Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.33
- Local median
- 0
Carolyn Newton Family Day Care Home
1318 Larsen Ln, Tampa, FL 33619
- License:
- F13HI0782
- Type:
- Family Day Care Home
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 8, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, After School, Drop In, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 12:00AM to 11:59PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 10
- License expiration:
- January 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 inspectionDecember 18, 2025
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsDecember 18, 2025
Summary
This summary covers three available inspections for Carolyn Newton Family Day Care Home from January 18, 2024 through December 18, 2025.
One inspection recorded a violation, with one recorded violation in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on January 18, 2024 and involved facility condition.
DaycareFacts did not classify any of these violations at the Higher concern level.
Two later inspections, from January 15, 2025 through December 18, 2025, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 3
- Recorded violations
- 1
- Higher-concern violations
- 0
- Repeated topics
- 0
1 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
3 total inspections vs 4 local median in 33619
Compared to 23 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 0%
- Local median
- 0%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 33%
- Local median
- 0%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 0
- Local average
- 0.22
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
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- The diaper changing surface was not cleaned and sanitized or disinfected after each use. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.18 (Section 11.3, number 2) Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, the Licensing specialist observed two used soiled diapers still placed on the diaper changing pad. Technical assistance was provided to the provider. The provider resolved the non-compliance at the time of the inspection. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.18 7.18 Diapering Area Cleanliness/Sanitization When children in diapers are in care, there shall be a diaper changing area with an impermeable surface that is cleaned and sanitized or disinfected after each use. A. The diaper changing area shall be located separate from the food preparation, food service and feeding area. B. Items unrelated to diaper changing shall not be stored in the diaper changing ar ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 23 - Diapering Area Clean and Sanitized
- Official code
- 23-02
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 walk me through your current process for cleaning and sanitizing the diaper changing area between uses?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an inspection in January 2024 noted that a changing surface was not properly sanitized after use. Asking about the current routine helps families understand how the provider maintains hygiene standards for infants in care.
- Context
- The provider resolved this issue at the time of the inspection, and subsequent inspections in 2025 did not note this concern.
Related violations
General question
How do you handle daily cleaning routines to ensure all areas of the home stay tidy and hygienic for the children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Maintaining a clean environment is essential for the health and well-being of children in a family childcare setting. This question helps parents understand the provider's commitment to daily upkeep and sanitation practices.
General question
What is your approach to supervising children during transitions, such as moving from play time to nap time or meal time?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Consistent supervision during transitions is important for maintaining a secure and organized environment. Learning about these routines helps families feel confident in how the provider manages the daily flow of the day.
General question
How do you communicate with parents regarding their child's daily activities and any specific needs that arise during the day?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Regular communication builds a strong partnership between the provider and families. Understanding the methods used for updates helps parents stay informed about their child's experiences and care.
General question
What training or certifications do you and your staff participate in to stay current on best practices for childcare?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Ongoing professional development indicates a dedication to providing high-quality care. This question helps parents understand the provider's commitment to staying updated on health, safety, and developmental standards.