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St. Paul Catholic Preschool

Licensed
27Elevated Risk

What this score could check

Verified evidence places this provider between 27 and 54. The badge shows the floor: the score the public record can defend.

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  • Accreditation
  • Profile details
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4.6(19)Yelp(0)Claimed on Google
Gold SealVPKFaith-based
Center-basedAccredited · National Association for the Education of Young Children

On record in Florida.

12708 N Dale Mabry Hwy, Tampa FL, 33618

Ages
6 wks – 5 yrs
Hours
8:15AM to 12:00PM
Licensed for
160 children

Hours

On the state licence record

8:15AM to 12:00PM

Monday through Friday

Listed on Google

Mon
8 AM–3 PM
Tue
8 AM–3 PM
Wed
8 AM–3 PM
Thu
8 AM–3 PM
Fri
8 AM–3 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 St. Paul Catholic Preschool 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

  • Half Day

The public record

License number
C13HI0151
License status
Licensed
License type
Child Care Facility
Licensed capacity
160 children
Address
12708 N Dale Mabry Hwy, Tampa FL, 33618
County
Hillsborough County
Website
Not listed
License issued
April 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.

1 clean inspection · 2 with findings in the last 3

  1. CleanMar '24
  2. FindingMar '25

    Mar 14, 2025

    12-02: An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A Comments During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed peeling paint of the wall a… | 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 Comments During the time of t… | 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 Specia… | 41-02: The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 Comments During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialis… | 43-02: The facility did not have a fully-completed enrol

  3. FindingMar '26

    Mar 13, 2026

    12-02: An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A Comments During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed stained ceiling tiles in th…

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)

Points to verify

Consider before choosing

Not enough signal recorded yet.

How the reviews split

The 4.6 average comes from 19 Google reviews. An average hides whether opinion is consistent or divided, so the spread is shown too.

  • 5 star17
  • 4 star0
  • 3 star0
  • 2 star0
  • 1 star2

Questions parents ask about St. Paul Catholic Preschool

Is St. Paul Catholic Preschool a licensed child care provider in Florida?

Yes. St. Paul Catholic Preschool holds Florida DCF licence C13HI0151, currently listed as "Licensed" by the Department of Children and Families, first licensed on April 1, 1990. Confirm current standing with DCF before enrolling.

Does St. Paul Catholic Preschool offer free VPK?

Yes. St. Paul Catholic Preschool 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 St. Paul Catholic Preschool a Gold Seal provider?

Yes. St. Paul Catholic Preschool holds Florida's Gold Seal Quality Care designation, which requires accreditation by a DCF-approved accrediting association in good standing.

What are St. Paul Catholic Preschool's hours?

Weekday hours listed on its Google business profile are 8 AM–3 PM. Listings change, so call ahead to confirm.

How many children can St. Paul Catholic Preschool care for?

St. Paul Catholic Preschool is licensed for up to 160 children. Licensed capacity is a legal maximum, not current availability or enrollment.

Has St. Paul Catholic Preschool had any licensing violations?

Florida DCF has recorded 5 inspections at St. Paul Catholic Preschool, 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.