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Turtle Tots Academy

Licensed
29Elevated Risk

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Verified evidence places this provider between 29 and 50. The badge shows the floor: the score the public record can defend.

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3.5(31)Yelp(0)Claimed on Google
VPKSchool Readiness
Center-based

On record in Florida.

3255 S John Young Pkwy, Kissimmee FL, 34746

Ages
6 wks – 5 yrs
Hours
6:30 AM–7 PM
Licensed for
74 children
Subsidies
Accepted

Hours

On the state licence record

Monday
6:30AM to 11:00PM
Tuesday
6:30AM to 11:00PM
Wednesday
6:30AM to 11:00PM
Thursday
6:30AM to 11:00PM
Friday
6:30AM to 11:00PM
Saturday
7:00AM to 8:00PM
Sunday
Closed

Listed on Google

Mon
6:30 AM–7 PM
Tue
6:30 AM–7 PM
Wed
6:30 AM–7 PM
Thu
6:30 AM–7 PM
Fri
6:30 AM–7 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 Turtle Tots 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
  • Drop In
  • Food Served
  • Full Day
  • Half Day
  • Infant Care
  • Night Care
  • Transportation
  • Weekend Care

The public record

License number
C09OS0120
License status
Licensed
License type
Child Care Facility
Licensed capacity
74 children
Address
3255 S John Young Pkwy, Kissimmee FL, 34746
County
Osceola County
Website
Not listed
License issued
July 21, 2014
License expires
August 3, 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.

7 clean inspections · 1 with finding in the last 8

  1. CleanNov '23
  2. CleanMar '24
  3. CleanJun '24
  4. CleanNov '24
  5. CleanMar '25
  6. CleanJul '25
  7. CleanNov '25
  8. FindingMar '26

    Mar 9, 2026

    06-01: The facility's driver did not have [ An annual physical examination which grants medical approval to drive]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [S… | 06-02: The drivers personnel record did not include [ An annual physical examination which grants medical approval to drive]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, E (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requ… | 07-04: The facility did not have documentation of an annual vehicle inspection for a vehicle used to transport children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General… | 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 Licensing Specialist observed … | 13-02: The facilitys storage of harmful items including

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

  • 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 3.5 average comes from 31 Google reviews. An average hides whether opinion is consistent or divided, so the spread is shown too.

  • 5 star18
  • 4 star0
  • 3 star1
  • 2 star2
  • 1 star10

Questions parents ask about Turtle Tots Academy

Is Turtle Tots Academy a licensed child care provider in Florida?

Yes. Turtle Tots Academy holds Florida DCF licence C09OS0120, currently listed as "Licensed" by the Department of Children and Families, first licensed on July 21, 2014. Confirm current standing with DCF before enrolling.

Does Turtle Tots Academy offer free VPK?

Yes. Turtle Tots Academy 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.

Does Turtle Tots Academy accept School Readiness subsidies?

Yes. The DCF record shows Turtle Tots 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 Turtle Tots Academy's hours?

Weekday hours listed on its Google business profile are 6:30 AM–7 PM. Listings change, so call ahead to confirm.

How many children can Turtle Tots Academy care for?

Turtle Tots Academy is licensed for up to 74 children. Licensed capacity is a legal maximum, not current availability or enrollment.

Has Turtle Tots Academy had any licensing violations?

Florida DCF has recorded 11 inspections at Turtle Tots Academy, 1 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.