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La Petite Academy #7498

Licensed
38Elevated Risk

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Gold SealVPKSchool Readiness
Center-basedAccredited · National Early Childhood Program Accreditation

On record in Florida.

401 Mark Twain Blvd, Orlando FL, 32828

Ages
6 wks – 5 yrs
Hours
6:30AM to 6:30PM
Licensed for
200 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 La Petite Academy #7498 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

  • Drop In
  • Food Served
  • Full Day
  • Half Day
  • Infant Care

The public record

License number
C09OR0310
License status
Licensed
License type
Child Care Facility
Licensed capacity
200 children
Address
401 Mark Twain Blvd, Orlando FL, 32828
County
Orange County
Website
Not listed
License issued
January 5, 1987
License expires
January 5, 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.

6 clean inspections · 2 with findings in the last 8

  1. FindingSep '23

    Sep 6, 2023

    32-07: The ground cover or other protective surface under the [play equipment] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D (Section 11.2, number 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments Counselor obse…

  2. CleanApr '24
  3. CleanSep '24
  4. CleanDec '24
  5. CleanMay '25
  6. CleanSep '25
  7. CleanDec '25
  8. FindingMay '26

    May 4, 2026

    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 Licensing Specialist observed facility walls on both playgrounds with … | 32-06: A resilient surface was not provided beneath and within the fall/use zone for [slides on all all grounds]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments Licensing Specialist obs…

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

  • Quality: Gold Seal accredited by the state
  • Programs: Offers Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK)
  • Affordability: Accepts School Readiness funding

Points to verify

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From Yelp

Recent parent reviews

The 3 most recent of 4 Yelp reviews. Scroll for the rest of them.

  • Yelp

    WARNING: DO NOT ENROLL YOUR CHILD HERE This was the worst daycare experience of my life. The director is rude, unprofessional, and lacks empathy --...

    Monique J.Aug 5, 2025
  • Yelp

    I have no idea how this place is still open. My daughter went here 3 years ago so maybe it's under new management (hopefully). She wud come home every other...

    Robin T.Feb 3, 2018
  • Yelp

    Worst day care ever! The place is dirty, has bugs, staff in the toddler room has the highest turn over rate. I had my child in the toddler room and my child...

    Valerie S.Sep 5, 2015

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Questions parents ask about La Petite Academy #7498

Is La Petite Academy #7498 a licensed child care provider in Florida?

Yes. La Petite Academy #7498 holds Florida DCF licence C09OR0310, currently listed as "Licensed" by the Department of Children and Families, first licensed on January 5, 1987. Confirm current standing with DCF before enrolling.

Does La Petite Academy #7498 offer free VPK?

Yes. La Petite Academy #7498 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 La Petite Academy #7498 a Gold Seal provider?

Yes. La Petite Academy #7498 holds Florida's Gold Seal Quality Care designation, which requires accreditation by a DCF-approved accrediting association in good standing.

Does La Petite Academy #7498 accept School Readiness subsidies?

Yes. The DCF record shows La Petite Academy #7498 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 La Petite Academy #7498 care for?

La Petite Academy #7498 is licensed for up to 200 children. Licensed capacity is a legal maximum, not current availability or enrollment.

Has La Petite Academy #7498 had any licensing violations?

Florida DCF has recorded 11 inspections at La Petite Academy #7498, 2 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.