HCPS Tampa Heights Elementary HOST
TAMPA, FL·Child Care FacilityLicensed
Contact information
Address305 E Columbus Dr, Tampa FL, 33602
CityTAMPA, FL 33602
CountyHILLSBOROUGH
Phone8132765405
Operating details
HoursMon 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Tue 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Wed 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Thu 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Fri 6:30AM to 6:00PM
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 5/13/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
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Location
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305 E Columbus Dr, Tampa FL, 33602, TAMPA, FL 33602
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- Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
- Ask about teacher-to-child ratios and how supervision is maintained through the day
- Ask about their illness policy and which symptoms require a child to stay home
- Ask about their security measures, visitor policy, and pickup procedures
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 5/13/2025
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2025
- Medium-High riskStandard 425/13/2025
42. (42-02)
The facility did not have a fully-completed enrollment form (CF-FSP Form 5219) or equivalent form for the child(ren) in care. CCF Handbook, Section 7.3 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: During the time of the inspection, the Operator advised Licensing that there are currently 35 children enrolled. During the time of the inspection, Licensing monitored 35 of the 35 childrens records. During the time of the inspection, Licensing observed that 5 of children's files did not include the custodial parents/legal guardian's acknowledgment/consent on the enrollment forms regarding receiving discipline/expulsion policies, the child care facilitys food and nutrition policies that includes language on food safety and food allergens, authorized persons for pick-up and for child care personnel to have access to child's records. During the inspection, technical assistance was provided: Enrollment Information The facility operator shall obtain enrollment information from the childs custodial parent or legal guardian prior to accepting a child in care. This information shall be documented on CF-FSP Form 5219, Child Care Application for Enrollment, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(f), F.A.C., or an equivalent form that contains all the information required by the Department on CF-FSP Form 5219. CF-FSP Form 5219 may be obtained from the licensing authority or on the Departments website at www.myflfamilies.com/childcare. A. Enrollment information shall be kept on file, current and available for review by the licensing authority. B. The enrollment information shall include, in writing, permission for the facility to release the child to any person(s) authorized or in the manner authorized by the custodial parent or legal guardians. The name, address, and phone number of authorized persons must be in the enrollment information. C. There shall be signed statements from the custodial parents or legal guardian that the child care facility has provided them with the following information: 1. The Departments child care facility brochure, CF/PI 175-24, Know Your Child Care Facility, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(m), F.A.C. This brochure may be obtained from the Departments website at www.myflfamilies.com/childcare. Local licensing agencies may use an equivalent brochure approved by the Department. 2. The child care facilitys written disciplinary and expulsion policies. 3. The child care facilitys food and nutrition policies that includes language on food safety and food allergens. 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. 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 . D. Enrollment information shall include parental/guardian consent for child care personnel to have access to childs records. Compliance Comments During the time of inspection, the Operator advised Licensing that there 5 employees. During the time of the inspection, Licensing monitored 5 of the 5 employee records. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-05-13. View official inspection document (report 6c55d6c0-fdde-47f7-bd04-e2834170fafe)
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Safety & Compliance Analysis
This daycare has few recorded violations. Always visit in person to verify conditions.
(Past 6 Months)
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Estimated monthly cost
$1,024/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: TAMPA, HILLSBOROUGH County
- Type: Child Care Facility
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