The School House
LicensedWhat this score could check
Verified evidence places this provider between 28 and 52. The badge shows the floor: the score the public record can defend.
- State inspection history
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- Accreditation
- Profile details
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On record in Florida.
4055 Bee Ridge Rd, Sarasota FL, 34233
- Ages
- 6 wks – 5 yrs
- Hours
- 7:00AM to 6:00PM
- Licensed for
- 43 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 The School House 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
- Drop In
- Full Day
The public record
- License number
- C12SA0331
- License status
- Licensed
- License type
- Child Care Facility
- Licensed capacity
- 43 children
- Address
- 4055 Bee Ridge Rd, Sarasota FL, 34233
- County
- Sarasota County
- Phone
- +19413710171
- Website
- Not listed
- License issued
- January 1, 2022
- License expires
- December 31, 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.
2 clean inspections · 5 with findings in the last 7
FindingJan '23
Jan 17, 2023
04-01: A ratio of [one] staff for [Thirteen] children is required. There were [one] staff for [Fourteen children (twelve children between the ages of two and three and two four years old children)] children … | 54-02: Facility did not verify that food provided by parents or a caterer was delivered at the correct temperature. Comments Food temperature was not logged on January 11, 2023. It was recommended to provide… | 59-04: The personnel record did not include the position and date of employment for those child care personnel. Comments employment date missing on the Background screening and employment form. 60. Backgroun… | 60-04: Verification of employment history for the past 5 years was not on file for the employees. Record Keeping [SR] Comments No notes or comments regarding prior employment verification in the employee fil…
FindingApr '24
Apr 9, 2024
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 A utility closet that was also being used for stor… | 57-09: The parents of children enrolled were not provided information detailing the causes, symptoms, and transmission of the influenza virus. (Section 19.2, number 9) Record Keeping [SR] Comments The dates …
FindingDec '24
Dec 6, 2024
14-04: An area of the facility was observed to be a serious health hazard to children in care. (Section 10, numbers 1 11) Physical Environment [SR] Comments Supplies and sleeping cots were being stored uncov… | 14-06: A safety deficiency having a low potential for harm to the children in care was observed. (Section 10, numbers 1 11) Physical Environment [SR] Comments Teachers drink was in reach of children. Drink m… | 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…
FindingMay '25
May 1, 2025
14-07: A health deficiency having a low potential for harm to the children in care was observed. (Section 10, numbers 1 11) Physical Environment [SR] Comments Inspector noted that cots in the VPK bathroom re… | 37-01: Items unrelated to diaper changing were stored in the diaper changing area or placed on the diaper changing table/surface. (Section 12.3, number 6) Physical Environment [SR] Comments Item unrelated to…
FindingDec '25
Dec 9, 2025
33-06: The facility did not have the fire extinguisher serviced and retagged timely. (Section 14.2, number 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments Fire extinguisher tag expired. Suggested taking the extinguish… | 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)…
- CleanApr '26
- CleanApr '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
- 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 3 Google reviews. An average hides whether opinion is consistent or divided, so the spread is shown too.
- 5 star3
- 4 star0
- 3 star0
- 2 star0
- 1 star0
Questions parents ask about The School House
Is The School House a licensed child care provider in Florida?
- Yes. The School House holds Florida DCF licence C12SA0331, currently listed as "Licensed" by the Department of Children and Families, first licensed on January 1, 2022. Confirm current standing with DCF before enrolling.
Does The School House accept School Readiness subsidies?
- Yes. The DCF record shows The School House 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 School House'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 The School House care for?
- The School House is licensed for up to 43 children. Licensed capacity is a legal maximum, not current availability or enrollment.
Has The School House had any licensing violations?
- Florida DCF has recorded 11 inspections at The School House, 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.
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