1 / 4The Florida Center For Early Childhood Inc
LicensedWhat this score could check
Verified evidence places this provider between 17 and 39. The badge shows the floor: the score the public record can defend.
- State inspection history
- Parent reviews
- Accreditation
- Profile details
- Staff qualifications: not checked
- Staff qualification data is not yet available for this provider.
- Enforcement actions: not checked
- No state enforcement-action feed is available yet, so this score cannot confirm or rule out enforcement history.
2 findings on file carry no severity classification and were scored at the moderate middle weight.
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On record in Florida.
6929 Outreach Way, North Port FL, 34287
- Ages
- 6 wks – 5 yrs
- Hours
- 7:30AM to 5:00PM
- Licensed for
- 76 children
- Subsidies
- Accepted
Hours
On the state licence record
7:30AM to 5:00PM
Monday through Friday
Listed on Google
- Mon
- 8 AM–5 PM
- Tue
- 8 AM–5 PM
- Wed
- 8 AM–5 PM
- Thu
- 8 AM–5 PM
- Fri
- 8 AM–5 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 The Florida Center For Early Childhood Inc 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
- Full Day
- Half Day
- Infant Care
The public record
- License number
- C12SA0194
- License status
- Licensed
- License type
- Child Care Facility
- Licensed capacity
- 76 children
- Address
- 6929 Outreach Way, North Port FL, 34287
- County
- Sarasota County
- Phone
- +19413718820
- Website
- Not listed
- License issued
- July 23, 2008
- 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.
0 clean inspections · 5 with findings in the last 5
FindingJan '23
Jan 12, 2023
14-03: An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. (Section 10, number 1) Physical Environment [SR] Comments Counselor observed ceiling tiles that were stained primarily in the entryway… | 33-06: The facility did not have the fire extinguisher serviced and retagged timely. (Section 14.2, number 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments Counselor observed that the fire extinguishers were not servic…
FindingAug '23
Aug 3, 2023
14-05: An area of the facility was observed to be a serious safety hazard to children in care. (Section 10, numbers 1 11) Physical Environment [SR] Comments Playground all around needs better maintenance/dai… | 21-02: The outdoor play area was not clean, free from litter, nails, glass or other hazards. (Section 10.7, number 1) Physical Environment [SR] Comments Playground had piles of what it seemed discarded or re… | 21-06: Staff failed to inspect the playground before allowing children on the playground. Comments No playground checklist in the facility 22. Fencing rule 65C-22.002(4), F.A.C, 62-133(c)(3) rule 65C-22.002(… | 33-01: Fire drills were not conducted and/or did not include one drill during napping/sleeping times, one drill using alternate evacuation routes, or one in the presence of the licensing authority. (Section … | 40-03: There was no documentation, maintained for one ye
FindingApr '24
Apr 30, 2024
01-02: Citation(s) for a licensing standard violation was not posted with the license. Comments The citations posted were from an inspection conducted in 2022. 02. Licensed Capacity ss. 402.305(6), rule 65C-… | 14-05: An area of the facility was observed to be a serious safety hazard to children in care. (Section 10, numbers 1 11) Physical Environment [SR] Comments A teacher's personal bag was within children's rea… | 33-07: The facility did not have a fire extinguisher with a current certificate. (Section 14.2, number 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments Fire extinguishers had an out-of-date certificate. 34. Food Prepar…
FindingOct '24
Oct 31, 2024
63-01: The owner, operator, employee or substitute, while caring for children, committed an act or omission that meets the definition of child abuse or neglect provided in Chapter 39, Florida Statutes. Enfor…
FindingMay '25
May 13, 2025
57-03: The Student Health Examination/DH Form 3040 was no longer current (over two years since last examination) for the child(ren). (Section 19.2, number 1) Record Keeping [SR] Comments One student had an o… | 57-07: The immunization record was incomplete for the child(ren). The record did not document signature of a physician, dates immunizations were administered, or the expiration date. (Section 19.2, number 2)…
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 4.5 average comes from 6 Google reviews. An average hides whether opinion is consistent or divided, so the spread is shown too.
- 5 star5
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- 2 star1
- 1 star0
Questions parents ask about The Florida Center For Early Childhood Inc
Is The Florida Center For Early Childhood Inc a licensed child care provider in Florida?
- Yes. The Florida Center For Early Childhood Inc holds Florida DCF licence C12SA0194, currently listed as "Licensed" by the Department of Children and Families, first licensed on July 23, 2008. Confirm current standing with DCF before enrolling.
Does The Florida Center For Early Childhood Inc offer free VPK?
- Yes. The Florida Center For Early Childhood Inc 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 The Florida Center For Early Childhood Inc accept School Readiness subsidies?
- Yes. The DCF record shows The Florida Center For Early Childhood Inc 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 The Florida Center For Early Childhood Inc's hours?
- Weekday hours listed on its Google business profile are 8 AM–5 PM. Listings change, so call ahead to confirm.
How many children can The Florida Center For Early Childhood Inc care for?
- The Florida Center For Early Childhood Inc is licensed for up to 76 children. Licensed capacity is a legal maximum, not current availability or enrollment.
Has The Florida Center For Early Childhood Inc had any licensing violations?
- Florida DCF has recorded 11 inspections at The Florida Center For Early Childhood Inc, 5 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.
