Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.13
- Local median
- 0.15
Denise Gause Family Day Care Home
2500 Old Moultrie Rd, St. Augustine, FL 32086
- License:
- F07SJ0071
- Type:
- Family Day Care Home
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 14, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- Food Served, Full Day, Infant Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:00AM to 5:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 10
- License expiration:
- September 11, 2026
Typical cost: $953 (Under 1)
Child’s age
$953/mo
Median daily rate: $44.00 (non-Gold Seal only)
Official Florida Division of Early Learning St. Johns 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 inspectionMarch 5, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMarch 5, 2026
Summary
This summary covers eight available inspections for Denise Gause Family Day Care Home from February 9, 2023 through March 5, 2026.
One inspection recorded a violation, with one recorded violation in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on February 15, 2024 and involved equipment or readiness, with a due date of March 15, 2024.
DaycareFacts did not classify any of these violations at the Higher concern level.
Five later inspections, from March 13, 2024 through March 5, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 8
- Recorded violations
- 1
- Higher-concern violations
- 0
- Repeated topics
- 0
2 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
8 total inspections vs 9 local median in 32086
Compared to 16 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 0%
- Local median
- 3%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 13%
- Local median
- 14%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 0
- Local average
- 0.38
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.
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- Outdoor play areas in the home were not free from litter, nails, glass, and other hazards. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.6, A
- Report comments
- Counselor found nails and screws sticking out of the fence. Director says she will contact someone to come out and fix the screws and nails. The Child Care Handbook states 3.5 Outdoor Play Area A. The outdoor play area must be clean and free from litter, nails, glass and other hazards.
- Correction status
- Due by March 15, 2024
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 14 - Outdoor Time, Fencing and Play Area Requirements
- Official code
- 14-01
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
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 describe your process for maintaining the outdoor play area to ensure it remains free of hazards?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records show an inspection in February 2024 identified concerns regarding hardware protrusions on the fence. Asking about current maintenance routines helps families understand how the provider ensures the play environment remains in good condition.
- Context
- A later inspection on March 5, 2026, was completed with no findings.
Related violations
General question
How often do you conduct safety walkthroughs of the indoor and outdoor spaces?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Regular safety checks are a standard part of maintaining a secure environment for children. Understanding the frequency of these inspections helps parents feel confident about the ongoing oversight of the facility.
General question
What is your approach to communicating with parents if a maintenance need or facility repair is identified?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Clear communication about the facility's physical environment helps build trust between families and the provider. Knowing how repairs are handled ensures parents stay informed about the care setting.
General question
How do you ensure that all equipment used by the children is age-appropriate and in good working order?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Consistent evaluation of play equipment is essential for supporting children's development and physical well-being. This question helps parents understand the provider's commitment to maintaining high-quality resources.
General question
What training or guidelines do you follow to keep the play areas clean and organized throughout the day?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Daily cleanliness routines are important for creating a healthy space for children to learn and play. Discussing these practices provides insight into the provider's daily operational standards.