Creative Kids Academy Of Callaway

PANAMA CITY, FLChild Care FacilityLicensed

2.9based on state inspection data
Capacity39
HoursMon 7:00AM to 5:15PM; Tue 7:00AM to 5:15PM; Wed 7:00AM to 5:15PM; Thu 7:00AM to 5:15PM; Fri 7:00AM to 5:15PM
Est. price$1,063/mo

Contact information

Address117A N Highway 22 a, Panama City FL, 32404

CityPANAMA CITY, FL 32404

CountyBAY

Phone8502495232

Operating details

HoursMon 7:00AM to 5:15PM; Tue 7:00AM to 5:15PM; Wed 7:00AM to 5:15PM; Thu 7:00AM to 5:15PM; Fri 7:00AM to 5:15PM

Capacity39

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 12/10/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

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

Join the waitlist

Not ready to tour? Get on the waitlist and we'll notify the center you're interested.

Location

Using Address for Location

Exact coordinates aren't available, but you can view this location at:

117A N Highway 22 a, Panama City FL, 32404, PANAMA CITY, FL 32404

Questions to ask on a tour

Chosen for this facility's inspection history and profile — bring them along on your visit.

  1. This facility has staffing or training findings on its state record - ask about background checks, required training completion, and staff turnover
  2. Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
  3. Ask about teacher-to-child ratios and how supervision is maintained through the day
  4. Ask about their illness policy and which symptoms require a child to stay home

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 12/10/2025

  • High1
  • Medium-High2
  • Medium0
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

2025

  1. Medium-High riskStandard 3312/10/2025

    33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 CCF Handbook, Section 4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (33-03)

    The facility did not have documentation to show child care personnel had begun the introductory training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Comments: During the onsite file review, counselor observed that a staff member had not begun the introductory child care training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry. T/A: Beginning Training: Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month must begin training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry and successfully complete Departments training within 12 months from the date training begins. Training taken prior to employment in the child care industry does not constitute begin training. The begin training timeframes begin at the time of employment in the child care industry. Training completion may not exceed 15 months from the date of employment in the child Child Care Facility Handbook Page | 40 care industry in any licensed Florida child care facility. This may be accomplished by classroom attendance in a Department-approved training course, acquiring an educational exemption from a Department-approved training course, beginning a Department-approved online child care training course, or by receiving results from a Department-approved competency examination. The child care program is responsible for obtaining training documentation from child care personnel. Provider will have staff member start the child care required training. Due: 1/9/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-12-10. View official inspection document (report 7cf1cde9-f0fe-4bd7-a597-369f52b69afc)

    Not corrected
  2. High riskStandard 3312/10/2025

    33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 CCF Handbook, Section 4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (33-13)

    Child care personnel did not complete preservice training requirements prior to unsupervised contact with or care of children or, if supervised, within 90 days of beginning employment or service with the provider. (Section 3.1 and 3.2 Training Requirements, Page 7) [SR] Comments: During the onsite inspection, counselor observed that a staff member had not completed the preservice training requirement within 90 days of employment. T/A Preservice Child care personnel must successfully complete the preservice training coursework described in this section, as applicable. All child care personnel must complete these preservice training requirements within 90 days of initial employment with any School Readiness provider. This timeframe does not start over if personnel change employment to another School Readiness provider within this initial 90 days. Personnel who have not completed all preservice training requirements are not allowed any unsupervised contact with or care of children in a School Readiness program. Provider will have staff member complete the required preservice training. Due: 1/9/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-12-10. View official inspection document (report 7cf1cde9-f0fe-4bd7-a597-369f52b69afc)

    Not corrected
  3. Medium-High riskStandard 448/21/2025

    44. Personnel Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (44-05)

    A Volunteer Acknowledgement (Form CF-FSP 5217) was not on file prior to volunteering. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, F (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: During the file review, counselor observed that a volunteer on site did not have a completed volunteer acknowledgement form on file. T/A: Personnel Records Prior to beginning volunteering in a child care facility, a CF-FSP 5217, Volunteer Acknowledgment which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(e), F.A.C., and may be obtained from the Departments website www.myflfamilies.com/childcare, must be completed and on file at the child care facility for the volunteer. Written documentation of volunteer hours must be maintained at the facility for a minimum of 12 months and available for review by the licensing authority The volunteer listed on the supplemental completed a volunteer acknowledgement form during the inspection. Provider stated 6 staff on file. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-08-21. View official inspection document (report 6f627d5a-5e5e-4489-9727-61f9e43a733f)

    Corrected at inspection

Safety & Compliance Analysis

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

6Total Violations
0Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

Parent Recommendations

Based on the violation data, here are some recommendations:

  • Review the detailed violations listed above.
  • Ask the daycare about their response to these violations.
  • Look at the correction status to see how quickly issues were addressed.
  • Schedule a visit during regular hours to observe daily operations.

Note: This analysis is based on publicly available violation data and is intended as a tool to help parents make informed decisions. Always visit a daycare in person and ask specific questions about areas of concern.

Estimated monthly cost

$1,063/month

This is a modeled estimate — based on location, ages served, and program data — not the provider's actual tuition. Real prices vary by age group and services. Contact the daycare for current rates, fees, and availability.

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: PANAMA CITY, BAY County
  • Capacity: 39
  • Type: Child Care Facility

What parents actually pay

No parent-reported prices yet. If your child attends here, you can be the first to add one.

Add what you pay

Anonymous. One report per family. It helps other parents budget honestly.

Parent Reviews

More daycares in PANAMA CITY, FL