
Smiling Faces Academy Inc
910 19th Ave W, Bradenton FL, 34205
- Ages6 wks – 5 yrs
- HoursContact for hours
- Capacity126 children
Overview
About Us
Smiling Faces Academy Inc is a licensed child care center with a large DCF-licensed capacity of 126 children in Bradenton, Florida. The provider has held an active DCF license in Manatee County for 7 years.
Programs on record for this provider include Florida's free Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK) and Florida School Readiness subsidies. The provider identifies as a faith-based program in its DCF filing. Use the licensing, inspection, and parent-review sections below to review the full record before contacting Smiling Faces Academy Inc.
Florida DCF
Safety & Licensing
Florida DCF License
C12MA0325
Inspection History
0 clean inspections · 6 with findings in the last 6
FindingJan '23
Jan 26, 2023
12-02: An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A Physical Environment [SR] Comments In two of the rooms, the licensing representative observed stained cei… | 18-06: The floor mats available for children in care were not covered with an impermeable surface. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1, D Physical Environment [SR] Comments There are several torn nap mats in the 3 a… | 30-06: Diaper changing occurred on a surface that was not impermeable. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, E Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments The diaper changing pad in the infant room has a tear on the side… | 41-01: Child(ren) did not have a Florida Certification of Immunization (DH Form 680) or a Religious Exemption from Immunization (DH Form 681), on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1,… | 42-01: Child(ren) did not have a Student Health Examinat
FindingFeb '24
Feb 7, 2024
17-07: The base of the fence in the outdoor play area was not at ground level and could allow inside or outside access by children or animals. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, F Physical Environment [SR] Comments …
FindingJun '24
Jun 12, 2024
33-03: The facility did not have documentation to show child care personnel had begun the introductory training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.1 Comments At … | 33-09: The facility did not have documented proof that all child care personnel were trained and knowledgeable within 30 days of date of hire in [ safe sleep practices and shaken baby syndrome, the use of fi…
FindingOct '24
Oct 2, 2024
23-05: The facility did not have documentation of a fire extinguisher being properly maintained to include being serviced and retagged timely, and/or with a current certificate. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, …
FindingSep '25
Sep 12, 2025
03-01: A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [6] children is required. A ratio of [2] child care personnel for [14] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General… | 04-01: Supervision of children in the [one-year-old] group was inadequate in that [3 children went into hallway without personnel]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) General… | 05-04: The facility's transportation log did not include [time child exited the vehicle]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.2 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR] Comments During the ins… | 07-03: A vehicle(s) used to transport children did not have an annual inspection by a mechanic to ensure it was in proper working order. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3)…
FindingFeb '26
Feb 10, 2026
05-05: Upon arrival at the destination, it was determined that the driver of the vehicle, or assigned child care personnel, failed to mark each child off the log as children departed the vehicle. CCF Handboo… | 12-02: An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A Physical Environment [SR] Comments During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed areas of the … | 12-03: A health deficiency having a low potential for harm to the children in care was observed. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 Physical Environment [SR] Comments During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist o… | 17-05: The facilitys outdoor play space was not enclosed with fencing or walls a minimum of 4 feet in height. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, F Physical Environment [SR] Comments During the inspection, the Licens… | 17-06: The facilitys fencing walls or gate area had gaps
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
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Signals of care
Strengths
- Programs: Offers Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK)
- Affordability: Accepts School Readiness funding
Points to verify
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