1 / 5Growing Place Academy, Corp
LicensedWhat this score could check
Verified evidence places this provider between 13 and 27. 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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On record in Florida.
6900 Pershing Ave, Orlando FL, 32822
- Ages
- 6 wks – 5 yrs
- Hours
- 6:30AM to 6:30PM
- Licensed for
- 105 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.
Ages and programs
Reported to Department of Children and Families, Office of Child Care Regulation by Growing Place Academy, Corp 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
- C09OR1138
- License status
- Licensed
- License type
- Child Care Facility
- Licensed capacity
- 105 children
- Address
- 6900 Pershing Ave, Orlando FL, 32822
- County
- Orange County
- Phone
- +14075680402
- Website
- Not listed
- License issued
- December 19, 2018
- License expires
- December 18, 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.
5 clean inspections · 3 with findings in the last 8
FindingApr '24
Apr 5, 2024
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 …
FindingDec '24
Dec 13, 2024
23-02: The facility did not have a current and approved annual fire safety inspection by the local fire authority. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, A (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environmen… | 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… | 45-02: Documentation of Level 2 Clearinghouse screening clearance was missing for child care personnel. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1,C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comments At t…
- CleanJan '25
- CleanApr '25
- CleanApr '25
- CleanAug '25
- CleanDec '25
FindingApr '26
Apr 14, 2026
17-07: The base of the fence in the outdoor play area was not at ground level and could allow inside or outside access by children or animals. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, F (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Pag… | 24-18: Stored food was not consumed or discarded on or before the expiration date listed by the manufacturer. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR] Co… | 30-06: Diaper changing occurred on a surface that was not impermeable. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, E (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments Licensing Specialist obse… | 31-10: Documentation was not maintained for 12 months showing that routine inspections were conducted monthly of all supports, above and below the ground, connectors, and moving parts of the permanent/statio… | 32-06: A resilient surface was not provided beneath and
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)
- Affordability: Accepts School Readiness funding
Points to verify
Consider before choosing
Not enough signal recorded yet.
How the reviews split
The 4.8 average comes from 155 Google reviews. An average hides whether opinion is consistent or divided, so the spread is shown too.
- 5 star144
- 4 star2
- 3 star0
- 2 star0
- 1 star9
Questions parents ask about Growing Place Academy, Corp
Is Growing Place Academy, Corp a licensed child care provider in Florida?
- Yes. Growing Place Academy, Corp holds Florida DCF licence C09OR1138, currently listed as "Licensed" by the Department of Children and Families, first licensed on December 19, 2018. Confirm current standing with DCF before enrolling.
Does Growing Place Academy, Corp offer free VPK?
- Yes. Growing Place Academy, Corp 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 Growing Place Academy, Corp accept School Readiness subsidies?
- Yes. The DCF record shows Growing Place Academy, Corp 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 Growing Place Academy, Corp'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 Growing Place Academy, Corp care for?
- Growing Place Academy, Corp is licensed for up to 105 children. Licensed capacity is a legal maximum, not current availability or enrollment.
Has Growing Place Academy, Corp had any licensing violations?
- Florida DCF has recorded 18 inspections at Growing Place Academy, Corp, 8 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.
