Primary Play Preschool LLC
CLEARWATER, FL·Child Care FacilityLicensed
Contact information
Address1507 Tilley Ave, Clearwater FL, 33756
CountyPINELLAS
Phone7272107676
Operating details
HoursMon 6:30AM to 5:30PM; Tue 6:30AM to 5:30PM; Wed 6:30AM to 5:30PM; Thu 6:30AM to 5:30PM; Fri 6:30AM to 5:30PM
Capacity34
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 5/15/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High3
- Medium-High6
- Medium10
- Medium-Low6
- Low0
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1507 Tilley Ave, Clearwater FL, 33756, CLEARWATER, FL 33756
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Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 5/15/2026
- High3
- Medium-High6
- Medium9
- Medium-Low4
- Low0
2026
- Medium-Low riskStandard 805/15/2026
80. Formula (80-01)
Bottles and/or sippy cups brought from home were not labeled with childs first and last name. Comments: A bottle in the Infant classroom was not labeled with a childs first and last name. When asked by the classroom teacher, she indicated she did not know who the bottle belonged to. Ensure all bottles and sippy cups are labeled with first and last names. APPLICATION, FEE, LICENSE X Due: 5/18/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-05-15. View official inspection document (report e26d9d01-adab-4f51-b985-4862bb735eb4)
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 795/15/2026
79. Food Service (79-17)
A refrigerator was observed without a thermometer or with a thermometer showing a temperature reading greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Comments: The refrigerator in the Infant classroom was observed to be 48 degrees Fahrenheit. Ensure the temperature is lowered and monitored to ensure the temperature does not exceed 41 degrees Fahrenheit. If the problems persists, a new refrigerator may need to be purchased. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-05-15. View official inspection document (report e26d9d01-adab-4f51-b985-4862bb735eb4)
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 505/15/2026
50. Maintained/Safe (Outdoor Equipment) VI.G. (50-02)
The play equipment was not maintained in a safe or sanitary condition for children to use in that [two tricycles were missing both handle covers]. Comments: Repair OR replace the tricycles to prevent injury to children. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-05-15. View official inspection document (report e26d9d01-adab-4f51-b985-4862bb735eb4)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 425/15/2026
42. Napping Space VI. E. (42-04)
The nap/sleep space was under furniture or against furniture that created a hazard. Comments: Children in the 2s-3s and 3s-4s classrooms were observed napping against/between furniture. Ensure cots are placed so children can exit safely from both sides of cots. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-05-15. View official inspection document (report e26d9d01-adab-4f51-b985-4862bb735eb4)
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 235/15/2026
23. Written Plan (Infants) V. A. (23-03)
The childrens center did not have an individualized written plan available for each infant up to 1 year of age; [3] infants were without a plan. Comments: The Director indicated she was unaware Written Plans were required for infants under 12 months, and assumed the daily Written Reports were sufficient. Ensure Written Plans are completed for all infants up to one year of age. Due: 5/22/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-05-15. View official inspection document (report e26d9d01-adab-4f51-b985-4862bb735eb4)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 165/15/2026
16. Childrens Records (16-11)
See Childrens Records Summary for [1] records with the Florida Certificate of Immunization that was not acceptable in that the form was not current (expired) an applicable part of the record was not complete it did not include the signature of the physician or it did not include the date the form was issued by the physician. Comments: An Immunization record for a child expired as of 4-30-26. Obtain an updated Immunization record for the child listed on the Records Summary. Submit a copy to the License Board office upon receipt. A random sample of five records and seven infant and toddler records was inspected; eleven records were in compliance. Due: 5/22/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-05-15. View official inspection document (report e26d9d01-adab-4f51-b985-4862bb735eb4)
Not corrected - High riskStandard 065/15/2026
06. Adult-Child Ratio: II. B. (06-01)
The adult-child ratio was not met. There was/were [one] staff supervising [11] children. Comments: The were six 2s-3s and five 3s-4s being supervised by the Director. The 2s-3s teacher was on a break when Licensing staff arrived. The Director was reminded that when combining age groups, ratios must be that of the youngest child. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-05-15. View official inspection document (report e26d9d01-adab-4f51-b985-4862bb735eb4)
Not corrected - Medium-Low riskStandard 331/29/2026
33. Diapering Area (Infants) VI. C. (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 12.3 Diapering, Pages 28-29) (33-03)
The hand washing sink in the [infant and 1's ] does not have hot and cold running water. [no hot water]. (Section 12.3, number 1) Comments: The hand washing sinks throughout the center did not have any hot water. The temperature in the infant and 1's sinks registered 70 degrees. The owner is aware and is working on getting the hot water heater replaced. Please send pictures of the temperature in the infant/1's handwashing sinks to PCLB. Due: 2/12/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-01-29. View official inspection document (report b6703d6a-60d3-4876-b189-5d63570bba87)
Not corrected - High riskStandard 121/29/2026
12. (12-20)
Program Personnel did not complete preservice training requirements prior to unsupervised contact with or care of children, or if supervised, within 90 days of beginning employment or service with the program. (Section 18.1) Personnel I [SR] Comments: 1 staff member (AM) completed the preservice training after 90 days of employment. Compliance Comments There are 2 staff that hold current credentials. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-01-29. View official inspection document (report b6703d6a-60d3-4876-b189-5d63570bba87)
Corrected at inspection - Medium riskStandard 481/29/2026
48. (48-01)
The sink and/or toilet was not maintained in good operating condition clean and/or sanitized or disinfected. (Section 10.6, numbers 5 and 8) Comments: The sinks in the boys and girls bathrooms were not in good repair in that they were all very rusty. Please submit photos of all the sinks once they are either replaced or repaired to PCLB. 49. Quantity/Appropriate (Outdoor Equipment) VI. G. (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 11, Equipment and Furnishings, Pages 26-27) Compliance 50. Maintained/Safe (Outdoor Equipment) VI.G. (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 11, Equipment and Furnishings, Pages 26-27) Compliance Due: 2/12/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-01-29. View official inspection document (report b6703d6a-60d3-4876-b189-5d63570bba87)
Not corrected
2025
- Medium riskStandard 409/16/2025
40. Adequate Fencing: VI. D. (40-01)
The outdoor play space was not enclosed with fencing or walls a minimum of four feet high as evidenced by [portions of the fence were only 3 feet high]. Comments: The fence on the playground has lattice added to the top in order to make it at least 4 feet high. There were portions of the fence that were missing the lattice making the fence only 3 feet high in places. Licensing Specialist will return to ensure that the entire perimeter of the fence is at least 4 feet high. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-09-16. View official inspection document (report 9a668944-342a-431c-87d8-b24fdb30434b)
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 399/16/2025
39. Resilient Surface: VI. D. (39-02)
The ground cover or other protective surface under the [swings] was not maintained. Comments: There is turf on the playground, however it stops under the swings. Either extend the turf or add mulch around the swings so that there is a 6 foot area of resilient surface around the swings. Due: 9/30/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-09-16. View official inspection document (report 9a668944-342a-431c-87d8-b24fdb30434b)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 389/16/2025
38. Clean/Free of Hazards (Outdoor Play Space): VI. D. (38-02)
The childrens centers outdoor play area contained littler nails glass or other hazards that posed a threat to the health safety or well- being of the children. Comments: There is an enclosure around a piece of equipment outside on the playground. The enclosure was broken which exposed 2 sharp screws. The director repaired it at time of inspection. There were also a large metal shovel and large pieces of metal under the slide. There were all removed at time of inspection. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-09-16. View official inspection document (report 9a668944-342a-431c-87d8-b24fdb30434b)
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 179/16/2025
17. Daily Attendance/Center Closing Log: V.A. (17-01)
Staff did not record complete and accurate attendance records to included childs first and last name time in and out and date. [1 child was not marked out of one class and marked into another class]. Comments: 1 child was not marked out of one class and that same child was not marked into another class. Submit a corrective action statement ensuring that attendance will be accurate at all times. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-09-16. View official inspection document (report 9a668944-342a-431c-87d8-b24fdb30434b)
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 039/16/2025
03. Staff Member in Charge/Teacher in Charge (SMIC/TIC): II. A. (03-01)
A staff member qualified to be in charge was not on the premises during [1:30 until 1:45]. Comments: Licensing Specialist arrived for the center's inspection at 1:30pm and the owner/director who is the only SMIC was not present. A call was placed and she returned approximately 15 minutes later. Submit a corrective action statement ensuring that you will be on the premises at all times until another staff member who is a SMIC is hired. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-09-16. View official inspection document (report 9a668944-342a-431c-87d8-b24fdb30434b)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 294/17/2025
29. Fire Drills. VI. B. (29-01)
The written record of fire drills was incomplete and did not include the following [March]. Comments: The children's center did not conduct a fire drill in the month of March. Director/owner will ensure that fire drills are conducted monthly going forward. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-04-17. View official inspection document (report e5d242a8-4573-4101-9d32-070626f36171)
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 174/17/2025
17. Daily Attendance/Center Closing Log: V.A. (17-06)
Child care personnel failed to verify attendance accuracy at transitions. [transitions were not documented this week]. Comments: Transitions were not documented correctly in the 1 year old class. The teacher was not aware of the correct way to document transitions. Licensing Specialist gave her technical assistance so that she now understands how to properly document transitions. The director/owner is aware and will ensure that transitions are documented correctly going forward. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-04-17. View official inspection document (report e5d242a8-4573-4101-9d32-070626f36171)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 671/8/2025
67. (67-09)
The childrens center did not have at least one child care personnel who had current pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certification in each classroom/room/ designated space, or outdoor are occupied by children. Comments: The children's center has 4 staff employed and only 2 staff have CPR training. Submit a current CPR card showing at least 1 more staff with the training. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-01-08. View official inspection document (report 3c1f18d6-dd48-4a25-b274-7fcdcf21bcd8)
Not corrected - High riskStandard 861/8/2025
86. Group Size (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 4 Group Size, Pages 14-15) (86-02)
At least one of the two teachers required to maintain staff to child ratio for a group size of [8 one-year-olds] for (age group) did not possess an active credential as recognized by DCF. (Section 4, numbers 1 6 and 10) School Readiness [SR] Comments: The director/owner placed one of the credentialed staff members in the 1 year old classroom to bring the SR requirement into compliance. Owner/Director/Staff Responsible Comments Provider has no comment. ____________________________________________ Inspected by: Elise Bishop Date: 01/08/2025 ____________________________________________ Received by: Annie Howard Date: 01/08/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-01-08. View official inspection document (report 3c1f18d6-dd48-4a25-b274-7fcdcf21bcd8)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 671/8/2025
67. (67-08)
The childrens center did not have at least one child care personnel who had current first aid training in each classroom/room/designated space, or outdoor area occupied by children. Comments: The children's center has 4 staff employed and only 2 staff have first aid training. Submit a current first aid card showing at least 1 more staff with the training. Due: 1/22/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-01-08. View official inspection document (report 3c1f18d6-dd48-4a25-b274-7fcdcf21bcd8)
Not corrected - Medium-Low riskStandard 111/8/2025
11. (11-16)
Employment history check did not include all required information including applicants job title, description of regular duties confirmation of employment dates and level of job performance. (Section 19.5, number 2) Comments: 1 staff file did not have a complete 5 year employment history check. Submit a complete 5 year employment history check to PCLB. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-01-08. View official inspection document (report 3c1f18d6-dd48-4a25-b274-7fcdcf21bcd8)
Not corrected - Medium-Low riskStandard 111/8/2025
11. (11-06)
See the Personnel Records Summary [1] Child Care personnel with an expired Acknowledgement Form. (Section 19.4, number 3) Comments: 1 acknowledgement form was found to be expired, a new one was signed at time of inspection. Due: 1/22/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-01-08. View official inspection document (report 3c1f18d6-dd48-4a25-b274-7fcdcf21bcd8)
Not corrected
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Estimated monthly cost
$1,024/month
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About this daycare
- Location: CLEARWATER, PINELLAS County
- Capacity: 34
- Type: Child Care Facility
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