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Little Brave Hearts Preschool

5129 Trouble Creek Rd, New Port Richey, FL 34652

License:
C06PA0303
Type:
Child Care Facility
Status:
Licensed
Records checked:
July 13, 2026
Additional info
Programs and services:
School Readiness, VPK, After School, Before School, Drop In, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day
Hours:
Mon-Fri: 7:45AM to 5:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
Capacity:
26
License expiration:
April 11, 2027
Typical cost: $1,278 - $1,322 (Under 1)
Child’s age

$1,278 - $1,322/mo

Median daily rate: $59.00 - $61.00

Official Florida Division of Early Learning Pasco County data.

Not this provider’s price.

Inspection snapshot

Recent higher-concern violation

At least one higher-concern violation appears in the last 12 months.

Next: Read reports, examine repeated topics below, look at the broader history, and ask what changed afterward.

Latest inspectionMarch 23, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsNovember 14, 2025

Summary

This summary covers nine available inspections for Little Brave Hearts Preschool from January 20, 2023 through March 23, 2026.

Two inspections recorded violations, with 13 recorded violations in total.

The most recent higher-concern violation was on March 23, 2026 and involved background screening, with a due date of April 23, 2026.

Hazardous access was a higher-concern topic that showed up in two inspections.

The available reports do not include a later inspection with no recorded violations after that violation.

At a glance

Total inspections
9

2 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
13

9 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
3

2 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
2

Last 36 months

Local comparison

9 total inspections vs 11 local median in 34652

Compared to 14 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
1.44
Local median
1.58

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
22%
Local median
22%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
22%
Local median
50%

Repeated topics

This provider
2
Local average
2.57

Repeated topics

Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.

Inspection history

Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.

View official report
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
Areas of the facility were found to be in need of cleaning. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed in the VPK room the wall in the back center and the wall in the bathroom has a brown substance on it. The director was given until April 23, 2026, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 3.1 A.- General Health and Safety Requirements. A. All child care facilities must be clean, in good repair, free from health and safety hazards and from evidence of, or presence of, vermin infestation. Indoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety and documented on a daily inspection log. Outdoor play areas must be ins ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by April 23, 2026
More details
Report section
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
Official code
12-01
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed in the 2 year old room the carpet by the front door is shredding and the light in the bathroom is missing the light cover. In the VPK room The light in the bathroom is missing the light cover and the paint is peeling on the wall behind the door. The director was given until April 23, 2026, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 3.1 A.- General Health and Safety Requirements. A. All child care facilities must be clean, in good repair, free from health and safety hazards and from evidence of, or presence of, vermin infestation ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by April 23, 2026
More details
Report section
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
Official code
12-02
Higher concern: Hazardous access
Report finding
The facilitys storage of harmful items including cleaning supplies, flammable products, and poisonous, toxic and hazardous materials allowed access by children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed on the playground there is an unlocked shed that has paint stored inside of it. The director was given until April 23, 2026, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 3.2 B Toxic/Hazardous Material/Firearms/Weapons. B. All potentially harmful items, including cleaning supplies, flammable products, poisonous, toxic, and hazardous materials , must be labeled and used according to manufacturers recommendation. These items, as well as knives, sharp tools, and other potentially dangerous hazards, must be stored in a locked area or m ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by April 23, 2026
More details
Report section
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 13 - Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons
Official code
13-02
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
All rooms did not have sufficient lighting equivalent to 20 foot candles at three feet from the floor. CCF Handbook, Section 3.3.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the lightning in the room that leads to the playground did not have sufficient lightning in that the room did not have any lights in it. The director was given until April 23, 2026, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 3.3 Rooms Occupied by Children 3.3.1 A Lighting. A. All areas of the facility must have lighting that provides adequate illumination and comfort for facility activities, a minimum of 20 foot-candles of lighting is required. Lighting must be sufficient to allow for adequate supervision and safe entering and e ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by April 23, 2026
More details
Report section
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 14 - Lighting, Temperature, and Ventilation
Official code
14-01
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
The floor mats available for children in care were not covered with an impermeable surface. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed in the VPK classroom and the 2 year old classroom there were some mats that were ripped and exposing the foam. The director was given until April 23, 2026, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 3.6.1,D- Bedding and Linens. Each child in care must be provided safe and sanitary bedding to be used when napping or sleeping. Nap bedding is not required for school-age children; however, the program must provide an area for children that choose to rest. D. Floor mats must be at least one-inch thick and covered with an impermeable surface.
Correction status
Due by April 23, 2026
More details
Report section
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 18 - Bedding and Linens
Official code
18-06
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
Open packages of perishable or leftover foods were not [ labeled with date, discarded within 7 calendar days]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR]
Inspector notes
During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the facility had the following foods in the refrigerator that they did not discard after 7 calendar days and not labeled with a date: Caramel dip not labeled with a date, roasted red peppers dip opened on 1/23/26, soup not labeled with a date, apple sauce opened on 2/27/26 and yoplait opened on 3/11/26. The director brought this standard back in compliance at the time of inspection by disposing of the items. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Hand book, Section 3.9.2 Food Storage D. Opened packages of perishable or leftover food items must be properly covered or sealed in containe ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
Official code
24-21
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
Child care personnel, including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the required in-service training during the states fiscal year beginning July 1 and ending June 30. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.7 (Section 3.3, Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Training [SR]
Inspector notes
During the time of inspection, the Operator advised the Licensing Specialist that there 3 employees. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 3 of the 3 employee records. When the Licensing Specialist was reviewing the files the Licensing Specialist observed two personnel did not complete their 10 in service hours for 24-25 year. One of the personnel completed the Inservice on 3/11/26. The director was given until April 23, 2026, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.7 A-D Annual In-Service
Correction status
Due by April 23, 2026
More details
Report section
TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-07
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
The Student Health Examination or equivalent health statement was not acceptable in that: [ It was not current (over two years old)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
Inspector notes
During the time of the inspection, the Operator advised the Licensing Specialist that there are currently 10 children enrolled. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 10 of the 10 childrens records. Licensing specialist observed one child who had an expired health form. The director was given until April 23, 2026, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 B Student Health Records The child care facility is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed Student Health Examination form DH 3040, which is ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by April 23, 2026
More details
Report section
RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
Official code
42-02
Higher concern: Background screening
Report finding
The facility failed to maintain a current Employee/Contractor Roster for all child care personnel in the Clearinghouse. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, K (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
Inspector notes
During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed three personnel still on the provider roster that no longer worked there. The director was given until April 23, 2026, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 5.1, K Initial Screening. K. The employer/owner/operator must add child care personnel to their Employee/Contractor Roster in the Clearinghouse within 10 days of when the individual has received a child care eligible result and has been hired at the facility. Employer/owner/operator must add an end date for individuals on the Employee/Contractor Roster in the Clearingho ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by April 23, 2026
More details
Report section
RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
Official code
45-09
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Higher concern: Hazardous access
Report finding
The facilitys storage of harmful items including cleaning supplies, flammable products, and poisonous, toxic and hazardous materials allowed access by children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed chemicals(fabric softener and hand sanitizer) was stored under a sink in a cabinet in the bathroom by the 2/3 year old room. The director brought this standard back in compliance at the time of inspection by putting a lock on the cabinet. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 3.2 Toxic/Hazardous Material/Firearms/Weapons A . All areas and surfaces accessible to children must be free from toxic substances, bio contaminants, and hazardous materials/equipment/tools, including power tools, plastic bags, matches, candles, lighters, etc.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 13 - Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons
Official code
13-02
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The facilitys outdoor play area contained litter, nails, glass or other hazards that posed a low potential for harm to children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed on the playground the wooden boarder that is by the facility was broken and there were 2 screws sticking up out of the wooden boarder. The ground cover was sticking up out of the mulch in the area that has the wooden boarder connected to the facility. The ground cover was ripping. The director was given until May 2, 2025, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 3.5 A- Outdoor Play Area. A. The outdoor play area must be clean and free from litter, nails, glass and other hazards .
Correction status
Due by May 2, 2025
More details
Report section
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
Official code
17-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
Inspector notes
During the time of the inspection, the Director advised the Licensing Specialist that there are currently children enrolled. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 20 of the 20 children's records. Licensing Specialist observed four children who had an expired immunization form. The director was given until May 2, 2025, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 F Immunization Records The child care facility is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed Florida Certification of Immunization form Par ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by May 2, 2025
More details
Report section
RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
Official code
41-02
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
The Student Health Examination or equivalent health statement was not acceptable in that: [ It was not current (over two years old)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
Inspector notes
During the time of the inspection, the Director advised the Licensing Specialist that there are currently children enrolled. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 20 of the 20 children's records. Licensing Specialist observed two children who had an expired health form. The director was given until May 2, 2025, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 B Student Health Records The child care facility is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed Student Health Examination form DH 3040, which is i ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by May 2, 2025
More details
Report section
RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
Official code
42-02

Questions to ask

Suggested questions for parents based on recorded violations in inspection reports. If there are not enough source-backed violations, you will see general questions for daycare.

Finding-specific

What is your current process for ensuring that all staff members listed on your employee roster are active and that background screening records are kept up to date?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from an inspection in March 2026 show that the facility had personnel on the roster who were no longer employed there. This question helps clarify how the center maintains accurate administrative records for staff.
Context
Correction was due by April 23, 2026.
Related violations
Finding-specific

Could you describe your daily routine for checking outdoor areas to ensure that all storage sheds or containers holding potentially harmful items are securely locked?

Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from March 2026 noted an unlocked shed on the playground containing paint. This question allows the director to explain the current safety protocols for securing hazardous materials.
Context
Correction was due by April 23, 2026.
Related violations
Finding-specific

How do you manage the tracking of student health and immunization records to ensure they remain current for every child enrolled?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records from 2025 and 2026 show repeated findings regarding expired health or immunization forms for children. This question helps parents understand the center's system for monitoring these important health documents.
Related violations
General question

What is your process for conducting daily facility inspections to ensure that areas are clean, well-lit, and in good repair?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Asking about daily maintenance routines helps families understand how the center proactively manages the physical environment and ensures a safe, well-maintained space for children.
General question

How do you support your staff in completing their required annual training hours throughout the year?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Understanding how the center prioritizes and tracks professional development helps parents feel confident that teachers are staying current with best practices in early childhood education.