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On record in Florida.
5171 Cypress Preserve Dr, Tampa FL, 33647
- Ages
- 6 wks – 5 yrs
- Hours
- 6:00AM to 7:30PM
- Licensed for
- 233 children
Hours
On the state licence record
6:00AM to 7:30PM
Monday through Friday
Hours change without the licence record changing. Call before you plan a drop-off around these times.
Ages and programs
Reported to Department of Children and Families, Office of Child Care Regulation by Bright Horizons Children's Center 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
- C13HI0078
- License status
- Licensed
- License type
- Child Care Facility
- Licensed capacity
- 233 children
- Address
- 5171 Cypress Preserve Dr, Tampa FL, 33647
- County
- Hillsborough County
- Phone
- +18136151918
- Website
- Not listed
- License issued
- November 24, 2008
- 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.
1 clean inspection · 2 with findings in the last 3
- CleanOct '23
FindingOct '24
Oct 3, 2024
30-05: The diaper changing surface was not cleaned and sanitized or disinfected after each use. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, E Comments During the time of the inspection the Licensing Specialist observed th…
FindingOct '25
Oct 3, 2025
44-04: The personnel/ volunteer (ten hours or more per month) record did not include a CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form signed annually. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, C Comments D…
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
- Programs: Offers Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK)
Points to verify
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Not enough signal recorded yet.
From Yelp
Recent parent reviews
- Yelp
Not first time mom but still nervous about sending my child. I usually pick schools that know, knew someone who attented the school or worked there. So I...
Hallie M.May 8, 2026 - Yelp
I am a first time mommy and I was very nervous to let my LO begin his first Infant Day Care experience so I can return back to work. But,it has been a...
Jane D.Feb 15, 2017
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Questions parents ask about Bright Horizons Children's Center
Is Bright Horizons Children's Center a licensed child care provider in Florida?
- Yes. Bright Horizons Children's Center holds Florida DCF licence C13HI0078, currently listed as "Licensed" by the Department of Children and Families, first licensed on November 24, 2008. Confirm current standing with DCF before enrolling.
Does Bright Horizons Children's Center offer free VPK?
- Yes. Bright Horizons Children's Center 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 Bright Horizons Children's Center a Gold Seal provider?
- Yes. Bright Horizons Children's Center holds Florida's Gold Seal Quality Care designation, which requires accreditation by a DCF-approved accrediting association in good standing.
How many children can Bright Horizons Children's Center care for?
- Bright Horizons Children's Center is licensed for up to 233 children. Licensed capacity is a legal maximum, not current availability or enrollment.
Has Bright Horizons Children's Center had any licensing violations?
- Florida DCF has recorded 3 inspections at Bright Horizons Children's Center, 2 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.