1 / 8Kiddie Academy Of St Johns
LicensedWhat this score could check
Verified evidence places this provider between 68 and 85. The badge shows the floor: the score the public record can defend.
- State inspection history
- Parent reviews
- Accreditation
- Profile details
- Staff qualifications: not checked
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On record in Florida.
14975 Walden Springs Way, Jacksonville FL, 32258
- Ages
- 6 wks – 5 yrs
- Hours
- 6:30AM to 6:30PM
- Licensed for
- 177 children
Hours
On the state licence record
6:30AM to 6:30PM
Monday through Friday
Listed on Google
- Mon
- 6:30 AM–6:30 PM
- Tue
- 6:30 AM–6:30 PM
- Wed
- 6:30 AM–6:30 PM
- Thu
- 6:30 AM–6:30 PM
- Fri
- Closed
- Sat
- Closed
- Sun
- Closed
Hours change without the licence record changing. Call before you plan a drop-off around these times.
Amenities and accessibility
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
Reported on the provider's Google business listing, not verified by the state.
Ages and programs
Reported to Department of Children and Families, Office of Child Care Regulation by Kiddie Academy Of St Johns and published in the state licence record. Availability is not the same as licensing, so confirm openings directly.
Licensed to serve
- 6 wks – 5 yrs
Programs on record
- After School
- Before School
- Drop In
- Food Served
- Full Day
- Infant Care
- Transportation
The public record
- License number
- C04DU1530
- License status
- Licensed
- License type
- Child Care Facility
- Licensed capacity
- 177 children
- Address
- 14975 Walden Springs Way, Jacksonville FL, 32258
- County
- Duval County
- Phone
- +19046479186
- Website
- Not listed
- License issued
- January 3, 2024
- License expires
- January 2, 2027
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Verified Credentials
- Level 2 Background Checks
- CPR / First Aid Certified Staff
- Secure Entry System
- Continuous Video Monitoring (facilities only)
Minimums required by Florida DCF licensing for every Licensed Child Care Facility. Individual center audits may cover more than the list above.
Inspection record
Individual inspection visits as recorded by Department of Children and Families, Office of Child Care Regulation, shown as reported.
5 clean inspections · 1 with finding in the last 6
- CleanNov '23
- CleanMar '24
- CleanJul '24
- CleanDec '24
FindingApr '25
Apr 17, 2025
33-10: The facility did not have documented proof that child care personnel participating in the transportation of children were trained on safe transportation practices prior to participating in transportat…
- CleanApr '26
Click a finding pill to expand the summary. Fresh violations may show “Summary pending” while business profiles are being updated. Findings are summarized from the official inspection report published by Department of Children and Families, Office of Child Care Regulation.
What the record says
Provider highlights
Drawn from licensing flags published by the Department of Children and Families, Office of Child Care Regulation. Parent-review summaries will appear here once enough reviews have been collected.
Signals of care
Strengths
- Quality: Gold Seal accredited by the state
- Programs: Offers Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK)
Points to verify
Consider before choosing
Not enough signal recorded yet.
From Yelp
Recent parent reviews
The 3 most recent of 8 Yelp reviews. Scroll for the rest of them.
- Yelp
Kiddie academy deserves a five star!!! Words I cannot express how much I love this pre-school for my son. One of the best decision ever to enroll here. The...
Edie T.Oct 29, 2025 - Yelp
The infant classroom teachers have taken such good care of my babygirl. They've helped my mama heart transition into being away from my child. Our son now...
Kristen Z.Jul 31, 2025 - Yelp
Our daughter has been going to KA since the very beginning (about 2 was after they opened). They have always been amazing to work with and have taken...
Corrinna S.Sep 22, 2020
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How the reviews split
The 4.6 average comes from 51 Google reviews. An average hides whether opinion is consistent or divided, so the spread is shown too.
- 5 star45
- 4 star1
- 3 star0
- 2 star0
- 1 star5
Questions parents ask about Kiddie Academy Of St Johns
Is Kiddie Academy Of St Johns a licensed child care provider in Florida?
- Yes. Kiddie Academy Of St Johns holds Florida DCF licence C04DU1530, currently listed as "Licensed" by the Department of Children and Families, first licensed on January 3, 2024. Confirm current standing with DCF before enrolling.
Does Kiddie Academy Of St Johns offer free VPK?
- Yes. Kiddie Academy Of St Johns is on record with Florida DCF as a Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK) provider, so eligible 4-year-olds can attend the state-funded program here at no cost. Confirm current VPK enrollment with the provider.
Is Kiddie Academy Of St Johns a Gold Seal provider?
- Yes. Kiddie Academy Of St Johns holds Florida's Gold Seal Quality Care designation, which requires accreditation by a DCF-approved accrediting association in good standing.
What are Kiddie Academy Of St Johns's hours?
- Weekday hours listed on its Google business profile are 6:30 AM–6:30 PM. Listings change, so call ahead to confirm.
How many children can Kiddie Academy Of St Johns care for?
- Kiddie Academy Of St Johns is licensed for up to 177 children. Licensed capacity is a legal maximum, not current availability or enrollment.
Has Kiddie Academy Of St Johns had any licensing violations?
- Florida DCF has recorded 9 inspections at Kiddie Academy Of St Johns, 1 of which recorded at least one finding. Reports are published by the state and summarized as reported; a finding is a cited standard, not a judgment of overall quality.
