Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.33
- Local median
- 0.29
HCPS Thompson Elementary HOST
2020 E Shell Point Rd, Ruskin, FL 33570
- License:
- E13HI0187
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Exempt
- Records checked:
- July 8, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, VPK, After School
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 6:15AM 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
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 inspectionApril 30, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsApril 30, 2026
Summary
This summary covers three available inspections for HCPS Thompson Elementary HOST from April 25, 2024 through April 30, 2026.
One inspection recorded a violation, with one recorded violation in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on April 25, 2024 and involved equipment or readiness.
DaycareFacts did not classify any of these violations at the Higher concern level.
Two later inspections, from April 10, 2025 through April 30, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 3
- Recorded violations
- 1
- Higher-concern violations
- 0
- 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 33570
Compared to 13 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 0%
- Local median
- 0%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 33%
- Local median
- 25%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 0
- Local average
- 0.46
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: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The written record of the fire drills was incomplete and did not include the following: [December, January, February, March, April, May ]. (Section 14.3, number 2) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection licensing specialist observed six month of missing fire drill. A fire drill was conducted in the presence of licensing during snack time. 4/25/24 @ 3:10pm, 6 teachers and 51 children were present. TA: Child Care Facility Handbook Page | 28 Lockdown and inclement weather drills shall be conducted a minimum of one time each per operating year when children are in care and the documentation of these drills must be maintained for 12 months from the date of the drill. A lockdown or inclement weather drill may substitute for one monthly fire drill. Substitutions for fire drills may not occur more than three times within the licensure year. Documentation of ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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
- 22-07
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
How does the center currently manage and document its monthly emergency and fire drills?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an April 2024 inspection show that the written record of fire drills was incomplete for several months. This question helps confirm that the facility has updated its tracking process to ensure all required safety drills are consistently documented.
- Context
- The record indicates this was corrected at the time of the inspection, and subsequent inspections in 2025 and 2026 did not note this issue.
Related violations
General question
What is the staff-to-child ratio in the classrooms, and how is it maintained throughout the day?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Understanding how the center manages staffing levels helps ensure that every child receives adequate supervision and attention during all daily activities.
General question
Could you describe the process for communicating with parents regarding daily routines or any changes in classroom activities?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Clear communication between teachers and families is essential for maintaining a consistent environment for children and keeping parents informed about their child's day.
General question
How does the center handle staff training and professional development to ensure teachers are prepared for various classroom needs?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Learning about the center's approach to staff training provides insight into how the team stays updated on best practices for child care and safety.
General question
What steps are taken to ensure that the facility environment remains organized and ready for daily operations?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Asking about facility maintenance and organization helps parents understand how the center prioritizes a well-prepared and orderly space for the children.