Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 2.1
- Local median
- 0.66
Childcare of Brandon
730 Brandon Town Center Dr, Brandon, FL 33511
- License:
- C13HI0533
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 8, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, VPK, After School, Before School, Food Served, Full Day, Transportation
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 210
- 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
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 26, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsJune 26, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 10 available inspections for Childcare of Brandon from January 5, 2023 through June 26, 2026.
Five inspections recorded violations, with 21 recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on June 15, 2026 and involved equipment or readiness, with a due date of July 15, 2026.
Hazardous access 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
- 21
- Higher-concern violations
- 9
- Repeated topics
- 3
5 in last 12 months
13 in last 12 months
5 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
10 total inspections vs 4 local median in 33511
Compared to 37 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 40%
- Local median
- 0%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 50%
- Local median
- 31%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 3
- Local average
- 0.59
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Equipment or readiness
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 4 recorded violations.
January 16, 2026June 15, 2026Health or food records
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 4 recorded violations.
January 11, 2024January 16, 2026Facility condition
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 4 recorded violations.
January 11, 2024January 16, 2026Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
No recorded violations in this report
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 Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed on all of the playgrounds the black covering on the fence was ripped and loose. In the field the covering was also coming off. On the toddler playground the black tape that was holding the foam to the pole was peeling off and the foam was ripping. In the field there is a hole to the left by the fence that was measuring 5inches to 10 inches in depth. In the back of the field there was a black pole laying on the ground. On the vinyl fence there was grey fuzzy substance that is on the vinyl fence and on the black covering that was on the fence to the left upfront. On the middle playground gap(hole) in between the vinyl fence a ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by July 15, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-01
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 inspection, Licensing Specialist observed in classroom 200 the dry wall was peeling by the border by the computers. There is paint peeling by the outlet by the black cabinet. In classroom 150 paint is peeling on the wall in housekeeping In classroom 450 in the bathroom the drywall was peeling by the other door. In classroom 550 in house keeping there is a plastic mirror that is connected to the border that is broken. In classroom 600 the walls in the science and circle time the paint is peeling. There is a hole in the wall in the left bathroom by the toilet. In the classroom there is a hole in the wall by the left bathroom. The director was given until February 16, ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by February 16, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- A fire hazard, [buildup of dust on the vents in the bathroom], was observed in the facility. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed a buildup of dust on the vents in the bathroom in the following classrooms: 400, 450, 550, and 600. The director was given until January 26, 2026, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 3.1 B.- General Health and Safety Requirements. B . It is the responsibility of the director/operator to ensure all areas and equipment of the facility are free from fire hazards, such as lint build up in heating and air vents , filters, exhaust fans, ceiling fans, and dryer vents. This includes grease build-up in ovens, stoves and food equipment.
- Correction status
- Due by January 26, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-12
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- The facilitys storage of harmful items including cleaning supplies, flammable products, and poisonous, toxic and hazardous materials allowed access by children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed in classroom 550 there is teacher scissors, tools, tape dispenser, and hole puncher on the teacher desk. In room 650 the rollie cart next to the fire extinguisher there is adult scissors, tape dispenser and a hot glue gun. The director was given until February 16, 2026, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 3.2, B Toxic/Hazardous Material/Firearms/Weapons B . All potentially harmful items, including cleaning supplies, flammable products, poisonous, toxic, and hazardous materials, must be labeled and used according to manufa ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by February 16, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 13 - Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons
- Official code
- 13-02
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- Harmful items including cleaning supplies, flammable products, poisonous, toxic, and hazardous materials were accessible to children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed in classroom 400 the last white cabinet on the left was unlocked and had FRP adhesive and spray cans in it. In classroom 550 there is bug spray on the teacher desk. In room 650 there is Mr. Bubble foam in an unlocked plastic drawer by the fire extinguisher. The director was given until January 26, 2026, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 3.2 Toxic/Hazardous Material/Firearms/Weapons A . All areas and surfaces accessible to children must be free from toxic substances, bio contaminants, and hazardous materials/equipment/to ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by January 26, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 13 - Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons
- Official code
- 13-03
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
- During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed on all of the playgrounds the black covering on the fence was ripped and loose. In the field the covering was also coming off. On the toddler playground the black tape that was holding the foam to the pole was peeling off and the foam was ripping. In the field there is a hole to the left by the fence that was measuring 5inches to 10 inches in depth. In the back of the field there was a black pole laying on the ground. On the vinyl fence there was grey fuzzy substance that is on the vinyl fence and on the black covering that was on the fence to the left upfront. On the middle playground gap(hole) in between the vinyl fence a ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by February 16, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-01
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facilitys outdoor play space was not enclosed with fencing or walls a minimum of 4 feet in height. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, F (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed on the big playground the metal fence by the parking lot was measuring at 3'9". The director was given until February 16, 2026, to come into compliance with this standard. The provider was given extra time to be able to buy the material to fix the fence. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 3.5 F- Outdoor Play Area. F. The outdoor play area must have adequate fencing or walls a minimum of 4 feet in height. Fencing, including gates, must be continuous and must not have gaps or opening larger than 3 inches that would allow children to exit the outdoor play area. The b ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by February 16, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-05
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The base of the fence in the outdoor play area was not at ground level and could allow inside or outside access by children or animals. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, F (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed on the middle playground the gate in the back left side of the playground has a gap more than 3 inches off the ground. The gap is measuring at 5 inches. The director was given until February 16, 2026, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 3.5 F- Outdoor Play Area. F. The outdoor play area must have adequate fencing or walls a minimum of 4 feet in height. Fencing, including gates, must be continuous and must not have gaps or opening larger than 3 inches that would allow children to exit the outdoor play area. The base of the ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by February 16, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-07
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 inspection, Licensing Specialist observed in classroom 450 the mats were ripped and exposing the foam. The director was given until February 16, 2026, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 3.6.1,D- Bedding and Linens. Each child in care must be provided safe and sanitary bedding to be used when napping or sleeping. Nap bedding is not required for school-age children; however, the program must provide an area for children that choose to rest. D. Floor mats must be at least one-inch thick and covered with an impermeable surface.
- Correction status
- Due by February 16, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 18 - Bedding and Linens
- Official code
- 18-06
Higher concern: Medication
- Report finding
- A medication, [Nystatin], brought to the center for administration, was not in its original container. CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed in classroom 150 there was medication (Nystatin) prescribed by a doctor that was not in its original container. The director was given until February 16, 2026, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 6.5 Medication C. Prescription and non-prescription medication brought to the child care facility by the custodial parent or legal guardian must be in the original container. Prescription medication must have a label stating the name and contact information of the physician and/or pharmacy, childs name, name of the medication, an ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by February 16, 2026
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 40 - Medication
- Official code
- 40-04
Higher concern: Medication
- Report finding
- The facility did not obtain written authorization prior to administering emergency non-prescription medication. CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, D and K (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed in the following classroom 150 and 550 that the facility did not have written authorization form to administer diaper ointment. The director was given until February 16, 2026, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 6.5 A. Medication. Child care programs are not required to give medication; however, if a program chooses to do so, it must comply with the following requirements: A . The child care program must have written authorization from the custodial parent or legal guardian to give prescription and non- prescription medi ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by February 16, 2026
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 40 - Medication
- Official code
- 40-09
Higher concern: Medication
- Report finding
- Medication was not stored in either a locked area or inaccessible and out of a childs reach. CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, G (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed in classroom 150 the provider was storing the diaper ointment in an unlocked cabinet under the diaper changing table. The director brought this standard back in compliance at the time of inspection by moving the diaper ointment to a shelf that was out of the reach of the children. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 6.5 G. Medication. G. All medication must have child resistant caps, if applicable, and must either be stored in a locked area or must be out of any childs reach. If medication is stored in the food preparation area, it must be stored in a manner to pr ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 40 - Medication
- Official code
- 40-15
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 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of the inspection, the Operator advised the Licensing Specialist that there are currently 120 children enrolled. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 120 of the 120 childrens records. Licensing Specialist observed one child who had an expired immunization form. The director was given until February 16, 2026, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 F 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 f ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by February 16, 2026
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-02
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
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 Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Licensing specialist observed sippy cups brought from home were not labeled with childs first and last name. According to DCF handbook: 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
- Due by February 12, 2024
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 28 - Bottles, Breastmilk, Formula and Infant Food
- Official code
- 28-02
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Diaper changing occurred on a surface that was not impermeable. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, E Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Licensing specialist observed ripped and torn diaper changing surface, also unrelated diapering items were observed on diaper changing surface. According to DCF Handbook: When children in diapers are in care, there must be a diaper changing area with an impermeable surface that is cleaned and sanitized or disinfected after each use. Items unrelated to diaper changing shall not be stored in the diaper changing area nor shall they be placed on the diaper changing table.
- Correction status
- Due by February 12, 2024
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
- Official code
- 30-06
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documented proof that child care personnel participating in the transportation of children were trained on safe transportation practices prior to participating in transportation of children. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.6
- Inspector notes
- Licensing specialist observed that two teachers were not trained on safe transportation practices prior to participating in transportation of children. According to the DCF Handbook: 4.2.6 Transportation Training All child care personnel participating in the transportation of children must have training regarding guidance on safe transportation practices prior to participating in transportation of children. For child care personnel to satisfy this requirement the training must be accomplished through the Departments Transportation Safety course or the Early Learning Floridas Precautions in Transporting Children course. Child care personnel working at a facility currently prov ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by February 12, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-10
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 Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Licensing Specialist observed two children with missing health examinations. According to 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. A. The Student Health Examination shall be completed by a perso ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by February 12, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
- Official code
- 42-01
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 Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Licensing Specialist observed three children with expired health examinations. According to the DCF Handbook: 7.2 Student Health Records The Student Health Examination or the signed statement is valid for two years from the date the physical was performed. An up-to-date version must be on file for as long as the child is enrolled at the facility.
- Correction status
- Due by February 12, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
- Official code
- 42-02
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- Children in the outdoor play area were not adequately supervised in that [children from VPK classroom while on playground had inadequate supervision in that two 4-year-old boys were involved in inappropriate physical sexual contact with each other while on the playground. Handbook, Section 2.4]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4.1, A General Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- Children in the outdoor play area were not adequately supervised, in that children from the VPK classroom while on playground had inadequate supervision in that two 4-year-old boys were involved in inappropriate physical sexual contact with each other while on the playground. • Handbook, Section 2.4 . CCF Handbook, Section 2.4.1, A •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
- Official code
- 04-04
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The driver transporting children failed to have proof of an annual physical examination granting medical approval to drive. (Section 6.2, numbers 1 and 2) Transportation [SR]
- Report comments
- Driver Amber P. physical expired 12/23/2022
- Correction status
- Due by January 19, 2023
More details
- Report section
- TRANSPORTATION - 62 - Drivers Requirements: Section 7.02 Section 7.02 (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 6 Transportation, Page 17-19)
- Official code
- 62-01
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The facility failed to comply with insurance requirements per Section 316.615, Florida Statute. (Section 6.1, number 6) Transportation [SR]
- Report comments
- Center van used to transport children tag expired 12/31/2022.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- TRANSPORTATION - 63 - Proof of Insurance: Section 7.02 Section 7.02 (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 6 Transportation, Page 17-19)
- Official code
- 63-02
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 current process for ensuring that cleaning supplies and other hazardous materials are stored securely and out of reach of children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from a January 2026 inspection show that some hazardous materials were found in areas accessible to children. Asking about current storage practices helps parents understand how the facility keeps these items secure today.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your procedure for verifying that all medications are stored in their original containers and in a secure, inaccessible location?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from January 2026 noted a finding regarding medication storage and labeling. This question allows the director to explain the current steps taken to ensure all medications are handled safely and correctly.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you monitor the condition of your outdoor play areas to ensure that fences and equipment remain in good repair for the children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records from 2026 indicate repeated findings regarding the maintenance of outdoor play areas and fencing. Asking about the current monitoring process helps parents understand how the facility maintains a secure environment.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps does your team take to ensure that all student health and immunization records are kept current and complete?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records show multiple instances across several inspections where health or immunization records were found to be missing or expired. This question helps parents understand how the facility currently manages and tracks these important documents.
Related violations
Finding-specific
Could you walk me through your daily routine for checking the facility's environment, such as classroom walls and equipment, to ensure everything is in good repair?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report noted findings related to the general repair of facility surfaces and equipment. Asking about the current maintenance routine provides insight into how the center ensures a well-kept environment for the children.
Related violations