1 / 3The Academy At Downtown Ocala
LicensedWhat this score could check
Verified evidence places this provider between 18 and 33. The badge shows the floor: the score the public record can defend.
- State inspection history
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- Accreditation
- Profile details
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On record in Florida.
819 SE 1st Ter, Ocala FL, 34471
- Ages
- 6 wks – 5 yrs
- Hours
- 6:30AM to 6:00PM
- Licensed for
- 90 children
- Subsidies
- Accepted
Hours
On the state licence record
6:30AM to 6:00PM
Monday through Friday
Listed on Google
- Mon
- 6:30 AM–6 PM
- Tue
- 6:30 AM–6 PM
- Wed
- 6:30 AM–6 PM
- Thu
- 6:30 AM–6 PM
- Fri
- 6:30 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
From the business
- Identifies as women-owned
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
Parking
- On-site parking
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 The Academy At Downtown Ocala 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
- Full Day
- Half Day
- Infant Care
- Transportation
The public record
- License number
- C05MA0214
- License status
- Licensed
- License type
- Child Care Facility
- Licensed capacity
- 90 children
- Address
- 819 SE 1st Ter, Ocala FL, 34471
- County
- Marion County
- Phone
- +13524219120
- Website
- Not listed
- License issued
- April 12, 2021
- License expires
- April 11, 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
FindingNov '23
Nov 15, 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 Record Kee…
FindingMar '24
Mar 1, 2024
06-01: The facility's driver did not have [ Valid certificate(s) of course completion for first aid training and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) procedures]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.1 General…
FindingJul '24
Jul 1, 2024
43-10: The facility did not maintain documentation that the parent(s) or legal guardian(s) of each child were provided information regarding the potential for distracted adults to fail to drop off a child an…
FindingAug '24
Aug 6, 2024
03-01: A ratio of [2] child care personnel for [27 mixed group] children is required. A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [17/4's and 10/5's] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. General Requirement… | 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 Incident occurred on June 26/2024. Incident …
FindingSep '24
Sep 26, 2024
04-01: Supervision of children in the [9 year old] group was inadequate in that [child was left alone in the lobby without supervision by day care personnel]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 General Requirements [… | 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 Documentation of the incident was not comple…
FindingOct '24
Oct 29, 2024
18-12: Bedding and/or linens were not stored in a sanitary manner. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1, G & H (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments During this inspection, Counse… | 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 [ safe sleep practices and shaken baby syndrome, the use of fi… | 41-01: Child(ren) did not have a Florida Certification of Immunization (DH Form 680) or a Religious Exemption from Immunization (DH Form 681), on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1,… | 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… | 42-01: Child(ren) did not have a Student Health Examinat
FindingApr '25
Apr 30, 2025
03-01: A ratio of [2] child care personnel for [24] children is required. A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [24] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. General Requirements [SR] Comments During the …
FindingMay '26
May 29, 2026
11-03: Child care personnel did not comply with the facility's written disciplinary and expulsion policies. CCF Handbook, Section 2.8, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR] Comm…
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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)
- Affordability: Accepts School Readiness funding
Points to verify
Consider before choosing
Not enough signal recorded yet.
How the reviews split
The 4.2 average comes from 104 Google reviews. An average hides whether opinion is consistent or divided, so the spread is shown too.
- 5 star83
- 4 star0
- 3 star0
- 2 star0
- 1 star21
Questions parents ask about The Academy At Downtown Ocala
Is The Academy At Downtown Ocala a licensed child care provider in Florida?
- Yes. The Academy At Downtown Ocala holds Florida DCF licence C05MA0214, currently listed as "Licensed" by the Department of Children and Families, first licensed on April 12, 2021. Confirm current standing with DCF before enrolling.
Does The Academy At Downtown Ocala offer free VPK?
- Yes. The Academy At Downtown Ocala 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 The Academy At Downtown Ocala a Gold Seal provider?
- Yes. The Academy At Downtown Ocala holds Florida's Gold Seal Quality Care designation, which requires accreditation by a DCF-approved accrediting association in good standing.
Does The Academy At Downtown Ocala accept School Readiness subsidies?
- Yes. The DCF record shows The Academy At Downtown Ocala 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 The Academy At Downtown Ocala's hours?
- Weekday hours listed on its Google business profile are 6:30 AM–6 PM. Listings change, so call ahead to confirm.
How many children can The Academy At Downtown Ocala care for?
- The Academy At Downtown Ocala is licensed for up to 90 children. Licensed capacity is a legal maximum, not current availability or enrollment.
Has The Academy At Downtown Ocala had any licensing violations?
- Florida DCF has recorded 21 inspections at The Academy At Downtown Ocala, 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.
