1 / 4Easter Seals Southwest Florida Inc
LicensedWhat this score could check
Verified evidence places this provider between 40 and 68. 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.
350 Braden Ave, Sarasota FL, 34243
- Ages
- 6 wks – 5 yrs
- Hours
- 7:15AM to 5:00PM
- Licensed for
- 159 children
- Subsidies
- Accepted
Hours
On the state licence record
7:15AM to 5:00PM
Monday through Friday
Listed on Google
- Mon
- 8 AM–5 PM
- Tue
- 8 AM–5 PM
- Wed
- 8 AM–5 PM
- Thu
- 8 AM–5 PM
- Fri
- 8 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
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
Amenities
- Restroom
Planning
- Appointments recommended
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
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 Easter Seals Southwest 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
- Food Served
- Full Day
- Infant Care
The public record
- License number
- C12MA0273
- License status
- Licensed
- License type
- Child Care Facility
- Licensed capacity
- 159 children
- Address
- 350 Braden Ave, Sarasota FL, 34243
- County
- Sarasota County
- Phone
- +19413557637
- Website
- Not listed
- License issued
- July 31, 2013
- License expires
- July 30, 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 · 2 with findings in the last 5
- CleanMar '23
- CleanJul '23
- CleanOct '23
FindingMar '24
Mar 14, 2024
45-01: A complete CF-FSP Form 5131, Background Screening and Personnel File Requirements, was not on file for all employees. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1, A Record Keeping [SR] Comments At the time of inspect… | 45-06: The Child Care Attestation of Good Moral Character was not completed at the time of initial screening or upon change in employers. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1, B Comments At the time of inspection one…
FindingJul '25
Jul 10, 2025
12-03: A health deficiency having a low potential for harm to the children in care was observed. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments During th… | 30-06: Diaper changing occurred on a surface that was not impermeable. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, E (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments During the inspection, th…
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 3.9 average comes from 18 Google reviews. An average hides whether opinion is consistent or divided, so the spread is shown too.
- 5 star12
- 4 star0
- 3 star1
- 2 star2
- 1 star3
Questions parents ask about Easter Seals Southwest Florida Inc
Is Easter Seals Southwest Florida Inc a licensed child care provider in Florida?
- Yes. Easter Seals Southwest Florida Inc holds Florida DCF licence C12MA0273, currently listed as "Licensed" by the Department of Children and Families, first licensed on July 31, 2013. Confirm current standing with DCF before enrolling.
Does Easter Seals Southwest Florida Inc offer free VPK?
- Yes. Easter Seals Southwest Florida 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.
Is Easter Seals Southwest Florida Inc a Gold Seal provider?
- Yes. Easter Seals Southwest Florida Inc holds Florida's Gold Seal Quality Care designation, which requires accreditation by a DCF-approved accrediting association in good standing.
Does Easter Seals Southwest Florida Inc accept School Readiness subsidies?
- Yes. The DCF record shows Easter Seals Southwest 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 Easter Seals Southwest Florida Inc's hours?
- Weekday hours listed on its Google business profile are 8 AM–5 PM. Listings change, so call ahead to confirm.
How many children can Easter Seals Southwest Florida Inc care for?
- Easter Seals Southwest Florida Inc is licensed for up to 159 children. Licensed capacity is a legal maximum, not current availability or enrollment.
Has Easter Seals Southwest Florida Inc had any licensing violations?
- Florida DCF has recorded 7 inspections at Easter Seals Southwest Florida Inc, 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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