Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.73
- Local median
- 0.2
Shekinah Christian Learning Center
4616 SE 6th Ave, Gainesville, FL 32641
- License:
- L08AL0456
- Type:
- Large Family Child Care Home
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 14, 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: 6:00AM to 11:59PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 12
- License expiration:
- November 13, 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 inspectionMay 11, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsOctober 29, 2025
Summary
This summary covers 11 available inspections for Shekinah Christian Learning Center from May 2, 2023 through May 11, 2026.
Five inspections recorded violations, with eight recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on May 11, 2026 and involved equipment or readiness.
Sleep safety was a higher-concern topic that showed up in one inspection.
The available reports do not include a later inspection with no recorded violations after that violation.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 11
- Recorded violations
- 8
- Higher-concern violations
- 2
- Repeated topics
- 1
3 in last 12 months
3 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
11 total inspections vs 9 local median in 32641
Compared to 27 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 18%
- Local median
- 0%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 45%
- Local median
- 20%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 1
- Local average
- 0.22
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Equipment or readiness
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 4 recorded violations.
May 6, 2025October 15, 2025May 11, 2026Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- There was no documentation, maintained for 12 months, that routine inspections were conducted at least monthly of all supports, above and below the ground, all connectors, and moving parts. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.6, J Health Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- Licensing specialist reviewed physical environment log and daily inspection log has not been completed since 10/2025. Both were completed at time of inspection. Technical Assistance: J. Maintenance shall include checks at least every month of all supports above and below the ground, all connectors, and moving parts. Documentation must be maintained for a 12-month period. The outdoor play areas and equipment shall be inspected prior to usage daily for basic health and safety. Daily indoor equipment items include but are not limited to: counter/table tops, toys, floors, diaper pails, toilets, and sinks.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 15 - Outdoor Time, Fencing, and Play Area Requirements
- Official code
- 15-15
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The operator did not maintain and make available the record of fire drills for a minimum of 12 months from the date of the drill. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.21, D Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Licensing specialist reviewed observed fire drill last documented since 10/2025. Fire drill was conducted at time of inspection. Technical Assistance: 7.21 Fire Drills A. During the homes licensure year, fire drills utilizing the smoke detector(s) must be conducted monthly at various dates and times when children are in care. B. When the homes smoke detectors(s) is/are activated or initiated, all adults and children must evacuate the home. C. The smoke detector(s) must be operable at all times.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 28 - Fire Drills/Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 28-04
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The home did not have an operable fire extinguisher and/or fire extinguisher with a current certificate. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.12, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Licensing specialist observed fire extinguisher certificate expired 09/2025. **Technical Assistance** B. The home shall have an operable smoke detector(s) and fire extinguisher with a current certificate.
- Correction status
- Due by October 22, 2025
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 20 - Smoke Detector, Fire Extinguisher, Telephone, Lighting, Temperature and Ventilation
- Official code
- 20-03
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Sleep safety
- Report finding
- The bedding available was not safe and poses a threat to the health, safety or well-being of a child in care. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.8, A, B and D Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Licensing specialist observed a child sleeping on a bed in the provider's bedroom and another child on a recliner chair. Children woke up at time of inspection. **Technical Assistance** F. Sleep bedding includes beds, cribs, or mattresses. Nap bedding includes sleep bedding, cots, playpens, play yards or floor mats. Air and foam mattresses are prohibited. Floor mats must be at least one-inch thick, and covered with an impermeable surface. G. Bedding must be appropriate for the childs size.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 17 - Appropriate, Safe and Sanitary Bedding
- Official code
- 17-02
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The operator did not maintain and make available the record of fire drills for a minimum of 12 months from the date of the drill. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.21, D Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Licensing specialist observed provider did not conduct a March and April fire drill. Fire drill was conducted during time of inspection. **Technical Assistance** A. During the homes licensure year, fire drills utilizing the smoke detector(s) must be conducted monthly at various dates and times when children are in care. B. When the homes smoke detectors(s) is/are activated or initiated, all adults and children must evacuate the home.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 28 - Fire Drills/Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 28-04
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ the form was not current (expired)]. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.1, A and B Children's Records [SR]
- Report comments
- Children listed on the supplemental had expired immunization record on file. **Technical Assistance** 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.
- Correction status
- Due by June 2, 2025
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 32 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 32-02
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- Required background screening was missing for: [ adult or household, substitute]. 402.313(3) F.S. Large Family [SR]
- Report comments
- Substitute listed on the supplemental had an expired background screening. Substitute is scheduled for prints this afternoon. Household member listed on the supplemental needs to initiate agency review. **Technical Assistance** 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, employment, or volunteering unsupervised with children.
- Correction status
- Due by May 27, 2024
More details
- Report section
- LICENSED FAMILY - 07 - Background Screening Requirements
- Official code
- 07-02
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ the form was not current (expired)]. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.1, A and B
- Report comments
- Children listed on the supplemental had expired immunization on file. **Technical Assistance**' 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.
- Correction status
- Due by June 2, 2023
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 32 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 32-02
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
Can you describe the current process for ensuring that all children have appropriate and safe sleeping arrangements?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an inspection in 2025 noted concerns regarding the type of bedding used for children during nap time. This question helps clarify the current standards and equipment used to ensure a safe sleep environment.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps are taken to ensure that all staff and household members have current background screenings on file?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from 2024 identified that required background screening documentation was missing for some individuals. Asking about the current tracking process helps parents understand how the center maintains compliance with these requirements.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How does the center manage and document the required monthly fire drills and equipment inspections?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records show that documentation for fire drills and routine equipment maintenance has been a repeated topic of discussion across multiple visits. This question allows the provider to explain the current system for keeping these records organized and up to date.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is the process for keeping children's health and immunization records current and complete?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records indicate that in past inspections, some immunization forms were found to be expired. This question helps parents understand how the center monitors these documents to ensure they remain valid for all children in care.
Related violations
General question
How do you communicate with families about daily routines and any changes to center policies?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Clear communication is essential for parents to feel confident in the daily operations and care provided. Understanding how the center shares information helps families stay informed about their child's environment and the center's standards.