Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.5
- Local median
- 0.25
Smart Start Pre-Prep LLC
13801 McCormick Dr, Tampa, FL 33626
- License:
- C13HI0069
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 8, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, VPK, After School, Before School, Drop In, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care, Transportation
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 240
- License expiration:
- March 31, 2027
Typical cost: $1,278 - $1,387 (Under 1)
Child’s age
$1,278 - $1,387/mo
Median daily rate: $59.00 - $64.00
Official Florida Division of Early Learning Hillsborough County data.
Not this provider’s price.
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Inspection snapshot
Questions worth asking
The available records raise questions worth asking before enrolling.
Next: Review the inspection history below and ask the provider what the records mean and what changed afterward.
Latest inspectionFebruary 24, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsFebruary 24, 2026
Summary
This summary covers four available inspections for Smart Start Pre-Prep LLC from February 27, 2024 through February 24, 2026.
One inspection recorded a violation, with two recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on February 27, 2024 and involved equipment or readiness, with a due date of March 27, 2024.
DaycareFacts did not classify any of these violations at the Higher concern level.
Three later inspections, from April 2, 2024 through February 24, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 4
- Recorded violations
- 2
- Higher-concern violations
- 0
- Repeated topics
- 0
1 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
4 total inspections vs 4 local median in 33626
Compared to 14 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 0%
- Local median
- 0%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 25%
- Local median
- 25%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 0
- Local average
- 0.21
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
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facilitys outdoor play area contained litter, nails, glass or other hazards that posed a low potential for harm to children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A (Section 10.7, number 1) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- Licensing Specialist observe 2 playground equipment started to rust, the end of the ladder handle in the preschool playground equipment and the xylophone shaped equipment in the toddler's playground. TA was provided: Director will maintain the equipment by sanding both areas. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A Outdoor Play Area A. The outdoor play area must be clean and free from litter, nails, glass and other hazards.
- Correction status
- Due by March 27, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Child(ren) did not have a Florida Certification of Immunization (DH Form 680) or a Religious Exemption from Immunization (DH Form 681), on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1, B (Section 19.2, number 2) Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Licensing Specialist observed that the immunization record for a child that was enrolled on [12/22/23 ] The record was not missing. The Child did not have a Florida Certification of Immunization (DH Form 680) as required. The record was showing a list of immunization history not the required Florida form. Technical assistance was provided:
- Correction status
- Due by March 27, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-01
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 your process for maintaining outdoor play equipment to ensure it remains in good condition for the children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an inspection in February 2024 noted that some playground equipment showed signs of rust. Asking about the current maintenance routine helps clarify how the facility keeps play areas clean and free of hazards.
- Context
- The facility has had subsequent clean inspections following the 2024 report.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you manage and verify that all required health and immunization forms are correctly on file for newly enrolled children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from February 2024 identified a case where a child's immunization documentation did not meet the specific state-required form standards. This question helps parents understand the administrative steps taken to ensure all enrollment records are complete and accurate.
- Context
- The facility has had subsequent clean inspections following the 2024 report.
Related violations
General question
What is your approach to daily communication with parents regarding their child's activities and well-being?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Consistent communication helps families stay informed about their child's daily experiences and development. Understanding the center's preferred methods for updates ensures that parents know what to expect regarding routine information sharing.
General question
How do you handle staff training and supervision to ensure that safety standards are consistently met throughout the day?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Well-trained staff are essential for maintaining a secure and supportive environment for children. Learning about the center's approach to supervision and professional development provides insight into how they prioritize the needs of the children in their care.
General question
Can you walk me through the typical daily routine for the age group my child will be in?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Knowing the daily schedule helps parents understand how the center balances learning, play, and rest. This information is useful for determining if the center's structure aligns with a child's needs and family expectations.