Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.63
- Local median
- 0
Sania Cruz Family Day Care Home
4515 W Knollwood St, Tampa, FL 33614
- License:
- F13HI0320
- Type:
- Family Day Care Home
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 8, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- Before School, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Sat: 7:00AM to 5:30PM; Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 10
- License expiration:
- September 30, 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.
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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 18, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsJune 18, 2026
Summary
This summary covers eight available inspections for Sania Cruz Family Day Care Home from February 21, 2023 through June 18, 2026.
Three inspections recorded violations, with five recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on March 11, 2026 and involved background screening, with a due date of April 13, 2026.
Two later inspections, from June 3, 2026 through June 18, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 8
- Recorded violations
- 5
- Higher-concern violations
- 1
- Repeated topics
- 1
5 in last 12 months
5 in last 12 months
1 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
8 total inspections vs 4 local median in 33614
Compared to 55 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 13%
- Local median
- 0%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 38%
- Local median
- 0%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 1
- Local average
- 0.35
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 2 recorded violations.
August 25, 2025March 11, 2026Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- Operator failed to maintain a current Employee/Contractor Roster for substitutes, employees or household members in the Clearinghouse. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 4.1, L Staffing Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed 1 household member was not added to the Clearinghouse Roster. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the FDCH Handbook:L. The employer/owner/operator must add substitutes, employees and household members to their Employee/Contractor Roster within ten days of when the individual has received a child care eligible result. Employer/owner/operator must add an end date within ten days of termination for individuals on the Employee/Contractor Roster in the Clearinghouse when employment terminates, or a household member is no longer residing in the home.
- Correction status
- Due by April 13, 2026
More details
- Report section
- STAFFING REQUIREMENTS - 06 - Background Screening Requirements
- Official code
- 06-10
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The operator or substitutes First Aid or CPR certification was no longer current.FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 5.1.1, C Staffing Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed the Owners CPR/First Aid training was expired. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the FDCH Handbook:C. Have certificate(s) of course completion for pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) procedures and first aid training, which must be current and valid at all times. Certificates of course completion are valid based on the time frames established by each first aid and CPR training program, not to exceed three years. CPR courses must include an on-site instructor-based skills assessment that shall be documented by the certified CPR instructor. ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 13, 2026
More details
- Report section
- STAFFING REQUIREMENTS - 07 - Staff Training
- Official code
- 07-10
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- All parts of the home, including furnishings, equipment and plumbing were not kept: [ clean and sanitary, in good repair]. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.10, A Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed the toilet used for the children in care needs to be cleaned on the back of the seat portion, the toilet seat is cracked in the middle and is in need of replacing. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the FDCH Handbook:A. 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 April 13, 2026
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 18 - Toys, Furnishings, Equipment and Plumbing
- Official code
- 18-01
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- A health and safety deficiency having a low potential for harm to the children in care was observed. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.6, A Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed 2 roofers on top of the Owner's home making repairs while 5 children were in care. An air compressor was plugged in on the outdoor play area. During the time of the inspection, this was resolved by the children being sent home. The Owner advised that she will be closed for the rest of the day and tomorrow, November 11, 2025. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the FDCH Handbook:A. Outdoor Play areas shall be clean, in good repair and free from litter, nails, glass, and other hazards."
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 14 - Outdoor Time, Fencing and Play Area Requirements
- Official code
- 14-03
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Toys, equipment and/or furnishings were not maintained in a sanitary condition and not cleaned and sanitized or disinfected immediately following exposure to bodily fluids. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.10, C Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed the black and grey highchair's seat cover has pieces torn away exposing the inner foam lining making it no longer impermeable and unable to be sanitized sufficiently. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the FDCH Handbook: C. Toys, equipment, and furnishings must be safe and maintained in a sanitary condition. The program must follow a routine schedule of cleaning, sanitizing and disinfecting toys, equipment, and furnishings. These items must be cleaned and sanitized or disinfected immediately or prior to another childs use if exposed to bodily fluids ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by September 25, 2025
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 18 - Toys, Furnishings, Equipment and Plumbing
- Official code
- 18-06
No recorded violations in this report
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 explain your current process for keeping the staff and household member roster up to date in the state system?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from a March 2026 inspection indicate that a household member was not correctly listed on the required roster. Asking about this process helps confirm that the provider has updated their administrative tracking to ensure all individuals are properly accounted for.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your routine for inspecting and maintaining the cleanliness of facility equipment like toilets and highchairs?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- The available inspection records show multiple findings related to the maintenance and sanitation of equipment and furnishings between 2025 and 2026. This question allows the provider to describe how they now manage their cleaning schedule and equipment repairs.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you ensure that your CPR and First Aid certifications remain current and valid at all times?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from March 2026 noted that the owner's training certification had expired. This question helps parents understand the steps the provider takes to track renewal dates and maintain active training status.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps do you take to ensure that any home repairs or maintenance work are kept separate from the children's play areas?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from a November 2025 inspection describe a situation where maintenance work was occurring while children were present. This question helps clarify how the provider manages safety during any future home improvements.
Related violations
General question
How do you communicate with parents regarding daily routines and any changes to the environment or staffing?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Establishing clear communication expectations helps families stay informed about the daily care environment. Understanding how the provider shares updates ensures parents feel connected to their child's experience throughout the day.