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Coral Reef Academy

Licensed
27Elevated Risk

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3.8(109)Yelp(0)Claimed on Google
Gold SealVPKSchool Readiness
Center-basedAccredited · National Early Childhood Program Accreditation

On record in Florida.

4945 Stack Blvd, Melbourne FL, 32901

Ages
6 wks – 5 yrs
Hours
6:30AM to 6:00PM
Licensed for
252 children
Subsidies
Accepted

Hours

On the state licence record

6:30AM to 6:00PM

Monday through Friday

Listed on Google

Mon
6:30AM-6PM
Tue
6:30AM-6PM
Wed
6:30AM-6PM
Thu
6:30AM-6PM
Fri
6:30AM-6PM
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 Coral Reef 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
  • Before School
  • Drop In
  • Food Served
  • Full Day
  • Half Day
  • Infant Care
  • Transportation

The public record

License number
C18BR0237
License status
Licensed
License type
Child Care Facility
Licensed capacity
252 children
Address
4945 Stack Blvd, Melbourne FL, 32901
County
Brevard County
Website
Not listed
License issued
March 10, 2013
License expires
March 10, 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.

5 clean inspections · 3 with findings in the last 8

  1. CleanJun '23
  2. CleanOct '23
  3. FindingMay '24

    May 24, 2024

    04-04: Children in the outdoor play area were not adequately supervised in that [Children in the outdoor play area were not adequately supervised in that [There was an incident at the school on 5/22. The cla…

  4. FindingAug '24

    Aug 5, 2024

    13-04: Knives and/or sharp tools were accessible to children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B (Section 10, number 4) Physical Environment [SR] Comments Sharp hand scissor was accessible to children in t… | 30-07: Items unrelated to diaper changing were stored in the diaper changing area or placed on the diaper changing table/surface. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, G (Section 12.3, number 6) Sanitation and Equip…

  5. CleanFeb '25
  6. CleanJun '25
  7. CleanOct '25
  8. FindingMay '26

    May 28, 2026

    13-03: Harmful items including cleaning supplies, flammable products, poisonous, toxic, and hazardous materials were accessible to children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B Physical Environment [SR] Com… | 13-04: Knives and/or sharp tools were accessible to children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B Physical Environment [SR] Comments Licensing Specialist observed sharp scissors on the changing table in the… | 24-21: Open packages of perishable or leftover foods were not [ labeled with date]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, D Food and Nutrition [SR] Comments Licensing Specialist observed macaroni and rice not in thei… | 35-12: The facility does not have documentation for all child care personnel on required annual refresher education of the facilitys exposure plan. CCF Handbook, Section 6 Health Requirements [SR] Comments L…

Click a finding pill to expand the summary. Fresh violations may show “Summary pending” while business profiles are being updated. Findings are summarized from the official inspection report published by Department of Children and Families, Office of Child Care Regulation.

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 3.8 average comes from 109 Google reviews. An average hides whether opinion is consistent or divided, so the spread is shown too.

  • 5 star72
  • 4 star4
  • 3 star2
  • 2 star1
  • 1 star30

Questions parents ask about Coral Reef Academy

Is Coral Reef Academy a licensed child care provider in Florida?

Yes. Coral Reef Academy holds Florida DCF licence C18BR0237, currently listed as "Licensed" by the Department of Children and Families, first licensed on March 10, 2013. Confirm current standing with DCF before enrolling.

Does Coral Reef Academy offer free VPK?

Yes. Coral Reef 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 Coral Reef Academy a Gold Seal provider?

Yes. Coral Reef Academy holds Florida's Gold Seal Quality Care designation, which requires accreditation by a DCF-approved accrediting association in good standing.

Does Coral Reef Academy accept School Readiness subsidies?

Yes. The DCF record shows Coral Reef 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 Coral Reef Academy's hours?

Weekday hours listed on its Google business profile are 6:30AM-6PM. Listings change, so call ahead to confirm.

How many children can Coral Reef Academy care for?

Coral Reef Academy is licensed for up to 252 children. Licensed capacity is a legal maximum, not current availability or enrollment.

Has Coral Reef Academy had any licensing violations?

Florida DCF has recorded 13 inspections at Coral Reef Academy, 3 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.