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St James Early Learning Center

Licensed
18Elevated Risk

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2.3(6)Yelp(0)
School ReadinessFaith-based
Center-based

On record in Florida.

219 E Johnson Ave, Pensacola FL, 32514

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

Hours

On the state licence record

6:00AM to 5:00PM

Monday through Friday

Listed on Google

Mon
6 AM–5 PM
Tue
6 AM–5 PM
Wed
6 AM–5 PM
Thu
6 AM–5 PM
Fri
6 AM–5 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 St James Early Learning Center 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
  • Food Served
  • Full Day
  • Infant Care
  • Transportation

The public record

License number
C01ES0303
License status
Licensed
License type
Child Care Facility
Licensed capacity
78 children
Address
219 E Johnson Ave, Pensacola FL, 32514
County
Escambia County
Website
Not listed
License issued
July 1, 2014
License expires
June 30, 2027

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.

3 clean inspections · 4 with findings in the last 7

  1. FindingFeb '23

    Feb 20, 2023

    24-21: Open packages of perishable or leftover foods were not [ labeled with date, properly covered or sealed]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, D Comments From the Child Care Facility Handbook, Section 3.9.2, D… | 24-23: The facilitys refrigerator and/or freezer does not have an appropriate thermometer. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, F.1 Comments From the Child Care Facility Handbook, Section 3.9.2, F.1 3.9.2 Food Stora… | 25-02: Children were provided food that was not age appropriate and/or posed a choking hazard. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, B & C Food and Nutrition [SR] Comments From the Child Care Facility Handbook, Secti… | 30-07: Items unrelated to diaper changing were stored in the diaper changing area or placed on the diaper changing table/surface. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, G Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments From t…

  2. CleanFeb '24
  3. CleanMay '24
  4. CleanOct '24
  5. FindingAug '25

    Aug 22, 2025

    25-04: Food served at the facility was not free from spoilage and contamination, and was not safe for eating as evidenced by [the oven not working properly at one time. ]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, D Food…

  6. FindingOct '25

    Oct 16, 2025

    03-01: A ratio of [2] child care personnel for [8] children is required. A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [8] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. General Requirements [SR] Comments On 10/22/2025… | 04-01: Supervision of children in the [all classes] group was inadequate in that [all teachers left their rooms. ]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 General Requirements [SR] Comments Licensing received knowledge f…

  7. FindingApr '26

    Apr 8, 2026

    40-01: A prescription or non-prescription medication, specifically [neosporin ointment ], was dispensed without written authorization from the custodial parent or legal guardian. CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, A…

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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

  • Affordability: Accepts School Readiness funding

Points to verify

Consider before choosing

Not enough signal recorded yet.

How the reviews split

The 2.3 average comes from 6 Google reviews. An average hides whether opinion is consistent or divided, so the spread is shown too.

  • 5 star2
  • 4 star0
  • 3 star0
  • 2 star0
  • 1 star4

Questions parents ask about St James Early Learning Center

Is St James Early Learning Center a licensed child care provider in Florida?

Yes. St James Early Learning Center holds Florida DCF licence C01ES0303, currently listed as "Licensed" by the Department of Children and Families, first licensed on July 1, 2014. Confirm current standing with DCF before enrolling.

Does St James Early Learning Center accept School Readiness subsidies?

Yes. The DCF record shows St James Early Learning Center 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 St James Early Learning Center's hours?

Weekday hours listed on its Google business profile are 6 AM–5 PM. Listings change, so call ahead to confirm.

How many children can St James Early Learning Center care for?

St James Early Learning Center is licensed for up to 78 children. Licensed capacity is a legal maximum, not current availability or enrollment.

Has St James Early Learning Center had any licensing violations?

Florida DCF has recorded 15 inspections at St James Early Learning Center, 4 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.