Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 1.78
- Local median
- 0.48
The Carpenter's Shop Center, Inc.
1601 University Blvd N, Jacksonville, FL 32211
- License:
- C04DU1267
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 11, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- After School, Food Served, Transportation
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 3:00PM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 128
- License expiration:
- April 11, 2027
Typical cost: $1,192 - $1,300 (Under 1)
Child’s age
$1,192 - $1,300/mo
Median daily rate: $55.00 - $60.00
Official Florida Division of Early Learning Duval 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 inspectionMarch 24, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMarch 24, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 18 available inspections for The Carpenter's Shop Center, Inc. from March 31, 2023 through March 24, 2026.
Nine inspections recorded violations, with 32 recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on February 27, 2026 and involved transportation, with a due date of March 13, 2026.
That higher-concern topic showed up in seven 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
- 18
- Recorded violations
- 32
- Higher-concern violations
- 18
- Repeated topics
- 4
5 in last 12 months
11 in last 12 months
5 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
18 total inspections vs 6 local median in 32211
Compared to 39 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 44%
- Local median
- 8%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 50%
- Local median
- 26%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 4
- Local average
- 0.69
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Transportation
Appeared across 7 inspections, with 13 recorded violations.
November 7, 2023March 5, 2024November 4, 2024December 3, 2024December 9, 2025January 20, 2026February 27, 2026Equipment or readiness
Appeared across 5 inspections, with 6 recorded violations.
November 7, 2023March 5, 2024February 27, 2025December 9, 2025February 27, 2026Staff training
Appeared across 4 inspections, with 6 recorded violations.
March 5, 2024November 4, 2024December 9, 2025February 27, 2026Background screening
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
December 9, 2025January 20, 2026Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The required staff-to-child ratios were not maintained when transporting children. SACCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4, C
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing Specialist (LS) observed a staff member transporting twenty-six (26) school-age children. The staff memeber/driver had not completed the required 45-hour training. Per licensing requirements, the staff-to-child ratio for school-age children (five years of age and older) is one (1) staff member for every twenty-five (25) children (1:25). The observed number of children exceeded the allowable ratio, and the assigned staff member had not met the required training qualifications. 2.5.4 Vehicle Requirements For the purpose of this section, vehicles refer to those owned, operated or regularly used by the child care program, and vehicles that ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by March 13, 2026
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 05 - Transportation SACCF Handbook, Section 2.5
- Official code
- 05-01
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- Fire drills conducted during the licensure year did not include the following [the dates drills were conducted in December 2025 and January 2026, child care personnel in attendance, evacuation route used, and time taken for all individuals to evacuate the premises.]. SACCF Handbook, Section 3.8.4, C
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the LS reviewed the facilitys fire drill log; and found the following items were missing: the dates of fire drills conducted in December 2025 and January 2026, • the number of child care personnel in attendance, • evacuation route used, • and time taken for all individuals to evacuate the premises. • The document the provider utilized did not contain a section for this information. The provider stated she would document fire drills utilizing the DCF form accessible online at https://www.myflfamilies.com/document/12181 A fire Drill was conducted at the time of inspection to bring this standard compliant.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 21 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness SACCF Handbook, Section 3.8
- Official code
- 21-07
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documentation of the child care personnels completion of required training on the training transcript in that [a staff member's transcript displays incomplete intorductory courses.]. SACCF Handbook, Section 4.5
- Correction / follow-up note
- The LS reviewed the training transcripts for all staff. The LS observed the following staff have not completed the required 40 hours of childcare training. Staff: HK : started November 2024 did not have documentation of the CCPs completion of the required training. Per the staff member she has completed the training and is in communication with the CCTIC regarding having the transcript updated to reflect such. The provider nor staff member were not able to provide documentation of completed testing for childcare training courses: Behavioral Observation and Screening (BOSR), Child Care Facility Rules and Regulations (RNRF), Child Growth and Development (CGDR), Health Safety an ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by March 27, 2026
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 28 - Training Requirements SACCF Handbook, Section 4
- Official code
- 28-02
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The facility's transportation log did not include [accurate information regarding visual vehicle sweeps]. SACCF Handbook, Section 2.5.2
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the ls no second sweep was observed during the drop off of the enrolled children transported. 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 include: 1. Each childs name, 2. The date and time of departure, 3. Time of arrival at the destination , 4. The signature of the driver (or in the case of travelling on foot, the signature of the child care personnel), and 5. The signature of a sec ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by February 25, 2026
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 05 - Transportation SACCF Handbook, Section 2.5
- Official code
- 05-04
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- The personnel record for the individual indicated the person had been arrested for and are awaiting final disposition of, have been found guilty of, regardless of adjudication, or entered a plea of nolo contendere or guilty to any offense noted in Section 435.04, Florida Statute, which disqualifies the person from employment and the owner/operator failed to take appropriate action in that [the provider was aware of the disqualified individuals background status and allowed the individual to transport children enrolled in the program under the childcare license.].s 435.04 F.S.
- Inspector notes
- At the time of reinspection, the Licensing Specialist (LS) observed a driver operating the facilitys big bus. During the observation, the LS observed children enrolled in the childcare program unloading from the vehicle. After the children exited the vehicle, the driver parked the bus and entered the facility. The LS inquired with the provider regarding the identity of the bus driver. After confirming that C.W. was inside the building, the provider stated that the driver was M.C., a staff member who is not permitted to have contact with children enrolled in the childcare program. The provider acknowledged being aware of M.C.s disqualified status since March 31, 2023. The prov ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by January 30, 2026
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 38 - Background Screening Documents SACCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 and Section 5
- Official code
- 38-03
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The vehicle alarm installed was not in working condition. SACCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4
- Report comments
- Licensing Specialist inspected a vehicle used for transportation services. The vehicle alarm installed was not in working condition. 2.5.4 Vehicle Requirements F. 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 installed so that the vehicle horn, siren or other type of audio alarm w ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by January 10, 2026
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 07 - Vehicle Requirements SACCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4
- Official code
- 07-06
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- The facility failed to post the room capacity in each room. SACCF Handbook, Section 3.4.1, A
- Inspector notes
- Provider failed to post the room capacity in each room. Licensing Specialist observed each room and asked if they were posted somewhere. Provider stated they did not have them posted. 3.4 Licensed Capacity 3.4.1 Licensed Capacity A. The capacity, as calculated by the licensing authority, must be posted in a conspicuous location within each room.
- Correction status
- Due by January 10, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 15 - Licensed Capacity SACCF Handbook , Section 3.4
- Official code
- 15-05
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. SACCF Handbook Section 4.2.1
- Report comments
- Licensing Specialist reviewed all 9 active Personnel records. Childcare Personnel, H.K., and M.Y., did not complete the 40 hr. Introductory Child Care training requirements. 4.2 Training Requirements 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.
- Correction status
- Due by January 10, 2026
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 28 - Training Requirements SACCF Handbook, Section 4
- Official code
- 28-01
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documented proof that all child care personnel were trained and knowledgeable in the use of fire extinguishers within 30 days of date of hire. SACCF Handbook, Section 4.2.3
- Correction / follow-up note
- Licensing Specialist reviewed all 9 active childcare personnel records and training. Childcare personnel were missing documented proof of training and knowledge in the use of fire extinguishers. 4.2.5 Fire Extinguisher Training 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 January 9, 2026
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 28 - Training Requirements SACCF Handbook, Section 4
- Official code
- 28-08
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- Emergency information was not posted on or near all telephones in the facility. SACCF Handbook, Section 6.3 A
- Report comments
- Facility failed to post Emergency information on or near all telephones in the facility. 6.3 Emergency Telephone Numbers A. Emergency service telephone numbers must be posted on or near all telephones, including 911, ambulance, fire, police, poison control center, Florida Abuse Hotline, and the county public health department. Additionally, the address and directions to the facility must be posted with descriptions of major intersections and local landmarks.
- Correction status
- Due by January 10, 2026
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 33 - Emergency Telephone Numbers SACCF Handbook, Section 6.3
- Official code
- 33-02
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- Personnel records or copies of records were not being maintained at the facility and available for review by the licensing authority. SACCF Handbook, Section 7.4
- Report comments
- Licensing Specialist reviewed 9 Childcare personnel records. Childcare Personnel records were not being maintained at the facility and available for review. 7.4 Personnel Records Records must be maintained and kept current on all child care personnel, as defined by Section 402.302(3), F.S. These records shall be on-site, available for review by the licensing authority and must include: 7.4 Personnel Records Records must be maintained and kept current on all child care personnel, as defined by Section 402.302(3), F.S. These records shall be on-site, available for review by the licensing authority and must include: A. A complete employment application with the required statemen ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by January 10, 2026
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 37 - Personnel Records SACCF Handbook, Section 7.4
- Official code
- 37-01
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documented proof of an annual fire inspection by the local fire authority. SACCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, A
- Report comments
- Per Provider they did have a fire marshal to complete an annual inspection, however, there was something they need to correct before the fire marshal will pass inspection. (enclosing a space underneath an area at the center). Per Provider is working on it and will have fire marshal back out for their inspection. 3.8.2 Fire Safety A. Unless statutorily exempted, all childcare facilities must conform to state standards adopted by the State Fire Marshal, Chapter 69A-36, F.A.C., Uniform Standards for Life Safety and Fire Prevention in Child Care Facilities. A copy of the current and approved annual fire inspection report completed by a certified fire inspector must be on file wit ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by March 13, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 21 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness SACCF Handbook, Section 3.8
- Official code
- 21-01
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- During the facilitys licensure year, fire drills utilizing the approved alarm system were not conducted monthly at various dates and times when children were in care [during After Care while at the center.]. SACCF Handbook, Section 3.8.4, A
- Report comments
- The center had only listed that they completed 2 fire drills: 9/17/24 and 10/15/24. Technical assistance was given. Licensing Specialist conducted a fire drill with the center at the time of inspection. 3.8 Fire Safety and Emergency Preparedness To ensure the safety of children in care, facilities are required to receive yearly fire inspections by a certified fire inspector, and they must perform monthly drills/exercises to practice fire, inclement weather and lockdown procedures. Frequent practice of emergency procedures will facilitate a calm and competent reaction in response to an actual emergency, should it occur. 3.8.4 Fire Drills A. During the facilitys license year, f ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 21 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness SACCF Handbook, Section 3.8
- Official code
- 21-06
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- A vehicle(s) used to transport children did not have the required alarm system installed to prompt the driver to inspect the vehicle for children before exiting the vehicle. SACCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4
- Correction / follow-up note
- Licensing Specialist observed Van #51 and Van #07-05 alarm is operable. Big Bus #456 alarm only has factory-built alarm which is not included in required standard. Technical assistance given. Per Provider will have state required alarm installed. 2.5.4 Vehicle Requirements For the purpose of this section, vehicles refer to those owned, operated or regularly used by the childcare program, and vehicles that provide transportation through a contract or agreement with an outside entity. Parents/guardians personal vehicles used for transporting during field trips are excluded from meeting the requirements of this sub-section. 1. Approved alarm systems must meet the following crite ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by December 17, 2024
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 07 - Vehicle Requirements SACCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4
- Official code
- 07-05
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- A vehicle(s) used to transport children did not have the required alarm system installed to prompt the driver to inspect the vehicle for children before exiting the vehicle. SACCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4
- Correction / follow-up note
- Licensing Specialist observed that the big bus does not have an alarm system. Technical Assistance given. Per provider they have not yet had alarm system put in bus, however they will soon. 2.5.4 Vehicle Requirements For the purpose of this section, vehicles refer to those owned, operated or regularly used by the childcare program, and vehicles that provide transportation through a contract or agreement with an outside entity. Parents/guardians personal vehicles used for transporting during field trips are excluded from meeting the requirements of this sub- section. F. By January 1, 2022 all vehicles used by childcare facilities to transport children must be equipped with a r ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by November 26, 2024
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 07 - Vehicle Requirements SACCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4
- Official code
- 07-05
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The vehicle alarm installed was not in working condition. SACCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4
- Correction / follow-up note
- Bus #51 is not operable at this time due to repairs needed and Bus not able to crack up and was not able to set off alarm. Technical assistance given. 2.5.4 Vehicle Requirements For the purpose of this section, vehicles refer to those owned, operated or regularly used by the childcare program, and vehicles that provide transportation through a contract or agreement with an outside entity. Parents/guardians personal vehicles used for transporting during field trips are excluded from meeting the requirements of this sub-section. F. 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 De ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by November 26, 2024
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 07 - Vehicle Requirements SACCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4
- Official code
- 07-06
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The vehicle had missing, broken or non-operable seat belts and/or safety restraints. SACCF Handbook, Section 2.5.5
- Inspector notes
- Licensing Specialist observed on bus #51 only (4) seatbelts are operable, and Bus #07/05 only (2) seatbelts were operable. Technical assistance given. 2.5.5 Seat Belt/Child Restraints Each child, when transported, must be seated in a back seat in an individual factory installed seat belt or federally approved child safety restraint. The child safety restraint must be installed, secured and used in accordance with the manufacturers instructions and a copy of such instructions must be maintained in the vehicle and/or on file. Child safety restraint must be replaced if they have been recalled, are past the manufacturers date of use expiration date, or have been involved in a cra ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by November 26, 2024
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 08 - Seat Belts/Child Restraints SACCF Handbook, Sections 2.5.4 and 2.5.5
- Official code
- 08-04
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. SACCF Handbook Section 4.2.1
- Report comments
- (2) staff have not completed 40-hour Introductory training. 4.2 Training Requirements 4.2.1 Mandated Introductory Training Childcare personnel must successfully complete 40 hours of childcare 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. Childcare 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) Childcare personnel must complete all of the following: Child Care Facility Rules and Regulation ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by November 26, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 28 - Training Requirements SACCF Handbook, Section 4
- Official code
- 28-01
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- Upon arrival at the destination, the driver of the vehicle and second adult failed to conduct a physical inspection and visual sweep of the vehicle to ensure that no child was left in the vehicle. SACCF Handbook, Section 2.5.2, Fand G
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Family Service Counselor observed students and staff/drivers entering the building. After entering the building no second vehicle sweep was conducted nor documented. 2.5.2 Transportation Log F. Upon arrival at the destination by vehicle, the driver of the vehicle must: 1. Mark each child off the log as the child departs the vehicle; 2. Conduct a physical inspection and visual sweep of the vehicle interior to ensure that no child is left in the vehicle; and 3. Record, sign, and date the transportation log immediately, verifying that all children were accounted for, and that the visual sweep was conducted. 4. Ensure that a second child care person ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by March 11, 2024
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 05 - Transportation SACCF Handbook, Section 2.5
- Official code
- 05-06
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The drivers personnel record did not include [An annual physical examination which grants medical approval to drive]. SACCF Handbook, Section 7.4, F
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, the facility's driver did not have a driver's physical on file. 7.4 Personnel Records Records must be maintained and kept current on all child care personnel, as defined by Section 402.302(3), F.S. These records shall be on-site, available for review by the licensing authority and must include: F. Prior to beginning volunteering in a child care facility, a CF-FSP 5217, Volunteer Acknowledgment which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(e), F.A.C., and may be obtained from the Departments website www.myflfamilies.com/childcare, must be completed and on file at the child care facility for the volunteer. Written documentation of volunteer hour ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by March 12, 2024
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 06 - Driver's License, Physician Certification & First Aid/CPR Training SACCF Handbook, Section 2.5.1 and SACCF Handbook, Section 7.4
- Official code
- 06-02
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documentation of current insurance coverage for the vehicle used to transport children in care. SACCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4, D
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of inspection, the FSC was not provided with documentation of the facility's three vehicles insurance coverage. 2.5.4 Vehicle Requirements For the purpose of this section, vehicles refer to those owned, operated or regularly used by the child care program, and vehicles that provide transportation through a contract or agreement with an outside entity. Parents/guardians personal vehicles used for transporting during field trips are excluded from meeting the requirements of this sub-section. D. All child care facilities must comply with the insurance requirements found in Section 316.615(4), F.S. Documentation shall be maintained at the facility.
- Correction status
- Due by March 12, 2024
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 07 - Vehicle Requirements SACCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4
- Official code
- 07-02
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documentation of an annual vehicle inspection for a vehicle used to transport children in care. SACCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4, A
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of inspection, the FSC was not provided with the facility's current vehicle inspection approvals. 2.5.4 Vehicle Requirements For the purpose of this section, vehicles refer to those owned, operated or regularly used by the child care program, and vehicles that provide transportation through a contract or agreement with an outside entity. Parents/guardians personal vehicles used for transporting during field trips are excluded from meeting the requirements of this sub-section. A. 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 March 12, 2024
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 07 - Vehicle Requirements SACCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4
- Official code
- 07-04
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- During the facilitys licensure year, fire drills utilizing the approved alarm system were not conducted monthly at various dates and times when children were in care [in the months of November and December in 2023, as well as the months of January and February of 2024.]. SACCF Handbook, Section 3.8.4, A
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, the FSC reviewed the facilities fire drill log, dated since August 24th, 2023. The fire drill log was completed until November 16th, 2023. Fire Drills nor emergency preparedness drills were not conducted or documented since November of 2023. 3.8.4 Fire Drills A. During the facilitys license year, fire drills utilizing the alarm system, approved by the local fire authority, must be conducted monthly at various dates and times when children are in care. At the time of inspection, a fire drill was conducted to bring facility back into compliance.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 21 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness SACCF Handbook, Section 3.8
- Official code
- 21-06
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. SACCF Handbook Section 4.2.1
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the FSC observed a new staff member in the fifth graders class that had not child care training. Per the provider the staff member started employment in September of 2023. 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 ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 5, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 28 - Training Requirements SACCF Handbook, Section 4
- Official code
- 28-01
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. SACCF Handbook, Section 4.1
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection the FSC reviewed a staff member's file that had not began the child care training within 90 days of starting employment. 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 t ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 5, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 28 - Training Requirements SACCF Handbook, Section 4
- Official code
- 28-03
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 4.2.4
- Inspector notes
- The FSC observed staff three drivers transporting students. All of the facility's drivers' files were missing the required training for transportation safety. 4.2.4 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 Departments Transportation Safety course or the Early Learning Floridas Precautions in Transporting Children course. Child care personnel working at a facility currently providing transportation must co ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 5, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 28 - Training Requirements SACCF Handbook, Section 4
- Official code
- 28-09
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- Child care personnel did not have an employment application on file. SACCF Handbook, Section 7.4, A
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, the FSC reviewed a new staff file that was incomplete in that there was no application for employment for that individual. 7.4 Personnel Records Records must be maintained and kept current on all child care personnel, as defined by section 402.302(3), F.S. These records shall be on-site, available for review by the School-Age Child Care Facility Handbook | P a g e 55 licensing authority and must include: A. A complete employment application with the required statement pursuant to section 402.3055(1)(b), F.S
- Correction status
- Due by March 12, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 37 - Personnel Records SACCF Handbook, Section 7.4
- Official code
- 37-02
Higher concern: Child guidance
- 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. SACCF Handbook, Section 7.4, C
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, the FSC reviewed three employee files that were missing the Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting documentation. 7.4 Personnel Records Records must be maintained and kept current on all child care personnel, as defined by section 402.302(3), F.S. These records shall be on-site, available for review by the licensing authority and must include: C. A signed CF-FSP Form 5337, Child Abuse &Neglect Reporting Requirements form. CF-FSP Form 5337 is incorporated by reference in paragraph 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
- Due by March 12, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 37 - Personnel Records SACCF Handbook, Section 7.4
- Official code
- 37-04
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The facility's driver did not have [An annual physical examination which grants medical approval to drive]. SACCF Handbook, Section 2.5.1
- Correction / follow-up note
- Counselor observed staff missing annual physical for driver. 2.5.1 Driver Requirements The driver of any vehicle used by a childcare program to provide transportation must have the following: A. A valid Florida drivers license including the proper endorsement. B. An annual physical examination which grants medical approval to drive, and valid certificate(s) of course completion for first aid training and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) procedures.
- Correction status
- Due by November 14, 2023
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 06 - Driver's License, Physician Certification & First Aid/CPR Training SACCF Handbook, Section 2.5.1 and SACCF Handbook, Section 7.4
- Official code
- 06-01
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- There was evidence that smoking occurred while children were in care in the facility, outdoor area, during a field trip or in a vehicle used to transport children. SACCF Handbook, Section 3.1, D
- Inspector notes
- Counselor observed staff members on property smoking. 3 Physical Environment 3.1 General Health and Safety Requirements E. Pursuant to Chapter 386.204, F.S., smoking is prohibited within the child care facility and in vehicles when being used to transport children. Smoking is prohibited in all outdoor areas, including on field trips, while children are in care. Owners/operators are to notify custodial parents and legal guardians, in writing, that smoking, including ecigarettes and vaping, is prohibited on the premises of the child care facility.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 13 - Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons SACCF Handbook, Section 3.1 and 3.2
- Official code
- 13-07
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facilitys emergency preparedness plan was incomplete in that it did not [conduct drills during the license year.]. SACCF Handbook, Section 3.8.5, A
- Inspector notes
- During the time of inspection, Counselor observed fire drill and emergency preparedness records that were incomplete facility will conduct drills and update documentation. 3.8.5 Emergency Preparedness A. The operator must develop a written emergency preparedness plan that includes, at a minimum, procedures to be taken by the facility during a fire, evacuation, relocation, shelter in place, lockdown, and inclement weather (for example: hurricanes, tropical storms or tornadoes), and to facilitate parent/guardian reunification onsite and offsite. The plan must describe how the facility will notify and update parents/guardians, as well as meet the needs of all children, including ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by November 14, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 21 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness SACCF Handbook, Section 3.8
- Official code
- 21-14
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- Documentation of Level 2 Clearinghouse screening clearance was missing for child care personnel. SACCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1, C
- Correction / follow-up note
- FSC reviewed employee files and MC has a Disqualifier in his BGS. FSC observed that MC is not cleared in background screening. The following TA was given from Section 7.4.1, C. A copy of the eligible results, for the Level 2 screening, generated from the Clearinghouse must be on record for each personnel. If awaiting Out-of-State criminal history results, a copy of the DCF email informing of the individuals eligibility for a provisional hire status must be in the personnel file. Corrective Action: The issue was resolved: FSC told MC/employee that he was not able to care for children due to his background screening not being cleared.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 38 - Background Screening Documents SACCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 and Section 5
- Official code
- 38-02
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 your current process for ensuring staff-to-child ratios are maintained during transportation?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from a February 2026 inspection show a finding where transportation staff-to-child ratios were not maintained. Asking about current procedures helps clarify how the center monitors these ratios during transit.
- Context
- A later inspection on 3/24/2026 did not note this issue.
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Finding-specific
What steps does the center take to verify the background screening status of all staff members who have contact with children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records indicate concerns regarding background screening documentation and compliance. This question helps parents understand how the center manages personnel records and ensures all staff are cleared for contact with children.
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Finding-specific
Could you describe the routine checks you perform to ensure that all transportation logs and vehicle safety equipment are in proper working order?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Official records show multiple findings related to transportation logs, vehicle alarms, and safety equipment over the past few years. This question allows the provider to explain their current maintenance and documentation practices.
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Finding-specific
How do you ensure that all staff members are fully trained in emergency procedures and fire safety protocols?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public inspection reports have noted instances where documentation of required staff training was missing. This question helps families understand the center's current approach to keeping staff certifications and training records up to date.
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Finding-specific
How do you keep parents informed about the center's emergency preparedness plans and the results of your monthly safety drills?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection reports mention past gaps in documenting fire drills and emergency preparedness plans. Asking about this helps parents understand how the center maintains safety readiness and communicates these efforts.
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