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Little Child Steps Learning Academy LLC

461 Old Highway 17, Crescent City, FL 32112

License:
C07PU0002
Type:
Child Care Facility
Status:
Licensed
Records checked:
July 14, 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: 6:00AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
Capacity:
75
License expiration:
March 6, 2027
Typical cost: $802 (Under 1)
Child’s age

$802/mo

Median daily rate: $37.00 (non-Gold Seal only)

Official Florida Division of Early Learning Putnam 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 inspectionJune 11, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsJune 11, 2026

Summary

This summary covers 11 available inspections for Little Child Steps Learning Academy LLC from February 9, 2023 through June 11, 2026.

One inspection recorded a violation, with one recorded violation in total.

The most recent higher-concern violation was on October 21, 2024 and involved background screening.

Five later inspections, from February 3, 2025 through June 11, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.

At a glance

Total inspections
11

3 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
1

0 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
1

0 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
0

Last 36 months

Local comparison

11 total inspections vs 11 local median in Putnam County

Compared to 31 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
0.09
Local median
0.33

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
9%
Local median
10%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
9%
Local median
18%

Repeated topics

This provider
0
Local average
0.77

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.

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Higher concern: Background screening
Report finding
The facility failed to maintain a current Employee/Contractor Roster for all child care personnel in the Clearinghouse. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, K (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
There were two staff that had left employment with facility. One on 7/29/24 and the other on 8/9/24. Review of BGS on 10/18/24 and 10/21/24 proved that this was not completed with 5 business days as required. This was corrected 10/21/24. 5 Background Screening page 51 and 52 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. K. The employer/owner/oper ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
Official code
45-09

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 explain the process for updating your staff roster in the state Clearinghouse when an employee leaves the facility?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from an October 2024 inspection show the facility needed to update its personnel roster in the state system. Asking about this process helps families understand how the center ensures its staff records remain current.
Context
The record indicates this was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
General question

What steps do you take to ensure that all staff members have completed their required background screenings before they begin working with children?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Understanding how a center manages staff compliance helps parents feel confident about the team members interacting with their children daily. This question focuses on general administrative practices regarding personnel requirements.
General question

How do you communicate with families if there are changes in the teaching staff for a specific classroom?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Consistent communication regarding classroom staffing helps families maintain a sense of stability and connection with the caregivers. This topic provides insight into how the center keeps parents informed about daily operations.
General question

What is your approach to onboarding new staff members to ensure they are fully integrated into the center's safety and supervision routines?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Learning about the training process for new hires helps parents understand how the center maintains high standards of care as the team grows or changes. This question highlights the importance of consistent supervision practices.
General question

How does the leadership team monitor daily operations to ensure that all administrative and safety requirements are consistently met?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Asking about internal oversight helps parents understand the management style and the commitment to maintaining a well-organized environment. This question focuses on how the director stays engaged with the center's ongoing compliance.