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Latson Family Day Care Home

4123 NW 35th St, Gainesville, FL 32605

License:
F08AL0280
Type:
Family Day Care Home
Status:
Licensed
Records checked:
July 14, 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:
July 14, 2026
Typical cost: $1,062 - $1,222 (Under 1)
Child’s age

$1,062 - $1,222/mo

Median daily rate: $49.00 - $56.40

Official Florida Division of Early Learning Alachua 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 inspectionDecember 29, 2025
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsJune 5, 2025

Summary

This summary covers five available inspections for Latson Family Day Care Home from January 10, 2024 through December 29, 2025.

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

The most recent recorded violation was on December 29, 2025 and involved inspection access or misrepresentation.

DaycareFacts did not classify any of these violations at the Higher concern level.

The available reports do not include a later inspection with no recorded violations after that violation.

At a glance

Total inspections
5

1 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
1

1 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
0

0 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
0

Last 36 months

Local comparison

5 total inspections vs 5.5 local median in 32605

Compared to 24 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
0.2
Local median
0.09

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
0%
Local median
0%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
20%
Local median
9%

Repeated topics

This provider
0
Local average
0.08

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
Medium concern: inspection access or misrepresentation
Report finding
Child care personnel failed to grant the licensing authority access to the family day care home, or any portion thereof, during the hours of operation. s. 402.311, F.S.
Report comments
A. Child care personnel must allow access to the entire premises of the home to inspect for compliance with family day care home and large family child care home minimum standards pursuant to s. 402.311, Florida Statute. Child care personnel must not interfere with or prevent the licensing authority from copying records, photographing or recording a location/activity on the premises as documentation for the inspection. On 12/22/2025 Licensing Specialist attempted to get access to the home to complete inspection and was unable to get in contact with operator at time of visit. Provider has since reached out, and inspection was conducted on 12/29/2025. Technical Assistance Licen ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 34 - Access to the Premises/Misrepresentation
Official code
34-01

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 ensuring that licensing representatives have access to the home when they arrive for an inspection?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from an inspection in December 2025 note a challenge with providing access to the home during a visit. This question helps clarify how the provider manages communication with licensing authorities to ensure smooth, routine operations.
Context
The provider addressed this during the inspection and the matter was resolved at that time.
Related violations
General question

How do you handle daily communication with parents regarding their child's routine and any updates from the day?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Consistent communication between providers and families is essential for maintaining transparency and ensuring that parents feel informed about their child's care experience.
General question

What is your approach to maintaining a consistent daily schedule for the children in your care?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Understanding the daily structure helps families determine if the provider's routine aligns with the needs and developmental goals of their child.
General question

How do you manage staffing and supervision to ensure that children are always well-attended throughout the day?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Learning about supervision practices provides insight into how the provider prioritizes the safety and engagement of every child in their care.
General question

What steps do you take to keep the environment organized and prepared for the children's daily activities?

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Why ask this
A well-maintained environment is a key factor in supporting a positive and productive learning space for children.