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North Tampa Community Head Start Center

Licensed
13Elevated Risk

What this score could check

Verified evidence places this provider between 13 and 35. The badge shows the floor: the score the public record can defend.

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  • Accreditation
  • Profile details
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4.2(9)Yelp(0)
Gold SealVPKHead Start
Center-basedAccredited · National Association for the Education of Young Children

On record in Florida.

14013 N 22nd St, Tampa FL, 33613

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

Hours

On the state licence record

7:00AM to 5:30PM

Monday through Friday

Listed on Google

Mon
7 AM–5:30 PM
Tue
7 AM–5:30 PM
Wed
7 AM–5:30 PM
Thu
7 AM–5:30 PM
Fri
7 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 North Tampa Community Head Start 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
C13HI0135
License status
Licensed
License type
Child Care Facility
Licensed capacity
119 children
Address
14013 N 22nd St, Tampa FL, 33613
County
Hillsborough County
Website
Not listed
License issued
April 24, 2000
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.

1 clean inspection · 3 with findings in the last 4

  1. CleanMar '24
  2. FindingMar '25

    Mar 3, 2025

    17-06: The facilitys fencing walls or gate area had gaps that could allow children to exit the outdoor play area. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, F Comments During the time of the inspection the Licensing Special… | 33-01: Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the 40 hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement. CCF Handbook Section 4.2.1 Comments During the … | 33-06: The facility did not have documentation to show completion of a Department approved five-hour early literacy and language development course for child care personnel within 12 months of date of employ…

  3. FindingNov '25

    Nov 7, 2025

    34-07: The facility owner failed to notify the licensing authority within five working days of when the facility lost the credentialed director or when there was a change of director. CCF Handbook, Section 4…

  4. FindingMar '26

    Mar 3, 2026

    33-06: The facility did not have documentation to show completion of a Department approved five-hour early literacy and language development course for child care personnel within 12 months of date of employ… | 35-11: The facility did not have a written exposure plan regarding safety precautions for exposure to blood and potentially infectious fluids. CCF Handbook, Section 6 Comments During the time of the inspecti… | 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 Comments D… | 45-01: A complete CF-FSP Form 5131, Background Screening and Personnel File Requirements, was not on file for all employees. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1, A Comments During the time of the inspection the Lice… | 45-02: Documentation of Level 2 Clearinghouse screening

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 4.2 average comes from 9 Google reviews. An average hides whether opinion is consistent or divided, so the spread is shown too.

  • 5 star6
  • 4 star1
  • 3 star1
  • 2 star0
  • 1 star1

Questions parents ask about North Tampa Community Head Start Center

Is North Tampa Community Head Start Center a licensed child care provider in Florida?

Yes. North Tampa Community Head Start Center holds Florida DCF licence C13HI0135, currently listed as "Licensed" by the Department of Children and Families, first licensed on April 24, 2000. Confirm current standing with DCF before enrolling.

Does North Tampa Community Head Start Center offer free VPK?

Yes. North Tampa Community Head Start 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 North Tampa Community Head Start Center a Gold Seal provider?

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

What are North Tampa Community Head Start Center's hours?

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

How many children can North Tampa Community Head Start Center care for?

North Tampa Community Head Start Center is licensed for up to 119 children. Licensed capacity is a legal maximum, not current availability or enrollment.

Has North Tampa Community Head Start Center had any licensing violations?

Florida DCF has recorded 6 inspections at North Tampa Community Head Start Center, 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.