1 / 8Childlife Preschool- Carrollwood/Citrus Park
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Verified evidence places this provider between 45 and 69. The badge shows the floor: the score the public record can defend.
- State inspection history
- Parent reviews
- Accreditation
- Profile details
- Staff qualifications: not checked
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On record in Florida.
13140 Lynn Rd, Tampa FL, 33625
- Ages
- 6 wks – 5 yrs
- Hours
- 7:00AM to 6:00PM
- Licensed for
- 120 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
Service options
- Onsite services
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 Childlife Preschool- Carrollwood/Citrus Park 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
- Before School
- Food Served
- Full Day
- Infant Care
- Transportation
The public record
- License number
- C13HI0676
- License status
- Licensed
- License type
- Child Care Facility
- Licensed capacity
- 120 children
- Address
- 13140 Lynn Rd, Tampa FL, 33625
- County
- Hillsborough County
- Phone
- +18139685594
- Website
- Not listed
- License issued
- October 12, 2021
- License expires
- September 30, 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 · 3 with findings in the last 4
FindingSep '23
Sep 13, 2023
33-07: Child care personnel, including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the required in-service training during the states fiscal year beginning July 1 and ending June 30. CCF …
FindingAug '24
Aug 26, 2024
17-01: The facilitys outdoor play area contained litter, nails, glass or other hazards that posed a low potential for harm to children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Ph… | 32-07: The ground cover or other protective surface under the [the Swing set and the Playground equipment located in the toddler's playground was measuring less than an inch ] was not maintained. CCF Handboo… | 33-06: The facility did not have documentation to show completion of a Department approved five-hour early literacy and language development course for child care personnel within 12 months of date of employ…
FindingOct '24
Oct 1, 2024
17-01: The facilitys outdoor play area contained litter, nails, glass or other hazards that posed a low potential for harm to children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A Physical Environment [SR] Comments During …
- CleanAug '25
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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
- Programs: Offers Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK)
- Affordability: Accepts School Readiness funding
Points to verify
Consider before choosing
Not enough signal recorded yet.
From Yelp
Recent parent reviews
The 3 most recent of 6 Yelp reviews. Scroll for the rest of them.
- Yelp
Miss D and all the staff are very friendly and are doing a wonderful job with the children. I see the staff is engaged and work together to make a very...
Andrea H.Sep 8, 2022 - Yelp
Loved it. My 5 year old twins and my 3 year old loved it. The staff was kind and very professional. Highly recommend!
Yiveni C.Sep 22, 2021 - Yelp
I really appreciate the care and time the teachers and staff take to know my children, and my name as I come or call to find out information about my...
Christine M.Aug 5, 2021
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How the reviews split
The 4.7 average comes from 46 Google reviews. An average hides whether opinion is consistent or divided, so the spread is shown too.
- 5 star41
- 4 star2
- 3 star0
- 2 star0
- 1 star3
Questions parents ask about Childlife Preschool- Carrollwood/Citrus Park
Is Childlife Preschool- Carrollwood/Citrus Park a licensed child care provider in Florida?
- Yes. Childlife Preschool- Carrollwood/Citrus Park holds Florida DCF licence C13HI0676, currently listed as "Licensed" by the Department of Children and Families, first licensed on October 12, 2021. Confirm current standing with DCF before enrolling.
Does Childlife Preschool- Carrollwood/Citrus Park offer free VPK?
- Yes. Childlife Preschool- Carrollwood/Citrus Park 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.
Does Childlife Preschool- Carrollwood/Citrus Park accept School Readiness subsidies?
- Yes. The DCF record shows Childlife Preschool- Carrollwood/Citrus Park 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 Childlife Preschool- Carrollwood/Citrus Park'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 Childlife Preschool- Carrollwood/Citrus Park care for?
- Childlife Preschool- Carrollwood/Citrus Park is licensed for up to 120 children. Licensed capacity is a legal maximum, not current availability or enrollment.
Has Childlife Preschool- Carrollwood/Citrus Park had any licensing violations?
- Florida DCF has recorded 5 inspections at Childlife Preschool- Carrollwood/Citrus Park, 3 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.