Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 1.25
- Local median
- 0.93
Seffner Early Childhood Development Center Inc
205 E US Highway 92, Seffner, FL 33584
- License:
- C13HI0526
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 8, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, 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:
- 45
- License expiration:
- December 31, 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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Latest inspectionJanuary 14, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsJanuary 14, 2026
Summary
This summary covers eight available inspections for Seffner Early Childhood Development Center Inc from November 29, 2023 through January 14, 2026.
Four inspections recorded violations, with 10 recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on December 9, 2025 and involved facility condition, with a due date of March 9, 2026.
Transportation was a higher-concern topic that showed up in two inspections.
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
- 8
- Recorded violations
- 10
- Higher-concern violations
- 2
- Repeated topics
- 2
2 in last 12 months
1 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
8 total inspections vs 3 local median in 33584
Compared to 21 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 25%
- Local median
- 0%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 50%
- Local median
- 50%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 2
- 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 2 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
December 10, 2024December 9, 2025Transportation
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
November 29, 2023December 10, 2024Inspection 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 inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that the white half door leading to the two- and three-year-olds classroom has paint chipping throughout the side of the door, the yellow wall in the one- and two-year-olds bathroom has paint peeling throughout, the peach wall in the VPK bathroom has several spots with paint peeling. According to the DCF 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 dail ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by March 9, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The director responsible for the daily operation of the program did not have an active Director Credential. CCF Handbook, Section 4.7
- Report comments
- The Licensing Specialist did not visit the facility as this is a paper inspection. The Director listed at the facility has an expired Director Credential that expired on 3/5/25. The facility will be placed on a 6 month provisional license. Per the DCF Handbook Section 402.305(2)(g), F.S., requires a child care facility to have a credentialed director. Every applicant for a license to operate a child care facility or a license for a change of ownership of a child care facility must document that the facility director has an active Director Credential prior to issuance of the license. An applicant for the Director Credential must meet the requirements referenced in CFFSP Form 5 ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by June 6, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 34 - Credentialed Staff
- Official code
- 34-04
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- A vehicle(s) used to transport children did not have an annual inspection by a mechanic to ensure it was in proper working order. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of the inspection the Licensing Specialist observed that the annual vehicle inspection was not valid as it expired on 9/27/24. Per the DCF Handbook All vehicles regularly used to transport children must be inspected annually by a mechanic to ensure that they are in proper working order. Documentation by the mechanic must be maintained in the vehicle.
- Correction status
- Due by December 23, 2024
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 07 - Vehicle Requirements
- Official code
- 07-03
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 that each classroom had paint chipping on the yellow and blue walls and the doors/walls had dirt build up throughout the facility. Per the DCF Handbook A. 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 area inspection must ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by January 10, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- The diapering area was not physically separated from the food preparation, service or feeding area. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the time of the inspection the Licensing Specialist observed the diaper changing table next to the bottle prep area. This was corrected at the time of the inspection as the Director moved the diaper changing table and put all the bottle prep items in the kitchen to be prepared. Per the DCF Handbook The diaper changing area must be physically separated from the food preparation, food service, and feeding area.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
- Official code
- 30-04
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The ground cover or other protective surface under the [swings and the 2 metal climbing gyms] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the time of the inspection the Licensing Specialist observed that the fall zones under the swings and 2 metal climbing gyms had less then 1 inch of mulch under all of them. Per the DCF Handbook Permanent or stationary playground equipment must have a fall/use zone that extends a minimum of 6 feet in all directions from the perimeter of the equipment. All types of ground cover must be maintained to provide resilience and reduce the incidence of injuries to children in the event of falls.
- Correction status
- Due by January 10, 2025
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-07
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The drivers personnel record did not include [ An annual physical examination which grants medical approval to drive]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, E (Section 6.2, numbers 1 and 2) General Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- During the time of the inspection the Child Care Licensing Specialist reviewed the driver's personal file in which the annual physical was expired. Per the DCF Handbook E. For the driver only: Florida drivers license and driver physical examination documentation. A copy of the drivers license and the physician certification, or another form containing the same elements of the physician certification, granting medical approval to operate the vehicle, and valid certificate(s) of course completion for first aid training, pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) procedures, and background screening must also be maintained in the drivers personnel file.
- Correction status
- Due by December 14, 2023
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 06 - Driver's License, Physician Certification & First Aid/CPR Training
- Official code
- 06-02
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Bottles and/or sippy cups brought from home were not labeled with childs first and last name. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.5, B (Section 17.6, number 5) Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the time of the inspection the Child Care Licensing specialist observed 1 bottle and 1 sippy cup in the Infant room not labeled with a child's first and last name. This was corrected at the time of the inspection as the teacher in the Infant room labeled both items with the child's first and last name. Per the DCF handbook Section 3.9.5, B. Bottles and sippy cups brought from home shall be individually labeled with the childs first and last name and shall be returned to the custodial parent or legal guardian daily.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 28 - Bottles, Breastmilk, Formula and Infant Food
- Official code
- 28-02
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Child(ren) did not have a Student Health Examination/DH (Form 3040), or an equivalent health statement on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2, C (Section 19.2, number 1) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- During the time of the inspection The Child Care Specialist reviewed 2 children's files missing a Student Health Examination/DH (Form 3040). Per the DCF Handbook 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 are included in the health examination.
- Correction status
- Due by December 22, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
- Official code
- 42-01
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The personnel/ volunteer (ten hours or more per month) record did not include a CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form signed annually. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, C (Section 19.4, number 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the time of the inspection the Child Care Licensing Specialist reviewed 4 personnel files with an expired Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form. This was corrected at the time of the inspection as the 4 staff signed a new form to put in each personal file. Per the DCF Handbook CF-FSP Form 5337, Child Abuse & Neglect Reporting Requirements, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(l), F.A.C., must be signed on or before Child Care hire date and annually thereafter by all child care personnel.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-04
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 ensuring that all vehicles used for transporting children are properly inspected and maintained?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records show an instance where a vehicle used for transportation did not have a valid annual inspection on file. Asking about the current maintenance schedule helps clarify how the center ensures all transportation equipment meets safety standards.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps does the center take to ensure that all staff members, including drivers, have their required medical and background documentation up to date?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report noted a time when a driver's personnel record was missing an annual physical examination. This question helps parents understand the center's current administrative process for tracking staff compliance.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How does the facility approach routine maintenance and repairs to ensure that the environment remains in good condition for the children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- The available inspection records show that facility maintenance and repair topics appeared in multiple reports. Asking about the current approach to upkeep helps parents understand how the center manages the physical environment.
- Context
- A later clean inspection was recorded on 1/14/2026.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is the center's current policy for ensuring that the director's credentials remain active and current?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records indicate a past finding regarding the director's credential status. Learning about the current tracking process for leadership certifications helps families feel confident in the center's management.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How does the staff monitor and maintain outdoor play areas to ensure they are ready for daily use?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report noted a past issue with the maintenance of ground cover under outdoor equipment. Asking about the current daily inspection routine helps parents understand the center's commitment to playground safety.
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