Future Stars Preschool Academy

OCALA, FLChild Care FacilityLicensed

2.6based on state inspection data
Capacity140
HoursMon 6:00AM to 6:00PM; Tue 6:00AM to 6:00PM; Wed 6:00AM to 6:00PM; Thu 6:00AM to 6:00PM; Fri 6:00AM to 6:00PM
Est. price$922/mo

Contact information

Address2746 NE 14th St, Ocala FL, 34470

CityOCALA, FL 34470

CountyMARION

Phone3528772100

Operating details

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

Capacity140

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 5/11/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High0
  • Medium-High4
  • Medium1
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

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2746 NE 14th St, Ocala FL, 34470, OCALA, FL 34470

Questions to ask on a tour

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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: 5/11/2026

  • High0
  • Medium-High4
  • Medium1
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

2026

  1. Medium riskStandard 115/11/2026

    11. Child Discipline CCF Handbook, Section 2.8 (11-03)

    Child care personnel did not comply with the facility's written disciplinary and expulsion policies. CCF Handbook, Section 2.8, B General Requirements [SR] Comments: Employee did not follow the discipline policy. Employee dismissed at this time. 2.8 Child Discipline A. The child care facility shall adopt a discipline policy consistent with Section 402.305(12), F.S., including standards that prohibit children from being subjected to discipline which is severe, humiliating, frightening, or associated with food, rest, or toileting. Spanking or any other form of physical punishment is prohibited. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-05-11. View official inspection document (report ca786b89-cce3-4a98-ad74-f311fa79dc4b)

    Corrected at inspection
  2. Medium-High riskStandard 122/6/2026

    12. (12-01)

    Areas of the facility were found to be in need of cleaning. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: Counselor observed dirty character state rug and regular carpets with spills and dirty spots in 3s classroom2B classroom brown carpet is with dirty spotsBrown carpet adjacent from the lunchroom area is dirty. Photos taken and sent to Director during time of inspection.A. All child care facilities must be clean, in good repair, free from health and safety hazards and from evidence of, or presence of, vermin infestation. Indoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety and documented on a daily inspection log. Due: 3/6/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-02-06. View official inspection document (report 9ebb0b90-9db5-4634-a1ac-8c8c5a0bf168)

    Not corrected
  3. Medium-High riskStandard 122/6/2026

    12. (12-02)

    An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: Counselor observed peeling paint on walls in ballroom, classroom 2B, and classroom adjacent to the lunchPhotos taken and sent to Director during time of inspection.A. All child care facilities must be clean, in good repair, free from health and safety hazards and from evidence of, or presence of, vermin infestation. Indoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety and documented on a daily inspection log. 13. Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons CCF Handbook, Section 3.2 CCF Handbook, Section 3.2 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 14. Lighting, Temperature, and Ventilation CCF Handbook, Section 3.3 CCF Handbook, Section 3.3 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 15. Licensed Capacity CCF Handbook , Section 3.4 CCF Handbook , Section 3.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Due: 3/6/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-02-06. View official inspection document (report 9ebb0b90-9db5-4634-a1ac-8c8c5a0bf168)

    Not corrected
  4. Medium-High riskStandard 322/6/2026

    32. (32-03)

    The play equipment was not maintained in a safe or sanitary condition for the children to use in that [broken, chipped paint]. 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 playground a cracked seat of the children plastic picnic table (removed at time of inspection). Yellow/ red climber slide (the ladder of the climber the paint has peeled off exposing the rust and corrosion) Mushroom playhouse is coming apart, with jagged edges. Round window on the mushroom playhouse nails is coming unscrewed from the sides.TA was given to provider to maintain outdoor play equipment free from rust, chip paint and broken equipment. B. All playground equipment must be securely anchored, unless portable or stationary by design, in good repair, maintained in safe and sanitary condition TRAINING Due: 3/6/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-02-06. View official inspection document (report 9ebb0b90-9db5-4634-a1ac-8c8c5a0bf168)

    Not corrected

2025

  1. Medium-High riskStandard 397/16/2025

    39. Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation CCF Handbook, Section 6.3 & 6.4 (39-03)

    Child care personnel failed to document an accident or incident on the day that it occurred. CCF Handbook, Section 6.4, A Health Requirements [SR] Comments: Director did not complete an incident report at the time when parent brought the incident to their attention. Child is no longer enrolled. 40. Medication CCF Handbook, Section 6.5 Not Monitored RECORD KEEPING 41. Immunization Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 Not Monitored 42. Student Health and Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 Not Monitored 43. Enrollment Information CCF Handbook, Section 7.3 & s. 402.3054(2), F.S. Not Monitored 44. Personnel Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 Not Monitored 45. Background Screening Documents CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 Not Monitored 46. Daily Attendance CCF Handbook, Section 7.5 Not Monitored ENFORCEMENT Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-07-16. View official inspection document (report e71751ec-3171-4525-a969-1252a93ee5fd)

    Corrected at inspection

Safety & Compliance Analysis

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

5Total Violations
1Recent 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: 140
  • Type: Child Care Facility

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