Lutheran Services Florida, Inc. Tarpon Springs Center
516 S Huey Ave, Tarpon Springs FL, 34689
- Ages6 wks – 5 yrs
- HoursContact for hours
- Capacity64 children
Overview
About Us
Lutheran Services Florida, Inc. Tarpon Springs Center is a licensed child care center with a mid-sized DCF-licensed capacity of 64 children in Tarpon Springs, Florida. The provider has held an active DCF license in Pinellas County for 12 years.
Programs on record for this provider include Florida's free Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK), federal Head Start, and Gold Seal Quality Care designation. Use the licensing, inspection, and parent-review sections below to review the full record before contacting Lutheran Services Florida, Inc. Tarpon Springs Center.
Florida DCF
Safety & Licensing
Florida DCF License
C06PI0135
Inspection History
3 clean inspections · 4 with findings in the last 7
FindingNov '23
Nov 27, 2023
18-05: Medication which had expired or was no longer being given remained at the childrens center. Comments The center had a prescription medication ( Albuterol) that was expired. The medication was removed … | 58-01: There was evidence or the presence of rodent or vermin infestation observed as evidenced by [dead cockroaches under cabinet in twos room]. Comments Observed several dead cockroaches under the sink in … | 72-08: The container for soiled diapers was accessible to children in the [twos] area. Comments Observed a soiled diaper in the garbage can used by children to dispose of towels after washing hands . The dir…
FindingAug '24
Aug 16, 2024
12-19: The childrens center did not have documented proof that all child care personnel were trained and knowledgeable within 30 day of employment in Fire Extinguisher Training. Comments Observed one staff m… | 14-01: The director responsible for the daily operation of the program did not have an active Director Credential. Comments The program is on a provisional License while a director is hired for the position.… | 16-02: See Childrens Records Summary for [3] records with incomplete information. Comments Please see the Childrens record summary for 3 childrens records with missing information. * Date of enrollment * Pri… | 33-02: The hot water at the hand-washing sink in the [Ones classroom] exceeded 110 degrees Fahrenheit. [119 degrees]. Comments The sink in the infant room was tested at 119 degrees. Please have the tempurtur…
FindingDec '24
Dec 6, 2024
18-05: Medication which had expired or was no longer being given remained at the childrens center. Comments One child had 2 medications stored at the center that had expired. Please submit photo documentatio…
- CleanApr '25
- CleanAug '25
- CleanDec '25
FindingApr '26
Apr 20, 2026
17-01: Staff did not record complete and accurate attendance records to included childs first and last name time in and out and date. [in the 1's room]. Comments One child was present but not signed in. This… | 17-06: Child care personnel failed to verify attendance accuracy at transitions. [during a fire drill]. Comments The staff in the 1s room did not verify attendance after exiting the building during the fire …
Findings are summarized from the official Florida DCF inspection report. Click a finding pill to expand the summary. Fresh violations may show “Summary pending” while business profiles are being updated.
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.
What the record says
Provider highlights
Drawn from Florida DCF licensing flags. 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
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