Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 1
- Local median
- 1.55
Just For Tots Academy
4417 N Lois Ave, Tampa, FL 33614
- License:
- C13HI0333
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 8, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, VPK, After School, Before School, Food Served, Full Day, Transportation
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 6:00AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 126
- License expiration:
- March 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.
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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 20, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsApril 14, 2025
Summary
This summary covers five available inspections for Just For Tots Academy from March 12, 2024 through March 20, 2026.
Three inspections recorded violations, with five recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on March 20, 2026 and involved staff-to-child ratio.
The available reports do not include a later inspection with no recorded violations after that violation.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 5
- Recorded violations
- 5
- Higher-concern violations
- 2
- Repeated topics
- 0
2 in last 12 months
3 in last 12 months
2 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
5 total inspections vs 6 local median in 33614
Compared to 30 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 40%
- Local median
- 33%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 60%
- Local median
- 50%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 0
- Local average
- 2.07
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
No repeated topics found
The available reports do not show the same violation topic appearing in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. Review the inspection history below for any one-time violations or report details.
Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
- Report finding
- A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [8] children is required. A ratio of [0] child care personnel for [8] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Ratio(s) (First Observation) 1:11 2-year olds 1:8 3-year olds 1:8 3-year olds 1:10 4 and 5-year olds 1:12 4, 5, and Schoolage 0:8 Schoolage 1:9 Schoolage Ratio(s) (Second Observation) 1:11 2-year olds 1:8 3-year olds 1:8 3-year olds 1:10 4 and 5-year olds 1:12 4, 5, and Schoolage 1:8 Schoolage 1:9 Schoolage Upon arrival to the facility the Licensing Specialist observed one in the first Schoolage room with 9 children. The teacher in this room stated that they had 17 children. When the licensing Specialist asked where the other 8 children were the Owner advised that the teacher stands in the doorway to supervise both classrooms. The Licensing Specialist advised the teacher and ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Ratio Sufficient
- Official code
- 03-01
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]
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed the alarm in the transportation vehicle was non-operational. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook: For the purpose of this section, vehicles refer to those owned, operated or regularly used by the child care program, and vehicles that provide transportation through a contract or agreement with an outside entity. Parents/guardians personal vehicles used for transporting during field trips are excluded from meeting the requirements of this sub-section All vehicles regularly used to transport children must be inspected annually by a mech ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by March 25, 2026
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 07 - Vehicle Requirements
- Official code
- 07-06
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 the metal tubing attaching to the seat in the lunch room pierced through the plastic seat and it now an open metal ring which a child cannot sit on. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook: 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. Outdoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety. Any problems mu ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by March 25, 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 a fire extinguisher with a minimum rating of 2A10BC available in the food preparation area. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, B (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored the Fire Drill Log and observed documentation of the last fire drill having been conducted on 2-28-25. The last approved fire inspection for this facility was dated 2-6-25. The fire extinguisher certifications are valid until 1-2026. During the time of the inspection, the licensing Specialist observed the fire extinguisher in the transportation vehicle did not meet the minimum rating of 2A10BC. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook: B. Fire extinguishers with a minimum rating of 2A:10BC must be properly installed, serviced and maintained with cur ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 7, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-03
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 that 13 personnel did not have documentation on required annual refresher education of the facilitys exposure plan. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook: There are three common modes of transmission for the spread of microorganisms in child care settings: contact, droplet, and airborne. Many common infections encountered in the child care setting are transmitted by direct or indirect contact. Child care facilities shall develop a written exposure plan regarding universal safety precautions, recommended by the Centers for Disease Contr ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 7, 2025
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
Can you explain how you ensure that staff-to-child ratios are consistently maintained throughout the day, especially during transitions or when children are moving between areas?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an inspection in March 2026 show a finding related to staff-to-child ratios. Asking about current supervision practices helps clarify how the center ensures enough staff are present with children at all times.
- Context
- The finding was noted as corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your current process for checking that all safety equipment in your transportation vehicles is fully functional before children are picked up or dropped off?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from February 2026 noted a concern regarding the condition of a vehicle alarm. This question helps parents understand the routine maintenance and safety checks performed on vehicles used by the center.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you handle daily safety inspections of your indoor play areas and furniture to ensure everything remains in good repair for the children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records from February 2026 mention a finding regarding the physical condition of equipment in the lunch room. Asking about daily maintenance logs helps parents understand how the facility monitors the environment for potential hazards.
Related violations
Finding-specific
Could you describe the training process for your staff regarding emergency preparedness and the use of safety equipment like fire extinguishers?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an inspection in March 2025 indicated a concern regarding the availability of specific fire safety equipment. This question helps parents learn about the center's commitment to staff training and emergency readiness.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your approach to ensuring all staff members stay up-to-date with required health and safety training and documentation?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official report from March 2025 noted a finding regarding documentation of staff education on exposure plans. Asking about this process helps parents understand how the center manages ongoing professional development and health requirements.
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