Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.33
- Local median
- 0.8
Devined Little Steps Academy
2004 E Hamilton Ave, Tampa, FL 33610
- License:
- L13HI0162
- Type:
- Large Family Child Care Home
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 8, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, VPK, After School, Before School, Drop In, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care, Night Care, Weekend Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Sun: 12:00AM to 11:59PM
- Capacity:
- 12
- License expiration:
- August 29, 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
The available records raise questions worth asking before enrolling.
Next: Review the inspection history below and ask the provider what the records mean and what changed afterward.
Latest inspectionJune 17, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsJune 17, 2026
Summary
This summary covers three available inspections for Devined Little Steps Academy from July 30, 2024 through June 17, 2026.
One inspection recorded a violation, with one recorded violation in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on August 5, 2025 and involved equipment or readiness.
DaycareFacts did not classify any of these violations at the Higher concern level.
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
- 3
- Recorded violations
- 1
- Higher-concern violations
- 0
- Repeated topics
- 0
2 in last 12 months
1 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
3 total inspections vs 4 local median in 33610
Compared to 50 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 0%
- Local median
- 0%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 33%
- Local median
- 40%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 0
- Local average
- 0.78
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
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]
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the time of the inspection the Licensing Specialist observed a broken plastic baby gate on the playground. This was corrected at the time of the inspection as the owner removed the broken baby gate pieces from the playground. Per the DCF Handbook 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
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
Could you describe your process for regularly checking the playground equipment and outdoor areas to ensure everything is in good repair?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from August 2025 noted that an item in the outdoor play area was not in good repair. Asking about the current maintenance routine helps families understand how the provider ensures the environment remains well-maintained for children.
- Context
- The item noted in the report was removed and corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
General question
How do you handle daily communication with parents regarding their child's activities and any updates about the facility?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Consistent communication is essential for parents to feel connected to their child's daily experience. Understanding the provider's approach to updates helps ensure that parents stay informed about their child's care.
General question
What is your approach to supervising children during outdoor play to ensure they stay safe and engaged?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Active supervision during outdoor time is a key part of maintaining a supportive environment. This question helps parents learn how staff manage group activities and monitor children while they play outside.
General question
Can you share how you train your staff to recognize and address potential hazards in the classroom or play areas?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Staff awareness is a primary factor in keeping a facility in good condition. Learning about the training process provides insight into how the team proactively manages the environment for the children.
General question
What steps do you take to ensure that all equipment, both indoors and outdoors, remains appropriate for the different age groups in your care?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Ensuring that equipment is suitable for various developmental stages is important for both safety and engagement. This question helps parents understand how the provider selects and maintains items used by children of different ages.