Stepping Stones Christian Academy: Christian Daycare in Belleview
A licensed Belleview center for infants through school age, open 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., with School Readiness and transportation; VPK is not on its state record.
By Darrin DeTorres, Only In Ocala · Last verified October 5, 2026
What is Stepping Stones Christian Academy?
Stepping Stones Christian Academy is a licensed child care center at 5302 SE 110th St in Belleview, licensed by the state since 2018. It cares for infants through school-age children from 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. on weekdays, offers before and after school care and transportation, and accepts School Readiness.
Stepping Stones Christian Academy: verified facts
Last verified October 5, 2026 against the Florida DCF provider record and the provider's own pages
- Address
- 5302 SE 110th St, Belleview, FL 34420
- Phone
- (352) 347-3055
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 6:30 a.m.–6:00 p.m.
- Ages
- Infants through school age
- VPK
- No
- Church or ministry
- Christian academy; no sponsoring church named
- State license
- Licensed by Florida DCF, C05MA0188, capacity 135; accepts School Readiness
Tuition
Not published. Call for current rates.
Programs
- Infant care
- Toddler and preschool
- Before and after school
- Transportation
Check inspection history on the Florida DCF child care provider search (search license C05MA0188).
See all Ocala church daycaresAbout the program
Stepping Stones Christian Academy is a licensed child care center at 5302 SE 110th Street in Belleview, south of Ocala. The state has licensed it since 2018. It has no website and does not name a sponsoring church; "Christian" is part of its name.
The center is open 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. and cares for infants through school-age children, with before and after school care, meals and transportation on its state record. It uses the Creative Curriculum for infants, toddlers and 2s and Frog Street for older children. Capacity is 135.
VPK is not on its state record, but it accepts School Readiness. Families who want free VPK nearby can compare programs such as Bright Beginnings Learning Center in Summerfield. Call (352) 347-3055 for openings and rates.
Frequently asked questions about Stepping Stones Christian Academy
Where is Stepping Stones Christian Academy located?
Stepping Stones Christian Academy is at 5302 SE 110th St, Belleview, FL 34420, south of Ocala in Marion County. Its phone number is (352) 347-3055.
What hours is Stepping Stones Christian Academy open?
It is open Monday through Friday from 6:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., according to its state record and Google listing.
What ages does Stepping Stones Christian Academy serve?
Its state record lists infant care, full-day care and before and after school care, so it serves children from infancy through school age. Call to confirm openings for your child's age.
Is Stepping Stones Christian Academy licensed?
Yes. The Florida Department of Children and Families has licensed it since 2018 (license C05MA0188), with a capacity of 135 children. Its inspection history is public on the DCF provider search.
Does Stepping Stones Christian Academy offer VPK?
VPK is not on its state record. It does accept School Readiness, Florida's subsidized child care program.
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.