The Growing Tree
PALM HARBOR, FL·Child Care FacilityLicensed
Contact information
Address2021 Nebraska Ave Palm Harbor FL 34683
CountyPINELLAS
Phone7277866158
Operating details
HoursMon 8:00AM to 5:00PM; Tue 8:00AM to 5:00PM; Wed 8:00AM to 5:00PM; Thu 8:00AM to 5:00PM; Fri 8:00AM to 5:00PM
Capacity89
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 3/4/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High1
- Medium-High0
- Medium2
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
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Location
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2021 Nebraska Ave Palm Harbor FL 34683, PALM HARBOR, FL 34683
Questions to ask on a tour
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- This facility has staffing or training findings on its state record - ask about background checks, required training completion, and staff turnover
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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: 3/4/2026
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- Medium-High0
- Medium2
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2026
- High riskStandard 113/4/2026
11. General Qualifications/Level II Screening/Background Screening (11-09)
See the Personnel Records Summary for [1] Child Care personnel whose background screening was not completed within 5 years after the initial screening, or after a 90 days break in service. Comments: Please email PCLB when the staff member goes to get fingerprinted and then submit the screening page once it is completed. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-04. View official inspection document (report fcd18da3-6426-4082-8c61-392459485531)
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 173/4/2026
17. Daily Attendance/Center Closing Log: V.A. (17-09)
Child care personnel failed to ensure arrival and departure times were complete and accurate at the time of arrival or departure. Comments: One classroom had 12 children present and 11 signed in. This was corrected. TA was given to have both teachers in the room responsible for attendance. 18. Medication: V. A. Not Monitored 19. License Posted V. A. Not Monitored 20. Administrative Fine Posted: V. A. Not Monitored Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-04. View official inspection document (report fcd18da3-6426-4082-8c61-392459485531)
Corrected at inspection
2025
- Medium riskStandard 177/7/2025
17. Daily Attendance/Center Closing Log: V.A. (17-09)
Child care personnel failed to ensure arrival and departure times were complete and accurate at the time of arrival or departure. Comments: One child was present but not signed in. This was corrected at the visit. 18. Medication: V. A. Not Monitored 19. License Posted V. A. Not Monitored 20. Administrative Fine Posted: V. A. Not Monitored Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-07-07. View official inspection document (report fab12778-15cc-4031-a7d6-e0ad0b07f0e0)
Corrected at inspection
Safety & Compliance Analysis
This daycare has few recorded violations. Always visit in person to verify conditions.
(Past 6 Months)
Parent Recommendations
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Estimated monthly cost
$1,065/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: PALM HARBOR, PINELLAS County
- Capacity: 89
- Type: Child Care Facility
What parents actually pay
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