Imagination Station Learning Academy LLC

OCALA, FLChild Care FacilityLicensed

4.5based on state inspection data
Capacity88
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
Est. price$973/mo

Contact information

Address1250 NE 35th St, Ocala FL, 34479

CityOCALA, FL 34479

CountyMARION

Phone3526221206

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

Capacity88

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 4/13/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High1
  • Medium-High8
  • Medium2
  • Medium-Low1
  • Low0

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Location

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1250 NE 35th St, Ocala FL, 34479, OCALA, FL 34479

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  1. This facility has supervision-related findings on its state record - ask specifically how ratios are maintained during transitions, outdoor play, and nap time
  2. Ask what changed after their most recent supervision citation and how compliance is monitored now
  3. This facility has health or sanitation findings on its state record - ask about their current cleaning, diapering, and handwashing procedures
  4. This facility has safety-related findings on its state record - ask how the cited hazards were corrected and when emergency drills were last run

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 4/13/2026

  • High1
  • Medium-High4
  • Medium1
  • Medium-Low1
  • Low0

2026

  1. Medium-High riskStandard 414/13/2026

    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: Child listed on supplement immunization expired 2/28/2026. Due: 4/27/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-13. View official inspection document (report 64898018-7405-4b60-a316-9c7ec1b3ed49)

    Not corrected

2025

  1. Medium-High riskStandard 1712/15/2025

    17. Outdoor Play Area/Fencing CCF Handbook, Section 3.5 (17-02)

    The facility's outdoor play area contained litter, nails, glass or other hazards that posed a threat to the health, safety or well-being of the children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A Comments: Counselor observed on small playground, gate leading to back parking lot has a broken piece near the gate, cause the fencing to be unsteady. Photo taken by Director and Counselor. Due: 1/15/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-12-15. View official inspection document (report d5b56101-980a-4ee2-8c25-ef77cf81743f)

    Not corrected
  2. Medium riskStandard 3212/15/2025

    32. Outdoor Equipment CCF Handbook, Section 3.12 (32-03)

    The play equipment was not maintained in a safe or sanitary condition for the children to use in that [rust chains, split tire]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B and F Comments: Counselor observed on the large playground that the triangle swings chains are rusted, and covering has peeled away. Large green tractor tire has large split area, which could potentially pinch children. TA was given to provider to maintain outdoor play equipment free from rust, splits and cracks. Photos were taken of equipment. TRAINING Due: 1/15/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-12-15. View official inspection document (report d5b56101-980a-4ee2-8c25-ef77cf81743f)

    Not corrected
  3. Medium-Low riskStandard 358/11/2025

    35. Communicable Disease Control CCF Handbook, Section 6.1 (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 Comments: Employees listed on supplement did not complete the exposure to blood training. Childcare facilities shall develop a written exposure plan regarding universal safety precautions, recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), to follow in the event there is exposure to blood and potentially infectious fluids. 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. Due: 8/29/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-08-11. View official inspection document (report 3827ce02-9581-4656-9be0-6d47a385e583)

    Not corrected
  4. Medium-High riskStandard 418/11/2025

    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: Child listed on supplement immunization expired. Due: 8/29/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-08-11. View official inspection document (report 3827ce02-9581-4656-9be0-6d47a385e583)

    Not corrected
  5. High riskStandard 034/8/2025

    03. Ratio Sufficient CCF Handbook, Section 2.3 (03-01)

    A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [6] children is required. A ratio of [2] child care personnel for [14] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. Comments: Technical assistance given to provider that when mixing age groups, the staff to child ratio is based on the age of the youngest child in the group. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-04-08. View official inspection document (report 7ac38c6c-4d2e-46da-bb29-55c87401c3d4)

    Not corrected
  6. Medium-High riskStandard 404/8/2025

    40. Medication CCF Handbook, Section 6.5 (40-17)

    Medication which had expired or is no longer being administered was not discarded or returned to the custodial parent or legal guardian. CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, H Comments: Counselor observed medication expired on 1/7/2025. Provider discarded medication at time of inspection. RECORD KEEPING Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-04-08. View official inspection document (report 7ac38c6c-4d2e-46da-bb29-55c87401c3d4)

    Not corrected

Safety & Compliance Analysis

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

12Total Violations
1Recent Violations
(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: OCALA, MARION County
  • Capacity: 88
  • Type: Child Care Facility

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