Gulf Coast Christian Academy
LicensedWhat this score could check
Verified evidence places this provider between 23 and 43. The badge shows the floor: the score the public record can defend.
- State inspection history
- Parent reviews
- Accreditation
- Profile details
- Staff qualifications: not checked
- Staff qualification data is not yet available for this provider.
- Enforcement actions: not checked
- No state enforcement-action feed is available yet, so this score cannot confirm or rule out enforcement history.
1 finding on file carries no severity classification and was scored at the moderate middle weight.
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On record in Florida.
2800 Pan American Blvd, North Port FL, 34287
- Ages
- 6 wks – 5 yrs
- Hours
- 7:00AM to 6:00PM
- Licensed for
- 93 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 Gulf Coast Christian 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
- Full Day
- Half Day
The public record
- License number
- C12SA0179
- License status
- Licensed
- License type
- Child Care Facility
- Licensed capacity
- 93 children
- Address
- 2800 Pan American Blvd, North Port FL, 34287
- County
- Sarasota County
- Phone
- +19414239996
- Website
- Not listed
- License issued
- September 22, 2010
- License expires
- December 31, 2026
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.
1 clean inspection · 4 with findings in the last 5
FindingSep '23
Sep 21, 2023
14-05: An area of the facility was observed to be a serious safety hazard to children in care. (Section 10, numbers 1 11) Physical Environment [SR] Comments Teachers purse in unlocked cabinet at children rea… | 21-06: Staff failed to inspect the playground before allowing children on the playground. Comments Daily playground inspection not documente. 22. Fencing rule 65C-22.002(4), F.A.C, 62-133(c)(3) rule 65C-22.0…
FindingApr '24
Apr 30, 2024
14-05: An area of the facility was observed to be a serious safety hazard to children in care. (Section 10, numbers 1 11) Physical Environment [SR] Comments Laundry room/storage closet door was unlocked. Pro… | 21-06: Staff failed to inspect the playground before allowing children on the playground. Comments Playground inspections conducted but not recorded. 22. Fencing rule 65C-22.002(4), F.A.C, 62-133(c)(3) rule … | 33-02: A written record of fire drills was not completed and/or did not include one drill during napping/sleeping times, one drill using alternate evacuation routes, or one in the presence of the licensing a… | 40-03: There was no documentation, maintained for one year, that routine inspections were conducted at least every other month of all supports, above and below the ground, all connectors, and moving parts. C…
FindingSep '24
Sep 18, 2024
21-06: Staff failed to inspect the playground before allowing children on the playground. Comments Daily playground inspection performed but current documentation was not at facility at time of inspection. 2… | 25-02: The nap/sleep space was under furniture or against furniture that created a hazard. (Section 10.4, number 4) Physical Environment [SR] Comments Two childrens cots were placed against shelving with ite…
FindingMay '25
May 19, 2025
35-19: The classroom assigned to the [four year old VPK] age group did not have a sink for hand washing with running water. Comments There was not a handwashing sink available in the four year old VPK classr…
- CleanMay '26
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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
- Affordability: Accepts School Readiness funding
Points to verify
Consider before choosing
Not enough signal recorded yet.
How the reviews split
The 4.4 average comes from 36 Google reviews. An average hides whether opinion is consistent or divided, so the spread is shown too.
- 5 star30
- 4 star1
- 3 star0
- 2 star0
- 1 star5
Questions parents ask about Gulf Coast Christian Academy
Is Gulf Coast Christian Academy a licensed child care provider in Florida?
- Yes. Gulf Coast Christian Academy holds Florida DCF licence C12SA0179, currently listed as "Licensed" by the Department of Children and Families, first licensed on September 22, 2010. Confirm current standing with DCF before enrolling.
Does Gulf Coast Christian Academy accept School Readiness subsidies?
- Yes. The DCF record shows Gulf Coast Christian 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 Gulf Coast Christian 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 Gulf Coast Christian Academy care for?
- Gulf Coast Christian Academy is licensed for up to 93 children. Licensed capacity is a legal maximum, not current availability or enrollment.
Has Gulf Coast Christian Academy had any licensing violations?
- Florida DCF has recorded 10 inspections at Gulf Coast Christian Academy, 4 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.
