Smiling Faces Junior Academy Inc

BRADENTON, FLChild Care FacilityLicensed

4.3based on state inspection data
Capacity103
HoursMon 6:30AM to 5:30PM; Tue 6:30AM to 5:30PM; Wed 6:30AM to 5:30PM; Thu 6:30AM to 5:30PM; Fri 6:30AM to 5:30PM
Est. price$922/mo

Contact information

Address1720 11th St W, Bradenton FL, 34205

CityBRADENTON, FL 34205

CountyMANATEE

Phone9417473925

Operating details

HoursMon 6:30AM to 5:30PM; Tue 6:30AM to 5:30PM; Wed 6:30AM to 5:30PM; Thu 6:30AM to 5:30PM; Fri 6:30AM to 5:30PM

Capacity103

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 10/29/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High5
  • Medium-High11
  • Medium6
  • Medium-Low3
  • Low0

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Location

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1720 11th St W, Bradenton FL, 34205, BRADENTON, FL 34205

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  1. This facility has staffing or training findings on its state record - ask about background checks, required training completion, and staff turnover
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  3. This is a large program - ask how children are grouped, how ratios are kept in each room, and how staff cover breaks
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Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 10/29/2025

  • High1
  • Medium-High3
  • Medium0
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

2025

  1. High riskStandard 3310/29/2025

    33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 CCF Handbook, Section 4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (33-13)

    Child care personnel did not complete preservice training requirements prior to unsupervised contact with or care of children or, if supervised, within 90 days of beginning employment or service with the provider. (Section 3.1 and 3.2 Training Requirements, Page 7) [SR] Comments: During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed 1 childcare personnel that did not complete preservice training requirements within 90 days of beginning employment or service with the provider. The provider has been given until 11/29/2025 to bring this standard back into compliance. School Readiness Handbook Section 3.1 Child care personnel must successfully complete the preservice training coursework described in this section, as applicable. All child care personnel must complete these preservice training requirements within 90 days of initial employment with any School Readiness provider. This timeframe does not start over if personnel change employment to another School Readiness provider within this initial 90 days. Personnel who have not completed all preservice training requirements are not allowed any unsupervised contact with or care of children in a School Readiness program. Due: 11/29/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-10-29. View official inspection document (report 42f8e40f-a7c0-414b-9ef7-03ab554cd8d8)

    Not corrected
  2. Medium-High riskStandard 3310/29/2025

    33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 CCF Handbook, Section 4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (33-06)

    The facility did not have documentation to show completion of a Department approved five-hour early literacy and language development course for child care personnel within 12 months of date of employment in child care industry and/or the early literacy course documentation was not uploaded in the Florida Pathways/Registry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.2 and 4.5, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Comments: During the time of inspection, the Owner/Operator/Director advised the Licensing Specialist that there are 13 employees. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 13 of the 13 employee records. The Licensing Specialist reviewed 10 hours of annual in-service, completed, for all child care personnel for the 2024/2025 fiscal year. REMINDER: In-service training for 2025/2026 fiscal year must be completed before July 1, 2026. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed 1 childcare personnel that did not complete an approved five-hour early literacy and language development course for child care personnel within 12 months of date of employment in child care industry. The provider has been given until 11/29/2025 to bring this standard back into compliance. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.2 Pursuant to Section 402.305(2)(e)5., F.S., all child care personnel must complete a single course of training in early literacy and language development of children ages birth through five years that is a minimum of five clock hours or .5 CEUs. Early literacy training must be completed within 12 months of date of employment in the child care industry. Proof of completion may be documented on a certificate of course completion, classroom transcript, or diploma. Child care personnel must complete one of the following: A. One of the Departments online literacy courses available on the Departments website. B. One of the Departments approved literacy courses. A list of these courses can be obtained from the Departments website. (No additional courses will be approved by the Department.) C. One college level early literacy course (for credit or non-credit) if taken within the last five years. CCF Handbook, Section 4.5, C Early literacy courses and school-age training documentation must be uploaded into the Florida Pathways (Registry), which may be accessed from the Departments website at www.myflfamilies.com/childcare. Due: 11/29/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-10-29. View official inspection document (report 42f8e40f-a7c0-414b-9ef7-03ab554cd8d8)

    Not corrected
  3. Medium-High riskStandard 127/21/2025

    12. (12-03)

    A health deficiency having a low potential for harm to the children in care was observed. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed in the School Age classroom, a telephone jack without a cover. The Operator was given until 8/21/2025, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 3.1 A.- General Health and Safety Requirements. 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. Outdoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety. Any problems must be corrected before the play area is used by children. Documentation of the indoor play area inspection must be maintained for 12 months. 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: 8/21/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-07-21. View official inspection document (report 89c3878e-0a6e-401d-93b7-ca8a64b542a9)

    Not corrected
  4. Medium-High riskStandard 097/21/2025

    09. Planned Activities CCF Handbook, Section 2.6 CCF Handbook, Section 2.6 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (09-06)

    The facility used electronic media time with children younger than 2 years of age. CCF Handbook, Section 2.6, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR] Comments: During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed child younger than 2 years of age watching electronic media. This standard was brought back into compliance at the time of the inspection, the personnel in the infant classroom turned off the electronic media. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 2.6 C: Planned Activities C: Do not include the use of electronic media for children under two years of age. Electronic media may only be used for educational purposes or physical activity for children 2 years of age and older for no more than 1 to 2 hours per day. 10. Field Trip Permission CCF Handbook, Section 2.7 CCF Handbook, Section 2.7 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-07-21. View official inspection document (report 89c3878e-0a6e-401d-93b7-ca8a64b542a9)

    Corrected at inspection

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Safety & Compliance Analysis

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25Total Violations
0Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

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Estimated monthly cost

$922/month

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About this daycare

  • Location: BRADENTON, MANATEE County
  • Capacity: 103
  • Type: Child Care Facility

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