Childcare Network 302-DeFuniak Springs
DEFUNIAK SPRINGS, FL·Child Care FacilityLicensed
Contact information
Address79 S 20th St, Defuniak Springs FL, 32435
CityDEFUNIAK SPRINGS, FL 32435
CountyWALTON
Phone8503578807
Operating details
HoursMon 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Tue 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Wed 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Thu 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Fri 6:30AM to 6:00PM
Capacity168
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 1/17/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High1
- Medium-High5
- Medium3
- Medium-Low1
- Low0
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Location
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79 S 20th St, Defuniak Springs FL, 32435, DEFUNIAK SPRINGS, FL 32435
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- This facility has staffing or training findings on its state record - ask about background checks, required training completion, and staff turnover
- Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
- This is a large program - ask how children are grouped, how ratios are kept in each room, and how staff cover breaks
- Ask about teacher-to-child ratios and how supervision is maintained through the day
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 1/17/2025
- High0
- Medium-High3
- Medium1
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2025
- Medium-High riskStandard 321/17/2025
32. Outdoor Equipment CCF Handbook, Section 3.12 (32-07)
The ground cover or other protective surface under the [climbing structure in the school-age playground and under the tire swings in the two-year-old playground.] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments: Provider is aware of issues and has submitted work orders in June and August of 2024 to remedy the shortfall. Provider reports that delivery of mulch to bring the fall zones into compliance was delayed due to unavailability of playground-grade mulch. The delivery is now expected by 27 January 2025. Provider will submit pictures via email to the licensing office showing completed work on or before 2/17/2025. TRAINING 33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 Not Monitored 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 42. Student Health and Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 Not Monitored 43. Enrollment Information CCF Handbook, Section 7.3 & s. 402.3054(2), F.S. Not Monitored 44. Personnel Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 Not Monitored 45. Background Screening Documents CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 Not Monitored 46. Daily Attendance CCF Handbook, Section 7.5 Not Monitored ENFORCEMENT 47. Access/Child Safety CCF Handbook, Section 8 Not Monitored Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-01-17. View official inspection document (report 01312b59-f2a2-4ae3-930e-698a04176603)
Not corrected
2024
- Medium-High riskStandard 3211/18/2024
32. Outdoor Equipment CCF Handbook, Section 3.12 (32-07)
The ground cover or other protective surface under the [climbing structure in the school-age playground and under the tire swings in the two-year-old playground.] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments: Provider is aware of issues and has submitted work orders in June and August to remedy. Provider will submit pictures via email to the licensing office showing completed work on or before 12/18/2024. TRAINING Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-11-18. View official inspection document (report 1e9f61fe-c237-4397-9f4f-37e7189360e9)
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 3311/18/2024
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: Two staff members have not started their introductory training even though they have passed the 90 day threshold. Provider will enroll staff members in an introductory training course and send documentation via email to the licensing office on or before 12/18/2024. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-11-18. View official inspection document (report 1e9f61fe-c237-4397-9f4f-37e7189360e9)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 4111/18/2024
41. Immunization Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 (41-02)
The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 Record Keeping [SR] Comments: Three children did not have current shot records on file. Provider will obtain current shot records and send copies via email to the licensing office on or before 12/18/2024. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-11-18. View official inspection document (report 1e9f61fe-c237-4397-9f4f-37e7189360e9)
Not corrected
Safety & Compliance Analysis
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(Past 6 Months)
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Estimated monthly cost
$922/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: DEFUNIAK SPRINGS, WALTON County
- Capacity: 168
- Type: Child Care Facility
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