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Verified evidence places this provider between 10 and 26. The badge shows the floor: the score the public record can defend.
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On record in Florida.
9220 Baymeadows Park Dr, Jacksonville FL, 32256
- Ages
- 6 wks – 5 yrs
- Hours
- 6:30AM to 6:30PM
- Licensed for
- 155 children
- Subsidies
- Accepted
Hours
On the state licence record
6:30AM to 6:30PM
Monday through Friday
Hours change without the licence record changing. Call before you plan a drop-off around these times.
Ages and programs
Reported to Department of Children and Families, Office of Child Care Regulation by La Petite Academy 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
- Half Day
- Infant Care
- Transportation
The public record
- License number
- C04DU0255
- License status
- Licensed
- License type
- Child Care Facility
- Licensed capacity
- 155 children
- Address
- 9220 Baymeadows Park Dr, Jacksonville FL, 32256
- County
- Duval County
- Phone
- +19047312795
- Website
- Not listed
- License issued
- June 30, 1991
- License expires
- June 29, 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.
0 clean inspections · 8 with findings in the last 8
FindingMar '24
Mar 22, 2024
04-01: Supervision of children in the [Mixed age group of 3,4 & 5 year old and school children, and the mixed age group of 2 & 3 year old] group was inadequate in that [multiple children were observed climbi… | 12-01: Areas of the facility were found to be in need of cleaning. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A Physical Environment [SR] Comments Counselor observed the facilitys environment during inspection. Counselor ob…
FindingJun '24
Jun 3, 2024
04-01: Supervision of children in the [mixed age group of 3,4,5 year old, mixed age group of 2,3,4 year old, mixed age group of 2,3,4,5 year old] group was inadequate in that [multiple children were climbing… | 05-04: The facility's transportation log did not include [ time of arrival, signature of driver, signature of second child care personnel or person(s) authorized by provider, dates that driver and secondary … | 07-04: The facility did not have documentation of an annual vehicle inspection for a vehicle used to transport children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4, A (Section 6.1, number 1) General Requirements [S…
FindingDec '24
Dec 6, 2024
39-04: Child care personnel failed to share the accident/incident form with the custodial parent/ legal guardian or the individual authorized to pick up child on the day that the incident occurred. CCF Handb…
FindingFeb '25
Feb 5, 2025
05-05: Upon arrival at the destination, it was determined that the driver of the vehicle, or assigned child care personnel, failed to mark each child off the log as children departed the vehicle. CCF Handboo… | 17-01: The facilitys outdoor play area contained litter, nails, glass or other hazards that posed a low potential for harm to children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A Physical Environment [SR] Comments Licensi… | 23-06: During the facilitys licensure year, fire drills utilizing the approved alarm system were not conducted monthly at various dates and times when children were in care [for the months of November, Decem… | 47-08: Child care personnel misrepresented information, impersonated, or provided fraudulent information related to the child care facility to a parent/guardian, licensing authority, or law enforcement. s. 4…
FindingJun '25
Jun 3, 2025
33-03: The facility did not have documentation to show child care personnel had begun the introductory training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.1 (Section 2.1…
FindingAug '25
Aug 8, 2025
12-09: There was evidence or the presence of rodent or vermin observed in the facility. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A Physical Environment [SR] Comments During the interviews, a rodent/rat came out of the foo… | 19-04: The nap/sleep space was under furniture or against furniture that created a hazard. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.2, D Physical Environment [SR] Comments Licensing Specialist reviewed a written warning fo…
FindingJan '26
Jan 28, 2026
Insufficient staff-to-child ratio and facility not in good repair.
FindingJun '26
Jun 3, 2026
No violations were cited.
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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)
- Affordability: Accepts School Readiness funding
Points to verify
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From Yelp
Recent parent reviews
The 3 most recent of 9 Yelp reviews. Scroll for the rest of them.
- Yelp
My son just started here and i recommend it. although they don't tell you about the summer program extra charge. you can watch your child with the class...
S J.May 27, 2026 - Yelp
My son has been here for 9 months (starting at 3.5 months). It's hard to leave your baby at such an early age, but having the cameras and getting picture...
Chelsea N.Oct 28, 2025 - Yelp
AMAZING Teachers and Staff! My daughter LOVES Ms.Dee and Ms. Jay! Ms. Toya always helps me with my daughter hair! My son LOVES Ms. Sara and Ms....
Eva H.Sep 29, 2025
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Questions parents ask about La Petite Academy
Is La Petite Academy a licensed child care provider in Florida?
- Yes. La Petite Academy holds Florida DCF licence C04DU0255, currently listed as "Licensed" by the Department of Children and Families, first licensed on June 30, 1991. Confirm current standing with DCF before enrolling.
Does La Petite Academy offer free VPK?
- Yes. La Petite Academy 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 La Petite Academy a Gold Seal provider?
- Yes. La Petite Academy holds Florida's Gold Seal Quality Care designation, which requires accreditation by a DCF-approved accrediting association in good standing.
Does La Petite Academy accept School Readiness subsidies?
- Yes. The DCF record shows La Petite Academy participates in Florida's School Readiness program, so families approved for child care assistance through their local Early Learning Coalition may be able to use it here.
How many children can La Petite Academy care for?
- La Petite Academy is licensed for up to 155 children. Licensed capacity is a legal maximum, not current availability or enrollment.
Has La Petite Academy had any licensing violations?
- Florida DCF has recorded 28 inspections at La Petite Academy, 14 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.
