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Pinocchio Learning Center Inc

Licensed
46Elevated Risk

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Verified evidence places this provider between 46 and 68. The badge shows the floor: the score the public record can defend.

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4.9(49)Yelp(0)
Gold SealVPKSchool Readiness
Center-basedAccredited · National Accreditation Commission

On record in Florida.

3303 W Saint Louis St, Tampa FL, 33607

Ages
6 wks – 5 yrs
Hours
6:30AM to 6:00PM
Licensed for
59 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

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 Pinocchio Learning Center Inc 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
  • Half Day

The public record

License number
C13HI0560
License status
Licensed
License type
Child Care Facility
Licensed capacity
59 children
Address
3303 W Saint Louis St, Tampa FL, 33607
County
Hillsborough County
Website
Not listed
License issued
November 1, 2018
License expires
October 31, 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 · 1 with finding in the last 3

  1. CleanOct '23
  2. CleanOct '24
  3. FindingSep '25

    Sep 15, 2025

    12-02: An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A Physical Environment [SR] Comments During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed the following… | 29-10: A dishwasher used for tableware and utensil washing and sanitization was not functioning properly in that [kitchen area.]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.4, A Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments During … | 30-05: The diaper changing surface was not cleaned and sanitized or disinfected after each use. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, E Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments During the inspection, the Licensing Spe… | 30-07: Items unrelated to diaper changing were stored in the diaper changing area or placed on the diaper changing table/surface. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, G Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments During… | 40-17: Medication which had expired or is no longer bein

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.

How the reviews split

The 4.9 average comes from 49 Google reviews. An average hides whether opinion is consistent or divided, so the spread is shown too.

  • 5 star47
  • 4 star1
  • 3 star0
  • 2 star0
  • 1 star1

Questions parents ask about Pinocchio Learning Center Inc

Is Pinocchio Learning Center Inc a licensed child care provider in Florida?

Yes. Pinocchio Learning Center Inc holds Florida DCF licence C13HI0560, currently listed as "Licensed" by the Department of Children and Families, first licensed on November 1, 2018. Confirm current standing with DCF before enrolling.

Does Pinocchio Learning Center Inc offer free VPK?

Yes. Pinocchio Learning Center Inc 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 Pinocchio Learning Center Inc a Gold Seal provider?

Yes. Pinocchio Learning Center Inc holds Florida's Gold Seal Quality Care designation, which requires accreditation by a DCF-approved accrediting association in good standing.

Does Pinocchio Learning Center Inc accept School Readiness subsidies?

Yes. The DCF record shows Pinocchio Learning Center Inc 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 Pinocchio Learning Center Inc'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 Pinocchio Learning Center Inc care for?

Pinocchio Learning Center Inc is licensed for up to 59 children. Licensed capacity is a legal maximum, not current availability or enrollment.

Has Pinocchio Learning Center Inc had any licensing violations?

Florida DCF has recorded 5 inspections at Pinocchio Learning Center Inc, 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.