Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 1.26
- Local median
- 0.25
Ladybird Academy Of Oakleaf
1001 Oakleaf Plantation Pkwy, Orange Park, FL 32065
- License:
- C04CL0172
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 14, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, VPK, After School, Before School, Drop In, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care, Transportation
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 230
- License expiration:
- January 8, 2027
Typical cost: $1,127 - $1,361 (Under 1)
Child’s age
$1,127 - $1,361/mo
Median daily rate: $52.00 - $62.80
Official Florida Division of Early Learning Clay 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 inspectionMay 4, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMay 4, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 23 available inspections for Ladybird Academy Of Oakleaf from December 18, 2023 through May 4, 2026.
10 inspections recorded violations, with 29 recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on April 23, 2026 and involved incident records, with a due date of April 30, 2026.
Child guidance was a higher-concern topic that showed up in two inspections.
A later inspection showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether it was a formal follow-up.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 23
- Recorded violations
- 29
- Higher-concern violations
- 11
- Repeated topics
- 6
13 in last 12 months
15 in last 12 months
6 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
23 total inspections vs 3 local median in 32065
Compared to 25 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 30%
- Local median
- 4%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 43%
- Local median
- 25%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 6
- Local average
- 0.68
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 3 inspections, with 6 recorded violations.
April 24, 2025August 5, 2025December 17, 2025Incident records
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
February 26, 2024December 17, 2025April 23, 2026Staff training
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 5 recorded violations.
September 4, 2024April 24, 2025December 17, 2025Transportation
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 5 recorded violations.
April 22, 2024April 24, 2025August 5, 2025Child guidance
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
July 14, 2025February 26, 2026Supervision
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
February 26, 2024September 3, 2025Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Incident records
- Report finding
- Documentation of an accident or incident was insufficient in that it did not include the [parents signature.]. CCF Handbook, Section 6.4, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- Refer to the two forms that did not have parent signature acknowledging that they read and received form. Facility will need to have parents sign form and provide form to the specialist for corrective action. 6.4 Accident/Incident Notification Documentation must include the name of the affected party, date and time of the occurrence, description of the occurrence, actions taken and by whom, and appropriate signatures of program child care personnel and the custodial parent or legal guardian. Program child care personnel signatures may include the director/childcare personnel that witnessed the incident, who were involved in the incident, and/or responded to the childs needs.
- Correction status
- Due by April 30, 2026
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 39 - Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation
- Official code
- 39-05
No recorded violations in this report
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
- The facility is out of compliance with this standard as a staff member did not follow the written policy where video footage shows the teacher taking the childs hand in her hands and making the child slap himself as punishment for slapping another child in the classroom. Supporting documentation provided from a text message the staff member who texted another staff member admitting to committing the act. The staff member is to conduct an all staff meeting discussing the importance of following the discipline policy. A copy of the meeting notes including all staff signature is to be provided to the specialist for corrective action. The facility is also to create a safety plan ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 3, 2026
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 11 - Child Discipline
- Official code
- 11-03
No recorded violations in this report
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, the use of fire extinguishers]. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.3 and 4.2.5 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Training [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- Refer to the supplemental for the staff who has not completed the required training within the time. Completed training needs to be provided to the specialist for corrective action. 4.2.3 Safe Sleep/ Shaken Baby Syndrome Training All child care personnel who work in a facility that offers care to infants must have training regarding guidance on safe sleep practices, preventing shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma; recognition of signs and symptoms of shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma; strategies for coping with crying, fussing, or distraught child and the development and vulnerabilities of the brain in infancy in early childhood within 30 days of hire at th ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by December 19, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-09
Medium concern: Incident records
- Report finding
- Documentation of an accident or incident was insufficient in that it did not include the [Missing date/time ]. CCF Handbook, Section 6.4, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- Refer to the supplemental for the 18 incident/accident forms that were missing date/time of when incident occurred. 6.4 Accident/Incident Notification Documentation must include the name of the affected party, date and time of the occurrence, description of the occurrence, actions taken and by whom, and appropriate signatures of program child care personnel and the custodial parent or legal guardian. Program child care personnel signatures may include the director/childcare personnel that witnessed the incident, who were involved in the incident, and/or responded to the childs needs.
- Correction status
- Due by December 19, 2025
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 39 - Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation
- Official code
- 39-05
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- Refer to the supplemental for the child who had an expired form on file during onsite inspection. Specialist reviewed a total of 170 records for total enrollment. 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 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 dep ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by December 19, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-02
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- Supervision of children in the [school age-Kindergarten] group was inadequate in that [in that the facility driver dropped two children off at the school gate prior to school opening with no adult supervision. ]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 General Requirements [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- The facility failed to provided supervision to two school age children at all times. The facility admitted that they drop off two children at school prior to the gates open. The facility admitted that they leave the two children with other children who are waiting for the gate to be opened as well to enter into the school. The facility is to provide safety plan on how they intend to prevent future incidents of this nature of occurring again. A copy of the safety plan is to be provided to the licensing specialist for corrective action. 2.4 Supervision 2.4.1 General Supervision Requirements A program is responsible for the supervision of a child until an authorized individual r ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by September 30, 2025
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
- Official code
- 04-01
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- 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 General Requirements [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- During onsite inspection specialist observed that Van #2, did not have an annual inspection. Vehicle will need to be inspected and a copy of annual inspection is to be provided to the licensing specialist for corrective action. 2.5.4 Vehicle Requirements. All vehicles regularly used to transport children must be inspected annually by a mechanic to ensure that they are in proper working order. Documentation by the mechanic must be maintained in the vehicle.
- Correction status
- Due by August 15, 2025
More details
- Report section
- 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 General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During onsite inspection. The specialist observed that Van #2 is not in working order. The vehicle alarm would not sound during inspection. Vehicle will need to be repaired so that alarm could be audible. 2.5.4 Vehicle Requirements. By January 1, 2022 all vehicles used by child care facilities to transport children must be equipped with a reliable alarm system approved by the Department which prompts the driver to inspect the vehicle for children before exiting the vehicle. 1. Approved alarm systems must meet the following criteria: a. The alarm system must be armed or activated automatically when the vehicles ignition is turned on. b. The alarm system must be designed and in ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by August 15, 2025
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 07 - Vehicle Requirements
- Official code
- 07-06
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A Physical Environment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- The specialist observed the wall on the 3 year old playground had a hole in the wall with sharp edge that needs to closed no longer making it hazardous to the children on the playground. 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.
- Correction status
- Due by August 15, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- The facilitys fencing walls or gate area had gaps that could allow children to exit the outdoor play area. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, F Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During onsite visit the specialist observed that the base of the fence in the 2 year old playground base was no longer attached and allowed a gap from the base of the fence. The fence needs to be prepared to prevent the opening at the base of the fence. 3.5 Outdoor Play Area. 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 m ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by August 15, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-06
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- The written record of the fire drills was incomplete and did not include the following:[the facility failed to document the month of July drill.]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.4, C Physical Environment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- The facility stated that they had conducted a drill for the month of July but failed to document the drill. The facility is to conduct two drills, document and provide the licensing specialist with recorded proof completion. 3.8.4 Fire Drills. A current attendance record and parent contact information must accompany child care personnel out of the building during a drill or actual evacuation and be used to account for all children. The operator must maintain a written record of the fire drills showing the date, number of children and child care personnel in attendance, evacuation route used, and time taken for all individuals to evacuate the premises. Each fire drill record m ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by August 15, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-08
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 [yellow bikes on the 3 year old playground]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B and F Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During onsite inspection licensing specialist observed that the yellow bikes on the playground were missing parts on the handle bars leaving the area with holes. The bikes need to be repaired so that there will be no holes in the handle bars. 3.12 Outdoor Equipment All equipment, fences, and objects on the facilitys premises shall be free from sharp, broken and jagged edges, and properly placed to prevent overcrowding or safety hazards in any one area.
- Correction status
- Due by August 5, 2025
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-03
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]
- Correction / follow-up note
- Refer to the supplemental for the children who had expired forms on file during onsite inspection. The facility is to get an updated form and provide the specialist with a copy of the updated form. 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 65C-22.001(7)(p), F.A.C., from the custodial parent or legal guardian. DH Form 680 and DH Form 681 may be obtain ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by August 15, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-02
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- 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 Record Keeping [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- Refer to the supplemental for the child who had an expired form on file. An updated form is to be provided to the specialist for corrective action. 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. A. The Student Health E ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by August 15, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
- Official code
- 42-02
No recorded violations in this report
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]
- Inspector notes
- A staff member at the childcare facility failed to follow the discipline policy as a parent observed on camera a teacher being aggressive with her child. After the director observed video footage it shows that the teacher first threw the child's shoe onto their cot and then scooped the child up and "slammed" the child aggressively onto their cot. The director immediately fired the teacher after reviewing video footage. Even though the teacher was immediately terminated the licensing specialist recommends that the facility conduct an all-staff meeting discussing the assigned discipline policy. A copy of the meeting notes including all staff signature is to be provided to the s ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by September 5, 2025
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 11 - Child Discipline
- Official code
- 11-03
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The facility's transportation log did not include [the second signature needed to acknowledge that a second person did a sweep of the vehicle.]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.2 General Requirements [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- During onsite inspection the licensing specialist observed that the transportation log for Thursday, did not have a second signature indicating that a second person conducted the sweep and signed off on the log that it was completed. A copy of the transported log for Thursday and remaining of week will need to be provided to the specialist for corrective action. 2.5.2 Transportation Log A. A log must be maintained for all children being transported in a vehicle or on foot away from and/or to the premises of the child care facility. The log must be retained on file at the facility for a minimum of 12 months and available for review by the licensing authority. The log must incl ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by May 1, 2025
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 05 - Transportation
- Official code
- 05-04
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- 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
- During onsite inspection the licensing specialist observed that all bottles in the infant room did not have first and last name on each individual bottle. The item was corrected at the time of inspection as the staff member went back and assured that all bottles had first and last name on each bottle. 3.9.5 Food Handling. 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.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 28 - Bottles, Breastmilk, Formula and Infant Food
- Official code
- 28-02
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
- Correction / follow-up note
- Refer to the supplemental for the staff member who has been hired since 11-1-24, has not begun the required training in order to work in the childcare industry. Staff member will need to begin the required training and provide the licensing specialist with proof of beginning training. 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 timeframe ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by May 1, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-03
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documented proof that child care personnel participating in the transportation of children were trained on safe transportation practices prior to participating in transportation of children. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.6 Training [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- Refer to the supplemental for the staff members who are listed as drivers at the childcare facility do not have the required transportation training. The staff members will need to complete the required training and provide the specialist with a cop of the completed training. 4.2.6 Transportation Training All child care personnel participating in the transportation of children must have training regarding guidance on safe transportation practices prior to participating in transportation of children. For child care personnel to satisfy this requirement the training must be accomplished through the Departments Transportation Safety course or the Early Learning Floridas Precauti ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by May 1, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-10
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The director responsible for the daily operation of the program did not have an active Director Credential. CCF Handbook, Section 4.7
- Report comments
- The facility no longer has a credential director onsite. The facility will be placed on provisional until a new director can be hired. 4.7 Director Credential Section 402.305(2)(g), F.S., requires a child care facility to have a credentialed director. Every applicant for a license to operate a child care facility or a license for a change of ownership of a child care facility must document that the facility director has an active Director Credential prior to issuance of the license. An applicant for the Director Credential must meet the requirements referenced in CF-FSP Form 5290, Florida Child Care and Education Program Director Credential and Renewal Application, which is i ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by October 24, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 34 - Credentialed Staff
- Official code
- 34-04
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]
- Report comments
- Refer to the supplemental for the child(ren) who need an updated record for their file. A new record will need to be obtained and provided to the licensing specialist for review. 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 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 c ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by May 1, 2025
More details
- Report section
- 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
- Refer to the supplemental for the child(ren) who had expired forms on file during onsite inspection. The facility is to provide the licensing specialist with updated forms for corrective action. 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 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 ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by May 1, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-02
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- Child care personnel failed to ensure arrival and departure times were complete and accurate at the time of arrival or departure. CCF Handbook, Section 7.5, B Record Keeping [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- The licensing specialist observed that each classroom failed to assure that all children were signed in on the attendance log. The person in charge stated that the facility also uses an electronic devise for attendance as well. After review of the electronic device, the specialist observed that children had not been signed in on this as well. The item was corrected at the time of inspection when the staff members went back and signed the children in. 7.5 Daily Attendance Daily attendance of children must be taken and recorded accurately by the child care personnel, documenting the time when each child enters and departs the program. Attendance devices used for the purposes of ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 46 - Daily Attendance
- Official code
- 46-03
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
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
- Refer to the supplemental for the staff member who did not begin the required training in order to work in the child care industry. 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.
- Correction status
- Due by September 20, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-03
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 Training [SR]
- Report comments
- Refer to the supplemental for the staff member who had not completed the required within the 30 days of hire. 4.2.3 Safe Sleep/ Shaken Baby Syndrome Training All child care personnel who work in a facility that offers care to infants must have training regarding guidance on safe sleep practices, preventing shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma; recognition of signs and symptoms of shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma; strategies for coping with crying, fussing, or distraught child and the development and vulnerabilities of the brain in infancy in early childhood within 30 days of hire at the facility. For child care personnel to satisfy this requirement the tra ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by September 20, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-09
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- 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
- Refer to the supplemental for the staff who had expired forms on file. Item corrected at the time of inspection as new forms were signed during onsite inspection. 7.4 Personnel Records. CF-FSP Form 5337, Child Abuse & Neglect Reporting Requirements, which is incorporated by reference in 65C- 22.001(7)(l), F.A.C., must be signed on or before hire date and annually thereafter by all child care personnel.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-04
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The facility's driver did not have [ A valid Florida drivers license, Valid certificate(s) of course completion for first aid training and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) procedures]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.1 General Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- Refer to the supplemental for the driver who did not have a Florida drivers license on file. The driver also did not have CPR or First Aid. Child Care Facility Handbook Page | 14 B. If the certified lifeguard is hired by the pool/beach/lake area this person is not considered child care personnel and does not count toward the staff-to-child ratio. C. The following minimum staff-to-child ratios must apply while children are swimming or wading: Age of child(ren) Staff: Child Ratio Infant (Birth up to 1 year) 1:1 Toddler (1 year up to 3 years) 1:1 Preschooler (3 years up to 5 years) 1:4 School-Age Children (5 years and up) 1:10 Mixed Age Groups Ratio shall be based on age of the ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 26, 2024
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 06 - Driver's License, Physician Certification & First Aid/CPR Training
- Official code
- 06-01
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- Supervision of children in the [ 3 year old ] group was inadequate in that [The child was observed on video left in her classroom by her teacher.]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 General Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- Video footage showed a 3-year-old child left in her classroom by her teacher. The teacher admitted to leaving the child in the classroom and realized that a child was missing when she did a face to name when she was on the playground. Teacher admitted that after realizing a child was missing, she saw the child standing at the back door of the classroom through the window. The counselor recommends that the facility create a safety plan on how they are going to prevent something of this nature occurring again. The facility is to conduct an all staff meeting and each staff member is to review the safety plan and sign the safety plan indicating that they understand the safety pla ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 1, 2024
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
- Official code
- 04-01
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]
- Report comments
- An incident report was not written on the day the incident occurred and shared with the parent. The facility will be cited for incident/accident report writing. The director admitted to writing one when she became aware of it however, the teacher knew of the incident the day it happened and failed to notify the parent or management that something occurred to a child while enrolled at the childcare facility. 6.4 Accident/Incident Notification A. 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. The counselor recommends that the ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 1, 2024
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- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 39 - Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation
- Official code
- 39-03
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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
Can you walk me through the steps you take to ensure all staff members follow the facility's discipline and guidance policies?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records show an inspection report from February 2026 where a staff member did not follow the facility's written disciplinary policy. Asking about your current training and oversight process helps parents understand how you ensure these standards are consistently met by all personnel.
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What measures do you have in place to ensure children are always actively supervised, especially during transitions or drop-off times?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records show multiple findings related to supervision, including incidents in 2024 and 2025 where children were not adequately supervised. Understanding your current supervision protocols and how you monitor staff performance in this area is important for peace of mind.
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Could you explain your current process for maintaining vehicle safety and ensuring all transportation logs are completed correctly?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from several inspections between 2024 and 2025 show findings related to transportation, including vehicle maintenance and log documentation. This question helps parents understand the steps you take to keep transportation routines organized and safe.
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How do you ensure that all accident and incident reports are fully documented and shared with parents on the same day they occur?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Official inspection reports from 2024 through 2026 indicate instances where incident documentation was missing required details or signatures. Asking about your current reporting process helps parents understand how you ensure clear communication regarding any occurrences in the classroom.
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What is your process for keeping track of staff training requirements to ensure everyone is up to date on mandatory certifications?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available records from multiple inspections show findings where staff training documentation was incomplete or missing. Understanding how you track and verify these requirements helps parents feel confident that all caregivers are properly prepared.
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