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Blue Wave After School @ Micanopy

802 NW Seminary Ave, Micanopy, FL 32667

License:
C08AL0036
Type:
Child Care Facility
Status:
Licensed
Records checked:
July 14, 2026
Additional info
Programs and services:
After School
Hours:
Mon-Tue: 2:15PM to 5:30PM; Wed: 1:19PM to 5:30PM; Thu-Fri: 2:15PM to 5:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
Capacity:
160
License expiration:
April 15, 2027
Typical cost: $1,192 - $1,413 (Under 1)
Child’s age

$1,192 - $1,413/mo

Median daily rate: $55.00 - $65.20

Official Florida Division of Early Learning Alachua 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 1, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsApril 1, 2026

Summary

This summary covers 11 available inspections for Blue Wave After School @ Micanopy from March 21, 2023 through April 1, 2026.

One inspection recorded a violation, with four recorded violations in total.

The most recent higher-concern violation was on December 5, 2023 and involved background screening, with a due date of January 5, 2024.

Eight later inspections, from December 18, 2023 through April 1, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.

At a glance

Total inspections
11

2 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
4

0 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
1

0 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
0

Last 36 months

Local comparison

11 total inspections vs 10 local median in Alachua County

Compared to 141 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
0.36
Local median
0.13

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
9%
Local median
0%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
9%
Local median
9%

Repeated topics

This provider
0
Local average
0.18

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
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
Inspections were not conducted and documented monthly of all supports, above and below the ground, all connectors, and moving parts. SACCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B
Report comments
The facility did not have a monthly Physical Environment Log documenting monthly inspections. Technical support was provided. B. All playground equipment must be securely anchored, unless portable or stationary by design, in good repair, maintained in safe condition, and placed to ensure safe use by the children. Maintenance must include inspections conducted every month of all supports above and below the ground and of all connectors and moving parts. Documentation of maintenance inspections must be maintained for 12 months.
Correction status
Due by January 5, 2024
More details
Report section
SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 27 - Outdoor Equipment SACCF Handbook, Section 3.12
Official code
27-04
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The ground cover or other protective surface under the [swings, monkey bars, and green climber] was not maintained. SACCF Handbook, Section 3.12, C
Correction / follow-up note
Technical support was provided. C. Permanent or stationary playground equipment must have a fall/use zone. All types of ground cover must be maintained to provide resilience and reduce the incidence of injuries to children in the event of falls. 1. If the ground cover in place is loose ground cover (such as, but not limited to: mulch, shredded rubber chips, or sand) a minimum of 6 inches in depth is required in the use zone. Asphalt, concrete, hard packed dirt, hay, grass or leaves are unsuitable for use in the use zone area. 2. If the ground cover in place is a unitary playground surface, then the unitary surfacing materials must be installed and maintained according to manu ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by January 5, 2024
More details
Report section
SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 27 - Outdoor Equipment SACCF Handbook, Section 3.12
Official code
27-07
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. SACCF Handbook, Section 4.1
Report comments
The staff listed on the Supplemental Sheet started working on 8/23/23 and has not started the Introductory Training. Technical support provided. 4.1 Beginning Training Child care personnel must begin training within 90 days of employment and successfully complete the 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 timeframe begins at the time of employment in the child care industry. Training completion may not exceed 15 months from the date of employment in the child care industry in any licensed Florida child care facility. This may be ac ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by January 5, 2024
More details
Report section
TRAINING - 28 - Training Requirements SACCF Handbook, Section 4
Official code
28-03
Higher concern: Background screening
Report finding
An employment history verification was not documented and on file. SACCF Handbook, Section 5.1, D
Correction / follow-up note
The three new staff listed on the Supplemental Sheet did not have an Employment History Verification. Technical Support was provided. 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. The employer/owner/operator must make at least three attempts to obtain employment history information. Failed attempts to obtain employment history must be documented ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by January 5, 2024
More details
Report section
RECORD KEEPING - 38 - Background Screening Documents SACCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 and Section 5
Official code
38-04

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 process for verifying employment history and background information for new staff members?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from a 2023 inspection noted a gap in documented employment history verifications for new staff. Asking about the current process helps confirm how the center ensures all background documentation is complete and verified.
Context
The facility has had multiple clean inspections since the 2023 report.
Related violations
Finding-specific

How does the team maintain the outdoor play areas to ensure they remain in good condition for the children?

Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from 2023 mentioned a need for maintenance on protective surfaces under outdoor equipment. This question allows you to learn how the center currently manages playground upkeep and safety.
Context
The facility has had multiple clean inspections since the 2023 report.
Related violations
Finding-specific

What is the center's routine for conducting and documenting monthly safety inspections of playground equipment?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records from 2023 indicated that monthly documentation for equipment checks was missing at that time. Asking about the current practice helps you understand how the center tracks ongoing safety maintenance.
Context
The facility has had multiple clean inspections since the 2023 report.
Related violations
Finding-specific

How does the center ensure that all new staff members complete their required introductory training on time?

Why ask this
Why ask this
An official report from 2023 noted that training documentation for a staff member was not on file as required. This question helps you understand the current system for tracking and verifying staff training milestones.
Context
The facility has had multiple clean inspections since the 2023 report.
Related violations
General question

How do you communicate with families regarding daily activities and any changes in center routines?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Clear communication is essential for parents to feel connected to their child's daily experience and aware of how the program operates. Understanding these methods helps you gauge how the center keeps families informed.