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LicensedWhat this score could check
Verified evidence places this provider between 8 and 25. The badge shows the floor: the score the public record can defend.
- State inspection history
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On record in Florida.
4422 Grand Blvd, New Port Richey FL, 34652
- Ages
- 6 wks – 5 yrs
- Hours
- 6:30AM to 5:30PM
- Licensed for
- 89 children
- Subsidies
- Accepted
Hours
On the state licence record
6:30AM to 5:30PM
Monday through Friday
Listed on Google
- Mon
- 6:30 AM–5:30 PM
- Tue
- 6:30 AM–5:30 PM
- Wed
- 6:30 AM–5:30 PM
- Thu
- 6:30 AM–5 PM
- Fri
- 6:45 AM–5:30 PM
- Sat
- Closed
- Sun
- Closed
Hours change without the licence record changing. Call before you plan a drop-off around these times.
Amenities and accessibility
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
Reported on the provider's Google business listing, not verified by the state.
Ages and programs
Reported to Department of Children and Families, Office of Child Care Regulation by Small Steps Discovery Center and published in the state licence record. Availability is not the same as licensing, so confirm openings directly.
Licensed to serve
- 6 wks – 5 yrs
Programs on record
- Full Day
- Half Day
- Infant Care
The public record
- License number
- C06PA0236
- License status
- Licensed
- License type
- Child Care Facility
- Licensed capacity
- 89 children
- Address
- 4422 Grand Blvd, New Port Richey FL, 34652
- County
- Pasco County
- Phone
- +17278456300
- Website
- Not listed
- License issued
- February 11, 2013
- License expires
- February 10, 2027
This page republishes the public license record maintained by the Department of Children and Families, Office of Child Care Regulation. Fields marked "Not listed" are absent from the state's published data, not hidden. Verify current license status with the agency before enrolling.
Verified Credentials
- Level 2 Background Checks
- CPR / First Aid Certified Staff
- Secure Entry System
- Continuous Video Monitoring (facilities only)
Minimums required by Florida DCF licensing for every Licensed Child Care Facility. Individual center audits may cover more than the list above.
Inspection record
Individual inspection visits as recorded by Department of Children and Families, Office of Child Care Regulation, shown as reported.
0 clean inspections · 6 with findings in the last 6
FindingFeb '23
Feb 7, 2023
12-07: A safety deficiency having a moderate potential for harm to the children in care was observed. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 (Section 10, numbers 1-11) Physical Environment [SR] Comments Child Care Regula… | 21-11: The sink and/or toilet was not maintained in good operating condition, clean and/or sanitized or disinfected. CCF Handbook, Section 3.7, I (Section 10.6, number 8) Physical Environment [SR] Comments C…
FindingMay '23
May 11, 2023
29-16: Hand hygiene procedures, including situations or times, were not posted in food preparation, diapering, and toileting areas. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.1, D Comments Child Care Regulation observed tha…
FindingJan '24
Jan 25, 2024
30-07: Items unrelated to diaper changing were stored in the diaper changing area or placed on the diaper changing table/surface. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, G (Section 12.3, number 6) Sanitation and Equip… | 33-09: The facility did not have documented proof that all child care personnel were trained and knowledgeable within 30 days of date of hire in [ the use of fire extinguishers]. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.3 …
FindingMay '24
May 28, 2024
30-06: Diaper changing occurred on a surface that was not impermeable. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, E Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments Licensing Specialist observed that the diapering mat in the one-y…
FindingFeb '25
Feb 7, 2025
12-02: 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] Comments During the inspection, Licensi… | 12-07: A safety deficiency having a moderate potential for harm to the children in care was observed. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments Duri… | 13-02: The facilitys storage of harmful items including cleaning supplies, flammable products, and poisonous, toxic and hazardous materials allowed access by children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B (S… | 17-01: The facilitys outdoor play area contained litter, nails, glass or other hazards that posed a low potential for harm to children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Ph… | 18-02: The bedding available was not safe and poses a th
FindingFeb '26
Feb 2, 2026
12-01: Areas of the facility were found to be in need of cleaning. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments During the inspection, Licensing Spe… | 12-02: 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] Comments During the inspection, Licensi… | 12-07: A safety deficiency having a moderate potential for harm to the children in care was observed. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments Duri… | 13-04: Knives and/or sharp tools were accessible to children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments During the inspection, Licensing … | 18-06: The floor mats available for children in care wer
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What the record says
Provider highlights
Drawn from licensing flags published by the Department of Children and Families, Office of Child Care Regulation. Parent-review summaries will appear here once enough reviews have been collected.
Signals of care
Strengths
- Programs: Offers Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK)
- Affordability: Accepts School Readiness funding
Points to verify
Consider before choosing
Not enough signal recorded yet.
How the reviews split
The 4.5 average comes from 15 Google reviews. An average hides whether opinion is consistent or divided, so the spread is shown too.
- 5 star12
- 4 star1
- 3 star1
- 2 star0
- 1 star1
Questions parents ask about Small Steps Discovery Center
Is Small Steps Discovery Center a licensed child care provider in Florida?
- Yes. Small Steps Discovery Center holds Florida DCF licence C06PA0236, currently listed as "Licensed" by the Department of Children and Families, first licensed on February 11, 2013. Confirm current standing with DCF before enrolling.
Does Small Steps Discovery Center offer free VPK?
- Yes. Small Steps Discovery Center is on record with Florida DCF as a Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK) provider, so eligible 4-year-olds can attend the state-funded program here at no cost. Confirm current VPK enrollment with the provider.
Does Small Steps Discovery Center accept School Readiness subsidies?
- Yes. The DCF record shows Small Steps Discovery Center participates in Florida's School Readiness program, so families approved for child care assistance through their local Early Learning Coalition may be able to use it here.
What are Small Steps Discovery Center's hours?
- Weekday hours listed on its Google business profile are 6:30 AM–5:30 PM. Listings change, so call ahead to confirm.
How many children can Small Steps Discovery Center care for?
- Small Steps Discovery Center is licensed for up to 89 children. Licensed capacity is a legal maximum, not current availability or enrollment.
Has Small Steps Discovery Center had any licensing violations?
- Florida DCF has recorded 12 inspections at Small Steps Discovery Center, 6 of which recorded at least one finding. Reports are published by the state and summarized as reported; a finding is a cited standard, not a judgment of overall quality.
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