Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.33
- Local median
- 0.33
A Kid's Life Academy
17396 NW US Highway 441, High Springs, FL 32643
- License:
- C08AL0095
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 14, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- Gold Seal, After School, Full Day, Infant Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 6:45AM to 5:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 35
- License expiration:
- April 11, 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
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 1, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMarch 9, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 12 available inspections for A Kid's Life Academy from March 10, 2023 through June 1, 2026.
Two inspections recorded violations, with four recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on June 1, 2026 and involved child guidance.
The available reports do not include a later inspection with no recorded violations after that violation.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 12
- Recorded violations
- 4
- Higher-concern violations
- 2
- Repeated topics
- 0
3 in last 12 months
3 in last 12 months
1 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
12 total inspections vs 11.5 local median in 32643
Compared to 8 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 17%
- Local median
- 8%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 17%
- Local median
- 17%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 0
- Local average
- 0.13
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.
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
- Inspector notes
- Licensing Specialist was informed by staff listed in supplemental, that another staff member was not following the facilitys discipline policy by which she wrapped the child in his mat, laid him face down, and placed a weighted blanket over him that did cover head. The witness listed in the supplemental uncovered the child and unwrapped him from his mat. It is recommended that the provider go over the discipline policy for their facility with all staff members. Reminding them of their resources in case they need assistance with a child. Technical Assistance 2.8 Child Discipline 2.8 Child Discipline A. The child care facility shall adopt a discipline policy consistent with Sec ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 11 - Child Discipline
- Official code
- 11-03
Medium concern: Incident records
- Report finding
- Child care personnel failed to document an accident or incident on the day that it occurred. CCF Handbook, Section 6.4, A
- Inspector notes
- Based on the information obtained in the Interview, Licensing Specialist was told that there was no incident report filled out for the victim on the day/ time the incident occurred. Licensing specialist spoke with provider to fill out an incident report for the child with the details of incident. Technical Assistance 6.4 Accident/Incident Notification A. All accidents and incidents or unusual occurrences that are threatening to the health, safety, or welfare of a child that occur while the child is in care must be documented on the same day they occur.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 39 - Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation
- Official code
- 39-03
Medium concern: Incident records
- Report finding
- Child care personnel failed to share the accident/incident form with the custodial parent/ legal guardian or the individual authorized to pick up child on the day that the incident occurred. CCF Handbook, Section 6.4, B & D
- Inspector notes
- Based on the information obtained in the Interview, Licensing Specialist was told that the parents of the victim were not notified until the following day that the incident had occurred with their child. Licensing specialist spoke with provider to ensure that parents are notified the same day an incident occurs and to have an incident report with details describing the incident. Technical Assistance 6.4 Accident/Incident Notification B. This documentation must be shared with the custodial parent or legal guardian on the date of occurrence.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 39 - Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation
- Official code
- 39-04
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
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Sleep safety
- Report finding
- The facility did not maintain documentation in the childs record that an alternative position is authorized by a physician and/or the documentation was insufficient in that it did not include the [swaddling of a child].CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.4, B
- Report comments
- The owner, operator or employee, did not maintain documentation of a note from the childs physician to swaddle the child. • Technical assistance was given to the director of the facility to no longer swaddle children without a note from the child's physician on file. • CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.4, B • B. When napping or sleeping, young infants who are not able to roll over must be positioned on their backs and on a firm surface to reduce the risk of sudden infant death syndrome, unless an alternate position is authorized by a physician. Sleep sacks that fit according to manufacturers recommendations, do not restrict the infants arms, and will not slide up around the infants f ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 20 - Crib Requirements
- Official code
- 20-05
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
Can you walk me through the training and support your staff receives regarding your discipline and guidance policies?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from a June 2026 inspection indicate a finding regarding staff adherence to the facility's written disciplinary policies. This question helps understand how the center ensures all staff members are consistently trained and supported in following these procedures.
- Context
- The finding was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your current process for ensuring that physician documentation is on file before implementing any specialized care, such as swaddling, for infants?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from July 2024 noted a finding regarding the documentation required for infant sleep positioning and swaddling. Asking about this process helps clarify how the center maintains accurate health records for children in their care.
- Context
- The finding was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How does your team ensure that parents are notified promptly on the same day if an incident involving their child occurs?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from June 2026 include a finding related to the timely sharing of incident reports with families. This question helps parents understand the center's communication protocols for keeping families informed about their child's day.
- Context
- The finding was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your internal procedure for documenting accidents or incidents to ensure all details are recorded accurately and on time?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records from June 2026 show a finding regarding the documentation of incidents on the day they occur. This question allows the director to explain the steps taken to ensure thorough and timely record-keeping for all incidents.
- Context
- The finding was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
General question
How do you handle transitions between activities to ensure that children are always supervised and engaged?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Understanding how a center manages transitions helps parents see how staff maintain consistent supervision and structure throughout the daily routine. This is a helpful way to gauge how the center keeps children safe and occupied during busy parts of the day.