Kinovu School of Lithia
VALRICO, FL·Child Care FacilityLicensed
Contact information
Address3105 Lithia Pinecrest Rd, Valrico FL, 33596
CountyHILLSBOROUGH
Phone8136542124
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
Capacity219
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 4/20/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
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- Medium-High2
- Medium0
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
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Location
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3105 Lithia Pinecrest Rd, Valrico FL, 33596, VALRICO, FL 33596
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- This facility has staffing or training findings on its state record - ask about background checks, required training completion, and staff turnover
- 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
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 4/20/2026
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2026
- High riskStandard 334/20/2026
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 one personnel did not their School Readiness training within the 90 days. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, School Readiness Program Health and Safety Standards Handbook Section 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. SR ONLY Due: 5/17/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-20. View official inspection document (report 737811da-e78b-46f3-bdc1-b9b8d43e418b)
Not corrected
2025
- Medium-High riskStandard 3311/21/2025
33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 CCF Handbook, Section 4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (33-09)
The facility did not have documented proof that all child care personnel were trained and knowledgeable within 30 days of date of hire in [ the use of fire extinguishers]. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.3 and 4.2.5 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Training [SR] Comments: During the time of inspection, the Owner/Operator/Director advised the Licensing Specialist that there 5 employees. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 5 of the 5 employee records. REMINDER: In-service training for 2025/2026 fiscal year must be completed before July 1, 2026. 33-9: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed 1 child care personnel did not have documentation that the fire extinguisher training was completed within 30 days of their hire date. During the inspection, the 1 child care personnel completed the fire extinguisher training. This is being marked compliant. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook 4.2.5 All child care personnel shall be trained in the use and operation of a fire extinguisher, at each facility they are employed, within 30 days of date of hire. The facility must maintain documentation that all child care personnel have completed training. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-11-21. View official inspection document (report 01f01880-6fbf-4f3b-8887-c2680b71f472)
Corrected at inspection - Medium-High riskStandard 4111/21/2025
41. (41-02)
The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ An applicable part of the record was not complete, The form was not current (expired)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: 41-2: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed 1 childs files that had expired immunization and 1 childs file had immunizations, however it was not on the DH680 form. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 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. 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 Owner/Operator advised the Licensing Specialist that there are currently 21 children enrolled. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 21 of the 21 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 Owner/Operator/Director advised the Licensing Specialist that there 5 employees. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 5 of the 5 employee records. Due: 12/22/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-11-21. View official inspection document (report 01f01880-6fbf-4f3b-8887-c2680b71f472)
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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About this daycare
- Location: VALRICO, HILLSBOROUGH County
- Capacity: 219
- Type: Child Care Facility
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