The Way Christian Academy
ExemptWhat this score could check
Verified evidence places this provider between 5 and 21. The badge shows the floor: the score the public record can defend.
- State inspection history
- Accreditation
- Profile details
- Parent reviews: not checked
- No parent reviews on file yet, so this category is excluded from the score.
- Staff qualifications: not checked
- Staff qualification data is not yet available for this provider.
- Enforcement actions: not checked
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1 finding on file carries no severity classification and was scored at the moderate middle weight.
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On record in Florida.
135 Chaffee Rd S, Jacksonville FL, 32220
- Ages
- 6 wks – 5 yrs
- Hours
- 6:30AM to 6:00PM
- Licensed for
- 74 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 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 Way Christian 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
- Full Day
- Infant Care
The public record
- License number
- X04DU0048
- License status
- Exempt
- License type
- Child Care Facility
- Licensed capacity
- 74 children
- Address
- 135 Chaffee Rd S, Jacksonville FL, 32220
- County
- Duval County
- Phone
- +19046950531
- Website
- Not listed
- License issued
- June 15, 2006
- License expires
- August 14, 2026
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Inspection record
Individual inspection visits as recorded by Department of Children and Families, Office of Child Care Regulation, shown as reported.
0 clean inspections · 6 with findings in the last 6
FindingMar '24
Mar 28, 2024
33-06: Documentation of an accident or incident was insufficient in that it did not include the [A signature line for parent to sign]. (Section 15.1, number 3) Health Requirements [SR] Comments A Incident/Ac…
FindingMar '24
Mar 28, 2024
33-06: Documentation of an accident or incident was insufficient in that it did not include the [A signature line for parent to sign acknowledging receipt.]. (Section 15.1, number 3) Health Requirements [SR]…
FindingFeb '25
Feb 13, 2025
17-05: The facilitys outdoor play space was not enclosed with fencing or walls a minimum of 4 feet in height. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, F Physical Environment [SR] Comments Licensing Specialist observed the… | 17-06: The facilitys fencing walls or gate area had gaps that could allow children to exit the outdoor play area. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, F Physical Environment [SR] Comments Licensing Specialist observed… | 18-06: The floor mats available for children in care were not covered with an impermeable surface. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1, D Physical Environment [SR] Comments Licensing Specialist observed more than 5 … | 32-07: The ground cover or other protective surface under the [slide, monkey bars, jungle gym ] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments Licensing Specialist o… | 39-05: The label on the prescription medication did not
FindingMar '25
Mar 27, 2025
44-02: Documentation of Level 2 Clearinghouse screening clearance was missing for child care personnel. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1,C Record Keeping [SR] Comments Licensing Specialist observed a missing leve…
FindingJun '25
Jun 12, 2025
44-07: Background screening was not completed: [ after a 90-day break in service.] CCF Handbook, Section 5.2 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comments Specialist observed a personn…
FindingFeb '26
Feb 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
Consider before choosing
- Licensing: License status: Exempt
Questions parents ask about The Way Christian Academy
Is The Way Christian Academy a licensed child care provider in Florida?
- No. The Florida Department of Children and Families lists The Way Christian Academy as "Exempt", which means it operates without a DCF child care licence rather than under one. Exempt providers remain on the DCF public record under record number X04DU0048, and Florida still requires background screening of their staff, but they are not licensed and are not inspected on the same schedule. Confirm current standing with DCF before enrolling.
Does The Way Christian Academy offer free VPK?
- Yes. The Way Christian 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 The Way Christian Academy a Gold Seal provider?
- Yes. The Way Christian Academy holds Florida's Gold Seal Quality Care designation, which requires accreditation by a DCF-approved accrediting association in good standing.
Does The Way Christian Academy accept School Readiness subsidies?
- Yes. The DCF record shows The Way Christian 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 Way Christian 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 Way Christian Academy care for?
- The Way Christian Academy is licensed for up to 74 children. Licensed capacity is a legal maximum, not current availability or enrollment.
Has The Way Christian Academy had any licensing violations?
- Florida DCF has recorded 9 inspections at The Way Christian Academy, 6 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.
