Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 1.4
- Local median
- 0.93
New Jerusalem Christian Academy
3101 S Kingsway Rd, Seffner, FL 33584
- License:
- C13HI0114
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 8, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, VPK, Before School, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:00AM to 3:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 32
- License expiration:
- February 28, 2027
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 inspectionApril 15, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsApril 15, 2026
Summary
This summary covers five available inspections for New Jerusalem Christian Academy from February 15, 2024 through April 15, 2026.
Three inspections recorded violations, with seven recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on February 10, 2026 and involved equipment or readiness, with a due date of March 10, 2026.
DaycareFacts did not classify any of these violations at the Higher concern level.
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
- 7
- Higher-concern violations
- 0
- Repeated topics
- 2
2 in last 12 months
4 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
5 total inspections vs 3 local median in 33584
Compared to 21 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 0%
- Local median
- 0%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 60%
- Local median
- 50%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 2
- Local average
- 0.95
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 2 inspections, with 4 recorded violations.
February 15, 2024February 10, 2026Recordkeeping
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
February 19, 2025February 10, 2026Inspection 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 play equipment was not maintained in a safe or sanitary condition for the children to use in that [the metal steps on the metal preschool play gym has some metal chipping at the top of the stairs and 4 blue poles with painting peeling. ]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B and F (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of the inspection the Licensing Specialist observed that the metal steps on the metal preschool play gym has some metal chipping at the top of the stairs and 4 blue poles with painting peeling. Per The DCF Handbook All playground equipment must be securely anchored, unless portable or stationary bydesign, in good repair, maintained in safe and sanitary condition, and placed to ensuresafe use by the children. Maintenance must include inspections conducted everymonth of all supports above and below the ground and of all connectors and movingparts. Documentation of maintenance inspections must be maintained for 12 months.
- Correction status
- Due by March 10, 2026
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-03
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Child(ren) did not have a Florida Certification of Immunization (DH Form 680) or a Religious Exemption from Immunization (DH Form 681), on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the time of the inspection the Licensing Specialist reviewed 4 children's file missing a current Immunization Record.Per the DCF Handbook If the custodial parents or legal guardians fail to provide the documentation requiredabove within 30 days of enrollment, the facility shall not allow the child to remain in theprogram. The parent/guardian of a child who has not received the age- appropriateimmunizations prior to enrollment and who does not have documented medical orreligious exemptions from routine childhood immunizations must providedocumentation of a scheduled appointment or arrangement to receive immunizations.Providers must include a general statement in parent ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by March 10, 2026
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Child(ren) did not have a Student Health Examination/DH (Form 3040), or an equivalent health statement on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the time of the inspection the Licensing Specialist reviewed 6 children's file missing Student Health Exam.Per the DCF Handbook If the custodial parents or legal guardians fail to provide the documentation requiredabove within 30 days of enrollment, the facility shall not allow the child to remain in theprogram.
- Correction status
- Due by March 10, 2026
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
- Official code
- 42-01
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The personnel/ volunteer (ten hours or more per month) record did not include a CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form signed annually. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the time of the inspection the Licensing Specialist reviewed 3 staff file with expired Child Abuse and Reporting forms. This was corrected at the time of the inspection as all 3 staff signed new forms dated 2/10/26.Per the DCF Handbook CF-FSP Form 5337, Child Abuse & Neglect Reporting Requirements, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(l), F.A.C., must be signed on or before hire date and annually thereafter by all child care personnel.During the time of inspection, the Owner/Operator/Director advised the Licensing Specialist that there 6 employees.? During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 6 of the 6 employee records.?
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-04
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The personnel/ volunteer (ten hours or more per month) record did not include a CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form signed annually. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the time of the inspection the Licensing Specialist observed that the 2 staff files did not include the Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Form. This was corrected at the time of the inspection as the 2 staff signed an Abuse and Neglect Reporting Form dated 2/19/25. Per the DCF Handbook CF-FSP Form 5337, Child Abuse & Neglect Reporting Requirements, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(l), F.A.C., must be signed on or before hire date and annually thereafter by all child care personnel.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-04
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Child(ren) did not have a Florida Certification of Immunization (DH Form 680) or a Religious Exemption from Immunization (DH Form 681), on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1, B (Section 19.2, number 2) Record Keeping [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the time of the inspection the Child Care Licensing Specialist reviewed 5 children's files missing an Immunization Record. Per The DCF Handbook B. If the custodial parents or legal guardians fail to provide the documentation required above within 30 days of enrollment, the facility shall not allow the child to remain in the program. The parent/guardian of a child who has not received the age-appropriate immunizations prior to enrollment and who does not have documented medical or religious exemptions from routine childhood immunizations must provide documentation of a scheduled appointment or arrangement to receive immunizations. Providers must include a general statem ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by March 15, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Child(ren) did not have a Student Health Examination/DH (Form 3040), or an equivalent health statement on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2, C (Section 19.2, number 1) Record Keeping [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the time of the inspection the Child Care Licensing Specialist reviewed 4 files that needed a Student Health Exam Form. Per the DCF Handbook C. If the custodial parents or legal guardians fail to provide the documentation required above within 30 days of enrollment, the facility shall not allow the child to remain in the program.
- Correction status
- Due by March 15, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
- Official code
- 42-01
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 walk me through your process for performing routine safety checks on outdoor play equipment?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from a February 2026 inspection noted that some playground equipment, specifically metal steps and poles, required maintenance to address surface wear. Asking about current maintenance routines helps parents understand how the center ensures equipment remains in good repair.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your current process for ensuring all required health and immunization documents are complete and up-to-date for every child?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records from 2024 and 2026 show that missing student health or immunization records were identified on multiple occasions. Discussing the current record-keeping process helps parents understand how the center tracks these important documents.
- Context
- A later clean inspection was recorded in April 2026.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you manage the annual renewal of staff training or reporting forms to ensure all personnel files stay current?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Official inspection reports from 2025 and 2026 noted instances where staff files were missing updated annual reporting forms. Asking about the current tracking system for staff documentation helps parents understand how the center maintains compliance with personnel requirements.
- Context
- These items were corrected at the time of the inspections.
Related violations
General question
How do you communicate with families if a required document, like a health exam or immunization form, is nearing its expiration date?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Proactive communication regarding document expiration helps ensure that children's files remain complete without interruption to care. This question helps parents understand how the center partners with families to keep records current.
General question
What is your approach to daily supervision and monitoring of children while they are using the outdoor play areas?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Understanding how staff supervise children during outdoor play provides insight into the center's daily safety practices. This helps parents feel confident about the level of attention children receive during active play times.