Blue Wave After School Program
GAINESVILLE, FL·Child Care FacilityLicensed
Contact information
Address1080 SW 11th St, Gainesville FL, 32601
CountyALACHUA
Phone3523921554
Operating details
HoursMon 2:40PM to 5:30PM; Tue 2:40PM to 5:30PM; Wed 1:40PM to 5:30PM; Thu 2:40PM to 5:30PM; Fri 2:40PM to 5:30PM
Capacity345
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 3/25/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
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Location
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1080 SW 11th St, Gainesville FL, 32601, GAINESVILLE, FL 32601
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- This facility has safety-related findings on its state record - ask how the cited hazards were corrected and when emergency drills were last run
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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
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 3/25/2025
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2025
- Medium-High riskStandard 213/25/2025
21. Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness SACCF Handbook, Section 3.8 (21-08)
The written record of the fire drills was incomplete and did not include the following:[Fire Drill was not completed for the months of January 2025 and February 2025]. SACCF Handbook, Section 3.8.4, C Comments: Licensing specialist observed fire drill log, fire drill was not completed for the months of January 2025 and February 2025. Fire Drill was conducted at time of inspection. Technical Assistance: During the facilitys license year, fire drills utilizing the alarm system, approved by the local fire authority, must be conducted monthly at various dates and times when children are in care. FOOD AND NUTRITION Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-03-25. View official inspection document (report 4c69f2ee-7e6a-46e3-92e2-7f1125562a95)
Not corrected
Safety & Compliance Analysis
This daycare has few recorded violations. Always visit in person to verify conditions.
(Past 6 Months)
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Estimated monthly cost
$922/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: 345
- Type: Child Care Facility
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