Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 1.47
- Local median
- 1.4
Kids First Learning Academy LLC
512 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Quincy, FL 32351
- License:
- C02GA0002
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 14, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, After School, Before School, Drop In, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 6:30AM to 5:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 88
- License expiration:
- October 12, 2026
Typical cost: $867 (Under 1)
Child’s age
$867/mo
Median daily rate: $40.00 (non-Gold Seal only)
Official Florida Division of Early Learning Gadsden County data.
Not this provider’s price.
Inspection snapshot
Questions worth asking
The available records raise questions worth asking before enrolling.
Next: Review the inspection history below and ask the provider what the records mean and what changed afterward.
Latest inspectionMay 26, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsApril 15, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 17 available inspections for Kids First Learning Academy LLC from January 11, 2023 through May 26, 2026.
Nine inspections recorded violations, with 25 recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on May 26, 2026 and involved facility condition.
Sleep safety was a higher-concern topic that showed up in one inspection.
The available reports do not include a later inspection with no recorded violations after that violation.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 17
- Recorded violations
- 25
- Higher-concern violations
- 4
- Repeated topics
- 3
4 in last 12 months
7 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
17 total inspections vs 15 local median in 32351
Compared to 21 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 18%
- Local median
- 23%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 53%
- Local median
- 50%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 3
- Local average
- 2.76
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Equipment or readiness
Appeared across 4 inspections, with 6 recorded violations.
January 8, 2024May 9, 2024January 6, 2025January 22, 2026Health or food records
Appeared across 4 inspections, with 6 recorded violations.
May 9, 2024January 6, 2025May 15, 2025August 28, 2025Facility condition
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 5 recorded violations.
May 15, 2025January 22, 2026May 26, 2026Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- The toileting facility did not have: [ paper towels or hand drying machines, soap] , and within the reach of children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.7, H (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- The facility director replaced the hand soap and paper towels in the childrens bathrooms. at the time of inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 21 - Restrooms and Bath Facilities
- Official code
- 21-14
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- A safety deficiency having a low potential for harm to the children in care was observed. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- The vent in the three-year-old class is hanging from the ceiling.
- Correction status
- Due by February 23, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-06
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- 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]
- Report comments
- The facility playground play shed had rusty nails sticking out of the structure, the playground was immediately closed. 3.5 Outdoor Play Area A. The outdoor play area must be clean and free from litter, nails, glass and other hazards.
- Correction status
- Due by February 23, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-01
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- The toileting facility did not have: [ paper towels or hand drying machines, soap] , and within the reach of children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.7, H Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- The facility did not have soap or paper towels in the facility children's restrooms. The owner had staff to put the necessary supplies in the restrooms. 3.7 Restrooms and Bath Facilities H. Running water, soap, trash receptacles, toilet paper, and disposable towels or hand drying machines that are properly installed and maintained must be available and within reach of children using the bathroom.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 21 - Restrooms and Bath Facilities
- Official code
- 21-14
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- Inspections were not conducted and documented monthly of all supports, above and below the ground, all connectors, and moving parts. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Report comments
- The facility last conducted a monthly environmental log on 09/20/2025. 3.12 Outdoor Equipment B. All playground equipment must be securely anchored, unless portable or stationary by design, in good repair, maintained in safe and sanitary condition, and placed to ensure safe use by the children. Maintenance must include inspections conducted every month of all supports above and below the ground and of all connectors and moving parts. Documentation of maintenance inspections must be maintained for 12 months.
- Correction status
- Due by February 23, 2026
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-04
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The ground cover or other protective surface under the [Swing ] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- The mulch under the swing was not 6 inches in depth it was measuring at 3 inches. 3.12 Outdoor Equipment D. Permanent or stationary playground equipment must have a fall/use zone that extends a minimum of 6 feet in all directions from the perimeter of the equipment. All types of ground cover must be maintained to provide resilience and reduce the incidence of injuries to children in the event of falls.
- Correction status
- Due by February 23, 2026
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-07
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Frozen food was not [ labeled by date and type]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, F.2 and 3. (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Report comments
- 2. Food may be frozen prior to the expiration date, but when thawed, it must be labeled with the date it was removed from the freezer and discarded within seven calendar days. The kitchen staff immediately labeled all items in freezer and refrigerator at the time of inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-24
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- A health deficiency having a low potential for harm to the children in care was observed. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- 3.1 General Health and Safety Requirements A. All child care facilities must be clean, in good repair, free from health and safety hazards and from evidence of, or presence of, vermin infestation. Indoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety and documented on a daily inspection log. Outdoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety. Any problems must be corrected before the play area is used by children. Documentation of the indoor play area inspection must be maintained for 12 months. The bathroom vents need to be free from dust build up.
- Correction status
- Due by June 17, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-03
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- The toileting facility did not have: [ paper towels or hand drying machines] , and within the reach of children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.7, H (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- 3.7 Restrooms and Bath Facilities H. Running water, soap, trash receptacles, toilet paper, and disposable towels or hand drying machines that are properly installed and maintained must be available and within reach of children using the bathroom. The facility restrooms did not have paper towels in them.
- Correction status
- Due by June 16, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 21 - Restrooms and Bath Facilities
- Official code
- 21-14
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Frozen food was not [ labeled by date and type]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, F.2 and 3. (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Report comments
- 3.9.2 Food Storage 2. Food may be frozen prior to the expiration date, but when thawed, it must be labeled with the date it was removed from the freezer and discarded within seven calendar days. 3. Frozen food must be labeled by date and type noted below and stored according to the following table: Food Item Months Bacon and sausage 1 to 2 months Casseroles 2 to 3 months Frozen dinner and entrees 3 to 4 months Ham, hot dogs, lunch meats 1 to 2 months Meat, uncooked 4 to 12 months Meat, uncooked ground 3 to 4 months Meat, cooked 2 to 3 months Poultry, cooked 4 months Soups and stews 2 to 3 months There were items in the refrigerator and freezer that were not labeled in accorda ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by June 16, 2025
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-24
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The Student Health Examination or equivalent health statement was not acceptable in that: [ It was not current (over two years old)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- 7.2 Student Health Records The child care facility is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed Student Health Examination form DH 3040, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(q), F.A.C. and may be obtained from the local county health department, the parent or legal guardian, or a signed statement by authorized professionals that indicate the results of the components of the Student Health Examination form are included in the health examination. There were children in care with expired physical forms.
- Correction status
- Due by June 16, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
- Official code
- 42-02
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- Inspections were not conducted and documented monthly of all supports, above and below the ground, all connectors, and moving parts. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Report comments
- 3.12 Outdoor Equipment B. All playground equipment must be securely anchored, unless portable or stationary by design, in good repair, maintained in safe and sanitary condition, and placed to ensure safe use by the children. Maintenance must include inspections conducted every month of all supports above and below the ground and of all connectors and moving parts. Documentation of maintenance inspections must be maintained for 12 months. Enviromental logs not completed.
- Correction status
- Due by February 6, 2025
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-04
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- 7.1 Immunization Records The child care facility is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed Florida Certification of Immunization form Part A-1, B, or C, DH 680, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001 7 o, F.A.C., or the Religious Exemption from Immunization form, DH 681, which is incorporated by reference in 65C22.001 7 p, F.A.C., from the custodial parent or legal guardian. DH Form 680 and DH Form 681 may be obtained from the local county health department. Specific immunization requirements are included and detailed in the most current edition of the Immunization Guidelines-Florida Schools, Child Care Facilities ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by February 6, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-02
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The Student Health Examination or equivalent health statement was not acceptable in that: [ It was not current (over two years old)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- 7.2 Student Health Records The child care facility is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed Student Health Examination form DH 3040, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001 7 q , F.A.C. and may be obtained from the local county health department, the parent or legal guardian, or a signed statement by authorized professionals that indicate the results of the components of the Student Health Examination form are included in the health examination There are children in care with expired physical forms. (See Supplemental)
- Correction status
- Due by February 6, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
- Official code
- 42-02
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Sleep safety
- Report finding
- A minimum distance of 18'' was not maintained between each napping/sleeping space. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.2, C Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- C. A minimum of 18 inches must be maintained around individual napping and sleeping spaces. A maximum of two sides of a napping or sleeping space may be against a solid barrier, such as the wall. The solid side of a crib does not meet the requirements for a solid barrier The cribs in the infant room were not 18 inches apart and infants were in the cribs asleep at the time of inspection. Technical assistance given: Staff member changed the placement of the cribs to bring facility back into compliance.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 19 - Nap/Sleep Space Requirements
- Official code
- 19-02
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Bottles and/or sippy cups brought from home were not labeled with childs first and last name. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.5, B Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Report comments
- B. Bottles and sippy cups brought from home shall be individually labeled with the childs first and last name and shall be returned to the custodial parent or legal guardian daily. Baby bottles in the refrigerator with no lids or labels on them.
- Correction status
- Due by June 9, 2024
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 28 - Bottles, Breastmilk, Formula and Infant Food
- Official code
- 28-02
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The ground cover or other protective surface under the [swings on the baby/toddler playground] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- D. Permanent or stationary playground equipment must have a fall/use zone that extends a minimum of 6 feet in all directions from the perimeter of the equipment. All types of ground cover must be maintained to provide resilience and reduce the incidence of injuries to children in the event of falls. The swing on the baby/toddler playground needs 6 inches of resilient surface.
- Correction status
- Due by June 9, 2024
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-07
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the 40 hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement. CCF Handbook Section 4.2.1
- Report comments
- 4.2.1 Mandated Introductory Training Child care personnel must successfully complete 40 hours of child care training as evidenced by successful completion of competency examinations offered by the Department or its designated representative with a weighted score of 70 or better. Child care personnel who successfully completed the mandatory 40-hour Introductory Child Care Training prior to January 1, 2004 are not required to fulfill the competency examination requirement. Staff member introductory training not completed.
- Correction status
- Due by June 9, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-01
Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
- Report finding
- A ratio of [one] child care personnel for [six] children is required. A ratio of [zero] child care personnel for [six] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. General Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- The staff member assigned returned to the classroom.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Ratio Sufficient
- Official code
- 03-01
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facility's outdoor play area contained litter, nails, glass or other hazards that posed a threat to the health, safety or well-being of the children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- 3.5 Outdoor Play Area A. The outdoor play area must be clean and free from litter, nails, glass and other hazards. There is a water fountain with the covering lifted off so the wires are completely exposed, this could potentially cause harm to a child. Director will have it removed and forward pictures after removal.
- Correction status
- Due by January 22, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-02
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Areas of the facility were found to be in need of cleaning. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A Physical Environment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- The playpens in the infants and 1 year old's classroom is in need of cleaning. LC observed food and dirt underneath the mats. Mats are in need of cleaning as well. Corrective action is needed.
- Correction status
- Due by February 12, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-01
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- The facility did not have electrical outlet covers or the outlet covers were not in place. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, I
- Correction / follow-up note
- There were 5 electrical outlets that did not have safety covers in the 3 year old's room. Corrective action: The teacher placed safety covers on the electrical outlets.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-18
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the 40 hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement. CCF Handbook Section 4.2.1
- Correction / follow-up note
- Staff listed on the supplemental has not completed her required 40 hour training. Corrective action is needed.
- Correction status
- Due by February 12, 2023
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-01
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documentation to show completion of a Department approved five-hour early literacy and language development course for child care personnel within 12 months of date of employment in child care industry and/or the early literacy course documentation was not uploaded in the Florida Pathways/Registry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.2 and 4.5, C
- Correction / follow-up note
- Staff member listed on the supplemental has not completed their required ELC training. Corrective action needed.
- Correction status
- Due by February 12, 2023
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-06
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- There were no daily attendance records or they were unavailable for review by the licensing authority. CCF Handbook, Section 7, B.4 Record Keeping [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- The daily attendance for today was not current in the infants, 1 year old's, and 3 year old's classroom. Corrective action: The teachers updated the attendance sheet for all classrooms. ENFORCEMENT
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 46 - Daily Attendance
- Official code
- 46-01
Questions to ask
Suggested questions for parents based on recorded violations in inspection reports. If there are not enough source-backed violations, you will see general questions for daycare.
Finding-specific
How do you ensure that essential supplies like soap and paper towels are always stocked and available in the children's restrooms?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records show that the availability of soap and paper towels in restrooms has been noted in multiple official inspection reports. This question helps clarify the current process for monitoring these supplies throughout the day.
- Context
- This was noted as corrected at the time of the most recent inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your current process for inspecting playground equipment and surfaces to ensure they remain in good repair and safe for play?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records show that equipment maintenance and surface safety have been recurring topics in several reports. Asking about the current inspection routine helps parents understand how the facility maintains outdoor areas.
Related violations
Finding-specific
Could you describe how you track and update student health and immunization records to ensure they remain current?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Official records indicate that keeping student health and immunization documentation up to date has been a focus in past inspections. This question helps parents understand the administrative process for managing these important records.
Related violations
General question
How do you manage the daily routine for labeling and storing items brought from home, such as bottles or food containers?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Understanding how the center handles personal items helps parents feel confident that their child's belongings are properly identified and organized during the day.
General question
What steps are taken to ensure the facility environment, including vents and fixtures, is kept clean and in good repair?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Asking about facility maintenance practices provides insight into how the center prioritizes the physical environment and general upkeep for the children in their care.