Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.17
- Local median
- 0.25
Jewel's Little Rascals
1777 SW Leslie Gln, Lake City, FL 32025
- License:
- C03CO0063
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 14, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, VPK, After School, Food Served, Full Day, Infant Care, Transportation
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 6:30AM to 5:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 105
- License expiration:
- June 30, 2027
Typical cost: $1,040 (Under 1)
Child’s age
$1,040/mo
Median daily rate: $48.00 (non-Gold Seal only)
Official Florida Division of Early Learning Columbia 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 inspectionJune 2, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsJanuary 23, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 12 available inspections for Jewel's Little Rascals from February 16, 2023 through June 2, 2026.
Two inspections recorded violations, with two recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on June 2, 2026 and involved facility condition.
Attendance accountability 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
- 12
- Recorded violations
- 2
- Higher-concern violations
- 1
- Repeated topics
- 0
3 in last 12 months
1 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
12 total inspections vs 11 local median in 32025
Compared to 16 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 8%
- Local median
- 8%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 17%
- Local median
- 17%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 0
- Local average
- 0.5
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
No repeated topics found
The available reports do not show the same violation topic appearing in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. Review the inspection history below for any one-time violations or report details.
Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Non-disposable food equipment, tableware, and utensils utilized for food preparation and food consumption were not properly washed and sanitized on-site. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.4 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Report comments
- Bottles in the infant room and food consumption were not properly washed and sanitized on-site. The facility was washing bottles using a bucket and bleach. At todays inspection technical assistance was given and all bottles and utensils are being washed and satanized in the kitchen with properly washing and sanitizing on-site. Technical assistance: Dishwashing and Sanitization For facilities that prepare food, non-disposable food equipment, tableware, and utensils utilized for food preparation must be properly cleaned by pre-rinsing or scraping, washing, rinsing, sanitizing, and air drying. If the child care facility lacks adequate dishwashing and sanitation described in this ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 29 - Health and Sanitation
- Official code
- 29-09
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- The attendance roster did not accompany the group of children in that [ the teacher had no attendance on the playground with her group of children.].CCF Handbook, Section 7.5, A Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- The attendance roster did not accompany the group of children in that the teacher had no attendance on the playground with her group of children. At the time of inspection Licensing specialist and the director, lined the children on the playground up and documenting attendance. • CCF Handbook, Section 7.5, A • Technical assistance: 7.5 Daily Attendance Daily attendance of children must be taken and recorded accurately by the childcare personnel, documenting the time when each child enters and departs the program. A. Attendance devices used for the purposes of tracking attendance may be used, but personnel must ensure the accuracy of the documented attendance. Each classroom m ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 46 - Daily Attendance
- Official code
- 46-07
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
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
Could you explain the current process for ensuring teachers have accurate attendance records with them when children are playing outside?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an inspection in February 2025 noted an instance where an attendance roster was not with a group of children on the playground. This question helps parents understand how the center maintains accountability and supervision during outdoor activities.
- Context
- The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How does the center handle the cleaning and sanitizing of infant bottles and feeding equipment to ensure they meet health standards?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from June 2026 identified that some food equipment and utensils were not being washed and sanitized on-site according to required procedures. Asking about current practices helps parents understand the steps taken to maintain a clean environment for infant feeding.
- Context
- The facility updated its sanitization procedures at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
General question
What is your approach to communicating with families about daily routines and any updates to center policies?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Regular communication is essential for parents to feel connected to their child's daily experience. Understanding how the center shares information helps families feel confident in their partnership with the staff.
General question
How do you support new staff members in learning and following your health and safety protocols?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Consistent training ensures that all caregivers are prepared to maintain a safe environment for children. This question helps parents understand the center's commitment to staff development and operational standards.
General question
Can you describe how teachers manage transitions between indoor and outdoor play areas to ensure all children are accounted for?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Transitions can be busy times during the day, and understanding the center's supervision strategy helps parents feel comfortable with how children are monitored. This information provides insight into the daily flow and safety practices of the facility.