Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 1.2
- Local median
- 0
Stephanie Brookins Family Day Care Home
4108 E Fern St, Tampa, FL 33610
- License:
- F13HI0097
- Type:
- Family Day Care Home
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 8, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, After School, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care, Night Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:00AM to 7:00AM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 10
- License expiration:
- August 31, 2026
Typical cost: $867 - $1,062 (Under 1)
Child’s age
$867 - $1,062/mo
Median daily rate: $40.00 - $49.00
Official Florida Division of Early Learning Hillsborough County data.
Not this provider’s price.
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 inspectionAugust 5, 2025
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsAugust 5, 2025
Summary
This summary covers five available inspections for Stephanie Brookins Family Day Care Home from February 20, 2023 through August 5, 2025.
Three inspections recorded violations, with six recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on June 17, 2025 and involved supervision, with a due date of August 18, 2025.
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
- 3
- Repeated topics
- 0
1 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
5 total inspections vs 3 local median in 33610
Compared to 11 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 60%
- Local median
- 0%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 60%
- Local median
- 0%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 0
- Local average
- 0
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
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- Fencing a minimum of 4 feet in height with at least two exits, with one being remote from the building, was not provided when required. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.6 C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of the complaint inspection the Licensing Specialist observed the back white fence on the playground of the home to be broken and fallen down. The provider stated this was due to the storm and has not had the children using this aera. The Licensing Specialist provided 60 days to get the fence repaired. Per the DCF Handbook The outdoor play areas must be enclosed with fencing or walls a minimum of 4 feet in height. The fence must not prevent the supervision of children. The fence must be in good condition and conform to applicable local building codes. These areas must have at least two exits, with at least one being remote from the home. If an outdoor play are ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by August 18, 2025
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 14 - Outdoor Time, Fencing and Play Area Requirements
- Official code
- 14-07
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- All parts of the home, including furnishings, equipment and plumbing were not kept: [ in good repair]. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.10, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of the complaint inspection the Licensing Specialist observed that the white door next to the kitchen had a big hole in the wood of the door. The Licensing Specialist observed the yellow walls in daycare room to have paint peeling around the room. Per the DCF Handbook All parts of the home, both indoors and outdoors; including the furnishings, equipment, toys and plumbing shall be kept clean, and sanitary, free from hazards, in an orderly condition and in good repair at all times. Provider should monitor the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) recommendations for use of equipment.
- Correction status
- Due by August 18, 2025
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 18 - Toys, Furnishings, Equipment and Plumbing
- Official code
- 18-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)].FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.1 A and B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Children's Records [SR]
- Report comments
- During the time of the complaint inspection the Licensing Specialist monitored 1 child's Immunization file to be expired. Per the DCF Handbook The operator is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed Florida Certification of Immunization form, Parts A-1, B, and/or C, DH 680 (July 2010), or the Religious Exemption from Immunization form, DH 681 (July 2008), which are incorporated herein by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(o) and (p), F.A.C., from the custodial parent or legal guardian, within 30 days of enrollment. DH Form 680 and DH Form 681 may be obtained from the local health department. The parent/guardian of a child who has not ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by July 17, 2025
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 31 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 31-02
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- Required background screening was missing for [ an adult or household members, a juvenile family members, 12 and older (an FDLE check), a substitute]. 402.313(3) F.S. and FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 4.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Staffing Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- During the time of the inspection, the Operator advised the Licensing Specialist that a substitute (childcare states n/a, a juvenile and adult in the home do not have the required background screening. According to the family daycare home handbook 4 Background Screening 4.1 Initial Screening Operators, household members (adults and children 12 to 17 years of age), substitutes, volunteers and Large Family Child Care Home employees must have a level 2 background screening clearance from the Department prior to obtaining a license, residing in the home, employment, or volunteering unsupervised with children. The employer/owner/operator must review each employment application to ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by September 11, 2024
More details
- Report section
- STAFFING REQUIREMENTS - 06 - Background Screening Requirements
- Official code
- 06-01
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- Narcotics, alcohol, or other impairing drugs/paraphernalia were accessible to children in care.FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.2, C
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, counselor observed Alcohol bottles in the lower shelf of the fridge. Technical assistance provided and the owner removed all of the alcohol bottles to a higher shelf. 7.2 Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Poisonous Items C. Narcotics, alcohol, or other impairing drugs/paraphernalia must be kept inaccessible to children at all times.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 10 - Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Hazardous
- Official code
- 10-05
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- No enrollment information was on file for the child(ren) and/ or available for licensing to review. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.3, B (Section 18.2, numbers 6 and 7) Children's Records [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the inspection counselor observed one child enrollment packet missing Technical assistance provided. 8.3 Enrollment Information A. The operator shall obtain enrollment information from the childs custodial parent or legal guardian prior to accepting the child into care. This information shall be documented on CF-FSP Form 5219, Child Care Application for Enrollment, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(f), F.A.C., or an equivalent that contains all the information required by the Departments form. CF-FSP Form 5219 may be obtained from the Departments website at www.myflfamilies.com/childcare. B. Enrollment information shall be kept current and on file for ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by September 4, 2023
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 33 - Enrollment Information/Daily Attendance
- Official code
- 33-01
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 process for ensuring all adults and household members have up-to-date background screenings?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an August 2024 inspection indicate that required background screenings were missing for certain household members or substitutes at that time.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps are taken to ensure that potentially hazardous items, such as cleaning supplies or medications, are always stored securely and out of reach of children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from August 2023 noted an instance where items that should be inaccessible were found within reach of children, though this was addressed at the time.
- Context
- The provider corrected this issue at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you monitor the outdoor play area to ensure that fencing and equipment remain in good condition for the children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records from June 2025 noted that the outdoor fencing required repairs to meet safety standards.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your process for tracking immunization records to ensure they stay current for all children in your care?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from June 2025 identified a case where a child's immunization documentation was expired.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you maintain the facility to ensure that indoor areas, such as walls and doors, are kept in good repair?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from June 2025 noted that certain indoor surfaces, such as a door and wall paint, needed repair or maintenance.
- Context
- A later inspection on August 5, 2025, showed no violations.
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