Leon County Schools - Buck Lake Elementary School - VPK Wrap
TALLAHASSEE, FL·Child Care FacilityLicensed
Contact information
Address1600 Pedrick Rd, Tallahassee FL, 32317
CountyLEON
Phone8504886133
Operating details
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 6/4/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
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1600 Pedrick Rd, Tallahassee FL, 32317, TALLAHASSEE, FL 32317
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Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 6/4/2026
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2026
- Medium-High riskStandard 326/4/2026
32. Outdoor Equipment CCF Handbook, Section 3.12 (32-07)
The ground cover or other protective surface under the [the stationary anchored down equipment] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments: The facility stationary and anchored down equipment on the VPK playground does not have 6inches of resilient surface. The LCS dept of Early learning and EDEP notifies me when the facility fall zones are delivered and to date, they have not notified me. 3.12 Outdoor Equipment D. Permanent or stationary playground equipment must have a fall/use zone that extends a minimum of 6 feet in all directions from the perimeter of the equipment. All types of ground cover must be maintained to provide resilience and reduce the incidence of injuries to children in the event of falls. 1. If the ground cover in place is loose ground cover (such as, but not limited to: mulch, shredded rubber chips, or sand) a minimum of 6 inches in depth is required in the use zone. Asphalt, concrete, hard packed dirt, hay, grass or leaves are unsuitable for use in the use zone area. TRAINING 33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 Not Monitored HEALTH REQUIREMENTS 34. Communicable Disease Control CCF Handbook, Section 6.1 Not Monitored 35. CPR Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4 Not Monitored 36. First Aid Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4 and 6.2 Not Monitored 37. Emergency Telephone Numbers CCF Handbook, Section 6.3 Not Monitored 38. Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation CCF Handbook, Section 6.3 & 6.4 Not Monitored 39. Medication CCF Handbook, Section 6.5 Not Monitored RECORD KEEPING 40. Immunization Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 Not Monitored 41. Student Health and Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 Not Monitored 42. Enrollment Information CCF Handbook, Section 7.3 & s. 402.3054(2), F.S. Not Monitored 43. Personnel Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 Not Monitored 44. Background Screening Documents CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 Not Monitored 45. Daily Attendance CCF Handbook, Section 7.5 Not Monitored Due: 7/6/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-06-04. View official inspection document (report b4d1f5d6-fc23-4f91-a05d-6381468cf484)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 123/24/2026
12. (12-18)
The facility did not have electrical outlet covers or the outlet covers were not in place. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, I (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: The classroom was missing 3 plug covers in the area where children were learning and playing. Corrected at time of inspection. 3.1 General Health and Safety Requirements I. All accessible electrical outlets must be tamper-resistant electrical outlets that contain internal shutter mechanisms to prevent children from sticking objects into receptacles. In settings that do not have tamper-resistant electrical outlets, outlets shall have safety covers. 13. Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons CCF Handbook, Section 3.2 CCF Handbook, Section 3.2 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 14. Lighting, Temperature, and Ventilation CCF Handbook, Section 3.3 CCF Handbook, Section 3.3 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 15. Licensed Capacity CCF Handbook , Section 3.4 CCF Handbook , Section 3.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-24. View official inspection document (report 6c718fe3-cf60-4ba1-8867-02910245c643)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 243/24/2026
24. (24-23)
The facilitys refrigerator and/or freezer does not have an appropriate thermometer. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, F.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR] Comments: The freezer at this facility does not have a thermometer in place. 3.9.2 Food Storage F. Refrigerators/freezers: 1. An accurate thermometer designed to measure cold storage temperature must be placed inside each refrigeration and freezer unit. Thermometers in refrigerators must show a reading of 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below, and thermometers in freezers must show a reading of 0 degrees Fahrenheit or below. The thermometer must be located in the center of the unit and be readily accessible. Thermometer temperature readings higher than specified above require further temperature testing of food samples stored in the unit using a probe type thermometer; and adjustments to the unit setting to reach and maintain the required readings must be made. Due: 4/24/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-24. View official inspection document (report 6c718fe3-cf60-4ba1-8867-02910245c643)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 323/24/2026
32. (32-07)
The ground cover or other protective surface under the [The stationary anchored down equipment ] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments: The facility stationary and anchored down equipment on the VPK playground does not have 6inches of resilient surface. 3.12 Outdoor Equipment D. Permanent or stationary playground equipment must have a fall/use zone that extends a minimum of 6 feet in all directions from the perimeter of the equipment. All types of ground cover must be maintained to provide resilience and reduce the incidence of injuries to children in the event of falls. 1. If the ground cover in place is loose ground cover (such as, but not limited to: mulch, shredded rubber chips, or sand) a minimum of 6 inches in depth is required in the use zone. Asphalt, concrete, hard packed dirt, hay, grass or leaves are unsuitable for use in the use zone area. TRAINING Due: 4/24/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-24. View official inspection document (report 6c718fe3-cf60-4ba1-8867-02910245c643)
Not corrected
Safety & Compliance Analysis
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Estimated monthly cost
$966/month
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About this daycare
- Location: TALLAHASSEE, LEON County
- Type: Child Care Facility
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