Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.18
- Local median
- 0.17
Santa Fe College Little School
3000 NW 83rd St, Gainesville, FL 32606
- License:
- C08AL0159
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 14, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- Gold Seal, School Readiness, VPK, Food Served, Full Day
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:30AM to 5:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 99
- License expiration:
- March 30, 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 inspectionFebruary 18, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsFebruary 18, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 11 available inspections for Santa Fe College Little School from March 6, 2023 through February 18, 2026.
One inspection recorded a violation, with two recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on October 28, 2024 and involved staff training.
DaycareFacts did not classify any of these violations at the Higher concern level.
Five later inspections, from October 30, 2024 through February 18, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 11
- Recorded violations
- 2
- Higher-concern violations
- 0
- Repeated topics
- 0
2 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
11 total inspections vs 5.5 local median in 32606
Compared to 12 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 0%
- Local median
- 0%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 9%
- Local median
- 9%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 0
- Local average
- 0
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.
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
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the 40 hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement. CCF Handbook Section 4.2.1
- Correction / follow-up note
- Staff member listed did not have documentation to show completion on the 40 hour childcare training requirements. This was corrected at the time of inspection, the staff member will not be in the classroom alone and is graduating in December and leaving the childcare industry. 4.2 Training Requirements 4.2.1 Mandated Introductory Training Child care personnel must successfully complete 40 hours of child care training as evidenced by successful completion of competency examinations offered by the Department or its designated representative with a weighted score of 70 or better. Child care personnel who successfully completed the mandatory 40-hour Introductory Child Care Traini ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-01
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The personnel/ volunteer (ten hours or more per month) record did not include a CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form signed annually. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, C Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- Staff members listed on supplemental did not have documentation to show completion of the CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect, the board with the staff updated CF-FSP Form 5337 could not be located. C. CF-FSP Form 5337, Child Abuse & Neglect Reporting Requirements, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(l), F.A.C., must be signed on or before hire date and annually thereafter by all child care personnel.
- Correction status
- Due by October 30, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-04
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
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 explain how you ensure all staff members have completed their required training and certifications before they begin working with children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from October 2024 noted that a staff member lacked documentation for the required 40-hour introductory training. This question helps parents understand the current process for verifying that all personnel meet state training requirements.
- Context
- The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection, and the facility has had subsequent clean inspections.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your process for keeping personnel records, such as annual reporting forms, organized and up to date?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an October 2024 inspection indicated that certain annual child abuse and neglect reporting forms were missing from personnel files. Asking this helps parents understand how the center maintains its administrative records.
- Context
- The correction was due by October 30, 2024, and the facility has had subsequent clean inspections.
Related violations
General question
How do you handle staff onboarding to ensure that everyone is fully prepared and properly documented before they start their roles?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Understanding the onboarding process helps parents feel confident that all staff are vetted and trained according to standards. This provides insight into the center's commitment to maintaining a prepared and qualified team.
General question
What steps do you take to foster open communication between teachers and parents regarding daily routines and classroom activities?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Regular communication is essential for parents to stay informed about their child's development and daily experiences. Learning about these practices helps families understand how they will be involved in their child's care.
General question
How do you support ongoing professional development for your teaching staff throughout the year?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Continuous learning opportunities for staff contribute to a high-quality environment for children. This question helps parents understand how the center prioritizes the growth and skill-building of its educators.