Istaba Peace Academy
LicensedWhat this score could check
Verified evidence places this provider between 33 and 59. The badge shows the floor: the score the public record can defend.
- State inspection history
- Parent reviews
- Accreditation
- Profile details
- Staff qualifications: not checked
- Staff qualification data is not yet available for this provider.
- Enforcement actions: not checked
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On record in Florida.
7326 E Sligh Ave, Tampa FL, 33610
- Ages
- 6 wks – 5 yrs
- Hours
- 7:45AM to 4:30PM
- Licensed for
- 123 children
- Subsidies
- Accepted
Hours
On the state licence record
7:45AM to 4:30PM
Monday through Friday
Listed on Google
- Mon
- 7:45 AM–5:30 PM
- Tue
- 7:45 AM–5:30 PM
- Wed
- 7:45 AM–5:30 PM
- Thu
- 7:45 AM–5:30 PM
- Fri
- 7:45 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 Istaba Peace Academy 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
The public record
- License number
- C13HI0392
- License status
- Licensed
- License type
- Child Care Facility
- Licensed capacity
- 123 children
- Address
- 7326 E Sligh Ave, Tampa FL, 33610
- County
- Hillsborough County
- Phone
- +18139405533
- Website
- Not listed
- License issued
- October 7, 2005
- License expires
- September 30, 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.
3 clean inspections · 2 with findings in the last 5
- CleanAug '23
- CleanSep '23
- CleanSep '24
FindingMar '25
Mar 28, 2025
12-02: An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A Physical Environment [SR] Comments During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed i…
FindingSep '25
Sep 12, 2025
28-02: Bottles and/or sippy cups brought from home were not labeled with childs first and last name. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.5, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR] Comments Du… | 30-05: The diaper changing surface was not cleaned and sanitized or disinfected after each use. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, E (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments … | 40-01: A prescription or non-prescription medication, specifically [5 diaper rash creams], was dispensed without written authorization from the custodial parent or legal guardian. CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, … | 44-04: The personnel/ volunteer (ten hours or more per month) record did not include a CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form signed annually. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, C (Section 2…
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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 4.3 average comes from 21 Google reviews. An average hides whether opinion is consistent or divided, so the spread is shown too.
- 5 star16
- 4 star1
- 3 star1
- 2 star0
- 1 star3
Questions parents ask about Istaba Peace Academy
Is Istaba Peace Academy a licensed child care provider in Florida?
- Yes. Istaba Peace Academy holds Florida DCF licence C13HI0392, currently listed as "Licensed" by the Department of Children and Families, first licensed on October 7, 2005. Confirm current standing with DCF before enrolling.
Does Istaba Peace Academy offer free VPK?
- Yes. Istaba Peace Academy 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 Istaba Peace Academy accept School Readiness subsidies?
- Yes. The DCF record shows Istaba Peace Academy 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 Istaba Peace Academy's hours?
- Weekday hours listed on its Google business profile are 7:45 AM–5:30 PM. Listings change, so call ahead to confirm.
How many children can Istaba Peace Academy care for?
- Istaba Peace Academy is licensed for up to 123 children. Licensed capacity is a legal maximum, not current availability or enrollment.
Has Istaba Peace Academy had any licensing violations?
- Florida DCF has recorded 6 inspections at Istaba Peace Academy, 2 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.