Plant City Early Learning Academy

PLANT CITY, FLChild Care FacilityLicensed

2.2based on state inspection data
Capacity310
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
Est. price$922/mo

Contact information

Address503 N Palmer St, Plant City FL, 33563

CityPLANT CITY, FL 33563

CountyHILLSBOROUGH

Phone8134455254

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

Capacity310

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 2/27/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High6
  • Medium-High12
  • Medium0
  • Medium-Low1
  • Low0

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503 N Palmer St, Plant City FL, 33563, PLANT CITY, FL 33563

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  1. This facility has supervision-related findings on its state record - ask specifically how ratios are maintained during transitions, outdoor play, and nap time
  2. Ask what changed after their most recent supervision citation and how compliance is monitored now
  3. This facility has safety-related findings on its state record - ask how the cited hazards were corrected and when emergency drills were last run
  4. This facility has staffing or training findings on its state record - ask about background checks, required training completion, and staff turnover

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 2/27/2026

  • High6
  • Medium-High10
  • Medium0
  • Medium-Low1
  • Low0

2026

  1. High riskStandard 042/27/2026

    04. Supervision CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 (04-01)

    Supervision of children in the [2-year old] group was inadequate in that [a 2-year old was left alone on the outdoor play area.]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 General Requirements [SR] Comments: During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed via video footage, a 2-year old was left on the playground alone for at least 6 minutes. 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 that all children can be observed and directly supervised. B. Child care personnel must be assigned to provide direct supervision to a specific group of children and be with that group of children at all times. Children must never be left without child care personnel supervision inside or outside 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 off children at designated locations, such as bus stops, school, or a childs home. For school-age children, personnel must know where the children are and what they are doing at all times and capable of responding to emergencies including when children are separated from their group. D. At all times, lighting must allow child care personnel to see and supervise children while in care. E. A program is responsible for the supervision of a child until an authorized individual retrieves the child from the program. A child shall not be released to any person other than the person(s) authorized or in the manner authorized in writing by the custodial parent or legal guardians. All individuals authorized to pick up a child must be identified in writing prior to release by the custodial parent or legal guardian to the program, and the program must verify the individual picking up the child is authorized by using a picture form of identification. Each child transported must be dropped at the designated location as agreed upon by the provider and the custodial parent/legal guardian and released to an authorized individual. F. No person shall be an operator, owner, or employee of a child care facility while using or under the influence of narcotics, alcohol, or other drugs that impair a persons ability to provide safe care and supervision. G. In addition to the number of child care personnel required to meet the staff-tochild ratio, one additional adult must attend field trips away from the child care facility to help provide direct supervision. The individual could be a parent volunteer as long as that person is under direct and constant supervision of a screened and trained child care personnel. H. Children must receive supervision and care in accordance with their age and required 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 means of instant communication must be available to child care personnel. Cellular phones, two-way radio devices, citizen band radios, and other means of instant communications are acceptable. 05. Transportation CCF Handbook, Section 2.5 Not Monitored 06. Driver's License, Physician Certification & First Aid/CPR Training CCF Handbook, Section 2.5 and CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 Not Monitored 07. Vehicle Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 Not Monitored 08. Seat Belts/Child Restraints CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 and CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.5 Not Monitored 09. Planned Activities CCF Handbook, Section 2.6 Not Monitored 10. Field Trip Permission CCF Handbook, Section 2.7 Not Monitored 11. Child Discipline CCF Handbook, Section 2.8 Not Monitored PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT 12. Facility Environment CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 Not Monitored 13. Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons CCF Handbook, Section 3.2 Not Monitored 14. Lighting, Temperature, and Ventilation CCF Handbook, Section 3.3 Not Monitored 15. Licensed Capacity CCF Handbook , Section 3.4 Not Monitored 16. Indoor Floor Space CCF Handbook, Section 3.4 Not Monitored Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-02-27. View official inspection document (report 875ffac0-0d31-4ac6-8728-04c4e8f0dc40)

    Corrected at inspection
  2. Medium-High riskStandard 472/20/2026

    47. Access/Child Safety CCF Handbook, Section 8 (47-01)

    Child care personnel inappropriately interacted with children in care in a manner that was aggressive, demeaning or intimidating in nature. CCF Handbook, Section 8.2, C Enforcement [SR] Comments: During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed video footage supplied by the facility which shows a Substitute acting in aggressive manner towards 5 1-year olds in the 1-year old classroom. During the time of the inspection, this was resolved by the facility terminating the Substitute effective immediately. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook:C. Child care personnel must appropriately interact with children to foster a healthy, safe environment that will encourage the childs physical, intellectual, motor, and social development. Interactions with children that are aggressive, demeaning or intimidating in nature are strictly prohibited. Owner/Director/Staff Responsible Comments During the time of the inspection the Operator did not have any questions, comments, or concerns. Counselor Comments Information Updates: Please visit our website at, View official inspection document for information regarding - Child care news/announcements - Florida Statutes, Florida Administrative Codes, Licensing Handbooks, and Classification Summaries - Brochures, fact sheets, publications, reports, forms, and applications Important Contacts: Child Care Training Information Center [CCTIC]: 1-888-FL-CCTIC | 1-888-352-2842 Background Screening Helpdesk: 1-850-300-4247 Florida Abuse Hotline: 1-800-96-ABUSE | 1-800-962-2873 Background Screening Documents Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse: The Background Screening Clearinghouse will generate e-mails and send you, the provider, a reminder at 60, 30, and 21 days prior to the retention date expiration. Please note, you will only receive that notification for the staff that are on your facility/home roster. Please keep your roster current in the Clearinghouse to avoid confusion on expiration dates, or unwanted notifications. ***Please ensure that your email in the Clearinghouse is current, as notifications are sent via email. ***** ____________________________________________ Inspected by: Xenia Lopez Date: 02/20/2026 ____________________________________________ Received by: Sent For Signature Date: 02/20/2026 Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-02-20. View official inspection document (report e3bb43ce-fb44-4acd-89e7-9477d364472f)

    Corrected at inspection
  3. High riskStandard 242/20/2026

    24. Food Preparation Area CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 (24-02)

    Preparation of food occurred in an area that is not a designated food preparation area. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.1 Food and Nutrition [SR] Comments: During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed video footage supplied by the facility which shows child care personnel preparing lunch for the children in the classroom using the designated handwashing sink for the diaper changing area. During the time of the inspection, this was resolved by all meals and snacks being prepared in the kitchen and being brought to the children ready to serve. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook:A food preparation area is a designated room, such as a kitchen, or a designated space in a facility not normally used or accessible to the children in daily operations for indoor play, classroom, work or nap spaces, and not included when calculating usable indoor floor space. 25. Meals and Snacks CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 Not Monitored 26. Meal and Snack Menus CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3 & Section 7 Not Monitored 27. Catered Food and Food Provided by Outside Sources CCF Handbook, Section 7 & Section 3.9.3 Not Monitored 28. Bottles, Breastmilk, Formula and Infant Food CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 Not Monitored SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT 29. Health and Sanitation CCF Handbook, Section 3.6, 3.9, and 3.10 Not Monitored 30. Diapering CCF Handbook, Section 3.10 Not Monitored 31. Indoor Equipment CCF Handbook, Section 3.11 Not Monitored Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-02-20. View official inspection document (report e3bb43ce-fb44-4acd-89e7-9477d364472f)

    Corrected at inspection
  4. High riskStandard 042/20/2026

    04. Supervision CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 (04-01)

    Supervision of children in the [1-year old] group was inadequate in that [teacher had back to children.]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 General Requirements [SR] Comments: During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed a ratios of 2:12 1-year olds were present the day of the incident. 1 personnel had their back to the children the whole duration of the time it took for them to prepare lunch for the class. During this time one personnel, a Substitute, was left to supervise the children which resulted in a number of inappropriate interactions between the substitute and the children in care. During the time of the inspection, this was resolved by the Facility terminating the Substitute effective immediately. 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 that all children can be observed and directly supervised. B. Child care personnel must be assigned to provide direct supervision to a specific group of children and be with that group of children at all times. Children must never be left without child care personnel supervision inside or outside 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 off children at designated locations, such as bus stops, school, or a childs home. For school-age children, personnel must know where the children are and what they are doing at all times and capable of responding to emergencies including when children are separated from their group. D. At all times, lighting must allow child care personnel to see and supervise children while in care. E. A program is responsible for the supervision of a child until an authorized individual retrieves the child from the program. A child shall not be released to any person other than the person(s) authorized or in the manner authorized in writing by the custodial parent or legal guardians. All individuals authorized to pick up a child must be identified in writing prior to release by the custodial parent or legal guardian to the program, and the program must verify the individual picking up the child is authorized by using a picture form of identification. Each child transported must be dropped at the designated location as agreed upon by the provider and the custodial parent/legal guardian and released to an authorized individual. F. No person shall be an operator, owner, or employee of a child care facility while using or under the influence of narcotics, alcohol, or other drugs that impair a persons ability to provide safe care and supervision. G. In addition to the number of child care personnel required to meet the staff-tochild ratio, one additional adult must attend field trips away from the child care facility to help provide direct supervision. The individual could be a parent volunteer as long as that person is under direct and constant supervision of a screened and trained child care personnel. H. Children must receive supervision and care in accordance with their age and required 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 means of instant communication must be available to child care personnel. Cellular phones, two-way radio devices, citizen band radios, and other means of instant communications are acceptable 05. Transportation CCF Handbook, Section 2.5 Not Monitored 06. Driver's License, Physician Certification & First Aid/CPR Training CCF Handbook, Section 2.5 and CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 Not Monitored 07. Vehicle Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 Not Monitored 08. Seat Belts/Child Restraints CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 and CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.5 Not Monitored 09. Planned Activities CCF Handbook, Section 2.6 Not Monitored 10. Field Trip Permission CCF Handbook, Section 2.7 Not Monitored 11. Child Discipline CCF Handbook, Section 2.8 Not Monitored PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT 12. Facility Environment CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 Not Monitored 13. Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons CCF Handbook, Section 3.2 Not Monitored 14. Lighting, Temperature, and Ventilation CCF Handbook, Section 3.3 Not Monitored 15. Licensed Capacity CCF Handbook , Section 3.4 Not Monitored Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-02-20. View official inspection document (report e3bb43ce-fb44-4acd-89e7-9477d364472f)

    Corrected at inspection
  5. High riskStandard 032/20/2026

    03. Ratio Sufficient CCF Handbook, Section 2.3 (03-01)

    A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [4] children is required. A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [5] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. General Requirements [SR] Comments: Ratio(s) (First Observation) 1:5 Infants and 1-year olds 2:12 1-year olds 1:9 2-year olds 2:19 3, 4, and 5-year olds Ratio(s) (Second Observation) 2:5 Infants and 1-year olds 2:12 1-year olds 1:9 2-year olds 2:19 3, 4, and 5-year olds During the time of the inspection, Licensing provided technical assistance: per the s.402.305(4), F.S. (4) STAFF-TOCHILDREN RATIO. (a) Minimum standards for the care of children in a licensed child care facility as established by rule of the department must include: 1. For children from birth through 1 year of age, there must be one child care personnel for every four children. 2. For children 1 year of age or older, but under 2 years of age, there must be one child care personnel for every six children. 3. For children 2 years of age or older, but under 3 years of age, there must be one child care personnel for every 11 children. 4. For children 3 years of age or older, but under 4 years of age, there must be one child care personnel for every 15 children. 5. For children 4 years of age or older, but under 5 years of age, there must be one child care personnel for every 20 children. 6. For children 5 years of age or older, there must be one child care personnel for every 25 children. 7. When children 2 years of age and older are in care, the staff-to-children ratio shall be based on the age group with the largest number of children within the group. (b) This subsection does not apply to nonpublic schools and their integral programs as defined in s. 402.3025(2)(d)1. In addition, an individual participating in a community service program activity under s. 445.024(1)(e), or a work experience activity under s. 445.024(1)(f), at a child care facility may not be considered in calculating the staff-to- children ratio Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-02-20. View official inspection document (report e3bb43ce-fb44-4acd-89e7-9477d364472f)

    Corrected at inspection

2025

  1. High riskStandard 0410/3/2025

    04. Supervision CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 (04-01)

    Supervision of children in the [VPK] group was inadequate in that [an innapropriate interaction occured between two children.]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 General Requirements [SR] Comments: An inappropriate interaction occurred between two children who were hiding behind wall "blind spot" in the classroom. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook:General Supervision Requirements A. Child care personnel must position themselves in the outdoor play area so that all children can be observed and directly supervised. B. Child care personnel must be assigned to provide direct supervision to a specific group of children and be with that group of children at all times. Children must never be left without child care personnel supervision inside or outside 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 off children at designated locations, such as bus stops, school, or a childs home. For school-age children, personnel must know where the children are and what they are doing at all times and capable of responding to emergencies including when children are separated from their group. D. At all times, lighting must allow child care personnel to see and supervise children while in care. E. A program is responsible for the supervision of a child until an authorized individual retrieves the child from the program. A child shall not be released to any person other than the person(s) authorized or in the manner authorized in writing by the custodial parent or legal guardians. All individuals authorized to pick up a child must be identified in writing prior to release by the custodial parent or legal guardian to the program, and the program must verify the individual picking up the child is authorized by using a picture form of identification. Each child transported must be dropped at the designated location as agreed upon by the provider and the custodial parent/legal guardian and released to an authorized individual. F. No person shall be an operator, owner, or employee of a child care facility while using or under the influence of narcotics, alcohol, or other drugs that impair a persons ability to provide safe care and supervision. G. In addition to the number of child care personnel required to meet the staff-tochild ratio, one additional adult must attend field trips away from the child care facility to help provide direct supervision. The individual could be a parent volunteer as long as that person is under direct and constant supervision of a screened and trained child care personnel. H. Children must receive supervision and care in accordance with their age and required 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 means of instant communication must be available to child care personnel. Cellular phones, two-way radio devices, citizen band radios, and other means of instant communications are acceptable." 05. Transportation CCF Handbook, Section 2.5 Not Monitored 06. Driver's License, Physician Certification & First Aid/CPR Training CCF Handbook, Section 2.5 and CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 Not Monitored 07. Vehicle Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 Not Monitored 08. Seat Belts/Child Restraints CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 and CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.5 Not Monitored 09. Planned Activities CCF Handbook, Section 2.6 Not Monitored 10. Field Trip Permission CCF Handbook, Section 2.7 Not Monitored 11. Child Discipline CCF Handbook, Section 2.8 Not Monitored PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT 12. Facility Environment CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 Not Monitored 13. Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons CCF Handbook, Section 3.2 Not Monitored 14. Lighting, Temperature, and Ventilation CCF Handbook, Section 3.3 Not Monitored 15. Licensed Capacity CCF Handbook , Section 3.4 Not Monitored 16. Indoor Floor Space CCF Handbook, Section 3.4 Not Monitored 17. Outdoor Play Area/Fencing CCF Handbook, Section 3.5 Not Monitored Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-10-03. View official inspection document (report 5d86aaa8-dbd2-406a-883d-a6b0621562a1)

    Corrected at inspection
  2. High riskStandard 339/5/2025

    33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 CCF Handbook, Section 4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (33-13)

    Child care 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 provider. (Section 3.1 and 3.2 Training Requirements, Page 7) [SR] Comments: During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed 4 child care personnel did not complete preservice training requirements within 90 days of beginning employment. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the SR Handbook: 3.1 Preservice Child care personnel must successfully complete the preservice training coursework described in this section, as applicable. All child care personnel must complete these preservice training requirements within 90 days of initial employment with any School Readiness provider. This timeframe does not start over if personnel change employment to another School Readiness provider within this initial 90 days. Personnel who have not completed all preservice training requirements are not allowed any unsupervised contact with or care of children in a School Readiness program. 3.2 Training Courses A. Notwithstanding the exemption from completing child care training based on educational credentials or passing of competency examinations per s. 402.305(2), F.S.," Due: 12/5/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-09-05. View official inspection document (report 752ca62f-2be7-4583-af72-f663b6ffe229)

    Not corrected
  3. Medium-High riskStandard 409/5/2025

    40. Medication CCF Handbook, Section 6.5 CCF Handbook, Section 6.5 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (40-20)

    Parental permission was not obtained prior to administering: [ diaper cream]. CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, J and K (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR] Comments: During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed no parental permission was on file for the following diaper creams to be dispensed: 5 tubes of Desitin, 1 tube of Honest diaper cream, 1 tube of A+D ointment, 1 tube of Aquaphor, 1 tube of Boudreaux's Butt Paste in the Ride Room. 2 tube of Boudreaux's Butt Paste, 2 tubes of Desitin, 1 tube of A+D Ointment, 1 tube of Balmex, 1 tube of Mustela Diaper cream, 1 tube of Triple Paste in the Tesla Room. 3 tubes of Boudreaux's Butt Paste, 2 Aquaphor sticks, and 2 tubes of Aquaphor in the Cousteau Room. 1 tube of Triple Paste, 1 tube of Boudreaux's Butt Paste, 1 tube of Aquaphor, 1 tube of Desitin, and 1 bottle of Boogie Diaper rash spray in the Galalei Room. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook: K. Use of diaper creams and insect repellant may only be utilized with written permission from parents/guardians. Manufacturer instructions must be followed." RECORD KEEPING 41. Immunization Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 42. Student Health and Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Compliance Comments During the time of the inspection, the Operator advised the Licensing Specialist that there are currently 78 children enrolled. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 78 of the 78 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 Compliance Comments During the time of inspection, the Operator advised the Licensing Specialist that there 18 employees. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 18 of the 18 employee records. Due: 10/6/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-09-05. View official inspection document (report 752ca62f-2be7-4583-af72-f663b6ffe229)

    Not corrected
  4. Medium-High riskStandard 409/5/2025

    40. Medication CCF Handbook, Section 6.5 CCF Handbook, Section 6.5 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (40-17)

    Medication which had expired or is no longer being administered was not discarded or returned to the custodial parent or legal guardian. CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, H (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR] Comments: During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed 1 tube of Expired A+D Ointment, 1 tube of Mustela, 2 tubes of Boudreaux's Butt Paste, and 1 tub of Aquaphor all having been expired. During the time of the inspection, this was resolved by the Operator discarding all expired medications. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook:H. Medication that has expired or that is no longer being dispensed must be returned to the custodial parent or legal guardian or discarded." Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-09-05. View official inspection document (report 752ca62f-2be7-4583-af72-f663b6ffe229)

    Corrected at inspection
  5. Medium-High riskStandard 409/5/2025

    40. Medication CCF Handbook, Section 6.5 CCF Handbook, Section 6.5 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (40-01)

    A prescription or non-prescription medication, specifically [Nystatin, baby powder, and petroleum jelly], was dispensed without written authorization from the custodial parent or legal guardian. CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, A and K (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR] Comments: During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed 2 tubes of Nystatin, baby powder, and 2 tubs of petroleum jelly did not have written authorization from the custodial parent or legal guardian. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook:A. The child care program must have written authorization from the custodial parent or legal guardian to give prescription and non-prescription medications. This authorization must be dated and signed by the custodial parent or legal guardian and contain the childs name; the name of the medication to be given; and date, time and amount of the correct dosage to be given. Prescription and non-prescription medications that are used on an as needed basis require the parent/ legal guardian to provide additional documentation on the authorization form to describe symptoms that would require the medication to be given. The child care provider must never administer a medication that is prescribed for one child to another child." Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-09-05. View official inspection document (report 752ca62f-2be7-4583-af72-f663b6ffe229)

    Corrected at inspection
  6. Medium-High riskStandard 219/5/2025

    21. (21-11)

    The sink and/or toilet was not maintained in good operating condition, clean and/or sanitized or disinfected. CCF Handbook, Section 3.7, I (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed the toilet in the Ride Room had brown water in the bowl, the inside of the bowl had brown and black residue coating it, the toilet was non-operational. The toilet in the Tesla Room had a ring of brown residue circling the inside of the bowl. An unknown yellow/discolored substance was surrounding the toilet on the floor. The toilet in the Nightingale Room did not flush, it filled with water. The toilet did not overflow. The girls bathroom upstairs had toilet paper strewn across the floor. In the boys bathroom toilet paper was strewn across the floor and in front of the last toilet there was urine on the floor with toilet paper on top of it. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook: I. Each toilet and sink must be maintained in good operating condition, cleaned and sanitized or disinfected as needed, but at least once per day. Sinks utilized for teeth brushing activities/procedures by the children must be sanitized prior to the activity occurring." Due: 10/6/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-09-05. View official inspection document (report 752ca62f-2be7-4583-af72-f663b6ffe229)

    Not corrected
  7. Medium-High riskStandard 219/5/2025

    21. (21-05)

    Cleaning and sanitizing potty chairs did not take place after each use. CCF Handbook, Section 3.7, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed a potty chair in the upstairs boys bathroom was full of urine and had not been cleaned or sanitized after it's last use. During the time of the inspection, this was resolved by the Operator cleaning and sanitizing the potty seat. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook: D. Potty chairs, if used, shall be in addition to the toilet requirements, and must be cleaned and sanitized or disinfected after each use." Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-09-05. View official inspection document (report 752ca62f-2be7-4583-af72-f663b6ffe229)

    Corrected at inspection
  8. Medium-High riskStandard 179/5/2025

    17. (17-06)

    The facilitys fencing walls or gate area had gaps that could allow children to exit the outdoor play area. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, F (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed the fencing on the outdoor play area on the parking lot side does not extend to the ground level. There are 6 inch gaps along the entire bottom width of the fence. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook:F. The outdoor play area must have adequate fencing or walls a minimum of 4 feet in height. Fencing, including gates, must be continuous and must not have gaps or opening larger than 3 inches that would allow children to exit the outdoor play area. The base of the fence must remain at ground level and be free from erosion or buildup to prevent inside and outside access by children or animals. These areas must have at least two exits, with at least one being remote from the buildings. If an outdoor play area was approved for usage by the Department prior to October 25, 2017, no new exits are required to be added to meet this standard. However, if outdoor play area fencing is changed then the standard would apply, and two exits must be provided." Due: 12/5/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-09-05. View official inspection document (report 752ca62f-2be7-4583-af72-f663b6ffe229)

    Not corrected
  9. Medium-High riskStandard 129/5/2025

    12. (12-02)

    An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed a ceiling tile in the Ride room was stained. This was corrected at the time of inspection by the Operator changing the tile. A drawer is missing from its track on the sink/cabinet unit in the classroom. in the Einstein Room. 2 drawers are missing from their tracks on the sink/cabinet unit, the corner beading is becoming exposed. This is causing peeling paint and exposed drywall in the Galilei Room. Areas in the fellowship hall where dividers have been removed left peeling paint and exposed drywall. Exposed screws were observed coming out of the bottom corner of the stage. 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 safety hazards and from evidence of, or presence of, vermin infestation. Indoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety and documented on a daily inspection 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." 13. Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons CCF Handbook, Section 3.2 CCF Handbook, Section 3.2 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 14. Lighting, Temperature, and Ventilation CCF Handbook, Section 3.3 CCF Handbook, Section 3.3 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 15. Licensed Capacity CCF Handbook , Section 3.4 CCF Handbook , Section 3.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Due: 10/6/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-09-05. View official inspection document (report 752ca62f-2be7-4583-af72-f663b6ffe229)

    Not corrected
  10. Medium-High riskStandard 129/5/2025

    12. (12-01)

    Areas of the facility were found to be in need of cleaning. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed dirt and crumbs from food under the diaper changing mats in the Ride, Tesla, and Cousteau Rooms. The transportation vehicle has sawdust remnants scattered across the back 2 rows. The floor surrounding the trashcan in the Galilei Room has dirt and food built up around it. 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 safety hazards and from evidence of, or presence of, vermin infestation. Indoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety and documented on a daily inspection 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: 10/6/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-09-05. View official inspection document (report 752ca62f-2be7-4583-af72-f663b6ffe229)

    Not corrected
  11. Medium-High riskStandard 099/5/2025

    09. Planned Activities CCF Handbook, Section 2.6 CCF Handbook, Section 2.6 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (09-04)

    The facilitys written plan of scheduled activities did not include alternate activities in case of inclement weather. CCF Handbook, Section 2.6 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR] Comments: During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed no inclement weather schedules were posted in any of the classrooms. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook:Each group or class must have a written and followed plan of scheduled activities posted in an easily seen location accessible to parents/guardians. The written plan must meet the needs of the children being served and must include alternate activities in case of bad weather. The written plan shall include a variety of activities that range from structured to unstructured activities that encourage a childs developmental growth." 10. Field Trip Permission CCF Handbook, Section 2.7 CCF Handbook, Section 2.7 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Due: 10/6/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-09-05. View official inspection document (report 752ca62f-2be7-4583-af72-f663b6ffe229)

    Not corrected
  12. Medium-Low riskStandard 467/25/2025

    46. Daily Attendance CCF Handbook, Section 7.5 (46-02)

    Attendance records did not include the time of each childs arrival and departure. CCF Handbook, Section 7.5 Record Keeping [SR] Comments: During the time of the inspection, the Operator failed to supply the Licensing Specialist with complete attendance records for the day of the incident. the first set of records provided showed both children being absent, the second attendance record was incomplete in that there were no sign out times documented. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook: Daily attendance of children must be taken and recorded accurately by the child care personnel, documenting the time when each child enters and departs the program." ENFORCEMENT Due: 9/19/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-07-25. View official inspection document (report 8ec106d4-b8b4-4cf9-ba72-5d09c26d79e7)

    Not corrected

Safety & Compliance Analysis

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19Total Violations
0Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

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About this daycare

  • Location: PLANT CITY, HILLSBOROUGH County
  • Capacity: 310
  • Type: Child Care Facility

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