Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 5.5
- Local median
- 0.35
Boys and Girls Club of Northeast Florida-Russel B Cook Jr Community Center
3300 Jones St, Jacksonville, FL 32206
- License:
- E04DU0363
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Exempt
- Records checked:
- July 11, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- After School
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 2:30PM to 7:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- Not listed
- License expiration:
- October 16, 2026
Typical cost: $1,192 - $1,300 (Under 1)
Child’s age
$1,192 - $1,300/mo
Median daily rate: $55.00 - $60.00
Official Florida Division of Early Learning Duval 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 inspectionOctober 1, 2025
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsNot found
Summary
This summary covers two available inspections for Boys and Girls Club of Northeast Florida-Russel B Cook Jr Community Center from August 7, 2024 through October 1, 2025.
Two inspections recorded violations, with 11 recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on October 1, 2025 and involved hazardous access, with a due date of October 20, 2025.
That higher-concern topic showed up in two inspections.
The available reports do not include a later inspection with no recorded violations after that violation.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 2
- Recorded violations
- 11
- Higher-concern violations
- 5
- Repeated topics
- 2
1 in last 12 months
9 in last 12 months
4 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
2 total inspections vs 3 local median in 32206
Compared to 37 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 100%
- Local median
- 3%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 100%
- Local median
- 29%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 2
- Local average
- 0.57
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Equipment or readiness
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
August 7, 2024October 1, 2025Hazardous access
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
August 7, 2024October 1, 2025Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- A vehicle(s) used to transport children did not have an annual inspection by a mechanic to ensure it was in proper working order. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- Licensing Specialist observed that vehicle did not have annual inspection documentation. Per Provider vehicle has not had an annual inspection. 2.5.4 Vehicle Requirements For the purpose of this section, vehicles refer to those owned, operated or regularly used by the childcare program, and vehicles that provide transportation through a contract or agreement with an outside entity. Parents/guardians personal vehicles used for transporting during field trips are excluded from meeting the requirements of this sub-section. A. All vehicles regularly used to transport children must be inspected annually by a mechanic to ensure that they are in proper working order. Documentation b ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by October 20, 2025
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 07 - Vehicle Requirements
- Official code
- 07-03
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- A vehicle(s) used to transport children did not have the required alarm system installed to prompt the driver to inspect the vehicle for children before exiting the vehicle. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- Licensing Specialist observed that there was no state required alarm system on the van. Per Provider is aware that there is no alarm on van. 2.5.4 Vehicle Requirements For the purpose of this section, vehicles refer to those owned, operated or regularly used by the child care program, and vehicles that provide transportation through a contract or agreement with an outside entity. Parents/guardians personal vehicles used for transporting during field trips are excluded from meeting the requirements of this sub-section. F. By January 1, 2022 all vehicles used by childcare facilities to transport children must be equipped with a reliable alarm system approved by the Department w ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by October 20, 2025
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 07 - Vehicle Requirements
- Official code
- 07-05
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- The facilitys fencing walls or gate area had gaps that could allow children to exit the outdoor play area. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, F (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Licensing Specialist observed that there is an opening near the basketball court due to the Boys and girls club is a community center and open to the public. There is also another opening in the fence on the far side of the building due to the fence being cut open for access to entering and exiting the playground area. Per Provider the City is refusing to close the fencing area off because it is open to the community. 3.5 Outdoor Play Area F. The outdoor play area must have adequate fencing or walls a minimum of 4 feet in height. Fencing, including gates, must be continuous and must not have gaps or opening larger than 3 inches that would allow children to exit the outdoor pl ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by October 20, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-06
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The ground cover or other protective surface under the [Swings] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- Licensing Specialist observed that there was only a small amount of mulch under the swing area. Per Provider the children were complaining about splinters because of the wood mulch. 3.12 Outdoor Equipment D. Permanent or stationary playground equipment must have a fall/use zone that extends a minimum of 6 feet in all directions from the perimeter of the equipment. All types of ground cover must be maintained to provide resilience and reduce the incidence of injuries to children in the event of falls.
- Correction status
- Due by October 20, 2025
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-07
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documented proof that child care personnel participating in the transportation of children were trained on safe transportation practices prior to participating in transportation of children. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.6 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Training [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Licensing Specialist observed that (1) staff member has not completed transportation training. Technical assistance provided. 4.2.6 Transportation Training All childcare personnel participating in the transportation of children must have training regarding guidance on safe transportation practices prior to participating in transportation of children. For childcare personnel to satisfy this requirement the training must be accomplished through the Departments Transportation Safety course or the Early Learning Floridas Precautions in Transporting Children course. Childcare personnel working at a facility currently providing transportation must complete training by April 1, 2020 ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by October 20, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-06
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Child care personnel did not complete preservice training requirements prior to unsupervised contact with or care of children or, if supervised, within 90 days of beginning employment or service with the provider. (Section 3.1 and 3.2 Training Requirements, Page 7) [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Licensing Specialist observed that (1) staff member have not completed school readiness training. Important School Readiness Updates: Due to changes in federal regulations, there are new health and safety training requirements for all childcare personnel employed at a contracted School Readiness (SR) program site. For compliance, all personnel who directly supervise children must successfully complete mandated health and safety training. By June 30, 2024, all current SR childcare personnel must complete two new health and safety courses: Health and Nutrition in the School Readiness Program and Safety Practices in the School Readiness Program . These courses are free to the le ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by November 3, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-07
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- All child care personnel who completed DCF training did not complete additional DEL-approved health and safety training by required date. (Section 3.2.A.1. and 3.2.C Training Requirements, Page 7) [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Licensing Specialist observed that (1) staff member have not completed DEL-approved SR training. Technical assistance provided. 3.2 Training Courses A. Notwithstanding the exemption from completing childcare training based on educational credentials or passing of competency examinations per s. 402.305(2), F.S., all childcare personnel must successfully complete at least one of these trainings: 1. Licensed School Readiness providers must complete, and any other School Readiness provider type may complete, the DCF-approved online or in-person childcare training courses as evidenced by successful completion of the competency examination offered by DCF or its designated represent ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by November 3, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-10
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- Child care personnel did not have an employment application on file. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Licensing Specialist observed that there were 4 staff members (J.N, A.W, M.G, K.S) with no employment applications on file. 7.4 Personnel Records Records must be maintained and kept current on all child care personnel, as defined by Section 402.302(3), F.S. These records shall be on-site, available for review by the licensing authority and must include: A. A complete employment application with the required statement pursuant to Section 402.3055(1)(b), F.S. B. Documentation of position and date of employment.
- Correction status
- Due by October 20, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 43 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 43-02
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Licensing Specialist observed that there were (2) staff members (A.W, M.G.) with no abuse and neglect form on file. 7.4 Personnel Records Records must be maintained and kept current on all child care personnel, as defined by Section 402.302(3), F.S. These records shall be on-site, available for review by the licensing authority and must include: 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 childcare personnel.
- Correction status
- Due by October 20, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 43 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 43-04
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facilitys outdoor play area contained litter, nails, glass or other hazards that posed a low potential for harm to children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- An area on the side of the play area has a pile of debris which pose a hazard. Technical assistance was provided. The outdoor play area must be clean and free from litter, nails, glass and other hazards. The outdoor play area must be designed to allow personnel to clearly see children while playing on all equipment.
- Correction status
- Due by October 7, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-01
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- The facilitys fencing walls or gate area had gaps that could allow children to exit the outdoor play area. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, F (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- A section of the fence was missing, and debris was pile in the opening of the fence. Technical assistance was provided. The outdoor play area must have adequate fencing or walls a minimum of 4 feet in height. Fencing, including gates, must be continuous and must not have gaps or openings larger than 3 inches that would allow children to exit the outdoor play area. The base of the fence must remain at ground level, and be free from erosion or build-up to prevent inside or outside access by children or animals. These areas must have at least two exits, with at least one being remote from the buildings. If an outdoor play area was approved for usage by the Department prior to Oc ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by October 7, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-06
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 tell me about the current status of the outdoor play area and how you ensure it remains secure for the children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an October 2025 inspection noted concerns regarding gaps in the fencing that could allow children to exit the play area. Asking about this helps parents understand the steps taken to ensure the outdoor space is fully enclosed and secure.
- Context
- Correction due date was 10/20/2025.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What training do staff members receive regarding safe transportation practices before they begin driving children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from October 2025 identified that documentation for required transportation training was missing for some staff. This question helps parents understand the current process for verifying that all drivers are properly trained and qualified.
- Context
- Correction due date was 10/20/2025.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your process for ensuring that all required safety equipment, such as vehicle alarms, is installed and functioning properly?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from October 2025 indicate that a vehicle used for transport lacked a required alarm system. Asking this helps parents understand the center's commitment to vehicle safety and equipment compliance.
- Context
- Correction due date was 10/20/2025.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you maintain the playground equipment and ground cover to ensure it stays in good condition for the children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records from 2024 and 2025 show repeated findings regarding the maintenance of outdoor play equipment and ground surfaces. This question allows parents to learn about the facility's routine maintenance schedule and how they keep play areas safe.
Related violations
General question
How do you handle the daily transition of children between the facility and the transportation vehicles?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Understanding the daily routine for arrivals and departures helps parents feel confident about how their children are supervised during transit. This question provides insight into the center's safety protocols and staff communication during these transitions.