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Hope Academy International, LLC
LicensedWhat this score could check
Verified evidence places this provider between 11 and 26. The badge shows the floor: the score the public record can defend.
- State inspection history
- Parent reviews
- Accreditation
- Profile details
- Staff qualifications: not checked
- Staff qualification data is not yet available for this provider.
- Enforcement actions: not checked
- No state enforcement-action feed is available yet, so this score cannot confirm or rule out enforcement history.
1 finding on file carries no severity classification and was scored at the moderate middle weight.
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On record in Florida.
920 Palmetto St, Clearwater FL, 33755
- Ages
- 6 wks – 5 yrs
- Hours
- 7:00AM to 7:00PM
- Licensed for
- 45 children
- Subsidies
- Accepted
Hours
On the state licence record
7:00AM to 7:00PM
Monday through Saturday
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
Service options
- Onsite services
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
Planning
- Appointment required
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 Hope Academy International, LLC 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
- Food Served
- Full Day
- Half Day
The public record
- License number
- C06PI0409
- License status
- Licensed
- License type
- Child Care Facility
- Licensed capacity
- 45 children
- Address
- 920 Palmetto St, Clearwater FL, 33755
- County
- Pinellas County
- Phone
- +17274424673
- Website
- Not listed
- License issued
- June 17, 2019
- License expires
- April 21, 2027
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.
0 clean inspections · 8 with findings in the last 8
FindingFeb '23
Feb 6, 2023
16-04: The parents of children enrolled were not provided information detailing the causes symptoms and transmission of the influenza virus. (Section 19.2, number 9) Comments Director could not locate the fl… | 16-20: See Childrens Records Summary for [41] records where documentation that the parent(s) or legal guardian(s) of each child were provided information regarding the potential for distracted adults to fail…
FindingJul '23
Jul 20, 2023
11-05: See the Personnel Records Summary for [1] Child Care personnel who did not have a completely signed Acknowledgement Form. Comments 1 staff member had an incomplete acknowledgement form on file as it w… | 11-06: See the Personnel Records Summary [1] Child Care personnel with an expired Acknowledgement Form. Comments 1 acknowledgement form was signed after date of 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. [it was signed after date of hire.]. Comments 1 acknowledg… | 12-04: See the Personnel Records Summary for [1] Child Care personnel who do not have documentation of completion of a five hour early literacy and language development of children birth through five course … | 12-11: Documentation of in-service training was not done on from C-0108 Child Care In-Servic
FindingFeb '24
Feb 21, 2024
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. [incorrect] Comments 1 staff member signed the Attestat… | 12-04: See the Personnel Records Summary for [1] Child Care personnel who do not have documentation of completion of a five hour early literacy and language development of children birth through five course … | 12-08: See the Personnel Records Summary for [1] Child Care staff who did not attend the entire Department of Children and Family Services specialized training course Infant and Toddler Appropriate Practices… | 36-02: An area of the childrens center was observed to not be in good repair [the wall in the VPK classroom has a patch of peeling paint and peeling calk in the VPK bathroom.]. (Section 10, number 1) Comment… | 53-05: The cot sheets were not secured to cot(s) as evid
FindingSep '24
Sep 3, 2024
11-03: See the Personnel Records Summary for [1] Child Care personnel who did not have an employment application on file. Comments The center uses an individual to help with lunches and is employed part time… | 11-05: See the Personnel Records Summary for [1] Child Care personnel who did not have a completely signed Acknowledgement Form. Comments Director/owner could not locate the same employees acknowledgement fo… | 11-12: See Personnel Records Summary for child care staff with an Attestation of Good Moral Character that was not completed on or before first date of employment or upon change in employers. Comments Direct… | 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 … | 18-05: Medication which had expired or was no longer bei
FindingFeb '25
Feb 25, 2025
17-05: Child care personnel failed to sign/date a log verifying that all children had left the premises as evidenced by [no signature on 1-24- 25]. Comments The children's center closed early on Friday, 1-24… | 20-01: The citation for a violation of a licensing standard or requirement of ss. 402.301-402.319 F.S. that resulted in disciplinary action did not remain posted with the license for a full year after its ef… | 57-07: The childrens center did not have electrical outlet covers or the outlet covers that were not in place. Comments There was a missing outlet cover in the 3's, 4's classroom. One was placed in the outle… | 60-02: Knives/sharp tools were observed within the reach of children as they were stored [adult scissors were on a desk in the 3's,4's classroom]. (Section 10, number 4) Comments At time of inspection the 3'… | 60-04: The childrens centers storage of harmful items in
FindingJun '25
Jun 12, 2025
11-06: See the Personnel Records Summary [1] Child Care personnel with an expired Acknowledgement Form. Comments 1 acknowledgement form expired on 4-25-25 and a new one was not signed until 5-28-25. Page 1 o… | 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. [it was incorrect] Comments 1 staff member signed a aff… | 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 … | 39-02: The ground cover or other protective surface under the [slide] was not maintained. Comments There were exposed tree roots around the slide on the playground that could be a tripping hazard. The provid… | 60-02: Knives/sharp tools were observed within the reach
FindingSep '25
Sep 4, 2025
16-09: See Childrens Records Summary for [1] records with missing DH680 Immunization Forms. Comments 1 child did not have an immunization form on file. Submit the immunization record to PCLB. Due Date 9/18/2… | 16-11: See Childrens Records Summary for [1] records with the Florida Certificate of Immunization that was not acceptable in that the form was not current (expired) an applicable part of the record was not c… | 16-12: See Childrens Records Summary for [2] records with missing Emergency Medical Release form. Comments 2 children did not have the Emergency Medical Release form on file. Submit the 2 notarized forms to … | 16-18: Parent permission for special occasion food consumption was not maintained for a minimum of 12months from the date of each activity. Comments 2 children did not have the food experience form on file. … | 40-04: The outdoor play area was not adequately fenced i
FindingJun '26
Jun 8, 2026
11-06: See the Personnel Records Summary [3] Child Care personnel with an expired Acknowledgement Form. Comments Three staff did not complete the Acknowledgement Form on or before the date of expiration. Ens… | 16-02: See Childrens Records Summary for [1] records with incomplete information. Comments Obtain the missing information for the child listed on the Records Summary. Submit proof to the License Board office… | 27-01: The childrens center did not have a current and approved fire safety inspection by the local fire authority. Comments The annual Fire Inspection expired as of 5-14-26. Obtain an updated Fire Inspectio… | 39-02: The ground cover or other protective surface under the [playground equipment] was not maintained. Comments Ensure ground cover or other protective surface is added under all fall/use zones on the play…
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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 4.5 average comes from 37 Google reviews. An average hides whether opinion is consistent or divided, so the spread is shown too.
- 5 star32
- 4 star0
- 3 star0
- 2 star0
- 1 star5
Questions parents ask about Hope Academy International, LLC
Is Hope Academy International, LLC a licensed child care provider in Florida?
- Yes. Hope Academy International, LLC holds Florida DCF licence C06PI0409, currently listed as "Licensed" by the Department of Children and Families, first licensed on June 17, 2019. Confirm current standing with DCF before enrolling.
Does Hope Academy International, LLC offer free VPK?
- Yes. Hope Academy International, LLC 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 Hope Academy International, LLC accept School Readiness subsidies?
- Yes. The DCF record shows Hope Academy International, LLC 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 Hope Academy International, LLC'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 Hope Academy International, LLC care for?
- Hope Academy International, LLC is licensed for up to 45 children. Licensed capacity is a legal maximum, not current availability or enrollment.
Has Hope Academy International, LLC had any licensing violations?
- Florida DCF has recorded 13 inspections at Hope Academy International, LLC, 8 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.
