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Lealman YMCA Preschool Academy

Licensed
11Elevated Risk

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Verified evidence places this provider between 11 and 27. The badge shows the floor: the score the public record can defend.

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3 findings on file carry no severity classification and were scored at the moderate middle weight.

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4.8(17)Yelp(0)Claimed on Google
VPKSchool Readiness
Center-based

On record in Florida.

5175 45th St N, St Petersburg FL, 33714

Ages
6 wks – 5 yrs
Hours
7:00AM to 6:00PM
Licensed for
131 children
Subsidies
Accepted

Hours

On the state licence record

7:00AM to 6:00PM

Monday through Friday

Listed on Google

Mon
6:30 AM–6 PM
Tue
6:30 AM–6 PM
Wed
6:30 AM–6 PM
Thu
6:30 AM–6 PM
Fri
6:30 AM–6 PM
Sat
Closed
Sun
Closed

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 Lealman YMCA Preschool 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

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

The public record

License number
C06PI0406
License status
Licensed
License type
Child Care Facility
Licensed capacity
131 children
Address
5175 45th St N, St Petersburg FL, 33714
County
Pinellas County
Website
Not listed
License issued
January 14, 2019
License expires
February 25, 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.

0 clean inspections · 8 with findings in the last 8

  1. FindingSep '24

    Sep 11, 2024

    16-05: See Childrens Records Summary for [4] records with incomplete Emergency Medical Release forms. Comments Obtain the missing information for the children noted on the Children's Records Summary. Complia…

  2. FindingSep '24

    Sep 11, 2024

    80-09: Breastmilk or formula was fed to the wrong child. Comments A written plan was received from the Director during the investigation. The plan is to have a photo of each child in the classroom to verify …

  3. FindingDec '24

    Dec 9, 2024

    11-06: See the Personnel Records Summary [15] Child Care personnel with an expired Acknowledgement Form. (Section 19.4, number 3) Comments Complete the forms for the staff noted on the Personnel Records Summ… | 21-01: Child care personnel failed to share the accident or incident report with the custodial parent/legal guardian or individual authorized to pick up the child on the date that the incident occurred. (Sec… | 79-16: The childrens center refrigerator/freezer does not have an appropriate thermometer. Comments Two of the classroom refrigerators were missing thermometer. Obtained thermometer. 80. Formula (Form OEL-SR…

  4. FindingApr '25

    Apr 11, 2025

    17-01: Staff did not record complete and accurate attendance records to included childs first and last name time in and out and date. [a 3's classroom had 8 children present and 3 were not marked in on the a… | 72-03: Diaper changing occurred on a surface that was not impermeable. Comments A diapering pad was observed with a rip. During the inspection the pad was removed and the nonpermeable surface underneath will… | 80-01: Bottles and/or sippy cups brought from home were not labeled with childs first and last name. Comments The center will provider prelabeled stickers to have on hand when the items arrive without comple…

  5. FindingSep '25

    Sep 19, 2025

    12-05: See the Personnel Records Summary for [2] Child Care personnel who have documentation to show a completion date of the 40- clock hour training requirement but not within 15 months of employment within… | 16-06: See Childrens Records Summary for [2] records with missing Student Health Examination Forms. Comments Submit current physical for the child listed on the Children's Record Summary Due Date 9/26/2025 | 16-11: See Childrens Records Summary for [1] records with the Florida Certificate of Immunization that was not acceptable in that the form was not current (expired) an applicable part of the record was not c… | 55-07: The childrens center does not have documentation of all child care personnel on required annual refresher education of the childrens center exposure plan. Comments Completed at visit SAFETY, HEALTH AN… | 56-01: The childrens center did not have proof of a current

  6. FindingOct '25

    Oct 23, 2025

    09-01: A method of discipline was used at the childrens center that was severe humiliating or frightening in that [A staff threw an hour glass timer at a child and hurt her. ]. Comments A staff became frustr…

  7. FindingJan '26

    Jan 8, 2026

    27-01: The childrens center did not have a current and approved fire safety inspection by the local fire authority. (Section 14.2, number 1) Comments The current fire inspection expired 12/16/25. Send a curr…

  8. FindingMay '26

    May 13, 2026

    11-05: See the Personnel Records Summary for [1] Child Care personnel who did not have a completely signed Acknowledgement Form. Comments Completed at visit. Page 1 of 6 | 11-07: See the Personnel Records Summary for [1] Child Care personnel where documentation of Level II Clearinghouse screening clearance was missing for child care personnel. Comments Completed at visit 12. E… | 12-19: The childrens center did not have documented proof that all child care personnel were trained and knowledgeable within 30 day of employment in Fire Extinguisher Training. Comments Completed at visit. … | 17-01: Staff did not record complete and accurate attendance records to included childs first and last name time in and out and date. [Licensing specialist observed 7 children and 6 were marked in on the ros… | 55-07: The childrens center does not have documentation of all child care personnel on required

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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

  • 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 17 Google reviews. An average hides whether opinion is consistent or divided, so the spread is shown too.

  • 5 star16
  • 4 star0
  • 3 star0
  • 2 star0
  • 1 star1

Questions parents ask about Lealman YMCA Preschool Academy

Is Lealman YMCA Preschool Academy a licensed child care provider in Florida?

Yes. Lealman YMCA Preschool Academy holds Florida DCF licence C06PI0406, currently listed as "Licensed" by the Department of Children and Families, first licensed on January 14, 2019. Confirm current standing with DCF before enrolling.

Does Lealman YMCA Preschool Academy offer free VPK?

Yes. Lealman YMCA Preschool 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.

Does Lealman YMCA Preschool Academy accept School Readiness subsidies?

Yes. The DCF record shows Lealman YMCA Preschool 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.

What are Lealman YMCA Preschool Academy's hours?

Weekday hours listed on its Google business profile are 6:30 AM–6 PM. Listings change, so call ahead to confirm.

How many children can Lealman YMCA Preschool Academy care for?

Lealman YMCA Preschool Academy is licensed for up to 131 children. Licensed capacity is a legal maximum, not current availability or enrollment.

Has Lealman YMCA Preschool Academy had any licensing violations?

Florida DCF has recorded 21 inspections at Lealman YMCA Preschool Academy, 12 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.