Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.6
- Local median
- 0.62
Kreative Kids Christian Academy
4711 Overseas Hwy, Marathon, FL 33050
- License:
- X16MO0001
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Exempt
- Records checked:
- July 14, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, VPK, After School, Before School, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:30AM to 5:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 75
- License expiration:
- July 31, 2026
Typical cost: $1,083 (Under 1)
Child’s age
$1,083/mo
Median daily rate: $50.00 (non-Gold Seal only)
Official Florida Division of Early Learning Monroe 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 inspectionMarch 23, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMarch 23, 2026
Summary
This summary covers five available inspections for Kreative Kids Christian Academy from February 26, 2024 through March 23, 2026.
Two inspections recorded violations, with three recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on December 12, 2025 and involved equipment or readiness, with a due date of January 23, 2026.
Background screening was a higher-concern topic that showed up in one inspection.
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
- 5
- Recorded violations
- 3
- Higher-concern violations
- 1
- Repeated topics
- 1
2 in last 12 months
1 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
5 total inspections vs 4 local median in Monroe County
Compared to 43 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 20%
- Local median
- 7%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 40%
- Local median
- 34%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 1
- Local average
- 0.81
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Equipment or readiness
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
February 26, 2024December 12, 2025Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The ground cover or other protective surface under the [Play area] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Licensing specialist observed no mulch on part of the playground and rest of area did not meet the 6 inch requirement. T.A. License-exempt child care facilities must comply with Rule 65C-22.001(6), F.A.C., Child Care Facility Handbook (October 2021), and Rule 65C-22.010(1)(e)1., F.A.C., CF-FSP Form 5316, Child Care Facility Standards Classification Summary (October 2021) standards 232, 3545, 47, and sub-standards 1.4, 33.433.5, 33.7-33.10, 46.1-46.4, and 46.7. If the ground cover in place is loose ground cover (such as, but not limited to: mulch, shredded rubber chips, or sand) a minimum of 6 inches in depth is required in the use zone. Asphalt, concrete, hard packed dirt, ha ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by January 23, 2026
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-07
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The base of the fence in the outdoor play area was not at ground level and could allow inside or outside access by children or animals. (Section 10.8, number 2) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- FSC observed the base of the fence in the outdoor play area was not at ground level and could allow inside or outside access by children or animals. T.A. The outdoor play area must have adequate fencing or walls a minimum of 4 feet in height. Fencing, including gates, must be continuous and must not have gaps or opening larger than 3 inches that would allow children to exit the outdoor play area. The base of the fence must remain at ground level and be free from erosion or build up to prevent inside and outside access by children or animals. These areas must have at least two exits, with at least one being remote from the buildings. If an outdoor play area was approved for us ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by March 26, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 16 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10.7 Outdoor Play Area and Section 10.8 Fencing, Pages 25-26)
- Official code
- 16-07
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- Rescreening was not completed every five years after the initial screening. (Section 19.5, number 1) Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- FSC observed Expired screening for staff present onsite, completed at time of inspection when staff was sent to complete background screening and will not be allowed to return until it is cleared. T.A. Background screening documentation must be maintained for all child care personnel as defined by Section 402.302(3), F.S., which includes household members if the facility is located in or adjacent to the home of the operator. Background screening documentation must be on-site and available for the licensing authority to review. A copy of the eligible results, for the Level 2 screening, generated from the Clearinghouse must be on record for each personnel. If awaiting Out-of-St ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Background Screening Documents (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 19.5 Record Keeping/Background Screening, Page 49)
- Official code
- 41-05
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 explain the process for ensuring all staff members have current and up-to-date background screenings?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an inspection in February 2024 noted an instance where a staff member's background screening was expired. Asking about the current tracking process helps parents understand how the center maintains compliance with personnel requirements.
- Context
- The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your routine for inspecting the playground and outdoor play areas to ensure the ground cover is maintained?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from December 2025 identified that the protective ground cover on the playground was not maintained at the required depth. This question helps parents understand how the facility monitors outdoor safety and equipment upkeep.
- Context
- A later inspection on March 23, 2026, was completed without any findings.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you monitor the condition of the outdoor fencing to ensure it remains secure for the children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records show that equipment and outdoor area maintenance have been noted as topics in multiple reports over the last few years. Asking about current maintenance practices provides insight into how the center keeps the outdoor environment secure.
- Context
- A later inspection on March 23, 2026, was completed without any findings.
Related violations
General question
What is your approach to daily communication with parents regarding their child's activities and any updates in the classroom?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Consistent communication is essential for families to feel connected to their child's daily experiences and development. Understanding the center's preferred methods for sharing information helps parents determine if the communication style fits their needs.
General question
How do you handle staff training and professional development to ensure teachers are prepared for different classroom needs?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Learning about the center's commitment to staff training helps parents understand the level of support and preparation provided to those caring for the children. This information offers insight into the overall quality of care and classroom management.