The director responsible for the daily operation of the program did not have an active Director Credential. CCF Handbook, Section 4.7
Correction / follow-up note
LS observed the director responsible for the daily operation of the program did not have an active Director Credential. CCF Handbook, Section 4.7 Corrective action due. See supplemental
A health deficiency having a low 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]
Inspector notes
LS observed (2) scented plug in Frangrance's in children reach therefore a health deficiency having a low potential for harm to the children in care was observed. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Per CCF handbook, Section 3.2, A and B. All areas and surfaces accessible to children must be free from toxic substances, bio contaminants, and hazardous materials/equipment/tools, including power tools, plastic bags, matches, candles, lighters, etc. 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, ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
Official code
12-03
Medium concern: Health or food records
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Bottles and/or sippy cups brought from home were not labeled with childs first and last name. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.5, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
LS observed Bottles and/or sippy cups brought from home were not labeled with childs first and last name. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.5, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Per CCF Handbook Section 3.9.5, B. Bottles and sippy cups brought from home shall be individually labeled with the childs first and last name and shall be returned to the custodial parent or legal guardian daily (Pages 34 and 35). Corrected at time of Inspection. Provider Labeled all cups missing first and last names. See supplemental.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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FOOD AND NUTRITION - 28 - Bottles, Breastmilk, Formula and Infant Food
Official code
28-02
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
The diaper changing surface was not cleaned and sanitized or disinfected after each use. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, E (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
LS observed the diaper changing surface was not cleaned and sanitized or disinfected after each use. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, E (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) LS observed sand and other debris underneath changing table mat. Per CCF Handbook Section 3.10.2. B and 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. (Page 37) Corrected at time of inspection. LS observed provider cleaning underneath changing mat. See supplemental.
The facility used electronic media time with children younger than 2 years of age. CCF Handbook, Section 2.6, C General Requirements [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
LS observed the facility used electronic media time with children younger than 2 years of age. CCF Handbook, Section 2.6, C Corrected at time of inspection. LS asked infant teacher to please turn off electronic video. LS explained to provider only ages 2 and older can observe educational videos. See supplemental.
The bedding available for children in care was not cleaned and/or sanitized at least once a week, and/or before use by another child. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1, G Physical Environment [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
Licensing Specialist observed cot with white spots that were consistent with dried food or milk stains. Provider stated a child spilled some yogurt on cot and it may have not been cleaned up fully. Technical assistance was given regarding cleaning and or sanitizing once a week, before use by another child or if soiled. Corrected at the time of the inspection. Provider removed cot from classroom immediately cleaned and sanitized it. See supplemental.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 18 - Bedding and Linens
Official code
18-03
Medium concern: Health or food records
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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
Licensing Specialist observed 2 children's files with no immunization records. Technical assistance was given regarding receiving immunization record within 30 days of enrollment. Corrected at the time of inspection. Provider notified families at the time of inspection that children are unable to return to the facility until immunization records are received. See supplemental.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
Official code
41-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 Record Keeping [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
Licensing Specialist observed 2 children's files with expired immunization records. Technical assistance was given regarding maintaining current immunization on file for each preschool aged child at the facility. Corrected at the time of inspection. Provider notified families at the time of inspection that children are unable to return to the facility until immunization records are received. See supplemental.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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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]
Correction / follow-up note
Licensing Specialist observed 3 children's file with no student health examination. Technical assistance was given regarding receiving Student Health form within 30 days of enrollment. Corrected at the time of the inspection. Provider notified families at the time of inspection that children are unable to return to the facility until immunization records are received. See supplemental.
The personnel/ volunteer (ten hours or more per month) record did not include a CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form signed annually. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, C Record Keeping [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
1 personnel Child Abuse Reporting Form expired. Corrected at time of inspection. Personnel signed new form during the time of the inspection. See supplemental.
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
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4.1 Beginning Training Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month must begin training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry and successfully complete Departments training within 12 months from the date training begins. Training taken prior to employment in the child care industry does not constitute begin training. The begin training timeframes begin at the time of employment in the child care industry. Training completion may not exceed 15 months from the date of employment in the child care industry in any licensed Florida child care facility. This may be accomplished by classroom attendance in a Department-approved train ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by December 14, 2023
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TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-03
Higher concern: Supervision
Report finding
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 Health Requirements [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
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 children are present: Total minimum number of child care personnel with first aid training on si ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by November 28, 2023
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 36 - CPR Requirements
Official code
36-03
Higher concern: Supervision
Report finding
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 Health Requirements [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
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 children are present: Total minimum number of child care personnel with first aid training on si ... [truncated]
The facility failed to maintain a current Employee/Contractor Roster for all child care personnel in the Clearinghouse. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, K
Inspector notes
Licensing counselor observed child care personnel who isn't included on the facility's clearinghouse roster. At the time of inspection personnel was added to clearinghouse roster. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, 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.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
Official code
45-09
Higher concern: Child guidance
Report finding
Child care personnel inappropriately interacted with children in care in a manner that was aggressive, demeaning or intimidating in nature. CCF Handbook, Section 8.2, C
Inspector notes
Licensing counselor observed personnel seated on a bean bag/ large pillow next to a child who was laying on his cot at naptime. The personnel was observed sitting on one side of the cot with her legs bridged over the child and her feet resting on the other side of the cot. Personnel states that's how the child goes to sleep, and it helps him go to sleep because the weighted blanket isn't heavy enough. Licensing counselor spoke with director and who states the personnel position is not acceptable and personnel will be trained on method to use. At the time of inspection the personnel removed her legs from being bridged over the child. CCF Handbook, Section 8.2, C SCHOOL READINESS
The written record of the fire and emergency preparedness drills conducted was not available at the time of inspection. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.5, D
Correction / follow-up note
Licensing counselor observed the written record of the fire drills conducted was not available at the time of inspection. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.5, D Documentation of conducted fire and emergency preparedness drills must be available at the time of inspection. Documentation produced after the inspection will not be used to meet the licensing standard or corrective action requirements.
Correction status
Due by May 19, 2023
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
Official code
23-18
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
The hand washing sink was used for something other than hand washing in that [plates, utensils, and items used for food were observed stored in handwashing sink]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, C Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
Inspector notes
Licensing counselor observed plates, utensils, and items used for food were observed stored in diapering handwashing sink. At the time of inspection items were removed. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, C. Handwashing sinks must not be used for food service preparation, dishwashing, or food clean up.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
Official code
30-03
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
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
Report comments
Child care personnel did not complete the 40 hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement. CCF Handbook Section 4.2.1 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.
Correction status
Due by May 19, 2023
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TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-01
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
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 Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month must begin training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry and successfully complete Departments training within 12 months from the date training begins. Training taken prior to employment in the child care industry does not constitute begin training. The begin training timeframes begin at the time of employment in the child care industry. Training completion may not exceed 15 months from the date ... [truncated]
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
Can you tell me about the steps taken to ensure that all items in the classrooms are kept out of reach of children?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from a July 2025 inspection note that items were found in an area accessible to children. Asking about current classroom setup helps parents understand how the facility maintains a secure environment.
Context
Corrected at time of inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How does the center ensure that all staff, including the director, stay current with their required credentials and training?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records from November 2023 and April 2026 show findings related to staff training and credential documentation. Discussing how the center manages these requirements provides insight into their administrative oversight.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your process for managing and labeling personal items, like bottles or sippy cups, brought from home?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Official inspection reports from November 2024 and July 2025 identify instances where items were not properly labeled or records were incomplete. Learning about the current daily routine for tracking these items helps parents understand how the center manages health and safety documentation.
Context
Corrected at time of inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
Could you explain the daily cleaning and sanitization routine for equipment like diaper changing tables and cots?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from November 2024 and July 2025 indicate findings regarding the cleanliness of surfaces and bedding. Asking about the cleaning schedule helps parents understand how the facility maintains hygienic standards.
Context
Corrected at time of inspection.
Related violations
General question
How do you communicate with families about upcoming health form or immunization record renewals?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Proactive communication regarding health records is essential for keeping children's files up to date. This question helps parents understand how the center partners with families to ensure all documentation remains current.