WEST FAMILY LEARNING CENTER EAST, LLC

OCALA, FLChild Care FacilityLicensed

4.5based on state inspection data
Capacity86
HoursMon 7:00AM to 5:00PM; Tue 7:00AM to 5:00PM; Wed 7:00AM to 5:00PM; Thu 7:00AM to 5:00PM; Fri 7:00AM to 5:00PM
Est. price$1,065/mo

Contact information

Address1601 NE 25th Ave Ste 301, Ocala FL, 34470

CityOCALA, FL 34470

CountyMARION

Phone3526221520

Operating details

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

Capacity86

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 6/15/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High1
  • Medium-High2
  • Medium1
  • Medium-Low1
  • Low0

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1601 NE 25th Ave Ste 301, Ocala FL, 34470, OCALA, FL 34470

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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. Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 6/15/2026

  • High1
  • Medium-High2
  • Medium1
  • Medium-Low1
  • Low0

2026

  1. Medium riskStandard 326/15/2026

    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 [broken seat, chipped paint]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B and F Comments: Counselor observed broken seat and one seat with chipped black paint on tricycle track. Counselor observed that toys and picnic tables sitting underneath the shade trees has green substance which now needs cleaning, limbs need removing Red helicopter has chipped paint. 3.5 Outdoor Play Area A. The outdoor play area must be clean and free from litter, nails, glass and other hazards. B. The outdoor area must be designed to allow child care personnel to clearly see children while playing on all equipment. TRAINING Due: 7/13/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-06-15. View official inspection document (report 309d1991-b95f-46ab-b542-19c3c09d22d8)

    Not corrected

2025

  1. High riskStandard 0310/13/2025

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

    A ratio of [3] child care personnel for [17] children is required. A ratio of [2] child care personnel for [17 children] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. Comments: Counselor observed 17 children with 2 teacher: 2 staff: 17- 2- 1 yoa, 3-2 yoa, 6-3 yoa, 4-4 yoa, 2 school age (corrected as parents begin to pickup from both classrooms). 1 staff: 6-1 yoa 2nd observation: 2 staff: 8 - 1 school age, 3-2 yoa, 4-3 yoa 1 staff: 6-1 yoa 2.3 Ratios The staff-to-child ratio, as established in Section 402.305(4), F.S., is based on primary responsibility for the direct supervision of children and applies at all times while children are in care. 2.3.1 Mixed Age Groups A. In groups of mixed age ranges, where children under one year of age are included, one child care personnel must be responsible for no more than four children of any age group, at all times. B. In groups of mixed age ranges, where children one year of age but under two years of age are included, one child care personnel must be responsible for no more than six children of any age group, at all times. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-10-13. View official inspection document (report 3f282b11-3aa7-4a2a-a4ef-37c258b01be5)

    Corrected at inspection
  2. Medium-Low riskStandard 356/16/2025

    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: Staff (6) did not complete the annual refresher Universal Precaution training Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-06-16. View official inspection document (report 6ba12037-be9d-4a85-9622-4b2e1770041f)

    Not corrected
  3. Medium-High riskStandard 416/16/2025

    41. Immunization Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 (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 Comments: Child listed on supplement does not have a immunization on file for Counselor to review. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-06-16. View official inspection document (report 6ba12037-be9d-4a85-9622-4b2e1770041f)

    Not corrected
  4. Medium-High riskStandard 426/16/2025

    42. Student Health and Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 (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 Comments: Child listed on supplement does not have a physical on file for Counselor to review. Compliance Comments Counselor reviewed all 42 children files. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-06-16. View official inspection document (report 6ba12037-be9d-4a85-9622-4b2e1770041f)

    Not corrected

Safety & Compliance Analysis

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

5Total Violations
1Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

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Estimated monthly cost

$1,065/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: 86
  • Type: Child Care Facility

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