Temple Christian Pre-School

KEY WEST, FLChild Care FacilityLicensed

4.5based on state inspection data
Capacity45
HoursMon 7:30AM to 5:30PM; Tue 7:30AM to 5:30PM; Wed 7:30AM to 5:30PM; Thu 7:30AM to 5:30PM; Fri 7:30AM to 5:30PM
Est. price$1,121/mo

Contact information

Address5727 2nd Ave, Key West FL, 33040

CityKEY WEST, FL 33040

CountyMONROE

Phone3059165556

Operating details

HoursMon 7:30AM to 5:30PM; Tue 7:30AM to 5:30PM; Wed 7:30AM to 5:30PM; Thu 7:30AM to 5:30PM; Fri 7:30AM to 5:30PM

Capacity45

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 5/29/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High10
  • Medium-High3
  • Medium11
  • Medium-Low1
  • Low0

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5727 2nd Ave, Key West FL, 33040, KEY WEST, FL 33040

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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 staffing or training findings on its state record - ask about background checks, required training completion, and staff turnover
  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: 5/29/2026

  • High7
  • Medium-High0
  • Medium2
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

2026

  1. Medium riskStandard 175/29/2026

    17. Outdoor Play Area/Fencing CCF Handbook, Section 3.5 (17-03)

    The facility did not provide shade on the playground. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, C Physical Environment [SR] Comments: Licensing specialist observed the facility did not have shade on the playground. T.A. The outdoor play area must provide shade. Shade may be provided by trees, buildings, or structures Due: 6/29/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-05-29. View official inspection document (report 1095ddba-ce92-4a08-90a7-5a329cd47bd2)

    Not corrected
  2. Medium riskStandard 155/29/2026

    15. Licensed Capacity CCF Handbook , Section 3.4 (15-01)

    The facility is licensed to serve [13] children. A total of [17] children were counted at the center and/or were on a field trip. CCF Handbook , Section 3.4.1, C Physical Environment [SR] Comments: Licensing specialist observed a total of 17 children in a room where the capacity was 13. T.A. given to staff about splitting the group between this class and the green class in order to stay compliant with this standard. This was back into compliance when the remainder of the teachers arrived and children were placed in their designated rooms. T.A. The capacity, as calculated by the licensing authority, must be posted in a conspicuous location within each room. The licensed capacity of a child care program is determined by the following factors: 1. Indoor floor space 2. Outdoor square footage 3. Sewer/septic capacity (as determined by Environmental Health) 4. Number of toilets/wash basins Licensed capacity is determined by the most restrictive of these factors. The total number of children in care on-site and while on field trips may never exceed the facilitys licensed capacity. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-05-29. View official inspection document (report 1095ddba-ce92-4a08-90a7-5a329cd47bd2)

    Corrected at inspection
  3. High riskStandard 035/29/2026

    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 was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. General Requirements [SR] Comments: Licensing specialist observed 17 children ages 1 to 4 with 2 staff members present. this was brought back into ratio when another staff joined the room and then children were split back to their regular classrooms when the remainder of staff came in. T.A. 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. 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. 1 - 4 Year (1:6) 17 children 2 staff New ratio 1 - 4 Year (1:6) 17 children 3 staff Final Ratio 1 Year (1:6) 4 children 1 staff 2 - 3 Years (1:11) 6 children 1 staff 3 - 5 Years (1:15) 8 children 1 staff 10 children 1 staff Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-05-29. View official inspection document (report 1095ddba-ce92-4a08-90a7-5a329cd47bd2)

    Corrected at inspection

2025

  1. High riskStandard 456/6/2025

    45. Background Screening Documents CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 (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 Record Keeping [SR] Comments: Licensing specialist observed new staff not added to employee roster within 10 calendar day of hire. Fixed at the time of inspection when employee was added to roster. T.A. The employer/owner/operator must add child care personnel to their Employee/Contractor Roster in the Clearinghouse within 10 days of when the individual has received a child care eligible result and has been hired at the facility. Employer/owner/operator must add an end date for individuals on the Employee/Contractor Roster in the Clearinghouse within 10 days of the employment termination. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-06-06. View official inspection document (report 0e5d0fb9-ccb2-4375-b0ed-24250ebd51b1)

    Not corrected
  2. High riskStandard 456/6/2025

    45. Background Screening Documents CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 (45-06)

    The Child Care Attestation of Good Moral Character was not completed at the time of initial screening or upon change in employers. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1, B Record Keeping [SR] Comments: Licensing specialist observed the Child Care Attestation of Good Moral Character was not completed at the time of initial screening for new staff. Fixed at the time of inspection when document was printed and signed by staff. T.A. CF Form 1649A, Child Care Attestation of Good Moral Character, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(a), F.A.C., must be completed for all child care personnel at the time of initial screening or upon change in employers. CF Form 1649A may be obtained from the Departments website at www.myflfamilies.com/childcare. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-06-06. View official inspection document (report 0e5d0fb9-ccb2-4375-b0ed-24250ebd51b1)

    Not corrected
  3. High riskStandard 456/6/2025

    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: Licensing specialist observed CF-FSP Form 5131, Background Screening and Personnel File Requirements, was not on file for 1 new employee. Fixed at the time of inspection when staff printed out document and filled it out. T.A. Each personnel record must have a completed CF-FSP Form 5131, Background Screening and Personnel File Requirements, which is incorporated by reference in paragraph 65C-22.001(7)(b), F.A.C. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-06-06. View official inspection document (report 0e5d0fb9-ccb2-4375-b0ed-24250ebd51b1)

    Not corrected
  4. High riskStandard 446/6/2025

    44. Personnel Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 (44-04)

    The personnel/ volunteer (ten hours or more per month) record did not include a CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form signed annually. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, C Record Keeping [SR] Comments: Licensing specialist observed new staff did not have CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form on file. Fixed at the time of inspection when staff printed form and employee signed. T.A. CF-FSP Form 5337, Child Abuse & Neglect Reporting Requirements, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(l), F.A.C., must be signed on or before hire date and annually thereafter by all child care personnel. All 8 child care personnel records in the system were reviewed of which 3 were updated for compliance. 2 new personnel were hired since the last inspection as per the director and 2 removed. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-06-06. View official inspection document (report 0e5d0fb9-ccb2-4375-b0ed-24250ebd51b1)

    Not corrected
  5. High riskStandard 246/6/2025

    24. Food Preparation Area CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 (24-24)

    Frozen food was not [ labeled by date and type]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, F.2 and 3. Food and Nutrition [SR] Comments: Licensing specialist observed food in deep freezer that were not dated. Fixed at the time of inspection when food items were labeled. T.A. Food may be frozen prior to the expiration date, but when thawed, it must be labeled with the date it was removed from the freezer and discarded within seven calendar days. Frozen food must be labeled by date and type noted below and stored according to the following table: Food Item Months Bacon and sausage 1 to 2 months Casseroles 2 to 3 months Frozen dinner and entrees 3 to 4 months Ham, hot dogs, lunch meats 1 to 2 months Meat, uncooked 4 to 12 months Meat, uncooked ground 3 to 4 months Meat, cooked 2 to 3 months Poultry, cooked 4 months Soups and stews 2 to 3 months Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-06-06. View official inspection document (report 0e5d0fb9-ccb2-4375-b0ed-24250ebd51b1)

    Not corrected
  6. High riskStandard 452/21/2025

    45. Background Screening Documents CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 (45-02)

    Documentation of Level 2 Clearinghouse screening clearance was missing for child care personnel. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1,C Record Keeping [SR] Comments: Licensing specialist observed 1 new staff with no documentation of Level 2 Clearinghouse screening clearance, fixed at the time of inspection when staff left the building. T.A. Background screening documentation must be maintained for all child care personnel as defined by Section 402.302(3), F.S., which includes household members if the facility is located in or adjacent to the home of the operator. Background screening documentation must be on-site and available for the licensing authority to review. A copy of the eligible results, for the Level 2 screening, generated from the Clearinghouse must be on record for each personnel. If awaiting Out-of-State criminal history results, a copy of the DCF email informing of the individuals eligibility for a provisional hire status must be in the personnel file. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-02-21. View official inspection document (report a12d9984-464a-44de-8709-8aada470e816)

    Not corrected

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Safety & Compliance Analysis

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25Total Violations
3Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

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Estimated monthly cost

$1,121/month

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About this daycare

  • Location: KEY WEST, MONROE County
  • Capacity: 45
  • Type: Child Care Facility

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