Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.86
- Local median
- 0.48
On Our Way Learning Center
7801 Lone Star Rd, Jacksonville, FL 32211
- License:
- C04DU1495
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 11, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, VPK, After School, Before School, Drop In, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:00AM to 5:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 82
- License expiration:
- June 4, 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 inspectionMay 28, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMay 28, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 14 available inspections for On Our Way Learning Center from May 12, 2023 through May 28, 2026.
Four inspections recorded violations, with 12 recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on May 13, 2026 and involved emergency preparedness, with a due date of May 27, 2026.
Hazardous access was a higher-concern topic that showed up in one inspection.
A later inspection showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether it was a formal follow-up.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 14
- Recorded violations
- 12
- Higher-concern violations
- 1
- Repeated topics
- 3
5 in last 12 months
7 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
14 total inspections vs 6 local median in 32211
Compared to 39 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 7%
- Local median
- 8%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 29%
- Local median
- 26%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 3
- Local average
- 0.69
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Facility condition
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 5 recorded violations.
September 25, 2023January 11, 2024May 13, 2026Emergency preparedness
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
January 7, 2026May 13, 2026Health or food records
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
January 7, 2026May 13, 2026Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- A toilet facility opened directly into an area where food was prepared. CCF Handbook, Section 3.7, E (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection (Day 1), in the facilitys Threes and Fours classrooms, the Licensing Specialist (LS) observed the facilitys Director preparing lunch plates utilizing a counter located between the Threes and Fours classrooms. The counter area is positioned between two- bathroom entrance doorways, with one bathroom entrance located on each side of the counter. The LS observed a cart containing prepared lunch plates for children in care. The counter contained on it an air fryer, a pan containing hot dogs positioned in front of the air fryer, a crockpot containing beans, a fruit cup, and a microwave with an empty pan positioned in front of it. On Day 2 of the inspection ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by May 27, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 21 - Restrooms and Bath Facilities
- Official code
- 21-08
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documented proof of an annual fire inspection by the local fire authority. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, A (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection (Day 1), the LS requested the programs annual fire approval. Per the provider, the fire approval is provided to the program from the property owner. The LS requested the programs annual fire approval again on Day 2 of the inspection but was informed by personnel from the property owners office that the property did not pass during the fire inspection in April. The office personnel also stated the fire department would return to the property to reinspect the property early next week. During the conversation with the office personnel a fire Lieutenant (LT) approached the facility to inspect the childcare program. The LT. was also informed by the office ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by May 27, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Preparation of food occurred in an area that is not a designated food preparation area. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection on day 1 the LS observed food preparation in a non-designated food prep area. The LS observed food being prepared in an area between the threes and fours/VPK room, the designated food prep area was the facilitys (previously closed) ones classroom (a classroom separate room from infants). This room was measured and removed from the programs capacity calculator. Per the provider the food preparation area had to be moved to the infants room (licensed classroom) due to mechanical issues in the ones classroom. Since then, infants and ones classrooms have been combined, and class is held in the former ones classroom and designated food prep area (per facil ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by May 27, 2026
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-02
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- The diapering area was not physically separated from the food preparation, service or feeding area. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Inspection Day 1: At the time of inspection, the LS observed the diaper changing station/table adjacent to the food preparation area. Per the infants teacher in the newly combined infant and ones class, the infant bottles are made in the classroom. The Ls also observed infant feeding supplies located in the top cabinet in the classroom. The wall where the diaper changing table was located, also contained the food prep area: sinks, and cabinets containing infant formula, gallon water, and on inspection day 2 prepackaged, prepared sandwiches. 3.10.2 Diapering Requirements C. Handwashing sinks must not be used for food service preparation, dishwashing, or food clean up. D. The d ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by May 27, 2026
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
- Official code
- 30-04
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documentation of a fire extinguisher being properly maintained to include being serviced and retagged timely, and/or with a current certificate. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, B Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- The LS observed a fire extinguisher in the 3 years old classroom that had not been serviced/tagged. Per the provider, the Church the facility is leasing with typically has the fire extinguisher serviced. The date the fire extinguisher was last serviced was observed to be March 2024. 3.8.2 Fire Safety B. Fire extinguishers with a minimum rating of 2A:10BC must be properly installed, serviced and maintained with current inspection tags at all tim es. C. The distance to the nearest extinguisher shall not be more than 75 feet from rooms occupied by children. A fire extinguisher must be present in vehicles used to transport children and areas where food is prepared The provider mu ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by January 21, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-05
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Preparation of food occurred in an area that is not a designated food preparation area. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.1 Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the LS observed the Ones classroom, which is included in the licensed capacity and had previously been closed, being utilized as a food preparation area. The food preparation area contained a three-compartment sink; however, the LS also observed childcare-related items stored in the proposed food preparation area. 3.9 Food Preparation/Food Service 3.9.1 Food Preparation Area A food preparation area is a designated room, such as a kitchen, or a designated space in a facility not normally used or accessible to the children in daily operations for indoor play, classroom, work or nap spaces, and not included when calculating usable indoor floor spac ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by February 9, 2026
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-02
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Stored food was not consumed or discarded on or before the expiration date listed by the manufacturer. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, B Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing Specialist (LS) observed four (4) 18-count cartons of eggs stored in the refrigerator located in the Threes classroom. One of the four cartons was partially depleted and contained eggs that were past the expiration date. 3.9.2 Food Storage Proper storage of food is essential to prevent food contamination, as well as, insect and rodent infestation. Correct handling and storage of all food is a key component in preventing food-borne illnesses. To prevent bacteria growth, cold food must be kept at or below 41 degrees Fahrenheit and hot foods at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Facilities choosing to prepare food must have a designated spa ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-18
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
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- The facilitys fencing walls or gate area had gaps that could allow children to exit the outdoor play area. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, F Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the FSC observed an open area in the center's playground fencing. Child Care Facility Handbook states: 3.5 Outdoor Play Area F. The outdoor play area must have adequate fencing or walls a minimum of 4 feet in height. Fencing, including gates, must be continuous and must not have gaps or opening larger than 3 inches that would allow children to exit the outdoor play area. The base of the fence must remain at ground level and be free from erosion or buildup to prevent inside and outside access by children or animals. These areas must have at least two exits, with at least one being remote from the buildings. If an outdoor play area was approved for us ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by January 26, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-06
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- A toilet facility opened directly into an area where food was prepared. CCF Handbook, Section 3.7, E Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the FSC observed the center's food prep area to be outside of the bathrooms utilized by the VPK students. 3.7 Restrooms and Bath Facilities E. Bathrooms must not open directly into an area where food is prepared. A toilet facility may open directly into an area used by children where food is served, such as into a classroom where tables/chairs have multiple uses.
- Correction status
- Due by January 26, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 21 - Restrooms and Bath Facilities
- Official code
- 21-08
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- A three compartment sink (or two compartment sink plus portable compartment receptacle) used for ware washing and sanitization was not utilized properly in that [the center only had one sink labeled \"dishwashing/sanitizing\"]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.4, B
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the FSC observed one sink in the kitchen labeled "dishwashing/sanitizing" on the left side of the food prep counter. There was another sink on the far-right side of the counter labeled handwashing. 3.9.4 Dishwashing and Sanitization B. An installed three compartment sink, or an installed two-compartment sink with a non-stationary or portable compartment receptacle. 1. Installed compartment sinks may be used to wash produce and to fill cooking pots and pans with water when not in use for dishwashing. 2. Sinks must be sanitized before and after each use. 3. The first compartment must be used for washing; the second compartment must be used for rinsing ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by January 26, 2024
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 29 - Health and Sanitation
- Official code
- 29-14
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- The sink and/or toilet was not maintained in good operating condition, clean and/or sanitized or disinfected. CCF Handbook, Section 3.7, I Physical Environment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- Counselor observed a hand washing sink broken with very sharp edges accessible to the children. Counselor gave the provider a due date of 10/6/2023 to bring back to compliance. Children were redirected to an alternate washing area. 3.7 Restrooms and Bath Facilities A. Each child care facility must provide and maintain bathroom facilities that are easily accessible, and at a height usable by the children. Platforms may be used if they are safely constructed and have an impervious surface that can be easily cleaned and sanitized.
- Correction status
- Due by October 9, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 21 - Restrooms and Bath Facilities
- Official code
- 21-11
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The facility failed to maintain documentation of meal and snack menus for at least 12 months. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, H and Section 7, B.13.
- Correction / follow-up note
- Counselor observed 5 classrooms. There were no lunch menus available or posted. When counselor asked for a menu, counselor was told they did not have one. Provider is to provide a menu of food being served for this week and the next 2 weeks by the due date of 10/06/2023. 3.9.3 Food Safety Handling of food in a safe and careful manner prevents the spread of bacteria, viruses and fungi. Outbreaks of foodborne illnesses have occurred in many settings, including child care facilities. H. Meal and snack menus must be planned, written, dated, and posted at the beginning of each week in an easily seen place, accessible to the parents/guardians. Any menu substitutions must be noted o ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by October 9, 2023
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 26 - Meal and Snack Menus
- Official code
- 26-02
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 describe the current process for ensuring the playground fencing remains secure and free of gaps?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records show an inspection in January 2024 identified an issue with the playground fencing. Asking about current maintenance practices helps parents understand how the facility ensures the outdoor play area remains secure.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you manage the annual fire inspection process to ensure all documentation is up to date?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records show that documentation regarding fire safety and annual inspections has been a topic in multiple reports. This question allows the provider to explain their current administrative process for maintaining these records.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps have been taken to ensure that food preparation and diapering areas remain physically separated?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from May 2026 noted that the diapering area was not physically separated from the food preparation area. This question helps parents understand how the facility currently organizes these spaces to maintain hygiene standards.
- Context
- A later inspection on 5/28/2026 did not note this concern.
Related violations
Finding-specific
Could you walk me through how you designate and maintain specific areas for food preparation?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records indicate that the use of designated food preparation areas has been mentioned in several inspections. Asking about this helps parents understand how the center ensures food safety and proper facility usage.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you ensure that bathroom facilities are maintained in good working order throughout the day?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records show that the maintenance and layout of bathroom facilities have been discussed in multiple reports. This question helps parents understand the center's routine for facility upkeep and hygiene.
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