The Oak Tree Christian Academy of Ocala (South)

OCALA, FLChild Care FacilityLicensed

4.5based on state inspection data
Capacity149
HoursMon 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Tue 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Wed 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Thu 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Fri 6:30AM to 6:00PM
Est. price$922/mo

Contact information

Address920 NE 35th St, Ocala FL, 34479

CityOCALA, FL 34479

CountyMARION

Phone3526906868

Operating details

HoursMon 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Tue 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Wed 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Thu 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Fri 6:30AM to 6:00PM

Capacity149

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 1/20/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High0
  • Medium-High5
  • Medium0
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

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920 NE 35th St, Ocala FL, 34479, OCALA, FL 34479

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  1. Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
  2. This is a large program - ask how children are grouped, how ratios are kept in each room, and how staff cover breaks
  3. Ask about teacher-to-child ratios and how supervision is maintained through the day
  4. Ask about their illness policy and which symptoms require a child to stay home

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 1/20/2026

  • High0
  • Medium-High3
  • Medium0
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

2026

  1. Medium-High riskStandard 321/20/2026

    32. (32-03)

    The play equipment was not maintained in a safe or sanitary condition for the children to use in that [chipped paint, rust swing chains]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B and F (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments: Counselor observed on the older children playground a blue stationary car with chipped paint, Counselor observed the chipped paint on the ground. Counselor observed rusty swing chains, some of the swing chain covering is peeling off due to age. Photos were taken and forwarded to Director B. All playground equipment must be securely anchored, unless portable or stationary by design, in good repair, maintained in safe and sanitary condition, and placed to ensure safe use by the children. Maintenance must include inspections conducted every month of all supports above and below the ground and of all connectors and moving parts. Documentation of maintenance inspections must be maintained for 12 months. C. All equipment, fences, and objects on the facilitys premises shall be free from sharp, broken and jagged edges, and properly placed to prevent overcrowding or safety hazards in any one area. TRAINING Due: 2/16/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-01-20. View official inspection document (report 8f8cce85-3517-4060-ae4a-d9c5d9e62f99)

    Not corrected
  2. Medium-High riskStandard 411/20/2026

    41. (41-02)

    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] Comments: Child listed on supplement immunization expired. 42. Student Health and Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Compliance Comments Counselor reviewed all 35 children files. 43. Enrollment Information CCF Handbook, Section 7.3 & s. 402.3054(2), F.S. CCF Handbook, Section 7.3 & s. 402.3054(2), F.S. (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Compliance Comments Counselor reviewed all 8 staff files. Due: 2/16/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-01-20. View official inspection document (report 8f8cce85-3517-4060-ae4a-d9c5d9e62f99)

    Not corrected

2025

  1. Medium-High riskStandard 329/17/2025

    32. (32-03)

    The play equipment was not maintained in a safe or sanitary condition for the children to use in that [peeling paint and splitting floor board]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B and F (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments: Counselor observed that the floorboard on the swing in the one's playground is splitting, stationary yellow and blue car has peeling paint over in the older children playground. Technical assistance provided to rake mulch in under and around swing and slides on older children playground. Technical assistance provided to clean office vines on fence line on the 2's / 3's playground. B. All playground equipment must be securely anchored, unless portable or stationary by design, in good repair, maintained in safe and sanitary condition, and placed to ensure safe use by the children. Maintenance must include inspections conducted every month of all supports above and below the ground and of all connectors and moving parts TRAINING Due: 9/29/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-09-17. View official inspection document (report 52baf11d-889e-4c5c-8482-dc3e9fac7655)

    Not corrected

Safety & Compliance Analysis

This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.

5Total Violations
0Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

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Estimated monthly cost

$922/month

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Typical prices in Florida run about $904/month for infant care at a center (federal median)see daycare costs in Florida by age group.

About this daycare

  • Location: OCALA, MARION County
  • Capacity: 149
  • Type: Child Care Facility

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