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Katherine McAlister Family Day Care Home

10732 Lariat Ln, Jacksonville, FL 32257

License:
F04DU0389
Type:
Family Day Care Home
Status:
Licensed
Records checked:
July 11, 2026
Additional info
Programs and services:
After School, Before School, Drop In, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care, Night Care, Weekend Care
Hours:
Mon-Sun: 12:00AM to 11:59PM
Capacity:
10
License expiration:
May 30, 2027
Typical cost: $910 - $1,083 (Under 1)
Child’s age

$910 - $1,083/mo

Median daily rate: $42.00 - $50.00

Official Florida Division of Early Learning Duval County data.

Not this provider’s price.

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 inspectionMay 5, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMay 5, 2026

Summary

This summary covers eight available inspections for Katherine McAlister Family Day Care Home from May 17, 2023 through May 5, 2026.

One inspection recorded a violation, with one recorded violation in total.

The most recent higher-concern violation was on April 29, 2025 and involved background screening, with a due date of May 2, 2025.

Three later inspections, from April 30, 2025 through May 5, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.

At a glance

Total inspections
8

2 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
1

0 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
1

0 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
0

Last 36 months

Local comparison

8 total inspections vs 3 local median in 32257

Compared to 23 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
0.13
Local median
0.09

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
13%
Local median
0%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
13%
Local median
9%

Repeated topics

This provider
0
Local average
0.35

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.

View official report
Higher concern: Background screening
Report finding
Background screening was not completed every five years after the initial screening. 402.313(3), F.S.
Inspector notes
The licensing specialist observed that the owner's background screening was expired. The substitute came to the house and oversaw home childcare. Specialist give technical assistant: Re-Screening A screening conducted under this rule is valid for five years, at which time a re-screen must be conducted in the same manner as the initial screening. A. The five year re-screen is required for the operator, household members and substitutes. B. The five year re-screen must include, at a minimum, a criminal records check (both national and statewide), a sexual predator and sexual offender registry search, and child abuse and neglect history of any state in which an individual reside ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by May 2, 2025
More details
Report section
STAFFING REQUIREMENTS - 06 - Background Screening Requirements
Official code
06-06

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 explain the process for ensuring all staff and household members stay current with their background screenings?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from an April 2025 inspection report indicate that a background screening had expired. Asking about the current process helps families understand how the provider tracks these requirements to ensure they remain up to date.
Context
A later inspection in May 2026 did not note any concerns.
Related violations
General question

How do you handle communication with parents if there is a change in the daily routine or staffing?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Clear communication regarding daily operations and staffing changes helps parents stay informed and feel confident in the consistency of care provided to their children.
General question

What is your approach to supervising children during different types of activities throughout the day?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Understanding the supervision strategy allows parents to see how the provider maintains a secure environment for children during both structured and unstructured time.
General question

How do you ensure that all substitute caregivers are fully integrated into your safety and care routines?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Learning how the provider prepares substitutes helps parents understand how continuity of care and safety standards are maintained when the primary caregiver is unavailable.
General question

What steps do you take to keep your facility's records and training certifications organized and current?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Proactive record-keeping is a key part of running a professional program, and this question helps parents understand the provider's commitment to administrative diligence.