Dreams Come True Learning Cntr Inc.
JACKSONVILLE, FL·Child Care FacilityLicensed
Contact information
Address4854 Appleton Ave, Jacksonville FL, 32210
CountyDUVAL
Phone9045273284
Operating details
HoursMon 6:00AM to 6:00PM; Tue 6:00AM to 6:00PM; Wed 6:00AM to 6:00PM; Thu 6:00AM to 6:00PM; Fri 6:00AM to 6:00PM
Capacity25
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 3/20/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High9
- Medium-High9
- Medium5
- Medium-Low1
- Low0
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4854 Appleton Ave, Jacksonville FL, 32210, JACKSONVILLE, FL 32210
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Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 3/20/2026
- High6
- Medium-High6
- Medium0
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2026
- High riskStandard 043/20/2026
04. Supervision CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (04-01)
Supervision of children in the [Mixed age group classroom] group was inadequate in that [all children where not in eye range of the staff member.]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR] Comments: Licensing Specialist observed that the mixed age group classroom with children ranging from ages 1-years-old to 10 years of age and 1 staff member totaling a ratio of 17:1, did not have direct supervision of all children in the classroom, whereas (2) children were running around in the kitchen area and not being supervised and a10-year-old and 2 smaller children were in the classroom across the hallway from the mixed age classroom where the staff member was where going in and out of the classroom. The Owner/Director was not at the center during the reinspection. Mixed Classroom - (3) one-year-old, (4) two-year-olds, (2) three-year-old, (4) four-year-olds, (2) five-year-olds, (1) eight-year-old, (1) ten- year-old with (1) STAFF MEMBER. 17:1 Corrective action: Staff member J.W. put up a gate to close off the kitchen area to the children. Also, the 10-year-old and 2 smaller children came inside the mixed age classroom. 2.4 Supervision 2.4.1 General Supervision Requirements B. Childcare personnel must be assigned to provide direct supervision to a specific group of children and be with that group of children at all times. Children must never be left without childcare personnel supervision inside or outside the facility, in a vehicle, or at a field trip location. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-20. View official inspection document (report 5bd8f5bf-a716-4206-9ed5-0f6844cb0d0a)
Corrected at inspection - High riskStandard 033/20/2026
03. Ratio Sufficient CCF Handbook, Section 2.3 CCF Handbook, Section 2.3 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (03-01)
A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [6 one year old ] children is required. A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [17 mixed age children from ages 1-years-old to 10-years-old.] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR] Comments: Licensing Specialist observed that the mixed classroom was out of ratio. Infant Classroom (1) 9-month-old: 1 Staff member Mixed Classroom - (3) one-year-old, (4) two-year-olds, (2) three-year-olds, (4) four-year-olds, (2) five-year-olds, (1) eight-year-old, (1) ten year-old with (1) STAFF MEMBER. 17 mixed aged children:1 staff member. Total - 18:2 Per staff member J.W. stated another staff member had an emergency and will return back to the center. Corrective action: Staff member C.M. did return to the center and took (3) 1-year-olds and (2) 2-year-olds to another classroom. s.402.305 (4) (4) STAFF-TO-CHILDREN RATIO (a) Minimum standards for the care of children in a licensed childcare facility as established by rule of the department must include: 1. For children from birth through 1 year of age, there must be one childcare personnel for every four children. 2. For children 1 year of age or older, but under 2 years of age, there must be one childcare personnel for every six children. 3. For children 2 years of age or older, but under 3 years of age, there must be one childcare personnel for every 11 children. 4. For children 3 years of age or older, but under 4 years of age, there must be one childcare personnel for every 15 children. 5. For children 4 years of age or older, but under 5 years of age, there must be one childcare personnel for every 20 children. 6. For children 5 years of age or older, there must be one childcare personnel for every 25 children. 7. When children 2 years of age and older are in care, the staff-to-children ratio shall be based on the age group with the largest number of children within the group. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-20. View official inspection document (report 5bd8f5bf-a716-4206-9ed5-0f6844cb0d0a)
Corrected at inspection - Medium-High riskStandard 323/3/2026
32. (32-03)
The play equipment was not maintained in a safe or sanitary condition for the children to use in that [the play equipment had mold, unclean and some with broken pieces.]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B and F (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments: Licensing Specialist observed that some of the play equipment was molded and un-sanitized and broken. Corrective action: Per Provider will remove all broken play equipment and will clean and sanitize all play equipment and remove broken pieces. 3.12 Outdoor Equipment B. All playground equipment must be securely anchored, unless portable or stationary by design, in good repair, maintained in safe and sanitary condition, and placed to ensure safe use by the children. Maintenance must include inspections conducted every month of all supports above and below the ground and of all connectors and moving parts. Documentation of maintenance inspections must be maintained for 12 months. TRAINING Due: 3/18/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-03. View official inspection document (report f89decb2-7616-4b53-a1d9-f0801eb383e5)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 173/3/2026
17. (17-01)
The facilitys outdoor play area contained litter, nails, glass or other hazards that posed a low potential for harm to children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: Licensing Specialist observed nails sticking out of the wooden fence and small open spaces in the fence. Corrective action: Per provider will have maintenance complete all repairs needed and have exposed nails removed. 3.5 Outdoor Play Area A. The outdoor play area must be clean and free from litter, nails, glass and other hazards. Due: 3/18/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-03. View official inspection document (report f89decb2-7616-4b53-a1d9-f0801eb383e5)
Not corrected
2025
- Medium-High riskStandard 467/7/2025
46. Daily Attendance CCF Handbook, Section 7.5 CCF Handbook, Section 7.5 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (46-01)
There were no daily attendance records or they were unavailable for review by the licensing authority. CCF Handbook, Section 7, B.4 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: Licensing Specialist observed that none of the staff members had daily attendance roasters in the classrooms. Technical assistance provided. 7 Record Keeping Each of the records described in this section must be maintained at the program location and must be available during the hours of operation for review by the licensing authority: B. The following is a list of documentation that is required to be at the facility for review by the licensing authority: 4. Daily attendance of children records must be maintained for a minimum of 12 months. ENFORCEMENT Due: 7/16/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-07-07. View official inspection document (report 20dab80c-46ca-45b0-bd85-4a744d056588)
Not corrected - High riskStandard 347/7/2025
34. Credentialed Staff CCF Handbook, Section 4.6 & 4.7 CCF Handbook, Section 4.6 & 4.7 (34-04)
The director responsible for the daily operation of the program did not have an active Director Credential. CCF Handbook, Section 4.7 Comments: Licensing Specialist reviewed training in Cares system. Center on Provisional license status due to director credentials expired 6-10-25. Technical assistance provided. 4.7.2 Director Credential Renewal A. To maintain an active Director Credential at either level, candidates must complete the renewal section of the CF-FSP Form 5290, Florida Child Care and Education Program Director Credential and Renewal Application, which may be obtained from the Departments website at www.myflfamilies.com/childcare. B. A Director Credential renewal, as documented on the Departments training transcript is active for five years from the date of issuance. The completed renewal application, including all required documentation, may be submitted to the Department for review and issuance of a Florida Child Care and Education Program Director Credential no earlier than one year prior to the end of the active period of the Director Credential. The Director Credential renewal date is determined by the end date of the active period. C. If a renewal application is received after the end of the active period for the Director Credential, the Florida Child Care and Education Program Director Credential and Renewal Application will be reviewed and, if approved, a certificate will be issued with a renewal date of five years from the date the completed renewal application was processed. HEALTH REQUIREMENTS 35. Communicable Disease Control CCF Handbook, Section 6.1 CCF Handbook, Section 6.1 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 36. CPR Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4 CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 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 38. Emergency Telephone Numbers CCF Handbook, Section 6.3 CCF Handbook, Section 6.3 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 39. Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation CCF Handbook, Section 6.3 & 6.4 CCF Handbook, Section 6.3 & 6.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Not Applicable Comments Per Provider does not administer medication. Due: 1/10/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-07-07. View official inspection document (report 20dab80c-46ca-45b0-bd85-4a744d056588)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 337/7/2025
33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 CCF Handbook, Section 4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (33-17)
Child care personnel who completed ELFL health and safety modules did not complete additional DEL-approved health and safety training by required date. (Section 3.2.A.2.a. and 3.2.C Training Requirements, Page 7) [SR] Comments: Licensing Specialist reviewed training in Cares system (2) staff members have not completed school readiness training. Technical assistance provided. Important School Readiness Updates: Due to changes in federal regulations, there are new health and safety training requirements for all childcare personnel employed at a contracted School Readiness (SR) program site. For compliance, all personnel who directly supervise children must successfully complete mandated health and safety training. By June 30, 2024, all current SR childcare personnel must complete two new health and safety courses: Health and Nutrition in the School Readiness Program and Safety Practices in the School Readiness Program. These courses are free to the learner and will be hosted in the Florida Early Childhood Professional Development Registry. Within 90 days of initial employment with any SR provider, new hires and current pre-service trainees must complete all required pre-service training by successfully completing one of the options below: Option 1 (DCF courses, plus corresponding exams) Existing courses available now under the Child Care Facility Part 1 heading for $10 per course: Health, Safety and Nutrition (8 hours) • Child Growth and Development (6 hours) • Behavioral Observation and Screening (6 hours) • Identifying and Reporting Child Abuse and Neglect (4 hours) • PLUS Health and Nutrition in the School Readiness Program (4 hours) • Safety Practices in the School Readiness Program (5 hours) • OR Option 2 (DEL Florida Early Childhood PD Registry) New courses available under the School Readiness Pre-Service heading for free: Child Development in the School Readiness Program (4 hours) • Health and Nutrition in the School Readiness Program (4 hours) • Safe Sleep Practices in Child Care (2 hours; not required for school-age only programs) • Safety Practices in the School Readiness Program (5 hours) • Transportation Safety in Child Care Programs (2 hours; if applicable) • Please note, SR childcare personnel with exemptions from completing the DCF introductory childcare training based on educational credentials or passing of competency examinations per s. 402.305(2), F.S., must also complete all mandated pre-service training in option 1 or option 2 by June 30, 2024, or within 90 days of initial employment. Due: 7/16/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-07-07. View official inspection document (report 20dab80c-46ca-45b0-bd85-4a744d056588)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 177/7/2025
17. (17-01)
The facilitys outdoor play area contained litter, nails, glass or other hazards that posed a low potential for harm to children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: Licensing Specialist observed that one of the boards on the fencing area is broken and need to be repaired. Technical Assistance provided. Per Provider will contact maintenance. 3.5 Outdoor Play Area A. The outdoor play area must be clean and free from litter, nails, glass and other hazards. Due: 7/15/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-07-07. View official inspection document (report 20dab80c-46ca-45b0-bd85-4a744d056588)
Not corrected - High riskStandard 034/21/2025
03. Ratio Sufficient CCF Handbook, Section 2.3 CCF Handbook, Section 2.3 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (03-01)
A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [4] children is required. A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [7] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR] Comments: Licensing Specialist observed center out of ratio in infant classroom during reinspection. Infant classroom: (1) 3-month-old/ (1) 11-month-old/ (1) 1-year-old/ (4) 2-year-olds - 7:1 Mixed Classroom - (3) 2-year-olds/ (1) 3-year-old/ (3) 4-year-olds - 7:1Total: 14:2 Center brought back in compliance once Director returned to center. 14:3 2.3 Ratios The staff-to-child ratio, as established in Section 402.305(4), F.S., is based on primary responsibility for the direct supervision of children and applies at all times while children are in care. 2.3.1 Mixed Age Groups A. In groups of mixed age ranges, where children under one year of age are included, one childcare personnel must be responsible for no more than four children of any age group, at all times. In groups of mixed age ranges, where children one year of age but under two years of age are included, one childcare personnel must be responsible for no more than six children of any age group, at all times. Compliance Comments Licensing Specialist observed children in direct supervision with staff members. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-04-21. View official inspection document (report b3262a15-5d1f-45cd-95fb-5897e868415f)
Not corrected - High riskStandard 033/12/2025
03. Ratio Sufficient CCF Handbook, Section 2.3 CCF Handbook, Section 2.3 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (03-01)
A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [4 infant] children is required. A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [5 mixed age] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR] Comments: Licensing Specialist observed the following ratio during inspection. The owner/director was not at the center at the time inspection started, however returned before inspection was completed. Infant classroom: (5) children (1) staff: ages- 2 infants/ (2) 1-year-olds/ (1) 2-year-old Mixed classroom: (9) children (1) staff: ages- (6) 4-year-olds/ (2) 2-year-olds/ (1) 3-year-old Technical assistance was given. 2.3 Ratios The staff-to-child ratio, as established in Section 402.305(4), F.S., is based on primary responsibility for the direct supervision of children and applies at all times while children are in care. 2.3.1 Mixed Age Groups A. In groups of mixed age ranges, where children under one year of age are included, one childcare 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 childcare personnel must be responsible for no more than six children of any age group, at all times. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-03-12. View official inspection document (report 18fe8de7-9245-4381-875a-5c3a46c13fe0)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 123/12/2025
12. (12-02)
An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: Licensing Specialist observed that the sink in the children's restroom was filled with unclean water. Technical assistance provided. Per Provider the sink is stopped up right now but will be getting repaired. In the meantime, the children will wash their hands in the sink in the dining room area. 3 Physical Environment Children are much more susceptible to the adverse effects of environmental factors, materials and toxicants. It is imperative that the childcare environment is conducive to the healthy development of children. 3.1 General Health and Safety Requirements A. All childcare facilities must be clean, in good repair, free from health and safety hazards and from evidence of, or presence of, vermin infestation. Indoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety and documented on a daily inspection log. Outdoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety. Any problems must be corrected before the play area is used by children. Documentation of the indoor play area inspection must be maintained for 12 months. 13. Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons CCF Handbook, Section 3.2 CCF Handbook, Section 3.2 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 14. Lighting, Temperature, and Ventilation CCF Handbook, Section 3.3 CCF Handbook, Section 3.3 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 15. Licensed Capacity CCF Handbook , Section 3.4 CCF Handbook , Section 3.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-03-12. View official inspection document (report 18fe8de7-9245-4381-875a-5c3a46c13fe0)
Not corrected - High riskStandard 043/12/2025
04. Supervision CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (04-05)
Child care personnel were not within sight and hearing of all the children during nap time. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4.2 (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR] Comments: Licensing Specialist observed during naptime (2) children ages 4 were napping in a separate room than the other 7 children across the hallway from another classroom. Technical assistance was provided and staff positioned herself where she could observe and hear the (2) children that were napping in the other room. 2.4 Supervision 2.4.2 Nap time Supervision During nap time, childcare personnel must be within sight and hearing of all the children. All other childcare personnel required to meet the staff-to-child ratio must be within the building on the same floor and available to be summoned if needed to ensure the safety of the children. Nap time supervision does not apply to children up to 24 months of age, who must have direct supervision at all times. Not Applicable Comments Per Provider does not provide transportation. Although Transportation is not provided at this childcare facility, technical assistance was given as follows; Technical Assistance Statement Regarding Transportation and Vehicle Requirements for Child Care Facilities Prior to transporting children, the facility must be approved by the Department to offer transportation services. Transportation services will be approved if the conditions set forth in parts 2.5.1, 2.5.4., 2.5.5., and 4.2.6., of the Child Care Facility Handbook are met. Pursuant to 402.305(10)4(b), Florida Statutes, childcare facilities are required to install an alarm system in each vehicle used by the facility or home to transport children by January 9, 2022. Alongside the alarm requirements, childcare providers are required to continue conducting physical and visual sweeps of the vehicle and maintaining a log. Please visit the childcare website at: www.myflfamilies.com/childcare then click on Child Care Alarms for Transportation for more information or contact your licensing counselor. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-03-12. View official inspection document (report 18fe8de7-9245-4381-875a-5c3a46c13fe0)
Not corrected
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Estimated monthly cost
$1,024/month
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About this daycare
- Location: JACKSONVILLE, DUVAL County
- Capacity: 25
- Type: Child Care Facility
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