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St Paul's Christian School

Licensed
21Elevated Risk

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4.8(4)Yelp(0)Claimed on Google
Gold SealVPKFaith-based
Center-basedAccredited · Christian Preschool Association (FKA UMAP)

On record in Florida.

800 SE 41st Ave, Ocala FL, 34471

Ages
6 wks – 5 yrs
Hours
8:30AM to 1:30PM
Licensed for
131 children

Hours

On the state licence record

8:30AM to 1:30PM

Monday through Friday

Listed on Google

Mon
8 AM–2 PM
Tue
8 AM–2 PM
Wed
8 AM–2 PM
Thu
8 AM–2 PM
Fri
8 AM–2 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 St Paul's Christian School 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

  • Half Day

The public record

License number
C05MA0006
License status
Licensed
License type
Child Care Facility
Licensed capacity
131 children
Address
800 SE 41st Ave, Ocala FL, 34471
County
Marion County
Website
Not listed
License issued
September 12, 1997
License expires
May 31, 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.

3 clean inspections · 5 with findings in the last 8

  1. FindingApr '23

    Apr 20, 2023

    40-17: Medication which had expired or is no longer being administered was not discarded or returned to the custodial parent or legal guardian. CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, H Comments Counselor found that an e… | 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…

  2. FindingSep '23

    Sep 1, 2023

    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… | 45-02: Documentation of Level 2 Clearinghouse screening clearance was missing for child care personnel. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1,C Comments Counselor found that a teacher did not have a level 2 background…

  3. FindingJan '24

    Jan 18, 2024

    12-11: The facility did not have current vaccination records for the pet observed. Vaccinations are available for this type of animal. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, C Comments Counselor observed that a dog was … | 39-05: Documentation of an accident or incident was insufficient in that it did not include the [date ]. CCF Handbook, Section 6.4, C Comments Counselor found that an accident report completed on 9/25/23 did…

  4. FindingApr '24

    Apr 22, 2024

    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 Comments Counselor found that the facility last approved fire inspec… | 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 Counselor f…

  5. CleanJan '25
  6. CleanMay '25
  7. CleanSep '25
  8. FindingApr '26

    Apr 20, 2026

    12-18: The facility did not have electrical outlet covers or the outlet covers were not in place. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, I Comments In two of the classrooms there was an electrical outlet that did not ha… | 32-03: The play equipment was not maintained in a safe or sanitary condition for the children to use in that [Jagged hole on steps of climber. ]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B and F Comments Counselor observ… | 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 Two staff are missing thei… | 44-04: The personnel/ volunteer (ten hours or more per m

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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
  • Programs: Offers Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK)

Points to verify

Consider before choosing

Not enough signal recorded yet.

How the reviews split

The 4.8 average comes from 4 Google reviews. An average hides whether opinion is consistent or divided, so the spread is shown too.

  • 5 star3
  • 4 star1
  • 3 star0
  • 2 star0
  • 1 star0

Questions parents ask about St Paul's Christian School

Is St Paul's Christian School a licensed child care provider in Florida?

Yes. St Paul's Christian School holds Florida DCF licence C05MA0006, currently listed as "Licensed" by the Department of Children and Families, first licensed on September 12, 1997. Confirm current standing with DCF before enrolling.

Does St Paul's Christian School offer free VPK?

Yes. St Paul's Christian School 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 St Paul's Christian School a Gold Seal provider?

Yes. St Paul's Christian School holds Florida's Gold Seal Quality Care designation, which requires accreditation by a DCF-approved accrediting association in good standing.

What are St Paul's Christian School's hours?

Weekday hours listed on its Google business profile are 8 AM–2 PM. Listings change, so call ahead to confirm.

How many children can St Paul's Christian School care for?

St Paul's Christian School is licensed for up to 131 children. Licensed capacity is a legal maximum, not current availability or enrollment.

Has St Paul's Christian School had any licensing violations?

Florida DCF has recorded 16 inspections at St Paul's Christian School, 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.