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Kiddie Academy of Fleming Island

1135 Clay St, Fleming Island, FL 32003

License:
C04CL0175
Type:
Child Care Facility
Status:
Licensed
Records checked:
July 14, 2026
Additional info
Programs and services:
School Readiness, Drop In, Food Served, Full Day, Infant Care
Hours:
Mon-Thu: 6:30AM to 6:30PM; Fri: 6:30AM to 10:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
Capacity:
186
License expiration:
August 28, 2026
Typical cost: $1,127 - $1,361 (Under 1)
Child’s age

$1,127 - $1,361/mo

Median daily rate: $52.00 - $62.80

Official Florida Division of Early Learning Clay County data.

Not this provider’s price.

Inspection snapshot

Recent higher-concern violation

At least one higher-concern violation appears in the last 12 months.

Next: Read reports, examine repeated topics below, look at the broader history, and ask what changed afterward.

Latest inspectionJune 18, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsJune 18, 2026

Summary

This summary covers six available inspections for Kiddie Academy of Fleming Island from August 19, 2025 through June 18, 2026.

Two inspections recorded violations, with three recorded violations in total.

The most recent higher-concern violation was on March 25, 2026 and involved supervision, with a due date of April 30, 2026.

That higher-concern topic showed up in two inspections.

Two later inspections, from May 7, 2026 through June 18, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.

At a glance

Total inspections
6

6 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
3

3 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
2

2 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
1

Last 36 months

Local comparison

6 total inspections vs 10 local median in 32003

Compared to 17 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
0.5
Local median
0.09

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
33%
Local median
4%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
33%
Local median
9%

Repeated topics

This provider
1
Local average
0.12

Repeated topics

Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.

Supervision

Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.

March 25, 2026

Inspection history

Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.

View official report
Higher concern: Supervision
Report finding
Supervision of children in the [One's Classroom] group was inadequate in that [one child was left on the playground when classroom returned inside building]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 General Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
Licensing Specialist observed the one-year-old classroom gathered in the hallway with two teachers. Licensing Specialist observed the one-year-old classroom returning inside the building from the playground. Licensing Specialist observed the VPK teacher open the door from the playground and bring a one-year- old inside the building. Licensing Specialist observed that (both) one-year-old teachers were not aware that the child was left on the playground with the other classrooms. Technical assistance provided from the CCF Handbook: 2.4 Supervision 2.4.1 General Supervision Requirements A. Child care personnel must position themselves in the outdoor play area so that all childre ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
Official code
04-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
Formula and/or food brought from home was not labeled with the childs first and last name. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.6, B Food and Nutrition [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
Licensing Specialist observed jars of food and snacks in the infant room not labeled with childs first and last name. Technical assistance provided from the CCF Handbook: 3.9.6 Breastmilk, Infant Formula, and Food B. The provider must make sure all formula and food brought from home are labeled with the childs first and last name. The provider is responsible for the label; therefore, if the label is not completed by the parent, child care personnel must put the label on when the formula or food is received Corrective Action: Director provided tape to teacher and had children names added to food and snacks.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
FOOD AND NUTRITION - 28 - Bottles, Breastmilk, Formula and Infant Food
Official code
28-04
View official report
Higher concern: Supervision
Report finding
Children in the outdoor play area were not adequately supervised in that [a child was allowed to release the latch to the playground gate and run out]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4.1, A General Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
Provider self-reported that a child exited the playground by releasing the latch to the gate that led outside to the parking lot. Provider released camera footage of the incident to the Licensing Specialist. Licensing Specialist observed two teachers on the playground at time of the incident. Licensing Specialist observed the two teachers engaging in conversation and not positioned adequately to watch all the children in the playground. Licensing Specialist observed the children yelling to the student to stop playing with the gate latch. Licensing Specialist observed the child releasing the latch and running out of the gate to another fence area. Licensing Specialist observed ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by April 30, 2026
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
Official code
04-04

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

What steps have been taken to update playground safety and supervision procedures to ensure all children are accounted for during transitions?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from an inspection in March 2026 show concerns regarding playground supervision and gate security. Asking about current procedures helps families understand how the center manages transitions and outdoor play.
Context
The center completed corrective actions for these items following the March 2026 inspections.
Related violations
Finding-specific

How does your team track children during outdoor play to ensure everyone is supervised at all times?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records from March 2026 indicate multiple instances where supervision during outdoor play was identified as an area needing improvement. This question allows the director to explain the current protocols in place to maintain consistent oversight.
Related violations
Finding-specific

Could you walk me through your process for labeling and storing food brought from home for infants?

Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from March 2026 noted that some items in the infant room were not properly labeled. Asking about the current process helps parents understand how the center ensures that all meals and bottles are correctly identified.
Context
This was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
General question

How do you train new staff members on your specific safety and supervision expectations?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Understanding the training process helps families feel confident that all caregivers are prepared to follow the center's standards for child safety and daily routines.
General question

What is your policy for communicating with parents if there is a change to a child's daily routine or a minor incident at the center?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Clear communication policies help parents stay informed about their child's day and provide peace of mind regarding how the center handles information sharing.