Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 1.29
- Local median
- 1.24
Bowman Academy
3407 Latania Dr, Tampa, FL 33618
- License:
- C13HI0206
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 8, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- After School, Before School, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:30AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 119
- License expiration:
- July 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
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 inspectionMarch 25, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsNovember 10, 2025
Summary
This summary covers seven available inspections for Bowman Academy from January 9, 2023 through March 25, 2026.
Three inspections recorded violations, with nine recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on March 25, 2026 and involved hazardous access.
That higher-concern topic showed up in two inspections.
The available reports do not include a later inspection with no recorded violations after that violation.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 7
- Recorded violations
- 9
- Higher-concern violations
- 3
- Repeated topics
- 3
4 in last 12 months
9 in last 12 months
3 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
7 total inspections vs 6 local median in 33618
Compared to 10 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 29%
- Local median
- 21%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 43%
- Local median
- 46%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 3
- Local average
- 1.8
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 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
July 16, 2025September 15, 2025Hazardous access
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
July 16, 2025March 25, 2026Staff training
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
July 16, 2025March 25, 2026Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
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 time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed teachers personal bags and purses were stored in various classrooms in low unlocked shelving or on tables accessible to the children in care. The shed on the outdoor play area which stored paint cans was unlocked. During the time of the inspection, this was resolved by the operator locking the shed and teachers personal belongings being moved to areas out of childrens reach. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook: B. All potentially harmful items, including cleaning supplies, flammable products, poisonous, toxic, and hazardous materials ... [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: 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
- Inspector notes
- During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed one child care personnel did not complete the 40 hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook: Child care personnel must successfully complete 40 hours of child care training as evidenced by successful completion of competency examinations offered by the Department or its designated representative with a weighted score of 70 or better. Child care personnel who successfully completed the mandatory 40-hour Introductory Child Care Training prior to January 1, 2004 are not required to fulfill the ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by May 25, 2026
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
- Inspector notes
- During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed 4 child care personnel did not have documentation to show completion of a Department approved five-hour early literacy and language development course. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook: 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 CEUs. Early literacy training must be completed within 12 months of date of employment in the child care indust ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by May 25, 2026
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-06
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The ground cover or other protective surface under the [swing sets] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D
- Inspector notes
- During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed both swing sets did not have a fall zone with a minimum of 6 feet in all directions from the perimeter of the equipment. The swing set with the green chains met the requirements measured from the seats, however, measuring from the metal posts the mulch only extended 4ft on the right side and 2ft 5in on the left side. The swing set with the yellow chains met the requirements measured from the seats, however, measuring from the metal posts the mulch only extended 4ft on the right side and 1ft on the left side. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CC ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by October 15, 2025
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-07
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 time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed Teacher #1, Teacher #2, Teacher #3, and Teacher #4's classrooms did not have a written plan of scheduled activities did not include alternate activities in case of inclement weather. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the 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 sh ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by August 18, 2025
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 09 - Planned Activities
- Official code
- 09-04
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 time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed a bottle of bleach solution stored on a low shelf in Teacher #1's room. 9 pairs of adult scissors, staplers, staple removers, hand sanitizer, and body lotion stored on the blue table in Teacher #6 's room. Hand sanitizer was stored on a low shelf in Teacher #5's room. A storage closet in Teacher #5's room was observed unlocked, when the Licensing specialist opened the door there were 2 more unlocked doors where disinfectant sprays, toilet cleaner, and floor cleaner were being stored. Adult scissors and hand sanitizer were stored on low shelves in Teacher #4's room. The bathroom in Teacher #4's room had an un ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by August 18, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 13 - Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons
- Official code
- 13-02
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The ground cover or other protective surface under the [swing sets] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D
- Inspector notes
- During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed both swing sets did not have a fall zone with a minimum of 6 feet in all directions from the perimeter of the equipment. The swing set with the green chains met the requirements measured from the seats, however, measuring from the metal posts the mulch only extended 4ft on the right side and 2ft 5in on the left side. The swing set with the yellow chains met the requirements measured from the seats, however, measuring from the metal posts the mulch only extended 4ft on the right side and 1ft on the left side. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CC ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by August 18, 2025
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-07
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
- Inspector notes
- During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed 1 child care personnel did not complete the required Part 1 Child Care Facility portion of training. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook: 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 Department or its designated representative with a weighted score of 70 or better. Child care personnel who successfully completed the mandatory 40-hour Introductory Child Care Training prior to January 1 ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by October 16, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-01
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- A complete CF-FSP Form 5131, Background Screening and Personnel File Requirements, was not on file for all employees. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1, A
- Inspector notes
- During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed 2 child care personnel did not have a CF-FSP Form 5131, Background Screening and Personnel File Requirements, in their file. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook: A. Each personnel record must have a completed CF-FSP Form 5131, Background Screening and Personnel File Requirements, which is incorporated by reference in paragraph 65C-22.001(7)(b), F.A.C."
- Correction status
- Due by August 18, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-01
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
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 does the center take to ensure that personal belongings and potentially harmful items are always stored securely and out of reach of children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from recent inspections in 2025 and 2026 show instances where items like cleaning supplies or personal bags were accessible to children. Asking this helps parents understand the current daily procedures for maintaining a secure environment.
- Context
- The most recent finding was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
Could you explain your process for ensuring that all staff members have their required background screening documentation on file and up to date?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from 2025 noted that some required background screening forms were missing from personnel files. This question helps parents understand how the center manages and verifies staff documentation.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you track and verify that all staff members complete their required introductory training and ongoing professional development courses?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records from 2025 and 2026 show repeated findings regarding staff training documentation and completion requirements. This question helps parents learn about the center's current system for monitoring staff qualifications.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your routine for inspecting outdoor play equipment to ensure the ground cover and fall zones are properly maintained?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from 2025 inspections indicate that the protective surface under outdoor play equipment did not meet maintenance requirements. Asking about this helps parents understand how the center ensures the safety of the playground.
Related violations
General question
How do you keep parents informed about the daily activity plans and any adjustments made for indoor or outdoor play?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Understanding how a center communicates its daily schedule helps parents feel connected to their child's routine and learning experience. This question provides insight into how the provider manages classroom activities and keeps families updated.