Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.33
- Local median
- 0.75
Kimmins Early Head Start
1502 E 2nd Ave, Tampa, FL 33605
- License:
- C13HI0250
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 8, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- Gold Seal, Food Served, Full Day, Infant Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:00AM to 5:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 96
- 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
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 inspectionDecember 15, 2025
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsDecember 15, 2025
Summary
This summary covers six available inspections for Kimmins Early Head Start from December 21, 2023 through December 15, 2025.
One inspection recorded a violation, with two recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on December 17, 2024 and involved equipment or readiness, with a due date of January 17, 2025.
DaycareFacts did not classify any of these violations at the Higher concern level.
Two later inspections, from February 4, 2025 through December 15, 2025, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 6
- 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
6 total inspections vs 4 local median in 33605
Compared to 17 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 0%
- Local median
- 0%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 17%
- Local median
- 38%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 0
- 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.
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
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 there to be mold and possible water damage under the sink in Room 3. 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 January 17, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
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 gate on the outdoor play area to be 3'5 1/2" on the sides where it is the shortest. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed a portion of the green barrier wall around the back of the outdoor play area to be 3'8". 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 bas ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by January 17, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-05
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
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 how the facility monitors and maintains the outdoor play area fencing to ensure it meets height and security standards?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an inspection in December 2024 noted that portions of the outdoor fencing and gates did not meet the required height standards.
- Context
- The facility has had subsequent inspections since this report.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your current process for identifying and addressing maintenance needs, such as repairs or moisture concerns, within the classrooms?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from December 2024 noted that an area of the facility was not in good repair, specifically regarding the condition under a sink.
- Context
- The facility has had subsequent inspections since this report.
Related violations
General question
How often does your team conduct routine safety checks of the indoor and outdoor play spaces?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Regular facility inspections help ensure that play environments remain in good condition and meet all necessary standards for children's care.
General question
What training do staff members receive regarding the daily maintenance and supervision of the facility's environment?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Understanding how staff are trained in daily facility upkeep helps parents feel confident about the ongoing oversight of the space where children spend their time.
General question
Can you walk me through how you document and track the completion of facility repairs or maintenance tasks?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Clear documentation processes help ensure that any identified facility needs are addressed promptly and consistently.