The Learning Center
LARGO, FL·Child Care FacilityLicensed
Contact information
Address400 Lake Ave NE, Largo FL, 33771
CityLARGO, FL 33771
CountyPINELLAS
Phone7275829994
Operating details
HoursMon 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Tue 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Wed 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Thu 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Fri 7:00AM to 6:00PM
Capacity109
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 9/17/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High5
- Medium-High8
- Medium9
- Medium-Low3
- Low0
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Location
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400 Lake Ave NE, Largo FL, 33771, LARGO, FL 33771
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- This facility has supervision-related findings on its state record - ask specifically how ratios are maintained during transitions, outdoor play, and nap time
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Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 9/17/2025
- High4
- Medium-High2
- Medium4
- Medium-Low1
- Low0
2025
- Medium-Low riskStandard 809/17/2025
80. Formula (80-01)
Bottles and/or sippy cups brought from home were not labeled with childs first and last name. Comments: In one of the classrooms, it was observed that the sippy cups did not have first and last names on them. They were labeled at time of inspection. APPLICATION, FEE, LICENSE X Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-09-17. View official inspection document (report 3fc67c53-3a1c-4837-952a-9028c5bd5560)
Corrected at inspection - Medium-High riskStandard 719/17/2025
71. Communicable Disease: VII. D. (71-02)
The childrens center failed to report a suspected communicable disease for two or more children or adults within 72 hours to the local community health department and failed to follow directions given. Comments: Center did not report 3 of more cases of communicable disease within 72 hours. TA was given at time of visit to have assistant director call Epidemiology. Assistant director spoke to Epi during this time. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-09-17. View official inspection document (report 3fc67c53-3a1c-4837-952a-9028c5bd5560)
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 549/17/2025
54. Infant Toys/Equipment Cleaned/Sanitized Daily VI. H. (54-02)
There was no labeled container provided for storage of dirty toys and play materials. [1]. Comments: In one classroom there was no dirty toy container. Due: 9/24/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-09-17. View official inspection document (report 3fc67c53-3a1c-4837-952a-9028c5bd5560)
Not corrected - High riskStandard 349/17/2025
34. Lighting VI. C. (34-02)
Lighting was insufficient to visually observe and supervise children including at naptime. Comments: Lighting was observed to be too dark in multiple classrooms during naptime. TA given to open shades, so staff are able to see the children's faces. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-09-17. View official inspection document (report 3fc67c53-3a1c-4837-952a-9028c5bd5560)
Corrected at inspection - Medium riskStandard 129/17/2025
12. Education, Training, and Other Personnel Records I.B., C. and V.A. . (12-03)
See the Personnel Records Summary for [1] Child Care personnel who have not completed the 40 clock hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement. Comments: 1 staff member has not completed 40 hours within required time. Due: 10/17/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-09-17. View official inspection document (report 3fc67c53-3a1c-4837-952a-9028c5bd5560)
Not corrected - High riskStandard 119/17/2025
11. General Qualifications/Level II Screening/Background Screening (11-06)
See the Personnel Records Summary [1] Child Care personnel with an expired Acknowledgement Form. Comments: 1 staff member had expired annual acknowledgment form, corrected at visit. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-09-17. View official inspection document (report 3fc67c53-3a1c-4837-952a-9028c5bd5560)
Corrected at inspection - High riskStandard 069/17/2025
06. Adult-Child Ratio: II. B. (06-01)
The adult-child ratio was not met. There was/were [1] staff supervising [6 infants] children. Comments: Upon arrival the infant teacher was observed to be walking in hallway. When licensing entered the infant room, we observed 6 infant in the room. Please submit a plan to ensure all staff stay within adult/child ratio. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-09-17. View official inspection document (report 3fc67c53-3a1c-4837-952a-9028c5bd5560)
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 444/8/2025
44. Infant Sleep Positioning (44-03)
A sleep sack used did not fit according to manufacturers recommendations, restricted the infants arms, or slid up around the infants face. Comments: When arrived to infants room, there were 2 infants with sleep sacks with restricted arms. Discussed safe sleep options with teachers. The teacher immediately pull both infants arms out. The sleep sacks had an option to have arms out. This brings this area into compliance. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-04-08. View official inspection document (report 74ac6b6c-e6b3-463e-9dfa-211dd809f945)
Not corrected
2024
- Medium-High riskStandard 5512/18/2024
55. Isolation Area (55-06)
The childrens center did not have a written exposure plan regarding safety precautions for exposure to blood and potentially infectious fluids. Comments: One new staff member did not have a signed exposure control plan. The staff member signed the form during the inspection visit. SAFETY, HEALTH AND SANITATION VII Compliance Comments A food inspection dated 8-13-24 is in the center file. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-12-18. View official inspection document (report 49355301-900e-4947-b361-b9053b703098)
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 2012/18/2024
20. Administrative Fine Posted: V. A. (20-01)
The citation for a violation of a licensing standard or requirement of ss. 402.301-402.319 F.S. that resulted in disciplinary action did not remain posted with the license for a full year after its effective date. Comments: The center received a fine on 5-22-24. It was not posted, but the document was found and posted during the inspection visit. Compliance Comments Discussed incident reports. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-12-18. View official inspection document (report 49355301-900e-4947-b361-b9053b703098)
Not corrected - High riskStandard 1112/18/2024
11. General Qualifications/Level II Screening/Background Screening (11-06)
See the Personnel Records Summary [7] Child Care personnel with an expired Acknowledgement Form. Comments: 6 of the staff members with an expired form signed a new one during the inspection visit. Please have the remaining staff member sign a new acknowledgement form and send it to your licensing specialist. An up-to-date clearinghouse roster was observed. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-12-18. View official inspection document (report 49355301-900e-4947-b361-b9053b703098)
Not corrected
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Safety & Compliance Analysis
This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.
(Past 6 Months)
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Estimated monthly cost
$1,009/month
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Typical prices in Florida run about $904/month for infant care at a center (federal median) — see daycare costs in Florida by age group.
About this daycare
- Location: LARGO, PINELLAS County
- Capacity: 109
- Type: Child Care Facility
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