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Dreams Come True Learning Cntr Inc.

4854 Appleton Ave, Jacksonville, FL 32210

License:
C04DU1372
Type:
Child Care Facility
Status:
Licensed
Records checked:
July 11, 2026
Additional info
Programs and services:
School Readiness, After School, Before School, Drop In, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care
Hours:
Mon-Fri: 6:00AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
Capacity:
25
License expiration:
December 16, 2026
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 20, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsNovember 10, 2025

Summary

This summary covers 20 available inspections for Dreams Come True Learning Cntr Inc. from March 21, 2023 through March 20, 2026.

10 inspections recorded violations, with 22 recorded violations in total.

The most recent higher-concern violation was on March 20, 2026 and involved staff-to-child ratio.

Supervision was a higher-concern topic that showed up in four inspections.

The available reports do not include a later inspection with no recorded violations after that violation.

At a glance

Total inspections
20

4 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
22

4 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
12

2 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
5

Last 36 months

Local comparison

20 total inspections vs 11 local median in 32210

Compared to 64 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
1.1
Local median
0.17

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
35%
Local median
8%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
50%
Local median
9%

Repeated topics

This provider
5
Local average
0.36

Repeated topics

Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.

Inspection history

Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.

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Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
Report finding
A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [6 one year old ] children is required. A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [17 mixed age children from ages 1-years-old to 10-years-old.] 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 mixed classroom was out of ratio. Infant Classroom (1) 9-month-old: 1 Staff member Mixed Classroom - (3) one-year-old, (4) two-year-olds, (2) three-year-olds, (4) four-year-olds, (2) five-year-olds, (1) eight-year-old, (1) ten year-old with (1) STAFF MEMBER. 17 mixed aged children:1 staff member. Total - 18:2 Per staff member J.W. stated another staff member had an emergency and will return back to the center. Corrective action: Staff member C.M. did return to the center and took (3) 1-year-olds and (2) 2-year-olds to another classroom. s.402.305 (4) (4) STAFF-TO-CHILDREN RATIO (a) Minimum standards for the care of children in a licensed ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Ratio Sufficient
Official code
03-01
Higher concern: Supervision
Report finding
Supervision of children in the [Mixed age group classroom] group was inadequate in that [all children where not in eye range of the staff member.]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
Licensing Specialist observed that the mixed age group classroom with children ranging from ages 1-years-old to 10 years of age and 1 staff member totaling a ratio of 17:1, did not have direct supervision of all children in the classroom, whereas (2) children were running around in the kitchen area and not being supervised and a10-year-old and 2 smaller children were in the classroom across the hallway from the mixed age classroom where the staff member was where going in and out of the classroom. The Owner/Director was not at the center during the reinspection. Mixed Classroom - (3) one-year-old, (4) two-year-olds, (2) three-year-old, (4) four-year-olds, (2) five-year-olds, ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
Official code
04-01
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Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The facilitys outdoor play area contained litter, nails, glass or other hazards that posed a low potential for harm to children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
Licensing Specialist observed nails sticking out of the wooden fence and small open spaces in the fence. Corrective action: Per provider will have maintenance complete all repairs needed and have exposed nails removed. 3.5 Outdoor Play Area A. The outdoor play area must be clean and free from litter, nails, glass and other hazards.
Correction status
Due by March 18, 2026
More details
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
Official code
17-01
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 [the play equipment had mold, unclean and some with broken pieces.]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B and F (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
Licensing Specialist observed that some of the play equipment was molded and un-sanitized and broken. Corrective action: Per Provider will remove all broken play equipment and will clean and sanitize all play equipment and remove broken pieces. 3.12 Outdoor Equipment B. All playground equipment must be securely anchored, unless portable or stationary by design, in good repair, maintained in safe and sanitary condition, and placed to ensure safe use by the children. Maintenance must include inspections conducted every month of all supports above and below the ground and of all connectors and moving parts. Documentation of maintenance inspections must be maintained for 12 months.
Correction status
Due by March 18, 2026
More details
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SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
Official code
32-03
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Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The facilitys outdoor play area contained litter, nails, glass or other hazards that posed a low potential for harm to children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
Licensing Specialist observed that one of the boards on the fencing area is broken and need to be repaired. Technical Assistance provided. Per Provider will contact maintenance. 3.5 Outdoor Play Area A. The outdoor play area must be clean and free from litter, nails, glass and other hazards.
Correction status
Due by July 15, 2025
More details
Report section
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
Official code
17-01
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 training in Cares system (2) staff members have not completed school readiness training. Technical assistance provided. Important School Readiness Updates: Due to changes in federal regulations, there are new health and safety training requirements for all childcare personnel employed at a contracted School Readiness (SR) program site. For compliance, all personnel who directly supervise children must successfully complete mandated health and safety training. By June 30, 2024, all current SR childcare personnel must complete two new health and safety courses: Health and Nutrition in the School Readiness Program and Safety Practices in the School ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by July 16, 2025
More details
Report section
TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-17
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
Licensing Specialist reviewed training in Cares system. Center on Provisional license status due to director credentials expired 6-10-25. Technical assistance provided. 4.7.2 Director Credential Renewal A. To maintain an active Director Credential at either level, candidates must complete the renewal section of the CF-FSP Form 5290, Florida Child Care and Education Program Director Credential and Renewal Application, which may be obtained from the Departments website at www.myflfamilies.com/childcare. B. A Director Credential renewal, as documented on the Departments training transcript is active for five years from the date of issuance. The completed renewal application, inc ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by January 10, 2026
More details
Report section
TRAINING - 34 - Credentialed Staff
Official code
34-04
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
Report finding
There were no daily attendance records or they were unavailable for review by the licensing authority. CCF Handbook, Section 7, B.4 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
Inspector notes
Licensing Specialist observed that none of the staff members had daily attendance roasters in the classrooms. Technical assistance provided. 7 Record Keeping Each of the records described in this section must be maintained at the program location and must be available during the hours of operation for review by the licensing authority: B. The following is a list of documentation that is required to be at the facility for review by the licensing authority: 4. Daily attendance of children records must be maintained for a minimum of 12 months. ENFORCEMENT
Correction status
Due by July 16, 2025
More details
Report section
RECORD KEEPING - 46 - Daily Attendance
Official code
46-01
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Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
Report finding
A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [4] children is required. A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [7] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
Licensing Specialist observed center out of ratio in infant classroom during reinspection. Infant classroom: (1) 3-month-old/ (1) 11-month-old/ (1) 1-year-old/ (4) 2-year-olds - 7:1 Mixed Classroom - (3) 2-year-olds/ (1) 3-year-old/ (3) 4-year-olds - 7:1Total: 14:2 Center brought back in compliance once Director returned to center. 14:3 2.3 Ratios The staff-to-child ratio, as established in Section 402.305(4), F.S., is based on primary responsibility for the direct supervision of children and applies at all times while children are in care. 2.3.1 Mixed Age Groups A. In groups of mixed age ranges, where children under one year of age are included, one childcare personnel must ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Ratio Sufficient
Official code
03-01
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Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
Report finding
A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [4 infant] children is required. A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [5 mixed age] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
Licensing Specialist observed the following ratio during inspection. The owner/director was not at the center at the time inspection started, however returned before inspection was completed. Infant classroom: (5) children (1) staff: ages- 2 infants/ (2) 1-year-olds/ (1) 2-year-old Mixed classroom: (9) children (1) staff: ages- (6) 4-year-olds/ (2) 2-year-olds/ (1) 3-year-old Technical assistance was given. 2.3 Ratios The staff-to-child ratio, as established in Section 402.305(4), F.S., is based on primary responsibility for the direct supervision of children and applies at all times while children are in care. 2.3.1 Mixed Age Groups A. In groups of mixed age ranges, where ch ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Ratio Sufficient
Official code
03-01
Higher concern: Supervision
Report finding
Child care personnel were not within sight and hearing of all the children during nap time. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4.2 (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
Licensing Specialist observed during naptime (2) children ages 4 were napping in a separate room than the other 7 children across the hallway from another classroom. Technical assistance was provided and staff positioned herself where she could observe and hear the (2) children that were napping in the other room. 2.4 Supervision 2.4.2 Nap time Supervision During nap time, childcare personnel must be within sight and hearing of all the children. All other childcare personnel required to meet the staff-to-child ratio must be within the building on the same floor and available to be summoned if needed to ensure the safety of the children. Nap time supervision does not apply to ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
Official code
04-05
Higher concern: Hazardous access
Report finding
An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
Licensing Specialist observed that the sink in the children's restroom was filled with unclean water. Technical assistance provided. Per Provider the sink is stopped up right now but will be getting repaired. In the meantime, the children will wash their hands in the sink in the dining room area. 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. 3.1 General Health and Safety Requirements A. All childcare facilities must be clean, in good repair, free from health and safety hazards and from eviden ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by March 26, 2025
More details
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
Official code
12-02
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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 (Section 10, number 1) Physical Environment [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
The 3 year old classroom had areas of paint peeling off of the walls. 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. Documentation of the indoor play area inspection must be maintained for 12 months. B. It is the responsibility of the director/operator to ensure all areas and ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by November 20, 2023
More details
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
Official code
12-02
Low concern: Administrative posting
Report finding
The facility failed to maintain documentation of meal and snack menus for at least 12 months. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, H and Section 7, B.13.
Inspector notes
The facility did not have documentation of a menu. Director stated that she did not know she still needed a menu once she is no longer on the food program. H. Meal and snack menus must be planned, written, dated, and posted at the beginning of each week in an easily seen place, accessible to the parents/guardians. Any menu substitutions must be noted on the menu. A generalized menu of possible snack choices for programs that receive food donations is acceptable. All meals and snacks prepared outside of the facilitys kitchen or designated food preparation area, such as catered food, must be listed along with the source. Daily meal and snack menus must be maintained for a minim ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by November 20, 2023
More details
Report section
FOOD AND NUTRITION - 26 - Meal and Snack Menus
Official code
26-02
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
Staff member listed on supplemental was hired on 04/05/23, did not start beginning training within 90 days of hired. Training was not started until October 21, 2023. This was corrected at the time of inspection, training has been started. 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 ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-03
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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]
Correction / follow-up note
Counselor observed that the playground fencing was not attached to the fencing posts or other fence panels in several places and the fence panels had gaps larger than 3 1/2 inches. Corrective action will be for the fencing to be connected to all posts and panels and there to be no gaps between any of the fence posts or panels by the due date. (HANDBOOK) 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 buil ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by August 8, 2023
More details
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
Official code
17-06
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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
Correction / follow-up note
Counselor verified on the DCF Training Website that staff member (LG) has not completed the required 40 Hour Child Care Training Courses. This same staff member was cited on 12/13/2022 and 4/5/2023 for this same non-compliance of the standard. Corrective action will be for the staff to complete the required 40 Hour Child Care Training courses by the due date and notify the Counselor of the completion. This was an in office report and no onsite inspection took place. **Until the corrective action is complete, the staff member can not be alone in the classroom with children. A fully trained staff member must be present in the classroom anytime the untrained staff member is in t ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by June 12, 2023
More details
Report section
TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-01
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Higher concern: Hazardous access
Report finding
Knives and/or sharp tools were accessible to children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B Physical Environment [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
Counselor observed a knife on the kitchen counter during the walk through of the facility. A school age child had walked into the kitchen before the Counselor and then she returned to her class. Corrective action was to remove the knife from the counter at time of inspection. (Handbook) 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 area or must be inaccessible and out of a childs reach at all times.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 13 - Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons
Official code
13-04
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. CCF Handbook Section 4.2.1
Correction / follow-up note
Counselor found that a staff member has not completed her required 40 Hour training and was in charge of a class of children. The facility was previously cited on 12/13/2022 for the same staff member. At that time, the staff member was removed from the classroom and reassigned to "Other Personnel" to bring the facility back into compliance. Corrective action for this citation is for the staff member to complete the required 40 hr training by the due date. Until the corrective action is completed, the staff member can not be in the classroom alone with children. A fully trained staff member must be present in the classroom any time the untrained staff member is in the classroo ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by May 5, 2023
More details
Report section
TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-01
Higher concern: Supervision
Report finding
The facility did not have at least one child care personnel with current and valid pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation certification present during all hours of operation. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4, A Health Requirements [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
Counselor reviewed all staff files and no staff at the facility at the time of inspection were certified in CPR. There were 3 staff with 12 children in care at the time of the inspection. Corrective action for this standard is for staff to get certified in CPR by the due date to meet the staff to child ratio requirements revised on 12/31/2021. Provider will submit documentation of CPR/FA for staff members via email by 4/20/2023. (Handbook) B: By December 31, 2021, the facility shall maintain the following number of child care personnel with the CPR certification and first aid training that are on site at the facility at all times children are in care. For child care personnel ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by April 20, 2023
More details
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 36 - CPR Requirements
Official code
36-01
Higher concern: Supervision
Report finding
The facility did not have at least one child care personnel with current and valid certificate of course completion for first aid training present at all times that children are in care. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4, A Health Requirements [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
Counselor reviewed all staff files and no staff at the facility at the time of inspection were certified in first aid. There were 3 staff with 12 children in care at the time of the inspection. Corrective action for this standard is for additional staff to get certified in first aid by the due date to meet the staff to child ratio requirements revised on 12/31/2021. (Handbook) B: By December 31, 2021, the facility shall maintain the following number of child care personnel with the CPR certification and first aid training that are on site at the facility at all times children are in care. For child care personnel to count to meet requirement in the below chart, they shall be ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by April 20, 2023
More details
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PERSONNEL - 37 - First Aid Requirements
Official code
37-01
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Higher concern: Supervision
Report finding
A child was left without child care personnel supervision inside or outside the facility, in a vehicle, or at a field trip location away from the facility. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4.1, B General Requirements [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
Per provider BL and staff/employee CW, a child was left without supervision inside the childcare facility causing a child to be injured. Family Service Counselor (FSC) provided TA from the Handbook in Section 2.4.1, B that states the following: Childcare personnel must be assigned to provide direct supervision to a specific group of children and be with that group of children at all times. Children must never be left without childcare personnel supervision inside or outside the facility, in a vehicle, or at a field trip location. Corrective Action: The action was immediately corrected by childcare staff returning to her classroom where the 1yr old children were located; there ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
Official code
04-10

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 tell me about the current procedures in place to ensure that staff-to-child ratios are consistently maintained throughout the day?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records show multiple instances where staff-to-child ratios were not met during inspections, including a recent report from March 2026. Asking about current procedures helps clarify how the center manages staffing levels to ensure every child is properly supervised.
Context
Correction was completed at the time of the March 2026 inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific

What steps are taken to ensure that children are always within the direct line of sight of their teachers?

Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from March 2026 noted a concern regarding the supervision of children in a mixed-age classroom. This question allows the director to explain the current classroom layout and supervision strategies used to keep children safe and visible.
Context
Correction was completed at the time of the March 2026 inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific

How does the center handle daily attendance tracking to ensure all children are accounted for at all times?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records from July 2025 indicate a finding where daily attendance rosters were not available in the classrooms. Understanding the current system for tracking attendance helps parents feel confident that the center maintains accurate records for every child.
Related violations
Finding-specific

Could you describe your process for regular facility maintenance and how you address potential safety hazards?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from 2023 and 2025 have documented concerns regarding facility repairs, such as plumbing and fencing. Asking about the current maintenance schedule provides insight into how the center proactively identifies and fixes environmental issues.
Related violations
Finding-specific

What is your approach to ensuring all staff members are up to date with their required training and professional credentials?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records from 2023 and 2025 show instances where staff training or director credentials were not fully up to date. This question helps parents understand how the center manages ongoing professional development and compliance for its team.
Related violations