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Faith Academy International

Licensed
9Elevated Risk

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Verified evidence places this provider between 9 and 24. The badge shows the floor: the score the public record can defend.

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1 finding on file carries no severity classification and was scored at the moderate middle weight.

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4.2(10)Yelp(0)Claimed on Google
VPKSchool Readiness
Center-based

On record in Florida.

915 Drew St, Clearwater FL, 33755

Ages
6 wks – 5 yrs
Hours
7:00AM to 5:00PM
Licensed for
55 children
Subsidies
Accepted

Hours

On the state licence record

7:00AM to 5:00PM

Monday through Sunday

Listed on Google

Mon
7 AM–5 PM
Tue
7 AM–5 PM
Wed
7 AM–5 PM
Thu
7 AM–5 PM
Fri
7 AM–5 PM
Sat
Closed
Sun
Closed

Hours change without the licence record changing. Call before you plan a drop-off around these times.

Amenities and accessibility

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot

Reported on the provider's Google business listing, not verified by the state.

Ages and programs

Reported to Department of Children and Families, Office of Child Care Regulation by Faith Academy International and published in the state licence record. Availability is not the same as licensing, so confirm openings directly.

Licensed to serve

  • 6 wks – 5 yrs

Programs on record

  • After School
  • Before School
  • Drop In
  • Food Served
  • Full Day
  • Half Day
  • Transportation
  • Weekend Care

The public record

License number
C06PI0478
License status
Licensed
License type
Child Care Facility
Licensed capacity
55 children
Address
915 Drew St, Clearwater FL, 33755
County
Pinellas County
Website
Not listed
License issued
December 22, 2022
License expires
December 5, 2026

This page republishes the public license record maintained by the Department of Children and Families, Office of Child Care Regulation. Fields marked "Not listed" are absent from the state's published data, not hidden. Verify current license status with the agency before enrolling.

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.

Inspection record

Individual inspection visits as recorded by Department of Children and Families, Office of Child Care Regulation, shown as reported.

1 clean inspection · 7 with findings in the last 8

  1. FindingJan '24

    Jan 9, 2024

    01-01: Child care staff failed to provide direct supervision of children in the [3's,4's ] group of children as evidenced by [3 children were left alone on the playground]. Comments 3 children ages three and… | 17-06: Child care personnel failed to verify attendance accuracy at transitions. [when returning from the playground and into the classroom, 3 children were left unattended ]. Comments After returning from t…

  2. FindingMay '24

    May 20, 2024

    21-01: Child care personnel failed to share the accident or incident report with the custodial parent/legal guardian or individual authorized to pick up the child on the date that the incident occurred. Comm…

  3. FindingMay '24

    May 31, 2024

    06-01: The adult-child ratio was not met. There was/were [1] staff supervising [16 children including 3 year olds] children. Comments At time of attendance there was 1 staff member supervising 16 children wh… | 11-06: See the Personnel Records Summary [1] Child Care personnel with an expired Acknowledgement Form. Comments 1 Acknowledgement form was signed after expiration. | 11-14: See Personnel Records Summary for child care staff with an Acknowledgement Form that was not completed on or before first date of employment. [1 acknowledgement form]. Comments 1 staff member was hire… | 36-01: An area of the childrens center was not cleaned as evidence by [the area rugs in the 2's and 3's classroom needs to be cleaned.]. Comments Please either have the 2 rugs cleaned or replaced and submit … | 42-01: During napping, the minimum spacing of two feet between cots/cribs used by children was not p

  4. FindingSep '24

    Sep 20, 2024

    11-09: See the Personnel Records Summary for [1] Child Care personnel whose background screening was not completed within 5 years after the initial screening, or after a 90 days break in service. Comments 1 … | 36-02: An area of the childrens center was observed to not be in good repair [there was peeling paint in the 4 year old classroom]. Comments There is a long piece of wood with hooks for the children's backpa… | 39-02: The ground cover or other protective surface under the [2 slides] was not maintained. Comments The fall zones under and around the 2 slides did not have at least 6 inches of mulch. Provider will purch…

  5. FindingFeb '25

    Feb 6, 2025

    11-13: See Personnel Records Summary for child care staff with an Attestation of Good Moral Character that was on file but was incorrect or incomplete. [a staff member signed a incomplete affidavit of good m… | 11-14: See Personnel Records Summary for child care staff with an Acknowledgement Form that was not completed on or before first date of employment. [it was incomplete]. Comments 1 new staff member did not h… | 11-16: Employment history check did not include all required information including applicants job title, description of regular duties confirmation of employment dates and level of job performance. Comments … | 69-08: The written record of the emergency preparedness drills was incomplete and did not include thefollowing [a lock down drill during the license year of 12/23 - 12/24]. Comments The children's center con…

  6. FindingJun '25

    Jun 25, 2025

    17-01: Staff did not record complete and accurate attendance records to included childs first and last name time in and out and date. [9 children were present and 8 children were marked in]. Comments At time… | 17-06: Child care personnel failed to verify attendance accuracy at transitions. [The SA group of children were not transitioned back into the classroom from outside]. Comments The school age children went o… | 36-01: An area of the childrens center was not cleaned as evidence by [there was a dirty area rug in the 3's, 4's classroom]. Comments There was a dirty area rug in the 3's, 4's classroom. The rug was remove…

  7. FindingOct '25

    Oct 15, 2025

    39-02: The ground cover or other protective surface under the [slides] was not maintained. Comments Submit photos of the resilient under and around both slides. 40. Adequate Fencing: VI. D. VI. D. (Form OEL-… | 50-02: The play equipment was not maintained in a safe or sanitary condition for children to use in that [all the landings on the piece of climbing equipment were not in good condition. ]. (Section 11.2, num… | 80-01: Bottles and/or sippy cups brought from home were not labeled with childs first and last name. (Section 17.6, number 5) Comments The cups in the VPK classroom were not labeled with the children's first…

  8. CleanFeb '26

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What the record says

Provider highlights

Drawn from licensing flags published by the Department of Children and Families, Office of Child Care Regulation. 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

Consider before choosing

Not enough signal recorded yet.

How the reviews split

The 4.2 average comes from 10 Google reviews. An average hides whether opinion is consistent or divided, so the spread is shown too.

  • 5 star8
  • 4 star0
  • 3 star0
  • 2 star0
  • 1 star2

Questions parents ask about Faith Academy International

Is Faith Academy International a licensed child care provider in Florida?

Yes. Faith Academy International holds Florida DCF licence C06PI0478, currently listed as "Licensed" by the Department of Children and Families, first licensed on December 22, 2022. Confirm current standing with DCF before enrolling.

Does Faith Academy International offer free VPK?

Yes. Faith Academy International is on record with Florida DCF as a Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK) provider, so eligible 4-year-olds can attend the state-funded program here at no cost. Confirm current VPK enrollment with the provider.

Does Faith Academy International accept School Readiness subsidies?

Yes. The DCF record shows Faith Academy International participates in Florida's School Readiness program, so families approved for child care assistance through their local Early Learning Coalition may be able to use it here.

What are Faith Academy International's hours?

Weekday hours listed on its Google business profile are 7 AM–5 PM. Listings change, so call ahead to confirm.

How many children can Faith Academy International care for?

Faith Academy International is licensed for up to 55 children. Licensed capacity is a legal maximum, not current availability or enrollment.

Has Faith Academy International had any licensing violations?

Florida DCF has recorded 18 inspections at Faith Academy International, 10 of which recorded at least one finding. Reports are published by the state and summarized as reported; a finding is a cited standard, not a judgment of overall quality.