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La Petite Academy Bloomingdale

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20Elevated Risk

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4.3(68)Yelp(0)Claimed on Google
Gold SealVPKSchool Readiness
Center-basedAccredited · National Early Childhood Program Accreditation

On record in Florida.

808 W Bloomingdale Ave, Brandon FL, 33511

Ages
6 wks – 5 yrs
Hours
6:30AM to 6:30PM
Licensed for
153 children
Subsidies
Accepted

Hours

On the state licence record

6:30AM to 6:30PM

Monday through Friday

Listed on Google

Mon
6:30AM-6:30PM
Tue
6:30AM-6:30PM
Wed
6:30AM-6:30PM
Thu
6:30AM-6:30PM
Fri
6:30AM-6:30PM
Sat
Closed
Sun
Closed

Hours change without the licence record changing. Call before you plan a drop-off around these times.

Amenities and accessibility

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 La Petite Academy Bloomingdale 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
  • Drop In
  • Food Served
  • Full Day
  • Half Day
  • Infant Care
  • Transportation

The public record

License number
C13HI0043
License status
Licensed
License type
Child Care Facility
Licensed capacity
153 children
Address
808 W Bloomingdale Ave, Brandon FL, 33511
County
Hillsborough County
Website
Not listed
License issued
August 1, 1991
License expires
July 31, 2027

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.

4 clean inspections · 4 with findings in the last 8

  1. CleanJul '23
  2. CleanJul '24
  3. CleanOct '24
  4. CleanDec '24
  5. FindingJul '25

    Jul 9, 2025

    17-07: The base of the fence in the outdoor play area was not at ground level and could allow inside or outside access by children or animals. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, F (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Pag… | 32-07: The ground cover or other protective surface under the [slides on the VPK playground] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment…

  6. FindingAug '25

    Aug 27, 2025

    39-01: Child care personnel failed to immediately contact emergency services and the child's custodial parents or legal guardians in the event of a serious illness, accident, injury or emergency to their chi…

  7. FindingNov '25

    Nov 12, 2025

    23-05: The facility did not have documentation of a fire extinguisher being properly maintained to include being serviced and retagged timely, and/or with a current certificate. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, … | 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. (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and N… | 33-01: Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the 40 hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement. CCF Handbook Section 4.2.1 (Section 2.1 Health … | 33-09: The facility did not have documented proof that all child care personnel were trained and knowledgeable within 30 days of date of hire in [ safe sleep practices and shaken baby syndrome]. CCF Handbook…

  8. FindingJan '26

    Jan 12, 2026

    04-20: A child was released to an individual known by the child and/or the childs custodial parent/legal guardian in a manner not authorized in writing by the custodial parent(s) or legal guardian(s). CCF Ha… | 43-09: The name, address and phone number of persons authorized to retrieve the child was not included in the enrollment information. CCF Handbook, Section 7.3, B Record Keeping [SR] Comments During the insp…

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

Points to verify

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How the reviews split

The 4.3 average comes from 68 Google reviews. An average hides whether opinion is consistent or divided, so the spread is shown too.

  • 5 star53
  • 4 star3
  • 3 star0
  • 2 star1
  • 1 star11

Questions parents ask about La Petite Academy Bloomingdale

Is La Petite Academy Bloomingdale a licensed child care provider in Florida?

Yes. La Petite Academy Bloomingdale holds Florida DCF licence C13HI0043, currently listed as "Licensed" by the Department of Children and Families, first licensed on August 1, 1991. Confirm current standing with DCF before enrolling.

Does La Petite Academy Bloomingdale offer free VPK?

Yes. La Petite Academy Bloomingdale is on record with Florida DCF as a Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK) provider, so eligible 4-year-olds can attend the state-funded program here at no cost. Confirm current VPK enrollment with the provider.

Is La Petite Academy Bloomingdale a Gold Seal provider?

Yes. La Petite Academy Bloomingdale holds Florida's Gold Seal Quality Care designation, which requires accreditation by a DCF-approved accrediting association in good standing.

Does La Petite Academy Bloomingdale accept School Readiness subsidies?

Yes. The DCF record shows La Petite Academy Bloomingdale 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 La Petite Academy Bloomingdale's hours?

Weekday hours listed on its Google business profile are 6:30AM-6:30PM. Listings change, so call ahead to confirm.

How many children can La Petite Academy Bloomingdale care for?

La Petite Academy Bloomingdale is licensed for up to 153 children. Licensed capacity is a legal maximum, not current availability or enrollment.

Has La Petite Academy Bloomingdale had any licensing violations?

Florida DCF has recorded 10 inspections at La Petite Academy Bloomingdale, 4 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.