Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 2.2
- Local median
- 1.47
Teresa Delores Educational & Developmental Center, Llc
214 SE 1st St, Havana, FL 32333
- License:
- C02GA0037
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 14, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, After School, Before School, Drop In, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:00AM to 6:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 57
- License expiration:
- November 21, 2026
Typical cost: $867 (Under 1)
Child’s age
$867/mo
Median daily rate: $40.00 (non-Gold Seal only)
Official Florida Division of Early Learning Gadsden 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 16, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsJune 16, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 10 available inspections for Teresa Delores Educational & Developmental Center, Llc from November 19, 2024 through June 16, 2026.
Five inspections recorded violations, with 22 recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on March 3, 2026 and involved equipment or readiness, with a due date of April 3, 2026.
Background screening was a higher-concern topic that showed up in one inspection.
Two later inspections, from June 11, 2026 through June 16, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 10
- Recorded violations
- 22
- Higher-concern violations
- 2
- Repeated topics
- 4
6 in last 12 months
17 in last 12 months
1 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
10 total inspections vs 0 local median in 32333
Compared to 8 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 20%
- Local median
- 8%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 50%
- Local median
- 50%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 4
- Local average
- 0.75
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Health or food records
Appeared across 4 inspections, with 9 recorded violations.
June 20, 2025October 13, 2025March 3, 2026Equipment or readiness
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 4 recorded violations.
June 20, 2025October 13, 2025March 3, 2026Facility condition
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 4 recorded violations.
February 10, 2025October 13, 2025Staff training
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
October 13, 2025March 3, 2026Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Stored food was not consumed or discarded on or before the expiration date listed by the manufacturer. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, B Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Report comments
- There was expired bread in the pantry of the facility that was not discarded or consumed before the expiration date. Items were discarded at time of inspection. 3.9.2 Food Storage B. Stored food must be consumed or discarded on or before the expiration dates listed by the manufacturer.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-18
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Open packages of perishable or leftover foods were not [ properly covered or sealed, properly stored]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, D Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- There was a package of ground beef in the refrigerator of the facility inadequately stored and as a result had blood dripping throughout the refrigerator. Corrected at time of inspection the staff was instructed to clean the refrigerator and discard of all items in contact with the blood of the ground beef, bleach water was used to disinfect the refrigerator.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-21
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- A resilient surface was not provided beneath and within the fall/use zone for [the swing]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- There were no fall zones under the swing. The playground is closed for construction and given 30 days to bring facility into compliance. 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.
- Correction status
- Due by April 3, 2026
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-06
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facility's first aid kit was missing the following items: [ Soap and hand sanitizer, A current resource guide on first aid and CPR procedures]. CCF Handbook, Section 6.2, C Health Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- The facility first aid kit was missing hand soap and a current guide to first aid and CPR procedures. 6.2 First Aid Kit Minimum Requirements C. Each kit must be kept in a closed container and labeled First Aid and must, at a minimum, include: 1. Soap and hand sanitizer (to be used with supervision if hands are not visibly soiled and if no water is present), 2. Adhesive bandages, 3. Disposable, non-porous gloves, 4. Cotton balls or applicators, 5. Sterile gauze pads or rolls, 6. Adhesive tape, 7. Digital thermometer, 8. Tweezers, 9. Pre-moistened wipes, 10. Scissors, 11. Bottled water (for cleaning wounds or eyes), and 12. A current resource guide on first aid and CPR procedures
- Correction status
- Due by April 3, 2026
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 37 - First Aid Requirements
- Official code
- 37-06
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documentation to show child care personnel had begun the introductory training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.1
- Report comments
- There is a staff member at the facility 90 days past due for introductory training. (See supplemental)
- Correction status
- Due by April 3, 2026
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-03
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- There are children in care with expired immunization. (See supplemental)
- Correction status
- Due by April 3, 2026
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-02
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. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2, C Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- There are children in care with no physical forms. (See Supplemental)
- Correction status
- Due by April 3, 2026
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
- Official code
- 42-01
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Areas of the facility were found to be in need of cleaning. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A Physical Environment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- 3.1 General Health and Safety Requirements A. All child care facilities must be clean, in good repair, free from health and safety hazards and from evidence of, or presence of, vermin infestation. Indoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety and documented on a daily inspection log. Outdoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety. Any problems must be corrected before the play area is used by children. Documentation of the indoor play area inspection must be maintained for 12 months. I observed the afterschool classroom to have food and other particles covering the classroom floor.
- Correction status
- Due by November 13, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-01
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- All rooms did not have sufficient lighting equivalent to 20 foot candles at three feet from the floor. CCF Handbook, Section 3.3.1, A Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- Lighting All areas of the facility must have lighting that provides adequate illumination and comfort for facility activities, a minimum of 20 foot- candles of lighting is required. Lighting must be sufficient to allow for adequate supervision and safe entering and exiting of the room. The Hallway of the facility that is used to move through and around the facility has no lights.
- Correction status
- Due by November 13, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 14 - Lighting, Temperature, and Ventilation
- Official code
- 14-01
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The base of the fence in the outdoor play area was not at ground level and could allow inside or outside access by children or animals. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, F Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- 3.5 Outdoor Play Area F. The outdoor play area must have adequate fencing or walls a minimum of 4 feet in height. Fencing, including gates, must be continuous and must not have gaps or opening larger than 3 inches that would allow children to exit the outdoor play area. The base of the fence must remain at ground level and be free from erosion or build up to prevent inside and outside access by children or animals. These areas must have at least two exits, with at least one being remote from the buildings. If an outdoor play area was approved for usage by the Department prior to October 25, 2017, no new exits are required to be added to meet this standard. However, if outdoor ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by November 13, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-07
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documentation of a fire extinguisher being properly maintained to include being serviced and retagged timely, and/or with a current certificate. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, B Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- 3.8.2 Fire Safety B. Fire extinguishers with a minimum rating of 2A:10BC must be properly installed, serviced and maintained with current inspection tags at all times. The facility fire extinguisher tags expired in September 2025.
- Correction status
- Due by November 13, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-05
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Stored food was not consumed or discarded on or before the expiration date listed by the manufacturer. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, B Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Report comments
- 3.9.2 Food Storage B. Stored food must be consumed or discarded on or before the expiration dates listed by the manufacturer. There was expired food items at the facility at the time of inspection, items were discarded. Bread expired 09/25/2025.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-18
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Diaper changing occurred on a surface that was not impermeable. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, E Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Report comments
- 3.10.2 Diapering Requirements E. When children in diapers are in care, there must be a diaper changing area with an impermeable surface that is cleaned and sanitized or disinfected after each use. The diaper changing mat has small holes.
- Correction status
- Due by November 13, 2025
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
- Official code
- 30-06
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Child care personnel, including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the required in-service training during the states fiscal year beginning July 1 and ending June 30. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.7 Training [SR]
- Report comments
- 4.2.7 Annual In-Service Training Upon successful completion of the 40-hour introductory training requirements, child care personnel must complete a minimum of 10 clock- hours or one CEU of in-service training annually during the states fiscal year beginning July 1 and ending June 30. There are staff members missing in-service hours.
- Correction status
- Due by November 13, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-07
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. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1, B Record Keeping [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- 7.1 Immunization Records If the custodial parents or legal guardians fail to provide the documentation required above within 30 days of enrollment, the facility shall not allow the child to remain in the program. The parent/guardian of a child who has not received the age-appropriate immunizations prior to enrollment and who does not have documented medical or religious exemptions from routine childhood immunizations must provide documentation of a scheduled appointment or arrangement to receive immunizations. Providers must include a general statement in parent handbook/policies to inform parents/guardians, at time of enrollment, that some children in care may not have curre ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by November 13, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-01
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. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2, C Record Keeping [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- 7.2 Student Health Records C. If the custodial parents or legal guardians fail to provide the documentation required above within 30 days of enrollment, the facility shall not allow the child to remain in the program. There are children in care with no health examinations forms in file.
- Correction status
- Due by November 13, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
- Official code
- 42-01
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- The facility failed to maintain a current Employee/Contractor Roster for all child care personnel in the Clearinghouse. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, K Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- 5 Background Screening K. The employer/owner/operator must add child care personnel to their Employee/Contractor Roster in the Clearinghouse within 10 days of when the individual has received a child care eligible result and has been hired at the facility. Employer/owner/operator must add an end date for individuals on the Employee/Contractor Roster in the Clearinghouse within 10 days of the employment termination. The facility had several staff members that are no longer employed and staff currently employed not on the facility current clearinghouse roster.
- Correction status
- Due by November 13, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-09
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The ground cover or other protective surface under the [was not 6'' deep under the swing. ] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- 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. Licensing Specialist observed that the playground does meet the 6 fall/use zone around all stationary items, but did observe and measure that the loose ground cover was only 3 in depth, while the requirement is a minimum of 6 inches in depth is required in the use zone.
- Correction status
- Due by July 21, 2025
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-07
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- 7.1 Immunization Records 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 65C22.001(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 department. Specific immunization requirements are included and detailed in the most current edition of the Immunization Guidelines-Florida Schools, Child Care Facilit ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by July 21, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-02
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. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2, C Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- 7.2 Student Health Records 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 included in the health examination. The facility has children in care that does not have physicals.
- Correction status
- Due by July 21, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
- Official code
- 42-01
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- Harmful items including cleaning supplies, flammable products, poisonous, toxic, and hazardous materials were accessible to children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- 3.2 Toxic/Hazardous Material/Firearms/Weapons B. All potentially harmful items, including cleaning supplies, flammable products, poisonous, toxic, and hazardous materials, must be labeled and used according to manufacturers recommendation. These items, as well as knives, sharp tools, and other potentially dangerous hazards, must be stored in a locked area or must be inaccessible and out of a childs reach at all times. The cabinet where cleaning supplies are stored in the kitchen under the sink lock is not latching and needs to be replaced as soon as possible.
- Correction status
- Due by February 24, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 13 - Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons
- Official code
- 13-03
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Bedding and/or linens were not stored in a sanitary manner. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1, G & H Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- G. Bedding and linens, when not in use, must be stored in a sanitary manner which prevents the spread of germs or lice from other linens. All bedding and linens must be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized at least once a week, and before use by another child. Linens were not removed from the cots. Linens are required to be removed daily and stored in a bin or bag for sanitary purposes.
- Correction status
- Due by February 24, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 18 - Bedding and Linens
- Official code
- 18-12
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 explain the current process for managing and updating your staff roster in the state's background screening system?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an October 2025 inspection indicate the facility had difficulty maintaining a current roster in the background screening system. This question helps confirm that the center has established a reliable process to keep all staff records accurate and up to date.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps does your team take to ensure that first aid kits are always fully stocked and contain current resource guides?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from March 2026 noted that the first aid kit was missing required items. Asking about this process helps parents understand how the facility monitors and maintains essential safety equipment.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you monitor the condition of outdoor play equipment and the depth of ground cover to ensure it remains safe for children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records show multiple findings regarding outdoor equipment and ground cover maintenance between 2025 and 2026. This question allows the director to explain the current maintenance schedule and how they ensure the playground meets safety standards.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your current procedure for tracking and updating student health and immunization records upon enrollment?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records indicate repeated findings related to missing or expired health and immunization forms over several inspections. This question helps parents understand how the facility manages these important documents to ensure all children are compliant with health requirements.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you ensure that all staff members complete their required annual in-service training hours on time?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records from 2025 and 2026 show instances where staff training requirements were not met. This question helps parents understand the center's current approach to tracking staff professional development and training compliance.
Related violations