Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 1
- Local median
- 0.75
High 5 Inc at Lithia Springs
4332 Lynx Paw Trl, Valrico, FL 33596
- License:
- C13HI0530
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 8, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, After School, Drop In
- Hours:
- Mon: 1:00PM to 6:00PM; Tue-Fri: 2:00PM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 150
- License expiration:
- January 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.
Inspection snapshot
Questions worth asking
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Next: Review the inspection history below and ask the provider what the records mean and what changed afterward.
Latest inspectionJanuary 26, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsAugust 28, 2025
Summary
This summary covers five available inspections for High 5 Inc at Lithia Springs from January 16, 2024 through January 26, 2026.
Two inspections recorded violations, with five recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on January 26, 2026 and involved equipment or readiness.
Background screening 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
- 5
- Recorded violations
- 5
- Higher-concern violations
- 1
- Repeated topics
- 0
2 in last 12 months
2 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
5 total inspections vs 4.5 local median in 33596
Compared to 20 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 20%
- Local median
- 18%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 40%
- Local median
- 29%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 0
- 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.
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.
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- Child care personnel failed to possess a current attendance record and parent contact information during a fire drill, emergency preparedness drill or an actual emergency. SACCF Handbook Section 3.8.4, C and 3.8.5, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed 2 childcare personnel failed to possess a current attendance record and parent contact information during a fire drill. This standard has been brought back into compliance in that the childcare personnel showed the current attendance and contact information to the Licensing Specialist when the staff and children returned to the facility. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, SACCF Handbook Section 3.8.4, C: Fire Drills C: A current attendance record and parent contact information must accompany childcare personnel out of the building during a drill or actual evacuation and be use ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 21 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness SACCF Handbook, Section 3.8 SACCF Handbook, Section 3.8 (Form DEL-SR-6200A)
- Official code
- 21-12
Medium concern: Incident records
- Report finding
- Child care personnel failed to share the accident/incident form with the custodial parent/ legal guardian or the individual authorized to pick up child on the day that the incident occurred. SACCF Handbook, Section 6.4, B and D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed childcare personnel failed to share 10 accident/incident forms with the custodial parent/legal guardians or the individual authorized to pick up child on the day that the incident occurred in that the forms were not dated by the custodial parent/legal guardians. The Operator has been given until 2/26/2026 to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, SACCF Handbook, Section 6.4, B: Accident/Incident Notification: B. This documentation must be shared with the custodial parent or legal guardian on the date of occurrence. D . The documentation mus ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by February 26, 2026
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 34 - Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation SACCF Handbook, Section 6.3 & 6.4 SACCF Handbook, Section 6.3 & 6.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A)
- Official code
- 34-04
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documentation of child care personnel's completion of required training on the training transcript in that [it did not include the madatory introductory training. ]. CCF Handbook, Section 4.5 (Section 18.4) Training [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Licensing Supervisor observed that one teacher did not complete her mandatory introductory training. Her industry start date was 9/6/22. According to the DCF Handbook: 4.2.1 Mandated Introductory Training Childcare personnel, including volunteers that work 10 hours or more per month, must successfully complete 40 hours of childcare training as evidenced by successful completion of competency examinations offered by the Department or its designated representative with a weighted score of 70 or better.
- Correction status
- Due by February 16, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-02
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]
- Inspector notes
- Licensing Supervisor observed that two teachers did not have a signed Child Abuse and Neglect Form on file. According to the DCF Handbook: 7.4 Personnel Records Records must be maintained and kept current on all childcare personnel, as defined by section 402.302(3), F.S. These records shall be on -site, available for review by the licensing authority and must include: C. A signed CF-FSP Form 5337, Child Abuse &Neglect Reporting Requirements form. CF-FSP Form 5337 is incorporated by reference in paragraph in 65C-22.001(7)(l), F.A.C., must be signed on or before hire date and annually thereafter by all childcare personnel.
- Correction status
- Due by February 16, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-04
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- The Child Care Attestation of Good Moral Character was not completed at the time of initial screening or upon change in employers. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1, B
- Inspector notes
- Licensing Supervisor observed that two teachers did not have a signed Attestation of Good Moral Character of file. According to the DCF Handbook: 7.4.1 Background Screening Documents Background screening documentation must be maintained for all child care personnel as defined by Section 402.302(3), F.S., which includes household members if the facility is located in or adjacent to the home of the operator. Background screening documentation must be on-site and available for the licensing authority to review. B. B. CF Form 1649A, Child Care Attestation of Good Moral Character, must be completed for all child care personnel at the time of initial screening or upon change in emp ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by February 16, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-06
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 walk me through the process for ensuring all staff have their required background screening documentation on file?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records show an earlier inspection report noted missing background screening documentation for some staff members. Asking about current procedures helps families understand how the center maintains these important personnel records.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps does your team take to ensure that accident or incident reports are shared with parents on the same day an event occurs?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from January 2026 noted that some incident forms were not shared with parents on the day of the occurrence. This question helps clarify the current communication process for keeping families informed.
- Context
- The center was given a correction deadline of February 26, 2026, to address this documentation process.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you ensure that staff always have the necessary attendance and contact information ready during emergency drills?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records indicate a past instance where staff did not have this information during a drill. Asking about this helps parents understand how the facility prioritizes emergency preparedness.
- Context
- The facility corrected this issue at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How does the center support new teachers in completing their mandatory training requirements?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from a past inspection noted that training documentation was incomplete for a staff member. Learning about the center's training oversight helps parents understand how staff development is managed.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your approach to maintaining and updating personnel files to ensure all required forms are signed and current?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report previously identified missing signed reporting forms in personnel files. This question helps parents understand the administrative practices in place for keeping staff records up to date.
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