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Ebony Allen Family Day Care Home

114 Oakdale Dr, Palatka, FL 32177

License:
F07PU0078
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, Night Care, Weekend Care
Hours:
Mon-Sun: 6:00AM to 11:59PM
Capacity:
10
License expiration:
April 20, 2027
Typical cost: $693 (Under 1)
Child’s age

$693/mo

Median daily rate: $32.00 (non-Gold Seal only)

Official Florida Division of Early Learning Putnam 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 inspectionMarch 20, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMarch 20, 2026

Summary

This summary covers eight available inspections for Ebony Allen Family Day Care Home from March 14, 2023 through March 20, 2026.

One inspection recorded a violation, with one recorded violation in total.

The most recent higher-concern violation was on March 13, 2024 and involved background screening, with a due date of April 1, 2024.

Five later inspections, from March 15, 2024 through March 20, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.

At a glance

Total inspections
8

2 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
1

0 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
1

0 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
0

Last 36 months

Local comparison

8 total inspections vs 8 local median in 32177

Compared to 11 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
0.13
Local median
0.13

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
13%
Local median
0%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
13%
Local median
13%

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.

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Higher concern: Background screening
Report finding
Required background screening was missing for [ an adult or household members]. 402.313(3) F.S. and FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 4.1 (Section 18.4; Section 2.1, number 2; Section 2.2, number 1) Staffing Requirements [SR]
Report comments
Owner's background screening expired. Owner made an appointment for a new screening during this monitoring. The Family Day Care Home and Large Family Child Care Home Handbook states: 4 Background Screening 4.1 Initial Screening Operators, household members (adults and children 12 to 17 years of age), substitutes, volunteers and Large Family Childcare Home employees must have a level 2 background screening clearance from the Department prior to obtaining a license, residing in the home, employment, or volunteering unsupervised with children. The employer/owner/operator must review each employment application to assess the relevancy of any issue uncovered by the complete backgr ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by April 1, 2024
More details
Report section
STAFFING REQUIREMENTS - 06 - Background Screening Requirements
Official code
06-01

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 the tracking and renewal process for staff and household member background screenings?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records show an inspection in March 2024 identified an expired background screening for the owner. This question helps parents understand the current administrative process for ensuring all required clearances remain up to date.
Context
A later inspection in March 2026 found no further issues.
Related violations
General question

What is your approach to maintaining consistent communication with families regarding daily activities and any changes in the home environment?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Establishing clear communication channels helps parents stay informed about their child's daily experiences and any updates to the care setting. Consistent updates are a key part of building a collaborative partnership between families and the provider.
General question

Could you describe how you handle supervision and engagement for children during the extended hours you offer, such as night or weekend care?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Understanding how supervision is structured during non-traditional hours helps parents feel confident about the care provided outside of standard business hours. This information clarifies how the provider maintains consistent engagement across different times of the day.
General question

What steps do you take to ensure that the home environment remains organized and safe for children throughout the day?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Maintaining an orderly and well-kept space is essential for a high-quality care environment. Asking about these practices helps parents understand the provider's commitment to daily upkeep and organization.
General question

How do you balance the needs of children of different ages when providing care in a family home setting?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Family day care homes often serve children across a range of ages simultaneously. Learning how the provider manages these mixed-age groups helps parents understand how individual developmental needs are supported.