The Creative Pre-School
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Verified evidence places this provider between 19 and 38. The badge shows the floor: the score the public record can defend.
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On record in Florida.
2746 W Tharpe St, Tallahassee FL, 32303
- Ages
- 6 wks – 5 yrs
- Hours
- 7:15AM to 6:00PM
- Licensed for
- 115 children
Hours
On the state licence record
7:15AM to 6:00PM
Monday through Friday
Listed on Google
- Mon
- 7:15 AM–6 PM
- Tue
- 7:15 AM–6 PM
- Wed
- 7:15 AM–6 PM
- Thu
- 7:15 AM–6 PM
- Fri
- 7:15 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 Creative Pre-School 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
- Half Day
- Infant Care
The public record
- License number
- C02LE0234
- License status
- Licensed
- License type
- Child Care Facility
- Licensed capacity
- 115 children
- Address
- 2746 W Tharpe St, Tallahassee FL, 32303
- County
- Leon County
- Phone
- +18503861450
- Website
- Not listed
- License issued
- April 30, 1987
- License expires
- October 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.
0 clean inspections · 7 with findings in the last 7
FindingMar '23
Mar 2, 2023
25-07: A refrigerator was observed without a thermometer or with a thermometer showing a temperature reading greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, F.1. Comments Refrigerators were …
FindingJun '23
Jun 29, 2023
25-08: A freezer was observed without a thermometer or with a thermometer showing a temperature reading greater than 0 degrees Fahrenheit. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, F.1. Comments Licensing counselor obser… | 45-07: Background screening was not completed: [ every five years after the initial screening.] CCF Handbook, Section 5.2 Comments Licensing counselor observed personnel present whose fingerprints expired 2/…
FindingOct '23
Oct 30, 2023
24-18: Stored food was not consumed or discarded on or before the expiration date listed by the manufacturer. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, B Comments RSPM observed 4 gallons of milk that had expired and was … | 33-01: Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the 40 hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement. CCF Handbook Section 4.2.1 Comments Staff liste… | 41-02: The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 (Section 19.2, number 2) Comments The children's names listed on th…
FindingSep '24
Sep 18, 2024
41-02: The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Comments 7.1 Immunization R… | 42-02: The Student Health Examination or equivalent health statement was not acceptable in that: [ It was not current (over two years old)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) …
FindingFeb '25
Feb 4, 2025
12-01: Areas of the facility were found to be in need of cleaning. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A Comments 3.1 General Health and Safety Requirements B. It is the responsibility of the director/operator to ens… | 24-18: Stored food was not consumed or discarded on or before the expiration date listed by the manufacturer. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, B Comments 3.9.2 Food Storage B. Stored food must be consumed or dis… | 41-02: The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 Comments 7.1 Immunization Records The child care facility is respon…
FindingApr '25
Apr 11, 2025
04-05: Child care personnel were not within sight and hearing of all the children during nap time. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4.2 Comments 2.4.2 Nap time Supervision During nap time, childcare personnel must be…
FindingJan '26
Jan 30, 2026
23-07: Fire drills conducted during the licensure year did not include the following [missing for the month of January 2026.]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.4, C Comments LS observed Fire drills conducted during…
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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
- Quality: Gold Seal accredited by the state
- Programs: Offers Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK)
Points to verify
Consider before choosing
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How the reviews split
The 5.0 average comes from 7 Google reviews. An average hides whether opinion is consistent or divided, so the spread is shown too.
- 5 star7
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- 1 star0
Questions parents ask about The Creative Pre-School
Is The Creative Pre-School a licensed child care provider in Florida?
- Yes. The Creative Pre-School holds Florida DCF licence C02LE0234, currently listed as "Licensed" by the Department of Children and Families, first licensed on April 30, 1987. Confirm current standing with DCF before enrolling.
Does The Creative Pre-School offer free VPK?
- Yes. The Creative Pre-School 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.
Is The Creative Pre-School a Gold Seal provider?
- Yes. The Creative Pre-School holds Florida's Gold Seal Quality Care designation, which requires accreditation by a DCF-approved accrediting association in good standing.
What are The Creative Pre-School's hours?
- Weekday hours listed on its Google business profile are 7:15 AM–6 PM. Listings change, so call ahead to confirm.
How many children can The Creative Pre-School care for?
- The Creative Pre-School is licensed for up to 115 children. Licensed capacity is a legal maximum, not current availability or enrollment.
Has The Creative Pre-School had any licensing violations?
- Florida DCF has recorded 17 inspections at The Creative Pre-School, 7 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.
