School Readiness, VPK, After School, Full Day, Transportation
Hours:
Mon-Fri: 7:00AM to 5:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
Capacity:
29
License expiration:
October 7, 2026
Typical cost: $1,057 - $1,062 (Under 1)
Child’s age
$1,057 - $1,062/mo
Median daily rate: $48.80 - $49.00
Official Florida Division of Early Learning Escambia County data.
Not this provider’s price.
Inspection snapshot
Recent higher-concern violation
At least one higher-concern violation appears in the last 12 months.
Next: Read reports, examine repeated topics below, look at the broader history, and ask what changed afterward.
Latest inspectionMay 11, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMay 11, 2026
Summary
This summary covers seven available inspections for Pentecostal Temple Learning Academy from June 8, 2023 through May 11, 2026.
Three inspections recorded violations, with eight recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on March 25, 2026 and involved background screening, with a due date of April 27, 2026.
Two later inspections, from April 27, 2026 through May 11, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.
At a glance
Total inspections
7
3 in last 12 months
Recorded violations
8
3 in last 12 months
Higher-concern violations
3
1 in last 12 months
Repeated topics
1
Last 36 months
Local comparison
7 total inspections vs 6 local median in 32503
Compared to 19 local facilities
Recorded violations per inspection
This provider
1.14
Local median
0.08
1.14This provider
0.08Local median
Inspections with higher-concern violations
This provider
43%
Local median
0%
43%This provider
0%Local median
Inspections with recorded violations
This provider
43%
Local median
8%
43%This provider
8%Local median
Repeated topics
This provider
1
Local average
0.26
1This provider
0.26Local average
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Staff training
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
Child Care personnel, who were not in compliance with training requirements when they left the industry, did not complete required training and any new mandated training before returning to the industry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.3, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Training [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
The employee listed on the supplemental form did not complete Part II of the required DCF training. The employee will complete the required Part II Child Care Facility Training on or before 04/27/2026. The Provider will submit the employees DCF training transcript to the licensing office via email to verify compliance.
Correction status
Due by April 27, 2026
More details
Report section
TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-02
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
The children listed on the supplemental form have expired immunization records. The Provider will obtain current immunization records from the parent/guardian and submit to the licensing office via email on or before 04/27/2026.
Correction status
Due by April 27, 2026
More details
Report section
RECORD KEEPING - 40 - Immunization Records
Official code
40-02
Higher concern: Background screening
Report finding
The facility failed to maintain a current Employee/Contractor Roster for all child care personnel in the Clearinghouse. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, K (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
Employees no longer employed at the childcare facility have not been removed from the Clearinghouse roster. The Provider will remove all personnel no longer employed with the childcare facility on or before 04/27/2026. The Provider will submit a current Clearinghouse roster to the licensing office via email to verify compliance.
Correction status
Due by April 27, 2026
More details
Report section
RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Background Screening Documents
Child care personnel were not within sight and hearing of all the children during nap time. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4.2 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
Staff member was laying down during nap time, while nap time was observed. She stated she was on break but appeared to be asleep. Staff member moved to the front area of chairs where she had clear sight of all children. PER DCF HANDBOOK: During nap time, child care personnel must be within sight and hearing of all the children. All other child care personnel required to meet the staff-to-child ratio must be within the building on the same floor and available to be summoned if needed to ensure the safety of the children. CORRECTIVE ACTION: Counselor approached teacher and stated she must have direct vision at all times, not having hood over face, in the instance a child needed ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
Official code
04-05
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
During nap time, lighting was insufficient to visually observe and supervise children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.3.1, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
Insufficient lighting observed during naptime. Staff turned on small lamp. PER DCF HANDBOOK: During naptime, lighting must allow child care personnel to visually observe and supervise children. CORRECTIVE ACTION: Teacher turned on small lamp in order to view children throughout the room. And came into compliance.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 14 - Lighting, Temperature, and Ventilation
Official code
14-03
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
Child care personnel did not complete preservice training requirements prior to unsupervised contact with or care of children or, if supervised, within 90 days of beginning employment or service with the provider. (Section 3.1 and 3.2 Training Requirements, Page 7) [SR]
Report comments
Two child care personnel had not started their DCF training within the first ninety days of employment. PER DCF REQUIREMENTS: 4.1 Beginning Training Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month must begin training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry and successfully complete Departments training within 12 months from the date training begins. Training taken prior to employment in the child care industry does not constitute begin training. The begin training timeframes begin at the time of employment in the child care industry. Training completion may not exceed 15 months from the date of employment in the child Child Care F ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by January 6, 2025
More details
Report section
TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-07
Low concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
A Volunteer Acknowledgement (Form CF-FSP 5217) was not on file prior to volunteering. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, F (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
Volunteer did not have current volunteer acknowledgement on file. PER DCF REGULATIONS: Prior to beginning volunteering in a child care facility, a CF-FSP 5217, Volunteer Acknowledgment which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(e), F.A.C., and may be obtained from the Departments website www.myflfamilies.com/childcare, must be completed and on file at the child care facility for the volunteer. Written documentation of volunteer hours must be maintained at the facility for a minimum of 12 months and available for review by the licensing authority. CORRECTIVE ACTION: Director was given a copy of the Volunteer form and advised all volunteers must have proper documentation in file.
The program facilitys fencing walls or gate area had gaps that could allow children to exit the outdoor play area. (Section 10.8, number 2) Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
Counselor observed two playgrounds that had multiple gaps in the fence or gate. (Pictures on file). Provider stated that Lowe's Home Improvement installed the fence. Provider is wanting for Lowe's to return and fix the gaps. Provider stated Lowe's is not sure when they will fix the broken fence/gates. One playground has a broken gate and on the other side a missing gate. Advise Provider not to use that play area until it is in compliance with two functioning gates. To avoid a second violation the repairs must be completed by the due date or 07/12/2023.
Correction status
Due by July 12, 2023
More details
Report section
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 16 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10.7 Outdoor Play Area and Section 10.8 Fencing, Pages 25-26)
Official code
16-06
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 current process for keeping the staff roster updated in the Clearinghouse?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records show an inspection in March 2026 noted that the facility had not updated its personnel roster to remove staff members who were no longer employed there.
Context
The provider was required to submit an updated roster to the licensing office to verify compliance.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you monitor supervision during nap times to ensure staff are always able to see and hear the children?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from an inspection in December 2024 noted an instance where staff were not within sight and hearing of children during nap time.
Context
The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps are taken to ensure that all staff members complete their required training within the expected timeframes?
Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from December 2024 indicated that some personnel had not completed their required training within the timeframe required by state regulations.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your process for reviewing and updating children's health and immunization records to ensure they remain current?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records from March 2026 show that some children's immunization forms were expired at the time of the visit.
Related violations
General question
How do you handle daily communication with families regarding their child's routine and any changes in the classroom?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Regular communication helps parents stay informed about their child's daily experiences and ensures that any updates to care routines are shared effectively between home and the center.