Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.5
- Local median
- 0.25
Star Christian Academy
908 SE Williston Rd, Gainesville, FL 32641
- License:
- X08AL0006
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Exempt
- Records checked:
- July 14, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, After School, Before School, Full Day, Half Day
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:00AM to 5:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 137
- License expiration:
- September 30, 2026
Typical cost: $1,192 - $1,413 (Under 1)
Child’s age
$1,192 - $1,413/mo
Median daily rate: $55.00 - $65.20
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 inspectionMarch 9, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMarch 9, 2026
Summary
This summary covers six available inspections for Star Christian Academy from April 23, 2024 through March 9, 2026.
Two inspections recorded violations, with three recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on February 20, 2025 and involved equipment or readiness, with a due date of March 20, 2025.
DaycareFacts did not classify any of these violations at the Higher concern level.
Three later inspections, from March 25, 2025 through March 9, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 6
- Recorded violations
- 3
- Higher-concern violations
- 0
- Repeated topics
- 1
1 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
6 total inspections vs 9 local median in 32641
Compared to 13 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 0%
- Local median
- 0%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 33%
- Local median
- 23%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 1
- 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.
Health or food records
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
April 23, 2024February 20, 2025Inspection 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
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- A resilient surface was not provided beneath and within the fall/use zone for [no fall zone on playground]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- Licensing specialist observed no fall zone on the playground. Per director, she has hired a company to do the fall zone for the playground and is scheduled to begin on March 1st. **Technical Assistance** D. Permanent or stationary playground equipment must have a fall/use zone that extends a minimum of 6 feet in all directions from the perimeter of the equipment. All types of ground cover must be maintained to provide resilience and reduce the incidence of injuries to children in the event of falls. 1. If the ground cover in place is loose ground cover (such as, but not limited to: mulch, shredded rubber chips, or sand) a minimum of 6 inches in depth is required in the use zo ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by March 20, 2025
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-06
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- Children listed on the supplemental had either expired health examination or immunization records. **Technical Assistance** The child care facility is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed Florida Certification of Immunization form Part A-1, B, or C, DH 680, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(o), F.A.C., or the Religious Exemption from Immunization form, DH 681, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(p), F.A.C., from the custodial parent or legal guardian.
- Correction status
- Due by March 6, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 40 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 40-02
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The Florida Certificate of Immunization was not acceptable in that [either missing or expired.] 1.The form was not current (expired). 2.An applicable part of the record was not complete. 3.It did not include the signature of the physician. 4.It did not include the date the form was issued by the physician. (Section 19.2, number 2) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- Children listed on the supplemental either have expired or missing immunization/health examination forms on file.
- Correction status
- Due by May 10, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 37 - Immunization Records (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 19.2 Record Keeping/Childrens Files, Page 47)
- Official code
- 37-02
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
Could you tell me about the current state of the playground equipment and the safety surfaces?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from February 2025 noted that the playground equipment lacked the required fall zone surfacing. Asking about this helps clarify how the facility ensures outdoor play areas are maintained for child safety.
- Context
- The facility indicated at the time of the inspection that a contractor was scheduled to address the surface.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What process do you use to keep track of children's health and immunization records?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records show that immunization record documentation was identified as a topic in inspections during both 2024 and 2025. This question allows the director to explain the current system for ensuring all student health files remain complete and up to date.
- Context
- A later inspection in March 2026 did not identify this issue.
Related violations
General question
How do you communicate with families when a child's health form is approaching its expiration date?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Proactive communication about expiring documents helps ensure that children's files stay current without any gaps in coverage. Understanding this process gives insight into how the center manages administrative responsibilities.
General question
What is your approach to routine maintenance and safety checks for indoor and outdoor facilities?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Regular facility inspections are important for maintaining a secure environment for children. Learning about the center's maintenance schedule helps parents understand how the provider prioritizes the physical upkeep of the space.
General question
How do you ensure that all staff members are trained on current health and safety record-keeping requirements?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Well-trained staff are essential for maintaining accurate records and following safety protocols. This question helps parents understand the center's commitment to ongoing professional development and administrative accuracy.