Treasure Chest Learning Center
CRYSTAL RIVER, FL·Child Care FacilityLicensed
Contact information
Address3195 Crystal River High Dr, Crystal River FL, 34428
CountyCITRUS
Phone3527954641
Operating details
HoursMon 6:45AM to 4:30PM; Tue 6:45AM to 4:30PM; Wed 6:45AM to 4:30PM; Thu 6:45AM to 4:30PM; Fri 6:45AM to 4:30PM
Capacity45
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 4/21/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High7
- Medium-High2
- Medium6
- Medium-Low4
- Low0
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3195 Crystal River High Dr, Crystal River FL, 34428, CRYSTAL RIVER, FL 34428
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Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 4/21/2026
- High5
- Medium-High2
- Medium1
- Medium-Low2
- Low0
2026
- High riskStandard 454/21/2026
45. Background Screening Documents CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 (45-02)
Documentation of Level 2 Clearinghouse screening clearance was missing for child care personnel. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1,C Comments: At time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the staff listed on supplemental did not have a Level 2 Clearinghouse screening clearance on file. Technical assistance provided that all staff must have documentation of Level 2 Clearinghouse screening clearance on file that shows DCF childcare eligibility determination date. Due: 5/12/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-21. View official inspection document (report 27cb4d2a-0e26-4dc0-a28a-d86c6ec7355a)
Not corrected - High riskStandard 454/21/2026
45. Background Screening Documents CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 (45-01)
A complete CF-FSP Form 5131, Background Screening and Personnel File Requirements, was not on file for all employees. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1, A Comments: At time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the staff listed on the supplemental did not have a complete CF-FSP Form 5131, Background Screening and Personnel File Requirements on file. Technical assistance provided that all staff must have a complete CF- FSP Form 5131, Background Screening and Personnel File Requirements on file. Due: 5/12/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-21. View official inspection document (report 27cb4d2a-0e26-4dc0-a28a-d86c6ec7355a)
Not corrected - High riskStandard 444/21/2026
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 Comments: At time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the staff listed on the supplemental had an expired Child Abuse Reporting Form on file. Technical assistance provided that personnel / volunteers who work ten hours or more per month must have a CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form signed annually in their file. Due: 5/12/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-21. View official inspection document (report 27cb4d2a-0e26-4dc0-a28a-d86c6ec7355a)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 414/21/2026
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: At time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the children listed on the supplemental had expired immunization forms. Technical assistance provided that all children must have a valid immunization record or equivalent on file. Due: 5/12/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-21. View official inspection document (report 27cb4d2a-0e26-4dc0-a28a-d86c6ec7355a)
Not corrected - High riskStandard 344/21/2026
34. Credentialed Staff 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: Licensing Specialist was made aware that the director responsible for the daily operation of the program did not have an active Director Credential. Provisional license is being extended to 06/24/2026. Technical assistance provided that the director responsible for the daily operation of the program must have an active Director Credential. HEALTH REQUIREMENTS Due: 6/24/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-21. View official inspection document (report 27cb4d2a-0e26-4dc0-a28a-d86c6ec7355a)
Not corrected - Medium-Low riskStandard 392/20/2026
39. Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation CCF Handbook, Section 6.3 & 6.4 (39-03)
Child care personnel failed to document an accident or incident on the day that it occurred. CCF Handbook, Section 6.4, A Comments: At time of complaint inspection, Counselor was made aware that no incident reports were documented on the day that it occurred for Child 1. Technical assistance provided that all accident or incidents that occur, must be documented on the day that it occurred. 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 Due: 4/16/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-02-20. View official inspection document (report c5388519-e5c6-429d-bc69-e518234b1da8)
Not corrected - High riskStandard 341/13/2026
34. Credentialed Staff 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: At time of inspection, Counselor observed that the director responsible for the daily operation of the program did not have an active Director Credential. Facility has a provisional license as of 10-27-2025. Technical assistance provided that the director responsible for the daily operation of the program must have an active Director Credential on file. HEALTH REQUIREMENTS Due: 4/24/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-01-13. View official inspection document (report 253cdecf-7650-48dd-b353-16e7e38d2b18)
Not corrected
2025
- Medium riskStandard 115/16/2025
11. Child Discipline CCF Handbook, Section 2.8 (11-03)
Child care personnel did not comply with the facility's written disciplinary and expulsion policies. CCF Handbook, Section 2.8, B Comments: Teacher did not follow the discipline policy. Technical Assistance provided to staff that they must comply with the facility's written disciplinary and expulsion policies. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-05-16. View official inspection document (report 9959a9c0-baa5-421b-92b5-009462309fd0)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 475/16/2025
47. Access/Child Safety CCF Handbook, Section 8 (47-01)
Child care personnel inappropriately interacted with children in care in a manner that was aggressive, demeaning or intimidating in nature. CCF Handbook, Section 8.2, C Comments: Teacher stated that she held child's arms across his chest while disciplining him. Technical Assistance provided that this is inappropriate, and childcare personnel must not interact with children in care in a manner that is aggressive, demeaning or intimidating in any nature. Owner/Director/Staff Responsible Comments No comments at this time. Counselor Comments This is a complaint; therefore, other standards are not monitored. ____________________________________________ Inspected by: Alicia Mitchell Date: 05/16/2025 ____________________________________________ Received by: Diana Murphy Date: 05/16/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-05-16. View official inspection document (report 9959a9c0-baa5-421b-92b5-009462309fd0)
Not corrected - Medium-Low riskStandard 395/16/2025
39. Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation CCF Handbook, Section 6.3 & 6.4 (39-04)
Child care personnel failed to share the accident/incident form with the custodial parent/ legal guardian or the individual authorized to pick up child on the day that the incident occurred. CCF Handbook, Section 6.4, B & D Comments: Teacher stated that incident report was not provided to the parent the same day the incident occurred. Technical Assistance provided to all staff that the incident reports must be given to the parent or guardian to be signed the same day the incident occurred. 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 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-05-16. View official inspection document (report 9959a9c0-baa5-421b-92b5-009462309fd0)
Not corrected
Safety & Compliance Analysis
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(Past 6 Months)
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Estimated monthly cost
$966/month
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About this daycare
- Location: CRYSTAL RIVER, CITRUS County
- Capacity: 45
- Type: Child Care Facility
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