Tampa Heights Head Start/Early Head Start Center
LicensedWhat this score could check
Verified evidence places this provider between 17 and 44. 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.
175 E Frances Ave, Tampa FL, 33602
- Ages
- 6 wks – 5 yrs
- Hours
- 7:00AM to 5:30PM
- Licensed for
- 90 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 Tampa Heights Head Start/Early 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
- Infant Care
The public record
- License number
- C13HI0280
- License status
- Licensed
- License type
- Child Care Facility
- Licensed capacity
- 90 children
- Address
- 175 E Frances Ave, Tampa FL, 33602
- County
- Hillsborough County
- Phone
- +18139152481
- Website
- Not listed
- License issued
- August 23, 2013
- License expires
- July 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.
2 clean inspections · 2 with findings in the last 4
- CleanJul '23
- CleanJun '24
FindingJul '25
Jul 14, 2025
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 Child care … | 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…
FindingJun '26
Jun 23, 2026
09-04: The facilitys written plan of scheduled activities did not include alternate activities in case of inclement weather. CCF Handbook, Section 2.6 Comments During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist… | 12-01: Areas of the facility were found to be in need of cleaning. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A Comments During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed heavy dust and debris on the top of the refri… | 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 inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed peeling paints on the wall in classroom… | 13-01: A potentially harmful item, [santizer spray bottle], was not labeled as required. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B Comments During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed several spray bottles w… | 13-02: The facilitys storage of harmful items including
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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: Head Start participant
Points to verify
Consider before choosing
Not enough signal recorded yet.
How the reviews split
The 5.0 average comes from 2 Google reviews. An average hides whether opinion is consistent or divided, so the spread is shown too.
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Questions parents ask about Tampa Heights Head Start/Early Head Start Center
Is Tampa Heights Head Start/Early Head Start Center a licensed child care provider in Florida?
- Yes. Tampa Heights Head Start/Early Head Start Center holds Florida DCF licence C13HI0280, currently listed as "Licensed" by the Department of Children and Families, first licensed on August 23, 2013. Confirm current standing with DCF before enrolling.
Is Tampa Heights Head Start/Early Head Start Center a Gold Seal provider?
- Yes. Tampa Heights Head Start/Early 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 Tampa Heights Head Start/Early 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 Tampa Heights Head Start/Early Head Start Center care for?
- Tampa Heights Head Start/Early Head Start Center is licensed for up to 90 children. Licensed capacity is a legal maximum, not current availability or enrollment.
Has Tampa Heights Head Start/Early Head Start Center had any licensing violations?
- Florida DCF has recorded 6 inspections at Tampa Heights Head Start/Early Head Start Center, 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.