Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 1.8
- Local median
- 0.75
Sunshine Children's Learning Center LLC
3923 W Bay Ave, Tampa, FL 33616
- License:
- C13HI0261
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 8, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- 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:
- 82
- License expiration:
- April 30, 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.
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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 inspectionMay 11, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsApril 11, 2024
Summary
This summary covers five available inspections for Sunshine Children's Learning Center LLC from April 11, 2024 through May 11, 2026.
Four inspections recorded violations, with nine recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on May 11, 2026 and involved sleep safety.
The available reports do not include a later inspection with no recorded violations after that violation.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 5
- Recorded violations
- 9
- Higher-concern violations
- 3
- Repeated topics
- 1
3 in last 12 months
6 in last 12 months
3 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
5 total inspections vs 4 local median in Tampa
Compared to 427 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 40%
- Local median
- 17%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 80%
- Local median
- 40%
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 3 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
April 11, 2025April 7, 2026Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
Higher concern: Sleep safety
- Report finding
- A minimum distance of 18'' was not maintained between each napping/sleeping space. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.2, C Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that a minimum distance of 18 inches was not maintained between each napping cot in age 3&4 classroom and age 2 classroom. During the inspection, this has been resolved. Teachers repositioned the childrens napping cots to ensure a minimum spacing of 18 inches, meeting licensing requirements. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance per CCF Handbook: 3.6.2 Nap/Sleep Space C. A minimum of 18 inches must be maintained around individual napping and sleeping spaces. A maximum of two sides of a napping or sleeping space may be against a solid barrier, such as the wall. The solid side of a ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 19 - Nap/Sleep Space Requirements
- Official code
- 19-02
Higher concern: Sleep safety
- Report finding
- The nap/sleep space interfered with exit areas. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.2, E Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that a child was sleeping in front of the exit door in the age 3&4 classroom. During the inspection, this has been resolved. The teacher relocated the child who had been sleeping in front of the exit door in the age 3&4 classroom to ensure compliance with licensing requirement. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance per CCF Handbook: 3.6.2 Nap/Sleep Space E. Napping and sleeping areas must not be in exit areas. All exits must remain clear in accordance with fire safety requirements.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 19 - Nap/Sleep Space Requirements
- Official code
- 19-05
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 Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed the popcorn ceiling paint is cracked and peeling near the entrance in the age 3 classroom. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed the three safety belt covers are missing in the vehicle (VIN 4283). During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided Technical Assistance (TA) per CCF Handbook: 3.1 General Health and Safety Requirements A. 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. O ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by May 7, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The vehicle alarm installed was not in working condition. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- On 02-12-2026, the Licensing Office received a petition for a variance from the rule regarding the alarm system installation position for the vehicle (VIN 4283) from the owner. As a result, the alarm system for vehicle (VIN 4283) was marked as not monitored. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that the alarm system installed in the vehicle (VIN 2610) did not activate within the required one-minute timeframe. The alarm did not activate until after more than two minutes had passed. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided Technical Assistance (TA) per CCF Handbook: 2.5.4 Vehicle Requirements F. By January 1, 2022 all vehicles used by child c ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by May 7, 2026
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 07 - Vehicle Requirements
- Official code
- 07-06
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 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that water bottles and blankets were stored together with extra diapers in the cubbies above the diaper-changing area in the age 1 classroom. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided TA per CCF Handbook: 3.10.2 Diapering Requirements 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
- Due by May 7, 2026
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 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed and measured the mulch depth under the swings in the playground near the age- 1 classroom. The highest mulch depth measured was 5 inches while the average mulch depth was 3 inches, which does not meet the Licensing requirement. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided TA per CCF Handbook: 3.12 Outdoor Equipment 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 fal ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by May 7, 2026
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-07
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
- During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed areas of the popcorn ceiling paint are cracked and peeling in the three -year-old room. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed a crack in the ceiling stretching from one side of the room to the other and large water stains in the two-year old room. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook: All childcare 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 ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by May 10, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- The facility did not have a fire extinguisher with a minimum rating of 2A10BC within 75 feet of rooms occupied by children or in vehicles used to transport children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, C (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the time inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed the Fire Extinguishers in both vehicles did not have a minimum reading 2A10BC. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook: "The distance to the nearest extinguisher shall not be more than 75 feet from rooms occupied by children. A fire extinguisher must be present in vehicles used to transport children and areas where food is prepared."
- Correction status
- Due by May 12, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-04
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The facility does not have documentation for all child care personnel on required annual refresher education of the facilitys exposure plan. CCF Handbook, Section 6 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed the facility did not have documentation for seven childcare personnel on required annual refresher education of the facilitys exposure plan. During the time of the inspection, this was resolved by the Director going over the facility Exposure Plan with staff and supplying the documentation to the Licensing Specialist. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook: "Children in care must be observed on a daily basis for signs of communicable disease. B. Any child, childcare personnel, or other person in the childcare facility suspected of havin ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 35 - Communicable Disease Control
- Official code
- 35-12
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
Could you walk me through your current process for setting up nap areas to ensure they remain clear and safe for children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from a May 2026 inspection noted an instance where a child's nap space interfered with an exit area. This question helps clarify how staff are trained to maintain clear pathways and proper sleep arrangements.
- Context
- The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps do you take to ensure that all safety equipment in your vehicles, such as alarm systems, is functioning properly before transporting children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from April 2026 identified a concern regarding the activation timing of a vehicle alarm system. This question allows you to understand the routine maintenance and testing procedures for transportation safety.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you manage daily facility maintenance to ensure that areas like ceilings or play surfaces are kept in good repair?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records from 2025 and 2026 show repeated findings related to the facility's physical condition, such as ceiling maintenance. This question helps you learn about the center's current approach to identifying and addressing repair needs.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your process for maintaining playground equipment and ground cover to ensure it stays safe for the children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An inspection report from April 2026 noted that the protective ground cover under playground equipment needed maintenance. This question helps you understand how the center monitors and updates its outdoor play areas.
Related violations
General question
How do you communicate with families about daily routines and any changes in classroom procedures?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Consistent communication helps parents stay informed about their child's daily experience and the center's operational practices. Understanding how information is shared can provide insight into the center's transparency and partnership with families.