Coral Reef Academy

MELBOURNE, FLChild Care FacilityLicensed

4.5based on state inspection data
Capacity261
HoursMon 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Tue 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Wed 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Thu 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Fri 6:30AM to 6:00PM
Est. price$922/mo

Contact information

Address1755 W Nasa Blvd, Melbourne FL, 32901

CityMELBOURNE, FL 32901

CountyBREVARD

Phone3218373330

Operating details

HoursMon 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Tue 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Wed 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Thu 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Fri 6:30AM to 6:00PM

Capacity261

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 5/20/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High2
  • Medium-High0
  • Medium1
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

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1755 W Nasa Blvd, Melbourne FL, 32901, MELBOURNE, FL 32901

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  1. This facility has supervision-related findings on its state record - ask specifically how ratios are maintained during transitions, outdoor play, and nap time
  2. Ask what changed after their most recent supervision citation and how compliance is monitored now
  3. This facility has safety-related findings on its state record - ask how the cited hazards were corrected and when emergency drills were last run
  4. This facility has staffing or training findings on its state record - ask about background checks, required training completion, and staff turnover

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 5/20/2026

  • High2
  • Medium-High0
  • Medium1
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

2026

  1. Medium riskStandard 335/20/2026

    33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 (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 Comments: Licensing Specialist observed 1 CCP 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. Director had staff complete the course at time of inspection, putting the provider back in compliance for this standard. T/A Given in regard to child care personnel needing this course completed within 12 months of date of employment in child care industry. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-05-20. View official inspection document (report f66ee164-e7d5-4cce-96f1-fe18e669447a)

    Corrected at inspection

2025

  1. High riskStandard 041/9/2025

    04. Supervision CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 (04-01)

    Supervision of children in the [one year old] group was inadequate in that [a child was able to gain access to contents of a teacher's purse]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 General Requirements [SR] Comments: Licensing Specialist observed video footage of a child get and gain access to contents of a teacher's purse down from a toy table in the classroom. This was resolved at time of inspection. T/A given in regards to staff putting personal belonging out of reach of children or in a locked cabinet. 05. Transportation CCF Handbook, Section 2.5 Not Monitored 06. Driver's License, Physician Certification & First Aid/CPR Training CCF Handbook, Section 2.5 and CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 Not Monitored 07. Vehicle Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 Not Monitored 08. Seat Belts/Child Restraints CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 and CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.5 Not Monitored 09. Planned Activities CCF Handbook, Section 2.6 Not Monitored Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-01-09. View official inspection document (report ce2a9112-1f40-42b3-a0a1-900b3d0d6846)

    Not corrected
  2. High riskStandard 131/9/2025

    13. Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons CCF Handbook, Section 3.2 (13-02)

    The facilitys storage of harmful items including cleaning supplies, flammable products, and poisonous, toxic and hazardous materials allowed access by children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B Physical Environment [SR] Comments: Licensing Specialist observed video footage of a child get a teacher's purse down off a toy table in the classroom, drag it by the handle to another child where they found a nicotine vape that fell out of the purse. this child then proceeded to put it in their mouth. This was resolved at time of inspection. T/A given in regards to staff putting personal belonging out of reach of children or in a locked cabinet. 14. Lighting, Temperature, and Ventilation CCF Handbook, Section 3.3 Not Monitored 15. Licensed Capacity CCF Handbook , Section 3.4 Not Monitored 16. Indoor Floor Space CCF Handbook, Section 3.4 Not Monitored 17. Outdoor Play Area/Fencing CCF Handbook, Section 3.5 Not Monitored 18. Bedding and Linens CCF Handbook, Section 3.6 Not Monitored 19. Nap/Sleep Space Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.2 Not Monitored 20. Crib Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 3.6 Not Monitored 21. Restrooms and Bath Facilities CCF Handbook, Section 3.7 Not Monitored 22. Operable Phone CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.1 Not Monitored 23. Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness CCF Handbook, Section 3.8 Not Monitored FOOD AND NUTRITION 24. Food Preparation Area CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 Not Monitored 25. Meals and Snacks CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 Not Monitored 26. Meal and Snack Menus CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3 & Section 7 Not Monitored Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-01-09. View official inspection document (report ce2a9112-1f40-42b3-a0a1-900b3d0d6846)

    Not corrected

Safety & Compliance Analysis

This daycare has few recorded violations. Always visit in person to verify conditions.

3Total 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: MELBOURNE, BREVARD County
  • Capacity: 261
  • Type: Child Care Facility

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