La Petite Academy
2200 N Courtenay Pkwy, Merritt Island FL, 32953
- Ages6 wks – 5 yrs
- HoursContact for hours
- Capacity135 children
Overview
About Us
La Petite Academy is a licensed child care center with a large DCF-licensed capacity of 135 children in Merritt Island, Florida. The program has served Merritt Island families for over 25 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 La Petite Academy.
Florida DCF
Safety & Licensing
Florida DCF License
C18BR0108
Inspection History
3 clean inspections · 3 with findings in the last 6
- CleanMar '23
- CleanJul '23
- CleanDec '23
FindingDec '24
Dec 12, 2024
33-03: The facility did not have documentation to show child care personnel had begun the introductory training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.1 (Section 2.1…
FindingJul '25
Jul 15, 2025
03-01: A ratio of [two] child care personnel for [seven infant] children is required. A ratio of [one] child care personnel for [seven infant] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. (Section 2.1 Health an… | 29-03: Child care personnel did not assist children with hand washing [after diapering.]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments A staff w… | 41-01: Child(ren) did not have a Florida Certification of Immunization (DH Form 680) or a Religious Exemption from Immunization (DH Form 681), on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1,… | 45-02: Documentation of Level 2 Clearinghouse screening clearance was missing for child care personnel. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1,C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comments The …
FindingMar '26
Mar 23, 2026
06-01: The facility's driver did not have [ Valid certificate(s) of course completion for first aid training and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) procedures]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.1 (Sectio…
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
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Signals of care
Strengths
- Quality: Gold Seal accredited by the state
- Programs: Offers Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK)
- Affordability: Accepts School Readiness funding
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