Young Start Academy, Inc.
JACKSONVILLE, FL·Child Care FacilityLicensed
Contact information
Address1049 Palmetto St, Jacksonville FL, 32206
CountyDUVAL
Phone9043582672
Operating details
HoursMon 7:00AM to 5:30PM; Tue 7:00AM to 5:30PM; Wed 7:00AM to 5:30PM; Thu 7:00AM to 5:30PM; Fri 7:00AM to 5:30PM
Capacity41
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 3/20/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High3
- Medium-High3
- Medium0
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
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Location
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1049 Palmetto St, Jacksonville FL, 32206, JACKSONVILLE, FL 32206
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- This facility has supervision-related findings on its state record - ask specifically how ratios are maintained during transitions, outdoor play, and nap time
- Ask what changed after their most recent supervision citation and how compliance is monitored now
- This facility has safety-related findings on its state record - ask how the cited hazards were corrected and when emergency drills were last run
- Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 3/20/2026
- High2
- Medium-High1
- Medium0
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2026
- High riskStandard 363/20/2026
36. (36-01)
The facility did not have at least one child care personnel with current and valid pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation certification present during all hours of operation. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR] Comments: Licensing Specialist observed that all 3 staff members CPR/First Aid certification expired 3/14/26. Corrective action: Per Provider will schedule CPR/First aid class for all staff members to attend this weekend. 4.2.4 First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) A. One childcare personnel with current and valid certificate(s) of course completion for first aid training and one childcare personnel with current and valid certificate of course completion for pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) procedures must be present at all times that children are in care. The same childcare personnel may satisfy both requirements. Documentation of first aid training must be kept on file and available for licensing to review. 37. First Aid Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4 and 6.2 CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4 and 6.2 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Due: 4/3/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-20. View official inspection document (report c3fa06f4-ae88-4f33-86ab-8e2454abb564)
Not corrected
2025
- Medium-High riskStandard 237/14/2025
23. (23-05)
The facility did not have documentation of a fire extinguisher being properly maintained to include being serviced and retagged timely, and/or with a current certificate. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, B (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: Licensing Specialist observed that the fire extinguisher was last tagged 3/2024. Technical Assistance provided. Per Provider will have fire extinguishers tagged today. 3.8.2 Fire Safety B. Fire extinguishers with a minimum rating of 2A:10BC must be properly installed, serviced and maintained with current inspection tags at all times. Due: 7/22/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-07-14. View official inspection document (report 84bf0cee-4f53-44f5-9600-bf557f8c2227)
Not corrected - High riskStandard 237/14/2025
23. (23-09)
The facility did not maintain fire drill records for the months of operation for a minimum of 12 months from the date of the fire drill. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.4, C (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: Licensing Specialist observed that the last fire drill was conducted 4/2025. Technical assistance was provided. A fire drill was conducted during renewal inspection bringing center back into compliance. FOOD AND NUTRITION 24. Food Preparation Area CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-07-14. View official inspection document (report 84bf0cee-4f53-44f5-9600-bf557f8c2227)
Corrected at inspection
Safety & Compliance Analysis
This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.
(Past 6 Months)
Parent Recommendations
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Estimated monthly cost
$1,121/month
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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: JACKSONVILLE, DUVAL County
- Capacity: 41
- Type: Child Care Facility
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