Purposeful Beginnings Learning Center Inc
TALLAHASSEE, FL·Child Care FacilityLicensed
Contact information
Address3551 Austin Davis Ave, Tallahassee FL, 32308
CountyLEON
Phone8504022998
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
Capacity215
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 3/19/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High2
- Medium-High1
- Medium3
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
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3551 Austin Davis Ave, Tallahassee FL, 32308, TALLAHASSEE, FL 32308
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Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 3/19/2026
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- Medium-High1
- Medium3
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2026
- Medium riskStandard 333/19/2026
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: Licensing Specialist reviewed personnel files and observed 1 personnel training record that showed the introductory child care trainings had not been initiated within 90 days of employment in the child care industry. See supplemental. Corrective action needed. Due: 4/21/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-19. View official inspection document (report 9b565db4-4e21-4ce6-99b8-2271a61908b1)
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 333/19/2026
33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 (33-09)
The facility did not have documented proof that all child care personnel were trained and knowledgeable within 30 days of date of hire in [ safe sleep practices and shaken baby syndrome]. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.3 and 4.2.5 Training [SR] Comments: Licensing Specialist reviewed personnel files and observed 1 personnel training record that showed safe sleep training had not been completed. Personnel record observed has been employed at the facility for more than 30 days. See Supplemental. Corrective action needed. Due: 4/21/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-19. View official inspection document (report 9b565db4-4e21-4ce6-99b8-2271a61908b1)
Not corrected
2025
- High riskStandard 4411/18/2025
44. Personnel Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 (44-04)
The personnel/ volunteer (ten hours or more per month) record did not include a CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form signed annually. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, C Record Keeping [SR] Comments: 33 staff employed all reviewed. Licensing Specialist observed multiple personnel files with an outdated Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form. Corrected at the time of the inspection. Technical assistance was provided regarding maintaining a current Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form in file for all personnel and volunteers. Provider had personnel sign Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form at the time of the inspection. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-11-18. View official inspection document (report 9af935a4-8ec7-4315-b855-62ea6faaa60f)
Corrected at inspection - High riskStandard 4511/18/2025
45. Background Screening Documents CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 (45-06)
The Child Care Attestation of Good Moral Character was not completed at the time of initial screening or upon change in employers. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1, B Record Keeping [SR] Comments: 33 staff employed all reviewed. Licensing Specialist observed multiple personnel files that did contain the updated version of the Child Care Attestation of Good Moral Character form. Corrected at the time of inspection. Technical assistance was provided regarding maintaining the updated version of the Child Care Attestation of Good Moral Character form. Provider had personnel sign the updated version of the Child Care Attestation of Good Moral Character form at the time of the inspection. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-11-18. View official inspection document (report 9af935a4-8ec7-4315-b855-62ea6faaa60f)
Corrected at inspection - Medium-High riskStandard 427/23/2025
42. Student Health and Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 (42-02)
The Student Health Examination or equivalent health statement was not acceptable in that: [ It was not current (over two years old)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 Record Keeping [SR] Comments: Licensing Specialist observed 2 children's file with expired Student Health Examination forms. See Supplemental. Reviewed 61 childrens files (2- and 3-year-olds) including newly enrolled. Corrective action needed. Technical assistance was given regarding maintaining current Student Health Examinations. Provider contacted parent at the time of the inspection requesting a current Student Health Examination form. Per CCF Handbook, Section 7.2, The child care facility is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed Student Health Examination form DH 3040, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(q), F.A.C. and may be obtained from the local county health department, the parent or legal guardian, or a signed statement by authorized professionals that indicate the results of the components of the Student Health Examination form are included in the health examination (page 60). Due: 8/22/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-07-23. View official inspection document (report b1a91908-8081-47c4-bcae-4cf05fd4e15f)
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 333/28/2025
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: Personnel listed on supplemental did not initiate introductory training within 90 days of employment in the childcare industry. Corrective action needed. Technical assistance was provided regarding childcare personnel initiating training with in 90 days of employment in childcare industry. Per CCF Handbook, Section 4.1 Childcare personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month must begin training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry and successfully complete Departments training within 12 months from the date training begins (page 39). Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-03-28. View official inspection document (report 5f6468c8-6cf0-49f1-9bbc-b3216a367b09)
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
$922/month
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About this daycare
- Location: TALLAHASSEE, LEON County
- Capacity: 215
- Type: Child Care Facility
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