Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 1
- Local median
- 0.93
A Little Kids Academy
11105 E US Highway 92, Seffner, FL 33584
- License:
- C13HI0443
- 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, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Transportation
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 113
- 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.
Not this provider’s price.
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Inspection snapshot
Questions worth asking
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Latest inspectionApril 14, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsApril 14, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 10 available inspections for A Little Kids Academy from February 3, 2023 through April 14, 2026.
Five inspections recorded violations, with 10 recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on March 4, 2026 and involved facility condition, with a due date of April 6, 2026.
Background screening was a higher-concern topic that showed up in one inspection.
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
- 10
- Recorded violations
- 10
- Higher-concern violations
- 1
- Repeated topics
- 1
3 in last 12 months
1 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
10 total inspections vs 3 local median in 33584
Compared to 21 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 10%
- Local median
- 0%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 50%
- Local median
- 50%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 1
- Local average
- 0.95
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 4 recorded violations.
October 4, 2023March 12, 2025March 4, 2026Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
No recorded violations in this report
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 that the tan wall in the Ones class has paint peeling, 2 tan shelves in the Two year old classroom have chips in the wood around the shelves, 5 white shelves have paint peeling around the sides of all 5 shelves, and the cover outdoor play area has some materials stacked by the side door. 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 ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 6, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- A safety deficiency having a low potential for harm to the children in care was observed. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 (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 that the metal play/climbing items on the preschool/school age playground has rust and paint chipping all over all 3 metal items. (Metal yellow Jeep, Blue/red climbing tunnel, and blue merry go round) 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 ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 14, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-06
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- The floor mats available for children in care were not covered with an impermeable surface. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1, D (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 that 10 napping mats were not cover with impermeable surface as all 10 napping mats in the Preschool classroom had rips in the mats. This was corrected at the time of the inspection as the mats were discarded and replaced with other napping mats for the children to use. Per the DCF Handbook Floor mats must be at least one-inch thick and covered with an impermeable surface.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 18 - Bedding and Linens
- Official code
- 18-06
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The ground cover or other protective surface under the [3 yellow slides on the Preschool Playground and under the swings on the School age Playground] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D (Section 11.2, number 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of the Inspection the Child Care Licensing Specialist observed that the mulch was not maintained under the 3 yellow slides on the Preschool Playground and under the swings on the School age Playground. Per DCF Handbook If the ground cover in place is loose ground cover (such as, but not limited to: mulch, shredded rubber chips, or sand) a minimum of 6 inches in depth is required in the use zone. Asphalt, concrete, hard packed dirt, hay, grass or leaves are unsuitable for use in the use zone area.
- Correction status
- Due by April 1, 2024
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-07
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 (Section 19.2, number 2) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- During the time of the Inspection the Child Care Licensing Specialist reviewed 2 children's file with expired Immunization records Per the DCF Handbook 7.1 Immunization Records The child care facility is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed Florida Certification of Immunization form Part A-1, B, or C, DH 680, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(o), F.A.C., or the Religious Exemption from Immunization form, DH 681, which is incorporated by reference in 65C- 22.001(7)(p), F.A.C., from the custodial parent or legal guardian. DH Form 680 and DHForm 681 may be obtained from the local county health department. Sp ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 1, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-02
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- There was not a supply of clean diapers, clothing and/or linens. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, H Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Report comments
- During the time of the complaint investigation the provider advised the Licensing Specialist that the child did not have a change of clothes. Therefore, the child only had a on a shirt, no bottoms and a pull up from another child until her parent/guardian picked her up from the childcare facility. According to the Childcare Facility Handbook 3.10.2 Diapering Requirements H. There must be a supply of clean diapers, clothing, and linens at all times. I. When diapers, clothing or linens that are being used become soiled or wet they are to be changed immediately, and properly disposed.
- Correction status
- Due by November 11, 2023
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
- Official code
- 30-08
Medium concern: Incident records
- Report finding
- Child care personnel failed to immediately contact emergency services and the child's custodial parents or legal guardians in the event of a serious illness, accident, injury or emergency to their child. CCF Handbook, Section 6.3, B & C and 2.5.3, E Health Requirements [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the time of the complaint investigation the provider advised the Licensing Specialist that the parent was contacted via telephone. However, the provider did not provide the Licensing Specialist with any confirmation that the parent/guardian or emergency contacts were called/emailed when the child hit his mouth and lost his tooth. The parents were not verbally notified until pick up time. According to the Childcare Facility Handbook 6.3 Emergency Telephone Numbers C. Custodial parents or legal guardians must be notified immediately if the event of any serious illness, accident, injury or emergency to their child, and their specific instructions regarding action to be ta ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by October 23, 2023
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 39 - Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation
- Official code
- 39-01
Medium concern: Incident records
- Report finding
- The facility failed to report a serious injury or death to the licensing authority. CCF Handbook, Section 6.4, E
- Report comments
- During the time of the complaint investigation the Licensing Specialist was advised by provider that this was not called into the Licensing Agency. The Licensing Agency has no record, of this incident being called into the Agency. According to the Childcare Facility Handbook 6.4 Accident/Incident Notification E. In the event of serious injury or death, the incident must immediately be reported to the licensing authority.
- Correction status
- Due by October 23, 2023
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 39 - Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation
- Official code
- 39-07
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- One or more staff records did not include: [Clearinghouse roster] 1. Name, address, phone number 2. Emergency contact; 3. Date of birth 4. Position and date of employment 5. Background screening dates Personnel [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- Please send a copy of the updated Clearinghouse roster to CCL.
- Correction status
- Due by April 14, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PERSONNEL - 01 - Personnel Records: Section 1.01; 1.05; 5.03
- Official code
- 01-01
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facility failed to have a copy of a current and approved annual fire inspection report. Emergency [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- Please send a copy of the current, approved, paid fire inspection to CCL. FOOD SERVICE
- Correction status
- Due by April 14, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PERSONNEL - 53 - Fire Inspection: Section 2.07
- Official code
- 53-01
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 describe the process for keeping staff records and background screening documentation up to date?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from 2023 noted that some staff records were missing required documentation. Asking about current procedures helps clarify how the center maintains compliance with personnel and background screening requirements.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your daily routine for inspecting the facility and play equipment to ensure everything remains in good repair?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records show that facility maintenance and equipment condition have been noted as topics in multiple reports over the past few years. This question allows the provider to explain their current maintenance schedule and how they address repairs.
- Context
- A later clean inspection was recorded on 4/14/2026.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How does your team handle the documentation and parent notification process when an incident occurs?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from a 2023 inspection report indicate that there were findings related to incident reporting and parent communication. Understanding the current protocol helps parents know how they will be informed if their child is involved in an incident.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps do you take to ensure that children's immunization records are kept current and complete?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from 2024 identified expired immunization records in some student files. This question helps clarify the center's current system for tracking and updating these important health documents.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you ensure that outdoor play areas, such as slides and swings, are properly maintained for safety?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records from 2024 noted that ground cover under playground equipment needed maintenance. Asking about this helps parents understand how the center monitors outdoor play areas to keep them in good condition.
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