Children First at North Port
LicensedWhat this score could check
Verified evidence places this provider between 69 and 91. The badge shows the floor: the score the public record can defend.
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- Profile details
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On record in Florida.
6926 Childrens Way, North Port FL, 34287
- Ages
- 6 wks – 5 yrs
- Hours
- 7:00AM to 5:30PM
- Licensed for
- 120 children
- Subsidies
- Accepted
Hours
On the state licence record
7:00AM to 5:30PM
Monday through Friday
Hours change without the licence record changing. Call before you plan a drop-off around these times.
Ages and programs
Reported to Department of Children and Families, Office of Child Care Regulation by Children First at North Port 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
- C12SA0170
- License status
- Licensed
- License type
- Child Care Facility
- Licensed capacity
- 120 children
- Address
- 6926 Childrens Way, North Port FL, 34287
- County
- Sarasota County
- Phone
- +19419533877
- Website
- Not listed
- License issued
- August 14, 2007
- License expires
- December 31, 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.
6 clean inspections · 1 with finding in the last 7
FindingJan '23
Jan 12, 2023
14-03: An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. Physical Environment [SR] Comments Counselor observed ceiling tiles in the Red Room and in the Entry Way that were stained. A tile in … | 15-01: A toxic substance was accessible to children. Physical Environment [SR] Comments Counselor observed a bottle labeled Bug Spray in unlocked storage cabinet on the playground. Director promptly removed …
- CleanApr '24
- CleanSep '24
- CleanDec '24
- CleanMay '25
- CleanDec '25
- CleanJun '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)
- Programs: Head Start participant
- Affordability: Accepts School Readiness funding
Points to verify
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Not enough signal recorded yet.
Questions parents ask about Children First at North Port
Is Children First at North Port a licensed child care provider in Florida?
- Yes. Children First at North Port holds Florida DCF licence C12SA0170, currently listed as "Licensed" by the Department of Children and Families, first licensed on August 14, 2007. Confirm current standing with DCF before enrolling.
Does Children First at North Port offer free VPK?
- Yes. Children First at North Port 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 Children First at North Port a Gold Seal provider?
- Yes. Children First at North Port holds Florida's Gold Seal Quality Care designation, which requires accreditation by a DCF-approved accrediting association in good standing.
Does Children First at North Port accept School Readiness subsidies?
- Yes. The DCF record shows Children First at North Port 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.
How many children can Children First at North Port care for?
- Children First at North Port is licensed for up to 120 children. Licensed capacity is a legal maximum, not current availability or enrollment.
Has Children First at North Port had any licensing violations?
- Florida DCF has recorded 9 inspections at Children First at North Port, 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.
