Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.5
- Local median
- 1.5
HCPS West Tampa Elementary HOST
2700 W Cherry St, Tampa, FL 33607
- License:
- E13HI0199
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Exempt
- Records checked:
- July 8, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, VPK, After School
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 1:00PM 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
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 6, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsApril 6, 2026
Summary
This summary covers four available inspections for HCPS West Tampa Elementary HOST from March 20, 2024 through April 6, 2026.
Two inspections recorded violations, with two recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on March 26, 2025 and involved emergency preparedness, with a due date of April 5, 2025.
Background screening was a higher-concern topic that showed up in one inspection.
Two later inspections on April 6, 2026 showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 4
- Recorded violations
- 2
- Higher-concern violations
- 1
- Repeated topics
- 0
2 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
0 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
- 25%
- Local median
- 43%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 50%
- Local median
- 50%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 0
- 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.
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 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]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of the inspection the Licensing Specialist observed that the facility did not have a current and approved fire safety inspection. According to the School-Age Handbook Section 3.8.2 Fire Safety A. Unless statutorily exempted, all school-age child care programs must conform to state standards adopted by the State Fire Marshal, Chapter 69A-36, F.A.C., Uniform Fire Safety Standards for Nonresidential Child Care Facilities, and must be inspected annually. A copy of the current and approved annual fire inspection report 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 ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 5, 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 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]
- Report comments
- I. An individual may be hired under one of these circumstances: 1. If all components are complete with an eligible screening and documented in the employees file. (one staff member) The staff member was removed during the inspection
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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 walk me through your process for ensuring all staff background screenings are up to date and correctly documented?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from March 2024 noted that documentation for a staff member's background screening was missing at that time. Asking about current procedures helps clarify how the center tracks these requirements for all personnel.
- Context
- The staff member involved was removed during the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you manage the scheduling and filing of your annual fire safety inspections?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an inspection in March 2025 indicated that the facility did not have a current and approved fire safety inspection on file. This question helps understand how the center stays current with these annual requirements.
- Context
- A later inspection in April 2026 was completed with no findings.
Related violations
General question
What is your typical approach to communicating with parents about daily routines and any changes to center policies?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Clear communication helps families stay informed about how the center operates and ensures everyone is aligned on daily expectations.
General question
How do you handle staff training and supervision to ensure consistent care for the children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Understanding how staff are supported and supervised provides insight into the quality of care and the environment provided for the children.
General question
What steps does your team take to prepare for and practice emergency drills with the children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Regular practice of emergency procedures is an important part of maintaining a prepared and responsive environment for all children in the program.