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Primrose School of South Tampa

Licensed
65Mixed Signals

What this score could check

Verified evidence places this provider between 65 and 86. The badge shows the floor: the score the public record can defend.

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  • Parent reviews
  • Accreditation
  • Profile details
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4.6(70)Yelp3.2(17)Claimed on Google
Gold SealVPK
Center-basedAccredited · Cognia (FKA AdvanceED)

On record in Florida.

1700 W Kennedy Blvd, Tampa FL, 33606

Ages
6 wks – 5 yrs
Hours
6:30AM to 6:30PM
Licensed for
436 children

Hours

On the state licence record

6:30AM to 6:30PM

Monday through Friday

Listed on Google

Mon
6:30 AM–6:30 PM
Tue
6:30 AM–6:30 PM
Wed
6:30 AM–6:30 PM
Thu
6:30 AM–6:30 PM
Fri
6:30 AM–6:30 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 Primrose School of South Tampa 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

  • Food Served
  • Full Day
  • Half Day
  • Infant Care

The public record

License number
C13HI0273
License status
Licensed
License type
Child Care Facility
Licensed capacity
436 children
Address
1700 W Kennedy Blvd, Tampa FL, 33606
County
Hillsborough County
Website
Not listed
License issued
August 15, 2013
License expires
July 31, 2027

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.

✅ Passed the last 5 inspections

  1. CleanMar '23
  2. CleanJul '23
  3. CleanJul '23
  4. CleanJul '24
  5. CleanJul '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)

Points to verify

Consider before choosing

Not enough signal recorded yet.

From Yelp

Recent parent reviews

The 3 most recent of 17 Yelp reviews. Scroll for the rest of them.

  • Yelp

    Primrose School of South Tampa has been an incredible place for our daughter. She's truly thrived there--the teachers are warm and attentive, and the...

    Stephen B.Feb 12, 2026
  • Yelp

    We have just completed our daughter's 4 year tenure at Primrose. We were sad to say goodbye because she had such an amazing experience. All the staff are...

    Mike A.Oct 31, 2025
  • Yelp

    My daughter attended Primrose from the day it opened until she graduated from Pre-K. Her instructors were excellent and caring. There were definitely some...

    LB W.Mar 28, 2019

Review insights powered by Yelp. Reviews shown verbatim as returned by Yelp Fusion.

How the reviews split

The 4.6 average comes from 70 Google reviews. An average hides whether opinion is consistent or divided, so the spread is shown too.

  • 5 star62
  • 4 star0
  • 3 star0
  • 2 star1
  • 1 star7

Questions parents ask about Primrose School of South Tampa

Is Primrose School of South Tampa a licensed child care provider in Florida?

Yes. Primrose School of South Tampa holds Florida DCF licence C13HI0273, currently listed as "Licensed" by the Department of Children and Families, first licensed on August 15, 2013. Confirm current standing with DCF before enrolling.

Does Primrose School of South Tampa offer free VPK?

Yes. Primrose School of South Tampa 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 Primrose School of South Tampa a Gold Seal provider?

Yes. Primrose School of South Tampa holds Florida's Gold Seal Quality Care designation, which requires accreditation by a DCF-approved accrediting association in good standing.

What are Primrose School of South Tampa's hours?

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

How many children can Primrose School of South Tampa care for?

Primrose School of South Tampa is licensed for up to 436 children. Licensed capacity is a legal maximum, not current availability or enrollment.

Has Primrose School of South Tampa had any licensing violations?

Florida DCF has recorded 5 inspections at Primrose School of South Tampa, none of which cited a violation. Reports are published by the state and summarized as reported; a finding is a cited standard, not a judgment of overall quality.