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Impact Learning Academy - San Marco

2468 Atlantic Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32207

License:
C04DU1611
Type:
Child Care Facility
Status:
Licensed
Records checked:
July 11, 2026
Additional info
Programs and services:
Gold Seal, School Readiness, Food Served, Full Day, Infant Care
Hours:
Mon-Fri: 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
Capacity:
105
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 inspectionApril 22, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsApril 22, 2026

Summary

This summary covers 14 available inspections for Impact Learning Academy - San Marco from July 2, 2025 through April 22, 2026.

Seven inspections recorded violations, with 34 recorded violations in total.

The most recent higher-concern violation was on March 11, 2026 and involved attendance accountability.

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

Two later inspections, from March 31, 2026 through April 22, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.

At a glance

Total inspections
14

13 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
34

34 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
10

10 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
6

Last 36 months

Local comparison

14 total inspections vs 7.5 local median in 32207

Compared to 24 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
2.43
Local median
0.36

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
43%
Local median
0%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
50%
Local median
24%

Repeated topics

This provider
6
Local average
0.79

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: Supervision
Report finding
Supervision of children in the [VPK classroom] group was inadequate in that [2- 4 year old children were not supervised in which one of the children inappropriately touched the other child.]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
The facility is out of compliance with this standard as two 4 year old children were not adequately supervised as one of the children inappropriately touched the other child. None of the staff were able to give an account as to what occurred. The facility is to create a safety plan on how they intend to always provide supervision to all enrolled children. A copy of the safety plan is to be provided to the licensing specialist for corrective action. 2.4 Supervision 2.4.1 General Supervision Requirements A. Child care personnel must position themselves in the outdoor play area so that all children can be observed and directly supervised. B. Child care personnel must be assigned ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by April 10, 2026
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
Official code
04-01
Medium concern: Incident records
Report finding
Child care personnel failed to document an accident or incident on the day that it occurred. CCF Handbook, Section 6.4, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
The facility failed to document an incident that occurred. The facility should have documented what occurred when the mother reported the incident to them as well as further details of what occurred during internal investigation. The facility is to conduct an all-staff meeting discussing the importance of documentation of any/all incidents that occur at the childcare facility. A copy of the meeting notes including all staff signatures is to be provided to the licensing specialist for corrective action. 6.4 Accident/Incident Notification A. All accidents and incidents or unusual occurrences that are threatening to the health, safety, or welfare of a child that occur while the ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by April 10, 2026
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 39 - Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation
Official code
39-03
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Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
Report finding
During the facilitys licensure year, fire drills utilizing the approved alarm system were not conducted monthly at various dates and times when children were in care [last recorded as being completed in January]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.4, A (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
The facility facility failed to conduct monthly drills. The last drill was recorded as being conducted in January 2026. The facility is to conduct two additional drills, record on log and provide the licensing specialist a copy of the completed drills. 3.8.4 Fire Drills A. During the facilitys license year, fire drills utilizing the alarm system, approved by the local fire authority, must be conducted monthly at various dates and times when children are in care.
Correction status
Due by March 31, 2026
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
Official code
23-06
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
Child care personnel working in the food preparation area did not wear proper head covering. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.1, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
The staff member listed on the supplemental did not have proper cover on her head while preparing food. Staff member stated that she only had to have her hair up. Specialist referred to code where is states covering. Item corrected at the time of inspection as staff member put on a hair net. 3.9 Food Preparation/Food Service 3.9.1 Food Preparation Area Child care personnel, while working in the food preparation area, must wear proper head covering, such as a hair net or hat. To prevent contact with ready-to-eat foods, child care personnel must use clean disposable gloves, utensils, or similar items in the food preparation area.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
Official code
24-13
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 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
The facility failed to assure that all bottles in the infant room had first and last name on them. Item corrected at the time of inspection as the staff member in the infant room labeled each bottle with first/last name. 3.9.5 Food Handling Bottles and sippy cups brought from home shall be individually labeled with the childs first and last name and shall be returned to the custodial parent or legal guardian daily.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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FOOD AND NUTRITION - 28 - Bottles, Breastmilk, Formula and Infant Food
Official code
28-02
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
Diaper changing occurred on a surface that was not impermeable. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, E (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
The 2 year old classroom changing table mat is torn in the middle making it no longer impermeable. The facility is to provide a new mat. 3.10.2 Diapering Requirements When children in diapers are in care, there must be a diaper changing area with an impermeable surface that is cleaned and sanitized or disinfected after each use.
Correction status
Due by March 31, 2026
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SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
Official code
30-06
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
Documentation was not maintained for 12 months showing that routine inspections were conducted monthly of all supports, above and below the ground, connectors, and moving parts. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
Facility failed to conduct month logs for the safety of the play equipment. Facility will conduct log and provide the specialist with a copy. 3.12 Outdoor Equipment A. A child care facility must provide and maintain enough usable equipment suitable to each childs age and development and of a quantity for each to be involved in activities. 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. ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by March 31, 2026
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SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
Official code
32-05
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
The facility did not have documentation of child care personnel's completion of required training on the training transcript in that [No transcript on file to review training.]. CCF Handbook, Section 4.5 (Section 3.5 Health and Safety, Page 9) Training [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
Refer to the supplemental for the staff members who did not have a copy of their transcript on file for review during onsite visit to show proof of beginning or completed training. The facility is to provide the licensing specialist of DCF transcript showing proof of beginning and/or completed training. 4.5 Documentation of Training The Departments training transcript is the only acceptable verification of successful completion of the Departments training, early literacy courses and school-age training documentation. A. A copy of the Departments training transcript may be obtained from the Departments website at www.myflfamilies.com/childcare.
Correction status
Due by March 31, 2026
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TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-02
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
The facility did not have documented proof that all child care personnel were trained and knowledgeable within 30 days of date of hire in [ safe sleep practices and shaken baby syndrome, the use of fire extinguishers]. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.3 and 4.2.5 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Training [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
Refer to the supplemental for the staff members who did not have proof of the required trainings within 30 days. The facility is to provide proof of completed training for the staff members. 4.2.3 Safe Sleep/ Shaken Baby Syndrome Training All child care personnel who work in a facility that offers care to infants must have training regarding guidance on safe sleep practices, preventing shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma; recognition of signs and symptoms of shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma; strategies for coping with crying, fussing, or distraught child and the development and vulnerabilities of the brain in infancy in early childhood within 30 days of h ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by March 31, 2026
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TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-09
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
Child care personnel did not complete preservice training requirements prior to unsupervised contact with or care of children or, if supervised, within 90 days of beginning employment or service with the provider. (Section 3.1 and 3.2 Training Requirements, Page 7) [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
Refer to the supplemental for the staff members who have not completed the required training within the time frame. The facility is to provide the licensing specialist with a copy of completed training. 3.1 Preservice Child care personnel must successfully complete the preservice training coursework described in this section, as applicable. All child care personnel must complete these preservice training requirements within 90 days of initial employment with any School Readiness provider. This timeframe does not start over if personnel change employment to another School Readiness provider within this initial 90 days. Personnel who have not completed all preservice training r ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by March 31, 2026
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TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-13
Medium concern: Incident records
Report finding
Documentation of an accident or incident was insufficient in that it did not include the [signature of either the director or parent with a date of reviewing and receiving.]. CCF Handbook, Section 6.4, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
Refer to the supplemental for the incident/accidents that occurred at the facility and was not either signed/dated by the parent or director showing proof of receiving. The facility is to have signature section completed and provide the licensing specialist with a copy of the forms. 6.4 Accident/Incident Notification Documentation must include the name of the affected party, date and time of the occurrence, description of the occurrence, actions taken and by whom, and appropriate signatures of program child care personnel and the custodial parent or legal guardian. Program child care personnel signatures may include the director/childcare personnel that witnessed the incident ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by March 31, 2026
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 39 - Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation
Official code
39-05
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
Refer to the supplemental for the children who did not have a record on file for review during onsite inspection Facility is to provide the specialist with an updated and current 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 65C-22.001(7)(p), F.A.C., from the custodial parent or legal guardian. DH Form 680 and DH Form 681 may be obtained from the ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by March 31, 2026
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RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
Official code
41-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
Refer to the supplemental for the children who had expired records on file during onsite visit. The facility is to provide the licensing specialist with updated records 7.1 Immunization Records The child care facility is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed Florida Certification of Immunization form Part A-1, B, or C, DH 680, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(o), F.A.C., or the Religious Exemption from Immunization form, DH 681, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(p), F.A.C., from the custodial parent or legal guardian. DH Form 680 and DH Form 681 may be obtained from the local county heal ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by March 31, 2026
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RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
Official code
41-02
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
Refer to the supplemental for the child who did not have a record on file during onsite visit for review. Facility is to provide the specialist with current records. 7.2 Student Health Records The child care facility is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed Student Health Examination form DH 3040, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(q), F.A.C. and may be obtained from the local county health department, the parent or legal guardian, or a signed statement by authorized professionals that indicate the results of the components of the Student Health Examination form are included in the health examination. A. Th ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by March 31, 2026
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RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
Official code
42-01
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
Refer to the supplemental for the children who had expired forms on file. Facility is to provide the specialist with a current record. 7.2 Student Health Records The child care facility is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed Student Health Examination form DH 3040, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(q), F.A.C. and may be obtained from the local county health department, the parent or legal guardian, or a signed statement by authorized professionals that indicate the results of the components of the Student Health Examination form are included in the health examination. A. The Student Health Examination sh ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by March 31, 2026
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RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
Official code
42-02
Low concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
The child care personnel record did not include a signed statement regarding any work in a center that had been subject to negative licensing action or the subject of disciplinary action while employed. s.402.3055(1)(b), F.S. and Section 7.4, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
Report comments
Refer to the supplemental for the staff who did not have a completed form on file. Facility is to have staff complete form and copy of completed form is to be provided to the specialist. 7.4 Personnel Records A complete employment application with the required statement pursuant to Section 402.3055(1)(b), F.S.
Correction status
Due by March 31, 2026
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RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
Official code
44-03
Low concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
The personnel/ volunteer (ten hours or more per month) record did not include a CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form signed annually. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
Refer to the supplemental for the staff member who did not sign the required form on/before the date of hire. Item was corrected at the time of inspection as the staff member completed but signed late. 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: CF-FSP Form 5337, Child Abuse & Neglect Reporting Requirements, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(l), F.A.C., must be signed on or before hire date and annually thereafter by all child care personnel.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
Official code
44-04
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
Refer to the supplemental for the recently new hires did not have the required form on file. Facility is to complete form and provide specialist with current copy. 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. A. Each personnel record must have a completed CF-FSP Form 5131, Background Screening and Personnel File Requirements, which is incorporated by referenc ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by March 31, 2026
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RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
Official code
45-01
Higher concern: Background screening
Report finding
An employment history verification was not documented and on file. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
Refer to the supplemental for the staff members who did not have proof of verified employment history. Staff is complete verification and provide the specialist with copy of verification. 5.1 Initial Screening 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 employment dates, and level of job performance. The employer/owner/operator must make at least three attempts to obtain employment history info ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by March 31, 2026
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RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
Official code
45-04
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
Report finding
Attendance records did not include the time of each childs arrival and departure. CCF Handbook, Section 7.5 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
Inspector notes
During onsite inspection, specialist observed that the infant room and 2 year old room did not have attendance completed for all children in attendance. Item completed at the time of inspection when both classroom staff signed all children in for the day. 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. ENFORCEMENT
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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RECORD KEEPING - 46 - Daily Attendance
Official code
46-02
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Low concern: Administrative posting
Report finding
The facility's menu was not [ was not posted at the beginning of each week in an easily seen place, was not dated]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, H Food and Nutrition [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
The facility did not have a dated menu posted to show what the children were eating. A copy of an updated menu will need to be provided for corrective action. 3.9.3 Food Safety 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 minimum of 12 months for licensing purposes. Operators who ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by November 28, 2025
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FOOD AND NUTRITION - 26 - Meal and Snack Menus
Official code
26-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
Bottles and/or sippy cups brought from home were not labeled with childs first and last name. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.5, B Food and Nutrition [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
Specialist observed in the infant room that all bottles were not labeled with first and last name. Item corrected at the time of inspection when the staff member labeled all bottles during the time of inspection. 3.9.5 Food Handling Bottles and sippy cups brought from home shall be individually labeled with the childs first and last name and shall be returned to the custodial parent or legal guardian daily.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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FOOD AND NUTRITION - 28 - Bottles, Breastmilk, Formula and Infant Food
Official code
28-02
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
The director responsible for the daily operation of the program did not have an active Director Credential. CCF Handbook, Section 4.7
Report comments
The facility is currently on provisional status for not having a current director on file. A new director will need to be obtained for a regular license. 4.7 Director Credential Section 402.305(2)(g), F.S., requires a child care facility to have a credentialed director. Every applicant for a license to operate a child care facility or a license for a change of ownership of a child care facility must document that the facility director has an active Director Credential prior to issuance of the license. An applicant for the Director Credential must meet the requirements referenced in CF-FSP Form 5290, Florida Child Care and Education Program Director Credential and Renewal Appl ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by March 15, 2026
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TRAINING - 34 - Credentialed Staff
Official code
34-04
Medium concern: Incident records
Report finding
Documentation of an accident or incident was insufficient in that it did not include the [date/time and signature of the director]. CCF Handbook, Section 6.4, C Health Requirements [SR]
Report comments
Refer to the supplemental for the incident/accident forms that need to be sign and dated by director/person in charge. 6.4 Accident/Incident Notification Documentation must include the name of the affected party, date and time of the occurrence, description of the occurrence, actions taken and by whom, and appropriate signatures of program child care personnel and the custodial parent or legal guardian. Program child care personnel signatures may include the director/child Specialist recommends that the current incident forms that is being used by the facility needs to be improved to show all requirements necessary.
Correction status
Due by November 28, 2025
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 39 - Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation
Official code
39-05
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 Record Keeping [SR]
Report comments
Refer to the supplemental for the children who are enrolled at the facility who have expired records on file during onsite visit. 7.1 Immunization Records The child care facility is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed Florida Certification of Immunization form Part A-1, B, or C, DH 680, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(o), F.A.C., or the Religious Exemption from Immunization form, DH 681, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(p), F.A.C., from the custodial parent or legal guardian. DH Form 680 and DH Form 681 may be obtained from the local county health department. Specific immunization re ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by November 28, 2025
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RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
Official code
41-02
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]
Correction / follow-up note
Specialist observed in the infant room and VPK class that all children were not signed in to show attendance. Item corrected at the time of inspection when the staff member signed the children in. All staff must be accountable of when the children come in and leave while under their supervision. 7.5 Daily Attendance Daily attendance of children must be taken and recorded accurately by the child care personnel, documenting the time when each child enters and departs the program. Attendance devices used for the purposes of tracking attendance may be used, but personnel must ensure the accuracy of the documented attendance. Each classroom must have an attendance sheet/class rost ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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RECORD KEEPING - 46 - Daily Attendance
Official code
46-02
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Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
Report finding
A ratio of [2] child care personnel for [12- 1 year old] children is required. A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [12- 1 year 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
During onsite investigation the licensing specialist observed 1 staff member with 12- 1 year old children. The item was corrected at the time of investigation when a second teacher stepped into the classroom bring the ratio now 2- staff with 12- 1 year old. 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. In groups of mixed age ranges, where children one year of age but under two years of age are included, one child care personnel must be responsible for no more than six children of any age group, at all times. 6- infan ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Ratio Sufficient
Official code
03-01
Higher concern: Supervision
Report finding
Children in the outdoor play area were not adequately supervised in that [a 4 year old child was left unsupervised on the playground for 5 minutes.]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4.1, A (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
The facility is out of compliance with this standard as an incident occurred at the childcare facility on October 23, 2025, as a 4 year old child was left out on the playground by himself unsupervised for 5 minutes. Video footage showed a staff member observed the child run out of the line and head back to the slide. The video showed the teacher looked at the child slide down the slide but proceeded to head inside without going to get the child to assure that he is not left outside by himself. The video footage showed that the child remained outside by himself for 5 minutes. The facility is to create a safety plan to prevent this incident from occurring again. The safety plan ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by January 16, 2026
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
Official code
04-04
Medium concern: Incident records
Report finding
Child care personnel failed to document an accident or incident on the day that it occurred. CCF Handbook, Section 6.4, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
The facility failed to document an incident that occurred on October 23, 2025 at the childcare facility. The facility will be cited for failure to document an incident on the day it occurred. The director and staff admitted that an incident report had not been written on the day the incident occurred but one was written the following day. Even though it was stated that an incident report was written the facility was unable to provide the specialist with a copy of the written report. The facility is to conduct an all-staff meeting discussing the importance of documenting any/all accident/incidents that occur at the facility. A copy of the meeting notes that include all staff s ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by January 16, 2026
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 39 - Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation
Official code
39-03
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Higher concern: Supervision
Report finding
Children in the outdoor play area were not adequately supervised in that [a teacher was sitting stationary on the playground and not walking around providing supervision to all children]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4.1, A General Requirements [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
The facility is out of compliance with this standard as video footage shows the teacher sitting stationary on the playground and not walking around providing supervision to all of the children on the playground. The teachers back was turned when the alleged incident occurred. Staff must assure that all children are provided supervision and will need to walk around and not sit at table for the entire time while outside. The facility will need provide safety plan for the staff are outside on the playground. The facility will also need to conduct an all staff meeting discussing the safety plan. A copy of the safety plan is to be signed by each staff member and placed in their fi ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by November 7, 2025
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
Official code
04-04
Higher concern: Child guidance
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Child care personnel did not comply with the facility's written disciplinary and expulsion policies. CCF Handbook, Section 2.8, B General Requirements [SR]
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The facility is out of compliance with this standard as video footage shows the teacher grabbing the child by one arm and dragging the child across the playground. This form of disciple was done after the child and another child was fighting over a riding toy on the playground. The facility will need conduct an all staff meeting discussing the importance of following the discipline policy. A copy of the discipline policy is to be provided to each staff member to read and sign indicating that they have read and understand the policy. A copy of the meeting notes including all staff signature and a copy of one of the signed discipline policy of one of the staff members for corre ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by November 7, 2025
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 11 - Child Discipline
Official code
11-03
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Medium concern: Staff training
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Parents of a child who received the wrong breastmilk or formula as well as the parents of child for whom the breastmilk or formula was intended were not notified immediately of the incident. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.6, C Food and Nutrition [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
The facility is out of compliance with this standard as the director reported as well as the staff member admitted that she gave the child the wrong bottle containing breast milk. Both the director and staff member admitted that the bottle was labeled but the labeled was turned the wrong way. The facility will be cited for providing the child with the wrong bottle that contained breast milk. The specialist recommends that the facility create a safety plan on how they intend to prevent an incident of this nature occurring again. A copy of the safety plan is to be provided to the licensing specialist for corrective action. The facility is also to conduct and staff meeting with ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by November 7, 2025
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FOOD AND NUTRITION - 28 - Bottles, Breastmilk, Formula and Infant Food
Official code
28-07
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Higher concern: Child guidance
Report finding
Child care personnel did not comply with the facility's written disciplinary and expulsion policies. CCF Handbook, Section 2.8, B General Requirements [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
The facility failed to follow the discipline policy as a staff member is observed on video as well as witnessed by a parent, a staff member spanking a child on her arm and leg. The facility is to conduct an all-staff meeting discussing the importance of following the policy. A copy of the discipline policy is to be provided to each staff member to review and sign indicating that they have read and understand the policy. A copy of the signed policy is to be placed in each staff members file folder. A copy of the meeting notes including all staff signature is to be provided to the licensing specialist for corrective action as well. 2.8 Child Discipline A. The child care facilit ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by September 30, 2025
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 11 - Child Discipline
Official code
11-03
Medium concern: Incident records
Report finding
Documentation of an accident or incident was insufficient in that it did not include the [The required elements for a completed form]. CCF Handbook, Section 6.4, C Health Requirements [SR]
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The facility failed to document an incident/accident properly. The facility typed out an incident that occurred at the facility but failed to have signatures and dates/times of staff, director, parent, and/or custodian. The facility is to conduct an all-staff meeting discussing the importance of proper incident/accident writing. A copy of the Department of Children and Families approved report was provided to the director on the day of the investigation. Each staff member is to be provided a copy of the form to show that are aware of all components that must be present when writing a form. A copy of the meeting notes is to be provided to the licensing specialist for correctiv ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by September 30, 2025
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 39 - Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation
Official code
39-05

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 describe the current process for ensuring children are always supervised during outdoor play?

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Why ask this
Public records show recent inspections identified instances where children were not adequately supervised in outdoor areas. This question helps parents understand the current safety plans and staff positioning practices in place to ensure constant observation.
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What steps are taken to ensure that daily attendance records are accurate and complete for every child?

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Why ask this
The available inspection records show repeated concerns regarding the accuracy of daily attendance documentation. This question allows the director to explain how staff are trained to maintain these records consistently.
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How does the center verify that all new staff members have completed the required background screening and employment history checks?

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Why ask this
An official inspection report noted that certain background screening and employment history documents were missing or incomplete. This question helps parents understand the current administrative process for ensuring all personnel files are fully compliant.
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Can you explain the center's approach to staff training and how you ensure all team members are knowledgeable about safety policies?

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Why ask this
Public records from multiple inspections indicate that documentation of required staff training was not always available or current. This question provides insight into how the center tracks and verifies that all staff receive necessary training on time.
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How do you communicate with families when an incident occurs, and what is your process for ensuring those incidents are documented correctly?

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Why ask this
The available inspection records show a pattern of issues regarding the documentation and timely reporting of incidents. This question helps parents understand the center's current communication standards and documentation procedures.
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