The facility's outdoor play area contained litter, nails, glass or other hazards that posed a threat to the health, safety or well-being of the children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
Counselor observed holes on the older childrens playground that could become a tripping hazard. TA was given to provider to maintain outdoor are free from hazards. Technical assistance was provided to stretch the green turf out to prevent tripping hazards. Technical assistance was provided to have the fence line cleared in younger children playground.
Correction status
Due by July 27, 2026
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
Official code
17-02
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the 40 hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement. CCF Handbook Section 4.2.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3)
Report comments
Employee listed on supplement did not complete the introductory training within the required amount of time. Employee was hired on 4/11/2025. Employee started training on 6/23/2025. Employee should have been completed 6/23/2026. Beginning Training Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month must begin training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry and successfully complete Departments training within 12 months from the date training begins. Training taken prior to employment in the child care industry does not constitute begin training. The begin training timeframes begin at the time of employment in the child care industry. ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by August 3, 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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3)
Report comments
Employee listed on supplement did not complete their Early Literacy within a year of being hired. Employee was hired on 4/11/25. Early literacy training must be completed within 12 months of date of employment in the child care industry.
Documentation of an accident or incident was insufficient in that it did not include the [time, signatures]. CCF Handbook, Section 6.4, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
6.4 Accident/Incident Notification Counselor observed an incident/ accident report that occurred on 2/2/2026, missing teacher and Directors signatures, time and first aid action taken. Director and teacher complete at time of inspection. A. All accidents and incidents or unusual occurrences that are threatening to the health, safety, or welfare of a child that occur while the child is in care must be documented on the same day they occur. B. This documentation must be shared with the custodial parent or legal guardian on the date of occurrence. C. Documentation must include the name of the affected party, date and time of the occurrence, description of the occurrence, actions ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
Report comments
Child listed on supplement immunization expires 1/26/2026.
Correction status
Due by March 23, 2026
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RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
Official code
41-02
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
The Student Health Examination or equivalent health statement was not acceptable in that: [ It was not current (over two years old)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
Report comments
Child listed on supplement physical expired 2/19/2026.
Correction status
Due by March 23, 2026
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RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
Official code
42-02
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]
Report comments
Employee listed on supplement Child Abuse and Neglect expired on 3/4/2026, employee updated form at time of inspection. Counselor reviewed all 12 staff files.
Child Care personnel, returning to the industry and who were in compliance with training requirements when they left the industry, did not complete new mandated training within 90 days of employment. CCF Handbook, Section 4.3, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Training [SR]
Report comments
Employee listed on supplement was hired on 8/10/2022, left the industry on 11/15/2022, returned to the industry on 9/5/2024 with completing the 40 hours Introductory Training.
Correction status
Due by December 12, 2024
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TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-04
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3)
Correction / follow-up note
Employee listed on supplement was hired on 8/10/2022, left the industry on 11/15/2022, returned 9/5/2024. Early Literacy was not completed with 12 months of hire date. Employee completed Early Literacy on 11/11/2024. Early literacy training must be completed within 12 months of date of employment in the child care industry. Proof of completion may be documented on a certificate of course completion, classroom transcript, or diploma.
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
Counselor found 4 children Immunization record expired. The provider should get a current Immunization record for the children. Technical assistance was provided to the Provider that all children should have acceptable Immunization records.
All rooms did not have sufficient lighting equivalent to 20 foot candles at three feet from the floor. CCF Handbook, Section 3.3.1, A Physical Environment [SR]
Report comments
Counselor found that the facility had 13 foot candles at three feet from the floor in the morning. All light were turned on during the inspection, so that the classroom would have at least 30-foot candles. Technical assistance was provided to the Provider that there should be sufficient light in all classrooms.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 14 - Lighting, Temperature, and Ventilation
A prescription or non-prescription medication, specifically [ointment for the child's bottom], was dispensed without written authorization from the custodial parent or legal guardian. CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, A and K Health Requirements [SR]
The facility failed to include their license number when advertising. s.402.318, F.S.
Report comments
Counselor found that a sign of the facility advertising did not include there license number. The provider should include there license number. Technical assistance was provided to the Provider that all advertising should include the facility license number.
Correction status
Due by April 6, 2023
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 01 - License Displayed/Citation Posted/Advertising
Official code
01-03
Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
Report finding
A ratio of [2] child care personnel for [10 (7/2's, 3/1's)] children is required. A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [10 (7/2's, 3/1's) ] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. General Requirements [SR]
Report comments
1:10 (7/2's, 3/1's) 1:3 (1/1's, 2/2's) 2:6 (6/1's) 1:10 (10/4's) 1:11 (11/3's) The one year old children were moved to the one year old classroom. 1:9 (9/2's) 1:3 (1/1's, 2/2's) 2:9 (9/1's) 1:10 (10/4's) 1:11 (11/3's)
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Ratio Sufficient
Official code
03-01
Higher concern: Hazardous access
Report finding
Areas of the facility were found to be in need of cleaning. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
Counselor observed that the two-year-old and one year old classroom had a fan with buildup dirty that needs to be cleaned. Counselor found a kitchen sink toy in the four-year-old classroom with buildup dirty that needs to be cleaned. The Provider should clean the fan and kitchen sink. Technical assistance was provided to the Provider that children are much more susceptible to the adverse effects of environmental factors, materials and toxicants. It is imperative that the child care environment is conducive to the healthy development of children. All child care facilities must be clean, in good repair, free from health and safety hazards and from evidence of, or presence of, v ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by April 6, 2023
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
Official code
12-01
Higher concern: Hazardous access
Report finding
An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A Physical Environment [SR]
Report comments
Counselor found holes and chipped paint at the bottom of the walls in middle bathroom, one year old, three-year-old, and four-year-old classroom that needs to be repaired. The holes need to be repaired and the wall needs to be painted. Technical assistance was provided to the Provider that children are much more susceptible to the adverse effects of environmental factors, materials and toxicants. It is imperative that the child care environment is conducive to the healthy development of children. All child care facilities must be clean, in good repair, free from health and safety hazards and from evidence of, or presence of, vermin infestation. Indoor and outdoor play areas m ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by April 6, 2023
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
Official code
12-02
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 Physical Environment [SR]
Report comments
Counselor found stand water in a bucket in the middle of the hallway. The Provider removed the water from the bucket. Technical assistance was provided to the Provider that stand water should not be in the facility.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
Official code
12-06
Higher concern: Hazardous access
Report finding
Harmful items including cleaning supplies, flammable products, poisonous, toxic, and hazardous materials were accessible to children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B Physical Environment [SR]
Report comments
Counselor found Lysol Spray and Clorox wipes on a cabinet in two-year-old classroom that was accessible to children. Counselor found clorox wipes in left middle classroom that was accessible to children. Counselor found Clorox wipes and hand sanitizer that was accessible to children in the one-year-old classroom. Counselor found hand sanitizer that was accessible to children in the one-year-old and two-year-old classroom. Counselor found Clorox wipes and Lysol spray in a bottom cabinet the three-year-old classroom that was accessible to children. All harmful items were removed from the classroom. Technical assistance was provided to the Provider that all areas and surfaces ac ... [truncated]
The facilitys outdoor play area contained litter, nails, glass or other hazards that posed a low potential for harm to children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A Physical Environment [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
Counselor found several large pieces of wood on the play area # 1 and play area # 2 that could be a tripping hazard for children. Counselor found an open bag of miracle grow on the floor on the play area that was accessible to children. The large pieces of wood and miracle grow was removed from the play area. Technical assistance was provided to the Provider that the outdoor play area must be clean and free from litter, nails, glass and other hazards. The outdoor area must be designed to allow child care personnel to clearly see children while playing on all equipment. The outdoor play area must provide shade.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
Official code
17-01
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 [December, January, and February.]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.4, A Physical Environment [SR]
Report comments
Counselor found that the facility did not complete a fire drill in December, January, and February. A fire drill should be completed. Technical assistance was provided to the Provider that each licensure year the facility should conduct monthly fire drills, (12). Prior to the license renewal inspection, a nap time fire drill, an alternate exit fire drill, and a fire drill with the Counselor are required. Up to three emergency drills, such as a lockdown, severe weather, bomb scare, etc., may be substituted for a fire drill.
Correction status
Due by March 20, 2023
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
Official code
23-06
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
Food provided by parents/guardians was not properly stored and handled in a sanitary manner to prevent contamination or spoilage. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.5, E
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Counselor found tater tots and meat balls in the freezer were not stored properly to prevent contamination or spoilage. All food was sealed during the inspection. Technical assistance was provided to the Provider that food should be sealed, labeled, and dated.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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FOOD AND NUTRITION - 25 - Meals and Snacks
Official code
25-17
Low concern: Administrative posting
Report finding
The facility's menu was not [ did not have substitutions noted]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, H
Report comments
Counselor found that the children were served strawberries and blueberries instead of pears this morning for breakfast. The Provider updated the menu to show that strawberries and blueberries was served for breakfast this morning. Technical assistance was provided to the Provider that meal and snack menus must be planned, written, dated, and posted at the beginning of each week in an easily seen place, accessible to the parents. 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, ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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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]
Report comments
Counselor found bottles and sippy cups in the two-year-old, one year old, and three-year-old classroom that was not labeled with the child first and last name. The bottles and sippy cups were labeled with the child's first and last name during the inspection Technical assistance was provided to the Provider that bottles and sippy cups provided by the facility must be washed, rinsed, and sanitized between each use and do not have to be labeled. 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. Breastmilk and formula must be handled in a sanitary manne ... [truncated]
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
Hand hygiene procedures, including situations or times, were not posted in food preparation, diapering, and toileting areas. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.1, D
Report comments
Counselor found that a hand hygiene procedure was not posted in the food preparation area by the handwashing sink. A hand hygiene procedure should be posted. Technical assistance was provided to the Provider that employees, volunteers, substitutes, and children must wash their hands thoroughly with soap and running water, dry, and follow personal hygiene procedures for themselves and while assisting others. The use of hand sanitizers does not substitute for handwashing. If children are sleeping overnight in the program facility, program staff must ensure accepted bedtime routines are practiced, such as brushing teeth and washing face and hands. For facilities that prepare foo ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by April 6, 2023
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SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 29 - Health and Sanitation
Official code
29-16
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
Items unrelated to diaper changing were stored in the diaper changing area or placed on the diaper changing table/surface. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, G Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
Report comments
Counselor found a bottle of children drink on the changing table in the two-year-old classroom. The Child drink was removed from the changing table. Technical assistance was provided to the Provider that when children in diapers are in care, a hand-washing station that includes a sink with running water, soap, trash receptacle, and disposable towels or hand drying machines that are properly installed and maintained shall be provided in the room or in an adjoining area which opens into the room. Soiled or wet disposable diapers must be disposed of in a plastic lined, securely covered container that is not accessible to the children. The container must be emptied, cleaned and s ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
Official code
30-07
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
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Inspections were not conducted and documented monthly of all supports, above and below the ground, all connectors, and moving parts. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B
Report comments
Counselor found that the facility did not conduct and document monthly inspections of all supports, above and below the ground, all connectors, and moving parts for December, January and February. The Provider should complete an inspection of all supports, above and below the ground, all connectors, and moving parts. Technical assistance was provided to the Provider that a physical environment inspection should be completed and documented monthly.
Correction status
Due by April 6, 2023
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SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
Official code
32-04
Higher concern: Medication
Report finding
The facility did not obtain written authorization prior to administering emergency non-prescription medication. CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, D and K Health Requirements [SR]
Report comments
Counselor found that the facility did not have written authorization from a Parent to administer Diazepam. The Parent signed a medication from during the inspection. Technical assistance was provided to the Provider that child care programs are not required to give medication; however, if a program chooses to do so, it must comply with the following requirements: The child care program must have written authorization from the custodial parent or legal guardian to give prescription and non-prescription medications. Use of diaper creams and insect repellant may only be utilized with written permission from parents/guardians. Manufacturer instructions must be followed.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 40 - Medication
Official code
40-09
Higher concern: Medication
Report finding
Medication was not stored in either a locked area or inaccessible and out of a childs reach. CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, G Health Requirements [SR]
Report comments
Counselor found destin on a cabinet in the middle left classroom that was accessible to children. The destin cream was removed from the classroom and not accessible to children. Technical assistance was provided to the Provider that child care programs are not required to give medication; however, if a program chooses to do so, it must comply with the following requirements: The child care program must have written authorization from the custodial parent or legal guardian to give prescription and non-prescription medications. Use of diaper creams and insect repellant may only be utilized with written permission from parents/guardians. Manufacturer instructions must be followed.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 40 - Medication
Official code
40-15
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
Report comments
Counselor found that the Provider failed to remove old employees on the clearing house roster. The old employees should be removed from the clearing house roster. Technical assistance was provided to the Provider that the facility has ten days to remove and add all employees that start or end their employment at the facility.
Correction status
Due by April 6, 2023
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RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
Official code
45-09
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
Report finding
There were no daily attendance records or they were unavailable for review by the licensing authority. CCF Handbook, Section 7, B.4 Record Keeping [SR]
Report comments
Counselor found that the one year old classroom did not have a classroom attendance. The attendance was taken by the Teacher. Technical assistance was provided to the Provider that the 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
The facility did not have 35 square feet of usable floor space per child for the number of children observed in care. The facility had a capacity of [14] based on 35 square feet and [15] children were observed in care. CCF Handbook , Section 3.4.2, D Physical Environment [SR]
Report comments
15 children were in a classroom with a classroom with a capacity of 14. During the onsite visit the classroom was within the classroom capacity. Technical assistance was provided to the provider that all classrooms should not go over the classroom capacity.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 15 - Licensed Capacity
Official code
15-03
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
How do you maintain the outdoor play areas to ensure they remain free of hazards for the children?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from an inspection in July 2026 note that the outdoor play area contained hazards that could pose a risk to children. This question helps parents understand the center's current maintenance routines for play equipment and grounds.
Context
The inspection report noted that the provider was given technical assistance to maintain the area and address specific hazards.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your current process for tracking and ensuring that all staff members complete their required training on time?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records show that staff training requirements have been a recurring topic in multiple reports, including findings from 2024 and 2026. This question helps parents understand the administrative systems in place to keep staff credentials current.
Related violations
Finding-specific
Could you explain how you manage and update student health and immunization records to ensure they remain current?
Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report indicates that maintaining current student health and immunization records has appeared as a concern in more than one visit. This question helps parents understand how the center stays organized regarding health documentation.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps do you take to ensure that all incident reports are fully documented with the required details and signatures?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records show that documentation of accidents and incidents has been noted in past reports as needing more complete information. This question helps parents understand the center's communication and record-keeping standards when an incident occurs.
Related violations
General question
How do you communicate with families about daily routines and any changes in classroom activities?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Understanding how a center keeps families informed helps parents feel connected to their child's daily experience and ensures they are aware of the center's standard operating procedures.