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Acreage Montessori Academy

5700 140th Ave N, Royal Palm Beach, FL 33411

License:
C15PB0384
Type:
Child Care Facility
Status:
Licensed
Records checked:
July 11, 2026
Additional info
Programs and services:
Gold Seal, School Readiness, VPK, After School, Before School, Drop In, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care, Transportation
Hours:
Mon-Fri: 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
Capacity:
125
License expiration:
December 31, 2026

Typical cost: Not available for Palm Beach County.

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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 inspectionMay 11, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMay 11, 2026

Summary

This summary covers 16 available inspections for Acreage Montessori Academy from January 5, 2023 through May 11, 2026.

Eight inspections recorded violations, with 24 recorded violations in total.

The most recent recorded violation was on April 21, 2026 and involved administrative posting, with a due date of May 8, 2026.

Hazardous access was a higher-concern topic that showed up in three inspections.

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
16

6 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
24

10 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
8

1 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
4

Last 36 months

Local comparison

16 total inspections vs 8 local median in 33411

Compared to 31 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
1.5
Local median
1.33

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
25%
Local median
27%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
50%
Local median
43%

Repeated topics

This provider
4
Local average
2.97

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
Low concern: Administrative posting
Report finding
The wall in the [toddler] room was not in good repair as evidenced by [peeling paint]. Physical Facility [SR]
Inspector notes
Observed peeling paint on the wall next to diaper changing table in the toddler classroom.
Correction status
Due by May 8, 2026
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 15 - Floor, Walls, and Ceiling Good Repair (Article X.A)
Official code
15-02
Low concern: Administrative posting
Report finding
Peeling paint was observed on the surface of the [Balancing beam/ Steps / climbing equipment on beige playground.] in the outdoor area.
Inspector notes
Observed peeling paint on the steps/ climbing equipment on beige playground for 4 and up children. Also observed peeling paint on the balancing beam. Please be advised to eliminate the peeling paint.
Correction status
Due by May 8, 2026
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 31 - Play Equipment (Article X.A, and H)
Official code
31-13
View official report
Low concern: Administrative posting
Report finding
The wall in the [Desert, Garden/ Jungle room] room was not in good repair as evidenced by [peeling paint]. (Section 10, number 1) Physical Facility [SR]
Inspector notes
Observed peeling paint on the wall of the Garden, Desert and Jungle classroom.
Correction status
Due by December 2, 2025
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 15 - Floor, Walls, and Ceiling Good Repair (Article X.A) (Article X.A) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10 Physical Environment, Pages 22-23)
Official code
15-02
Low concern: Administrative posting
Report finding
Evidence of current insect infestation was observed. (Section 10, number 1) Physical Facility [SR]
Inspector notes
Observed multiple ants on the blue climbing equipment. please be advised to eliminate the ants.
Correction status
Due by December 2, 2025
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 18 - Premises Clean/Sanitary/in Good Repair (Article X.A) (Article X.A) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10 Physical Environment, Pages 22-23)
Official code
18-07
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
Peeling paint was observed on the surface of the [blue poles/ white handle bars/ xylophone ride along toy.] in the outdoor area.
Inspector notes
Observed peeling paint on the blue poles located on the VPK playground. Also, the Yellow taxi car the white handlebars are peeling. Observed the 2-yr old the playground there is Fisher Price Adventure ride-on toy that has a Xylophone drum bell attached, there is peeling paint.
Correction status
Due by December 2, 2025
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 31 - Play Equipment (Article X.A, and H) (Article X.A, and H) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 11 Equipment and Furnishings, Pages 26-27)
Official code
31-13
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
Floor mats were not covered with an impermeable surface. (Section 12.4, number 3) Safety [SR]
Inspector notes
Observed sleeping mats that were torn in the 3 1/2 yr old classroom. Also, in the 2yrold classroom observed children napping on the floor mats which were torn with clear tape wrap around the torn area to secure the mat. During the time inspection the Director replaced the mats.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 38 - Furniture/Bedding (Articles X.A, C; XII.I and XV.E) (Articles X.A, C; XII.I and XV.E) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 12.4 Bedding and Linens, Page 29)
Official code
38-06
View official report
Low concern: Administrative posting
Report finding
The programs written plan of scheduled activities was not followed. (Section 7, number 1) General Requirements [SR]
Report comments
The children were not given time for outdoor play, as the facility had unauthorized renovation to outdoor play area.
Correction status
Due by September 26, 2025
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 08 - Daily Program (Article IX.A) (Article IX.A) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 7 Planned Activities, Pages 19-20)
Official code
08-04
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The facility did not have verification of a current and approved annual fire inspection. Inspection and approval was required as of [2]. 1. Ambulance 2. Fire 3. Police 4. Regional and National Poison Control 5. Florida Abuse Hotline 6. Palm Beach County Health Department (Section 14.2, number 1) Safety [SR]
Inspector notes
Observed the Annual Fire Inspection report. The Report expired 8/22/2024.
Correction status
Due by September 26, 2025
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 28 - Fire Drills/Fire Plan/Fire Inspection (Articles X.A, F and XV.E) (Articles X.A, F and XV.E) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 14 Fire Safety and Emergency Preparedness and Response, Pages 32-34)
Official code
28-06
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The following equipment and/or toys were not safe: [Play equipment unavailable ] as evidenced by [due to renovations.]. (Section 11.1, number 2) (Section 11.2, numbers 2 and 4) Safety [SR]
Report comments
The facility has 5 outdoor playgrounds, 4 of them are being modified by adding the artificial turf underneath the play area. Also, the small wooden fence is being reinstalled so that artificial turf can be underneath. The play equipment was not available for the children to play on during the time of inspection due to maintenance workers working on the play equipment.
Correction status
Due by September 26, 2025
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 31 - Play Equipment (Article X.A, and H) (Article X.A, and H) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 11 Equipment and Furnishings, Pages 26-27)
Official code
31-09
Higher concern: Hazardous access
Report finding
Knives and/or sharp tools were accessible to children in care. (Section 10, number 4) Safety [SR]
Inspector notes
Observed the kitchen door left unlocked, in the pull-out drawer there were 4 knives and 2 screw drivers. The Director locked the kitchen door during the time of inspection.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 36 - Toxic/Hazardous Items (Article X.A) (Article X.A) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10 Physical Environment, Pages 22-23)
Official code
36-18
View official report
Low concern: Administrative posting
Report finding
The following exterior areas of the facility were observed to not be in good repair: [Water fountain on the playground area, water does not exceed mouth guard.]. (Section 10, number 1) Physical Facility [SR]
Report comments
Water fountain on the playground area, water does not exceed mouth guard. Provider disconnected the water supply, and 5 other water fountains available to use until repair of water fountain.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 15 - Floor, Walls, and Ceiling Good Repair (Article X.A) (Article X.A) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10 Physical Environment, Pages 22-23)
Official code
15-04
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
Report finding
The daily attendance log for the [1 year old] group was not completed to give real time information. (Section 19.3, number 3) Safety [SR]
Report comments
5 students present and 4 student recorded on the attendance .
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 34 - Daily Attendance Log (Article XV.E) (Article XV.E) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 19.3 Record Keeping/Attendance, Page 48)
Official code
34-01
View official report
Low concern: Administrative posting
Report finding
The facility failed to provide sufficient lighting equivalent to 20 foot candles in the [restroom] area to allow for supervision and safe entering and exiting of the room. Physical Facility [SR]
Inspector notes
Observed the shared restroom between Desert / Rainforest room , The lighting in the restroom does not work . Upon touch the light switch did not turn on.
Correction status
Due by February 9, 2024
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 22 - Physical Facility: Lighting, Temperature, Ventilation (Article X.A)
Official code
22-04
View official report
Low concern: Administrative posting
Report finding
The following exterior areas of the facility were observed not to be clean and sanitary: [the facility bus]. (Section 10, number 1) Physical Facility [SR]
Inspector notes
Observed the facility bus, the floors on the bus were not in sanitary condition . As evidence of food dropping and paper. During the time of inspection the Director cleaned the floors of the bus.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 18 - Premises Clean/Sanitary/in Good Repair (Article X.A) (Article X.A) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10 Physical Environment, Pages 22-23)
Official code
18-06
Higher concern: Hazardous access
Report finding
An irritating odor/toxic fume was present in a room occupied by children.
Inspector notes
Observed a Glades plug in in the classroom of the Garden room. The teacher removed during the time of inspection.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 36 - Toxic/Hazardous Items (Article X.A) (Article X.A) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10 Physical Environment, Pages 22-23)
Official code
36-05
Higher concern: Hazardous access
Report finding
Staff purses or other personal items were observed accessible to children in the [Desert room (3yrold)].
Inspector notes
Observed the 3 year old classroom, the staff purse was stored on lower shelve accessible to the children. The staff member removed purse during the time of inspection.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 36 - Toxic/Hazardous Items (Article X.A) (Article X.A) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10 Physical Environment, Pages 22-23)
Official code
36-07
Higher concern: Hazardous access
Report finding
A power cord from the [Art room] was accessible to children.
Report comments
The cords to the tv/ computer were accessible to the children in the art room. The staff member removed during the time of inspection.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 36 - Toxic/Hazardous Items (Article X.A) (Article X.A) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10 Physical Environment, Pages 22-23)
Official code
36-13
Higher concern: Hazardous access
Report finding
Knives and/or sharp tools were accessible to children in care. (Section 10, number 4) Safety [SR]
Report comments
Adult size scissors were stored in cup on a shelve accessible to the children in care in the Garden room. The Teacher removed during the time of inspection.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 36 - Toxic/Hazardous Items (Article X.A) (Article X.A) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10 Physical Environment, Pages 22-23)
Official code
36-18
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
The child care facility made bedding assignments but had no record for review.
Inspector notes
Observed each classroom there was no record of a bedding assignment posted in each room. The Director provided the bedding assignment for the Department to review on 11/13/2023.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 38 - Furniture/Bedding (Articles X.A, C; XII.I and XV.E) (Articles X.A, C; XII.I and XV.E) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 12.4 Bedding and Linens, Page 29)
Official code
38-15
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
A food that was potentially hazardous, [beef tacos/ corn], was not stored at a safe temperature: between 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below, or 140 degrees Fahrenheit or above. (Section 17.3, number 4) Food And Nutrition [SR]
Report comments
During Lunch time the Department tested the temperatures of the beef tacos/ corn. The temp were between 115 -125. The correction were made the cook reheated the food.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
FOOD AND NUTRITION - 46 - Food Handling (Articles XI; XV.E and Chapter 64E-11 FAC) (Articles XI; XV.E and Chapter 64E-11 FAC) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 17.1 Food Preparation Area and Section 17.2 Food Storage, Pages 37-38)
Official code
46-05
View official report
Low concern: Administrative posting
Report finding
Department staff was not permitted access to personnel, children and facility records. (Section 402.311(2), F.S.) General Requirements [SR]
Report comments
During the of inspection the Department was unable to review staff members files. Per Director, the owner was not present and she does not have key to file room. The Department arrived on 3/24/2023 and was able to access staff records. PHYSICAL FACILITY
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 14 - Access to Records (Article XV.A) (Article XV.A) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 20 Access and Section 21 Child Safety, Page 50)
Official code
14-01
View official report
Low concern: Administrative posting
Report finding
Improper storage of unnecessary materials/equipment was observed as evidenced by [Radio/ box of tissue.].
Inspector notes
Observed in the Lily Room there was radio next to handwashing sink and a box of tissue stored inside the handwashing sink. Teacher removed item during time of inspection.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 16 - Storage (Article X.A and C)
Official code
16-04
Higher concern: Hazardous access
Report finding
The facility failed to keep all cleaning supplies inaccessible to children; [2 Bleach/ Water Solution ] was observed [Jungle / Lily Room], a location accessible to children. Safety [SR]
Inspector notes
Observed in the Lily Room there were items such as Bleach solution spray stored on diaper changing table in the 1 year old lily room and on a shelve in the 3year old jungle room . The Teacher removed during the time of inspection.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 36 - Toxic/Hazardous Items (Article X.A)
Official code
36-01
Higher concern: Hazardous access
Report finding
Staff purses or other personal items were observed accessible to children in the [3year old room].
Inspector notes
Observed in the 3 year old jungle room a staff purse was stored on the shelve . The purse strap was hanging which was accessible to the children. Staff removed purse.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 36 - Toxic/Hazardous Items (Article X.A)
Official code
36-07

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

What steps are taken to ensure that items like kitchen tools or personal belongings are always kept out of reach of children?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from an official inspection report indicate instances where sharp tools or personal items were found accessible to children. Asking about current storage practices helps parents understand how the facility maintains a secure environment.
Related violations
Finding-specific

How does the center manage routine maintenance of outdoor play equipment to keep it in good condition?

Why ask this
Why ask this
The available inspection records show multiple reports regarding the condition of outdoor play equipment, including peeling paint. This question allows the provider to explain their ongoing maintenance schedule and how they ensure surfaces remain well-kept for children.
Related violations
Finding-specific

Could you describe the process for monitoring the condition of nap mats and other classroom furniture?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records show that inspectors have previously noted issues with the condition of floor mats used during nap time. Asking about this helps parents understand the center's routine for inspecting and replacing classroom furniture.
Related violations
Finding-specific

What is your process for tracking and updating required facility documentation, such as fire inspection reports?

Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report noted a time when the facility did not have verification of a current annual fire inspection on file. This question helps parents understand how the administrative team ensures all regulatory documentation remains current.
Related violations
General question

How do you handle communication with families regarding changes to daily routines or temporary unavailability of play areas?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Understanding how the center keeps families informed about facility updates or shifts in daily activities helps parents feel connected and prepared for changes in their child's day.