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Open Doors Preschol of Estero

Licensed
58Elevated Risk

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4.8(63)Yelp(0)Claimed on Google
Gold SealVPKSchool Readiness
Center-basedAccredited · Accredited Professional Preschool Learning Environment

On record in Florida.

19660 S Tamiami Trl, Fort Myers FL, 33908

Ages
6 wks – 5 yrs
Hours
6:30AM to 6:00PM
Licensed for
164 children
Subsidies
Accepted

Hours

On the state licence record

6:30AM to 6:00PM

Monday through Friday

Listed on Google

Mon
6:30 AM–6 PM
Tue
6:30 AM–6 PM
Wed
6:30 AM–6 PM
Thu
6:30 AM–6 PM
Fri
6:30 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

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 Open Doors Preschol of Estero 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
  • Drop In
  • Food Served
  • Full Day
  • Half Day
  • Infant Care

The public record

License number
C20LE0179
License status
Licensed
License type
Child Care Facility
Licensed capacity
164 children
Address
19660 S Tamiami Trl, Fort Myers FL, 33908
County
Lee County
Website
Not listed
License issued
August 7, 2018
License expires
August 6, 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.

5 clean inspections · 2 with findings in the last 7

  1. FindingJun '23

    Jun 22, 2023

    15-05: The facility failed to post the room capacity in each room. CCF Handbook, Section 3.4.1, A (Section 1, number 1) Physical Environment [SR] Comments 2 rooms needed the capacity posted. The staff did th…

  2. CleanFeb '24
  3. CleanJun '24
  4. CleanNov '24
  5. FindingNov '25

    Nov 3, 2025

    04-01: Supervision of children in the [1] group was inadequate in that [a child had a small toy in her mouth that posed a choking hazard without the staff being aware. The toy was removed after the parent br…

  6. CleanFeb '26
  7. 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 4.8 average comes from 63 Google reviews. An average hides whether opinion is consistent or divided, so the spread is shown too.

  • 5 star60
  • 4 star0
  • 3 star1
  • 2 star0
  • 1 star2

Questions parents ask about Open Doors Preschol of Estero

Is Open Doors Preschol of Estero a licensed child care provider in Florida?

Yes. Open Doors Preschol of Estero holds Florida DCF licence C20LE0179, currently listed as "Licensed" by the Department of Children and Families, first licensed on August 7, 2018. Confirm current standing with DCF before enrolling.

Does Open Doors Preschol of Estero offer free VPK?

Yes. Open Doors Preschol of Estero 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 Open Doors Preschol of Estero a Gold Seal provider?

Yes. Open Doors Preschol of Estero holds Florida's Gold Seal Quality Care designation, which requires accreditation by a DCF-approved accrediting association in good standing.

Does Open Doors Preschol of Estero accept School Readiness subsidies?

Yes. The DCF record shows Open Doors Preschol of Estero 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 Open Doors Preschol of Estero's hours?

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

How many children can Open Doors Preschol of Estero care for?

Open Doors Preschol of Estero is licensed for up to 164 children. Licensed capacity is a legal maximum, not current availability or enrollment.

Has Open Doors Preschol of Estero had any licensing violations?

Florida DCF has recorded 12 inspections at Open Doors Preschol of Estero, 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.