Green Shoots Academy
FORT PIERCE, FL·Child Care FacilityLicensed
Contact information
Address503 S 32nd St, Fort Pierce FL, 34947
CountySAINT LUCIE
Phone7726724795
Operating details
HoursMon 7:00AM to 5:30PM; Tue 7:00AM to 5:30PM; Wed 7:00AM to 5:30PM; Thu 7:00AM to 5:30PM; Fri 7:00AM to 5:30PM
Capacity46
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 6/15/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High4
- Medium-High4
- Medium1
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
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Location
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503 S 32nd St, Fort Pierce FL, 34947, FORT PIERCE, FL 34947
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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: 6/15/2026
- High2
- Medium-High2
- Medium0
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2026
- High riskStandard 456/15/2026
45. (45-07)
Background screening was not completed: [ every five years after the initial screening.] CCF Handbook, Section 5.2 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: Licensing Specialist observed during the file review that the childcare personnel background screening retention expired 5/31/2026. Due: 6/29/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-06-15. View official inspection document (report 44585d3d-153a-4d57-9d2a-0203e5591038)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 322/26/2026
32. (32-07)
The ground cover or other protective surface under the [climbing equipment, swings and slides on the playground] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments: Playground equipment fall zones mulch not maintained and need resilient surface. TRAINING Compliance Comments Childcare Personnel 10-hour in-service for 2025/2026 year due by June 30, 2026. Due: 3/26/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-02-26. View official inspection document (report 86c5c7ce-3b85-40a3-8282-633b2caead81)
Not corrected - High riskStandard 452/26/2026
45. (45-07)
Background screening was not completed: [ every five years after the initial screening.] CCF Handbook, Section 5.2 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: Personnel staff live scan background screening level II have expired. See supplemental. Due: 3/12/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-02-26. View official inspection document (report 86c5c7ce-3b85-40a3-8282-633b2caead81)
Not corrected
2025
- Medium-High riskStandard 333/6/2025
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: See supplemental Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-03-06. View official inspection document (report a48ca5b1-2db6-49c6-ad00-ef3734bb0a66)
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
$1,121/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: FORT PIERCE, SAINT LUCIE County
- Capacity: 46
- Type: Child Care Facility
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