Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 1
- Local median
- 0.25
Amazing Explorers Academy Westchase
8080 Countryway Blvd, Tampa, FL 33635
- License:
- C13HI0657
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 8, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- VPK, After School, Drop In, Food Served, Full Day, Infant Care, Transportation
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 6:30AM to 6:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 164
- License expiration:
- March 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 inspectionMay 15, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsApril 16, 2025
Summary
This summary covers six available inspections for Amazing Explorers Academy Westchase from February 27, 2024 through May 15, 2026.
Three inspections recorded violations, with six recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on March 24, 2026 and involved transportation, with a due date of April 24, 2026.
That higher-concern topic 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
- 6
- Higher-concern violations
- 2
- Repeated topics
- 2
2 in last 12 months
1 in last 12 months
1 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
6 total inspections vs 4 local median in 33635
Compared to 9 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 33%
- Local median
- 0%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 50%
- Local median
- 20%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 2
- Local average
- 0.22
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 3 recorded violations.
February 27, 2024February 24, 2025Transportation
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
February 27, 2024March 24, 2026Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
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
- Report comments
- The vehicle alarm installed was not in working condition in both transportation vehicles. According to CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 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. 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 installed so that the vehicle horn, siren or other type of audio alarm will sound if the driver/staff me ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 24, 2026
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 07 - Vehicle Requirements
- Official code
- 07-06
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the 40 hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement. CCF Handbook Section 4.2.1
- Report comments
- During the inspection 2 staff did not complete the mandatory 40 hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement. According to CCF Handbook Section 4.2.1 Child care personnel must successfully complete 40 hours of child care training as evidenced by successful completion of competency examinations offered by the Department or its designated representative with a weighted score of 70 or better.
- Correction status
- Due by April 14, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-01
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
- Correction / follow-up note
- Licensing Specialist observed that a Child did not have a Florida Certification of Immunization (DH Form 680) or a Religious Exemption from Immunization (DH Form 681), on file. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1, B The custodial parents or legal guardians fail to provide the documentation required above within 30 days of enrollment, the facility shall not allow the child to remain in the program. The parent/guardian of a child who has not received the age-appropriate immunizations prior to enrollment and who does not have documented medical or religious exemptions from routine childhood immunizations must provide documentation of a scheduled appointment or arrangement to receive immun ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by March 24, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-01
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
- Correction / follow-up note
- Licensing Specialist observed that a child did not have a Student Health Examination/DH (Form 3040), or an equivalent health statement on file within 30 days of enrollment. Handbook, Section 7.2, C If the custodial parents or legal guardians fail to provide the documentation required above within 30 days of enrollment, the facility shall not allow the child to remain in the program.
- Correction status
- Due by March 24, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
- Official code
- 42-01
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
- Report comments
- 07-05 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
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 07 - Vehicle Requirements
- Official code
- 07-06
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
- Inspector notes
- During the time of inspection, it was observed that bottles and/or sippy cups brought from home were not labeled with childs first and last name. This was observed in multiple rooms. During the inspection providers labeled the bottles and sippy cups without labels making this now in compliance. Per CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.5, B: 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
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
What is the current process for ensuring that vehicle alarm systems are fully operational before transporting children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from recent inspections indicate that vehicle alarm systems were not in working condition. This question helps families understand the current maintenance and daily check procedures for transportation safety.
- Context
- A correction was due by 4/24/2026.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How does the center manage and track student health and immunization records to ensure all documentation is complete upon enrollment?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records show multiple instances where required health or immunization documentation was missing for children. This question helps parents understand how the facility tracks these important records to maintain compliance.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps are taken to ensure that all staff members complete their required introductory training in a timely manner?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report noted that some staff had not completed mandatory training requirements. This question helps parents learn about the center's current staff development and training oversight practices.
- Context
- A correction was due by 4/14/2025.
Related violations
Finding-specific
Could you describe the daily routine for labeling items brought from home, such as bottles or cups, to ensure they are correctly identified?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records indicate an earlier finding regarding the labeling of personal items. This question allows parents to understand the current process for keeping track of children's belongings.
- Context
- This was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
General question
How does the center communicate with families regarding upcoming changes to daily schedules or facility policies?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Clear communication helps parents stay informed about how the center operates on a day-to-day basis. Understanding these channels ensures families feel connected and aware of any updates to care routines.