Gold Seal, School Readiness, VPK, After School, Food Served, Full Day, Infant Care
Hours:
Mon-Fri: 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
Capacity:
75
License expiration:
March 16, 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
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Next: Review the inspection history below and ask the provider what the records mean and what changed afterward.
Latest inspectionJuly 7, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsJuly 7, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 14 available inspections for Faith First Preschool from February 27, 2023 through July 7, 2026.
Four inspections recorded violations, with eight recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on June 20, 2024 and involved background screening.
Seven later inspections, from July 12, 2024 through July 7, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.
At a glance
Total inspections
14
3 in last 12 months
Recorded violations
8
0 in last 12 months
Higher-concern violations
3
0 in last 12 months
Repeated topics
1
Last 36 months
Local comparison
14 total inspections vs 4 local median in 32246
Compared to 28 local facilities
Recorded violations per inspection
This provider
0.57
Local median
0.25
0.57This provider
0.25Local median
Inspections with higher-concern violations
This provider
21%
Local median
10%
21%This provider
10%Local median
Inspections with recorded violations
This provider
29%
Local median
18%
29%This provider
18%Local median
Repeated topics
This provider
1
Local average
0.57
1This provider
0.57Local average
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Health or food records
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
Preparation of food occurred in an area that is not a designated food preparation area. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.1
Correction / follow-up note
Counselor observed during inspection that the facility was providing food services. Counselor observed that the facility, as of 4/1/2024, no longer has parent's provide AM snack, lunch and PM snack. The facility provides prepackaged AM & PM snacks. The facility has staff member(s) pick up lunch from Cracker Barrel Monday through Thursday's, and Pizza Hut on Friday's. Provider will portion the lunches picked up from Cracker Barrel or PIzza Hut and the facility does not have a kitchen or food preparation area at the facility. Counselor observed a menu, a food acceptance log and disposal forks and spoons during inspection. Provider submitted policies, plans and pictures to couns ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by July 8, 2024
More details
Report section
FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
Official code
24-02
Higher concern: Background screening
Report finding
Background screening was not completed: [ after a 90-day break in service.] CCF Handbook, Section 5.2 Record Keeping [SR]
Inspector notes
Counselor observed one staff member with child care industry start date of 9/22/2022, left left the child care industry start date 9/21/2023. Counselor observed the one staff member became employed with facility on 4/29/2024. Counselor observed that the one staff member had a background screening clearance letter with an eligibility date of 9/13/2022. The one staff member had a 90 day break in service and a background screening was not initiated as a resubmission as of inspection date. Counselor gave technical assistance from the Child Care Facility Handbook: 5.2 Re-Screening A screening conducted under this rule is valid for five years, at which time a re-screen must be cond ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
Bottles and/or sippy cups brought from home were not labeled with childs first and last name. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.5, B Food and Nutrition [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
Counselor observed over 9 bottles/sippys in multiple classrooms that were not labeled with first and last names during inspection. Counselor gave technical assistance from the Child Care Facility Handbook: 3.9.5 Food Handling B. 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. Corrective Action: Provider is to submit documentation of all staff members written signatures that they understand and will maintain CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.5, B. Provider is to submit to counselor via e-mail the documentation.
Correction status
Due by October 25, 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 child care personnel had begun the introductory training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.1
Inspector notes
Counselor observed one staff member with employment date 7/6/2023 that did not begin the introductory training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry as of inspection date. Counselor gave technical assistance from the Child Care Facility: 4.1 Beginning Training Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month must begin training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry and successfully complete Departments training within 12 months from the date training begins. Training taken prior to employment in the child care industry does not constitute begin training. The begin training timeframes begin at the time of employm ... [truncated]
The facility did not have documentation to show child care personnel had begun the introductory training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.1
Inspector notes
Counselor observed one staff member's personnel record with employment date at facility of 1/23/2023 that did not begin the introductory training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry. Prior to counselor typing inspection and submitting to provider via e-mail for signature on 7/10/2023, provider submitted the staff members training transcript via e-mail on 7/10/2023. Counselor observed that the staff member started the 40 hour introductory course on 7/10/2023. Counselor gave technical assistance from the Child Care Facility Handbook: 4.1 Beginning Training Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month must begin training withi ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-03
Higher concern: Medication
Report finding
Written directions on the prescription label, the manufacturers label or from the childs doctor for dispensing prescription or non- prescription medication were not followed in that [5 children had Tylenol present and 1 child with Hydrocortisone cream that stated the children's weight and under 2 years of age to ask a doctor]. CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, C
Inspector notes
Counselor observed 5 children that had Tylenol present and 1 child with Hydrocortisone cream present that were under the age of 2. Counselor observed that the Tylenol stated the children's weight and under 2 years of age to ask a doctor to utilize the medication. Counselor observed that 2 of the 5 children were given the Tylenol. Counselor observed that all of the 6 children were under the age of 2. Counselor observed that the Hydrocortisone cream stated that children under the age of 2 is to ask a doctor. The medication also stated that if the medication is utilized for diapering to consult a director. Counselor did not observe any prescriptions during inspection or doctor's ... [truncated]
The facility did not have documentation to show child care personnel had begun the introductory training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.1
Inspector notes
Counselor observed 2 staff members personnel records that were employed on 9/22/2022 and 11/1/2022 that had not begun the introductory training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry as of inspection date. Counselor gave technical assistance from the Child Care Facility Handbook: 4.1 Beginning Training Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month must begin training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry and successfully complete Departments training within 12 months from the date training begins. Training taken prior to employment in the child care industry does not constitute begin training. The begin traini ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-03
Higher concern: Medication
Report finding
A medication, [Nystatin and Ofloxacin], brought to the center for administration, was not in its original container. CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, C (Section 16, number 3) Health Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
Counselor observed 3 prescription medications, 2- Nystatin and 1-Ofloxacin, that were not in their original containers during inspection and no prescription label was present during inspection. Counselor gave technical assistance from the Child Care Facility Handbook: 6.5 Medication C. 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 di ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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
Could you describe the current process for ensuring all staff members have updated background screening documentation?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from a June 2024 inspection show a finding regarding background screening documentation for a staff member who had a break in service. This question helps parents understand how the center manages personnel records and compliance requirements.
Context
The finding was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How does the center manage and track medication administration for children in your care?
Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from July 2023 noted concerns regarding the administration and storage of medication. Asking this helps parents understand the current protocols for handling medical needs and ensuring staff follow proper procedures.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What are your current procedures for food handling and storage, especially since you provide meals for the children?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records show that food-related topics, such as preparation areas and labeling, have appeared in multiple reports. This question allows the provider to explain the steps taken to maintain proper food safety standards.
Related violations
General question
How do you ensure that all new staff members complete their required introductory training within the expected timeframes?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from previous inspections noted instances where staff training documentation was not fully up to date. This question helps parents learn about the center's current approach to staff development and regulatory training requirements.
General question
What is your process for communicating with parents about daily routines and any changes in center policies?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Establishing clear communication channels is essential for families to feel informed about their child's daily experience. This question helps parents understand how the center shares information and maintains transparency with families.