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Recent higher-concern violation
At least one higher-concern violation appears in the last 12 months.
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Latest inspectionMay 1, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMay 1, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 22 available inspections for Eden Christian School from January 3, 2023 through May 1, 2026.
10 inspections recorded violations, with 33 recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on April 2, 2026 and involved equipment or readiness, with a due date of April 23, 2026.
Background screening was a higher-concern topic that showed up in three inspections.
Two later inspections, from April 22, 2026 through May 1, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.
At a glance
Total inspections
22
7 in last 12 months
Recorded violations
33
13 in last 12 months
Higher-concern violations
7
2 in last 12 months
Repeated topics
5
Last 36 months
Local comparison
22 total inspections vs 13 local median in 34601
Compared to 12 local facilities
Recorded violations per inspection
This provider
1.5
Local median
1.5
1.5This provider
1.5Local median
Inspections with higher-concern violations
This provider
27%
Local median
20%
27%This provider
20%Local median
Inspections with recorded violations
This provider
45%
Local median
38%
45%This provider
38%Local median
Repeated topics
This provider
5
Local average
3
5This provider
3Local average
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Health or food records
Appeared across 5 inspections, with 10 recorded violations.
Indoor and outdoor play areas were not inspected daily for basic health and safety and/or any problems were not corrected before the play area is used by children and/or daily inspection logs were not maintained for 12 months. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
At time of inspection, Specialist observed the indoor and outdoor play areas were not inspected daily for basic health and safety and/or any problems were not corrected before the play area is used by children. Technical assistance provided that indoor and outdoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety before the play area is used by children.
Correction status
Due by April 23, 2026
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
Official code
12-19
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
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The play equipment was not maintained in a safe or sanitary condition for the children to use in that [the equipment has tree debris on the surface, residue on the surface, rust on the surface, and broken seats]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B and F (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
Inspector notes
At time of inspection, Specialist observed the yellow slide on the large playground is in need of cleaning due to tree debris on the surface. Toys and play balls need to be cleaned or replaced due to residue on the surface. Red stationary bench has rust on the surface. Blue trikes have rust on the surface. Blue stationary vehicle has rust on the surface. Teeter totter has 2 cracked and broken seats. Blue climber has rust on the surface. Technical assistance provided that the play equipment must be maintained in a safe and sanitary condition for the children to use.
Correction status
Due by April 23, 2026
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SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
Official code
32-03
Medium concern: Staff training
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The director responsible for the daily operation of the program did not have an active Director Credential. CCF Handbook, Section 4.7
Inspector notes
At time of inspection, Specialist observed the director responsible for the daily operation of the program did not have an active Director Credential. Technical assistance provided that the director responsible for the daily operation of the program must have an active Director Credential.
Correction status
Due by October 2, 2026
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TRAINING - 34 - Credentialed Staff
Official code
34-04
Medium concern: Incident records
Report finding
Child care personnel failed to share the accident/incident form with the custodial parent/ legal guardian or the individual authorized to pick up child on the day that the incident occurred. CCF Handbook, Section 6.4, B & D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
At time of inspection, Specialist observed childcare personnel failed to share the accident/incident form with the custodial parent/ legal guardian or the individual authorized to pick up child on the day that the incident occurred for the child listed on supplemental. Technical assistance provided that childcare personnel must share the accident/incident form with the custodial parent/ legal guardian or the individual authorized to pick up child on the day that the incident occurred. Not Monitored Comments No children on medication at time of inspection.
Correction status
Due by April 23, 2026
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 39 - Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation
Official code
39-04
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]
Inspector notes
At time of inspection, Specialist observed the child listed on the supplemental 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. Technical assistance provided that all children must 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.
Correction status
Due by April 23, 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]
Inspector notes
At time of inspection, Specialist observed the child listed on the supplemental did not have a current immunization form on file. Technical assistance provided that all children must have a current Florida Certification of Immunization (DH Form 680) or a Religious Exemption from Immunization (DH Form 681), on file.
Correction status
Due by April 23, 2026
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RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
Official code
41-02
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]
Inspector notes
At time of inspection, Specialist observed the staff listed on supplemental had an expired CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form. Technical assistance provided that personnel, including volunteers who are present ten hours or more per month, must have a CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form signed annually in their file. Resolved at time of inspection as Director completed the form.
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]
Inspector notes
At time of inspection, Counselor observed that children listed on supplemental had expired immunization forms. Technical assistance provided that all children must have valid immunization forms on file.
Correction status
Due by December 23, 2025
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RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
Official code
41-02
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]
Inspector notes
At time of inspection, Counselor observed staff listed on the supplemental had expired Child Abuse & Neglect Reporting Requirements forms on file. Technical assistance provided that all personnel / volunteers who work ten hours or more per month, must have a Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form signed annually.
Correction status
Due by December 23, 2025
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RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
Official code
44-04
Higher concern: Background screening
Report finding
The Child Care Attestation of Good Moral Character was not completed at the time of initial screening or upon change in employers. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
Inspector notes
At time of inspection, Counselor observed staff listed on supplemental had outdated Attestation of Good Moral Character forms on file. Technical assistance provided that all staff must sign the updated July 2024 Attestation of Good Moral Character forms.
Correction status
Due by December 23, 2025
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RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
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]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, Counselor observed child listed on supplemental had expired immunization form. Technical Assistance provided that all children must have current immunization forms on file.
Correction status
Due by August 15, 2025
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RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
Official code
41-02
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]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, Counselor observed the staff listed on supplemental had expired Child Abuse & Neglect forms. Technical Assistance provided that all personnel and volunteers who work ten hours or more per month need to have a Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form signed annually.
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
The facility failed to maintain a current Employee/Contractor Roster for all child care personnel in the Clearinghouse. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, K (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, Counselor observed that the current roster for all childcare personnel in the Clearinghouse was not current. Technical Assistance provided that staff need to be added or removed within 5 days of hire or departure.
Correction status
Due by August 15, 2025
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RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
The play equipment was not maintained in a safe or sanitary condition for the children to use in that [toys need cleaning, missing parts,]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B and F (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
Counselor observed on the playground that toys need cleaning due to being under trees (green substance), teacher should monitor all toys in that caterpillars are crawling all over the toys. Tricycles (3) are missing paddles TA-Remove all standing water daily. TA- Back playground need additional mulch TA - Large pieces of play equipment is beginning to corrode, be sure to have this corrected prior to next inspection
Correction status
Due by April 28, 2025
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SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
Official code
32-03
Medium concern: Staff training
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The facility did not have documented proof that all child care personnel were trained and knowledgeable within 30 days of date of hire in [ 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]
Report comments
2 employees did not complete fire extinguisher training within 30 days of hire.
Correction status
Due by April 28, 2025
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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]
Report comments
2 staff did not complete the school readiness classes within 90 days of hire or returning back to the child care industry.
Correction status
Due by April 28, 2025
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TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-13
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
The facility does not have documentation for all child care personnel on required annual refresher education of the facilitys exposure plan. CCF Handbook, Section 6 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
Report comments
Staff listed on supplement did not complete the annual refresher exposure plan.
Correction status
Due by April 28, 2025
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 35 - Communicable Disease Control
Official code
35-12
Medium concern: Health or food records
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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]
Report comments
5 children listed on supplement has expired or missing immunizations.
Correction status
Due by April 28, 2025
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RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
Official code
41-02
Medium concern: Health or food records
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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]
Report comments
4 children listed on supplement are missing physicals.
Correction status
Due by April 28, 2025
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RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
Official code
42-01
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]
Report comments
6 staff missing or expired Child Abuse and Neglect.
Correction status
Due by April 28, 2025
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RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
Official code
44-04
Higher concern: Background screening
Report finding
The Child Care Attestation of Good Moral Character was not completed at the time of initial screening or upon change in employers. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
Report comments
Employee did not update Attestation of Good Moral Character after being out of the child care industry over 90 days.
Correction status
Due by April 28, 2025
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RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
Children were left in high chairs or other confining devices outside of feeding times. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4.4, B
Report comments
4.9 Children were left in high chairs or other confining devices outside of feeding times. Staff will ensure that children will not be placed in highchairs unless it is meal time. Completed at time of inspection.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
Official code
04-09
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]
Report comments
11.3 Child care personnel did not comply with the facility's written disciplinary and expulsion policies. Facility discipline policy has been changed to ensure children would not be placed in highchairs unless it is meal time. Completed at time of inspection.
A ratio of [2] child care personnel for [6 Infants] children is required. A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [6 infant] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. General Requirements [SR]
Report comments
It was found that on Fridays after 2 pm 6 infants are supervised by 1 staff. During the inspection the facility was in ratio. Ratio on supplemental. Technical assistance was provided to the Provider that the facility should be in ratio at all times.
The facility did not have documented proof that all child care personnel were trained and knowledgeable within 30 days of date of hire in [ the use of fire extinguishers]. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.3 and 4.2.5
Report comments
Employee listed on supplement does not have fire extinguisher training.
Correction status
Due by April 29, 2024
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TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-09
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
The facility does not have documentation for all child care personnel on required annual refresher education of the facilitys exposure plan. CCF Handbook, Section 6
Report comments
All 11 employees did not complete the refresher trainings of the exposure plan. Personnel are required to be educated on the facilitys exposure plan regarding standard precautions before beginning to work and annually thereafter.
Correction status
Due by April 29, 2024
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 35 - Communicable Disease Control
Official code
35-12
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 19.2, number 2) Record Keeping [SR]
Report comments
Child listed on supplement was enrolled on 2/5/2024, does not have an immunization on file after 30 days.
Correction status
Due by April 29, 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 (Section 19.2, number 1) Record Keeping [SR]
The facility did not have documented proof of an annual fire inspection by the local fire authority. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, A (Section 14.2, number 1) Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
Counselor observed the annual fire inspection by the local fire authority expired on 6/16/2023. The provider will need to get an up-to-date fire inspection by local fire authority. Technical assistance was provided ensuring that the fire inspection is conducted annually.
Correction status
Due by August 25, 2023
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
Official code
23-01
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
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The play equipment was not maintained in a safe or sanitary condition for the children to use in that [chip paint and rust. ]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B and F (Section 11.2, numbers 2 and 4) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
Inspector notes
Counselor observed the blue climber on the bigger playground had rust and chip paint. Provider will need to fix, replace, or repaint the blue climber. Technical assistance was provided ensuring that all play equipment is in a safe and sanitary condition.
Correction status
Due by August 25, 2023
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SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
Official code
32-03
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
Child care personnel, including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the required in-service training during the states fiscal year beginning July 1 and ending June 30. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.7 (Section 18.6, number 1) Training [SR]
Inspector notes
Counselor observed the director did not complete the required 10-hour in-service training during the fiscal year. Provider completed a training. Technical assistance was provided ensuring that the required 10-hour in-service training is completed during the fiscal year.
A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [5 (4/infant's, 1/1's)] children is required. A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [5 (4/infant's 1/1's) ] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. General Requirements [SR]
Report comments
1:10 (4/1's, 6/2's) 1:5 (4/infant's, 1/1's) 1:5 (3/2's, 2/3's) 1:6 (3/4's, 3/5's) The Director and a Teacher went into the classroom. 2:10 (4/1's, 6/2's) 2:5 (4/infant's, 1/1's) 1:5 (3/2's, 2/3's) 1:6 (3/4's, 3/5's)
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 the childcare personnel listed on the confidential page did not complete their 40-hour training requirements after starting in the industry in 2012. Personnel listed on the confidential page must complete their 40-hour training requirements. Technical assistance provided ensuring that all personnel working with children complete their 40-hour training requirements within 12 months of starting in the industry.
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 your current process for ensuring all staff background screening documents, such as Attestations of Good Moral Character, are kept up to date?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records show recent instances where staff background screening documentation was not current. This question helps parents understand how the center manages these essential personnel records to ensure compliance.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps has the center taken to ensure that all child care personnel are correctly added to the Clearinghouse roster in a timely manner?
Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report noted a time when the facility did not maintain a current employee roster in the Clearinghouse. Asking this helps clarify the current administrative practices for tracking staff status.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your current policy regarding the use of high chairs or other confining equipment for children during the day?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from a past inspection mention a concern about children being in confining devices outside of meal times. This question helps parents understand how the center ensures appropriate supervision and movement for infants.
Context
The concern was noted as completed at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you ensure that all new staff members complete their required pre-service training before they begin working with children?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records show a past finding regarding the completion of required training for new personnel. This question allows the director to explain the current training oversight process.
Related violations
Finding-specific
Can you walk me through your daily routine for inspecting the playground and play equipment to ensure everything is safe and ready for the children?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Official inspection records have noted concerns regarding the maintenance of outdoor play equipment. This question helps parents learn about the center's current daily safety check procedures.