Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.67
- Local median
- 1
Bealsville Head Start Center
5100 Horton Rd, Plant City, FL 33567
- License:
- C13HI0130
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 8, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- Gold Seal, Head Start, VPK, Food Served, Full Day, Transportation
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:00AM to 5:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 40
- License expiration:
- December 31, 2026
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.
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 inspectionApril 23, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsApril 23, 2026
Summary
This summary covers nine available inspections for Bealsville Head Start Center from November 30, 2023 through April 23, 2026.
Five inspections recorded violations, with six recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on April 14, 2026 and involved transportation, with a due date of May 14, 2026.
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
- 9
- Recorded violations
- 6
- Higher-concern violations
- 1
- Repeated topics
- 1
4 in last 12 months
2 in last 12 months
1 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
9 total inspections vs 5 local median in Plant City
Compared to 44 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 11%
- Local median
- 25%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 56%
- Local median
- 50%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 1
- Local average
- 1.77
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Equipment or readiness
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
December 6, 2024February 19, 2025November 18, 2025Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The facility's driver did not have [ An annual physical examination which grants medical approval to drive]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.1
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed 2 drivers had expired annual physical examinations. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook: The driver of any vehicle used by a child care program to provide transportation must have the following: A. A valid Florida drivers license including the proper endorsement; B. An annual physical examination which grants medical approval to drive, and valid certificate(s) of course completion for first aid training and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) procedures. Not Monitored Comments During the time of the inspection, the transpor ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by May 14, 2026
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 06 - Driver's License, Physician Certification & First Aid/CPR Training
- Official code
- 06-01
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The ground cover or other protective surface under the [slide, balance beam and climbing wall] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that there was only two inches of mulch in the fall zones of the slide, balance beam and climbing wall. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook: D. Permanent or stationary playground equipment must have a fall/use zone that extends a minimum of 6 feet in all directions from the perimeter of the equipment. All types of ground cover must be maintained to provide resilience and reduce the incidence of injuries to children in the event of falls. Child Care Facility Handbook Page | 39 1. If the ground cover in place is loose ground cover (suc ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by December 18, 2025
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-07
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facilitys outdoor play space was not enclosed with fencing or walls a minimum of 4 feet in height. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, F
- Inspector notes
- During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed the fencing of the outdoor play area did not meet the minimum 4-foot height requirement. The Licensing Specialist measured four areas of the fencing with the height ranging from 3'2" to 3'10". During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance: per the CCF Handbook "F. The outdoor play area must have adequate fencing or walls a minimum of 4 feet in height. Fencing, including gates, must be continuous and must not have gaps or opening larger than 3 inches that would allow children to exit the outdoor play area. The base of the fence must remain at ground level and be fre ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by June 19, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-05
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facilitys outdoor play space was not enclosed with fencing or walls a minimum of 4 feet in height. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, F
- Inspector notes
- During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed the fencing of the outdoor play area to not meet the minimum 4-foot height requirement. The Licensing Specialist measured three areas of the fencing with the height ranging from 3'2" to 3'10". During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance: per the CCF Handbook "F. The outdoor play area must have adequate fencing or walls a minimum of 4 feet in height. Fencing, including gates, must be continuous and must not have gaps or opening larger than 3 inches that would allow children to exit the outdoor play area. The base of the fence must remain at ground level and be fre ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by January 6, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-05
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Indoor and outdoor play areas were not inspected daily for basic health and safety and/or any problems were not corrected before the play area is used by children and/or daily inspection logs were not maintained for 12 months. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A
- Inspector notes
- During the time of the inspection the Licensing Specialist observed that the daily playground log was filled out for today 11/30/23. However, there is a shed left open/unlocked/unsecured in the children's playground area containing two gallons of paint. The Licensing Specialist also observed that two large sand boxes in the playground are contained multiple unknown insect cocoons and spider webs in the top area of the play equipment. According to the childcare facility handbook 3.1 General Health and Safety Requirements A. All child care facilities must be clean, in good repair, free from health and safety hazards and from evidence of, or presence of, vermin infestation. Indo ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by January 1, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-19
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- The facility did not have a written emergency preparedness plan. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.5, A
- Inspector notes
- During the time of the inspection the Licensing Specialist observed that there is currently no written emergency preparedness plan in the facility. According to the childcare facility handbook 3.8.5 Emergency Preparedness A. The operator must develop a written emergency preparedness plan that includes, at a minimum, procedures to be taken by the facility during a fire, evacuation, relocation, shelter in place, lockdown, and inclement weather (for example: hurricanes, tropical storms or tornadoes), and to facilitate parent/guardian reunification onsite and offsite. The plan must describe how the facility will notify and update parents/guardians, as well as meet the needs of al ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by January 1, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-13
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 current process for ensuring all drivers have their required medical documentation and training up to date?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an April 2026 inspection indicate that some drivers did not have current physical examinations on file. This question helps clarify how the center tracks these requirements to ensure all transportation staff remain compliant with health standards.
- Context
- The facility was required to correct this by May 14, 2026.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your current routine for inspecting outdoor play equipment and maintaining the protective surfaces beneath it?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records show that the maintenance of outdoor play areas and equipment surfaces has been noted as a concern in multiple reports. Asking about the current routine helps parents understand how the center ensures these areas remain resilient and appropriate for children's use.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you manage the daily safety checks for the outdoor play areas to ensure they are ready for the children each morning?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from November 2023 noted concerns regarding the daily inspection of outdoor play areas. This question allows the director to explain the current procedures used to verify that play spaces are clean and free of hazards before children arrive.
Related violations
Finding-specific
Can you walk me through how the staff is trained on the facility's emergency preparedness plan?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from a 2023 inspection noted the absence of a written emergency preparedness plan at that time. This question helps parents understand how the center currently prepares for various emergency scenarios and ensures staff are familiar with these procedures.
Related violations
General question
What is your process for communicating with parents about any changes to daily routines or facility policies?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Understanding how a center shares information helps families feel more connected and informed about their child's daily environment. Clear communication channels are essential for building a strong partnership between the center and parents.