Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.7
- Local median
- 0.6
Creative World School - Tampa Palms
5365 Primrose Lake Cir, Tampa, FL 33647
- License:
- C13HI0499
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 8, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- Gold Seal, School Readiness, VPK, After School, Drop In, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care, Transportation
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 225
- License expiration:
- July 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
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 inspectionJune 23, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsJuly 25, 2025
Summary
This summary covers 10 available inspections for Creative World School - Tampa Palms from July 12, 2023 through June 23, 2026.
Six inspections recorded violations, with seven recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on June 23, 2026 and involved emergency preparedness, with a due date of July 3, 2026.
Transportation was a higher-concern topic that showed up in one inspection.
The available reports do not include a later inspection with no recorded violations after that violation.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 10
- Recorded violations
- 7
- Higher-concern violations
- 1
- Repeated topics
- 1
2 in last 12 months
1 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
10 total inspections vs 3 local median in 33647
Compared to 29 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 10%
- Local median
- 0%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 60%
- Local median
- 33%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 1
- Local average
- 0.48
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.
July 25, 2023March 25, 2024Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
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
- The facility did not have a current and approved annual fire safety inspection by the local fire authority. Last fire inspection (5-27-26) completed with deficiencies noted 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 approved annual fire inspection report completed by a certified fire inspector must be on file with the licensing authority. If the program is granted a fire inspection exemption by the local fire inspection office, the exemption must be ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by July 3, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-02
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of the inspection the Licensing Specialist observed that the driver of the bus did not get and annual physical exam with grants medical approval to drive. Per the DCF Handbook 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.
- Correction status
- Due by July 28, 2025
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: 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]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of the inspection the Licensing Specialist observed 4 children's files with expired immunization records. Per the DCF Handbook 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 from the local county health department. Specific i ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by July 19, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-02
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Child(ren) did not have a Student Health Examination/DH (Form 3040), or an equivalent health statement on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2, C (Section 19.2, number 1) Record Keeping [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the time of the inspection the Licensing Specialist observed 2 children's files the did not contain a Student Health Exam. Per the DCF Handbook C. If the custodial parents or legal guardians fail to provide the documentation required above within 30 days of enrollment, the facility shall not allow the child to remain in the program.
- Correction status
- Due by July 19, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
- Official code
- 42-01
Medium concern: Incident records
- Report finding
- Child care personnel failed to document an accident or incident on the day that it occurred. CCF Handbook, Section 6.4, A Health Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- During the time of the inspection, the Director advised the Licensing Specialist that they did not have an accident/incident report on file for the bead incident. The Director submitted a completed accident/incident report via email on 6/4/24 to the Licensing Specialist. This violation was resolved and brought back into compliance. CCF Handbook, section 6.4 Accident/Incident Notification A . All accidents and incidents or unusual occurrences that are threatening to the health, safety, or welfare of a child that occur while the child is in care must be documented on the same day they occur. B . This documentation must be shared with the custodial parent or legal guardian on th ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 39 - Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation
- Official code
- 39-03
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Diaper changing procedure was not posted in the changing area and/or was not followed. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, L
- Inspector notes
- During the time of inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that two-year-old room did not have diapering procedures posted in the classroom. The standard was brought back into compliance by the Director by posting missing diaper procedures. Per DCF Handbook Section 3.10.2 Diapering Requirements L. Diaper changing procedure must be posted in the changing area and followed to protect the health and safety of children and childcare personnel.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
- Official code
- 30-14
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 Physical Environment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- CCRC observed Live roaches crawling on the bathroom door and some were dead on the room floor in the seals room. Room was empty, children were moved to different classes until the issue is solved, director explained that this class was not in use since the parent brought the roaches issue to her attention. Director showed proof of treatment that was done on 07/21/2023. First technician sprayed base board only according to director, She called the company and asked for another Technician. Second technician came and sprayed stronger substance concentrating on the bathrooms. Director was told by technician to give 5 complete days for the roaches to die and to contact them again ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by August 25, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-09
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 explain the current process for ensuring that all staff members who drive children have their required annual physical exams on file?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from June 2025 noted that a driver did not have the required annual physical exam on file. Asking about the current process helps clarify how the center tracks these specific medical requirements for transportation staff.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps does the center take to ensure that fire safety inspections are completed and documented on time?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from June 2026 indicate that the facility did not have a current and approved annual fire safety inspection on file at that time. This question helps parents understand how the center manages its regulatory deadlines for facility safety.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you maintain the facility's cleanliness and ensure that sanitation procedures are consistently followed in all classrooms?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records show that sanitation and facility environment topics have appeared in more than one report over the past few years. Asking about current maintenance routines provides insight into how the center manages its daily environment.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your process for tracking student health records and immunization forms to ensure they stay current?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from a 2024 inspection noted instances where student health exams or immunization records were missing or expired. This question allows the director to explain the system used to keep these important documents up to date for all enrolled children.
Related violations
Finding-specific
Can you describe the center's policy for documenting and communicating with parents when an accident or incident occurs?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from March 2024 noted a finding regarding the timely documentation of an incident. Understanding the current communication policy helps parents know what to expect if an accident occurs while their child is in care.
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