Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.08
- Local median
- 0.17
Deerwood Academy St. Johns
990 Flora Branch Blvd, Saint Johns, FL 32259
- License:
- C07SJ0083
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 14, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- Gold Seal, VPK, After School, Before School, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care, Transportation
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 337
- License expiration:
- October 3, 2026
Typical cost: $1,430 - $1,452 (Under 1)
Child’s age
$1,430 - $1,452/mo
Median daily rate: $66.00 - $67.00
Official Florida Division of Early Learning St. Johns 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 inspectionMay 15, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMay 15, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 12 available inspections for Deerwood Academy St. Johns from January 18, 2023 through May 15, 2026.
One inspection recorded a violation, with one recorded violation in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on April 26, 2024 and involved staff training.
DaycareFacts did not classify any of these violations at the Higher concern level.
Seven later inspections, from May 22, 2024 through May 15, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 12
- Recorded violations
- 1
- Higher-concern violations
- 0
- Repeated topics
- 0
3 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
12 total inspections vs 9 local median in 32259
Compared to 33 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 0%
- Local median
- 7%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 8%
- Local median
- 9%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 0
- Local average
- 0.33
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
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No recorded violations in this report
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No recorded violations in this report
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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. CCF Handbook Section 4.2.1
- Report comments
- Counselor found that one staff member did not complete the testing for required coursework within the timeframe. The staff member is no longer employed at the facility. The Child Care Facility Handbook states on page 39: 4.1 Beginning Training Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month must begin training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry and successfully complete 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 timeframes begin at the time of employment in the child care industry. Tra ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-01
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
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
How does the center track and ensure that all staff members complete their required introductory training on time?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an April 2024 inspection report show a finding regarding a staff member who had not completed required coursework within the designated timeframe. Asking about the current tracking process helps parents understand how the facility manages staff training requirements.
- Context
- The issue was noted as corrected at the time of the inspection, and subsequent inspections have been clean.
Related violations
General question
What is the typical experience level and background of the teachers currently working in the classrooms?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Learning about the qualifications and tenure of the teaching staff helps families feel comfortable with the level of care and educational support provided to children.
General question
How do you communicate with parents regarding daily activities, milestones, or any concerns that may arise during the day?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Understanding the communication channels between the center and families ensures that parents stay well-informed about their child's daily experiences and development.
General question
Can you describe the daily routine and how it balances structured learning with time for play and rest?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Asking about the daily schedule helps parents determine if the program's structure aligns with their child's needs and developmental stage.
General question
What steps does the facility take to maintain a clean and organized environment for the children throughout the day?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Inquiring about maintenance and hygiene practices provides insight into the center's commitment to creating a healthy and welcoming space for all children.