Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 1.5
- Local median
- 0.33
Faith Outreach Academy
7607 Sheldon Rd, Tampa, FL 33615
- License:
- X13HI0045
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Exempt
- Records checked:
- July 8, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, VPK, After School, Before School, Food Served, Full Day
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 20
- License expiration:
- June 21, 2027
Typical cost: $1,278 - $1,387 (Under 1)
Child’s age
$1,278 - $1,387/mo
Median daily rate: $59.00 - $64.00
Official Florida Division of Early Learning Hillsborough County data.
Not this provider’s price.
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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 inspectionApril 23, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsApril 14, 2025
Summary
This summary covers eight available inspections for Faith Outreach Academy from February 7, 2024 through April 23, 2026.
Six inspections recorded violations, with 12 recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on April 23, 2026 and involved staff training, with a due date of May 23, 2026.
Background screening 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
- 8
- Recorded violations
- 12
- Higher-concern violations
- 1
- Repeated topics
- 2
4 in last 12 months
8 in last 12 months
1 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
8 total inspections vs 4 local median in 33615
Compared to 30 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 13%
- Local median
- 6%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 75%
- Local median
- 29%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 2
- Local average
- 0.17
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 4 inspections, with 5 recorded violations.
February 7, 2024February 14, 2025November 19, 2025January 20, 2026Staff training
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 4 recorded violations.
November 19, 2025March 2, 2026April 23, 2026Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
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) [SR]
- Inspector notes
- No on-site re-inspection was conducted. The re-inspection was completed by Licensing Specialist reviewing the transcript for two staff. Licensing Specialist observed that school readiness training still has not been completed. SR 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 start over if personnel change employment to another School Readiness provider within this initial 90 days. Personnel who ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by May 23, 2026
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-07
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) [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Licensing Specialist spoke with Director via phone on 3/9/26. Director advised that she and her staff have been having challenges with getting in contact with someone from the training department and password changes. The Director advised that she does not think that the two staff have begun their SR training yet. Licensing Specialist monitored the training transcript for the two staff and observed that training had not been completed at the time of inspection. SR 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 t ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 8, 2026
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-07
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The ground cover or other protective surface under the [Swings, climbing equipment] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the mulch measured 3 inches in depth around the swings and climbing equipment. CCF Handbook, section 3.12 Outdoor Equipment D. Permanent or stationary playground equipment must have a fall/use zone that extends a minimum of 6 feet in all directions from the perimeter of the equipment. All types of ground cover must be maintained to provide resilience and reduce the incidence of injuries to children in the event of falls. 1. If the ground cover in place is loose ground cover (such as, but not limited to: mulch, shredded rubber chips, or sand) a minimum of 6 inches in depth is required in the use zone.
- Correction status
- Due by February 3, 2026
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-07
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The ground cover or other protective surface under the [swings/climbing equipment] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the mulch around the swings/climbing equipment measured between 1-3 inches in depth. CCF Handbook, section 3.12 Outdoor Equipment D. Permanent or stationary playground equipment must have a fall/use zone that extends a minimum of 6 feet in all directions from the perimeter of the equipment. All types of ground cover must be maintained to provide resilience and reduce the incidence of injuries to children in the event of falls. 1. If the ground cover in place is loose ground cover (such as, but not limited to: mulch, shredded rubber chips, or sand) a minimum of 6 inches in depth is required in the use zone.
- Correction status
- Due by December 19, 2025
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-07
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) [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that two of the afterschool staff did not complete the required SR training. The Operator advised that she needs additional time for staff to complete training due to the holidays. Licensing Specialist is giving additional time for this standard to be completed. SR 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 start over if personnel ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by February 3, 2026
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-07
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Documentation of pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation certification was not on file for child care personnel. CCF Handbook Section 4.2.4, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the afterschool staff did not have CPR on file for review. CCF Handbook, section 4.2.4 First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) A. One child care personnel with current and valid certificate(s) of course completion for first aid training and one child care personnel with current and valid certificate of course completion for pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) procedures must be present at all times that children are in care. The same child care personnel may satisfy both requirements. Documentation of first aid training must be kept on file and available for licensing to review.
- Correction status
- Due by December 19, 2025
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 35 - CPR Requirements
- Official code
- 35-02
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- Documentation of first aid training was not on file for child care personnel. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the afterschool staff did not have First Aid training on file for review. CCF Handbook, section 4.2.4 First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation A. One child care personnel with current and valid certificate(s) of course completion for first aid training and one child care personnel with current and valid certificate of course completion for pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) procedures must be present at all times that children are in care. The same child care personnel may satisfy both requirements. Documentation of first aid training must be kept on file and available for licensing to review.
- Correction status
- Due by December 19, 2025
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 36 - First Aid Requirements
- Official code
- 36-07
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- Documentation of Level 2 Clearinghouse screening clearance was missing for child care personnel. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1,C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed two of the afterschool staff to not have background screening on file. Licensing Specialist advised Operator that the staff members will not be allowed to be around children until screening results are received. CCF Handbook, section 5 Background Screening A. Level 2 screening as outlined in s. 435.04, F.S., is required for all child care personnel and includes a criminal records check (both national and statewide), a sexual predator and sexual offender registry search, and child abuse and neglect history of any state in which an individual resided during the preceding 5 years. All fingerprints must be submitted and ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by December 1, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 44-02
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The ground cover or other protective surface under the [swings & slides] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the mulch on the playground in the fall zone areas around the swings, slides and climbing equipment did not measure the required six inches in depth. The areas measured 1-4 inches in depth. CCF Handbook, section 3.12 Outdoor Equipment D.1 If the ground cover in place is loose ground cover (such as, but not limited to: mulch, shredded rubber chips, or sand) a minimum of 6 inches in depth is required in the use zone. Asphalt, concrete, hard packed dirt, hay, grass or leaves are unsuitable for use in the use zone area.
- Correction status
- Due by March 17, 2025
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-07
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The ground cover or other protective surface under the [see below] was not maintained at a minimum of six (6) inches in depth. (Section 11.2, number 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the depth of mulch around the permanent equipment did not meet the 6 inch depth requirement, 6 foot around the perimeter of the equipment, in that the depth of mulch at the swing set was 3 inches and it did not extend 6 feet around the perimeter of the equipment. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, D. Permanent or stationary playground equipment must have a fall/use zone that extends a minimum of 6 feet in all directions from the perimeter of the equipment. All types of ground cover must be maintained to provide resilience and reduce the incidence of injuries to children in the ev ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by March 8, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 27 - Outdoor Equipment (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 11 Equipment and Furnishings, Pages 26-27)
- Official code
- 27-05
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The Florida Certificate of Immunization was not acceptable in that [the forms were expired or out of state] 1.The form was not current (expired). 2.An applicable part of the record was not complete. 3.It did not include the signature of the physician. 4.It did not include the date the form was issued by the physician. (Section 19.2, number 2) Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed 3 immunizations that were either not current or not in file. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, The child care facility is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed Florida Certification of Immunization form Part A-1, B, or C, DH 680, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(o), F.A.C., or the Religious Exemption from Immunization form, DH 681, which is incorporated by reference in 65C- 22.001(7)(p), F.A.C., from the custodial parent or legal guardian. DH Form 680 and DH Form 681 may be obtained from the local county health d ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by March 8, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 37 - Immunization Records (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 19.2 Record Keeping/Childrens Files, Page 47)
- Official code
- 37-02
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. (Section 19.2, number 1) Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed 4 childrens records that did not have a Florida physical on file within 30 days of their enrollment. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, The child care facility is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed Student Health Examination form DH 3040, which is incorporated by reference in 65C- 22.001(7)(q), F.A.C. and may be obtained from the local county health department, the parent or legal guardian, or a signed statement by authorized professionals that indicate the results of the components of the Student Health Examination form are incl ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by March 8, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 38 - Student Health and Records (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 19.2 Record Keeping/Childrens Files, Page 46)
- Official code
- 38-01
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 all staff have their background screening documentation finalized before they begin working with children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from a November 2025 inspection indicate that documentation for required background screenings was missing for some staff members at that time.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you track and manage staff training requirements to ensure all team members complete their necessary coursework on time?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records from late 2025 through early 2026 show multiple instances where staff training requirements were not met within the expected timeframes.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps do you take to regularly inspect and maintain the playground surface to ensure it stays at the recommended depth for safety?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Official inspection reports from 2024 through 2026 have noted several occasions where the protective ground cover on the playground did not meet the required depth standards.
Related violations
General question
How do you handle communication with parents regarding daily routines and any changes in classroom staffing or supervision?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Understanding how a center communicates staffing changes helps families feel more connected to the daily environment and aware of who is caring for their children.
General question
Could you describe your approach to onboarding new staff to ensure they are fully prepared and compliant with all safety policies before they start their roles?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Learning about the onboarding process provides insight into how a provider prioritizes staff readiness and adherence to safety protocols from the start of employment.