Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 1.5
- Local median
- 0.66
Academy of Brandon
722 Lithia Pinecrest Rd, Brandon, FL 33511
- License:
- C13HI0652
- 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: 6:30AM to 6:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 83
- License expiration:
- February 28, 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.
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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 inspectionJune 17, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsOctober 10, 2025
Summary
This summary covers six available inspections for Academy of Brandon from February 20, 2024 through June 17, 2026.
Three inspections recorded violations, with nine recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on June 17, 2026 and involved facility condition, with a due date of July 17, 2026.
Hazardous access 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
- 9
- Higher-concern violations
- 4
- Repeated topics
- 2
3 in last 12 months
6 in last 12 months
3 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
6 total inspections vs 4 local median in 33511
Compared to 37 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 33%
- Local median
- 0%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 50%
- Local median
- 31%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 2
- 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 3 recorded violations.
February 4, 2025February 3, 2026Hazardous access
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
February 4, 2025February 3, 2026Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
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 Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection Licensing specialist Observed that in the Vehicle was not in good safe condition (there we a cord hanging out in the inside of the van, there were rips and tears in the seat) During the reinspection Licensing Specialist observed that the vehicle is not in good repair. There are tears in the ceiling fabric, fabric that is hanging, tears/holes in the seats that have been duck taped.
- Correction status
- Due by July 17, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- A vehicle(s) used to transport children did not have the required alarm system installed to prompt the driver to inspect the vehicle for children before exiting the vehicle. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection licensing specialist observed that the vehicle alarm installed was not in the correct working condition. (Vehicle Alarm was not placed in correct spot in the vehicle)According to the DCF CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4F. 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 ignition is turned on.b. The alarm system must be designed and ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by February 17, 2026
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 07 - Vehicle Requirements
- Official code
- 07-05
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The vehicle had missing, broken or non-operable seat belts and/or safety restraints. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.5 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection Licensing specialist observed that the vehicle seat belts are not properly installed.According to the CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.5Each child, when transported, must be seated in a back seat in an individual factory installed seat belt or federally approved child safety restraint. The child safety restraint must be installed, secured and used in accordance with the manufacturers instructions and a copy of such instructions must be maintained (in the vehicle and/or on file). Child safety restraint must be replaced if they have been recalled, are past the manufacturers date of use expiration date, or have been involved in a crash that meets the U.S. Departme ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by February 17, 2026
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 08 - Seat Belts/Child Restraints
- Official code
- 08-04
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- 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]
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the inspection Licensing specialist Observed that in the Vehicle was not in good safe condition (there we a cord hanging out in the inside of the van, there were rips and tears in the seat) 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 and documented on a daily inspection log. Outdoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety. Any problems must be corrected before the play area is used by children. D. Strangulation hazards, strings, and cords long enough to encircle a child ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by March 3, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The play equipment was not maintained in a safe or sanitary condition for the children to use in that [It was not in good repair.]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B and F (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection licensing specialist observed that the outdoor play equipment was not maintained in a safe condition for the children to play. 3.12 Outdoor EquipmentB. All playground equipment must be securely anchored, unless portable or stationary by design, in good repair, maintained in safe and sanitary condition, and placed to ensure safe use by the children. Maintenance must include inspections conducted every month of all supports above and below the ground and of all connectors and moving parts. Documentation of maintenance inspections must be maintained for 12 months.F. All equipment used in the outdoor play area must be constructed and maintained according to ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by February 17, 2026
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-03
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The ground cover or other protective surface under the [Playground] 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 inspection licensing specialist observed that the ground cover or other protective surface under the Playground fall zone was not maintained CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D 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 sand) a minimum of 6 inches in depth is required in the use zone. Asphalt, concrete, ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by March 3, 2026
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, the Licensing Specialist observed trash on the children's playground areas. The Provider cleaned up trash and this standard was brought back into compliance. Per CCF Handbook Section 3.5, A Outdoor Play Area A. The outdoor play area must be clean and free from litter, nails, glass and other hazards.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-01
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- The facilitys fencing walls or gate area had gaps that could allow children to exit the outdoor play area. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, F (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed the gate on the toddler playground was left open. The Provider closed and secured gate with lock. This standard was brought back into compliance. Per CCF Handbook Section 3.5 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 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 ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-06
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Open packages of perishable or leftover foods were not [ labeled with date]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed food not dated in the freezer or fridge. The violation was resolved by the kitchen aide adding dates to the packaged food. This standard was brought back into compliance. Per CCF Handbook 3.9.2, D 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
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 tell me about the current condition of the vehicles used for transportation and how you ensure they remain well-maintained?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from recent inspections show findings related to the maintenance and repair of facility vehicles. Asking about this helps parents understand the current process for keeping transportation safe and in good working order.
- Context
- A correction for vehicle maintenance was due on July 17, 2026.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps are taken to ensure that all safety restraints in your vehicles are properly installed and functioning correctly?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report identified a concern regarding the status of seat belts and safety restraints in the facility's vehicles. This question allows parents to learn about the center's current protocols for verifying that all child restraints meet safety requirements.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you verify that the vehicle alarm systems are always in proper working order before transporting children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records indicate a previous finding where a vehicle alarm system was not in the correct working condition. This question helps parents understand the current procedures for checking and maintaining these required safety systems.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your daily process for checking the playground and fencing to ensure everything is secure and ready for the children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records show multiple instances across different inspections regarding the security of fencing and the maintenance of outdoor play areas. Asking about daily routines helps parents understand how the center currently monitors these areas to keep them secure.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you manage the maintenance of outdoor play equipment to ensure it remains in good repair for the children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records indicate repeated findings regarding the maintenance of outdoor equipment and protective surfaces. This question helps parents understand the center's current schedule and process for inspecting and repairing play structures.
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