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Coalition For The Homeless Of Central Florida Inc.

Licensed
34Elevated Risk

What this score could check

Verified evidence places this provider between 34 and 52. The badge shows the floor: the score the public record can defend.

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3.5(539)Yelp(0)Claimed on Google
Head StartSchool Readiness
Center-based

On record in Florida.

18 N Terry Ave, Orlando FL, 32801

At a glance

Coalition For The Homeless Of Central Florida Inc is a homeless service center with a 29-year DCF license. Parents consistently praise nothing, as reviews are overwhelmingly negative. Reviews mention unfulfilled promises and unhelpful staff.

Summary generated from parent reviews, licensing records, and Google Business signals.

Ages
6 wks – 5 yrs
Hours
7:00AM to 6:00PM
Licensed for
38 children
Subsidies
Accepted

Hours

On the state licence record

7:00AM to 6:00PM

Monday through Friday

Listed on Google

Mon
7 AM–3 PM
Tue
7 AM–3 PM
Wed
7 AM–3 PM
Thu
7 AM–3 PM
Fri
7 AM–3 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

Parking

  • Free parking lot
  • Free street parking
  • On-site parking

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 Coalition For The Homeless Of Central Florida 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
  • Food Served
  • Full Day
  • Half Day
  • Infant Care

The public record

License number
C09OR0265
License status
Licensed
License type
Child Care Facility
Licensed capacity
38 children
Address
18 N Terry Ave, Orlando FL, 32801
County
Orange County
Website
Not listed
License issued
September 6, 1996
License expires
September 6, 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.

1 clean inspection · 4 with findings in the last 5

  1. FindingMay '23

    May 3, 2023

    12-02: An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 10, number 1) Physical Environment [SR] Comments Peeling paint was observed in several areas in …

  2. FindingAug '23

    Aug 29, 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 One staff h… | 34-04: The director responsible for the daily operation of the program did not have an active Director Credential. CCF Handbook, Section 4.7 Comments The facility does not have a director with active directo…

  3. FindingAug '24

    Aug 16, 2024

    04-01: Supervision of children in the [Twos/Threes ] group was inadequate in that [classroom group was inadequate in that teachers were asleep or out of range to adequately supervise children.]. CCF Handbook… | 47-01: Child care personnel inappropriately interacted with children in care in a manner that was aggressive, demeaning or intimidating in nature. CCF Handbook, Section 8.2, C Enforcement [SR] Comments Licen…

  4. FindingMay '25

    May 8, 2025

    32-03: The play equipment was not maintained in a safe or sanitary condition for the children to use in that [wasp nest was found in roof of toddler play equipment. ]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B and F San…

  5. CleanMar '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: Head Start participant
  • Affordability: Accepts School Readiness funding

Points to verify

Consider before choosing

Not enough signal recorded yet.

How the reviews split

The 3.5 average comes from 539 Google reviews. An average hides whether opinion is consistent or divided, so the spread is shown too.

  • 5 star252
  • 4 star58
  • 3 star54
  • 2 star32
  • 1 star143

Questions parents ask about Coalition For The Homeless Of Central Florida Inc.

Is Coalition For The Homeless Of Central Florida Inc. a licensed child care provider in Florida?

Yes. Coalition For The Homeless Of Central Florida Inc. holds Florida DCF licence C09OR0265, currently listed as "Licensed" by the Department of Children and Families, first licensed on September 6, 1996. Confirm current standing with DCF before enrolling.

Does Coalition For The Homeless Of Central Florida Inc. accept School Readiness subsidies?

Yes. The DCF record shows Coalition For The Homeless Of Central Florida 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 Coalition For The Homeless Of Central Florida Inc.'s hours?

Weekday hours listed on its Google business profile are 7 AM–3 PM. Listings change, so call ahead to confirm.

How many children can Coalition For The Homeless Of Central Florida Inc. care for?

Coalition For The Homeless Of Central Florida Inc. is licensed for up to 38 children. Licensed capacity is a legal maximum, not current availability or enrollment.

Has Coalition For The Homeless Of Central Florida Inc. had any licensing violations?

Florida DCF has recorded 14 inspections at Coalition For The Homeless Of Central Florida 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.