Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 1.7
- Local median
- 0.3
Carol's Smart Start Inc
16246 Alliance Ln, Spring Hill, FL 34610
- License:
- L06PA0015
- Type:
- Large Family Child Care Home
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 13, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- Gold Seal, School Readiness, VPK, After School, Before School, Food Served, Full Day, Infant Care, Night Care, Weekend Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Sun: 6:00AM to 11:59PM
- Capacity:
- 12
- License expiration:
- July 6, 2027
Typical cost: $953 (Under 1)
Child’s age
$953/mo
Median daily rate: $44.00 (non-Gold Seal only)
Official Florida Division of Early Learning Pasco County data.
Not this provider’s price.
Inspection snapshot
Recent higher-concern violation
At least one higher-concern violation appears in the last 12 months.
Next: Read reports, examine repeated topics below, look at the broader history, and ask what changed afterward.
Latest inspectionJune 25, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsJune 25, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 10 available inspections for Carol's Smart Start Inc from January 5, 2024 through June 25, 2026.
Six inspections recorded violations, with 17 recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on June 25, 2026 and involved equipment or readiness, with a due date of July 29, 2026.
Medication was a higher-concern topic that showed up in one inspection.
The available reports do not include a later inspection with no recorded violations after that violation.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 10
- Recorded violations
- 17
- Higher-concern violations
- 3
- Repeated topics
- 2
4 in last 12 months
9 in last 12 months
2 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
10 total inspections vs 8 local median in Spring Hill
Compared to 68 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 20%
- Local median
- 0%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 60%
- Local median
- 22%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 2
- Local average
- 0.47
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 6 inspections, with 10 recorded violations.
January 5, 2024February 15, 2024May 24, 2024June 16, 2025April 8, 2026June 25, 2026Health or food records
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
May 24, 2024April 8, 2026Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- Outdoor play areas were not free from litter, nails, glass, and other hazards. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.6, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the previous inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed on the playground the ground cover is accessible and shredding. The pavilion the paint is peeling. The plastic caterpillar toy tail was broken and has a sharp piece. The fabric hanging swing is ripped and has grease on it. the step 2 jungle gym the window is cracked and there is a black substance on it. There is a black and green substance on the fence. The bottom bar of the climbing dome was bent inwards. The plastic covering on the wooden jungle gym is cracked and peeling off. The bottom step on the wooden jungle gym is broken, at the top there the wood is deteriorating and there is a sharp piece. The plastic ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by July 29, 2026
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 15 - Outdoor Time, Fencing, and Play Area Requirements
- Official code
- 15-01
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Child care personnel did not complete preservice training requirements prior to unsupervised contact with or care of children or, if supervised, within 90 days of beginning employment or service with the provider. (Section 3.1 and 3.2 Training Requirements, Page 7) Large Family [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the substitute did not complete their School Readiness training within the 90 days. The provider was given until May 8, 2026, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Counselor provided technical assistance, School Readiness Program Health and Safety Standards Handbook Section 3.1 Preservice. Child care personnel must successfully complete the preservice training coursework described in this section, as applicable. All child care personnel must complete these preservice training requirements within 90 days of initial employment with any School Readiness provider. This timeframe does not s ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by May 8, 2026
More details
- Report section
- LICENSED FAMILY - 08 - Staff Training
- Official code
- 08-20
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- Indoor play areas were not in good repair. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.5, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, Licensing specialist observed in the bathroom the sink cabinet is peeling and exposing the particle board. The walls in the bathroom the paint is peeling. The toothbrush holder has a build up of film on it. The director was given until May 8, 2026, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.5, B Indoor Play Areas B. All areas of the home including the play areas shall be in good repair, clean and free from litter, nails, glass, and other hazards.
- Correction status
- Due by May 8, 2026
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 14 - Indoor Play Areas
- Official code
- 14-02
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- A health and safety deficiency was observed in the indoor play area that poses a serious threat to the health, safety or well-being of the children. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.5, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, Licensing specialist observed in the bathroom the vent has a build up of dust. The director was given until April 18, 2026, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.5, B Indoor Play Areas B. All areas of the home including the play areas shall be in good repair, clean and free from litter, nails, glass, and other hazards.
- Correction status
- Due by April 18, 2026
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 14 - Indoor Play Areas
- Official code
- 14-04
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- Outdoor play areas were not free from litter, nails, glass, and other hazards. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.6, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed on the playground the ground cover is accessible and shredding. The pavilion the paint is peeling. The plastic caterpillar toy tail was broken and has a sharp piece. The fabric hanging swing is ripped and has grease on it. the step 2 jungle gym the window is cracked and there is a black substance on it. There is a black and green substance on the fence. The bottom bar of the climbing dome was bent inwards. The plastic covering on the wooden jungle gym is cracked and peeling off. The bottom step on the wooden jungle gym is broken, at the top there the wood is deteriorating and there is a sharp piece. The plastic on t ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by May 8, 2026
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 15 - Outdoor Time, Fencing, and Play Area Requirements
- Official code
- 15-01
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- During the licensure year, the operator failed to conduct monthly fire drills utilizing the approved fire alarm system or smoke detector at various dates and times when children are in care. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.21, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, the Operator had documentation of the last fire drill being conducted/documented on 03/11/2026, with 2 adults and 10 children present. *****Reminder to the provider to complete and document one lockdown drill and one inclement weather drill prior to the expiration of their current licensing year. ******** During the inspection, the licensing specialist observed that the provider did not complete a fire drill/lockdown or a inclement weather during the month of February. The provider brought this standard into compliance by completing a fire drill with the licensing specialist. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, FDC ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 28 - Fire Drills/Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 28-01
Higher concern: Medication
- Report finding
- Medication was not stored in a locked area or inaccessible and out of a childs reach. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.24, H (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, the licensing specialist observed there was Nystatin and Boudreauxs Butt Paste diaper ointment sitting on the diaper changing table. The children had access to the diaper ointment. The director brought this standard back in compliance at the time of inspection by removing the diaper ointments and placing it in an locked cabinet. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.24, H Medication H. All medicine must have child resistant caps, if applicable, and shall either be stored in a locked area or must be inaccessible and out of a childs reach.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 30 - Medication
- Official code
- 30-09
Higher concern: Medication
- Report finding
- Medication which had expired or was no longer being administered was not returned to the custodial parent or legal guardian or discarded if the child is no longer enrolled. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.24, I (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, the licensing specialist observed Nystatin on top of the diaper changing table. The provider stated that the child no longer attends. The director brought this standard back in compliance at the time of inspection by disposing the medication. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.24, I Medication I. Medication which has expired or is no longer being administered shall be returned to the custodial parent or legal guardian or discarded if the child is no longer enrolled in care at the home.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 30 - Medication
- Official code
- 30-10
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]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, Licensing Specialist monitored 12 of the 12 childrens records. Licensing observed two children who had a missing health form. The director was given until May 8, 2026, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Counselor provided technical assistance, FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.2, A Student Health
- Correction status
- Due by May 8, 2026
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 33 - Health Records
- Official code
- 33-01
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed on the playground there was a car track that at the top where the children stand and sit on the car there was a crack in the plastic. The director was given until July 16, 2025, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Counselor provided technical assistance, FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 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.
- Correction status
- Due by July 16, 2025
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 15 - Outdoor Time, Fencing, and Play Area Requirements
- Official code
- 15-02
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
- Correction / follow-up note
- 15-2: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that there was outdoor equipment that was not in good repair, in that there were three bicycles that were missing a pedal and a pink plastic riding worm that was cracked and missing plastic pieces. During the inspection, the bicycles and the pink plastic toy were removed from the outdoor play area. This is being marked corrected at the time of the inspection. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, Outdoor Play areas shall be clean, in good repair and free from litter, nails, glass, and other hazards.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 15 - Outdoor Time, Fencing, and Play Area Requirements
- Official code
- 15-02
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The operator did not have a current fire safety inspection and/ or documented proof of an annual fire inspection by the local fire authority. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.11, D
- Inspector notes
- The corded phone was operational. The smoke detector was operational. The fire extinguisher certification(s) are valid until 12/2024. 20-8: The provider advised that the fire inspection had not come out to complete the annual fire inspection. Licensing Specialist observed that the fire inspection was post due. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, A copy of the current and approved annual fire inspection report completed by a certified fire inspector must be on file with the licensing authority.
- Correction status
- Due by June 7, 2024
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 20 - Smoke Detector, Fire Extinguisher, Telephone, Lighting, Temperature and Ventilation
- Official code
- 20-08
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
- Inspector notes
- 32-2: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed there were 2 immunizations that were expired in the childs file. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, 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 healt ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by June 24, 2024
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 32 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 32-02
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The Student Health Examination was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)]. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.2
- Inspector notes
- 33-2: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed there were 2 physicals that were expired in the childs file. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, 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, within 30 days of enrollment.
- Correction status
- Due by June 24, 2024
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 33 - Health Records
- Official code
- 33-02
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- The home did not maintain documentation that the parent(s) or legal guardian(s) of each child were provided information regarding the potential for distracted adults to fail to drop off a child and leave them in the car annually during the months of April and September in that [istracted Driver brochure was not provided to the parents during the month of April 2024 for all 12 children]. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.3, G
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the inspection, the owner advised that there are currently 12 children enrolled. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist monitored 12 of the 12 childrens records. 34-11: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the Distracted Driver brochure was not provided to the parents during the month of April 2024 for all 12 children. The provided advised that the brochure was not given to the parents. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, Annually, during the months of April and September, the operator must provide parents with information regarding the potential for distracted parents to fail to drop off a child at the f ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by June 24, 2024
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 34 - Enrollment Information/ Daily Attendance
- Official code
- 34-11
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
- Inspector notes
- An onsite reinspection was completed where Licensing Specialist observed the program's large fort style climber, which appears to have the end of the bolt cut off. Staff person showed Licensing Specialist where two other bolts were cut back as well. Licensing Specialist observed that the large fort style climber continues to have some corrosion in one of the wooden legs, some corrosion on the window board facing the back fence, and a board sticking out at the ground level with two exposed screws, presenting a pinch concern. "7.6, A. Outdoor Play areas shall be clean, in good repair and free from litter, nails, glass, and other hazards." The provider will repair, replace, or r ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by March 16, 2024
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 15 - Outdoor Time, Fencing, and Play Area Requirements
- Official code
- 15-02
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- Outdoor play areas were not in good repair. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.6, A
- Inspector notes
- Licensing Specialist observed that the large fort style climber has a bolt sticking out of the base of the fort section, some corrosion in one of the wooden legs, some corrosion on the window board facing the back fence, and a board sticking out at the ground level with two exposed screws, presenting a pinch concern. "7.6, A. Outdoor Play areas shall be clean, in good repair and free from litter, nails, glass, and other hazards." The provider will repair, replace, or remove the large fort climber no later than February 4, 2024. Licensing Specialist will return after this date to observe for compliance.
- Correction status
- Due by February 4, 2024
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 15 - Outdoor Time, Fencing, and Play Area Requirements
- Official code
- 15-02
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
What is your current process for ensuring that all medications are stored securely and out of reach of children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an inspection indicate an instance where medication was not stored in a locked area or kept inaccessible to children. Asking this helps parents understand the current safety protocols for medication management.
Related violations
Finding-specific
Could you describe your routine for checking playground equipment to ensure it remains in good repair and free of hazards?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- The available inspection records show multiple reports regarding the maintenance and condition of outdoor play areas. This question helps parents understand how the provider maintains equipment to keep it in good repair.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you manage the documentation process for child health and immunization records to ensure they remain current and complete?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from several inspections note instances where health or immunization forms were missing or expired. This question helps parents understand the provider's current administrative process for maintaining accurate health files.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps do you take to ensure that all staff members are up to date on their required training and certifications?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report noted a finding regarding staff training requirements. This question helps parents understand the provider's current system for tracking and completing necessary staff professional development.
Related violations
General question
How do you communicate with families about daily routines and any changes in center policies?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Clear communication helps parents stay informed about their child's daily experience and any updates to center operations. Understanding how the provider shares information helps families feel connected and confident in their choice.