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Margate Kids Academy
LicensedWhat this score could check
Verified evidence places this provider between 24 and 41. The badge shows the floor: the score the public record can defend.
- State inspection history
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- Accreditation
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On record in Florida.
200 S State Road 7, Margate FL, 33068
- Ages
- 6 wks – 5 yrs
- Hours
- 7:00AM to 6:00PM
- Licensed for
- 127 children
- Subsidies
- Accepted
Hours
On the state licence record
7:00AM to 6:00PM
Monday through Friday
Listed on Google
- Mon
- 7 AM–6 PM
- Tue
- 7 AM–6 PM
- Wed
- 7 AM–6 PM
- Thu
- 7 AM–6 PM
- Fri
- 7 AM–6 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 Margate Kids Academy 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
- Drop In
- Food Served
- Full Day
- Half Day
- Infant Care
- Transportation
The public record
- License number
- C17BO0446
- License status
- Licensed
- License type
- Child Care Facility
- Licensed capacity
- 127 children
- Address
- 200 S State Road 7, Margate FL, 33068
- County
- Broward County
- Phone
- +19549777586
- Website
- Not listed
- License issued
- April 13, 2016
- License expires
- March 31, 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.
3 clean inspections · 5 with findings in the last 8
- CleanJun '23
- CleanJun '23
- CleanOct '23
FindingDec '24
Dec 20, 2024
07-05: Sec. 7-33(e), Ordinance: Direct supervision means watching and directing the childrens activities within close proximity within the same room inside or within a designated outdoor play area and respon…
FindingDec '25
Dec 12, 2025
07-01: Sec. 402.305(4)(a), Florida Statutes: Minimum standards for the care of children in a licensed child care facility as established by rule of the department must include: 1. For children from birth thr… | 09-01: 2.8(A-B), and (F)(1-9), Handbook: The child care facility shall adopt a discipline policy consistent with Section 402.305(12), F.S., including standards that prohibit children from being subjected to … | 09-08: 8.2(B), Handbook: Failure to perform the duties of a mandatory reporter pursuant to Section 39.201, F.S., constitutes a violation of the standards in Section 402.301-.319, F.S. As a mandated reporter,… | 40-03: 6.4(A), (B) and (D), Handbook: All accidents and incidents or unusual occurrences that are threatening to the health, safety, or welfare of a child that occur while the child is in care must be docume…
FindingFeb '26
Feb 4, 2026
07-02: Sec. 7-33(c)(2), Ordinance: In groups where children of varying ages are combined, the staff-to-children ratio shall be based on the youngest child in the group. In groups where children of varying ag…
FindingFeb '26
Feb 24, 2026
10-13: 3.1(A), Handbook: All child care facilities must be clean, in good repair, free from health and safety hazards and from evidence of, or presence of, vermin infestation. Areas of the facility were foun… | 11-02: 3.2(A), Handbook: All areas and surfaces accessible to children must be free from toxic substances, bio contaminants, and hazardous materials/equipment/tools, including power tools, plastic bags, matc… | 22-03: 3.12(C), Handbook: All equipment, fences, and objects on the facilitys premises shall be free from sharp, broken and jagged edges, and properly placed to prevent overcrowding or safety hazards in any … | 25-01: 3.10.2(E), Handbook: When children in diapers are in care, there must be a diaper changing area with an impermeable surface that is cleaned and sanitized or disinfected after each use. Diaper changing… | 34-03: 3.9.5(B), Handbook: Bottles and sippy cups brough
FindingJun '26
Jun 4, 2026
10-19: 3.1(D), Handbook: Strangulation hazards, strings, and cords long enough to encircle a child neck such as those on toys and window coverings must not be accessible to children in care. Strangulation ha… | 33-08: 3.9.3(E)(1), Handbook: A log must be maintained for all prepared meals being transported into the facility. The log must be retained for a minimum of 12 months. The log must include the delivery date,… | 48-01: 3.8.4(A) and (C), Handbook: During the facilitys license year, fire drills utilizing the alarm system, approved by the local fire authority, must be conducted monthly at various dates and times when c… | 50-01: Sec. 7-44(f), Ordinance: The childs arrival and departure must be recorded by child care personnel at the time the child enters and departs the child care facility. The attendance sheet/class roster m… | 50-02: Sec. 7-44(f), Ordinance: The childs arrival and d
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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
- Quality: Gold Seal accredited by the state
- 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 4.8 average comes from 116 Google reviews. An average hides whether opinion is consistent or divided, so the spread is shown too.
- 5 star108
- 4 star3
- 3 star2
- 2 star1
- 1 star2
Questions parents ask about Margate Kids Academy
Is Margate Kids Academy a licensed child care provider in Florida?
- Yes. Margate Kids Academy holds Florida DCF licence C17BO0446, currently listed as "Licensed" by the Department of Children and Families, first licensed on April 13, 2016. Confirm current standing with DCF before enrolling.
Does Margate Kids Academy offer free VPK?
- Yes. Margate Kids Academy 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.
Is Margate Kids Academy a Gold Seal provider?
- Yes. Margate Kids Academy holds Florida's Gold Seal Quality Care designation, which requires accreditation by a DCF-approved accrediting association in good standing.
Does Margate Kids Academy accept School Readiness subsidies?
- Yes. The DCF record shows Margate Kids Academy 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 Margate Kids Academy's hours?
- Weekday hours listed on its Google business profile are 7 AM–6 PM. Listings change, so call ahead to confirm.
How many children can Margate Kids Academy care for?
- Margate Kids Academy is licensed for up to 127 children. Licensed capacity is a legal maximum, not current availability or enrollment.
Has Margate Kids Academy had any licensing violations?
- Florida DCF has recorded 18 inspections at Margate Kids Academy, 5 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.