Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.14
- Local median
- 0
Shepard Family Day Care Home
109 Ashley Dr, Crestview, FL 32536
- License:
- F01OK0058
- Type:
- Family Day Care Home
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 14, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, Drop In, Food Served, Full Day, Infant Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:00AM to 4:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 10
- License expiration:
- December 31, 2026
Typical cost: $953 (Under 1)
Child’s age
$953/mo
Median daily rate: $44.00 (non-Gold Seal only)
Official Florida Division of Early Learning Okaloosa 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 inspectionMay 28, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMay 28, 2026
Summary
This summary covers seven available inspections for Shepard Family Day Care Home from May 22, 2023 through May 28, 2026.
One inspection recorded a violation, with one recorded violation in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on June 12, 2024 and involved staff-to-child ratio.
Four later inspections, from November 21, 2024 through May 28, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 7
- Recorded violations
- 1
- Higher-concern violations
- 1
- Repeated topics
- 0
2 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
7 total inspections vs 4 local median in 32536
Compared to 10 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 14%
- Local median
- 0%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 14%
- Local median
- 0%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 0
- Local average
- 0
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
No repeated topics found
The available reports do not show the same violation topic appearing in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. Review the inspection history below for any one-time violations or report details.
Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
- Report finding
- A family day care home may provide care for a maximum of: 4 children from birth to 12 months of age. 3 children from birth to 12 months of age, and other children, for a maximum total of six children. 6 preschool children if all are older than 12 months of age. 10 children if no more than 5 are preschool age and, of those 5, no more than 2 are under 12 months of age. There were [7] children observed in care and their ages were [1-school age]. 402.302(8), F.S., FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 2.2.1 Licensed Family [SR]
- Report comments
- Provider had 7 children. One school aged child. Per provider the child was dropped off so that the parent could go to an appointment. Per provider the child would be leaving in two hours.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- LICENSED FAMILY - 01 - Licensed Capacity/ Ratio
- Official code
- 01-01
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
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
How do you manage daily attendance to ensure you always stay within your licensed capacity?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an inspection in June 2024 show an instance where the number of children in care exceeded the licensed capacity. This question helps parents understand the current procedures used to track enrollment and daily attendance.
- Context
- The issue noted in the 2024 report was corrected at the time of the inspection, and subsequent inspections have been clear.
Related violations
General question
What is your process for communicating with parents about changes to daily routines or unexpected arrivals?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Clear communication helps families feel confident that the provider is managing the daily flow of children effectively. Understanding these routines ensures that parents and the provider stay aligned on expectations for drop-offs and pick-ups.
General question
Could you describe how you maintain supervision when children of different age groups are present at the same time?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Learning how the provider balances the needs of different age groups helps parents understand how supervision is maintained throughout the day. This provides insight into how the environment is organized to keep all children engaged and monitored.
General question
What steps do you take to prepare for unexpected situations or changes in staff availability?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Asking about contingency planning helps parents understand how the facility maintains consistent care quality. This information is useful for families to know how the center handles daily operational adjustments.
General question
How do you handle the transition process for new children joining your program?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Understanding the onboarding process helps parents feel comfortable with how their child will be integrated into the group. This insight into the provider's approach to new arrivals supports a smooth start for both the family and the center.