Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.75
- Local median
- 0.93
HCPS Lopez Elementary HOST
200 N Kingsway Rd, Seffner, FL 33584
- License:
- E13HI0145
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Exempt
- Records checked:
- July 8, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, VPK, 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.
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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 inspectionApril 24, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsJune 4, 2025
Summary
This summary covers four available inspections for HCPS Lopez Elementary HOST from April 16, 2024 through April 24, 2026.
Two inspections recorded violations, with three recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on April 24, 2026 and involved emergency preparedness, with a due date of May 25, 2026.
DaycareFacts did not classify any of these violations at the Higher concern level.
The available reports do not include a later inspection with no recorded violations after that violation.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 4
- Recorded violations
- 3
- Higher-concern violations
- 0
- Repeated topics
- 1
1 in last 12 months
2 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
4 total inspections vs 3 local median in 33584
Compared to 21 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 0%
- Local median
- 0%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 50%
- Local median
- 50%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 1
- Local average
- 0.95
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Emergency preparedness
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
May 13, 2025April 24, 2026Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
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]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, Licensing monitored the Fire Drill Log and observed documentation of the last fire drill having been conducted on 4- 8-26. The last approved fire inspection for this program was dated 9-30-24. 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 current and approved annual fire inspection report completed by a certified fire inspector must be on file with ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by May 25, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-01
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
- During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed the fire extinguisher s did not have a tag which gave a date of service or expiration. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook: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 25, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-05
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
- During the time of the inspection the Licensing Specialist observed 2 fire extinguishers with tags dated 4/24. These fire extinguishers have not been tagged timely. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored the Fire Drill Log and observed documentation of the last fire drill having been conducted on 5/06/2025. The last approved fire inspection for this program was dated 09/30/2024. Per the DCF handbook 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 13, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-05
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 fire extinguishers are serviced and tagged on schedule?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an inspection report note that fire extinguishers were found without current service tags. Asking about the current process helps clarify how the facility tracks maintenance requirements moving forward.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How does the center maintain documentation for required annual fire inspections by the local fire authority?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report indicated a gap in documented proof of an annual fire inspection. This question allows the director to explain how they keep these important safety records organized and up to date.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps have been taken to ensure that emergency preparedness requirements, such as fire safety documentation, are consistently met?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records show that emergency preparedness topics appeared in multiple reports over the last few years. Asking about the current approach helps parents understand how the facility manages these recurring administrative safety tasks.
Related violations
General question
How do you communicate with parents regarding the center's emergency drill schedules and safety routines?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Understanding how a facility shares information about safety routines helps families feel more confident in the daily operations. Clear communication about these practices is a key part of a transparent partnership between the center and parents.
General question
What is the process for training staff on emergency protocols and ensuring they are familiar with the facility's safety equipment?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Staff preparedness is essential for maintaining a secure environment for children. Learning about the training process provides insight into how the center prioritizes safety and readiness among its team members.