Rainbow Kids Child Care Center LLC
TAMPA, FL·Child Care FacilityLicensed
Contact information
Address4124 W Waters Ave, Tampa FL, 33614
CityTAMPA, FL 33614
CountyHILLSBOROUGH
Phone8139015368
Operating details
HoursMon 6:00AM to 6:00PM; Tue 6:00AM to 6:00PM; Wed 6:00AM to 6:00PM; Thu 6:00AM to 6:00PM; Fri 6:00AM to 6:00PM
Capacity48
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 6/12/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High3
- Medium-High6
- Medium2
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
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4124 W Waters Ave, Tampa FL, 33614, TAMPA, FL 33614
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- This facility has supervision-related findings on its state record - ask specifically how ratios are maintained during transitions, outdoor play, and nap time
- Ask what changed after their most recent supervision citation and how compliance is monitored now
- Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
- Ask about teacher-to-child ratios and how supervision is maintained through the day
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 6/12/2026
- High3
- Medium-High6
- Medium2
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2026
- Medium-High riskStandard 066/12/2026
06. (06-01)
The facility's driver did not have [ An annual physical examination which grants medical approval to drive]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR] Comments: During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed 2 of the 3 Drivers had expired annual physicals. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook:2.5.1 Driver Requirements The driver of any vehicle used by a child care program to provide transportation must have the following:A. A valid Florida drivers license including the proper endorsement; B. An annual physical examination which grants medical approval to drive, and valid certificate(s) of course completion for first aid training and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) procedures. 07. Vehicle Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 08. Seat Belts/Child Restraints CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 and CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.5 CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 and CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.5 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Due: 7/13/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-06-12. View official inspection document (report 59abbcb0-c2bb-4bd5-8323-4dcd1a2e4fac)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 236/12/2026
23. (23-05)
The facility did not have documentation of a fire extinguisher being properly maintained to include being serviced and retagged timely, and/or with a current certificate. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, B (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored the Fire Drill Log and observed documentation of the last fire drill having been conducted on 5-29-26. The last approved fire inspection for this facility was dated 9-8-25. The fire extinguisher certifications for the facility are valid until 8-2026. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed the fire extinguisher in the transportation vehicle was not properly tagged with the month and year. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook:B. Fire extinguishers with a minimum rating of 2A:10BC must be properly installed, serviced and maintained with current inspection tags at all times. Due: 7/13/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-06-12. View official inspection document (report 59abbcb0-c2bb-4bd5-8323-4dcd1a2e4fac)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 326/12/2026
32. (32-07)
The ground cover or other protective surface under the [slide and swings] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments: During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed the mulch in fall zone around the yellow slide measured 3 1/2 inches in depth. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook:D. Permanent or stationary playground equipment must have a fall/use zone that extends a minimum of 6 feet in all directions from the perimeter of the equipment. All types of ground cover must be maintained to provide resilience and reduce the incidence of injuries to children in the event of falls.1. If the ground cover in place is loose ground cover (such as, but not limited to: mulch, shredded rubber chips, or sand) a minimum of 6 inches in depth is required in the use zone. Asphalt, concrete, hard packed dirt, hay, grass or leaves are unsuitable for use in the use zone area. 2. If the ground cover in place is a unitary playground surface, then the unitary surfacing materials must be installed, maintained, or replaced according to manufacturers instructions. Unitary surfaces must be tested to and comply with ASTM F1292; documentation of test data must be retained at the facility and available for licensing to review. 3. If the play area was approved by the Department prior to January 1, 2020 and does not meet the 6-foot fall/use zone requirement, then the facility must submit a written notification, including photographs and layout of the play area, to the Department prior to or on April 1, 2020, notifying its intention to continue to operate using the prior approved play area. However, if the permanent or stationary playground equipment is moved or replaced then the standard would apply, and 6 feet of use zone must be provided. Any new equipment added would be required to have the 6 feet of use zone in all directions from the perimeter of the equipment. TRAINING Due: 7/13/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-06-12. View official inspection document (report 59abbcb0-c2bb-4bd5-8323-4dcd1a2e4fac)
Not corrected - High riskStandard 042/13/2026
04. Supervision CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 (04-01)
Supervision of children in the [Schoolage] group was inadequate in that [personnel was going back and forth to the kitchen and classroom.]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 General Requirements [SR] Comments: During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed 2 Schoolage children were in the Schoolage room not being properly supervised. The child care personnel who was supposed to be supervising at the time was in the kitchen preparing lunch, which is connected to the schoolage room. The child care personnel was observed going back and forth between the kitchen and the schoolage room. During the time of the inspection, this was resolved by the child care personnel stepping out of the kitchen and staying in the schoolage room to supervise the children. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook:A. Child care personnel must position themselves in the outdoor play area so thatall children can be observed and directly supervised.B. Child care personnel must be assigned to provide direct supervision to aspecific group of children and be with that group of children at all times.Children must never be left without child care personnel supervision inside oroutside the facility, in a vehicle, or at a field trip location.C. Supervision standards apply at all times away from the child care facility,including during field trips, outdoor play, and when picking up or dropping offchildren at designated locations, such as bus stops, school, or a childs home.For school-age children, personnel must know where the children are and whatthey are doing at all times and capable of responding to emergencies includingwhen children are separated from their group.D. At all times, lighting must allow child care personnel to see and supervisechildren while in care.E. A program is responsible for the supervision of a child until an authorizedindividual retrieves the child from the program. A child shall not be released toany person other than the person(s) authorized or in the manner authorized inwriting by the custodial parent or legal guardians. All individuals authorized topick up a child must be identified in writing prior to release by the custodialparent or legal guardian to the program, and the program must verify theindividual picking up the child is authorized by using a picture form ofidentification. Each child transported must be dropped at the designated location as agreed upon by the provider and the custodial parent/legal guardianand released to an authorized individual.F. No person shall be an operator, owner, or employee of a child care facility whileusing or under the influence of narcotics, alcohol, or other drugs that impair apersons ability to provide safe care and supervision.G. In addition to the number of child care personnel required to meet the staff-tochildratio, one additional adult must attend field trips away from the child carefacility to help provide direct supervision. The individual could be a parentvolunteer as long as that person is under direct and constant supervision of ascreened and trained child care personnel.H. Children must receive supervision and care in accordance with their age andrequired needs and be accounted for at all times while bathing or toileting.I. When transporting children in a vehicle or on foot, a telephone or other meansof instant communication must be available to child care personnel. Cellularphones, two-way radio devices, citizen band radios, and other means of instantcommunications are acceptable. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-02-13. View official inspection document (report 584b1de0-868c-4664-ab54-f0186e03070b)
Corrected at inspection - High riskStandard 042/13/2026
04. Supervision CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 (04-09)
Children were left in high chairs or other confining devices outside of feeding times. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4.4, B General Requirements [SR] Comments: During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed a 1 and 2-year old in highchairs watching a show on an iPad in the Infant room 20 minutes before they were supposed to have been eating. During the time of the inspection, this was resolved by the Operator taking the children out of the highchairs until they were ready to eat. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook:B. Infants must be held for bottle feedings until they are developmentally ready tosit in an age appropriate chair with good head control. Children must not be leftin high chairs or other types of feeding chairs other than during feeding times.The use of safety straps is required to prevent children from falling out of thehigh chair. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-02-13. View official inspection document (report 584b1de0-868c-4664-ab54-f0186e03070b)
Corrected at inspection - Medium riskStandard 092/13/2026
09. Planned Activities CCF Handbook, Section 2.6 (09-06)
The facility used electronic media time with children younger than 2 years of age. CCF Handbook, Section 2.6, C General Requirements [SR] Comments: During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed 2 separate classes which had infants and 1-year olds had a TV and iPad with playing educational shows. During the time of the inspection, this was resolved by the Operator turning the screens off and playing music instead of using screentime. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook:C. Do not include the use of electronic media for children under two years of age.Electronic media may only be used for educational purposes or physical activity forchildren 2 years of age and older for no more than 1 to 2 hours per day. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-02-13. View official inspection document (report 584b1de0-868c-4664-ab54-f0186e03070b)
Corrected at inspection - Medium riskStandard 122/13/2026
12. Facility Environment CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 (12-02)
An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A Physical Environment [SR] Comments: During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed an area of the ceiling in the boys bathroom had a water stain around the air vent. the freezer in the 2-year old room was rusted on the metal shelf. In the transportation vehicle, in the very back row, there is a hole in fabric of the seat. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook:A. All child care facilities must be clean, in good repair, free from health and safetyhazards and from evidence of, or presence of, vermin infestation. Indoor play areasmust be inspected daily for basic health and safety and documented on a dailyinspection log. Outdoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety.Any problems must be corrected before the play area is used by children.Documentation of the indoor play area inspection must be maintained for 12 months. Due: 3/13/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-02-13. View official inspection document (report 584b1de0-868c-4664-ab54-f0186e03070b)
Not corrected
2025
- High riskStandard 239/16/2025
23. (23-04)
The facility did not have a fire extinguisher with a minimum rating of 2A10BC within 75 feet of rooms occupied by children or in vehicles used to transport children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, C (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored the Fire Drill Log and observed documentation of the last fire drill having been conducted on 9-2-25. The last approved fire inspection for this facility was dated 9-8-25. The fire extinguisher certifications are valid until 8 -2026. ***During the inspection on 9-16-25, a fire drill (naptime) was conducted in the presence of the Licensing Specialist. There were 6 adults and 17 children present. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed the fire extinguisher in the transportation vehicle did not have a minimum rating of 2A10BC. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook: C. The distance to the nearest extinguisher shall not be more than 75 feet from rooms occupied by children. A fire extinguisher must be present in vehicles used to transport children and areas where food is prepared." FOOD AND NUTRITION Due: 10/16/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-09-16. View official inspection document (report 63622cf3-02be-43f6-8a9e-de026d5e32e5)
Not corrected
2024
- Medium-High riskStandard 419/20/2024
41. (41-02)
The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: During the inspection, 2 of the children's records (who have been enrolled for more than 30 days and were on-site) did not include a current DH form 680, Florida Certification of Immunization in their files, as the immunization records had expired. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance: Immunization Records The child care facility is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed Florida Certification of Immunization form Part A-1, B, or C, DH 680, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(o), F.A.C., or the Religious Exemption from Immunization form, DH 681, which is incorporated by reference in 65C- 22.001(7)(p), F.A.C., from the custodial parent or legal guardian. DH Form 680 and DH Form 681 may be obtained from the local county health department. Specific immunization requirements are included and detailed in the most current edition of the Immunization Guidelines-Florida Schools, Child Care Facilities and Family Day Care Homes as promulgated by the Florida Department of Health. A. Immunizations received out-of-state are acceptable; however, immunizations must be documented on the Florida Certification of Immunization form and must be signed by a physician practicing in the State of Florida. B. If the custodial parents or legal guardians fail to provide the documentation required above within 30 days of enrollment, the facility shall not allow the child to remain in the program. The parent/guardian of a child who has not received the age-appropriate immunizations prior to enrollment and who does not have documented medical or religious exemptions from routine childhood immunizations must provide documentation of a scheduled appointment or arrangement to receive immunizations. Providers must include a general statement in parent handbook/policies to inform parents/guardians, at time of enrollment, that some children in care may not have current immunizations. C. School-aged children attending public or non-public schools are not required to have student health examination and immunization records on file at the child care facility as such records are on file at the school where the child is enrolled. D. If the custodial parents or legal guardians need assistance concerning these requirements, the facility shall refer them to the Department of Health or to the childs physician. E. Medical records in this section are the property of the custodial parent or legal guardian and must be returned to them when the child withdraws from the facility. The medical records are transferable if the child attends another facility. F. It is recommended that child care personnel are current with all immunizations routinely recommended for adults by the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), as referenced in Caring for Our Children Basics Health and Safety Foundations for Early Care and Education, which is incorporated by in 65C-22.001(7)(v), F.A.C. 42. Student Health and Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Noncompliance Due: 10/20/2024 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-09-20. View official inspection document (report e821fd02-a5a1-412f-afb5-58d41afee35b)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 429/20/2024
42. (42-02)
The Student Health Examination or equivalent health statement was not acceptable in that: [ It was not current (over two years old)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: During the inspection, 1 of the children's records (who have been enrolled for more than 30 days and were on-site) did not include a current/valid Student Health Examination/DH Form 3040 or equivalent, as it has expired. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance: Student Health Records The child care facility is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed Student Health Examination form DH 3040, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(q), F.A.C. and may be obtained from the local county health department, the parent or legal guardian, or a signed statement by authorized professionals that indicate the results of the components of the Student Health Examination form are included in the health examination. A. The Student Health Examination shall be completed by a person given statutory authority to perform health examinations. B. The Student Health Examination or the signed statement is valid for two years from the date the physical was performed. An up-to-date version must be on file for as long as the child is enrolled at the facility. C. If the custodial parents or legal guardians fail to provide the documentation required above within 30 days of enrollment, the facility shall not allow the child to remain in the program. D. School-aged children attending public or non-public schools are not required to have student health examination and immunization records on file at the child care facility as such records are on file at the school where the child is enrolled. E. If the custodial parents or legal guardians need assistance concerning these requirements, the facility shall refer them to the Department of Health or to the childs physician. F. Medical records in this section are the property of the custodial parent or legal guardian and must be returned to them when the child withdraws from the facility. The medical records are transferable if the child attends another facility. G. Any child who has or is at an increased risk for a chronic physical, developmental, behavioral or emotional condition and requires additional services must have a current Emergency Care Plan, prepared by the parent/guardian or physician, included in the childs file and readily accessible for those caring for the child. Child care personnel caring for a child with an Emergency Care Plan must be trained to recognize and respond appropriately to a medical emergency. Compliance Comments During the time of the inspection, the Owner/Operator/Director advised the Licensing Specialist that there are currently 46 children enrolled. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 46 of the 46 childrens records. 43. Enrollment Information CCF Handbook, Section 7.3 & s. 402.3054(2), F.S. CCF Handbook, Section 7.3 & s. 402.3054(2), F.S. (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-09-20. View official inspection document (report e821fd02-a5a1-412f-afb5-58d41afee35b)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 459/20/2024
45. (45-02)
Documentation of Level 2 Clearinghouse screening clearance was missing for child care personnel. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1,C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed a staff file having an invalid level 2 background screening. The employee had been working with the facility since 04/01/2024. This was completed during the time of the inspection as the director stated the employee will not return back to work until the screening is completed. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance: 7.4.1 Background Screening Documents C. A copy of the eligible results, for the Level 2 screening, generated from the Clearinghouse must be on record for each personnel. If awaiting Out-of-State criminal history results, a copy of the DCF email informing of the individuals eligibility for a provisional hire status must be in the personnel file. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-09-20. View official inspection document (report e821fd02-a5a1-412f-afb5-58d41afee35b)
Not corrected
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Estimated monthly cost
$1,024/month
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About this daycare
- Location: TAMPA, HILLSBOROUGH County
- Capacity: 48
- Type: Child Care Facility
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