Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 1.25
- Local median
- 1.5
HCPS Tampa Bay Boulevard Elementary HOST
3111 W Tampa Bay Blvd, Tampa, FL 33607
- License:
- E13HI0185
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Exempt
- Records checked:
- July 8, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- Head Start, School Readiness, VPK, After School, Food Served
- Hours:
- Mon: 12:55PM to 6:00PM; Tue-Fri: 1:55PM 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.
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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 inspectionDecember 17, 2025
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsDecember 17, 2025
Summary
This summary covers four available inspections for HCPS Tampa Bay Boulevard Elementary HOST from March 20, 2024 through December 17, 2025.
Two inspections recorded violations, with five recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on December 17, 2025 and involved background screening, with a due date of March 17, 2026.
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
- 5
- Higher-concern violations
- 2
- Repeated topics
- 2
2 in last 12 months
3 in last 12 months
1 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
4 total inspections vs 4 local median in 33607
Compared to 22 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 50%
- Local median
- 43%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 50%
- Local median
- 50%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 2
- Local average
- 1.45
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Background screening
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
March 25, 2025December 17, 2025Emergency preparedness
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
March 25, 2025December 17, 2025Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
No recorded violations in this report
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
- During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed a damaged light switch cover at the entrance of the classroom. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed a broken door handle on the last stall in the boys restroom, as well as a damaged soap dispenser in the same stall. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided TA per CCF Handbook: 3.1 General Health and Safety Requirements A. All child care facilities must be clean, in good repair, free from health and safety hazards and from evidence of, or presence of, vermin infestation. Indoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety and documented on a daily inspection log. Outd ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by March 17, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
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 inspection, Licensing monitored the Fire Drill Log and observed documentation of the last fire drill having been conducted on 11-13-2025. The last approved fire inspection for this program was dated 10-06-2025. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that both fire extinguishers lacked current tags. One tag expired in 08-2025, and the other expired in 08-2024.
- Correction status
- Due by March 17, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-05
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- The Child Care Attestation of Good Moral Character was not completed at the time of initial screening or upon change in employers. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that one child care personnels Attestation of Good Moral Character was not updated to the most recent version (July 2024). The form on file was the October 2017 version. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist advised the Operator that a reminder to update the form email was sent to all Providers at the end of September. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided TA per CCF Handbook: "7.4.1 Background Screening Documents Background screening documentation must be maintained for all child care personnel as defined by Section 402.302(3), F.S., which includes household members if the facility is locat ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by March 17, 2026
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 44-06
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- The facility did not have a current and approved annual fire safety inspection by the local fire authority. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- During the time of the inspection the facility did not have a current approved fire inspection. According to the School- Age Handbook Section
- Correction status
- Due by April 4, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-02
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]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of the inspection the Licensing Specialist observed that childcare personnel was missing Level 2 Clearinghouse screening documentation. According to the School-Age Handbook Section 7.4.1 Background Screening Documents C. A copy of the eligible results, for the Level 2 screening, generated from the Clearinghouse must be on record for each personnel. If awaiting Out-of-State criminal history results, a copy of the DCF email informing of the individuals eligibility for a provisional hire status must be in the personnel file.
- Correction status
- Due by April 4, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 44-02
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 all staff background screening forms are kept up to date?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an inspection in December 2025 show that a staff member's attestation form was not the most recent version. Asking about the current process helps clarify how the center tracks and updates these important personnel records.
- Context
- Correction due by 3/17/2026.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you ensure that all staff members have their required screening documentation completed and on file before they begin working with children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- The available inspection records show that background screening documentation issues were noted in both March and December 2025. This question provides an opportunity to hear how the center ensures all staff meet requirements consistently.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How does the center manage the schedule for fire extinguisher maintenance and safety inspections?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from December 2025 noted that fire extinguishers lacked current tags. This question allows the provider to explain how they stay on top of required safety equipment maintenance.
- Context
- Correction due by 3/17/2026.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is the daily routine for checking the facility to ensure everything is in good repair?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records from December 2025 mention observations of items needing repair, such as a light switch cover and restroom fixtures. Asking about the daily inspection routine helps parents understand how the center maintains a safe environment.
- Context
- Correction due by 3/17/2026.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps does the center take to keep track of emergency preparedness requirements, such as fire drills and safety certifications?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from 2025 indicate that emergency preparedness documentation, including fire safety inspections, was not always current. Asking about these procedures helps families understand how the center prioritizes safety readiness.
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