Fordham Early Learning Academy
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Verified evidence places this provider between 2 and 12. The badge shows the floor: the score the public record can defend.
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On record in Florida.
4000 W Anthony Rd, Ocala FL, 34475
- Ages
- 6 wks – 5 yrs
- Hours
- 6:30AM to 6:00PM
- Licensed for
- 463 children
Hours
On the state licence record
6:30AM to 6:00PM
Monday through Friday
Listed on Google
- Mon
- 7:30 AM–3:30 PM
- Tue
- 7:30 AM–3:30 PM
- Wed
- 7:30 AM–3:30 PM
- Thu
- 7:30 AM–3:30 PM
- Fri
- 7:30 AM–3:30 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 Fordham Early Learning 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
- Food Served
- Full Day
The public record
- License number
- C05MA0232
- License status
- Licensed
- License type
- Child Care Facility
- Licensed capacity
- 463 children
- Address
- 4000 W Anthony Rd, Ocala FL, 34475
- County
- Marion County
- Phone
- +13526714925
- Website
- Not listed
- License issued
- February 21, 2023
- License expires
- February 20, 2027
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.
0 clean inspections · 8 with findings in the last 8
FindingJan '24
Jan 8, 2024
33-09: The facility did not have documented proof that all child care personnel were trained and knowledgeable within 30 days of date of hire in [ the use of fire extinguishers]. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.3 …
FindingMay '24
May 10, 2024
42-01: Child(ren) did not have a Student Health Examination/DH (Form 3040), or an equivalent health statement on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2, C Comments Children listed on su…
FindingSep '24
Sep 11, 2024
33-01: Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the 40 hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement. CCF Handbook Section 4.2.1 Comments Employees l… | 33-09: The facility did not have documented proof that all child care personnel were trained and knowledgeable within 30 days of date of hire in [ the use of fire extinguishers]. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.3 … | 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 Comments Employees listed did not c…
FindingJan '25
Jan 8, 2025
41-02: The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 Comments Children (3) listed on supplement immunizations expired. R… | 42-01: Child(ren) did not have a Student Health Examination/DH (Form 3040), or an equivalent health statement on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2, C Comments Children listed on su… | 42-02: The Student Health Examination or equivalent health statement was not acceptable in that: [ It was not current (over two years old)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 Comments Child listed on supplement phys… | 44-04: The personnel/ volunteer (ten hours or more per month) record did not include a CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form signed annually. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, C Comments C… | 45-01: A complete CF-FSP Form 5131, Background Screening
FindingSep '25
Sep 10, 2025
33-06: The facility did not have documentation to show completion of a Department approved five-hour early literacy and language development course for child care personnel within 12 months of date of employ… | 33-09: The facility did not have documented proof that all child care personnel were trained and knowledgeable within 30 days of date of hire in [ the use of fire extinguishers]. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.3 …
FindingJan '26
Jan 12, 2026
33-01: Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the 40 hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement. CCF Handbook Section 4.2.1 Comments Employee li… | 41-02: The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 Comments Child listed on supplement immunization has expired. 42. S… | 42-01: Child(ren) did not have a Student Health Examination/DH (Form 3040), or an equivalent health statement on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2, C Comments Child listed on suppl…
FindingMay '26
May 6, 2026
41-02: The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 Comments 2 children listed on supplement immunizations has expired.…
FindingMay '26
May 11, 2026
41-02: The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 Comments Child listed on supplement immunization has expired. 42. S…
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Questions parents ask about Fordham Early Learning Academy
Is Fordham Early Learning Academy a licensed child care provider in Florida?
- Yes. Fordham Early Learning Academy holds Florida DCF licence C05MA0232, currently listed as "Licensed" by the Department of Children and Families, first licensed on February 21, 2023. Confirm current standing with DCF before enrolling.
What are Fordham Early Learning Academy's hours?
- Weekday hours listed on its Google business profile are 7:30 AM–3:30 PM. Listings change, so call ahead to confirm.
How many children can Fordham Early Learning Academy care for?
- Fordham Early Learning Academy is licensed for up to 463 children. Licensed capacity is a legal maximum, not current availability or enrollment.
Has Fordham Early Learning Academy had any licensing violations?
- Florida DCF has recorded 20 inspections at Fordham Early Learning Academy, 10 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.
