Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 6.33
- Local median
- 1
LAKA Childcare LLC
4701 N 15th St, Tampa, FL 33610
- License:
- C13HI0425
- 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
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:00AM to 5:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 69
- License expiration:
- June 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 inspectionJune 18, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsNot found
Summary
This summary covers three available inspections for LAKA Childcare LLC from May 30, 2024 through June 18, 2026.
Three inspections recorded violations, with 19 recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on June 18, 2026 and involved attendance accountability.
Sleep safety was a higher-concern topic that 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
- 3
- Recorded violations
- 19
- Higher-concern violations
- 6
- Repeated topics
- 2
1 in last 12 months
13 in last 12 months
4 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
3 total inspections vs 4 local median in 33610
Compared to 38 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 67%
- Local median
- 17%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 100%
- Local median
- 50%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 2
- 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 3 inspections, with 7 recorded violations.
May 30, 2024June 18, 2025June 18, 2026Sleep safety
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
May 30, 2024June 18, 2026Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- Supervision of children in the [School aged ] group was inadequate in that [children were unsupervised coming into the building from outside alone. ]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the time of inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed one child come into the building from outside without supervision at 2:16 pm and then another child came into the building from outside without supervision at 2:31 pm. During the time of inspection, this was resolved by the owner taking the children to the bathroom and back outside maintaining supervision. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook: Child care personnel must be assigned to provide direct supervision to a specific group of children and be with that group of children at all times. Children must never be left without childcare per ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
- Official code
- 04-01
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The facility didnt have a written plan of scheduled activities. CCF Handbook, Section 2.6 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed no written plan of scheduled activities for the after schoolers. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook: 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 shall include a variety of activities that range from structured to unstructured activities that encourage a childs developmental growth. The writt ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by July 20, 2026
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 09 - Planned Activities
- Official code
- 09-01
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The facility's written plan of scheduled activities was not posted in a conspicuous place accessible to the custodial parents or legal guardians. CCF Handbook, Section 2.6 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that the schedule was not posted for the after schoolers. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook: 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 shall include a variety of activities that range from structured to unstructured activities that encourage a childs developmental growth.
- Correction status
- Due by July 20, 2026
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 09 - Planned Activities
- Official code
- 09-03
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that all childcare rooms did not include an inclement weather schedule. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook: Each group or class must have a written and followed plan of scheduled activities posted i n 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 shall include a variety of activities that range from structured to unstructured activities that encourage a childs developmental growth.
- Correction status
- Due by July 20, 2026
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 09 - Planned Activities
- Official code
- 09-04
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The facility used electronic media time with children younger than 2 years of age. CCF Handbook, Section 2.6, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed electronic media time being utilized in the infant room. During the inspection, this was resolved by the teacher turning the tablet off. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook: Do not include the use of electronic media for children under two years of age. Electronic media may only be used for educational purposes or physical activity for children 2 years of age and older for no more than 1 to 2 hours per day.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 09 - Planned Activities
- Official code
- 09-06
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Areas of the facility were found to be in need of cleaning. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that the many areas of the facility were in need of cleaning. The sinks, toilets and floors in the one-year-old bathroom were dirty. The mirror in the one-year-old had a sticky substance on it. The floor in the two- year-old room had garbage on the floor. The floors in the kitchen were greasy and dirty. The kitchen refrigerator and freezer were dirty. The chest freezer in the kitchen was rusted. The walls and trim in the kitchen were covered in dust and dirt. Stove and oven were covered in grease and cooking debris. Kitchen cabinets had kitchen debris on them. Kitchen floors were covered in dirt. During the time ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by July 20, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-01
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 inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed the sink in the back of the daycare had caulk peeling. The green paint by the exit in the two-year-old room was peeling. The sink in the infant room was rusted at the bottom. The kitchen refrigerator seals were broken along the top of the door. 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 documented on a daily inspection log. ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by July 20, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- There was evidence or the presence of rodent or vermin observed in the facility. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the time of inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed dead bugs on the floor in the kitchen and one 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 documented on a daily inspection log. Outdoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety. Any problems must be corrected before the play area is used by children. Documentation of the indoor play area ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by July 20, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-09
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- A potentially harmful item, [in a spray bottle], was not labeled as required. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed spray bottles throughout the facility that were not labeled. In the pre- school bathroom cleaning supplies were accessible to the children. Adult scissors and the teachers personally purse in the preschool room were accessible to the children. Hand sanitizer was found in multiple rooms throughout the facility accessible to the children. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook: All potentially harmful items, including cleaning supplies, flammable products, poisonous, toxic, and hazardous materials, must be labeled and used according to manufa ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by July 20, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 13 - Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons
- Official code
- 13-01
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that in the two-year-old and pre-school room 18 inches was not maintained between each napping/sleeping space. During the time of inspection, this was resolved by the teacher moving children in order to maintain the 18 inches. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook: 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 crib does not meet the requirements for a solid barrier.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 19 - Nap/Sleep Space Requirements
- Official code
- 19-02
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- A freezer was observed without a thermometer or with a thermometer showing a temperature reading greater than 0 degrees Fahrenheit. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, F.1. (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed the thermometer in the kitchen freezer was reading 20 degrees Fahrenheit and the food in the freezer was not frozen. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook: Refrigerators /freezers: 1. An accurate thermometer designed to measure cold storage temperature must be placed inside each refrigeration and freezer unit. Thermometers in refrigerators must show a reading of 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below, and thermometers in freezers must show a reading of 0 degrees Fahrenheit or below. The thermometer must be located in the center of the unit and be readily ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by July 20, 2026
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 25 - Meals and Snacks
- Official code
- 25-08
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 inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed several childcare personnel did not have current training on the facilities 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 childcare settings: contact, droplet, and airborne. Many common infections encountered in the childcare setting are transmitted by direct or indirect contact. Childcare facilities shall develop a written exposure plan regarding universal safety precautions, recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), to follow in th ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by July 20, 2026
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 35 - Communicable Disease Control
- Official code
- 35-12
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- Attendance records did not include the time of each childs arrival and departure. CCF Handbook, Section 7.5 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed the daily attendance record was not filled completely for all children in the infant room. Eight children were observed to be in the classroom and only four children were listed as having arrived at the facility on June 18, 2026. During the inspection, this was resolved by the Operator, completing the attendance sheet in the infant room. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook: Daily attendance of children must be taken and recorded accurately by the childcare personnel, documenting the time when each child enters and departs the program. A. Attenda ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 46 - Daily Attendance
- Official code
- 46-02
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]
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the time of the inspection the Licensing Specialist observed the tile window seal in the one's classroom to be cracked and broken. The 2 sinks in the one's bathroom are missing the trim on the top of the cabinet. Per the DCF Handbook 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 must be corrected before the play area is used by children. Documentation of the indoor play ar ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by July 18, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Areas of the facility were found to be in need of cleaning. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 10, number 1) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Dust and lint were observed on the air vents by the licensing specialist during the time of the inspection. According to the DCF Facility Handbook, it is the responsibility of the director/operator to ensure all areas and equipment of the facility are free from fire hazards, such as lint build up in heating and air vents, filters, exhaust fans, ceiling fans, and dryer vents. This includes grease build-up in ovens, stoves and food equipment.
- Correction status
- Due by June 28, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-01
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 (Section 10.4, number 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- During the time of the inspection there was no spacing in between the school age children that were napping. They were not spaced a minimum of 18 inches distance apart. According to the DCF Facility Handbook, 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.
- Correction status
- Due by June 28, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 19 - Nap/Sleep Space Requirements
- Official code
- 19-02
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Hand hygiene procedures, including situations or times, were not posted in food preparation, diapering, and toileting areas. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.1, D
- Report comments
- During the time of the inspection the handwashing signs was missing from the handwashing sinks in from the infant room, kitchen and the restrooms. According to the DCF Facility Handbook, situations or times that children, child care personnel, and/or volunteers must perform hand hygiene must be posted in all food preparation, diapering, and toileting areas.
- Correction status
- Due by June 28, 2024
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 29 - Health and Sanitation
- Official code
- 29-16
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Diaper changing procedure was not posted in the changing area and/or was not followed. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, L
- Inspector notes
- During the time of the inspection, no diaper changing procedure sign was observed by the licensing specialist in the toddler room or by the diaper changing table next to the restroom. According to the DCF Facility Handbook, diaper changing procedure must be posted in the changing area and followed to protect the health and safety of children and child care personnel.
- Correction status
- Due by June 28, 2024
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
- Official code
- 30-14
Higher concern: Medication
- Report finding
- A prescription or non-prescription medication, specifically [diaper creams ], was dispensed without written authorization from the custodial parent or legal guardian. CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, A and K (Section 16, number 1) Health Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- During the time of the inspection, the facility didn't have written authorization from the parent or legal guardian to administer non- prescription medication. According to the DCF Facility 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 June 14, 2024
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 40 - Medication
- Official code
- 40-01
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 walk me through the current process for ensuring children are always supervised when moving between indoor and outdoor areas?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from June 2026 noted an instance where children were observed entering the building from outside without supervision. This question helps clarify the current supervision protocols and staff training in place to keep children together during transitions.
- Context
- The finding was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps does the center take to ensure that potentially harmful items, such as cleaning supplies, are kept out of reach and properly labeled?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from June 2026 indicate that some cleaning supplies and personal items were found in areas accessible to children. Asking this helps parents understand the current storage and safety practices for hazardous materials.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you ensure that nap time setups consistently meet the required spacing standards for all age groups?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records from 2024 and 2026 show repeated findings regarding the required 18-inch distance between napping spaces. This question allows the director to explain how they now monitor and maintain these spacing requirements.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your current procedure for ensuring that daily attendance records are accurately and completely maintained for every child?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An inspection report from June 2026 noted that attendance records were incomplete regarding arrival times for some children. This question helps parents understand how the facility tracks child presence and ensures accountability throughout the day.
- Context
- The finding was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How does the center maintain its facility cleanliness and repair standards on a daily basis?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records from 2024 through 2026 show multiple findings related to facility cleanliness, maintenance, and the presence of vermin. This question provides an opportunity to hear about the current cleaning schedule and maintenance routine.
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