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LicensedWhat this score could check
Verified evidence places this provider between 51 and 69. The badge shows the floor: the score the public record can defend.
- State inspection history
- Parent reviews
- Accreditation
- Profile details
- Staff qualifications: not checked
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On record in Florida.
1606 NE 22nd Ave, Ocala FL, 34470
At a glance
Fantastic Kids is a child care agency with a Gold Seal accreditation, praised by parents for its caring staff and clean classrooms. Parents consistently praise the teachers and staff for being kind and welcoming. Some parents note staff turnover can be an issue.
Summary generated from parent reviews, licensing records, and Google Business signals.
- Ages
- 6 wks – 5 yrs
- Hours
- 6:30AM to 6:30PM
- Licensed for
- 229 children
- Subsidies
- Accepted
Hours
On the state licence record
6:30AM to 6:30PM
Monday through Friday
Listed on Google
- Mon
- 6:30 AM–6:30 PM
- Tue
- 6:30 AM–6:30 PM
- Wed
- 6:30 AM–6:30 PM
- Thu
- 6:30 AM–6:30 PM
- Fri
- 6:30 AM–6:30 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 Fantastic Kids 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
- Transportation
The public record
- License number
- C05MA0239
- License status
- Licensed
- License type
- Child Care Facility
- Licensed capacity
- 229 children
- Address
- 1606 NE 22nd Ave, Ocala FL, 34470
- County
- Marion County
- Phone
- +13526903000
- Website
- Not listed
- License issued
- May 17, 2024
- License expires
- May 16, 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.
2 clean inspections · 4 with findings in the last 6
FindingAug '24
Aug 14, 2024
42-01: Child(ren) did not have a Student Health Examination/DH (Form 3040), or an equivalent health statement on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2, C Record Keeping [SR] Comments C…
FindingApr '25
Apr 11, 2025
05-04: The facility's transportation log did not include [second signature for physical and visual sweep and arrival time]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.2 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Require… | 45-09: The facility failed to maintain a current Employee/Contractor Roster for all child care personnel in the Clearinghouse. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, K (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keep… | 46-07: The attendance roster did not accompany the group of children in that [2 year old classroom did not have an attendance log].CCF Handbook, Section 7.5, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record …
FindingMay '25
May 19, 2025
39-03: Child care personnel failed to document an accident or incident on the day that it occurred. CCF Handbook, Section 6.4, A Health Requirements [SR] Comments Counselor received at signed incident report…
FindingJun '25
Jun 18, 2025
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…
- CleanApr '26
- CleanMay '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)
- Affordability: Accepts School Readiness funding
Points to verify
Consider before choosing
Not enough signal recorded yet.
How the reviews split
The 4.7 average comes from 182 Google reviews. An average hides whether opinion is consistent or divided, so the spread is shown too.
- 5 star169
- 4 star2
- 3 star0
- 2 star0
- 1 star11
Questions parents ask about Fantastic Kids
Is Fantastic Kids a licensed child care provider in Florida?
- Yes. Fantastic Kids holds Florida DCF licence C05MA0239, currently listed as "Licensed" by the Department of Children and Families, first licensed on May 17, 2024. Confirm current standing with DCF before enrolling.
Does Fantastic Kids offer free VPK?
- Yes. Fantastic Kids 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 Fantastic Kids a Gold Seal provider?
- Yes. Fantastic Kids holds Florida's Gold Seal Quality Care designation, which requires accreditation by a DCF-approved accrediting association in good standing.
Does Fantastic Kids accept School Readiness subsidies?
- Yes. The DCF record shows Fantastic Kids 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 Fantastic Kids's hours?
- Weekday hours listed on its Google business profile are 6:30 AM–6:30 PM. Listings change, so call ahead to confirm.
How many children can Fantastic Kids care for?
- Fantastic Kids is licensed for up to 229 children. Licensed capacity is a legal maximum, not current availability or enrollment.
Has Fantastic Kids had any licensing violations?
- Florida DCF has recorded 12 inspections at Fantastic Kids, 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.
