Fearnside Family Services Center Head Start

3600 NE 15th St, Gainesville, FL 32609-2484

License:: E08AL0048
Type:: Child Care Facility
Status:: Exempt
Records checked:: July 14, 2026

Additional info

Programs and services:: Head Start, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day
Hours:: Mon-Tue: 7:30AM to 2:00PM; Wed: 7:30AM to 12:30PM; Thu-Fri: 7:30AM to 2:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
Capacity:: 64
License expiration:: Not found

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.

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Inspection snapshot

Questions worth asking

Only limited inspection history is available for this provider.

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Latest inspectionNot found

Latest inspection with no recorded violationsNot found

Summary

The available records for Fearnside Family Services Center Head Start do not include readable inspection reports.

Because this summary uses available records only, recorded violations and repeated topics may be incomplete.

At a glance

Total inspections: 0
Recorded violations: 0
Higher-concern violations: 0
Repeated topics: 0

Local comparison

0 total inspections vs 10 local median in 32609

Compared to 17 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

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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 from the loaded records.

No inspection reports found

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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

How do you handle daily communication with families regarding a child's activities and well-being?

Why ask this

Why ask this: Establishing a clear communication routine helps parents feel connected to their child's day and ensures they are informed about any important updates or milestones.

General question

What is your approach to staff training and maintaining consistent supervision throughout the day?

Why ask this

Why ask this: Understanding how staff are prepared and supported in their roles provides insight into the center's commitment to maintaining a consistent and attentive environment for children.

General question

Could you describe the daily routine and how you balance structured learning with free play?

Why ask this

Why ask this: Learning about the daily schedule helps families determine if the program's balance of activities aligns with their child's developmental needs and personality.

General question

What procedures are in place for managing health and safety routines, such as handwashing and meal service?

Why ask this

Why ask this: Inquiring about these standard health practices helps parents understand the center's commitment to maintaining a clean and organized environment for all children.

General question

How does the center handle transitions between different activities or classrooms to ensure children feel secure?

Why ask this

Why ask this: Asking about transition management helps parents understand how the program supports children's emotional comfort and stability as they move through their daily schedule.