La Petite Academy
LicensedWhat this score could check
Verified evidence places this provider between 2 and 14. The badge shows the floor: the score the public record can defend.
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- Profile details
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2 findings on file carry no severity classification and were scored at the moderate middle weight.
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On record in Florida.
2700 Bobcat Village Center Rd, North Port FL, 34288
- Ages
- 6 wks – 5 yrs
- Hours
- 6:30AM to 6:30PM
- Licensed for
- 363 children
- Subsidies
- Accepted
Hours
On the state licence record
6:30AM to 6:30PM
Monday through Friday
Hours change without the licence record changing. Call before you plan a drop-off around these times.
Ages and programs
Reported to Department of Children and Families, Office of Child Care Regulation by La Petite 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
- Food Served
- Full Day
- Half Day
- Infant Care
The public record
- License number
- C12SA0321
- License status
- Licensed
- License type
- Child Care Facility
- Licensed capacity
- 363 children
- Address
- 2700 Bobcat Village Center Rd, North Port FL, 34288
- County
- Sarasota County
- Phone
- +19414238844
- Website
- Not listed
- License issued
- October 21, 2019
- License expires
- December 31, 2026
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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.
0 clean inspections · 8 with findings in the last 8
FindingOct '23
Oct 17, 2023
14-05: An area of the facility was observed to be a serious safety hazard to children in care. Physical Environment [SR] Comments inspector observed a group of toddlers with their teacher on the road/parking… | 35-03: A staff member did not wash his/her hands appropriately after diapering a child. Physical Environment [SR] Comments Teacher was observed not washing her hands after diapering a child. Director was wal… | 37-01: Items unrelated to diaper changing were stored in the diaper changing area or placed on the diaper changing table/surface. Physical Environment [SR] Comments an iPad was found on the changing table in…
FindingOct '23
Oct 17, 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 inspector observed a group of toddlers with their … | 35-03: A staff member did not wash his/her hands appropriately after diapering a child. (Section 12.2) Physical Environment [SR] Comments Teacher was observed not washing her hands after diapering a child.Di… | 37-01: Items unrelated to diaper changing were stored in the diaper changing area or placed on the diaper changing table/surface. (Section 12.3, number 6) Physical Environment [SR] Comments an iPad was found…
FindingJul '24
Jul 16, 2024
14-06: A safety deficiency having a low potential for harm to the children in care was observed. (Section 10, numbers 1 11) Physical Environment [SR] Comments Two teacher's bags were within children's reach.… | 21-01: The facility's outdoor play area contained debris. (Section 10.7, number 1) Physical Environment [SR] Comments Vines were growing on the back fence of the older children's playground. 22. Fencing rule… | 37-04: Staff were observed to use the hand washing sink for food preparation and/or clean up. (Section 12.2, number 4) Physical Environment [SR] Comments Classroom items were being rinsed in the handwashing …
FindingDec '24
Dec 4, 2024
25-01: A minimum distance of 18'' was not maintained between each napping/sleeping space. (Section 10.4, number 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments Two cots in a three year old classroom did not have 18 of…
FindingFeb '25
Feb 25, 2025
14-07: A health deficiency having a low potential for harm to the children in care was observed. (Section 10, numbers 1 11) Physical Environment [SR] Comments Inspector observed a teacher's drink within chil… | 57-07: The immunization record was incomplete for the child(ren). The record did not document signature of a physician, dates immunizations were administered, or the expiration date. (Section 19.2, number 2)…
FindingMar '25
Mar 3, 2025
48-04: Documentation of an accident or incident did not include all of the information required in that [the date was missing from one parent's signature]. Health Requirements [SR] Comments One incident repo…
FindingDec '25
Dec 12, 2025
15-04: A cleaning supply was accessible to children. (Section 10, number 4) Physical Environment [SR] Comments Unlocked door offered access to children to cleaning chemicals Please keep the laundry doors loc… | 31-03: A toileting area did not provide a trash receptacle. (Section 10.6, number 7) Physical Environment [SR] Comments No trash receptacle in the children bathroom. 32. Operable Phone rule 65C-22.002(7), F.…
FindingApr '26
Apr 20, 2026
14-05: An area of the facility was observed to be a serious safety hazard to children in care. Physical Environment [SR] Comments Teacher purse and bottle at childrens reach 15. Toxic Substances and Hazardou… | 21-02: The outdoor play area was not clean, free from litter, nails, glass or other hazards. Physical Environment [SR] Comments Playground liner mulch was showing and made it a tripping hazard. 22. Fencing r… | 53-02: Bottles and sippy cups were not labeled with the child's first and last name. Food and Nutrition [SR] Comments Infant room Baby bottles in and out of the refrigerator did not have labels 54. Catered f… | 57-05: A current DH Form 680, Florida Certification of Immunization, was missing for the child(ren). Record Keeping [SR] Comments 33% of the files reviewed were not update. Immunization certificate expired f…
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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
- Affordability: Accepts School Readiness funding
Points to verify
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Questions parents ask about La Petite Academy
Is La Petite Academy a licensed child care provider in Florida?
- Yes. La Petite Academy holds Florida DCF licence C12SA0321, currently listed as "Licensed" by the Department of Children and Families, first licensed on October 21, 2019. Confirm current standing with DCF before enrolling.
Is La Petite Academy a Gold Seal provider?
- Yes. La Petite Academy holds Florida's Gold Seal Quality Care designation, which requires accreditation by a DCF-approved accrediting association in good standing.
Does La Petite Academy accept School Readiness subsidies?
- Yes. The DCF record shows La Petite 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.
How many children can La Petite Academy care for?
- La Petite Academy is licensed for up to 363 children. Licensed capacity is a legal maximum, not current availability or enrollment.
Has La Petite Academy had any licensing violations?
- Florida DCF has recorded 13 inspections at La Petite Academy, 9 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.
