Johnson's Love-N-Learn Daycare

LAKE CITY, FLChild Care FacilityLicensed

3.7based on state inspection data
Capacity72
HoursMon 6:30AM to 5:30PM; Tue 6:30AM to 5:30PM; Wed 6:30AM to 5:30PM; Thu 6:30AM to 5:30PM; Fri 6:30AM to 5:30PM
Est. price$973/mo

Contact information

Address141 SW Arrowhead Ter, Lake City FL, 32024

CityLAKE CITY, FL 32024

CountyCOLUMBIA

Phone3862925192

Operating details

HoursMon 6:30AM to 5:30PM; Tue 6:30AM to 5:30PM; Wed 6:30AM to 5:30PM; Thu 6:30AM to 5:30PM; Fri 6:30AM to 5:30PM

Capacity72

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 4/6/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High2
  • Medium-High2
  • Medium3
  • Medium-Low1
  • Low0

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Location

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141 SW Arrowhead Ter, Lake City FL, 32024, LAKE CITY, FL 32024

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  1. This facility has supervision-related findings on its state record - ask specifically how ratios are maintained during transitions, outdoor play, and nap time
  2. Ask what changed after their most recent supervision citation and how compliance is monitored now
  3. This facility has health or sanitation findings on its state record - ask about their current cleaning, diapering, and handwashing procedures
  4. This facility has staffing or training findings on its state record - ask about background checks, required training completion, and staff turnover

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 4/6/2026

  • High1
  • Medium-High0
  • Medium2
  • Medium-Low1
  • Low0

2026

  1. High riskStandard 034/6/2026

    03. Ratio Sufficient CCF Handbook, Section 2.3 (03-01)

    A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [6] children is required. A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [7] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. General Requirements [SR] Comments: A ratio of 1 child care personnel for 6 one year old children is required. A ratio of 1 child care personnel for 7 children ages 1-4 was observed. During today's inspection a for year old child was moved from the one year old class and placed into the VPK room. The one year old class is in ratio with 1 teacher, 6 children, The VPK class has 10 children, 1 staff. The facility is back into ratio compliance. Technical assistance given: 2.3.1 Mixed Age Groups A. In groups of mixed age ranges, where children under one year of age are included, one child care personnel must be responsible for no more than four children of any age group, at all times. B. In groups of mixed age ranges, where children one year of age but under two years of age are included, one child care personnel must be responsible for no more than six children of any age group, at all times. s.402.305(4), F.S. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-06. View official inspection document (report f5c4a7d1-386b-4c28-bfb0-d8b1980e6b84)

    Corrected at inspection
  2. Medium riskStandard 214/6/2026

    21. Restrooms and Bath Facilities CCF Handbook, Section 3.7 (21-05)

    Cleaning and sanitizing potty chairs did not take place after each use. CCF Handbook, Section 3.7, D Physical Environment [SR] Comments: The one- and two-year classroom did not clean and sanitize potty chairs after each use. During todays inspection potty chairs were cleaned and sanitized. Technical assistance was given: A. Each childcare facility must provide and maintain bathroom facilities that are easily accessible, and at a height usable by the children. Platforms may be used if they are safely constructed and have an impervious surface that can be easily cleaned and sanitized. D. Potty chairs, if used, shall be in addition to the toilet requirements, and must be cleaned and sanitized or disinfected after each use. CCF Handbook, Section 3.7, D Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-06. View official inspection document (report f5c4a7d1-386b-4c28-bfb0-d8b1980e6b84)

    Corrected at inspection
  3. Medium riskStandard 264/6/2026

    26. Meal and Snack Menus CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3 & Section 7 (26-02)

    The facility failed to maintain documentation of meal and snack menus for at least 12 months. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, H and Section 7, B.13. Food and Nutrition [SR] Comments: The facility failed to maintain documentation of meal and snack menus for at least 12 months. The director of the facility created a current monthly menu at todays inspection. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, H and Section 7, B.13. Food Safety: Technical assistance: If a childcare facility provides food to children in care, it must provide nutritious meals and snacks of a quantity and quality to help meet the daily nutritional needs of the children. The USDA MyPlate is to be used to determine which food groups to serve at each meal or snack serving size and age appropriateness of the selected foods for children. Copies of the USDA MyPlate dieting guidelines, incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(t), F.A.C. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-06. View official inspection document (report f5c4a7d1-386b-4c28-bfb0-d8b1980e6b84)

    Corrected at inspection
  4. Medium-Low riskStandard 444/6/2026

    44. Personnel Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 (44-01)

    Personnel records or copies of records were not being maintained at the facility and available for review by the licensing authority. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 Record Keeping [SR] Comments: Personnel records or copies of records were not being maintained at the facility and available for review by the licensing authority. All staff did not have an updated child abuse and neglect form. All staff signed and updated the child abuse and neglect form at todays inspection. Technical assistance given: 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 CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-06. View official inspection document (report f5c4a7d1-386b-4c28-bfb0-d8b1980e6b84)

    Corrected at inspection

Safety & Compliance Analysis

This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.

8Total Violations
4Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

Parent Recommendations

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Estimated monthly cost

$973/month

This is a modeled estimate — based on location, ages served, and program data — not the provider's actual tuition. Real prices vary by age group and services. Contact the daycare for current rates, fees, and availability.

Typical prices in Florida run about $904/month for infant care at a center (federal median)see daycare costs in Florida by age group.

About this daycare

  • Location: LAKE CITY, COLUMBIA County
  • Capacity: 72
  • Type: Child Care Facility

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