A safety deficiency having a moderate potential for harm to the children in care was observed. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
During the inspection, black mold was observed on the ceiling of the three-year-old classroom. The presence of mold constitutes a health and safety concern and must be addressed promptly to ensure a safe environment for children and staff. The facility director was notified of the deficiency and informed that the facility has 30 days to correct the noncompliance and provide documentation of the corrective action taken. At the time of the inspection, the director was unable to provide documentation indicating when a work order had been submitted to the landlord for remediation of the issue. 3.1 General Health and Safety Requirements A. All child care facilities must be clean, ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by July 8, 2026
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
Official code
12-07
Medium concern: Health or food records
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The Student Health Examination or equivalent health statement was not acceptable in that: [ It was not current (over two years old)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
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At the time of the inspection, a child enrolled in care was found to have an expired physical examination form on file 05/20/2026. Current physical examination documentation is required to be maintained for all children in care. Refer to the supplemental documentation for additional details regarding the deficiency. 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 a ... [truncated]
The placement of [Slide, swing and swinging bars] did not allow for adequate distance/clearance from other equipment, fences, and objects in the area. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, C Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
The outdoor equipment is not a minimum of 6 feet in all directions from the perimeter of the equipment; it does have 6 inches of mulch in the enclosure. 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.
Food served at the facility was not free from spoilage and contamination, and was not safe for eating as evidenced by [There was milk in the refridgerator labeld 09/12/2025.]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, D Food and Nutrition [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
3.9.3 Food Safety D. If a facility chooses to provide food to children directly or by contract with an outside source, such as a caterer, the food must be free from spoilage and handled in a sanitary manner at all times. The facility must have adequate equipment available to maintain food safety. 1. Meat, poultry, fish, dairy products, and processed foods must have been inspected under the United States Department of Agriculture requirements. 2. No raw milk or unpasteurized juice may be served without the written consent of the parent or legal guardian. 3. No home-canned food may be served. 4. No homegrown eggs may be served. 5. Recalled food items must be discarded and remov ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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FOOD AND NUTRITION - 25 - Meals and Snacks
Official code
25-04
Medium concern: Facility condition
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Diaper changing occurred on a surface that was not impermeable. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, E Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
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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 in the one-year-old classroom need to be replace there is a hole on it. (There is picture for file)
Correction status
Due by October 16, 2025
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SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
Official code
30-06
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
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A resilient surface was not provided beneath and within the fall/use zone for [The blue slide on the playground has a enclosed small box at the end of the slide with mulch. ]. 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. The blue slide on the playground has an enclosed small box at the end of the slide with mulch, this enclosure should be of the entire slide and be exactly 6 feet out on all side and 6 inches in depth of the mulch present at this piece of playground equipment. (There are pictures that will be uploaded)
A ratio of [one] child care personnel for [six] children is required. A ratio of [one] child care personnel for [nine] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR]
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There were nine children in the one-year-old classroom with two staff members one that has been in the industry since 9/9/2021 and considered other personnel and should not be counted in ratio. (See Supplemental)
Correction status
Due by September 23, 2024
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Ratio Sufficient
Official code
03-01
Medium concern: Staff training
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Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the 40 hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement. CCF Handbook Section 4.2.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3)
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There is a staff member that has not started the DCF introductory training industry start date April 5, 2024. (See supplemental) 4.2.1 Mandated Introductory Training Child care personnel must successfully complete 40 hours of child care training as evidenced by successful completion of competency examinations offered by the Department or its designated representative with a weighted score of 70 or better. Child care personnel who successfully completed the mandatory 40-hour Introductory Child Care Training prior to January 1, 2004 are not required to fulfill the competency examination requirement. A. Part I Courses (30 Hours) Child care personnel must complete all of the foll ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by October 19, 2024
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TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-01
Higher concern: Supervision
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The facility had an inadequate number of child care personnel appropriately trained in CPR to maintain coverage both on-site and on field trips. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
There are not enough staff members with CPR. There were 2 staff members present with CPR. B. By December 31, 2021, the facility shall maintain the following number of child care personnel with the CPR certification and first aid training that are on site at the facility at all times children are in care. For child care personnel to count to meet requirement in the below chart, they shall be child care personnel assigned to provide direct supervision of children in care: Total number of child care personnel in direct supervision of children to meet staff to child operating ratios: Total minimum number of child care personnel with Pediatric CPR certification on site when childr ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by October 19, 2024
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 36 - CPR Requirements
Official code
36-03
Higher concern: Supervision
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The facility did not have an adequate number of child care personnel appropriately trained in first aid to maintain coverage both on- site and on field trips. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
There are not enough staff members at the facility with First aid, a total of three is needed. B. By December 31, 2021, the facility shall maintain the following number of child care personnel with the CPR certification and first aid training that are on site at the facility at all times children are in care. For child care personnel to count to meet requirement in the below chart, they shall be child care personnel assigned to provide direct supervision of children in care: Total number of child care personnel in direct supervision of children to meet staff to child operating ratios: Total minimum number of child care personnel with Pediatric CPR certification on site when c ... [truncated]
Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the 40 hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement. CCF Handbook Section 4.2.1
Correction / follow-up note
FSC observed other personnel who has not completed the 40-hour Introductory Training in a classroom caring for children. Corrective action needed. See supplemental.
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 the current procedures in place to ensure that staff-to-child ratios are consistently maintained throughout the day?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from an inspection in September 2024 note a finding regarding staff-to-child ratios. Asking about current practices helps clarify how the center manages staffing levels to ensure every child receives appropriate attention.
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Finding-specific
How does the center ensure that there is always a sufficient number of staff members on-site who are currently certified in CPR and first aid?
Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from September 2024 included a finding regarding the number of staff with required CPR and first aid certifications. This question helps parents understand how the facility maintains these safety requirements for all children in care.
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Finding-specific
What is your process for monitoring and maintaining the cleanliness of the facility environment, particularly regarding the regular inspection of ceilings and surfaces?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from a June 2026 inspection report mentioned a finding regarding facility cleanliness and maintenance. This question allows the director to explain the current routine for keeping the environment clean and safe.
Context
A later clean inspection was recorded on 2026-06-22.
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Finding-specific
How do you manage and track student health records to ensure that all required physical examination forms remain current for every child?
Why ask this
Why ask this
The available inspection records show that health record documentation has been a topic of concern in more than one report. Asking about the tracking process helps parents understand how the center stays organized with these important documents.
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Finding-specific
What steps does the center take to ensure all staff members have completed their required introductory training before they begin working directly with children?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Official records indicate that staff training requirements were a topic of concern in multiple inspections. This question helps parents understand the current onboarding and training verification process for new staff.