Kids Academy, Inc.
LicensedWhat this score could check
Verified evidence places this provider between 8 and 22. The badge shows the floor: the score the public record can defend.
- State inspection history
- Parent reviews
- Accreditation
- Profile details
- Staff qualifications: not checked
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- 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.
2514 NE 12th Ct, Ocala FL, 34470
- Ages
- 6 wks – 5 yrs
- Hours
- 5:30AM to 6:00PM
- Licensed for
- 128 children
- Subsidies
- Accepted
Hours
On the state licence record
5:30AM to 6:00PM
Monday through Friday
Listed on Google
- Mon
- 5:30 AM–6 PM
- Tue
- 5:30 AM–6 PM
- Wed
- 5:30 AM–6 PM
- Thu
- 5:30 AM–6 PM
- Fri
- 5:30 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 Kids Academy, 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
- Before School
- Drop In
- Food Served
- Full Day
- Half Day
- Infant Care
- Transportation
The public record
- License number
- C05MA0039
- License status
- Licensed
- License type
- Child Care Facility
- Licensed capacity
- 128 children
- Address
- 2514 NE 12th Ct, Ocala FL, 34470
- County
- Marion County
- Phone
- +13526223913
- Website
- Not listed
- License issued
- September 25, 1998
- License expires
- September 25, 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.
3 clean inspections · 5 with findings in the last 8
FindingApr '23
Apr 14, 2023
{"kind":"clean","note":"No violation language detected in report."}
- CleanApr '24
- CleanAug '24
- CleanDec '24
FindingAug '25
Aug 11, 2025
32-03: The play equipment was not maintained in a safe or sanitary condition for the children to use in that [peeling / chipped paint, rotten boards]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B and F (Section 2.1 Health … | 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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Pag…
FindingDec '25
Dec 15, 2025
06-01: The facility's driver did not have [ An annual physical examination which grants medical approval to drive]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [S…
FindingDec '25
Dec 18, 2025
11-03: Child care personnel did not comply with the facility's written disciplinary and expulsion policies. CCF Handbook, Section 2.8, B General Requirements [SR] Comments Teacher no longer employed PHYSICAL… | 39-03: Child care personnel failed to document an accident or incident on the day that it occurred. CCF Handbook, Section 6.4, A Health Requirements [SR] Comments Teacher did not write an incident report of … | 47-02: The owner, operator, employee or substitute, while caring for children, committed an act or omission that meets the definition of child abuse or neglect provided in Chapter 39, Florida Statutes or Cha…
FindingApr '26
Apr 13, 2026
07-06: The vehicle alarm installed was not in working condition. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR] Comments Counselor observed that the vehicle ala… | 32-03: The play equipment was not maintained in a safe or sanitary condition for the children to use in that [rust, erosion, chipped paint]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B and F (Section 2.1 Health and Safety… | 41-02: 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…
Click a finding pill to expand the summary. Fresh violations may show “Summary pending” while business profiles are being updated. Findings are summarized from the official inspection report published by Department of Children and Families, Office of Child Care Regulation.
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
- Programs: Offers Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK)
- Programs: Head Start participant
- Affordability: Accepts School Readiness funding
Points to verify
Consider before choosing
Not enough signal recorded yet.
How the reviews split
The 4.0 average comes from 11 Google reviews. An average hides whether opinion is consistent or divided, so the spread is shown too.
- 5 star7
- 4 star1
- 3 star1
- 2 star0
- 1 star2
Questions parents ask about Kids Academy, Inc.
Is Kids Academy, Inc. a licensed child care provider in Florida?
- Yes. Kids Academy, Inc. holds Florida DCF licence C05MA0039, currently listed as "Licensed" by the Department of Children and Families, first licensed on September 25, 1998. Confirm current standing with DCF before enrolling.
Does Kids Academy, Inc. offer free VPK?
- Yes. Kids Academy, 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.
Is Kids Academy, Inc. a Gold Seal provider?
- Yes. Kids Academy, Inc. holds Florida's Gold Seal Quality Care designation, which requires accreditation by a DCF-approved accrediting association in good standing.
Does Kids Academy, Inc. accept School Readiness subsidies?
- Yes. The DCF record shows Kids Academy, 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 Kids Academy, Inc.'s hours?
- Weekday hours listed on its Google business profile are 5:30 AM–6 PM. Listings change, so call ahead to confirm.
How many children can Kids Academy, Inc. care for?
- Kids Academy, Inc. is licensed for up to 128 children. Licensed capacity is a legal maximum, not current availability or enrollment.
Has Kids Academy, Inc. had any licensing violations?
- Florida DCF has recorded 15 inspections at Kids Academy, Inc., 5 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.
