1 / 4Ponder's Christian Learning Center LLC
LicensedWhat this score could check
Verified evidence places this provider between 8 and 22. 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.
3602 SE 7th St, Ocala FL, 34471
- Ages
- 6 wks – 5 yrs
- Hours
- 7:00AM to 5:30PM
- Licensed for
- 91 children
- Subsidies
- Accepted
Hours
On the state licence record
7:00AM to 5:30PM
Monday through Friday
Listed on Google
- Mon
- 7 AM–5:30 PM
- Tue
- 7 AM–5:30 PM
- Wed
- 7 AM–5:30 PM
- Thu
- 7 AM–5:30 PM
- Fri
- 7 AM–5:30 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 Ponder's Christian Learning Center LLC 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
- Transportation
The public record
- License number
- C05MA0060
- License status
- Licensed
- License type
- Child Care Facility
- Licensed capacity
- 91 children
- Address
- 3602 SE 7th St, Ocala FL, 34471
- County
- Marion County
- Phone
- +13527896464
- Website
- Not listed
- License issued
- March 4, 2016
- License expires
- March 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.
3 clean inspections · 5 with findings in the last 8
- CleanJan '23
- CleanMay '23
- CleanSep '23
FindingMay '24
May 24, 2024
42-02: The Student Health Examination or equivalent health statement was not acceptable in that: [ It was not current (over two years old)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 (Section 19.2, number 1) Record Keeping …
FindingSep '24
Sep 18, 2024
32-03: The play equipment was not maintained in a safe or sanitary condition for the children to use in that [chipped paint and broken equipment on playground]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B and F (Section 2… | 33-09: The facility did not have documented proof that all child care personnel were trained and knowledgeable within 30 days of date of hire in [ the use of fire extinguishers]. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.3 … | 35-12: The facility does not have documentation for all child care personnel on required annual refresher education of the facilitys exposure plan. CCF Handbook, Section 6 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Pag… | 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,… | 42-02: The Student Health Examination or equivalent heal
FindingSep '25
Sep 18, 2025
33-07: Child care personnel, including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the required in-service training during the states fiscal year beginning July 1 and ending June 30. CCF … | 35-12: The facility does not have documentation for all child care personnel on required annual refresher education of the facilitys exposure plan. CCF Handbook, Section 6 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Pag… | 41-02: The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comment… | 44-04: The personnel/ volunteer (ten hours or more per month) record did not include a CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form signed annually. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, C (Section 2…
FindingJan '26
Jan 26, 2026
32-03: The play equipment was not maintained in a safe or sanitary condition for the children to use in that [chipped paint, dirty equipment, rusted support bars]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B and F (Sectio…
FindingMay '26
May 26, 2026
30-06: Diaper changing occurred on a surface that was not impermeable. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, E Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments The diaper changing cushion had rips and tears in it; issue was r… | 32-03: The play equipment was not maintained in a safe or sanitary condition for the children to use in that [the oalance beam had chipping paint]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B and F Sanitation and Equipmen… | 32-06: A resilient surface was not provided beneath and within the fall/use zone for [The balance beam]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments There was no resilient surface be… | 41-02: The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 Record Keeping [SR] Comments 1 Students Immunization record expired…
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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 4.1 average comes from 14 Google reviews. An average hides whether opinion is consistent or divided, so the spread is shown too.
- 5 star10
- 4 star1
- 3 star0
- 2 star0
- 1 star3
Questions parents ask about Ponder's Christian Learning Center LLC
Is Ponder's Christian Learning Center LLC a licensed child care provider in Florida?
- Yes. Ponder's Christian Learning Center LLC holds Florida DCF licence C05MA0060, currently listed as "Licensed" by the Department of Children and Families, first licensed on March 4, 2016. Confirm current standing with DCF before enrolling.
Does Ponder's Christian Learning Center LLC offer free VPK?
- Yes. Ponder's Christian Learning Center LLC 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 Ponder's Christian Learning Center LLC accept School Readiness subsidies?
- Yes. The DCF record shows Ponder's Christian Learning Center LLC 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 Ponder's Christian Learning Center LLC's hours?
- Weekday hours listed on its Google business profile are 7 AM–5:30 PM. Listings change, so call ahead to confirm.
How many children can Ponder's Christian Learning Center LLC care for?
- Ponder's Christian Learning Center LLC is licensed for up to 91 children. Licensed capacity is a legal maximum, not current availability or enrollment.
Has Ponder's Christian Learning Center LLC had any licensing violations?
- Florida DCF has recorded 16 inspections at Ponder's Christian Learning Center LLC, 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.
