Chiquita Hamilton Center

CLEARWATER, FLChild Care FacilityLicensed

4.2based on state inspection data
Capacity138
HoursMon 7:30AM to 5:30PM; Tue 7:30AM to 5:30PM; Wed 7:30AM to 5:30PM; Thu 7:30AM to 5:30PM; Fri 7:30AM to 5:30PM
Est. price$1,009/mo

Contact information

Address701 N Missouri Ave, Clearwater FL, 33755

CityCLEARWATER, FL 33755

CountyPINELLAS

Phone7274433575

Operating details

HoursMon 7:30AM to 5:30PM; Tue 7:30AM to 5:30PM; Wed 7:30AM to 5:30PM; Thu 7:30AM to 5:30PM; Fri 7:30AM to 5:30PM

Capacity138

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 2/24/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High0
  • Medium-High3
  • Medium1
  • Medium-Low2
  • Low0

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Location

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701 N Missouri Ave, Clearwater FL, 33755, CLEARWATER, FL 33755

Questions to ask on a tour

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  1. Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
  2. This is a large program - ask how children are grouped, how ratios are kept in each room, and how staff cover breaks
  3. Ask about teacher-to-child ratios and how supervision is maintained through the day
  4. Ask about their illness policy and which symptoms require a child to stay home

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 2/24/2026

  • High0
  • Medium-High3
  • Medium1
  • Medium-Low2
  • Low0

2026

  1. Medium riskStandard 332/24/2026

    33. Diapering Area (Infants) VI. C. (33-02)

    The hot water at the hand-washing sink in the [1's classroom] exceeded 110 degrees Fahrenheit. [114 degrees]. Comments: The temperature in the 1s handwashing sink registered 114 degrees. Maintenance was present at time of inspection and adjusted the water temperature. After adjusting the hot water heater, the water temperature registered 101 degrees. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-02-24. View official inspection document (report e8c6ac3a-ce36-4f0d-9a68-dfc058ed8928)

    Not corrected

2025

  1. Medium-Low riskStandard 1610/16/2025

    16. Childrens Records (16-02)

    See Childrens Records Summary for [1] records with incomplete information. Comments: 1 child's enrollment form was found to be incomplete as it was missing the doctor, hospital and dentist information. It was completed at time of inspection. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-10-16. View official inspection document (report e14971a7-1ec3-444e-b0b4-3fff3be10b8c)

    Corrected at inspection
  2. Medium-High riskStandard 1610/16/2025

    16. Childrens Records (16-05)

    See Childrens Records Summary for [3] records with incomplete Emergency Medical Release forms. Comments: 3 emergency medical release forms were missing the notary stamp. They were all stamped at time of inspection. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-10-16. View official inspection document (report e14971a7-1ec3-444e-b0b4-3fff3be10b8c)

    Corrected at inspection
  3. Medium-Low riskStandard 162/26/2025

    16. Childrens Records (16-02)

    See Childrens Records Summary for [10] records with incomplete information. Comments: 9 child ID forms were missing the parent employer information. Please submit the completed forms to PCLB. 1 child ID form was missing emergency contacts, that form was corrected at time of inspection. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-02-26. View official inspection document (report 519392b7-6752-426a-8f20-c29b5cfe5a3d)

    Not corrected
  4. Medium-High riskStandard 162/26/2025

    16. Childrens Records (16-05)

    See Childrens Records Summary for [1] records with incomplete Emergency Medical Release forms. Comments: 1 Emergency Medical Release form was missing the notary stamp. It was stamped at time of inspection. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-02-26. View official inspection document (report 519392b7-6752-426a-8f20-c29b5cfe5a3d)

    Not corrected
  5. Medium-High riskStandard 552/26/2025

    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: 1 staff member signed the center's written exposure plan after date of hire. SAFETY, HEALTH AND SANITATION VII Compliance Comments There is a food inspection dated 1-28-25 in the file. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-02-26. View official inspection document (report 519392b7-6752-426a-8f20-c29b5cfe5a3d)

    Not corrected

Safety & Compliance Analysis

This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.

6Total Violations
0Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

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Estimated monthly cost

$1,009/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: CLEARWATER, PINELLAS County
  • Capacity: 138
  • Type: Child Care Facility

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