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Open Arms Child Development Center

1823 NW 5th Ave, Gainesville, FL 32603

License:
C08AL0604
Type:
Child Care Facility
Status:
Licensed
Records checked:
July 14, 2026
Additional info
Programs and services:
VPK, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care
Hours:
Mon-Fri: 7:00AM to 5:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
Capacity:
115
License expiration:
August 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

No recorded violations

No recorded violations were found in the available reports.

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Latest inspectionMarch 25, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMarch 25, 2026

Summary

This summary covers 10 available inspections for Open Arms Child Development Center from April 12, 2023 through March 25, 2026.

Those available inspections showed no recorded violations in the available records.

This summary uses available records only and may not reflect reports from other sources.

At a glance

Total inspections
10

3 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
0

0 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
0

0 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
0

Last 36 months

Local comparison

10 total inspections vs 10 local median in Gainesville

Compared to 107 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
0
Local median
0.16

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
0%
Local median
0%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
0%
Local median
9%

Repeated topics

This provider
0
Local average
0.2

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.

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.

General question

Could you describe the daily routine and how the staff manages transitions between activities for the children?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Understanding the daily structure helps families see how the center supports consistent learning and comfort for children throughout the day.
General question

What is your approach to communicating with parents about their child's daily experiences and any developmental milestones?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Regular communication ensures that parents and teachers stay aligned on a child's needs and progress.
General question

How does the center handle staff training and professional development to ensure high-quality care?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Ongoing training helps staff stay current with best practices in early childhood education and supervision.
General question

What are the procedures for ensuring that all staff members are actively engaged in supervising children during outdoor play?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Active supervision is a key part of maintaining a supportive environment where children can play and explore securely.
General question

How do you manage the classroom environment to ensure that all children feel included and supported during group activities?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Inclusive practices help children develop social skills and build positive relationships with their peers and teachers.