Gertrude Walden Child Care Center, Inc.

STUART, FLChild Care FacilityLicensed

4.4based on state inspection data
Capacity183
HoursMon 7:00AM to 5:30PM; Tue 7:00AM to 5:30PM; Wed 7:00AM to 5:30PM; Thu 7:00AM to 5:30PM; Fri 7:00AM to 5:30PM
Est. price$1,009/mo

Contact information

Address601 SE Lake St, Stuart FL, 34994

CitySTUART, FL 34994

CountyMARTIN

Phone7722836321

Operating details

HoursMon 7:00AM to 5:30PM; Tue 7:00AM to 5:30PM; Wed 7:00AM to 5:30PM; Thu 7:00AM to 5:30PM; Fri 7:00AM to 5:30PM

Capacity183

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 8/27/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High0
  • Medium-High1
  • Medium3
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

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Location

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601 SE Lake St, Stuart FL, 34994, STUART, FL 34994

Questions to ask on a tour

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  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. This is a large program - ask how children are grouped, how ratios are kept in each room, and how staff cover breaks
  4. Ask about teacher-to-child ratios and how supervision is maintained through the day

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 8/27/2025

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  • Medium-High1
  • Medium2
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

2025

  1. Medium-High riskStandard 398/27/2025

    39. Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation CCF Handbook, Section 6.3 & 6.4 (39-03)

    Child care personnel failed to document an accident or incident on the day that it occurred. CCF Handbook, Section 6.4, A Health Requirements [SR] Comments: It was revealed that the teacher was notified by the child that another child had bit him - the teacher did look for any injuries or bruising and states she saw none. She did not communicate with the parent that the child reported that this incident happened. An incident report was written the following school day, after the mother contacted the school with her concern of not being informed of the incident and that her child had a visible bite mark on his arm. The report was signed by staff and the parent 40. Medication CCF Handbook, Section 6.5 Not Monitored RECORD KEEPING 41. Immunization Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 Not Monitored 42. Student Health and Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 Not Monitored 43. Enrollment Information CCF Handbook, Section 7.3 & s. 402.3054(2), F.S. Not Monitored 44. Personnel Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 Not Monitored 45. Background Screening Documents CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 Not Monitored 46. Daily Attendance CCF Handbook, Section 7.5 Not Monitored ENFORCEMENT Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-08-27. View official inspection document (report c9b036a8-52f0-4c97-b8aa-abcb0a020f8c)

    Corrected at inspection

2024

  1. Medium riskStandard 3310/18/2024

    33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 (33-05)

    Child Care personnel, who were not in compliance with training requirements when they left the industry, did not complete required training and any new mandated training before returning to the industry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.3, B Training [SR] Comments: Standard # 33-05. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4: Two Childcare personnels, listed on the supplemental have not completed their Training on 10/18/24. Counselor provided technical assistance to the provider. 34. Credentialed Staff CCF Handbook, Section 4.6 & 4.7 Not Monitored HEALTH REQUIREMENTS 35. Communicable Disease Control CCF Handbook, Section 6.1 Not Monitored 36. CPR Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4 Not Monitored 37. First Aid Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4 and 6.2 Not Monitored 38. Emergency Telephone Numbers CCF Handbook, Section 6.3 Not Monitored 39. Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation CCF Handbook, Section 6.3 & 6.4 Not Monitored 40. Medication CCF Handbook, Section 6.5 Not Monitored RECORD KEEPING 41. Immunization Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 Not Monitored 42. Student Health and Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 Not Monitored 43. Enrollment Information CCF Handbook, Section 7.3 & s. 402.3054(2), F.S. Not Monitored 44. Personnel Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 Not Monitored 45. Background Screening Documents CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 Not Monitored 46. Daily Attendance CCF Handbook, Section 7.5 Not Monitored ENFORCEMENT 47. Access/Child Safety CCF Handbook, Section 8 Not Monitored Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-10-18. View official inspection document (report 08f905ac-3eb5-42b3-bc0b-bc7d5958e873)

    Not corrected
  2. Medium riskStandard 339/13/2024

    33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 (33-05)

    Child Care personnel, who were not in compliance with training requirements when they left the industry, did not complete required training and any new mandated training before returning to the industry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.3, B Training [SR] Comments: The facility have staffs who did not complete the 40-hour introductory Child Care training before return to the industry. Kathelynn Telkamp started training on 1/20/2021 Juana Ordonez Lacan started training on 1/15/2020 Provided Technical Assistance. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-09-13. View official inspection document (report e1a5b4b5-ab49-4b92-8faa-42c55833989a)

    Not corrected

Safety & Compliance Analysis

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

4Total Violations
0Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

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Estimated monthly cost

$1,009/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: STUART, MARTIN County
  • Capacity: 183
  • Type: Child Care Facility

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