Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 1.54
- Local median
- 0.8
Little Tots Building Blocks Academy Inc
812 Maydell Dr, Tampa, FL 33619
- License:
- C13HI0637
- 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
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 45
- License expiration:
- September 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.
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Inspection snapshot
Questions worth asking
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Latest inspectionJanuary 8, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsJanuary 8, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 13 available inspections for Little Tots Building Blocks Academy Inc from February 9, 2023 through January 8, 2026.
Nine inspections recorded violations, with 20 recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on October 27, 2025 and involved equipment or readiness, with a due date of December 26, 2025.
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
- 13
- Recorded violations
- 20
- Higher-concern violations
- 5
- Repeated topics
- 4
4 in last 12 months
4 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
13 total inspections vs 4 local median in 33619
Compared to 26 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 31%
- Local median
- 20%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 69%
- Local median
- 33%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 4
- Local average
- 0.54
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 4 inspections, with 5 recorded violations.
September 21, 2023August 21, 2024September 3, 2025October 27, 2025Health or food records
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
September 21, 2023August 21, 2024September 3, 2025Facility condition
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 4 recorded violations.
September 21, 2023January 4, 2024August 21, 2024Staff-to-child ratio
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
May 30, 2024July 23, 2024Inspection 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 ground cover or other protective surface under the [play/climbing equipment] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the mulch under the play/climbing equipment did not measure the required 6 inches of mulch. The mulch measured between 2- 4 inches in some areas. The Director advised that she needs additional time to purchase more mulch due to the high cost of mulch. Licensing Specialist is giving additional time to bring this standard back into compliance. CCF Handbook, section 3.12 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 the equipment. All types of ground cover must be maintained to provide resilience ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by December 26, 2025
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-07
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the swing on the school age playground was broken and hanging low to the ground. CCG Handbook, section 3.5 Outdoor Play Area A. The outdoor play area must be clean and free from litter, nails, glass and other hazards.
- Correction status
- Due by October 3, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The food preparation area does not have a hand washing station or the hand washing station did not include the following: [did not reach 100 degrees in hand washing sink]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.1, A.7. (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the handwashing sink located in the kitchen used for food prep did not reach 100 degrees. CF Handbook, section 3.9.1 Food Preparation Area 7. A separate handwashing station with hot running water, a minimum of 100 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Correction status
- Due by October 3, 2025
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-09
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The ground cover or other protective surface under the [play, climbing equipment] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the mulch under all the play/climbing equipment on the toddler and school age playgrounds did not measure the required 6 inches. The mulch will also need to extend 6 feet from the perimeter of all climbing equipment and swings. Director advised Licensing Specialist that she would need additional time to put mulch down due to constant rain in the area. Director advised that she needs 45 days to put the mulch down. Licensing Specialist is allowing additional time to complete. CCF Handbook, section 3.12 Outdoor Equipment D. Permanent or stationary playground equipment must have a fall/use zone that extends a minim ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by October 20, 2025
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-07
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 several of the ceiling tiles in the afterschool classroom, two-year-old classroom and three- and four-year-old classroom had holes in them and not in good repair. During the time of inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that the air vents in the three- and four-year-old classroom to be built up with dirt and dust CCF Handbook, section 3.1 General Health and Safety Requirements 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 an ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by September 20, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
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 time of inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed bleach in an unlocked cabinet in the infant room. Licensing Specialist also observed bleach in an unlocked cabinet in the afterschool classroom. During the time of inspection, the Director locked the cabinet so that the bleach was no longer accessible to the children in care. This standard was brought back into compliance at the time of inspection. CCF Handbook, section 3.2 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 manufacturers recommendation. These ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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 ground cover or other protective surface under the [swings, slide and monkey bars] 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 inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that the mulch/ground covering around the fall zone areas on the infant/toddler and preschool playgrounds measured only 2 inches in depth and not the required six inches. CCF Handbook, section 3.12 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 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 ru ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by September 20, 2024
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-07
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Child(ren) did not have a Florida Certification of Immunization (DH Form 680) or a Religious Exemption from Immunization (DH Form 681), on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that two children did not have current immunization records on file. CCF Handbook, section 7.1 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 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 ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by September 20, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-01
Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
- Report finding
- A ratio of [4] child care personnel for [26] children is required. A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [26] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Ratio 1:26 (3) Infants (11) One- & Two-Year Olds (12) Three- & Four-Year Olds During the time of inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed one teacher with 26 children. Three of the children were infants. Second Ratio 1:3 Infants 1:5 One Year Olds 1:7 Two- and Three-Year Olds 1:15 Three-, Four- and Five-Year Olds 1:15 After Schoolers During the time of inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed five additional staff arrived and took children to their designated rooms. This standard was brought back into compliance during the time of inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Ratio Sufficient
- Official code
- 03-01
Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
- Report finding
- A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [4] children is required. A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [5] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of the inspection the Licensing Specialist observed the Infant room to have 1 staff member and 5 children (3 Infants and 2 One year olds). The Director moved 1 one year old to the toddler classroom to put the Infant room in ratios. this standard was completed during the time of the inspection. Per the DCF Handbook 2.3 Ratios The staff-to-child ratio, as established in Section 402.305(4), F.S., is based on primary responsibility for the direct supervision of children and applies at all times while children are in care.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Ratio Sufficient
- Official code
- 03-01
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
- During the inspection, the licensing specialist observed the white diapering changing pad in the infant room was ripped and was still non- compliant. The provider advised the licensing specialist that a new changing pad had been ordered. Technical assistance was provided by a Licensing specialist. Section 3.10 .2, E 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.
- Correction status
- Due by February 12, 2024
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
- Official code
- 30-06
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The facility's written plan of scheduled activities was not posted in a conspicuous place accessible to the custodial parents or legal guardians. CCF Handbook, Section 2.6 (Section 7, number 1) General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of the inspection Child Care Licensing observed that the Preschool Classroom [Threes and Fours] did not have a schedule of activities postered for the counselor to review. Technical Assistance was provided by the Child Care Licensing Counselor. G. An appropriate daily schedule provides flexibility and contains transition periods that help children move smoothly from one activity to another.
- Correction status
- Due by October 20, 2023
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 09 - Planned Activities
- Official code
- 09-03
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- The toileting facility did not have: [ paper towels or hand drying machines] , and within the reach of children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.7, H (Section 10.6, number 7) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of the inspection Child Care Licensing observed that there were no paper towels for the children in the Ones Classroom and in the Preschool Classroom. This was completed at the time of the inspection as the director added paper towels by the sinks in both classrooms. Technical Assistance was provided by the Child Care Licensing Counselor. H. Running water, soap, trash receptacles, toilet paper, and disposable towels or hand drying machines that are properly installed and maintained must be available and within reach of children using the bathroom.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 21 - Restrooms and Bath Facilities
- Official code
- 21-14
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]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of the inspection Child Care Licensing observed 5 bottles in the infant room not labeled. This was completed at the time of the inspection as the infant teacher labeled all 5 bottles with the children's first and last names. Technical Assistance was provided by the Child Care Licensing Counselor. 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: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Diaper changing occurred on a surface that was not impermeable. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, E (Section 12.3, number 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of the inspection Child Care Licensing observed the white changing table mat in the infant room have a rip in the front part of it. Technical Assistance was provided by the Child Care Licensing Counselor. E. 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.
- Correction status
- Due by October 20, 2023
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
- Official code
- 30-06
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The ground cover or other protective surface under the [the gray metal climbing structure] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D (Section 11.2, number 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- See Violation Detail Technical Assistance was provided by the Child Care Licensing Counselor. 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.
- Correction status
- Due by October 20, 2023
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-07
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 Child Care Licensing reviewed 1 staff file that was missing the Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form. This was corrected at the time of the inspection as the staff member signed a new form dated for today during the inspection. Technical Assistance was provided by the Child Care Licensing Counselor. 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 hire date and annually thereafter by all child care personnel. Child Care Facility Handbook Page | 62
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-04
Higher concern: Sleep safety
- Report finding
- Child/ren were placed in a crib, playpen, play yard or other sleeping and napping bedding with items that could pose a strangulation or suffocation risk. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.4, A
- Inspector notes
- Child Care Regulation observed an infant napping in a crib with a bib around the child's neck. According to the DCF Facility Handbook: 3.6.4 Safe Sleep C. Children must not be placed in the cribs, playpens, play yards or other sleeping and napping bedding with items that could pose a strangulation or suffocation risk. Cribs, playpens, play yards, other napping and sleeping bedding being used by a child must be placed a minimum of 18 inches away from window blinds, draperies or any window treatment/cover that pose a strangulation hazard. Technical Assistance was provided: Violation was resolved at the time of inspection. Teacher removed bib from the child's neck. Child Care Re ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 20 - Crib Requirements
- Official code
- 20-06
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- There were no daily attendance records or they were unavailable for review by the licensing authority. CCF Handbook, Section 7, B.4 Record Keeping [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- Childcare Regulation observed that ALL classroom attendance logs were not current with children's attendance and their time in and out of the classrooms. Classroom attendance logs were not completed for the week of 6/19/2023-6/23/2023. According to the DCF Facility Handbook: 7.5 Daily Attendance Daily attendance of children must be taken and recorded accurately by the child care personnel, documenting the time when each child enters and departs the program. Technical Assistance provided: Child Care Regulation informed the director about children not being signed in and out, and the director corrected this with her staff so that attendance logs were current and accurate during ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 46 - Daily Attendance
- Official code
- 46-01
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility failed to have a director with an active Florida Director Credential.
- Report comments
- The new assigned director does not have the Florida director's credential.
- Correction status
- Due by August 31, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PERSONNEL - 05 - Training Requirements: Section 1.02; 1.03; 1.04
- Official code
- 05-08
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
How do you ensure that all cleaning supplies and hazardous materials are kept securely out of reach of children at all times?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an August 2024 inspection report note that cleaning supplies were found in an unlocked cabinet accessible to children, though the issue was corrected at the time of the visit.
- Context
- The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
Can you walk me through your process for maintaining appropriate staff-to-child ratios throughout the day, especially during transitions or arrival times?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records show that staff-to-child ratios have been a recurring topic in past reports, including instances where the center was found to be out of ratio.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your current routine for inspecting and maintaining the outdoor play equipment to ensure it remains in good condition for the children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Official inspection reports from multiple dates over the past few years indicate repeated findings regarding the maintenance of ground cover and equipment safety in the outdoor play areas.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you monitor and document that all children have up-to-date health and immunization records on file upon enrollment?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An inspection report from August 2024 noted that some children did not have current immunization records on file as required.
Related violations
General question
What steps are taken to ensure that facility areas, such as classrooms and restrooms, are kept in good repair and clean for the children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Asking about facility maintenance helps parents understand how the provider manages daily upkeep and ensures a clean, safe environment for the children in their care.