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Future Scholars Academy Of Ocala Inc.
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Verified evidence places this provider between 14 and 37. The badge shows the floor: the score the public record can defend.
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On record in Florida.
5854 SE 5th St Unit 5, Ocala FL, 34472
- Ages
- 6 wks – 5 yrs
- Hours
- 6:30AM to 5:30PM
- Licensed for
- 45 children
- Subsidies
- Accepted
Hours
On the state licence record
6:30AM to 5:30PM
Monday through Friday
Listed on Google
- Mon
- 6:30AM-5:30PM
- Tue
- 6:30AM-5:30PM
- Wed
- 6:30AM-5:30PM
- Thu
- 6:30AM-5:30PM
- Fri
- 6:30AM-5:30PM
- 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 Future Scholars Academy Of Ocala Inc. 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
- Drop In
- Food Served
- Full Day
- Half Day
The public record
- License number
- X05MA0051
- License status
- Exempt
- License type
- Child Care Facility
- Licensed capacity
- 45 children
- Address
- 5854 SE 5th St Unit 5, Ocala FL, 34472
- County
- Marion County
- Phone
- +13526943115
- Website
- Not listed
- License issued
- September 4, 2018
- License expires
- September 3, 2026
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Inspection record
Individual inspection visits as recorded by Department of Children and Families, Office of Child Care Regulation, shown as reported.
0 clean inspections · 4 with findings in the last 4
FindingFeb '24
Feb 1, 2024
27-05: The ground cover or other protective surface under the [slides, swings, ladders and steps] was not maintained at a minimum of six (6) inches in depth. (Section 11.2, number 3) Physical Environment [SR… | 37-02: The Florida Certificate of Immunization was not acceptable in that [1] 1.The form was not current (expired). 2.An applicable part of the record was not complete. 3.It did not include the signature of … | 38-01: Child(ren) did not have a Student Health Examination (DH Form 3040) or an equivalent health statement on file within 30 days of enrollment. (Section 19.2, number 1) Record Keeping [SR] Comments Child … | 38-02: The Student Health Examination or equivalent health statement was not acceptable in that [1]. 1.It was not current (over two years old). 2.It did not indicate results of all components included in DH …
FindingAug '24
Aug 28, 2024
12-17: The facility did not have documentation of approval from the local governing body to verify compliance for structural modifications made to an existing facility or new building. CCF Handbook, Section …
FindingAug '24
Aug 28, 2024
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… | 34-11: The facility did not have a written exposure plan regarding safety precautions for exposure to blood and potentially infectious fluids. CCF Handbook, Section 6 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) … | 40-02: The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comment… | 41-02: 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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) … | 43-04: The personnel/ volunteer (ten hours or more per m
FindingFeb '26
Feb 17, 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 Kitchen oven has dried / burnt spill… | 33-03: Child care personnel, including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the required in-service training during the states fiscal year beginning July 1 and ending June 30. CCF … | 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 health statement was not acceptable in that: [ It did not indicate the results of all components included in DH Form 3040]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 (Sect…
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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
- Programs: Offers Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK)
- Affordability: Accepts School Readiness funding
Points to verify
Consider before choosing
- Licensing: License status: Exempt
How the reviews split
The 4.6 average comes from 10 Google reviews. An average hides whether opinion is consistent or divided, so the spread is shown too.
- 5 star9
- 4 star0
- 3 star0
- 2 star0
- 1 star1
Questions parents ask about Future Scholars Academy Of Ocala Inc.
Is Future Scholars Academy Of Ocala Inc. a licensed child care provider in Florida?
- No. The Florida Department of Children and Families lists Future Scholars Academy Of Ocala Inc. 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 X05MA0051, 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 Future Scholars Academy Of Ocala Inc. offer free VPK?
- Yes. Future Scholars Academy Of Ocala Inc. is on record with Florida DCF as a Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK) provider, so eligible 4-year-olds can attend the state-funded program here at no cost. Confirm current VPK enrollment with the provider.
Does Future Scholars Academy Of Ocala Inc. accept School Readiness subsidies?
- Yes. The DCF record shows Future Scholars Academy Of Ocala Inc. 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 Future Scholars Academy Of Ocala Inc.'s hours?
- Weekday hours listed on its Google business profile are 6:30AM-5:30PM. Listings change, so call ahead to confirm.
How many children can Future Scholars Academy Of Ocala Inc. care for?
- Future Scholars Academy Of Ocala Inc. is licensed for up to 45 children. Licensed capacity is a legal maximum, not current availability or enrollment.
Has Future Scholars Academy Of Ocala Inc. had any licensing violations?
- Florida DCF has recorded 7 inspections at Future Scholars Academy Of Ocala Inc., 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.
