Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.18
- Local median
- 0.18
La Petite Academy
2755 SW Archer Rd, Gainesville, FL 32608
- License:
- C08AL0477
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 14, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- Gold Seal, School Readiness, VPK, After School, Before School, Drop In, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care, Transportation
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 6:30AM to 6:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 121
- License expiration:
- December 18, 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
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 inspectionMay 14, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMarch 25, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 11 available inspections for La Petite Academy from April 14, 2023 through May 14, 2026.
One inspection recorded a violation, with two recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on May 14, 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
- 11
- Recorded violations
- 2
- Higher-concern violations
- 2
- Repeated topics
- 0
3 in last 12 months
2 in last 12 months
2 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
11 total inspections vs 11 local median in 32608
Compared to 12 local facilities
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
- 0.08
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: Supervision
- Report finding
- Supervision of children in the [3-year old] group was inadequate in that [a child was left behind alone in the classroom in time out when the children/staff left the classroom]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 General Requirements [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- Licensing specialist reviewed video footage, and a child in the 3-year old class was left behind alone in the classroom in time out when the children/staff left the classroom. Staff was immediately terminated. **Technical Assistance** B. Child care personnel must be assigned to provide direct supervision to a specific group of children and be with that group of children at all times. Children must never be left without child care personnel supervision inside or outside the facility, in a vehicle, or at a field trip location.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
- Official code
- 04-01
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 General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Licensing specialist reviewed video footage, staff listed on the supplemental did not follow the facilitys discipline policy. It was observed staff walked up to the child bent down, grabbed the childs cheeks, and grabbed his arm to pull him closer to her face to talk to him. Staff was immediately terminated. **Technical Assistance** A. The child care facility shall adopt a discipline policy consistent with Section 402.305(12), F.S., including standards that prohibit children from being subjected to discipline which is severe, humiliating, frightening, or associated with food, rest, or toileting. Spanking or any other form of physical punishment is prohibited. B. The child car ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 11 - Child Discipline
- Official code
- 11-03
No recorded violations in this report
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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 current procedures you have in place to ensure children are always supervised during transitions between activities?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an inspection in May 2026 note a concern regarding the supervision of a child during a classroom transition. Asking about current procedures helps families understand how the center manages group movements and ensures every child is accounted for at all times.
- Context
- The incident noted in the report was addressed at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How does your team stay updated on the center's discipline policies and best practices for positive child guidance?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from May 2026 included a finding regarding adherence to the facility's written disciplinary policies. This question allows the director to explain how staff are trained and supported in maintaining a positive environment for all children.
- Context
- The incident noted in the report was addressed at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
General question
What is your process for onboarding new staff members to ensure they understand your expectations for classroom management and safety?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Understanding how a center trains and integrates new employees provides insight into the consistency of care and the culture of the facility. This helps parents feel confident that all staff are aligned with the center's standards from their first day.
General question
How do you handle communication with families if there is a change in a child's routine or if a concern arises during the day?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Clear communication channels are essential for building a strong partnership between parents and caregivers. Knowing the center's protocol for sharing updates helps parents feel informed and connected to their child's daily experience.
General question
Could you describe how you monitor classroom environments to ensure that staff are consistently following established safety and guidance protocols?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Ongoing oversight and support from leadership are key to maintaining high standards of care. Asking about this process helps parents understand the level of active management present within the classrooms.