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New Elite Academy

1907 Okeechobee Rd, Fort Pierce, FL 34950

License:
C19SL0174
Type:
Child Care Facility
Status:
Licensed
Records checked:
July 13, 2026
Additional info
Programs and services:
Gold Seal, School Readiness, VPK, After School, Before School, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care, Transportation
Hours:
Mon-Fri: 5:00AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
Capacity:
39
License expiration:
November 18, 2026
Typical cost: $1,300 - $1,382 (Under 1)
Child’s age

$1,300 - $1,382/mo

Median daily rate: $60.00 - $63.80

Official Florida Division of Early Learning St. Lucie 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 15, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMarch 5, 2026

Summary

This summary covers 12 available inspections for New Elite Academy from February 7, 2023 through June 15, 2026.

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

The most recent recorded violation was on June 15, 2026 and involved emergency preparedness.

Background screening 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
12

3 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
7

1 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
1

0 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
1

Last 36 months

Local comparison

12 total inspections vs 11 local median in 34950

Compared to 28 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
0.58
Local median
0.37

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
8%
Local median
8%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
50%
Local median
25%

Repeated topics

This provider
1
Local average
0.57

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
During the facilitys licensure year, fire drills utilizing the approved alarm system were not conducted monthly at various dates and times when children were in care [No fire drill conduted in May 2026]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.4, A (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
Report comments
Facility did not have the May 2026 fire drill. A fire drill was conducted during the inspection while Licensing Specialist was present.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
Official code
23-06
Low concern: Administrative posting
Report finding
The facility is licensed to serve [39] children. A total of [44] children were counted at the center and/or were on a field trip. CCF Handbook , Section 3.4.1, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
The facility was observed to be over their licensed capacity due to (8) school age children were at a Park event. Technical assistance provided with the Owner during the inspection with the Childcare Facility Handbook. Parents arrived to pick up children therefore the overcapacity was corrected during the inspection.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 15 - Licensed Capacity
Official code
15-01
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
Teaching staff did not complete the 40-hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement. Counselor provided TA to Director. Staff is scheduled to complete this by the above due date.
Correction status
Due by April 30, 2025
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
Report comments
Three children immunization records were expired.
Correction status
Due by November 8, 2024
More details
Report section
RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
Official code
41-02
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
Report comments
One of the teaching staff background screening is expired. She has been reassigned to another area (kitchen) until it is renewed.
Correction status
Due by November 8, 2024
More details
Report section
RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
Official code
45-02
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
Report finding
The written record of the fire drills was incomplete and did not include the following:[The written record of the fire drills was incomplete and did not include the month of May 2024. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.4, C ]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.4, C Physical Environment [SR]
Report comments
The written record of the fire drills was incomplete and did not include the month of May 2024 . CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.4, C Conducted a fire drill at time of inspection 7 staffs and 33 children were present.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
Official code
23-08
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
Hand hygiene procedures, including situations or times, were not posted in food preparation, diapering, and toileting areas. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.1, D
Report comments
Hand hygiene procedures was not posted in one year old room. Reposted by a staff member. Completed at time of inspection.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 29 - Health and Sanitation
Official code
29-16

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 process for ensuring all staff background screenings are kept current and active?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records show an instance where documentation for a staff member's background screening was missing. Asking about the current tracking process helps parents understand how the center maintains compliance with these requirements.
Related violations
Finding-specific

How does the center ensure that fire drills are consistently conducted and documented every month?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records show that fire drill documentation was incomplete in more than one report. This question allows the director to explain the current system for scheduling and recording these important safety exercises.
Related violations
Finding-specific

What steps does the center take to ensure that all staff members complete their required introductory training on time?

Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report noted that a staff member had not completed the required introductory training. Asking about the training oversight process helps parents understand how the center supports staff professional development.
Related violations
Finding-specific

How do you manage and track the expiration dates for children's immunization records?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records indicate a past finding regarding expired immunization records for children. This question helps parents understand the center's current administrative practices for keeping health records up to date.
Related violations
Finding-specific

What is your approach to maintaining daily attendance counts to ensure the center stays within its licensed capacity?

Why ask this
Why ask this
An inspection report mentioned a time when the center exceeded its licensed capacity. Asking about the current system for monitoring attendance helps parents understand how the center manages group sizes.
Related violations