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First United Methodist Church Early Care Center104 S Pineapple Avenue, Sarasota, 34236Contact: Susan Loncaric 366-9522Type of facility: Center Ratios: 2:18 or 1:10Lead Teacher Credential: BA, FCCPCGold Seal Accredited: Yes, NAEYC, UMAP Readiness Rate: 267Program Hours: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PMClassrooms: 2 Start/End Date 8/24/09-6/4/10Curriculum: Creative Curriculum and designed by providerBefore and After Care Available: After & VPK ONLYFoundations Development Learning Academy7041 Professional Pkwy East, Sarasota, 34240Contact: Heather Downing 907-7078Type of facility: Center Ratios: 2:18 or 1:10Lead Teacher Credential: 2 FCCPCGold Seal Accredited: No Readiness Rate: NAProgram Hours: 8:30-11:30 AMClassrooms: 2 Start/End Date 8/24/09-6/4/10Curriculum: Creative CurriculumBefore and After Care Available: YesGrace United Methodist Preschool400 E. Field Avenue, Venice, 34285Contact: Patyse Dulmer 485-4312Type of facility: Center Ratios: 2:18 or 1:10Lead Teacher Credential: 3 BAs, AA, FCCPCGold Seal Accredited: No; Other: UMAP Readiness Rate: 281Program Hours: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PMClassroom: 5 Start/End Date 8/24/09-6/3/10Curriculum: Creative Curriculum, School Readiness ExpressBefore and After Care Available: YesHappy Hearts Early Learning Center620 Shamrock Blvd, Venice, 34293Contact: Jo King 493-7940Type of facility: Center Ratios: 2:18 or 1:10Lead Teacher Credential: FCCPCGold Seal Accredited: No Readiness Rate: NAProgram Hours: 8:00 AM – 11:00 AMClassroom: 1 Start/End Date: 8/24/09-6/7/10Curriculum: Beyond Centers and Circle TimeBefore and After Care Available: YesHorizons Unlimited Christian Academy1680 18th Street, Sarasota, 34234Contact: Linda Ferdinand 957-0409Type of facility: Center Ratios: 2:18 or 1:10Lead Teacher Credential: FCCPCGold Seal Accredited: Yes, Nac Readiness Rate: 249Program Hours: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PMClassroom: 1 Start/End Date 8/24/09-5/28/10Curriculum: Wee LearnBefore and After Care Available: YesIncarnation School2911 Bee Ridge Rd, Sarasota, 34239Contact: Lauri Currie 924-8588Type of facility: Center Ratios: 2:18 or 1:10Lead Teacher Credential: BAGold Seal Accredited: No Readiness Rate: NAOther Accreditation: Yes, Florida Catholic ConferenceProgram Hours: 7:45AM – 11:45 AMClassrooms: 1 Start/End Date 10/12/09-6/2/10Curriculum: Creative CurriculumBefore and After Care Available: YesJust Like Home Preschool401 Albee Rd West, Nokomis 34275Contact: 488-9597Type of Facility: Center Ratios: 2:18 or 1:10Lead Teacher Credential: FCCPCGold Seal Accredited: No Readiness Rate: NAProgram Hours: 9:00 AM –12:00 PMClassroom: 1 Start/End Date 8/24/09-6/4/10Curriculum: CreativeBefore and After School Care: YesKaleidoscope Learning Center14601 Tamiami Trl, North Port, 34287Contact: Jessica Pasick 941-240-5675Type of Facility: Center Ratios: 2:18 or 1:10Lead Teacher Credential: FCCPCGold Seal Accredited: No Readiness Rate: NAProgram Hours: 9:00 AM –12:00 PMClassroom: 1 Start/End Date 9/21/09-6/30/10Curriculum: CreativeBefore and After School Care: YesKids on the Rock8200 Bee Ridge, Sarasota FL 34241Contact: Rosana Cress 941- 308-0365/ 308-0366Type of Facility: Center Ratios: 2:18 or 1:10Lead Teacher Credential: FCCPCGold Seal Accredited: No Readiness Rate: NAProgram Hours: 9:00 AM –12:00 PMClassroom: 2 Start/End Date 8/24/09-6/4/10Curriculum: CreativeBefore and After School Care: Yes, VPK ONLYKindergarten Prep, Inc3186 Abbington St, North Port, FL 34286Contact: Marta Shea 941-564-6157Type of Facility: Center Ratios: 2:18 or 1:10Lead Teacher Credential: AAGold Seal Accredited: No Readiness Rate: NAProgram Hours: 8:30 AM-11:30 AMClassroom: 1 Start/End Date 8/24/09-6/4/10Curriculum: CreativeBefore and After School Care: YesVisit the Early Learning Coalition website for additional information www.earlylearningcoalitionsarasota.orgFor VPK Readiness Rates go to www.vpk.fldoe.orgPage 4 of 10

Riverwood Preschool & Child Care Center5016 Riverwood Avenue, Sarasota, 34231Contact: Anita Teague 924-2779Type of facility: Center Ratios: 2:18 or 1:10Lead Teacher Credential: BS, MSGold Seal Accredited: No Readiness Rate: 273Program Hours: 8:30 – 11:30 AMClassroom: 2 Start/End Date 8/24/09-5/29/10Curriculum: Creative & Beyond Centers and Circle TimeBefore and After Care Available: Yes & VPK ONLYSouth County YMCA Preschool on the Island, Venice111 Firenze Avenue E., Venice, 34285Contact: Cheryl Dillenback 484-2054Type of facility: Center Ratios: 2:18 or 1:10Lead Teacher Credential: BA, FCCPCGold Seal Accredited: No Readiness Rate: 258Program Hours: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PMClassroom: 2 Start/End Date 8/24/09-6/4/10Curriculum: Creative CurriculumBefore and After Care Available: YesSelby Day School At Children's Haven4405 Desoto Rd, Sarasota, 34235Contact: Michelle Carusona 355-8808Type of facility: Center Ratios: 2:18 or 1:10Lead Teacher Credential: MAGold Seal Accredited: Yes, NAEYC Readiness Rate: 283Program Hours: 8:30 - 11:30 AMClassroom: 1 Start/End Date 8/24/09-6/4/10Curriculum: MontessoriBefore and After Care Available: YesSouth County Family YMCA Preschool, Venice701 Center Road, Venice, 34292Contact: Denita Browning/Jennifer Harmon 492-9622Type of facility: Center Ratios: 2:18 or 1:10Lead Teacher Credential: 5 FCCPCGold Seal Accredited: Yes, APPLE Readiness Rate: 253Program Hours: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PMClassroom: 3 Start/End Date 8/24/09-6/4/10Curriculum: Creative, Active Learning Series,Before and After Care Available: YesShamrock Preschool3064 Shamrock Drive, Venice, 34293Contact: Deborah Whitham 493-4057Type of facility: Center Ratios: 2:18 or 1:10Lead Teacher Credential: FCCPCGold Seal Accredited: Yes, NAEYC Readiness Rate: 200Program Hours: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PMClassroom: 1 Start/End Date 8/24/09-6/1/10Curriculum: Creative Curriculum, School ReadinessBefore and After Care Available: YesShiloh Temple Child Care Center1050 Atwater Drive, North Port, 34287Contact: Raymond Hendricks 429-0280Type of facility: Center Ratios: 2:18 or 1:10Lead Teacher Credential: BAGold Seal Accredited: No Readiness Rate: NAProgram Hours: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PMClassroom: 1 Start/End Date 8/24/09-6/4/10Curriculum: Creative CurriculumBefore and After Care Available: YesShining Stars Learning Center4416 Hale St, Sarasota, 34232Contact: Dr. Sonja LindzyType of facility: Center Ratios: 2:18 or 1:10Lead Teacher Credential: Ed. D.Gold Seal Accredited: No Readiness Rate: NAProgram Hours: 8:30 AM – 11:30 AMClassroom: 2 Start/End Date 8/24/09-5/28/10Curriculum: CreativeBefore and After Care Available: YesSRQ Dance3303 Bahia Vista Street, Sarasota, 34239Contact: Sharon Boyas 366-4111Type of facility: Center Ratios: 2:18 or 1:10Lead Teacher Credential: FCCPCGold Seal Accredited: No Readiness Rate: NAProgram Hours: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PMClassroom: 2 Start/End Date 8/24/09-6/4/10Curriculum: Creative Curriculum,Before and After Care Available: YesSt. Boniface Preschool5615 Midnight Pass Rd, Sarasota, 34242Contact: Richard Aubry 349-5616 ext 330Type of facility: Center Ratios: 2:18 or 1:10Lead Teacher Credential: FCCPCGold Seal Accredited: Yes Readiness Rate: NAProgram Hours: 9:30 AM - 12:30 PMClassroom: 1 Start/End Date 8/24/09-6/4/10Curriculum: Creative, HighscopeBefore and After Care Available: Yes, and VPK ONLYSt. James Early Learning Academy2049 N. Honore Ave, Sarasota, 34235Contact: 342-0191Type of facility: Center Ratios: 2:18 or 1:10Lead Teacher Credential: BAGold Seal Accredited: No Readiness Rate: NAProgram Hours: 9:00 AM–12:00 PM, 1:30 PM-4:30 PMClassroom: 2 Start/End Date 9/1/09-6/4/10Curriculum: Wee LearnBefore and After Care Available: Yes, VPK ONLYVisit the Early Learning Coalition website for additional information www.earlylearningcoalitionsarasota.orgFor VPK Readiness Rates go to www.vpk.fldoe.orgPage 7 of 10

St Mark's Preschool508 Riviera Street , Venice, 34285Contact: Barbara Levesque 484-8707Type of facility: Center Ratios: 2:18 or 1:10Lead Teacher Credential: BA, AA, NECC, 2 FCCPCGold Seal Accredited: Yes, NAEYC Readiness Rate: 276Program Hours: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PMClassroom: 5 Start/End Date 8/24/09-6/4/10Curriculum: Creative CurriculumBefore and After Care Available: YesSt. Martha's Early Learning Center1658 4 th Street, Sarasota 34239Contact: Julie Zurgable 366-1395Type of facility: Center Ratios: 2:18 or 1:10Gold Seal Accredited: Yes, COA Readiness Rate: 150Program Hours: 9:00 AM -12:00 PMClassrooms: 1 Start/End Date 8/24/09-6/4/10Curriculum: Creative CurriculumBefore and After Care Available: YesSt. Patrick’s New Journeys7900 Bee Ridge Rd, Sarasota, 34241Contact: Jean Lynch 377-3631Type of facility: Center Ratios: 2:18 or 1:10Lead Teacher Credential: BAGold Seal Accredited: No Readiness Rate: NAProgram Hours: 9:00 AM- 12:00 PMClassroom: 1 Start/End Date 8/24/09-6/4/10Curriculum: Stories of God’s LoveBefore and After Care Available: Yes, VPK ONLYStage Door Preschool3755 S. Tuttle Avenue, Sarasota, 34239Contact: Christine Shebroe 921-3149Type of facility: Center Ratios: 2:18 or 1:10Lead Teacher Credential: ASGold Seal Accredited: No Readiness Rate: 250Program Hours: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PMClassroom: 1 Start/End Date 9/14/09-4/30/10Curriculum: Creative CurriculumBefore and After Care Available: YesStepping Stone Preschool250 N. Tuttle Avenue, Sarasota, 34237Contact: Jo-An Reiblich 953-6020Type of facility: Center Ratios: 2:18 or 1:10Lead Teacher Credential: FCCPCGold Seal Accredited: No Readiness Rate: 234Program Hours: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PMClassroom: 1 Start/End Date 8/24/09-6/4/10Curriculum: CreativeBefore and After Care Available: YesSuncoast Christian Academy881 S. River Road, Englewood, 34223Contact: Lisa Williams 475-0511Type of facility: Center Ratios: 2:18 or 1:10Lead Teacher Credential: ASGold Seal Accredited: No Readiness Rate: 244Program Hours: 8:30 – 11:30 AM & 12:30 – 3:30 PMClassroom: 2 Start/End Date 8/24/09-6/4/10Curriculum: Wee LearnBefore and After Care Available: Yes & VPK ONLYSt. Paul Early Childhood Learning Center2256 Bahia Vista St, Sarasota, 34239Contact: Tracy Page 955-6480Type of facility: Center Ratios: 2:18 or 1:10Lead Teacher Credential: BAGold Seal Accredited: No Readiness Rate: NAProgram Hours: 9:00 AM- 12:00 PMClassroom: 2 Start/End Date 8/24/09-6/4/10Curriculum: Creative CurriculumBefore and After Care Available: YesSt. Wilfred Preschool & After School3773 Wilkinson Road, Sarasota, 34233Contact: Lonnie Hershman 923-3088Type of facility: Center Ratios: 2:18 or 1:10Lead Teacher Credential: AAGold Seal Accredited: Yes, NAEYC Readiness Rate: 220Program Hours: 9:00 AM-12:00 PMClassroom: 1 Start/End Date 8/24/09-5/27/10Curriculum: Creative CurriculumBefore and After Care Available: Yes & VPK OnlySuncoast School for Innovative Studies1300 S. Tuttle Avenue, Sarasota, 34239Contact: Vicki Jordan 952-5277Type of facility: Center Ratios: 2:18 or 1:10Lead Teacher Credential: FCCPCGold Seal Accredited: No Readiness Rate: 250Program Hours: 8:30 – 11:30 AMClassroom: 1 Start/End Date 8/24/09-6/4/10Curriculum: Creative Curriculum, Hand Writing Without TearsBefore and After Care Available: After CareSwiss Day Preschool4010 Camino Real, Sarasota, 34231Contact: Janet Hember 924-2780Type of facility: Center Ratios: 2:18 or 1:10Lead Teacher Credential: BA, FCCPCGold Seal Accredited: Yes, NAEYC Readiness Rate: 294Program Hours: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PMClassroom: 1 Start/End Date 8/24/09-6/4/10Curriculum: Creative CurriculumBefore and After Care Available: YesVisit the Early Learning Coalition website for additional information www.earlylearningcoalitionsarasota.orgFor VPK Readiness Rates go to www.vpk.fldoe.orgPage 8 of 10

Tannehill Family Child Care920 Morningside Dr, Englewood, 34223Contact: Barbara TannehillType of facility: Center Ratios: 2:18 or 1:10Lead Teacher Credential: FCCPCGold Seal Accredited: No Readiness Rate: NAProgram Hours: M, W, F 8:30AM-1:30PMClassroom: 1 Start/End Date 8/24/09-5/28/10Curriculum: HighscopeBefore and After Care Available: YesTech Tots Preschool4748 Beneva Rd, Sarasota, 34233Contact: Beth Ellis 924-1365 ext 62383Type of facility: Center Ratios: 2:18 or 1:10Lead Teacher Credential: FCCPCGold Seal Accredited: Yes, NAC Readiness Rate: NAProgram Hours: 9:00 AM-12:00 PMClassroom: 1 Start/End Date 8/24/09-6/4/10Curriculum: Creative CurriculumBefore and After Care Available: Yes, and VPK ONLYTemple Emanu-El Early Learning Center151 S. McIntosh Rd, Sarasota, FL 34232Contact: Elaine Sharrock & Faith Lipton 377-8074Type of facility: Center Ratios: 2:18 or 1:10Lead Teacher Credential: AS, 2 NECCGold Seal Accredited: Yes, NAEYC Readiness Rate: 273Program Hours: 8:30 AM - 11:30 AMClassroom: 3 Start/End Date 8/24/09-6/4/10Curriculum: Creative, Temple Emanu-El designed curriculumBefore and After Care Available: YesTerraNichol Academy of the Arts1362 Manasota Beach Rd, Englewood, 34223Contact: Terra Tominelli 493-5008Type of facility: Center Ratios: 2:18 or 1:10Lead Teacher Credential: 2 BSGold Seal Accredited: Yes, NAC Readiness Rate: 264Program Hours: 8:45 AM– 11:45 AMClassroom: 2 Start/End Date 8/24/09-6/4/10Curriculum: Creative CurriculumBefore and After Care Available: Yes, and VPK ONLYThe Beary Patch Academy5764 Bronx Avenue, Sarasota 34231Contact: Amber Gager 925-3486Type of facility: Center Ratios: 2:18 or 1:10Lead Teacher Credential: FCCPCGold Seal Accredited: No Readiness Rate: NAProgram Hours: 8:00 – 11:00 AMClassrooms: 1 Start/End Date 8/24/09-6/4/10Curriculum: Creative CurriculumBefore and After Care Available: YesThe Cottages of Michaels Learning Center602 McIntosh Rd, Sarasota 34231Contact: Michelle Ireland 377-9700Type of facility: Center Ratios: 2:18 or 1:10Lead Teacher Credential: BA, FCCPCGold Seal Accredited: No Readiness Rate: NAProgram Hours: 8:45 AM – 11:45 AMClassrooms: 2 Start/End Date 8/24/09-6/4/10Curriculum: Creative CurriculumBefore and After Care Available: YesThe Gan at Temple Sinai4631 South Lockwood Ridge Rd, Sarasota 34231Contact: Bethany Leinweber 926-9462Type of Facility: Center Ratios: 2:18 or 1:10Lead Teacher Credential: BAGold Seal Accredited: No Readiness Rate: NAProgram Hours: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PMClassroom: 1 Start/End Date Start/End Date 8/31/09-6/4/10Curriculum: Creative CurriculumBefore and After Care Available: YesThe Learning Chest447 N. Lime Ave, Sarasota, 34243Contact: Dana Treece 365-4172Type of Facility: Center Ratios: 2:18 or 1:10Lead Teacher Credential: BAGold Seal Accredited: No Readiness Rate: NAProgram Hours: 9:30 AM – 12:30 AMClassroom: 1 Start/End Date 8/24/09-6/4/10Curriculum: Creative CurriculumBefore and After Care Available: YesThe Renaissance Preschool2500 10 th Street, Sarasota, 34237Contact: Tara Bolesta 365-0749Type of Facility: Center Ratios: 2:18 or 1:10Lead Teacher Credential: NECCGold Seal Accredited: No Readiness Rate: 252Program Hours: 8:30 – 11:30 AM, 9:00 AM- 3:00 PMClassroom: 2 Start/End Date 8/24/09-5/14/10Curriculum: Creative, Beyond Centers and Circle TimeBefore and After Care Available: YesThe Young Children’s Academy1959 Englewood Road, Englewood, 34223Contact: Stephanie Young 474-8629Type of Facility: Center Ratios: 2:18 or 1:10Lead Teacher Credential: MAGold Seal Accredited: No Readiness Rate: 280Program Hours: 8:30 AM – 2:30 PM M & W,8:30 – 2:30 TU & THClassroom: 2 Start/End Date 8/24/09-6/30/10Curriculum: Beyond Centers & Circle TimeBefore and After Care Available: Yes, and VPK ONLYVisit the Early Learning Coalition website for additional information www.earlylearningcoalitionsarasota.orgFor VPK Readiness Rates go to www.vpk.fldoe.orgPage 9 of 10

TLC Child Care Center2240 Proctor Rd, Sarasota, FL 34231Contact: Prasan O’Connor 922-5449Type of Facility: Center Ratios: 2:18 or 1:10Lead Teacher Credential: BAGold Seal Accredited: Yes, NAEYC Readiness Rate: 300Program Hours: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PMClassroom: 1 Start/End Date 8/24/09-5/28/10Curriculum: Creative CurriculumBefore and After Care Available: YesToybox Preschool220 North McCall Road, Englewood, 34223Contact: Robin Giesegh 474-1825Type of Facility: Center Ratios: 2:18 or 1:10Lead Teacher Credential: FCCPCGold Seal Accredited: No Readiness Rate: 238Program Hours: 8:00 – 11:00 AMClassroom: 1 Start/End Date 8/24/09-6/4/10Curriculum: Beyond Center and Circle TimeBefore and After Care Available: YesTrinity Preschool4150 S. Shade Avenue, Sarasota, 34231Contact: Kathy Maronet 924-7756Type of Facility: Center Ratios: 2:18 or 1:10Lead Teacher Credential: BAGold Seal Accredited: No Readiness Rate: 285Program Hours: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PMClassroom: 1 Start/End Date 8/24/09-6/4/10Curriculum: High ScopeBefore and After Care Available: VPK & limited aftercareVenice Church of the Nazarene1535 East Venice Ave, Venice, 34292Contact: Gloria Caprio 485-4810Type of Facility: Center Ratios: 2:18 or 1:10Lead Teacher Credential: BAGold Seal Accredited: Yes, NAYEC Readiness Rate: NAProgram Hours: 9:00 AM – 12: 00 PMClassroom: 1 Start/End Date 8/24/09-6/4/10Curriculum: CreativeBefore and After Care Available: YesVenice Christian School1200 Center Rd, Venice, 34292Contact: Alyce Kurecki 496-4411Type of Facility: Center Ratios: 2:18 or 1:10Lead Teacher Credential: NECC, FCCPCGold Seal Accredited: Yes Readiness Rate: NAProgram Hours: Class A M-Th 8:30AM-12:30PMClass B M,W,F 8:30AM-1:30PMClassroom: 2 Start/End Date 8/24/09-6/4/10Curriculum: Creative, Provider designed curriculumBefore and After Care Available: YesVenice Nokomis United Methodist Preschool208 Palm Ave, Nokomis, 34275Contact: Barbara Zier 484-4415Type of Facility: Center Ratios: 2:18 or 1:10Lead Teacher Credential: AA, 2 FCCPCGold Seal Accredited: Yes, UMAP Readiness Rate: 292Program Hours: Class A M-F 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM,Class C M,W,F 9:00 AM-3:00 PMClassroom: 3 Start/End Date 8/24/09-6/4/10Curriculum: Creative CurriculumBefore and After Care Available: YesWeekday School7950 S. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, 34231Contact: Rosalyn Ruh 921-7012Type of Facility: Center Ratios: 2:18 or 1:10Lead Teacher Credential: BSGold Seal Accredited: No Readiness Rate: 288Program Hours: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PMClassroom: 2 Start/End Date 8/24/09-6/4/10Curriculum: Creative CurriculumBefore and After Care Available: Yes & VPK ONLYWooden Shoes Child Care Center4875 Swift Road, Sarasota, 34231Contact: Pam Chism 924-0717Type of facility: Center Ratios: 2:18 or 1:10Lead Teacher Credential: 1 FCCPCGold Seal Accredited: No Readiness Rate: 251Program Hours: 9:00 AM- 12:00 PMClassrooms: 1 Start/End Date 8/24/09-5/21/10Curriculum: Creative CurriculumBefore and After Care Available: YesYMCA Child Development Center (Charlotte County YMCA)3010 Sumter Blvd, North Port 34287Contact: Linda Britt 429-2088Type of facility: Center Ratios: 2:18 or 1:10Lead Teacher Credential: AAGold Seal Accredited: No Readiness Rate: 250Program Hours: 9:00 AM- 12:00 PMClassrooms: 1 Start/End Date 8/24/09-6/4/10Curriculum: CreativeBefore and After Care Available: YesYMCA VPK Academy (Charlotte County YMCA)5946 Sam Shapos Way, North Port 34287Contact: Patti Stark 240-8877Type of facility: Center Ratios: 2:18 or 1:10Lead Teacher Credential: BA, NECCGold Seal Accredited: No Readiness Rate: NAProgram Hours: 9:00 AM- 12:00 PMClassrooms: 2 Start/End Date 8/24/09-6/4/10Curriculum: CreativeBefore and After Care Available: YesVisit the Early Learning Coalition website for additional information www.earlylearningcoalitionsarasota.orgFor VPK Readiness Rates go to www.vpk.fldoe.orgPage 10 of 10