Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.94
- Local median
- 0.79
Guidepost Montessori At Baymeadows
8401 Baymeadows Way, Jacksonville, FL 32256
- License:
- C04DU1436
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 11, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- After School, Before School, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 135
- License expiration:
- August 5, 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 19, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMarch 19, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 18 available inspections for Guidepost Montessori At Baymeadows from April 4, 2023 through March 19, 2026.
Eight inspections recorded violations, with 17 recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on March 25, 2025 and involved staff training, with a due date of April 17, 2025.
Staff-to-child ratio was a higher-concern topic that showed up in one inspection.
Four later inspections, from April 15, 2025 through March 19, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 18
- Recorded violations
- 17
- Higher-concern violations
- 4
- Repeated topics
- 1
3 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
18 total inspections vs 11.5 local median in 32256
Compared to 18 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 17%
- Local median
- 25%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 44%
- Local median
- 33%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 1
- Local average
- 1.56
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Staff training
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 4 recorded violations.
July 28, 2023March 25, 2024March 25, 2025Inspection 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
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the 40 hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement. CCF Handbook Section 4.2.1
- Inspector notes
- Licensing Specialist observed two staff members that have not completed the 40 hour Introductory Child Care Training courses as of inspection date. LS gave technical assistance from the Child Care Facility Handbook: 4.2.1 Mandated Introductory Training Child care personnel must successfully complete 40 hours of child care training as evidenced by successful completion of competency examinations offered by the Department or its designated representative with a weighted score of 70 or better. Child care personnel who successfully completed the mandatory 40-hour Introductory Child Care Training prior to January 1, 2004 are not required to fulfill the competency examination requi ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 17, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-01
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the 40 hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement. CCF Handbook Section 4.2.1
- Inspector notes
- Counselor observed one staff member with employment date 12/13/2022, that started the 40 hour Introductory Child Care Training courses on 3/6/2023. As of inspection date the staff member has not completed the 40 hour Introductory Child Care Training courses. Counselor gave technical assistance from the Child Care Facility Handbook: 4.2.1 Mandated Introductory Training Child care personnel must successfully complete 40 hours of child care training as evidenced by successful completion of competency examinations offered by the Department or its designated representative with a weighted score of 70 or better. Child care personnel who successfully completed the mandatory 40-hour ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 24, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-01
Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
- Report finding
- A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [4 infant] children is required. A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [5] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S.
- Correction / follow-up note
- Counselor observed 5 infant children with 1 teacher. The teacher used her walkie talkie to call for assistance. It took the facility about 15 minutes to send second personnel to keep the ratio in compliance. This was resolved by a second staff member coming in the room to help. Counselor observed the following ratios:Classroom 1: 10 children to 1 teacher (ages: 1-2 yr. old, 4-3 yr. olds, 3-4 yr. olds, 1-5 yr. old, 1-6 yr. old)Classroom 2: 5 infants to 1 teacherClassroom 3: 11 children to 1 teacher (ages: 3-2 yr. olds, 3-4 yr. olds, 3-3 yr. olds, 2- 2yr. olds) Classroom 4: 6 children to 1 teacher (ages: 2-2 yr. olds and 4-1 yr. olds).Classroom 5: 6 children to 1 teacher (ages: ... [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
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)
- Inspector notes
- Counselor observed 15 employee files. Counselor observed staff that did not complete the School Readiness Pre-service training within the 90 days of employment. Staff were: 1. C.V. Has an industry start date of 12/13/2023. She is currently missing Child Growth and Development, Identifying and Reporting Child Abuse and Neglect. 2. C.J. Has an industry start date of 9/13/22. She is currently missing the Child Growth and Development and Behavioral Observation and Screening course to be completed in order to be in compliance with the School Readiness Preservice requirements. 3. D.L. Has completed her courses bur late. Has an industry date of 11/18/2021, started courses on 02/18/2 ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by August 4, 2023
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-13
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility was required to have at least [three] credentialed child care personnel and had [two] credentialed child care personnel CCF Handbook, Section 4.6.1, B
- Report comments
- Counselor counted 62 children present at the time of inspection. The facility has 2 credentialed staff currently at the facility. This issue was resolved at the time of inspection when the school representative signed herself up for the CDA fast track course. Course begins on September 22, 2023. She will be taking the Director's fast track course on October 13, 2023. 4.6.1 Calculating Number of Credentialed Personnel Necessary A. Child care facilities with 19 or fewer children or that operate less than eight hours per week are not subject to the staff credential requirement. B. For every 20 children, a child care facility must have one child care personnel who meets the staff ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 34 - Credentialed Staff
- Official code
- 34-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Child(ren) did not have a Florida Certification of Immunization (DH Form 680) or a Religious Exemption from Immunization (DH Form 681), on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1, B (Section 19.2, number 2)
- Report comments
- Counselor reviewed 82 children's files. The following file did not have a Florida Certification of Immunization (DH Form 680) on file. Standard was resolved when the director asked the parents for a copy of the child's records at the time of pick up. Child A.D. was enrolled on 6/22/2023. 30 days or more has passed from the date of enrollment. 7.1 Immunization Records The child care facility is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed Florida Certification of Immunization form Part A-1, B, or C, DH 680, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(o), F.A.C., or the Religious Exemption from Immunization form, DH 681, whi ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 (Section 19.2, number 2)
- Inspector notes
- Counselor observed 7 children's files that had an expired Certificate of Immunization form. Facility's director called the parents and/or legal guardians and told them that their child could not return until an update form is provided. Child 1: N.D. expiration date 7/14/2023. Child 2: B.E. expiration date 6/30/2023. Child 3: J.M. expiration date 6/15/2023. Child 4: A.S. expiration date 6/6/2023. Child 5: A.A. expiration date 6/22/2023. Child 6: C.G. expiration date 01/27/2023. Child 7: M.A. expiration date 06/30/2023. 7.1 Immunization Records The child care facility is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed Florida Certifica ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-02
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
- Report comments
- Counselor received a copy of the facility's discipline policy. A complaint was made indicating a child was placed in the restroom area to calm down. Counselor reviewed the Discipline Policy provided. The Discipline policy does not state that staff will use restroom areas as an alternate area or used space for children to calm down. Counselor has determined that the facility failed to follow their own discipline policy handbook. 2.8 Child Discipline B. The child care facility operators, employees, and volunteers must comply with written disciplinary and expulsion policies. The teacher involved in the complaint is no longer employed at the facility, therefore, this standard has been resolved.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 11 - Child Discipline
- Official code
- 11-03
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The director responsible for the daily operation of the program did not have an active Director Credential. CCF Handbook, Section 4.7
- Correction / follow-up note
- Counselor observed during inspection that the facility no longer has an active credentialed director. The facility was placed on a provisional license for 6 months to obtain an active credentialed director for the facility as of 5/18/2023. Counselor gave technical assistance from the Child Care Facility Handbook: 4.7 Director Credential Section 402.305(2)(g), F.S., requires a child care facility to have a credentialed director. Every applicant for a license to operate a child care facility or a license for a change of ownership of a child care facility must document that the facility director has an active Director Credential prior to issuance of the license. An applicant for ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by November 18, 2023
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 34 - Credentialed Staff
- Official code
- 34-04
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facilitys outdoor play area contained litter, nails, glass or other hazards that posed a low potential for harm to children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A
- Inspector notes
- FSC observed the playground to have a hole in the resilient surface material which is a potential tripping hazard and TA was provided.
- Correction status
- Due by May 25, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-01
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documentation to show completion of a Department approved five-hour early literacy and language development course for child care personnel within 12 months of date of employment in child care industry and/or the early literacy course documentation was not uploaded in the Florida Pathways/Registry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.2 and 4.5, C
- Correction / follow-up note
- Staff member, SM, was hired on 2/17/2022. The due date for completion of The Early Literacy course was 2/17/2023. Technical assistance was provided. Early Literacy Training: Pursuant to section 402.305(2)(e)5., F.S., all childcare personnel must complete a single course of training in early literacy and language development of children ages birth through five years that is a minimum of five clock hours or .5 CEUs. Early literacy training must be completed within 12 months of date of employment in the childcare industry. Proof of completion may be documented on a certificate of course completion, classroom transcript, or diploma. Childcare personnel must complete one of the fo ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by May 25, 2023
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-06
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 10, number 1)
- Correction / follow-up note
- There were 2 toilets that were not in good repair. One of the toilets' top was missing and the other one would not flush. Technical assistance was provided. All child care facilities must be clean, in good repair, free from health and safety hazards and from evidence of, or presence of, vermin infestation. Indoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety and documented on a daily inspection log. Outdoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety. Any problems must be corrected before the play area is used by children. Documentation of the indoor play area inspection must be maintained for 12 months.
- Correction status
- Due by April 14, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facilitys outdoor play area contained litter, nails, glass or other hazards that posed a low potential for harm to children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A (Section 10.7, number 1)
- Inspector notes
- The licensing counselor observed a hole in the resilient surface material, which is a potential tripping hazard. Technical Assistance was provided. The outdoor play area must be clean and free from litter, nails, glass and other hazards.
- Correction status
- Due by April 14, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Bottles and/or sippy cups brought from home were not labeled with childs first and last name. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.5, B (Section 17.6, number 5)
- Inspector notes
- The licensing counselor observed bottles without first and last names. Technical assistance was provided. Bottles and sippy cups brought from home shall be individually labeled with the childs first and last name and shall be returned to the custodial parent or legal guardian daily.
- Correction status
- Due by April 14, 2023
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 28 - Bottles, Breastmilk, Formula and Infant Food
- Official code
- 28-02
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documentation to show completion of a Department approved five-hour early literacy and language development course for child care personnel within 12 months of date of employment in child care industry and/or the early literacy course documentation was not uploaded in the Florida Pathways/Registry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.2 and 4.5, C
- Correction / follow-up note
- Staff member, SM, was hired on 2/17/2022. The due date for completion of the Early Literacy course was 2/17/2023. Technical assistance was provided. Early Literacy Training: Pursuant to Section 402.305(2)(e)5., F.S., all child care personnel must complete a single course of training in early literacy and language development of children ages birth through five years that is a minimum of five clock hours or .5 CEUs. Early literacy training must be completed within 12 months of date of employment in the child care industry. Proof of completion may be documented on a certificate of course completion, classroom transcript, or diploma. Child care personnel must complete one of the ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 14, 2023
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-06
Higher concern: Medication
- Report finding
- A prescription or non-prescription medication, specifically [sunscreen], was dispensed without written authorization from the custodial parent or legal guardian. CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, A and K (Section 16, number 1)
- Correction / follow-up note
- The medical authorization was not on file. Technical assistance was provided. The child care program must have written authorization from the custodial parent or legal guardian to give prescription and non- prescription medications. This authorization must be dated and signed by the custodial parent or legal guardian and contain the childs name; the name of the medication to be given; and date, time and amount of the correct dosage to be given. Prescription and non-prescription medications that are used on an as needed basis require the parent/ legal guardian to provide additional documentation on the authorization form to describe symptoms that would require the medication t ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 14, 2023
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 40 - Medication
- Official code
- 40-01
Higher concern: Medication
- Report finding
- A medication, [epinephrine], brought to the center for administration, was not in its original container. CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, C (Section 16, number 3)
- Inspector notes
- The licensing counselor observed the epinephrine not in the original box. Technical assistance was provided. Prescription and non-prescription medication brought to the child care facility by the custodial parent or legal guardian must be in the original container. Prescription medication must have a label stating the name and contact information of the physician and/or pharmacy, childs name, name of the medication, and medication directions. 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.
- Correction status
- Due by April 14, 2023
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 40 - Medication
- Official code
- 40-04
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
How does the center ensure that appropriate staff-to-child ratios are maintained throughout the day, especially during transitions or when staff need to step away?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report noted a time when the required ratio was not met in an infant classroom. This question helps parents understand the current procedures for ensuring consistent supervision.
- Context
- The issue was resolved at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
Could you describe the center's current approach to child guidance and how you ensure all staff members are trained to follow your written discipline policies?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records show a past instance where a staff member did not follow the facility's written discipline policy. Asking about current training helps parents feel confident that all staff are aligned with the center's standards.
- Context
- The staff member involved is no longer employed at the facility.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your process for tracking staff training requirements to ensure all teachers remain current with their mandatory certifications?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records show that staff training requirements have been a recurring topic in multiple reports over the last few years. This question allows the director to explain how they manage and monitor these requirements today.
- Context
- A later clean inspection was recorded on 3/19/2026.
Related violations
General question
How do you manage enrollment documentation, such as immunization records, to ensure all files are complete and up to date for every child?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Maintaining accurate health records is a key part of daily administrative operations. Understanding how the center manages these files helps parents know their child's health information is being tracked correctly.
General question
What opportunities do parents have to communicate with teachers about their child's daily routine and development?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Regular communication between home and the classroom is essential for a child's successful experience. This question helps parents understand how they can stay involved and informed about their child's day.