After School, Before School, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day
Hours:
Mon-Fri: 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
Capacity:
10
License expiration:
November 7, 2026
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
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Latest inspectionApril 29, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsApril 29, 2026
Summary
This summary covers eight available inspections for HAPPY HOME EDUCATION from October 31, 2023 through April 29, 2026.
Two inspections recorded violations, with 14 recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on May 3, 2024 and involved staff-to-child ratio.
Five later inspections, from May 23, 2024 through April 29, 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
14
0 in last 12 months
Higher-concern violations
6
0 in last 12 months
Repeated topics
0
Last 36 months
Local comparison
8 total inspections vs 8 local median in 32211
Compared to 46 local facilities
Recorded violations per inspection
This provider
1.75
Local median
0.45
1.75This provider
0.45Local median
Inspections with higher-concern violations
This provider
25%
Local median
8%
25%This provider
8%Local median
Inspections with recorded violations
This provider
25%
Local median
25%
25%This provider
25%Local median
Repeated topics
This provider
0
Local average
0.61
0This provider
0.61Local average
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.
A family day care home may provide care for a maximum of: 4 children from birth to 12 months of age. 3 children from birth to 12 months of age, and other children, for a maximum total of six children. 6 preschool children if all are older than 12 months of age. 10 children if no more than 5 are preschool age and, of those 5, no more than 2 are under 12 months of age. There were [9] children observed in care and their ages were [(1) 1 year, (2) 2years, (3) 3 years, (2) 4 years and (1) 5 years of age]. 402.302(8), F.S., FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 2.2.1
Correction / follow-up note
At the time of inspection, the licensing counselor observed the following ratios. Ratio: Mixed ages (1 to 5) 1:9 The above ratio exceeds the maximum of 6 preschool children if all are older than 12 months of age. At the time of inspection, the provider contacted four parents to pickup children from care. All parents contacted were present at the fdch to pick up children. The following ratio was then observed. Mixed ages 1:5 (1- 1 year, 1- 2 years, 1- 3 years 1- 4 years and 1- 5 years old) 2.2 Licensed Capacity 2.2.1 Family Day Care Home A family day care home may provide care for one of the following groups of children, which shall include household children under 13 years of ... [truncated]
An unscreened individual was left alone with children in care. s.435.06(2)(a), F.S. and FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 4.2, C
Correction / follow-up note
At the time of inspection, the operator was in the company of another individual who she stated was an "employee"/helper that works with her part time. However, when asked for the helpers file the provider was unable to provide the counselor with required documents for child care personnel including proof of successful completion of the level 2 background screening. 4 Background Screening 4.1 Initial Screening Operators, household members (adults and children 12 to 17 years of age), substitutes, volunteers and Large Family Child Care Home employees must have a level 2 background screening clearance from the Department prior to obtaining a license, residing in the home, employ ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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STAFFING REQUIREMENTS - 08 - Supervision
Official code
08-01
Higher concern: Supervision
Report finding
A child was observed napping or sleeping in a bedroom with the bedroom door closed. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 6, B
Inspector notes
The counselor observed a child in the operator's bedroom walk in closet asleep. The door to the closet was closed and at a time during the inspecton the bedroom door was closed. 6 Supervision B. Bedroom doors must remain open while children are napping or sleeping. When children are napping or sleeping, child care personnel must supervise by sound with frequent visual checks (every 10-15 minutes) to ensure the childs head is uncovered and assess the infants breathing and color. Baby monitors are permissible however, they do not replace the frequent visual checks. The child was removed from the area and brought to the day care area.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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STAFFING REQUIREMENTS - 08 - Supervision
Official code
08-09
Higher concern: Hazardous access
Report finding
The operator did not have documentation of current vaccination records for the pet observed.Vaccinations are available for this type of animal. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.1
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the counselor reviewed vaccination records for the operators Yorkshire Terrier that was not up to date. 7.1 Animal Vaccinations Animals, pets or fowl must be properly vaccinated, if vaccinations are available for the type of animal, pet or fowl; and be free from disease. Animals that are poisonous, aggressive, venomous, or pose a potential threat of harm to children in care are prohibited. Custodial parents or legal guardian must be informed in writing of all animals on the premises of the home. Such information may be provided by way of a parent flyer, a notification statement, or a statement included in the child's enrollment form. Documentation o ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by May 20, 2024
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 09 - Animal Vaccinations
Official code
09-01
Higher concern: Sleep safety
Report finding
A napping space was used which was under furniture, against furniture that may create a hazard, or blocking exit routes. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.8, M
Inspector notes
The counselor observed a child napping in front of the back exit. 7.8 Appropriate, Safe and Sanitary Bedding M. Napping spaces shall not be under furniture, against furniture that may create a hazard, or blocking exit routes. A minimum distance of 18 inches must be maintained around individual napping spaces, except a maximum of two sides of a napping space may be against a solid barrier, such as a wall. The solid side of a crib does not meet the requirement of a solid barrier. The child was moved to an adequate nap area.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 16 - Appropriate, Safe and Sanitary Bedding
Official code
16-16
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The family day care home did not have an operable fire extinguisher and/or fire extinguisher with a current certificate. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.11, B
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the counselor observed a fire extinguisher in the kitchen area that was not tagged with a current certificate. 7.11 Fire Safety B. The home shall have an operable smoke detector(s) and fire extinguisher with a current certificate. The fire extinguisher has to be tagged to be good operation.
Correction status
Due by May 2, 2024
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 19 - Smoke Detector, Fire Extinguisher, Telephone, Lighting, Temperature and Ventilation
Official code
19-03
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
Items unrelated to diaper changing were stored in the diaper changing area or placed on the diaper changing table. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.18, B
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the counselor observed a pull up sitting on the back of the toilet seat in the bathroom. 7.18 Diapering Area Cleanliness/Sanitization B. Items unrelated to diaper changing shall not be stored in the diaper changing area nor shall they be placed on the diaper changing table. The pull up was removed and discarded.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 23 - Diapering Area Clean and Sanitized
Official code
23-04
Low concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
Emergency information/telephone numbers were not posted on or near all telephones in the home. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.20, A
Report comments
At the time of inspection, the operator did not have a posting with emergency numbers. 7.20 Emergency Procedures and Notification The operator shall have a procedure for responding when an immediate emergency medical response is required. Emergency procedures must be posted and readily accessible. The operator shall develop contingency plans for emergencies or disaster situations when it may not be possible to follow standard emergency procedures. All child care personnel must be trained to manage in an emergency. A. Emergency telephone numbers (including ambulance, fire, police, poison control center, Florida Abuse Hotline, the county public health unit); the homes address, ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by May 2, 2024
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 25 - Emergency Information
Official code
25-02
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The operator did not maintain and make available the records of emergency preparedness drills for 12 months from the date of the drill.FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.22, D
Report comments
At the time of inspection, the counselor was not provided with documentation of the family day care home conducting fire drills. 7.22 Emergency Preparedness D. The operator shall maintain a written record of the emergency preparedness drills showing the type of drill, date conducted, number of children in attendance, and time taken for all individuals to complete the drill. Documentation of all drills must be maintained for a minimum of 12 months. A fire drill was conducted at the time of inspection.
Correction status
Due by May 2, 2024
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 27 - Fire Drills/Emergency Preparedness
Official code
27-04
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The operator did not maintain and make available the records of emergency preparedness drills for 12 months from the date of the drill.FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.22, D
Report comments
At the time of the inspection the counselor was not provided with documentation that the facility conducts emergency preparedness drills. 7.22 Emergency Preparedness D. The operator shall maintain a written record of the emergency preparedness drills showing the type of drill, date conducted, number of children in attendance, and time taken for all individuals to complete the drill. Documentation of all drills must be maintained for a minimum of 12 months.
Correction status
Due by May 2, 2024
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 27 - Fire Drills/Emergency Preparedness
Official code
27-08
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
Child(ren) did not have a Florida Certification of Immunization (DH Form 680) or a Religious Exemption from Immunization (DH Form 681), on file within 30 days of enrollment.FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.1, A
Report comments
At the time of inspection, the counselor reviewed 10 student files. Of the student files reviewed 6 students did not have current immunization records. 8.1 Health/Immunization Records A. The operator is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed Florida Certification of Immunization form, Parts A-1, B, and/or C, DH 680 (July 2010), or the Religious Exemption from Immunization form, DH 681 (July 2008), which are incorporated herein by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(o) and (p), F.A.C., from the custodial parent or legal guardian, within 30 days of enrollment. DH Form 680 and DH Form 681 may be obtained from the local health department ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by May 20, 2024
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 31 - Immunization Records
Official code
31-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
Child(ren) did not have a Student Health Examination/DH (Form 3040), or an equivalent health statement on file within 30 days of enrollment. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.2, A
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the counselor reviewed 10 student files of the student file observed 4 files were missing current physical exams. 8.2 Student Health Records A. The operator is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed DH 3040, Student Health Examination form, incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(q), F.A.C. and may be obtained from the local county health department, or a signed statement by an authorized professional that indicates the results of the components of the form are included in the health examination from the custodial parent or legal guardian, within 30 days of enrollment.
Correction status
Due by May 20, 2024
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 32 - Health Records
Official code
32-01
Low concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
No enrollment information was on file for the child(ren) and/ or available for licensing to review. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.3, B
Correction / follow-up note
At the time of inspection, the counselor reviewed 10 student files total; of the 10 student files reviewed 3 student files were missing enrollment forms. 8.3 Enrollment Information A. The operator shall obtain enrollment information from the childs custodial parent or legal guardian prior to accepting the child into care. This information shall be documented on CF-FSP Form 5219, Child Care Application for Enrollment, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(f), F.A.C., or an equivalent that contains all the information required by the Departments form. CF-FSP Form 5219 may be obtained from the Departments website at www.myflfamilies.com/childcare. B. Enrollment inf ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by May 2, 2024
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 33 - Enrollment Information/Daily Attendance
Official code
33-01
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
Report finding
Daily attendance was not maintained to account for all children in care. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.4, A and B
Report comments
At the time of inspection, the operator stated she did not have a daily attendance sheet. 8.4 Daily Attendance A. Daily attendance of children must be taken and recorded by child care personnel, documenting the time when each child enters and departs the home. B. The custodial parent or guardian may document the time when his/her child enters and departs the family day care home. However, the operator is responsible for ensuring that attendance records are complete and accurate. ENFORCEMENT
Correction status
Due by May 2, 2024
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 33 - Enrollment Information/Daily Attendance
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 how you manage daily child-to-staff ratios to ensure they stay within state guidelines?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from a May 2024 inspection report show a finding regarding the number of children in care exceeding the allowed ratio. This question helps parents understand the current process for maintaining proper supervision levels.
Context
The finding was corrected at the time of the inspection, and subsequent inspections have been clean.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your current process for tracking daily attendance for all children in your care?
Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from April 2024 noted that attendance records were not being maintained. Asking about this helps parents understand how the provider ensures every child is accounted for throughout the day.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you ensure that all individuals who assist in the home have completed the required background screening process?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records from April 2024 indicate a finding where an individual assisting in the home lacked documentation of a background screening. This question helps parents understand the provider's current procedures for verifying the credentials of anyone present with children.
Context
The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your policy regarding pets in the home and ensuring they are up to date on their vaccinations?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from an April 2024 inspection report show a finding regarding missing documentation for pet vaccinations. This question helps parents understand how the provider manages health and safety requirements related to animals on the premises.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you ensure that naptime environments are set up safely and according to regulations?
Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from April 2024 noted a finding regarding the placement of a napping space. This question helps parents understand the current practices for maintaining safe sleep areas for children.
Context
The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection.