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Castles Of Imagination
LicensedWhat this score could check
Verified evidence places this provider between 55 and 75. The badge shows the floor: the score the public record can defend.
- State inspection history
- Parent reviews
- Accreditation
- Profile details
- Staff qualifications: not checked
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- Enforcement actions: not checked
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On record in Florida.
820 Bryan Rd, Brandon FL, 33511
- Ages
- 6 wks – 5 yrs
- Hours
- 7:00AM to 5:30PM
- Licensed for
- 92 children
- Subsidies
- Accepted
Hours
On the state licence record
7:00AM to 5:30PM
Monday through Friday
Listed on Google
- Mon
- 7 AM–5:30 PM
- Tue
- 7 AM–5:30 PM
- Wed
- 7 AM–5:30 PM
- Thu
- 7 AM–5:30 PM
- Fri
- 7 AM–5:30 PM
- Sat
- Closed
- Sun
- Closed
Hours change without the licence record changing. Call before you plan a drop-off around these times.
Amenities and accessibility
From the business
- Identifies as women-owned
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
Reported on the provider's Google business listing, not verified by the state.
Ages and programs
Reported to Department of Children and Families, Office of Child Care Regulation by Castles Of Imagination and published in the state licence record. Availability is not the same as licensing, so confirm openings directly.
Licensed to serve
- 6 wks – 5 yrs
Programs on record
- After School
- Before School
- Food Served
- Full Day
- Half Day
- Infant Care
The public record
- License number
- C13HI0249
- License status
- Licensed
- License type
- Child Care Facility
- Licensed capacity
- 92 children
- Address
- 820 Bryan Rd, Brandon FL, 33511
- County
- Hillsborough County
- Phone
- +18136892036
- Website
- Not listed
- License issued
- December 10, 2001
- License expires
- November 30, 2026
This page republishes the public license record maintained by the Department of Children and Families, Office of Child Care Regulation. Fields marked "Not listed" are absent from the state's published data, not hidden. Verify current license status with the agency before enrolling.
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.
Inspection record
Individual inspection visits as recorded by Department of Children and Families, Office of Child Care Regulation, shown as reported.
3 clean inspections · 2 with findings in the last 5
FindingNov '23
Nov 8, 2023
41-02: The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 (Section 19.2, number 2) Record Keeping [SR] Comments During the in…
FindingNov '24
Nov 19, 2024
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 employ…
- CleanMar '25
- CleanJul '25
- CleanNov '25
Click a finding pill to expand the summary. Fresh violations may show “Summary pending” while business profiles are being updated. Findings are summarized from the official inspection report published by Department of Children and Families, Office of Child Care Regulation.
What the record says
Provider highlights
Drawn from licensing flags published by the Department of Children and Families, Office of Child Care Regulation. Parent-review summaries will appear here once enough reviews have been collected.
Signals of care
Strengths
- Quality: Gold Seal accredited by the state
- Affordability: Accepts School Readiness funding
Points to verify
Consider before choosing
Not enough signal recorded yet.
How the reviews split
The 4.5 average comes from 48 Google reviews. An average hides whether opinion is consistent or divided, so the spread is shown too.
- 5 star42
- 4 star0
- 3 star0
- 2 star0
- 1 star6
Questions parents ask about Castles Of Imagination
Is Castles Of Imagination a licensed child care provider in Florida?
- Yes. Castles Of Imagination holds Florida DCF licence C13HI0249, currently listed as "Licensed" by the Department of Children and Families, first licensed on December 10, 2001. Confirm current standing with DCF before enrolling.
Is Castles Of Imagination a Gold Seal provider?
- Yes. Castles Of Imagination holds Florida's Gold Seal Quality Care designation, which requires accreditation by a DCF-approved accrediting association in good standing.
Does Castles Of Imagination accept School Readiness subsidies?
- Yes. The DCF record shows Castles Of Imagination participates in Florida's School Readiness program, so families approved for child care assistance through their local Early Learning Coalition may be able to use it here.
What are Castles Of Imagination's hours?
- Weekday hours listed on its Google business profile are 7 AM–5:30 PM. Listings change, so call ahead to confirm.
How many children can Castles Of Imagination care for?
- Castles Of Imagination is licensed for up to 92 children. Licensed capacity is a legal maximum, not current availability or enrollment.
Has Castles Of Imagination had any licensing violations?
- Florida DCF has recorded 7 inspections at Castles Of Imagination, 2 of which recorded at least one finding. Reports are published by the state and summarized as reported; a finding is a cited standard, not a judgment of overall quality.