Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.17
- Local median
- 0.25
Creative Learning Academy
5557 W Waters Ave, Tampa, FL 33634
- License:
- C13HI0496
- 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, Transportation
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 180
- 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
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 inspectionJune 3, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsJune 3, 2026
Summary
This summary covers six available inspections for Creative Learning Academy from March 6, 2023 through June 3, 2026.
One inspection recorded a violation, with one recorded violation in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on May 27, 2025 and involved health or food records.
DaycareFacts did not classify any of these violations at the Higher concern level.
Two later inspections, from September 18, 2025 through June 3, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 6
- Recorded violations
- 1
- Higher-concern violations
- 0
- Repeated topics
- 0
2 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
6 total inspections vs 3 local median in 33634
Compared to 17 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 0%
- Local median
- 0%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 17%
- Local median
- 21%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 0
- Local average
- 0.18
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: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Child care personnel working in the food preparation area did not wear proper head covering. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.1, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Licensing Specialist observed the kitchen staff were not wearing head covering. According to CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.1, B Child care personnel, while working in the food preparation area, must wear proper head covering, such as a hair net or hat. To prevent contact with ready to-eat foods, child care personnel must use clean disposable gloves, utensils, or similar items in the food preparation area.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-13
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 describe the training and daily routines your kitchen staff follows to maintain food safety standards?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from a May 2025 inspection noted an instance where staff in the food preparation area were not wearing required head coverings. Asking about current practices helps clarify how the center ensures ongoing compliance with food safety protocols.
- Context
- The issue was noted as corrected at the time of the inspection, and a later inspection in June 2026 showed no findings.
Related violations
General question
How do you ensure that all staff members stay updated on the latest health and safety guidelines for food handling?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Understanding how the center manages staff training and policy updates provides insight into the facility's commitment to maintaining a clean and healthy environment for children.
General question
What is your process for communicating with parents regarding daily activities or any changes in center policies?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Clear communication channels help parents feel connected to their child's daily experience and informed about how the center operates.
General question
How do you determine the staffing ratios for different age groups throughout the day?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Learning about staffing levels helps families understand the level of supervision and individual attention children receive in the classroom.
General question
What steps are taken to ensure that the facility remains clean and well-maintained for the children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Regular maintenance and cleaning routines are essential for supporting a healthy and comfortable space for children to learn and play.