Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 1.43
- Local median
- 0
Children's Garden Nursery & Preschool
4106 N 15th St, Tampa, FL 33610
- License:
- F13HI0715
- Type:
- Family Day Care Home
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 8, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, Food Served, Full Day, Infant Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:00AM to 5:30PM; Sat-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
Questions worth asking
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Latest inspectionNovember 7, 2025
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsNovember 7, 2025
Summary
This summary covers seven available inspections for Children's Garden Nursery & Preschool from February 24, 2023 through November 7, 2025.
Four inspections recorded violations, with 10 recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on September 2, 2025 and involved staff training, with a due date of October 2, 2025.
Supervision was a higher-concern topic that showed up in two inspections.
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
- 7
- Recorded violations
- 10
- Higher-concern violations
- 6
- Repeated topics
- 0
2 in last 12 months
1 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
7 total inspections vs 3 local median in 33610
Compared to 11 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 43%
- Local median
- 0%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 57%
- 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
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The operator had no written plan to provide at least one substitute, minimally 18 years old, to be available on a temporary/emergency basis. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 3.2 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Staffing Requirements [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the time of the inspection the provider advised the Licensing Specialist that she does not have a Substitute for the home at this time. She stated she has someone that just needs to take the 6 hours of FDCH Required Training. Per the DCF Handbook The operator must have a written plan to provide at least one substitute, 18 years of age or older, to be available on a temporary/emergency basis. A. The substitutes information (including name, date of birth, telephone number, address, anticipated number of hours worked and whether or not this person substitutes for another home) must be provided on the CF-FSP Form 5133, Application for a License to Operate a Family Day Care ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by October 2, 2025
More details
- Report section
- STAFFING REQUIREMENTS - 05 - Substitute
- Official code
- 05-01
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- A child was not adequately supervised while being diapered or having clothes changed and/or a safety strap or harness was used on the diaper changing table/surface. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 6, E Staffing Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- During the time of the inspection, the childcare provider went outside to dispose of a smelly diaper after changing a child. The childcare provider went back into compliance when she returned to the inside of the home. According to the family daycare home handbook Supervision Children must be attended at all times when being diapered or when changing clothes. Children must receive supervision as required by their age or developmental needs when toileting or bathing. A safety strap or harness must not be used on the diaper changing table/surface
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- STAFFING REQUIREMENTS - 08 - Supervision
- Official code
- 08-11
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- The operator had no written plan to provide at least one substitute, minimally 18 years old, to be available on a temporary/emergency basis. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 3.2 (Section 2.1) Staffing Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- During the inspection owner advised the counselor that she could not get in touch with her previous substitute, and she use "Childcare Careers" service when she needs a substitute. Technical Assistance provided to owner; all personnel should have a level 2 background screening clearance from the department. 4.1 Initial Screening Operators, household members (adults and children 12 to 17 years of age), substitutes, volunteers and Large Family Childcare 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 r ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by October 2, 2023
More details
- Report section
- STAFFING REQUIREMENTS - 05 - Substitute
- Official code
- 05-01
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 18.2, number 2) Children's Records [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection counselor observed a child immunization record was expired. Technical Assistance provided; owner stated she will talk to the child's mother. 8.1 Health/Immunization Records A. 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 ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by October 2, 2023
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 31 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 31-02
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. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.2, A (Section 18.2, number 1) Children's Records [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection counselor observed a child that did not have a student health examination record form. Technical Assistance provided; provider stated she will talk to the child's mother. 8.2 Student Health Records A. The operator is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed DH 3040, Student Health Examination form, incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(q), F.A.C. and may be obtained from the local county health department, or a signed statement by an authorized professional that indicates the results of the components of the form are included in the health examination from the custodial parent or legal guardian, with ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by October 2, 2023
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 32 - Health Records
- Official code
- 32-01
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- There was no documentation of current immunizations available for [Cowboy a cat]. Admissions & Records [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- Renew Cowboy's records. Expired 1/19/23. Send copy to our office. Rabies for dogs - Hercules expires 7/23/24; Reyito expires 4/29/23 * (Renew before expiration); Lucky expires 7/23/24; Pixie expires 7/23/24
- Correction status
- Due by March 6, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PERSONNEL - 25 - Pet Immunization: Section 2.08
- Official code
- 25-01
Higher concern: Sleep safety
- Report finding
- Napping spaces [had pillows, blankets and stuff animal in both cribs with infants] that creates a hazard. Indoor Facilities [SR]
- Report comments
- Had the provider to removed. Nothing can be in a crib or a playpen with a child under 12 months.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SUPERVISION - 36 - Napping Space: Section 2.04
- Official code
- 36-05
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- The bathroom was not supplied with toilet paper. Toilet & Bath Facility [SR]
- Report comments
- Toilet paper needs to be mounted for easy access for the children.
- Correction status
- Due by March 3, 2023
More details
- Report section
- SUPERVISION - 43 - Supplies: Section 2.05
- Official code
- 43-02
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- The following item(s) observed in the outside play area presented hazard to children in the area: [properly repair the broken bar over the top of the sand box]. Outdoor [SR]
- Report comments
- Provider had taped, but still presented a hazard.
- Correction status
- Due by March 6, 2023
More details
- Report section
- SUPERVISION - 47 - Playground Clean/Safe/Adequate: Section 2.03 and 2.09
- Official code
- 47-02
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- The following items observed in the outdoor play area were unsanitary: [sandbox needs to be cleaned]. Outdoor [SR]
- Report comments
- Clean out the sandbox and cover.
- Correction status
- Due by March 6, 2023
More details
- Report section
- SUPERVISION - 47 - Playground Clean/Safe/Adequate: Section 2.03 and 2.09
- Official code
- 47-03
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 your current process for ensuring children are always supervised during diaper changes or clothing changes?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from July 2024 noted a finding regarding supervision during diapering. Asking about current procedures helps families understand how the provider maintains consistent oversight during routine care tasks.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you ensure that napping areas for infants remain free of items like blankets or stuffed animals to support safe sleep practices?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An inspection report from February 2023 identified a finding regarding items in infant cribs. This question allows parents to learn about the current safety protocols for nap time.
- Context
- A later clean inspection was recorded in November 2025.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your current plan for having a substitute available on a temporary or emergency basis?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from September 2025 indicate a need for a written plan regarding substitute coverage. Discussing this helps parents understand how the center manages staffing continuity when the primary operator is unavailable.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps do you take to keep health and immunization records for all children up to date?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records from September 2023 noted findings regarding expired or missing health and immunization documentation. Asking about this process helps parents understand how the center tracks and maintains these important records.
Related violations
General question
How often do you conduct safety checks on your outdoor play equipment to ensure it remains in good condition for the children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Regular maintenance of play areas is a key part of maintaining a secure environment. This question helps parents understand the provider's commitment to ongoing facility care.