Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 2.67
- Local median
- 0.6
Kids R Kids Southshore
13151 Kings Lake Dr, Gibsonton, FL 33534
- License:
- C13HI0568
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 8, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- Gold Seal, VPK, After School, Before School, Drop In, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care, Transportation
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 6:00AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 300
- 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.
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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 inspectionMarch 3, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMarch 3, 2026
Summary
This summary covers six available inspections for Kids R Kids Southshore from January 17, 2024 through March 3, 2026.
Three inspections recorded violations, with 16 recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on January 22, 2026 and involved transportation, with a due date of February 22, 2026.
That higher-concern topic showed up in three 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
- 6
- Recorded violations
- 16
- Higher-concern violations
- 4
- Repeated topics
- 3
4 in last 12 months
16 in last 12 months
4 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
6 total inspections vs 3 local median in 33534
Compared to 9 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 50%
- Local median
- 10%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 50%
- Local median
- 33%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 3
- Local average
- 0.67
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Transportation
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 4 recorded violations.
September 29, 2025December 11, 2025January 22, 2026Equipment or readiness
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 5 recorded violations.
September 29, 2025January 22, 2026Staff training
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
September 29, 2025January 22, 2026Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The facility's transportation log did not include [2nd signature]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.2
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the transportation log was missing the second childcare personnel signatures on 2 entries dates on 1/20/26 and 1/16/26. The director was given until February 22, 2026, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook section 2.5.2 Transportation Log -A . A log must be maintained for all children being transported in a vehicle or on foot away from and/or to the premises of the childcare facility. The log must be retained on file at the facility for a minimum of 12 months and available for review by the licensing authority. The log must in ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by February 22, 2026
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 05 - Transportation
- Official code
- 05-04
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
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed in classroom 250 there was a green chair ripped and exposing the foam(the director removed the green chair out of the room at the time of the inspection). In the gym there is 2 red round tables were the surface is rubbed off and exposing the particle board underneath it. In classroom 500 the back of the shelf in the housekeeping area the contact paper is peeling off. The director was given until February 22, 2026, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 3.1 A.- General Health and Safety Requirements. A. All child care facilit ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by February 22, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
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
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed on the older playground the step of the jungle gym had tape peeling(the director peeled the tape off). The padding around the basketball hoop had a tear in it exposing the foam(The director covered the padding). There was a black and yellow bin that the lid was cracked(The director replaced the lid). On the 3 year old playground there is a xylophone that is rusted and the paint is peeling off. The director was given until February 22, 2026, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 3.5 A- Outdoor Play Area. A. The outdoor play ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by February 22, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-01
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
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed on the 2and 3 year old playground the base of the fence in the back left area had a gap more than 3 inches off the ground. The gap was measuring at 4 inches. The director was given until February 22, 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 o ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by February 22, 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
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed in classrooms 250, 300, 350, 400, 500, and 550 the mats were ripped and exposing the foam. The director was given until February 22, 2026, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section3.6.1,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 22, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 18 - Bedding and Linens
- Official code
- 18-06
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Open packages of perishable or leftover foods were not [ discarded within 7 calendar days]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, D
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed in the refrigerator there was nacho cheese from 1/8/26, pepperoni from 1/14/26, Tzatziki sauce from 1/12/26, and Hummus from 1/5/26. The director brought this standard back in compliance at the time of inspection by disposing the food into the trash can. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Hand book, Section 3.9.2 Food Storage D. Opened packages of perishable or leftover food items must be properly covered or sealed in containers or bags, labeled with the date, and properly stored and discarded within seven calendar days.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-21
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The ground cover or other protective surface under the [red climber] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed on the older playground under the red climber the fall zone weas not 6 inches in depth or 6 feet in width. The provider had artificial grass under the climber that went out 4 feet 10 inches and did not have anything else under the grass. It was the ground under it. The director was given until February 22, 2026, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 3.12.D.1- Outdoor Equipment. D. 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 t ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by February 22, 2026
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-07
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documentation to show child care personnel had begun the introductory training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.1
- Report comments
- During the time of inspection, the Operator advised the Licensing Specialist that there 39 employees. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 39 of the 39 employee records. When the Licensing Specialist was reviewing the files the licensing specialist observe one personnel did not begin her 40-hour training within 90 days of employment. The director was given until February 22, 2026, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 4.1 Beginning Training Childcare personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month must begin training within ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by February 22, 2026
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-03
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- Upon arrival at the destination, it was determined that the driver of the vehicle, or assigned child care personnel, failed to mark each child off the log as children departed the vehicle. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.2, F
- Inspector notes
- During the previous routine inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed the facility's transportation log did not include the signature of the second personnel indicating that the second personnel conducted a visual sweep of the vehicle. During the reinspection, the Licensing Specialist observed the transportation logs all contained first and second signatures. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed upon arrival at the destination, it was determined that the driver of the vehicle, or assigned childcare personnel, failed to mark each child off the log as children departed the vehicle. The date of the log entry is 10/10/25. During the reinspection, the Licen ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 05 - Transportation
- Official code
- 05-05
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The facility's transportation log did not include [some entries did not have the time on the vehicle, the time off the vehicle, the drivers signature or the secondary signature]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.2
- Inspector notes
- 5-4: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that some of the field trip transportation logs were missing some information, in that some entries did not have the time on the vehicle, the time off the vehicle, the drivers signature or the secondary signature. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.2 A. A log must be maintained for all children being transported in a vehicle or on foot away from and/or to the premises of the child care facility. The log must be retained on file at the facility for a minimum of 12 months and available for review by the licensing authority. The log must include: 1. Each ch ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by October 29, 2025
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 05 - Transportation
- Official code
- 05-04
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
- Inspector notes
- 17-1: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that there was a wasp nest on the Toddler Playground under the swing structure. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A The outdoor play area must be clean and free from litter, nails, glass and other hazards.
- Correction status
- Due by October 29, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-01
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
- Inspector notes
- 17-7: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the fence was not at ground level on the Toddler Playground in one section. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, 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 fence must remain at ground level and be free from erosion or buildup to prevent inside and outside access by children or animals. These areas must have at least two exits, with ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by October 29, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-07
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documentation of a fire extinguisher being properly maintained to include being serviced and retagged timely, and/or with a current certificate. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, B
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored the Fire Drill Log and observed documentation of the last fire drill having been conducted on 8/29/2025. The last approved fire inspection for this facility was dated 12/23/2024. The fire extinguisher certifications are valid until 12/2025. 23-5: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the fire extinguisher in both transportation vehicles did not have a tag. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, B Fire extinguishers with a minimum rating of 2A:10BC must be properly installed, serviced and maintained with current inspection tags at all times.
- Correction status
- Due by October 29, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-05
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documented proof that all child care personnel were trained and knowledgeable within 30 days of date of hire in [ safe sleep practices and shaken baby syndrome]. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.3 and 4.2.5
- Inspector notes
- During the time of inspection, the Owner/Operator/Director advised the Licensing Specialist that there 38 employees. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 38 of the 38 employee records. Counselor reviewed 10 hours of annual in-service, completed, for all child care personnel for the 2024/2025 fiscal year. REMINDER : In-service training for 2025/2026 fiscal year must be completed before July 1, 2026. 33-9: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed 2 child care personnel did not complete the safe sleep training within 30 days of their hire date. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Se ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by October 29, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-09
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
- 33-10: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that Driver 1 did not have the transportation training completed. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.6 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 facilit ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by October 29, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-10
Medium concern: Incident records
- Report finding
- Documentation of an accident or incident was insufficient in that it did not include the [some of the accident/incident reports were missing some information, such as the date, the childs last name, the parents signature or the first aid actions taken]. CCF Handbook, Section 6.4, C
- Inspector notes
- 39-5: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that some of the accident/incident reports were missing some information, such as the date, the childs last name, the parents signature or the first aid actions taken. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 6.4, C Documentation must include the name of the affected party, date and time of the occurrence, description of the occurrence, actions taken and by whom, and appropriate signatures of program child care personnel and the custodial parent or legal guardian. Program child care personnel signatures may include the director/child care personnel that witnessed ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by October 29, 2025
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 39 - Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation
- Official code
- 39-05
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 walk me through the current process for documenting child transportation to ensure all required signatures are captured?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from recent inspections indicate that transportation logs were occasionally missing required signatures. Asking about the current process helps clarify how the facility ensures all safety protocols are consistently followed during transport.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps does the team take to verify that every child is accounted for when they exit a vehicle?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records show multiple instances where transportation procedures, including child accountability, were not fully met. This question allows the director to explain the current oversight measures in place for vehicle arrivals.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you maintain and inspect your outdoor play equipment to ensure everything remains in good repair?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Official inspection reports have noted various maintenance issues with playground equipment and fencing over the past year. Asking about the current maintenance schedule helps parents understand how the facility keeps play areas in safe, working order.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is the process for ensuring all new staff members complete their required training on time?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Inspection records have previously noted gaps in documentation for required staff training. This question helps parents understand the current administrative process for tracking and verifying that all personnel meet their training requirements.
Related violations
General question
How does the center communicate with families about daily routines and any changes to classroom activities?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Understanding how a facility keeps families informed about daily operations helps parents feel more connected to their child's care. Consistent communication is a key part of a transparent and collaborative relationship between the center and families.