Gulf Coast Christian Academy
NORTH PORT, FL·Child Care FacilityLicensed
Contact information
Address2800 Pan American Blvd, North Port FL, 34287
CountySARASOTA
Phone9414239996
Operating details
HoursMon 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Tue 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Wed 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Thu 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Fri 7:00AM to 6:00PM
Capacity93
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 5/19/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High1
- Medium-High6
- Medium4
- Medium-Low2
- Low0
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2800 Pan American Blvd, North Port FL, 34287, NORTH PORT, FL 34287
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Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 5/19/2025
- High1
- Medium-High3
- Medium2
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2025
- Medium riskStandard 355/19/2025
35. (35-19)
The classroom assigned to the [four year old VPK] age group did not have a sink for hand washing with running water. Comments: There was not a handwashing sink available in the four year old VPK classroom. 36. Drinking Water Available rule 65C-22.002(10), F.A.C. rule 65C-22.002(10), F.A.C. (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 12 Health and Sanitation, Page 28) Compliance 37. Sanitary Diapering rule 65C-22.002(10), F.A.C. rule 65C-22.002(10), F.A.C. (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 12.3, Diapering, Pages 28-29) Not Applicable 38. Diaper Disposal rule 65C-22.002(10), F.A.C. rule 65C-22.002(10), F.A.C. (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 12.3, Diapering, Pages 28-29) Not Applicable 39. Indoor Equipment rule 65C-22.002(11), F.A.C. 62-133(f) rule 65C-22.002(11), F.A.C. 62-133(f) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 11, Equipment and Furnishings, Pages 26-27) Compliance 40. Outdoor Equipment rule 65C-22.002(11), F.A.C. 62-133(c)(2) rule 65C-22.002(11), F.A.C. 62-133(c)(2) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 11, Equipment and Furnishings, Pages 26-27) Compliance TRAINING 41. Training Requirements ss. 402.305(2) - (3), F.S. & rule 65C-22.003(2) (3), F.A.C. ss. 402.305(2) - (3), F.S. & rule 65C-22.003(2) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 18 Training Requirements, Pages 42-44) Compliance 42. 10-Hour In-Service rule 65C-22.003(6), F.A.C. 62-133(a)(11) rule 65C-22.003(6), F.A.C. 62-133(a)(11) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 18 Training Requirements, Pages 42-44) Compliance Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-05-19. View official inspection document (report 05309ce9-314f-4583-820c-56329b3de281)
Not corrected
2024
- Medium riskStandard 219/18/2024
21. (21-06)
Staff failed to inspect the playground before allowing children on the playground. Comments: Daily playground inspection performed but current documentation was not at facility at time of inspection. 22. Fencing rule 65C-22.002(4), F.A.C, 62-133(c)(3) rule 65C-22.002(4), F.A.C, 62-133(c)(3) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10.8 Fencing, Pages 25-26) Compliance 23. Individual Bedding rule 65C-22.002(5), 65C-22.002(10), 65C-22.008(3), F.A.C, rule 65C-22.002(5), 65C-22.002(10), 65C-22.008(3), (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 12.4 Bedding and Linens, Page 29) Compliance 24. Bedding and Linens rule 65C-22.002(10), F.A.C. 62-133(e)(6) rule 65C-22.002(10), F.A.C. 62-133(e)(6) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 12.4 Bedding and Linens, Page 29) Compliance 25. Nap/Sleep Space Requirements rule 65C-22.002(5), F.A.C. rule 65C-22.002(5), F.A.C. (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10.4 Nap and Sleep Space(s)/Safe Sleep Practices, Page 24) Noncompliance Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-09-18. View official inspection document (report f2a3f8c0-84e1-4769-a825-4abf5b9381a8)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 259/18/2024
25. (25-02)
The nap/sleep space was under furniture or against furniture that created a hazard. (Section 10.4, number 4) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: Two childrens cots were placed against shelving with items on top. Provider was advised to either move cots away from shelves or clear the shelves. 26. Exit Area Clear rule 65C-22.002(5) and (7), F.A.C. rule 65C-22.002(5) and (7), F.A.C. (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10.5 Exit Area, Page 25) Compliance 27. Crib Requirements rule 65C-22.002(5), F.A.C. rule 65C-22.002(5), F.A.C. (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10.4 Nap and Sleep Space(s)/Safe Sleep Practices, Page 24) Not Applicable 28. Toilets and Sinks rule 65C-22.002(6), F.A.C. rule 65C-22.002(6), F.A.C. (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10.6 Bathrooms and Sinks, Page 25) Compliance 29. Potty Chairs rule 65C-22.002(6), F.A.C. rule 65C-22.002(6), F.A.C. (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10.6 Bathrooms and Sinks, Page 25) Not Applicable 30. Bath Facilities and Supervision rule 65C-22.002(6), F.A.C. rule 65C-22.002(6), F.A.C. (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10.6 Bathrooms and Sinks, Page 25 and Section 5 Supervision, Pages 16-17) Compliance 31. Bathroom Supplies and Equipment rule 65C-22.002(6), F.A.C. 62-133(d) rule 65C-22.002(6), F.A.C. 62-133(d) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10.6 Bathrooms and Sinks, Page 25) Compliance 32. Operable Phone rule 65C-22.002(7), F.A.C. rule 65C-22.002(7), F.A.C. (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 14.2 Fire Safety, Page 33) Compliance 33. Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness rule 65C-22.002(7) F.A.C. rule 65C-22.002(7) F.A.C. (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 14 Fire Safety and Emergency Preparedness and Response, Page 32-34) Compliance 34. Food Preparation Area 65C-22.002(8), F.A.C. 65C-22.002(8), F.A.C. (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 17.1 Food Preparation Area and Section 17.2 Food Storage, Pages 37-38) Compliance 35. Health and Sanitation rule 65C-22.002(10), F.A.C. 62-133(a)(12), 62-135(a) rule 65C-22.002(10), F.A.C. 62-133(a)(12), 62-135 (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 12 Health and Sanitation, Page 28) Compliance 36. Drinking Water Available rule 65C-22.002(10), F.A.C. rule 65C-22.002(10), F.A.C. (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 12 Health and Sanitation, Page 28) Compliance 37. Sanitary Diapering rule 65C-22.002(10), F.A.C. rule 65C-22.002(10), F.A.C. (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 12.3, Diapering, Pages 28-29) Not Applicable 38. Diaper Disposal rule 65C-22.002(10), F.A.C. rule 65C-22.002(10), F.A.C. (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 12.3, Diapering, Pages 28-29) Not Applicable 39. Indoor Equipment rule 65C-22.002(11), F.A.C. 62-133(f) rule 65C-22.002(11), F.A.C. 62-133(f) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 11, Equipment and Furnishings, Pages 26-27) Compliance Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-09-18. View official inspection document (report f2a3f8c0-84e1-4769-a825-4abf5b9381a8)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 579/18/2024
57. (57-03)
The Student Health Examination/DH Form 3040 was no longer current (over two years since last examination) for the child(ren). (Section 19.2, number 1) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: One student had out of date physical. Due: 10/2/2024 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-09-18. View official inspection document (report f2a3f8c0-84e1-4769-a825-4abf5b9381a8)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 579/18/2024
57. (57-05)
A current DH Form 680, Florida Certification of Immunization, was missing for the child(ren). (Section 19.2, number 2) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: One student did not have a 680 immunization form. Due: 10/2/2024 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-09-18. View official inspection document (report f2a3f8c0-84e1-4769-a825-4abf5b9381a8)
Not corrected - High riskStandard 579/18/2024
57. (57-07)
The immunization record was incomplete for the child(ren). The record did not document signature of a physician, dates immunizations were administered, or the expiration date. (Section 19.2, number 2) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: One student had out of date immunization form. 58. Enrollment Information on File/Current ss. 402.3125(5), 402.305(12), F.S. & rule 65C-22.006(3), F.A.C. ss. 402.3125(5), 402.305(12), F.S. & rule 65C-22.0 (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 19.2 record Keeping/Childrens Files, Page 47) Compliance 59. Personnel Records ss. 402.3055(1), F.S., rule 65C-22.003(4), & rule 65C22.006(4) - (5), F.A.C. ss. 402.3055(1), F.S., rule 65C-22.003(4), & rule (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 19.4 Record Keeping/Personnel Records, Page 48) Compliance 60. Background Screening Documents ss. 402.3054, F.S. & rule 65C-22.006(4), F.A.C. ss. 402.3054, F.S. & rule 65C-22.006(4), F.A.C. (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 19.5 Record Keeping/Background Screening, Page 49) Compliance Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-09-18. View official inspection document (report f2a3f8c0-84e1-4769-a825-4abf5b9381a8)
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
$1,065/month
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About this daycare
- Location: NORTH PORT, SARASOTA County
- Capacity: 93
- Type: Child Care Facility
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