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I AM Prep Academy

Licensed
12Elevated Risk

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

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4.6(32)Yelp(0)Claimed on Google
VPKSchool Readiness
Center-based

On record in Florida.

1150 Capital Cir SE, Tallahassee FL, 32301

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

Hours

On the state licence record

7:00AM to 6:00PM

Monday through Friday

Listed on Google

Mon
7 AM–6 PM
Tue
7 AM–6 PM
Wed
7 AM–6 PM
Thu
7 AM–6 PM
Fri
7 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 I AM Prep 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
  • Drop In
  • Food Served
  • Full Day
  • Infant Care

The public record

License number
C02LE0237
License status
Licensed
License type
Child Care Facility
Licensed capacity
164 children
Address
1150 Capital Cir SE, Tallahassee FL, 32301
County
Leon County
Website
Not listed
License issued
June 23, 1998
License expires
June 22, 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. FindingMar '24

    Mar 8, 2024

    39-03: Child care personnel failed to document an accident or incident on the day that it occurred. CCF Handbook, Section 6.4, A Health Requirements [SR] Comments Incident report was not completed on the day… | 45-07: Background screening was not completed: [ after a 90-day break in service.] CCF Handbook, Section 5.2 Record Keeping [SR] Comments Provider did a resubmission and was awaiting results for more than 3 …

  2. FindingApr '24

    Apr 11, 2024

    {"kind":"clean","note":"No violation language detected in report."}

  3. FindingMay '24

    May 16, 2024

    33-13: Program personnel did not complete training requirements prior to unsupervised contact with or care of children, or if supervised, within 90 days of beginning employment or service with the program. (…

  4. FindingJan '25

    Jan 31, 2025

    11-03: Child care personnel did not comply with the facility's written disciplinary and expulsion policies. CCF Handbook, Section 2.8, B General Requirements [SR] Comments Licensing Specialist reviewed facil…

  5. FindingJul '25

    Jul 14, 2025

    04-02: One or more children were not adequately supervised in that [a 2 year old child was left unsupervised on playground for over an hour.], which posed an imminent threat to a child, and could or did resu… | 46-02: Attendance records did not include the time of each childs arrival and departure. CCF Handbook, Section 7.5 Record Keeping [SR] Comments Licensing Specialist monitored attendance records managed by cl… | 47-02: The owner, operator, employee or substitute, while caring for children, committed an act or omission that meets the definition of child abuse or neglect provided in Chapter 39, Florida Statutes or Cha…

  6. FindingSep '25

    Sep 9, 2025

    33-09: The facility did not have documented proof that all child care personnel were trained and knowledgeable within 30 days of date of hire in [ safe sleep practices and shaken baby syndrome]. CCF Handbook…

  7. FindingJun '26

    Jun 2, 2026

    33-01: Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the 40 hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement. CCF Handbook Section 4.2.1 (Section 2.1 Health … | 33-13: Child care personnel did not complete preservice training requirements prior to unsupervised contact with or care of children or, if supervised, within 90 days of beginning employment or service with …

  8. FindingJun '26

    Jun 22, 2026

    04-05: Child care personnel were not within sight and hearing of all the children during nap time. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4.2 General Requirements [SR] Comments LS observed Childcare personnel were not with…

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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

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Not enough signal recorded yet.

How the reviews split

The 4.6 average comes from 32 Google reviews. An average hides whether opinion is consistent or divided, so the spread is shown too.

  • 5 star29
  • 4 star0
  • 3 star0
  • 2 star0
  • 1 star3

Questions parents ask about I AM Prep Academy

Is I AM Prep Academy a licensed child care provider in Florida?

Yes. I AM Prep Academy holds Florida DCF licence C02LE0237, currently listed as "Licensed" by the Department of Children and Families, first licensed on June 23, 1998. Confirm current standing with DCF before enrolling.

Does I AM Prep Academy offer free VPK?

Yes. I AM Prep 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 I AM Prep Academy accept School Readiness subsidies?

Yes. The DCF record shows I AM Prep 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 I AM Prep Academy's hours?

Weekday hours listed on its Google business profile are 7 AM–6 PM. Listings change, so call ahead to confirm.

How many children can I AM Prep Academy care for?

I AM Prep Academy is licensed for up to 164 children. Licensed capacity is a legal maximum, not current availability or enrollment.

Has I AM Prep Academy had any licensing violations?

Florida DCF has recorded 21 inspections at I AM Prep Academy, 11 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.