Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.33
- Local median
- 0.25
Melrose Preschool
3077 Plymouth St, Jacksonville, FL 32205
- License:
- C04DU1529
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 11, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- Food Served, Full Day, Half Day
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 8:00AM to 5:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 134
- License expiration:
- June 2, 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 28, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsApril 28, 2026
Summary
This summary covers nine available inspections for Melrose Preschool from May 30, 2024 through April 28, 2026.
Three inspections recorded violations, with three recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on January 9, 2026 and involved incident records.
Background screening 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
- 9
- Recorded violations
- 3
- Higher-concern violations
- 1
- Repeated topics
- 0
4 in last 12 months
1 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
9 total inspections vs 9 local median in 32205
Compared to 29 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 11%
- Local median
- 8%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 33%
- Local median
- 25%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 0
- Local average
- 0.52
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
Medium concern: Incident records
- Report finding
- Child care personnel failed to share the accident/incident form with the custodial parent/ legal guardian or the individual authorized to pick up child on the day that the incident occurred. CCF Handbook, Section 6.4, B & D
- Inspector notes
- Specialist was informed that the parent of the child was not informed until 1.6.26 and the incident had occurred before winter break on 12.19.25Per the CCF Handbook6.4 Accident/Incident NotificationB. This documentation must be shared with the custodial parent or legal guardian on the date of occurrence.[...]D. The documentation must be maintained for 12 months. If the parent or legal guardian does not pick up the child on the date of occurrence of the accident or incident, the individual authorized to pick up the child must sign and be provided a copy of the accident/incident form.Technical assistance was provided regarding accident/incident documentation, and that parents/l ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 39 - Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation
- Official code
- 39-04
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Child Care personnel, who were not in compliance with training requirements when they left the industry, did not complete required training and any new mandated training before returning to the industry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.3, B
- Inspector notes
- Specialist observed a personnel K.L who had started the industry in 2.20.24 and left in 2.15.2025. The personnel had not completed her 45 hours training within the first year of employment. K.L had returned 3.21.2025 and still had not had completed the 45 hour training. 4.3 Break in Service [...] B. In the event an individual leaves the child care industry not in compliance with the training requirements and returns to the industry either at the same or a different child care facility, he or she must comply with the training requirements described in this section, as well as any new training requirements that may have been added during the gap in employment in the child care ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-05
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- The personnel record for the individual indicated the person had been arrested for and are awaiting final disposition of, have been found guilty of, regardless of adjudication, or entered a plea of nolo contendere or guilty to any offense noted in Section 435.04, Florida Statute, which disqualifies the person from employment and the owner/operator failed to take appropriate action in that [an individual was hired, selected, or otherwise allowed to have contact with vulnerable persons without an eligible Level II screening].s 435.04 F.S.
- Report comments
- The investigation revealed that the program hired an individual for the role of Teacher's Assistant despite the individual having a disqualified BGS. The individual listed on the Supplemental Inspection Sheet was hired for training on 11/12/2025; while training, the individual was allowed access to the children in the child care program. The individual was employed for 27 days before their resignation on January 4, 2025. For the duration of the individual's employment, their BGS remained in the not eligible status. Though the individual was going through the Exemption from Disqualification process for BGS, they were not eligible for employment during the appeal process. It wa ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-03
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
Could you describe your current process for ensuring that all staff members have completed their required background screenings before they begin working with children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an inspection in 2025 show a finding regarding an individual who was allowed to have contact with children before their background screening was eligible. This question helps parents understand the current internal checks used to verify staff eligibility.
- Context
- The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your procedure for notifying parents if an incident or accident occurs during the day?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from January 2026 noted a finding where a parent was not informed of an incident on the day it occurred. This question helps parents understand how the center ensures timely communication regarding child health and safety.
- Context
- The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you track and verify that all staff members are up to date with their required professional development and training hours?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records from 2025 show a finding where a staff member had not completed required training before returning to the industry. This question helps parents understand how the center manages staff compliance with training standards.
- Context
- The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
General question
How do you handle staff turnover and ensure that new or returning employees are fully integrated into your safety and supervision protocols?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Understanding how a center manages transitions helps parents feel confident that consistent care and safety standards are maintained regardless of changes in personnel.
General question
What methods do you use to ensure that teachers are actively supervising children throughout the day, especially during transitions or outdoor play?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Active supervision is a core component of a safe environment. Asking about these practices helps parents understand how the center maintains a watchful eye on all children at all times.