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Mrs. Vanessa Learning Lodge Inc.

9730 S Glen Ave, Glen St. Mary, FL 32040

License:
C08BA0024
Type:
Child Care Facility
Status:
Licensed
Records checked:
July 14, 2026
Additional info
Programs and services:
School Readiness, VPK, After School, Before School, Drop In, Food Served, Full Day, Infant Care
Hours:
Mon-Fri: 6:30AM to 6:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
Capacity:
40
License expiration:
August 16, 2026
Typical cost: Not enough data for Under 1
Child’s age

Not enough data available for this age and provider category. Florida publishes these estimates for Baker County.

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 inspectionApril 1, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsApril 1, 2026

Summary

This summary covers 12 available inspections for Mrs. Vanessa Learning Lodge Inc. from April 12, 2023 through April 1, 2026.

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

The most recent higher-concern violation was on March 24, 2026 and involved hazardous access, with a due date of March 24, 2026.

A later inspection showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether it was a formal follow-up.

At a glance

Total inspections
12

4 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
4

2 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
1

1 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
0

Last 36 months

Local comparison

12 total inspections vs 11 local median in Baker County

Compared to 10 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
0.33
Local median
0.25

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
8%
Local median
3%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
17%
Local median
17%

Repeated topics

This provider
0
Local average
0.7

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.

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Higher concern: Hazardous access
Report finding
The hand washing station in the diapering area did not include [ running water]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, A Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
Report comments
The hand-washing station in in the 1-year-old class did not have running water in the portable sink. At todays inspection the director refilled the water container for the 1year old class, Technical assistance: CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, A 3.10.1 Handwashing Child care personnel and children must wash their hands thoroughly with soap and running water, dry, and follow personal hygiene procedures for themselves and while assisting others. Examples of activities when handwashing is required include but are not limited to: before and after eating, immediately following outdoor play, after toileting, following the use of any cleaners or toxic chemicals, Child Care Facility Han ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by March 24, 2026
More details
Report section
SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
Official code
30-02
Low concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
The facility failed to maintain written documentation for the number of hours a volunteer worked. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, F Record Keeping [SR]
Report comments
The facility failed to maintain written documentation for the number of hours two volunteers listed on the supplemental working at the facility. At todays inspection two volunteers completed their hours each volunteer worked. Technical assistance CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, F F. Prior to beginning volunteering in a childcare facility, a CF-FSP 5217, Volunteer Acknowledgment which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(e), F.A.C., and may be obtained from the Departments website www.myflfamilies.com/childcare, must be completed and on file at the childcare facility for the volunteer. Written documentation of volunteer hours must be maintained at the facility for a minimu ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by March 24, 2026
More details
Report section
RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
Official code
44-06
View official report
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
In the operator's absence the child care personnel in charge did not meet the minimum age requirement of 21 years. CCF Handbook, Section 2.2 General Requirements [SR]
Report comments
In the operator's absence the childcare personnel in charge did not meet the minimum age requirement of 21 years. The staff listed on the supplemental page was left in charge and is only 20 years old. During the inspection, another staff older than 21 was put in charge of the facility. CCF Handbook, Section 2.2 2.2 Minimum Age Requirements Childcare personnel of at least 21 years of age must be in charge of the program and must be on the premises at all times during operating hours.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 02 - Minimum Age Requirements
Official code
02-01
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
The credentialed director was not on-site a majority of the hours that the facility is in operation as documented on timesheets, personnel schedules or employment records. CCF Handbook, Section 4.7, B
Report comments
The credentialed director listed on the supplemental page was not on-site a majority of the hours that the facility is in operation. The current director has a full-time job outside of the facility and is not on-site a majority of hours the facility is in operation. The facility submitted documents for a new director. CCF Handbook, Section 4.7, B A. Each childcare facility must have a credentialed director who is on-site a majority of hours, excluding weekends and evening hours that the facility is in operation. Documentation of majority of hours must be maintained and available for review by the licensing authority. B. CF-FSP Form 5252, Florida Child Care and Education Progr ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
TRAINING - 34 - Credentialed Staff
Official code
34-05

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 process for ensuring that hand-washing stations in the diapering area are always fully operational?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from an inspection in March 2026 noted a temporary issue with running water at a diapering station. This question helps clarify the daily maintenance routines used to ensure these facilities are ready for use.
Related violations
Finding-specific

How does the center ensure that there is always a qualified, credentialed director on-site during the majority of operating hours?

Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from February 2025 identified a gap in the presence of a credentialed director. Asking this helps parents understand the current staffing schedule and leadership coverage.
Context
The facility corrected this issue at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific

What is the center's policy for ensuring that the staff member in charge meets the required age and experience standards when the primary director is away?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records from February 2025 noted a finding regarding the minimum age of staff left in charge. This question helps parents understand how the center manages supervision and leadership requirements.
Context
The facility corrected this issue at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific

Could you explain how the center tracks and maintains documentation for volunteer hours to ensure all requirements are met?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from March 2026 indicate a finding regarding the documentation of volunteer hours. This question helps parents understand the current administrative practices for tracking everyone who assists in the classroom.
Related violations
General question

How do you communicate with families about daily routines and any changes to classroom procedures?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Consistent communication helps parents stay informed about their child's daily experience and any updates to center operations. Understanding these methods ensures that families feel connected and supported.