Whiz Kids at Pelican
LicensedWhat this score could check
Verified evidence places this provider between 49 and 69. The badge shows the floor: the score the public record can defend.
- State inspection history
- Parent reviews
- Accreditation
- Profile details
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On record in Florida.
3528 SW 3rd Ave, Cape Coral FL, 33914
- Ages
- 6 wks – 5 yrs
- Hours
- 6:30AM to 6:00PM
- Licensed for
- 186 children
- Subsidies
- Accepted
Hours
On the state licence record
6:30AM to 6:00PM
Monday through Friday
Listed on Google
- Mon
- 6:15 AM–6 PM
- Tue
- 6:15 AM–6 PM
- Wed
- 6:15 AM–6 PM
- Thu
- 6:15 AM–6 PM
- Fri
- 6:15 AM–6 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
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
Parking
- On-site parking
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 Whiz Kids at Pelican 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
- Food Served
- Full Day
- Half Day
- Infant Care
The public record
- License number
- C20LE0293
- License status
- Licensed
- License type
- Child Care Facility
- Licensed capacity
- 186 children
- Address
- 3528 SW 3rd Ave, Cape Coral FL, 33914
- County
- Lee County
- Phone
- +12399457001
- Website
- Not listed
- License issued
- October 31, 2024
- License expires
- October 30, 2026
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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 · 3 with findings in the last 6
- CleanOct '24
FindingFeb '25
Feb 14, 2025
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… | 39-05: Documentation of an accident or incident was insufficient in that it did not include the [The parent signature]. CCF Handbook, Section 6.4, C Health Requirements [SR] Comments Licensing specialist whi…
FindingMay '25
May 7, 2025
23-25: The facility failed to notify the licensing authority of an incident or unusual occurrence that was threatening to the health, safety, or welfare of the children or child care personnel. CCF Handbook,… | 39-03: Child care personnel failed to document an accident or incident on the day that it occurred. CCF Handbook, Section 6.4, A Health Requirements [SR] Comments May 2, 2025, an altercation occurred between… | 39-04: Child care personnel failed to share the accident/incident form with the custodial parent/ legal guardian or the individual authorized to pick up child on the day that the incident occurred. CCF Handb… | 39-05: Documentation of an accident or incident was insufficient in that it did not include the [the teachers name or signature who was involved in the incident.]. CCF Handbook, Section 6.4, C Health Require… | 47-01: Child care personnel inappropriately interacted w
FindingJun '25
Jun 2, 2025
28-02: Bottles and/or sippy cups brought from home were not labeled with childs first and last name. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.5, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR] Comments Li… | 45-05: Employment history check did not include all required information including applicants, job title, description of regular duties, confirmation of employment dates, and level of job performance. CCF Ha…
- CleanJan '26
- CleanJun '26
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
Consider before choosing
Not enough signal recorded yet.
How the reviews split
The 5.0 average comes from 36 Google reviews. An average hides whether opinion is consistent or divided, so the spread is shown too.
- 5 star36
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Questions parents ask about Whiz Kids at Pelican
Is Whiz Kids at Pelican a licensed child care provider in Florida?
- Yes. Whiz Kids at Pelican holds Florida DCF licence C20LE0293, currently listed as "Licensed" by the Department of Children and Families, first licensed on October 31, 2024. Confirm current standing with DCF before enrolling.
Does Whiz Kids at Pelican offer free VPK?
- Yes. Whiz Kids at Pelican 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 Whiz Kids at Pelican a Gold Seal provider?
- Yes. Whiz Kids at Pelican holds Florida's Gold Seal Quality Care designation, which requires accreditation by a DCF-approved accrediting association in good standing.
Does Whiz Kids at Pelican accept School Readiness subsidies?
- Yes. The DCF record shows Whiz Kids at Pelican 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 Whiz Kids at Pelican's hours?
- Weekday hours listed on its Google business profile are 6:15 AM–6 PM. Listings change, so call ahead to confirm.
How many children can Whiz Kids at Pelican care for?
- Whiz Kids at Pelican is licensed for up to 186 children. Licensed capacity is a legal maximum, not current availability or enrollment.
Has Whiz Kids at Pelican had any licensing violations?
- Florida DCF has recorded 9 inspections at Whiz Kids at Pelican, 3 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.
