Tucker, Dorinda
SEMINOLE, FL·Family Day Care HomeLicensed
Contact information
CountyPINELLAS
Phone7273223116
Operating details
HoursMon 7:30AM to 5:30PM; Tue 7:30AM to 5:30PM; Wed 7:30AM to 5:30PM; Thu 7:30AM to 5:30PM; Fri 7:30AM to 5:30PM
Capacity8
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 12/2/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
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- Medium-High6
- Medium0
- Medium-Low3
- Low0
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Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 12/2/2025
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- Medium-High6
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- Medium-Low3
- Low0
2025
- Medium-High riskStandard 1112/2/2025
11. Physical Examination: II. A. (11-01)
Child(ren) did not have a Student Health Examination/DH (Form 3040), or an equivalent health statement on file within 30 days of enrollment. Comments: A Student Health Exam was missing for P.T. Obtain the missing Exam and then submit a copy to the License Board office upon receipt. Due: 12/9/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-12-02. View official inspection document (report 4730608d-9e51-49f2-aef0-b5646c7a716f)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 1212/2/2025
12. Immunization Certificate: II.A. (12-03)
The DH Form 680, Florida Certification of Immunization, was no longer current for the child(ren) enrolled. Comments: The following children's files had expired Immunization forms: P.T.- expired 11-30-25; A.R. - expired 9-23-25; A.M.- expired 9-15-25; and K.C.- expired 8-29-25. Obtain updated Immunization forms for the children listed above. Submit copies to the License Board office upon receipt. Not Monitored Comments There were no medications for the children enrolled. 13. Medication Records: II.A. Not Monitored Due: 12/9/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-12-02. View official inspection document (report 4730608d-9e51-49f2-aef0-b5646c7a716f)
Not corrected - Medium-Low riskStandard 2212/2/2025
22. Communicable Disease Control: III.B. (22-12)
The family child care home does not have documentation for all child care personnel on the required annual refresher education of the homes exposure plan. Comments: The provider did not complete the annual Refresher Training on or before the expiration dated of 10-1-25. Ensure the required training is completed and a copy is submitted to the License Board office. A reminder was left that the substitute's Refresher Training expires 1-14-26. Submit a copy of the substitute's updated Refresher Training to the License Board office once completed. PHYSICAL PLANT: IV.A. Due: 12/9/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-12-02. View official inspection document (report 4730608d-9e51-49f2-aef0-b5646c7a716f)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 3812/2/2025
38. Outdoor Space: IV.C. (38-10)
A health and safety deficiency having a moderate potential for harm to the children in care was observed. Comments: Animal feces was observed in the outdoor play area. Remove the feces and ensure the outdoor play area is always free from potential health hazards. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-12-02. View official inspection document (report 4730608d-9e51-49f2-aef0-b5646c7a716f)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 216/11/2025
21. Fire Drills: III.A. (21-05)
The operator did not maintain and make available the record of fire drills for a minimum of 12 months from the date of the drill. Comments: The provider was unable to locate the Fire Drill Log for the 2025 calendar year. Ensure Fire Drills are conducted monthly and documentation is maintained for a minimum of 12 months. A fire drill was observed on 12-17-24. A drill will be observed during the Renewal inspection. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-06-11. View official inspection document (report 4a5f498b-8b25-4c93-a754-2153692aedd3)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 516/11/2025
51. Clean/General Good Order: IV.I (51-14)
A health and safety deficiency having a low potential for harm to children in care was observed. Comments: An air vent in the hallway near the bedrooms was observed to have lint/dirt build up which were accessible to children. Clean the air vent and ensure it is included in the routine indoor cleaning schedule. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-06-11. View official inspection document (report 4a5f498b-8b25-4c93-a754-2153692aedd3)
Not corrected
2024
- Medium-Low riskStandard 0912/17/2024
09. Identification/Enrollment: II.A. (09-05)
The family child care home did not maintain documentation that the parent(s) or legal guardian(s) of each child were provided information detailing the causes, symptoms, and transmission of the influenza virus annually during the months of August through September in that [four parents did not receive the brochure]. Comments: Submit a Corrective Action Plan to the License Board which ensures all parents will receive the brochure as required. Due: 12/27/2024 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-12-17. View official inspection document (report 5002b73a-4862-4d47-aacc-314586920ab0)
Not corrected - Medium-Low riskStandard 0912/17/2024
09. Identification/Enrollment: II.A. (09-10)
The home did not maintain documentation that the parent(s) or legal guardian(s) of each child were provided information regarding the potential for distracted adults to fail to drop off a child and leave them in the car annually during the months of April and September in that [four parents did not receive the brochure in September 2024]. Comments: Submit a Corrective Action Plan to the License Board which ensures all parents will receive the brochure as required. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-12-17. View official inspection document (report 5002b73a-4862-4d47-aacc-314586920ab0)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 1112/17/2024
11. Physical Examination: II. A. (11-01)
Child(ren) did not have a Student Health Examination/DH (Form 3040), or an equivalent health statement on file within 30 days of enrollment. Comments: Obtain a Student Health Exam for A.M. Submit a copy to the License Board office upon receipt. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-12-17. View official inspection document (report 5002b73a-4862-4d47-aacc-314586920ab0)
Not corrected
Safety & Compliance Analysis
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(Past 6 Months)
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Estimated monthly cost
$1,255/month
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About this daycare
- Location: SEMINOLE, PINELLAS County
- Capacity: 8
- Type: Family Day Care Home
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