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The Learning Experience

Licensed
24Elevated Risk

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4.8(168)Yelp(0)Claimed on Google
VPK
Center-based

On record in Florida.

20780 Trout Creek Dr, Tampa FL, 33647

At a glance

The Learning Experience is a day care center with a licensed capacity for 180 children and participates in Voluntary Prekindergarten. Parents praise the patient teachers and communication with parents. Reviews occasionally mention some inconsistencies in the infant room.

Summary generated from parent reviews, licensing records, and Google Business signals.

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

Hours

On the state licence record

6:30AM to 6:30PM

Monday through Friday

Listed on Google

Mon
6:30AM-6:30PM
Tue
6:30AM-6:30PM
Wed
6:30AM-6:30PM
Thu
6:30AM-6:30PM
Fri
6:30AM-6:30PM
Sat
Closed
Sun
Closed

Hours change without the licence record changing. Call before you plan a drop-off around these times.

Amenities and accessibility

Service options

  • Onsite services

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 The Learning Experience 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

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

The public record

License number
C13HI0493
License status
Licensed
License type
Child Care Facility
Licensed capacity
180 children
Address
20780 Trout Creek Dr, Tampa FL, 33647
County
Hillsborough County
Website
Not listed
License issued
July 26, 2017
License expires
June 30, 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.

0 clean inspections · 3 with findings in the last 3

  1. FindingJun '24

    Jun 6, 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…

  2. FindingJun '25

    Jun 11, 2025

    30-05: The diaper changing surface was not cleaned and sanitized or disinfected after each use. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, E Comments During the time of the inspection the Licensing Specialist observed th…

  3. FindingJun '26

    Jun 18, 2026

    12-02: An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A Comments During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed stained ceiling tiles in Pr… | 45-02: Documentation of Level 2 Clearinghouse screening clearance was missing for child care personnel. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1,C Comments During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist obse…

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

  • Programs: Offers Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK)

Points to verify

Consider before choosing

Not enough signal recorded yet.

How the reviews split

The 4.8 average comes from 168 Google reviews. An average hides whether opinion is consistent or divided, so the spread is shown too.

  • 5 star157
  • 4 star2
  • 3 star2
  • 2 star0
  • 1 star7

Questions parents ask about The Learning Experience

Is The Learning Experience a licensed child care provider in Florida?

Yes. The Learning Experience holds Florida DCF licence C13HI0493, currently listed as "Licensed" by the Department of Children and Families, first licensed on July 26, 2017. Confirm current standing with DCF before enrolling.

Does The Learning Experience offer free VPK?

Yes. The Learning Experience 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.

What are The Learning Experience's hours?

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

How many children can The Learning Experience care for?

The Learning Experience is licensed for up to 180 children. Licensed capacity is a legal maximum, not current availability or enrollment.

Has The Learning Experience had any licensing violations?

Florida DCF has recorded 4 inspections at The Learning Experience, 3 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.