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The Learning Experience

5380 State Road 16, St. Augustine, FL 32092

License:
C07SJ0169
Type:
Child Care Facility
Status:
Licensed
Records checked:
July 14, 2026
Additional info
Programs and services:
VPK, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care
Hours:
Mon-Fri: 6:30AM to 6:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
Capacity:
186
License expiration:
May 27, 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 inspectionApril 13, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsApril 13, 2026

Summary

This summary covers eight available inspections for The Learning Experience from May 17, 2024 through April 13, 2026.

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

The most recent recorded violation was on February 17, 2026 and involved health or food records.

DaycareFacts did not classify any of these violations at the Higher concern level.

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
8

4 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
2

1 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
0

0 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
1

Last 36 months

Local comparison

8 total inspections vs 10 local median in 32092

Compared to 15 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
0.25
Local median
0.35

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
0%
Local median
10%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
25%
Local median
26%

Repeated topics

This provider
1
Local average
0.87

Repeated topics

Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.

Inspection history

Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.

View official report
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
Food Acceptance Log was missing or was incomplete in that it did not [exist. ]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, E.1.
Correction / follow-up note
The director stated that the facility does not temp the food and keep a food log but created one immediately and will keep it updated moving forward. The licensing specialist inspected the kitchen area and observed it as clean and well maintained. There were no spoiled food items on site, and no food items sitting out. The Child Care Facility Handbook States - E. If a facility chooses to provide or make available food to children in care from an outside source, such as a caterer, or a licensed childcare facility under the same ownership that includes a food preparation area that meets licensing standards, or as the result of a learning activity provided by a child care progra ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
FOOD AND NUTRITION - 27 - Catered Food and Food Provided by Outside Sources
Official code
27-05
View official report
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
Bottles and/or sippy cups brought from home were not labeled with childs first and last name. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.5, B
Report comments
In the three- and four-year-old classroom, several bottles were missing a child's last name. The director had the teachers immediately add the correct label, bringing this facility back into compliance. The Child Care Facility handbook states: 3.9.5 Food Handling A. Bottles and sippy cups provided by the facility must be washed, rinsed, and sanitized between each use and do not have to be labeled. B. Bottles and sippy cups brought from home shall be individually labeled with the childs first and last name and shall be returned to the custodial parent or legal guardian daily.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
FOOD AND NUTRITION - 28 - Bottles, Breastmilk, Formula and Infant Food
Official code
28-02

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 walk me through the process you use to track and log food from outside sources?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records show an inspection in February 2026 identified that a food acceptance log was missing, though this was corrected at the time of the visit.
Context
The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific

How do you ensure that all items brought from home, like bottles or cups, are consistently labeled for each child?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records show that labeling of food-related items has been a topic of discussion in past reports, including in 2025 and 2026.
Related violations
General question

What is your daily routine for checking that all children's personal belongings are properly identified?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Establishing clear routines for personal item management helps ensure that children's belongings are kept organized and accounted for throughout the day.
General question

How do you communicate with families about changes to daily health or food-related policies?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Understanding how the center shares policy updates helps parents stay informed about the standards and practices used in the classroom.
General question

What training do staff members receive regarding food handling and safety procedures?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Asking about staff training provides insight into how the center prepares its team to maintain consistent safety standards for all children.