Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 2
- Local median
- 1
HCPS Ferrell Magnet Middle HOST
4302 N 24th St, Tampa, FL 33610
- License:
- E13HI0115
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Exempt
- Records checked:
- July 8, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, After School, Before School
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 6:30AM to 6:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- Not listed
- License expiration:
- Not found
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 inspectionApril 27, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsApril 27, 2026
Summary
This summary covers three available inspections for HCPS Ferrell Magnet Middle HOST from April 2, 2024 through April 27, 2026.
Two inspections recorded violations, with six recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on May 9, 2025 and involved background screening, with a due date of May 23, 2025.
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
- 3
- Recorded violations
- 6
- Higher-concern violations
- 1
- Repeated topics
- 0
1 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
3 total inspections vs 4 local median in 33610
Compared to 38 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 33%
- Local median
- 17%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 67%
- Local median
- 50%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 0
- Local average
- 1.03
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
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documentation of a fire extinguisher being properly maintained to include being serviced and retagged timely, and/or with a current certificate. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- The last fire drill was conducted on 4/9/2025. The fire extinguisher certification(s) are valid until 4/2025. The annual fire inspection was conducted on 11/7/2024. 23-5: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the fire extinguisher was not tagged annually, in that they expired on 4/2025. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, B Fire extinguishers with a minimum rating of 2A:10BC must be properly installed, serviced and maintained with current inspection tags at all times.
- Correction status
- Due by June 9, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-05
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The facility did not maintain documentation that the parent(s) or legal guardian(s) of each child were provided information detailing the causes, symptoms, and transmission of the influenza virus annually during the months of August through September in that [there was no documentation showing that the Influenza Brochure was provided to all the parents in August or September 2024]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.3, C.4. (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of the inspection, the Owner/Operator advised the Licensing Specialist that there are currently 53 children enrolled. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 53 of the 53 childrens records. REMINDER : Influenza brochures must be provided annually between August 1st and September 30th for each enrolled child. Distracted Adult brochures must be provided semi-annually in the months of April and September for each enrolled child. 43-6: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that there was no documentation showing that the Influenza Brochure was provided to all the parents in August or September 2024. Staff stated that th ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by June 9, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Enrollment Information
- Official code
- 42-06
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The facility did not maintain documentation that the parent(s) or legal guardian(s) of each child were provided information regarding the potential for distracted adults to fail to drop off a child and leave them in the car annually during the months of April and September in that [hat there was no documentation showing that the Distracted Driver Brochure provided to all the parents in September 2024 and April 2025]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.3, C.5. (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- 42-10: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that there was no documentation showing that the Distracted Driver Brochure provided to all the parents in September 2024 and April 2025. Staff stated that they do not know where the documentation is located. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 7.3, C.5. Annually, in the months of April and September, the child care facility must provide parents/guardians of the children enrolled in the facility with information regarding the potential for distracted adults to fail to drop off a child at the facility and instead leave them in the adults vehicle upon arrival ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by June 9, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Enrollment Information
- Official code
- 42-10
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- Documentation of Level 2 Clearinghouse screening clearance was missing for child care personnel. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1,C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the inspection, Licensing Specialist reviewed the background Screening Clearinghouse Roster. Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse: The Background Screening Clearinghouse will generate e-mails and send you, the provider, a reminder at 60, 30, and 21 days prior to the retention date expiration. Please note, you will only receive that notification for the staff that are on your facility/home roster. Please keep your roster current in the Clearinghouse to avoid confusion on expiration dates, or unwanted notifications. 44-2: Licensing Specialist observed 1 employee do not have an eligibility date for DCF Child Care in the Background Screening Clearinghouse, in t ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by May 23, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 44-02
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The program facility did not have documented proof of an annual fire inspection by the local fire authority. (Section 14.2, number 1) Physical Environment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- The facility did not provide documented proof of an annual fire inspection by the local fire authority 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 documented and maintained on file at the program.
- Correction status
- Due by May 2, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 22 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness (Form OEL-SR-6204, Section 14 Fire Safety and Emergency Preparedness and Response, Pages 31-33)
- Official code
- 22-01
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The program did not have documentation of a fire extinguisher being properly maintained to include being serviced and retagged timely, and/or with a current certificate. (Section 14.2, number 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- The fire extinguishers present did not have a current inspection tag. Extinguishers were tagged 3/23 B. Fire extinguishers with a minimum rating of 2A:10BC must be properly installed, serviced and maintained with current inspection tags at all times.
- Correction status
- Due by May 2, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 22 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness (Form OEL-SR-6204, Section 14 Fire Safety and Emergency Preparedness and Response, Pages 31-33)
- Official code
- 22-04
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 the process for ensuring all staff members have their required background screening documentation up to date?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records show an inspection from May 2025 identified missing documentation for a staff member's background screening clearance. Asking about the current process helps clarify how the facility manages these important records to ensure compliance.
- Context
- A later clean inspection was recorded on April 27, 2026.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you track the maintenance and inspection schedules for your fire safety equipment?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from May 2025 noted that a fire extinguisher was not tagged annually as required. This question allows the provider to explain the current system for keeping safety equipment properly serviced.
- Context
- A later clean inspection was recorded on April 27, 2026.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your procedure for ensuring that all required health and safety information is distributed to families annually?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records from May 2025 indicate that documentation regarding required parent brochures was missing. Understanding how the center tracks the distribution of these materials helps parents know they will receive important safety information.
- Context
- A later clean inspection was recorded on April 27, 2026.
Related violations
General question
How do you handle staff training and onboarding to ensure everyone understands the facility's daily operational and safety routines?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Learning about staff training practices helps families understand how the center maintains consistent care and safety standards for all children.
General question
Can you walk me through how you communicate with parents about updates to center policies or upcoming safety drills?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Clear communication is essential for a strong partnership between families and the center. This question helps parents understand how the provider keeps them informed about important facility activities.