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The Learning Cottage at Palmer Ranch

Licensed
54Elevated Risk

What this score could check

Verified evidence places this provider between 54 and 80. The badge shows the floor: the score the public record can defend.

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4.3(6)Yelp(0)Claimed on Google
Center-based

On record in Florida.

5745 Rosin Way, Sarasota FL, 34233

Ages
6 wks – 5 yrs
Hours
7:30AM to 5:30PM
Licensed for
80 children

Hours

On the state licence record

7:30AM to 5:30PM

Monday through Friday

Listed on Google

Mon
7:30 AM–5:30 PM
Tue
7:30 AM–5:30 PM
Wed
7:30 AM–5:30 PM
Thu
7:30 AM–5:30 PM
Fri
7:30 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

Planning

  • Appointment required

Parking

  • On-site parking

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 Learning Cottage at Palmer Ranch 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
C12SA0355
License status
Licensed
License type
Child Care Facility
Licensed capacity
80 children
Address
5745 Rosin Way, Sarasota FL, 34233
County
Sarasota County
Website
Not listed
License issued
March 14, 2024
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.

✅ Passed the last 6 inspections

  1. CleanMar '24
  2. CleanSep '24
  3. CleanNov '24
  4. CleanMar '25
  5. CleanNov '25
  6. CleanMay '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.

How the reviews split

The 4.3 average comes from 6 Google reviews. An average hides whether opinion is consistent or divided, so the spread is shown too.

  • 5 star5
  • 4 star0
  • 3 star0
  • 2 star0
  • 1 star1

Questions parents ask about The Learning Cottage at Palmer Ranch

Is The Learning Cottage at Palmer Ranch a licensed child care provider in Florida?

Yes. The Learning Cottage at Palmer Ranch holds Florida DCF licence C12SA0355, currently listed as "Licensed" by the Department of Children and Families, first licensed on March 14, 2024. Confirm current standing with DCF before enrolling.

What are The Learning Cottage at Palmer Ranch's hours?

Weekday hours listed on its Google business profile are 7:30 AM–5:30 PM. Listings change, so call ahead to confirm.

How many children can The Learning Cottage at Palmer Ranch care for?

The Learning Cottage at Palmer Ranch is licensed for up to 80 children. Licensed capacity is a legal maximum, not current availability or enrollment.

Has The Learning Cottage at Palmer Ranch had any licensing violations?

Florida DCF has recorded 6 inspections at The Learning Cottage at Palmer Ranch, none of which cited a violation. Reports are published by the state and summarized as reported; a finding is a cited standard, not a judgment of overall quality.