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Sherwood Preschool Academy

3200 Lake Center Dr, Mount Dora FL, 32757

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Gold SealVPKSchool ReadinessCenter-basedAccredited · Accredited Professional Preschool Learning EnvironmentAfter SchoolBefore SchoolFood ServedFull DayHalf Day
  • Ages6 wks – 5 yrs
  • HoursContact for hours
  • Capacity247 children

Overview

About Us

Sherwood Preschool Academy is a licensed child care center with a extra-large DCF-licensed capacity of 247 children in Mount Dora, Florida. DCF licensing records place the origination of this provider approximately 4 years ago.

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 Sherwood Preschool Academy.

Florida DCF

Safety & Licensing

Florida DCF License

C05LA0240

ExpiresFeb 18, 2027

Inspection History

0 clean inspections · 8 with findings in the last 8

  1. FindingJan '24

    Jan 5, 2024

    18-12: Bedding and/or linens were not stored in a sanitary manner. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1, G & H (Section 12.4, number 6) Physical Environment [SR] Comments Napping Mats and Linens stored in a cubbies l… | 43-05: A signed statement from the custodial parent(s) or legal guardian(s) attesting that the facility had provided their food and nutrition policies that included language on food safety and food allergens… | 45-07: Background screening was not completed: [ every five years after the initial screening.] CCF Handbook, Section 5.2 (Section 19.5, number 1) Record Keeping [SR] Comments Missing BGS resubmission for st…

  2. FindingJun '24

    Jun 24, 2024

    03-01: A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [6 - 1 year olds or 11 - 2 year olds] children is required. A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [11 (mixed group of 1's and 2's)] children was observed. s.4…

  3. FindingSep '24

    Sep 10, 2024

    18-12: Bedding and/or linens were not stored in a sanitary manner. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1, G & H Physical Environment [SR] Comments Blankets observed touching each other while stored in a closet. Blanke… | 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 Comments Sta…

  4. FindingJun '25

    Jun 10, 2025

    07-06: The vehicle alarm installed was not in working condition. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR] Comments Alarm is activated by the shifts and no…

  5. FindingJul '25

    Jul 24, 2025

    07-06: The vehicle alarm installed was not in working condition. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 General Requirements [SR] Comments Alarm has not been repaired yet. On 06/10/2025, alarm was observed activated by…

  6. FindingAug '25

    Aug 8, 2025

    11-03: Child care personnel did not comply with the facility's written disciplinary and expulsion policies. CCF Handbook, Section 2.8, B General Requirements [SR] Comments Staff did not follow the redirectio… | 39-04: Child care personnel failed to share the accident/incident form with the custodial parent/ legal guardian or the individual authorized to pick up child on the day that the incident occurred. CCF Handb…

  7. FindingJan '26

    Jan 7, 2026

    12-01: Areas of the facility were found to be in need of cleaning. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments Area rugs in Adventures A, Challenge…

  8. FindingMay '26

    May 13, 2026

    06-01: The facility's driver did not have [ An annual physical examination which grants medical approval to drive]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.1 General Requirements [SR] Comments The facilitys driver does no… | 12-18: The facility did not have electrical outlet covers or the outlet covers were not in place. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, I Physical Environment [SR] Comments Facility did not have covers on non-Tamper- r… | 24-21: Open packages of perishable or leftover foods were not [ properly covered or sealed, labeled with date]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, D Food and Nutrition [SR] Comments In the facilitys kitchen variou… | 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 F…

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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