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First Learning Academy, Inc.

306 9th St Lake Park FL 33403-3123

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Gold SealVPKSchool ReadinessCenter-basedAccredited · National Accreditation CommissionAfter SchoolBefore SchoolFood ServedFull DayHalf Day
  • Ages6 wks – 5 yrs
  • HoursContact for hours
  • Capacity69 children

Overview

About Us

First Learning Academy, Inc. is a licensed child care center with a mid-sized DCF-licensed capacity of 69 children in Lake Park, Florida. The program has served Lake Park families for over 20 years, according to its DCF licensing record.

Programs on record for this provider include Florida's free Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK), Florida School Readiness subsidies, and Gold Seal Quality Care designation. Use the licensing, inspection, and parent-review sections below to review the full record before contacting First Learning Academy, Inc..

Florida DCF

Safety & Licensing

Florida DCF License

C15PB0430

ExpiresDec 31, 2026

Inspection History

3 clean inspections · 5 with findings in the last 8

  1. CleanJan '23
  2. CleanMay '23
  3. CleanSep '23
  4. FindingNov '24

    Nov 19, 2024

    02-05: The facility failed to submit a complete renewal application at least 45 days before expiration of the current license. Comments Article IV.A.8. Unless revoked or surrendered, all licenses or certific…

  5. FindingJul '25

    Jul 15, 2025

    15-05: The ceiling of the [OF THE 2 YEAR OLD CLASSROOM HAS WATER DAMAGE] room was not in good repair as evidenced by [BY PHOTOS, CEILING HAS WATER DAMAGE]. Physical Facility [SR] Comments PROVIDER WAS INFORM… | 25-01: The facility's outdoor play area contained debris. Physical Facility [SR] Comments OUTDOOR PLAY AREA PATIO IS FULL OF DEBRIS Not Applicable Comments NO SWIMMING POOL OR WADING POOL 26. Swimming Pool/W… | 31-13: Peeling paint was observed on the surface of the [MERRYGO ROUND CAR AND WOOD AROUND PATIO AREA] in the outdoor area. Comments PEELING PAINT ON PLAY EQUIPMENT IS UNSAFE AND HAZARDIOUS TO CHILDREN, 32. … | 60-01: The personnel record for staff did not include a signed "Affidavit of Good Moral Character". Comments AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION STAFF MD EXPIRED 9-15-2023 61. Information Background Screening Check (A… | 68-01: The personnel record for staff did not include a

  6. FindingSep '25

    Sep 3, 2025

    25-01: The facility's outdoor play area contained debris. (Section 10.7, number 1) Physical Facility [SR] Comments OUTDOOR PLAY AREA IS FULL OF DEBRIS. Not Applicable Comments AT HE TME OF INSPECTION NO SWIM… | 28-06: The facility did not have verification of a current and approved annual fire inspection. Inspection and approval was required as of [O8-26-2025]. 1. Ambulance 2. Fire 3. Police 4. Regional and Nationa… | 31-13: Peeling paint was observed on the surface of the [STANDING CAR AND STEERING WHEEL UNDER WOODEN HOUSE] in the outdoor area. Comments PEELING PAINT ON PLAY EQIPMENT IS UNSAFE HAZARDOUS TO CHILDREN. Comp…

  7. FindingFeb '26

    Feb 25, 2026

    06-01: Child care staff failed to provide direct supervision of children in the [the 1/2-yr-old room] group as evidenced by [attendance log.]. General Requirements [SR] Comments At the time of inspection, In… | 76-01: The facility did not have a current Form 680, Florida Certificate of Immunization, or Form 681 on file. Childrens Records [SR] Comments At time of inspection, youth Sandaissa D expired on 1/20/2026. T…

  8. FindingJun '26

    Jun 17, 2026

    11-02: Staff in the [Infant] area did not clean and sanitize the diaper changing surface after each use. General Requirements [SR] Comments At the time of inspection, diaper changing station cover with dirt.… | 11-03: The diaper changing pad in the [infant] area had slits/tears/holes which prevented adequate cleaning and sanitizing. Comments At the time of inspection, pad at diaper changing station has a tear in it… | 11-08: The container for soiled disposable diapers was not plastic-lined and securely covered. General Requirements [SR] Comments At the time of inspection, no trash can at diaper changing station. Not Appli… | 13-03: The bleach/water solution was not made fresh each day. Comments At the time of inspection, sanitize solution in 3yr-old room not dated. Technical assistance was offered and operator was able to apply … | 21-01: Garbage, or other refuse was not stored in a mann

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

  • Quality: Gold Seal accredited by the state
  • Programs: Offers Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK)
  • Affordability: Accepts School Readiness funding

Points to verify

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