The Caring And Sharing Learning School
GAINESVILLE, FL·Child Care FacilityLicensed
Contact information
Address1951 SE 4th St, Gainesville FL, 32641
CountyALACHUA
Phone3523721004
Operating details
HoursMon 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Tue 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Wed 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Thu 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Fri 7:00AM to 6:00PM
Capacity299
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 10/29/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
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- Medium-High1
- Medium0
- Medium-Low3
- Low0
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Location
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1951 SE 4th St, Gainesville FL, 32641, GAINESVILLE, FL 32641
Questions to ask on a tour
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- Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
- This is a large program - ask how children are grouped, how ratios are kept in each room, and how staff cover breaks
- Ask about teacher-to-child ratios and how supervision is maintained through the day
- Ask about their illness policy and which symptoms require a child to stay home
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 10/29/2025
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- Medium-High1
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- Medium-Low2
- Low0
2025
- Medium-Low riskStandard 4410/29/2025
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: Facility did not have personnel records for staff listed on the supplemental. Technical Assistance 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 the following documents: - Form 5131 - Child Abuse & Neglect Form - Attestation of Good Moral Character - Background Screening Clearance - Training Transcript (if applicable) - CPR/FA (if applicable) - Employment History with supplemental statement Compliance Comments Licensing specialist reviewed 13 staff files. Due: 11/13/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-10-29. View official inspection document (report d2ca2b50-0e0a-4b7d-bf24-9b2cb7caeccc)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 236/16/2025
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 Fire Extinguisher did not have a current certificate. Current tag was dated for May 2024. **Technical Assistance** B. Fire extinguishers with a minimum rating of 2A:10BC must be properly installed, serviced and maintained with current inspection tags at all times. FOOD AND NUTRITION 24. Food Preparation Area CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-06-16. View official inspection document (report 9c539626-a2d9-4219-aafc-fda17bf4adf0)
Not corrected
2024
- Medium-Low riskStandard 4311/13/2024
43. Enrollment Information CCF Handbook, Section 7.3 & s. 402.3054(2), F.S. (43-01)
Child records or copies of records were not being maintained at the facility and available for review by the licensing authority. CCF Handbook, Section 7.3, A Record Keeping [SR] Comments: Per director, children's immunization and health examination records were saved electronically and recently school computer hard drive crashed. All documents were erased. Records for 22 VPK children's documents were recovered at the moment and is working on gathering documents from parents. Technical assistance was provided to give out enrollment forms to afterschool students. Licensing specialist reviewed all 40 VPK children's enrollment forms. **Technical Assistance** A. Enrollment information shall be kept on file, current and available for review by the licensing authority. Compliance Comments Licensing specialist reviewed 13 staff files. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-11-13. View official inspection document (report 8394770c-5edf-4666-8420-f113cbc50252)
Not corrected
Safety & Compliance Analysis
This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.
(Past 6 Months)
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Estimated monthly cost
$1,009/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: GAINESVILLE, ALACHUA County
- Capacity: 299
- Type: Child Care Facility
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