Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 1.6
- Local median
- 1
Mount Calvary Seventh Day Adventist School
3111 E Wilder Ave, Tampa, FL 33610
- License:
- C13HI0090
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 8, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, Drop In, Food Served, Full Day
- Hours:
- Mon-Thu: 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Fri: 6:30AM to 5:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 161
- License expiration:
- August 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
Questions worth asking
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Next: Review the inspection history below and ask the provider what the records mean and what changed afterward.
Latest inspectionNovember 4, 2025
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsNovember 4, 2025
Summary
This summary covers five available inspections for Mount Calvary Seventh Day Adventist School from August 14, 2023 through November 4, 2025.
Three inspections recorded violations, with eight recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on July 29, 2025 and involved equipment or readiness, with a due date of August 29, 2025.
Medication 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
- 5
- Recorded violations
- 8
- Higher-concern violations
- 1
- Repeated topics
- 2
2 in last 12 months
2 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
5 total inspections vs 4 local median in 33610
Compared to 38 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 20%
- Local median
- 17%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 60%
- Local median
- 50%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 2
- Local average
- 1.03
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Equipment or readiness
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 4 recorded violations.
August 14, 2023August 1, 2024July 29, 2025Emergency preparedness
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
August 14, 2023August 1, 2024Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
No recorded violations in this report
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]
- Report comments
- 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. F. 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 must have at least two exits, with at least one being remote from the buildings. If an outdoor play area was approved for usage by the Depar ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by August 29, 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 [monkey bars and playground climber] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Report comments
- The ground cover or other protective surface under the monkey bars and playground climber was not maintained. If the ground cover in place is loose ground cover (such as, but not limited to: mulch, shredded rubber chips, or sand) a minimum of 6 inches in depth is required in the use zone. Asphalt, concrete, hard packed dirt, hay, grass or leaves are unsuitable for use in the use zone area. 2. If the ground cover in place is a unitary playground surface, then the unitary surfacing materials must be installed, maintained, or replaced according to manufacturers instructions. Unitary surfaces must be tested to and comply with ASTM F1292; documentation of test data must be retaine ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by August 29, 2025
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-07
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- The facility did not have a current and approved annual fire safety inspection by the local fire authority. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, A (Section 14.2, number 1) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- Last approved annual fire inspection 3-8-23 3.8.2 Fire Safety 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 at the program
- Correction status
- Due by August 12, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-02
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Items unrelated to diaper changing were stored in the diaper changing area or placed on the diaper changing table/surface. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, G (Section 12.3, number 6) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Items unrelated to diaper changing were stored in the diaper changing area or placed on the diaper changing table/surface. (Cups, water bottles, tablet) The provider removed the items after they were observed to be in the diaper changing area. G. Items unrelated to diaper changing shall not be stored in the diaper changing area nor shall they be placed on the diaper changing table.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
- Official code
- 30-07
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The ground cover or other protective surface under the [swings] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D (Section 11.2, number 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- The ground cover or other protective surface under the [ swings ] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D. The ground cover did not extend to 6 feet in all directions and was measured to be approximately 3 inches in depth. 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 31, 2024
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-07
No recorded violations in this report
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 10.7, number 1) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, counselor observed one of the swing seats was halfway broken. Technical Assistance provided and director advised the swing will not be use by children and she will get it fixed by due date. 3.5 Outdoor Play Area A. The outdoor play area must be clean and free from litter, nails, glass and other hazards.
- Correction status
- Due by September 14, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-01
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- Child care personnel failed to possess a current attendance record and parent contact information during a fire drill, emergency preparedness drill or an actual emergency. CCF Handbook Section 3.8.4, C and 3.8.5, A (Section 14.3, number 2) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- During the inspection a teacher failed to possess a current attendance record and parent contact information during a fire drill, all the children were accounted for and no children were left behind. Technical assistance was provided, director advised it was a new teacher and it was her first fire drill. 3.8.4 Fire Drills C. A current attendance record and parent contact information must accompany child care personnel out of the building during a drill or actual evacuation and be used to account for all children. The operator must maintain a written record of the fire drills showing the date, number of children and child care personnel in attendance, evacuation route used, an ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-12
Higher concern: Medication
- Report finding
- Parental permission was not obtained prior to administering: [ diaper cream]. CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, J and K
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection counselor observed diaper cream in the classroom, and director stated that they do administer diaper cream as needed. However, the director stated she did not know where she put the folder with the parental permission forms. Technical assistance provided, authorization from parents is required and keep for 12 months. 6.5 Medication Childcare programs are not required to give medication; however, if a program chooses to do so, it must comply with the following requirements: K. Use of diaper creams and insect repellant may only be utilized with written permission from parents/guardians. Manufacturer instructions must be followed.
- Correction status
- Due by September 14, 2023
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 40 - Medication
- Official code
- 40-20
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 describe the current process for ensuring that all necessary parental permissions are on file before administering items like diaper cream?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an August 2023 inspection noted an instance where parental permission forms were not immediately available for diaper cream administration. Asking about the current record-keeping process helps clarify how the center ensures all required authorizations are organized and accessible.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps does the center take to maintain the playground surface and ensure it meets safety standards for children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records show that playground equipment and ground cover maintenance have been noted as topics in multiple reports over the past few years. This question allows the director to explain the current maintenance schedule and how the facility ensures play areas remain in good condition.
- Context
- A later inspection on November 4, 2025, showed no violations.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How does the staff practice emergency drills to ensure that attendance records and contact information are always accounted for?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Official inspection reports from 2023 and 2024 identified concerns regarding emergency preparedness and the tracking of attendance during drills. Asking about current drill procedures helps parents understand how the center prepares staff to keep accurate information during an emergency.
- Context
- A later inspection on November 4, 2025, showed no violations.
Related violations
General question
What is your approach to daily classroom organization to ensure that items unrelated to diapering are kept separate from changing surfaces?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Maintaining a clean and organized diapering area is important for hygiene and safety. This question helps parents understand the daily habits and expectations set for teachers in the classroom.
General question
How do you communicate with families about updates to facility policies or changes in daily routines?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Clear communication between the center and families is essential for a positive childcare experience. Understanding how information is shared ensures that parents stay informed about the care their children receive.