Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 1
- Local median
- 0.66
La Petite Academy Bloomingdale
808 W Bloomingdale Ave, Brandon, FL 33511
- License:
- C13HI0043
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 8, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- Gold Seal, School Readiness, VPK, After School, Drop In, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care, Transportation
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 6:30AM to 6:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 153
- License expiration:
- July 31, 2026
Typical cost: $1,278 - $1,387 (Under 1)
Child’s age
$1,278 - $1,387/mo
Median daily rate: $59.00 - $64.00
Official Florida Division of Early Learning Hillsborough County data.
Not this provider’s price.
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Inspection snapshot
Recent higher-concern violation
At least one higher-concern violation appears in the last 12 months.
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Latest inspectionJanuary 12, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsJanuary 12, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 10 available inspections for La Petite Academy Bloomingdale from July 20, 2023 through January 12, 2026.
Four inspections recorded violations, with 10 recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on January 12, 2026 and involved supervision.
The available reports do not include a later inspection with no recorded violations after that violation.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 10
- Recorded violations
- 10
- Higher-concern violations
- 2
- Repeated topics
- 0
6 in last 12 months
10 in last 12 months
2 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
10 total inspections vs 4 local median in 33511
Compared to 37 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 20%
- Local median
- 0%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 40%
- Local median
- 31%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 0
- Local average
- 0.59
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
No repeated topics found
The available reports do not show the same violation topic appearing in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. Review the inspection history below for any one-time violations or report details.
Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- A child was released to an individual known by the child and/or the childs custodial parent/legal guardian in a manner not authorized in writing by the custodial parent(s) or legal guardian(s). CCF Handbook, Section 2.4.1, E General Requirements [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the inspection, the provider stated that she did send the child with the dads mom and she was not on the pick-up list. The director brought this standard back in compliance at the time of inspection by having all the parents update the emergency contacts. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 2.4.1, E General Supervision Requirements E. E . A program is responsible for the supervision of a child until an authorized individual retrieves the child from the program. A child shall not be released to any person other than the person(s) authorized or in the manner authorized in writing by the custodial parent or legal ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
- Official code
- 04-20
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The name, address and phone number of persons authorized to retrieve the child was not included in the enrollment information. CCF Handbook, Section 7.3, B Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, the provider stated that there was only the first name of the pick up and not the last name. There was no address or phone number for the pick up. The director brought this standard back in compliance at the time of inspection by having all the parents update the emergency contacts. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section CCF Handbook, Section 7.3, B Enrollment Information B. The enrollment information shall include, in writing, permission for the facility to release the child to any person(s) authorized or in the manner authorized by the custodial parent or legal guardians. The name, address, and ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 43 - Enrollment Information
- Official code
- 43-09
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documentation of a fire extinguisher being properly maintained to include being serviced and retagged timely, and/or with a current certificate. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, B (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored the Fire Drill Log and observed documentation of the last fire drill having been conducted on 10/30/2025. The last approved fire inspection for this facility was dated 5/27/2025. The fire extinguisher certifications are valid until 3/2026. 23-5: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the fire extinguisher in the 2009 Chevy Collins (130328) was not tagged annually in that it was last tagged on 12/2023. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, B Fire extinguishers with a minimum rating of 2A:10BC must be properly installed, serviced and mai ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by December 12, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-05
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Garbage containing food waste was not disposed of in a leak proof, nonabsorbent container with a tight fitting lid. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.1, A.8. (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the inspection, the Operator advised that the facility provides meals and snacks to the children that are in care. ***The provider is a food program participant. **** 24-11: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the food waste garbage in the kitchen did not have a lid. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.1, A.8 Leak-proof, non- absorbent containers covered with a tight-fitting lid for all food waste stored inside the facility. The container must be emptied, cleaned, and sanitized or disinfected daily
- Correction status
- Due by December 12, 2025
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-11
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 (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 19 employees. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 19 of the 19 employee records. REMINDER : In-service training for 2025/2026 fiscal year must be completed before July 1, 2026. 33-01: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed 1 child care personnel did not complete the 40 hours of introductory training within 12 months from the class start date, exceeding 15 months for their child care industry start date. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 4.2.1 Child care personnel inc ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by December 12, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-01
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documented proof that all child care personnel were trained and knowledgeable within 30 days of date of hire in [ safe sleep practices and shaken baby syndrome]. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.3 and 4.2.5 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Training [SR]
- Inspector notes
- 33-9: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed 2 child care personnel did not complete the safe sleep training within 30 days of their hire date. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.3 All child care personnel who work in a facility that offers care to infants must have training regarding guidance on safe sleep practices, preventing shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma; recognition of signs and symptoms of shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma; strategies for coping with crying, fussing, or distraught child and the development and vulnerabilities of the brain in infancy in early childho ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by December 12, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-09
Higher concern: Medication
- Report finding
- Medication which had expired or is no longer being administered was not discarded or returned to the custodial parent or legal guardian. CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, H (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- 40-17-During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that there were two medications (Mupirocin and Nystatin) that were prescribed by the doctor, however the medications were not given back to the parents or discarded per the doctors scripts instructions. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, H Medication that has expired or that is no longer being dispensed must be returned to the custodial parent or legal guardian or discarded.
- Correction status
- Due by December 12, 2025
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 40 - Medication
- Official code
- 40-17
Medium concern: Incident records
- Report finding
- Child care personnel failed to immediately contact emergency services and the child's custodial parents or legal guardians in the event of a serious illness, accident, injury or emergency to their child. CCF Handbook, Section 6.3, B & C and 2.5.3, E Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of inspection, the Director informed the Licensing Specialist that she did not immediately notify the child's parent at the time of the incident. The Director did stated that she did speak with the parent upon child being picked- up later that day. CCF Handbook Section, 6.4, B & C Accident/Incident Notification B. This documentation must be shared with the custodial parent or legal guardian on the date of occurrence. C. Documentation must include the name of the affected party, date and time of the occurrence, description of the occurrence, actions taken and by whom, and appropriate signatures of program childcare personnel and the custodial parent or legal gu ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 39 - Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation
- Official code
- 39-01
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The base of the fence in the outdoor play area was not at ground level and could allow inside or outside access by children or animals. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, F (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that underneath the slide on the VPK playground, that the base of the fence was not level with the ground which could allow access in/out by the children or animals. CCF Handbook Section 3.5, F. Outdoor Play Area The outdoor play area must have adequate fencing or walls a minimum of 4 feet in height. Fencing, including gates, must be continuous and must not have gaps or opening larger than 3 inches that would allow children to exit the outdoor play area. The base of the fence must remain at ground level and be free from erosion or buildup to prevent inside and outside access by children or animals . These areas ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by August 9, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-07
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The ground cover or other protective surface under the [slides on the VPK playground] 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
- During the time of inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that the fall zones underneath the slides on the VPK playground. CCF Handbook Section 3.12, D Outdoor Equipment 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.
- Correction status
- Due by August 9, 2025
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-07
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
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 verifying who is authorized to pick up a child from the center?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an inspection in January 2026 indicate a situation where a child was released to an individual not listed on the authorized pick-up list. This question helps clarify how the center ensures that only approved individuals are permitted to collect children.
- Context
- The provider updated emergency contact information at the time of the inspection to address this.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you manage the storage and disposal of medications that are no longer being used?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from November 2025 noted that some medications remained at the facility after they should have been returned to parents or discarded. Asking this helps parents understand the current protocols for keeping the medication area organized and compliant.
Related violations
Finding-specific
Can you share how you maintain and track the service dates for your emergency equipment, such as fire extinguishers?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records from November 2025 show a finding regarding a fire extinguisher that had not been serviced or tagged within the required timeframe. This question allows the center to explain their current maintenance schedule for safety equipment.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your policy for notifying parents when an accident or incident occurs at the center?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an August 2025 inspection indicate a report where a parent was not immediately notified of an incident. This question helps parents understand the center's communication procedures during unexpected events.
- Context
- The issue was addressed at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you ensure that all staff members remain up-to-date with their required training and certifications?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from November 2025 noted that some staff had not completed specific training requirements within the expected timeframe. This question provides insight into how the center tracks staff professional development and compliance.
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