Gallagher Academy LLC DBA Golden Bear Academy
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Verified evidence places this provider between 26 and 48. The badge shows the floor: the score the public record can defend.
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On record in Florida.
421 S Goldenrod Rd, Orlando FL, 32822
- Ages
- 6 wks – 5 yrs
- Hours
- 6:30AM to 6:30PM
- Licensed for
- 345 children
- Subsidies
- Accepted
Hours
On the state licence record
6:30AM to 6:30PM
Monday through Friday
Hours change without the licence record changing. Call before you plan a drop-off around these times.
Ages and programs
Reported to Department of Children and Families, Office of Child Care Regulation by Gallagher Academy LLC DBA Golden Bear 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
- Infant Care
- Transportation
The public record
- License number
- C09OR1187
- License status
- Licensed
- License type
- Child Care Facility
- Licensed capacity
- 345 children
- Address
- 421 S Goldenrod Rd, Orlando FL, 32822
- County
- Orange County
- Phone
- +14073814888
- Website
- Not listed
- License issued
- November 13, 2019
- License expires
- November 12, 2026
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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
FindingOct '23
Oct 30, 2023
33-07: 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 … | 33-08: Documentation of in-service training was not recorded on CF-FSP Form 5268, Child Care In-service Training Record. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.7, B (Section 18.6, numbers 5 and 6) [SR] Comments Counselor…
- CleanMar '24
- CleanJul '24
- CleanNov '24
FindingJan '25
Jan 31, 2025
12-02: An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A Physical Environment [SR] Comments At the time of the complaint investigation, it was determined by CCR t…
FindingJul '25
Jul 10, 2025
05-04: The facility's transportation log did not include [Signature of 2nd staff verifiying no children remained on the vehicle.]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.2 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General …
FindingNov '25
Nov 6, 2025
03-01: A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [4 infant] children is required. A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [6 infant] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. General Requirements [SR] Comments…
FindingFeb '26
Feb 9, 2026
39-04: Child care personnel failed to share the accident/incident form with the custodial parent/ legal guardian or the individual authorized to pick up child on the day that the incident occurred. CCF Handb…
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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)
- Programs: Head Start participant
- Affordability: Accepts School Readiness funding
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From Yelp
Recent parent reviews
- Yelp
On Thursday, July 1st, 2021 at approximately 6 pm, I arrived at Golden Bear Academy to pick up my child from the Summer Program. I was informed that the...
Aniceris C.Jul 14, 2021
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Questions parents ask about Gallagher Academy LLC DBA Golden Bear Academy
Is Gallagher Academy LLC DBA Golden Bear Academy a licensed child care provider in Florida?
- Yes. Gallagher Academy LLC DBA Golden Bear Academy holds Florida DCF licence C09OR1187, currently listed as "Licensed" by the Department of Children and Families, first licensed on November 13, 2019. Confirm current standing with DCF before enrolling.
Does Gallagher Academy LLC DBA Golden Bear Academy offer free VPK?
- Yes. Gallagher Academy LLC DBA Golden Bear 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.
Is Gallagher Academy LLC DBA Golden Bear Academy a Gold Seal provider?
- Yes. Gallagher Academy LLC DBA Golden Bear Academy holds Florida's Gold Seal Quality Care designation, which requires accreditation by a DCF-approved accrediting association in good standing.
Does Gallagher Academy LLC DBA Golden Bear Academy accept School Readiness subsidies?
- Yes. The DCF record shows Gallagher Academy LLC DBA Golden Bear 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.
How many children can Gallagher Academy LLC DBA Golden Bear Academy care for?
- Gallagher Academy LLC DBA Golden Bear Academy is licensed for up to 345 children. Licensed capacity is a legal maximum, not current availability or enrollment.
Has Gallagher Academy LLC DBA Golden Bear Academy had any licensing violations?
- Florida DCF has recorded 14 inspections at Gallagher Academy LLC DBA Golden Bear Academy, 7 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.
