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YMCA of the Suncoast Child Care - Tarpon Elementary

555 Pine St, Tarpon Springs, FL 34689

License:
C06PI0365
Type:
Child Care Facility
Status:
Licensed
Records checked:
July 9, 2026
Additional info
Programs and services:
School Readiness
Hours:
Mon-Fri: 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
Capacity:
110
License expiration:
January 6, 2027
Typical cost: $1,538 - $1,603 (Under 1)
Child’s age

$1,538 - $1,603/mo

Median daily rate: $71.00 - $74.00

Official Florida Division of Early Learning Pinellas 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 inspectionMarch 12, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMarch 12, 2026

Summary

This summary covers 12 available inspections for YMCA of the Suncoast Child Care - Tarpon Elementary from April 25, 2023 through March 12, 2026.

Four inspections recorded violations, with 10 recorded violations in total.

The most recent higher-concern violation was on March 2, 2026 and involved background screening.

A later inspection showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether it was a formal follow-up.

At a glance

Total inspections
12

4 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
10

6 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
1

1 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
2

Last 36 months

Local comparison

12 total inspections vs 11 local median in 34689

Compared to 11 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
0.83
Local median
0.6

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
8%
Local median
15%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
33%
Local median
36%

Repeated topics

This provider
2
Local average
1.45

Repeated topics

Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.

Inspection history

Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.

View official report
Higher concern: Background screening
Report finding
Personnel records or copies of records were not being maintained at the childrens center and available for review by the licensing authority.
Report comments
One new staff member did not have a file on site. The SMIC contacted the PMD and a file was emailed over. This is resolved. TA was given to make sure a file is on site on the first day of training for all staff. The SMIC did not have a file on site, but she works at another site, and her file has been recently reviewed there. TA was given to bring a travel file from now on, if coming from another site to assist, so it is available for review if needed.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
PERSONNEL - 11 - General Qualifications/Level II Screening/Background Screening
Official code
11-15
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
The credentialed director was not on site a majority of the hours that the facility is in operation as documented on timesheets personnel schedules of employment records.
Correction / follow-up note
Please submit a file for a Director that will be present on site the majority of the hours the program is open, or a written schedule for the current Director showing what hours she will be working at this site.
Correction status
Due by March 16, 2026
More details
Report section
PERSONNEL - 14 - Director Credential: I.B.
Official code
14-02
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The written record of fire drills was incomplete and did not include the following [February fire drill].
Report comments
There was no fire drill recorded for the month of February. The SMIC stated that she is not typically at the program, but she would make sure a March drill was completed and documented.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 29 - Fire Drills. VI. B.
Official code
29-01
View official report
Low concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
See Childrens Records Summary for [multiple] records with incomplete information.
Report comments
The SMIC had files she was aware needed signatures and dates, and was working on getting them done. The files will be reviewed again at another visit.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
RECORD KEEPING - 16 - Childrens Records
Official code
16-02
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
See Childrens Records Summary for [63] records with incomplete Emergency Medical Release forms.
Report comments
The children's files were not notarized. The SMIC stated that they would be done by Monday. The files will be reinspected at another visit.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
RECORD KEEPING - 16 - Childrens Records
Official code
16-05
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The center operator did not maintain the record of drills for a minimum of 12 months from the date of the fire drill.
Report comments
The current fire drill log was dated for the 2025-26 school year instead of their current licensing year, (1/25-1/26) and therefore was empty since the school year just started and they have not conducted a monthly drill yet. The SMIC was not able to locate the previous school year's drill log for the licensing specialist to see the drills for 4/25 and 5/25. TA was given to store old files for one year and to attempt to locate the last one if possible. TA was also given that if she chooses to use a school year format to record drills, to keep the previous year behind the current one so all months are available. A reminder was given that a drill needs to be done prior to 8-31-25.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 29 - Fire Drills. VI. B.
Official code
29-02
View official report
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
See the Personnel Records Summary for [1] Child Care personnel who have not completed the 40 clock hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement.
Correction / follow-up note
One staff member did not complete the 40 clock hours within the appropriate timeline. She has the exams booked for 3-8-25. Please submit an updated DCF transcript when the exams are complete.
Correction status
Due by March 13, 2025
More details
Report section
PERSONNEL - 12 - Education, Training, and Other Personnel Records I.B., C. and V.A. .
Official code
12-03
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
The childrens center did not have documented proof that all child care personnel were trained and knowledgeable within 30 day of employment in Fire Extinguisher Training.
Correction / follow-up note
One staff member did not have proof of fire extinguisher training in the file. Please submit this by 3-13-25.
Correction status
Due by March 13, 2025
More details
Report section
PERSONNEL - 12 - Education, Training, and Other Personnel Records I.B., C. and V.A. .
Official code
12-19
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
During the licensure year fire drills utilizing the approved alarm system were not conducted monthly at various dates and times when children were in care.
Inspector notes
There was no fire drill conducted during the month of February. The staff indicted this was due to the Director being on leave. They will ensure the drills are conducted moving forward. A drill will be observed at the next visit.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 29 - Fire Drills. VI. B.
Official code
29-03
View official report
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
All adults and children failed to evacuate the childrens center when the fire alarm was activated.
Correction / follow-up note
A child was left sleeping on a rug when their group exited the program during a fire drill. Licensing specialist informed the director of the child as they left the building. The director then woke the child and we exited the building. The group leader stated the child was woken but went back to sleep. Please review exit procedures with staff to ensure all children are accounted for and exit the facility as a group. Submit plan by due date A fire drill was observed at todays inspection there were 36 children and 2 adults that participated. It took 2 minutes and 36 seconds to evacuate.
Correction status
Due by August 26, 2024
More details
Report section
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 29 - Fire Drills. VI. B.
Official code
29-05

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

How do you ensure that all staff members have their required personnel files available on-site at all times?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from a March 2026 inspection show that a staff member's personnel file was not maintained on-site for review. This question helps clarify the current process for keeping documentation accessible for all employees, including those who may travel between different locations.
Context
The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific

What is your current process for ensuring that monthly fire drills are conducted and properly documented?

Why ask this
Why ask this
The available inspection records show multiple instances between 2024 and 2026 where fire drill documentation was incomplete or drills were not conducted as required. Asking about the current process helps parents understand how the center ensures emergency readiness and consistent recordkeeping.
Related violations
Finding-specific

How do you manage staff training requirements to ensure all personnel have their certifications and training documentation up to date?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Official inspection reports from 2025 and 2026 indicate several instances where staff training documentation, such as fire extinguisher training or introductory child care training, was missing or incomplete. This question helps parents understand how the center tracks and maintains professional development records for its team.
Related violations
Finding-specific

Can you describe how you ensure that a credentialed director is consistently available on-site during operational hours?

Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from March 2026 noted that the credentialed director was not on-site for the majority of operating hours. This question allows the director to explain their current staffing schedule and how they maintain leadership presence throughout the day.
Context
A correction was requested with a due date of March 16, 2026.
Related violations
Finding-specific

What steps do you take to ensure that all children's enrollment and medical release forms are complete and properly notarized?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from an August 2025 inspection identified that many emergency medical release forms were incomplete or lacked required notarization. This question helps parents understand the center's current administrative procedures for maintaining accurate and legally compliant child records.
Context
The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations