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Thornberry Learning Academy

Licensed
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4.0(8)Yelp(0)Claimed on Google
School Readiness
Center-based

On record in Florida.

3660 Central Ave, Fort Myers FL, 33901

Ages
6 wks – 5 yrs
Hours
6 AM–6 PM
Licensed for
145 children
Subsidies
Accepted

Hours

On the state licence record

Monday
6:00AM to 6:00PM
Tuesday
6:00AM to 6:00PM
Wednesday
6:00AM to 6:30PM
Thursday
6:00AM to 6:00PM
Friday
6:00AM to 6:00PM
Saturday
Closed
Sunday
Closed

Listed on Google

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

Service options

  • Onsite services

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot

Planning

  • Appointment required

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 Thornberry Learning Academy 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
C20LE0229
License status
Licensed
License type
Child Care Facility
Licensed capacity
145 children
Address
3660 Central Ave, Fort Myers FL, 33901
County
Lee County
Website
Not listed
License issued
April 2, 2021
License expires
April 1, 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

  1. FindingFeb '25

    Feb 19, 2025

    12-01: Areas of the facility were found to be in need of cleaning. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A Physical Environment [SR] Comments On the day of the investigation, February 19, 2025, it was observed by the L… | 12-02: An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A Physical Environment [SR] Comments It was observed on February 14, 2025 by ELC that the light wasn't comp… | 12-10: During the facility's operating hours, an activity occurred in a portion of the building which endangered the health and/or safety of children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 Physical Environment […

  2. FindingFeb '25

    Feb 28, 2025

    04-05: Child care personnel were not within sight and hearing of all the children during nap time. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4.2 General Requirements [SR] Comments On February 26, 2025, it was observed by the … | 30-07: Items unrelated to diaper changing were stored in the diaper changing area or placed on the diaper changing table/surface. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, G Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments On the…

  3. FindingMar '25

    Mar 10, 2025

    23-02: The facility did not have a current and approved annual fire safety inspection by the local fire authority. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, A (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environmen… | 24-18: Stored food was not consumed or discarded on or before the expiration date listed by the manufacturer. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR] Co… | 33-13: Child care 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 … | 45-09: The facility failed to maintain a current Employee/Contractor Roster for all child care personnel in the Clearinghouse. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, K (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keep…

  4. FindingJun '25

    Jun 3, 2025

    18-07: The bedding available was not appropriate for the childs size. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1, E Physical Environment [SR] Comments May 30, 2025, the two members of another agent of the department observ… | 44-05: A Volunteer Acknowledgement (Form CF-FSP 5217) was not on file prior to volunteering. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, F Record Keeping [SR] Comments May 30, 2025, the facility had a person at the facility … | 44-06: The facility failed to maintain written documentation for the number of hours a volunteer worked. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, F Record Keeping [SR] Comments June 3, 2025, the LS and the GOC1 noted that…

  5. FindingJul '25

    Jul 2, 2025

    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… | 44-06: The facility failed to maintain written documentation for the number of hours a volunteer worked. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, F Record Keeping [SR] Comments July 2, 2025, the GOC1 and the LS observed a… | 46-03: Child care personnel failed to ensure arrival and departure times were complete and accurate at the time of arrival or departure. CCF Handbook, Section 7.5, B Record Keeping [SR] Comments July 2, 2025…

  6. FindingJul '25

    Jul 22, 2025

    12-02: An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A Physical Environment [SR] Comments During the inspection visit, the Licensing specialist observed the gre… | 24-18: Stored food was not consumed or discarded on or before the expiration date listed by the manufacturer. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, B Food and Nutrition [SR] Comments Licensing Specialist (LS) provide… | 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…

  7. FindingNov '25

    Nov 24, 2025

    24-18: Stored food was not consumed or discarded on or before the expiration date listed by the manufacturer. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, B Food and Nutrition [SR] Comments During the time of inspection the… | 41-01: Child(ren) did not have a Florida Certification of Immunization (DH Form 680) or a Religious Exemption from Immunization (DH Form 681), on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1,…

  8. FindingFeb '26

    Feb 25, 2026

    12-02: An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments In Room # 7 (Infant Room) the … | 13-02: The facilitys storage of harmful items including cleaning supplies, flammable products, and poisonous, toxic and hazardous materials allowed access by children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B (S… | 33-13: Child care 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 … | 39-05: Documentation of an accident or incident was insufficient in that it did not include the [The signatures of the staff or parent or the date and time it was signed. ]. CCF Handbook, Section 6.4, C (Sec… | 45-09: The facility failed to maintain a current Employe

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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

  • Affordability: Accepts School Readiness funding

Points to verify

Consider before choosing

Not enough signal recorded yet.

How the reviews split

The 4.0 average comes from 8 Google reviews. An average hides whether opinion is consistent or divided, so the spread is shown too.

  • 5 star6
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  • 3 star0
  • 2 star0
  • 1 star2

Questions parents ask about Thornberry Learning Academy

Is Thornberry Learning Academy a licensed child care provider in Florida?

Yes. Thornberry Learning Academy holds Florida DCF licence C20LE0229, currently listed as "Licensed" by the Department of Children and Families, first licensed on April 2, 2021. Confirm current standing with DCF before enrolling.

Does Thornberry Learning Academy accept School Readiness subsidies?

Yes. The DCF record shows Thornberry Learning Academy 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 Thornberry Learning Academy's hours?

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

How many children can Thornberry Learning Academy care for?

Thornberry Learning Academy is licensed for up to 145 children. Licensed capacity is a legal maximum, not current availability or enrollment.

Has Thornberry Learning Academy had any licensing violations?

Florida DCF has recorded 31 inspections at Thornberry Learning Academy, 18 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.