Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.23
- Local median
- 0.2
Island Prep West
150 Blackford Way, St. Augustine, FL 32086
- License:
- C07SJ0126
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 14, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- Gold Seal, School Readiness, VPK, After School, Before School, Drop In, Full Day, Infant Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:30AM to 5:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 134
- License expiration:
- May 9, 2027
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 13 available inspections for Island Prep West from April 18, 2023 through May 15, 2026.
Two inspections recorded violations, with three recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on April 8, 2024 and involved child guidance.
Seven later inspections, from August 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
- 13
- Recorded violations
- 3
- Higher-concern violations
- 1
- Repeated topics
- 0
4 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
13 total inspections vs 11.5 local median in 32086
Compared to 12 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 8%
- Local median
- 7%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 15%
- Local median
- 16%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 0
- Local average
- 0.5
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
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No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Child guidance
- Report finding
- Child care personnel did not comply with the facility's written disciplinary and expulsion policies. CCF Handbook, Section 2.8, B General Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- A staff member was accused of treating children harshly in the toddler classroom in order to get the child to sleep. A staff members leg was placed over the child and the child's head was pushed onto the cot several times. The staff member was removed from the program until an investigation is complete. The CCF Handbook states that children must not be subject to discipline which is severe, humiliating, severe, frightening, or associated with food, rest, or toileting.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 11 - Child Discipline
- Official code
- 11-03
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 required in-service training during the states fiscal year beginning July 1 and ending June 30. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.7 Training [SR]
- Report comments
- The staff member noted on the attached supplemental form did not complete in-service for the 2022-2023 program year. The CCF Handbook states that staff must complete a minimum of 10 in-service hours each year beginning July 1 and ending June 30.
- Correction status
- Due by August 2, 2023
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-07
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The personnel/ volunteer (ten hours or more per month) record did not include a CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form signed annually. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, C Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- 5 staff members did not have an updated Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Form available for review. The staff members did sign forms during this inspection putting this facility back in compliance. The staff member's names are recorded on the supplemental form. The CCF Handbook states that Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Forms must be signed on or before the hire date and annually thereafter by all child care personne.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-04
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 steps does the center take to ensure all staff members follow the established policies for child guidance and interaction?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an April 2024 inspection report noted a concern regarding staff adherence to disciplinary policies. Asking about current training and supervision helps parents understand how the center ensures positive interactions between staff and children.
- Context
- The issue identified in the April 2024 report was corrected at the time of inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How does the center track and verify that all staff members complete their required annual in-service training hours?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from July 2023 indicated that a staff member had not completed required annual training. This question helps parents understand the center's current administrative process for maintaining staff qualifications.
- Context
- The training requirement was addressed following the July 2023 inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
Could you explain the process for ensuring that all required personnel documentation, such as annual reporting forms, is kept up to date for every staff member?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records from July 2023 noted that some personnel records were missing updated annual forms. Asking about this process provides insight into how the center manages its recordkeeping responsibilities.
- Context
- The documentation was updated at the time of the July 2023 inspection.
Related violations
General question
How does the center communicate with families regarding daily routines and any changes in classroom staffing?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Clear communication about daily operations and staffing helps parents feel connected and informed about their child's environment. Understanding these practices ensures families know what to expect during the transition into the program.
General question
What is the center's approach to supporting new staff as they integrate into the classroom and learn the facility's culture and expectations?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Learning about the onboarding and mentorship process for new employees helps parents understand how the center maintains consistent care standards. This information provides insight into the center's commitment to professional development and team stability.