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Tri-County Head Start

2499 Cypress St, Westville, FL 32464

License:
C14HO0063
Type:
Child Care Facility
Status:
Licensed
Records checked:
July 14, 2026
Additional info
Programs and services:
Head Start, Food Served, Full Day, Infant Care, Transportation
Hours:
Mon-Fri: 8:00AM to 2:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
Capacity:
165
License expiration:
June 29, 2027
Typical cost: Not enough data for Under 1
Child’s age

Not enough data available for this age and provider category. Florida publishes these estimates for Holmes County.

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 inspectionMay 20, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMay 20, 2026

Summary

This summary covers 13 available inspections for Tri-County Head Start from February 8, 2023 through May 20, 2026.

Two inspections recorded violations, with four recorded violations in total.

The most recent higher-concern violation was on February 27, 2025 and involved sleep safety.

Five later inspections, from March 31, 2025 through May 20, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.

At a glance

Total inspections
13

3 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
4

0 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
2

0 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
0

Last 36 months

Local comparison

13 total inspections vs 10.5 local median in Holmes County

Compared to 10 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
0.31
Local median
0.24

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
15%
Local median
0%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
15%
Local median
17%

Repeated topics

This provider
0
Local average
0.1

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.

View official report
Higher concern: Sleep safety
Report finding
Child/ren were placed in a crib, playpen, play yard or other sleeping and napping bedding with items that could pose a strangulation or suffocation risk. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.4, A
Inspector notes
Infant observed with blanket in crib. Staff removed blanket. All personnel that care for infants must follow safe sleep practices as recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) as referenced in Caring for Our Children Basics Health and Safety Foundations for Early Care and Education, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(v), F.A.C. Cribs or playpens/play yards used for infants must have tight fitted sheets and no excess bedding, which includes but is not limited to: bumper pads, hanging mobiles, quilts, comforters, receiving blankets, pillows, stuffed animals and cushions.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 20 - Crib Requirements
Official code
20-06
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the 40 hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement. CCF Handbook Section 4.2.1
Report comments
Staff listed on the Supplemental did not complete the DCF 40 hours within 15 months of start date.
Correction status
Due by March 27, 2025
More details
Report section
TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-01
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
The facility did not have documentation to show completion of a Department approved five-hour early literacy and language development course for child care personnel within 12 months of date of employment in child care industry and/or the early literacy course documentation was not uploaded in the Florida Pathways/Registry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.2 and 4.5, C
Report comments
Staff listed on the Supplemental did not complete literacy within 12 months of industry start.
Correction status
Due by March 27, 2025
More details
Report section
TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-06
View official report
Higher concern: Child guidance
Report finding
The owner, operator, employee or substitute, while caring for children, committed an act or omission that meets the definition of child abuse or neglect provided in Chapter 39, Florida Statutes or Chapter 827, Florida Statutes. CCF Handbook, Section 8.2, A
Correction / follow-up note
A staff member employed at the facility committed an act or omission that meets the definition of child abuse or neglect provided in Chapter 39, Florida Statutes or Chapter 827, Florida Statutes. CCF Handbook, Section 8.2, A Technical assistance: Acts or omissions that meet the definition of child abuse or neglect provided in Chapter 39, F.S. or Chapter 827, F.S., constitute a violation of the standards is section 402.301- .319, F.S., and will support imposition of a sanction, as provided in Section 402.310, F.S. Corrective action: Provider reviewed discipline policy with all staff. Director and other staff will give frequent breaks as needed. Administrative Action will be ta ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
RECORD KEEPING - 47 - Access/Child Safety
Official code
47-02

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

Could you walk me through the current procedures for ensuring infants have a safe sleep environment?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from a February 2025 inspection noted an instance where an infant was found with a blanket in their crib. Asking about current sleep safety protocols helps families understand how the center ensures compliance with safe sleep recommendations.
Context
The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection, and a subsequent inspection in May 2026 was clean.
Related violations
Finding-specific

How does the center support staff in managing challenging behaviors and maintaining a positive environment for the children?

Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from February 2024 included a finding regarding staff conduct. Discussing the center's discipline policy and support for staff helps parents understand the current approach to maintaining a nurturing environment.
Related violations
Finding-specific

What is the process for ensuring all staff members stay current with their required training and professional development?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records from February 2025 noted that documentation for certain staff training requirements was not fully up to date. Learning about how the center tracks and manages these requirements provides insight into their administrative oversight.
Context
The record indicates these training documentation items were set for correction by March 2025.
Related violations
General question

How do you handle communication with families if there is a change in the daily routine or a concern regarding a child's care?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Clear communication is essential for building trust between families and providers. Understanding the center's approach to updates helps parents feel informed and involved in their child's daily experience.
General question

Can you describe how the center monitors staff-to-child ratios throughout the day, especially during transitions or outdoor play?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Consistent supervision is a key component of a high-quality care environment. Asking about how ratios are maintained during different parts of the day helps parents understand the center's commitment to active supervision.