Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.6
- Local median
- 0.6
New Horizons Preschool and Learning Center
7440 Ridge Rd, Port Richey, FL 34668
- License:
- C06PA0438
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 13, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- Gold Seal, School Readiness, After School, Before School, Drop In, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care, Transportation
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 6:30AM to 6:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 131
- License expiration:
- July 14, 2027
Typical cost: $1,278 - $1,322 (Under 1)
Child’s age
$1,278 - $1,322/mo
Median daily rate: $59.00 - $61.00
Official Florida Division of Early Learning Pasco County data.
Not this provider’s price.
Inspection snapshot
Recent higher-concern violation
At least one higher-concern violation appears in the last 12 months.
Next: Read reports, examine repeated topics below, look at the broader history, and ask what changed afterward.
Latest inspectionJune 3, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsJune 3, 2026
Summary
This summary covers five available inspections for New Horizons Preschool and Learning Center from June 6, 2025 through June 3, 2026.
One inspection recorded a violation, with three recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on February 2, 2026 and involved hazardous access.
Two later inspections, from February 23, 2026 through June 3, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 5
- Recorded violations
- 3
- Higher-concern violations
- 2
- Repeated topics
- 0
4 in last 12 months
3 in last 12 months
2 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
5 total inspections vs 5 local median in 34668
Compared to 10 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 20%
- Local median
- 20%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 20%
- Local median
- 20%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 0
- Local average
- 1.5
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
No repeated topics found
The available reports do not show the same violation topic appearing in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. Review the inspection history below for any one-time violations or report details.
Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- Child care personnel did not wash their hands [after diaper changing]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.1 Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- 29-2: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist watched the camera footage from 1-23-2026 from 7:26 am-7:31 am in the Ones A room. Licensing Specialist observed that the teacher changed the diaper at 7:24:53 am. The teacher completed the diaper change at 7:27:00 am and did wash the childs hands or her own hands. The teacher sanitized the diaper table. The teacher changed the next childs diaper at 7:28:57 am. The diaper change was completed at 7:30:15 am and the teacher did not wash the childs hands. The teacher did wash her own hands at 7:30:50 am. The teacher did not sanitize the diaper table. The teacher changed another child at 7:36:06 am. The teacher completed the diape ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 29 - Health and Sanitation
- Official code
- 29-02
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- Child care personnel did not assist children with hand washing [diaper changing]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.1 Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- 29-3: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist watched the camera footage from 1-23-2026 from 7:26 am-7:31 am in the Ones A room. Licensing Specialist observed that the teacher changed the diaper at 7:24:53 am. The teacher completed the diaper change at 7:27:00 am and did wash the childs hands or her own hands. The teacher sanitized the diaper table. The teacher changed the next childs diaper at 7:28:57 am. The diaper change was completed at 7:30:15 am and the teacher did not wash the childs hands. The teacher did wash her own hands at 7:30:50 am. The teacher did not sanitize the diaper table. The teacher changed another child at 7:36:06 am. The teacher completed the diape ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 29 - Health and Sanitation
- Official code
- 29-03
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- The diaper changing surface was not cleaned and sanitized or disinfected after each use. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, E Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- 30-5: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist watched the camera footage from 1-23-2026 from 7:26 am-7:31 am in the Ones A room. Licensing Specialist observed that the teacher changed the diaper at 7:24:53 am. The teacher completed the diaper change at 7:27:00 am and did wash the childs hands or her own hands. The teacher sanitized the diaper table. The teacher changed the next childs diaper at 7:28:57 am. The diaper change was completed at 7:30:15 am and the teacher did not wash the childs hands. The teacher did wash her own hands at 7:30:50 am. The teacher did not sanitize the diaper table. The teacher changed another child at 7:36:06 am. The teacher completed the diape ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
- Official code
- 30-05
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Questions to ask
Suggested questions for parents based on recorded violations in inspection reports. If there are not enough source-backed violations, you will see general questions for daycare.
Finding-specific
Could you describe the training or oversight process in place to ensure staff consistently follow proper hand-washing procedures during diaper changes?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from a February 2026 inspection noted instances where staff did not assist children with hand washing during diapering. This question helps parents understand how the center monitors these routines to maintain health standards.
- Context
- The issue was noted as corrected at the time of the inspection, and a subsequent inspection in June 2026 did not identify any concerns.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps does the team take to ensure that staff members always wash their own hands immediately after completing a diaper change?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from February 2026 included a finding regarding staff hand-washing protocols after diapering. Asking this allows families to learn about current staff practices and supervision.
- Context
- The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection, and a later inspection in June 2026 was clean.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you ensure that diaper changing surfaces are properly sanitized between every single use throughout the day?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records from February 2026 identified a concern regarding the sanitation of diaper changing surfaces. This question provides insight into the center's current cleaning routines and equipment maintenance.
- Context
- This was corrected at the time of the inspection, and a follow-up inspection in June 2026 showed no issues.
Related violations
General question
What is your process for communicating with parents if there is a change in daily classroom routines or staffing assignments?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Clear communication helps families feel informed about who is caring for their children and how daily operations are managed. Understanding these protocols helps parents feel more connected to the classroom environment.
General question
How does the center support new staff in learning and adhering to your health and safety policies?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Learning about staff training and onboarding helps parents understand how the center maintains consistent care standards. This information is useful for assessing how the facility prioritizes ongoing professional development.