Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.33
- Local median
- 0.36
Southside Methodist Church Preschool
3120 Hendricks Ave, Jacksonville, FL 32207
- License:
- C04DU0355
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 11, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- VPK, Half Day
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 8:30AM to 3:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 135
- License expiration:
- December 12, 2026
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
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 inspectionJuly 1, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsJuly 1, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 12 available inspections for Southside Methodist Church Preschool from March 27, 2023 through July 1, 2026.
Two inspections recorded violations, with four recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on November 18, 2025 and involved background screening, with a due date of November 25, 2025.
Three later inspections, from November 21, 2025 through July 1, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 12
- Recorded violations
- 4
- Higher-concern violations
- 1
- Repeated topics
- 0
4 in last 12 months
3 in last 12 months
1 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
12 total inspections vs 7.5 local median in 32207
Compared to 24 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 8%
- Local median
- 0%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 17%
- Local median
- 24%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 0
- Local average
- 0.79
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
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Child(ren) did not have a Florida Certification of Immunization (DH Form 680) or a Religious Exemption from Immunization (DH Form 681), on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1, B
- Report comments
- Refer to the supplemental for the children who need
- Correction status
- Due by November 24, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Child(ren) did not have a Student Health Examination/DH (Form 3040), or an equivalent health statement on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2, C
- Inspector notes
- Refer to the supplemental for the children who need a record for their file folder. Specialist observed a total of 130 records for total enrollment.
- Correction status
- Due by November 25, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
- Official code
- 42-01
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- The facility failed to maintain a current Employee/Contractor Roster for all child care personnel in the Clearinghouse. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, K
- Report comments
- Facility failed to maintain background screening roaster. Staff members who are no longer employed are still listed. Please remove staff who are no longer employed and update roaster. 5 Background Screening 5.1 Initial Screening The employer/owner/operator must add child care personnel to their Employee/Contractor Roster in the Clearinghouse within 10 days of when the individual has received a child care eligible result and has been hired at the facility. Employer/owner/operator must add an end date for individuals on the Employee/Contractor Roster in the Clearinghouse within 10 days of the employment termination.
- Correction status
- Due by November 25, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-09
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
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Children did not receive assistance with toileting or bathing in accordance with their age or required needs. CCF Handbook, Section 3.7, F
- Correction / follow-up note
- Counselor observed that 3 year old age group did not receive assistance while in the restroom. A child was in the restroom and unable to pull in clothing up properly. The item was corrected at the time of inspection as the teacher stepped into the restroom to assist. 3.7 Restrooms and Bath Facilities, Children must receive supervision and assistance as required by their age and developmental needs. They must be accounted for at all times while bathing and toileting.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 21 - Restrooms and Bath Facilities
- Official code
- 21-07
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 is your current process for keeping the staff roster updated in the state's background screening system?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an inspection in November 2025 show that the facility needed to update its staff roster to remove individuals who were no longer employed. This question helps understand the current administrative practices for maintaining accurate personnel records.
- Context
- A later inspection on July 1, 2026, was completed with no findings.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you ensure that all student health and immunization records are complete and up to date when a child enrolls?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from November 2025 noted that some student health and immunization records were missing from files. Asking about this process provides insight into how the center manages required documentation for all children.
- Context
- A later inspection on July 1, 2026, was completed with no findings.
Related violations
Finding-specific
Can you describe how your staff supports children with their toileting needs to ensure they receive the appropriate level of assistance?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records from March 2023 mention an observation regarding toileting assistance for younger children. This question helps clarify the current supervision practices in place to support children's developmental needs.
- Context
- The issue was corrected at the time of the 2023 inspection.
Related violations
General question
How do you communicate with families if there is ever a missing document or an incomplete form in their child's file?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Clear communication regarding administrative requirements helps families stay informed and ensures that all necessary health and enrollment records remain current.
General question
What training do your teachers receive regarding classroom supervision and supporting children during daily routines?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Understanding the training and supervision philosophy of the staff helps parents feel confident about the daily care and support their children receive.