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Family Ties Child Center III Inc

Licensed
20Elevated Risk

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4.6(20)Yelp(0)
VPKSchool Readiness
Center-based

On record in Florida.

3230 SE 58th Ave, Ocala FL, 34480

Ages
6 wks – 5 yrs
Hours
6:30AM to 5:00PM
Licensed for
141 children
Subsidies
Accepted

Hours

On the state licence record

6:30AM to 5:00PM

Monday through Friday

Listed on Google

Mon
6:30 AM–5 PM
Tue
6:30 AM–5 PM
Wed
6:30 AM–5 PM
Thu
6:30 AM–5 PM
Fri
6:30 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 Family Ties Child Center III 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

  • After School
  • Before School
  • Food Served
  • Full Day

The public record

License number
C05MA0015
License status
Licensed
License type
Child Care Facility
Licensed capacity
141 children
Address
3230 SE 58th Ave, Ocala FL, 34480
County
Marion County
Website
Not listed
License issued
June 30, 1996
License expires
March 31, 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.

3 clean inspections · 4 with findings in the last 7

  1. FindingFeb '23

    Feb 24, 2023

    32-03: The play equipment was not maintained in a safe or sanitary condition for the children to use in that [red metal climber has chipped paint and raised rust. ]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B and F (Sect… | 32-07: The ground cover or other protective surface under the [swing sets & metal climber ] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D (Section 11.2, number 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments D… | 33-13: Program personnel did not complete training requirements prior to unsupervised contact with or care of children, or if supervised, within 90 days of beginning employment or service with the program. (… | 39-04: Child care personnel failed to share the accident/incident form with the custodial parent/ legal guardian or the individual authorized to pick up child on the day that the incident occurred. CCF Handb…

  2. FindingOct '23

    Oct 17, 2023

    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 Employee li…

  3. FindingFeb '24

    Feb 15, 2024

    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,… | 41-02: The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 (Section 19.2, number 2) Record Keeping [SR] Comments Child listed …

  4. FindingOct '25

    Oct 17, 2025

    12-01: Areas of the facility were found to be in need of cleaning. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments Counselor observed dusty ceiling ven… | 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 Counselor observed that the wa… | 12-18: The facility did not have electrical outlet covers or the outlet covers were not in place. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, I (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments Couns… | 32-03: The play equipment was not maintained in a safe or sanitary condition for the children to use in that [rust swing chains, chip paint]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B and F (Section 2.1 Health and Safet… | 41-01: Child(ren) did not have a Florida Certification o

  5. CleanJan '26
  6. CleanFeb '26
  7. CleanJun '26

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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

  • 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 20 Google reviews. An average hides whether opinion is consistent or divided, so the spread is shown too.

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

Questions parents ask about Family Ties Child Center III Inc

Is Family Ties Child Center III Inc a licensed child care provider in Florida?

Yes. Family Ties Child Center III Inc holds Florida DCF licence C05MA0015, currently listed as "Licensed" by the Department of Children and Families, first licensed on June 30, 1996. Confirm current standing with DCF before enrolling.

Does Family Ties Child Center III Inc offer free VPK?

Yes. Family Ties Child Center III 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 Family Ties Child Center III Inc accept School Readiness subsidies?

Yes. The DCF record shows Family Ties Child Center III 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 Family Ties Child Center III Inc's hours?

Weekday hours listed on its Google business profile are 6:30 AM–5 PM. Listings change, so call ahead to confirm.

How many children can Family Ties Child Center III Inc care for?

Family Ties Child Center III Inc is licensed for up to 141 children. Licensed capacity is a legal maximum, not current availability or enrollment.

Has Family Ties Child Center III Inc had any licensing violations?

Florida DCF has recorded 15 inspections at Family Ties Child Center III Inc, 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.