The Little Cottage Child Care

WESLEY CHAPEL, FLFamily Day Care HomeLicensed

4.5based on state inspection data
Capacity10
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
Est. price$1,255/mo

Contact information

CityWESLEY CHAPEL, FL 33543

CountyPASCO

Phone6787720961

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

Capacity10

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 2/13/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High0
  • Medium-High2
  • Medium0
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

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Location

Daycare Location

This daycare is located in WESLEY CHAPEL, FL (33543).

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  1. This facility has health or sanitation findings on its state record - ask about their current cleaning, diapering, and handwashing procedures
  2. This facility has staffing or training findings on its state record - ask about background checks, required training completion, and staff turnover
  3. This is a small program - ask about backup care arrangements when the provider is ill or away
  4. For a home-based program, ask which areas of the home children use and who else is present during care hours

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 2/13/2026

  • High0
  • Medium-High2
  • Medium0
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

2026

  1. Medium-High riskStandard 072/13/2026

    07. Staff Training FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 5 (07-05)

    The home did not have at least one person providing care to children with a valid and current certification in pediatric CPR procedures and/or first aid training. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 5.1.1, C Comments: REMINDER: 10 hours of annual in-service training must be completed by the license expiration, 3/3/2026.****7-5: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the owner did not have documentation that the first aid training was completed. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 5.1.1, C Have certificate(s) of course completion for pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) procedures and first aid training, which must be current and valid at all times. Certificates of course completion are valid based on the time frames established by each first aid and CPR training program, not to exceed three years. CPR courses must include an on-site instructor-based skills assessment that shall be documented by the certified CPR instructor. Documentation of completion of the online course and on-site assessment must be maintained at the home and available for review by the licensing authority. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-02-13. View official inspection document (report 7b3e96be-4bd8-45df-8a77-972cd706392e)

    Not corrected
  2. Medium-High riskStandard 322/13/2026

    32. Health Records FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.2 (32-01)

    Child(ren) did not have a Student Health Examination/DH (Form 3040), or an equivalent health statement on file within 30 days of enrollment. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.2, A Comments: 32-1: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed 1 childs file did not have a physical within 30 days of their enrollment During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.2, A The operator is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed DH 3040, Student Health Examination form, incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(q), F.A.C. and may be obtained from the local county health department, or a signed statement by an authorized professional that indicates the results of the components of the form are included in the health examination from the custodial parent or legal guardian, within 30 days of enrollment. Due: 3/16/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-02-13. View official inspection document (report 7b3e96be-4bd8-45df-8a77-972cd706392e)

    Not corrected

Safety & Compliance Analysis

This daycare has few recorded violations. Always visit in person to verify conditions.

2Total Violations
0Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

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Estimated monthly cost

$1,255/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: WESLEY CHAPEL, PASCO County
  • Capacity: 10
  • Type: Family Day Care Home

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