Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 4.25
- Local median
- 1.48
The Goddard School of South Tampa
2401 W Kennedy Blvd, Tampa, FL 33609
- License:
- C13HI0683
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 8, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- Gold Seal, School Readiness, After School, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care, Transportation
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 348
- License expiration:
- October 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.
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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 inspectionNovember 24, 2025
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsOctober 29, 2024
Summary
This summary covers four available inspections for The Goddard School of South Tampa from October 11, 2023 through November 24, 2025.
Three inspections recorded violations, with 17 recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on November 24, 2025 and involved supervision.
That higher-concern topic showed up in two inspections.
The available reports do not include a later inspection with no recorded violations after that violation.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 4
- Recorded violations
- 17
- Higher-concern violations
- 6
- Repeated topics
- 2
2 in last 12 months
16 in last 12 months
6 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
4 total inspections vs 4 local median in 33609
Compared to 10 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 50%
- Local median
- 20%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 75%
- Local median
- 45%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 2
- Local average
- 1.5
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 5 recorded violations.
October 11, 2023September 17, 2025Supervision
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
September 17, 2025November 24, 2025Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- Children in the outdoor play area were not adequately supervised in that [outdoor playground behind the classroom.]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4.1, A General Requirements [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- The facility self-reported to the Licensing Office that a 2-year-old child was left alone in the outdoor playground. This has been resolved. The facility administrator found the child, brought the child to the administrators office, and notified the parent verbally the same day. During the on-site visit, the Licensing Specialist provided Technical Assistance (TA) per CCF Handbook: "2.4.1 General Supervision Requirements B. Child care personnel must be assigned to provide direct supervision to a specific group of children and be with that group of children at all times. Children must never be left without child care personnel supervision inside or outside the facility, in a ve ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
- Official code
- 04-04
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]
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the on-site visit, the facility was unable to provide the Licensing Specialist with documentation showing that the parent received a written incident report on the day the incident occurred. This has been resolved. The facility provided the parent with an incident report on November 24, 2025, and the parent signed the report. During the on-site visit, the Licensing Specialist provided the Technical Assistant (TA) per CCF Handbook: "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 ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 39 - Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation
- Official code
- 39-03
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The facilitys written plan of scheduled activities did not include alternate activities in case of inclement weather. CCF Handbook, Section 2.6 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Day 1 of the inspection: During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that the facilitys written plan of scheduled activities did not include alternate activities in case of inclement weather. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided TA per CCF Handbook "2.6 Planned Activities Each group or class must have a written and followed plan of scheduled activities posted in an easily seen location accessible to parents/guardians. The written plan must meet the needs of the children being served and must include alternate activities in case of bad weather. The written plan shall include a variety of activities that range from structured to unstructured act ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 09 - Planned Activities
- Official code
- 09-04
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Day 1 of the inspection: During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed the following items are not in good repair: Mold and signs of water leakage were observed on the ceiling tiles in the children's restroom within the Pre-k B classroom. 1. Signs of water leakage were observed on the ceiling tiles in the adult's restroom on second floor. 2. A broken section was observed on the wall adjacent to the children's restroom within Preschool C classroom. 3. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided Technical Assistance (TA) per CCF Handbook "3.1 General Health and Safety Requirements A. All child care facilities must be clean, in good repair, free from heal ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- A health deficiency having a low potential for harm to the children in care was observed. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Day 1 of the inspection: During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed build-up debris on the drip tray of the wall-mounted Filtered Bottle Filler in each classroom of the main building. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed coloring paint on the drip tray of the wall-mounted Filtered Bottle Filler in Preschool D Classroom. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed art brushes and sponges were placed directly on the drip tray of the wall- mounted Filtered Bottle Filler in Preschool B classroom. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided TA per CCF Handbook " 3.1 General Health and Safety Requirements A. All child care ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-03
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- A safety deficiency having a low potential for harm to the children in care was observed. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Day 1 of the inspection: During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that a commercial-size floor cleaning machine with a long power cord was stored underneath the stairs in the stairwell. The door to the stairwell was unlocked, and a paper label stating Nothing Underneath Stairs Please was affixed to a grey mesh gate positioned in front of the machine. Although the machine was placed behind the mesh gate, the Licensing Specialist observed that the machine remained accessible from the right side of the stairwell. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided TA per CCF Handbook "3.1 General Health and Safety Requirements A. All child care facilities mu ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-06
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Day 1 of the inspection: During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that the following cleaning supplies were stored in an unlocked water sink cabinet which were accessible to the children in care within the Two A classroom: - One Lysol All Purpose cleaner - One Swiffer WetJet Multi-Purpose Floor and Hardwood Cleaner Solution During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided TA per CCF Handbook "3.2 Toxic/Hazardous Material/Firearms/Weapons 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 ... [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
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 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Day 1 of the inspection: During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed a build-up of debris and dust on the slide equipment located in the outdoor playground of the infant building. The Operator confirmed that this playground is currently in use. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided TA per CCF Handbook "3.5 Outdoor Play Area A. The outdoor play area must be clean and free from litter, nails, glass and other hazards." Day 2 of the inspection: During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that the slide equipment located in the outdoor playground of the infant building has been wiped up. Therefore, this is being marked as resolved.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- ACCESS - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-01
Higher concern: Sleep safety
- Report finding
- A minimum distance of 18'' was not maintained between each napping/sleeping space. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.2, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Day 1 of the inspection: During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that the required minimum distance of 18 inches between children's napping spaces was not maintained in several classrooms located in the main building. In particular, the shortest spacing observed had napping arrangements placed directly next to each other. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided TA per CCF Handbook "3.6.2 Nap/Sleep Space C. A minimum of 18 inches must be maintained around individual napping and sleeping spaces. A maximum of two sides of a napping or sleeping space may be against a solid barrier, such as the wall. The solid side of a crib does not meet the requ ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- ACCESS - 19 - Nap/Sleep Space Requirements
- Official code
- 19-02
Higher concern: Sleep safety
- Report finding
- The nap/sleep space interfered with exit areas. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.2, E (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Day 1 of the inspection: During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that children were sleeping in front of the exit door in 4 classrooms of the main building. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided TA per CCF Handbook "3.6.2 Nap/Sleep Space E. Napping and sleeping areas must not be in exit areas. All exits must remain clear in accordance with fire safety requirements." During the inspection, this has been resolved. The child care personnel in each classroom rearrange the napping space and ensured all exits remained clear and unobstructed.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- ACCESS - 19 - Nap/Sleep Space Requirements
- Official code
- 19-05
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- The sink and/or toilet was not maintained in good operating condition, clean and/or sanitized or disinfected. CCF Handbook, Section 3.7, I (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Day 1 of the inspection: During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed the following items in need of repair: 1. The connecting part between the water pipe and the toilet in the children's restroom showed signs of rust and water leakage in Toddler B classroom. 2. The toilet in the children's restroom was missing bolt caps in Two C Classroom. 3. One faucet in the children's restroom was not functional in Preschool C classroom. 4. The caulking between the handwashing sinks and adjacent walls was cracked in each classroom located in both the main building and the infant building. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed the following cleanliness issues ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- ACCESS - 21 - Restrooms and Bath Facilities
- Official code
- 21-11
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Food equipment was not maintained and stored in a sanitary manner and out of the reach of children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.1, A.3. (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Day 1 of the inspection: During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed oil stains, debris, and burnt residue on both the toaster oven tray and inside the toaster oven located in the first-floor kitchen. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided TA per CCF Handbook "3.9.1 Food Preparation Area A food preparation area is a designated room, such as a kitchen, or a designated space in a facility not normally used or accessible to the children in daily operations for indoor play, classroom, work or nap spaces, and not included when calculating usable indoor floor space. A. A food preparation area is required for facilities that choose to prepare food in a ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-05
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The facilitys refrigerator and/or freezer does not have an appropriate thermometer. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, F.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Day 1 of the inspection: During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that the freezer located in the first-floor kitchen did not have a thermometer. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided TA per CCF Handbook "3.9.2 Food Storage Proper storage of food is essential to prevent food contamination, as well as, insect and rodent infestation. Correct handling and storage of all food is a key component in preventing food-borne illnesses. To prevent bacteria growth, cold food must be kept at or below 41 degrees Fahrenheit and hot foods at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Facilities choosing to prepare food must have a designated space for food storage wi ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-23
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- The diaper changing surface was not cleaned and sanitized or disinfected after each use. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, E (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Day 1 of the inspection: During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed debris and dust beneath the diaper changing pads in several classrooms. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided TA per CCF Handbook "3.10.2 Diapering Requirements E. When children in diapers are in care, there must be a diaper changing area with an impermeable surface that is cleaned and sanitized or disinfected after each use." Day 2 of the inspection: During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that the diaper changing area in each classroom was clean and maintained in a sanitary condition. Therefore, this is being marked as resolved.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
- Official code
- 30-05
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- Toys, equipment and/or furnishings were not maintained in a sanitary condition and not cleaned and sanitized or disinfected following exposure to bodily fluids. CCF Handbook, Section 3.11, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Day 1 of the inspection: During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed unknown white substances on the several safety belt of children's chairs in Toddler C classroom. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed a build-up of dust inside the cabinet in Preschool B Classroom. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided TA per CCF Handbook "3.11 Indoor Equipment Equipment, materials, furnishings, and play areas should be sturdy, safe, and in good repair. Provider should monitor the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) recommendations for use of equipment. Walls, ceilings, floors, furnishings, equipment, toys, and other surfaces should b ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 31 - Indoor Equipment
- Official code
- 31-05
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facility's first aid kit was missing the following items: [ Tweezers, A current resource guide on first aid and CPR procedures]. CCF Handbook, Section 6.2, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Day 1 of the inspection: During the inspection, The Licensing Specialist checked 4 First Aid Kits, 1 in the main building, 1 in the infant building, 2 in the two vehicles. The following items were observed missing: 1. Infant Building Kit: - Tweezers - A current resource guide on CPR procedures 2. Main Building Kit: - A current resource guide on first aid and CPR procedures 3. Kits on two vehicles: - Tweezers - A current resource guide on first aid and CPR procedures During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided TA per CCF Handbook 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, incl ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 37 - First Aid Requirements
- Official code
- 37-06
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- The diaper changing surface was not cleaned and sanitized or disinfected after each use. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, E (Section 12.3, numbers 2 and 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of the inspection the Child Care Licensing Specialist observed that the changing table in the Infant room in the Infant building had not been cleaned and sanitized under the blue mat. The changing table mat had dirt located under it. The Child Care Licensing Specialist observed that the changing table in the Twos classroom on the 2nd floor of the main building to have dirt, 1 hair clip, and a hair rubber band located under the blue changing table mat. This was completed at the time of the inspection as the teachers in the Infant room and Twos classroom cleaned and sanitized under both changing table mats. Technical Assistance was provided by the Child Care Lic ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
- Official code
- 30-05
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
What specific steps have been taken to ensure children are always under direct supervision when playing outdoors?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from a November 2025 inspection report indicate a concern regarding the supervision of children in the outdoor play area. Asking about current practices helps families understand how the center maintains active oversight of children during outdoor activities.
- Context
- The facility reported this incident to the licensing office, and it was noted as resolved at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How does the staff ensure that cleaning supplies and other hazardous materials are kept inaccessible to children throughout the day?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from September 2025 noted that certain cleaning supplies were accessible to children in a classroom. This question allows parents to learn about the center's current storage protocols for potentially harmful items.
- Context
- The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
Could you describe your current process for ensuring that nap and sleep spaces are arranged safely and in compliance with fire safety requirements?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records from September 2025 mention that napping arrangements previously interfered with exit areas. Understanding how the center manages sleep space layouts helps parents feel confident about emergency preparedness.
- Context
- The arrangement was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your process for maintaining the cleanliness and sanitation of equipment and furniture in the classrooms?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records show multiple instances across different inspections where sanitation or facility condition issues were noted, including equipment cleanliness. Asking about the daily cleaning routine provides insight into how the center maintains a healthy environment for children.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you communicate with parents if an incident occurs involving their child while at the center?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from November 2025 noted a finding regarding the documentation of an incident. This question helps parents understand the center's policy for timely reporting and documentation of any unusual occurrences.
- Context
- The facility provided the required documentation to the parent on the same day the inspection occurred.
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