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Zion Lutheran Early Childhood Center

Licensed
62Mixed Signals

What this score could check

Verified evidence places this provider between 62 and 81. The badge shows the floor: the score the public record can defend.

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  • Accreditation
  • Profile details
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4.5(29)Yelp(0)
Gold SealVPKFaith-based
Center-basedAccredited · National Lutheran School Accreditation Florida-Georgia District

On record in Florida.

7401 Winkler Rd, Fort Myers FL, 33919

Ages
6 wks – 5 yrs
Hours
7:00AM to 6:00PM
Licensed for
99 children

Hours

On the state licence record

7:00AM to 6:00PM

Monday through Friday

Listed on Google

Mon
9AM-4PM
Tue
9AM-1PM
Wed
9AM-4PM
Thu
9AM-1PM
Fri
9AM-1PM
Sat
5-6PM
Sun
8:30AM-12PM

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
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom

Amenities

  • Restroom

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 Zion Lutheran Early Childhood Center 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
  • Full Day
  • Half Day

The public record

License number
C20LE0020
License status
Licensed
License type
Child Care Facility
Licensed capacity
99 children
Address
7401 Winkler Rd, Fort Myers FL, 33919
County
Lee County
Website
Not listed
License issued
October 1, 2007
License expires
September 30, 2026

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.

✅ Passed the last 8 inspections

  1. CleanJan '24
  2. CleanApr '24
  3. CleanAug '24
  4. CleanDec '24
  5. CleanApr '25
  6. CleanAug '25
  7. CleanJan '26
  8. CleanApr '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)

Points to verify

Consider before choosing

Not enough signal recorded yet.

How the reviews split

The 4.5 average comes from 29 Google reviews. An average hides whether opinion is consistent or divided, so the spread is shown too.

  • 5 star24
  • 4 star1
  • 3 star1
  • 2 star0
  • 1 star3

Questions parents ask about Zion Lutheran Early Childhood Center

Is Zion Lutheran Early Childhood Center a licensed child care provider in Florida?

Yes. Zion Lutheran Early Childhood Center holds Florida DCF licence C20LE0020, currently listed as "Licensed" by the Department of Children and Families, first licensed on October 1, 2007. Confirm current standing with DCF before enrolling.

Does Zion Lutheran Early Childhood Center offer free VPK?

Yes. Zion Lutheran Early Childhood Center 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 Zion Lutheran Early Childhood Center a Gold Seal provider?

Yes. Zion Lutheran Early Childhood Center holds Florida's Gold Seal Quality Care designation, which requires accreditation by a DCF-approved accrediting association in good standing.

What are Zion Lutheran Early Childhood Center's hours?

Weekday hours listed on its Google business profile are 9AM-1PM. Listings change, so call ahead to confirm.

How many children can Zion Lutheran Early Childhood Center care for?

Zion Lutheran Early Childhood Center is licensed for up to 99 children. Licensed capacity is a legal maximum, not current availability or enrollment.

Has Zion Lutheran Early Childhood Center had any licensing violations?

Florida DCF has recorded 11 inspections at Zion Lutheran Early Childhood Center, none of which cited a violation. Reports are published by the state and summarized as reported; a finding is a cited standard, not a judgment of overall quality.