Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.25
- Local median
- 0
Rita Suriel-Cardenas Family Day Care Home
8260 Greenleaf Cir, Tampa, FL 33615
- License:
- F13HI0343
- Type:
- Family Day Care Home
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 8, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- Food Served, Full Day, Infant Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:00AM to 5:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 10
- License expiration:
- March 31, 2027
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
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Next: Review the inspection history below and ask the provider what the records mean and what changed afterward.
Latest inspectionMarch 2, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMarch 2, 2026
Summary
This summary covers four available inspections for Rita Suriel-Cardenas Family Day Care Home from March 6, 2024 through March 2, 2026.
One inspection recorded a violation, with one recorded violation in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on March 6, 2024 and involved background screening, with a due date of March 16, 2024.
Three later inspections, from June 21, 2024 through March 2, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 4
- Recorded violations
- 1
- Higher-concern violations
- 1
- Repeated topics
- 0
1 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
4 total inspections vs 3 local median in 33615
Compared to 40 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 25%
- Local median
- 0%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 25%
- Local median
- 0%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 0
- Local average
- 0.13
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
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- Required background screening was missing for [ an adult or household members]. 402.313(3) F.S. and FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 4.1
- Inspector notes
- During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that three household members did not have background screening. The Provider advised that she would get background screening done immediately for household members. The Licensing Specialist observed that the household members lived in a separate area from the childcare. The Licensing Specialist advised the Provider that the household members could not have any access to the children in care. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 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 ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by March 16, 2024
More details
- Report section
- STAFFING REQUIREMENTS - 06 - Background Screening Requirements
- Official code
- 06-01
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 tell me about your current process for ensuring all household members are up to date with background screenings?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from March 2024 noted that background screenings were missing for household members at that time. Asking about the current process helps clarify how the home maintains compliance with screening requirements for everyone in the residence.
- Context
- A later inspection in March 2026 was completed with no findings.
Related violations
General question
How do you manage the daily schedule to ensure children stay in their designated care areas?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Understanding how the home organizes space and supervises children helps parents feel confident about the daily structure and safety of the environment.
General question
What is your approach to communicating with families about daily activities or any changes in the home environment?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Clear communication practices are essential for building a strong partnership between the provider and families, ensuring everyone stays informed about the child's care.
General question
How do you handle transitions for new children to help them feel comfortable in your care?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Learning about the transition process helps parents understand how the provider supports emotional well-being and adjustment for new children joining the group.
General question
What training or professional development do you and any assistants participate in to stay current on best practices?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Ongoing training demonstrates a commitment to high-quality care and helps parents understand the expertise and preparation the provider brings to their daily work.