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Calvary Chapel Academy

2955 Minton Rd, West Melbourne, FL 32904

License:
C18BR0025
Type:
Child Care Facility
Status:
Licensed
Records checked:
July 13, 2026
Additional info
Programs and services:
VPK, After School, Half Day
Hours:
Mon-Fri: 8:00AM to 12:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
Capacity:
138
License expiration:
October 29, 2026
Typical cost: $1,127 - $1,278 (Under 1)
Child’s age

$1,127 - $1,278/mo

Median daily rate: $52.00 - $59.00

Official Florida Division of Early Learning Brevard 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 21, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMay 21, 2026

Summary

This summary covers 16 available inspections for Calvary Chapel Academy from February 13, 2023 through May 21, 2026.

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

The most recent recorded violation was on January 14, 2025 and involved staff training, with a due date of January 31, 2025.

Background screening was a higher-concern topic that showed up in one inspection.

Five later inspections, from January 31, 2025 through May 21, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.

At a glance

Total inspections
16

3 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
7

0 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
1

0 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
1

Last 36 months

Local comparison

16 total inspections vs 11.5 local median in 32904

Compared to 14 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
0.44
Local median
0.21

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
6%
Local median
7%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
38%
Local median
16%

Repeated topics

This provider
1
Local average
0.36

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: Staff training
Report finding
The facility did not have documentation to show completion of a Department approved five-hour early literacy and language development course for child care personnel within 12 months of date of employment in child care industry and/or the early literacy course documentation was not uploaded in the Florida Pathways/Registry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.2 and 4.5, C
Inspector notes
Licensing Specialist observed the facility did not have documentation to show completion of a Department approved five-hour early literacy and language development course for child care personnel within 12 months of date of employment in child care industry and/or the early literacy course documentation was not uploaded in the Florida Pathways/Registry. Director will have the 1 staff complete the required training within the due date given, to come back in compliance for this standard. Technical Assistance was given in regards to CCP having this training completed within 12 months of date of employment in child care industry.
Correction status
Due by January 31, 2025
More details
Report section
TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-06
View official report
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
Report finding
Child care personnel failed to possess a current attendance record and parent contact information during a fire drill, emergency preparedness drill or an actual emergency. CCF Handbook Section 3.8.4, C and 3.8.5, A
Inspector notes
At the yearly observed fire drill, two staff did not have the current attendance record of their class with them. Technical assistance was given to the director and the attendance record was retrieved.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
Official code
23-12
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
The facility did not have documentation to show completion of a Department approved five-hour early literacy and language development course for child care personnel within 12 months of date of employment in child care industry and/or the early literacy course documentation was not uploaded in the Florida Pathways/Registry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.2 and 4.5, C
Report comments
A staff who started in childcare over a year did not complete the 5 hours Early Literacy course. Technical assistance was given to the director and the facility has 30 days to comply.
Correction status
Due by June 21, 2024
More details
Report section
TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-06
View official report
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the 40 hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement. CCF Handbook Section 4.2.1
Report comments
Technical assistance was given to the director that all child care personnel should complete the 45 hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement, starting within 90 days of being in childcare and a year after.
Correction status
Due by February 23, 2024
More details
Report section
TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-01
View official report
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
Report comments
Twenty six of the sixty-two children enrolled did not have updated physical and or immunization records on file. Technical assistance was given to the staff and the facility has a due date of 10/16/23 to comply. Due to the fact that the license for the facility will expire on 10/29/23 the staff in charge and this counselor agreed to a shorter due date.
Correction status
Due by October 16, 2023
More details
Report section
RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
Official code
41-02
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
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
Report comments
Ten of the children had expired or no physical examination forms on file. Technical assistance was given to the staff that children should have current health examination forms on file and that they have a two-year expiration date. The facility has a due date of 10/16/23 to comply and email the requested info to the licensing department.
Correction status
Due by October 16, 2023
More details
Report section
RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
Official code
42-02
Higher concern: Background screening
Report finding
Documentation of Level 2 Clearinghouse screening clearance was missing for child care personnel. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1,C
Report comments
A staff Level 2 Screening expired 4/16/23. Technical assistance was given to the director and the facility has a due date of 5/28/23 to comply.
Correction status
Due by May 28, 2023
More details
Report section
RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
Official code
45-02

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 describe your process for ensuring all staff background screening documents remain current and on file?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records show an instance where documentation for a staff member's background screening clearance was missing during an inspection. This question helps parents understand how the center tracks and maintains these important personnel records.
Related violations
Finding-specific

How do you track staff training requirements to ensure all certifications are up to date and properly documented in the registry?

Why ask this
Why ask this
The available inspection records show that staff training documentation has been a topic of discussion in multiple reports. Asking about the current tracking process helps families understand how the center stays on top of these professional requirements.
Context
A later clean inspection was recorded on 5/21/2026.
Related violations
Finding-specific

What steps do you take during emergency drills to ensure that all teachers have immediate access to their class attendance records and parent contact information?

Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report noted an instance where staff did not have attendance records during an observed fire drill. This question allows the director to explain the current procedures for keeping this information accessible during emergencies.
Context
The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific

How do you manage the renewal process for student health and immunization records to ensure every child's file remains current?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from a 2023 inspection indicate that some student health and immunization records were not current at that time. This question helps parents understand how the center now monitors expiration dates for these required documents.
Related violations
General question

What is your approach to communicating with families if a child's health or immunization records are nearing their expiration date?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Proactive communication regarding health records helps ensure that children's files remain compliant without any lapse in coverage. Understanding this process gives parents confidence that the center manages administrative tasks smoothly.