A Perfect Start ELCC
LicensedWhat this score could check
Verified evidence places this provider between 16 and 43. The badge shows the floor: the score the public record can defend.
- State inspection history
- Parent reviews
- Accreditation
- Profile details
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On record in Florida.
2005 E 21st Ave, Tampa FL, 33605
- Ages
- 6 wks – 5 yrs
- Hours
- 7:00AM to 5:30PM
- Licensed for
- 48 children
- Subsidies
- Accepted
Hours
On the state licence record
7:00AM to 5:30PM
Monday through Friday
Listed on Google
- Mon
- 7 AM–5 PM
- Tue
- 7 AM–5 PM
- Wed
- 7 AM–5 PM
- Thu
- 7 AM–5 PM
- Fri
- 7 AM–5 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 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 A Perfect Start ELCC 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
- After School
- Before School
- Drop In
- Food Served
- Full Day
- Half Day
- Infant Care
The public record
- License number
- C13HI0166
- License status
- Licensed
- License type
- Child Care Facility
- Licensed capacity
- 48 children
- Address
- 2005 E 21st Ave, Tampa FL, 33605
- County
- Hillsborough County
- Phone
- +18132412273
- Website
- Not listed
- License issued
- September 21, 1998
- License expires
- August 31, 2026
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 · 3 with findings in the last 3
FindingAug '23
Aug 14, 2023
12-09: There was evidence or the presence of rodent or vermin observed in the facility. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 10, number 1) Physical Environment [SR] Comments CCRC observed a dead Roach on th… | 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 10.7, number 1) Physical Environm… | 24-18: Stored food was not consumed or discarded on or before the expiration date listed by the manufacturer. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, B Comments CCRC observed 3 Galloons of milk stored in fridge, one wa… | 32-07: The ground cover or other protective surface under the [swing set is measuring less than an inch directly under all swings] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D (Section 11.2, number 3) S…
FindingAug '24
Aug 26, 2024
23-02: 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 Environmen… | 23-06: During the facilitys licensure year, fire drills utilizing the approved alarm system were not conducted monthly at various dates and times when children were in care [During the time of the inspection… | 36-02: Documentation of pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation certification was not on file for child care personnel. CCF Handbook Section 4.2.4, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requiremen… | 37-06: The facility's first aid kit was missing the following items: [ Soap and hand sanitizer, Cotton balls or applicators, Digital thermometer, Tweezers, Scissors, Bottled water]. CCF Handbook, Section 6.2… | 37-07: Documentation of first aid training was not on fi
FindingAug '25
Aug 4, 2025
21-03: The facility did not have the number of toilets and/or wash sinks required for the licensed capacity. CCF Handbook, Section 3.7, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Com…
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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: Head Start participant
- Affordability: Accepts School Readiness funding
Points to verify
Consider before choosing
Not enough signal recorded yet.
How the reviews split
The 5.0 average comes from 5 Google reviews. An average hides whether opinion is consistent or divided, so the spread is shown too.
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Questions parents ask about A Perfect Start ELCC
Is A Perfect Start ELCC a licensed child care provider in Florida?
- Yes. A Perfect Start ELCC holds Florida DCF licence C13HI0166, currently listed as "Licensed" by the Department of Children and Families, first licensed on September 21, 1998. Confirm current standing with DCF before enrolling.
Does A Perfect Start ELCC accept School Readiness subsidies?
- Yes. The DCF record shows A Perfect Start ELCC 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 A Perfect Start ELCC's hours?
- Weekday hours listed on its Google business profile are 7 AM–5 PM. Listings change, so call ahead to confirm.
How many children can A Perfect Start ELCC care for?
- A Perfect Start ELCC is licensed for up to 48 children. Licensed capacity is a legal maximum, not current availability or enrollment.
Has A Perfect Start ELCC had any licensing violations?
- Florida DCF has recorded 6 inspections at A Perfect Start ELCC, 3 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.