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Kids Count In Alachua County @ Duval

2106 NE 8th Ave, Gainesville, FL 32641

License:
C08AL0087
Type:
Child Care Facility
Status:
Licensed
Records checked:
July 14, 2026
Additional info
Programs and services:
After School, Food Served, Transportation
Hours:
Mon-Tue: 1:45PM to 5:45PM; Wed: 12:30PM to 5:30PM; Thu-Fri: 1:45PM to 5:45PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
Capacity:
58
License expiration:
April 25, 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 inspectionMarch 24, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMarch 24, 2026

Summary

This summary covers 13 available inspections for Kids Count In Alachua County @ Duval from April 12, 2023 through March 24, 2026.

Three inspections recorded violations, with three recorded violations in total.

The most recent higher-concern violation was on April 2, 2025 and involved transportation, with a due date of April 23, 2025.

That higher-concern topic showed up in two inspections.

Four later inspections, from April 23, 2025 through March 24, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.

At a glance

Total inspections
13

3 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
3

0 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
2

0 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
1

Last 36 months

Local comparison

13 total inspections vs 9 local median in 32641

Compared to 13 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
0.23
Local median
0.25

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
15%
Local median
0%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
23%
Local median
23%

Repeated topics

This provider
1
Local average
0.31

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.

Higher concern: Transportation
Report finding
The facility's driver did not have [ An annual physical examination which grants medical approval to drive, A valid Florida drivers license, Valid certificate(s) of course completion for first aid training and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) procedures]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.1
Correction / follow-up note
Driver listed on the supplemental did not the following on file: CPR/FA • Driver's Physical • Driver's License • **Technical Assistance** Driver Requirements The driver of any vehicle used by a school-age child care program to provide transportation must have the following: A. A valid Florida drivers license; B. An annual physical examination which grants medical approval to drive, and valid certificate(s) of course completion for first aid training and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) procedures.
Correction status
Due by April 23, 2025
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 06 - Driver's License, Physician Certification & First Aid/CPR Training
Official code
06-01
View official report
Higher concern: Transportation
Report finding
The drivers personnel record did not include [ An annual physical examination which grants medical approval to drive]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, E
Report comments
Driver listed on the supplemental did not have current driver's physical on file. **Technical Assistance** F. For the driver only: Florida drivers license and driver physical examination documentation. A copy of the drivers license and the physician certification, or another form containing the same elements of the physician certification, granting medical approval to operate the vehicle, and valid certificate(s) of course completion for first aid training, pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) procedures, and background screening must also be maintained in the drivers personnel file.
Correction status
Due by May 9, 2024
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 06 - Driver's License, Physician Certification & First Aid/CPR Training
Official code
06-02
View official report
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
The director responsible for the daily operation of the program did not have an active Director Credential. CCF Handbook, Section 4.7
Report comments
Director listed on the supplemental is no longer director as of 01/09/2023. New director listed on the supplemental is currently working on director's credential course. **Technical Assistance** 4.7 Director Credential Section 402.305(2)(f), F.S., requires a child care facility to have a credentialed director. Every applicant for a license to operate a child care facility or a license for a change of ownership of a child care facility must document that the facility director has an active Director Credential prior to issuance of the license.
Correction status
Due by July 10, 2023
More details
Report section
TRAINING - 34 - Credentialed Staff
Official code
34-04

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 your process for ensuring all transportation staff have their required documentation, such as physicals and training certificates, up to date?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from an April 2025 inspection show that a driver's required documentation, including physical exams and training certificates, was not on file. This question helps clarify how the center currently tracks and maintains these records for all transportation staff.
Context
A later clean inspection was recorded on March 24, 2026.
Related violations
Finding-specific

How do you manage the personnel files for your drivers to ensure that all medical and licensing requirements are consistently met?

Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from April 2024 noted that a driver's personnel record was missing documentation of an annual physical examination. Asking about current file management practices helps families understand how the center stays organized regarding staff requirements.
Context
A later clean inspection was recorded on March 24, 2026.
Related violations
Finding-specific

What is your current process for ensuring that the director and leadership team maintain all required professional credentials?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from an April 2023 inspection indicate that the director at that time did not have an active director credential on file. This question allows the center to explain how they currently track leadership qualifications.
Context
A later clean inspection was recorded on March 24, 2026.
Related violations
General question

How do you communicate with families about daily routines and any changes in staffing or transportation schedules?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Clear communication helps parents feel connected to their child's day and informed about the center's operations. Understanding the center's preferred methods for updates ensures families know what to expect regarding routine information sharing.
General question

What training or background requirements do you have for staff members who interact with the children throughout the day?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Learning about staff qualifications and training gives parents insight into the preparation and support provided to the team. This helps families feel confident in the care and supervision their children receive.