Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 1.17
- Local median
- 0.25
Communities In Schools Of Jacksonville, Inc. At Southside Estates Elementary
9766 Jupiter Ct S, Jacksonville, FL 32246
- License:
- C04DU1646
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 11, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- After School, Food Served
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 3:00PM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 125
- License expiration:
- November 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
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 inspectionMay 29, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMay 29, 2026
Summary
This summary covers six available inspections for Communities In Schools Of Jacksonville, Inc. At Southside Estates Elementary from October 24, 2025 through May 29, 2026.
Two inspections recorded violations, with seven recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on February 27, 2026 and involved staff training.
Background screening was a higher-concern topic that showed up in one inspection.
Three later inspections, from March 12, 2026 through May 29, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 6
- Recorded violations
- 7
- Higher-concern violations
- 1
- Repeated topics
- 1
6 in last 12 months
7 in last 12 months
1 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
6 total inspections vs 4 local median in 32246
Compared to 28 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 17%
- Local median
- 10%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 33%
- Local median
- 18%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 1
- 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.
Staff training
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
February 3, 2026February 27, 2026Inspection 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 40 hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement. SACCF Handbook Section 4.2.1
- Inspector notes
- While reviewing standard #37-01, Licensing Specialist observed during the offsite reinspection that 1 staff member with employment date in the child care industry of 8/1/2023 and employment date at the facility of 8/18/2025 did not complete the 40 hour Introductory Child Care Training Courses as of the reinspection date. Licensing Specialist gave technical assistance from the School Age Handbook: 4.2.1 Mandated Introductory Training Child care personnel, including volunteers that work 10 hours or more per month, must successfully complete 40 hours of child care training as evidenced by successful completion of competency examinations offered by the Department or its designate ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 28 - Training Requirements SACCF Handbook, Section 4
- Official code
- 28-01
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facility's outdoor play area was not fenced to prevent children's access to a water hazard. SACCF Handbook, Section 3.5, E
- Inspector notes
- #17-4 During inspection provider informed Licensing Specialist that They were not utilizing the outdoor play area that was licensed and measured during initial inspection. Provider stated that they were utilizing the basketball court. Licensing Specialist measured the basketball court during inspection and observed the outdoor play area. Licensing Specialist observed a gate that was 7 inches above the ground level and allowed access to a water hazard. Licensing Specialist gave technical assistance from the School Age Handbook: 3.5 Outdoor Play Area E. The facilitys outdoor play area must be fenced as required by local ordinances to prevent access by children to all water haza ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 10, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing SACCF Handbook, Section 3.5
- Official code
- 17-04
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The base of the fence in the outdoor play area was not at ground level and could allow inside or outside access by children or animals. SACCF Handbook, Section 3.5, F
- Inspector notes
- Licensing Specialist observed more than 8 pieces of fencing and 2 gates on the outdoor play area that were not at ground level during inspection.Licensing Specialist gave technical assistance from the School Age Handbook: 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 openings larger than 3 1/2 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 build-up to prevent inside or outside access by children or animals. These areas must have at least two exi ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 10, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing SACCF Handbook, Section 3.5
- Official code
- 17-07
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. SACCF Handbook, Section 4.1
- Inspector notes
- Licensing Specialist observed one staff member with employment date 10/15/2025 that did not begin the 40 hour child care training courses as of inspection date. LS gave technical assistance from the School Age Handbook: 4.1 Beginning Training Child care personnel must begin training within 90 days of employment and successfully complete the 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 timeframe begins at the time of employment in the child care industry. Training completion may not exceed 15 months from the date of employment in the chil ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by March 10, 2026
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 28 - Training Requirements SACCF Handbook, Section 4
- Official code
- 28-03
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facility's first aid kit was missing the following items: [ Soap and hand sanitizer, Bottled water, Digital thermometer]. SACCF Handbook, Section 6.2, C
- Inspector notes
- Licensing Specialist observed during inspection that the First Aid Kit was missing soap, hand sanitizer, a thermometer and a bottle of water. LS gave technical assistance from the School Age Handbook: 6.2 First Aid Kit Minimum Requirements C. Each kit must be kept in a closed container and labeled First Aid and must, at a minimum include: 1. Soap and hand sanitizer (to be used with supervision if hands are not visibly soiled and if no water is present), 2. Adhesive bandages, 3. Disposable, non-porous gloves, 4. Cotton balls or applicators, 5. Sterile gauze pads or rolls, 6. Adhesive tape, 7. Digital Thermometer, 8. Tweezers, 9. Pre-moistened wipes, 10. Scissors, 11. Bottled w ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by February 19, 2026
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 32 - First Aid Requirements SACCF Handbook, Section 4.2.2 and 6.2
- Official code
- 32-06
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- Personnel records or copies of records were not being maintained at the facility and available for review by the licensing authority. SACCF Handbook, Section 7.4
- Correction / follow-up note
- Licensing Specialist could not observe two staff members personnel records on file during the inspection due to the personnel records not being present on day 1 or day 2 of the inspection.Licensing Specialist gave technical assistance from the School Age Handbook: 7.4 Personnel RecordsRecords must be maintained and kept current on all child care personnel, as defined by section 402.302(3), F.S. These records shall be on-site, available for review by the licensing authority Corrective Action: Provider is to submit the two staff members complete personnel record to Licensing Specialist via e-mail for review.
- Correction status
- Due by February 19, 2026
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 37 - Personnel Records SACCF Handbook, Section 7.4
- Official code
- 37-01
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- An employment history verification was not documented and on file. SACCF Handbook, Section 5.1, D
- Correction / follow-up note
- Licensing Specialist observed two staff members employment history that did not include the full 5 year employment history. Licensing Specialist gave technical assistance from the School Age Handbook: 5.1 Initial Screening D. The employer/owner/operator must conduct employment history checks, including documented attempts to contact each employer that employed the individual within the preceding five years, and documentation of the findings. Documentation must include the applicants job title and description of his/her regular duties, confirmation of employment dates, and level of job performance. The employer/owner/operator must make at least three attempts to obtain employm ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by February 19, 2026
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 38 - Background Screening Documents SACCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 and Section 5
- Official code
- 38-04
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
What is your current process for ensuring that all staff employment history and background screening documents are complete and on file?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an inspection in February 2026 show that employment history verification was not documented for some staff. Asking about this helps parents understand how the center maintains its personnel records today.
Related violations
Finding-specific
Could you describe how you track staff training requirements to ensure everyone stays up to date with their mandatory courses?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records from February 2026 indicate that staff training documentation and completion were noted as areas for improvement across multiple visits. This question helps parents understand the current system for managing staff professional development.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you regularly inspect and maintain your outdoor play areas to ensure they remain secure and ready for the children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from February 2026 noted concerns regarding the maintenance of fencing in the outdoor play area. This question allows parents to learn about the center's current maintenance schedule and safety checks.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your protocol for keeping first aid kits stocked and ensuring all required supplies are available at all times?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from February 2026 show that a first aid kit was missing some required items during an inspection. Asking this helps parents understand the center's current process for monitoring emergency supplies.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you ensure that all essential personnel records are kept organized and readily available for review?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An inspection report from February 2026 mentioned that certain personnel records were not available on-site during the visit. This question helps parents understand how the center manages and stores important staff documentation.
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