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The Learning Castle Academy

Licensed
10Elevated Risk

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1 finding on file carries no severity classification and was scored at the moderate middle weight.

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5.0(1)Yelp(0)Claimed on Google
VPKSchool Readiness
Center-based

On record in Florida.

10265 Normandy Blvd, Jacksonville FL, 32221

Ages
6 wks – 5 yrs
Hours
6:30AM to 6:00PM
Licensed for
23 children
Subsidies
Accepted

Hours

On the state licence record

6:30AM to 6:00PM

Monday through Friday

Listed on Google

Mon
6:30 AM–6 PM
Tue
6:30 AM–6 PM
Wed
6:30 AM–6 PM
Thu
6:30 AM–6 PM
Fri
6:30 AM–6 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 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 Learning Castle 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

The public record

License number
C04DU1443
License status
Licensed
License type
Child Care Facility
Licensed capacity
23 children
Address
10265 Normandy Blvd, Jacksonville FL, 32221
County
Duval County
Website
Not listed
License issued
October 8, 2021
License expires
October 7, 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.

0 clean inspections · 8 with findings in the last 8

  1. FindingMay '23

    May 31, 2023

    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 [Month of April and May.]. CCF Han… | 41-01: Child(ren) did not have a Florida Certification of Immunization (DH Form 680) or a Religious Exemption from Immunization (DH Form 681), on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1,… | 42-01: Child(ren) did not have a Student Health Examination/DH (Form 3040), or an equivalent health statement on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2, C Record Keeping [SR] Comments C… | 43-10: The facility 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 an… | 44-05: A Volunteer Acknowledgement (Form CF-FSP 5217) wa

  2. FindingSep '23

    Sep 22, 2023

    03-01: A ratio of [3] child care personnel for [14] children is required. A ratio of [2] child care personnel for [14] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. (Section 3, numbers 1 9) General Requirements … | 30-14: Diaper changing procedure was not posted in the changing area and/or was not followed. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, L Comments Counselor observed that facility did not have diaper changing procedures… | 41-01: Child(ren) did not have a Florida Certification of Immunization (DH Form 680) or a Religious Exemption from Immunization (DH Form 681), on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1,…

  3. FindingDec '23

    Dec 1, 2023

    04-05: Child care personnel were not within sight and hearing of all the children during nap time. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4.2 General Requirements [SR] Comments Family Services Counselor reviewed 5 camera f… | 11-03: Child care personnel did not comply with the facility's written disciplinary and expulsion policies. CCF Handbook, Section 2.8, B General Requirements [SR] Comments Counselor observed through video fo… | 12-07: A safety deficiency having a moderate potential for harm to the children in care was observed. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 Physical Environment [SR] Comments Child care personnel was observed in a video… | 18-02: The bedding available was not safe and poses a threat to the health, safety or well-being of a child in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1 Physical Environment [SR] Comments Counselor observed a child … | 20-06: Child/ren were placed in a crib, playpen, play ya

  4. FindingJan '24

    Jan 3, 2024

    46-07: The attendance roster did not accompany the group of children in that [it was missing, not available or made up yet for the new year.].CCF Handbook, Section 7.5, A Comments Counselor observed the clas…

  5. FindingAug '24

    Aug 29, 2024

    23-08: The written record of the fire drills was incomplete and did not include the following:[Fire drill log was not completed for the month of July. ]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.4, C (Section 2.1 - Health …

  6. FindingMay '25

    May 8, 2025

    03-01: A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [4] children is required. A ratio of [2] child care personnel for [10] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General… | 42-01: Child(ren) did not have a Student Health Examination/DH (Form 3040), or an equivalent health statement on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety…

  7. FindingSep '25

    Sep 15, 2025

    {"kind":"clean","note":"No violation language detected in report."}

  8. FindingMay '26

    May 14, 2026

    Child care personnel did not complete 40-hour training.

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.

How the reviews split

The 5.0 average comes from 1 Google reviews. An average hides whether opinion is consistent or divided, so the spread is shown too.

  • 5 star1
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  • 3 star0
  • 2 star0
  • 1 star0

Questions parents ask about The Learning Castle Academy

Is The Learning Castle Academy a licensed child care provider in Florida?

Yes. The Learning Castle Academy holds Florida DCF licence C04DU1443, currently listed as "Licensed" by the Department of Children and Families, first licensed on October 8, 2021. Confirm current standing with DCF before enrolling.

Does The Learning Castle Academy offer free VPK?

Yes. The Learning Castle 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.

Does The Learning Castle Academy accept School Readiness subsidies?

Yes. The DCF record shows The Learning Castle 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.

What are The Learning Castle Academy's hours?

Weekday hours listed on its Google business profile are 6:30 AM–6 PM. Listings change, so call ahead to confirm.

How many children can The Learning Castle Academy care for?

The Learning Castle Academy is licensed for up to 23 children. Licensed capacity is a legal maximum, not current availability or enrollment.

Has The Learning Castle Academy had any licensing violations?

Florida DCF has recorded 16 inspections at The Learning Castle Academy, 8 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.