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Gulf Coast Christian Academy

2800 Pan American Blvd, North Port, FL 34287

License:
C12SA0179
Type:
Child Care Facility
Status:
Licensed
Records checked:
July 14, 2026
Additional info
Programs and services:
School Readiness, After School, Before School, Drop In, Full Day, Half Day
Hours:
Mon-Fri: 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
Capacity:
93
License expiration:
December 31, 2026
Typical cost: $1,083 - $1,170 (Under 1)
Child’s age

$1,083 - $1,170/mo

Median daily rate: $50.00 - $54.00

Official Florida Division of Early Learning Sarasota County data.

Not this provider’s price.

Inspection snapshot

Questions worth asking

The available records raise questions worth asking before enrolling.

Next: Review the inspection history below and ask the provider what the records mean and what changed afterward.

Latest inspectionMay 26, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMay 26, 2026

Summary

This summary covers 10 available inspections for Gulf Coast Christian Academy from September 21, 2023 through May 26, 2026.

Four inspections recorded violations, with 13 recorded violations in total.

The most recent recorded violation was on May 19, 2025 and involved facility condition, with a due date of June 2, 2025.

Sleep safety was a higher-concern topic that showed up in one inspection.

Three later inspections, from June 2, 2025 through May 26, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.

At a glance

Total inspections
10

2 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
13

0 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
1

0 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
3

Last 36 months

Local comparison

10 total inspections vs 7 local median in 34287

Compared to 8 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
1.3
Local median
0.38

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
10%
Local median
0%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
40%
Local median
38%

Repeated topics

This provider
3
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.

Inspection history

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

View official report
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
The classroom assigned to the [four year old VPK] age group did not have a sink for hand washing with running water.
Report comments
There was not a handwashing sink available in the four year old VPK classroom.
Correction status
Due by June 2, 2025
More details
Report section
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 35 - Health and Sanitation rule 65C-22.002(10), F.A.C. 62-133(a)(12), 62-135(a) rule 65C-22.002(10), F.A.C. 62-133(a)(12), 62-135 (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 12 Health and Sanitation, Page 28)
Official code
35-19
View official report
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
Staff failed to inspect the playground before allowing children on the playground.
Report comments
Daily playground inspection performed but current documentation was not at facility at time of inspection.
Correction status
Due by October 2, 2024
More details
Report section
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 21 - Outdoor Play Area rule 65C-22.002(4), F.A.C, 62-133(c)(1)(4) &(6) rule 65C-22.002(4), F.A.C, 62-133(c)(1)(4) &(6) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10.7 Outdoor Play Area, Pages
Official code
21-06
Higher concern: Sleep safety
Report finding
The nap/sleep space was under furniture or against furniture that created a hazard. (Section 10.4, number 4) Physical Environment [SR]
Report comments
Two childrens cots were placed against shelving with items on top. Provider was advised to either move cots away from shelves or clear the shelves.
Correction status
Due by October 2, 2024
More details
Report section
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 25 - Nap/Sleep Space Requirements rule 65C-22.002(5), F.A.C. rule 65C-22.002(5), F.A.C. (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10.4 Nap and Sleep Space(s)/Safe Sleep Practices, Page 24)
Official code
25-02
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
The Student Health Examination/DH Form 3040 was no longer current (over two years since last examination) for the child(ren). (Section 19.2, number 1) Record Keeping [SR]
Report comments
One student had out of date physical.
Correction status
Due by October 2, 2024
More details
Report section
RECORD KEEPING - 57 - Children's Health/Immunization and Records ss.
Official code
57-03
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
A current DH Form 680, Florida Certification of Immunization, was missing for the child(ren). (Section 19.2, number 2) Record Keeping [SR]
Report comments
One student did not have a 680 immunization form.
Correction status
Due by October 2, 2024
More details
Report section
RECORD KEEPING - 57 - Children's Health/Immunization and Records ss.
Official code
57-05
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
The immunization record was incomplete for the child(ren). The record did not document signature of a physician, dates immunizations were administered, or the expiration date. (Section 19.2, number 2) Record Keeping [SR]
Report comments
One student had out of date immunization form.
Correction status
Due by October 2, 2024
More details
Report section
RECORD KEEPING - 57 - Children's Health/Immunization and Records ss.
Official code
57-07
View official report
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
An area of the facility was observed to be a serious safety hazard to children in care. (Section 10, numbers 1 11) Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
Laundry room/storage closet door was unlocked. Provider informed inspector that the lock on the door was broken and in the process of being replaced. Inspector suggested putting a child safety lock to block the door handle.
Correction status
Due by May 16, 2024
More details
Report section
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 14 - Facility Environment rule 65C-22.002(1), 65C-22.002(7) - (9), F.A.C. , 62-133(c)(4) rule 65C-22.002(1), 65C-22.002(7) - (9), F.A.C. , (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10 Physical Environment, Pages 22-23)
Official code
14-05
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
Staff failed to inspect the playground before allowing children on the playground.
Report comments
Playground inspections conducted but not recorded.
Correction status
Due by May 16, 2024
More details
Report section
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 21 - Outdoor Play Area rule 65C-22.002(4), F.A.C, 62-133(c)(1)(4) &(6) rule 65C-22.002(4), F.A.C, 62-133(c)(1)(4) &(6) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10.7 Outdoor Play Area, Pages
Official code
21-06
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
A written record of fire drills was not completed and/or did not include one drill during napping/sleeping times, one drill using alternate evacuation routes, or one in the presence of the licensing authority. (Section 14.3, number 2) Physical Environment [SR]
Report comments
Last recorded fire drill was documented in January 2024.
Correction status
Due by May 16, 2024
More details
Report section
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 33 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness rule 65C-22.002(7) F.A.C. rule 65C-22.002(7) F.A.C. (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 14 Fire Safety and Emergency Preparedness and Response, Page 32-34)
Official code
33-02
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
There was no documentation, maintained for one year, that routine inspections were conducted at least every other month of all supports, above and below the ground, all connectors, and moving parts.
Report comments
Environmental Safety checklist not maintained.
Correction status
Due by May 16, 2024
More details
Report section
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 40 - Outdoor Equipment rule 65C-22.002(11), F.A.C. 62-133(c)(2) rule 65C-22.002(11), F.A.C. 62-133(c)(2) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 11, Equipment and Furnishings, Pages 26-27)
Official code
40-03
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
The parents of children enrolled were not provided information detailing the causes, symptoms, and transmission of the influenza virus. (Section 19.2, number 9) Record Keeping [SR]
Report comments
The dates written for the parent acknowledgement of receiving the brochures does not align with the dates described in the statutes.
Correction status
Due by May 16, 2024
More details
Report section
RECORD KEEPING - 57 - Children's Health/Immunization and Records ss.
Official code
57-09
View official report
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
An area of the facility was observed to be a serious safety hazard to children in care. (Section 10, numbers 1 11) Physical Environment [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
Teachers purse in unlocked cabinet at children reach. Corrected Teachers drinking cup at children reach. corrected
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 14 - Facility Environment rule 65C-22.002(1), 65C-22.002(7) - (9), F.A.C. , 62-133(c)(4) rule 65C-22.002(1), 65C-22.002(7) - (9), F.A.C. , (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10 Physical Environment, Pages 22-23)
Official code
14-05
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
Staff failed to inspect the playground before allowing children on the playground.
Report comments
Daily playground inspection not documente.
Correction status
Due by September 29, 2023
More details
Report section
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 21 - Outdoor Play Area rule 65C-22.002(4), F.A.C, 62-133(c)(1)(4) &(6) rule 65C-22.002(4), F.A.C, 62-133(c)(1)(4) &(6) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10.7 Outdoor Play Area, Pages
Official code
21-06

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 describe the current process for ensuring that nap time sleeping spaces remain clear of potential hazards?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from an inspection in 2024 noted that some cots were placed against furniture that created a hazard. Asking about the current process helps parents understand how the center maintains a clear and safe sleep environment for children.
Related violations
Finding-specific

What steps are currently in place to ensure that handwashing facilities are always accessible in every classroom?

Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from 2025 noted a lack of a handwashing sink in a classroom. This question allows the director to explain how they currently ensure proper sanitation access for children and staff.
Related violations
Finding-specific

How does your team document daily playground safety checks to ensure the area is ready for children?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records show that playground safety documentation has been a repeated topic across multiple reports. Asking about the current procedure helps parents understand how the center ensures consistent safety checks are performed and recorded.
Related violations
Finding-specific

What is your process for keeping track of student health records, such as physicals and immunization forms, to ensure they remain current?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records show that maintaining complete and current health documentation has been a recurring area of focus in past inspections. This question helps parents understand how the center manages these important records for all enrolled children.
Related violations
General question

How do you communicate with families about the daily routines and safety practices you have in place for the children?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Open communication helps families feel confident in the daily care their children receive. Understanding how the center shares information about routines and safety can provide peace of mind during the enrollment process.