Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.58
- Local median
- 0.5
Doris Watkis Family Day Care Home
11840 SE 141st Ter, Ocklawaha, FL 32179
- License:
- F05MA0115
- Type:
- Family Day Care Home
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 14, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, After School, Before School, Drop In, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 6:00AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 10
- License expiration:
- June 11, 2027
Typical cost: $867 (Under 1)
Child’s age
$867/mo
Median daily rate: $40.00 (non-Gold Seal only)
Official Florida Division of Early Learning Marion 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 inspectionApril 27, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsApril 27, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 12 available inspections for Doris Watkis Family Day Care Home from May 1, 2023 through April 27, 2026.
Four inspections recorded violations, with seven recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on October 28, 2025 and involved equipment or readiness, with a due date of November 28, 2025.
DaycareFacts did not classify any of these violations at the Higher concern level.
Two later inspections, from November 18, 2025 through April 27, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 12
- Recorded violations
- 7
- Higher-concern violations
- 0
- Repeated topics
- 1
4 in last 12 months
3 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
12 total inspections vs 5 local median in Marion County
Compared to 35 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 0%
- Local median
- 0%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 33%
- Local median
- 30%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 1
- Local average
- 0.43
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Health or food records
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 4 recorded violations.
February 7, 2024October 17, 2025October 28, 2025Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The play equipment was not safe and sanitary for the children to use in that [chipping paint and erosion on dome]. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.6, M Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Counselor observed the dome had chipping paint and erosion spots. The Dome were not maintained in a safe and sanitary condition for children to use due to the rust and chipping of paint on the play equipment. TA was given to provider to maintain outdoor play equipment free from rust and chipping of paint.
- Correction status
- Due by November 28, 2025
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 14 - Outdoor Time, Fencing and Play Area Requirements
- Official code
- 14-14
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The home does not have documentation for all child care personnel on the required annual refresher education of the homes exposure plan. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.23 Health Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- Technical assistance provided to Operator to ensure that the home has a written exposure plan regarding safety precautions for exposure to blood and potentially infectious fluids.
- Correction status
- Due by November 28, 2025
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 28 - Communicable Disease Control
- Official code
- 28-11
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Clean, sanitary drinking water was not available to children at all times. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.14, E Health Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- Provider provided documents of Satisfactory water testing completed on 10/22/2025. E. Clean, sanitary drinking water shall be readily accessible in indoor and outdoor areas, throughout the day for all children. On hot days, bottle fed infants may be given additional breastmilk or formula provided by their parent/ legal guardian. Infants should not be given plain water in the first six months of life unless directed to by the childs pediatrician. Homes that have a well system must maintain current written records indicating the well system meets the requirements of the Department of Health on an annual basis.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 20 - Nutritious Meals and Snacks Provided
- Official code
- 20-02
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Child care personnel who completed ELFL health and safety modules did not complete additional DEL-approved health and safety training by required date. (Section 3.2.A.2.a and 3.2.C Training Requirements, Page 7) Staffing Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- Staff listed on the supplemental did not complete the required training by 06/30/24. Technical assistance is provided to ensure that all required training is completed by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by November 14, 2024
More details
- Report section
- STAFFING REQUIREMENTS - 07 - Staff Training
- Official code
- 07-16
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The home used electronic media time with children younger than 2 years of age. (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) School Readiness [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During this inspection, Counselor observed two (2) infants looking at media. Completed at time of inspection by Operator discontinuing media. Technical assistance is provided to ensure not include the use of electronic media for children under two years of age. Electronic media may only be used for educational purposes or physical activity for children 2 years of age and older for no more than 1 to 2 hours per day. Owner/Director/Staff Responsible Comments NONE Counselor Comments Due to technical difficulties, inspection report could not be typed on-site. Reviewed report with Operator; discussed non-compliance. Advised Operator report would be emailed for signature and commen ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 36 - Planned Activities (Form DEL-SR-6200A)
- Official code
- 36-06
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)].FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.1 A and B (Section 18.2, number 2) Children's Records [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- Child listed on the supplemental immunization expired on 12/31/23. Technical assistance provided to ensure that all children in care have a current immunization. Operator will provide current immunization within 7 days.
- Correction status
- Due by February 14, 2024
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 31 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 31-02
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 (Section 18.2, number 1) Children's Records [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- Child listed on supplemental did not have a health record on file. Technical assistance provided to ensure all children enrolled in care have a current health record on file. Operator will provide within 7 days.
- Correction status
- Due by February 14, 2024
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 32 - Health Records
- Official code
- 32-01
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
Could you describe your process for maintaining outdoor play equipment to ensure it remains in good condition for the children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from October 2025 noted concerns regarding the condition of outdoor play equipment, specifically mentioning chipping paint and erosion on a dome. This question helps parents understand how the provider ensures play areas are kept safe and well-maintained.
- Context
- The provider received technical assistance to maintain equipment free from rust and paint chips.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you track and update staff training and health-related documentation to ensure everything stays current?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records show that health and food record documentation has been a recurring topic in multiple inspections between 2024 and 2025. Asking about this process provides insight into how the center manages administrative requirements for staff and children.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps do you take to ensure that clean, sanitary drinking water is always accessible to the children throughout the day?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An inspection report from October 2025 included a finding regarding the availability of drinking water. This question allows the provider to explain their current practices for ensuring children have constant access to water.
- Context
- This was marked as corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
General question
How do you keep track of required health and immunization records for all children enrolled in your care?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Keeping accurate health and immunization records is a standard part of maintaining a healthy environment for all children. Discussing this process helps parents understand how the center stays organized with essential paperwork.
General question
What is your approach to daily activity planning, and how do you ensure it is tailored to the different age groups in your care?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Understanding how a provider plans daily activities helps parents see how the center supports child development and engagement. This is a helpful way to learn about the daily routine and the center's focus on age-appropriate learning.