Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.31
- Local median
- 0.17
Success For Kids Academy LLC
4541 Shirley Ave Ste 5AB, Jacksonville, FL 32210
- License:
- C04DU0888
- 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, Drop In, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care, Night Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 12:00AM to 11:59PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 71
- License expiration:
- December 20, 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 13 available inspections for Success For Kids Academy LLC from April 18, 2023 through April 8, 2026.
Three inspections recorded violations, with four recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on November 10, 2025 and involved emergency preparedness, with a due date of November 19, 2025.
Hazardous access was a higher-concern topic that showed up in one inspection.
Two later inspections, from November 13, 2025 through April 8, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 13
- Recorded violations
- 4
- Higher-concern violations
- 2
- Repeated topics
- 0
4 in last 12 months
1 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
13 total inspections vs 11 local median in 32210
Compared to 64 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 15%
- Local median
- 8%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 23%
- Local median
- 9%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 0
- Local average
- 0.36
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
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documented proof of an annual fire inspection by the local fire authority. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, A (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- LS observed that the fire approval expired 8-23-2025. LS provided technical assistance from the handbook: 3.8 Fire Safety and Emergency Preparedness To ensure the safety of children in care, facilities are required to receive yearly fire inspections by a certified fire inspector, and they must perform monthly drills/exercises to practice fire, inclement weather and lockdown procedures. Frequent practice of emergency procedures will facilitate a calm and competent reaction in response to an actual emergency, should it occur. Corrective Action: Provider must show new fire inspection approval by due date 11-19-2025
- Correction status
- Due by November 19, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-01
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- The facilitys fencing walls or gate area had gaps that could allow children to exit the outdoor play area. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, F (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Licensing Specialist observed more than 3 1/2 inch gap/opening on the gate from the outdoor play area. Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance from the handbook: 3.5 Outdoor Play Area F. The outdoor play area must have adequate fencing or walls a minimum of 4 feet in height. Fencing, including gates, must be continuous and must not have gaps or opening larger than 3 inches that would allow children to exit the outdoor play area. The base of the fence must remain at ground level and be free from erosion or buildup to prevent inside and outside access by children or animals. These areas must have at least two exits, with at least one being remote from the buildings. ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by May 21, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-06
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
- A cot, bed, crib, mattress, playpen or floor mat was not available for all children who napped or slept. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1 Physical Environment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- Children were photographed napping on a carpet and not a cot or floor mat. The facility does have appropriate bedding for napping but they were not being used at this time. This was brought back into compliance when the children woke up and got up from the carpet. Counselor gave technical assistance during the inspection from the Child Care Facility Handbook: Bedding and Linens Each child in care must be provided safe and sanitary bedding to be used when napping or sleeping. Nap bedding is not required for school-age children; however, the program must provide an area for children that choose to rest. A. Sleep bedding includes beds, cribs, or mattresses. Air and foam mattress ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 18 - Bedding and Linens
- Official code
- 18-01
Higher concern: Sleep safety
- Report finding
- A minimum distance of 18'' was not maintained between each napping/sleeping space. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.2, C Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- 11 children were photographed sleeping all together, side by side on a carpet and an minimum distance of 18 inches between each child was not maintained. Per provider the children were watching a video and fell asleep. This was brought back into compliance when the children got up from napping. Counselor gave technical assistance during the inspection from the Child Care Facility Handbook: Nap/Sleep Space A. Each child care program must include a designated area where each child can sit quietly or lie down to rest or nap. B. When not in use, napping space and indoor floor space may be used interchangeably as indoor floor space. C. A minimum of 18 inches must be maintained aro ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 19 - Nap/Sleep Space Requirements
- Official code
- 19-02
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 current process for ensuring the outdoor play area fencing and gates remain secure for the children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an April 2025 inspection noted gaps in the outdoor fencing that needed attention. Asking about the current maintenance routine helps parents understand how the facility keeps the play area secure.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is the daily practice for setting up nap time to ensure every child has their own designated space and proper distance from others?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from 2023 identified a concern regarding the spacing of children during nap time. This question allows the director to explain the current procedures used to maintain appropriate rest space for all children.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How does the center track and maintain its required fire safety documentation and inspection approvals?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- The available inspection records show that a fire safety approval was noted as expired during a November 2025 visit. Discussing how the facility manages these renewals provides insight into their administrative oversight.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is the center's policy regarding the use of cots or floor mats during nap time to ensure all children have appropriate bedding?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from a 2023 inspection noted a finding where proper bedding was not being used for all children during rest. Asking about current practices helps parents understand how the facility ensures comfortable and compliant nap arrangements.
Related violations
General question
How do you communicate with families about daily routines and any changes to classroom policies?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Establishing clear communication channels is essential for parents to stay informed about their child's daily experiences and any updates to center operations. This question helps clarify how the provider keeps families engaged and updated.