Starchild Academy Windermere
WINDERMERE, FL·Child Care FacilityLicensed
Contact information
Address11815 Silverlake Park Dr, Windermere FL, 34786
CountyORANGE
Phone4078767827
Operating details
HoursMon 7:00AM to 6:30PM; Tue 7:00AM to 6:30PM; Wed 7:00AM to 6:30PM; Thu 7:00AM to 6:30PM; Fri 7:00AM to 6:30PM
Capacity378
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 1/12/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High3
- Medium-High2
- Medium4
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
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Location
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11815 Silverlake Park Dr, Windermere FL, 34786, WINDERMERE, FL 34786
Questions to ask on a tour
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- Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
- This is a large program - ask how children are grouped, how ratios are kept in each room, and how staff cover breaks
- Ask about teacher-to-child ratios and how supervision is maintained through the day
- Ask about their illness policy and which symptoms require a child to stay home
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 1/12/2026
- High1
- Medium-High1
- Medium2
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2026
- High riskStandard 051/12/2026
05. Transportation CCF Handbook, Section 2.5 CCF Handbook, Section 2.5 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (05-04)
The facility's transportation log did not include [Signatures]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.2 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR] Comments: Specialist observed that during the month of October signature of the second sweep were not on the log. Director was advised to complete the full month of January and send that in for review to include all required signatures. 06. Driver's License, Physician Certification & First Aid/CPR Training CCF Handbook, Section 2.5 and CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 CCF Handbook, Section 2.5 and CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Due: 2/12/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-01-12. View official inspection document (report b0322582-3f50-4244-9f70-ca28bf06871f)
Not corrected
2025
- Medium riskStandard 115/29/2025
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: The group was on the floor forming a circle with the child care personnel, who was talking. The child was distracted and disrupting another child. The child care personnel squeezed the child's thigh to make her stop interrupting. The child looked at and touched her thigh on a gesture of pain. The child care personnel has been suspended. PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT 12. Facility Environment CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 Not Monitored Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-05-29. View official inspection document (report bd725e61-b01b-4028-beeb-86dbc1d4b646)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 171/23/2025
17. (17-02)
The facility's outdoor play area contained litter, nails, glass or other hazards that posed a threat to the health, safety or well-being of the children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: Playground has a large hole in the ground (back, left corner 2-3 playground.) According to the children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) The hole appears as a hazard, posing a threat to the health, safety or well-being of the children. Director has advised Licensing Specialist that hole in ground will be remediated this week. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-01-23. View official inspection document (report f6d7f881-7b66-4876-80d6-7401c81bbf1c)
Not corrected
2024
- Medium riskStandard 189/17/2024
18. Bedding and Linens CCF Handbook, Section 3.6 (18-12)
Bedding and/or linens were not stored in a sanitary manner. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1, G & H Physical Environment [SR] Comments: During the time of this inspection, Licensing observed the linen was stored in a manner that allowed them to come in contact with the floor and other children's linen. According to the DCF handbook Bedding and linens, when not in use, must be stored in a sanitary manner which prevents the spread of germs or lice from other linens. All bedding and linens must be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized at least once a week, and before use by another child. Not Applicable Comments It was not napping time during the walk through of the facility. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-09-17. View official inspection document (report 64d9d762-1615-4154-9d04-ce3f2aa3ade1)
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
$956/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: WINDERMERE, ORANGE County
- Capacity: 378
- Type: Child Care Facility
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