Community Action Head Start Center At Brigadier
PENSACOLA, FL·Child Care FacilityLicensed
Contact information
Address401 Brigadier St, Pensacola FL, 32507
CountyESCAMBIA
Phone8508578652
Operating details
HoursMon 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Tue 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Wed 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Thu 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Fri 7:00AM to 6:00PM
Capacity298
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 4/27/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High3
- Medium-High1
- Medium7
- Medium-Low1
- Low0
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Location
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401 Brigadier St, Pensacola FL, 32507, PENSACOLA, FL 32507
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- This facility has supervision-related findings on its state record - ask specifically how ratios are maintained during transitions, outdoor play, and nap time
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Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 4/27/2026
- High1
- Medium-High0
- Medium1
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2026
- Medium riskStandard 114/27/2026
11. Child Discipline CCF Handbook, Section 2.8 (11-03)
Child care personnel did not comply with the facility's written disciplinary and expulsion policies. CCF Handbook, Section 2.8, B Comments: A teacher in classroom F was witnessed to put a child under her desk during naptime as a form of discipline for not laying quietly on his cot. This form of discipline is not in the facilities discipline policy. Per DCF CCF handbook section 2.8 B: The childcare facility operators, employees, and volunteers must comply with written disciplinary and expulsion policies The employee was suspended for 3 days and will retake the facility trainings on policies and procedures. PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT 12. Facility Environment CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 Not Monitored 13. Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons CCF Handbook, Section 3.2 Not Monitored 14. Lighting, Temperature, and Ventilation CCF Handbook, Section 3.3 Not Monitored 15. Licensed Capacity CCF Handbook , Section 3.4 Not Monitored 16. Indoor Floor Space CCF Handbook, Section 3.4 Not Monitored 17. Outdoor Play Area/Fencing CCF Handbook, Section 3.5 Not Monitored 18. Bedding and Linens CCF Handbook, Section 3.6 Not Monitored 19. Nap/Sleep Space Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.2 Not Monitored 20. Crib Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 3.6 Not Monitored 21. Restrooms and Bath Facilities CCF Handbook, Section 3.7 Not Monitored 22. Operable Phone CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.1 Not Monitored 23. Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness CCF Handbook, Section 3.8 Not Monitored FOOD AND NUTRITION 24. Food Preparation Area CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 Not Monitored 25. Meals and Snacks CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 Not Monitored 26. Meal and Snack Menus CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3 & Section 7 Not Monitored 27. Catered Food and Food Provided by Outside Sources CCF Handbook, Section 7 & Section 3.9.3 Not Monitored Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-27. View official inspection document (report 65ed495f-76d5-4209-bda2-50fc7d298b10)
Corrected at inspection
2024
- High riskStandard 049/9/2024
04. Supervision CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 (04-01)
Supervision of children in the [one/two year old] group was inadequate in that [a one year old opended the classroom door and walked outside. ]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 Comments: The door to the one/two-year-old classroom was not shut completely, a one-year-old pushed the door open and walked outside. The child was unsupervised for 3 minutes. Resolved at time of inspection: The provider had the two teachers in the classroom complete a supervision training. The provider put signs on all doors reminded teachers to make sure they are shut also; a maintenance order was put in to check the doors. 05. Transportation CCF Handbook, Section 2.5 Not Monitored 06. Driver's License, Physician Certification & First Aid/CPR Training CCF Handbook, Section 2.5 and CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 Not Monitored 07. Vehicle Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 Not Monitored 08. Seat Belts/Child Restraints CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 and CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.5 Not Monitored Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-09-09. View official inspection document (report cb2a098f-1fb5-4d3c-83e4-ea30ad7ba1fc)
Not corrected
Safety & Compliance Analysis
This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.
(Past 6 Months)
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Estimated monthly cost
$1,009/month
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Typical prices in Florida run about $904/month for infant care at a center (federal median) — see daycare costs in Florida by age group.
About this daycare
- Location: PENSACOLA, ESCAMBIA County
- Capacity: 298
- Type: Child Care Facility
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