Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.4
- Local median
- 1.27
HCPS Lincoln Elementary HOST
1207 E Renfro St, Plant City, FL 33563
- License:
- E13HI0141
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Exempt
- Records checked:
- July 8, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, After School
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 6:30AM to 6:00PM; 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
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Next: Review the inspection history below and ask the provider what the records mean and what changed afterward.
Latest inspectionDecember 8, 2025
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsDecember 8, 2025
Summary
This summary covers five available inspections for HCPS Lincoln Elementary HOST from April 3, 2024 through December 8, 2025.
Two inspections recorded violations, with two recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on April 25, 2025 and involved emergency preparedness, with a due date of May 26, 2025.
Background screening was a higher-concern topic that showed up in one inspection.
Two later inspections, from May 5, 2025 through December 8, 2025, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 5
- Recorded violations
- 2
- 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
5 total inspections vs 5 local median in 33563
Compared to 28 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 20%
- Local median
- 25%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 40%
- Local median
- 50%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 0
- Local average
- 1.86
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: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documented proof of an annual fire inspection by the local fire authority. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored the Fire Drill Log and observed documentation of the last fire drill having been conducted on 4-9-25. The fire extinguisher certifications are valid until 12-2025. The facility did not have documented proof of an annual fire inspection by the local fire authority During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook: 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 curren ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by May 26, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-01
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- Documentation of Level 2 screening clearance from DCF was either incomplete or missing for the operator, program personnel, volunteers or substitutes. (Section 19.5, number 1) Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that one staff member does not have a Level 2 background screening. This is the staff member that opens and closes the door for the children to exit. After bringing this to the Operators attention about the background screening Licensing didn't see the staff member anymore. During the inspection, technical assistance was provided: Per the School Readiness Handbook under Record Keeping: School Readiness providers must maintain documentation required in Rule 65C-22.001(6), F.A.C., Child Care Facility Handbook (October 2021), Rule 65C- 22.008(5), F.A.C., School-Age Child Care Facility Handbook (October 2021), o ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by May 13, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 38 - Background Screening Documents (Form OEL-SR-6204, Section 19.5 Record Keeping/Background Screening, Pages 44-45)
- Official code
- 38-02
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 explain the process for ensuring all staff members have the required background screening documentation on file?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records show an earlier inspection report where documentation for staff screening was noted as missing or incomplete. Asking about current office procedures helps confirm how the facility maintains these records for all personnel.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How does the center manage and track annual fire safety inspections to ensure all documentation is current?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from 2025 noted that proof of an annual fire inspection was not available at that time. This question helps parents understand the current administrative process for keeping safety certifications up to date.
- Context
- A later inspection in December 2025 did not note any concerns.
Related violations
General question
What is your daily routine for ensuring that children are supervised during transitions, such as when they are arriving or leaving the facility?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Understanding how staff maintain oversight during busy times of the day helps parents feel confident about the daily supervision practices in place.
General question
How do you communicate with families regarding emergency preparedness drills or changes to safety protocols?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Regular communication about safety routines ensures that families are well-informed and can partner with the facility in maintaining a secure environment.
General question
What steps does the center take to verify the credentials and training requirements for any new staff or volunteers?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Learning about the onboarding process for new team members provides insight into how the facility prioritizes staff qualifications and regulatory requirements.