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Apple Tree Academy

6491 SE Parkwood Dr, Stuart FL, 34997

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Gold SealVPKSchool ReadinessCenter-basedAccredited · Accredited Professional Preschool Learning EnvironmentAfter SchoolBefore SchoolDrop InFood ServedFull DayHalf Day
  • Ages6 wks – 5 yrs
  • HoursContact for hours
  • Capacity170 children

Overview

About Us

Apple Tree Academy is a licensed child care center with a extra-large DCF-licensed capacity of 170 children in Stuart, Florida. The provider has held an active DCF license in Martin County for 9 years.

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 Apple Tree Academy.

Florida DCF

Safety & Licensing

Florida DCF License

C19MA0084

ExpiresMay 9, 2027

Inspection History

1 clean inspection · 3 with findings in the last 4

  1. FindingMar '23

    Mar 28, 2023

    29-16: Hand hygiene procedures, including situations or times, were not posted in food preparation, diapering, and toileting areas. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.1, D Comments Hand hygiene procedures was not po…

  2. FindingSep '24

    Sep 25, 2024

    04-01: Supervision of children in the [classroom] group was inadequate in that [supervision.]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 General Requirements [SR] Comments Child left alone for about 10 minutes Provided Tech…

  3. FindingApr '25

    Apr 10, 2025

    19-02: A minimum distance of 18'' was not maintained between each napping/sleeping space. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.2, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments Children we… | 28-02: Bottles and/or sippy cups brought from home were not labeled with childs first and last name. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.5, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR] Comments Pa…

  4. CleanApr '26

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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

Points to verify

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