Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.5
- Local median
- 0.5
The Learning Experience @ Mandarin
11945 San Jose Blvd Ste 500, Jacksonville, FL 32223
- License:
- C04DU1262
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 11, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- Gold Seal, School Readiness, VPK, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 6:30AM to 6:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 181
- License expiration:
- August 7, 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 inspectionMarch 3, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMarch 3, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 12 available inspections for The Learning Experience @ Mandarin from March 7, 2023 through March 3, 2026.
Four inspections recorded violations, with six recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on July 16, 2025 and involved staff training.
Medication was a higher-concern topic that showed up in two inspections.
Two later inspections, from October 24, 2025 through March 3, 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
- 6
- Higher-concern violations
- 3
- Repeated topics
- 2
3 in last 12 months
2 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
12 total inspections vs 11 local median in 32223
Compared to 9 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 25%
- Local median
- 13%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 33%
- Local median
- 33%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 2
- Local average
- 0.44
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Medication
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
July 1, 2024December 4, 2024Staff training
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
July 1, 2024July 16, 2025Inspection 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: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documented proof that all child care personnel were trained and knowledgeable within 30 days of date of hire in [ safe sleep practices and shaken baby syndrome]. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.3 and 4.2.5 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Training [SR]
- Report comments
- Licensing Specialist reviewed all 28 childcare personnel records. One childcare personnel was not trained and knowledgeable within 30 days of date of hire in Safe sleep practices and shaken baby syndrome. This has been resolved as childcare personnel: B.F., has since completed the training. Date of hire: 4/22/25, Safe sleep practices and baby shaken syndrome completed on 6/2/25. 4.2.3 Safe Sleep/ Shaken Baby Syndrome Training All child care personnel who work in a facility that offers care to infants must have training regarding guidance on safe sleep practices, preventing shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma; recognition of signs and symptoms of shaken baby syndrome ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-09
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Child care personnel who completed ELFL health and safety modules did not complete additional DEL-approved health and safety training by required date. (Section 3.2.A.2.a. and 3.2.C Training Requirements, Page 7) [SR]
- Report comments
- Licensing Specialist reviewed all 28 childcare personnel records. One childcare personnel did not complete the additional DEL-approved health and safety training by the required date. Childcare personnel: M.A., Industry start date: 3/12/22. Missing the Safety Practices in the School Readiness Program. This was resolved when the childcare personnel were asked to complete the required training at the time of inspection. This was completed. 3.2 Training Courses A. Notwithstanding the exemption from completing child care training based on educational credentials or passing of competency examinations per s. 402.305(2), F.S., all child care personnel must successfully complete at l ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-17
No recorded violations in this report
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 Health Requirements [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- Licensing Specialist observed a medication which had expired or is no longer being administered was not discarded or returned to the custodial parent or legal guardian. Medication had an expiration date of: November 2024. This was resolved at the time of inspection when the provider called the parent. The parent stated they would drop off tonight at pick up time a current medication for the child. Expired medication was removed from the classroom and set aside for the parent to pick up. Action Plan: Provider will have the staff complete weekly checks on all medications to ensure expired medications are sent home or discarded immediately. 6.5 Medication Child care programs are ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 40 - Medication
- Official code
- 40-17
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- Supervision of children in the [toddler ] group was inadequate in that [one child was left behind during transitioning.]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 General Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- The provider self-reported an incident in which a toddler was left behind in the classroom during a transitioning from the classroom to the outdoor playground for water play. A second teacher heard the child crying in the classroom unattended and walked the child to the manager at the front desk. The provider quickly handled the situation and terminated the staff that were in charge of supervising the children in the class. This was resolved immediately. Parents were notified and documentation was given for them to sign. 2.4 Supervision 2.4.1 General Supervision Requirements A. Child care personnel must position themselves in the outdoor play area so that all children can be ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
- Official code
- 04-01
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Program personnel did not complete training requirements prior to unsupervised contact with or care of children, or if supervised, within 90 days of beginning employment or service with the program. (Section 18.1) Training [SR]
- Report comments
- Specialist reviewed 2 personnel (E.S and A.O) who had not completed the new required school readiness courses. The two courses, Health and Nutrition in the School Readiness program and Safety Practices in the School Readiness Program, where to be completed by 6/30/24 to be in compliance with the new guidelines. The specialist is giving 2 weeks for the personnel to finish the courses.
- Correction status
- Due by July 15, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-13
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 (Section 16, number 8) Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Specialist observed medication discrepancies in three different classrooms. In Classroom A, A.M has non prescription medication that states "children under 2 years of age: ask a doctor". A.M needs a doctor's note allowing for the administration of the cream. C. [...] All prescription and non-prescription medication must be dispensed according to written directions on the prescription label or printed manufacturers label and maintained at the appropriate temperature. In Classroom G, S.S has cream that is Rx only but does not have the prescription medication authorization appropriate forms and the original container. C. Prescription and non-prescription medication brought to th ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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
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 checking medication expiration dates to ensure they are handled correctly?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records show an instance where expired medication was not promptly removed from the classroom. Asking about current procedures helps parents understand how the center maintains health and safety standards for stored items.
- Context
- The issue was resolved at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
Can you walk me through the steps your staff takes during transitions to ensure every child is accounted for?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report noted a past incident where a child was not accounted for during a transition. Discussing current transition protocols provides insight into how the center prioritizes active supervision.
- Context
- The provider addressed this incident immediately following the report.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your approach to communicating with parents when a child needs a specific medication or cream administered?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records indicate that medication management, including authorization and labeling, has appeared in more than one inspection. This question helps parents understand the center's communication and documentation process for health needs.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you track staff training requirements to ensure everyone is up to date on their certifications?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records show that staff training documentation has been a topic of discussion in multiple reports. Asking about the tracking system helps parents understand how the center manages ongoing professional development.
Related violations
General question
How do you handle daily routines to ensure that children are always engaged and supervised during busy times of the day?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Understanding how a center manages daily flow and staff positioning helps parents feel confident about the level of attention their child will receive throughout the day.