DR. D. D. Brown Christian Academy of Hope
ExemptWhat this score could check
Verified evidence places this provider between 4 and 17. 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.
921 SW 3rd St, Ocala FL, 34471
- Ages
- 6 wks – 5 yrs
- Hours
- 6:30AM to 6:00PM
- Licensed for
- 41 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
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 DR. D. D. Brown Christian Academy of Hope 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
- Infant Care
The public record
- License number
- X05MA0214
- License status
- Exempt
- License type
- Child Care Facility
- Licensed capacity
- 41 children
- Address
- 921 SW 3rd St, Ocala FL, 34471
- County
- Marion County
- Phone
- +13524332728
- Website
- Not listed
- License issued
- May 14, 2015
- License expires
- October 14, 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.
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
FindingJun '24
Jun 27, 2024
33-06: Documentation of an accident or incident was insufficient in that it did not include the [signature of the parent or custodial parent of the child.]. (Section 15.1, number 3) Health Requirements [SR] …
FindingAug '24
Aug 12, 2024
38-05: Documentation of an accident or incident was insufficient in that it did not include the [signature of the parent or legal guardian.]. CCF Handbook, Section 6.4, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page…
FindingDec '24
Dec 23, 2024
17-06: The facilitys fencing walls or gate area had gaps that could allow children to exit the outdoor play area. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, F (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR… | 26-01: The facility's menu was not [ was not written]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, H (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR] Comments Facility had no menu prepared. 27. Catered Food … | 32-03: The play equipment was not maintained in a safe or sanitary condition for the children to use in that [equipment had chipped and missing paint with rust ]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B and F (Section…
FindingJan '25
Jan 28, 2025
17-06: The facilitys fencing walls or gate area had gaps that could allow children to exit the outdoor play area. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, F (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR… | 26-01: The facility's menu was not [ was not accessible to parents]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, H (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR] Comments There is no menu posted. 27. Cater…
FindingApr '25
Apr 1, 2025
12-19: Indoor and outdoor play areas were not inspected daily for basic health and safety and/or any problems were not corrected before the play area is used by children and/or daily inspection logs were not… | 17-02: The facility's outdoor play area contained litter, nails, glass or other hazards that posed a threat to the health, safety or well-being of the children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A (Section 2.1 Heal… | 38-03: Child care personnel failed to document an accident or incident on the day that it occurred. CCF Handbook, Section 6.4, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR] Comments Chil…
FindingApr '25
Apr 9, 2025
17-01: The facilitys outdoor play area contained litter, nails, glass or other hazards that posed a low potential for harm to children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Ph… | 17-06: The facilitys fencing walls or gate area had gaps that could allow children to exit the outdoor play area. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, F (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR… | 23-06: During the facilitys licensure year, fire drills utilizing the approved alarm system were not conducted monthly at various dates and times when children were in care [4/2024 to present]. CCF Handbook,… | 32-03: The play equipment was not maintained in a safe or sanitary condition for the children to use in that [picnic table has peeling paint]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B and F (Section 2.1 Health and Safe… | 32-04: Inspections were not conducted and documented mon
FindingNov '25
Nov 6, 2025
12-02: An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments Counselor observed 1 toilet in… | 23-01: The facility did not have documented proof of an annual fire inspection by the local fire authority. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Co… | 32-03: The play equipment was not maintained in a safe or sanitary condition for the children to use in that [chipped paint, rotten board]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B and F (Section 2.1 Health and Safety,… | 33-09: Child care personnel, who were not in compliance with preservice training requirements when they left a School Readiness provider, did not complete required training and any new mandated training prio… | 41-02: The Student Health Examination or equivalent heal
FindingDec '25
Dec 12, 2025
23-01: The facility did not have documented proof of an annual fire inspection by the local fire authority. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Co…
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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
- Licensing: License status: Exempt
How the reviews split
The 3.7 average comes from 6 Google reviews. An average hides whether opinion is consistent or divided, so the spread is shown too.
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- 1 star2
Questions parents ask about DR. D. D. Brown Christian Academy of Hope
Is DR. D. D. Brown Christian Academy of Hope a licensed child care provider in Florida?
- No. The Florida Department of Children and Families lists DR. D. D. Brown Christian Academy of Hope as "Exempt", which means it operates without a DCF child care licence rather than under one. Exempt providers remain on the DCF public record under record number X05MA0214, and Florida still requires background screening of their staff, but they are not licensed and are not inspected on the same schedule. Confirm current standing with DCF before enrolling.
Does DR. D. D. Brown Christian Academy of Hope accept School Readiness subsidies?
- Yes. The DCF record shows DR. D. D. Brown Christian Academy of Hope 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 DR. D. D. Brown Christian Academy of Hope'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 DR. D. D. Brown Christian Academy of Hope care for?
- DR. D. D. Brown Christian Academy of Hope is licensed for up to 41 children. Licensed capacity is a legal maximum, not current availability or enrollment.
Has DR. D. D. Brown Christian Academy of Hope had any licensing violations?
- Florida DCF has recorded 16 inspections at DR. D. D. Brown Christian Academy of Hope, 11 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.
