La Petite Academy
MERRITT ISLAND, FL·Child Care FacilityLicensed
Contact information
Address2200 N Courtenay Pkwy, Merritt Island FL, 32953
CountyBREVARD
Phone3214591825
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
Capacity135
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 3/23/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High1
- Medium-High5
- Medium0
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
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Location
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2200 N Courtenay Pkwy, Merritt Island FL, 32953, MERRITT ISLAND, FL 32953
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- This facility has supervision-related findings on its state record - ask specifically how ratios are maintained during transitions, outdoor play, and nap time
- Ask what changed after their most recent supervision citation and how compliance is monitored now
- 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
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 3/23/2026
- High1
- Medium-High5
- Medium0
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2026
- Medium-High riskStandard 063/23/2026
06. (06-01)
The facility's driver did not have [ Valid certificate(s) of course completion for first aid training and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) procedures]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR] Comments: A driver of the facility did not have current CPR and First Aid. Technical assistance was given to the facility that all drivers must have current CPR and First Aid. 07. Vehicle Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 08. Seat Belts/Child Restraints CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 and CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.5 CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 and CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.5 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Due: 4/1/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-23. View official inspection document (report 5268f3e6-35ce-4306-bb25-f60a33e8b290)
Not corrected
2025
- High riskStandard 037/15/2025
03. Ratio Sufficient CCF Handbook, Section 2.3 CCF Handbook, Section 2.3 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (03-01)
A ratio of [two] child care personnel for [seven infant] children is required. A ratio of [one] child care personnel for [seven infant] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR] Comments: This Licensing Specialist observed one staff with seven infants in the room. Another teacher called the other staff that should have been in the infant's room. Technical assistance was given to the Lead teacher that at no time should the infants be out at ratio. This was corrected at the time of the inspection. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-07-15. View official inspection document (report e301b147-32a1-4f32-9563-562387f8d8d5)
Corrected at inspection - Medium-High riskStandard 297/15/2025
29. (29-03)
Child care personnel did not assist children with hand washing [after diapering.]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments: A staff was observed diapering an infant and failed to wash the child's hands after diapering. Technical assistance was given to the staff, and she washed the infant's hands at the time of the inspection. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-07-15. View official inspection document (report e301b147-32a1-4f32-9563-562387f8d8d5)
Corrected at inspection - Medium-High riskStandard 417/15/2025
41. (41-01)
Child(ren) did not have a Florida Certification of Immunization (DH Form 680) or a Religious Exemption from Immunization (DH Form 681), on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: Twelve children did not have current Florida Certificate of Immunization on file. Technical assistance was given to the Assistant Director who agrees with time frame as the renewal for the facility will be 8/26/25. 42. Student Health and Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 43. Enrollment Information CCF Handbook, Section 7.3 & s. 402.3054(2), F.S. CCF Handbook, Section 7.3 & s. 402.3054(2), F.S. (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Compliance Comments All staff files were reviewed and entered in CARES. Due: 8/7/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-07-15. View official inspection document (report e301b147-32a1-4f32-9563-562387f8d8d5)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 457/15/2025
45. (45-02)
Documentation of Level 2 Clearinghouse screening clearance was missing for child care personnel. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1,C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: The staff who prepares the food has not been Level 2 Screened. Technical assistance was given to the Assistant Director that the staff needs to be Level 2 Screened. Due: 7/25/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-07-15. View official inspection document (report e301b147-32a1-4f32-9563-562387f8d8d5)
Not corrected
2024
- Medium-High riskStandard 3312/12/2024
33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 CCF Handbook, Section 4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (33-03)
The facility did not have documentation to show child care personnel had begun the introductory training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Comments: The facility did not have documentation to show childcare personnel had begun the introductory training for School Readiness within 90 days of employment, in the child care industry. Technical assistance was given to the facility, and the facility has 30 days to comply. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-12-12. View official inspection document (report 69f448ab-83ce-4ec3-b23a-6b04394678a0)
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
$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: MERRITT ISLAND, BREVARD County
- Capacity: 135
- Type: Child Care Facility
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