Achievement Center
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Verified evidence places this provider between 6 and 22. The badge shows the floor: the score the public record can defend.
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On record in Florida.
4601 E Busch Blvd, Tampa FL, 33617
- Ages
- 6 wks – 5 yrs
- Hours
- 6:30AM to 6:00PM
- Licensed for
- 139 children
- Subsidies
- Accepted
Hours
On the state licence record
6:30AM to 6:00PM
Monday through Friday
Hours change without the licence record changing. Call before you plan a drop-off around these times.
Ages and programs
Reported to Department of Children and Families, Office of Child Care Regulation by Achievement 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
- After School
- Before School
- Drop In
- Food Served
- Full Day
- Transportation
The public record
- License number
- C13HI0357
- License status
- Licensed
- License type
- Child Care Facility
- Licensed capacity
- 139 children
- Address
- 4601 E Busch Blvd, Tampa FL, 33617
- County
- Hillsborough County
- Phone
- +18139881999
- Website
- Not listed
- License issued
- June 2, 2015
- License expires
- May 31, 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 · 8 with findings in the last 8
FindingMay '24
May 2, 2024
07-05: A vehicle(s) used to transport children did not have the required alarm system installed to prompt the driver to inspect the vehicle for children before exiting the vehicle. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.… | 12-01: Areas of the facility were found to be in need of cleaning. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 10, number 1) Physical Environment [SR] Comments During the time of the inspection, licensing speciali… | 12-02: An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 10, number 1) Physical Environment [SR] Comments During the time of the inspection, licensing sp… | 12-18: The facility did not have electrical outlet covers or the outlet covers were not in place. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, I Comments During the time of the inspection licensing specialist observed that th… | 19-02: A minimum distance of 18'' was not maintained bet
FindingJul '24
Jul 12, 2024
04-01: Supervision of children in the [two and three year old room] group was inadequate in that [The teacher stepped into the hallway]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 (Section 5, numbers 1 - 17) General Requirem… | 12-02: An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 10, number 1) Physical Environment [SR] Comments During the time of the inspection, Licensing ob… | 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 During the time of the inspectio… | 13-03: Harmful items including cleaning supplies, flammable products, poisonous, toxic, and hazardous materials were accessible to children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B (Section 10, number 4) Physic… | 13-04: Knives and/or sharp tools were accessible to chil
FindingJul '24
Jul 30, 2024
03-01: A ratio of [2] child care personnel for [12] children is required. A ratio of [2] child care personnel for [35] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Genera… | 04-31: Child care personnel who had not completed all preservice training requirements were allowed unsupervised contact or care of children. (Section 3.1 - Training Requirements, Page 7) General Requirement… | 15-05: The facility failed to post the room capacity in each room. CCF Handbook, Section 3.4.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments During the time of the inspection … | 19-02: A minimum distance of 18'' was not maintained between each napping/sleeping space. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.2, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments During the … | 36-02: Documentation of pediatric cardiopulmonary resusc
FindingApr '25
Apr 7, 2025
03-01: A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [6] children is required. A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [8] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. General Requirements [SR] Comments Ratios: First… | 19-02: A minimum distance of 18'' was not maintained between each napping/sleeping space. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.2, C Physical Environment [SR] Comments During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Sp…
FindingMay '25
May 9, 2025
18-12: Bedding and/or linens were not stored in a sanitary manner. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1, G & H Physical Environment [SR] Comments During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed n… | 30-06: Diaper changing occurred on a surface that was not impermeable. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, E Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist obser… | 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 Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments During… | 39-04: Child care personnel failed to share the accident/incident form with the custodial parent/ legal guardian or the individual authorized to pick up child on the day that the incident occurred. CCF Handb… | 39-07: The facility failed to report a serious injury or
FindingMay '25
May 23, 2025
04-01: Supervision of children in the [3-year old ] group was inadequate in that [child was left unsupervised]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR] C… | 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 time of the inspect… | 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… | 21-10: The bath facility was not cleaned and/or sanitized or disinfected after each use. CCF Handbook, Section 3.7, G (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments During the tim…
FindingSep '25
Sep 22, 2025
41-02: The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 Record Keeping [SR] Comments During the time of the inspection, the…
FindingApr '26
Apr 22, 2026
08-04: The vehicle had missing, broken or non-operable seat belts and/or safety restraints. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.5 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR] Comments During the t… | 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 time of the inspect…
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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
- Quality: Gold Seal accredited by the state
- Programs: Offers Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK)
- Affordability: Accepts School Readiness funding
Points to verify
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Questions parents ask about Achievement Center
Is Achievement Center a licensed child care provider in Florida?
- Yes. Achievement Center holds Florida DCF licence C13HI0357, currently listed as "Licensed" by the Department of Children and Families, first licensed on June 2, 2015. Confirm current standing with DCF before enrolling.
Does Achievement Center offer free VPK?
- Yes. Achievement 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.
Is Achievement Center a Gold Seal provider?
- Yes. Achievement Center holds Florida's Gold Seal Quality Care designation, which requires accreditation by a DCF-approved accrediting association in good standing.
Does Achievement Center accept School Readiness subsidies?
- Yes. The DCF record shows Achievement 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.
How many children can Achievement Center care for?
- Achievement Center is licensed for up to 139 children. Licensed capacity is a legal maximum, not current availability or enrollment.
Has Achievement Center had any licensing violations?
- Florida DCF has recorded 10 inspections at Achievement Center, 8 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.