Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 1.86
- Local median
- 1.27
Plant City Learning Center
651 E Alexander St, Plant City, FL 33563
- License:
- C13HI0795
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 8, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, VPK, After School, Before School, Drop In, Food Served, Full Day, Infant Care, Transportation
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 6:00AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 168
- License expiration:
- September 15, 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
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 2, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsOctober 22, 2025
Summary
This summary covers seven available inspections for Plant City Learning Center from August 26, 2024 through June 2, 2026.
Three inspections recorded violations, with 13 recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on June 2, 2026 and involved sleep safety.
The available reports do not include a later inspection with no recorded violations after that violation.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 7
- Recorded violations
- 13
- Higher-concern violations
- 3
- Repeated topics
- 1
6 in last 12 months
13 in last 12 months
3 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
7 total inspections vs 5 local median in 33563
Compared to 28 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 43%
- Local median
- 25%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 43%
- Local median
- 50%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 1
- 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.
Facility condition
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 5 recorded violations.
August 6, 2025April 6, 2026Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
Higher concern: Sleep safety
- Report finding
- The bedding available was not safe and poses a threat to the health, safety or well-being of a child in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1 (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 an infant sleeping in a bouncer. During the time of the inspection, this was resolved by the Operator moving the infant to a crib. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook: Each child in care must be provided safe and sanitary bedding to be used when napping or sleeping. Nap bedding is not required for school-age children; however, the program must provide an area for children that choose to rest.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 18 - Bedding and Linens
- Official code
- 18-02
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The facility's driver did not have [ An annual physical examination which grants medical approval to drive]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed one Driver had an expired physical. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook: The driver of any vehicle used by a child care program to provide transportation must have the following: A. A valid Florida drivers license including the proper endorsement; B. An annual physical examination which grants medical approval to drive, and valid certificate(s) of course completion for first aid training and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) procedures.
- Correction status
- Due by May 6, 2026
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 06 - Driver's License, Physician Certification & First Aid/CPR Training
- Official code
- 06-01
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 walls and floors near trash cans used for food waste have residue which in in need of cleaning. In the 3-year old room: the purple toy shelf has dirt built up in the corners of each shelf space. In the 3 and 4-year old room: the bathroom stool has a heavy layer of dirt on top and in the feet of the stool. There were cobwebs in the exit doorway of the extra room and in the dry food pantry used for food storage. Transportation vehicle (78866): an old lollipop was found which an abundant amount of sugar ants around it on the floor. The lollipop was removed but there were still many ants observed all around the ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by May 6, 2026
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]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed in the VPK room: the baseboard trim is peeling off of the wall, peeling paint on the by the shark chair. In the 1-year old room: a stained ceiling tile. In the hallway: the flooring down the middle of the hallway is lifting and able to be shifted, flooring was taped down but has since come up. In the Boys bathroom: the baseboard trim peeled off of the wall and was taped down using duct tape. In the 3-year old room: there is peeling paint of the corner beading of the pink wall, some of the wall is chipped off towards the bottom of the wall. In the 3 and 4-year old room: there is a small hole in the purple wal ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by May 6, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
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 2-year old room was not cleaned and sanitized after a child used it. 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
- Due by May 6, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 21 - Restrooms and Bath Facilities
- Official code
- 21-05
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- The bath facility was not cleaned and/or sanitized or disinfected after each use. CCF Handbook, Section 3.7, G (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed the bathrooms in the boys bathroom, VPK and Infant room are in need of cleaning around the sink areas. The toilets show signs of dried urine and dirt build up around the bases. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook: G. Every facility must have at least one portable or permanent bath facility available for bathing children. The bath facility must be in good operation, clean and must be sanitized or disinfected after each use.
- Correction status
- Due by May 6, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 21 - Restrooms and Bath Facilities
- Official code
- 21-10
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documentation of a fire extinguisher being properly maintained to include being serviced and retagged timely, and/or with a current certificate. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, B (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored the Fire Drill Log and observed documentation of the last fire drill having been conducted on 3-19-26. The last approved fire inspection for this facility was dated 8-19-25. The fire extinguisher certifications are valid until 8-2026. The fire extinguisher in transportation vehicle (78866) expired 8-2025. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook: B. Fire extinguishers with a minimum rating of 2A:10BC must be properly installed, serviced and maintained with current inspection tags at all times.
- Correction status
- Due by May 6, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-05
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Children were provided food that was not age appropriate and/or posed a choking hazard. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, B & C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, the Operator advised that the facility provides meals and snacks to the children that are in care. ***The provider is a food program participant. **** During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed children in the 1 and 2-year old rooms were eating chicken tenders which were cur in half long ways, the chicken tenders after they were cut measures 3 to 4-inches in length. During the time of the inspection, this was resolved by the Operator advising the kitchen personnel to cut the food into 1/2 inch pieces. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook: B. If a child c ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 25 - Meals and Snacks
- Official code
- 25-02
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3)
- Inspector notes
- During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed 2 child care personnel did not complete the 40 hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook: 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. Child care personnel who successfully completed the mandatory 40-hour Introductory Child Care Training prior to January 1, 2004 are not required to fulfill the c ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by June 8, 2026
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-01
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
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]
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed the baseboard in the girls bathroom peeled off of the wall, ceiling tile in Room 6 bathroom is stained. 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 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 ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by September 8, 2025
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 [parts of the play eqiupment are detatched.]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B and F (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed two areas of the playground equipment used for the main area were loose and detaching. One area is on the railing for the highest slide, the other is i=near the railing stepping off of the equipment. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook: B. 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 groun ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by September 8, 2025
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 [yellow slides] 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 the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed mulch for the resilient surface under the yellow slides measured 3 inches. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook: 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 September 8, 2025
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-07
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 expired diaper cream in Room 6 and expired diaper cream and Albuterol in Room 8. During the time of the inspection, this was resolved by the Operator removing the creams and albuterol from the classrooms. 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
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 explain the current process for ensuring infants are always placed in appropriate sleep equipment?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from a June 2026 inspection noted an instance where an infant was not in a crib, which was corrected immediately at the time of the visit.
- Context
- The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps does the center take to ensure all drivers meet current medical and certification requirements?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from April 2026 identified that a driver's physical examination documentation was not up to date.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How does the staff manage the storage and disposal of medications to ensure nothing expired remains on-site?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records from August 2025 show that some expired items were found in classrooms and were removed by the operator during the visit.
- Context
- The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
Can you describe the daily routine for maintaining the cleanliness and repair of the facility and restrooms?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from multiple inspections between 2025 and 2026 have noted various needs for cleaning and repairs in classrooms and restrooms.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is the center's policy for ensuring that all food served is age-appropriate to prevent choking hazards?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An inspection report from April 2026 noted that some food items provided to younger children needed to be resized to meet safety standards, which was addressed during the visit.
- Context
- The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations