Gulf Breeze Montessori School

GULF BREEZE, FLChild Care FacilityLicensed

4.5based on state inspection data
Capacity59
HoursMon 7:30AM to 5:15PM; Tue 7:30AM to 5:15PM; Wed 7:30AM to 5:15PM; Thu 7:30AM to 5:15PM; Fri 7:30AM to 5:15PM
Est. price$1,009/mo

Contact information

Address2721 Gulf Breeze Pkwy, Gulf Breeze FL, 32563

CityGULF BREEZE, FL 32563

CountySANTA ROSA

Phone8505654740

Operating details

HoursMon 7:30AM to 5:15PM; Tue 7:30AM to 5:15PM; Wed 7:30AM to 5:15PM; Thu 7:30AM to 5:15PM; Fri 7:30AM to 5:15PM

Capacity59

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 5/5/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High4
  • Medium-High6
  • Medium7
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

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Location

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2721 Gulf Breeze Pkwy, Gulf Breeze FL, 32563, GULF BREEZE, FL 32563

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  1. This facility has safety-related findings on its state record - ask how the cited hazards were corrected and when emergency drills were last run
  2. This facility has staffing or training findings on its state record - ask about background checks, required training completion, and staff turnover
  3. This facility has food-service findings on its state record - ask how meals are prepared and how allergies are handled
  4. Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 5/5/2026

  • High2
  • Medium-High3
  • Medium4
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

2026

  1. Medium riskStandard 285/5/2026

    28. Bottles, Breastmilk, Formula and Infant Food CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 (28-02)

    Bottles and/or sippy cups brought from home were not labeled with childs first and last name. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.5, B Comments: Bottles brought from home were not labeled with childs first and last name. Director came back into compliance by labeling water bottles with childrens first and last names before licensing left the facility. SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-05-05. View official inspection document (report d7534198-9f75-477c-a1ce-31eed061d5ef)

    Corrected at inspection
  2. Medium-High riskStandard 235/5/2026

    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 Comments: Facility did not have documentation of a fire extinguisher being properly maintained to include being serviced and retagged. Facility will need to have fire extinguishers inspected and retagged on or before June 5, 2026 and send a picture of maintained tag to licensing. FOOD AND NUTRITION Not Applicable Comments No food preparation area. Due: 6/5/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-05-05. View official inspection document (report d7534198-9f75-477c-a1ce-31eed061d5ef)

    Not corrected
  3. High riskStandard 341/6/2026

    34. Credentialed Staff CCF Handbook, Section 4.6 & 4.7 (34-04)

    The director responsible for the daily operation of the program did not have an active Director Credential. CCF Handbook, Section 4.7 Comments: The director responsible for the daily operation of the program did not have an active Director Credential. Facility is currently on a Provisional License they will need to come into compliance by May 25, 2026 by sending licensing a current credentialed training transcript. HEALTH REQUIREMENTS Due: 5/26/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-01-06. View official inspection document (report 7bf1f584-a168-4b58-af79-f4ff3f3e4911)

    Not corrected

2025

  1. Medium-High riskStandard 408/26/2025

    40. Medication CCF Handbook, Section 6.5 (40-05)

    The label on the prescription medication did not have the required information in that it did not include [contact information for physician and or pharmacy, child's name, name of medication and medical directions. ]. CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, C Comments: Prescription medication did not have the required information for the child in care. Provider will obtain the required documentation and notify licensing office with a photo on or before 26 September 2025. RECORD KEEPING Due: 9/26/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-08-26. View official inspection document (report 397acc1c-3b4c-4a74-afda-671180056784)

    Not corrected
  2. High riskStandard 348/26/2025

    34. Credentialed Staff CCF Handbook, Section 4.6 & 4.7 (34-04)

    The director responsible for the daily operation of the program did not have an active Director Credential. CCF Handbook, Section 4.7 Comments: The facility does not have an active director. Facility will be on a provisional license until 11/27/25 HEALTH REQUIREMENTS Due: 11/27/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-08-26. View official inspection document (report 397acc1c-3b4c-4a74-afda-671180056784)

    Not corrected
  3. Medium riskStandard 336/11/2025

    33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 (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 Comments: Child Care personnel did not complete a department approved five-hour literacy and language development course within 12 months of date of employment. Provider will email an updated and complete training transcript to licensing office on or before July 11, 2025. 34. Credentialed Staff CCF Handbook, Section 4.6 & 4.7 Not Monitored Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-06-11. View official inspection document (report 97f2317c-1eb4-4ce8-bbb0-710b69074c06)

    Not corrected
  4. Medium riskStandard 335/7/2025

    33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 (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 Comments: Child Care personnel did not complete required five hour literacy and language course within 12 months of date of employment. Provider will email updated transcript showing completed training to licensing counselor on or before June 9, 2025. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-05-07. View official inspection document (report 9cb7a254-f494-4100-8548-e87d412c9c59)

    Not corrected
  5. Medium-High riskStandard 231/8/2025

    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 Comments: Fire extinguisher did not have a current, serviced fire extinguisher December 2023 was the last maintenance date listed. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-01-08. View official inspection document (report 11531419-cf64-471f-8927-571ff7f49e85)

    Not corrected
  6. Medium riskStandard 321/8/2025

    32. Outdoor Equipment CCF Handbook, Section 3.12 (32-07)

    The ground cover or other protective surface under the [Swingset and Rope Tunnel. ] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D Comments: Ground cover was not adequate for a safe fall zone. Ground cover is in place it needs to be properly put into place. Facility will send completed surface cover completion photo to licensing office by 10 February 2025. TRAINING Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-01-08. View official inspection document (report 11531419-cf64-471f-8927-571ff7f49e85)

    Not corrected

Safety & Compliance Analysis

This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.

17Total Violations
2Recent Violations
(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: GULF BREEZE, SANTA ROSA County
  • Capacity: 59
  • Type: Child Care Facility

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