Smiley's Childcare Home Llc
PANAMA CITY, FL·Large Family Child Care HomeLicensed
Contact information
Address8147 Betty Louise Dr, Panama City FL, 32404
CountyBAY
Phone8502150678
Operating details
HoursMon 6:00AM to 6:00PM; Tue 6:00AM to 6:00PM; Wed 6:00AM to 6:00PM; Thu 6:00AM to 6:00PM; Fri 6:00AM to 6:00PM
Capacity12
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 3/2/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High1
- Medium-High3
- Medium0
- Medium-Low2
- Low0
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8147 Betty Louise Dr, Panama City FL, 32404, PANAMA CITY, FL 32404
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Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 3/2/2026
- High1
- Medium-High2
- Medium0
- Medium-Low1
- Low0
2026
- Medium-High riskStandard 153/2/2026
15. (15-03)
A health and safety deficiency having a low potential for harm to the children in care was observed. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.6, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR] Comments: During the inspection of the outside play area there were 3 active ant hills. Provider treated prior to children using the play area. Not Applicable Comments No swimming pool on the premises. 16. Swimming Pools FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.7 FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.7 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Applicable 17. Appropriate, Safe and Sanitary Bedding FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.8 FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.8 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 18. Vermin/Pest Control FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.9 FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.9 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 19. Toys, Furnishings, Equipment and Plumbing FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.10 FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.10 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Compliance Comments Smoke detector tested during the inspection. Fire extinguisher date complaint with licensing standards. 20. Smoke Detector, Fire Extinguisher, Telephone, Lighting, Temperature and Ventilation FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Sections 7.11 & 7.12 FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Sections 7.11 & 7.12 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Compliance Comments Food service inspection conducted. Breakfast, lunch and snack provided by facility. 21. Nutritious Meals and Snacks Provided FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, 7.13 & 7.14 FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, 7.13 & 7.14 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-02. View official inspection document (report 0f68ad2d-8c33-40ae-8d86-c107edeb70da)
Corrected at inspection
2025
- High riskStandard 072/26/2025
07. (07-02)
Required background screening was missing for: [ adult or household, juvenile family members 12 and older (an FDLE check)]. 402.313(3) F.S. (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Large Family [SR] Comments: During the file review, counselor observed that all AHHMs did not have a completed screening in The Clearinghouse, and juvenile family household member 12 and older did not have a juvenile records check on file. T/A: Background Screening Initial Screening Operators, household members (adults and children 12 to 17 years of age), substitutes, volunteers and Large Family Child Care Home employees must have a level 2 background screening clearance from the Department prior to obtaining a license, residing in the home, employment, or volunteering unsupervised with children. The employer/owner/operator must review each employment application to assess the relevancy of any issue uncovered by the complete background screening, including any arrest, pending criminal charge, or conviction, and must use this information in employment decisions in accordance with state laws. Household members aged 12 to 17 years must complete a Juvenile Records Check with FDLE. Providers may use the public portal to request certified State of Florida criminal history juvenile record checks from this link: View official inspection document Provider will complete BGS in the Clearinghouse for AHHMs, and a juvenile records check for any household members aged 12 to 17 years of age. Compliance Comments Staff training monitored and updated in CARES2. 08. Staff Training FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 5 FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 5 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 09. Supervision FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 6 FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 6 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance HEALTH REQUIREMENTS Compliance Comments Documentation received and filed. 10. Animal Vaccinations FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.1 FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.1 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 11. Toxic, Hazardous Materials and Harmful Items FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.2 FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.2 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Compliance Comments Provider states no smoking on the premises. 12. Smoking on Premises FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.3 FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.3 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 13. Firearms and Weapons FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.4 FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 14. Indoor Play Areas FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.5 FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.5 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 15. Outdoor Time, Fencing, and Play Area Requirements FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.6 FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.6 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-02-26. View official inspection document (report b966d8d9-7777-4d0e-95ee-955315532988)
Not corrected
2024
- Medium-High riskStandard 229/6/2024
22. Hygiene and Sanitation FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.15 & 7.16 (22-16)
Bottles and/or sippy cups were not labeled with the childs first and last name FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.15, G Health Requirements [SR] Comments: During the in home inspection, counselor observed that bottles brought from home were not labeled. T/A: Hygiene and Sanitation Sippy cups or bottles brought from home shall be individually labeled with the childs first and last name and returned to the custodial parent or legal guardian daily. Corrected- during the inspection, staff member labeled bottles. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-09-06. View official inspection document (report e98d3f16-d3dc-48fb-8459-d40f6a0702d8)
Not corrected - Medium-Low riskStandard 349/6/2024
34. Enrollment Information/ Daily Attendance FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.3 & 8.4 (34-11)
The home did not maintain documentation that the parent(s) or legal guardian(s) of each child were provided information regarding the potential for distracted adults to fail to drop off a child and leave them in the car annually during the months of April and September in that [provider was not able to provide confirmation that parents were provided information]. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.3, G Children's Records [SR] Comments: During file review, counselor observed that provider did not have confirmation that parents were provided information regarding distracted adults. T/A: Enrollment Information Annually, during the months of April and September, the operator must provide parents with information regarding the potential for distracted parents to fail to drop off a child at the family day care home or the large family child care home and instead leave them in the adults vehicle upon arrival at the adults destination.CF/PI 175-12, brochure, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(x), F.A.C. and may be obtained from the Departments website at www.myflfamilies.com/childcare. Corrected - provider is aware of the requirement for providing parents information on distracted adult and will provide parent notification in the months of April and September. ENFORCEMENT Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-09-06. View official inspection document (report e98d3f16-d3dc-48fb-8459-d40f6a0702d8)
Not corrected
Safety & Compliance Analysis
This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.
(Past 6 Months)
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Estimated monthly cost
$1,085/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: PANAMA CITY, BAY County
- Capacity: 12
- Type: Large Family Child Care Home
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