Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 1.2
- Local median
- 1.48
Kinovu School of Palma Ceia
3203 W De Leon St, Tampa, FL 33609
- License:
- C13HI0833
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 8, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- Gold Seal, School Readiness, 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:
- 134
- 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
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 22, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsJune 22, 2026
Summary
This summary covers five available inspections for Kinovu School of Palma Ceia from February 25, 2025 through June 22, 2026.
Two inspections recorded violations, with six recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on March 19, 2026 and involved emergency preparedness.
Hazardous access was a higher-concern topic that showed up in one inspection.
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
- 5
- Recorded violations
- 6
- Higher-concern violations
- 2
- Repeated topics
- 0
4 in last 12 months
6 in last 12 months
2 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
5 total inspections vs 4 local median in 33609
Compared to 10 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 20%
- Local median
- 20%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 40%
- Local median
- 45%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 0
- Local average
- 1.5
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
No repeated topics found
The available reports do not show the same violation topic appearing in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. Review the inspection history below for any one-time violations or report details.
Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- Child care personnel failed to possess a current attendance record and parent contact information during a fire drill, emergency preparedness drill or an actual emergency. CCF Handbook Section 3.8.4, C and 3.8.5, A (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- Child care personnel failed to possess a current attendance record and parent contact information during a fire drill, emergency preparedness drill or an actual emergency CCF Handbook Section 3.8.4, C and 3.8.5, A (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) During the time of inspection, the licensing specialist monitored a fire drill. The licensing specialist monitored that the two-year-old classroom did not have an accurate attendance record in regards to emergency preparedness, only 5 out of the 11 students were accounted for on the physical attendance log when asked to present. C. A current attendance record and parent contact information must accompany child care personnel ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-12
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Diaper changing occurred on a surface that was not impermeable. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, E (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Diaper changing occurred on a surface that was not impermeable. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, E (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) During the time of the inspection, licensing specialist observed that the bottom of the changing pad in the infant room had a tear in it, exposing the foam. 3.1 General Health and Safety Requirements 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 proble ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 20, 2026
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
- Official code
- 30-06
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
- 17-6: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that black rail fence had gaps that exceed 3.5 inches, in that the black rails were 4 inches apart. Additional time is being provided due to the potential financial hardship. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, 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 ins ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by February 24, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-06
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
- 40-17: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed 1 expired medication (Aquaphor exp 10/2025-Infant Room). During the inspection, staff discarded the diaper cream. This is being marked compliant. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, 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
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
- 41-1: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed 1 childs file that did not have an immunization within 30 days of their enrollment date. 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 legal guardian. DH Form 680 an ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by December 24, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-02
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- 42-1: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed 2 childrens file did not have a physical on file within 30 days of their enrollment date. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 7.2, C The child care facility is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed Student Health Examination form DH 3040, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(q), F.A.C. and may be obtained from the local county health department, the parent or legal guardian, or a signed statement by authorized professionals that indicate the results of the components of the Student Health Ex ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by December 24, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
- Official code
- 42-01
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 describe how you maintain the outdoor play area to ensure all fencing and gates remain secure for the children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from a 2025 inspection noted an instance where gaps in the fencing exceeded recommended standards. Asking about current maintenance practices helps clarify how the facility ensures the outdoor environment remains secure.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your process for reviewing and updating medications kept on-site to ensure nothing expired is stored in the classrooms?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from 2025 identified an expired medication that needed to be discarded. This question allows you to understand the current system for monitoring medical supplies.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you ensure that teachers have accurate, up-to-date attendance records immediately available during emergency drills or evacuations?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records from 2026 show a finding where attendance documentation was not fully accurate during a drill. Asking about this process helps you understand how the staff tracks children during emergencies.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your daily routine for inspecting diaper changing stations and other equipment to ensure they remain in good repair?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from a 2026 inspection noted a damaged changing pad that needed replacement. This question helps you learn about the facility's daily maintenance and equipment check procedures.
Related violations
Finding-specific
Can you walk me through how you track and manage student health and immunization records to ensure all required documentation is current?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from 2025 identified missing or expired health and immunization records for some students. This question helps you understand how the center keeps these important files organized and up to date.
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