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Kid City USA Sarasota

Licensed
7Elevated Risk

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1 finding on file carries no severity classification and was scored at the moderate middle weight.

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3.7(6)Yelp(0)Claimed on Google
VPKSchool Readiness
Center-based

On record in Florida.

374 Scott Ave, Sarasota FL, 34243

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

Hours

On the state licence record

7:00AM to 6:00PM

Monday through Friday

Listed on Google

Mon
7 AM–6 PM
Tue
7 AM–6 PM
Wed
7 AM–6 PM
Thu
7 AM–6 PM
Fri
7 AM–6 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 Kid City USA Sarasota 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
C12MA0398
License status
Licensed
License type
Child Care Facility
Licensed capacity
97 children
Address
374 Scott Ave, Sarasota FL, 34243
County
Sarasota County
Website
Not listed
License issued
October 22, 2024
License expires
October 21, 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 · 5 with findings in the last 6

  1. CleanSep '24
  2. FindingSep '25

    Sep 26, 2025

    25-08: A freezer was observed without a thermometer or with a thermometer showing a temperature reading greater than 0 degrees Fahrenheit. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, F.1. (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Pa… | 33-06: The facility did not have documentation to show completion of a Department approved five-hour early literacy and language development course for child care personnel within 12 months of date of employ… | 33-13: Child care personnel did not complete preservice training requirements prior to unsupervised contact with or care of children or, if supervised, within 90 days of beginning employment or service with …

  3. FindingNov '25

    Nov 17, 2025

    33-13: Child care personnel did not complete preservice training requirements prior to unsupervised contact with or care of children or, if supervised, within 90 days of beginning employment or service with …

  4. FindingJan '26

    Jan 12, 2026

    33-13: Child care personnel did not complete preservice training requirements prior to unsupervised contact with or care of children or, if supervised, within 90 days of beginning employment or service with … | 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,… | 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… | 42-01: Child

  5. FindingMar '26

    Mar 23, 2026

    33-13: Child care personnel did not complete preservice training requirements prior to unsupervised contact with or care of children or, if supervised, within 90 days of beginning employment or service with … | 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,… | 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… | 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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety…

  6. FindingMay '26

    May 20, 2026

    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 During the inspection, the Licensing Special… | 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… | 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 Durin…

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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 3.7 average comes from 6 Google reviews. An average hides whether opinion is consistent or divided, so the spread is shown too.

  • 5 star4
  • 4 star0
  • 3 star0
  • 2 star0
  • 1 star2

Questions parents ask about Kid City USA Sarasota

Is Kid City USA Sarasota a licensed child care provider in Florida?

Yes. Kid City USA Sarasota holds Florida DCF licence C12MA0398, currently listed as "Licensed" by the Department of Children and Families, first licensed on October 22, 2024. Confirm current standing with DCF before enrolling.

Does Kid City USA Sarasota offer free VPK?

Yes. Kid City USA Sarasota 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 Kid City USA Sarasota accept School Readiness subsidies?

Yes. The DCF record shows Kid City USA Sarasota 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 Kid City USA Sarasota's hours?

Weekday hours listed on its Google business profile are 7 AM–6 PM. Listings change, so call ahead to confirm.

How many children can Kid City USA Sarasota care for?

Kid City USA Sarasota is licensed for up to 97 children. Licensed capacity is a legal maximum, not current availability or enrollment.

Has Kid City USA Sarasota had any licensing violations?

Florida DCF has recorded 8 inspections at Kid City USA Sarasota, 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.