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Moonbow Child

14797 Philips Hwy Ste 301, Jacksonville, FL 32256

License:
C04DU1474
Type:
Child Care Facility
Status:
Licensed
Records checked:
July 11, 2026
Additional info
Programs and services:
VPK, After School, Drop In, Full Day, Half Day
Hours:
Mon-Fri: 8:30AM to 4:15PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
Capacity:
75
License expiration:
August 10, 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 26, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsFebruary 17, 2026

Summary

This summary covers 15 available inspections for Moonbow Child from August 11, 2023 through March 26, 2026.

Six inspections recorded violations, with 24 recorded violations in total.

The most recent higher-concern violation was on March 26, 2026 and involved background screening.

That higher-concern topic showed up in three inspections.

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

At a glance

Total inspections
15

5 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
24

11 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
7

5 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
4

Last 36 months

Local comparison

15 total inspections vs 11.5 local median in 32256

Compared to 18 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
1.6
Local median
0.79

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
33%
Local median
25%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
40%
Local median
33%

Repeated topics

This provider
4
Local average
1.56

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: Background screening
Report finding
Documentation of Level 2 Clearinghouse screening clearance was missing for child care personnel. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1,C
Inspector notes
Licensing Specialist observed 3 staff members that did not have background screening clearance eligibility status letters prior to their employment date. Licensing Specialist gave technical assistance from the Child Care Facility Handbook: 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 includes household members if the facility is located in or adjacent to the home of the operator. Background screening documentation must be on-site and available for the licensing authority to review. C. A copy of the eligible results, for the Level 2 screening, generated from ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
Official code
45-02
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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
Inspector notes
Licensing Specialist observed that one staff member with child care industry start date of 2/16/2024, began the 40 hour introductory child care training courses on 4/8/2024, with an employment date at the facility of 8/11/2025, did not complete the 40 hour introductory child care training courses as of inspection date. Licensing Specialist gave technical assistance from the Child Care Facility Handbook: 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 bette ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by February 16, 2026
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TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-01
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
The facility did not have documentation to show completion of a Department approved five-hour early literacy and language development course for child care personnel within 12 months of date of employment in child care industry and/or the early literacy course documentation was not uploaded in the Florida Pathways/Registry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.2 and 4.5, C
Inspector notes
Licensing Specialist observed that one staff member with child care industry start date of 2/16/2024 and an employment date at the facility of 8/11/2025, did not complete the early literacy training course as of inspection date. Licensing Specialist gave technical assistance from the Child Care Facility Handbook: 4.2.2 Early Literacy Training Pursuant to Section 402.305(2)(e)5., F.S., all child care personnel must complete a single course of training in early literacy and language development of children ages birth through five years that is a minimum of five clock hours or .5 CEUs. Early literacy training must be completed within 12 months of date of employment in the child ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by February 16, 2026
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TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-06
Higher concern: Background screening
Report finding
Background screening was not completed: [ after a 90-day break in service.] CCF Handbook, Section 5.2
Report comments
One staff member became employed in the child care industry on 2/16/2024 and left the child care industry on 2/21/2025. The one staff member became employed at the facility on 8/11/2025 and had a background screening clearance letter eligibility date of 2/19/2024. The one staff member had a 90 day break in-service. Licensing Specialist gave technical assistance from the Child Care Facility Handbook: 5.2 Re-Screening A screening conducted under this rule is valid for five years, at which time a re-screen must be conducted in the same manner as the initial screening. C. Child care personnel must be re-screened following a break in employment in the child care industry that exce ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
Official code
45-07
Higher concern: Supervision
Report finding
The facility provided a water activity using a swimming pool that exceeds three feet in depth or a beach or lake area and did not have a person with a certified lifeguard certification or equivalent present. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4.5 A and B
Inspector notes
Licensing Specialist observed documentation of one swim instructors certificates authorizing her as a swim instructor. Turtle Cove Swim Academy has a pool that is deeper than 3 feet in depth. Licensing Specialist did not observe that Turtle Cove Swim Academy had a Lifeguard present during walking field trips. Licensing Specialist gave technical assistance from the Child Care Facility Handbook: 2.4.5 Water Activity Supervision If a facility uses a swimming pool on site or during a field trip that is more than three feet deep or uses beach or lake areas for water activities, the following requirements must be met: A. There must be at least one certified lifeguard present and on ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by July 25, 2025
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
Official code
04-13
Higher concern: Supervision
Report finding
A child was released to an unknown or unrelated individual in a manner not authorized in writing by the custodial parent(s) or legal guardian(s).CCF Handbook, Section 2.4.1, E
Report comments
Two children were released to go on a walking field trip with an individual that was not authorized, not background screened & alone with the two children from the facility to Turtle Cove Swim Academy to go swimming, completed swim lessons and then went from Turtle Cove Swim Academy back to the facility with just this individual. There was no personnel or secondary personnel present at anytime during the field. Parents were not aware that child care personnel were not present during the walking field trips. Licensing Specialist gave technical assistance from the Child Care Facility Handbook: 2.4.1 General Supervision Requirements E. A program is responsible for the supervisio ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by July 25, 2025
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
Official code
04-30
Higher concern: Transportation
Report finding
The facility did not maintain a log for all children being transported in a vehicle. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.2 A
Inspector notes
Licensing Specialist could not observe transportation logs for a walking field trip from the childcare facility to Turtle Cove Swim Academy during inspection due to the transportation logs not being completed. Licensing Specialist gave technical assistance from the Child Care Facility Handbook: 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 ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by July 25, 2025
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 05 - Transportation
Official code
05-02
Low concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
The facility failed to post, in a conspicuous location, the date, time and location of a planned field trip at least two working days prior to the trip. CCF Handbook, Section 2.7, B
Correction / follow-up note
Licensing Specialist observed the field trip permission forms for 2 children during inspection, however the field trip forms were missing the date(s) & times (specifically arrival back to the facility) the field trip was occurring. Licensing Specialist gave technical assistance from the Child Care Facility Handbook: 2.7 Field Trip Activities B. The date, time, and location of the field trip must be posted in an easily seen location at least two working days prior to each field trip. Corrective Action: Provider is to submit a written statement via e-mail to Licensing Specialist that the facility is no longer conducted the walking field trip to Turtle Cove Swim Academy.
Correction status
Due by July 25, 2025
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 10 - Field Trip Permission
Official code
10-02
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
A safety deficiency having a low potential for harm to the children in care was observed. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1
Inspector notes
Licensing Specialist observed the Mixed age group of 2 & 3 year old class with 2 staff members & 8 children walking to the outdoor playground area upon arrival of inspection. The facility has an outdoor safety plan in place to ensure that the children are safely walking from the facility to the outdoor play area. Licensing specialist observed that the outdoor safety plan was not followed during inspection, due to the staff members not having current attendance present or the name to face transition sheet. Licensing Specialists also observed during inspection that the name to face transition sheets have not been completed since 5/8/2025. Licensing Specialist gave technical ass ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by July 25, 2025
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
Official code
12-06
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
The facility did not have documentation to show completion of a Department approved five-hour early literacy and language development course for child care personnel within 12 months of date of employment in child care industry and/or the early literacy course documentation was not uploaded in the Florida Pathways/Registry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.2 and 4.5, C
Inspector notes
Licensing Specialist observed one staff member with employment date at the facility of 6/16/2025 & child care industry start date of 8/15/2022, that had not completed the early literacy course as of inspection date. Licensing Specialist gave technical assistance from the Child Care Facility Handbook: 4.2.2 Early Literacy Training Pursuant to Section 402.305(2)(e)5., F.S., all child care personnel must complete a single course of training in early literacy and language development of children ages birth through five years that is a minimum of five clock hours or .5 CEUs. Early literacy training must be completed within 12 months of date of employment in the child care industry ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by July 25, 2025
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TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-06
Low concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
Personnel records or copies of records were not being maintained at the facility and available for review by the licensing authority. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4
Correction / follow-up note
Licensing Specialist observed one staff member present that did not have a personnel record on file during inspection. Licensing Specialist 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 Corrective Action: Provider is to submit to Licensing Specialist via e-mail the one staff members personnel record for review.
Correction status
Due by July 25, 2025
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RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
Official code
44-01
Higher concern: Hazardous access
Report finding
A potentially harmful item, [blue spray bottle with a chemical smell ], was not labeled as required. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B
Inspector notes
Program Analyst observed a blue spray bottle in the 3 & 4 year old classroom during inspection that was not labeled and had a chemical smell solution in the spray bottle. The owner nor 2 teachers knew what was in the spray bottle. Program Analyst observed the spray bottle to be located near the hand washing sink in reach of children. Owner removed the spray bottle from the classroom and out of reach of children during inspection. Counselor gave technical assistance during inspection from the Child Care Facility: 3.2 Toxic/Hazardous Material/Firearms/Weapons B. All potentially harmful items, including cleaning supplies, flammable products, poisonous, toxic, and hazardous mater ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 13 - Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons
Official code
13-01
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
Report finding
The facility did not have a current and approved annual fire safety inspection by the local fire authority. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, A
Inspector notes
Counselor could not observe a current and approved annual fire safety inspection by the local fire authority during inspection. Counselor observed the most recent fire safety inspection was conducted on 2/27/2023. Counselor gave technical assistance during inspection from the Child Care Facility Handbook: 3.8.2 Fire Safety A. Unless statutorily exempted, all child care 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 with the ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by July 26, 2024
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
Official code
23-02
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The facility's first aid kit was missing the following items: [ Tweezers, Bottled water]. CCF Handbook, Section 6.2, C
Inspector notes
Counselor observed the facility was missing tweezers and bottled water from the first aid kit during inspection. Counselor gave technical assistance from the Child Care Facility Handbook: 6.2 First Aid Kit Minimum Requirements C. Each kit must be kept in a closed container and labeled First Aid and must, at a minimum, include: 1. Soap and hand sanitizer (to be used with supervision if hands are not visibly soiled and if no water is present), 2. Adhesive bandages, 3. Disposable, non-porous gloves, 4. Cotton balls or applicators, 5. Sterile gauze pads or rolls, 6. Adhesive tape, 7. Digital thermometer, 8. Tweezers, 9. Pre-moistened wipes, 10. Scissors, 11. Bottled water (for cl ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by July 23, 2024
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 37 - First Aid Requirements
Official code
37-06
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
Inspector notes
Counselor observed all 26 children's immunization records during inspection. Counselor observed two children that did not have current immunization records on file during inspection. Counselor gave technical assistance from the Child Care Facility Handbook: 7.1 Immunization Records The child care facility is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed Florida Certification of Immunization form Part A-1, B, or C, DH 680, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(o), F.A.C., or the Religious Exemption from Immunization form, DH 681, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(p), F.A.C., from the custodial parent ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by July 23, 2024
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RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
Official code
41-01
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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
Inspector notes
Counselor observed one staff member's DCF Training Transcript during inspection that has not completed the 40 hour Introductory Child Care Training courses as of inspection date. The staff member should have completed the courses by 2/11/2024. The staff member started in the child care industry on 11/14/2022, started the 40 hours training courses on 2/11/2023 and became employed with the facility on 10/2/2023. Counselor did observe during inspection one exam that the staff member is scheduled to take on 3/28/2024. Counselor gave technical assistance from the Child Care Facility Handbook: 4.2.1 Mandated Introductory Training Child care personnel must successfully complete 40 h ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by April 13, 2024
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TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-01
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. CCF Handbook, Section 4.1
Inspector notes
Counselor observed one staff member's DCF Training Transcript during inspection that has not started the 40 hour Introductory Child Care Training courses as of inspection date. The staff member should have started the 40 hour courses by 1/30/2024. The staff member started in the child care industry and became employed with the facility on 11/1/2023. 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 tr ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by April 13, 2024
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TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-03
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
The facility did not have documentation to show completion of a Department approved five-hour early literacy and language development course for child care personnel within 12 months of date of employment in child care industry and/or the early literacy course documentation was not uploaded in the Florida Pathways/Registry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.2 and 4.5, C
Inspector notes
Counselor observed one staff member's DCF Training Transcript during inspection that has not completed the early literacy course as of inspection date. The staff member should have completed the courses by 11/14/2023. The staff member started in the child care industry on 11/14/2022 and became employed with the facility on 10/2/2023. Counselor gave technical assistance from the Child Care Facility Handbook: 4.2.2 Early Literacy Training Pursuant to Section 402.305(2)(e)5., F.S., all child care personnel must complete a single course of training in early literacy and language development of children ages birth through five years that is a minimum of five clock hours or .5 CEUs ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by April 13, 2024
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TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-06
Medium concern: Staff training
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
Inspector notes
Counselor did not observe any staff member present during inspection/ hours of operation, with current and valid pediatric CPR. Counselor gave technical assistance during inspection from the Child Care Facility Handbook: 4.2.4 First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) A. One child care personnel with current and valid certificate(s) of course completion for first aid training and one child care personnel with current and valid certificate of course completion for pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) procedures must be present at all times that children are in care. The same child care personnel may satisfy both requirements. Documentation of first aid trainin ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by April 13, 2024
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 36 - CPR Requirements
Official code
36-01
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
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
Inspector notes
Counselor did not observe any staff member present during inspection/ hours of operation, with current and valid certificate of course completion for the first aid training. Counselor gave technical assistance during inspection from the Child Care Facility Handbook: 4.2.4 First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) A. One child care personnel with current and valid certificate(s) of course completion for first aid training and one child care personnel with current and valid certificate of course completion for pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) procedures must be present at all times that children are in care. The same child care personnel may satisfy both re ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by April 13, 2024
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 37 - First Aid Requirements
Official code
37-01
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
Inspector notes
Counselor observed 9 newly enrolled children's immunization records during inspection. Counselor could not observe two children's immunizations during inspection due to the records not being on file during inspection. The two children have been enrolled with the facility for more than 30 days. Counselor gave technical assistance from the Child Care Facility Handbook: 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 Immun ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by April 13, 2024
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RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
Official code
41-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
Child(ren) did not have a Student Health Examination/DH (Form 3040), or an equivalent health statement on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2, C
Inspector notes
Counselor observed 9 newly enrolled children's heath examination records during inspection. Counselor could not observe one child's health examination record due to the record not being on file during inspection. The one child has been enrolled with the facility for more than 30 days. Counselor gave technical assistance from the Child Care Facility Handbook: 7.2 Student Health Records The child care facility is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed Student Health Examination form DH 3040, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(q), F.A.C. and may be obtained from the local county health department, the parent or ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by April 13, 2024
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RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
Official code
42-01
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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
Inspector notes
Counselor observed all 42 enrolled children's enrollment, immunization and health examination records during inspection. Counselor observed 6 children's immunization records that were not current during inspection. Counselor gave technical assistance from the Child Care Facility Handbook: 7.1 Immunization Records The child care facility is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed Florida Certification of Immunization form Part A-1, B, or C, DH 680, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(o), F.A.C., or the Religious Exemption from Immunization form, DH 681, which is incorporated by reference in 65C 22.001(7)(p), F. ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by December 6, 2023
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RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
Official code
41-01
Higher concern: Background screening
Report finding
Background screening was not completed: [ after a 90-day break in service.] CCF Handbook, Section 5.2
Inspector notes
Counselor observed one staff members background screening clearance letter with eligibility date of 11/7/2022. The staff member started in the child care industry on 11/14/2022 and left the child care industry on 5/26/2023. The staff member became employed with the facility on 10/2/2023. The staff member had a 90 day break in service from leaving the child care industry on 5/26/2023 until becoming employed with the facility on 10/2/2023. Counselor gave technical assistance from Child Care Facility Handbook: 5.2 Re-Screening A screening conducted under this rule is valid for five years, at which time a re-screen must be conducted in the same manner as the initial screening. A. ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
Official code
45-07

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

Could you walk me through your current process for verifying and maintaining staff background screening documentation?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from a March 2026 inspection indicate that documentation for staff background screening clearance was missing for some personnel. This question helps clarify how the center ensures all staff meet these requirements before they begin working with children.
Context
The finding was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific

What steps do you take to ensure that all staff members remain up-to-date on their required training and certifications?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records show multiple instances where staff training requirements, such as introductory courses and early literacy training, were not fully documented. Asking this helps understand the current system for tracking and completing these professional requirements.
Related violations
Finding-specific

How do you ensure that all children's health and immunization records are complete and up-to-date upon enrollment?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Official inspection reports from 2023 and 2024 note instances where children's immunization or health records were missing or not current. This question allows you to learn about the center's current administrative process for managing these essential health documents.
Related violations
Finding-specific

What is your current procedure for maintaining first aid kits to ensure they are always fully stocked with the required supplies?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from a 2024 inspection show that the facility's first aid kit was missing required items. This question helps you understand how the staff monitors and replenishes these supplies to ensure readiness for minor injuries.
Related violations
General question

How do you communicate with families about daily routines and any changes to the standard schedule or activities?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Clear communication helps families stay informed about their child's day and any variations in the regular program. This question helps you understand the center's approach to keeping parents connected and aware of daily operations.