Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 2
- Local median
- 0.75
A Perfect Start ELCC
2005 E 21st Ave, Tampa, FL 33605
- License:
- C13HI0166
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 8, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- Head Start, School Readiness, After School, Before School, Drop In, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:00AM to 5:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 48
- License expiration:
- August 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.
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Inspection snapshot
Questions worth asking
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Latest inspectionNovember 7, 2025
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsNovember 7, 2025
Summary
This summary covers six available inspections for A Perfect Start ELCC from August 14, 2023 through November 7, 2025.
Three inspections recorded violations, with 12 recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on August 4, 2025 and involved facility condition, with a due date of September 4, 2025.
Supervision 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
- 6
- Recorded violations
- 12
- Higher-concern violations
- 2
- Repeated topics
- 2
2 in last 12 months
1 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
6 total inspections vs 4 local median in 33605
Compared to 17 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 17%
- Local median
- 0%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 50%
- Local median
- 38%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 2
- Local average
- 0.35
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 2 inspections, with 4 recorded violations.
August 14, 2023August 26, 2024Facility condition
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
August 14, 2023August 4, 2025Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- The facility did not have the number of toilets and/or wash sinks required for the licensed capacity. CCF Handbook, Section 3.7, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- The facility did not have an operational sink with cold running water in the toddler area. The water in the sink observed in the toddler area was initially turned off manually under the sink. The staff turned the sink on upon request by the Licensing Specialist. Once the water was turned on, only hot water flowed from the sink. Due to sink only producing hot water, being at child level and accessible to the children, the sink is determined to not be safe to use for the children. I. Each toilet and sink must be maintained in good operating condition, cleaned and sanitized or disinfected as needed, but at least once per day. Sinks utilized for teeth brushing activities/procedur ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by September 4, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 21 - Restrooms and Bath Facilities
- Official code
- 21-03
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- The facility did not have a current and approved annual fire safety inspection by the local fire authority. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, A (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- During the time of the inspection, the Operator was unable to produce monthly fire drill report. The Operator stated verbally that the last fire drill was conduct July 24, 2024. The last approved fire inspection for this facility was dated 08/21/2023. The fire extinguisher certifications are valid until 08/2025. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance: 3.8.2 Fire Safety A. Unless statutorily exempted, all child care facilities must conform to state standards adopted by the State Fire Marshal, Chapter 69A-36, F.A.C., Uniform Standards for Life Safety and Fire Prevention in Child Care Facilities. A copy of the current and approv ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by September 5, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-02
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- During the facilitys licensure year, fire drills utilizing the approved alarm system were not conducted monthly at various dates and times when children were in care [During the time of the inspection, the Operator was unable to produce monthly fire drill report. The Operate stated verbally that the last fire drill was conduct July 24, 2024.]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.4, A (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- During the time of the inspection, the Operator was unable to produce monthly fire drill report. The Operate stated verbally that the last fire drill was conduct July 24, 2024. The last approved fire inspection for this facility was dated 08/21/2023. The fire extinguisher certifications are valid until 08/2025. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance: 3.8.4 Fire Drills A. During the facilitys license year, fire drills utilizing the alarm system, approved by the local fire authority, must be conducted monthly at various dates and times when children are in care.
- Correction status
- Due by September 5, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-06
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- Documentation of pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation certification was not on file for child care personnel. CCF Handbook Section 4.2.4, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 1 staff member with CPR, and they need two more staff with CPR. During the time of inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance: B. By December 31, 2021, the facility shall maintain the following number of child care personnel with the CPR certification and first aid training that are on site at the facility at all times children are in care. For child care personnel to count to meet requirement in the below chart, they shall be child care personnel assigned to provide direct supervision of children in care.
- Correction status
- Due by September 26, 2024
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 36 - CPR Requirements
- Official code
- 36-02
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facility's first aid kit was missing the following items: [ Soap and hand sanitizer, Cotton balls or applicators, Digital thermometer, Tweezers, Scissors, Bottled water]. CCF Handbook, Section 6.2, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- During the time of the inspection, the first Aid kit was missing the following items: scissors, tweezers, cotton ball/applicators, hand sanitizer, digital thermometer, water, soap. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance: 6.2 First Aid Kit Minimum Requirements C. Each kit must be kept in a closed container and labeled First Aid and must, at a minimum, include: 1. Soap and hand sanitizer (to be used with supervision if hands are not visibly soiled and if no water is present), 2. Adhesive bandages, 3. Disposable, non-porous gloves, 4. Cotton balls or applicators, 5. Sterile gauze pads or rolls, 6. Adhesive tape, 7. Digital therm ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by September 26, 2024
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 37 - First Aid Requirements
- Official code
- 37-06
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- Documentation of first aid training was not on file for child care personnel. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 1 staff member with first aid, and they need two more staff with first aid. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance: B. By December 31, 2021, the facility shall maintain the following number of child care personnel with the CPR certification and first aid training that are on site at the facility at all times children are in care. For child care personnel to count to meet requirement in the below chart, they shall be child care personnel assigned to provide direct supervision of children in care.
- Correction status
- Due by September 26, 2024
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 37 - First Aid Requirements
- Official code
- 37-07
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- There was evidence or the presence of rodent or vermin observed in the facility. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 10, number 1) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- CCRC observed a dead Roach on the floor in the kitchen by the oven. This was the only one observed in the facility. Technical assistance was provided, Director removed the dead roach, thus returning this standard into compliance at the time of this inspection.
- Correction status
- Due by September 14, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-09
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]
- Inspector notes
- CCRC observed multiple ant nests in the infant playground between the turf and the fence and also between the turf and the daycare wall. Director informed CCRC that they are not using the playground for the infant. Technical assistance was provided: The infant playground must be treated within the given due date. CCRC will return to reinspect this area by or after the due date. CCRC observed multiple broken bikes, a broken pink and white Little Likes play Kitchen and broken plastic and metal picnic bench in the three and four-year-old play ground located by the main entrance. Technical assistance was provided: Staff removed and discarded all broken and hazards items at the ti ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by September 14, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Stored food was not consumed or discarded on or before the expiration date listed by the manufacturer. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, B
- Inspector notes
- CCRC observed 3 Galloons of milk stored in fridge, one was expired on 8/11/2023 and the other two were expired on 8/3/2023 none of these galloons were labeled with the date were opened. CCRC observed the menu for 8/14/2023 through 8/18/2023 the breakfast on the menu was showing: Corn Flakes, Halo Oranges and Milk. CCRC asked the teacher about what was served for breakfast that day and the teacher confirmed that the breakfast was as listed on the menu. CCRC did not observe breakfast and can not confirm if the expired milk was served to children that morning. Technical Assistance was provided: Director discarded all three milk gallons, Thus returning this standard into complian ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-18
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The ground cover or other protective surface under the [swing set is measuring less than an inch directly under all swings] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D (Section 11.2, number 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- CCRC observed the fall zone under the swing set is measuring less than an inch directly under all swings. Technical assistance was provided: CCRC discussed fall zone requirement with the director. Director will bring this standard into compliance by the given due date. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D 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 gro ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by September 14, 2023
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-07
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facility's first aid kit was missing the following items: [ A current resource guide on first aid and CPR procedures]. CCF Handbook, Section 6.2, C (Section 13.5) Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- CCRC observed the facility's first aid kit was missing the current resource guide on first aid and CPR procedures. 6.2 First Aid Kit Minimum Requirements A. At least one first aid kit must be maintained on the premises at all times. The kit(s) must be accessible to the child care personnel at all times and kept out of the reach of children. If the first aid kit is stored in the food preparation area, it must be stored in a manner to prevent contamination of food, food contact surfaces, or first aid supplies. First aid kits or supplies must be restocked after each use. B. A first aid kit must be accessible and available to child care personnel when children are participating o ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by September 14, 2023
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 37 - First Aid Requirements
- Official code
- 37-06
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 (Section 19.2, number 2) Record Keeping [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- CCRC observed six children's files with expired immunization records. Technical Assistance was provided, Director will obtain current immunization records for all six children by given due date. 7.1 Immunization Records 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 65C 22.001(7)(p), F.A.C., from the custodial parent or legal guardian. DH Form 680 and DH Form 681 may be obtained ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by September 14, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-02
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 does the center ensure that all staff members currently on-site have their required first aid training documentation on file?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from August 2024 noted that documentation for first aid training was missing for some personnel. Asking about current practices helps parents understand how the center maintains updated staff training records.
Related violations
Finding-specific
Can you walk me through the process for ensuring that all staff members have current pediatric CPR certifications on file?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an August 2024 inspection indicated that pediatric CPR certification documentation was not on file for some staff. This question allows the center to explain how they track and verify these certifications for their team.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps are taken to ensure that all sinks and restrooms are fully operational and accessible for the children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records show that sanitation and facility condition topics, including sink functionality, have appeared in reports from 2023 and 2025. Asking about current maintenance routines helps parents understand how the facility ensures a clean and functional environment.
- Context
- A later inspection on November 7, 2025, showed no violations.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How does the center manage its emergency preparedness, such as conducting and documenting monthly fire drills?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an August 2024 inspection noted a gap in the documentation of monthly fire drills. This question helps parents understand the current procedures for maintaining safety drill records.
Related violations
General question
What is your approach to maintaining a consistent daily schedule and routine for the children in your care?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Understanding the daily routine helps parents know how the center balances learning, play, and rest to support child development. Consistent schedules are a key part of a stable and predictable environment for children.