Lil Pals
LicensedWhat this score could check
Verified evidence places this provider between 38 and 73. The badge shows the floor: the score the public record can defend.
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- Profile details
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On record in Florida.
1010 S 76th St, Tampa FL, 33619
- Ages
- 6 wks – 5 yrs
- Hours
- 7:00AM to 5:00PM
- Licensed for
- 150 children
- Subsidies
- Accepted
Hours
On the state licence record
7:00AM to 5:00PM
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 Lil Pals 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
- Drop In
- Food Served
- Full Day
- Half Day
- Infant Care
- Transportation
The public record
- License number
- C13HI0214
- License status
- Licensed
- License type
- Child Care Facility
- Licensed capacity
- 150 children
- Address
- 1010 S 76th St, Tampa FL, 33619
- County
- Hillsborough County
- Phone
- +18136284847
- Website
- Not listed
- License issued
- October 25, 2011
- License expires
- September 30, 2026
This page republishes the public license record maintained by the Department of Children and Families, Office of Child Care Regulation. Fields marked "Not listed" are absent from the state's published data, not hidden. Verify current license status with the agency before enrolling.
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.
3 clean inspections · 1 with finding in the last 4
- CleanSep '23
FindingAug '24
Aug 20, 2024
17-06: The facilitys fencing walls or gate area had gaps that could allow children to exit the outdoor play area. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, F (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR… | 21-11: The sink and/or toilet was not maintained in good operating condition, clean and/or sanitized or disinfected. CCF Handbook, Section 3.7, I (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment … | 32-03: The play equipment was not maintained in a safe or sanitary condition for the children to use in that [peeling paint/rust]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B and F (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) …
- CleanJan '25
- CleanSep '25
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)
- Affordability: Accepts School Readiness funding
Points to verify
Consider before choosing
Not enough signal recorded yet.
Questions parents ask about Lil Pals
Is Lil Pals a licensed child care provider in Florida?
- Yes. Lil Pals holds Florida DCF licence C13HI0214, currently listed as "Licensed" by the Department of Children and Families, first licensed on October 25, 2011. Confirm current standing with DCF before enrolling.
Does Lil Pals offer free VPK?
- Yes. Lil Pals 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 Lil Pals a Gold Seal provider?
- Yes. Lil Pals holds Florida's Gold Seal Quality Care designation, which requires accreditation by a DCF-approved accrediting association in good standing.
Does Lil Pals accept School Readiness subsidies?
- Yes. The DCF record shows Lil Pals 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.
How many children can Lil Pals care for?
- Lil Pals is licensed for up to 150 children. Licensed capacity is a legal maximum, not current availability or enrollment.
Has Lil Pals had any licensing violations?
- Florida DCF has recorded 4 inspections at Lil Pals, 1 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.