Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.67
- Local median
- 0
Donde Siempre Brilla El Sol LLC
406 W Sitka St, Tampa, FL 33604
- License:
- F13HI0806
- Type:
- Family Day Care Home
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 8, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, After School, Before School, Drop In, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care, Weekend Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Sun: 7:30AM to 5:30PM
- Capacity:
- 10
- License expiration:
- July 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
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Next: Review the inspection history below and ask the provider what the records mean and what changed afterward.
Latest inspectionJuly 1, 2025
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsJuly 1, 2025
Summary
This summary covers three available inspections for Donde Siempre Brilla El Sol LLC from July 2, 2024 through July 1, 2025.
One inspection recorded a violation, with two recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on July 2, 2024 and involved background screening, with a due date of August 2, 2024.
Two later inspections, from September 10, 2024 through July 1, 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
- 2
- Higher-concern violations
- 1
- Repeated topics
- 0
0 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
3 total inspections vs 3 local median in 33604
Compared to 37 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 33%
- Local median
- 0%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 33%
- 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
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- Child care personnels Level 2 documentation was incomplete in that [ A copy of the DCF letter/email acknowledging search of the child abuse and neglect registry for individuals screened July 1 December 15, 2016 is missing.]. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 4.3, D, E, and F
- Inspector notes
- During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored the owner and substitute records and observed that the substitute's level 2 documentation was incomplete. According to the FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 4.3 D. A copy of the DCF letter/email informing of search conducted of the Floridas child abuse and neglect registry must be on record for each personnel screened between July 1st and December 15th of 2016. E. A copy of each request made to out of state child abuse and neglect registries for individuals that lived outside the state of Florida in the preceding five years. F. A copy of each search conducted for out of state sexual offender/predator registries ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by August 2, 2024
More details
- Report section
- STAFFING REQUIREMENTS - 06 - Background Screening Requirements
- Official code
- 06-12
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- A substitute, who worked less than 40 hours a month on average, did not complete the department's 6 clock-hour Family Child Care Rules and Regulation course (or have documentation of completion of the 3 clockhour Fundamentals of Child Care Home Rules course.) as evidenced by the Departments training transcript. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 5.1.2, A or B
- Inspector notes
- During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that the substitute did not complete the Family Child Care Rules and Regulations course. According to the FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, section 5.1.2 A. The Departments six clock-hour Family Child Care Home Rules and Regulations training, as evidenced by successful completion of a competency-based examination offered by the Department or its designated training representative prior to licensure and caring for children.
- Correction status
- Due by August 2, 2024
More details
- Report section
- STAFFING REQUIREMENTS - 07 - Staff Training
- Official code
- 07-04
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
How do you manage and verify the background screening documentation for all staff and substitutes?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from a 2024 inspection noted that certain background screening documentation for a substitute was incomplete. This question helps clarify the current process for ensuring all personnel records are fully maintained.
- Context
- A later inspection in 2025 showed no such concerns.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your process for ensuring that all substitutes complete the required training before they begin working with children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from 2024 identified that a substitute had not completed the required rules and regulations training. This question helps parents understand how the center verifies that all staff are properly trained.
- Context
- A later inspection in 2025 showed no such concerns.
Related violations
General question
How do you typically handle communication with families regarding daily routines or any changes in staffing?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Consistent communication helps families feel connected to their child's daily environment. Understanding how the provider shares information about staff and routines supports a transparent partnership.
General question
What steps do you take to ensure that all staff members are familiar with the latest safety and care standards?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Ongoing professional development is important for maintaining high-quality care. Asking about this helps parents understand the provider's commitment to staying current with best practices.
General question
Could you describe the process for onboarding new staff or substitutes to ensure they are prepared to support the children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Learning about the orientation process provides insight into how the center maintains consistency in care. This helps parents understand how the provider ensures that everyone in the home is ready to support the children.