The Learning Dock Academy

PANAMA CITY BEACH, FLChild Care FacilityLicensed

4.5based on state inspection data
Capacity95
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

Address7221 Patronis Dr, Panama City Beach FL, 32408

CityPANAMA CITY BEACH, FL 32408

CountyBAY

Phone8502333884

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

Capacity95

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 6/22/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High3
  • Medium-High5
  • Medium3
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

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7221 Patronis Dr, Panama City Beach FL, 32408, PANAMA CITY BEACH, FL 32408

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  4. This facility has food-service findings on its state record - ask how meals are prepared and how allergies are handled

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 6/22/2026

  • High2
  • Medium-High5
  • Medium2
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

2026

  1. Medium riskStandard 286/22/2026

    28. Bottles, Breastmilk, Formula and Infant Food CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 (28-02)

    Bottles and/or sippy cups brought from home were not labeled with childs first and last name. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.5, B Food and Nutrition [SR] Comments: Facility had cups available to children that were not labeled with childs first and last name. The provider corrected during the inspection by labeling each cup with the childs first and last name during the inspection. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-06-22. View official inspection document (report 5b178375-452e-4a9a-b4ab-b313d1d8c81b)

    Corrected at inspection
  2. Medium-High riskStandard 416/22/2026

    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 Record Keeping [SR] Comments: Multiple children did not have current up to date immunization records on file. Due: 7/10/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-06-22. View official inspection document (report 5b178375-452e-4a9a-b4ab-b313d1d8c81b)

    Not corrected
  3. Medium-High riskStandard 426/22/2026

    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 Record Keeping [SR] Comments: Multiple children did not have current up to date student health records on file. Compliance Comments Provider stated 78 children currently enrolled. Due: 7/10/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-06-22. View official inspection document (report 5b178375-452e-4a9a-b4ab-b313d1d8c81b)

    Not corrected
  4. High riskStandard 456/22/2026

    45. Background Screening Documents CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 (45-01)

    A complete CF-FSP Form 5131, Background Screening and Personnel File Requirements, was not on file for all employees. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1, A Record Keeping [SR] Comments: Personnel files did not have completed 5131 forms. Provider corrected this requirement during the inspection with licensing counselor by completing the 5131 forms. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-06-22. View official inspection document (report 5b178375-452e-4a9a-b4ab-b313d1d8c81b)

    Corrected at inspection
  5. Medium riskStandard 333/5/2026

    33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 (33-01)

    Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the 40 hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement. CCF Handbook Section 4.2.1 Comments: Staff listed on the Supplemental did not complete the 40 hours within 15 months of industry start. Staff will not be back in a classroom unless 40 hours have been completed. Staff is normally the cook but was needed in the classroom for a few minutes due to regular teacher needing to step out. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-05. View official inspection document (report fd0e1637-a363-4dc3-ac98-0cfb13973957)

    Corrected at inspection

2025

  1. Medium-High riskStandard 2311/18/2025

    23. (23-02)

    The facility did not have a current and approved annual fire safety inspection by the local fire authority. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, A (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: Facilty did not have an approved annual fire inspection. Last inspection was 11/14/24. Inspection is scheduled for 11/26/25. Unless statutorily exempted, all child care facilities must conform to state standards adopted by the State Fire Marshal, Chapter 69A-36, F.A.C., Uniform Standards for Life Safety and Fire Prevention in Child Care Facilities. A copy of the current and approved annual fire inspection report completed by a certified fire inspector must be on file with the licensing authority. If the program is granted a fire inspection exemption by the local fire inspection office, the exemption must be documented and maintained on file at the program. FOOD AND NUTRITION 24. Food Preparation Area CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Due: 12/18/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-11-18. View official inspection document (report 002af082-5de1-4682-9f67-346457ef0aae)

    Not corrected
  2. Medium-High riskStandard 3311/18/2025

    33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 CCF Handbook, Section 4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (33-06)

    The facility did not have documentation to show completion of a Department approved five-hour early literacy and language development course for child care personnel within 12 months of date of employment in child care industry and/or the early literacy course documentation was not uploaded in the Florida Pathways/Registry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.2 and 4.5, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Comments: Staff listed on the Supplemental did not complete literacy within 12 months of industry start. Pursuant to Section 402.305(2)(e)5., F.S., all child care personnel must complete a single course of training in early literacy and language development of children ages birth through five years that is a minimum of five clock hours or .5 CEUs. Early literacy training must be completed within 12 months of date of employment in the child care industry. Proof of completion may be documented on a certificate of course completion, classroom transcript, or diploma. Child care personnel must complete one of the following: A. One of the Departments online literacy courses available on the Departments website. B. One of the Departments approved literacy courses. A list of these courses can be obtained from the Departments website. (No additional courses will be approved by the Department.) C. One college level early literacy course (for credit or non-credit) if taken within the last five years. Due: 12/18/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-11-18. View official inspection document (report 002af082-5de1-4682-9f67-346457ef0aae)

    Not corrected
  3. High riskStandard 133/26/2025

    13. Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons CCF Handbook, Section 3.2 (13-03)

    Harmful items including cleaning supplies, flammable products, poisonous, toxic, and hazardous materials were accessible to children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B Physical Environment [SR] Comments: Clorox wipes and sanitizing spray were under the hand washing sinks in the 2 and 3 year old classrooms. The safety locks are broken. Family services counselor recommended storing cleaning supplies on top shelf above hand washing sink. Staff moved cleaning supplies out of children's reach. All potentially harmful items, including cleaning supplies, flammable products, poisonous, toxic, and hazardous materials, must be labeled and used according to manufacturers recommendation. These items, as well as knives, sharp tools, and other potentially dangerous hazards, must be stored in a locked area or must be inaccessible and out of a childs reach at all times. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-03-26. View official inspection document (report 8187b690-76d1-4f6a-9ef8-fd9560fc8dc4)

    Not corrected

2024

  1. Medium-High riskStandard 1711/7/2024

    17. (17-01)

    The facilitys outdoor play area contained litter, nails, glass or other hazards that posed a low potential for harm to children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: Several areas of the fence have overgrowth of trees coming through the fence. The outdoor play area must be clean and free from litter, nails, glass and other hazards. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-11-07. View official inspection document (report 86e2b142-93d1-4e06-8e6b-78843fe49378)

    Not corrected

Safety & Compliance Analysis

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

11Total Violations
4Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

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$973/month

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About this daycare

  • Location: PANAMA CITY BEACH, BAY County
  • Capacity: 95
  • Type: Child Care Facility

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