Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.18
- Local median
- 0.31
Vision For Excellence
8535 118th St, Jacksonville, FL 32244
- License:
- C04DU1271
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 11, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, After School, Food Served, Transportation
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 2:30PM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 75
- License expiration:
- April 28, 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 inspectionApril 8, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsApril 8, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 11 available inspections for Vision For Excellence from April 18, 2023 through April 8, 2026.
Two inspections recorded violations, with two recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on December 19, 2024 and involved transportation, with a due date of January 19, 2025.
Five later inspections, from January 30, 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
- 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 3.5 local median in 32244
Compared to 22 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 18%
- Local median
- 8%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 18%
- Local median
- 29%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 0
- Local average
- 0.45
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
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The vehicle alarm installed was not in working condition. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 General Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- Licensing Specialist did an inspection on the facility's vehicle. Licensing Specialist had the driver, F.D., try to set off the installed vehicle alarm. The alarm never went off. The driver tried to ride around the premises with the children in the vehicle to see if it would go off. The alarm never went off. This is not the first time she has had difficulty with the alarm. Licensing Specialist made the suggestion of taking the vehicle back to whoever installed the alarm and have them take a look. Vehicle was parked directly in front of the facility. 2.5.4 Vehicle Requirements For the purpose of this section, vehicles refer to those owned, operated or regularly used by the chi ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by January 19, 2025
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 07 - Vehicle Requirements
- Official code
- 07-06
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- Documentation of Level 2 Clearinghouse screening clearance was missing for child care personnel. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1,C Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Counselor observed childcare personnel (J.M) without a Level 2 Background Screening on site at faciltiy. J.M is a volunteer who works more than 10 hours on site. Florida Statues 402.302 3 Child care personnel means all owners, operators, employees, and volunteers working in a child care facility. Child Care Facility Handbook 7.4.1 Background screening documentation must be maintained for all child care personnel as defined by Section 402.302(3), F.S., [...] Background screening documentation must be on-site and available for the licensing authority to review. C. A copy of the eligible results, for the Level 2 screening, generated from the Clearinghouse must be on record for e ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-02
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
What steps does the center take to ensure that vehicle safety alarms are consistently functional?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from a December 2024 inspection indicate that a vehicle alarm was not in working condition at that time. Asking about current maintenance practices helps families understand how the center ensures transportation equipment remains reliable.
- Context
- A later clean inspection was recorded in April 2026.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How does the center manage background screening documentation for all staff and volunteers?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from November 2023 noted that required screening documentation was missing for a volunteer on-site. This question helps parents understand the current process for maintaining up-to-date records for everyone working with children.
- Context
- The issue was corrected at the time of the 2023 inspection.
Related violations
General question
Could you describe the daily routine and how you keep children engaged during the after-school hours?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Understanding the structure of the afternoon program helps parents determine if the environment aligns with their child's needs for activity and supervision after school.
General question
What is your process for communicating with parents about their child's day or any updates at the center?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Clear communication practices are essential for building a strong partnership between families and the center staff.
General question
How do you ensure that staff members are well-trained and supported in their roles throughout the year?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Learning about staff training and retention helps parents feel confident in the consistency and quality of care provided to the children.