Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.83
- Local median
- 1
Istaba Peace Academy
7326 E Sligh Ave, Tampa, FL 33610
- License:
- C13HI0392
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 8, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, VPK, Full Day, Half Day
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:45AM to 4:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 123
- License expiration:
- September 30, 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 inspectionSeptember 18, 2025
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsSeptember 18, 2025
Summary
This summary covers six available inspections for Istaba Peace Academy from August 4, 2023 through September 18, 2025.
Two inspections recorded violations, with five recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on September 12, 2025 and involved medication, with a due date of September 26, 2025.
A later inspection showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether it was a formal follow-up.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 6
- Recorded violations
- 5
- Higher-concern violations
- 1
- Repeated topics
- 1
2 in last 12 months
4 in last 12 months
1 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
6 total inspections vs 4 local median in 33610
Compared to 38 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 17%
- Local median
- 17%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 33%
- Local median
- 50%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 1
- Local average
- 1.03
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.
March 28, 2025September 12, 2025Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Bottles and/or sippy cups brought from home were not labeled with childs first and last name. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.5, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the time of the inspection the Licensing Specialist observed 5 bottles in the one's classroom not labeled with any names on the bottles. This was corrected at the time of the inspection as the teacher in the classroom labeled all 5 bottles with each child's first and last name. Per the DCF Handbook Bottles and sippy cups brought from home shall be individually labeled with the childs first and last name and shall be returned to the custodial parent or legal guardian daily.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 28 - Bottles, Breastmilk, Formula and Infant Food
- Official code
- 28-02
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the time of the inspection the Licensing Specialist observed the diaper changing table to have dirt and papers under the blue diaper changing table. This was corrected at the time of the inspection as the teacher cleaned and sanitized under the blue diaper changing mat. Per the DCF Handbook 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
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
- Official code
- 30-05
Higher concern: Medication
- Report finding
- A prescription or non-prescription medication, specifically [5 diaper rash creams], was dispensed without written authorization from the custodial parent or legal guardian. CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, A and K (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of the inspection the Licensing Specialist observed 5 diaper rash creams in the one's classroom with no authorization from the parents to dispense. Per the DCF Handbook Use of diaper creams and insect repellant may only be utilized with written permission from parents/guardians. Manufacturer instructions must be followed.
- Correction status
- Due by September 26, 2025
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 40 - Medication
- Official code
- 40-01
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The personnel/ volunteer (ten hours or more per month) record did not include a CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form signed annually. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the time of the inspection the Licensing Specialist monitored 6 employees files with expired Abuse and Neglect Reporting Forms. This was corrected at the time of the inspection as the Director had all 6 employees to sign a new Abuse and Neglect Reporting Form dated for 9/12/25. Per the DCF Handbook CF-FSP Form 5337, Child Abuse & Neglect Reporting Requirements, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(l), F.A.C., must be signed on or before hire date and annually thereafter by all child care personnel.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-04
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 time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed inclement weather schedules in each classroom. Although, the weather did not impact outdoor play, the sails which provides shade over the outdoor play area was hanging making the playground unsafe for children to play. The facility was utilizing their inclement weather schedule for alternative activities until the tarp was fixed and secure with no pieces hanging. This was resolved on April 11, 2025 when the Licensing Specialist observed the sails which were previously hanging had been hang back up safely. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF H ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
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
Could you walk me through your current process for ensuring that all medications, including diaper creams, are properly authorized and labeled before use?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an inspection in September 2025 show that diaper rash creams were found without the required parent authorization. This question helps clarify how the center manages these health requirements to ensure all items are correctly documented.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you maintain your sanitation routines for diaper changing areas throughout the day?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report noted concerns regarding the cleanliness of diaper changing surfaces in September 2025, and facility maintenance was also mentioned in a report from March 2025. Asking about these routines helps families understand how the center keeps these areas clean and in good repair.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps do you take to ensure that all personal items brought from home, such as bottles, are consistently labeled for each child?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records from September 2025 indicate that some bottles were found without proper labels. This question allows the provider to explain their current practice for tracking and identifying children's belongings.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you keep track of staff training requirements and ensure that all necessary personnel forms are updated annually?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from September 2025 show that some staff files were missing updated abuse and neglect reporting forms. This question helps parents understand how the center manages administrative recordkeeping for their employees.
Related violations
General question
What is your approach to daily communication with parents regarding their child's routine and any needs that arise during the day?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Consistent communication is vital for parents to feel confident in their child's care. Understanding how the center shares information helps families feel more connected to their child's daily experience.