A Children's Kastle ELC Inc at Winthrop
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Verified evidence places this provider between 51 and 78. The badge shows the floor: the score the public record can defend.
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On record in Florida.
11297 Winthrop Main St, Riverview FL, 33578
- Ages
- 6 wks – 5 yrs
- Hours
- 6:30AM to 6:00PM
- Licensed for
- 119 children
- Subsidies
- Accepted
Hours
On the state licence record
6:30AM to 6:00PM
Monday through Friday
Hours change without the licence record changing. Call before you plan a drop-off around these times.
Ages and programs
Reported to Department of Children and Families, Office of Child Care Regulation by A Children's Kastle ELC Inc at Winthrop 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
- C13HI0359
- License status
- Licensed
- License type
- Child Care Facility
- Licensed capacity
- 119 children
- Address
- 11297 Winthrop Main St, Riverview FL, 33578
- County
- Hillsborough County
- Phone
- +18136549400
- Website
- Not listed
- License issued
- July 7, 2015
- License expires
- June 30, 2027
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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 · 2 with findings in the last 4
- CleanMay '24
FindingFeb '25
Feb 26, 2025
13-02: The facilitys storage of harmful items including cleaning supplies, flammable products, and poisonous, toxic and hazardous materials allowed access by children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B Ph… | 17-01: The facilitys outdoor play area contained litter, nails, glass or other hazards that posed a low potential for harm to children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A Physical Environment [SR] Comments During … | 30-06: Diaper changing occurred on a surface that was not impermeable. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, E Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments During the time of inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed …
FindingMay '25
May 19, 2025
18-06: The floor mats available for children in care were not covered with an impermeable surface. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments Du… | 33-03: The facility did not have documentation to show child care personnel had begun the introductory training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.1 (Section 2.1…
- CleanMay '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
- Quality: Gold Seal accredited by the state
- Programs: Offers Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK)
- Affordability: Accepts School Readiness funding
Points to verify
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Questions parents ask about A Children's Kastle ELC Inc at Winthrop
Is A Children's Kastle ELC Inc at Winthrop a licensed child care provider in Florida?
- Yes. A Children's Kastle ELC Inc at Winthrop holds Florida DCF licence C13HI0359, currently listed as "Licensed" by the Department of Children and Families, first licensed on July 7, 2015. Confirm current standing with DCF before enrolling.
Does A Children's Kastle ELC Inc at Winthrop offer free VPK?
- Yes. A Children's Kastle ELC Inc at Winthrop 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 A Children's Kastle ELC Inc at Winthrop a Gold Seal provider?
- Yes. A Children's Kastle ELC Inc at Winthrop holds Florida's Gold Seal Quality Care designation, which requires accreditation by a DCF-approved accrediting association in good standing.
Does A Children's Kastle ELC Inc at Winthrop accept School Readiness subsidies?
- Yes. The DCF record shows A Children's Kastle ELC Inc at Winthrop 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.
How many children can A Children's Kastle ELC Inc at Winthrop care for?
- A Children's Kastle ELC Inc at Winthrop is licensed for up to 119 children. Licensed capacity is a legal maximum, not current availability or enrollment.
Has A Children's Kastle ELC Inc at Winthrop had any licensing violations?
- Florida DCF has recorded 7 inspections at A Children's Kastle ELC Inc at Winthrop, 2 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.
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