Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.43
- Local median
- 0.35
Young Start Academy, Inc.
1049 Palmetto St, Jacksonville, FL 32206
- License:
- C04DU0416
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 11, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, Drop In, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:00AM to 5:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 41
- License expiration:
- August 28, 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
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 8, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsApril 8, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 14 available inspections for Young Start Academy, Inc. from April 4, 2023 through April 8, 2026.
Five inspections recorded violations, with six recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on March 20, 2026 and involved staff training, with a due date of April 3, 2026.
Staff-to-child ratio was a higher-concern topic that showed up in one inspection.
A later inspection showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether it was a formal follow-up.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 14
- Recorded violations
- 6
- Higher-concern violations
- 1
- Repeated topics
- 1
5 in last 12 months
3 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
14 total inspections vs 3 local median in 32206
Compared to 37 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 7%
- Local median
- 3%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 36%
- Local median
- 29%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 1
- Local average
- 0.57
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Emergency preparedness
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
March 19, 2024July 14, 2025Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have at least one child care personnel with current and valid pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation certification present during all hours of operation. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- Licensing Specialist observed that all 3 staff members CPR/First Aid certification expired 3/14/26. Corrective action: Per Provider will schedule CPR/First aid class for all staff members to attend this weekend. 4.2.4 First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) A. One childcare personnel with current and valid certificate(s) of course completion for first aid training and one childcare personnel with current and valid certificate of course completion for pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) procedures must be present at all times that children are in care. The same childcare personnel may satisfy both requirements. Documentation of first aid training must be ke ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 3, 2026
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 36 - CPR Requirements
- Official code
- 36-01
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documentation of a fire extinguisher being properly maintained to include being serviced and retagged timely, and/or with a current certificate. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, B (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Licensing Specialist observed that the fire extinguisher was last tagged 3/2024. Technical Assistance provided. Per Provider will have fire extinguishers tagged today. 3.8.2 Fire Safety B. Fire extinguishers with a minimum rating of 2A:10BC must be properly installed, serviced and maintained with current inspection tags at all times.
- Correction status
- Due by July 22, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-05
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- The facility did not maintain fire drill records for the months of operation for a minimum of 12 months from the date of the fire drill. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.4, C (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Licensing Specialist observed that the last fire drill was conducted 4/2025. Technical assistance was provided. A fire drill was conducted during renewal inspection bringing center back into compliance.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-09
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
- 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 19.2, number 1) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- Licensing Specialist reviewed 9 enrollment files at the time of inspection. (1) file had an expired health physical. Per provider the child will be removed from enrollment at the end of July 2024 due to child turning school age.
- Correction status
- Due by August 1, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
- Official code
- 42-02
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documentation of a fire extinguisher being properly maintained to include being serviced and retagged timely, and/or with a current certificate. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, B Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- A fire extinguisher in the facility was observed with a service tag date of December 2022. Provider was advised to have fire extinguishers serviced once per year. Provider will have fire extinguisher serviced. 3.8.2 Fire Safety B. Fire extinguishers with a minimum rating of 2A:10BC must be properly installed, serviced and maintained with current inspection tags at all times.
- Correction status
- Due by April 12, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-05
Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
- Report finding
- A ratio of [one] child care personnel for [six] children is required. A ratio of [one] child care personnel for [seven] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. General Requirements [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- Counselor observed staff member supervising 1-one yr old; 1-two year old and 5 mixed age of 3's & 4 year old, for a total of 7 children instead of 6 children. This was corrected at the time of inspection in that the Owner/Director came back to the building. 2.2 Minimum Age Requirements Child care personnel of at least 21 years of age must be in charge of the program and must be on the premises at all times during operating hours. 2.3 Ratios The staff-to-child ratio, as established in Section 402.305(4), F.S., is based on primary responsibility for the direct supervision of children and applies at all times while children are in care. 2.3.1 Mixed Age Groups A. In groups of mix ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Ratio Sufficient
- Official code
- 03-01
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 describe the process you use to ensure staff-to-child ratios are consistently maintained throughout the day?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from November 2023 noted a time when the number of children in a group exceeded the required staff-to-child ratio. Asking about current supervision processes helps parents understand how the center monitors group sizes to ensure every child receives appropriate attention.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you track staff training and certification renewals to ensure all requirements are met on time?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an inspection in March 2026 indicate that staff CPR certifications had expired. This question allows the director to explain the system they use to keep staff credentials current and ensure that qualified personnel are always present.
- Context
- The provider was given a due date of 4/3/2026 to address this.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your routine for checking and maintaining emergency equipment like fire extinguishers?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records show that the maintenance of fire extinguishers has been a repeated topic in reports from 2024 and 2025. Asking about the current maintenance schedule helps parents understand how the center ensures safety equipment remains ready for use.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you manage and update student health records to ensure all required documentation stays current?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An inspection report from July 2024 noted that a student health examination was not current. Asking about the center's record-keeping process helps parents understand how the staff tracks health requirements for all children enrolled.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your approach to keeping staff informed about the latest safety procedures and emergency drill requirements?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from 2025 indicate a finding regarding the maintenance of fire drill records. Discussing how the center handles these administrative safety tasks provides insight into the center's commitment to consistent emergency preparedness.
Related violations