City Of Tarpon Springs Police Department, Cops 'n Kids Youth Center
TARPON SPRINGS, FL·Child Care FacilityLicensed
Contact information
Address555 E Harrison St, Tarpon Springs FL, 34689
CountyPINELLAS
Phone7279344800
Operating details
HoursMon 2:00PM to 6:00PM; Tue 2:00PM to 6:00PM; Wed 2:00PM to 6:00PM; Thu 2:00PM to 6:00PM; Fri 2:00PM to 6:00PM
Capacity75
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 7/14/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High4
- Medium-High8
- Medium6
- Medium-Low4
- Low0
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Location
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555 E Harrison St, Tarpon Springs FL, 34689, TARPON SPRINGS, FL 34689
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- Ask about their illness policy and which symptoms require a child to stay home
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 7/14/2025
- High2
- Medium-High2
- Medium2
- Medium-Low2
- Low0
2025
- Medium-Low riskStandard 557/14/2025
55. Isolation Area (55-07)
The childrens center does not have documentation of all child care personnel on required annual refresher education of the childrens center exposure plan. Comments: Staff with expired forms signed the refresher at the visit. TA was given to have staff sign it at the end of the year staff meeting to ensure it is completed annually. SAFETY, HEALTH AND SANITATION VII Compliance Comments A current health inspection is on file dated 5-8-25. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-07-14. View official inspection document (report dc05383b-fc38-4559-a12f-08492d1ec231)
Corrected at inspection - Medium-High riskStandard 177/14/2025
17. Daily Attendance/Center Closing Log: V.A. (17-06)
Child care personnel failed to verify attendance accuracy at transitions. [during a fire drill.]. Comments: Staff did not complete transition documentation during a fire drill however attendance was taken. The Director educated the staff immediately and this is resolved. Not Monitored Comments There are no children on medication. 18. Medication: V. A. Not Monitored Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-07-14. View official inspection document (report dc05383b-fc38-4559-a12f-08492d1ec231)
Not corrected - High riskStandard 117/14/2025
11. General Qualifications/Level II Screening/Background Screening (11-06)
See the Personnel Records Summary [for staff] Child Care personnel with an expired Acknowledgement Form. Comments: Director had all expired staff sign the acknowledgment form during the visit. TA was given to have staff sign it at the end of the year staff meeting to ensure it is completed annually. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-07-14. View official inspection document (report dc05383b-fc38-4559-a12f-08492d1ec231)
Corrected at inspection - Medium-Low riskStandard 734/16/2025
73. License/Examination VIII. C. (73-06)
The drivers personnel file did not include an annual physical examination which grants medical approval to drive Comments: Please submit a current annual physical examination by the due date. Compliance Comments Liability insurance expires 10-1-2025. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-04-16. View official inspection document (report 0a564cfd-533c-4633-9c37-1ed90f8e14a9)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 294/16/2025
29. Fire Drills. VI. B. (29-10)
The childrens center did not have a fire extinguisher with a current certificate. Comments: Please submit proof of current fire extinguisher tags. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-04-16. View official inspection document (report 0a564cfd-533c-4633-9c37-1ed90f8e14a9)
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 124/16/2025
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: One staff member did not complete the 40 clock hours within the required timeframe. This staff member was removed from the school age program until it is complete. This brings this area into compliance. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-04-16. View official inspection document (report 0a564cfd-533c-4633-9c37-1ed90f8e14a9)
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 124/16/2025
12. Education, Training, and Other Personnel Records I.B., C. and V.A. . (12-02)
The childrens center did not have documentation training transcript of the required training. Comments: Please submit updated DCF transcript showing Transportation Training for the staff member noted. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-04-16. View official inspection document (report 0a564cfd-533c-4633-9c37-1ed90f8e14a9)
Not corrected - High riskStandard 114/16/2025
11. General Qualifications/Level II Screening/Background Screening (11-07)
See the Personnel Records Summary for [2] Child Care personnel where documentation of Level II Clearinghouse screening clearance was missing for child care personnel. Comments: Please submit an "eligible" clearinghouse page for the staff noted when it is obtained. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-04-16. View official inspection document (report 0a564cfd-533c-4633-9c37-1ed90f8e14a9)
Not corrected
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
$973/month
This is a modeled estimate — based on location, ages served, and program data — not the provider's actual tuition. Real prices vary by age group and services. Contact the daycare for current rates, fees, and availability.
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: TARPON SPRINGS, PINELLAS County
- Capacity: 75
- Type: Child Care Facility
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