Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.18
- Local median
- 0
Praise Is What We Do Early Learning Christian Academy
1780 W 45th St, Jacksonville, FL 32209
- License:
- C04DU0555
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 11, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- Gold Seal, School Readiness, VPK, After School, Before School, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care, Transportation
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 6:00AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 131
- License expiration:
- January 13, 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 inspectionMay 8, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMay 8, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 11 available inspections for Praise Is What We Do Early Learning Christian Academy from May 15, 2023 through May 8, 2026.
One inspection recorded a violation, with two recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on March 13, 2024 and involved child guidance.
Seven later inspections, from April 26, 2024 through May 8, 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
- 2
- Higher-concern violations
- 2
- 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 3 local median in 32209
Compared to 44 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 9%
- Local median
- 0%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 9%
- Local median
- 0%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 0
- Local average
- 0.05
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
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Child guidance
- Report finding
- Child care personnel did not comply with the facility's written disciplinary and expulsion policies. CCF Handbook, Section 2.8, B General Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- Child care personnel listed on the Supplemental Inspection Sheet did not comply with the facility's written disciplinary and expulsion policies. This was brought back into compliance when the child care personnel was terminated immediately. Counselor gave technical assistance during the inspection from the Child Care Facility Handbook: Child Discipline A. The child care facility shall adopt a discipline policy consistent with Section 402.305(12), F.S., including standards that prohibit children from being subjected to discipline which is severe, humiliating, frightening, or associated with food, rest, or toileting. Spanking or any other form of physical punishment is prohibit ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 11 - Child Discipline
- Official code
- 11-03
Higher concern: Child guidance
- Report finding
- Child care personnel inappropriately interacted with children in care in a manner that was aggressive, demeaning or intimidating in nature. CCF Handbook, Section 8.2, C
- Report comments
- Child care personnel listed on the Supplemental Inspection Sheet inappropriately interacted with a child in a manner that was aggressive, demeaning or intimidating in nature. This was brought back into compliance when the child care personnel was terminated immediately. Counselor gave technical assistance during the inspection from the Child Care Facility Handbook: Child Safety A. Acts or omissions that meet the definition of child abuse or neglect provided in Chapter 39, F.S. or Chapter 827, F.S., constitute a violation of the standards is section 402.301- .319, F.S., and will support imposition of a sanction, as provided in Section 402.310, F.S. B. Failure to perform the du ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 47 - Access/Child Safety
- Official code
- 47-01
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
What steps does the center take to ensure that all staff members maintain a positive and supportive approach when interacting with children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an inspection in March 2024 noted concerns regarding staff interactions with children. Asking about current training and expectations helps parents understand how the center supports positive guidance practices today.
- Context
- The issue noted in the March 2024 report was corrected at the time of the inspection, and subsequent inspections have been clear.
Related violations
Finding-specific
Could you describe your process for training staff on the facility's disciplinary and behavior management policies?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from March 2024 included a finding related to compliance with disciplinary policies. Discussing how staff are trained on these policies provides insight into how the center ensures consistent, appropriate care for all children.
- Context
- The issue noted in the March 2024 report was corrected at the time of the inspection, and subsequent inspections have been clear.
Related violations
General question
How do you handle communication with families if there is ever a concern regarding a child's behavior or a staff member's interaction with a child?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Clear communication channels are essential for building trust between families and childcare providers. Understanding the center's approach to sharing information helps parents feel confident in how potential issues are addressed.
General question
What is the typical daily routine for the classroom my child would be in, and how do teachers balance structured activities with free play?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Knowing the daily schedule helps parents understand how the center balances learning and social development. This information is key to determining if the environment aligns with a child's needs.
General question
How does the leadership team monitor classroom environments to ensure that all staff members are following the center's standards for care and supervision?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Regular oversight is a standard part of maintaining a high-quality environment. Learning about the director's role in classroom observation helps parents understand how the facility maintains its daily operations.