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A Fresh Start Learning Center

205 S Seminole Ave, Inverness FL, 34452

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VPKSchool ReadinessCenter-basedAfter SchoolBefore SchoolFood ServedFull Day
  • Ages6 wks – 5 yrs
  • HoursContact for hours
  • Capacity45 children

Overview

About Us

A Fresh Start Learning Center is a licensed child care center with a mid-sized DCF-licensed capacity of 45 children in Inverness, Florida. The program has served Inverness families for over 27 years, according to its DCF licensing record.

Programs on record for this provider include Florida's free Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK) and Florida School Readiness subsidies. Use the licensing, inspection, and parent-review sections below to review the full record before contacting A Fresh Start Learning Center.

Florida DCF

Safety & Licensing

Florida DCF License

C05CI0038

ExpiresDec 17, 2026

Inspection History

2 clean inspections · 3 with findings in the last 5

  1. FindingMar '23

    Mar 7, 2023

    31-03: Toys, equipment and/or furnishings were not safe in that [Chip paint on walls and broken door. ]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.11 (Section 11.1, number 2) Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments Counselor o… | 32-03: The play equipment was not maintained in a safe or sanitary condition for the children to use in that [had rust, cracks, and dirt buildup.]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B and F (Section 11.2, numbers … | 32-07: The ground cover or other protective surface under the [Seesaw ] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D (Section 11.2, number 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments Counselor observed th…

  2. FindingMar '24

    Mar 4, 2024

    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 Comments No physical environment form… | 32-07: The ground cover or other protective surface under the [swing] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D (Section 11.2, number 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments No resilient surface un… | 44-04: The personnel/ volunteer (ten hours or more per month) record did not include a CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form signed annually. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, C (Section 1… | 45-02: Documentation of Level 2 Clearinghouse screening clearance was missing for child care personnel. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1,C (Section 19.5, number 1) Record Keeping [SR] Comments Employee listed on …

  3. FindingMar '25

    Mar 6, 2025

    32-03: The play equipment was not maintained in a safe or sanitary condition for the children to use in that [unclean equipment, jagged and pointed edges equipment]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B and F (Sect…

  4. CleanMar '26
  5. CleanJul '26

Findings are summarized from the official Florida DCF inspection report. Click a finding pill to expand the summary. Fresh violations may show “Summary pending” while business profiles are being updated.

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.

What the record says

Provider highlights

Drawn from Florida DCF licensing flags. Parent-review summaries will appear here once enough reviews have been collected.

Signals of care

Strengths

  • Programs: Offers Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK)
  • Affordability: Accepts School Readiness funding

Points to verify

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