Dunedin Montessori Academy
DUNEDIN, FL·Child Care FacilityLicensed
Contact information
Address1370 Michigan Blvd, Dunedin FL, 34698
CountyPINELLAS
Phone7277340332
Operating details
HoursMon 7:30AM to 5:30PM; Tue 7:30AM to 5:30PM; Wed 7:30AM to 5:30PM; Thu 7:30AM to 5:30PM; Fri 7:30AM to 5:30PM
Capacity44
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 12/15/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High0
- Medium-High2
- Medium5
- Medium-Low2
- Low0
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Location
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1370 Michigan Blvd, Dunedin FL, 34698, DUNEDIN, FL 34698
Questions to ask on a tour
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- This facility has staffing or training findings on its state record - ask about background checks, required training completion, and staff turnover
- Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
- Ask about the lead teacher's Montessori training and how closely the classroom follows the method
- Ask about teacher-to-child ratios and how supervision is maintained through the day
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 12/15/2025
- High0
- Medium-High2
- Medium2
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2025
- Medium-High riskStandard 1212/15/2025
12. Education, Training, and Other Personnel Records I.B., C. and V.A. . (12-19)
The childrens center did not have documented proof that all child care personnel were trained and knowledgeable within 30 day of employment in Fire Extinguisher Training. Comments: Please submit the certificate showing that the (1) staff member has taken Fire Extinguisher training. Compliance Comments There are four staff members that hold current credentials. Due: 12/22/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-12-15. View official inspection document (report 4ddd023b-0ea6-4b24-9dc6-5c551bb0209c)
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 171/23/2025
17. Daily Attendance/Center Closing Log: V.A. (17-09)
Child care personnel failed to ensure arrival and departure times were complete and accurate at the time of arrival or departure. Comments: Staff in the 1's classroom did not mark a child in attendance until Specialist was counting the children. The child had arrived 10 minutes earlier, and the staff member documented the time on the attendance roster. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-01-23. View official inspection document (report 5c7b033f-16f2-499f-b30d-60ced6e95a8c)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 271/23/2025
27. Fire Inspection VI.B. (27-01)
The childrens center did not have a current and approved fire safety inspection by the local fire authority. Comments: The current Fire inspection expires 1/14/26. The previous inspection expired on 1/10/25. Director states the Inspector was not able to visit until 1/14/25. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-01-23. View official inspection document (report 5c7b033f-16f2-499f-b30d-60ced6e95a8c)
Not corrected
2024
- Medium riskStandard 3110/2/2024
31. Separate Room (Infants) VI.C. (31-02)
child care personnel in the [1's] infant classroom failed to keep a door closed that lead to [the front area of the preschool]. Comments: A new staff member in the classroom was not aware that the door must be kept closed. Door was closed and remained closed throughout the inspection. Director understands the door must be closed while infants are present. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-10-02. View official inspection document (report f56a7765-207d-4437-bea3-56a1c474edbf)
Not corrected
Safety & Compliance Analysis
This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.
(Past 6 Months)
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Estimated monthly cost
$1,121/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: DUNEDIN, PINELLAS County
- Capacity: 44
- Type: Child Care Facility
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