Fantastic Kids
OCALA, FL·Child Care FacilityLicensed
Contact information
Address1606 NE 22nd Ave, Ocala FL, 34470
CityOCALA, FL 34470
CountyMARION
Phone3526903000
Operating details
HoursMon 6:30AM to 6:30PM; Tue 6:30AM to 6:30PM; Wed 6:30AM to 6:30PM; Thu 6:30AM to 6:30PM; Fri 6:30AM to 6:30PM
Capacity229
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 6/18/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High1
- Medium-High5
- Medium0
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
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1606 NE 22nd Ave, Ocala FL, 34470, OCALA, FL 34470
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- This facility has health or sanitation findings on its state record - ask about their current cleaning, diapering, and handwashing procedures
- Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
- This is a large program - ask how children are grouped, how ratios are kept in each room, and how staff cover breaks
- Ask about teacher-to-child ratios and how supervision is maintained through the day
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 6/18/2025
- High1
- Medium-High4
- Medium0
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2025
- Medium-High riskStandard 396/18/2025
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 Health Requirements [SR] Comments: Incident report was written on day of incident 6/12/2025, but was not given to parent until 6/18/2025. Counselor was provided a copy of the signed report. 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 2025-06-18. View official inspection document (report 7269660f-5fe0-4d8c-9dd4-caf5ae9a17be)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 395/19/2025
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 Health Requirements [SR] Comments: Counselor received at signed incident report on 5/20/2025. 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 2025-05-19. View official inspection document (report 7899f535-4d65-4422-8a5c-c42faf2fdfda)
Not corrected - High riskStandard 054/11/2025
05. Transportation CCF Handbook, Section 2.5 CCF Handbook, Section 2.5 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (05-04)
The facility's transportation log did not include [second signature for physical and visual sweep and arrival time]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.2 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR] Comments: Provider agreed to the due date. On 01/31/2025, 02/07/2025, and 04/08/2025, the second signature verifying physical and visual sweep were not documented. Arrival time missing for 04/08/2025. Technical assistance provided to ensure that the transportation log is signed and dated at the time of completion. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-04-11. View official inspection document (report 641d3f82-9b21-4c32-b6d8-a592edaf0bc5)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 454/11/2025
45. (45-09)
The facility failed to maintain a current Employee/Contractor Roster for all child care personnel in the Clearinghouse. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, K (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: Childcare personnel listed on the supplemental was hired on 03/17/2025 and was not on the employee clearinghouse roster. The Director added him to the clearinghouse roster during inspection. Technical assistance provided to the Director that all employees hired or let go should be added to or removed from the employee roster. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-04-11. View official inspection document (report 641d3f82-9b21-4c32-b6d8-a592edaf0bc5)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 464/11/2025
46. Daily Attendance CCF Handbook, Section 7.5 CCF Handbook, Section 7.5 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (46-07)
The attendance roster did not accompany the group of children in that [2 year old classroom did not have an attendance log].CCF Handbook, Section 7.5, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: 2 year old teacher completed the attendance during the inspection. Technical assistance provided to ensure that the teacher understands the importance of keeping a daily attendance log to account for children under her supervision. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-04-11. View official inspection document (report 641d3f82-9b21-4c32-b6d8-a592edaf0bc5)
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
$869/month
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About this daycare
- Location: OCALA, MARION County
- Capacity: 229
- Type: Child Care Facility
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