The Shepherd's School, Inc.
PAHOKEE, FL·Child Care FacilityLicensed
Contact information
Address1800 Bacom Point Rd, Pahokee FL, 33476
CountyPALM BEACH
Phone5619249578
Operating details
HoursMon 7:55AM to 2:55PM; Tue 7:55AM to 2:55PM; Wed 7:55AM to 2:55PM; Thu 7:55AM to 2:55PM; Fri 7:55AM to 2:55PM
Capacity42
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 3/30/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High2
- Medium-High6
- Medium15
- Medium-Low1
- Low0
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1800 Bacom Point Rd, Pahokee FL, 33476, PAHOKEE, FL 33476
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Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 3/30/2026
- High1
- Medium-High3
- Medium4
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2026
- Medium riskStandard 183/30/2026
18. Premises Clean/Sanitary/in Good Repair (Article X.A) (18-07)
Evidence of current insect infestation was observed. Comments: Observed one of facility bus with the tag #X2138E there was live / dead roaches with eggs on the bus. Please be advised to ensure the facility bus is clean and free of insects. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-30. View official inspection document (report 6af63069-1061-4c6b-80e2-e8e60d7895fe)
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 153/30/2026
15. Floor, Walls, and Ceiling Good Repair (Article X.A) (15-02)
The wall in the [PRE-K] room was not in good repair as evidenced by [peeling paint]. Comments: Observe peeling paint on the hunter green wall in the pre-K classroom. Due: 4/14/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-30. View official inspection document (report 6af63069-1061-4c6b-80e2-e8e60d7895fe)
Not corrected
2025
- Medium-High riskStandard 2910/21/2025
29. Fire Extinguisher (Article X.A and F; 69A-36, FAC) (29-02)
The fire extinguisher did not have a tag or label to show it had been serviced annually. Comments: The fire extinguisher on bus tag X2138E was last serviced in August 2024 according to it's tag TA: Fire extinguishers must be serviced annually Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-10-21. View official inspection document (report 9312886f-31f9-42c4-bbb5-ca56b50d5b57)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 757/23/2025
75. Physical Examination (Form 3040) (Article XV.C) (75-04)
The facility did not have a current (valid for two years) Form 3040, Student Health Examination, on file. Comments: Child KL physical expired 1/4/25 Due: 8/25/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-07-23. View official inspection document (report 48b458a0-bbdb-4a53-a564-45c8bd1fdb6c)
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 667/23/2025
66. Training Requirements (Articles VI and XV.D; 65C-22 F.A.C.) (66-02)
The successful completion of the 40-hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement was not recorded on the Department's training transcript for staff. Comments: Staff member Sandy Fountain is has not successfully completed the Part I 40 hour training or the Part II 10 hour training per her DCF transcript. TA: All staff must have this training completed within 15 months of starting employment Due: 8/25/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-07-23. View official inspection document (report 48b458a0-bbdb-4a53-a564-45c8bd1fdb6c)
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 317/23/2025
31. Play Equipment (Article X.A, and H) (31-05)
The facility had no system for completing routine checks of equipment that included all supports above and below ground, all connectors, and moving parts. Comments: At the time of inspection, there was no routine check of playground equipment as evidenced by no playground checklist forms. TA: The playground must be checked daily before children use the playground. Due: 8/25/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-07-23. View official inspection document (report 48b458a0-bbdb-4a53-a564-45c8bd1fdb6c)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 317/23/2025
31. Play Equipment (Article X.A, and H) (31-04)
The facility failed to maintain the ground cover/other protective surface under the [swings and slides] to reduce the incidence of injuries to children in the event of falls. Comments: At the time of the inspection, the mulch beneath the slides measured 3 inches deep TA: Mulch in all fall zones must be at least six inches deep. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-07-23. View official inspection document (report 48b458a0-bbdb-4a53-a564-45c8bd1fdb6c)
Not corrected
2024
- High riskStandard 809/10/2024
80. Vehicle/Child Restraint (Article XVII.A and B) (80-02)
The vehicle(s) used by the facility to transport children did not have the wording "Caution Transporting Children" in six- to eight-inch letters on the back panel. Comments: Observed The back of the facility bus , The bus did not have the wording "Caution Transporting Children" . The tag #X6844C Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-09-10. View official inspection document (report f758e255-c00b-4fef-8f3e-4a24e3ebe5ac)
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
$1,063/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: PAHOKEE, PALM BEACH County
- Capacity: 42
- Type: Child Care Facility
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