Noah's Ark Of Destin Inc
DESTIN, FL·Child Care FacilityLicensed
Contact information
Address250 Indian Bayou Trl, Destin FL, 32541
CityDESTIN, FL 32541
CountyOKALOOSA
Phone8506503504
Operating details
HoursMon 8:00AM to 5:00PM; Tue 8:00AM to 5:00PM; Wed 8:00AM to 5:00PM; Thu 8:00AM to 5:00PM; Fri 8:00AM to 5:00PM
Capacity140
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 4/29/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High0
- Medium-High4
- Medium8
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
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250 Indian Bayou Trl, Destin FL, 32541, DESTIN, FL 32541
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Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 4/29/2026
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- Medium-High2
- Medium5
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2026
- Medium riskStandard 334/29/2026
33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 (33-01)
Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the 40 hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement. CCF Handbook Section 4.2.1 Comments: Childcare personnel did not complete the 40-hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement. Childcare personnel must successfully complete 40 hours of childcare training as evidenced by successful completion of competency examinations offered by the Department or its designated representative with a weighted score of 70 or better. Childcare personnel who successfully completed the mandatory 40-hour Introductory Child Care Training prior to January 1, 2004, are not required to fulfill the competency examination requirement. Please complete training on or before 5/29/26. Once completed please send training transcript via email to licensing office. Due: 5/29/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-29. View official inspection document (report 6209785e-1626-4a7e-846d-42071c1a0721)
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 334/29/2026
33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 (33-03)
The facility did not have documentation to show child care personnel had begun the introductory training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.1 Comments: The facility did not have documentation to show childcare personnel had begun the introductory training within 90 days of employment in the childcare industry. The facility has two personnel missing school readiness training. All pre-service training requirements listed below must be completed by all program personnel, volunteers and substitutes, each as defined in this handbook, within 90 days of initial employment with any provider participating in the school readiness program. This timeframe does not start over if personnel change employment to another school readiness provider within these 90 days. Personnel who have not completed all pre-service training requirements may not be allowed any unsupervised contact with or care of children in a school readiness program. Please ensure personnel complete training before being left in ratio. Once training is complete, please send training transcript via email on or before 5/29/26. 34. Credentialed Staff CCF Handbook, Section 4.6 & 4.7 Not Monitored HEALTH REQUIREMENTS 35. Communicable Disease Control CCF Handbook, Section 6.1 Not Monitored 36. CPR Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4 Not Monitored 37. First Aid Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4 and 6.2 Not Monitored 38. Emergency Telephone Numbers CCF Handbook, Section 6.3 Not Monitored 39. Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation CCF Handbook, Section 6.3 & 6.4 Not Monitored 40. Medication CCF Handbook, Section 6.5 Not Monitored RECORD KEEPING 41. Immunization Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 Not Monitored Due: 5/29/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-29. View official inspection document (report 6209785e-1626-4a7e-846d-42071c1a0721)
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 333/26/2026
33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 (33-01)
Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the 40 hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement. CCF Handbook Section 4.2.1 Comments: Child care personnel did not complete the 40 hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement. Child care personnel must successfully complete 40 hours of child care training as evidenced by successful completion of competency examinations offered by the Department or its designated representative with a weighted score of 70 or better. Child care personnel who successfully completed the mandatory 40-hour Introductory Child Care Training prior to January 1, 2004 are not required to fulfill the competency examination requirement. Please complete training on or before 4/26/26. Once completed please send training transcript via email to licensing office. Due: 4/26/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-26. View official inspection document (report f9068d18-f968-41a2-a32a-46a4b7b9d233)
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 333/26/2026
33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 (33-03)
The facility did not have documentation to show child care personnel had begun the introductory training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.1 Comments: The facility did not have documentation to show child care personnel had begun the introductory training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry. The facility has five personnel missing school readiness training. All pre-service training requirements listed below must be completed by all program personnel, volunteers and substitutes, each as defined in this handbook, within 90 days of initial employment with any provider participating in the school readiness program. This timeframe does not start over if personnel change employment to another school readiness provider within this 90 days. Personnel who have not completed all pre-service training requirements may not be allowed any unsupervised contact with or care of children in a school readiness program. Please ensure personnel complete training before being left in ratio. Once training is complete, please send training transcript via email on or before 4/26/26. Compliance Comments Directors Credential monitored Due: 4/26/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-26. View official inspection document (report f9068d18-f968-41a2-a32a-46a4b7b9d233)
Not corrected
2025
- Medium-High riskStandard 1712/8/2025
17. (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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: The fencing surrounding the facility has noticeable gaps in the walls and gate area, which pose a risk of allowing children to leave the outdoor play space. Additionally, misalignment in certain sections of the fence creates sharp edges that could potentially harm children. Please fix areas in the fence. Once completed send pictures via email to the licensing office by 1/8/26. DCF Handbook, Section 3.5, F (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) 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 buildup 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 provided. Due: 1/8/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-12-08. View official inspection document (report b3024d89-8250-4093-a7ae-fa8f861ce8eb)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 2312/8/2025
23. (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 (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) 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. CCF 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. Please have fire extinguishers tagged. Once completed please send pictures to the licensing office via email by 1/8/26. FOOD AND NUTRITION Not Applicable Comments Per provider all meals provided by parents 24. Food Preparation Area CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Applicable Compliance Comments Per provider all meals provided by parents Due: 1/8/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-12-08. View official inspection document (report b3024d89-8250-4093-a7ae-fa8f861ce8eb)
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 128/19/2025
12. Facility Environment CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 (12-01)
Areas of the facility were found to be in need of cleaning. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A Physical Environment [SR] Comments: Light cover in the Two-year-old classroom is in need of cleaning. DCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A 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. Please clean light cover. Once completed send pictures to the licensing office via email by 9/19/2025. Due: 9/19/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-08-19. View official inspection document (report 2e7a3bb0-d6bb-4896-815d-21cc9808a747)
Not corrected
Safety & Compliance Analysis
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(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: DESTIN, OKALOOSA County
- Capacity: 140
- Type: Child Care Facility
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