Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 1.67
- Local median
- 0.31
Gateway Christian Academy
2790 Enterprise Rd, Orange City, FL 32763
- License:
- X07VO0060
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Exempt
- Records checked:
- July 13, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, VPK, After School, Before School, Full Day
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:00AM to 5:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 72
- License expiration:
- February 16, 2027
Typical cost: $1,083 - $1,231 (Under 1)
Child’s age
$1,083 - $1,231/mo
Median daily rate: $50.00 - $56.80
Official Florida Division of Early Learning Volusia 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 8, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMay 8, 2026
Summary
This summary covers three available inspections for Gateway Christian Academy from June 17, 2025 through May 8, 2026.
One inspection recorded a violation, with five recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on April 13, 2026 and involved equipment or readiness, with a due date of April 30, 2026.
DaycareFacts did not classify any of these violations at the Higher concern level.
A later inspection showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether it was a formal follow-up.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 3
- Recorded violations
- 5
- Higher-concern violations
- 0
- Repeated topics
- 0
2 in last 12 months
5 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
3 total inspections vs 11 local median in 32763
Compared to 15 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 0%
- Local median
- 9%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 33%
- Local median
- 23%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 0
- Local average
- 0.67
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
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The frame of the [2 large plastic climbing structures] was not securely anchored in the ground or stationary by design. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the inspection of the playground, it was noted that two of the three structures on the playground were required by the manufacturer for safety to be anchored into the ground. The facility will either need to anchor the two large climbing pieces or remove them from the playground. The SR requirements state that the rule found in the Child Care Facility Handbook on page 38 applies. 3.12 Outdoor Equipment A. A child care facility must provide and maintain enough usable equipment suitable to each childs age and development and of a quantity for each to be involved in activities. B. All playground equipment must be securely anchored, unless portable or stationary by design, ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 30, 2026
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-02
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documented proof that all child care personnel were trained and knowledgeable within 30 days of date of hire in [ the use of fire extinguishers]. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.3 and 4.2.5 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Training [SR]
- Report comments
- There are currently 5 employees. All 5 employee records were reviewed. Two employees, NR and BB, have been at the facility for over 30 days and did not have documentation on record that a fire extinguisher course was completed. The SR requirements state that the rule found in the Child Care Facility Handbook on page 42 applies. 4.2.5 Fire Extinguisher Training All child care personnel shall be trained in the use and operation of a fire extinguisher, at each facility they are employed, within 30 days of date of hire. The facility must maintain documentation that all child care personnel have completed training.
- Correction status
- Due by April 30, 2026
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-05
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The facility did not have a written exposure plan regarding safety precautions for exposure to blood and potentially infectious fluids. CCF Handbook, Section 6 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- The facility did not have a written exposure plan available. The facility will need to create this plan. Personnel are required to be educated on the facilitys exposure plan regarding standard precautions before beginning to work and annually thereafter. Written documentation that child care personnel have participated in the facilitys annual refresher education for the exposure plan and understand the proper procedures in the event there is exposure to blood and potentially infectious fluids must be retained for 12 months and be available for licensing to review. The facility will need to forward the exposure plan and the signatures of the staff for review by 4/30/2026.
- Correction status
- Due by April 30, 2026
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 34 - Communicable Disease Control
- Official code
- 34-11
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facility's first aid kit was missing the following items: [ A current resource guide on first aid and CPR procedures, Soap and hand sanitizer, Bottled water]. CCF Handbook, Section 6.2, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- The first aid kit was incomplete in that it was missing a current resource guide on first aid and CPR procedures, soap, hand sanitizer and bottled water. The facility will need to obtain these supplies to complete their first aid kit. The SR requirements state that the rule found in the Child Care Facility Handbook on page 55 applies. 6.2 First Aid Kit Minimum Requirements A. At least one first aid kit must be maintained on the premises at all times. The kit(s) must be accessible to the child care personnel at all times and kept out of the reach of children. If the first aid kit is stored in the food preparation area, it must be stored in a manner to prevent contamination of ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 30, 2026
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 36 - First Aid Requirements
- Official code
- 36-06
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The child care personnel record did not include a signed statement regarding any work in a center that had been subject to negative licensing action or the subject of disciplinary action while employed. s.402.3055(1)(b), F.S. and Section 7.4, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- There are currently 5 employees. All 5 employee records were reviewed. One employee, BB, did not sign the statement regarding previous work in childcare. The SR requirements state that the rule found in the Child Care Facility Handbook on page 61 applies. 7.4 Personnel Records Records must be maintained and kept current on all child care personnel, as defined by Section 402.302(3), F.S. These records shall be on-site, available for review by the licensing authority and must include: A. A complete employment application with the required statement pursuant to Section 402.3055(1)(b), F.S
- Correction status
- Due by April 30, 2026
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 43 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 43-03
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 tell me about the current safety checks for the outdoor play equipment?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an April 2026 inspection noted that certain climbing structures required anchoring to meet safety standards. Asking about this helps parents understand how the center maintains and monitors playground equipment for stability.
- Context
- A later inspection on May 8, 2026, did not note any new concerns.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How does the center ensure that all staff members are up to date on required safety training, such as fire extinguisher use?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from April 2026 identified a need for updated documentation regarding fire extinguisher training for some staff. This question helps parents learn about the center's current process for tracking and verifying staff certifications.
- Context
- A later inspection on May 8, 2026, did not note any new concerns.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is the center's current process for maintaining the first aid kits to ensure all required supplies are always available?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records from April 2026 indicated that some items were missing from the first aid kit at that time. Asking about this helps parents understand how the center monitors and replenishes essential safety supplies.
- Context
- A later inspection on May 8, 2026, did not note any new concerns.
Related violations
Finding-specific
Can you explain how the center handles health and safety protocols, such as the exposure plan for infectious fluids?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from April 2026 noted that a written exposure plan was not available for review during an inspection. This question helps parents understand the center's current health and safety documentation practices.
- Context
- A later inspection on May 8, 2026, did not note any new concerns.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your approach to maintaining complete and current personnel records for all staff members?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An inspection report from April 2026 noted a missing signature in one personnel file. Asking about this helps parents understand how the center ensures all administrative and regulatory documentation is kept up to date.
- Context
- A later inspection on May 8, 2026, did not note any new concerns.
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