The Learning Nest
1088 Barber St, Sebastian FL, 32958
- Ages6 wks – 5 yrs
- HoursContact for hours
- Capacity132 children
Overview
About Us
The Learning Nest is a licensed child care center with a large DCF-licensed capacity of 132 children in Sebastian, Florida. The provider has held an active DCF license in Indian River County for 18 years.
Programs on record for this provider include Florida's free Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK), Florida School Readiness subsidies, and Gold Seal Quality Care designation. Use the licensing, inspection, and parent-review sections below to review the full record before contacting The Learning Nest.
Florida DCF
Safety & Licensing
Florida DCF License
C19IR0085
Inspection History
5 clean inspections · 3 with findings in the last 8
FindingOct '23
Oct 30, 2023
{"kind":"clean","note":"No violation language detected in report."}
FindingMar '24
Mar 27, 2024
12-06: A safety deficiency having a low potential for harm to the children in care was observed. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 (Section 10, numbers 1-11) Physical Environment [SR] Comments Hanging cord from Gree…
FindingNov '24
Nov 13, 2024
07-06: The vehicle alarm installed was not in working condition. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR] Comments Vehicle #1 horn sound within one minute…
- CleanMar '25
- CleanJun '25
- CleanOct '25
- CleanFeb '26
- CleanJul '26
Findings are summarized from the official Florida DCF inspection report. Click a finding pill to expand the summary. Fresh violations may show “Summary pending” while business profiles are being updated.
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.
What the record says
Provider highlights
Drawn from Florida DCF licensing flags. Parent-review summaries will appear here once enough reviews have been collected.
Signals of care
Strengths
- Quality: Gold Seal accredited by the state
- Programs: Offers Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK)
- Affordability: Accepts School Readiness funding
Points to verify
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