Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 1.67
- Local median
- 0.48
Seacoast Christian Academy, Inc.
861 Townsend Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32211
- License:
- C04DU1307
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 11, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, VPK, Food Served, Full Day
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 244
- License expiration:
- June 13, 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 inspectionMay 19, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMay 19, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 24 available inspections for Seacoast Christian Academy, Inc. from January 12, 2023 through May 19, 2026.
11 inspections recorded violations, with 40 recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on May 1, 2026 and involved hazardous access, with a due date of May 18, 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
- 24
- Recorded violations
- 40
- Higher-concern violations
- 21
- Repeated topics
- 3
6 in last 12 months
9 in last 12 months
4 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
24 total inspections vs 6 local median in 32211
Compared to 39 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 46%
- Local median
- 8%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 46%
- Local median
- 26%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 3
- 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.
Hazardous access
Appeared across 4 inspections, with 4 recorded violations.
January 31, 2024February 9, 2024August 29, 2025May 1, 2026Health or food records
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 6 recorded violations.
October 4, 2023January 31, 2024May 1, 2026Staff training
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 4 recorded violations.
October 4, 2023January 31, 2024May 1, 2026Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
- Report finding
- A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [6] children is required. A ratio of [3] child care personnel for [19] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- Licensing Specialist observed that the staff to child ration was out of compliance with 19 children to 3 staff members. (9 toddlers/ 10 two- year-olds) 3 staff members. Corrective action: The director removed (1) child to another classroom bringing ratio with the younger children on the playground area back into compliance with 18:3.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Ratio Sufficient
- Official code
- 03-01
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- Licensing Specialist observed that the fencing alongside the younger childrens playground measures at 3.5 inches and not at ground level. Corrective action: Per Provider will put high strength, no climb netting around the full fencing area down to ground level. 3.5 Outdoor Play Area F. 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 buildup to prevent inside and outside access by children or animals. Thes ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by May 18, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-06
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The base of the fence in the outdoor play area was not at ground level and could allow inside or outside access by children or animals. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, F (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- Licensing Specialist observed in the front playground area the base of the (Black Fence) is not all the way to the ground. Also, there was open space at the bottom of the (White fence) in the same playground area where an animal could access play area. Neither playground areas had a water keg and cups for children access while on the playground. The Playground area behind the childcare center has a lot of tree rubbish and limbs along the fence that needs to be removed and trimmed off of the fence. Corrective action: Per Provider will work on all noted concerns. 3.5 Outdoor Play Area F. The outdoor play area must have adequate fencing or walls a minimum of 4 feet in height. Fe ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by May 18, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-07
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Bedding and/or linens were not stored in a sanitary manner. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1, G & H (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- Licensing Specialist observed during renewal inspection that in all of the classrooms, the blankets and mats were wrapped together and not stored individually and separately. Corrective action: Per Provider will have all blankets washed and mats sanitized and stored separately. 3.6 Napping/Sleeping Requirements For the purposes of these requirements, sleeping refers to the normal night-time sleep cycle, while napping refers to a brief period of rest during daylight or early evening hours. 3.6.1 Bedding and Linens Each child in care must be provided safe and sanitary bedding to be used when napping or sleeping. Nap bedding is not required for school-age children; however, the ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by May 18, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 18 - Bedding and Linens
- Official code
- 18-12
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Child care personnel who completed ELFL health and safety modules did not complete additional DEL-approved health and safety training by required date. (Section 3.2.A.2.a. and 3.2.C Training Requirements, Page 7) [SR]
- Report comments
- Licensing Specialist reviewed transcript of (1) new staff member in Cares, (M.B.) hire date 1-26-26 has not completed required school readiness training. (2) School Readiness trainings that need to be completed: - Child Development in the School Readiness Program - Health and Nutrition in the School Readiness Program
- Correction status
- Due by May 29, 2026
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-17
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- (1) child has an expired immunization record. Corrective action: Per Provider will contact parent to get updated immunization record. 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 65C22.001(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 ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by May 18, 2026
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The Student Health Examination or equivalent health statement was not acceptable in that: [ It did not indicate the results of all components included in DH Form 3040]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- (1) child health physical was missing the date on the health physical form. Corrective action: Per Provider will contact parent to get updated health physical. 7.2 Student Health Records The childcare 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.
- Correction status
- Due by May 18, 2026
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
- Official code
- 42-02
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- Children in the outdoor play area were not adequately supervised in that [a child was left alone on the playground for approixmately 10 minutes while the classroom exited the playground area to return back to class.]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4.1, A (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- The incident occurred on 3-27-2026; however, was reported to Department of Children and Families licensing on 4-27-26. Corrective action: Staff member was terminated and is no longer employed at the daycare center. 2.4 Supervision 2.4.1 General Supervision Requirements A. Childcare personnel must position themselves in the outdoor play area so that all children can be observed and directly supervised.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
- Official code
- 04-04
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- A safety deficiency having a low potential for harm to the children in care was observed. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Licensing Specialist observed that inside one of the children's restrooms located in the eating dining area has a broken glass mirror on the wall that is reachable to the children and may cause harm if touched by a child. 3 Physical Environment Children are much more susceptible to the adverse effects of environmental factors, materials and toxicants. It is imperative that the childcare environment is conducive to the healthy development of children.
- Correction status
- Due by September 9, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-06
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- Harmful items including cleaning supplies, flammable products, poisonous, toxic, and hazardous materials were accessible to children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of reinspection, the FSC observed a cleaning supply closet located next to the girls bathroom in the near the VPK B classroom (Rm 117) that was ajar and had cleaning supplies that were on the floor and accessible to the children in care, The closet was not locked, there was no signage to keep the door closed, nor of the hazardous contents of the closet. 3.2 Toxic/Hazardous Material/Firearms/Weapons B. All potentially harmful items, including cleaning supplies, flammable products, poisonous, toxic, and hazardous materials, must be labeled and used according to manufacturers recommendation. These items, as well as knives, sharp tools, and other potentially dangerous ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 13 - Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons
- Official code
- 13-03
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- Harmful items including cleaning supplies, flammable products, poisonous, toxic, and hazardous materials were accessible to children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B (Section 10, number 4) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the FSC observed a closet located next to the girl's bathroom that was unlocked and cracked open. Inside of the closet the FSC saw cleaning supplies on the floor and shelves. This created a hazard to the children in that the supplies were at a reachable level for children and the door was left unlocked. 3.2 Toxic/Hazardous Material/Firearms/Weapons B. All potentially harmful items, including cleaning supplies, flammable products, poisonous, toxic, and hazardous materials, must be labeled and used according to manufacturers recommendation. These items, as well as knives, sharp tools, and other potentially dangerous hazards, must be stored in a locked ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 13 - Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons
- Official code
- 13-03
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- Emergency preparedness drills were not conducted when children were in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.5, B (Section 14.1, number 2) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, the FSC reviewed the Emergency Preparedness Drills log. This document showed that the last emergency preparedness drill was conducted on 9/22/22. 3.8.5 Emergency Preparedness B. Lockdown and inclement weather drills shall be conducted a minimum of one time each per operating year when children are in care and the documentation of these drills must be maintained for 12 months from the date of the drill. A lockdown or inclement weather drill may substitute for one monthly fire drill. Substitutions for fire drills may not occur more than three times within the licensure year. Documentation of this substitution must be maintained for 12 months from the ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by February 7, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-15
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 (Section 17.6, number 5) Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the FSC observed three cups in the Threes B classroom that did not have the student's name on them. 3.9.5 Food Handling 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. The provider made labels for the cups to bring this standard into compliance.
- 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
- 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
- Inspector notes
- The FSC observed two employees that had not completed the required training in classrooms without another teacher present. 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. Employees provided the FSC with confirmation of scheduled test dates. Provider will p ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by March 4, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-01
Higher concern: Medication
- Report finding
- The facilitys record for a child receiving medication was incomplete in that it did not include [documentation of when non prescription medications were administered to the student]. CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, F
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the FSC observed a medication in the Ones classroom that did not have documentation of when used by staff. 6.5 Medication Child care programs are not required to give medication; however, if a program chooses to do so, it must comply with the following requirements: F. The facility must maintain a record for each child receiving any medications that documents the full name of the child, the name of the medication, the date and time the medication was given, the amount and dosage, and the name and signature of the person who gave the medication. This record must be initialed or signed by the program personnel who gave the medication. The record must ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by February 7, 2024
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 40 - Medication
- Official code
- 40-12
Higher concern: Medication
- Report finding
- Medication which had expired or is no longer being administered was not discarded or returned to the custodial parent or legal guardian. CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, H (Section 16, number 8) Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the FSC observed expired nonprescription medication in the Ones and Twos classrooms. 6.5 Medication Child care programs are not required to give medication; however, if a program chooses to do so, it must comply with the following requirements: H. Medication that has expired or that is no longer being dispensed must be returned to the custodial parent or legal guardian or discarded. The medication was taken to the front desk to be returned to the parent(s) at pick up. Medication was placed at front desk to go home with parent(s) from the Twos classroom. In the Ones classroom medications were placed in students' bags to go home with parent(s) in the Ones classroom.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 40 - Medication
- Official code
- 40-17
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
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]
- Inspector notes
- Counselor observed several Bottles/Sippy cups brought from home without a label indicating child's first and last name. This standard was brought back into compliance at time of inspection by having Child Care personnel label all bottles/ sippy cups with child's fist and last name. Technical Assistance from Child Care Facility Handbook 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
- 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
- Inspector notes
- Counselor observed four child care personnel records who have not completed their 40-hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement within the required time frame. Counselor has given provider until 11/4/2023 to bring this standard back into compliance by providing counselor with documentation of records demonstrating completion of DCF 45 hours of training for child care personnel on supplemental page. Technical Assistance from Child care Facility Handbook: 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 ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by November 4, 2023
More details
- Report section
- 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
- Inspector notes
- Counselor observed one child care personnel's file missing the required course for safe sleep practices and shaken baby syndrome. Counselor has given provider until 10/16/2023 to bring this standard back into compliance by providing counselor with documentation of records demonstrating completion of required safe sleep training for child care personnel on supplemental page. Technical Assistance from Child care Facility Handbook: 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; recogni ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by October 16, 2023
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-09
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
- Counselor observed 8 children's immunization records that were expired. Counselor has given provider until 10/16/2023 to bring this standard back into compliance by providing counselor with documentation of updated shot records for children on supplemental page. Technical Assistance from Child care Facility Handbook: 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
- Correction status
- Due by October 16, 2023
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]
- Inspector notes
- Counselor observed two expired Student Health Examination. Counselor has given provider until 10/16/2023 to bring this standard back into compliance by providing counselor with documentation of updated Student Health Examination records for children on supplemental page. Technical Assistance from Child care Facility Handbook: 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 profess ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by October 16, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
- Official code
- 42-02
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]
- Inspector notes
- Counselor observed a 5131 that had not been completed. Form was missing employees SSN, D.O.B and employment date. This standard was brought back into compliance at time of inspection by having provider completely fill out 5131 form for child care personnel. Technical Assistance from Child care facility Handbook 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.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-01
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- Attendance records did not include the time of each childs arrival and departure. CCF Handbook, Section 7.5 Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Counselor observed three attendance logs with missing times recording child's arrival and departure. This standard was brought into compliance by having staff members update attendance log. Technical Assistance from Child Care Facility Handbook 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. A. Attendance devices used for the purposes of tracking attendance may be used, but personnel must ensure the accuracy of the documented attendance. Each classroom must have an attendance sheet/class roster for the group of children occupying that space ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 46 - Daily Attendance
- Official code
- 46-02
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- During the facility's operating hours, an activity occurred in a portion of the building which endangered the health and/or safety of children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- Counselor received a complaint on 6/21/2023, stating the facility had a flooring contractor stripping or waxing the floors. Infants remained in the building despite there being strong fumes. Large amounts of water were visible on the floor and classroom furniture stacked in the hallway blocking part of the emergency exit door at the end of the hallway. Counselor interviewed 7 people and has determined based on eye-witness testimony that the facility had an activity (waxing and stripping of floors), during the facility's operating hours, endangering the health and/or safety of the children in care. Witnesses say the classroom furniture was stacked high, all the way down the ri ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-10
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- Exit areas were not clear in accordance with fire safety regulations. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.3 Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Counselor spoke to several staff members about the events that occurred on 6/13/2023. Staff members confirmed that the fire emergency exit door at the end of the hallway, near room #7 (the room that was being worked on), was blocked by classroom furniture that was removed from room #7 and placed in the hallway, stacked high by the contractor. Technical assistance was given to the facility concerning exit areas. This was resolved when the director and staff took the furniture down and placed it back in the classroom. 3.8.3 Exit Areas The exits must be clearly marked, identifying the path to safety in case of an emergency, at all times during the operation of the child care fac ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-22
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]
- Report comments
- Counselor had no record of the contractor or a file available for review at the facility. Counselor was told over the phone on 7/21/2023 that the contractor has not returned to the facility to finish the job. After the complaint came in, he was told not to go to the facility. He has not returned since the date of the incident on 6/13/2023. Technical assistance was given to the provider on Background and screening requirements. This standard was resolved by not allowing the contractor to return to the facility. 7.4.1 Background Screening Documents Background screening documentation must be maintained for all child care personnel as defined by Section 402.302(3), F.S., which in ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-01
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- The attendance roster did not accompany the group of children in that [they were dropped off in the cafeteria, then brought into the classrooms and signed in.].CCF Handbook, Section 7.5, A
- Report comments
- Counselor has spoken to the staff and families during the interviewing process. Counselor has determined that ample evidence from testimonial, states the children were taken and or sent to the cafeteria during the morning drop off due to the floor contractor working in the building. Per the director, the children gathered in the cafeteria as they normally do for breakfast and then were transferred adjacent into the preschool building. When the counselor asked for the sign in sheets from the children that were in the cafeteria, counselor was told that the children were signed in after the transfer and when they entered the other building and into their class Counselor gave tec ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 46 - Daily Attendance
- Official code
- 46-07
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- The facility did not have current vaccination records for the pet observed. Vaccinations are available for this type of animal. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, C Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- No onsite reinspection was conducted. Documentation was received by provider via e-mail on 2/21/2023 regarding that the cat was still present on the premises of the facility and has not received current vaccination records for the cat. The provider stated that that a former staff member was going to come pick up the cat but has not done so as of reinspection date. Documentation were kept on file. Counselor gave technical assistance from the Child Care Facility Handbook: 3.1 General Health and Safety Requirements C. Animals must be properly vaccinated (if a vaccination is available for the specific animal), free from disease, and clean. Animals that are poisonous, venomous, ag ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by March 6, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-11
Higher concern: Medication
- Report finding
- Written directions on the prescription label, the manufacturers label or from the childs doctor for dispensing prescription or non- prescription medication were not followed in that [child #1's prescription directions do not match the medication form directions]. CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, C
- Inspector notes
- No onsite reinspection was conducted. Documentation was submitted via e-mail on 2/20/2023 by provider to counselor. Counselor observed photographic evidence of child #1's prescription label to state to "Give (name) child #1 5 ML by mouth every morning and every day at noon (12 PM)." Counselor observed the medication form to state that child #1 be given 2.5 ML as the dosage, 30 minutes before lunch. Documentation was kept on file. Counselor gave technical assistance during inspection from Child Care Facility Handbook: 6.5 Medication Child care programs are not required to give medication; however, if a program chooses to do so, it must comply with the following requirements: C ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by March 6, 2023
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 40 - Medication
- Official code
- 40-06
Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
- Report finding
- A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [11] children is required. A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [12] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Counselors observed the following ratio during inspection: Infants- 2 staff; 5 children, 3 years old- 1 staff; 11 children Mixed age group of 3 and 4 years old- 2 staff; 11 children (There were 3- 4 years old and 7- 4 years old) Mixed age group of 4 and 4 years old- 2 staff; 15 children (There were 8- 4 years old and 7- 5 years old) 1 years old- 2 staff; 10 children, 2 years old- 2 staff; 10 children Mixed age group of 4 and 5 years old- 2 staff; 14 children (There were 6- 4 years old and 8- 5 years old) Mixed age group of 4 and 5 years old- 2 staff; 12 children (There were 4- 4 years old and 8- 5 years old) Mixed age group of 2 and 3 years old- 1 staff; 12 children (There we ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Ratio Sufficient
- Official code
- 03-01
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The facility did not secure written permission either in the form of a general permission or an individual permission slip prior to each field trip activity from the custodial parent or legal guardian. CCF Handbook, Section 2.7, C General Requirements [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- Counselor observed the class to be walking with an age appropriate ring holding rope around the outside of the facilitys building. The class walked in an oval motion around the inner asphalt road of the campus, onto the sidewalk and back to the facilitys outside door building. Counselors, staff member ,CM, and the 12 children walked to the outside of the facilitys building, next to their fenced in outdoor playground Counselor gave technical assistance from the Child Care Facility Handbook: 2.7 Field Trip Activities C. Written parental permission must be obtained in the form of a general or event-specific permission slip. Corrective Action: Provider is to obtain field trip per ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 12, 2023
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 10 - Field Trip Permission
- Official code
- 10-03
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- The facility did not have current vaccination records for the pet observed. Vaccinations are available for this type of animal. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, C (Section 10, number 9) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Counselor observed 1 cat present on one of the outside play areas between one of the child care facility buildings and the cafeteria during inspection. The facility has posted that there is a cat present on the premises, however counselor could not observe any vaccination records present for the cat during the inspection due to the records not being on file. Counselor gave technical assistance from the Child Care Facility Handbook: 3.1 General Health and Safety Requirements C. Animals must be properly vaccinated (if a vaccination is available for the specific animal), free from disease, and clean. Animals that are poisonous, venomous, aggressive, or pose a potential threat of ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by February 20, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-11
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
- Inspector notes
- Counselor observed one staff member with employment date of 9/19/2022 at the facility and in the child care industry. Counselor observed the one staff members training transcript and the staff member did not begin the 40 hour introductory child care training courses until 12/22/2022. Counselor gave technical assistance from the Child Care Facility Handbook: 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 ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-03
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]
- Inspector notes
- Counselor observed one staff member with employment date of 9/19/2022 at the facility and in the child care industry. Counselor observed the one staff members training transcript and the school readiness training courses were not completed until 12/23/2022. Counselor gave technical assistance from the School Readiness Handbook for Licensed Facility's: 18.1 Pre-service Timeframe All pre-service training requirements listed below must be completed by all program personnel, volunteers and substitutes, each as defined in this handbook, within 90 days of initial employment with any provider participating in the school readiness program. This timeframe does not start over if person ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-13
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
- Correction / follow-up note
- Counselor was notified via e-mail on 2/5/2023 that as of 2/3/2023, the facility no longer has an active credentialed director for the facility. The facility was placed on a provisional license for 6 months to obtain an active credentialed director for the facility as of 2/4/2023. Counselor gave technical assistance from the Child Care Facility Handbook: 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 ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by August 4, 2023
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- Report section
- TRAINING - 34 - Credentialed Staff
- Official code
- 34-04
Higher concern: Medication
- Report finding
- A prescription or non-prescription medication, specifically [diaper creams; Boudreaux's Buttpaste, Destin, Parent's Choice, A&D & Aquaphor], was dispensed without written authorization from the custodial parent or legal guardian. CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, A and K (Section 16, number 1) Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Counselor observed 6 children who were did not have parent or legal guardians signature for diaper creams; Boudreaux's Buttpaste, Destin, Parent's Choice, A&D & Aquaphor to be administered. Counselor observed 3 children that did not have a medication form on file during inspection for diaper creams. Counselor gave technical assistance from the Child Care Facility Handbook: 6.5 Medication Child care programs are not required to give medication; however, if a program chooses to do so, it must comply with the following requirements: A. The child care program must have written authorization from the custodial parent or legal guardian to give prescription and non- prescription med ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by February 20, 2023
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 40 - Medication
- Official code
- 40-01
Higher concern: Medication
- Report finding
- Written directions on the prescription label, the manufacturers label or from the childs doctor for dispensing prescription or non- prescription medication were not followed in that [The medication did not contain any prescription infomation on the medication bottle and no other prescription directions were present]. CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, C
- Inspector notes
- Counselor observed one child's medication bottle that had a clear white label on the bottle and a medicine plastic syringe in a gallon zip block bag. Counselor observed the medication white label very closely and could observe that there very faintly and very faded, black ink present, however the label was not legible to read. The facility has continued to give the child the medication based on what was written the medication by the parent. Counselor gave technical assistance during inspection from Child Care Facility Handbook: 6.5 Medication Child care programs are not required to give medication; however, if a program chooses to do so, it must comply with the following requ ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by February 20, 2023
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 40 - Medication
- Official code
- 40-06
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The facility failed to maintain written documentation for the number of hours a volunteer worked. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, F
- Inspector notes
- Counselor could observe 5 volunteers written documentation for the number of hours worked due to the record not being on file during inspection. Counselor gave technical assistance from the Child Care Facility Handbook: 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.c ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by February 20, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-06
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- An employment history verification was not documented and on file. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, D
- Inspector notes
- Counselor observed 5 staff members 5 year employment history forms that were not completed at all (no 5 year employment history or reference checks) or did not have a full 5 year employment history and reference checks on file during inspection. Counselor gave technical assistance during inspection from Child Care Facility: 5.1 Initial Screening D. The employer/owner/operator must conduct employment history checks, including documented attempts to contact each employer that employed the individual within the preceding five years, and documentation of the findings. Documentation must include the applicants job title and description of his/her regular duties, confirmation of em ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by February 20, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-04
Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
- Report finding
- A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [6] children is required. A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [14] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Counselor determined through evidence and testimony that on 1/9/2023, the facility had 1 staff member caring for a total of 14 children with a mixed age group of 1,2,3,4 and 5 years old starting at 6:49 AM until 7:23 AM when a second staff member arrived. Upon arrival to the facility, counselor observed the following ratio: 2 years old- 2 staff; 13 children • 2 years old- 2 staff;11 children • Infants- 6 staff (3 child care personnel and 3 volunteers) 7 children • Mixed 3 and 4 years old- 1 staff; 12 children ( There were 3- 3 years old and 9- 4 years old) • Mixed age group of 4 and 5 years old- 2 staff; 14 children (There were 8- 4 years old and 6- 5 years old) • Mixed age g ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Ratio Sufficient
- Official code
- 03-01
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 does the center take to ensure that outdoor play areas are secure and that fencing remains in good condition?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records show that an inspection in May 2026 identified gaps in the outdoor fencing that could allow children to exit the play area.
- Context
- The provider was required to make corrections by May 18, 2026.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How does the leadership team monitor classroom staffing levels throughout the day to ensure ratio requirements are consistently met?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from May 2026 noted an instance where the number of children exceeded the required staff-to-child ratio.
- Context
- The situation was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
Could you describe the supervision procedures currently in place to ensure children are always observed, especially during transitions like moving from the playground to the classroom?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an April 2026 inspection report mention a concern regarding the supervision of a child during a transition from the outdoor play area.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your process for ensuring that all cleaning supplies and other hazardous materials are stored securely and kept out of reach of children at all times?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records from multiple dates show repeated findings where hazardous materials were found to be accessible to children in care.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you track and verify that all staff members have completed their required training and certifications on time?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Official inspection reports from 2023 through 2026 indicate repeated instances where documentation for staff training requirements was missing or incomplete.
Related violations