
Reach for the Stars Academy
2239 Tamiami Trl, Bradenton FL, 34205
- Ages6 wks – 5 yrs
- HoursContact for hours
- Capacity191 children
Overview
About Us
Reach for the Stars Academy is a licensed child care center with a extra-large DCF-licensed capacity of 191 children in Bradenton, Florida. The provider has held an active DCF license in Manatee County for 10 years.
Programs on record for this provider include Florida's free Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK) and Florida School Readiness subsidies. Use the licensing, inspection, and parent-review sections below to review the full record before contacting Reach for the Stars Academy.
Florida DCF
Safety & Licensing
Florida DCF License
C12MA0178
Inspection History
3 clean inspections · 2 with findings in the last 5
- CleanFeb '23
- CleanNov '23
FindingMar '24
Mar 4, 2024
24-21: Open packages of perishable or leftover foods were not [ labeled with date]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, D Comments At the time of inspection licensing specialist observed and photographed food being… | 32-07: The ground cover or other protective surface under the [Children play area ] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D (Section 11.2, number 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments At the ti… | 37-06: The facility's first aid kit was missing the following items: [ Tweezers, Scissors, Soap and hand sanitizer, Cotton balls or applicators]. CCF Handbook, Section 6.2, C (Section 13.5) Health Requiremen…
FindingMar '25
Mar 24, 2025
12-02: An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments During the inspection, Licensi… | 12-07: A safety deficiency having a moderate potential for harm to the children in care was observed. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments Duri… | 17-01: The facilitys outdoor play area contained litter, nails, glass or other hazards that posed a low potential for harm to children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Ph… | 18-02: The bedding available was not safe and poses a threat to the health, safety or well-being of a child in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [… | 30-06: Diaper changing occurred on a surface that was no
- CleanMar '26
Findings are summarized from the official Florida DCF inspection report. Click a finding pill to expand the summary. Fresh violations may show “Summary pending” while business profiles are being updated.
Verified Credentials
- Level 2 Background Checks
- CPR / First Aid Certified Staff
- Secure Entry System
- Continuous Video Monitoring (facilities only)
Minimums required by Florida DCF licensing for every Licensed Child Care Facility. Individual center audits may cover more than the list above.
What the record says
Provider highlights
Drawn from Florida DCF licensing flags. Parent-review summaries will appear here once enough reviews have been collected.
Signals of care
Strengths
- Programs: Offers Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK)
- Affordability: Accepts School Readiness funding
Points to verify
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