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Blue Jay Academy 4 Kidz

229 E 5th St, Apopka, FL 32703

License:
C09OR1362
Type:
Child Care Facility
Status:
Licensed
Records checked:
July 12, 2026
Additional info
Programs and services:
Head Start, VPK, After School, Before School, Drop In, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care
Hours:
Mon-Fri: 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
Capacity:
39
License expiration:
November 14, 2026
Typical cost: $1,235 - $1,343 (Under 1)
Child’s age

$1,235 - $1,343/mo

Median daily rate: $57.00 - $62.00

Official Florida Division of Early Learning Orange County data.

Not this provider’s price.

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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 nine available inspections for Blue Jay Academy 4 Kidz from October 26, 2023 through February 18, 2026.

One inspection recorded a violation, with two recorded violations in total.

The most recent higher-concern violation was on March 11, 2024 and involved background screening.

Seven later inspections, from April 15, 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
9

3 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
2

0 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
1

0 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
0

Last 36 months

Local comparison

9 total inspections vs 11 local median in 32703

Compared to 28 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
0.22
Local median
0.29

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
11%
Local median
0%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
11%
Local median
25%

Repeated topics

This provider
0
Local average
0.89

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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Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1
Report comments
2 children with expired immunization.
Correction status
Due by April 11, 2024
More details
Report section
RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
Official code
41-02
Higher concern: Background screening
Report finding
Documentation of Level 2 Clearinghouse screening clearance was missing for child care personnel. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1,C
Correction / follow-up note
One personnel with no level 2 clearinghouse screening. Corrected at time of inspection. Personnel left the facility.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
Official code
45-02

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

What is your current process for ensuring all staff members have their required background screenings completed and documented?

Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from March 2024 noted that documentation for a staff member's background screening was missing. This question helps clarify how the center maintains accurate, up-to-date personnel records.
Context
The record indicates this was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific

How do you track and manage immunization records to ensure they remain current for all children in your care?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from an inspection in March 2024 identified instances where children's immunization forms were expired. Asking about the tracking process helps parents understand how the center stays proactive with health documentation.
Related violations
General question

Could you describe how you communicate with families about upcoming deadlines for health or immunization updates?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Proactive communication regarding health records helps ensure that all required documentation stays current without last-minute stress for families. This question provides insight into the center's administrative organization and partnership with parents.
General question

What steps do you take to orient new staff members to your center's policies and safety procedures before they begin working with children?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Understanding how the center prepares its team helps parents feel confident that all personnel are well-trained and aligned with operational standards. This question highlights the center's commitment to consistent care and supervision.
General question

How often do you review your internal administrative processes to ensure that all regulatory requirements are consistently met?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Regular self-assessment is a key part of maintaining a well-run facility. This question gives parents a sense of how the leadership team monitors its own performance and maintains high standards over time.