Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.25
- Local median
- 0.35
Phillips Family Day Care Home
566 Oakwood Lakes Blvd, Defuniak Springs, FL 32433
- License:
- R01WA0001
- Type:
- Family Day Care Home
- Status:
- Registered
- Records checked:
- July 14, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, Full Day, Infant Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:00AM to 5:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 10
- License expiration:
- March 6, 2027
Typical cost: Not available for Walton County.
Inspection snapshot
Questions worth asking
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Next: Review the inspection history below and ask the provider what the records mean and what changed afterward.
Latest inspectionApril 13, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsApril 13, 2026
Summary
This summary covers four available inspections for Phillips Family Day Care Home from June 7, 2024 through April 13, 2026.
One inspection recorded a violation, with one recorded violation in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on June 7, 2024 and involved equipment or readiness, with a due date of June 21, 2024.
DaycareFacts did not classify any of these violations at the Higher concern level.
Three later inspections, from August 19, 2024 through April 13, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 4
- Recorded violations
- 1
- Higher-concern violations
- 0
- Repeated topics
- 0
1 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
4 total inspections vs 4.5 local median in Defuniak Springs
Compared to 20 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 0%
- Local median
- 6%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 25%
- Local median
- 25%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 0
- Local average
- 0.75
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
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The home did not have a dedicated operable telephone accessible and available during hours of operation. (Section 13.1, number 3) Health and Safety Requirements [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- The Provider did not have a corded telephone available at the time of inspection. Per Provider the telephone service is active and a telephone will be purchased. The Provider will purchase a corded telephone and send a copy of the receipt to the licensing office via email to verify compliance on or before 06/21/2024.
- Correction status
- Due by June 21, 2024
More details
- Report section
- STAFFING REQUIREMENTS - 17 - Smoke Detector, Fire Extinguisher, Telephone, Lighting, Temperature and Ventilation (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 9 Physical Environment, Pages 17-21 and Section 13.1 Fire Safety, Page 27)
- Official code
- 17-04
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 how you ensure that reliable communication equipment is always available and accessible during your operating hours?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from a June 2024 inspection report show a finding regarding the availability of a dedicated operable telephone. Asking about current practices helps confirm that the home maintains consistent communication readiness for emergencies.
- Context
- A later inspection in April 2026 did not note this issue.
Related violations
General question
What is your daily routine for ensuring that all emergency equipment and safety supplies are in good working order?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Understanding how the provider monitors essential safety tools helps families feel confident in the center's commitment to maintaining a prepared environment.
General question
How do you handle communication with parents if there is a sudden change in your daily schedule or an emergency situation?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Clear communication protocols are vital for parents to stay informed about their child's care, especially when unexpected events occur.
General question
What training or drills do you conduct to ensure the home is prepared for various types of emergency situations?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Regular practice and preparation for different scenarios help ensure that the provider can respond effectively to keep children protected.
General question
How do you keep track of your daily safety checklists to ensure that all requirements are met consistently?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Learning about the provider's organizational methods for safety compliance provides insight into how they manage their daily operational responsibilities.