Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.67
- Local median
- 1.29
Heritage Academy
35636 Pure Water Way, Zephyrhills, FL 33541
- License:
- C06PA0339
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 13, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, VPK, After School, Before School, Full Day
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 51
- License expiration:
- May 12, 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 inspectionApril 20, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsDecember 16, 2025
Summary
This summary covers 15 available inspections for Heritage Academy from January 5, 2023 through April 20, 2026.
Four inspections recorded violations, with 10 recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on April 20, 2026 and involved background screening.
The available reports do not include a later inspection with no recorded violations after that violation.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 15
- Recorded violations
- 10
- Higher-concern violations
- 1
- Repeated topics
- 2
4 in last 12 months
4 in last 12 months
1 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
15 total inspections vs 13 local median in Zephyrhills
Compared to 19 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 7%
- Local median
- 28%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 27%
- Local median
- 50%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 2
- Local average
- 3
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Staff training
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
April 10, 2024August 14, 2024August 20, 2025Facility condition
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
August 14, 2024April 20, 2026Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Bedding and/or linens were not stored in a sanitary manner. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1, G & H (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- 18:12: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the bedding in the VPK classroom was not stored in a sanitary manner, in that the sheets and blankets were in individual bags, however the sheets and blankets were coming out of the top of the bags and touching other childrens sheets and blankets. During the inspection, the bags were separated. This is being marked corrected at the time of the inspection. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1, G & H Bedding and linens, when not in use, must be stored in a sanitary manner which prevents the spread of germs or lice from other linens. All bedding and ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 18 - Bedding and Linens
- Official code
- 18-12
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- Background screening was not completed: [ every five years after the initial screening.] CCF Handbook, Section 5.2 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- 45-7: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the directors background screening was not completed every five years, in that the background screening expired on 1/20/2026 and it did not get a new eligibility date until 2/25/2026. This is being marked corrected at the time of the inspection. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 5.2 A screening conducted under this rule is valid for five years, at which time a re-screen must be conducted in the same manner as the initial screening. A. The five-year re-screen is required for all child care personnel. B. The five-year re-screen must include, at a minimu ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-07
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The placement of [see below] did not allow for adequate distance/clearance from other equipment, fences, and objects in the area. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- 32-8: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the facility had removed the fence that was dividing two playgrounds (one playground was licensed and the other playground was for the elementary school). Staff advised that the licensed children use the whole playground now. Licensing Specialist observed that one of the climbers did not have the 6 foot clearance around the perimeter of the equipment, in that the ladder of the climber is 3 feet 5 inches away from the sidewalk. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D Permanent or stationary playground equipment must have a fall/use zone that extends a ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by September 22, 2025
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-08
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 Owner/Operator/Director advised the Licensing Specialist that there 11 employees. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 11 of the 11 employee records. Counselor reviewed 10 hours of annual in-service, completed, for all child care personnel for the 2024/2025 fiscal year. REMINDER : In-service training for 2025/2026 fiscal year must be completed before July 1, 2026. 33-7: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed 1 child care personnel that did not have documentation showing that the 10 hours of annual in-service training between 7/1/2024 through 6/30/2025 was completed. During the inspection, Licens ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by September 22, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-07
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
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 10, number 1) Physical Environment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- 12-2: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that one shelf in the before/after school room was not in good repair, in that the particle board was peeling off. During the inspection, the shelf was removed from the classroom. This is being marked corrected at the time of the inspection. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, 3.1 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 inspected da ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The facility failed to post the room capacity in each room. CCF Handbook, Section 3.4.1, A (Section 1, number 1) Physical Environment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- 15-5: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the room capacity was not posted in the before/after school room. During the inspection, staff posted the capacity. This is being marked corrected at the time of the inspection. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, 3.4.1, A The capacity, as calculated by the licensing authority, must be posted in a conspicuous location within each room.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 15 - Licensed Capacity
- Official code
- 15-05
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Bedding and/or linens were not stored in a sanitary manner. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1, G & H (Section 12.4, number 6) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- 18-12: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the bedding in the K-4 classroom as not stored in a sanitary manner, in that the bedding were stored in bags however the sheets were sticking out at the top of the bag, causing the sheets to touch other childrens bedding. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, Bedding and linens, when not in use, must be stored in a sanitary manner which prevents the spread of germs or lice from other linens. All bedding and linens must be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized at least once a week, and before use by another child. Not Monitored Comments During the inspection, Licensing Specialist d ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by September 13, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 18 - Bedding and Linens
- Official code
- 18-12
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- The facility's emergency evacuation plan did not include a diagram of safe routes and was not posted in each room. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.5, E (Section 14.2, number 14) Physical Environment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- The last fire drill was conducted on 7/25/2024. The fire extinguisher certification(s) are valid until 2/2025. The last fire inspection was conducted on 1/17/2024. 23-10: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the emergency evacuation routes were not posted in the before/after school room. During the inspection, staff posted the emergency evacuation routes. This is being marked corrected at the time of the inspection. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, Handbook, Section 3.8.5, E The operator must prepare and post an emergency evacuation plan in each room of the facility, excluding restrooms, including a diagram of saf ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-10
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Program personnel did not complete training requirements prior to unsupervised contact with or care of children, or if supervised, within 90 days of beginning employment or service with the program. (Section 18.1) Training [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of inspection, the Owner/Operator/Director advised the Licensing Specialist that there 11 employees. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 11 of the 11 employee records. Counselor reviewed 10 hours of annual in-service, completed, for all child care personnel for the 2023/2024 fiscal year. REMINDER : In-service training for 2024/2025 fiscal year must be completed before July 1, 2025. 33-13: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that 2 child care personnel did not complete the School Readiness Pre- Service training within the proper time from. Staff had until 6/30/2024 the complete the School Readiness Pre-Service ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by September 13, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-13
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documentation to show completion of a Department approved five-hour early literacy and language development course for child care personnel within 12 months of date of employment in child care industry and/or the early literacy course documentation was not uploaded in the Florida Pathways/Registry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.2 and 4.5, C
- Correction / follow-up note
- 33-6: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that 1 child care personnel did not complete the 5 hour early literacy training within 12 months of their start date. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, Pursuant to Section 402.305(2)(e)5., F.S., all child care personnel must complete a single course of training in early literacy and language development of children ages birth through five years that is a minimum of five clock hours or .5 CEUs. Early literacy training must be completed within 12 months of date of employment in the child care industry. Proof of completion may be documented on a certificate of course completion, c ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by May 10, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-06
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
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
Could you explain the current process for tracking and renewing background screenings for all staff members?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records show an inspection in April 2026 where a background screening for the director was not completed by the five-year deadline. This question helps parents understand the administrative steps taken to ensure all personnel remain current with state requirements.
- Context
- The record indicates this was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How does the center ensure that all staff members complete their required annual in-service training hours on time?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from August 2025 noted that a staff member had not completed the required annual in-service training. This question allows the director to describe the tracking system used to keep staff certifications up to date.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What are the daily routines for maintaining the cleanliness and proper storage of children's bedding and linens?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records from 2024 and 2026 show repeated findings regarding the sanitary storage of bedding. Asking about current practices helps parents understand how the facility prevents cross-contamination of personal items.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How often are the playground and classroom areas inspected to ensure all equipment remains in good repair?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an August 2024 inspection noted an issue with equipment repair. This question helps parents learn about the facility's maintenance schedule and how they identify potential hazards in play areas.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your approach to ensuring that new staff members complete all required pre-service training before they begin working with children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection reports from 2024 indicate instances where staff training requirements were not met within the expected timeframes. This question helps parents understand the onboarding process and how the center verifies that all staff are fully prepared for their roles.
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