Paradise Learning Center V
LicensedWhat this score could check
Verified evidence places this provider between 4 and 15. 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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- Enforcement actions: not checked
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On record in Florida.
6704 N Himes Ave, Tampa FL, 33614
- Ages
- 6 wks – 5 yrs
- Hours
- 6:30AM to 6:00PM
- Licensed for
- 104 children
- Subsidies
- Accepted
Hours
On the state licence record
6:30AM to 6:00PM
Monday through Friday
Listed on Google
- Mon
- 6:30AM-6PM
- Tue
- 6:30AM-6PM
- Wed
- 6:30AM-6PM
- Thu
- 6:30AM-6PM
- Fri
- 6:30AM-6PM
- 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 Paradise Learning Center V 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
- C13HI0324
- License status
- Licensed
- License type
- Child Care Facility
- Licensed capacity
- 104 children
- Address
- 6704 N Himes Ave, Tampa FL, 33614
- County
- Hillsborough County
- Phone
- +18138789033
- Website
- Not listed
- License issued
- October 27, 2003
- 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.
0 clean inspections · 6 with findings in the last 6
FindingSep '23
Sep 18, 2023
07-06: The vehicle alarm installed was not in working condition. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 Comments CCRC observed the Alarm in the 2003 Van was not working. TA was provided: Director Start the van and turn…
FindingSep '24
Sep 5, 2024
41-01: Child(ren) did not have a Florida Certification of Immunization (DH Form 680) or a Religious Exemption from Immunization (DH Form 681), on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1,… | 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) Record Keeping [SR] Comment…
FindingNov '24
Nov 26, 2024
33-09: The facility did not have documented proof that all child care personnel were trained and knowledgeable within 30 days of date of hire in [ safe sleep practices and shaken baby syndrome]. CCF Handbook…
FindingAug '25
Aug 27, 2025
07-05: A vehicle(s) used to transport children did not have the required alarm system installed to prompt the driver to inspect the vehicle for children before exiting the vehicle. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.… | 08-04: The vehicle had missing, broken or non-operable seat belts and/or safety restraints. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.5 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR] Comments During the t… | 09-04: The facilitys written plan of scheduled activities did not include alternate activities in case of inclement weather. CCF Handbook, Section 2.6 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirem… | 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… | 15-03: The facility did not have 35 square feet of usabl
FindingOct '25
Oct 15, 2025
18-02: The bedding available was not safe and poses a threat to the health, safety or well-being of a child in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1 Physical Environment [SR] Comments During the time of the insp…
FindingMay '26
May 27, 2026
04-01: Supervision of children in the [VPK A] group was inadequate in that [children were left alone]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR] Comments D… | 06-01: The facility's driver did not have [ An annual physical examination which grants medical approval to drive]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [S… | 07-06: The vehicle alarm installed was not in working condition. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR] Comments During the time of the inspection, the … | 08-04: The vehicle had missing, broken or non-operable seat belts and/or safety restraints. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.5 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR] Comments During the t… | 12-02: An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be
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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.
How the reviews split
The 3.0 average comes from 35 Google reviews. An average hides whether opinion is consistent or divided, so the spread is shown too.
- 5 star16
- 4 star1
- 3 star1
- 2 star0
- 1 star17
Questions parents ask about Paradise Learning Center V
Is Paradise Learning Center V a licensed child care provider in Florida?
- Yes. Paradise Learning Center V holds Florida DCF licence C13HI0324, currently listed as "Licensed" by the Department of Children and Families, first licensed on October 27, 2003. Confirm current standing with DCF before enrolling.
Does Paradise Learning Center V offer free VPK?
- Yes. Paradise Learning Center V 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 Paradise Learning Center V accept School Readiness subsidies?
- Yes. The DCF record shows Paradise Learning Center V 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 Paradise Learning Center V's hours?
- Weekday hours listed on its Google business profile are 6:30AM-6PM. Listings change, so call ahead to confirm.
How many children can Paradise Learning Center V care for?
- Paradise Learning Center V is licensed for up to 104 children. Licensed capacity is a legal maximum, not current availability or enrollment.
Has Paradise Learning Center V had any licensing violations?
- Florida DCF has recorded 9 inspections at Paradise Learning Center V, 6 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.