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MOSI Head Start & Preschool Center

Licensed
58Elevated Risk

What this score could check

Verified evidence places this provider between 58 and 87. The badge shows the floor: the score the public record can defend.

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  • Parent reviews
  • Accreditation
  • Profile details
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3.9(10)Yelp(0)
Gold SealVPKHead Start
Center-basedAccredited · National Association for the Education of Young Children

On record in Florida.

4901 E Fowler Ave, Tampa FL, 33617

Ages
6 wks – 5 yrs
Hours
7:00AM to 5:30PM
Licensed for
60 children

Hours

On the state licence record

7:00AM to 5:30PM

Monday through Friday

Listed on Google

Mon
7AM-5:30PM
Tue
7AM-5:30PM
Wed
7AM-5:30PM
Thu
7AM-5:30PM
Fri
7AM-5:30PM
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 MOSI Head Start & Preschool 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

  • Food Served
  • Full Day

The public record

License number
C13HI0087
License status
Licensed
License type
Child Care Facility
Licensed capacity
60 children
Address
4901 E Fowler Ave, Tampa FL, 33617
County
Hillsborough County
Website
Not listed
License issued
October 1, 1990
License expires
March 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.

✅ Passed the last 3 inspections

  1. CleanFeb '24
  2. CleanFeb '25
  3. CleanMar '26

Click a finding pill to expand the summary. Fresh violations may show “Summary pending” while business profiles are being updated. Findings are summarized from the official inspection report published by Department of Children and Families, Office of Child Care Regulation.

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)
  • Programs: Head Start participant

Points to verify

Consider before choosing

Not enough signal recorded yet.

How the reviews split

The 3.9 average comes from 10 Google reviews. An average hides whether opinion is consistent or divided, so the spread is shown too.

  • 5 star5
  • 4 star3
  • 3 star0
  • 2 star0
  • 1 star2

Questions parents ask about MOSI Head Start & Preschool Center

Is MOSI Head Start & Preschool Center a licensed child care provider in Florida?

Yes. MOSI Head Start & Preschool Center holds Florida DCF licence C13HI0087, currently listed as "Licensed" by the Department of Children and Families, first licensed on October 1, 1990. Confirm current standing with DCF before enrolling.

Does MOSI Head Start & Preschool Center offer free VPK?

Yes. MOSI Head Start & Preschool 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 MOSI Head Start & Preschool Center a Gold Seal provider?

Yes. MOSI Head Start & Preschool Center holds Florida's Gold Seal Quality Care designation, which requires accreditation by a DCF-approved accrediting association in good standing.

What are MOSI Head Start & Preschool Center's hours?

Weekday hours listed on its Google business profile are 7AM-5:30PM. Listings change, so call ahead to confirm.

How many children can MOSI Head Start & Preschool Center care for?

MOSI Head Start & Preschool Center is licensed for up to 60 children. Licensed capacity is a legal maximum, not current availability or enrollment.

Has MOSI Head Start & Preschool Center had any licensing violations?

Florida DCF has recorded 3 inspections at MOSI Head Start & Preschool Center, none of which cited a violation. Reports are published by the state and summarized as reported; a finding is a cited standard, not a judgment of overall quality.