St. Joan Of Arc Catholic School
BOCA RATON, FL·Child Care FacilityLicensed
Contact information
Address501 SW 3rd Ave, Boca Raton FL, 33432
CountyPALM BEACH
Phone5613927974
Operating details
HoursMon 7:30AM to 5:55PM; Tue 7:30AM to 5:55PM; Wed 7:30AM to 5:55PM; Thu 7:30AM to 5:55PM; Fri 7:30AM to 5:55PM
Capacity134
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 8/25/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High2
- Medium-High2
- Medium8
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
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501 SW 3rd Ave, Boca Raton FL, 33432, BOCA RATON, FL 33432
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Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 8/25/2025
- High2
- Medium-High1
- Medium5
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2025
- High riskStandard 028/25/2025
02. Licensed Facility (Article IV.A, and E) (02-08)
The facility made a structural alteration or modification to the licensed facility without first submitting plans to the Department showing the proposed changes. Comments: During the inspection, provider explained to inspector the facility had changed two classrooms into four and added bathroom. The inspector had asked the provider if the facility attended CCAC council for plan approval to which the provider stated the facility did not. Technical assistance was provided that the facility needs to reach out to childcare licensing which the inspector provided the contact information for. "All applications for new facilities, change of ownership, addition of service, change in use or increase in capacity of facilities must be submitted to the Department for review prior to licensure or issuance of applicable certificate. Applications, with the required substantiating documentation, must be submitted to the Department at least three (3) weeks prior to the scheduled monthly meeting of the Palm Beach County Child Care Advisory Council. An application for change of ownership means an application for licensure or certificate on a currently approved facility from any person or persons, including corporations and other distinct entities, other than the current license holder or certificate holder." The facility plans to contact licensing and go forward with the above process. Compliance Comments During the inspection, observed facility's capacity at 97 children and 0 infants. Due: 9/25/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-08-25. View official inspection document (report b019b89b-7fff-442b-8527-ba6e075aec1b)
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 348/25/2025
34. Daily Attendance Log (Article XV.E) (34-05)
Children received and present in the program were not signed in as required. Comments: At the time of the inspection, observed a child in the Pre K 4 class was not signed in. 10 children were present in the classroom with 9 signed in. Technical assistance was provided that children received and present in the program must be signed in. The teacher corrected the non-compliance at the time of the inspection by signing the child into class attendance. Not Applicable Comments Facility does not offer field trips. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-08-25. View official inspection document (report b019b89b-7fff-442b-8527-ba6e075aec1b)
Corrected at inspection - Medium-High riskStandard 368/25/2025
36. Toxic/Hazardous Items (Article X.A) (36-07)
Staff purses or other personal items were observed accessible to children in the [3 year old's classroom]. Comments: At the time of the inspection, observed staff purses/personal items in the classroom visible and accessible to children in the 3 year olds classroom. Technical assistance was provided that staff purses or other personal items must be inaccessible to children. The provider immediately relocated the personal items to an area inaccessible to the children, resolving the non-compliance at the time of the inspection. Not Applicable Comments No pets were observed at the facility during the inspection. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-08-25. View official inspection document (report b019b89b-7fff-442b-8527-ba6e075aec1b)
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 608/25/2025
60. Good Moral Character Affidavit (Article VII.A) (60-01)
The personnel record for staff did not include a signed "Affidavit of Good Moral Character". Comments: At the time of the inspection, observed the personnel records for staff member M.B. did not have a valid/updated Affidavit of Good Moral Character paper signed. Technical assistance was provided that the director/principal had the staff member fill out the Affidavit and had it notarized. Thus, the director resolved the non-compliance at the time of the inspection. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-08-25. View official inspection document (report b019b89b-7fff-442b-8527-ba6e075aec1b)
Corrected at inspection - Medium riskStandard 648/25/2025
64. Proof of Risk Assessment Completed/Negative TB Test (Article XV.D) (64-01)
The personnel record for staff did not include a statement that he/she was free of tuberculosis in a communicable stage as indicated by an approved TB risk assessment, skin test or chest X-ray. Comments: At the time of the inspection, observed the TB risk assessment in the personnel record for staff K.B. had expired 7/31/25. Additionally, staff A.G. had a TB risk assessment that expired as of 8/16/24. Technical assistance was provided that all staff need a TB risk assessment, skin test, or chest X-ray. This documentation is valid for two years and must be renewed/updated. The director noted the names of the two staff and instructed them to complete their TB assessment with their provider. Due: 9/25/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-08-25. View official inspection document (report b019b89b-7fff-442b-8527-ba6e075aec1b)
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 658/25/2025
65. Physical Examination (Article XV.D) (65-01)
The personnel record for staff did not include a current statement attesting that he/she was physically qualified to care for children. Comments: At the time of the inspection, observe the physicals for staff members K.B. and A.G. were expired, as of 7/31/25 and 8/16/24. Technical assistance was provided that physical examination forms are valid for two years. The provider instructed the two staff members to seek their physical examinations to complete the personnel record with updated paperwork. Due: 9/25/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-08-25. View official inspection document (report b019b89b-7fff-442b-8527-ba6e075aec1b)
Not corrected - High riskStandard 688/25/2025
68. Child Abuse/Neglect Statement (Article VI.I) (68-01)
The personnel record for staff did not include a statement that they read or had read to them and understood the contents of the pamphlet "Child Abuse and Neglect in Florida, A Guide for Professionals." Comments: At the time of the inspection, observed personnel records for staff members A.A., K.B., M.B., J.C., and G.G. had expired Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting paperwork. Technical assistance was provided that the Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting document is valid for one year and must be resigned/reviewed annually for each staff member. The provider resolved the non-compliance at the time of the inspection by providing each staff member listed above with the paperwork to sign and complete. Compliance Comments During the inspection, observed in-service hour logs completed for prior fiscal years. Technical assistance was given to the provider to continue utilizing the in- service logs per fiscal year to document 10-hour annual trainings. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-08-25. View official inspection document (report b019b89b-7fff-442b-8527-ba6e075aec1b)
Corrected at inspection - Medium riskStandard 708/25/2025
70. (70-07)
The Director Credential was not posted in a conspicuous location. Comments: During the inspection, did not observe the Director's credential posted in a conspicuous location. Technical assistance was provided that the Director Credential must be posted in a conspicuous location. The provider corrected and resolved the non-compliance at the time of the inspection by printing and posting to the office bulletin board the valid and active Director Credential. CHILDREN’S RECORDS Compliance Comments At the time of the inspection, observed the children's files were accurate and complete. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-08-25. View official inspection document (report b019b89b-7fff-442b-8527-ba6e075aec1b)
Corrected at inspection
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
$956/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: BOCA RATON, PALM BEACH County
- Capacity: 134
- Type: Child Care Facility
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