SUNSHINE FAMILY HOME DAY CARE LLC

BRANDON, FLFamily Day Care HomeLicensed

4.5based on state inspection data
Capacity10
HoursMon 12:00AM to 11:59PM; Tue 12:00AM to 11:59PM; Wed 12:00AM to 11:59PM; Thu 12:00AM to 11:59PM; Fri 12:00AM to 11:59PM; Sat 12:00AM to 11:59PM
Est. price$1,082/mo

Contact information

Address706 Forest Hills Dr, Brandon FL, 33510

CityBRANDON, FL 33510

CountyHILLSBOROUGH

Phone8136514696

Operating details

HoursMon 12:00AM to 11:59PM; Tue 12:00AM to 11:59PM; Wed 12:00AM to 11:59PM; Thu 12:00AM to 11:59PM; Fri 12:00AM to 11:59PM; Sat 12:00AM to 11:59PM

Capacity10

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 4/29/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High1
  • Medium-High2
  • Medium1
  • Medium-Low1
  • Low0

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706 Forest Hills Dr, Brandon FL, 33510, BRANDON, FL 33510

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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 health or sanitation findings on its state record - ask about their current cleaning, diapering, and handwashing procedures
  4. Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 4/29/2026

  • High1
  • Medium-High2
  • Medium1
  • Medium-Low1
  • Low0

2026

  1. High riskStandard 014/29/2026

    01. Licensed Capacity/ Ratio 402.302(8), F.S.and FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 2.1 (01-01)

    A family day care home may provide care for a maximum of: 4 children from birth to 12 months of age. 3 children from birth to 12 months of age, and other children, for a maximum total of six children. 6 preschool children if all are older than 12 months of age. 10 children if no more than 5 are preschool age and, of those 5, no more than 2 are under 12 months of age. There were [9] children observed in care and their ages were [1 infant 3 three year olds 1 five year old 4 two year olds]. 402.302(8), F.S., FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 2.2.1 Comments: During the time of inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that the operator was out of ratio. Ratio: 1: infant 3: three-year-olds 1: five-year-old 4: two-year-olds During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the FDCH LFCCH Handbook: A family day care home may provide care for one of the following groups of children, which shall include household children under 13 years of age: A. A maximum of four children from birth to 12 months of age. B. A maximum of three children from birth to 12 months of age, and other children, for a maximum total of six children. C. A maximum of six preschool children if all are older than 12 months of age. D. A maximum of 10 children if no more than 5 are preschool age and, of those 5, no more than 2 are under 12 months of age Second Observation Ratio: 1:6 1: infant 3: two-year-olds 1: three-year-old 1: five-year-old During the time of the inspection, this was resolved by the Operator contacting parents to pick up three children putting the Operator back into ratio. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-29. View official inspection document (report 69c833c8-6355-4c89-9bcf-bebdac2a5d70)

    Not corrected
  2. Medium riskStandard 234/29/2026

    23. Diapering Area Clean and Sanitized FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.18 (23-04)

    Items unrelated to diaper changing were stored in the diaper changing area or placed on the diaper changing table. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.18, B Comments: During the time of inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed non-diapering items including blankets and pillows stored under the changing table. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the FDCH LFCCH Handbook: Items unrelated to diaper changing shall not be stored in the diaper changing area nor shall they be placed on the diaper changing table. During the time of the inspection, this was resolved by removing all non-diapering items including all blankets and pillows. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-29. View official inspection document (report 69c833c8-6355-4c89-9bcf-bebdac2a5d70)

    Corrected at inspection
  3. Medium-High riskStandard 314/29/2026

    31. Immunization Records FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.1 (31-02)

    The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)].FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.1 A and B Comments: During the time of inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed one childs immunization record was expired. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the FDCH LFCCH Handbook: The operator is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed Florida Certification of Immunization form, Parts A-1, B, and/or C, DH 680 (July 2010), or the Religious Exemption from Immunization form, DH 681 (July 2008), which are incorporated herein by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(o) and (p), F.A.C., from the custodial parent or legal guardian, within 30 days of enrollment. DH Form 680 and DH Form 681 may be obtained from the local health department. The parent/guardian of a child who has not received the age-appropriate immunizations prior to enrollment and who does not have documented medical or religious exemptions from routine childhood immunizations should provide documentation of a scheduled appointment or arrangement to receive immunizations. Providers must include a general statement in parent handbook/policies to inform parents/guardians, at time of enrollment, that some children in care may not have current immunizations. Due: 5/29/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-29. View official inspection document (report 69c833c8-6355-4c89-9bcf-bebdac2a5d70)

    Not corrected
  4. Medium-High riskStandard 324/29/2026

    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: During the time of inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that two children did not have student health examinations on file. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the FDCH LFCCH Handbook: 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: 5/29/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-29. View official inspection document (report 69c833c8-6355-4c89-9bcf-bebdac2a5d70)

    Not corrected
  5. Medium-Low riskStandard 334/29/2026

    33. Enrollment Information/Daily Attendance FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.3 & 8.4 (33-06)

    Daily attendance was not maintained to account for all children in care. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.4, A and B Comments: During the time of inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that four children were not on the daily attendance logs. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the FDCH LFCCH Handbook: Daily attendance of children must be taken and recorded by childcare personnel, documenting the time when each child enters and departs the home. The custodial parent or guardian may document the time when his/her child enters and departs the family day care home. However, the operator is responsible for ensuring that attendance records are complete and accurate. During the time of the inspection, this was resolved by the Operator recorded daily attendance for the four children who did not have a current daily attendance log. ENFORCEMENT Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-29. View official inspection document (report 69c833c8-6355-4c89-9bcf-bebdac2a5d70)

    Corrected at inspection

Safety & Compliance Analysis

This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.

5Total Violations
5Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

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Estimated monthly cost

$1,082/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: BRANDON, HILLSBOROUGH County
  • Capacity: 10
  • Type: Family Day Care Home

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