Step Up Suncoast Rise and Shine Early Learning - Parkland
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On record in Florida.
6432 Parkland Dr, Sarasota FL, 34243
- Ages
- 6 wks – 5 yrs
- Hours
- 7:00AM to 6:00PM
- Licensed for
- 148 children
- Subsidies
- Accepted
Hours
On the state licence record
7:00AM 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 Step Up Suncoast Rise and Shine Early Learning - Parkland 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
- Infant Care
The public record
- License number
- C12MA0321
- License status
- Licensed
- License type
- Child Care Facility
- Licensed capacity
- 148 children
- Address
- 6432 Parkland Dr, Sarasota FL, 34243
- County
- Sarasota County
- Phone
- +19417506667
- Website
- Not listed
- License issued
- November 2, 2018
- License expires
- November 1, 2026
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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.
1 clean inspection · 6 with findings in the last 7
FindingJun '23
Jun 29, 2023
35-12: The facility does not have documentation for all child care personnel on required annual refresher education of the facilitys exposure plan. CCF Handbook, Section 6 Comments The center did not have an… | 44-01: Personnel records or copies of records were not being maintained at the facility and available for review by the licensing authority. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 Record Keeping [SR] Comments Three staff…
FindingSep '23
Sep 28, 2023
18-12: Bedding and/or linens were not stored in a sanitary manner. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1, G & H Physical Environment [SR] Comments At the time of inspection, counselor observed and photographed cots st… | 29-16: Hand hygiene procedures, including situations or times, were not posted in food preparation, diapering, and toileting areas. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.1, D Comments At time of inspection, while most …
FindingFeb '24
Feb 21, 2024
29-02: Child care personnel did not wash their hands [after diaper changing ]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.1 Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments At the time of inspection licensing specialist observed staf… | 29-03: Child care personnel did not assist children with hand washing [after diaper changing ]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.1 Comments At the time of inspection licensing specialist observed staff not washing… | 30-05: The diaper changing surface was not cleaned and sanitized or disinfected after each use. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, E Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments At the time of inspection licensing spec… | 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,…
FindingJun '24
Jun 21, 2024
19-02: A minimum distance of 18'' was not maintained between each napping/sleeping space. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.2, C (Section 10.4, number 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments During the inspection lice…
FindingOct '24
Oct 28, 2024
12-02: An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments During the inspection, Licensi… | 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… | 33-16: All child care personnel who completed DCF training did not complete additional DEL-approved health and safety training by required date. (Section 3.2.A.1. and 3.2.C Training Requirements, Page 7) [SR…
FindingOct '25
Oct 17, 2025
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…
- 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: Offers Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK)
- Programs: Head Start participant
- Affordability: Accepts School Readiness funding
Points to verify
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Questions parents ask about Step Up Suncoast Rise and Shine Early Learning - Parkland
Is Step Up Suncoast Rise and Shine Early Learning - Parkland a licensed child care provider in Florida?
- Yes. Step Up Suncoast Rise and Shine Early Learning - Parkland holds Florida DCF licence C12MA0321, currently listed as "Licensed" by the Department of Children and Families, first licensed on November 2, 2018. Confirm current standing with DCF before enrolling.
Does Step Up Suncoast Rise and Shine Early Learning - Parkland offer free VPK?
- Yes. Step Up Suncoast Rise and Shine Early Learning - Parkland 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 Step Up Suncoast Rise and Shine Early Learning - Parkland accept School Readiness subsidies?
- Yes. The DCF record shows Step Up Suncoast Rise and Shine Early Learning - Parkland 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 Step Up Suncoast Rise and Shine Early Learning - Parkland care for?
- Step Up Suncoast Rise and Shine Early Learning - Parkland is licensed for up to 148 children. Licensed capacity is a legal maximum, not current availability or enrollment.
Has Step Up Suncoast Rise and Shine Early Learning - Parkland had any licensing violations?
- Florida DCF has recorded 13 inspections at Step Up Suncoast Rise and Shine Early Learning - Parkland, 6 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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