Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.6
- Local median
- 0
O2B Kids Palencia Academy
332 Paseo Reyes Dr, St. Augustine, FL 32095
- License:
- C07SJ0136
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 14, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- Gold Seal, VPK, After School, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Transportation
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:45AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 88
- License expiration:
- March 7, 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
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 inspectionJune 26, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsJune 26, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 15 available inspections for O2B Kids Palencia Academy from February 2, 2023 through June 26, 2026.
Four inspections recorded violations, with nine recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on June 18, 2026 and involved background screening, with a due date of June 26, 2026.
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
- 15
- Recorded violations
- 9
- Higher-concern violations
- 3
- Repeated topics
- 2
4 in last 12 months
5 in last 12 months
3 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
15 total inspections vs 9 local median in 32095
Compared to 8 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 7%
- Local median
- 0%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 27%
- Local median
- 0%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 2
- Local average
- 0.38
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Staff training
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
June 27, 2024October 29, 2024February 12, 2025Health or food records
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
June 27, 2024June 18, 2026Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facilitys outdoor play area contained litter, nails, glass or other hazards that posed a low potential for harm to children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A
- Inspector notes
- During the playground inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed a child picking at the overgrown shrubs that were coming through the fence onto the playground. The child had some seed pods in his hand that were picked from the shrubs. The Licensing Specialist pointed this out to the staff on the playground, and they took the seed pods from the child. At that time, the Licensing Specialist asked the teachers to be aware of the plants and to keep the children away from them until they can be cut back. The facility will need to cut all shrubs around the entire play areas to keep the shrubs out of reach from the children. The Child Care Facility Handbook states on page 24 tha ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by June 26, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Food containers were not stored above the floor on clean surfaces to protect from splash and other contamination. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, A
- Inspector notes
- The facility does not have a food prep area, but they do have a small kitchen area where they keep some of the food and a refrigerator for store childrens food in. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed two boxes of food on the floor in this area. The boxes were removed from the ground and placed up on a shelf in the area. The Director reported that food is usually distributed to the classrooms once received and is not left on the floor. The Child Care Facility Handbook states on page 30 that: 3.9.2 Food Storage Proper storage of food is essential to prevent food contamination, as well as, insect and rodent infestation. Correct handling and storage of all fo ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-17
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- Documentation of Level 2 Clearinghouse screening clearance was missing for child care personnel. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1,C
- Report comments
- There are currently 15 employees. All 15 employee records were reviewed. One employee, YB, had a cleared background screening from 2025, but had no record of working in the childcare industry within the last 90 days. If the facility cannot show that the employee has worked in childcare within the last 90 days to make this screening valid, the employee will need to have a resubmission completed and will not be allowed to work around the children until a cleared screening has been received. The Child Care Facility Handbook states on page 62 that: C. A copy of the eligible results, for the Level 2 screening, generated from the Clearinghouse must be on record for each personnel. ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by June 26, 2026
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-02
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- Employment history check did not include all required information including applicants, job title, description of regular duties, confirmation of employment dates, and level of job performance. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, D
- Report comments
- There are currently 15 employees. All 15 employee records were reviewed. One employee, AR, did not have a complete 5-year work history reference check completed. The Director completed the reference checks prior to the report being completed. The Child Care Facility Handbook states on page 51 that: D. The employer/owner/operator must conduct employment history checks, including documented attempts to contact each employer that employed the individual within the preceding five years, and documentation of the findings. Documentation must include the applicants job title and description of his/her regular duties, confirmation of employment dates, and level of job performance. Th ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-05
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- Child care personnels Level 2 documentation was incomplete in that [ A copy of out-of-state child abuse and neglect registry search is missing.]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1, D, E, and F
- Correction / follow-up note
- There are currently 15 employees. All 15 employee records were reviewed. One employee, KD, has lived out of state within the last 5 years and did not have an out of state abuse hotline check completed. The facility will need to complete the out of state check and submit the form that was used to request the information to licensing by the due date. Once the results are received, they will need to be sent to the Licensing Specialist and placed in the employee record. The Child Care Facility Handbook states on page 62 that: E. A copy of each request made to out of state child abuse and neglect registries for individuals who lived outside the state of Florida in the preceding five years.
- Correction status
- Due by June 26, 2026
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-11
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documentation to show child care personnel had begun the introductory training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.1
- Report comments
- There are currently 15 employees. All 15 employee records were reviewed. Employee, HN, has been at the facility and in the child care industry for over 90 days and has not started the DCF Intro training. The Child Care Facility Handbook states on pages 39-40 that: 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 o ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by February 17, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-03
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 40 hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement. CCF Handbook Section 4.2.1
- Report comments
- There are currently 14 employees. All 14 employee records were reviewed. One employee, LO, has not completed the Intro training course within the required time frame. The Child Care Facility Handbook states on pages 39-40 that: 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 indus ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by December 13, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- A refrigerator was observed without a thermometer or with a thermometer showing a temperature reading greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, F.1.
- Inspector notes
- The facility provides daily snack that requires the use of refrigerators. There were small refrigerators in each classroom. Counselor observed that in the one/two/three-year-old classroom, the thermometer in the refrigerator read at 51 degrees and in the three-year-old classroom, the refrigerator read at 45 degrees. During the inspection, the Director lowered the temperature in the two refrigerators. One was able to go below 41 degrees but the refrigerator in the one/two/three-year-old class was still high. The Director reported that she will order a new refrigerator for that classroom and will not store any food in the current one. The Child Care Facility Handbook states on ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 25 - Meals and Snacks
- Official code
- 25-07
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documentation to show child care personnel had begun the introductory training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.1
- Report comments
- There are currently 12 employees. Counselor reviewed all 12 employee records. One employee, ET, did not start the DCF Intro training within 90 days of her hire date. The Child Care Facility Handbook states on pages 39-40 that: 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 industr ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-03
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
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 your current process for ensuring all staff background screening documentation is complete and up to date?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from a June 2026 inspection indicate that some employee background screening documentation was incomplete. Asking about the current process helps families understand how the center maintains compliance with these important requirements.
- Context
- A later clean inspection was recorded on June 26, 2026.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you monitor and maintain the temperature of your food storage areas to ensure everything stays fresh and safe?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- The available inspection records show multiple instances where food storage or refrigerator temperatures were noted as needing attention. This question allows the center to describe the steps taken to ensure proper food handling and storage for the children.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your process for tracking staff training milestones to ensure everyone completes their required introductory courses on time?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report notes that there have been repeated instances where staff training documentation was missing or incomplete. This question provides insight into how the center manages professional development and regulatory training timelines.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you regularly inspect your outdoor play areas to identify and address any potential hazards, such as overgrown plants or debris?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from June 2026 mention an observation regarding vegetation near the playground fence. This question helps parents understand the center's routine for maintaining a safe and clear outdoor environment.
- Context
- A later clean inspection was recorded on June 26, 2026.
Related violations
General question
How does your team communicate with parents regarding daily routines and any changes in classroom policies?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Clear communication is essential for a strong partnership between families and childcare providers. Understanding how the center shares information helps parents feel more connected to their child's daily experience.