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Children First (1723 N Orange Ave)

Daycare center in Sarasota, FL. 1723 N Orange Ave, Sarasota FL, 34234, Sarasota, FL 34234

4.3 (11 on Google)Read parent reviews
Call (941) 953-3877Visit website
AgesNot listed
HoursSee hours below
Tuition fromNot listed
Licensed capacity162 children
LicenceLicensed
Gold SealNot rated

About the program

Children First (1723 N Orange Ave) is a licensed daycare center in Sarasota, Florida, on the state register since 2000. It is licensed for 162 children.

It accepts child care subsidy.

Accepts subsidyHead StartPublic pre-K seats

Tuition and capacity

Tuition: not listed. Children First (1723 N Orange Ave) does not publish a fee schedule on its website.

Licensing and safety

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Licence typeChild Care Facility - Birth to SA · C12SA0146
Licence statusActive since 2000
Licensed capacity162 children
Gold SealNot rated
Source: Florida Department of Children and Families, Office of Child Care Regulation. Last synced September 18, 2026.

Florida publishes inspection reports on its own site. Open the state record to read this program's inspection history in full.

What parents say

Congratulations on this achievement! I am a parent who has been working with Children First for the past six years I want to say how impressed I am with the quality of care that my children have been able to receive. I’m grateful for the support and completely believe in the program and its ability to change the lives of families for the better. It’s amazing the amount of programs and support that are designed to…

Kaley Ann Graham · 5/5 on Google · 5 months ago

Years ago when my son went for care here, the teachers were EXTREMELY rude and mean to the students. Also, there was a child touching my child inappropriately and nothing was ever done i had to withdraw my student from their establishment. The person that runs the facility did call and talk to me about it, but id like to warn other parents before they send their kids. hopefully those teachers no longer are employed…

Kay Roylance · 1/5 on Google · 4 months ago

An outstanding early childhood program. The longevity of the staff speaks volumes for the quality of education and leadershil you will find at this site.

Susan Loncaric · 5/5 on Google · 6 months ago

I have had all three of my children go through the Children First program from infancy to VPK. I have 2 still currently in the program (one is a toddler and the other is in VPK). Throughout the years, this is the center I always send family, friends, and anyone who asks for recommendations on a place to bring their child too. I briefly had my son in the YMCA for the summer before he went to kindergarten and I will…

Sara Shaffer · 5/5 on Google · 6 years ago
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Getting there

1723 N Orange Ave, Sarasota FL, 34234, Sarasota, FL 34234

Questions about Children First (1723 N Orange Ave)

Is Children First (1723 N Orange Ave) licensed?

Yes, with a note. Children First (1723 N Orange Ave) holds a Child Care Facility - Birth to SA licence (state status: licensed) from Florida Department of Children and Families, Office of Child Care Regulation (licence C12SA0146), with a licensed capacity of 162 children. The state record was synced in September 2026.

How much does Children First (1723 N Orange Ave) cost?

Children First (1723 N Orange Ave) does not publish tuition on its website. Ask for the full fee schedule on a tour, including registration, supply and late pick-up fees. The program accepts child care subsidy.

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