Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 1.73
- Local median
- 1.27
Plant City Early Learning Academy
503 N Palmer St, Plant City, FL 33563
- License:
- C13HI0743
- 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, Drop In, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 310
- License expiration:
- September 14, 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.
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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 inspectionFebruary 27, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsDecember 4, 2025
Summary
This summary covers 11 available inspections for Plant City Early Learning Academy from September 1, 2023 through February 27, 2026.
Six inspections recorded violations, with 19 recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on February 27, 2026 and involved supervision.
That higher-concern topic showed up in three inspections.
The available reports do not include a later inspection with no recorded violations after that violation.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 11
- Recorded violations
- 19
- Higher-concern violations
- 10
- Repeated topics
- 2
7 in last 12 months
17 in last 12 months
10 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
11 total inspections vs 5 local median in 33563
Compared to 28 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 45%
- Local median
- 25%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 55%
- Local median
- 50%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 2
- Local average
- 1.86
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Supervision
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
October 3, 2025February 20, 2026February 27, 2026Health or food records
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
August 21, 2024February 20, 2026Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- Supervision of children in the [2-year old] group was inadequate in that [a 2-year old was left alone on the outdoor play area.]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 General Requirements [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed via video footage, a 2-year old was left on the playground alone for at least 6 minutes. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook: A. Child care personnel must position themselves in the outdoor play area so that all children can be observed and directly supervised. B. Child care personnel must be assigned to provide direct supervision to a specific group of children and be with that group of children at all times. Children must never be left without child care personnel supervision inside or outside the facility, in a vehicle, or at a fi ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
- Official code
- 04-01
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]
- Report comments
- Ratio(s) (First Observation) 1:5 Infants and 1-year olds 2:12 1-year olds 1:9 2-year olds 2:19 3, 4, and 5-year olds Ratio(s) (Second Observation) 2:5 Infants and 1-year olds 2:12 1-year olds 1:9 2-year olds 2:19 3, 4, and 5-year olds During the time of the inspection, Licensing provided technical assistance: per the s.402.305(4), F.S. (4) STAFF-TOCHILDREN RATIO. (a) Minimum standards for the care of children in a licensed child care facility as established by rule of the department must include: 1. For children from birth through 1 year of age, there must be one child care personnel for every four children. 2. For children 1 year of age or older, but under 2 years of age, th ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Ratio Sufficient
- Official code
- 03-01
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- Supervision of children in the [1-year old] group was inadequate in that [teacher had back to children.]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed a ratios of 2:12 1-year olds were present the day of the incident. 1 personnel had their back to the children the whole duration of the time it took for them to prepare lunch for the class. During this time one personnel, a Substitute, was left to supervise the children which resulted in a number of inappropriate interactions between the substitute and the children in care. During the time of the inspection, this was resolved by the Facility terminating the Substitute effective immediately. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook: A. Chi ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
- Official code
- 04-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Preparation of food occurred in an area that is not a designated food preparation area. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.1 Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed video footage supplied by the facility which shows child care personnel preparing lunch for the children in the classroom using the designated handwashing sink for the diaper changing area. During the time of the inspection, this was resolved by all meals and snacks being prepared in the kitchen and being brought to the children ready to serve. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook: A food preparation area is a designated room, such as a kitchen, or a designated space in a facility not normally used or accessible to the children in dai ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-02
Higher concern: Child guidance
- Report finding
- Child care personnel inappropriately interacted with children in care in a manner that was aggressive, demeaning or intimidating in nature. CCF Handbook, Section 8.2, C Enforcement [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed video footage supplied by the facility which shows a Substitute acting in aggressive manner towards 5 1-year olds in the 1-year old classroom. During the time of the inspection, this was resolved by the facility terminating the Substitute effective immediately. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook: C. Child care personnel must appropriately interact with children to foster a healthy, safe environment that will encourage the childs physical, intellectual, motor, and social development. Interactions with children that are aggressive, de ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 47 - Access/Child Safety
- Official code
- 47-01
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- Supervision of children in the [VPK] group was inadequate in that [an innapropriate interaction occured between two children.]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 General Requirements [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- An inappropriate interaction occurred between two children who were hiding behind wall "blind spot" in the classroom. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook:General Supervision Requirements A. Child care personnel must position themselves in the outdoor play area so that all children can be observed and directly supervised. B. Child care personnel must be assigned to provide direct supervision to a specific group of children and be with that group of children at all times. Children must never be left without child care personnel supervision inside or outside the facility, in a vehicle, or at a field trip ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
- Official code
- 04-01
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The facilitys written plan of scheduled activities did not include alternate activities in case of inclement weather. CCF Handbook, Section 2.6 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed no inclement weather schedules were posted in any of the classrooms. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook:Each group or class must have a written and followed plan of scheduled activities posted in an easily seen location accessible to parents/guardians. The written plan must meet the needs of the children being served and must include alternate activities in case of bad weather. The written plan shall include a variety of activities that range from structured to unstructured activities that encourage a childs developmental growth."
- Correction status
- Due by October 6, 2025
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 09 - Planned Activities
- Official code
- 09-04
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Areas of the facility were found to be in need of cleaning. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed dirt and crumbs from food under the diaper changing mats in the Ride, Tesla, and Cousteau Rooms. The transportation vehicle has sawdust remnants scattered across the back 2 rows. The floor surrounding the trashcan in the Galilei Room has dirt and food built up around it. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook: 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 do ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by October 6, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-01
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]
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed a ceiling tile in the Ride room was stained. This was corrected at the time of inspection by the Operator changing the tile. A drawer is missing from its track on the sink/cabinet unit in the classroom. in the Einstein Room. 2 drawers are missing from their tracks on the sink/cabinet unit, the corner beading is becoming exposed. This is causing peeling paint and exposed drywall in the Galilei Room. Areas in the fellowship hall where dividers have been removed left peeling paint and exposed drywall. Exposed screws were observed coming out of the bottom corner of the stage. During the time of the inspection, t ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by October 6, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
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 the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed the fencing on the outdoor play area on the parking lot side does not extend to the ground level. There are 6 inch gaps along the entire bottom width of the fence. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook: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 p ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by December 5, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-06
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Cleaning and sanitizing potty chairs did not take place after each use. CCF Handbook, Section 3.7, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed a potty chair in the upstairs boys bathroom was full of urine and had not been cleaned or sanitized after it's last use. During the time of the inspection, this was resolved by the Operator cleaning and sanitizing the potty seat. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook: D. Potty chairs, if used, shall be in addition to the toilet requirements, and must be cleaned and sanitized or disinfected after each use."
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 21 - Restrooms and Bath Facilities
- Official code
- 21-05
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- The sink and/or toilet was not maintained in good operating condition, clean and/or sanitized or disinfected. CCF Handbook, Section 3.7, I (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed the toilet in the Ride Room had brown water in the bowl, the inside of the bowl had brown and black residue coating it, the toilet was non-operational. The toilet in the Tesla Room had a ring of brown residue circling the inside of the bowl. An unknown yellow/discolored substance was surrounding the toilet on the floor. The toilet in the Nightingale Room did not flush, it filled with water. The toilet did not overflow. The girls bathroom upstairs had toilet paper strewn across the floor. In the boys bathroom toilet paper was strewn across the floor and in front of the last toilet there was urine on the floor ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by October 6, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 21 - Restrooms and Bath Facilities
- Official code
- 21-11
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Child care personnel did not complete preservice training requirements prior to unsupervised contact with or care of children or, if supervised, within 90 days of beginning employment or service with the provider. (Section 3.1 and 3.2 Training Requirements, Page 7) [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed 4 child care personnel did not complete preservice training requirements within 90 days of beginning employment. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the SR Handbook: 3.1 Preservice Child care personnel must successfully complete the preservice training coursework described in this section, as applicable. All child care personnel must complete these preservice training requirements within 90 days of initial employment with any School Readiness provider. This timeframe does not start over if personnel change employment to another School Readiness provi ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by December 5, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-13
Higher concern: Medication
- Report finding
- A prescription or non-prescription medication, specifically [Nystatin, baby powder, and petroleum jelly], was dispensed without written authorization from the custodial parent or legal guardian. CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, A and K (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed 2 tubes of Nystatin, baby powder, and 2 tubs of petroleum jelly did not have written authorization from the custodial parent or legal guardian. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook:A. The child care program must have written authorization from the custodial parent or legal guardian to give prescription and non-prescription medications. This authorization must be dated and signed by the custodial parent or legal guardian and contain the childs name; the name of the medication to be given; and date, time and amount of the correct dosage ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 40 - Medication
- Official code
- 40-01
Higher concern: Medication
- Report finding
- Medication which had expired or is no longer being administered was not discarded or returned to the custodial parent or legal guardian. CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, H (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed 1 tube of Expired A+D Ointment, 1 tube of Mustela, 2 tubes of Boudreaux's Butt Paste, and 1 tub of Aquaphor all having been expired. During the time of the inspection, this was resolved by the Operator discarding all expired medications. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook:H. Medication that has expired or that is no longer being dispensed must be returned to the custodial parent or legal guardian or discarded."
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 40 - Medication
- Official code
- 40-17
Higher concern: Medication
- Report finding
- Parental permission was not obtained prior to administering: [ diaper cream]. CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, J and K (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed no parental permission was on file for the following diaper creams to be dispensed: 5 tubes of Desitin, 1 tube of Honest diaper cream, 1 tube of A+D ointment, 1 tube of Aquaphor, 1 tube of Boudreaux's Butt Paste in the Ride Room. 2 tube of Boudreaux's Butt Paste, 2 tubes of Desitin, 1 tube of A+D Ointment, 1 tube of Balmex, 1 tube of Mustela Diaper cream, 1 tube of Triple Paste in the Tesla Room. 3 tubes of Boudreaux's Butt Paste, 2 Aquaphor sticks, and 2 tubes of Aquaphor in the Cousteau Room. 1 tube of Triple Paste, 1 tube of Boudreaux's Butt Paste, 1 tube of Aquaphor, 1 tube of Desitin, and 1 bottle of Bo ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by October 6, 2025
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 40 - Medication
- Official code
- 40-20
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- Attendance records did not include the time of each childs arrival and departure. CCF Handbook, Section 7.5 Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- During the time of the inspection, the Operator failed to supply the Licensing Specialist with complete attendance records for the day of the incident. the first set of records provided showed both children being absent, the second attendance record was incomplete in that there were no sign out times documented. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook: 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." ENFORCEMENT
- Correction status
- Due by September 19, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 46 - Daily Attendance
- Official code
- 46-02
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
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 (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that the annual Fire Inspection expired on August 1, 2024. According to the childcare facility handbook 3.8.2 Fire Safety A. Unless statutorily exempted, all childcare 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 d ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by September 21, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-01
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
- During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that three children had expired immunization forms in their files. According to the childcare facility handbook 7.1 Immunization Records The childcare 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 ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by September 21, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-02
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 describe the current procedures in place to ensure children are always supervised, especially during outdoor play?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from a February 2026 inspection noted an instance where a child was left unattended on the playground. Asking about current supervision protocols helps clarify how the center maintains constant oversight of children in all areas.
- Context
- The finding was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps has the center taken to strengthen staff training regarding appropriate interactions with children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from February 2026 identified a concern regarding staff interactions with children. Discussing training and expectations for staff behavior helps parents understand the center's commitment to a positive environment.
- Context
- The staff member involved was terminated immediately at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How does the center monitor and maintain required staff-to-child ratios throughout the day?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records from February 2026 noted a discrepancy in staff-to-child ratios. Understanding how the center tracks and adjusts staffing levels helps ensure that children receive consistent attention.
- Context
- The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is the center's process for ensuring all medication and health-related authorizations are current and properly documented?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records show multiple instances across recent inspections regarding medication documentation and health records. Asking about the current administrative process for managing these files helps parents understand how the center keeps health information accurate.
Related violations
General question
How do you communicate with families about daily routines and any changes to classroom procedures?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Consistent communication is essential for parents to feel confident in the daily care their children receive. This question helps clarify how the center keeps families informed about classroom activities and operational updates.