Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 1.67
- Local median
- 0.96
North Tampa Community Head Start Center
14013 N 22nd St, Tampa, FL 33613
- License:
- C13HI0135
- 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
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:00AM to 5:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 119
- 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
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 9, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsApril 9, 2026
Summary
This summary covers six available inspections for North Tampa Community Head Start Center from March 19, 2024 through April 9, 2026.
Three inspections recorded violations, with 10 recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on March 3, 2026 and involved background screening, with a due date of April 3, 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
- 6
- Recorded violations
- 10
- Higher-concern violations
- 4
- Repeated topics
- 1
3 in last 12 months
7 in last 12 months
3 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
6 total inspections vs 4.5 local median in 33613
Compared to 12 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 33%
- Local median
- 18%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 50%
- Local median
- 50%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 1
- Local average
- 1.17
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Staff training
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 4 recorded violations.
March 3, 2025November 7, 2025March 3, 2026Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documentation to show completion of a Department approved five-hour early literacy and language development course for child care personnel within 12 months of date of employment in child care industry and/or the early literacy course documentation was not uploaded in the Florida Pathways/Registry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.2 and 4.5, C
- Inspector notes
- During the time of the inspection the Licensing Specialist observed that 1 staff has not completed the five-hour early literacy and language development course for child care personnel within 12 months of date of employment in child care industry and/or the early literacy course documentation was not uploaded in the Florida Pathways/Registry. Per the DCF Handbook Pursuant to Section 402.305(2)(e)5., F.S., all child care personnel must complete a single course of training in early literacy and language development of children ages birth through five years that is a minimum of five clock hours or .5 CEUs. Early literacy training must be completed within 12 months of date of emp ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 3, 2026
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-06
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The facility did not have a written exposure plan regarding safety precautions for exposure to blood and potentially infectious fluids. CCF Handbook, Section 6
- Report comments
- During the time of the inspection the Licensing Specialist reviewed 2 staff files with no written exposure plan. Per the DCF Handbook There are three common modes of transmission for the spread of microorganisms in child care settings: contact, droplet, and airborne. Many common infections encountered in the child care setting are transmitted by direct or indirect contact. Child care facilities shall develop a written exposure plan regarding universal safety precautions, recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), to follow in the event there is exposure to blood and potentially infectious fluids. Personnel are required to be educated on the facilitys ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 3, 2026
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 35 - Communicable Disease Control
- Official code
- 35-11
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The personnel/ volunteer (ten hours or more per month) record did not include a CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form signed annually. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, C
- Report comments
- During the time of the inspection the Licensing Specialist reviewed 2 staff files with an out of date Child Abuse and Reporting Forms. Per the DCF Handbook CF-FSP Form 5337, Child Abuse & Neglect Reporting Requirements, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(l), F.A.C., must be signed on or before hire date and annually thereafter by all child care personnel. During the time of inspection, the Owner/Operator/Director advised the Licensing Specialist that there 16 employees. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 16 of the 16 employee records.
- Correction status
- Due by April 3, 2026
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-04
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- 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
- Report comments
- During the time of the inspection the Licensing Specialist reviewed 3 staff files that did not have a CFFSP Form 5131 Background Screening and Personnel File Requirement. Per the DCF Handbook 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.
- Correction status
- Due by April 3, 2026
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-01
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- Documentation of Level 2 Clearinghouse screening clearance was missing for child care personnel. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1,C
- Report comments
- During the time of the inspection the Licensing Specialist reviewed 1 staff file that did not have a printed Level 2 Clearinghouse screening in the staffs file. The Licensing Specialist verified the staff is eligible to work in the Clearinghouse. Per the DCF Handbook A copy of the eligible results, for the Level 2 screening, generated from the Clearinghouse must be on record for each personnel. If awaiting Out-of-State criminal history results, a copy of the DCF email informing of the individuals eligibility for a provisional hire status must be in the personnel file.
- Correction status
- Due by March 17, 2026
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-02
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- 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
- Report comments
- During the time of the inspection the Licensing Specialist reviewed 2 staff files that did not have a current Good Moral Character form completed. Per the DCF Handbook 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.
- Correction status
- Due by April 3, 2026
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-06
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility owner failed to notify the licensing authority within five working days of when the facility lost the credentialed director or when there was a change of director. CCF Handbook, Section 4.7, D. 1 and 2
- Report comments
- The Licesning Speclist received notification that the facility had a change of Director on 8/11/25. The Licensing Specialist was not notified until 10/27/25. This standard has been completed at the time of the inspection as the provider notified the Licensing Specialist in an email and has provided the requested documents to make the change for the facility. Per the DCF Handbook Child care facility owners must notify the licensing authority within five working days of when the facility loses a credentialed director or when there is a change of director. 1. The licensing authority will then issue a provisional license for a period not to exceed six months for any facility with ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 34 - Credentialed Staff
- Official code
- 34-07
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- The facilitys fencing walls or gate area had gaps that could allow children to exit the outdoor play area. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, F
- Inspector notes
- During the time of the inspection the Licensing Specialist observed the fencing on the playground to have a 5 inch gap between the 2 black exit gates. Per the DCF Handbook 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 free from erosion or buildup to prevent inside and outside access by children or animals. These areas must have at least two exits, with at least one being remote from the buildings. If an outdoor play area wa ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 4, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-06
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the 40 hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement. CCF Handbook Section 4.2.1
- Inspector notes
- During the time of the inspection the Licensing Specialist observed that 1 staff did not complete the 40 hour introductory training required. Per the DCF Handbook Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month must begin training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry and successfully complete Departments training within 12 months from the date training begins. Training taken prior to employment in the child care industry does not constitute begin training. The begin training timeframes begin at the time of employment in the child care industry. Training completion may not exceed 15 months from the date of employment in the chil ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 4, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-01
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documentation to show completion of a Department approved five-hour early literacy and language development course for child care personnel within 12 months of date of employment in child care industry and/or the early literacy course documentation was not uploaded in the Florida Pathways/Registry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.2 and 4.5, C
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the time of the inspection the Licensing Specialist observed 1 staff's training record did not include documentation of the approved five hour early literacy and language development course. Per the DCF Handbook Pursuant to Section 402.305(2)(e)5., F.S., all child care personnel must complete a single course of training in early literacy and language development of children ages birth through five years that is a minimum of five clock hours or .5 CEUs. Early literacy training must be completed within 12 months of date of employment in the child care industry. Proof of completion may be documented on a certificate of course completion, classroom transcript, or diploma. ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 4, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-06
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 walk me through your current process for ensuring all staff background screening documents are complete and up to date?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from a March 2026 inspection identified missing background screening documentation for some personnel. Asking about the current process helps clarify how the center maintains these records to ensure all staff meet requirements.
- Context
- A later clean inspection was recorded on April 9, 2026.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you track and verify that all staff members complete their required professional training on time?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records from 2025 and 2026 show repeated findings regarding staff training documentation. This question helps parents understand the steps the center takes to ensure all employees remain current with their required training.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your process for maintaining a written exposure plan for blood and infectious fluids, and how are staff trained on these procedures?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from March 2026 noted that a written exposure plan was not on file for some staff. This question helps clarify how the center ensures these safety protocols are documented and understood by the team.
- Context
- A later clean inspection was recorded on April 9, 2026.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you manage the annual renewal of child abuse and neglect reporting forms for your staff?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from March 2026 indicated that some staff files were missing updated annual forms. Asking about this process helps parents understand the center's administrative oversight for personnel records.
- Context
- A later clean inspection was recorded on April 9, 2026.
Related violations
General question
What is your daily routine for checking the playground and outdoor play areas to ensure they remain secure for the children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Regular safety checks are essential for maintaining a secure environment for children during outdoor play. This question helps families understand the center's commitment to ongoing facility maintenance and supervision.