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Noah's Christian Academy

3429 W Dunnellon Rd, Dunnellon, FL 34433

License:
X05CI0009
Type:
Child Care Facility
Status:
Exempt
Records checked:
July 14, 2026
Additional info
Programs and services:
After School, Before School, Full Day, Half Day
Hours:
Mon-Fri: 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
Capacity:
79
License expiration:
September 30, 2026
Typical cost: $975 (Under 1)
Child’s age

$975/mo

Median daily rate: $45.00 (non-Gold Seal only)

Official Florida Division of Early Learning Citrus 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 inspectionJune 30, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsJune 30, 2026

Summary

This summary covers nine available inspections for Noah's Christian Academy from June 12, 2024 through June 30, 2026.

Four inspections recorded violations, with 20 recorded violations in total.

The most recent higher-concern violation was on June 12, 2026 and involved supervision.

That higher-concern topic showed up in two inspections.

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
9

6 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
20

16 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
4

4 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
4

Last 36 months

Local comparison

9 total inspections vs 11 local median in Citrus County

Compared to 48 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
2.22
Local median
0.31

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
22%
Local median
7%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
44%
Local median
17%

Repeated topics

This provider
4
Local average
0.63

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.

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Higher concern: Supervision
Report finding
Supervision of children in the [School Age ] group was inadequate in that [(1) 9 year old was left unsupervised in the building while the other teachers and children were outside on the playground. ]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3)
Inspector notes
At time of complaint, Licensing Specialist and other Department Agent observed (1) 9-year-old child left unsupervised in the building while the other teachers and children were outside on the playground. Technical assistance provided that all children must be supervised while in care. Resolved at time of inspection as the 9-year-old went outside with the rest of the teachers and children.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
Official code
04-01
Low concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
The facility did not have a fully-completed enrollment form (CF-FSP Form 5219) or equivalent form for the child(ren) in care. CCF Handbook, Section 7.3 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3)
Report comments
At time of complaint, Licensing Specialist was made aware that a child was present and is only counted during head counts and not enrolled. Technical assistance provided that an enrollment form or equivalent form for the child in care must be on file.
Correction status
Due by June 29, 2026
More details
Report section
RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Enrollment Information
Official code
42-02
View official report
Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
Report finding
A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [(20) 4-year-old] children is required. A ratio of [0] child care personnel for [(5) 4 -year-old] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3)
Inspector notes
At time of complaint, Licensing Specialist walked inside through the front door and observed that childcare personnel were of out ratio in the 4-year-olds classroom. Both childcare personnel were in another classroom collecting the trash and the (5) 4-year-olds were left unattended in the main room. A child walked to the other room to get the Director. Technical assistance provided that childcare personnel must be in the classroom and included in the ratio with the children while they are present. Resolved at time of inspection as Director and childcare personnel came back to the main room where the children were present.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Ratio Sufficient
Official code
03-01
Higher concern: Supervision
Report finding
An unscreened individual was left alone with children in care. s.435.06(2)(a), F.S. and CCF Handbook, Section 5.2, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3)
Report comments
At time of complaint, Director asked if Personnel listed on the Supplemental is able to supervise the school age children. After reviewing Personnels Level 2 Clearinghouse screened, it was determined that his he was awaiting fingerprints as of 05-06-2026. Technical assistance provided that all individuals must be screened prior to supervising the children. Resolved 05-11-2026 when Personnels Level 2 Clearinghouse screening came back as eligible.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
Official code
04-18
Low concern: Administrative posting
Report finding
The facility's written plan of scheduled activities was not followed. CCF Handbook, Section 2.6 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3)
Inspector notes
At time of complaint, Licensing Specialist observed staff listed on the supplemental feeding the children at 11:39 am. The activities plan posted states that lunch is between 12 pm and 12:30 pm. Technical assistance provided that the facilitys written plan of scheduled activities must be followed. Resolved at time of inspection on 05-26-2026 and 05-28-2026 as staff listed on the supplemental followed the planned activities.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 09 - Planned Activities
Official code
09-02
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
Diaper changing occurred on a surface that was not impermeable. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, E (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3)
Inspector notes
At time of complaint, Licensing Specialist was informed by staff listed on the supplemental that they are changing childrens diapers on the carpet on the floor between the two toilets in the restroom. Technical assistance provided that diaper changing must occur on a surface that is impermeable. Resolved at time of inspection as staff listed on the supplemental will utilize the diaper changing mat that was stored in the office.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
Official code
30-06
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
Child care personnel did not complete preservice training requirements prior to unsupervised contact with or care of children or, if supervised, within 90 days of beginning employment or service with the provider. (Section 3.1 and 3.2 Training Requirements, Page 7)
Report comments
At time of complaint, Licensing Specialist was made aware that childcare personnel were supervising children alone without completing preservice training requirements. Licensing Specialist reviewed the training transcripts for the staff listed on the supplemental and only one of them has completed their preservice training requirements prior to unsupervised contact. Technical assistance provided that childcare personnel must complete preservice training requirements prior to unsupervised contact with or care of children or, if supervised, within 90 days of beginning employment or service with the provider.
Correction status
Due by June 17, 2026
More details
Report section
TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-07
Low concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
The facility did not have a fully-completed enrollment form (CF-FSP Form 5219) or equivalent form for the child(ren) in care. CCF Handbook, Section 7.3 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3)
Report comments
At time of complaint, Licensing Specialist was made aware that a child was injured while at the daycare. Personnel stated the child was not enrolled and attends another daycare. Technical assistance provided that an enrollment form or equivalent form for the child in care must be on file. Resolved at time of inspection as childs parent is a teacher and child is not being enrolled at this time.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Enrollment Information
Official code
42-02
Low concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
A Volunteer Acknowledgement (Form CF-FSP 5217) was not on file prior to volunteering. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, F (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3)
Inspector notes
At time of complaint, Licensing Specialist requested the Volunteer Acknowledgement Form for personnel listed on the supplemental. Personnel stated that she does not have one, and that this would be her last day helping out because the director will be back. Technical assistance provided that a Volunteer Acknowledgement (Form CF-FSP 5217) must be on file prior to volunteering. Resolved at inspection 05-28-2026 as Director stated that she is not volunteering.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
RECORD KEEPING - 43 - Personnel Records
Official code
43-05
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
Report finding
The attendance roster did not accompany the group of children in that [the childcare personnel did not have an attendance roster for the school age children and 3-year-old children under her supervision].CCF Handbook, Section 7.5, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3)
Report comments
At time of complaint while conducting ratio, Licensing Specialist requested the ages of the children being supervised. The personnel listed on the supplemental did not know the ages and did not have an attendance roster to accompany the school age children and 3-year-olds in her care. Technical assistance provided that there must be an attendance roster for all children in the classrooms as well as on the playground at all times children are in care. Resolved at time of inspection as the clipboard with the attendance was brought to the Personnel on the playground. ENFORCEMENT
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Daily Attendance
Official code
45-05
Medium concern: inspection access or misrepresentation
Report finding
The owner, operator, employee or substitute failed to grant the licensing authority access to facility records. s. 402.311, F.S. (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3)
Correction / follow-up note
At time of complaint, Licensing Specialist was advised by the staff in charge that she cannot provide the personnel records as Director told her not to give me the files because she will send them through email upon her return. Technical assistance provided that DCF licensing staff must have access to required facility records during inspections including complaints, and that we cannot accept personnel files via email. Resolved at time of inspection on 05-28-2026 as Director was able to provide requested files. SCHOOL READINESS
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
RECORD KEEPING - 46 - Access/Child Safety
Official code
46-06
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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 [for the following months: January 2026 and February 2026.]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.4, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3)
Inspector notes
At time of inspection, Counselor observed fire drills utilizing the approved alarm system were not conducted monthly at various dates and times when children were in care for the following months: January 2026 and February 2026. Technical assistance provided that during the programs contract year, fire drills utilizing the approved alarm system must be conducted monthly at various dates and times when children are in care.
Correction status
Due by March 31, 2026
More details
Report section
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
Official code
23-06
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 and red rocket ship has rust on the surface, slide has split wood at the bottom, blue climber has rust on the surface, blue and red stationary car has rust on surface.]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B and F (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3)
Inspector notes
At time of inspection, Counselor observed the play equipment was not maintained in a safe or sanitary condition for the children to use in that the blue and red rocket ship has rust on the surface, slide has split wood at the bottom, blue climber has rust on the surface, and blue and red stationary car has rust on surface. Technical assistance provided that all equipment, fences and objects on the programs premises must be free from sharp, broken and jagged edges, and must be properly placed to prevent overcrowding or safety hazards in any one area
Correction status
Due by March 31, 2026
More details
Report section
SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
Official code
32-03
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. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3)
Inspector notes
At time of inspection, Counselor observed child listed on supplemental 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. Technical assistance provided that all children must 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.
Correction status
Due by March 31, 2026
More details
Report section
RECORD KEEPING - 40 - Immunization Records
Official code
40-01
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)
Inspector notes
At time of inspection, Counselor observed the children listed on supplemental did not have a current Florida Certificate of immunization on file. Technical assistance provided that all children must have a valid Florida Certificate of immunization on file.
Correction status
Due by March 31, 2026
More details
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RECORD KEEPING - 40 - Immunization Records
Official code
40-02
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. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3)
Inspector notes
At time of inspection, Counselor observed the child listed on supplemental did not have a Student Health Examination/DH (Form 3040), or an equivalent health statement on file within 30 days of enrollment. Technical assistance provided that all children must have a Student Health Examination/DH (Form 3040), or an equivalent health statement on file within 30 days of enrollment.
Correction status
Due by March 31, 2026
More details
Report section
RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Student Health and Records
Official code
41-01
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Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The facilitys outdoor play space was not enclosed with fencing or walls a minimum of 4 feet in height. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, F (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3)
Report comments
Playground fencing is 3.4 feet tall. The facilitys outdoor playground fencing or walls must be a minimum of 4 feet in height.
Correction status
Due by May 5, 2025
More details
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
Official code
17-05
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 [nails exposured]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B and F (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3)
Inspector notes
Counselor observed that nails exposed, and board broken from wooden climber Counselor observed rusty swing chains.
Correction status
Due by May 5, 2025
More details
Report section
SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
Official code
32-03
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)
Report comments
Child listed on supplement immunization expired on 11/30/2024.
Correction status
Due by May 5, 2025
More details
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RECORD KEEPING - 40 - Immunization Records
Official code
40-02
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3)
Report comments
Child listed on supplement physical expired 1/4/2025
Correction status
Due by May 5, 2025
More details
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RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Student Health and Records
Official code
41-02

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

Can you walk me through your current process for ensuring children are always supervised, especially during transitions like moving between the playground and the building?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from a June 2026 inspection show a finding regarding a child left unsupervised in the building while others were on the playground. This question helps clarify the current supervision protocols in place to prevent such occurrences.
Context
The finding was resolved at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific

What steps do you take to ensure that all staff members are fully screened and have completed their required training before they begin working with children?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records from May 2026 indicate concerns regarding staff training requirements and background screening status for personnel working with children. Asking about these practices helps parents understand how the center manages staff qualifications.
Related violations
Finding-specific

How do you manage your daily attendance rosters to ensure that every child is accounted for at all times, both in the classroom and on the playground?

Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from May 2026 noted a finding where an attendance roster did not accompany a group of children. This question helps parents understand the current procedures for maintaining accurate group accountability.
Context
The finding was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific

Could you describe your routine for inspecting outdoor play equipment to ensure it remains in good condition for the children?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from inspections in 2025 and 2026 show repeated findings regarding the maintenance of outdoor play equipment. This question allows the director to explain the current schedule and process for safety checks.
Related violations
Finding-specific

What is your process for keeping children's health and immunization records up to date and ensuring they are complete upon enrollment?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records from 2025 and 2026 show repeated findings related to expired or missing immunization and health records. This question helps parents understand how the center tracks and maintains these important documents.
Related violations