Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 3.75
- Local median
- 1.64
The Tampa JCC/Federation Inc
2710 S Ysabella Ave, Tampa, FL 33629
- License:
- C13HI0169
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 8, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- VPK, Before School, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:30AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 129
- License expiration:
- December 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.
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 inspectionDecember 9, 2025
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsDecember 9, 2025
Summary
This summary covers four available inspections for The Tampa JCC/Federation Inc from November 17, 2023 through December 9, 2025.
Two inspections recorded violations, with 15 recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on December 9, 2025 and involved hazardous access, with a due date of August 21, 2026.
The available reports do not include a later inspection with no recorded violations after that violation.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 4
- Recorded violations
- 15
- Higher-concern violations
- 2
- Repeated topics
- 1
2 in last 12 months
14 in last 12 months
2 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
4 total inspections vs 4 local median in 33629
Compared to 15 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 25%
- Local median
- 25%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 50%
- Local median
- 39%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 1
- Local average
- 0.87
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 2 recorded violations.
December 17, 2024December 9, 2025Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
No recorded violations in this report
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The facility's written plan of scheduled activities was not posted in a conspicuous place accessible to the custodial parents or legal guardians. CCF Handbook, Section 2.6
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed the written plan of scheduled activities was not posted in VPK classroom (Gold Classroom).During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance (TA) per CCF Handbook:2.6 Planned ActivitiesEach group or class must have a written and followed plan of scheduled activities posted in an easily seen location accessible to parents/guardians. The written plan must meet the needs of the children being served and must include alternate activities in case of bad weather. The written plan shall include a variety of activities that range from structured to unstructured activities that encourage a childs developmental growth.
- Correction status
- Due by August 21, 2026
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 09 - Planned Activities
- Official code
- 09-03
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The facilitys written plan of scheduled activities did not include alternate activities in case of inclement weather. CCF Handbook, Section 2.6
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed written alternate activities for inclement weather was not posted out in each classroom.During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided TA per CCF Handbook:2.6 Planned Activities Each group or class must have a written and followed plan of scheduled activities posted in an easily seen location accessible to parents/guardians. The written plan must meet the needs of the children being served and must include alternate activities in case of bad weather. The written plan shall include a variety of activities that range from structured to unstructured activities that encourage a childs developmental growth.
- Correction status
- Due by August 21, 2026
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 09 - Planned Activities
- Official code
- 09-04
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Areas of the facility were found to be in need of cleaning. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed the following area require cleaning:1. Peeling paint was observed on the walls in several classrooms.2. Glitter was observed inside the cabinet located in the infant room napping area. The cabinet door was open during the inspection.3. Paint residue was observed on walls, cabinet surfaces, and water sinks in several classrooms.4. Debris, dust, and stains were observed inside water sink cabinets in multiple classrooms.5. Mold was observed on the ceilings of several restrooms within classrooms.6. Sticky dust and debris were found on the white crib frame in the infant room.7. Accumulated debris and dust were observed on ai ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by August 21, 2026
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
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed the following maintenance concerns:1. Ceiling tiles with signs of water damage were observed in multiple classrooms and the hallway area.2. Rusted toilet water shut-off valves were observed in several restrooms. Additionally, some valves were missing wall attachments.3. Rusted cabinet door hinges were observed inside several water sink cabinets in several classrooms. One handle of the cabinet was detaching from the cabinet door. One bottom part of the cabinet door was detaching from the cabinet.5. A broken aroma dispenser was observed in a childrens restroom. The Operator advised that these dispensers have not been in u ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by August 21, 2026
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
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that children in care had access to the following chemical items:1. A Swiffer WetJet spray mop with a liquid refill installed, placed in the infant napping room.2. In the Age 3 classroom, chemical products were stored inside a cabinet with a broken child safety latch, including:- Two bottles of Suave Essentials Tropical Coconut Nourishing Conditioner- One bottle of White Rain Moisturizing Conditioner- Two bottles of shaving cream spray3. A large box containing several chemical products, such as laundry detergents, hand soaps, shampoos, and conditioners, was observed in the lobby. The Operator advised the Licensing Speci ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by August 21, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 13 - Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons
- Official code
- 13-02
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- Knives and/or sharp tools were accessible to children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that children in care had access to knives and/or sharp tools in following areas:1. In the infant napping room, one adult scissor and several paper clips were stored in an unlocked cabinet drawer.2. In the infant room, one adult scissor, one screwdriver, and one measuring tape were stored inside the unlocked drawer of a blue cabinet. During the inspection, a child was observed standing nearby, opening the door of a wooden play structure next to the cabinet. The child was tall enough to reach and open the cabinet drawer.3. In the kitchen, one adult scissor and several knives were stored inside an unlocked drawer, while t ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by August 21, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 13 - Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons
- Official code
- 13-04
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The facility failed to post the room capacity in each room. CCF Handbook, Section 3.4.1, A
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that the capacity number was not post in Age 2&3 classroom and two VPK classrooms.During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided TA per CCF Handbook:3.4.1 Licensed Capacity A. The capacity, as calculated by the licensing authority, must be posted in a conspicuous location within each room.B. The licensed capacity of a child care program is determined by the following factors: 1. Indoor floor space 2. Outdoor square footage 3. Sewer/septic capacity (as determined by Environmental Health) 4. Number of toilets/wash basinsLicensed capacity is determined by the most restrictive of these factors.
- Correction status
- Due by August 21, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 15 - Licensed Capacity
- Official code
- 15-05
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
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that childrens sleeping mats were stored directly on the classroom floors, and bedding/linens were organized in a manner that allowed them to touch each other in several classrooms.During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided TA per CCF Handbook:3.6.1 Bedding and Linens 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 area for children that choose to rest.G. Bedding and linens, when not in use, must be stored in a sanitary manner which prevents the spread of germs or lic ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by August 21, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 18 - Bedding and Linens
- Official code
- 18-12
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- The facility did not maintain the sink, toilet and/or bath facilities used by the children in good operating condition, clean and sanitized or disinfected, posing a threat to the health, safety or well-being of the children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.7, I
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed a toilet remained unflushed in Age 3 classroom. The Operator advised that the classroom was empty because the children and teachers were on the outdoor playground. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided TA per CCF Handbook: "3.7 Restrooms and Bath Facilities I. Each toilet and sink must be maintained in good operating condition, cleaned and sanitized or disinfected as needed, but at least once per day. Sinks utilized for teeth brushing activities/procedures by the children must be sanitized prior to the activity occurring." During the inspection, this has been resolved. The toilet has been flushed.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 21 - Restrooms and Bath Facilities
- Official code
- 21-12
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Children were provided food that was not age appropriate and/or posed a choking hazard. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, B & C
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the inspection, the Operator advised that the childrens custodial parents/legal guardians provide their children with their meals and snack. The Operator also advised the Licensing Specialist that each Friday, children that are in care are served pizza catered by Shayes & Associates Inc., Tampa Pizza Company., which is regulated by the Department of Business and Professional Regulation on Division of Hotels and Restaurants #SEA3916875. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that food in the age 1 classroom was not cut into 1/2- inch pieces or smaller before being served. A cheese stick was also observed in a childs lunch box. During the inspection, th ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 25 - Meals and Snacks
- Official code
- 25-02
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- The diaper changing surface was not cleaned and sanitized or disinfected after each use. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, E
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed dust and debris on the underside of diaper changing pads in several classrooms.During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided TA per CCF Handbook:3.10.2 Diapering RequirementsE. 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
- Due by August 21, 2026
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
- Official code
- 30-05
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Diaper changing procedure was not posted in the changing area and/or was not followed. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, L
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed the diaper changing procedure was not posted in the changing area in several classrooms.During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided TA per CCF Handbook:3.10.2 Diapering RequirementsL. Diaper changing procedure must be posted in the changing area and followed to protect the health and safety of children and child care personnel.
- Correction status
- Due by August 21, 2026
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
- Official code
- 30-14
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 [outdoor playground area.]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B and F
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed the following items requiring repair or replacement: 1. The climbing chain ladders connected to the large slide were observed to be rusted.2. Several areas of the stair platform on the large slide had been covered with tape. The Operator advised the Licensing Specialist that the tape was used to fix broken sections that occurred within the past six months. Rust was observed at multiple connecting points of the large slide.3. Several balls were found with unknown black substances. These balls were located in the middle section between the wooden shade and the building wall, enclosed by fences on both sides to restrict ch ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by August 21, 2026
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-03
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documentation to show child care personnel had begun the introductory training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.1
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed one teacher didn't begin the introductory training with 90 days of employment in the child care industry. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided TA per CCF Handbook: "4.1 Beginning Training Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month must begin training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry and successfully complete Departments training within 12 months from the date training begins. Training taken prior to employment in the child care industry does not constitute begin training. The begin training timeframes begin at the time of employment in the chi ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-03
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1
- Inspector notes
- During the time of inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that 5 children have the immunization records expired. 7.1 Immunization Records The child care facility is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed Florida Certification of Immunization form Part A-1, B, or C, DH 680, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(o), F.A.C., or the Religious Exemption from Immunization form, DH 681, which is incorporated by reference in 65C- 22.001(7)(p), F.A.C., from the custodial parent or legal guardian. DH Form 680 and DH Form 681 may be obtained from the local county health department. Specific immunization requirement ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by January 24, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-02
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 have been taken to ensure that sharp tools and knives are securely stored out of reach of children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an inspection in December 2025 show that sharp items were accessible to children in certain areas, and this question helps clarify the current storage protocols.
- Context
- The correction for this finding is due by 8/21/2026.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How does the center manage the storage of cleaning supplies and other hazardous materials to prevent children from accessing them?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from December 2025 identified concerns regarding the accessibility of chemical products, and this question allows the director to explain the current safety measures in place.
- Context
- The correction for this finding is due by 8/21/2026.
Related violations
Finding-specific
Could you describe the process for ensuring that all food served to children is prepared in an age-appropriate manner to prevent choking?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- The available inspection records show that food safety and preparation have been a topic of concern in recent reports, making it helpful to understand how the staff currently handles meal preparation.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is the center's routine for cleaning and sanitizing diaper changing areas throughout the day?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from the December 2025 inspection noted concerns regarding the cleanliness of diaper changing surfaces, and this question helps parents understand the current maintenance schedule.
- Context
- The correction for this finding is due by 8/21/2026.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How does the facility maintain its physical environment to ensure that areas remain clean and in good repair?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official report from December 2025 mentioned observations regarding facility maintenance and cleaning needs, and this question provides an opportunity to discuss the center's ongoing facility upkeep plan.
- Context
- The correction for this finding is due by 8/21/2026.
Related violations