Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.71
- Local median
- 0.25
The Dreams Factory Day Care Services Inc
6203 N Coolidge Ave, Tampa, FL 33614
- License:
- L13HI0121
- Type:
- Large Family Child Care Home
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 8, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, Food Served, Full Day, Infant Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Thu: 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Fri: 6:30PM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: 12:00AM to 11:59PM
- Capacity:
- 12
- 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
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 inspectionJuly 7, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsSeptember 22, 2025
Summary
This summary covers seven available inspections for The Dreams Factory Day Care Services Inc from June 28, 2023 through July 7, 2026.
Three inspections recorded violations, with five recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on July 7, 2026 and involved supervision.
The available reports do not include a later inspection with no recorded violations after that violation.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 7
- Recorded violations
- 5
- Higher-concern violations
- 2
- Repeated topics
- 0
3 in last 12 months
4 in last 12 months
2 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
7 total inspections vs 4 local median in 33614
Compared to 19 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 29%
- Local median
- 0%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 43%
- Local median
- 25%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 0
- Local average
- 0.26
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.
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- Children were not being adequately supervised in that [children left alone during lunch time.]. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 6, G, H, I, L (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Large Family [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Upon arrival to the home, the Licensing Specialist knocked on the daycare door. Children could be heard crying from outside the door. The Owner spoke to the Licensing Specialist through the front door ring camera advising that she would right there. The Licensing Specialist waited a moment for the Owner to answer the door as the cries continued inside the daycare. The Licensing Specialist knocked on the door a second time and then called to leave the Owner a voicemail regarding the concerns for personnel not answering the door and the concern for the children crying. At this time the Owner drove into her driveway and apologized for the substitute not answering the door. Upon ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- LICENSED FAMILY - 09 - Supervision
- Official code
- 09-08
No recorded violations in this report
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]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed the home does not have documentation for all child care personnel on the required annual refresher education of the homes exposure plan. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the LFCCH Handbook: 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 Cen ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by August 25, 2025
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 29 - Communicable Disease Control
- Official code
- 29-11
Higher concern: Medication
- Report finding
- A prescription or non-prescription medication, specifically [Infant Tylenol, Vitamin D supplement, 1 tub of Aquaphor, Diaper rash ointment, Children's Motrin, and Arnica Salve ], 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 time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed Infant Tylenol, Vitamin D supplement, 1 tub of Aquaphor, Diaper rash ointment, Children's Motrin, and Arnica Salve were dispensed without written authorization from the custodial parent or legal guardian. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the LFCCH Handbook: 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 of the medicati ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by August 25, 2025
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 30 - Medication
- Official code
- 30-01
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]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed 1 child had expired immunization records. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the LFCCH Handbook: 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 ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by August 25, 2025
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 32 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 32-02
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Food containers were not stored above the floor on clean surfaces to protect from splash and other contamination. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.13, B
- Inspector notes
- During time of inspection, Child Care Regulation observed food (bag of opened rice) being stored on the floor in the storage area. TA-Food containers, such as cans, plastic containers, boxes and bags must be stored above the floor on clean surfaces protected from splash and other contamination.
- Correction status
- Due by July 31, 2023
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 21 - Nutritious Meals and Snacks Provided
- Official code
- 21-14
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 procedures for ensuring children are always supervised, especially during transitions like lunch?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from a July 2026 inspection noted a concern regarding child supervision. This question helps clarify the current daily practices used to maintain consistent oversight.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your process for managing parental authorization for medications and supplements?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from July 2025 identified a finding regarding medication authorization. Asking about this process ensures you understand how the center currently handles health requirements.
- Context
- The issue was noted in a 2025 report.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you keep track of immunization records to ensure they remain current for all children in your care?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records from July 2025 show a finding related to expired immunization documentation. This question helps confirm the current system for managing these important health records.
Related violations
Finding-specific
Can you explain how your team stays updated on health and safety protocols, such as your exposure plan?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an inspection in July 2025 noted a need for updated documentation regarding the center's exposure plan. This question allows you to learn how staff training and safety procedures are currently maintained.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your daily routine for ensuring that food storage areas remain clean and organized?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from June 2023 included a finding about food storage practices. This question helps you understand the current standards for kitchen and storage maintenance.
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