1 / 5Building Blocks at Clearwater
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Verified evidence places this provider between 8 and 21. The badge shows the floor: the score the public record can defend.
- State inspection history
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- Accreditation
- Profile details
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1 finding on file carries no severity classification and was scored at the moderate middle weight.
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On record in Florida.
1112 Lakeview Rd, Clearwater FL, 33756
- Ages
- 6 wks – 5 yrs
- Hours
- 6:30AM to 6:30PM
- Licensed for
- 108 children
- Subsidies
- Accepted
Hours
On the state licence record
6:30AM to 6:30PM
Monday through Friday
Listed on Google
- Mon
- 6:30 AM–6:30 PM
- Tue
- 6:30 AM–6:30 PM
- Wed
- 6:30 AM–6:30 PM
- Thu
- 6:30 AM–6:30 PM
- Fri
- 6:30 AM–6:30 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
Service options
- Onsite services
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 Building Blocks at Clearwater 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
- Transportation
The public record
- License number
- C06PI0385
- License status
- Licensed
- License type
- Child Care Facility
- Licensed capacity
- 108 children
- Address
- 1112 Lakeview Rd, Clearwater FL, 33756
- County
- Pinellas County
- Phone
- +17274434673
- Website
- Not listed
- License issued
- April 24, 2018
- License expires
- March 19, 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.
0 clean inspections · 8 with findings in the last 8
FindingJul '24
Jul 8, 2024
11-12: See Personnel Records Summary for child care staff with an Attestation of Good Moral Character that was not completed on or before first date of employment or upon change in employers. Comments 1 staf… | 11-13: See Personnel Records Summary for child care staff with an Attestation of Good Moral Character that was on file but was incorrect or incomplete. [it was signed top and bottom] Comments 1 staff signed … | 11-14: See Personnel Records Summary for child care staff with an Acknowledgement Form that was not completed on or before first date of employment. [Rehire did not sign a new acknowledgement form]. Comments… | 33-02: The hot water at the hand-washing sink in the [infant] exceeded 110 degrees Fahrenheit. [registered 122 degrees]. Comments The water temperature in the infants sink temped at 122 degrees. The director… | 36-02: An area of the childrens center was observed to n
FindingNov '24
Nov 13, 2024
11-14: See Personnel Records Summary for child care staff with an Acknowledgement Form that was not completed on or before first date of employment. [the form was incomplete]. Comments A new staff member did… | 12-01: See the Personnel Records Summary for [1] Child Care staff without proof of a high school diploma or GED equivalent. Comments 1 staff member did not have proof of education on or before date of employ… | 16-08: See Childrens Records Summary for [1] records with expired Student Health Examination Forms. Comments 1 student health exam was found to be expired during today's inspection. Submit a current student … | 50-02: The play equipment was not maintained in a safe or sanitary condition for children to use in that [there were 2 broken cozy coupes]. Comments There were 2 plastic cozy coupe cars on the playground and…
FindingMar '25
Mar 3, 2025
12-20: Program Personnel did not complete preservice training requirements prior to unsupervised contact with or care of children, or if supervised, within 90 days of beginning employment or service with the… | 29-09: The childrens center did not have the fire extinguisher serviced and retagged timely. (Section 14.2, number 3) Comments The fire extinguisher on the center's van was not tagged. Please take the fire e…
FindingJun '25
Jun 26, 2025
09-03: Child care personnel did not comply with the childrens center written disciplinary and expulsion policies. Comments A staff member is observed on video grabbing a child's leg and pointing his finger i… | 21-02: The childrens center failed to document accidents/incidents on the day of occurrence. Comments Staff did not write an incident/accident report when a staff member grabbed a child's leg and pointed his…
FindingSep '25
Sep 8, 2025
11-09: See the Personnel Records Summary for [1] Child Care personnel whose background screening was not completed within 5 years after the initial screening, or after a 90 days break in service. Comments 1 … | 16-11: See Childrens Records Summary for [1] records with the Florida Certificate of Immunization that was not acceptable in that the form was not current (expired) an applicable part of the record was not c… | 27-01: The childrens center did not have a current and approved fire safety inspection by the local fire authority. Comments The center's fire inspection expired on 5-1-25 and a new one was not conducted unt…
FindingDec '25
Dec 29, 2025
12-03: See the Personnel Records Summary for [1] Child Care personnel who have not completed the 40 clock hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement. Comments 1 staff member did not complete her 40 cl… | 17-01: Staff did not record complete and accurate attendance records to included childs first and last name time in and out and date. [1 child was not marked out]. (Section 19.3, numbers 1 and 3) Comments In… | 17-05: Child care personnel failed to sign/date a log verifying that all children had left the premises as evidenced by [no signature on 10-31 -25]. Comments The closing log was not documented on 10-31-25. P…
FindingFeb '26
Feb 5, 2026
06-01: The adult-child ratio was not met. There was/were [1] staff supervising [13] children. Comments One staff member had 13 children in the room, and this included 2-year-olds, which requires a ratio of 1… | 07-01: The maximum group size of 6 infants for ages 2 months to 1 year was exceeded, in that a group of [10] infants were observed [in the infant room]. Comments The infant room had 10 children present. The … | 17-06: Child care personnel failed to verify attendance accuracy at transitions. [in the infant/1's]. Comments Attendance was not verified during transitions in the early morning. 18. Medication: V. A. Not M… | 30-01: The minimum of 25 square feet of usable floor space for each child was not met by this childrens center which held a valid license on October 1, 1992. The [infant] room has a capacity of [6] based on …
FindingMay '26
May 28, 2026
11-06: See the Personnel Records Summary [4] Child Care personnel with an expired Acknowledgement Form. Comments Four staff did not complete an Acknowledgement Form prior to the expiration date. Ensure the A…
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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 2.9 average comes from 29 Google reviews. An average hides whether opinion is consistent or divided, so the spread is shown too.
- 5 star14
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- 1 star15
Questions parents ask about Building Blocks at Clearwater
Is Building Blocks at Clearwater a licensed child care provider in Florida?
- Yes. Building Blocks at Clearwater holds Florida DCF licence C06PI0385, currently listed as "Licensed" by the Department of Children and Families, first licensed on April 24, 2018. Confirm current standing with DCF before enrolling.
Does Building Blocks at Clearwater offer free VPK?
- Yes. Building Blocks at Clearwater 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 Building Blocks at Clearwater a Gold Seal provider?
- Yes. Building Blocks at Clearwater holds Florida's Gold Seal Quality Care designation, which requires accreditation by a DCF-approved accrediting association in good standing.
Does Building Blocks at Clearwater accept School Readiness subsidies?
- Yes. The DCF record shows Building Blocks at Clearwater 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 Building Blocks at Clearwater's hours?
- Weekday hours listed on its Google business profile are 6:30 AM–6:30 PM. Listings change, so call ahead to confirm.
How many children can Building Blocks at Clearwater care for?
- Building Blocks at Clearwater is licensed for up to 108 children. Licensed capacity is a legal maximum, not current availability or enrollment.
Has Building Blocks at Clearwater had any licensing violations?
- Florida DCF has recorded 22 inspections at Building Blocks at Clearwater, 13 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.
