Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.09
- Local median
- 0.19
Amelia Island Montessori School
1423 Julia St, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034
- License:
- C04NA0004
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 14, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- After School, Before School, Full Day, Half Day
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:30AM to 5:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 135
- License expiration:
- March 26, 2027
Typical cost: $979 (Under 1)
Child’s age
$979/mo
Median daily rate: $45.20 (non-Gold Seal only)
Official Florida Division of Early Learning Nassau 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 inspectionFebruary 19, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsFebruary 19, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 11 available inspections for Amelia Island Montessori School from February 22, 2023 through February 19, 2026.
One inspection recorded a violation, with one recorded violation in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on November 3, 2023 and involved medication.
Eight later inspections, from February 13, 2024 through February 19, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 11
- Recorded violations
- 1
- Higher-concern violations
- 1
- Repeated topics
- 0
3 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
11 total inspections vs 11 local median in 32034
Compared to 17 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 9%
- Local median
- 7%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 9%
- Local median
- 15%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 0
- Local average
- 0.18
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
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: Medication
- Report finding
- Medication which had expired or is no longer being administered was not discarded or returned to the custodial parent or legal guardian. CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, H
- Inspector notes
- Counselor observed a child's EpiPen that expired on 9/2023. Staff called child's parent to come pick up the expired EpiPen. Technical Assistance from Child care Facility Handbook: 6.5 Medication H. Medication that has expired or that is no longer being dispensed must be returned to the custodial parent or legal guardian or discarded.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 40 - Medication
- Official code
- 40-17
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 walk me through your process for tracking and managing medication expiration dates?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records show an inspection from November 2023 where an expired medication was found on-site. This question helps clarify how the center currently monitors health supplies to ensure they are always current.
- Context
- The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection, and there have been multiple clean inspections since that date.
Related violations
General question
How do you handle communication with families regarding daily activities or any health-related updates?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Establishing clear communication channels helps parents stay informed about their child's daily routine and any important health or safety updates from the staff.
General question
What is your approach to staff training for maintaining safety and health standards in the classroom?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Understanding how staff are prepared for their roles provides insight into the center's commitment to consistent care and operational standards.
General question
Can you describe the daily routine and how you ensure children are supervised during transitions between activities?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Learning about the daily schedule and supervision practices helps families understand how the center manages group dynamics throughout the day.
General question
What steps do you take to ensure that all classroom materials and equipment are kept in good condition?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Regular maintenance of the facility and materials is a key part of providing a well-organized and supportive environment for children.