Wee Kare Academy
LicensedWhat this score could check
Verified evidence places this provider between 58 and 81. 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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- Enforcement actions: not checked
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On record in Florida.
2901 N 12th Ave, Pensacola FL, 32503
- Ages
- 6 wks – 5 yrs
- Hours
- 6:30AM to 5:30PM
- Licensed for
- 130 children
- Subsidies
- Accepted
Hours
On the state licence record
6:30AM to 5:30PM
Monday through Friday
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 Wee Kare 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
- Food Served
- Full Day
- Infant Care
- Transportation
The public record
- License number
- C01ES0151
- License status
- Licensed
- License type
- Child Care Facility
- Licensed capacity
- 130 children
- Address
- 2901 N 12th Ave, Pensacola FL, 32503
- County
- Escambia County
- Phone
- +18504324990
- Website
- Not listed
- License issued
- September 10, 1990
- License expires
- August 31, 2026
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
- CleanDec '23
- CleanApr '24
- CleanAug '24
- CleanDec '24
- CleanApr '25
- CleanAug '25
- CleanDec '25
- CleanApr '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
- Quality: Gold Seal accredited by the state
- 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 4.0 average comes from 9 Google reviews. An average hides whether opinion is consistent or divided, so the spread is shown too.
- 5 star6
- 4 star1
- 3 star0
- 2 star0
- 1 star2
Questions parents ask about Wee Kare Academy
Is Wee Kare Academy a licensed child care provider in Florida?
- Yes. Wee Kare Academy holds Florida DCF licence C01ES0151, currently listed as "Licensed" by the Department of Children and Families, first licensed on September 10, 1990. Confirm current standing with DCF before enrolling.
Does Wee Kare Academy offer free VPK?
- Yes. Wee Kare 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 Wee Kare Academy a Gold Seal provider?
- Yes. Wee Kare Academy holds Florida's Gold Seal Quality Care designation, which requires accreditation by a DCF-approved accrediting association in good standing.
Does Wee Kare Academy accept School Readiness subsidies?
- Yes. The DCF record shows Wee Kare 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 Wee Kare Academy care for?
- Wee Kare Academy is licensed for up to 130 children. Licensed capacity is a legal maximum, not current availability or enrollment.
Has Wee Kare Academy had any licensing violations?
- Florida DCF has recorded 10 inspections at Wee Kare Academy, none of which cited a violation. Reports are published by the state and summarized as reported; a finding is a cited standard, not a judgment of overall quality.
