Greater Miracle Temple Apostolic Christian Academy
2200 Saint Marks St, Tallahassee, FL 32310
License:
C02LE0273
Type:
Child Care Facility
Status:
Licensed
Records checked:
July 13, 2026
Additional info
Programs and services:
School Readiness, VPK, After School, Before School, Food Served, Full Day, Infant Care
Hours:
Mon-Fri: 7:00AM to 5:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
Capacity:
84
License expiration:
March 2, 2027
Typical cost: $1,001 - $1,343 (Under 1)
Child’s age
$1,001 - $1,343/mo
Median daily rate: $46.19 - $62.00
Official Florida Division of Early Learning Leon County data.
Not this provider’s price.
Inspection snapshot
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Latest inspectionJune 5, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsJune 5, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 20 available inspections for Greater Miracle Temple Apostolic Christian Academy from February 7, 2023 through June 5, 2026.
11 inspections recorded violations, with 24 recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on February 17, 2026 and involved equipment or readiness, with a due date of March 17, 2026.
Background screening was a higher-concern topic that showed up in one inspection.
Two later inspections, from May 6, 2026 through June 5, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.
At a glance
Total inspections
20
5 in last 12 months
Recorded violations
24
3 in last 12 months
Higher-concern violations
7
0 in last 12 months
Repeated topics
5
Last 36 months
Local comparison
20 total inspections vs 6 local median in 32310
Compared to 16 local facilities
Recorded violations per inspection
This provider
1.2
Local median
0.28
1.2This provider
0.28Local median
Inspections with higher-concern violations
This provider
25%
Local median
7%
25%This provider
7%Local median
Inspections with recorded violations
This provider
55%
Local median
20%
55%This provider
20%Local median
Repeated topics
This provider
5
Local average
0.63
5This provider
0.63Local average
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Health or food records
Appeared across 5 inspections, with 7 recorded violations.
Open packages of perishable or leftover foods were not [ labeled with date]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
The facility had items in the refrigerator that were not labeled with the date. Corrected at the time of inspection the Items were labeled at the time of inspection.(D.) Opened packages of perishable or leftover food items must be properly covered or sealed in containers or bags, labeled with the date, and properly stored and discarded within seven calendar days.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
Official code
24-21
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
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The ground cover or other protective surface under the [swing] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
The protective surface under the swing needs to be raked and smooth out to meet the six-inch depth. The facility has 30 days to come into compliance.(D.) Permanent or stationary playground equipment must have a fall/use zone that extends a minimum of 6 feet in all directions from the perimeter of the equipment. All types of ground cover must be maintained to provide resilience and reduce the incidence of injuries to children in the event of falls.
Areas of the facility were found to be in need of cleaning. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A Physical Environment [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
3.1 General Health and Safety Requirements A. All child care facilities must be clean, in good repair, free from health and safety hazards and from evidence of, or presence of, vermin infestation. Indoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety and documented on a daily inspection log. Outdoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety. Any problems must be corrected before the play area is used by children. Documentation of the indoor play area inspection must be maintained for 12 months. The facility ceiling fans are dusty and needs to be cleaned.
Indoor and outdoor play areas were not inspected daily for basic health and safety and/or any problems were not corrected before the play area is used by children and/or daily inspection logs were not maintained for 12 months. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
3.1 General Health and Safety Requirements A. All child care facilities must be clean, in good repair, free from health and safety hazards and from evidence of, or presence of, vermin infestation. Indoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety and documented on a daily inspection log. Outdoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety. Any problems must be corrected before the play area is used by children. Documentation of the indoor play area inspection must be maintained for 12 months. The facility environmental logs have not been completed since 04/28/2025.
Correction status
Due by June 30, 2025
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
Official code
12-19
Medium concern: Health or food records
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Child care personnel working in the food preparation area did not wear proper head covering. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.1, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR]
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The staff members in the kitchen did not have on head covering or gloves while fixing the children meals.
Correction status
Due by June 30, 2025
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FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
Official code
24-13
Medium concern: Health or food records
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Meals and/or snacks supplied by the facility did not meet the daily nutritional needs of the children in care in that [the proper serving of the entre'e, vegetable and fruit was insufficient.]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
B. If a childcare facility provides food to children in care, it must provide nutritious meals and snacks of a quantity and quality to help meet the daily nutritional needs of the children. The USDA MyPlate is to be used to determine which food groups to serve at each meal or snack serving size and age appropriateness of the selected foods for children. Copies of the USDA MyPlate dieting guidelines, incorporated by reference in 65C 22.001 7 t, F.A.C. In addition, meals and snacks must contain at a minimum the meal and snack patterns shown for infants and children in the Child Care Food Program Meal Patterns which are incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001 7 r and s, F.A.C. I ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by June 30, 2025
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FOOD AND NUTRITION - 25 - Meals and Snacks
Official code
25-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
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The Student Health Examination or equivalent health statement was not acceptable in that: [ It was not current (over two years old)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
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Per CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 The child care facility is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed Student Health Examination form DH 3040, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(q), F.A.C. and may be obtained from the local county health department, the parent or legal guardian, or a signed statement by authorized professionals that indicate the results of the components of the Student Health Examination form are included in the health examination (page 60). There is a child in care with expired physical forms 01/20/2025. (See supplemental)
Correction status
Due by June 30, 2025
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RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
Official code
42-02
Low concern: Recordkeeping
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A signed statement from the custodial parent(s) or legal guardian(s) attesting that the facility had provided the department's Know Your Child Care Facility brochure was not on file for the child(ren). CCF Handbook, Section 7.3, C.1. (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
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C. There shall be signed statements from the custodial parents or legal guardian that the child care facility has provided them with the following information: 1. The Departments child care facility brochure, CF/PI 175-24, Know Your Child Care Facility, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(m), F.A.C. This brochure may be obtained from the Departments website at www.myflfamilies.com/childcare. Local licensing agencies may use an equivalent brochure approved by the Department. The facility did not have any documentation of the distracted driver brochure being sent out to the facility.
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]
Correction / follow-up note
During inspection I observed napping children Cots to not be in compliance with the handbook 18 inches apart. 3.6.2 Nap/Sleep Space C. A minimum of 18 inches must be maintained around individual napping and sleeping spaces. A maximum of two sides of a napping or sleeping space may be against a solid barrier, such as the wall. The solid side of a crib does not meet the requirements for a solid barrier Corrected at time of inspection children Cots were moved to a different area in clear sight of a childcare provider to me space requirements.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 19 - Nap/Sleep Space Requirements
Official code
19-02
Medium concern: Health or food records
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Open packages of perishable or leftover foods were not [ labeled with date]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
Food in refrigerator not labeled was removed and discarded. 3.9.2 Food Storage D. Opened packages of perishable or leftover food items must be properly covered or sealed in containers or bags, labeled with the date, and properly stored and discarded within seven calendar days. Corrected at time of inspection, food was removed and discarded in trash.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
Official code
24-21
Higher concern: Background screening
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Documentation of Level 2 Clearinghouse screening clearance was missing for child care personnel. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1,C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
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The cook who works 5 days a week from 7:45am -12:30pm was not background screened through the AHCA clearinghouse. 7.4.1 Background Screening Documents C. A copy of the eligible results, for the Level 2 screening, generated from the Clearinghouse must be on record for each personnel. If awaiting Out-of-State criminal history results, a copy of the DCF email informing of the individuals eligibility for a provisional hire status must be in the personnel file. I advised the director staff member will need to be background screen and cannot work until screening is completed.
Correction status
Due by February 11, 2025
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RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
A fire hazard, [Space heaters were being utilized in the classroom], was observed in the facility. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, B Physical Environment [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
B. It is the responsibility of the director/operator to ensure all areas and equipment of the facility are free from fire hazards, such as lint build up in heating and air vents, filters, exhaust fans, ceiling fans, and dryer vents. This includes grease build-up in ovens, stoves and food equipment. There were space heaters being utilized in classroom. Corrected at time of inspection, director removed the space heaters and removed from the classrooms. Technical assistance was given I explained to director why space heaters are to never be used in childcare facilities.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
Official code
12-12
Medium concern: Staff training
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The facility did not have documentation to show child care personnel had begun the introductory training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.1
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4.1 Beginning Training Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month must begin training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry and successfully complete Departments training within 12 months from the date training begins. Training taken prior to employment in the child care industry does not constitute begin training. The begin training timeframes begin at the time of employment in the child care industry. Training completion may not exceed 15 months from the date of employment in the child care industry in any licensed Florida child care facility. This may be accomplished by classroom attendance in a Department-approved train ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by February 17, 2025
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TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-03
Low concern: Recordkeeping
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The personnel/ volunteer (ten hours or more per month) record did not include a CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form signed annually. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, C Record Keeping [SR]
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C. CF-FSP Form 5337, Child Abuse & Neglect Reporting Requirements, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(l), F.A.C., must be signed on or before hire date and annually thereafter by all child care personnel. The volunteer did not have a complete staff file to include CAN. The director had the staff member to sign all necessary forms to include CAN, to complete the employee file.
Supervision of children in the [one-and- a-half-year-old age group] group was inadequate in that [the director/cook back was turned and could not supervise the children adequately]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 General Requirements [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
The facility director is serving also as the cook, there is not adequate supervision. I observed the director with back turned to the children while cooking, she would not be able to get to the children unless she walked around the kitchen counter. I assisted the director with serving lunch at the time. 2.4.1 General Supervision Requirements B. Child care personnel must be assigned to provide direct supervision to a specific group of children and be with that group of children at all times. Children must never be left without child care personnel supervision inside or outside the facility, in a vehicle, or at a field trip location.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
Official code
04-01
Medium concern: Facility condition
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There was evidence or the presence of rodent or vermin observed in the facility. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A Physical Environment [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
I did observe a baby roach in one of the drawers in the kitchen. (See Attached photos) 3.1 General Health and Safety Requirements A. All child care facilities must be clean, in good repair, free from health and safety hazards and from evidence of, or presence of, vermin infestation. Indoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety and documented on a daily inspection log. Outdoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety. Any problems must be corrected before the play area is used by children. Documentation of the indoor play area inspection must be maintained for 12 months. Corrected at time of inspection. Was sent in prior to upload ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
Official code
12-09
Medium concern: Health or food records
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Meals and/or snacks supplied by the facility did not meet the daily nutritional needs of the children in care in that [It is not the required daily serving]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, B Food and Nutrition [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
The serving sizes did not meet the USDA Myplate dieting guidelines, the serving spoon the cook was using was the size of a tablespoon for vegetables, one half of pot spoon for the mac and cheese and a small ice-cream scoop for the peaches. Children were able to receive more food when asked. (See attached picture) B. If a child care facility provides food to children in care, it must provide nutritious meals and snacks of a quantity and quality to help meet the daily nutritional needs of the children. The USDA MyPlate is to be used to determine which food groups to serve at each meal or snack serving size and age appropriateness of the selected foods for children. Copies of th ... [truncated]
Child care personnel, including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the required in-service training during the states fiscal year beginning July 1 and ending June 30. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.7 (Section 3.3, Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Training [SR]
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There is a staff member that did not complete the SR training. (See Supplemental)
The facility had an inadequate number of child care personnel appropriately trained in CPR to maintain coverage both on-site and on field trips. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4, B Health Requirements [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
B. By December 31, 2021, the facility shall maintain the following number of child care personnel with the CPR certification and first aid training that are on site at the facility at all times children are in care. For child care personnel to count to meet requirement in the below chart, they shall be child care personnel assigned to provide direct supervision of children in care: There are not enough staff members with CPR training. This facility is required to have three staff members to be certified in CPR.
Correction status
Due by July 5, 2024
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 36 - CPR Requirements
Official code
36-03
Higher concern: Supervision
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The facility did not have an adequate number of child care personnel appropriately trained in first aid to maintain coverage both on- site and on field trips. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4, B Health Requirements [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
B. By December 31, 2021, the facility shall maintain the following number of child care personnel with the CPR certification and first aid training that are on site at the facility at all times children are in care. For child care personnel to count to meet requirement in the below chart, they shall be child care personnel assigned to provide direct supervision of children in care: There are not enough staff members with First Aid training. This facility requires three staff members to be certified in First Aid.
Correction status
Due by July 5, 2024
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 37 - First Aid Requirements
Official code
37-02
Medium concern: Health or food records
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The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 Record Keeping [SR]
Report comments
There is a child with expired Immunization records. (See Supplemental)
Documentation of in-service training was not recorded on CF-FSP Form 5268, Child Care In-service Training Record. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.7, B [SR]
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B. Documentation of the in-service training requirement must be recorded on CF-FSP Form 5268, Child Care In-Service Training Record, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(i), F.A.C., and included in the child care facilitys personnel records. CF-FSP Form 5268 may be obtained from the Departments website at www.myflfamilies.com/childcare. A new in-service training record is required each fiscal year. The in-service training records for the previous two fiscal years must also be maintained at the child care facility for review by the licensing authority. Training hours were not documented on form 5268.
Child care personnel failed to ensure arrival and departure times were complete and accurate at the time of arrival or departure. CCF Handbook, Section 7.5, B
Correction / follow-up note
The 3 year old classroom and the 4 to school age classroom did not have and current daily attendance for 6/14/23. Corrective action: The teachers checked in each child on the attendance record. ENFORCEMENT
Suggested questions for parents based on recorded violations in inspection reports. If there are not enough source-backed violations, you will see general questions for daycare.
Finding-specific
Could you describe how the center ensures that staff members are always fully focused on supervising the children, especially when they are also managing other responsibilities like meal preparation?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records show an official inspection report identified a concern where a staff member's attention was divided between kitchen duties and child supervision. This question helps parents understand how the center currently manages staff roles to ensure constant, direct supervision.
Context
Corrected at the time of the October 2024 inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your current process for ensuring that all required staff members are up-to-date on their CPR and first aid certifications?
Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report noted that the facility previously had an inadequate number of staff trained in CPR and first aid. This question helps parents understand how the center maintains these training requirements for all staff members on-site.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How does the center maintain its food storage and labeling practices to ensure everything is fresh and properly tracked?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records show that there have been instances where food items were not properly labeled with a date. This question helps parents understand the current daily routines for food safety and storage.
Context
Corrected at the time of the February 2026 inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
Could you walk me through the daily safety checks you perform on the playground equipment to ensure everything is ready for the children?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records indicate that maintenance of protective surfaces under playground equipment has been a focus area in recent inspections. This question helps parents understand the center's commitment to ongoing facility upkeep.
Related violations
General question
How do you communicate with families about any changes to the daily schedule or updates to the center's policies?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Clear communication helps parents stay informed about the center's daily operations and any adjustments to routines. Understanding how the provider shares information ensures that families feel connected and well-informed.