Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.5
- Local median
- 0.75
Kinovu School of Lithia
3105 Lithia Pinecrest Rd, Valrico, FL 33596
- License:
- C13HI0827
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 8, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- Gold Seal, School Readiness, After School, Before School, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 219
- License expiration:
- April 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.
Not this provider’s price.
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Inspection snapshot
Questions worth asking
The available records raise questions worth asking before enrolling.
Next: Review the inspection history below and ask the provider what the records mean and what changed afterward.
Latest inspectionApril 21, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsApril 21, 2026
Summary
This summary covers six available inspections for Kinovu School of Lithia from January 22, 2025 through April 21, 2026.
Two inspections recorded violations, with three recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on April 20, 2026 and involved staff training, with a due date of May 17, 2026.
DaycareFacts did not classify any of these violations at the Higher concern level.
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
- 6
- Recorded violations
- 3
- Higher-concern violations
- 0
- Repeated topics
- 1
5 in last 12 months
3 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
6 total inspections vs 4.5 local median in 33596
Compared to 20 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 0%
- Local median
- 18%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 33%
- Local median
- 29%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 1
- Local average
- 0.95
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Staff training
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
November 21, 2025April 20, 2026Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
No recorded violations in this report
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 one personnel did not their School Readiness training within the 90 days. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, School Readiness Program Health and Safety Standards Handbook Section 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 provider wi ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by May 17, 2026
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-13
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documented proof that all child care personnel were trained and knowledgeable within 30 days of date of hire in [ the use of fire extinguishers]. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.3 and 4.2.5 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Training [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of inspection, the Owner/Operator/Director advised the Licensing Specialist that there 5 employees. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 5 of the 5 employee records. REMINDER: In-service training for 2025/2026 fiscal year must be completed before July 1, 2026. 33-9: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed 1 child care personnel did not have documentation that the fire extinguisher training was completed within 30 days of their hire date. During the inspection, the 1 child care personnel completed the fire extinguisher training. This is being marked compliant. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided tec ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-09
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ An applicable part of the record was not complete, The form was not current (expired)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- 41-2: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed 1 childs files that had expired immunization and 1 childs file had immunizations, however it was not on the DH680 form. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 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 ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by December 22, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-02
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 walk me through your process for ensuring all new staff members complete their required training on time?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an April 2026 inspection show that a staff member had not completed required preservice training within the expected timeframe. Asking about the current process helps clarify how the center tracks and manages these requirements for new hires.
- Context
- A later clean inspection occurred on April 21, 2026.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you keep track of immunization records to ensure they stay current for every child in your care?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from November 2025 noted instances where immunization records were either expired or not on the required form. This question helps parents understand the administrative system used to maintain accurate and up-to-date health documentation.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps does your team take to ensure all staff are fully trained on safety procedures, such as fire extinguisher use, shortly after they are hired?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- The available inspection records show that staff training topics have appeared in multiple reports between November 2025 and April 2026. Discussing this helps parents learn how the center prioritizes and verifies that all employees complete their necessary safety training.
Related violations
General question
How do you communicate with families if there is ever a change in the daily routine or a new staff member joining the classroom?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Consistent communication helps parents feel connected to their child's daily experience and informed about the people providing care. Understanding these habits helps families gauge how the center keeps parents involved in classroom updates.
General question
What is your approach to supporting children as they transition into a new classroom or age group within the center?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Learning about transition practices helps parents understand how the center manages changes for children to ensure they feel comfortable and secure. This information is useful for families to see how the staff supports emotional well-being during developmental milestones.