Childcare Network 142 - Jet
FORT WALTON BEACH, FL·Child Care FacilityLicensed
Contact information
Address108 Jet Dr NW, Fort Walton Beach FL, 32548
CityFORT WALTON BEACH, FL 32548
CountyOKALOOSA
Phone8502440942
Operating details
HoursMon 6:00AM to 6:00PM; Tue 6:00AM to 6:00PM; Wed 6:00AM to 6:00PM; Thu 6:00AM to 6:00PM; Fri 6:00AM to 6:00PM
Capacity215
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 4/28/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High2
- Medium-High10
- Medium5
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
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108 Jet Dr NW, Fort Walton Beach FL, 32548, FORT WALTON BEACH, FL 32548
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Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 4/28/2026
- High1
- Medium-High10
- Medium3
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2026
- Medium-High riskStandard 234/28/2026
23. Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness CCF Handbook, Section 3.8 (23-05)
The facility did not have documentation of a fire extinguisher being properly maintained to include being serviced and retagged timely, and/or with a current certificate. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, B Physical Environment [SR] Comments: The facility did not have documentation of a fire extinguisher being properly maintained to include being serviced and retagged timely, and/or with a current certificate. Please call to get new tags for extinguishers on or before 5/28/26.Once completed send pictures via email to the licensing office. DCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, B Fire extinguishers with a minimum rating of 2A:10BC must be properly installed, serviced and maintained with current inspection tags at all times. FOOD AND NUTRITION Due: 5/28/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-28. View official inspection document (report 0b1d8ecb-4104-466b-ba62-d9935314f1e9)
Not corrected
2025
- Medium-High riskStandard 2312/22/2025
23. (23-02)
The facility did not have a current and approved annual fire safety inspection by the local fire authority. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, A (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: The facility did not have a current and approved annual fire safety inspection by the local fire authority. A fire inspection was conducted on August 7, 2024, with the next inspection due by August 7, 2025. However, the facility completed another fire inspection on December 11, 2025. The facility is pending reinspection 1/12/26 due to a failed inspection on December 11,2025. DCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, A (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) Unless statutorily exempted, all childcare facilities must conform to state standards adopted by the State Fire Marshal, Chapter 69A-36, F.A.C., Uniform Standards for Life Safety and Fire Prevention in Child Care Facilities. A copy of the current and approved annual fire inspection report completed by a certified fire inspector must be on file with the licensing authority. If the program is granted a fire inspection exemption by the local fire inspection office, the exemption must be documented and maintained on file at the program. FOOD AND NUTRITION Compliance Comments Food Preparation Area monitored 24. Food Preparation Area CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Compliance Comments Per provider all meals provided by facility Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-12-22. View official inspection document (report abc3f254-2cf1-4a6b-a131-776e50f6793a)
Corrected at inspection - Medium-High riskStandard 2112/22/2025
21. (21-11)
The sink and/or toilet was not maintained in good operating condition, clean and/or sanitized or disinfected. CCF Handbook, Section 3.7, I (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: The VPK room has a toilet that is currently out of order and does not flush. It is crucial to address this issue before or by January 22, 2026, due to the large number of children using the facility. At present, there is only one functioning toilet available in the VPK room. Once the repairs are completed, please ensure that pictures are submitted to the licensing office. CCF Handbook, Section 3.7, I (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Each toilet and sink must be maintained in good operating condition, cleaned and sanitized or disinfected as needed, but at least once per day. Sinks utilized for teeth brushing activities/procedures by the children must be sanitized prior to the activity occurring. Due: 1/22/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-12-22. View official inspection document (report abc3f254-2cf1-4a6b-a131-776e50f6793a)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 1212/22/2025
12. (12-02)
An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: The ceiling tiles in the threes/fours room have developed water stains and need to be replaced. Once the replacement is complete, please email pictures to the licensing office by January 22, 2025. DCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) All childcare facilities must be clean, in good repair, free from health and safety hazards and from evidence of, or presence of, vermin infestation. Indoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety and documented on a daily inspection log. Outdoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety. Any problems must be corrected before the play area is used by children. Documentation of the indoor play area inspection must be maintained for 12 months. 13. Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons CCF Handbook, Section 3.2 CCF Handbook, Section 3.2 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 14. Lighting, Temperature, and Ventilation CCF Handbook, Section 3.3 CCF Handbook, Section 3.3 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 15. Licensed Capacity CCF Handbook , Section 3.4 CCF Handbook , Section 3.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Due: 1/22/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-12-22. View official inspection document (report abc3f254-2cf1-4a6b-a131-776e50f6793a)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 1212/22/2025
12. (12-01)
Areas of the facility were found to be in need of cleaning. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: The outdoor playgrounds and areas surrounding the buses are currently cluttered with trash and discarded toys outside the fences. It is essential to clean these spaces by removing all broken toys, rugs, and litter, as they may pose health risks to both children and staff, including potential rodent infestations. Once the cleanup is complete, please email photographs of the cleaned areas to the licensing office by January 22, 2025. DCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) All childcare facilities must be clean, in good repair, free from health and safety hazards and from evidence of, or presence of, vermin infestation. Indoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety and documented on a daily inspection log. Outdoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety. Any problems must be corrected before the play area is used by children. Documentation of the indoor play area inspection must be maintained for 12 months. Due: 1/22/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-12-22. View official inspection document (report abc3f254-2cf1-4a6b-a131-776e50f6793a)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 294/30/2025
29. Health and Sanitation CCF Handbook, Section 3.6, 3.9, and 3.10 (29-01)
Child care personnel did not wash their hands properly/thoroughly in that [after eating lunch.]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.1 Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments: DCF Handbook, Section 3.10.1 Child care personnel and children must wash their hands thoroughly with soap and running water, dry, and follow personal hygiene procedures for themselves and while assisting others. Examples of activities when handwashing is required include but are not limited to: before and after eating, immediately following outdoor play, after toileting, following the use of any cleaners or toxic chemicals, before and after administering medication, and during food preparation and snack distribution. Childcare personnel did not wash their hands after eating lunch. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-04-30. View official inspection document (report 3508a804-ade8-4b6f-b99f-860138e7d093)
Not corrected - High riskStandard 244/30/2025
24. Food Preparation Area CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 (24-13)
Child care personnel working in the food preparation area did not wear proper head covering. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.1, B Food and Nutrition [SR] Comments: Per DCF Handbook, Section 3.9.1, B Child care personnel, while working in the food preparation area, must wear proper head covering, such as a hair net or hat. To prevent contact with ready to-eat foods, child care personnel must use clean disposable gloves, utensils, or similar items in the food preparation area. Child care personnel working in the food preparation area did not wear proper head covering. Compliance Comments Per provider all meals provided Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-04-30. View official inspection document (report 3508a804-ade8-4b6f-b99f-860138e7d093)
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 124/30/2025
12. Facility Environment CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 (12-09)
There was evidence or the presence of rodent or vermin observed in the facility. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A Physical Environment [SR] Comments: Per DCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A All child care facilities must be clean, in good repair, free from health and safety hazards and from evidence of, or presence of, vermin infestation. Indoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety and documented on a daily inspection log. Outdoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety. Any problems must be corrected before the play area is used by children. Documentation of the indoor play area inspection must be maintained for 12 months. The facility has droppings beside food storage from possible rodents. The center should have the area inspected by professional and clean the area. Please send new pictures of areas to licensing office by 5/30/25. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-04-30. View official inspection document (report 3508a804-ade8-4b6f-b99f-860138e7d093)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 451/6/2025
45. (45-09)
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] Comments: Per DCF handbook The employer/owner/operator must add child care personnel to their Employee/Contractor Roster in the Clearinghouse within 10 days of when the an individual has received a child care-eligible result and has been hired at the facility.Employer/owner/operator must add an end date for individuals on the Employee/Contractor Roster in the Clearinghouse within 10 days of the employment termination. Three staff members were not removed from the Clearinghouse roster. Please remove those staff members and add new staff to the roster by 2/6/25, and send a copy to the licensing office via email. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-01-06. View official inspection document (report e3d329ed-4e73-4bb1-a3ad-de38addf5906)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 331/6/2025
33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 CCF Handbook, Section 4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (33-06)
The facility did not have documentation to show completion of a Department approved five-hour early literacy and language development course for child care personnel within 12 months of date of employment in child care industry and/or the early literacy course documentation was not uploaded in the Florida Pathways/Registry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.2 and 4.5, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Comments: Per DCF Handbook under Section 402.305(2)(e)5., F.S., all childcare personnel must complete a single course of training in early literacy and language development of children ages birth through five years that is a minimum of five clock hours or .5 CEUs. Early literacy training must be completed within 12 months of the date of employment in the childcare industry. Proof of completion may be documented on a course completion certificate, classroom transcript, or diploma. Childcare personnel must complete one of the following: A. One of the Departments online literacy courses is available on the Department website. B. One of the Departments approved literacy courses. A list of these courses can be obtained from the Departments website. (No additional courses will be approved by the Department.) C. One college-level early literacy course (for credit or non-credit) if taken within the last five years. One employee has not completed the Early Literacy training requirements. Please ensure that the training is finished and send a copy via email of the completed requirements to the licensing office by February 6, 2025. The training was initiated during the on-site inspection, but it must still be completed by February 6, 2025. Compliance Comments Monitored four credential staff in the office prior to inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-01-06. View official inspection document (report e3d329ed-4e73-4bb1-a3ad-de38addf5906)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 251/6/2025
25. Meals and Snacks CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (25-04)
Food served at the facility was not free from spoilage and contamination, and was not safe for eating as evidenced by [ lack of labels and expired dates on food packaging ]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR] Comments: Per DCF handbook Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-01-06. View official inspection document (report e3d329ed-4e73-4bb1-a3ad-de38addf5906)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 121/6/2025
12. (12-02)
An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: Per DCF handbook Section 3.1, A All child care facilities must be clean, in good repair, free from health and safety hazards and from evidence of, or presence of, vermin infestation. Indoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety and documented on a daily inspection log. Outdoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety. Any problems must be corrected before the play area is used by children. Documentation of the indoor play area inspection must be maintained for 12 months. Several tiles in the facility have water stains and damage. The tiles need to be replaced, and pictures sent to licensing via email by 2/6/25. 13. Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons CCF Handbook, Section 3.2 CCF Handbook, Section 3.2 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 14. Lighting, Temperature, and Ventilation CCF Handbook, Section 3.3 CCF Handbook, Section 3.3 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 15. Licensed Capacity CCF Handbook , Section 3.4 CCF Handbook , Section 3.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-01-06. View official inspection document (report e3d329ed-4e73-4bb1-a3ad-de38addf5906)
Not corrected
2024
- Medium riskStandard 179/6/2024
17. Outdoor Play Area/Fencing CCF Handbook, Section 3.5 (17-06)
The facilitys fencing walls or gate area had gaps that could allow children to exit the outdoor play area. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, F Physical Environment [SR] Comments: Provider should fill in gaps for fence, and take a picture to send via email to licensing office no later than 9/20/2024 F. The outdoor play area must have adequate fencing or walls a minimum of 4 feet in height. Fencing, including gates, must be continuous and must not have gaps or opening larger than 3 inches that would allow children to exit the outdoor play area. The base of the fence must remain at ground level and be free from erosion or build-up to prevent inside and outside access by children or animals. These areas must have at least two exits, with at least one being remote from the buildings. If an outdoor play area was approved for usage by the Department prior to October 25, 2017, no new exits are required to be added to meet this standard. However, if outdoor play area fencing is changed then the standard would apply, and two exits must be provide Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-09-06. View official inspection document (report c5f93748-59e9-423a-8cf5-1fd489cff4cf)
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 189/6/2024
18. (18-24)
months 2:10 Twos 1:11 Threes 1:9 Fours/Fives 2:16 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-09-06. View official inspection document (report c5f93748-59e9-423a-8cf5-1fd489cff4cf)
Not corrected
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Estimated monthly cost
$922/month
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About this daycare
- Location: FORT WALTON BEACH, OKALOOSA County
- Capacity: 215
- Type: Child Care Facility
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