Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 1.11
- Local median
- 0.45
Children's Nest Day School
15713 Mapledale Dr, Tampa, FL 33624
- License:
- C13HI0188
- 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, Transportation
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 150
- License expiration:
- July 31, 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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Latest inspectionJune 17, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsAugust 21, 2025
Summary
This summary covers nine available inspections for Children's Nest Day School from July 20, 2023 through June 17, 2026.
Five inspections recorded violations, with 10 recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on June 17, 2026 and involved facility condition, with a due date of July 17, 2026.
Hazardous access was a higher-concern topic that showed up in one inspection.
The available reports do not include a later inspection with no recorded violations after that violation.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 9
- Recorded violations
- 10
- Higher-concern violations
- 2
- Repeated topics
- 1
3 in last 12 months
2 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
9 total inspections vs 4.5 local median in 33624
Compared to 22 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 11%
- Local median
- 13%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 56%
- Local median
- 29%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 1
- Local average
- 0.91
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Facility condition
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
July 20, 2023June 17, 2026Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
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
- Licensing specialist observed the following: 1. The second seat on the 08 Ford/vin#58447 transportation Vehicle was ripped from the corner exposing the foam inside. 2. The second seat on the 13Ford/vin#64556 transportation Vehicle had a rip on the back of the second seats row, and a hole in the last row exposing the foam inside. 3. The rubber lining around the 13 Ford/vin#64556 transportations side door was out of the place. TA was provided: Licensing Specialist discussed requirement with the provider. 3.1 General Health and Safety Requirements, A. All childcare facilities must be clean, in good repair, free from health and safety hazards and from evidence of, or presence of, ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by July 17, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
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
- Licensing Specialist observed that the fire extinguishers in the facility and on both Vans were not serviced and retagged timely, All Fire Extinguishers expired on June 2025. TA was provided: Licensing Specialist discussed requirement with the provider. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2 Fire Safety: B. Fire extinguishers with a minimum rating of 2A:10BC must be properly installed, serviced and maintained with current inspection tags at all times.
- Correction status
- Due by August 14, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-05
No recorded violations in this report
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
- Licensing Specialist observed that the Child care personnel that started working on 8/14/2023 did not complete the 40 hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement. Above mentioned employee did not complete required competency exam for part 2. Above mentioned employee scheduled (UDAP and PSPR) part 2 required exams om 4/12/2025, Licensing Specialist gave the employee extra 4 days for the test result to appear on the training system. 4.2 Training Requirements CCF Handbook Section 4.2.1 Mandated Introductory Training Child care personnel must successfully complete 40 hours of child care training as evidenced by successful completion of competency examinations offered by the ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 16, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-01
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documentation to show completion of a Department approved five-hour early literacy and language development course for child care personnel within 12 months of date of employment in child care industry and/or the early literacy course documentation was not uploaded in the Florida Pathways/Registry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.2 and 4.5, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3)
- Inspector notes
- Licensing Specialist observed that the Child care personnel that started working on 8/14/2023 did not complete the Department approved five-hour early literacy and language development course for child care personnel within 12 months of date of employment in child care industry. Licensing Specialist gave extra time for the center to bring this standard into compliance to align the due date with standard 33.1 4.2.2 Early Literacy Training Pursuant to Section 402.305(2)(e)5., F.S., all child care personnel must complete a single course of training in early literacy and language development of children ages birth through five years that is a minimum of five clock hours or .5 CEU ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 16, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-06
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- A wading pool, or inflatable water slide with a landing area where water collects, was used by children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, H
- Inspector notes
- Licensing Specialist observed an inflatable water slide with a landing area where water was collecting. The Inflatable was designed to not collect water, although it did collect water. Licensing Specialist observed children sliding to the landing area that had water. TA was provided: Director removed the water collected, and shut the water. Later, deflated the slide and turned the water sprinklers on for the children to complete there water day schedule, thus returning this standard into compliance at the time of this inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-10
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- A health deficiency having a moderate potential for harm to the children in care was observed. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 (Section 10, numbers 1-11) Physical Environment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- During time of inspection, Child Care Regulation observed a wasp nest in the upper left corner of the window next to entrance of building. TA- 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 August 4, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-04
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- The facility did not have electrical outlet covers or the outlet covers were not in place. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, I
- Inspector notes
- During time of inspection, Child Care Regulation observed electrical outlet covers were not in place in the main walkway, main room, 4 and 5 classroom, and outside wall of the preschool playground. TA-All accessible electrical outlets must be tamper-resistant electrical outlets that contain internal shutter mechanisms to prevent children from sticking objects into receptacles. In settings that do not have tamper-resistant electrical outlets, outlets shall have safety covers.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-18
Higher concern: Medication
- Report finding
- Parental permission was not obtained prior to administering: [ diaper cream]. CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, J and K
- Correction / follow-up note
- During time of inspection, Child Care Regulation observed diaper cream that did not have a medication authorization form from the custodial parents for 1 child. TA-The child care program must have written authorization from the custodial parent or legal guardian to give prescription and non- prescription medications. This authorization must be dated and signed by the custodial parent or legal guardian and contain the childs name; the name of the medication to be given; and date, time and amount of the correct dosage to be given. Prescription and non- prescription medications that are used on an as needed basis require the parent/ legal guardian to provide additional documenta ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by August 3, 2023
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 40 - Medication
- Official code
- 40-20
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 (Section 19.2, number 2) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- During time of inspection, 1 Child did not have a Certificate of immunization on file and 12 children are expired. TA-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 requirements are included and detailed ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by August 21, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-02
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 time of inspection, 1 Child did not have a Student Health Examination/DH (Form 3040), or an equivalent health statement on file. TA- 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 August 21, 2023
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
What steps does the center take to ensure that all electrical outlets are properly covered and inaccessible to children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report previously noted that some outlet covers were not in place, and this question helps confirm current safety practices.
- Context
- This item was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you manage the authorization process for administering items like diaper cream to ensure all required documentation is on file?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records show a past instance where parental permission documentation was missing for medication administration.
Related violations
Finding-specific
Could you tell me about the current process for ensuring that all facility equipment, including transportation vehicles, is kept in good repair?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records show that maintenance of facility equipment and transportation vehicles has been noted in recent inspection reports.
- Context
- The facility is currently working to address these items by the July 2026 due date.
Related violations
Finding-specific
Can you describe the routine maintenance and inspection schedule for fire safety equipment at the facility?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records indicate a previous finding regarding the timely servicing and tagging of fire extinguishers.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your process for tracking staff training requirements to ensure all certifications are current and documented?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report noted that documentation for specific staff training courses was not available at the time of the visit.
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