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In The Beginning Learning Center

5503 12th St E, Bradenton FL, 34203

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VPKSchool ReadinessCenter-basedAfter SchoolBefore SchoolDrop InFood ServedFull DayHalf Day
  • Ages6 wks – 5 yrs
  • HoursContact for hours
  • Capacity55 children

Overview

About Us

In The Beginning Learning Center is a licensed child care center with a mid-sized DCF-licensed capacity of 55 children in Bradenton, Florida. The provider has held an active DCF license in Manatee County for 12 years.

Programs on record for this provider include Florida's free Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK) and Florida School Readiness subsidies. Use the licensing, inspection, and parent-review sections below to review the full record before contacting In The Beginning Learning Center.

Florida DCF

Safety & Licensing

Florida DCF License

C12MA0284

ExpiresJul 1, 2027

Inspection History

0 clean inspections · 7 with findings in the last 7

  1. FindingJun '23

    Jun 14, 2023

    32-07: The ground cover or other protective surface under the [the swings and under the kids trax] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D (Section 11.2, number 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Com…

  2. FindingOct '23

    Oct 12, 2023

    12-02: An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A Physical Environment [SR] Comments During the inspection, licensing counselor observed and photographed t… | 13-02: The facilitys storage of harmful items including cleaning supplies, flammable products, and poisonous, toxic and hazardous materials allowed access by children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B Ph… | 24-11: Garbage containing food waste was not disposed of in a leak proof, nonabsorbent container with a tight fitting lid. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.1, A.8. Food and Nutrition [SR] Comments At time of inspec… | 36-04: The online CPR training did not include an on-site instructor-based skills assessment and is invalid for the individual. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4, E Health Requirements [SR] Comments At the time of…

  3. FindingJun '24

    Jun 17, 2024

    19-02: A minimum distance of 18'' was not maintained between each napping/sleeping space. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.2, C (Section 10.4, number 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments During the inspection lice…

  4. FindingMay '25

    May 29, 2025

    17-06: The facilitys fencing walls or gate area had gaps that could allow children to exit the outdoor play area. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, F (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR… | 45-09: The facility failed to maintain a current Employee/Contractor Roster for all child care personnel in the Clearinghouse. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, K (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keep…

  5. FindingOct '25

    Oct 13, 2025

    45-09: The facility failed to maintain a current Employee/Contractor Roster for all child care personnel in the Clearinghouse. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, K (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keep…

  6. FindingOct '25

    Oct 13, 2025

    12-13: The facility did not have documentation that custodial parents or guardian are given written notification of animals on the premises. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page … | 36-03: The facility had an inadequate number of child care personnel appropriately trained in CPR to maintain coverage both on-site and on field trips. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4, B (Section 2.1 Health and …

  7. FindingJun '26

    Jun 24, 2026

    12-02: An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments During the inspection, the Lic… | 23-07: Fire drills conducted during the licensure year did not include the following [Updated attendance roster, and emergency contacts]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.4, C (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page… | 25-02: Children were provided food that was not age appropriate and/or posed a choking hazard. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, B & C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR] Comments Duri… | 32-03: The play equipment was not maintained in a safe or sanitary condition for the children to use in that [the swing set chains were rusted]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B and F (Section 2.1 Health and Sa…

Findings are summarized from the official Florida DCF inspection report. Click a finding pill to expand the summary. Fresh violations may show “Summary pending” while business profiles are being updated.

Verified Credentials

  • Level 2 Background Checks
  • CPR / First Aid Certified Staff
  • Secure Entry System
  • Continuous Video Monitoring (facilities only)

Minimums required by Florida DCF licensing for every Licensed Child Care Facility. Individual center audits may cover more than the list above.

What the record says

Provider highlights

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Signals of care

Strengths

  • Programs: Offers Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK)
  • Affordability: Accepts School Readiness funding

Points to verify

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