Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.67
- Local median
- 0.56
Ponder's Christian Academy LLC
623 NE 27th Ave, Ocala, FL 34470
- License:
- C05MA0241
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 14, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, VPK, After School, Drop In, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:00AM to 5:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 67
- License expiration:
- July 11, 2027
Typical cost: $997 - $1,083 (Under 1)
Child’s age
$997 - $1,083/mo
Median daily rate: $46.00 - $50.00
Official Florida Division of Early Learning Marion County data.
Not this provider’s price.
Inspection snapshot
Recent higher-concern violation
At least one higher-concern violation appears in the last 12 months.
Next: Read reports, examine repeated topics below, look at the broader history, and ask what changed afterward.
Latest inspectionJune 8, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsJune 8, 2026
Summary
This summary covers nine available inspections for Ponder's Christian Academy LLC from June 13, 2024 through June 8, 2026.
Three inspections recorded violations, with six recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on May 27, 2026 and involved equipment or readiness, with a due date of June 15, 2026.
Attendance accountability was a higher-concern topic that showed up in one inspection.
A later inspection showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether it was a formal follow-up.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 9
- Recorded violations
- 6
- Higher-concern violations
- 2
- Repeated topics
- 0
5 in last 12 months
5 in last 12 months
2 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
9 total inspections vs 10.5 local median in 34470
Compared to 16 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 11%
- Local median
- 11%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 33%
- Local median
- 31%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 0
- Local average
- 1
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
No repeated topics found
The available reports do not show the same violation topic appearing in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. Review the inspection history below for any one-time violations or report details.
Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The fence in the outdoor play area had a build-up (e.g., leaves, soil) at the base on the play area side, causing the fence to be less than the minimum 4 feet in height. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, F (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Counselor observed that fencing is less than 4 ft. Counselor measured fencing, fencing measured 3 ft, 9 inches. F. The outdoor play area must have adequate fencing or walls a minimum of 4 feet in height. Fencing, including gates, must be continuous and must not have gaps or opening larger than 3 inches that would allow children to exit the outdoor play area.
- Correction status
- Due by June 15, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-08
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Counselor observed rotten post near the patio / Shade on the outside of the playground. Photo taken
- Correction status
- Due by February 13, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- 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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- Staff listed on supplement Child Abuse and Neglect had expired. Updated at time of inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-04
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- The Child Care Attestation of Good Moral Character was not completed at the time of initial screening or upon change in employers. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- Staff listed on supplement did not have the correct Attestation of Good Moral Character on file. Employees updated at time of inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-06
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- There were no daily attendance records or they were unavailable for review by the licensing authority. CCF Handbook, Section 7, B.4 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- Three-year-old class did not have an attendance for today 1/27/2026. Completed at time of inspection VPK class did not have an attendance for today 1/27/2026. Completed at time of inspection ENFORCEMENT
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 46 - Daily Attendance
- Official code
- 46-01
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- Fire drills conducted during the licensure year did not include the following [a drill for September 2024]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.4, C (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- Counselor conducted a drill on today, putting facility back in compliance. Counselor advised the Director another drill will need to be conducted this month (October 2024). Last drill was conducted on 8/23/2024, 3 staff, 12 children, 42 seconds to clear building. Fire Drill using alternate route was conducted on today 10/1/2024. Fire Drill during naptime is required during this licensure year. Fire Drill with Counselor present was conducted on today 10/1/2024. Emergency drill for lockdown is required during this licensure year. Emergency drill for storm/tornado is required during this licensure year.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-07
No recorded violations in this report
Questions to ask
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 tell me about the current process for maintaining daily attendance records for each classroom?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an inspection in January 2026 show that attendance records were unavailable for review at that time. This question helps clarify how the center ensures accurate tracking of children throughout the day.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps does the center take to ensure all staff background screening documentation is kept up to date?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from January 2026 noted that certain staff screening forms were not completed as required. Asking about this process helps families understand how the center manages personnel compliance.
- Context
- The records indicate this was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How does the facility monitor the outdoor play area to ensure the fencing remains at the required height and in good condition?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records from May 2026 show that debris build-up at the base of the fence reduced its effective height. This question helps parents understand the routine maintenance schedule for outdoor safety features.
- Context
- A later inspection on June 8, 2026, found no violations.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your process for identifying and repairing facility equipment or structural items that may show signs of wear?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an inspection in January 2026 identified an area of the facility that was not in good repair. This question allows the director to explain how they proactively manage facility upkeep.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you communicate with parents about the types of emergency drills the children participate in throughout the year?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An inspection report from October 2024 noted that a required fire drill had been missed for the previous month. This question helps parents understand how the center tracks and completes its emergency preparedness schedule.
- Context
- The drill was completed at the time of the inspection.
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