Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.27
- Local median
- 0.13
The Discovery School
102 15th St S, Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250
- License:
- C04DU0128
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 11, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- After School, Before School, Full Day, Half Day
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:30AM to 5:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 225
- License expiration:
- May 1, 2027
Typical cost: $1,192 - $1,300 (Under 1)
Child’s age
$1,192 - $1,300/mo
Median daily rate: $55.00 - $60.00
Official Florida Division of Early Learning Duval 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 inspectionApril 22, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsApril 22, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 11 available inspections for The Discovery School from April 24, 2023 through April 22, 2026.
One inspection recorded a violation, with three recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on December 19, 2024 and involved medication, with a due date of January 6, 2025.
Five later inspections, from January 7, 2025 through April 22, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 11
- Recorded violations
- 3
- Higher-concern violations
- 3
- Repeated topics
- 0
3 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
11 total inspections vs 11 local median in 32250
Compared to 17 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 9%
- Local median
- 4%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 9%
- Local median
- 8%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 0
- 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.
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.
No recorded violations in this report
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Higher concern: Medication
- Report finding
- A medication, [EPI PEN], brought to the center for administration, was not in its original container. CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, C
- Correction / follow-up note
- A medication (EPI PEN) was not in it's original container in Classroom "PRIMARY ONE". Provider will return medication to parents and will obtain a new medication by due date. From the childcare licensing handbook: Section 6.5 Medication "Prescription and non-prescription medication brought to the child care facility by the custodial parent or legal guardian must be in the original container. Prescription medication must have a label stating the name and contact information of the physician and/or pharmacy, childs name, name of the medication, and medication directions. All prescription and non-prescription medication must be dispensed according to written directions on the pr ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by January 6, 2025
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 40 - Medication
- Official code
- 40-04
Higher concern: Medication
- Report finding
- The facility did not maintain a record for each child who received medication while in care. CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, F
- Correction / follow-up note
- A child in the "PRIMARY ONE" classroom did not have a record of the medication administered. The provider will obtain a current prescription authorization form by due date. From the Child Care Facility Handbook: Section 6.5 Medication: The facility must maintain a record for each child receiving any medications that documents the full name of the child, the name of the medication, the date and time the medication was given, the amount and dosage, and the name and signature of the person who gave the medication. This record must be initialed or signed by the program personnel who gave the medication. The record must be maintained for a minimum of 12 months after the last day t ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by January 6, 2025
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 40 - Medication
- Official code
- 40-11
Higher concern: Medication
- Report finding
- Medication which had expired or is no longer being administered was not discarded or returned to the custodial parent or legal guardian. CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, H
- Report comments
- One medication in PRIMARY ONE Classroom was not returned to parents after it expired. Provider will return medication to parents by the end of business day. From childcare facility handbook: Section 6.5 Medication Medication that has expired or that is no longer being dispensed must be returned to the custodial parent or legal guardian or discarded.
- Correction status
- Due by December 19, 2024
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 40 - Medication
- Official code
- 40-17
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 walk me through your current process for storing and tracking children's medications?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from a 2024 inspection identified concerns regarding the handling of expired medications and the maintenance of required medication records. This question helps parents understand the steps taken to ensure all medications are properly stored, labeled, and tracked according to current facility policies.
- Context
- A later inspection in April 2026 did not note any concerns.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you ensure that all prescription medications are kept in their original containers as required by policy?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from 2024 noted a finding where a medication was not in its original container. Asking about this process helps parents understand how the staff verifies that all medical items brought to the center meet safety and labeling requirements.
- Context
- A later inspection in April 2026 did not note any concerns.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps do you take to maintain accurate documentation every time a medication is administered to a child?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records from 2024 show a finding related to the maintenance of medication administration logs. This question allows parents to learn about the center's current record-keeping practices and how they ensure every dose is accounted for.
- Context
- A later inspection in April 2026 did not note any concerns.
Related violations
General question
How do you communicate with families regarding their child's daily routine and any specific needs they might have?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Establishing clear communication channels helps parents feel confident that their child's individual needs are being met consistently throughout the day. This question provides insight into how the center keeps families informed about daily care.
General question
What training do staff members receive regarding health and safety protocols for the children in their care?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Understanding the staff's preparation and training helps parents feel assured about the quality of supervision and care provided. This question highlights the center's commitment to maintaining a secure and attentive environment.