HCPS Dorothy C York Innovation Academy K-8 HOST
APOLLO BEACH, FL·Child Care FacilityLicensed
Contact information
Address5995 Covington Garden Dr, Apollo Beach FL, 33572
CountyHILLSBOROUGH
Phone8135332400
Operating details
HoursMon 2:45PM to 6:00PM; 6:30AM to 7:40AM; Tue 2:45PM to 6:00PM; 6:30AM to 7:40AM; Wed 2:45PM to 6:00PM; 6:30AM to 7:40AM; Thu 2:45PM to 6:00PM; 6:30AM to 7:40AM; Fri 2:45PM to 6:00PM; 6:30AM to 7:40AM
Capacity240
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 4/27/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
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5995 Covington Garden Dr, Apollo Beach FL, 33572, APOLLO BEACH, FL 33572
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Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 4/27/2026
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2026
- Medium-High riskStandard 334/27/2026
33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 CCF Handbook, Section 4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (33-04)
Documentation of in-service training was not recorded on CF-FSP Form 5268, Child Care In-service Training Record. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.7, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) [SR] Comments: During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that the 10 hours in-service training log for fiscal year 07/01/2024 to 06/30/2025 was missing from the files of five child care personnel. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided Technical Assistance per CCF Handbook: 4.2.7 Annual In-Service Training Upon successful completion of the 40-hour introductory training requirements, child care personnel must complete a minimum of 10 clock- hours or one CEU of in-service training annually during the states fiscal year beginning July 1 and ending June 30. B. Documentation of the in-service training requirement must be recorded on CFFSP Form 5268, Child Care In-Service Training Record, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(i), F.A.C., and included in the child care facilitys personnel records. CF-FSP Form 5268 may be obtained from the Departments website at www.myflfamilies.com/childcare. A new in-service training record is required each fiscal year. The in- service training records for the previous two fiscal years must also be maintained at the child care facility for review by the licensing authority. HEALTH REQUIREMENTS 34. Communicable Disease Control CCF Handbook, Section 6.1 CCF Handbook, Section 6.1 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 35. CPR Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4 CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Due: 5/27/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-27. View official inspection document (report 2e0d9066-f688-4381-85d9-fb27bff603a4)
Not corrected - High riskStandard 444/27/2026
44. (44-01)
A complete CF-FSP Form 5131, Background Screening and Personnel File Requirements, was not on file for all employees. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that the SSN was missing from the CF-FSP Form 5131 in seven child care personnel files. Two of them completed the full SSN during the inspection. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided TA per CCF Handbook: 7.4.1 Background Screening Documents Background screening documentation must be maintained for all child care personnel as defined by Section 402.302(3), F.S., which includes household members if the facility is located in or adjacent to the home of the operator. Background screening documentation must be on-site and available for the licensing authority to review. A. Each personnel record must have a completed CF-FSP Form 5131, Background Screening and Personnel File Requirements, which is incorporated by reference in paragraph 65C-22.001(7)(b), F.A.C. Due: 5/27/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-27. View official inspection document (report 2e0d9066-f688-4381-85d9-fb27bff603a4)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 444/27/2026
44. (44-06)
The Child Care Attestation of Good Moral Character was not completed at the time of initial screening or upon change in employers. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that 10 child care personnel have the old version of the Child Care Attestation of Good Moral Character form in their files. 7.4.1 Background Screening Documents Background screening documentation must be maintained for all child care personnel as defined by Section 402.302(3), F.S., which includes household members if the facility is located in or adjacent to the home of the operator. Background screening documentation must be on-site and available for the licensing authority to review. B. CF Form 1649A, Child Care Attestation of Good Moral Character, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(a), F.A.C., must be completed for all child care personnel at the time of initial screening or upon change in employers. CF Form 1649A may be obtained from the Departments website at www.myflfamilies.com/childcare. Due: 5/27/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-27. View official inspection document (report 2e0d9066-f688-4381-85d9-fb27bff603a4)
Not corrected
Safety & Compliance Analysis
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(Past 6 Months)
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Estimated monthly cost
$1,009/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: APOLLO BEACH, HILLSBOROUGH County
- Capacity: 240
- Type: Child Care Facility
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