Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.25
- Local median
- 0.22
Ward Family Day Care Large /A Child's Paradise Llc
5529 Seaboard Ave, Jacksonville, FL 32244
- License:
- L04DU0068
- Type:
- Large Family Child Care Home
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 11, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, After School, Before School, Drop In, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care, Night Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 12:00AM to 11:59PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 12
- License expiration:
- June 25, 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 inspectionJune 8, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsJune 8, 2026
Summary
This summary covers eight available inspections for Ward Family Day Care Large /A Child's Paradise Llc from May 17, 2023 through June 8, 2026.
One inspection recorded a violation, with two recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on November 15, 2023 and involved health or food records, with a due date of November 21, 2023.
DaycareFacts did not classify any of these violations at the Higher concern level.
Six later inspections, from November 21, 2023 through June 8, 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
- 2
- 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 7 local median in 32244
Compared to 39 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 0%
- Local median
- 0%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 13%
- Local median
- 18%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 0
- Local average
- 0.31
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.
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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 Children's Records [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Counselor reviewed 5 children's records for all children currently enrolled. Counselor observed one child's file (S.L) missing 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. T ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by November 21, 2023
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 32 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 32-01
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 Children's Records [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Counselor reviewed 5 children's records for all children currently enrolled. Counselor observed one child's file (S.L) missing health records. 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 November 21, 2023
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 33 - Health Records
- Official code
- 33-01
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 walk me through your current process for ensuring all children's health examination forms are complete and on file upon enrollment?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an inspection in November 2023 noted a missing health examination form for an enrolled child. This question helps clarify how the center manages record-keeping to ensure all required documentation is current.
- Context
- The record indicates this was addressed following the November 2023 inspection, and subsequent inspections have been clean.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps does your team take to track and verify that immunization records are updated and maintained for every child?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from November 2023 identified a missing immunization record for a child. Asking about this process helps parents understand how the provider stays organized with health-related documentation.
- Context
- The record indicates this was addressed following the November 2023 inspection, and subsequent inspections have been clean.
Related violations
General question
How do you communicate with families if a required document or health form is nearing its expiration date?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Proactive communication regarding documentation helps ensure that children's files remain complete without interruption to care. This helps parents understand the center's administrative partnership with families.
General question
What is your typical procedure for welcoming a new child and ensuring their transition into the program goes smoothly?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Understanding the enrollment process helps families feel confident that the provider is prepared to meet the needs of a new child from their first day. This covers how the center handles initial paperwork and orientation.
General question
How do you ensure that staff members are well-trained on the importance of maintaining accurate and up-to-date records for all children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Consistent record-keeping is a key part of daily operations. This question provides insight into how the provider prioritizes administrative accuracy among the staff.