DOTS Academy Childcare Center

TALLAHASSEE, FLChild Care FacilityLicensed

2.9based on state inspection data
Capacity35
HoursMon 6:30AM to 5:30PM; Tue 6:30AM to 5:30PM; Wed 6:30AM to 5:30PM; Thu 6:30AM to 5:30PM; Fri 6:30AM to 5:30PM
Est. price$1,024/mo

Contact information

Address4840 Tower Rd, Tallahassee FL, 32303

CityTALLAHASSEE, FL 32303

CountyLEON

Phone8505361901

Operating details

HoursMon 6:30AM to 5:30PM; Tue 6:30AM to 5:30PM; Wed 6:30AM to 5:30PM; Thu 6:30AM to 5:30PM; Fri 6:30AM to 5:30PM

Capacity35

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 3/31/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High4
  • Medium-High4
  • Medium1
  • Medium-Low1
  • Low0

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Location

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4840 Tower Rd, Tallahassee FL, 32303, TALLAHASSEE, FL 32303

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  1. This facility has staffing or training findings on its state record - ask about background checks, required training completion, and staff turnover
  2. Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
  3. Ask about teacher-to-child ratios and how supervision is maintained through the day
  4. Ask about their illness policy and which symptoms require a child to stay home

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 3/31/2026

  • High2
  • Medium-High4
  • Medium0
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

2026

  1. Medium-High riskStandard 303/31/2026

    30. Diapering CCF Handbook, Section 3.10 CCF Handbook, Section 3.10 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (30-06)

    Diaper changing occurred on a surface that was not impermeable. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, E (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments: Licensing Specialist observed a torn diaper changing pad that is used for diapering in 2-year-old classroom. Corrected at the time of inspection. Technical assistance was provided regarding impermeable diaper changing surfaces. Provider replaced torn diaper changing pad at the time of the inspection. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-31. View official inspection document (report c29c164c-6e30-4339-a21d-f8735bf316f8)

    Corrected at inspection
  2. High riskStandard 333/31/2026

    33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 CCF Handbook, Section 4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (33-13)

    Child care personnel did not complete preservice training requirements prior to unsupervised contact with or care of children or, if supervised, within 90 days of beginning employment or service with the provider. (Section 3.1 and 3.2 Training Requirements, Page 7) [SR] Comments: Licensing Specialist reviewed all personnel training records and observed 1 personnel did not complete preservice training requirements within 90 days of employment. See supplemental. Corrective action needed. Due: 4/30/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-31. View official inspection document (report c29c164c-6e30-4339-a21d-f8735bf316f8)

    Not corrected
  3. Medium-High riskStandard 413/31/2026

    41. (41-02)

    The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: Reviewed 11 childrens files (I-O, Infants) including newly enrolled. During review Licensing Specialist observed 1 childs file with an expired Florida Certificate of immunization. See supplemental. Corrected prior to uploading. Technical assistance was provided regarding maintaining a current Florida Certificate of immunization record on file for children in care. Licensing Specialist received childs current immunization record from the provider by email on 03/31/2026, and email deleted. Compliance Comments Reviewed 11 childrens files (I-O, Infants) including newly enrolled. 42. Student Health and Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 43. Enrollment Information CCF Handbook, Section 7.3 & s. 402.3054(2), F.S. CCF Handbook, Section 7.3 & s. 402.3054(2), F.S. (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Compliance Comments Licensing Specialist (LS)partially reviewed staff files in office. At time of inspection, LS reviewed 5 staff files. There are 5 staff employed at facility. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-31. View official inspection document (report c29c164c-6e30-4339-a21d-f8735bf316f8)

    Corrected at inspection

2025

  1. Medium-High riskStandard 4112/9/2025

    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: Licensing Specialist reviewed 7 childrens files (A-H) including newly enrolled. Licensing Specialist observed 1 child file with an expired immunization record. See Supplemental. Corrected prior to uploading. Technical assistance was given regarding maintain a current immunization record on file for children in care. Provider emailed Licensing Specialist a current immunization for child. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-12-09. View official inspection document (report e910910f-a495-4e26-8ab7-68e02d028f2b)

    Corrected at inspection
  2. High riskStandard 348/29/2025

    34. Credentialed Staff CCF Handbook, Section 4.6 & 4.7 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 provider is currently in violation of the staff credentials violation requirement but has been given a corrective action due date of 01/18/26 to come into compliance with this standard. Licensing staff will follow-up with the provider after the corrective action due date to ensure compliance. Per CCF Handbook, Section 4.7, Section 402.305(2)(g), F.S., requires a child care facility to have a credentialed director. Every applicant for a license to operate a child care facility or a license for a change of ownership of a child care facility must document that the facility director has an active Director Credential prior to issuance of the license. An applicant for the Director Credential must meet the requirements referenced in CFFSP Form 5290, Florida Child Care and Education Program Director Credential and Renewal Application, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(k), F.A.C. CF-FSP Form 5290 may be obtained from the Departments website at www.myflfamilies.com/childcare. All applications and documentation will be verified, and, if complete, the credential will be issued by the Department or its designated representative on CF-FSP Form 5252, Florida Child Care and Education Program Director Credential, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(g), F.A.C. (pages 46 and 47). HEALTH REQUIREMENTS Due: 1/18/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-08-29. View official inspection document (report 10cad3f9-7028-466a-909d-13ce0c8a5db9)

    Not corrected
  3. Medium-High riskStandard 455/8/2025

    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: LS observed the facility failed to maintain a current Employee/Contractor Roster for (4) childcare personnel in the Clearinghouse. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, K (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Corrective action due. See supplemental. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-05-08. View official inspection document (report 482be5ee-2a48-4c5c-9589-2dc09de5ffc1)

    Not corrected

Safety & Compliance Analysis

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

10Total Violations
3Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

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Estimated monthly cost

$1,024/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: TALLAHASSEE, LEON County
  • Capacity: 35
  • Type: Child Care Facility

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