Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 1.83
- Local median
- 0.25
Kids R Us Academy
8018 Hanley Rd, Tampa, FL 33634
- License:
- C13HI0610
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 8, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- Gold Seal, School Readiness, VPK, After School, Before School, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care, Transportation
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 6:00AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 105
- License expiration:
- November 30, 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.
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 inspectionNovember 18, 2025
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsFebruary 19, 2025
Summary
This summary covers six available inspections for Kids R Us Academy from May 15, 2023 through November 18, 2025.
Three inspections recorded violations, with 11 recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on November 18, 2025 and involved health or food records.
Transportation was a higher-concern topic that showed up in two inspections.
The available reports do not include a later inspection with no recorded violations after that violation.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 6
- Recorded violations
- 11
- Higher-concern violations
- 3
- Repeated topics
- 1
1 in last 12 months
1 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
- 33%
- Local median
- 0%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 50%
- Local median
- 21%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 1
- 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.
Health or food records
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 5 recorded violations.
November 14, 2024November 18, 2025Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
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 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Report comments
- During the inspection Bottles and/or sippy cups brought from home were not labeled with childs first and last name. The staff and the director were notified at the time, and the issue was resolved. According to CCF 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
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The vehicle alarm installed was not in working condition. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Licensing Specialist observed that the vehicle alarm installed on the 2015 Ford Model: Express. Last 6 digits VIN: A50305 was not in operable condition. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 (Section 2.1) By January 1, 2022, all vehicles used by childcare facilities to transport children must be equipped with a reliable alarm system approved by the Department which prompts the driver to inspect the vehicle for children before exiting the vehicle. Approved alarm systems must meet the following criteria: a. The alarm system must be armed or activated automatically when the vehicles ignition is turned on. b. The alarm system must be designed and installed so that the vehicle horn, siren o ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by December 16, 2024
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 07 - Vehicle Requirements
- Official code
- 07-06
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
- Licensing Specialist observed that the chain link fencing was not attached to the posts. It could easily be pushed and moved causing a potential safety hazard to the children. The Director was notified and advised Licensing Specialist that the work order is in, and the fence will be fixed shortly. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5 The facilitys outdoor play area must be fenced as required by local ordinances to prevent access by children to all water hazards within or adjacent to outdoor play areas, such as pools, ditches, retention ponds, and fishponds. The outdoor play area must have adequate fencing or walls a minimum of 4 feet in height. Fencing, including gates, must be continuo ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by December 16, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Food item was served from an unapproved source in that [ther kitchen is being renovated and is inoperable. Meals have been preapred from the homes of the director and owner and brought to the facility.]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, E (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- Licensing Specialist was advised that the kitchen was being renovated and is not operable at this time. Licensing asked the Director how was food being served and what was the source of the food? The Director stated to licensing Specialist that the meals were prepared at her home or the owners and brought in to the children. Licensing Specialist advised the director that was not allowed and suggested that the parents be notified that the kitchen is not operable and have the parents provide the children's meals until the kitchen is back in operable condition or provide catered meals from an approved source. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, E A facility chooses to provide food to c ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 25 - Meals and Snacks
- Official code
- 25-03
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Facility served food from an unlicensed or unpermitted caterer. CCF Handbook, Section 7, B.15. (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- Licensing Specialist was advised that while the kitchen is being renovated the meals were being prepared at the homes of the director and owner, being that neither are licensed caterers and are not permitted to prepare and transport food to the facility making this non- compliance. CCF Handbook, Section 7, B.15. If a facility chooses to provide or make available food to children in care from an outside source, such as a caterer, or a licensed child care facility under the same ownership that includes a food preparation area that meets licensing standards, or as the result of a learning activity provided by a child care program, such as a garden, it is the responsibility of th ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 27 - Catered Food and Food Provided by Outside Sources
- Official code
- 27-02
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 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Licensing Specialist observed in multiple classrooms that not all sippy cups/water bottles were labeled with childs first and last name CCF 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
- Due by December 16, 2024
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
- 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
- Licensing Specialist observed that 4 children had an expired Florida Certificate of immunization in their file. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 The child care facility is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed Florida Certification of Immunization form Part A-1, B, or C, DH 680, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(o), F.A.C., or the Religious Exemption from Immunization form, DH 681, which is incorporated by reference in 65C- 22.001(7)(p), F.A.C., from the custodial parent or legal guardian. DH Form 680 and DH Form 681 may be obtained from the local county health department. Specific immunization requirements are i ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by December 16, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-02
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The drivers personnel record did not include [ Valid certificate(s) of course completion for first aid training and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) procedures]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, E General Requirements [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- Driver 1s license will expire on 10/9/2029 , physical was conducted on 2/27/23 , the CPR and First Aid certificate is valid until 5/28/2025 and the driver 1 has completed the transportation training. Driver 2s license will expire on 12/04/2024 , physical was conducted on 2/22/2022 , and the driver 2 has completed the transportation training. Childcare Regulation Observed that Driver 2 did not have a proof of pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) procedures. The driver has a valid Basic Life Support ( CPR and AED ) not Pediatric. 2.5.1 Driver Requirements The driver of any vehicle used by a child care program to provide transportation must have the following: Child Car ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by June 15, 2023
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 06 - Driver's License, Physician Certification & First Aid/CPR Training
- Official code
- 06-02
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The vehicle alarm installed was not in working condition. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4
- Inspector notes
- Counselor reviewed the vehicle safety alarm for the vehicle(s) used to transport children. Childcare Regulation observed that the Alarm of Vehicle #1 was not in working condition. Director tried to run the vehicle two times but the alarm did not go off. Technical assistance was provided. F. By January 1, 2022 all vehicles used by child care facilities to transport children must be equipped with a reliable alarm system approved by the Department which prompts the driver to inspect the vehicle for children before exiting the vehicle. 1. Approved alarm systems must meet the following criteria: a. The alarm system must be armed or activated automatically when the vehicles ignitio ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by July 15, 2023
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 07 - Vehicle Requirements
- Official code
- 07-06
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documented proof of an annual fire inspection by the local fire authority. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, A Physical Environment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- Facility did not have a proof of an annual fire inspection. Last approved inspection was dated on 4/28/2022 3.8.2 Fire Safety A. Unless statutorily exempted, all child care facilities must conform to state standards adopted by the State Fire Marshal, Chapter 69A-36, F.A.C., Uniform Standards for Life Safety and Fire Prevention in Child Care Facilities. A copy of the current and approved annual fire inspection report completed by a certified fire inspector must be on file with the licensing authority. If the program is granted a fire inspection exemption by the local fire inspection office, the exemption must be documented and maintained on file at the program. Technical Assis ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by June 15, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-01
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The ground cover or other protective surface under the [the Large equipment (Yellow with two blue slides), the blue and silver climber, the orange climber, and the two swing sets] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- Childcare Regulation observed that the Fall Zone under the Large equipment (Yellow with two blue slides), the blue and silver climber, the orange climber, and the two swing sets were not maintain and measures 2 to 3 inches in depth. Technical assistant was provided. 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 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. 1. If the ground cover in place is loose ground cover (such as, but not limited to: mulch, shredded rubber chips, or ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by June 15, 2023
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-07
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 explain the current process for ensuring that vehicle safety alarms are tested and fully operational?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from 2023 and 2024 indicate instances where vehicle alarm systems were not in working condition during inspections. Asking about the current maintenance schedule helps parents understand how the facility ensures these safety systems remain reliable for daily transportation.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What are the current requirements for staff who transport children regarding their training and certification documentation?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from 2023 noted a finding regarding documentation for pediatric CPR procedures for a driver. This question allows parents to learn how the center tracks and verifies that all staff members meet the necessary qualifications for transporting children.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How does the center ensure that all items brought from home, such as sippy cups and bottles, are consistently labeled for each child?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records show that labeling of personal items has been a repeated topic across multiple reports. Asking about the current daily routine for managing these items helps parents understand how the staff keeps track of individual belongings.
Related violations
General question
What is your process for maintaining the playground and outdoor play areas to ensure they remain safe and ready for use?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Regular maintenance of outdoor equipment and surfaces is essential for a safe play environment. This question helps parents understand the center's approach to routine facility upkeep and safety checks.
General question
How do you communicate with families regarding any changes to meal services or food preparation procedures?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Clear communication about food services is important for parents to feel confident in their child's daily care. This question helps parents understand how the center keeps families informed about operational changes.