Surfside Academy of Palm Beach Gardens
8788 N Military Trl, Palm Beach Gardens FL, 33410
- Ages6 wks – 5 yrs
- HoursContact for hours
- Capacity158 children
Overview
About Us
Surfside Academy of Palm Beach Gardens is a licensed child care center with a extra-large DCF-licensed capacity of 158 children in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida. DCF licensing records place the origination of this provider approximately 3 years ago.
Programs on record for this provider include Florida's free Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK), Florida School Readiness subsidies, and Gold Seal Quality Care designation. Use the licensing, inspection, and parent-review sections below to review the full record before contacting Surfside Academy of Palm Beach Gardens.
Florida DCF
Safety & Licensing
Florida DCF License
C15PB0387
Inspection History
6 clean inspections · 2 with findings in the last 8
- CleanJul '23
- CleanSep '23
- CleanJun '24
- CleanSep '24
- CleanAug '25
- CleanNov '25
FindingApr '26
Apr 15, 2026
16-01: The facility's storage of cots was unsanitary, in that [other children blankets left on top of mats while stacked.]. Comments At time of routine inspection, observed mats stacked with other blankets l… | 25-04: The outdoor play space was not adequately enclosed; fencing was missing, broken or not safely secure as evidenced by [broken/cracked panels]. Physical Facility [SR] Comments At time of routine inspect…
FindingApr '26
Apr 17, 2026
05-01: A staffing ratio of [6 chidren/1 adult] for the children age [1 & 2 year old] is the minimum required. There was/were [1 adult] staff for [7] children aged [1 & 2 year old, on Tuesday, April 14, 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.
What the record says
Provider highlights
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Signals of care
Strengths
- Quality: Gold Seal accredited by the state
- Programs: Offers Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK)
- Affordability: Accepts School Readiness funding
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