Saray Sotolongo Family Home Daycare
TAMPA, FL·Family Day Care HomeLicensed
Contact information
Address7904 W Hiawatha St, Tampa FL, 33615
CityTAMPA, FL 33615
CountyHILLSBOROUGH
Operating details
HoursMon 8:00AM to 6:00PM; Tue 8:00AM to 6:00PM; Wed 8:00AM to 6:00PM; Thu 8:00AM to 6:00PM; Fri 8:00AM to 6:00PM
Capacity10
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 7/9/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
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- Medium-High4
- Medium0
- Medium-Low2
- Low0
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Location
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7904 W Hiawatha St, Tampa FL, 33615, TAMPA, FL 33615
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- Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
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- Ask about teacher-to-child ratios and how supervision is maintained through the day
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 7/9/2025
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- Medium-High2
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- Medium-Low1
- Low0
2025
- Medium-High riskStandard 157/9/2025
15. Swimming Pools FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.7 (15-02)
The swimming pool fence or barrier was unlocked or had gaps or openings that could pose a threat to the health, safety or well- being of a child. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.7, A Comments: During the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the fence/barrier to the in-ground swimming pool was partially removed. The barrier did not go around entire pool while children were in care. Provider advised that her husband must have taken it down. Licensing Specialist also observed that the door leading to the pool was unlocked. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, section 7.7 Swimming Pools A. All in-ground swimming pools and above-ground swimming pools more than one-foot deep shall have either a fence or barrier on all four sides, at a minimum of four feet in height, separating the home from the swimming pool, or a pool alarm that is operable at all times when children are in care. The fence or barrier shall not have any gaps or openings that would allow a young child to crawl under, squeeze through, or climb up the barrier. D. In addition to the fence, barrier or pool alarm, child care personnel shall ensure that all exterior doors leading to the pool, spa, or hot tub area remain locked at all times while children are in care. E. Barriers may be temporary in nature but must be sturdy and meet all the above requirements and be in place during all times when children are in care. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-07-09. View official inspection document (report 7d446124-7f3b-464f-b692-1812787fac91)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 197/9/2025
19. (19-03)
The family day care home did not have an operable fire extinguisher and/or fire extinguisher with a current certificate. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.11, B Comments: During the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the fire extinguisher certification expired 06/2025. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, section 7.11 Fire Safety B. The home shall have an operable smoke detector(s) and fire extinguisher with a current certificate. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-07-09. View official inspection document (report 7d446124-7f3b-464f-b692-1812787fac91)
Not corrected - Medium-Low riskStandard 337/9/2025
33. Enrollment Information/Daily Attendance FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.3 & 8.4 (33-01)
No enrollment information was on file for the child(ren) and/ or available for licensing to review. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.3, B Comments: During the time of inspection, the Provider advised the Licensing Specialist that there are currently 7 children enrolled. The Licensing Specialist monitored 6 of the 7 childrens records. Provider advised that parent had not returned registration form for one child, and she does not remember the date of his enrollment. REMINDER: Influenza brochures must be provided annually between August 1st and September 30th for each enrolled child. Distracted Adult brochures must be provided semi-annually in the months of April and September for each enrolled child. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, section 8.3 Enrollment Information A. The operator shall obtain enrollment information from the childs custodial parent or legal guardian prior to accepting the child into care. This information shall be documented on CF-FSP Form 5219, Child Care Application for Enrollment, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(f), F.A.C., or an equivalent that contains all the information required by the Departments form. CF-FSP Form 5219 may be obtained from the Departments website at www.myflfamilies.com/childcare. B. Enrollment information shall be kept current and on file for each child in care and available for licensing to review. ENFORCEMENT Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-07-09. View official inspection document (report 7d446124-7f3b-464f-b692-1812787fac91)
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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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: TAMPA, HILLSBOROUGH County
- Capacity: 10
- Type: Family Day Care Home
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