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Highland Christian Academy

441 S Highland Ave, Apopka, FL 32703

License:
X09OR0096
Type:
Child Care Facility
Status:
Exempt
Records checked:
July 12, 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: 6:00AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
Capacity:
201
License expiration:
October 2, 2026
Typical cost: $1,235 - $1,343 (Under 1)
Child’s age

$1,235 - $1,343/mo

Median daily rate: $57.00 - $62.00

Official Florida Division of Early Learning Orange County data.

Not this provider’s price.

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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 inspectionJanuary 29, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsJanuary 29, 2026

Summary

This summary covers 13 available inspections for Highland Christian Academy from February 24, 2023 through January 29, 2026.

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

The most recent recorded violation was on May 27, 2025 and involved health or food records, with a due date of June 27, 2025.

DaycareFacts did not classify any of these violations at the Higher concern level.

Three later inspections, from July 7, 2025 through January 29, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.

At a glance

Total inspections
13

2 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
5

0 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
0

0 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
1

Last 36 months

Local comparison

13 total inspections vs 11 local median in 32703

Compared to 28 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
0.38
Local median
0.29

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
0%
Local median
0%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
31%
Local median
25%

Repeated topics

This provider
1
Local average
0.89

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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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
4 children Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that the form was not current (expired)
Correction status
Due by June 27, 2025
More details
Report section
RECORD KEEPING - 40 - Immunization Records
Official code
40-02
View official report
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
Facility vehicle did not have documentation of a fire extinguisher being properly maintained to include being tagged
Correction status
Due by April 21, 2025
More details
Report section
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
Official code
23-05
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
3 children with expired immunizations.
Correction status
Due by April 21, 2025
More details
Report section
RECORD KEEPING - 40 - Immunization Records
Official code
40-02
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
6 children with immunization that was not acceptable in that the form was not current but expired.
Correction status
Due by November 25, 2024
More details
Report section
RECORD KEEPING - 40 - Immunization Records
Official code
40-02
View official report
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
Program personnel did not complete training requirements prior to unsupervised contact with or care of children, or if supervised, within 90 days of beginning employment or service with the program. (Section 18.1) Training [SR]
Report comments
Two staff did not complete SR training with 90 days of beginning employment. Technical Assistance: Section 18.1 Pre-service Timeframe All pre-service training requirements listed below must be completed by all program personnel, volunteers and substitutes, each as defined in this handbook, within 90 days of initial employment with any provider participating in the school readiness program. (Page 41 in School Readiness Handbook).
Correction status
Due by June 26, 2023
More details
Report section
TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-13

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 is your current process for tracking and updating student immunization records to ensure they remain current?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records show that immunization documentation for some children was found to be expired during recent inspections. Asking about the current tracking process helps families understand how the center ensures all health records stay up to date.
Context
A later clean inspection was recorded on 1/29/2026.
Related violations
Finding-specific

Could you explain how you maintain and verify the safety equipment, such as fire extinguishers, in your facility vehicles?

Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report noted a time when documentation for fire extinguisher maintenance in a vehicle was missing. This question allows the center to describe their current maintenance and verification schedule for safety equipment.
Related violations
Finding-specific

What steps do you take to ensure all staff members complete their required training within the designated timeframes?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records show a past instance where staff training completion was not documented within the required 90-day window. Discussing this helps parents understand the center's current approach to staff development and compliance.
Related violations
Finding-specific

How do you manage the administrative side of enrollment to ensure that all required health and safety documentation is collected and kept current for every child?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records show that maintaining current health documentation has been a repeated topic in multiple inspections. This question provides an opportunity to learn about the center's current administrative practices for keeping family files complete.
Related violations
General question

How do you communicate with parents when it is time to update their child's health or immunization records?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Clear communication regarding document expiration helps ensure that children's records remain compliant. Understanding the notification process helps parents know what to expect when a renewal is needed.