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 Enforcement [SR]
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Staff member working in 1-year-old classroom used a method of discipline was that was severe, humiliating or frightening to children in that [ personnel caused nursemaids elbow.]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.8, A and s.402.305 (12), F.S. Per CCF handbook, section 8.2. C Childcare personnel must appropriately interact with children to foster a healthy, safe environment that will encourage the childs physical, intellectual, motor, and social development. Interactions with children that are aggressive, demeaning or intimidating in nature are strictly prohibited. Corrected at the time of inspection. Employee was terminated by facility. See supplemental. Owner/Director/Staff Responsib ... [truncated]
A method of discipline was used at the facility that was severe, humiliating or frightening to children in that [children were placed in cubbies ]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.8, A and s.402.305 (12), F.S. General Requirements [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
Staff member working in 1-year-old classroom used a severe form of discipline such as forcibly putting children in cubbies for timeout and slamming children down on their nap time cots. Per CCF Handbook, Section 2.8. A. The childcare facility shall adopt a discipline policy consistent with Section 402.305(12), F.S., including standards that prohibit children from being subjected to discipline, which is severe, humiliating, frightening, or associated with food, rest, or toileting. Spanking or any other form of physical punishment is prohibited. (Page 19) Corrected at time of inspection. Personnel no longer works at the facility. LS is requiring mandatory training for all staff ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 11 - Child Discipline
Official code
11-04
Medium concern: Incident records
Report finding
Child care personnel failed to document an accident or incident on the day that it occurred. CCF Handbook, Section 6.4, A Health Requirements [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
LS observed Childcare personnel failed to document an accident or incident on the day that it occurred. CCF Handbook, Section 6.4, A Per CCF Handbook, Section 6.4., An All accidents and incidents or unusual occurrences that are threatening to the health, safety, or welfare of a child that occur while the child is in care must be documented on the same day they occur. (Page 55) Corrected at time of inspection. LS is requiring mandatory training for all staff in proper writing of accident and incident reports. See supplemental.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 39 - Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation
Official code
39-03
Higher concern: Child guidance
Report finding
The owner, operator, employee or substitute, while caring for children, committed an act or omission that meets the definition of child abuse or neglect provided in Chapter 39, Florida Statutes or Chapter 827, Florida Statutes. CCF Handbook, Section 8.2, A Enforcement [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
A staff member was using a severe form of discipline with children. The staff member would forcibly put child into cubbies for timeout. The staff member would pick children up and slam them down on their nap time cots. Per CCF Handbook, section 8.2, A. Per CCF Handbook, section 8.2. A. Acts or omissions that meet the definition of child abuse or neglect provided in Chapter 39, F.S. or Chapter 827, F.S., constitute a violation of the standards is section 402.301- .319, F.S., and will support imposition of a sanction, as provided in Section 402.310, F.S. Corrected at the time of inspection. Employee was terminated by facility. LS is requiring mandatory training for all staff. S ... [truncated]
A form of discipline used by child care personnel was associated with food, rest and/or toileting. CCF Handbook, Section 2.8, A and s.402.305 (12), F.S. General Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
LS observed a form of discipline used by childcare personnel was associated with food. CCF Handbook, Section 2.8, A and s.402.305 (12), F.S. Per CCF Handbook, Section 2.8, A. The childcare facility shall adopt a discipline policy consistent with Section 402.305(12), F.S., including standards that prohibit children from being subjected to discipline, which is severe, humiliating, frightening, or associated with food, rest, or toileting. Spanking or any other form of physical punishment is prohibited. (Page 19) LS observed provider remove child from lunch area at designated time to sit in classroom while rest of class was eating lunch. LS observed provider's tone when removing ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 11 - Child Discipline
Official code
11-05
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 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 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. (Page 35) Corrected at time of inspection. LS had provider write children's names on their cups. 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 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 Per CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, 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) LS observed underneath diaper changing mat there was sand, dirt and other debris. Corrected at time of inspection. LS had provider clean diaper changing area. See supplemental.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
Official code
30-05
Low concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
Personnel records or copies of records were not being maintained at the facility and available for review by the licensing authority. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 Record Keeping [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
LS observed Personnel records or copies of records were not being maintained at the facility and available for review by the licensing authority. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 LS observed provider did not include (5) childcare personnels training transcript records. Corrective action due. See supplemental.
Correction status
Due by December 1, 2025
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RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
Official code
44-01
Higher concern: Background screening
Report finding
A complete CF-FSP Form 5131, Background Screening and Personnel File Requirements, was not on file for all employees. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1, A Record Keeping [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
LS observed A complete CF-FSP Form 5131, Background Screening and Personnel File Requirements, was not completed for (2) employees. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1, Per CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1. A. Each personnel record must have a completed CF-FSP Form 5131, Background Screening and Personnel File Requirements, which is incorporated by reference in paragraph 65C -22.001(7)(b), F.A.C. (Page 62) Corrective action due. See supplemental.
Correction status
Due by December 1, 2025
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RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
Child care personnel were not within sight and hearing of all the children during nap time. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4.2 General Requirements [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
LS observed (1) Childcare personnel were not within sight and hearing of all the children during nap time. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4.2 Per CCF Handbook, section 2.4.2, During nap time, childcare personnel must be within sight and hearing of all the children. All other childcare personnel required to meet the staff-to-child ratio must be within the building on the same floor and available to be summoned if needed to ensure the safety of the children. Nap time supervision does not apply to children up to 24 months of age, who must have direct supervision at all times. (Page 13) LS observed the 1-year-old teacher in the kitchen leaving the children unsupervised. Corrected at tim ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
Official code
04-05
Higher concern: Child guidance
Report finding
Child care personnel did not comply with the facility's written disciplinary and expulsion policies. CCF Handbook, Section 2.8, B General Requirements [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
Based off the investigation Childcare personnels did not comply with the facility's written disciplinary and expulsion policies. CCF Handbook, Section 2.8, B Per CCF Handbook, section 2.8, B. The childcare facility operators, employees, and volunteers must comply with written disciplinary and expulsion policies. (Page 19) Corrected at time of inspection. LS referred provider to the handbook and back to discipline policy. LS is recommending a mandatory training for all staff. See supplemental.
A vehicle(s) used to transport children did not have an annual inspection by a mechanic to ensure it was in proper working order. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4, A
Correction / follow-up note
FSC observed (2) vehicle(s) used to transport children did not have an annual inspection by a mechanic to ensure it was in proper working order. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4, A. The last vehicle inspection dated was 5/15/23. Corrective action needed. See supplemental.
Correction status
Due by July 10, 2024
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 07 - Vehicle Requirements
Official code
07-03
Higher concern: Transportation
Report finding
The vehicle alarm installed was not in working condition. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4
Correction / follow-up note
FSC observed (1) vehicle alarm installed was not in working condition. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4. Corrective action needed. See supplemental.
Correction status
Due by July 10, 2024
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 07 - Vehicle Requirements
Official code
07-06
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The play equipment was not maintained in a safe or sanitary condition for the children to use in that [holes and rust]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B and F (Section 11.2, numbers 2 and 4) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
FSC observed play equipment was not maintained in a safe or sanitary condition for the children to use in that [ holes and rust]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B and F. Pictures were taken by FSC. Corrective action needed. See supplemental.
Correction status
Due by July 10, 2024
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SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
Official code
32-03
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
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The ground cover or other protective surface under the [dirt] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D (Section 11.2, number 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
The ground cover or other protective surface under the [ dirt ] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D. Pictures were taken by FSC. Corrective action needed. See supplemental.
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
Staff did not complete 40-hr ICCT training. See supplemental. Corrective action needed.
Correction status
Due by February 27, 2024
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TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-01
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
The facility did not have documented proof that all child care personnel were trained and knowledgeable within 30 days of date of hire in [ safe sleep practices and shaken baby syndrome]. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.3 and 4.2.5
Correction / follow-up note
Staff on supplemental did not complete safe sleep training with 30 days of hire. Corrective action needed.
Correction status
Due by March 27, 2024
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TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-09
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
Program personnel did not complete training requirements prior to unsupervised contact with or care of children, or if supervised, within 90 days of beginning employment or service with the program. (Section 18.1) Training [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
Staff did not complete SR training within 90 days. See supplemental. Corrective action needed.
Hand hygiene procedures, including situations or times, were not posted in food preparation, diapering, and toileting areas. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.1, D
Report comments
The facility did not have hand hygiene procedures, including situations or times, posted in toileting areas. Provider states the handwashing procedures were taken down when the building was painted. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.1, D. Situations or times that children, child care personnel, and/or volunteers must perform hand hygiene must be posted in all food preparation, diapering, and toileting areas.
Correction status
Due by May 4, 2023
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SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 29 - Health and Sanitation
Official code
29-16
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
The facility did not have documented proof that all child care personnel were trained and knowledgeable within 30 days of date of hire in [ the use of fire extinguishers]. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.3 and 4.2.5
Correction / follow-up note
The facility did not have documented proof that personnel was trained and knowledgeable in the use of fire extinguishers. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.5 All child care personnel shall be trained in the use and operation of a fire extinguisher, at each facility they are employed, within 30 days of date of hire. The facility must maintain documentation that all child care personnel have completed training.
Correction status
Due by May 4, 2023
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TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-09
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
The facility does not have documentation for all child care personnel on required annual refresher education of the facilitys exposure plan. CCF Handbook, Section 6
Correction / follow-up note
The facility did not have documented proof showing personnel was educated on the facility's exposure plan before beginning to work. CCF Handbook, Section 6 Child care facilities shall develop a written exposure plan regarding universal safety precautions, recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), to follow in the event there is exposure to blood and potentially infectious fluids. Personnel are required to be educated on the facilitys exposure plan regarding standard precautions before beginning to work and annually thereafter.
Correction status
Due by May 4, 2023
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 35 - Communicable Disease Control
Official code
35-12
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
Licensing counselor observed children record without immunization on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1, B 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.
Correction status
Due by May 4, 2023
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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]
Inspector notes
Licensing counselor observed children file with current immunization record missing. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 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 department. Specific immunization requirements are included and detailed in the ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by May 4, 2023
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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 counselor observed children record without physical/student health examination on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2, 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.
Correction status
Due by May 4, 2023
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RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
Official code
42-01
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 steps have been taken to ensure that all staff members are consistently using positive and supportive interaction techniques with the children?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from a June 2026 inspection indicate a concern regarding staff interactions with children. This question helps understand the current training and oversight practices in place to ensure a supportive environment.
Context
The facility reported that the staff member involved in the June 2026 incident was terminated.
Related violations
Finding-specific
Could you describe your current process for supervising children during nap time to ensure they are always within sight and hearing of staff?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records show instances where supervision during nap time did not meet standards. Asking about current procedures helps clarify how the center maintains active supervision for all children.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How does the center ensure that all new staff members complete their required background screening and training documentation before they begin working with children?
Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from October 2025 noted missing background screening documentation for some employees. This question helps parents understand the administrative checks in place to keep personnel records current.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your process for documenting and communicating any accidents or incidents that occur during the day to parents?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from an October 2025 inspection mention a finding regarding the timely documentation of incidents. This question helps clarify how the center tracks and reports child-related occurrences to families.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you maintain cleanliness and sanitation standards in the diaper changing areas throughout the day?
Why ask this
Why ask this
An inspection report from October 2025 identified a concern regarding the sanitation of diaper changing surfaces. This question helps parents understand the daily cleaning routines used to keep the facility environment hygienic.