1 / 5The Elsie Academy, LLC
LicensedWhat this score could check
Verified evidence places this provider between 59 and 82. The badge shows the floor: the score the public record can defend.
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On record in Florida.
11265 Alumni Way, Jacksonville FL, 32246
- Ages
- 6 wks – 5 yrs
- Hours
- 7:30AM to 11:30PM
- Licensed for
- 88 children
- Subsidies
- Accepted
Hours
On the state licence record
7:30AM to 11:30PM
Monday through Sunday
Listed on Google
- Mon
- 7:30 AM–5:30 PM
- Tue
- 7:30 AM–5:30 PM
- Wed
- 7:30 AM–5:30 PM
- Thu
- 7:30 AM–5:30 PM
- Fri
- 7:30 AM–5:30 PM
- 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 The Elsie Academy, LLC 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
- Food Served
- Full Day
- Half Day
- Infant Care
- Weekend Care
The public record
- License number
- C04DU1486
- License status
- Licensed
- License type
- Child Care Facility
- Licensed capacity
- 88 children
- Address
- 11265 Alumni Way, Jacksonville FL, 32246
- County
- Duval County
- Phone
- +19046195590
- Website
- Not listed
- License issued
- December 11, 2023
- License expires
- December 10, 2026
This page republishes the public license record maintained by the Department of Children and Families, Office of Child Care Regulation. Fields marked "Not listed" are absent from the state's published data, not hidden. Verify current license status with the agency before enrolling.
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
- CleanDec '23
- CleanMar '24
- CleanJul '24
- CleanNov '24
FindingJul '25
Jul 16, 2025
33-07: Child care personnel, including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the required in-service training during the states fiscal year beginning July 1 and ending June 30. CCF … | 45-05: Employment history check did not include all required information including applicants, job title, description of regular duties, confirmation of employment dates, and level of job performance. CCF Ha…
- CleanMar '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
- Programs: Offers Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK)
- Affordability: Accepts School Readiness funding
Points to verify
Consider before choosing
Not enough signal recorded yet.
From Yelp
Recent parent reviews
The 3 most recent of 5 Yelp reviews. Scroll for the rest of them.
- Yelp
I had a first impression and it wasn't inviting. I was visiting and wanted to check out the facilities and was told to leave.
Joseph W.May 4, 2026 - Yelp
It is incredibly concerning to see this Academy remove a 2 year old from the school for biting-something that is widely recognized as developmentally normal...
Jane H.Apr 15, 2026 - Yelp
My kids are so happy here! I have never felt so comfortable leaving them with people outside my family!
Jasmine M.Apr 14, 2026
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Questions parents ask about The Elsie Academy, LLC
Is The Elsie Academy, LLC a licensed child care provider in Florida?
- Yes. The Elsie Academy, LLC holds Florida DCF licence C04DU1486, currently listed as "Licensed" by the Department of Children and Families, first licensed on December 11, 2023. Confirm current standing with DCF before enrolling.
Does The Elsie Academy, LLC offer free VPK?
- Yes. The Elsie Academy, LLC 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.
Does The Elsie Academy, LLC accept School Readiness subsidies?
- Yes. The DCF record shows The Elsie Academy, LLC 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.
What are The Elsie Academy, LLC's hours?
- Weekday hours listed on its Google business profile are 7:30 AM–5:30 PM. Listings change, so call ahead to confirm.
How many children can The Elsie Academy, LLC care for?
- The Elsie Academy, LLC is licensed for up to 88 children. Licensed capacity is a legal maximum, not current availability or enrollment.
Has The Elsie Academy, LLC had any licensing violations?
- Florida DCF has recorded 9 inspections at The Elsie Academy, LLC, 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.
