KinderCare Learning Center #301217

PONTE VEDRA BEACH, FLChild Care FacilityLicensed

4.5based on state inspection data
Capacity125
HoursMon 6:30AM to 6:30PM; Tue 6:30AM to 6:30PM; Wed 6:30AM to 6:30PM; Thu 6:30AM to 6:30PM; Fri 6:30AM to 6:30PM
Est. price$869/mo

Contact information

Address12000 Sawgrass Village Dr, Ponte Vedra Beach FL, 32082

CityPONTE VEDRA BEACH, FL 32082

CountySAINT JOHNS

Phone9042859054

Operating details

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

Capacity125

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 12/17/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High4
  • Medium-High1
  • Medium2
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

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Location

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12000 Sawgrass Village Dr, Ponte Vedra Beach FL, 32082, PONTE VEDRA BEACH, FL 32082

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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 staffing or training findings on its state record - ask about background checks, required training completion, and staff turnover
  4. This facility has food-service findings on its state record - ask how meals are prepared and how allergies are handled

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 12/17/2025

  • High2
  • Medium-High1
  • Medium1
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

2025

  1. Medium riskStandard 2812/17/2025

    28. Bottles, Breastmilk, Formula and Infant Food CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 (28-06)

    Breastmilk or formula was fed to the wrong child. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.6, C Food and Nutrition [SR] Comments: On 12/16/25, Director self-reported that an infant was given another infant's bottle with breast milk. Bottle was labeled however staff member assumed that this bottle was for the infant she was holding. Staff member understood and acknowledged that she failed to read label of bottle. Director reviewed and retrained staff member in always verifying the names on the bottles to match infants being fed. 3.9.6 Breastmilk, Infant Formula, and Food page 35 C. Breastmilk or infant formula provided for a specific infant by a parent or guardian should not be fed to other children. In the event that the wrong breastmilk or formula is given to an infant in care, the provider must immediately inform the childs parent or legal guardian of the incident, as well as the parent or legal guardian of the infant that the formula or breastmilk was intended for. These incidents must be documented as an accident/incident. SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT 29. Health and Sanitation CCF Handbook, Section 3.6, 3.9, and 3.10 Not Monitored 30. Diapering CCF Handbook, Section 3.10 Not Monitored 31. Indoor Equipment CCF Handbook, Section 3.11 Not Monitored Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-12-17. View official inspection document (report b4314b31-d3b8-4eb2-a522-cd72893a1ea5)

    Corrected at inspection
  2. Medium-High riskStandard 333/25/2025

    33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 CCF Handbook, Section 4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (33-09)

    The facility did not have documented proof that all child care personnel were trained and knowledgeable within 30 days of date of hire in [ safe sleep practices and shaken baby syndrome]. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.3 and 4.2.5 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Training [SR] Comments: One staff member, start date 7/15/24. signed up on 7/19/24 for safe sleep practices ad shaken baby syndrome however did not complete training as required within 30 days. 4.2 Training Requirements page 40 and 41 4.2.3 Safe Sleep/ Shaken Baby Syndrome Training All child care personnel who work in a facility that offers care to infants must have training regarding guidance on safe sleep practices, preventing shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma; recognition of signs and symptoms of shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma; strategies for coping with crying, fussing, or distraught child and the development and vulnerabilities of the brain in infancy in early childhood within 30 days of hire at the facility. For child care personnel to satisfy this requirement the training must be accomplished through one of following methods: Department's Health Safety and Nutrition course, Safe Sleep course, or the Early Learning Floridas Safe Sleep Practices. Documentation of training must be maintained on the Department's training transcript in the child care personnel record. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-03-25. View official inspection document (report 797ffd4f-20d4-4358-afe6-1f84acaff76c)

    Not corrected
  3. High riskStandard 333/25/2025

    33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 CCF Handbook, Section 4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (33-13)

    Child care personnel did not complete preservice training requirements prior to unsupervised contact with or care of children or, if supervised, within 90 days of beginning employment or service with the provider. (Section 3.1 and 3.2 Training Requirements, Page 7) [SR] Comments: One staff member signed up for required School Readiness Training on 6/29/24 but did not complete training in required timeframe. School Readiness Program Health and Safety Standards Handbook 18 Training Requirements page 41 18.1 Pre-service Timeframe All pre-service training requirements listed below must be completed by all program personnel, volunteers and substitutes, each as defined in this handbook, within 90 days of initial employment with any provider participating in the school readiness program. This timeframe does not start over if personnel change employment to another school readiness provider within this 90 days. Personnel who have not completed all pre-service training requirements may not be allowed any unsupervised contact with or care of children in a school readiness program. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-03-25. View official inspection document (report 797ffd4f-20d4-4358-afe6-1f84acaff76c)

    Not corrected
  4. High riskStandard 343/25/2025

    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: The facility lost its Director on 2/13/25. A new Director meeting qualification will need to be hired by 8/13/25 to be in compliance. A Provisional License will be issued until compliance can be achieved. 4.7 Director Credential pages 46 and 47 Section 402.305(2)(g), F.S., requires a childcare facility to have a credentialed director. Every applicant for a license to operate a child care facility or a license for a change of ownership of a childcare facility must document that the facility director has an active Director Credential prior to issuance of the license. An applicant for the Director Credential must meet the requirements referenced in CF-FSP Form 5290, Florida Child Care and Education Program Director Credential and Renewal Application, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(k), F.A.C. CF- www.myflfamilies.com/childcare. All applications and documentation will be verified, and, if complete, the credential will be issued by the Department or its designated representative on CF-FSP Form 5252, Florida Child Care and Education Program Director Credential, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(g), F.A.C. A. Each childcare facility must have a credentialed director who is on-site a majority of hours, excluding weekends and evening hours that the facility is in operation. Documentation of majority of hours must be maintained and available for review by the licensing authority. 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 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-03-25. View official inspection document (report 797ffd4f-20d4-4358-afe6-1f84acaff76c)

    Not corrected

Safety & Compliance Analysis

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

7Total Violations
0Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

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Estimated monthly cost

$869/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: PONTE VEDRA BEACH, SAINT JOHNS County
  • Capacity: 125
  • Type: Child Care Facility

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