Simmons Family Day Care Home LLC
GAINESVILLE, FL·Family Day Care HomeLicensed
Contact information
CountyALACHUA
Phone3525544562
Operating details
HoursMon 12:00AM to 11:59PM; Tue 12:00AM to 11:59PM; Wed 12:00AM to 11:59PM; Thu 12:00AM to 11:59PM; Fri 12:00AM to 11:59PM; Sat 12:00AM to 11:59PM; Sun 12:00AM to 11:59PM
Capacity10
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 2/23/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High1
- Medium-High11
- Medium12
- Medium-Low1
- Low0
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Location
Daycare Location
This daycare is located in GAINESVILLE, FL (32641).
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- Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
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Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 2/23/2026
- High1
- Medium-High11
- Medium12
- Medium-Low1
- Low0
2026
- Medium-High riskStandard 302/23/2026
30. (30-01)
FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.24, A Not Applicable CHILDREN'S RECORDS Standard Comments Licensing specialist reviewed all 9 preschool children's files. 31. Immunization Records FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.1 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-02-23. View official inspection document (report ae7d7bad-1085-4a67-b22d-fde151b48683)
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 192/23/2026
19. (19-03)
FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.11, B Compliance 20. Nutritious Meals and Snacks Provided FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, 7.13 and 7.14 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-02-23. View official inspection document (report ae7d7bad-1085-4a67-b22d-fde151b48683)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 202/23/2026
20. (20-23)
FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.14, I Compliance 21. Hygiene and Sanitation FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.15 & 7.16 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-02-23. View official inspection document (report ae7d7bad-1085-4a67-b22d-fde151b48683)
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 212/23/2026
21. (21-01)
s. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.16 Compliance Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-02-23. View official inspection document (report ae7d7bad-1085-4a67-b22d-fde151b48683)
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 212/23/2026
21. (21-16)
FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.15, G Compliance 23. Diapering Area Clean and Sanitized FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.18 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-02-23. View official inspection document (report ae7d7bad-1085-4a67-b22d-fde151b48683)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 232/23/2026
23. (23-01)
FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.18 Compliance 24. First Aid Kit FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.19 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-02-23. View official inspection document (report ae7d7bad-1085-4a67-b22d-fde151b48683)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 242/23/2026
24. (24-03)
FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.19 Compliance 25. Emergency Information FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.20 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-02-23. View official inspection document (report ae7d7bad-1085-4a67-b22d-fde151b48683)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 252/23/2026
25. (25-01)
FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.20, A Compliance 27. Fire Drills/Emergency Preparedness FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.21 & 7.22 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-02-23. View official inspection document (report ae7d7bad-1085-4a67-b22d-fde151b48683)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 272/23/2026
27. (27-01)
FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.21, A Compliance 29. Medication FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.24 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-02-23. View official inspection document (report ae7d7bad-1085-4a67-b22d-fde151b48683)
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 292/23/2026
29. (29-09)
FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.24, H Not Applicable Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-02-23. View official inspection document (report ae7d7bad-1085-4a67-b22d-fde151b48683)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 292/23/2026
29. (29-11)
s. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.24, J Not Applicable 30. Documentation of Dispensed Medication FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.24 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-02-23. View official inspection document (report ae7d7bad-1085-4a67-b22d-fde151b48683)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 162/23/2026
16. (16-14)
FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.8, M Compliance 19. Smoke Detector, Fire Extinguisher, Telephone, Lighting, Temperature and Ventilation FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Sections 7.11 & 7.12 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-02-23. View official inspection document (report ae7d7bad-1085-4a67-b22d-fde151b48683)
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 312/23/2026
31. (31-01)
FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.1, A Compliance Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-02-23. View official inspection document (report ae7d7bad-1085-4a67-b22d-fde151b48683)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 312/23/2026
31. (31-02)
FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.1 A and B Compliance Standard Comments Licensing specialist reviewed all 9 preschool children's files. 32. Health Records FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.2 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-02-23. View official inspection document (report ae7d7bad-1085-4a67-b22d-fde151b48683)
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 322/23/2026
32. (32-01)
FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.2, A Compliance Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-02-23. View official inspection document (report ae7d7bad-1085-4a67-b22d-fde151b48683)
Not corrected - Medium-Low riskStandard 322/23/2026
32. (32-02)
FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.2 Compliance Standard Comments Licensing specialist reviewed all 9 preschool and 2 school-age children's files. 33. Enrollment Information/Daily Attendance FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.3 & 8.4 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-02-23. View official inspection document (report ae7d7bad-1085-4a67-b22d-fde151b48683)
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 332/23/2026
33. (33-01)
FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.3, B Compliance Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-02-23. View official inspection document (report ae7d7bad-1085-4a67-b22d-fde151b48683)
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 332/23/2026
33. (33-04)
FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.3, D Compliance Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-02-23. View official inspection document (report ae7d7bad-1085-4a67-b22d-fde151b48683)
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 332/23/2026
33. (33-05)
FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.3, E Compliance Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-02-23. View official inspection document (report ae7d7bad-1085-4a67-b22d-fde151b48683)
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 332/23/2026
33. (33-06)
FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.4, A and B Compliance ENFORCEMENT 34. Access to the Premises/Misrepresentation FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 9.1 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-02-23. View official inspection document (report ae7d7bad-1085-4a67-b22d-fde151b48683)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 342/23/2026
34. (34-01)
s. 402.311, F.S. Compliance 35. Child Safety FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 9.2 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-02-23. View official inspection document (report ae7d7bad-1085-4a67-b22d-fde151b48683)
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 352/23/2026
35. (35-03)
FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 9.2, B Compliance Owner/Director/Staff Responsible Comments Per operator, no comments. ____________________________________________ Inspected by: Veronica Morales Date: 02/23/2026 ____________________________________________ Received by: Leanette Simmons Date: 02/23/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-02-23. View official inspection document (report ae7d7bad-1085-4a67-b22d-fde151b48683)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 082/23/2026
08. (08-08)
FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 6, G, H, I, L Compliance HEALTH REQUIREMENTS 10. Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Hazardous FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.2 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-02-23. View official inspection document (report ae7d7bad-1085-4a67-b22d-fde151b48683)
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 012/23/2026
01. (01-01)
FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 2.2.1 Compliance 02. Child Discipline FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 2.3 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-02-23. View official inspection document (report ae7d7bad-1085-4a67-b22d-fde151b48683)
Not corrected - High riskStandard 022/23/2026
02. (02-02)
FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, 2.3, C Compliance 03. Transportation FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 2.4 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-02-23. View official inspection document (report ae7d7bad-1085-4a67-b22d-fde151b48683)
Not corrected
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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
$1,082/month
This is a modeled estimate — based on location, ages served, and program data — not the provider's actual tuition. Real prices vary by age group and services. Contact the daycare for current rates, fees, and availability.
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: 10
- Type: Family Day Care Home
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