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Amazing Explorers Academy Hamlin

Licensed
56Elevated Risk

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4.9(32)Yelp(0)Claimed on Google
Gold SealVPKSchool Readiness
Center-basedAccredited · National Accreditation Commission

On record in Florida.

5796 Hamlin Groves Trl, Winter Garden FL, 34787

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

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 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

Parking

  • Free 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 Amazing Explorers Academy Hamlin 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
  • Infant Care

The public record

License number
C09OR1258
License status
Licensed
License type
Child Care Facility
Licensed capacity
304 children
Address
5796 Hamlin Groves Trl, Winter Garden FL, 34787
County
Orange County
Website
Not listed
License issued
August 9, 2021
License expires
August 8, 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.

6 clean inspections · 2 with findings in the last 8

  1. FindingJul '23

    Jul 5, 2023

    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… | 21-09: The facility serving children had neither a portable nor a permanent bath facility available for bathing children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.7, G (Section 10.6, number 5) Physical Environment [SR] Comme…

  2. CleanApr '24
  3. CleanAug '24
  4. CleanDec '24
  5. CleanMar '25
  6. CleanJul '25
  7. CleanNov '25
  8. FindingMar '26

    Mar 9, 2026

    33-01: Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the 40 hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement. CCF Handbook Section 4.2.1 Comments One child c…

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

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Not enough signal recorded yet.

How the reviews split

The 4.9 average comes from 32 Google reviews. An average hides whether opinion is consistent or divided, so the spread is shown too.

  • 5 star31
  • 4 star0
  • 3 star0
  • 2 star0
  • 1 star1

Questions parents ask about Amazing Explorers Academy Hamlin

Is Amazing Explorers Academy Hamlin a licensed child care provider in Florida?

Yes. Amazing Explorers Academy Hamlin holds Florida DCF licence C09OR1258, currently listed as "Licensed" by the Department of Children and Families, first licensed on August 9, 2021. Confirm current standing with DCF before enrolling.

Does Amazing Explorers Academy Hamlin offer free VPK?

Yes. Amazing Explorers Academy Hamlin 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 Amazing Explorers Academy Hamlin a Gold Seal provider?

Yes. Amazing Explorers Academy Hamlin holds Florida's Gold Seal Quality Care designation, which requires accreditation by a DCF-approved accrediting association in good standing.

Does Amazing Explorers Academy Hamlin accept School Readiness subsidies?

Yes. The DCF record shows Amazing Explorers Academy Hamlin 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 Amazing Explorers Academy Hamlin'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 Amazing Explorers Academy Hamlin care for?

Amazing Explorers Academy Hamlin is licensed for up to 304 children. Licensed capacity is a legal maximum, not current availability or enrollment.

Has Amazing Explorers Academy Hamlin had any licensing violations?

Florida DCF has recorded 13 inspections at Amazing Explorers Academy Hamlin, 4 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.