Foundations Preschool
TALLAHASSEE, FL·Child Care FacilityLicensed
Contact information
Address8614 Mahan Dr, Tallahassee FL, 32309
CountyLEON
Phone8509857831
Operating details
HoursMon 9:00AM to 2:30PM; Tue 9:00AM to 2:30PM; Wed 9:00AM to 2:30PM; Thu 9:00AM to 2:30PM; Fri 9:00AM to 2:30PM
Capacity61
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 8/25/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
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- Medium-High3
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8614 Mahan Dr, Tallahassee FL, 32309, TALLAHASSEE, FL 32309
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Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 8/25/2025
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2025
- Medium-High riskStandard 238/25/2025
23. Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness CCF Handbook, Section 3.8 (23-01)
The facility did not have documented proof of an annual fire inspection by the local fire authority. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, A Comments: LS observed the facility did not have documented proof of an annual fire inspection by the local fire authority. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, A Per CCF Handbook Section 3.8.2, A. A. Unless statutorily exempted, all childcare facilities must conform to state standards adopted by the State Fire Marshal, Chapter 69A-36, F.A.C., Uniform Standards for Life Safety and Fire Prevention in Child Care Facilities. A copy of the current and approved annual fire inspection report completed by a certified fire inspector must be on file with the licensing authority. If the program is granted a fire inspection exemption by the local fire inspection office, the exemption must be documented and maintained on file at the program. (Page 27) Corrected prior to uploading. LS observed new fire inspect completed 8/26/25. LS observed annual fire inspection expired 8/16/25. See supplemental. FOOD AND NUTRITION Compliance Comments The facility does not provide food services. Parents provide meals and snacks. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-08-25. View official inspection document (report 13141a63-0207-45eb-ada5-6f06c7be2680)
Corrected at inspection - Medium riskStandard 338/25/2025
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: LS observed (1) Childcare 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 Per CCF Handbook Section 4.2.1, A and B, 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. A. Part I Courses (30 Hours) Childcare personnel must complete all of the following: ? Child Care Facility Rules and Regulations ? Health, Safety and Nutrition ? Identifying and Reporting Child Abuse and Neglect ? Child Growth and Development ? Behavioral Observation and Screening B. Part II Courses (10 Hours) Childcare personnel must also complete 10 hours of the following Part II courses: ? Special Needs Appropriate Practices (10 hours), or ? Understanding Developmentally Appropriate Practices (5 hours) and one of the following courses: 1. Infant and Toddler Appropriate Practices (5 hours) 2. Preschool Appropriate Practices (5 hours) 3. School- Age- Appropriate Practices (5 hours) (Page 40) Corrective action due. See supplemental. Due: 10/3/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-08-25. View official inspection document (report 13141a63-0207-45eb-ada5-6f06c7be2680)
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 338/25/2025
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: LS observed the facility did not have documentation to show completion of a department approved five-hour early literacy and language development course for (1) childcare personnel within 12 months of date of employment in childcare 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. Per CCF Handbook Section 4.2.2, Pursuant to Section 402.305(2)(e)5., F.S., all childcare personnel must complete a single course of training in early literacy and language development of children ages birth through five years that is a minimum of five clock hours or .5 CEUs. Early literacy training must be completed within 12 months of date of employment in the childcare industry. Proof of completion may be documented on a certificate of course completion, classroom transcript, or diploma. (Page 40) Corrective action due. See supplemental. Due: 10/3/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-08-25. View official inspection document (report 13141a63-0207-45eb-ada5-6f06c7be2680)
Not corrected
2024
- Medium-High riskStandard 4112/10/2024
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 Comments: Students had expired or missing immunizations forms. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-12-10. View official inspection document (report 027939fd-323f-4c23-8ee1-d243b5443955)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 4212/10/2024
42. Student Health and Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 (42-01)
Child(ren) did not have a Student Health Examination/DH (Form 3040), or an equivalent health statement on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2, C Comments: Students were missing health forms. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-12-10. View official inspection document (report 027939fd-323f-4c23-8ee1-d243b5443955)
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: TALLAHASSEE, LEON County
- Capacity: 61
- Type: Child Care Facility
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