1 / 4The Florida Center For Early Childhood Inc
LicensedWhat this score could check
Verified evidence places this provider between 55 and 77. 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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- Enforcement actions: not checked
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On record in Florida.
4620 17th St, Sarasota FL, 34235
- Ages
- 6 wks – 5 yrs
- Hours
- 8:00AM to 5:00PM
- Licensed for
- 60 children
- Subsidies
- Accepted
Hours
On the state licence record
8:00AM 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
- Gender-neutral restroom
- Restroom
Planning
- Appointments recommended
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 The Florida Center For Early Childhood 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
- Full Day
- Half Day
- Infant Care
The public record
- License number
- C12SA0275
- License status
- Licensed
- License type
- Child Care Facility
- Licensed capacity
- 60 children
- Address
- 4620 17th St, Sarasota FL, 34235
- County
- Sarasota County
- Phone
- +19413718820
- Website
- Not listed
- License issued
- February 22, 1995
- 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.
4 clean inspections · 3 with findings in the last 7
FindingJun '23
Jun 23, 2023
14-05: An area of the facility was observed to be a serious safety hazard to children in care. (Section 10, numbers 1 11) Physical Environment [SR] Comments unlocked a/c & storage door, teacher purse at chil… | 33-01: Fire drills were not conducted and/or did not include one drill during napping/sleeping times, one drill using alternate evacuation routes, or one in the presence of the licensing authority. (Section … | 33-17: The facility operator failed to maintain records of emergency preparedness and evacuation drills. (Section 14.1, number 4 and Section 19.1. number 2) Physical Environment [SR] Comments No documentatio… | 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 [person in charge is not a credentialed director i…
FindingMay '24
May 9, 2024
40-03: There was no documentation, maintained for one year, that routine inspections were conducted at least every other month of all supports, above and below the ground, all connectors, and moving parts. C…
FindingDec '24
Dec 3, 2024
21-06: Staff failed to inspect the playground before allowing children on the playground. Comments Daily playground checklist performed but not completed for the past week. 22. Fencing rule 65C-22.002(4), F.… | 33-07: The facility did not have a fire extinguisher with a current certificate. (Section 14.2, number 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments Fire extinguishers did not have a current certification. 34. Food … | 57-07: The immunization record was incomplete for th
- CleanMay '25
- CleanAug '25
- CleanDec '25
- CleanFeb '26
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
- Affordability: Accepts School Readiness funding
Points to verify
Consider before choosing
Not enough signal recorded yet.
How the reviews split
The 5.0 average comes from 6 Google reviews. An average hides whether opinion is consistent or divided, so the spread is shown too.
- 5 star6
- 4 star0
- 3 star0
- 2 star0
- 1 star0
Questions parents ask about The Florida Center For Early Childhood Inc
Is The Florida Center For Early Childhood Inc a licensed child care provider in Florida?
- Yes. The Florida Center For Early Childhood Inc holds Florida DCF licence C12SA0275, currently listed as "Licensed" by the Department of Children and Families, first licensed on February 22, 1995. Confirm current standing with DCF before enrolling.
Is The Florida Center For Early Childhood Inc a Gold Seal provider?
- Yes. The Florida Center For Early Childhood Inc holds Florida's Gold Seal Quality Care designation, which requires accreditation by a DCF-approved accrediting association in good standing.
Does The Florida Center For Early Childhood Inc accept School Readiness subsidies?
- Yes. The DCF record shows The Florida Center For Early Childhood 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 The Florida Center For Early Childhood 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 The Florida Center For Early Childhood Inc care for?
- The Florida Center For Early Childhood Inc is licensed for up to 60 children. Licensed capacity is a legal maximum, not current availability or enrollment.
Has The Florida Center For Early Childhood Inc had any licensing violations?
- Florida DCF has recorded 13 inspections at The Florida Center For Early Childhood Inc, 3 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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