Yes I Can Kids Academy Inc
GAINESVILLE, FL·Child Care FacilityLicensed
Contact information
Address1734 SE Hawthorne Rd, Gainesville FL, 32641
CountyALACHUA
Phone3523715554
Operating details
HoursMon 6:30AM to 5:30PM; Tue 6:30AM to 5:30PM; Wed 6:30AM to 5:30PM; Thu 6:30AM to 5:30PM; Fri 6:30AM to 5:30PM
Capacity68
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 3/31/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High1
- Medium-High5
- Medium0
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
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1734 SE Hawthorne Rd, Gainesville FL, 32641, GAINESVILLE, FL 32641
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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
- Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
- Ask about teacher-to-child ratios and how supervision is maintained through the day
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 3/31/2025
- High1
- Medium-High3
- Medium0
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2025
- High riskStandard 033/31/2025
03. Ratio Sufficient CCF Handbook, Section 2.3 (03-01)
A ratio of [3] child care personnel for [14] children is required. A ratio of [2] child care personnel for [14] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. General Requirements [SR] Comments: On 3/28/2025, during a food program monitoring inspection it was determined the facility was out-of-ratio between 7:45AM to 8:45AM. There was 14 children present and 2 staff. Additional staff came in the facility at 8:45AM, which brought the facility back into compliance. Director understands ratio requirements and expressed this will not occur again. Ratio for 3/31/2025: 1-year olds: 2 children • 2-year olds: 9 children • 3-year olds: 2 children • 4-year olds: 1 child • Technical Assistance: s.402.305(4), F.S. (4) STAFF-TO-CHILDREN RATIO. (a) Minimum standards for the care of children in a licensed child care facility as established by rule of the department must include: 1. For children from birth through 1 year of age, there must be one child care personnel for every four children. 2. For children 1 year of age or older, but under 2 years of age, there must be one child care personnel for every six children. 3. For children 2 years of age or older, but under 3 years of age, there must be one child care personnel for every 11 children. 4. For children 3 years of age or older, but under 4 years of age, there must be one child care personnel for every 15 children. 5. For children 4 years of age or older, but under 5 years of age, there must be one child care personnel for every 20 children. 6. For children 5 years of age or older, there must be one child care 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. Compliance Comments The department was unable to find evidence to support this licensing standard as non-compliance. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-03-31. View official inspection document (report a7eaae30-60ea-4d52-bfdd-500e206054cb)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 232/26/2025
23. (23-08)
The written record of the fire drills was incomplete and did not include the following:[Janurary 2025 fire drill was missing]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.4, C (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: Licensing specialist observed facility did not have a January fire drill documented on the fire drill log. Fire drill was conducted during time of inspection. **Technical Assistance** A. 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 24. Food Preparation Area CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-02-26. View official inspection document (report 132cb5a7-2e5f-4393-9b2c-75d4ac3950c7)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 322/26/2025
32. (32-04)
Inspections were not conducted and documented monthly of all supports, above and below the ground, all connectors, and moving parts. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments: Licensing specialist observed no physical environment inspection log have not been completed since October 2024. **Technical Assistance** 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 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-02-26. View official inspection document (report 132cb5a7-2e5f-4393-9b2c-75d4ac3950c7)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 462/26/2025
46. Daily Attendance CCF Handbook, Section 7.5 CCF Handbook, Section 7.5 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (46-07)
The attendance roster did not accompany the group of children in that [1- & 2-year old classroom and 2- & 3-year old classroom].CCF Handbook, Section 7.5, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: The 1- & 2-year old and 2- & 3-year old classroom did not have attendance roster. Staff completed attendance roster at time of inspection. **Technical Assistance** A. Attendance devices used for the purposes of tracking attendance may be used, but personnel must ensure the accuracy of the documented attendance. Each classroom must have an attendance sheet/class roster for the group of children occupying that space. Attendance sheet/class roster must accompany the child care personnel and the group of children throughout the day should they leave the classroom. ENFORCEMENT Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-02-26. View official inspection document (report 132cb5a7-2e5f-4393-9b2c-75d4ac3950c7)
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
$973/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: 68
- Type: Child Care Facility
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