Future Scholars Academy: Faith-Based Preschool in East Ocala
A small religious-exempt preschool in east Ocala with VPK, School Readiness and after school care, open 6:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
By Darrin DeTorres, Only In Ocala · Last verified October 5, 2026
What is Future Scholars Academy of Ocala?
Future Scholars Academy of Ocala is a small faith-based preschool at 5854 SE 5th St in east Ocala that operates under Florida's religious exemption. Its state record lists full- and half-day care, VPK, after school and drop-in care, with hours of 6:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. on weekdays.
Future Scholars Academy of Ocala: verified facts
Last verified October 5, 2026 against the Florida DCF provider record and the provider's own pages
- Address
- 5854 SE 5th St, Ocala, FL 34472
- Phone
- (352) 694-3115
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 6:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m.
- Ages
- Preschool through after school (call to confirm ages)
- VPK
- Yes, free for eligible 4-year-olds
- Church or ministry
- Listed as faith-based and religious-exempt on its state record; no church named publicly
- State license
- Religious-exempt (not licensed by DCF), X05MA0051, capacity 45; accepts School Readiness
- Website
- Facebook page
Tuition
Not published. Call for current rates.
Programs
- Full day and half day
- VPK
- After school
- Drop-in
Where sources differ
- Google lists Units 6/7 at this address; the state record says Unit 5.
Check inspection history on the Florida DCF child care provider search (search license X05MA0051).
See all Ocala church daycaresAbout the program
Future Scholars Academy of Ocala is at 5854 SE 5th Street in east Ocala. Its state record lists it as faith-based and operating under Florida's religious exemption, though the academy does not name a sponsoring church on its Facebook page or Google listing.
The state record shows full- and half-day care, VPK, after school care and drop-in care, with hours of 6:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and a capacity of 45. It also takes School Readiness families.
The academy's former website no longer loads, and it does not publish ages or tuition. Call (352) 694-3115 to ask which ages have openings.
Frequently asked questions about Future Scholars Academy of Ocala
Where is Future Scholars Academy located in Ocala?
The academy is at 5854 SE 5th St, Ocala, FL 34472. Its phone number is (352) 694-3115, and it is open Monday through Friday from 6:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Does Future Scholars Academy offer VPK?
Yes. Its state record lists VPK, which is free for Florida children who turn 4 on or before September 1. Families need a Certificate of Eligibility from the Early Learning Coalition of Marion County before enrolling.
Does Future Scholars Academy accept subsidized child care?
Yes. Its state record lists School Readiness, the subsidized child care program administered by the Early Learning Coalition of Marion County for eligible working families.
Before you visit
Call ahead to ask about openings for your child's age, the current tuition and registration fees, and how faith is part of the day. If you plan to use VPK, apply for a Certificate of Eligibility through the Early Learning Coalition of Marion County before you enroll; the provider needs it to hold a VPK seat. Our tour checklist covers ratios, staff screening, safety and pickup rules.