Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 1.29
- Local median
- 1.41
Academy at the Cove
37737 C Ave, Zephyrhills, FL 33542
- License:
- C06PA0405
- 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, Infant Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 126
- License expiration:
- March 3, 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
Questions worth asking
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Latest inspectionJune 22, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsJune 22, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 14 available inspections for Academy at the Cove from February 26, 2024 through June 22, 2026.
Seven inspections recorded violations, with 18 recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on May 20, 2026 and involved incident records, with a due date of June 19, 2026.
Hazardous access was a higher-concern topic that showed up in one inspection.
A later inspection showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether it was a formal follow-up.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 14
- Recorded violations
- 18
- Higher-concern violations
- 7
- Repeated topics
- 3
6 in last 12 months
6 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
14 total inspections vs 14.5 local median in 33542
Compared to 12 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 21%
- Local median
- 20%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 50%
- Local median
- 47%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 3
- Local average
- 3.25
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Facility condition
Appeared across 4 inspections, with 7 recorded violations.
May 22, 2024February 27, 2025October 17, 2025February 11, 2026Background screening
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
May 13, 2024May 22, 2024Staff training
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
November 1, 2024October 17, 2025Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Incident records
- Report finding
- Child care personnel failed to share the accident/incident form with the custodial parent/ legal guardian or the individual authorized to pick up child on the day that the incident occurred. CCF Handbook, Section 6.4, B & D Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- 39-4: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that there was a number of accident/incident reports that were not signed by the parent the same day of the incident. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 6.4, B & D This documentation must be shared with the custodial parent or legal guardian on the date of occurrence.
- Correction status
- Due by June 19, 2026
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 39 - Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation
- Official code
- 39-04
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- A cot, bed, crib, mattress, playpen or floor mat was not available for all children who napped or slept. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- 18-1: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that there was a one year old asleep on the padded floor and a teacher patting another one year old to sleep on the padded floor in the infant classroom. During the inspection, staff brought in two cots and the children were removed from the floor and put onto a cot. 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 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 are ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 18 - Bedding and Linens
- Official code
- 18-01
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- The hand washing sink was used for something other than hand washing in that [the handwashing sink in the One year old Room was used to clean sippy cups]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- 30-3: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the handwashing sink in the One year old Room was used to clean sippy cups. During the inspection, staff removed the sippy cups from the handwashing sink. This is being marked corrected at the time of the inspection. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, C Handwashing sinks must not be used for food service preparation, dishwashing, or food clean up.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
- Official code
- 30-03
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The ground cover or other protective surface under the [see below] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- 32-7: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the depth of mulch on the School Age Playground did not meet the 6 inch depth requirement in that there are sections in front of the two slides that did not have any mulch. 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 minimum of 6 feet in all directions from the perimeter of the equipment. All types of ground cover must be maintained to provide resilience and reduce the incidence of injuries to children in the event of falls. 1. If the ground cover in place is loose gr ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by March 13, 2026
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-07
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Diaper changing occurred on a surface that was not impermeable. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, E (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- 30-6: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the infant rooms diaper mat was not impermeable, in that it had 2 tears in the material exposing the foam within. During the inspection, staff discarded the diaper mat. This is being marked corrected at the time of the inspection. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, E When children in diapers are in care, there must be a diaper changing area with an impermeable surface that is cleaned and sanitized or disinfected after each use.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
- Official code
- 30-06
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3)
- Inspector notes
- During the time of inspection, the Owner/Operator/Director advised the Licensing Specialist that there 15 employees. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 15 of the 15 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. 33-6: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that 1 child care personnel did not complete the 5 hour early literacy training within 12 months of the hire date. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by November 17, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-06
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
- Report finding
- A ratio of [2] child care personnel for [14] children is required. A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [14] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed 1 child care personnel to 14 children. There was 6(2 year old's), 3(3 year old's), 1(4 year old), 1(VPK) and 2 School Age). The facility should have followed the 2 year old ratio since there was more 2 year old's then any other age group. Which would have been the 11:1 ratio. The operator brought this standard back in compliance during the time of the inspection by having another child care personnel come into the classroom. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 2.3 Ratios The staff-to-child ratio, as established in Section 402.305(4), F.S., is based on primary resp ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Ratio Sufficient
- Official code
- 03-01
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 3/4 year old classroom there was paint peeling on the wall with the television and the front wall with the windows. In the 3 year old classroom the the counter with the sink the side of the counter was peeling and there was a small hole in the wall across from the door in the bathroom. The director was given until March 27, 2025, 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 ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by March 27, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- A safety deficiency having a moderate potential for harm to the children in care was observed. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed cords hanging down and or in the reach of the children in the kitchen the entrance way to the kitchen is open and the children had access to the vacuum, carpet cleaner and there was a dirt devil in the hallway. The director brought this standard back in compliance at the time of inspection by placing the gate in the entrance way of the kitchen and putting the dirt devil in the locked closest. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 3.1 D.- General Health and Safety Requirements. D. Strangulation hazards, strings, and cords long enough to encircle a childs neck such as ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-07
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- A fire hazard, [vents had dust build up], was observed in the facility. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed a buildup of dust on the vents in the bathrooms in the following classrooms . The director brought this standard back in compliance at the time of inspection by cleaning the vents. The director was given until March 27, 2025, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 3.1 B.- General Health and Safety Requirements. B . It is the responsibility of the director/operator to ensure all areas and equipment of the facility are free from fire hazards, such as lint build up in heating and air vents, filters, exhaust fans, ceiling fans, ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-12
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 cleaning solution(fabuloso) was stored on a Art shelf in the opening room. In the kitchen under the left sink there was bleach and fabuloso being stored in an unlock cabinet. In the 3 year old classroom there was fabuloso being stored on the counter next to the sink The director brought this standard back in compliance at the time of inspection putting up the gate in the entrance of the kitchen and storing the cleaning solutions in a area the children does not have access too. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 3.2 Toxic/Hazardous Material/Firearms/Weapons A . All ... [truncated]
- 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: Staff training
- Report finding
- Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the 40 hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement. CCF Handbook Section 4.2.1
- Inspector notes
- During the time of inspection, the Owner/Operator/Director advised the Licensing Specialist that there 25 employees. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 15 of the 15 employee records. When the Licensing Specialist was reviewing the files the licensing counselor seen one personnel did not finish her 40-hour training. At the time of the inspection the Owner/Operator/Director advised the Licensing Specialist that the employee will not be returning until training is completed therefore putting this back into compliance. CCF Handbook Section 4.1 Beginning Training Childcare personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month must be ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-01
No recorded violations in this report
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 Physical Environment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- 18-12: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the bedding was touching each other in one of the classrooms. Staff advised that the bedding gets washed once a week on Friday. The bedding was put into the laundry. This is being marked corrected at the time of the inspection. 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 Licensing Specialist did not observe naptime.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 18 - Bedding and Linens
- Official code
- 18-12
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Soiled disposable diapers were not disposed of in a plastic-lined, securely covered container. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, J Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- 30-10: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that diapers were thrown away in a garbage with no lid. The garbage was removed. This is being marked corrected at the time of the inspection. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, Soiled or wet disposable diapers must be disposed of in a plastic lined, securely covered container that is not accessible to the children. The container must be emptied, cleaned and sanitized or disinfected, at least, daily.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
- Official code
- 30-10
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- An employment history verification was not documented and on file. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, D
- Correction / follow-up note
- 45-4: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that 6 employees did not have documentation that the 5 Year Employment history was verified. During the inspection, Child Care Regulation provided technical assistance, The employer/owner/operator must conduct employment history checks, including documented attempts to contact each employer that employed the individual within the preceding five years, and documentation of the findings. Documentation must include the applicants job title and description of his/her regular duties, confirmation of employment dates, and level of job performance. The employer/owner/operator must make at least three attempts to obtain emplo ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by June 21, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-04
Higher concern: Sleep safety
- Report finding
- Child/ren were placed in a crib, playpen, play yard or other sleeping and napping bedding with items that could pose a strangulation or suffocation risk. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.4, A
- Correction / follow-up note
- 20-6: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed an infant sleep in a crib with a blanket covering the infant and a boppy pillow over the side of the crib. During the inspection, the items were removed. This is being marked corrected at the time of the inspection. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, Children must not be placed in the cribs, playpens, play yards or other sleeping and napping bedding with items that could pose a strangulation or suffocation risk. Cribs, playpens, play yards, other napping and sleeping bedding being used by a child must be placed a minimum of 18 inches away from window blinds, draperies or any win ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 20 - Crib Requirements
- Official code
- 20-06
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- A complete CF-FSP Form 5131, Background Screening and Personnel File Requirements, was not on file for all employees. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1, A Record Keeping [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- 45-01: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that 1 employee did not have a 5131 form on file. The director completed the 5131 form on site. This is being marked corrected at the time of the inspection. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, Each personnel record must have a completed CF-FSP Form 5131, Background Screening and Personnel File Requirements, which is incorporated by reference in paragraph 65C-22.001(7)(b), F.A.C.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-01
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- The attendance roster did not accompany the group of children in that [at the two year old classroom was outside on the playground. The staff member advised that they did not have their classrooms attendance and did not have access to the facilitys electronic attendance].CCF Handbook, Section 7.5, A
- Correction / follow-up note
- 46-7: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the two year old classroom was outside on the playground. The staff member advised that they did not have their classrooms attendance and did not have access to the facilitys electronic attendance. Staff advised that the attendance was in the classroom. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist brought the classroom attendance (clipboard) outside. This is being marked corrected at the time of the inspection. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, Attendance devices used for the purposes of tracking attendance may be used, but personnel must ensure the accuracy of the document ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 46 - Daily Attendance
- Official code
- 46-07
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
What steps does the center take to ensure that all cleaning supplies and hazardous materials are kept securely out of reach of children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from a February 2025 inspection indicate that cleaning supplies were found in areas accessible to children. Asking about current storage practices helps parents understand how the facility maintains a secure environment.
- Context
- The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
Can you describe the current process for ensuring that staff-to-child ratios are consistently maintained throughout the day?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from February 2025 noted a temporary discrepancy in staff-to-child ratios. This question helps parents understand the center's approach to monitoring classroom coverage.
- Context
- The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is the center's process for verifying and documenting the employment history of new staff members?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records show that background screening documentation, specifically regarding employment history verification, was a topic of concern in multiple reports during 2024. Asking about this process helps parents understand how the center manages personnel records.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How does the center ensure that all accident and incident reports are shared with parents on the same day an event occurs?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from a May 2026 inspection note that some incident reports were not signed by parents on the day of the occurrence. This question helps parents understand the current communication process for daily updates.
- Context
- A correction was due by June 19, 2026.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is the daily routine for cleaning and maintaining classroom surfaces, such as diaper changing areas and play equipment?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records show that sanitation and facility maintenance have been recurring topics in reports between 2024 and 2026. Asking about these routines helps parents understand the center's commitment to a clean and well-maintained environment.
- Context
- A later inspection on June 22, 2026, was completed with no violations found.
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