Childlife Preschool- Carrollwood/Citrus Park
TAMPA, FL·Child Care FacilityLicensed
Contact information
Address13140 Lynn Rd, Tampa FL, 33625
CityTAMPA, FL 33625
CountyHILLSBOROUGH
Phone8139685594
Operating details
HoursMon 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Tue 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Wed 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Thu 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Fri 7:00AM to 6:00PM
Capacity120
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 10/1/2024 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High0
- Medium-High4
- Medium1
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
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Location
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13140 Lynn Rd, Tampa FL, 33625, TAMPA, FL 33625
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- This is a large program - ask how children are grouped, how ratios are kept in each room, and how staff cover breaks
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Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 10/1/2024
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- Medium-High1
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- Low0
2024
- Medium-High riskStandard 1710/1/2024
17. Outdoor Play Area/Fencing CCF Handbook, Section 3.5 (17-01)
The facilitys outdoor play area contained litter, nails, glass or other hazards that posed a low potential for harm to children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A Physical Environment [SR] Comments: During the previous renewal inspection on 8/26/2024 Licensing Specialist observed that the red and yellow playground station that had a sign saying full and self was rusted in multiple places. And the stairs on the large equipment located in the pre-school play ground were covered with brown rubber. The rubber was peeling and had cracks on multiple places exposing a rusty metal underneath. During this inspection Licensing Specialist observed that the red and yellow playground station that had a sign saying full and self was rusted in multiple places was repainted covering the rusted areas. During this inspection Licensing Specialist observed that the stairs on the large equipment located in the pre-school play ground were covered with brown rubber still in the same condition. Director informed licensing Specialist the she had purchased "Flex Tape" and "Rust-oleum" Spray paint to cover the cracks and the rust and she was planning to work on fixing the issue today. Licensing Specialist observed that the flex tape was labeled as All-Purpose waterproof tape. And the Rust-Oleum spry paint was labeled as indoor/outdoor and stops rust. TA was provided, The director taped all the cracks on the stairs and spray painted them with the Rust-Oleum, and informed Licensing Specialist that the children will not use this equipment today, they will be using the bike path instead. Licensing Specialist observed that the rusted areas were covered, this was a temporary fix, thus returning this standard into compliance at the time of this inspection. TA: It is the provider's responsibility to inspect the playground regularly and making sure that the playground equipment is safe to use and free from any hazards. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A Outdoor Play Area A. The outdoor play area must be clean and free from litter, nails, glass and other hazards. 18. Bedding and Linens CCF Handbook, Section 3.6 Not Monitored 19. Nap/Sleep Space Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.2 Not Monitored 20. Crib Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 3.6 Not Monitored 21. Restrooms and Bath Facilities CCF Handbook, Section 3.7 Not Monitored 22. Operable Phone CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.1 Not Monitored 23. Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness CCF Handbook, Section 3.8 Not Monitored FOOD AND NUTRITION 24. Food Preparation Area CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 Not Monitored 25. Meals and Snacks CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 Not Monitored Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-10-01. View official inspection document (report a8e3f24c-751e-43ee-8fb4-28aadbae3270)
Not corrected
Safety & Compliance Analysis
This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.
(Past 6 Months)
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Estimated monthly cost
$1,009/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: 120
- Type: Child Care Facility
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