Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 1.2
- Local median
- 1.24
St. Paul Catholic Preschool
12708 N Dale Mabry Hwy, Tampa, FL 33618
- License:
- C13HI0151
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 8, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- Gold Seal, VPK, Half Day
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 8:15AM to 12:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 160
- 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 inspectionApril 15, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsApril 15, 2026
Summary
This summary covers five available inspections for St. Paul Catholic Preschool from March 21, 2024 through April 15, 2026.
Two inspections recorded violations, with six recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on March 13, 2026 and involved facility condition, with a due date of April 13, 2026.
Hazardous access was a higher-concern topic that showed up in one inspection.
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
- 5
- Recorded violations
- 6
- Higher-concern violations
- 2
- Repeated topics
- 1
2 in last 12 months
1 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
5 total inspections vs 6 local median in 33618
Compared to 10 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 20%
- Local median
- 21%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 40%
- Local median
- 46%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 1
- Local average
- 1.8
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Facility condition
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
March 14, 2025March 13, 2026Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed stained ceiling tiles in the 3-year old bathroom and in the hallway. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook: 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. Indoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety and documented on a daily inspection log. Outdoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety. Any problems must be corrected before the play area is used by children. Documentation of the i ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 13, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed peeling paint of the wall and baseboards in the 2-year old room. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook: 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. Indoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety and documented on a daily inspection log. Outdoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety. Any problems must be corrected before the play area is used by children. Documentation of the indoo ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 14, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- Harmful items including cleaning supplies, flammable products, poisonous, toxic, and hazardous materials were accessible to children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B
- Inspector notes
- During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed a low cabinet in the VPK bathroom was unlocked and cracked open. The Licensing Specialist observed several wires and cables accessible to the children in care. During the time of the inspection, this was resolved by the Operator locking the cabinet with a key. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook: B. All potentially harmful items, including cleaning supplies, flammable products, poisonous, toxic, and hazardous materials, must be labeled and used according to manufacturers recommendation. These items, as well as knives, sharp tools, an ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 13 - Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons
- Official code
- 13-03
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 exit gate in the outdoor play area had a gap on the bottom of 5 inches. 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 free from erosion or buildup to prevent inside and outside access by children or animals. These areas must have at least ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 14, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-06
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1
- Inspector notes
- During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed 1 child's immunization records were not current. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook: The child care facility is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed Florida Certification of Immunization form Part A -1, B, or C, DH 680, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(o), F.A.C., or the Religious Exemption from Immunization form, DH 681, which is incorporated by reference in 65C22.001(7)(p), F.A.C., from the custodial parent or legal guardian. DH Form 680 and DH Form 681 may b ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 14, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-02
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The facility did not have a fully-completed enrollment form (CF-FSP Form 5219) or equivalent form for the child(ren) in care. CCF Handbook, Section 7.3
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the time of the inspection, the Operator advised the Licensing Specialist that there are currently 98 children enrolled. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 53 of the 98 childrens records. (2 and 3-year olds) During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed children's enrollment forms did not include the child's date of enrollment. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook: The facility operator shall obtain enrollment information from the childs custodial parent or legal guardian prior to accepting a child in care. This information shall be docum ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 14, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 43 - Enrollment Information
- Official code
- 43-02
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 your current process for ensuring outdoor play areas remain secure and free of gaps?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an inspection show a concern regarding a gap in the outdoor play area fence. Asking about current maintenance practices helps parents understand how the facility ensures the perimeter remains secure for children.
- Context
- The facility had a later clean inspection in April 2026.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps do you take to ensure that cleaning supplies and other hazardous items are always stored securely out of reach?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report noted an instance where hazardous items were accessible to children. This question allows parents to learn about the facility's daily storage protocols and supervision routines.
- Context
- The issue was resolved at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you manage your facility's maintenance schedule to ensure that indoor areas, such as walls and ceilings, remain in good repair?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- The available inspection records show that facility maintenance, specifically regarding wall and ceiling conditions, has been noted in more than one report. Asking about the current maintenance routine helps parents understand how the provider keeps the environment well-maintained.
- Context
- The facility had a later clean inspection in April 2026.
Related violations
Finding-specific
Could you explain your process for tracking and updating children's immunization records to ensure they remain current?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records indicate an instance where an immunization record was not current. This question helps parents understand how the center manages health documentation to stay in compliance with requirements.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your process for reviewing enrollment forms to ensure all required information is complete before a child starts care?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report identified missing information on enrollment forms. Asking about this process helps parents understand how the facility ensures all necessary documentation is gathered and verified.
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