Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 1
- Local median
- 0.45
Kidz Care Academy
4936 Northdale Blvd, Tampa, FL 33624
- License:
- C13HI0494
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 8, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, VPK, After School, Before School, Drop In, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care, Transportation
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:00AM to 5:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 100
- 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.
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 inspectionJune 10, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsJuly 16, 2025
Summary
This summary covers six available inspections for Kidz Care Academy from May 20, 2024 through June 10, 2026.
Four inspections recorded violations, with six recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on June 10, 2026 and involved equipment or readiness, with a due date of July 10, 2026.
Staff-to-child ratio was a higher-concern topic that showed up in one inspection.
The available reports do not include a later inspection with no recorded violations after that violation.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 6
- Recorded violations
- 6
- Higher-concern violations
- 1
- Repeated topics
- 1
3 in last 12 months
3 in last 12 months
1 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
6 total inspections vs 4.5 local median in 33624
Compared to 22 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 17%
- Local median
- 13%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 67%
- Local median
- 29%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 1
- Local average
- 0.91
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Staff training
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
June 13, 2025June 10, 2026Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facilitys outdoor play area contained litter, nails, glass or other hazards that posed a low potential for harm to children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Licensing Specialist observed the following; 1. Ones and Twos playground: All the plastic purple climbing stones on the beige climbing walls connected to the green slide equipment were dry and had broken edges, , and the blue platform connected the same equipment had hole. 2. Preschool/School age Playground: The yellow metal slide had a rusty spot on the bottom area where children lands. TA: Licensig Spesialist discussed requirement with the provider: All climbing stones must be replaced, the platform hole must be repaired appropriately and the rusted ary must be sanded down and repainted. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A, Outdoor Play Area A. The outdoor play area must be clean ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by July 10, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-01
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Child Care personnel, who were not in compliance with training requirements when they left the industry, did not complete required training and any new mandated training before returning to the industry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.3, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Training [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Licensing Specialist observed a Child Care personal, who was not in compliance with training requirements when she left the industry, did not complete required training and any new mandated training before returning to the industry. Above mentioned employee did not finish introductory training before leaving the industry. Employees industry start date was 02/20/2023, employee left industry on 07/18/2024 and was not incompliance with her training. This employee was hired by this facility on 04/23/2025. TA was provided: Licensing Specialist discussed requirement with the provider. CCF Handbook, Section 4.3 B, Break in Service A. In the event an individual leaves the child care ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by July 10, 2026
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-05
Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
- Report finding
- A ratio of [2] child care personnel for [6] children is required. A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [6] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During this inspection Licensing Specialist observe a ratio of 1 Childcare Personnel to 6 Children, Ages: infants and ones. Director informed licensing Specialist that she was in the class, but she had to step out to help a parent. TA was provided: Director stepped in the class and called another childcare personal to come to the school and help with the ratio. During the 2nd walk through Licensing Specialist observed the following Ratios: 2: 6, Three infants and Three 1 Year Old. 1:9 Two-Year-Old. 1:12 Three- to Five-Year-Old. Thus, returning this standard into compliance at the time of this inspection. Child Care Facility Handbook 2.3 Ratios The staff-to-child ratio, as est ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Ratio Sufficient
- Official code
- 03-01
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the 40 hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement. CCF Handbook Section 4.2.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3)
- Inspector notes
- Licensing Specialist observed that Childcare personal who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the 40-hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement. Above mentioned personal was missing Child Care Facility Rules and Regulations (RNRF) TA was provided: Licensing Specialist discussed requirement with the director, Employee registered for the course and enrolled in the competency exam during this visit. The Exam is scheduled for 07/10/2025. CCF Handbook Section 4.2.1 4.2.1 Mandated Introductory Training Child care personnel must successfully complete 40 hours of child care training as evidenced by successful completion of competency examinations offered by the De ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by July 16, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-01
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documentation to show completion of a Department approved five-hour early literacy and language development course for child care personnel within 12 months of date of employment in child care industry and/or the early literacy course documentation was not uploaded in the Florida Pathways/Registry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.2 and 4.5, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3)
- Inspector notes
- Licensing Specialist observed that the facility did not have documentation to show completion of a Department approved five-hour early literacy and language development course 2 childcare personnel .The first childcare personal started working on 01/16/2024 with an industry start date of 01/16/2024, and the second childcare personal started working on 03/31/2025 with an industry start date of 03/07/2022 within 12 months of date of employment in child care industry. TA was provided: Licensing Specialist discussed requirement with the director. Above mentioned employees were immediately enrolled in the Department approved five-hour early literacy and language development course ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by July 16, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-06
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The Student Health Examination or equivalent health statement was not acceptable in that: [ It was not current (over two years old)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 (Section 19.2, number 1) Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Licensing specialist observed a child that was enrolled on 7/8/2022 had an expired Health record. The record expired on 05/11/2024. TA was provided: Licensing specialist disscussed requirement with the director. 7.2 Student Health Records The child care facility is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed Student Health Examination form DH 3040, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(q), F.A.C. and may be obtained from the local county health department, the parent or legal guardian, or a signed statement by authorized professionals that indicate the results of the components of the Student Health Examination form ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by June 20, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
- Official code
- 42-02
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 your process for ensuring the required staff-to-child ratios are maintained throughout the day, especially during transitions or when staff need to step away?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from October 2025 noted a time when the required staff-to-child ratio was not met. Asking about current procedures helps parents understand how the center manages supervision and staffing coverage during busy times.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps do you take to regularly inspect and maintain the playground equipment to ensure it remains in good condition for the children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from a June 2026 inspection identified some wear and maintenance needs on outdoor play equipment. This question allows the provider to explain their current maintenance schedule and how they keep play areas ready for daily use.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you track and verify that all staff members are up to date with their required training and certifications?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records from 2025 and 2026 show multiple instances where staff training documentation was incomplete or requirements were not met. Asking about the tracking system helps parents understand how the center ensures all teachers are properly qualified.
Related violations
General question
How do you handle communication with families if there is ever a change in a child's primary caregiver or teacher?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Consistent caregiving is important for a child's comfort and development. Understanding how the center manages staff changes and communicates those updates helps parents feel more connected to their child's daily experience.
General question
What is your process for ensuring that all student health and immunization records are kept current and complete?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Maintaining accurate health records is a standard part of center operations to ensure the well-being of all children. Asking about this process helps parents understand how the center stays organized and compliant with health documentation requirements.