Ephesus Christian Child Care Center
WEST PALM BEACH, FL·Child Care FacilityLicensed
Contact information
Address1400 Palm Beach Lakes Blvd, West Palm Beach FL, 33401
CountyPALM BEACH
Phone5618329786
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
Capacity100
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 10/20/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High2
- Medium-High9
- Medium11
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
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Location
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1400 Palm Beach Lakes Blvd, West Palm Beach FL, 33401, WEST PALM BEACH, FL 33401
Questions to ask on a tour
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- 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
- Ask about their illness policy and which symptoms require a child to stay home
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 10/20/2025
- High1
- Medium-High1
- Medium3
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2025
- High riskStandard 2810/20/2025
28. (28-06)
The facility did not have verification of a current and approved annual fire inspection. Inspection and approval was required as of [10/2/24]. 1. Ambulance 2. Fire 3. Police 4. Regional and National Poison Control 5. Florida Abuse Hotline 6. Palm Beach County Health Department (Section 14.2, number 1) Safety [SR] Comments: At time of inspection observed fire inspection that indicated that they had violation to corrected and fire inspector will return on 11/2/25, therefore this standard is not in compliance. Compliance Comments At time of inspection observe last service date 7/25. 29. Fire Extinguisher (Article X.A and F; 69A-36, FAC) (Article X.A and F; 69A-36, FAC) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 14 Fire Safety and Emergency Preparedness and Response, Pages 32-34) Compliance 30. Emergency Response Plan (Articles X.F and XV.E) (Articles X.F and XV.E) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 14 Fire Safety and Emergency Preparedness and Response, Pages Compliance 31. Play Equipment (Article X.A, and H) (Article X.A, and H) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 11 Equipment and Furnishings, Pages 26-27) Compliance Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-10-20. View official inspection document (report 47c1a493-c745-4016-9142-3ae3968ee73c)
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 1510/20/2025
15. (15-02)
The wall in the [bathroom] room was not in good repair as evidenced by [hole in wall with missing tile]. (Section 10, number 1) Physical Facility [SR] Comments: At time of inspection observed missing tile in the bathroom near the 3 yrs classroom, therefore this standard is not in compliance. 16. Storage (Article X.A and C) (Article X.A and C) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 12.4 Bedding and Linens, Page 29) Compliance Compliance Comments At time of inspection observed 4 water dispensers. 17. Water Fountains Per Licensed Capacity (Article X.A) (Article X.A) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 12 Health and Sanitation, Page 28) Compliance 18. Premises Clean/Sanitary/in Good Repair (Article X.A) (Article X.A) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10 Physical Environment, Pages 22-23) Compliance 19. Water System DEP/DOH Standards (Article X.A, 64E-8, 62-550 and 62-555, FAC) (Article X.A, 64E-8, 62-550 and 62-555, FAC) Compliance Due: 11/3/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-10-20. View official inspection document (report 47c1a493-c745-4016-9142-3ae3968ee73c)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 768/18/2025
76. Immunization Current (Form 680) (Article XV.C) (76-01)
The facility did not have a current Form 680, Florida Certificate of Immunization, or Form 681 on file. Childrens Records [SR] Comments: CAIRO WILLIAMS EXPIRED SHOTS 06-23-2025 MAJORIE ST. HALAIRE-EXPIRE 11-30-2024 Due: 8/29/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-08-18. View official inspection document (report 2c04a18c-7b1a-4cb7-a6e2-223c690be33d)
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 698/18/2025
69. 10-Hour Annual In-service (Article VI.G) (69-01)
The personnel record for staff did not include verification that ten hours of annual in-service training had been completed during the fiscal year ending June 30. Personnel Records [SR] Comments: ANDRE GRANT MISSING 5 IN SERVICE HROURS FOR 24/25 NICKESIA DAWSON NO INSERVICE FOR 24/25 Compliance Comments FRESSIA MEDINA GREENBAUM-08-11-2027 70. Sufficient Credentialed Staff - Credentialed Staff On-site - Minimum Time Met (Article VI. E and H; VIII.A) Compliance CHILDREN’S RECORDS Due: 8/29/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-08-18. View official inspection document (report 2c04a18c-7b1a-4cb7-a6e2-223c690be33d)
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 658/18/2025
65. Physical Examination (Article XV.D) (65-01)
The personnel record for staff did not include a current statement attesting that he/she was physically qualified to care for children. Comments: NICKESAIA DAWSON PHYSICAL AND TB ASSESMENT EXPIRED 07-12-2023-EXPIRED 07-12-2025 Due: 8/29/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-08-18. View official inspection document (report 2c04a18c-7b1a-4cb7-a6e2-223c690be33d)
Not corrected
Safety & Compliance Analysis
This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.
(Past 6 Months)
Parent Recommendations
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Estimated monthly cost
$922/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: WEST PALM BEACH, PALM BEACH County
- Capacity: 100
- Type: Child Care Facility
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