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Hand N Hand Christian Child Care Center Inc

1936 NW 6th St, Gainesville, FL 32609

License:
C08AL0134
Type:
Child Care Facility
Status:
Licensed
Records checked:
July 14, 2026
Additional info
Programs and services:
School Readiness, After School, Drop In, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care
Hours:
Mon-Fri: 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
Capacity:
37
License expiration:
August 12, 2026
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 4, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMarch 4, 2026

Summary

This summary covers 12 available inspections for Hand N Hand Christian Child Care Center Inc from March 8, 2023 through March 4, 2026.

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

The most recent recorded violation was on January 7, 2025 and involved staff training, with a due date of April 10, 2025.

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

Five later inspections, from February 13, 2025 through March 4, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.

At a glance

Total inspections
12

2 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
2

0 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
0

0 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
1

Last 36 months

Local comparison

12 total inspections vs 10 local median in 32609

Compared to 17 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
0.17
Local median
0.09

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
0%
Local median
0%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
17%
Local median
8%

Repeated topics

This provider
1
Local average
0.35

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: 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
Correction / follow-up note
The director responsible for the daily operation of the program did not have an active Director Credential. The director listed on the supplemental page summitted all documentation to renew the directors' credential on December 4th ,2024. An extension of three months has been given to obtain an active Directors credential.
Correction status
Due by April 10, 2025
More details
Report section
TRAINING - 34 - Credentialed Staff
Official code
34-04
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
The director responsible for the daily operation listed on the supplemental page of the program did not have an active Director Credential. • CCF Handbook, Section 4.7 • Technical assistance: 4.7 Director Credential Section 402.305(2)(g), 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 January 10, 2025
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 tell me about the current process for ensuring the director's professional credentials remain up to date?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records show that the director's credential status was noted as needing attention in recent inspection reports. Asking about the current process helps clarify how the center manages these administrative requirements moving forward.
Context
The center has had clean inspections since the most recent report mentioning this topic.
Related violations
Finding-specific

What steps does the center take to track staff training and certification requirements to ensure everything stays current?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records show that staff training and credentialing topics have appeared in more than one report. Discussing how the center monitors these requirements provides insight into their ongoing administrative practices.
Related violations
General question

How do you handle staff professional development and ensure that all team members are meeting their required training hours?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Understanding how a center supports its staff's growth and compliance helps parents feel confident in the team's qualifications and dedication to best practices.
General question

What is your process for communicating with parents regarding changes in center leadership or administrative updates?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Clear communication from the administration helps families stay informed about the center's operations and builds trust in the leadership team.
General question

How does the center ensure that daily routines and supervision remain consistent throughout the day?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Consistent supervision and predictable daily routines are important for children's comfort and help parents understand how the center maintains a stable environment.