The Learning Center For Excellence, Corp.
TALLAHASSEE, FL·Child Care FacilityLicensed
Contact information
Address5012 W Tennessee St, Tallahassee FL, 32304
CountyLEON
Phone8503919338
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
Capacity78
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 1/13/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High1
- Medium-High3
- Medium3
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
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5012 W Tennessee St, Tallahassee FL, 32304, TALLAHASSEE, FL 32304
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Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 1/13/2026
- High1
- Medium-High3
- Medium3
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2026
- Medium-High riskStandard 321/13/2026
32. (32-06)
A resilient surface was not provided beneath and within the fall/use zone for [the swings on the playground at the facility.]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments: The facility did not have 6 inches of resilient surface under the swing on the playground. D. Permanent or stationary playground equipment must have a fall/use zone that extends a minimum of 6 feet in all directions from the perimeter of the equipment. All types of ground cover must be maintained to provide resilience and reduce the incidence of injuries to children in the event of falls. 1. If the ground cover in place is loose ground cover (such as, but not limited to: mulch, shredded rubber chips, or sand) a minimum of 6 inches in depth is required in the use zone. Asphalt, concrete, hard packed dirt, hay, grass or leaves are unsuitable for use in the use zone area. TRAINING Due: 1/27/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-01-13. View official inspection document (report 39bc446b-9b89-4aaa-b527-81e641a41f08)
Not corrected
2025
- High riskStandard 058/26/2025
05. Transportation CCF Handbook, Section 2.5 (05-02)
The facility did not maintain a log for all children being transported in a vehicle. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.2 A General Requirements [SR] Comments: 2.5.2 Transportation Log A. A log must be maintained for all children being transported in a vehicle or on foot away from and/or to the premises of the child care facility. The log must be retained on file at the facility for a minimum of 12 months and available for review by the licensing authority. The log must include: 1. Each childs name, 2. The date and time of departure, 3. Time of arrival at the destination, 4. The signature of the driver (or in the case of travelling on foot, the signature of the child care personnel), and 5. The signature of a second child care personnel or person(s) authorized by the provider to verify the transportation log and that all children have arrived safely and left the vehicle (if applicable). There are no current transportation logs at the facility, the facility picks up two children every afternoon after school. Due: 9/9/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-08-26. View official inspection document (report fd431162-d6ac-4812-bc9b-850f5c15d9ac)
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 128/26/2025
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: 3.1 General Health and Safety Requirements 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. The facility exhaust vent dusty. I received an email on 8/26/2025 @ 5:55pm with the pictures of the cleaned facility fans and exhaust vents. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-08-26. View official inspection document (report fd431162-d6ac-4812-bc9b-850f5c15d9ac)
Corrected at inspection - Medium riskStandard 338/26/2025
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: There is a staff member that have been in the industry since 2018 that have not completed the introductory training. Due: 9/26/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-08-26. View official inspection document (report fd431162-d6ac-4812-bc9b-850f5c15d9ac)
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 338/26/2025
33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 (33-07)
Child care personnel, including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the required in-service training during the states fiscal year beginning July 1 and ending June 30. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.7 Training [SR] Comments: No Inservice listed for several staff members Due: 9/26/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-08-26. View official inspection document (report fd431162-d6ac-4812-bc9b-850f5c15d9ac)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 125/13/2025
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 ceiling fans, and exhaust fans had lent build up. Received email with pictures prior to uploading of the corrections made. 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 2025-05-13. View official inspection document (report 47d28ff4-93af-4ff7-b5c7-80393701175c)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 245/13/2025
24. (24-24)
Frozen food was not [ labeled by date and type]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, F.2 and 3. (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR] Comments: The frozen food was not labeled and wrapped at the time of inspection. The correction of pictures to this item was emailed prior to uploading this inspection. Compliance Comments Food service inspection conducted. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-05-13. View official inspection document (report 47d28ff4-93af-4ff7-b5c7-80393701175c)
Not corrected
Safety & Compliance Analysis
This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.
(Past 6 Months)
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Estimated monthly cost
$973/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: 78
- Type: Child Care Facility
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