1 / 4Shining Stars Learning Center Inc
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Verified evidence places this provider between 49 and 73. 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.
4416 Hale St, Sarasota FL, 34233
- Ages
- 6 wks – 5 yrs
- Hours
- 7:00AM to 5:30PM
- Licensed for
- 137 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 Shining Stars Learning Center 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
The public record
- License number
- C12SA0246
- License status
- Licensed
- License type
- Child Care Facility
- Licensed capacity
- 137 children
- Address
- 4416 Hale St, Sarasota FL, 34233
- County
- Sarasota County
- Phone
- +19413713253
- Website
- Not listed
- License issued
- November 1, 1997
- License expires
- December 31, 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.
2 clean inspections · 2 with findings in the last 4
FindingApr '23
Apr 14, 2023
43-04: All owners or operators responsible for the daily operation of the program must have a Director Credential. This standard is not currently met due to [director resigned]. Comments Director resigned an…
FindingApr '24
Apr 16, 2024
33-10: The facility operator did not have documented proof of an annual fire inspection by the local fire authority. (Section 14.2, number 1) Physical Environment [SR] Comments Fire inspection posted was fro… | 57-07: The immunization record was incomplete for the child(ren). The record did not document signature of a physician, dates immunizations were administered, or the expiration date. (Section 19.2, number 2)…
- CleanMay '25
- CleanDec '25
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
- 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 4.7 average comes from 27 Google reviews. An average hides whether opinion is consistent or divided, so the spread is shown too.
- 5 star25
- 4 star0
- 3 star0
- 2 star0
- 1 star2
Questions parents ask about Shining Stars Learning Center Inc
Is Shining Stars Learning Center Inc a licensed child care provider in Florida?
- Yes. Shining Stars Learning Center Inc holds Florida DCF licence C12SA0246, currently listed as "Licensed" by the Department of Children and Families, first licensed on November 1, 1997. Confirm current standing with DCF before enrolling.
Does Shining Stars Learning Center Inc offer free VPK?
- Yes. Shining Stars Learning Center 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.
Does Shining Stars Learning Center Inc accept School Readiness subsidies?
- Yes. The DCF record shows Shining Stars Learning Center 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 Shining Stars Learning Center Inc'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 Shining Stars Learning Center Inc care for?
- Shining Stars Learning Center Inc is licensed for up to 137 children. Licensed capacity is a legal maximum, not current availability or enrollment.
Has Shining Stars Learning Center Inc had any licensing violations?
- Florida DCF has recorded 8 inspections at Shining Stars Learning Center 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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