HCPS Ferrell Magnet Middle HOST
TAMPA, FL·Child Care FacilityLicensed
Contact information
Address4302 N 24th St, Tampa FL, 33610
CityTAMPA, FL 33610
CountyHILLSBOROUGH
Phone8132765608
Operating details
HoursMon 6:30AM to 6:30PM; Tue 6:30AM to 6:30PM; Wed 6:30AM to 6:30PM; Thu 6:30AM to 6:30PM; Fri 6:30AM to 6:30PM
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 5/9/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
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4302 N 24th St, Tampa FL, 33610, TAMPA, FL 33610
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Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 5/9/2025
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2025
- Medium-High riskStandard 235/9/2025
23. (23-05)
The facility did not have documentation of a fire extinguisher being properly maintained to include being serviced and retagged timely, and/or with a current certificate. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: The last fire drill was conducted on 4/9/2025. The fire extinguisher certification(s) are valid until 4/2025. The annual fire inspection was conducted on 11/7/2024. 23-5: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the fire extinguisher was not tagged annually, in that they expired on 4/2025. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, B Fire extinguishers with a minimum rating of 2A:10BC must be properly installed, serviced and maintained with current inspection tags at all times. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-05-09. View official inspection document (report e69702d0-2b16-4725-b3da-19b48b0ab12e)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 425/9/2025
42. (42-06)
The facility did not maintain documentation that the parent(s) or legal guardian(s) of each child were provided information detailing the causes, symptoms, and transmission of the influenza virus annually during the months of August through September in that [there was no documentation showing that the Influenza Brochure was provided to all the parents in August or September 2024]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.3, C.4. (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: During the time of the inspection, the Owner/Operator advised the Licensing Specialist that there are currently 53 children enrolled. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 53 of the 53 childrens records. REMINDER: Influenza brochures must be provided annually between August 1st and September 30th for each enrolled child. Distracted Adult brochures must be provided semi-annually in the months of April and September for each enrolled child. 43-6: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that there was no documentation showing that the Influenza Brochure was provided to all the parents in August or September 2024. Staff stated that they do not know where the documentation is located. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 7.3, C.4. Annually, during the months of August and September, the child care facility must provide parents/guardians of children enrolled in the facility with information detailing the causes, symptoms, and transmission of the influenza virus. To assist providers, the Department developed a brochure, CF/PI 175-70, Influenza Virus, Guide to Parents, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(n), F.A.C. and may be obtained from the Departments website at www.myflfamilies.com/childcare. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-05-09. View official inspection document (report e69702d0-2b16-4725-b3da-19b48b0ab12e)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 425/9/2025
42. (42-10)
The facility did not maintain documentation that the parent(s) or legal guardian(s) of each child were provided information regarding the potential for distracted adults to fail to drop off a child and leave them in the car annually during the months of April and September in that [hat there was no documentation showing that the Distracted Driver Brochure provided to all the parents in September 2024 and April 2025]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.3, C.5. (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: 42-10: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that there was no documentation showing that the Distracted Driver Brochure provided to all the parents in September 2024 and April 2025. Staff stated that they do not know where the documentation is located. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 7.3, C.5. Annually, in the months of April and September, the child care facility must provide parents/guardians of the children enrolled in the facility with information regarding the potential for distracted adults to fail to drop off a child at the facility and instead leave them in the adults vehicle upon arrival at the adults destination.CF/PI 175- 12, brochure, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(x), F.A.C. and may be obtained from the Departments website at www.myflfamilies.com . Compliance Comments During the time of inspection, the Owner/Operator/Director advised the Licensing Specialist that there 6 employees. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 6 of the 6 employee records. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist updated the People Section in CARES. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-05-09. View official inspection document (report e69702d0-2b16-4725-b3da-19b48b0ab12e)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 445/9/2025
44. (44-02)
Documentation of Level 2 Clearinghouse screening clearance was missing for child care personnel. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1,C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist reviewed the background Screening Clearinghouse Roster. Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse: The Background Screening Clearinghouse will generate e-mails and send you, the provider, a reminder at 60, 30, and 21 days prior to the retention date expiration. Please note, you will only receive that notification for the staff that are on your facility/home roster. Please keep your roster current in the Clearinghouse to avoid confusion on expiration dates, or unwanted notifications. 44-2: Licensing Specialist observed 1 employee do not have an eligibility date for DCF Child Care in the Background Screening Clearinghouse, in that it said agency review required. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1, C A copy of the eligible results, for the Level 2 screening, generated from the Clearinghouse must be on record for each personnel. If awaiting Out-of-State criminal history results, a copy of the DCF email informing of the individuals eligibility for a provisional hire status must be in the personnel file. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-05-09. View official inspection document (report e69702d0-2b16-4725-b3da-19b48b0ab12e)
Not corrected
Safety & Compliance Analysis
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(Past 6 Months)
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Estimated monthly cost
$966/month
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About this daycare
- Location: TAMPA, HILLSBOROUGH County
- Type: Child Care Facility
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