Episcopal Children's Services Boynton Head Start

OCALA, FLChild Care FacilityLicensed

3.5based on state inspection data
Capacity96
HoursMon 7:00AM to 4:00PM; Tue 7:00AM to 4:00PM; Wed 7:00AM to 4:00PM; Thu 7:00AM to 4:00PM; Fri 7:00AM to 4:00PM
Est. price$1,009/mo

Contact information

Address1701 NW 10th St, Ocala FL, 34475

CityOCALA, FL 34475

CountyMARION

Phone3525478017

Operating details

HoursMon 7:00AM to 4:00PM; Tue 7:00AM to 4:00PM; Wed 7:00AM to 4:00PM; Thu 7:00AM to 4:00PM; Fri 7:00AM to 4:00PM

Capacity96

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 4/29/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High0
  • Medium-High0
  • Medium2
  • Medium-Low2
  • Low0

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Location

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1701 NW 10th St, Ocala FL, 34475, OCALA, FL 34475

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  1. Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
  2. Ask about teacher-to-child ratios and how supervision is maintained through the day
  3. Ask about their illness policy and which symptoms require a child to stay home
  4. Ask about their security measures, visitor policy, and pickup procedures

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 4/29/2026

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  • Medium-High0
  • Medium2
  • Medium-Low1
  • Low0

2026

  1. Medium-Low riskStandard 434/29/2026

    43. Enrollment Information CCF Handbook, Section 7.3 & s. 402.3054(2), F.S. (43-01)

    Child records or copies of records were not being maintained at the facility and available for review by the licensing authority. CCF Handbook, Section 7.3, A Comments: During inspection counselor was unable to review children files due to family advocates being out for a statewide training. Compliance Comments Counselor reviewed all 21 staff files and updated CARES Due: 5/30/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-29. View official inspection document (report af09554d-d567-4ba7-82a1-f50a654b62f1)

    Not corrected
  2. Medium riskStandard 112/20/2026

    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: According to staff their policy is not to restrain a child. The facilitys discipline policy stated under #13 that binding is prohibited. In this case teacher demonstrated how she held the child for child to be calm and not hurt himself. PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT 12. Facility Environment CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 Not Monitored 13. Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons CCF Handbook, Section 3.2 Not Monitored Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-02-20. View official inspection document (report 5380da13-953a-49c8-b63e-2f46def9ac89)

    Corrected at inspection

2025

  1. Medium riskStandard 1111/4/2025

    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: Per provider discipline policy 13B Corporal punishment may not involve rough handling of children which include but not limited to lifting by both arms, pulling or grabbing or jerking the arms, shoulders, neck, or forcing movement or lifting a child by clothing is not allowed. PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT 12. Facility Environment CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 Not Monitored 13. Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons CCF Handbook, Section 3.2 Not Monitored 14. Lighting, Temperature, and Ventilation CCF Handbook, Section 3.3 Not Monitored 15. Licensed Capacity CCF Handbook , Section 3.4 Not Monitored 16. Indoor Floor Space CCF Handbook, Section 3.4 Not Monitored 17. Outdoor Play Area/Fencing CCF Handbook, Section 3.5 Not Monitored 18. Bedding and Linens CCF Handbook, Section 3.6 Not Monitored 19. Nap/Sleep Space Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.2 Not Monitored 20. Crib Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 3.6 Not Monitored 21. Restrooms and Bath Facilities CCF Handbook, Section 3.7 Not Monitored 22. Operable Phone CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.1 Not Monitored 23. Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness CCF Handbook, Section 3.8 Not Monitored FOOD AND NUTRITION 24. Food Preparation Area CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 Not Monitored 25. Meals and Snacks CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 Not Monitored 26. Meal and Snack Menus CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3 & Section 7 Not Monitored 27. Catered Food and Food Provided by Outside Sources CCF Handbook, Section 7 & Section 3.9.3 Not Monitored 28. Bottles, Breastmilk, Formula and Infant Food CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 Not Monitored SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-11-04. View official inspection document (report f3a52510-3b84-4792-9e0e-15bacedfde0a)

    Corrected at inspection

Safety & Compliance Analysis

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

4Total Violations
1Recent Violations
(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: OCALA, MARION County
  • Capacity: 96
  • Type: Child Care Facility

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