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Ford's All Star Academy Llc

1102 W Highland Dr, Cocoa, FL 32922

License:
L18BR0017
Type:
Large Family Child Care Home
Status:
Licensed
Records checked:
July 13, 2026
Additional info
Programs and services:
Gold Seal, After School, Before School, Drop In, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care, Night Care, Transportation, Weekend Care
Hours:
Mon-Sun: 12:00AM to 11:59PM
Capacity:
12
License expiration:
May 1, 2027
Typical cost: $1,101 (Under 1)
Child’s age

$1,101/mo

Median daily rate: $50.81 (non-Gold Seal only)

Official Florida Division of Early Learning Brevard County data.

Not this provider’s price.

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 inspectionMarch 26, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMarch 26, 2026

Summary

This summary covers seven available inspections for Ford's All Star Academy Llc from March 22, 2024 through March 26, 2026.

Two inspections recorded violations, with five recorded violations in total.

The most recent higher-concern violation was on March 3, 2026 and involved hazardous access.

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
7

3 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
5

1 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
2

1 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
0

Last 36 months

Local comparison

7 total inspections vs 11.5 local median in 32922

Compared to 12 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
0.71
Local median
0.21

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
29%
Local median
7%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
29%
Local median
20%

Repeated topics

This provider
0
Local average
0.83

Repeated topics

Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.

No repeated topics found

The available reports do not show the same violation topic appearing in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. Review the inspection history below for any one-time violations or report details.

Inspection history

Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.

Higher concern: Hazardous access
Report finding
Toxic Substances and/or Hazardous materials, including cleaning supplies, flammable products, and poisonous items were accessible to children in care. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.2
Report comments
A child was napping close to where five cans of spray paint were in reach. Technical assistance was given to the Operator, and she removed the cans of spray paint.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 11 - Toxic, Hazardous Materials and Harmful Items
Official code
11-01
View official report
Higher concern: Background screening
Report finding
The operator, employee, substitute, and/or volunteer did not have a CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form signed annually. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 4.3, H
Report comments
Child abuse missing/expired for substitute and employee. TA given to the operator the Child Abuse Neglect form must be signed annually.
Correction status
Due by November 1, 2024
More details
Report section
LICENSED FAMILY - 07 - Background Screening Requirements
Official code
07-09
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
During the licensure year, the operator failed to conduct monthly fire drills utilizing the approved fire alarm system or smoke detector at various dates and times when children are in care. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.21, A
Report comments
Fire drills must be conducted monthly and kept in log for license specialist to review.
Correction status
Due by November 1, 2024
More details
Report section
HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 28 - Fire Drills/Emergency Preparedness
Official code
28-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
Child(ren) did not have a Florida Certification of Immunization (DH Form 680) or a, Religious Exemption from Immunization (DH Form 681), on file within 30 days of enrollment. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.1, A
Report comments
Immunization missing for children listed on the supplemental.
Correction status
Due by November 1, 2024
More details
Report section
HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 32 - Immunization Records
Official code
32-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
Child(ren) did not have a Student Health Examination/DH (Form 3040), or an equivalent health statement on file within 30 days of enrollment. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.2, A
Report comments
Children in
Correction status
Due by November 1, 2024
More details
Report section
HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 33 - Health Records
Official code
33-01

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 currently in place to ensure that cleaning supplies and other hazardous items remain inaccessible to children throughout the day?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from a March 2026 inspection note a finding regarding the accessibility of hazardous materials. This question helps understand the current storage practices and safety protocols used to keep such items out of reach.
Context
The issue was noted as corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific

How do you manage the annual documentation requirements for staff and volunteers to ensure all background screening forms are kept up to date?

Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from October 2024 identified a need for updated child abuse and neglect reporting forms. Asking about this process provides insight into how the center maintains compliance with personnel documentation.
Related violations
Finding-specific

Could you describe your process for conducting and documenting monthly fire drills to ensure everyone is prepared for emergencies?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records from October 2024 mentioned a gap in the documentation of monthly fire drills. This question helps clarify how the center tracks and performs these essential safety exercises.
Related violations
Finding-specific

What is your process for tracking enrollment paperwork, such as health examinations and immunization records, to ensure all files are complete when a child starts?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from an October 2024 inspection indicated that some health and immunization records were missing at the time. This question helps parents understand how the center verifies that all required health documentation is on file.
Related violations
General question

How do you communicate with families about daily activities and any changes to the center's routine?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Clear communication between providers and families is essential for maintaining a consistent environment for children. Understanding how the center shares information helps parents feel more connected to their child's daily care.