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Magnolia Kids Academy

980 Eagle Cir S, Casselberry, FL 32707

License:
C18SE0332
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, Food Served, Full Day, Infant Care, Transportation
Hours:
Mon-Fri: 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
Capacity:
135
License expiration:
June 16, 2027
Typical cost: $1,278 - $1,387 (Under 1)
Child’s age

$1,278 - $1,387/mo

Median daily rate: $59.00 - $64.00

Official Florida Division of Early Learning Seminole 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 inspectionJune 10, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsFebruary 13, 2026

Summary

This summary covers 17 available inspections for Magnolia Kids Academy from February 14, 2023 through June 10, 2026.

Nine inspections recorded violations, with 16 recorded violations in total.

The most recent recorded violation was on June 10, 2026 and involved emergency preparedness, with a due date of July 10, 2026.

Attendance accountability was a higher-concern topic that showed up in one inspection.

The available reports do not include a later inspection with no recorded violations after that violation.

At a glance

Total inspections
17

4 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
16

2 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
5

0 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
1

Last 36 months

Local comparison

17 total inspections vs 11.5 local median in 32707

Compared to 10 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
0.94
Local median
0.76

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
24%
Local median
21%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
53%
Local median
35%

Repeated topics

This provider
1
Local average
1.2

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.

Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
Report finding
The facility did not have documentation of a fire extinguisher being properly maintained to include being serviced and retagged timely, and/or with a current certificate. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, B (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
Report comments
One vehicle with expired fire extinguisher.
Correction status
Due by July 10, 2026
More details
Report section
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
Official code
23-05
View official report
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 [the blue slide in the playground for school-age children was broken and not in good repair.]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B and F (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
Inspector notes
Licensing specialist observed the blue slide in the playground for school-age children was not safe in that it was broken and not in good repair. Licensing Specialist observed the playground equipment in the middle playground had a missing blue metal bar and was therefore not in good repair.
Correction status
Due by November 3, 2025
More details
Report section
SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
Official code
32-03
View official report
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
Report finding
Child care personnel failed to ensure arrival and departure times were complete and accurate at the time of arrival or departure. CCF Handbook, Section 7.5, B Record Keeping [SR]
Inspector notes
Counselor observed the attendance in the VPK-Fours room did not ensure arrival and departure times were complete and accurate at the time of arrival or departure for 6 children. ENFORCEMENT
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
RECORD KEEPING - 46 - Daily Attendance
Official code
46-03
View official report
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
There was evidence or the presence of rodent or vermin observed in the facility. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
Counselor observed 1 dead and 1 live cockroach in the kitchen.
Correction status
Due by February 17, 2025
More details
Report section
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
Official code
12-09
Higher concern: Hazardous access
Report finding
Harmful items including cleaning supplies, flammable products, poisonous, toxic, and hazardous materials were accessible to children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
Counselor observed the disinfectant stored under the sink in the VPK Fours room was accessible to children in care.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 13 - Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons
Official code
13-03
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
A safety deficiency having a low potential for harm to the children in care was observed. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 (Section 10, numbers 1-11) Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
Counselor observed one purse/bag within reach of children (underneath an unlocked cabinet) in the two-year-old room.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
Official code
12-06
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
Items unrelated to diaper changing were stored in the diaper changing area or placed on the diaper changing table/surface. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, G (Section 12.3, number 6) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
Inspector notes
Counselor observed toys were placed on top of the diaper changing table in the infant room.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
Official code
30-07
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
Two personnel have not completed the trainings.
Correction status
Due by December 16, 2023
More details
Report section
TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-01
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
Two personnel have not completed the trainings.
Correction status
Due by June 12, 2023
More details
Report section
TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-01
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Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 10, number 1) Physical Environment [SR]
Report comments
Broken toilet tank lid.
Correction status
Due by April 14, 2023
More details
Report section
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
Official code
12-02
Higher concern: Background screening
Report finding
An employment history verification was not documented and on file. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, D
Report comments
One personnel with missing history.
Correction status
Due by April 14, 2023
More details
Report section
RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
Official code
45-04
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Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A Physical Environment [SR]
Report comments
Broken toilet tank lid.
Correction status
Due by March 14, 2023
More details
Report section
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
Official code
12-02
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
The facility did not have documented proof that all child care personnel were trained and knowledgeable within 30 days of date of hire in [ the use of fire extinguishers]. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.3 and 4.2.5
Report comments
Four personnel files with missing training.
Correction status
Due by March 14, 2023
More details
Report section
TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-09
Low concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
The personnel/ volunteer (ten hours or more per month) record did not include a CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form signed annually. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, C Record Keeping [SR]
Report comments
One personnel with missing document.
Correction status
Due by March 14, 2023
More details
Report section
RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
Official code
44-04
Higher concern: Background screening
Report finding
A complete CF-FSP Form 5131, Background Screening and Personnel File Requirements, was not on file for all employees. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1, A Record Keeping [SR]
Report comments
One personnel with missing document.
Correction status
Due by March 14, 2023
More details
Report section
RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
Official code
45-01
Higher concern: Background screening
Report finding
An employment history verification was not documented and on file. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, D
Report comments
One personnel with missing document.
Correction status
Due by March 14, 2023
More details
Report section
RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
Official code
45-04

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 current process for ensuring that daily attendance records are accurately maintained for all children?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from an inspection in February 2025 indicated that arrival and departure times were not fully documented for some children. Asking about current procedures helps clarify how the center ensures accurate record-keeping for every child's daily attendance.
Related violations
Finding-specific

What steps does your team take to ensure that hazardous materials are always stored securely and out of reach of children?

Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from October 2024 noted an instance where cleaning supplies were accessible to children. This question allows you to learn about the center's current safety protocols for storing potentially harmful items.
Related violations
Finding-specific

What is your process for verifying that all staff members have completed their required background screenings and training?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from 2023 indicated gaps in documentation for employment history and training requirements. Discussing how the center tracks these records now helps you understand their current administrative oversight for staff qualifications.
Related violations
Finding-specific

How do you maintain your facility to ensure that all areas, including kitchens and play spaces, remain clean and free of pests?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records show that sanitation and facility maintenance have been noted as a topic in multiple reports between 2024 and 2025. Asking about the center's cleaning and pest control schedule provides insight into how they maintain a healthy environment for children.
Related violations
Finding-specific

How often do you inspect your playground equipment to ensure everything is in good repair and ready for children to use?

Why ask this
Why ask this
An official report from October 2025 identified that some playground equipment was in need of repair. Asking about the center's maintenance schedule helps you understand how they monitor the condition of outdoor play areas.
Related violations