Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 2.33
- Local median
- 0.6
La Petite Academy Regents Park
9005 Regents Park Dr, Tampa, FL 33647
- License:
- C13HI0047
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 8, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- Gold Seal, School Readiness, VPK, After School, Before School, Drop In, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care, Transportation
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 6:30AM to 6:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 160
- License expiration:
- September 30, 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.
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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 inspectionNovember 13, 2025
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsFebruary 6, 2025
Summary
This summary covers six available inspections for La Petite Academy Regents Park from September 11, 2023 through November 13, 2025.
Five inspections recorded violations, with 14 recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on November 13, 2025 and involved staff-to-child ratio.
The available reports do not include a later inspection with no recorded violations after that violation.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 6
- Recorded violations
- 14
- Higher-concern violations
- 4
- Repeated topics
- 3
2 in last 12 months
4 in last 12 months
1 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
6 total inspections vs 3 local median in 33647
Compared to 29 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 50%
- Local median
- 0%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 83%
- Local median
- 33%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 3
- Local average
- 0.48
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Health or food records
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
September 5, 2024April 24, 2025September 4, 2025Facility condition
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 4 recorded violations.
September 5, 2024September 4, 2025Transportation
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
September 11, 2023September 5, 2024Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
- Report finding
- A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [6] children is required. A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [10] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. General Requirements [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the time of the inspection the Licensing Specialist observed the One year old classroom to have 10 children napping with 1 staff in the classroom. This was corrected during the time of the inspection as the Director added another staff to the classroom to put the classroom back in ratio. The Director stated 1 staff member went on lunch break and did not wait for the other staff to relieve her. Naptime Ratios • 1:8 Infants • 1:10 One year olds Corrected at the time 2:10 • 2:14 Two year olds • 1:15 Three year olds • 1:19 Four and Five year olds • 1:12 VPK wrap • Per the DCF Handbook The staff-to-child ratio, as established in Section 402.305(4), F.S., is based on primary ... [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
- 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]
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the time of the inspection the Licensing Specialist observed that both buses used to transport children at the facility have black mold on the gray seats inside of each bus. Per the DCF Handbook 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 daily for basic health and safety. Any problems must be corrected before the play area is used by children. Documentation of the indoor play area inspection must be maintained for 12 months.
- Correction status
- Due by October 3, 2025
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 time of the inspection the Licensing Specialist observed the AC metal vents in the ceiling of the facility to be covered with rust and water stains. 3 ceiling vents are located in the Infant Room and 1ceiling vent is located in the PreK B Classroom. The Licensing Specialist allowed the provider 60 days for the repairs as they will need to schedule to have the vents repaired or replaced with the corporate office. Per the DCF Handbook 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 ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by November 3, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Bottles and/or sippy cups brought from home were not labeled with childs first and last name. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.5, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the time of the inspection the Licensing Specialist observed 14 drinking bottles in the Three's classroom not labeled with the child's first and last name. This was corrected at the time of the inspection as the teacher in the classroom labeled all 14 drinking bottles with each child first and last name. Per the DCF Handbook Bottles and sippy cups brought from home shall be individually labeled with the childs first and last name and shall be returned to the custodial parent or legal guardian daily.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 28 - Bottles, Breastmilk, Formula and Infant Food
- Official code
- 28-02
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Food served at the facility was not free from spoilage and contamination, and was not safe for eating as evidenced by [the staff in the Preschool class noticing mold on the cheese bread prepared for afternoon snack at the facility.]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, D Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the time of the inspection the Licensing Specialist verified by the staff that on 4/14/25 the child bread set out for snack contained mold on the bread. This was corrected on 4/14/25 as the snack was discarded before the children ate any and another snack was provided at the facility. Per DCF Handbook If a facility chooses to provide food to children directly or by contract with an outside source, such as a caterer, the food must be free from spoilage and handled in a sanitary manner at all times. The facility must have adequate equipment available to maintain food safety. 1. Meat, poultry, fish, dairy products, and processed foods must have been inspected under the Un ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 25 - Meals and Snacks
- Official code
- 25-04
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The vehicle alarm installed was not in working condition. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of the inspection the Licensing Specialist observed to alarm on the 2008 Chevy Express bus with Vin# 131306 did not have a working alarm to sound outside the bus after the bus was locked. Per the DCF Handbook F. By January 1, 2022 all vehicles used by child care facilities to transport children must be equipped with a reliable alarm system approved by the Department which prompts the driver to inspect the vehicle for children before exiting the vehicle. 1. Approved alarm systems must meet the following criteria: a. The alarm system must be armed or activated automatically when the vehicles ignition is turned on. b. The alarm system must be designed and install ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by October 7, 2024
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 07 - Vehicle Requirements
- Official code
- 07-06
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]
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the time of the inspection the Licensing Specialist observed big, ripped holes in the gray seats on both buses used for Transportation for the children. The Licensing Specialist observed the back air conditioning vents located over the back doors on both buses full of dust. Per the DCF Handbook 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 daily for basic health and safety. Any problems must be corrected before the play ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by October 7, 2024
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]
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the time of the inspection the Licensing Specialist observed several paint cans and painting supplies in a preschool classroom in the back of the building. This room was not in use for the children, but the children had access as the room is connected to the Three's Classroom. This was corrected at the time of the inspection as the Director was able to move the paint cans and painting supplies to a storage area with no access to children. Per the DCF Handbook 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 a ... [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: 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 time of the inspection the Licensing Specialist observed food in the trash cans without lids in the VPK classroom and both Three's classrooms. All three classrooms had white trash cans with no lids. Per the DCF Handbook 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 October 7, 2024
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-11
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of the inspection the Licensing Specialist observed diaper changing in the Three's classroom as the classroom did not have a container/trash can with a covered lid to dispose of the diaper. Per the DCF Handbook 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
- Due by October 7, 2024
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
- Official code
- 30-10
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The vehicle alarm installed was not in working condition. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4
- Inspector notes
- CCRC observed that the 2011 Chevy vehicle alarm installed was not in working condition. TA was provided: Director started the vehicle two times, the alarm did not sound both times. F. By January 1, 2022 all vehicles used by child care facilities to transport children must be equipped with a reliable alarm system approved by the Department which prompts the driver to inspect the vehicle for children before exiting the vehicle. 1. Approved alarm systems must meet the following criteria: a. The alarm system must be armed or activated automatically when the vehicles ignition is turned on. b. The alarm system must be designed and installed so that the vehicle horn, siren or other ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by October 11, 2023
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 07 - Vehicle Requirements
- Official code
- 07-06
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- The facility did not have a fire extinguisher with a minimum rating of 2A10BC within 75 feet of rooms occupied by children or in vehicles used to transport children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, C
- Inspector notes
- CCRC observed the fire extinguishers on both vehicles were not serviced annual. Both extinguishers had tags showing the date of service as December, 2021. A. Unless statutorily exempted, all child care facilities must conform to state standards adopted by the State Fire Marshal, Chapter 69A- 36, F.A.C., Uniform Standards for Life Safety and Fire Prevention in Child Care Facilities. A copy of the current and approved annual fire inspection report completed by a certified fire inspector must be on file with the licensing authority. If the program is granted a fire inspection exemption by the local fire inspection office, the exemption must be documented and maintained on file a ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by October 11, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-04
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The ground cover or other protective surface under the [wide green slide ] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D (Section 11.2, number 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Child Care Regulation observed that the ground covering was below the minimum requirement of six inches under the wide green slide. The mulch was measuring 2 inches, Director will bring this standard into compliance on given due date. The Ground cover in the other playgrounds was measuring 4-5 inches. Provider had enough mulch in both playgrounds, Mulch was measuring less than required due to areas with heavy traffic. TA was provided, provider need to rake the mulch back to maintain a ground cover of 6 inches under fall zones. TA was provided: CCRC discussed the ground cover and protective surfaces requirements with the Director. 3.12 Outdoor Equipment A. A child care facilit ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by October 11, 2023
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-07
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The Training Transcript documenting an active Staff Credential Verification was not on file for child care personnel. CCF Handbook, Section 4.6.2
- Correction / follow-up note
- Director informed CCRC that her director credential has expired, Director did submit an application but it was denied. TA was provided: Assistant director had an active director credential and all required documents for director change. Director informed CCRC that she will make the assistant director as the center director until her director credential application get approved. CCRC collected all required documentations for the Director Change, CCRC verified all and changed the director in CARES. 4.7 Director Credential Section 402.305(2)(g), F.S., requires a child care facility to have a credentialed director. Every applicant for a license to operate a child care facility or ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 34 - Credentialed Staff
- Official code
- 34-03
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 steps taken to ensure classrooms consistently maintain the required staff-to-child ratios throughout the day, especially during staff transitions like lunch breaks?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from November 2025 noted an instance where a classroom was over capacity during a staff lunch break. This question helps parents understand how the center manages staffing coverage to prevent similar gaps in supervision.
- Context
- The finding was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your current process for securing and storing potentially hazardous materials to ensure they remain inaccessible to children at all times?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from a 2024 inspection report identified an issue where children had access to a room containing painting supplies. Asking this helps parents understand the center's current protocols for keeping hazardous items in restricted areas.
- Context
- The finding was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you verify that the safety alarm systems on your transport vehicles are functioning correctly before children are loaded for trips?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records from 2023 and 2024 show repeated findings regarding the functionality of vehicle alarm systems. This question allows the center to explain the current maintenance and testing routine for these safety devices.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What procedures are in place to ensure that food items served at the facility are checked for quality and freshness before being provided to children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an inspection report in 2025 mention a finding related to food quality. This question helps parents understand the current food safety and inspection practices used by the staff.
Related violations
Finding-specific
Can you describe the daily routine for inspecting the facility and equipment to ensure everything remains clean and in good repair?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records from 2024 and 2025 show multiple findings related to facility maintenance and cleanliness. This question helps parents learn how the center currently monitors and addresses repair needs.
Related violations