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My Little Giants Day School

Licensed
43Elevated Risk

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4.5(68)Yelp5.0(6)Claimed on Google
Gold SealVPKSchool Readiness
Center-basedAccredited · National Accreditation Commission

On record in Florida.

6503 N Himes Ave, Tampa FL, 33614

Ages
6 wks – 5 yrs
Hours
6:30AM to 6:00PM
Licensed for
82 children
Subsidies
Accepted

Hours

On the state licence record

6:30AM to 6:00PM

Monday through Friday

Listed on Google

Mon
6:30 AM–6 PM
Tue
6:30 AM–6 PM
Wed
6:30 AM–6 PM
Thu
6:30 AM–6 PM
Fri
6:30 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

From the business

  • Identifies as Latino-owned

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 My Little Giants Day 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

  • After School
  • Food Served
  • Full Day

The public record

License number
C13HI0289
License status
Licensed
License type
Child Care Facility
Licensed capacity
82 children
Address
6503 N Himes Ave, Tampa FL, 33614
County
Hillsborough County
Website
Not listed
License issued
October 7, 2013
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.

2 clean inspections · 2 with findings in the last 4

  1. CleanSep '23
  2. FindingSep '24

    Sep 6, 2024

    40-17: Medication which had expired or is no longer being administered was not discarded or returned to the custodial parent or legal guardian. CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, H (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Pa… | 42-01: Child(ren) did not have a Student Health Examination/DH (Form 3040), or an equivalent health statement on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety… | 45-09: The facility failed to maintain a current Employee/Contractor Roster for all child care personnel in the Clearinghouse. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, K (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keep…

  3. FindingAug '25

    Aug 26, 2025

    13-02: The facilitys storage of harmful items including cleaning supplies, flammable products, and poisonous, toxic and hazardous materials allowed access by children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B (S… | 32-03: The play equipment was not maintained in a safe or sanitary condition for the children to use in that [a bar is loose]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B and F (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sani… | 35-12: The facility does not have documentation for all child care personnel on required annual refresher education of the facilitys exposure plan. CCF Handbook, Section 6 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Pag…

  4. CleanMay '26

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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)
  • Affordability: Accepts School Readiness funding

Points to verify

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From Yelp

Recent parent reviews

The 3 most recent of 6 Yelp reviews. Scroll for the rest of them.

  • Yelp

    One of the cleanest daycares in Tampa. The staff and faculty are awesome, and they keep open communication with us. The best part is my child learns English...

    Alanys L.Mar 22, 2020
  • Yelp

    They are the greatest daycare/ VPK in the area and I am beyond thankful for what they have done throughout the year to help my daughter. She has learned so...

    Yaima G.Jun 14, 2019
  • Yelp

    Best place for Voluntary Pre-Kindergarten (VPK). My daughter attended day care until she was two years old, then she stayed home with grandma doing...

    Yanis M.May 25, 2018

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How the reviews split

The 4.5 average comes from 68 Google reviews. An average hides whether opinion is consistent or divided, so the spread is shown too.

  • 5 star59
  • 4 star1
  • 3 star0
  • 2 star0
  • 1 star8

Questions parents ask about My Little Giants Day School

Is My Little Giants Day School a licensed child care provider in Florida?

Yes. My Little Giants Day School holds Florida DCF licence C13HI0289, currently listed as "Licensed" by the Department of Children and Families, first licensed on October 7, 2013. Confirm current standing with DCF before enrolling.

Does My Little Giants Day School offer free VPK?

Yes. My Little Giants Day 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 My Little Giants Day School a Gold Seal provider?

Yes. My Little Giants Day School holds Florida's Gold Seal Quality Care designation, which requires accreditation by a DCF-approved accrediting association in good standing.

Does My Little Giants Day School accept School Readiness subsidies?

Yes. The DCF record shows My Little Giants Day School 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 My Little Giants Day School's hours?

Weekday hours listed on its Google business profile are 6:30 AM–6 PM. Listings change, so call ahead to confirm.

How many children can My Little Giants Day School care for?

My Little Giants Day School is licensed for up to 82 children. Licensed capacity is a legal maximum, not current availability or enrollment.

Has My Little Giants Day School had any licensing violations?

Florida DCF has recorded 6 inspections at My Little Giants Day School, 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.