1 / 4Gainesville Empowerment Zone Family Learning Center
LicensedWhat this score could check
Verified evidence places this provider between 29 and 49. The badge shows the floor: the score the public record can defend.
- State inspection history
- Parent reviews
- Accreditation
- Profile details
- Staff qualifications: not checked
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- Enforcement actions: not checked
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On record in Florida.
1250 NE 18th Ave Bldg 11, Gainesville FL, 32609
- Ages
- 6 wks – 5 yrs
- Hours
- 7:00AM to 6:00PM
- Licensed for
- 128 children
- Subsidies
- Accepted
Hours
On the state licence record
7:00AM to 6:00PM
Monday through Friday
Listed on Google
- Mon
- 7 AM–6 PM
- Tue
- 7 AM–6 PM
- Wed
- 7 AM–6 PM
- Thu
- 7 AM–6 PM
- Fri
- 7 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
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 Gainesville Empowerment Zone Family Learning 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
- Food Served
- Full Day
- Infant Care
The public record
- License number
- C08AL0111
- License status
- Licensed
- License type
- Child Care Facility
- Licensed capacity
- 128 children
- Address
- 1250 NE 18th Ave Bldg 11, Gainesville FL, 32609
- County
- Alachua County
- Phone
- +13522253931
- Website
- Not listed
- License issued
- June 30, 2023
- License expires
- June 29, 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.
2 clean inspections · 4 with findings in the last 6
- CleanJun '23
- CleanSep '23
FindingOct '24
Oct 28, 2024
27-05: Food Acceptance Log was missing or was incomplete in that it did not [child care facility did not have one]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, E.1. Food and Nutrition [SR] Comments Child care facility did … | 33-01: Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the 40 hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement. CCF Handbook Section 4.2.1 Comments Staff liste… | 43-01: Child records or copies of records were not being maintained at the facility and available for review by the licensing authority. CCF Handbook, Section 7.3, A Record Keeping [SR] Comments Children lis…
FindingFeb '25
Feb 11, 2025
20-08: A sleep sack used did not fit according to manufacturers recommendations, restricted the infants arms, or slid up around the infants face. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.4, B Physical Environment [SR] Comm… | 27-05: Food Acceptance Log was missing or was incomplete in that it did not [No food log was completed today 02/11/25]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, E.1. Food and Nutrition [SR] Comments Per staff in charge,… | 32-04: Inspections were not conducted and documented monthly of all supports, above and below the ground, all connectors, and moving parts. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comment…
FindingMay '25
May 22, 2025
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,… | 42-01: Child(ren) did not have a Student Health Examination/DH (Form 3040), or an equivalent health statement on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety…
FindingMay '26
May 26, 2026
41-02: The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comment… | 42-02: The Student Health Examination or equivalent health statement was not acceptable in that: [ It was not current (over two years old)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) …
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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 4.6 average comes from 11 Google reviews. An average hides whether opinion is consistent or divided, so the spread is shown too.
- 5 star10
- 4 star0
- 3 star0
- 2 star0
- 1 star1
Questions parents ask about Gainesville Empowerment Zone Family Learning Center
Is Gainesville Empowerment Zone Family Learning Center a licensed child care provider in Florida?
- Yes. Gainesville Empowerment Zone Family Learning Center holds Florida DCF licence C08AL0111, currently listed as "Licensed" by the Department of Children and Families, first licensed on June 30, 2023. Confirm current standing with DCF before enrolling.
Does Gainesville Empowerment Zone Family Learning Center offer free VPK?
- Yes. Gainesville Empowerment Zone Family Learning 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 Gainesville Empowerment Zone Family Learning Center a Gold Seal provider?
- Yes. Gainesville Empowerment Zone Family Learning Center holds Florida's Gold Seal Quality Care designation, which requires accreditation by a DCF-approved accrediting association in good standing.
Does Gainesville Empowerment Zone Family Learning Center accept School Readiness subsidies?
- Yes. The DCF record shows Gainesville Empowerment Zone Family Learning Center 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 Gainesville Empowerment Zone Family Learning Center's hours?
- Weekday hours listed on its Google business profile are 7 AM–6 PM. Listings change, so call ahead to confirm.
How many children can Gainesville Empowerment Zone Family Learning Center care for?
- Gainesville Empowerment Zone Family Learning Center is licensed for up to 128 children. Licensed capacity is a legal maximum, not current availability or enrollment.
Has Gainesville Empowerment Zone Family Learning Center had any licensing violations?
- Florida DCF has recorded 16 inspections at Gainesville Empowerment Zone Family Learning Center, 4 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.
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