Spirit Of Love Childcare Centers, Inc.

OCALA, FLChild Care FacilityLicensed

3.1based on state inspection data
Capacity43
HoursMon 5:30AM to 7:00PM; Tue 5:30AM to 7:00PM; Wed 5:30AM to 7:00PM; Thu 5:30AM to 7:00PM; Fri 5:30AM to 7:00PM
Est. price$1,121/mo

Contact information

Address4628 W Anthony Rd, Ocala FL, 34475

CityOCALA, FL 34475

CountyMARION

Phone3526221543

Operating details

HoursMon 5:30AM to 7:00PM; Tue 5:30AM to 7:00PM; Wed 5:30AM to 7:00PM; Thu 5:30AM to 7:00PM; Fri 5:30AM to 7:00PM

Capacity43

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 5/27/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High5
  • Medium-High10
  • Medium0
  • Medium-Low2
  • Low0

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4628 W Anthony Rd, Ocala FL, 34475, OCALA, FL 34475

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Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 5/27/2026

  • High2
  • Medium-High9
  • Medium0
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

2026

  1. Medium-High riskStandard 355/27/2026

    35. (35-12)

    The facility does not have documentation for all child care personnel on required annual refresher education of the facilitys exposure plan. CCF Handbook, Section 6 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR] Comments: Employee listed on supplement did not complete the Exposure to Blood training prior being in a classroom. Personnel are required to be educated on the facilitys exposure plan regarding standard precautions before beginning to work and annually thereafter. Written documentation that childcare personnel have participated in the facilitys annual refresher education for the exposure plan and understand the proper procedures in the event there is exposure to blood, and potentially infectious fluids must be retained for 12 months and be available for licensing to review. 36. CPR Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4 CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 37. First Aid Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4 and 6.2 CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4 and 6.2 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 38. Emergency Telephone Numbers CCF Handbook, Section 6.3 CCF Handbook, Section 6.3 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 39. Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation CCF Handbook, Section 6.3 & 6.4 CCF Handbook, Section 6.3 & 6.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Not Applicable Comments Facility does not administer medication. Due: 6/15/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-05-27. View official inspection document (report d1973d89-57b5-4863-85ef-c3226c7794e6)

    Not corrected
  2. Medium-High riskStandard 335/27/2026

    33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 CCF Handbook, Section 4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (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 [ the use of fire extinguishers]. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.3 and 4.2.5 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Training [SR] Comments: Employee listed on supplement did not complete the fire extinguisher training within 30 days of hire. Due: 6/15/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-05-27. View official inspection document (report d1973d89-57b5-4863-85ef-c3226c7794e6)

    Not corrected
  3. Medium-High riskStandard 325/27/2026

    32. (32-03)

    The play equipment was not maintained in a safe or sanitary condition for the children to use in that [toys with rust, chipped paint, broken]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B and F (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments: Counselor observed one kitchen set cracked, both need cleaning, green and blue stand rusty, baby swing seat support cracked, yellow/black stationary car (Dixie Dozer) rusty w/ chipped paint, blue tunnel chipped paint. Toddler playground, the green indoor/outdoor rug need replacing, rug has holes which are tripping hazards Toys and equipment leading up to the mobile home classroom need cleaning. TA was given to provider to maintain outdoor play equipment free from rust, chipped paint and dirt. TA given to provider to maintain metal equipment from peeling. TRAINING Due: 6/15/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-05-27. View official inspection document (report d1973d89-57b5-4863-85ef-c3226c7794e6)

    Not corrected
  4. Medium-High riskStandard 175/27/2026

    17. (17-07)

    The base of the fence in the outdoor play area was not at ground level and could allow inside or outside access by children or animals. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, F (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: Counselor observed on the playground fencing, that 6 panels are rotten at the bottom and another panel is broken at the bottom. Counselor advised the Provider that the fencing is old and dry rotten, that this will continue to occur until all panels are replaced. Due: 6/15/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-05-27. View official inspection document (report d1973d89-57b5-4863-85ef-c3226c7794e6)

    Not corrected
  5. High riskStandard 441/27/2026

    44. Personnel Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: Staff listed on supplement Child Abuse and Neglects had expired. Staff updated at time of inspection. 45. Background Screening Documents CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-01-27. View official inspection document (report c0cb029d-07db-43b3-ad51-37b3a9a21a89)

    Corrected at inspection

2025

  1. Medium-High riskStandard 329/22/2025

    32. (32-03)

    The play equipment was not maintained in a safe or sanitary condition for the children to use in that [chip paint]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B and F (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments: Counselor observed yellow chipped paint on merry go round tricycle. Metal equipment on playground area were observed to contain peeling paint. TA given to provider to maintain metal equipment from peeling. TRAINING Due: 10/22/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-09-22. View official inspection document (report f455adf2-3b01-475d-892c-5556dd33407b)

    Not corrected
  2. High riskStandard 449/22/2025

    44. Personnel Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: Employee listed on supplement Child Abuse and Neglect has expired Counselor reviewed all 6 staff files. 45. Background Screening Documents CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Due: 10/22/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-09-22. View official inspection document (report f455adf2-3b01-475d-892c-5556dd33407b)

    Not corrected
  3. Medium-High riskStandard 429/22/2025

    42. (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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: Children listed on supplement does not have a physical on file for Counselor to review. Compliance Comments Counselor reviewed all 32 children files. 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 Due: 10/22/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-09-22. View official inspection document (report f455adf2-3b01-475d-892c-5556dd33407b)

    Not corrected
  4. Medium-High riskStandard 419/22/2025

    41. (41-01)

    Child(ren) did not have a Florida Certification of Immunization (DH Form 680) or a Religious Exemption from Immunization (DH Form 681), on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: Children listed on supplement does not have an immunization on file for Counselor to review. 42. Student Health and Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Noncompliance Due: 10/22/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-09-22. View official inspection document (report f455adf2-3b01-475d-892c-5556dd33407b)

    Not corrected
  5. Medium-High riskStandard 179/22/2025

    17. (17-06)

    The facilitys fencing walls or gate area had gaps that could allow children to exit the outdoor play area. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, F (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: Counselor observed gaps in the playground fencing, photos were taken and discussed with the Director / Owner. Fencing, including gates, must be continuous and must not have gaps or opening larger than 3 inches that would allow children to exit the outdoor play area Due: 10/22/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-09-22. View official inspection document (report f455adf2-3b01-475d-892c-5556dd33407b)

    Not corrected
  6. Medium-High riskStandard 425/20/2025

    42. (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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: Child's physical is dated that the examination date was completed on 10/28/2025. Dates cannot be altered or enter by an unauthorized person. Physical must be resubmitted back to the physician to receive the correct date of examination. Compliance Comments Counselor reviewed all 30 children files. 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 Counselor reviewed all 8 staff files. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-05-20. View official inspection document (report 7594f81e-2fc3-4a6c-a2cb-5e1695dfa500)

    Not corrected

Safety & Compliance Analysis

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

17Total Violations
4Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

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Estimated monthly cost

$1,121/month

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About this daycare

  • Location: OCALA, MARION County
  • Capacity: 43
  • Type: Child Care Facility

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