Starchild Academy Lake Mary
200 Longwood Lake Mary Rd, Lake Mary FL, 32746
- Ages6 wks – 5 yrs
- HoursContact for hours
- Capacity533 children
Overview
About Us
Starchild Academy Lake Mary is a licensed child care center with a extra-large DCF-licensed capacity of 533 children in Lake Mary, Florida. DCF licensing records place the origination of this provider approximately 3 years ago.
Programs on record for this provider include Florida's free Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK) and Gold Seal Quality Care designation. Use the licensing, inspection, and parent-review sections below to review the full record before contacting Starchild Academy Lake Mary.
Florida DCF
Safety & Licensing
Florida DCF License
C18SE7028
Inspection History
3 clean inspections · 5 with findings in the last 8
FindingMay '23
May 2, 2023
07-06: The vehicle alarm installed was not in working condition. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 Comments The vehicle alarm on one vehicle did not sound within one minute of the ignition turning off. 08. Seat Be… | 33-01: Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the 40 hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement. CCF Handbook Section 4.2.1 Comments The 40-hour… | 33-06: The facility did not have documentation to show completion of a Department approved five-hour early literacy and language development course for child care personnel within 12 months of date of employ…
FindingNov '23
Nov 17, 2023
40-06: Written directions on the prescription label, the manufacturers label or from the childs doctor for dispensing prescription or non- prescription medication were not followed in that [the medication De…
- CleanMay '24
- CleanSep '24
- CleanDec '24
FindingMay '25
May 5, 2025
45-04: An employment history verification was not documented and on file. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, D Comments Four staff have no documentation on site of the 5 year employment history check. The employer/o…
FindingDec '25
Dec 29, 2025
45-05: 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. CCF Ha… | 45-07: Background screening was not completed: [ after a 90-day break in service.] CCF Handbook, Section 5.2 Comments One staff needs updated background screening in the Clearinghouse following a 90 + day br…
FindingMay '26
May 4, 2026
05-04: The facility's transportation log did not include [secondary sweep signature]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.2 Comments The facilitys transportation log did not include secondary sweep signature. No secon…
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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
- Quality: Gold Seal accredited by the state
- Programs: Offers Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK)
Points to verify
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