Bear Lake Montessori Academy
ALTAMONTE SPRINGS, FL·Child Care FacilityLicensed
Contact information
Address843 N State Road 434, Altamonte Springs FL, 32714
CityALTAMONTE SPRINGS, FL 32714
CountySEMINOLE
Phone4077862255
Operating details
HoursMon 7:15AM to 6:00PM; Tue 7:15AM to 6:00PM; Wed 7:15AM to 6:00PM; Thu 7:15AM to 6:00PM; Fri 7:15AM to 6:00PM
Capacity50
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 11/18/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High2
- Medium-High4
- Medium3
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
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Location
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843 N State Road 434, Altamonte Springs FL, 32714, ALTAMONTE SPRINGS, FL 32714
Questions to ask on a tour
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- 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
- Ask about the lead teacher's Montessori training and how closely the classroom follows the method
- Ask about teacher-to-child ratios and how supervision is maintained through the day
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 11/18/2025
- High0
- Medium-High1
- Medium1
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2025
- Medium riskStandard 3311/18/2025
33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 (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 Comments: One staff has not started the required 40-hour training. Due: 12/19/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-11-18. View official inspection document (report f25d8dd2-173d-4192-9423-59a5cc05d6bb)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 413/26/2025
41. (41-02)
The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: Four children's immunization records are expired.The child care facility is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed Florida Certification of Immunization form Part A-1, B, or C, DH 680, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(o), F.A.C., or the Religious Exemption from Immunization form, DH 681, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001 (7)(p), F.A.C., from the custodial parent or legal guardian. DH Form 680 and DH Form 681 may be obtained from the local county health department. Specific immunization requirements are included and detailed in the most current edition of the Immunization Guidelines- Florida Schools, Child Care Facilities and Family Day Care Homes as promulgated by the Florida Department of Health. 42. Student Health and Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-03-26. View official inspection document (report ecae3a26-1d8b-4649-b6cc-92b0c750f35e)
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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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: ALTAMONTE SPRINGS, SEMINOLE County
- Capacity: 50
- Type: Child Care Facility
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