Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.6
- Local median
- 0.7
Children's Academy Inc
506 Limona Rd, Brandon, FL 33510
- License:
- C13HI0398
- 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, Infant Care, Transportation
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 165
- 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
Questions worth asking
The available records raise questions worth asking before enrolling.
Next: Review the inspection history below and ask the provider what the records mean and what changed afterward.
Latest inspectionSeptember 5, 2025
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsSeptember 5, 2025
Summary
This summary covers five available inspections for Children's Academy Inc from September 15, 2023 through September 5, 2025.
Two inspections recorded violations, with three recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on September 18, 2024 and involved equipment or readiness, with a due date of October 18, 2024.
Hazardous access was a higher-concern topic that showed up in one inspection.
Two later inspections, from December 4, 2024 through September 5, 2025, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 5
- Recorded violations
- 3
- Higher-concern violations
- 1
- Repeated topics
- 0
1 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
5 total inspections vs 5 local median in 33510
Compared to 19 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 20%
- Local median
- 23%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 40%
- Local median
- 40%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 0
- Local average
- 0.79
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.
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The base of the fence in the outdoor play area was not at ground level and could allow inside or outside access by children or animals. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, F (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that a section of the fence located on the afterschool playground closest to the street was not at ground level. CCF Handbook, section 3.5 Outdoor Play Area F. The outdoor play area must have adequate fencing or walls a minimum of 4 feet in height. Fencing, including gates, must be continuous and must not have gaps or opening larger than 3 inches that would allow children to exit the outdoor play area. The base of the fence must remain at ground level and be free from erosion or buildup to prevent inside and outside access by children or animals. These areas must have at least two exits, with at least one being ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by October 18, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-07
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The play equipment was not maintained in a safe or sanitary condition for the children to use in that [black tarp ground covering was torn/ripped]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B and F (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed the black tarp used for ground covering along the walkways of the three- year-old, VPK and afterschool playgrounds was torn/ripped which could cause a tripping hazard to the children. CCF Handbook, section 3.12 Outdoor Equipment C. All equipment, fences, and objects on the facilitys premises shall be free from sharp, broken and jagged edges, and properly placed to prevent overcrowding or safety hazards in any one area.
- Correction status
- Due by September 30, 2024
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-03
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- The facilitys fencing walls or gate area had gaps that could allow children to exit the outdoor play area. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, F (Section 10.8, number 2) Physical Environment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- During this inspection CCR counselor observed gaps in the fencing on west end of the playground. Outdoor Play Area A. The outdoor play area must be clean and free from litter, nails, glass and other hazards. B. The outdoor area must be designed to allow child care personnel to clearly see children while playing on all equipment. C. The outdoor play area must provide shade. Shade may be provided by trees, buildings, or structures. D. Children must not come into contact with any surface or equipment which poses a burn risk. E. The facilitys outdoor play area must be fenced as required by local ordinances to prevent access by children to all water hazards within or adjacent to o ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by October 15, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-06
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 describe the current process for monitoring and maintaining the outdoor play area and fencing?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an official inspection report noted concerns regarding gaps in the playground fencing. Asking about current maintenance routines helps clarify how the facility ensures the outdoor area remains secure for children.
- Context
- A later clean inspection was recorded on 9/5/2025.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How often does the team inspect the playground surfaces and equipment to ensure they remain in good condition?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report identified a concern regarding the condition of ground covering on the playground. This question allows the director to explain the steps taken to keep play areas well-maintained and free of potential hazards.
- Context
- A later clean inspection was recorded on 9/5/2025.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps are taken to ensure the base of the playground fence stays at ground level to prevent any gaps?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records show a previous finding regarding the base of the fence not being at ground level. Understanding the current process for monitoring fence integrity provides insight into how the facility manages physical environment standards.
- Context
- A later clean inspection was recorded on 9/5/2025.
Related violations
General question
How does the staff communicate with parents regarding daily routines and any changes in the classroom environment?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Consistent communication helps families stay informed about the daily experience and any updates to the facility's practices. This helps parents understand how the center keeps them engaged in their child's care.
General question
What is the training process for new staff members regarding safety protocols and supervision of children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Learning about staff training provides insight into how the center prepares its team to maintain a supportive and attentive environment. This helps parents feel confident in the supervision standards of the facility.