Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.22
- Local median
- 0.25
The Elsie Academy, LLC
11265 Alumni Way, Jacksonville, FL 32246
- License:
- C04DU1486
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 11, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, VPK, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care, Weekend Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Sun: 7:30AM to 11:30PM
- Capacity:
- 88
- License expiration:
- December 10, 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
Recent higher-concern violation
At least one higher-concern violation appears in the last 12 months.
Next: Read reports, examine repeated topics below, look at the broader history, and ask what changed afterward.
Latest inspectionMarch 11, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMarch 11, 2026
Summary
This summary covers nine available inspections for The Elsie Academy, LLC from December 6, 2023 through March 11, 2026.
One inspection recorded a violation, with two recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on July 16, 2025 and involved background screening, with a due date of August 18, 2025.
Three later inspections, from August 22, 2025 through March 11, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 9
- Recorded violations
- 2
- Higher-concern violations
- 1
- Repeated topics
- 0
4 in last 12 months
2 in last 12 months
1 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
9 total inspections vs 4 local median in 32246
Compared to 28 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 11%
- Local median
- 10%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 11%
- Local median
- 18%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 0
- Local average
- 0.57
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
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Child care personnel, including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the required in-service training during the states fiscal year beginning July 1 and ending June 30. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.7 Training [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Licensing Specialist observed one staff member with employment date- 2/13/2024, child care industry start date- 10/16/2015 that completed the 40 hour introductory child care training courses on 10/29/2005. As of inspection date, the staff member did not complete the 10 hours of required in-service training during July 1, 2024 to June 30, 2025. Licensing Specialist gave technical assistance from the Child Care Facility Handbook: 4.2.7 Annual In-Service Training Upon successful completion of the 40-hour introductory training requirements, child care personnel must complete a minimum of 10 clock-hours or one CEU of in-service training annually during the states fiscal year begin ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by August 18, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-07
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- Employment history check did not include all required information including applicants, job title, description of regular duties, confirmation of employment dates, and level of job performance. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, D Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Licensing Specialist was not able to observe 5 staff members complete 5 year history with reference checks conducted during inspection, due to the information not being on file. Licensing Specialist gave technical assistance from the Child Care Facility Handbook: 5.1 Initial Screening A screening must be conducted as a condition of employment. The employer/owner/operator must review each employment application to assess the relevancy of any issue uncovered by the complete background screening, including any arrest, pending criminal charge, or conviction, and must use this information in employment decisions in accordance with state laws. D. The employer/owner/operator must co ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by August 18, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-05
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
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
Can you walk me through your current process for verifying and maintaining staff employment history records?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records show an inspection report from July 2025 where some staff employment history documentation was missing. This question helps clarify how the center ensures all required background and employment information is kept up to date for every employee.
- Context
- A later inspection on March 11, 2026, was completed with no findings.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you track and ensure that all staff members complete their required annual in-service training hours on time?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from July 2025 noted that a staff member had not completed their required annual training hours. Asking about this process helps parents understand how the center manages ongoing professional development for their team.
- Context
- A later inspection on March 11, 2026, was completed with no findings.
Related violations
General question
What is your typical approach for onboarding new staff to ensure they are fully prepared before they begin working with children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Understanding the training and preparation process for new hires helps parents feel confident about the quality of care and supervision provided in the classroom.
General question
How do you communicate with families regarding daily routines and any changes in classroom staffing or activities?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Clear communication between the center and families is essential for maintaining consistency and trust in the care environment.
General question
Could you describe the daily supervision plan for the classrooms to ensure children are always well-monitored?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Learning about supervision strategies helps parents understand how the center maintains a secure and attentive environment for all children throughout the day.