Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 4
- Local median
- 0.72
Aquarium Child Care LLC
2511 Greenmoor Pl, Tampa, FL 33618
- License:
- F13HI0901
- 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: 6:00AM to 6:00PM
- Capacity:
- 10
- License expiration:
- January 17, 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.
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Inspection snapshot
Recent higher-concern violation
At least one higher-concern violation appears in the last 12 months.
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Latest inspectionJanuary 6, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsJanuary 6, 2026
Summary
This summary covers five available inspections for Aquarium Child Care LLC from February 3, 2025 through January 6, 2026.
Two inspections recorded violations, with 20 recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on December 16, 2025 and involved attendance accountability, with a due date of January 16, 2026.
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
- 5
- Recorded violations
- 20
- Higher-concern violations
- 7
- Repeated topics
- 1
2 in last 12 months
18 in last 12 months
6 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
5 total inspections vs 4.5 local median in 33618
Compared to 16 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 40%
- Local median
- 21%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 40%
- Local median
- 40%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 1
- Local average
- 1.19
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Equipment or readiness
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 4 recorded violations.
March 5, 2025December 16, 2025Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
- Report finding
- A family day care home may provide care for a maximum of: 4 children from birth to 12 months of age. 3 children from birth to 12 months of age, and other children, for a maximum total of six children. 6 preschool children if all are older than 12 months of age. 10 children if no more than 5 are preschool age and, of those 5, no more than 2 are under 12 months of age. There were [7] children observed in care and their ages were [one infant, two age 2, two age 3, two age 2]. 402.302(8), F.S., FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 2.2.1 (Section 2.2.2, Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Licensed Family [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed and counted 7 children in the child care room. One infant, two age 4, two age 3, two age 2. During the inspection, this has been resolved. One preschool age child was picked up by the father around 11:30 AM. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided Technical Assistance (TA) per FDCH Handbook: 2.2 Licensed Capacity 2.2.1 Family Day Care Home A family day care home may provide care for one of the following groups of children, which shall include household children under 13 years of age: A. A maximum of four children from birth to 12 months of age. B. A maximum of three children from birth to 12 months of a ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- LICENSED FAMILY - 01 - Licensed Capacity/ Ratio
- Official code
- 01-01
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Staffing Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist checked and confirmed that Level 2 Screen Documentation for the Operator in her file. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist checked the Clearinghouse Background Website, the retention date has been expired on 11-02-2025. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided TA per FDCH Handbook: "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 have a level 2 background screening clearance from the Department prior to obtaining a license, residing in the home, employment, or volunteering unsupervise ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by January 16, 2026
More details
- Report section
- STAFFING REQUIREMENTS - 06 - Background Screening Requirements
- Official code
- 06-01
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Documentation of in-service training for the operator was not recorded on CF-FSP 5268A, In-Service Training.FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 5.8, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Staffing Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that documentation of in-service training for the Operator was not recorded on CF -FSP 5268A Form. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided TA per FDCH Handbook: "5.8 Training Documentation C. Documentation of the in-service training requirement must be recorded on CF-FSP Form 5268A, In-Service Training Record, which is incorporated by reference in 65C20.009 (7)(a).F.A.C, and maintained at the home. CF-FSP Form 5268A may be obtained from the Departments website at www.myflfamilies.com/childcare. A new in-service training record is required each licensing year."
- Correction status
- Due by January 16, 2026
More details
- Report section
- STAFFING REQUIREMENTS - 07 - Staff Training
- Official code
- 07-08
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- The home had electrical outlet covers that were not in place. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7, E (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that two electrical outlets were missing covers. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided TA per FDCH Handbook" "7 Health and Safety Requirements E. All accessible electrical outlets must be tamper-resistant electrical outlets that contain internal shutter mechanisms to prevent children from sticking objects into receptacles. In settings that do not have tamper-resistant electrical outlets, outlets shall have safety covers." During the inspection, this has been resolved. The Operator installed covers on the electrical outlets.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 13 - Indoor Play Areas
- Official code
- 13-06
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- Outdoor play areas were not in good repair. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.6, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that one pink jeep truck was missing its front cover, exposing internal wiring that was accessible to the children in care. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that the yellow climbing rope attached to the blue, grey, and red slide was broken. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided TA per FDCH Handbook: "7.6 Outdoor Time, Fencing and Play Area Requirements A. Outdoor Play areas shall be clean, in good repair and free from litter, nails, glass, and other hazards." Aquarium Child Care LLC F13HI0901 2511 Greenmoor Pl Tampa FL 33618 Renewal 12/16/2025 Page 3 of 10
- Correction status
- Due by January 16, 2026
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 14 - Outdoor Time, Fencing and Play Area Requirements
- Official code
- 14-02
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The ground cover or other protective surface under the [green slide and swing combinnation equipment] was not maintained. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.6, K (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that a single layer of thin turfing had been installed around the green slide and swing combination in the outdoor play area, with dirt beneath the turfing During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided TA per FDCH Handbook: "7.6 Outdoor Time, Fencing and Play Area Requirements K. Permanent or stationary playground equipment must have a ground cover or other protective surface under the equipment that provides resilience and is maintained to reduce the incidence of injuries to children in the event of falls. Equipment used for climbing must not be placed over, or immediately next to hard surfaces not intended ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by December 16, 2025
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 14 - Outdoor Time, Fencing and Play Area Requirements
- Official code
- 14-17
Higher concern: Sleep safety
- Report finding
- A minimum distance of 18 inches was not maintained around each individual napping space. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.8, M (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist measured the distance between individual napping spaces and found that they did not meet the required minimum of 18 inches. The shortest distance measured was 7 inches, and the longest was 17 inches. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided TA per FDCH Handbook: "7.8 Appropriate, Safe and Sanitary Bedding M. Napping spaces shall not be under furniture, against furniture that may create a hazard, or blocking exit routes. A minimum distance of 18 inches must be maintained around individual napping spaces, except a maximum of two sides of a napping space may be against a solid barrier, such as a wall. The solid side ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 16 - Appropriate, Safe and Sanitary Bedding
- Official code
- 16-14
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Meals and snacks supplied by the operator were not of a quantity and/or quality to meet the daily nutritional needs of the children. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, 7.14, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, the Operator advised that she is a Food Program participant providing meals and snacks to the children that are in care. During the inspection, the Operator presented the menu to the Licensing Specialist on her phone. The Licensing Specialist observed that the lunch being served to children did not include the ground beef listed on the menu. The Operator advised the Licensing Specialist that the children do not eat ground beef and do not like it mixed with macaroni. The Operator also advised that no substitute protein was prepared for the lunch that day. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided TA per FDCH Handbook: "7.14 Food and Nutrit ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by January 16, 2026
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 20 - Nutritious Meals and Snacks Provided
- Official code
- 20-01
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Hand hygiene procedures were not posted in food preparation, diapering, and toileting areas. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.16 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that the hand washing sign was missing from the children's restroom. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided TA Per FDCH Handbook: "7.16 Hand Hygiene Child care personnel and children shall wash their hands with soap and running water, dry thoroughly, and follow personal hygiene procedures for themselves or while assisting others, and immediately after outdoor play. Situations or times that children and child care personnel must perform hand hygiene should be posted in all food preparation, diapering and toileting areas."
- Correction status
- Due by January 16, 2026
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 21 - Hygiene and Sanitation
- Official code
- 21-18
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 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that the Operator didn't clean and sanitize the diaper changing station after each use. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided TA per FDCH Handbook: "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." During the inspection, this has been resolved. The Operator cleaned and sanitized the diaper changing station after reminded by the Licensing Specialist.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 23 - Diapering Area Clean and Sanitized
- Official code
- 23-02
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The home's first aid kit did not include: [ adhesive bandages, tweezers, pre-moistened wipes]. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.19 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist checked and found the following items were missing from the first aid kit: 1. adhesive bandages 2.tweezer 3. pre-moistened wipes.4 During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided TA per FDCH Handbook: "7.19 First Aid Kit At least one first aid kit must be maintained on the premises of the home at all times and on activities away from the home. The first aid kit shall be kept out of the reach of children and must be accessible to child care personnel. First aid kits or supplies must be restocked after each use. The kit must be clearly labeled First Aid and must, at a minimum, include: A. Soap and hand sanitizer (to be us ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by January 16, 2026
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 24 - First Aid Kit
- Official code
- 24-05
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The home does not have documentation for all child care personnel on the required annual refresher education of the homes exposure plan. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.23 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist checked and found both the Operator and the substitute didn't have documentation for annual refresher education of the home's exposure plan in files. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided TA per FDCH Handbook: "7.23 Communicable Disease Control There are three common modes of transmission for the spread of microorganisms in child care settings: contact, droplet, and airborne. Many common infections encountered in the child care setting are transmitted by direct or indirect contact. Child care providers shall develop a written exposure plan regarding universal safety precautions, recommended by the Centers for ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by January 16, 2026
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 28 - Communicable Disease Control
- Official code
- 28-11
Higher concern: Medication
- Report finding
- A prescription or non-prescription medication, specifically [diaper cream], was dispensed without written authorization from the custodial parent or legal guardian. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.24, A and L (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, the Operator informed the Licensing Specialist that she did not have a medication authorization form for dispensing diaper cream. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided TA per FDCH Handbook: "7.24 Medication The family day care home or large family child care home is not required to give medication; however, if they choose to do so, the following shall apply: A. The operator must have written authorization from the custodial parent or legal guardian to dispense prescription and non-prescription medications. This authorization must be dated and signed by the custodial parent or legal guardian and must contain the childs name; the name o ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by January 16, 2026
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 29 - Medication
- Official code
- 29-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Child(ren) did not have a Florida Certification of Immunization (DH Form 680) or a Religious Exemption from Immunization (DH Form 681), on file within 30 days of enrollment.FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Children's Records [SR]
- Report comments
- During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist checked and confirmed that one child (present during the inspection) and two enrolled children (not present during the inspection) didn't immunization records on files. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided TA per FDCH Handbook: "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 t ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by January 16, 2026
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 31 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 31-01
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 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Children's Records [SR]
- Report comments
- During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist checked and confirmed that one child (present during the inspection) has expired immunization record. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided TA per FDCH Handbook:" 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 ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by January 16, 2026
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 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Children's Records [SR]
- Report comments
- During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist checked and confirmed that three children (present during the inspection) and 2 children (not present during the inspection) didn't have a Student Health Examination Form on files. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided AT per FDCH Handbook: "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 ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by January 16, 2026
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 32 - Health Records
- Official code
- 32-01
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- No enrollment information was on file for the child(ren) and/ or available for licensing to review. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.3, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Children's Records [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the inspection, the Operator advised the Licensing Specialist that there are currently 10 children enrolled. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist reviewed 10 of the 10 childrens ?les. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist checked and confirmed one child (present during the inspection) didn't have enrollment form on file. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided TA per FDCH Handbook: "8.3 Enrollment Information A. The operator shall obtain enrollment information from the childs custodial parent or legal guardian prior to accepting the child into care. This information shall be documented on CF-FSP Form 5219, Child Care Application fo ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by January 16, 2026
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 33 - Enrollment Information/Daily Attendance
- Official code
- 33-01
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- Daily attendance was not maintained to account for all children in care. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.4, A and B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Children's Records [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist reviewed the daily attendance records and observed that, for the inspection date, only two children were documented on the attendance sheet, while seven children were actually present. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided TA per FDCH Handbook: "8.4 Daily Attendance A. Daily attendance of children must be taken and recorded by child care personnel, documenting the time when each child enters and departs the home. B. The custodial parent or guardian may document the time when his/her child enters and departs the family day care home. However, the operator is responsible for ensuring that attendance records are ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by January 16, 2026
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 33 - Enrollment Information/Daily Attendance
- Official code
- 33-06
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- Outdoor play areas were not in good repair. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.6, A Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- On March 5, during the on-site Routine Inspection, the Licensing Supervisor and the Licensing Specialist observed that children's outdoor play area was in disarray. The Operator advised that her husband was upgrading the outdoor porch area and show where he had to dig up some concrete. The Operator advised that during the next visit, the area will be back in order. On March 10, 2025, during the on-site visit, the Licensing Supervisor and the Licensing Specialist observed that the outdoor area was put back together, however observed that inside the designated children's outdoor play area, that the homes block lower wall has a lot of areas with white peeling paint. Furthermore, ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by March 21, 2025
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 14 - Outdoor Time, Fencing and Play Area Requirements
- Official code
- 14-02
Higher concern: Pool barrier
- Report finding
- The fence or barrier, separating the home from the swimming pool, did not meet the minimum requirement of four (4) feet in height, in the absence of an operable pool alarm. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.7, A Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the on-site Routine Inspection, the Licensing Supervisor and the Licensing Specialist observed that providers swimming pool did not have meet the minimum four (4) foot in height fence or barrier nor did she had operational pool alarm installed. During the inspection, the swimming pool water was observed to be down a couple of feet. The Operator advised that about 1 week prior to today's on-site visit that the pool water levels started going down. The Operator advised that she was waiting for a company to inspect the swimming pool. The Operator advised that she did notify the Licensing Specialist with regard to the issue with the pool having a leak or her being closed. ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by March 21, 2025
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 15 - Swimming Pools
- Official code
- 15-01
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
How do you currently track daily attendance to ensure all children are accounted for throughout the day?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records show an inspection report from December 2025 where attendance records did not fully account for all children present in the home. Asking about the current process helps clarify how the provider ensures accurate daily tracking.
Related violations
Finding-specific
Could you walk me through your process for maintaining background screening documentation for everyone in the home?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from December 2025 noted that required background screening documentation was missing for an adult in the home. This question allows the provider to explain how they now manage and track these requirements to stay current.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you handle the authorization process when a parent needs you to administer medication or topical products like diaper cream?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from December 2025 indicate a finding where a product was dispensed without the required written authorization. This question helps clarify the provider's current policy and documentation practices for administering items to children.
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Finding-specific
What is your daily routine for ensuring that napping spaces are set up safely and meet all spacing requirements?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from December 2025 identified that the required distance between napping spaces was not maintained. Asking about the current setup routine provides insight into how the provider ensures a safe environment during rest times.
- Context
- The finding was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps do you take to regularly inspect your outdoor play equipment and ensure it stays in good repair?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records from 2025 show multiple findings related to the maintenance of outdoor play equipment and play areas. Asking about current maintenance routines helps parents understand how the provider keeps these areas safe and functional.
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