1 / 8First Step Kids Academy
LicensedWhat this score could check
Verified evidence places this provider between 59 and 80. The badge shows the floor: the score the public record can defend.
- State inspection history
- Parent reviews
- Accreditation
- Profile details
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On record in Florida.
2876 S Alafaya Trl Ste 110, Orlando FL, 32828
- Ages
- 6 wks – 5 yrs
- Hours
- 6:30AM to 6:30PM
- Licensed for
- 92 children
- Subsidies
- Accepted
Hours
On the state licence record
6:30AM to 6:30PM
Monday through Friday
Listed on Google
- Mon
- 6:30 AM–6:30 PM
- Tue
- 6:30 AM–6:30 PM
- Wed
- 6:30 AM–6:30 PM
- Thu
- 6:30 AM–6:30 PM
- Fri
- 6:30 AM–6:30 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 First Step Kids 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
- Half Day
- Infant Care
The public record
- License number
- C09OR1062
- License status
- Licensed
- License type
- Child Care Facility
- Licensed capacity
- 92 children
- Address
- 2876 S Alafaya Trl Ste 110, Orlando FL, 32828
- County
- Orange County
- Phone
- +14077308984
- Website
- Not listed
- License issued
- January 8, 2015
- License expires
- January 7, 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.
✅ Passed the last 8 inspections
- CleanJan '24
- CleanApr '24
- CleanAug '24
- CleanDec '24
- CleanMay '25
- CleanSep '25
- CleanDec '25
- CleanMay '26
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
- 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.
From Yelp
Recent parent reviews
The 3 most recent of 4 Yelp reviews. Scroll for the rest of them.
- Yelp
My 20 month old son has been going to First Step Kids Academy since he was 5 months old. He absolutely loves going to school everyday. The teachers are all...
Rachael N.Feb 8, 2017 - Yelp
Mrs. Leidy and the infant teachers have been amazing with our little girl. Never easy leaving your 12 week old to go back to work but I know she is in...
Lauren P.Jan 13, 2017 - Yelp
My children are very happy here. Mrs. Leidy the owner is awesome. It's a very caring and loving environment.
E G.Sep 24, 2016
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How the reviews split
The 3.9 average comes from 19 Google reviews. An average hides whether opinion is consistent or divided, so the spread is shown too.
- 5 star14
- 4 star0
- 3 star0
- 2 star0
- 1 star5
Questions parents ask about First Step Kids Academy
Is First Step Kids Academy a licensed child care provider in Florida?
- Yes. First Step Kids Academy holds Florida DCF licence C09OR1062, currently listed as "Licensed" by the Department of Children and Families, first licensed on January 8, 2015. Confirm current standing with DCF before enrolling.
Does First Step Kids Academy offer free VPK?
- Yes. First Step Kids Academy 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 First Step Kids Academy accept School Readiness subsidies?
- Yes. The DCF record shows First Step Kids Academy 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 First Step Kids Academy's hours?
- Weekday hours listed on its Google business profile are 6:30 AM–6:30 PM. Listings change, so call ahead to confirm.
How many children can First Step Kids Academy care for?
- First Step Kids Academy is licensed for up to 92 children. Licensed capacity is a legal maximum, not current availability or enrollment.
Has First Step Kids Academy had any licensing violations?
- Florida DCF has recorded 10 inspections at First Step Kids Academy, 1 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.
