Creative Learning Academy
TAMPA, FL·Child Care FacilityLicensed
Contact information
Address5557 W Waters Ave, Tampa FL, 33634
CityTAMPA, FL 33634
CountyHILLSBOROUGH
Phone8138823382
Operating details
HoursMon 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Tue 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Wed 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Thu 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Fri 6:30AM to 6:00PM
Capacity180
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 5/27/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
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Location
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5557 W Waters Ave, Tampa FL, 33634, TAMPA, FL 33634
Questions to ask on a tour
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- Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
- This is a large program - ask how children are grouped, how ratios are kept in each room, and how staff cover breaks
- Ask about teacher-to-child ratios and how supervision is maintained through the day
- Ask about their illness policy and which symptoms require a child to stay home
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 5/27/2025
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2025
- High riskStandard 245/27/2025
24. (24-13)
Child care personnel working in the food preparation area did not wear proper head covering. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.1, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR] Comments: Licensing Specialist observed the kitchen staff were not wearing head covering. According to CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.1, B Child care personnel, while working in the food preparation area, must wear proper head covering, such as a hair net or hat. To prevent contact with ready to-eat foods, child care personnel must use clean disposable gloves, utensils, or similar items in the food preparation area. Compliance Comments During the inspection, the Operator advised that the facility provides meals and snacks to the children that are in care. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-05-27. View official inspection document (report f3a00d8f-4560-43ac-a3e8-5121a17d24f9)
Not corrected
Safety & Compliance Analysis
This daycare has few recorded violations. Always visit in person to verify conditions.
(Past 6 Months)
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Estimated monthly cost
$922/month
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Typical prices in Florida run about $904/month for infant care at a center (federal median) — see daycare costs in Florida by age group.
About this daycare
- Location: TAMPA, HILLSBOROUGH County
- Capacity: 180
- Type: Child Care Facility
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