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Kid City Usa Palatka

3420 Saint Johns Ave, Palatka, FL 32177

License:
C07PU0083
Type:
Child Care Facility
Status:
Licensed
Records checked:
July 14, 2026
Additional info
Programs and services:
School Readiness, VPK, After School, Before School, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care, Transportation
Hours:
Mon-Fri: 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
Capacity:
79
License expiration:
June 4, 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

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 7, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMay 7, 2026

Summary

This summary covers nine available inspections for Kid City Usa Palatka from June 4, 2024 through May 7, 2026.

Two inspections recorded violations, with three recorded violations in total.

The most recent higher-concern violation was on February 2, 2026 and involved supervision.

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

5 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
3

3 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
1

1 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
0

Last 36 months

Local comparison

9 total inspections vs 11 local median in 32177

Compared to 17 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
0.33
Local median
0.33

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
11%
Local median
9%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
22%
Local median
17%

Repeated topics

This provider
0
Local average
0.53

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.

View official report
Higher concern: Supervision
Report finding
Children in the outdoor play area were not adequately supervised in that [as a 2 year old child went form outside playspace back into classroom. Staff member responible was unaware child went back into classroom. ]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4.1, A General Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
Late afternoon on 1/23/26, mother of child was escorted to childs classroom by another staff member. Mother and this staff member discovered child playing in classroom all alone. Child was not crying or in distress. The other children and teacher were in outside play space. This teacher was unaware child was in classroom alone. Classroom tracking sheet indicated children were taken outside at 4:30pm. Parent signed child out at 4:35pm. Explanation provided by childs classroom teacher to owner was that she had 2 children who ran inside from outside play space. She stated she went to classroom door and told children to come back outside. She then closed the door without checking ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
Official code
04-04
View official report
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
Report finding
During the facilitys licensure year, fire drills utilizing the approved alarm system were not conducted monthly at various dates and times when children were in care [Augusst 2025 ]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.4, A Physical Environment [SR]
Report comments
The last fire drill was conducted 7/17/25. No fire drill or any other drill was completed in August 2025. A fire drill has been conducted today to put standard in compliance. 3.8 Fire Safety and Emergency Preparedness page 27 To ensure the safety of children in care, facilities are required to receive yearly fire inspections by a certified fire inspector, and they must perform monthly drills/exercises to practice fire, inclement weather and lockdown procedures. Frequent practice of emergency procedures will facilitate a calm and competent reaction in response to an actual emergency, should it occur. 3.8.4 Fire Drills A. During the facilitys license year, fire drills utilizing ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
Official code
23-06
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
Child(ren) did not have a Florida Certification of Immunization (DH Form 680) or a Religious Exemption from Immunization (DH Form 681), on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1, B Record Keeping [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
One child does not have proof of immunizations as required within 30 days of enrollment. Child start date at facility was 4/26/25. Director informed parent today that child cannot attend until immunization form is provided. 7.1 Immunization Records The child care facility is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed Florida Certification of Immunization form Part A-1, B, or C, DH 680, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(o), F.A.C., or the Religious Exemption from Immunization form, DH 681, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(p), F.A.C., from the custodial parent or legal guardian. DH Form 680 and ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by October 3, 2025
More details
Report section
RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
Official code
41-01

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 the current procedures for tracking children when moving between the classroom and the outdoor play area?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from an inspection in early 2026 note an instance where a child was not accounted for during a transition to the outdoor play space. This question helps parents understand the current supervision practices and head-count protocols used to keep children together during transitions.
Context
The issue was noted as corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific

How does the center ensure that emergency drills are conducted consistently each month?

Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from 2025 identified a gap in the monthly fire drill schedule. Asking about this helps parents understand the current system for tracking and completing required safety exercises.
Context
The issue was noted as corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific

What is your process for managing and verifying that all required health and immunization records are up to date for new enrollments?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records from 2025 show a finding regarding missing immunization documentation for a student. This question helps parents understand how the facility tracks these important health records to ensure compliance for all children.
Related violations
General question

How do you communicate with families regarding daily routines and any changes to classroom activities?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Clear communication about daily schedules and activities helps families feel connected to their child's day and aware of how the facility manages transitions and classroom flow.
General question

What training or support do staff members receive regarding classroom management and child supervision?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Understanding the professional development provided to teachers gives parents insight into how the center maintains a focus on active supervision and high-quality care standards.