Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.23
- Local median
- 0.23
Calvary Chapel Christian School VPK
3500 N Courtenay Pkwy, Merritt Island, FL 32953
- License:
- C18BR0206
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 13, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, VPK, After School, Before School, Drop In, Full Day, Half Day
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 86
- License expiration:
- June 27, 2027
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 19, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMay 19, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 13 available inspections for Calvary Chapel Christian School VPK from January 30, 2023 through May 19, 2026.
Two inspections recorded violations, with three recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on January 30, 2026 and involved staff training, with a due date of March 2, 2026.
Background screening was a higher-concern topic that showed up in one inspection.
Two later inspections, from February 9, 2026 through May 19, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 13
- Recorded violations
- 3
- Higher-concern violations
- 1
- Repeated topics
- 1
4 in last 12 months
1 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
13 total inspections vs 11 local median in 32953
Compared to 10 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 8%
- Local median
- 0%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 15%
- Local median
- 9%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 1
- Local average
- 0.8
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Staff training
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
May 27, 2025January 30, 2026Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documentation to show child care personnel had begun the introductory training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3)
- Report comments
- A staff who started in childcare three months ago did not start the introductory course. Technical assistance was given to the staff in charge and the facility has a due date of 3/2/26 to comply.
- Correction status
- Due by March 2, 2026
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-03
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documentation to show child care personnel had begun the introductory training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3)
- Correction / follow-up note
- A staff who started in childcare 11/18/24 does not have proof that she started the introductory courses. Technical assistance was given to the Director, and the facility has a due date of 6/5/25 to email proof to the Department.
- Correction status
- Due by June 5, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-03
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- Background screening was not completed: [ every five years after the initial screening.] CCF Handbook, Section 5.2 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- A staff Level 2 Screening expired on 5/12/25. Technical assistance was given to the Director, and the facility has a due date of 6/5/25 to comply with proof emailed to the Department.
- Correction status
- Due by June 5, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-07
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
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
How does the center ensure that all staff members complete their required background screenings on time?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from a 2025 inspection indicate a finding related to the timing of background screening documentation. Asking about the current process helps parents understand how the facility tracks and maintains these important records.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps have been implemented to ensure that new staff members begin their required introductory training within the expected timeframe?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records show that documentation regarding introductory staff training has been a topic of discussion in multiple reports. This question allows the provider to explain how they currently manage and verify training timelines for new employees.
Related violations
General question
Could you describe the process for how the center monitors and updates staff training records?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Understanding how a facility tracks professional development ensures that all caregivers are up to date on current health and safety standards. This helps parents feel confident that the team is well-prepared to support the children.
General question
How do you communicate with families about staff changes or updates to the classroom team?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Consistent communication about who is working in the classroom helps families build strong relationships with the caregivers. Knowing the center's approach to sharing this information provides insight into their transparency and parent engagement.
General question
What is the center's approach to supporting new teachers as they settle into their roles and complete their initial requirements?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Learning about the mentorship or onboarding process for new staff gives parents a better sense of the center's culture and commitment to quality care. This helps families understand how the team is supported to succeed in their daily responsibilities.