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THE ACADEMY AT ANTHONY

9355 NE Jacksonville Rd, Anthony, FL 32617

License:
C05MA0245
Type:
Child Care Facility
Status:
Licensed
Records checked:
July 14, 2026
Additional info
Programs and services:
School Readiness, VPK, After School, Before School, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care, Transportation
Hours:
Mon-Fri: 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
Capacity:
60
License expiration:
September 4, 2026
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 inspectionApril 28, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsApril 28, 2026

Summary

This summary covers 14 available inspections for THE ACADEMY AT ANTHONY from August 26, 2024 through April 28, 2026.

Six inspections recorded violations, with 11 recorded violations in total.

The most recent recorded violation was on March 24, 2026 and involved equipment or readiness, with a due date of April 13, 2026.

Transportation 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
14

8 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
11

6 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
2

1 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
2

Last 36 months

Local comparison

14 total inspections vs 10 local median in Marion County

Compared to 105 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
0.79
Local median
0.67

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
14%
Local median
13%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
43%
Local median
33%

Repeated topics

This provider
2
Local average
1.26

Repeated topics

Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.

Inspection history

Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.

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Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The play equipment was not maintained in a safe or sanitary condition for the children to use in that [chipped paint on stationary car]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B and F (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
Inspector notes
Counselor observed that the blue stationary car has chipped paint. TA was given to provider to maintain outdoor play equipment free from chipped paint.
Correction status
Due by April 13, 2026
More details
Report section
SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
Official code
32-03
View official report
Higher concern: Transportation
Report finding
The facility's transportation log did not include [driver signatures, 2nd driver signature]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.2 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
Counselor observed that forms did not have both signatures on logs starting from August 2025 to 12/3/2025 Counselor advised the Person In Charge to forward transportation logs from 12/4/2025 to 12/31/2025 to Counselor to put facility back in compliance 7 Record Keeping Each of the records described in this section must be maintained at the program location and must be available during the hours of operation for review by the licensing authority: A. A copy of all background screening clearance documents for the director and owner must be provided to the Department to be included in the Departments official licensing file. B. The following is a list of documentation that is req ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by December 31, 2025
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 05 - Transportation
Official code
05-04
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
The facility does not have documentation for all child care personnel on required annual refresher education of the facilitys exposure plan. CCF Handbook, Section 6 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
Report comments
Employee listed on supplement did not complete the annual refresher training of the Exposure to Blood. Technical assistance provided to Director to ensure that the facility has a written exposure plan regarding safety precautions for exposure to blood and potentially infectious fluids; and that the facility has documentation for all childcare personnel on required annual refresher education of the facilitys exposure plan.
Correction status
Due by December 31, 2025
More details
Report section
HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 35 - Communicable Disease Control
Official code
35-12
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
Report comments
Child listed on the supplement immunization expired 11/12/2025
Correction status
Due by December 31, 2025
More details
Report section
RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
Official code
41-02
Medium concern: Incident records
Report finding
Documentation of an accident or incident was insufficient in that it did not include the [dates, signatures]. CCF Handbook, Section 6.4, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
Report comments
Children listed on supplement incident reports (34) are not dated or have signatures. Not Monitored Comments No children on medication at the time of inspection.
Correction status
Due by August 11, 2025
More details
Report section
HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 39 - Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation
Official code
39-05
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
Report comments
Child listed on supplement immunization expired 4/30/2025.
Correction status
Due by August 11, 2025
More details
Report section
RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
Official code
41-02
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The play equipment was not maintained in a safe or sanitary condition for the children to use in that [peeling paint]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B and F Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
Report comments
On blue stationary vehicle, yellow paint peeling off of steering wheel. (Photo was taken)
Correction status
Due by April 21, 2025
More details
Report section
SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
Official code
32-03
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
Child(ren) did not have a Student Health Examination/DH (Form 3040), or an equivalent health statement on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2, C Record Keeping [SR]
Report comments
Two children listed on the supplement are missing their physical.
Correction status
Due by April 21, 2025
More details
Report section
RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
Official code
42-01
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Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
Report finding
A ratio of [3] child care personnel for [13 (6/1's, 7/2's)] children is required. A ratio of [2] child care personnel for [13 (6/1's, 7/2's)] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. General Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
2:13 (Six 1 year olds and Seven 2 year olds) 1:14 VPK Facility came back into ratio during inspection. 1:6 (6/1's) 1:7 (7/2's)
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Ratio Sufficient
Official code
03-01
View official report
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
The director responsible for the daily operation of the program did not have an active Director Credential. CCF Handbook, Section 4.7
Report comments
Facility does not have a credential Director on site at this time. Waiting for documents to be processed through training department.
Correction status
Due by December 31, 2024
More details
Report section
TRAINING - 34 - Credentialed Staff
Official code
34-04
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
Report comments
Children listed on supplement immunizations expired.
Correction status
Due by December 31, 2024
More details
Report section
RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
Official code
41-02

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 explain the current process for ensuring transportation logs are fully completed and signed by all required staff?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from an inspection in December 2025 show that transportation logs were missing required signatures. This question helps clarify how the center now manages these records to ensure they are complete.
Related violations
Finding-specific

How does the center maintain consistent staffing levels to ensure that supervision ratios are always met throughout the day?

Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from February 2025 noted a time when staffing ratios were not fully met. Asking this helps parents understand the current procedures for maintaining appropriate supervision at all times.
Related violations
Finding-specific

What is your process for checking and maintaining outdoor play equipment to ensure it remains in good condition for the children?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records from 2025 and 2026 indicate repeated instances where outdoor equipment maintenance was noted. This question allows the provider to explain their current routine for equipment upkeep.
Related violations
Finding-specific

How do you track student health and immunization records to ensure they stay current and complete?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records show multiple instances across several inspections where student health or immunization documentation was found to be expired or missing. This question helps parents understand how the center manages these important files.
Related violations
General question

What is the center's approach to staff training and professional development to ensure all teachers are up to date on safety protocols?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Asking about staff training helps parents understand the center's commitment to ongoing education and preparedness. This is a helpful way to gauge how the facility supports its team in maintaining high standards of care.