Happy Times Daycare LLC
TAMPA, FL·Large Family Child Care HomeLicensed
Contact information
CityTAMPA, FL 33619
CountyHILLSBOROUGH
Phone8137704562
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
Capacity12
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 4/17/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
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Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 4/17/2025
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2025
- Medium-High riskStandard 114/17/2025
11. (11-03)
Potentially harmful items such as BB guns, pellet guns, knives and/or sharp tools were not in a locked area or were accessible to children in care. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.2 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR] Comments: During the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed scissors and a sharp knife being stored in an unlocked drawer in the kitchenette which was accessible to the children in care. The kitchenette is located in an open area of the playroom and the children walk past it as they enter the home. Licensing Specialist observed Provider remove scissors and knife and put them out of reach of children. This standard was brought back into compliance during the time of inspection. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, section 7.2 Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Poisonous Items A. All areas and surfaces accessible to children shall be free from toxic substances and hazardous materials/equipment/tools, including power tools, plastic bags, matches, candles, lighters, etc. These items, as well as knives, sharp tools, BB guns, pellet guns and other potentially dangerous hazards, shall either be stored and in a locked area or must be inaccessible and out of a childs reach. Compliance Comments During the time of inspection, the Provider advised the Licensing Specialist there is no smoking in the home. 12. Smoking on Premises FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.3 FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.3 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 13. Firearms and Weapons FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.4 FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 14. Indoor Play Areas FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.5 FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.5 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 15. Outdoor Time, Fencing, and Play Area Requirements FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.6 FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.6 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Not Applicable Comments During the time of inspection, the Provider advised the Licensing Specialist that there is no swimming pool on site, therefore this is being marked not applicable. 16. Swimming Pools FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.7 FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.7 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Applicable 17. Appropriate, Safe and Sanitary Bedding FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.8 FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.8 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-04-17. View official inspection document (report 89a76b75-0935-40e6-84f7-a4e3eb29ef14)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 224/17/2025
22. (22-01)
Child care personnel did not wash their hands with soap and running water and thoroughly dry after assisting a child with toileting or diapering or following personal hygiene procedures. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.16 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR] Comments: During the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that Provider did not wash hands after changing a diaper. Provider washed hands after being reminded by Licensing Specialist. This standard was brought back into compliance during the time of inspection. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, section 7.16 Hand Hygiene Child care personnel and children shall wash their hands with soap and running water, dry thoroughly, and follow personal hygiene procedures for themselves or while assisting others, and immediately after outdoor play. Situations or times that children and child care personnel must perform hand hygiene should be posted in all food preparation, diapering and toileting areas. 23. Individual Towels and Wash Cloths FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.17 FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.17 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 24. Diapering Area Clean and Sanitized FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.18 FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.18 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 25. First Aid Kit FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.19 FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.19 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 26. Emergency Information FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.20 FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.20 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 27. Emergency Procedures and Notifications FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.20 FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.20 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Compliance Comments During the inspection, a fire drill was conducted in the presence of the Licensing Specialist. There were 2 adults and 6 children present. The last fire inspection was conducted on 4/17/24. Fire extinguisher certifications are valid through 04/26. The Provider advised that she is scheduled for a fire inspection on 4/18/25. 28. Fire Drills/Emergency Preparedness FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.21 & 7.22 FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.21 & 7.22 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-04-17. View official inspection document (report 89a76b75-0935-40e6-84f7-a4e3eb29ef14)
Not corrected
2024
- Medium riskStandard 069/9/2024
06. Employee and Substitute Requirements FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 3 (06-02)
The operator's substitute plan did not include the name, address and telephone number of the designated substitute. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 3.2, B Large Family [SR] Comments: During the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the Provider did not have required information for substitute on file. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, section 3.2 Substitute The operator must have a written plan to provide at least one substitute, 18 years of age or older, to be available on a temporary/emergency basis. A. The substitutes information (including name, date of birth, telephone number, address, anticipated number of hours worked and whether or not this person substitutes for another home) must be provided on the CF-FSP Form 5133, Application for a License to Operate a Family Day Care Home, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-20.008(1), F.A.C. B. The written plan must be kept current and include the name, address, and telephone number of the substitute. C. Any changes to the plan must be reported to the licensing office within 5 working days. All hours worked by the substitute must be documented in writing and maintained for 12 months. D. Substitutes may not work for the operator more than 40 hours per month on average over a 6-month period in any single home for which they have been identified as the designated substitute. E. The operator must document the hours worked on a monthly basis. The operator must sign a statement attesting to the number of hours that the substitute works in the operators home. The statement must be placed in the substitutes file. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-09-09. View official inspection document (report a7c258a2-e7c6-4107-9d3d-02ece40624a8)
Not corrected - High riskStandard 079/9/2024
07. Background Screening Requirements FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 4 (07-02)
Required background screening was missing for: [ substitute]. 402.313(3) F.S. Large Family [SR] Comments: During the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the substitute in the home with the children did not have background screening documents on file for Licensing Specialist to review. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, section 4.1 Initial Screening Operators, household members (adults and children 12 to 17 years of age), substitutes, volunteers and Large Family Child Care Home employees must have a level 2 background screening clearance from the Department prior to obtaining a license, residing in the home, employment, or volunteering unsupervised with children. The employer/owner/operator must review each employment application to assess the relevancy of any issue uncovered by the complete background screening, including any arrest, pending criminal charge, or conviction, and must use this information in employment decisions in accordance with state laws. I. The employer/owner/operator must maintain on-site at the program copies/documentation of completion of all applicable elements in the screening process for an individual in the personnel file for review by the licensing authority. L. The employer/owner/operator must add substitutes, employees and household members to their Employee/Contractor Roster within ten days of when the individual has received a child care eligible result. Employer/owner/operator must add an end date within ten days of termination for individuals on the Employee/Contractor Roster in the Clearinghouse when employment terminates, or a household member is no longer residing in the home. 08. Staff Training FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 5 Not Monitored 09. Supervision FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 6 Not Monitored HEALTH REQUIREMENTS 10. Animal Vaccinations FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.1 Not Monitored 11. Toxic, Hazardous Materials and Harmful Items FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.2 Not Monitored 12. Smoking on Premises FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.3 Not Monitored 13. Firearms and Weapons FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.4 Not Monitored 14. Indoor Play Areas FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.5 Not Monitored 15. Outdoor Time, Fencing, and Play Area Requirements FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.6 Not Monitored 16. Swimming Pools FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.7 Not Monitored 17. Appropriate, Safe and Sanitary Bedding FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.8 Not Monitored 18. Vermin/Pest Control FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.9 Not Monitored 19. Toys, Furnishings, Equipment and Plumbing FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.10 Not Monitored 20. Smoke Detector, Fire Extinguisher, Telephone, Lighting, Temperature and Ventilation FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Sections 7.11 & 7.12 Not Monitored 21. Nutritious Meals and Snacks Provided FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, 7.13 & 7.14 Not Monitored Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-09-09. View official inspection document (report a7c258a2-e7c6-4107-9d3d-02ece40624a8)
Not corrected
Safety & Compliance Analysis
This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.
(Past 6 Months)
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Estimated monthly cost
$1,024/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: 12
- Type: Large Family Child Care Home
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