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Grace Family Day Care Home

42 Pen Haven Dr, Pensacola, FL 32506

License:
F01ES0140
Type:
Family Day Care Home
Status:
Licensed
Records checked:
July 13, 2026
Additional info
Programs and services:
School Readiness, After School, Before School, Drop In, Food Served, Full Day, Infant Care, Night Care, Weekend Care
Hours:
Mon-Sun: 12:01AM to 11:59PM
Capacity:
10
License expiration:
December 31, 2026
Typical cost: $961 (Under 1)
Child’s age

$961/mo

Median daily rate: $44.34 (non-Gold Seal only)

Official Florida Division of Early Learning Escambia County data.

Not this provider’s price.

Inspection snapshot

Questions worth asking

The available records raise questions worth asking before enrolling.

Next: Review the inspection history below and ask the provider what the records mean and what changed afterward.

Latest inspectionJune 9, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsJune 9, 2026

Summary

This summary covers 11 available inspections for Grace Family Day Care Home from June 29, 2023 through June 9, 2026.

Three inspections recorded violations, with 10 recorded violations in total.

The most recent recorded violation was on June 6, 2025 and involved health or food records, with a due date of July 7, 2025.

DaycareFacts did not classify any of these violations at the Higher concern level.

Three later inspections, from July 9, 2025 through June 9, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.

At a glance

Total inspections
11

2 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
10

0 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
0

0 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
2

Last 36 months

Local comparison

11 total inspections vs 7 local median in 32506

Compared to 12 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
0.91
Local median
0

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
0%
Local median
0%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
27%
Local median
0%

Repeated topics

This provider
2
Local average
0.33

Repeated topics

Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.

Inspection history

Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.

View official report
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
Child(ren) did not have a Student Health Examination/DH (Form 3040), or an equivalent health statement on file within 30 days of enrollment. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.2, A Children's Records [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
Student form DH 3040 was missing for enrolled child. Provider will send current DH 3040 form to licensing office on or before 7 July 2025.
Correction status
Due by July 7, 2025
More details
Report section
HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 32 - Health Records
Official code
32-01
View official report
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
A health and safety deficiency having a low potential for harm to the children in care was observed. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.6, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
The lock on the storage room as well as the lock on the fence was missing. The outside electrical outlet is exposed . The provide will provide a photo of the 2 locks and electrical outlet cover by 01/06/2025 to Child Care Regulations.
Correction status
Due by January 6, 2025
More details
Report section
HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 14 - Outdoor Time, Fencing and Play Area Requirements
Official code
14-03
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The written record of fire drills was missing the following: [ date & time of the drill]. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.21, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
The written record of fire drills was missing the day's the drills were conducted for two months drills. The owner will correct the drill record and submit the corrected copy to Child Care Regulations by 01/06/2025.
Correction status
Due by January 6, 2025
More details
Report section
HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 27 - Fire Drills/Emergency Preparedness
Official code
27-03
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
Child(ren) did not have a Florida Certification of Immunization (DH Form 680) or a Religious Exemption from Immunization (DH Form 681), on file within 30 days of enrollment.FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Children's Records [SR]
Report comments
The children listed on the supplemental form have expired shot records. The owner will forward the current immunization record to Child Care Regulations by 01/06/2025.
Correction status
Due by January 6, 2025
More details
Report section
HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 31 - Immunization Records
Official code
31-01
Low concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
The home did not maintain documentation that the parent(s) or legal guardian(s) of each child were provided information detailing the causes, symptoms, and transmission of the influenza virus annually during the months of August through September in that [The parents did not receive notification ]. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.3, E (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Children's Records [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
The home did not have the Influenza documentation for the 2024 year. The provider will provide parental notification to Child Care Regulations by 01/06/2025. ENFORCEMENT
Correction status
Due by January 6, 2025
More details
Report section
HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 33 - Enrollment Information/Daily Attendance
Official code
33-05
Low concern: Administrative posting
Report finding
The home had no written plan of activities for each age group or class. (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) School Readiness [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
The provider did not have a written activity/lesson plan for the month of December. The owner will provide the written plan by 01/06/2025 to Child Care Regulations. Owner/Director/Staff Responsible Comments The provider did not have any comments. Counselor Comments Family Services Counselor's C Garner and A Leyk. ____________________________________________ Inspected by: Cheryl Garner 12/06/2024 ____________________________________________ Received by: Marilyn Grace 12/06/2024
Correction status
Due by January 6, 2025
More details
Report section
HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 36 - Planned Activities (Form DEL-SR-6200A)
Official code
36-01
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Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
The 10 hours of annual in-service training had not been completed by the operator for the operators 12 month licensing period. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 5.6.1 (Section 17.6, number 1) Staffing Requirements [SR]
Report comments
PER DCF HANDBOOK Provider needs 4 In-Service hours to be incompliance, with DCF Regulations. 5.6.1 Operator In-Service Training All operators must complete a minimum of 10-clock-hours or one CEU of in-service training concentrating on children ages birth through 12 years annually during the operators 12-month licensing period. The annual 10-clock-hours or one CEU of in-service training must be completed in one or more of the following areas (college level courses will be accepted):
Correction status
Due by December 27, 2023
More details
Report section
STAFFING REQUIREMENTS - 07 - Staff Training
Official code
07-07
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
Children in the outdoor play area had access to a public road/street, laned public road/street or road/street with a speed limit 25 miles per hour or greater or bordered a water hazard.FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.6, E (Section 9.8, number 2) Health Requirements [SR]
Report comments
Per DCF HANDBOOK: Designated outdoor play area needs to be clean of all unauthorized items (household furnishings, unsafe Clutter on the left side of play area). E. All homes in which the property borders a public road/street or laned road/street with public access with a speed limit of 25 miles per hour or greater, including those providing evening care, must maintain safe and adequate fencing or walls a minimum of four feet in height around the outdoor play area.
Correction status
Due by January 12, 2024
More details
Report section
HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 14 - Outdoor Time, Fencing and Play Area Requirements
Official code
14-08
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The family day care home did not have an operable fire extinguisher and/or fire extinguisher with a current certificate. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.11, B (Section 13.1, number 2) Health Requirements [SR]
Report comments
PER DCF HANDBOOK. Providers need to complete Inservice hours within their licensing year. License Expires 12/21/23. 7.11 Fire Safety A. It is the responsibility of the operator to ensure all areas of the home are free from fire hazards such as lint and dust build up in heating and air vents, filters, exhaust fans, ceiling fans, and dryer vents. B. The home shall have an operable smoke detector(s) and fire extinguisher with a current certificate.
Correction status
Due by January 12, 2024
More details
Report section
HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 19 - Smoke Detector, Fire Extinguisher, Telephone, Lighting, Temperature and Ventilation
Official code
19-03
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
During the homes licensure year, the operator failed to conduct a minimum of one drill for each procedure outlined in the emergency preparedness plan. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.22, B (Section 13.3, number 2) Health Requirements [SR]
Report comments
Fire drill log incomplete. Provider needs to practice a Fire Drill and 2 Emergency Preparedness plans. Due 12/.31/23
Correction status
Due by December 31, 2023
More details
Report section
HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 27 - Fire Drills/Emergency Preparedness
Official code
27-07

Questions to ask

Suggested questions for parents based on recorded violations in inspection reports. If there are not enough source-backed violations, you will see general questions for daycare.

Finding-specific

Could you describe your process for ensuring that all children's health and immunization records are kept up to date?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records show that maintaining complete and current health and immunization documentation has been noted as an area for improvement in recent inspections. Asking about the current process helps families understand how the center manages these essential records.
Context
A later clean inspection was recorded on June 9, 2026.
Related violations
Finding-specific

How do you track and document your emergency preparedness drills to ensure they are always current?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records show that documentation of emergency drills has been a repeated topic across multiple reports. Discussing this helps parents understand the current system for maintaining these safety requirements.
Related violations
Finding-specific

What steps do you take to regularly inspect the outdoor play area and equipment to ensure everything remains in good condition?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records indicate that maintenance of the outdoor play area and safety equipment has been noted in past reports. This question allows the provider to explain their current routine for keeping the play space ready for children.
Related violations
General question

How do you manage your daily activity planning to ensure that age-appropriate lessons are consistently prepared for the children?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Understanding how a provider plans daily activities helps parents see how the center supports child development and ensures a structured environment.
General question

What is your approach to communicating important health and safety information to parents throughout the year?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Clear communication regarding health updates and safety policies is vital for keeping families informed and involved in their child's care.