Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 2.22
- Local median
- 1.41
Zephyr Angels Preschool
5006 5th St, Zephyrhills, FL 33542
- License:
- C06PA0002
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 13, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, VPK, After School, Before School, Drop In, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:00AM to 5:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 47
- License expiration:
- April 6, 2027
Typical cost: $1,278 - $1,322 (Under 1)
Child’s age
$1,278 - $1,322/mo
Median daily rate: $59.00 - $61.00
Official Florida Division of Early Learning Pasco County data.
Not this provider’s price.
Inspection snapshot
Questions worth asking
The available records raise questions worth asking before enrolling.
Next: Review the inspection history below and ask the provider what the records mean and what changed afterward.
Latest inspectionMarch 17, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMarch 17, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 18 available inspections for Zephyr Angels Preschool from March 10, 2023 through March 17, 2026.
Nine inspections recorded violations, with 40 recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on March 13, 2026 and involved emergency preparedness, with a due date of April 13, 2026.
Background screening was a higher-concern topic that showed up in one inspection.
A later inspection showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether it was a formal follow-up.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 18
- Recorded violations
- 40
- Higher-concern violations
- 5
- Repeated topics
- 6
4 in last 12 months
6 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
18 total inspections vs 14.5 local median in 33542
Compared to 12 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 17%
- Local median
- 20%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 50%
- Local median
- 47%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 6
- Local average
- 3.25
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 6 inspections, with 7 recorded violations.
November 6, 2023March 15, 2024July 19, 2024March 27, 2025November 6, 2025March 13, 2026Facility condition
Appeared across 4 inspections, with 5 recorded violations.
November 6, 2023March 15, 2024March 27, 2025March 13, 2026Emergency preparedness
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
November 6, 2023March 27, 2025March 13, 2026Equipment or readiness
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 4 recorded violations.
March 15, 2024March 13, 2026Recordkeeping
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
November 6, 2023March 15, 2024Staff training
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
July 19, 2024March 27, 2025Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed in the 4/5 year old room the white shelf that is by the red exit door the surface is peeling and exposing the particle board. In the 2/3 year old room there is 3 holes in the wall above the sand table and 2 holes in the wall in the blocks center. In the bathroom the toilet to the right behind the toilet in the corner there is a brown spot on the white part of the wall and in the same area the putty is cracking. In the hallway in front of the bathroom the tile that is in front of the closet is broken and missing. The director was given until April 13, 2026, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, L ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 13, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facilitys outdoor play area contained litter, nails, glass or other hazards that posed a low potential for harm to children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed on the playground there is tape wrapped around the handle on the black bike and the green bike. There is a black substance on the white, green, and purple house, the steering wheel on the red train and the white kitchen set. The white picnic table the bench is cracked. The blue tunnel there is rust on the bars and the blue paint is peeling. The wagon is missing the safety straps. The director was given until April 13, 2026, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 3.5 A- Outdoor Play Area. A . The outdoor play area must be cle ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 13, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-01
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- The facility did not have a current and approved annual fire safety inspection by the local fire authority. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, A (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored the Fire Drill Log and observed documentation of the last fire drill having been conducted on 2/19/2026. The fire extinguisher certifications are valid until 03/2026. ***During the inspection, a fire drill was conducted in the presence of the Licensing Specialist. There were 6 adults and 24 children present. During the inspection, the provider stated they do not have one that the fire marshal is coming out to complete it on 3/18/26 . The director was given until April 6, 2026, to come into compliance with this standard. The provider was given extra time to bring this standard back into compliance due to being put on a ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 13, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-02
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
- During the time of the inspection, the Operator advised the Licensing Specialist that there are currently 40 children enrolled. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 40 of the 40 childrens records. Licensing Specialist observed two children who had missing immunization form. The director was given until April 13, 2026, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 B 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 Pa ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 13, 2026
More details
- Report section
- 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 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of the inspection, the Operator advised the Licensing Specialist that there are currently 40 children enrolled. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 40 of the 40 childrens records. Licensing Specialist observed two children who had a missing physical form. The director was given until April 13, 2026, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 C 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, whic ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 13, 2026
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
- Official code
- 42-01
No recorded violations in this report
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
- During the time of the inspection, the Operator advised the Licensing Specialist that there are currently 35 children enrolled. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 12 of the 35 childrens records (Classes Ones and Twos, including 5 newly enrolled childrens files since the last inspection). During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed two children's file 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. The Operator has been given until 12/6/2025 to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, the Licen ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by December 6, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-01
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of inspection the licensing specialist observed in the children's bathroom the bottom of the wall behind the first toilet the dry wall is peeling. The director was given until April 28, 2025, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 3.1 A.- General Health and Safety Requirements. A. All child care facilities must be clean, in good repair, free from health and safety hazards and from evidence of, or presence of, vermin infestation. Indoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety and documented on a daily inspection log. Outdoor play areas mus ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 28, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- The floor mats available for children in care were not covered with an impermeable surface. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed in the VPK classroom 3 mats and in the two year olds classroom 1 mat that were ripped and exposing the foam. The director was given until April 28, 2025, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 3.6.1,D- Bedding and Linens. Each child in care must be provided safe and sanitary bedding to be used when napping or sleeping. Nap bedding is not required for school-age children; however, the program must provide an area for children that choose to rest. D. Floor mats must be at least one-inch thick and covered with an impermeable surface.
- Correction status
- Due by April 28, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 18 - Bedding and Linens
- Official code
- 18-06
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- 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 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- The last fire drill documented on the fire drill log was on 3/27/2025 with the licensing specialist. The fire extinguisher certification(s) are valid until 3/2026. The annual fire inspection was conducted on 3/18/2024. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the fire inspection was not conducted annually in that the last inspection was conducted on 3/18/24.The director advised the specialist that the fire Marshal was just out and did their inspection. The director called the fire marshal at the time of the inspection and left a message requesting for a copy of her inspection. The director was given until April 28, 2028, to come into compliance with this stan ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 28, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Open packages of dried goods were not [ properly covered or sealed]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, E (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed corn chips, soft taco shells was opened and not properly sealed(the bag of corn chips was folded over), Cheerios that were stored in a clear cereal container's lid wasn't closing properly. The director brought this standard back in compliance at the time of inspection by throwing the food into the garbage. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Hand book, Section 3.9.2, E Food Storage E. Opened packages of dried goods must be properly covered/sealed, properly stored, and discarded according to the manufacturers recommended date or if the quality of the food has been compromised.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-22
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- All child care personnel who completed DCF training did not complete additional DEL-approved health and safety training by required date. (Section 3.2.A.1. and 3.2.C Training Requirements, Page 7) [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of inspection, the Director advised the Licensing Specialist that there 6 employees. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 6 of the 6 employee records. REMINDER : In-service training for 2024/2025 fiscal year must be completed before July 1, 2025. During the time of the inspection, licensing specialist observed one personnel that did not complete one of the additional School Readiness training within the required date. The director was given until April 28, 2025, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, School Readiness Program Health and Safety Standa ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 28, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-16
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Open packages of dried goods were not [ properly covered or sealed]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, E
- Correction / follow-up note
- 24-22: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed two bags of nacho chips open and not sealed properly and a bag of soft tortillas opened and not sealed properly. During the inspection, the food items were discarded. This is being marked corrected at the time of the inspection. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance,, CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, E: Opened packages of dried goods must be properly covered/sealed, properly stored, and discarded according to the manufacturers recommended date or if the quality of the food has been compromised.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-22
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
- During the time of inspection, the Owner/Operator/Director advised the Licensing Specialist that there 6 employees. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 6 of the 6 employee records. Counselor reviewed 10 hours of annual in-service, completed, for all child care personnel for the 2023/2024 fiscal year. REMINDER : In-service training for 2024/2025 fiscal year must be completed before July 1, 2025. 33-07: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that there was no documentation on site for 2 child care personnel showing that they have completed the 10 hours of annual in-service between July 1, 2023 through Jun 30, 2024. Licensing Speci ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by July 31, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-07
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Areas of the facility were found to be in need of cleaning. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 10, number 1) Physical Environment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- 12-01: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the facility was not clean, in that, in the kitchen cabinet, there was a spill on the cabinet floor that appeared the have what looked like mold. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, All child care facilities must be clean, in good repair, free from health and safety hazards and from evidence of, or presence of, vermin infestation. Indoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety and documented on a daily inspection log. Outdoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety. Any problems must be corrected before the play area is used by ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 15, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-01
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facility did not provide shade on the playground. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, C (Section 10.7, numbers 4 and 5) Physical Environment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- 17-03: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the toddler playground did not have a shade structure. Staff advised that the shade was ripped by the weather. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, The outdoor play area must provide shade. Shade may be provided by trees, buildings, or structures.
- Correction status
- Due by April 15, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-03
Higher concern: Sleep safety
- Report finding
- A minimum distance of 18'' was not maintained between each napping/sleeping space. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.2, C (Section 10.4, number 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- 19-02: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that there were four napping mats with sleeping children in the Preschool classroom that were less than 18 inches apart. During the inspection, the napping mats were separated. This is being marked corrected at the time of the inspection. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, A minimum of 18 inches must be maintained around individual napping and sleeping spaces. A maximum of two sides of a napping or sleeping space may be against a solid barrier, such as the wall. The solid side of a crib does not meet the requirements for a solid barrier.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 19 - Nap/Sleep Space Requirements
- Official code
- 19-02
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Garbage containing food waste was not disposed of in a leak proof, nonabsorbent container with a tight fitting lid. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.1, A.8. (Section 17.1, number 1) Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- 24-11: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the food waste garbage in the first classroom (preschool room) that did not have a tight fitted lid, in that there was no lid. Staff tried to find the lid but was unable to. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, Leak-proof, non-absorbent containers covered with a tight-fitting lid for all food waste stored inside the facility. The container must be emptied, cleaned, and sanitized or disinfected daily.
- Correction status
- Due by April 15, 2024
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-11
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The facility's menu was not [ did not have substitutions noted]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, H
- Correction / follow-up note
- 26-01: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the menu was not accurate in that on 3/15/2024 there was grilled cheese sandwiches, peas, and chips for lunch, however the menu stated that lunch was bean sandwich, lettuce, tomato, orange slices and pita pockets. During the inspection, staff updated the menu for 3/15/2024 by adding the substitutions. This is being marked corrected at the time of the inspection. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, Meal and snack menus must be planned, written, dated, and posted at the beginning of each week in an easily seen place, accessible to the parents/guardians. Any menu substitutions ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 26 - Meal and Snack Menus
- Official code
- 26-01
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The play equipment was not maintained in a safe or sanitary condition for the children to use in that [a pedal was missing from the bicycle merry go round, making the wheel wiggly and a plastic picnic table was cracked in the seat and was missing plastic pieces]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B and F (Section 11.2, numbers 2 and 4) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- 32-03: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the outdoor equipment was not in good repair, in that a pedal was missing from the bicycle merry go round, making the wheel wiggly and a plastic picnic table was cracked in the seat and was missing plastic pieces. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, 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 mov ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by March 29, 2024
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-03
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The equipment used in the outdoor play area was not constructed and maintained according to manufacturers recommendations, and/or to allow for water drainage or open containers for water play were not emptied. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, F (Section 11.2, number 5) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- 32-09: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed on the toddler playground, a water table collected water. The water was dirty and a light green color. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, All equipment used in the outdoor play area must be constructed and maintained according to manufacturers recommendations and allow for water drainage. Any open containers with water must be emptied immediately after use, i.e. pots, toys, or other equipment that collects water.
- Correction status
- Due by April 15, 2024
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-09
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 19.4, number 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, the director advised that there are currently 6 employees. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist monitored 6 of the 6 employee records. 44-04: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the child abuse and neglect form was not signed annually for 6 people. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, 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
- Due by April 15, 2024
More details
- Report section
- 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
- Inspector notes
- 45-09: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the Background Screening Clearinghouse Roster and saw that 1 person was not given an end date within 10 days of their last day of employment. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, The employer/owner/operator must add child care personnel to their Employee/Contractor Roster in the Clearinghouse within 10 days of when the individual has received a child care eligible result and has been hired at the facility. Employer/owner/operator must add an end date for individuals on the Employee/Contractor Roster in the Clearinghouse within 10 days of the employment termination.
- Correction status
- Due by April 15, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-09
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
- Report finding
- A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [6] children is required. A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [16] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- 1:4 one year olds and two year olds 1:12 (4) two year olds, (7) three year olds and (1) four year olds 3-1: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist was in the front office reviewing files. Licensing Specialist observed the two and three year old teacher, leave the classroom and go into the staff bathroom. Licensing Specialist went into the two year old classroom and observed that the one year old/two year old teacher was watching both classrooms from the doorway. Licensing Specialist observed that the classrooms were not in ratio in that there was 1 teacher with 16 one year olds, two year olds, and three year olds. The two year old/three year old teacher came back to the ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Ratio Sufficient
- Official code
- 03-01
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- Children did not receive supervision as required by their age or required needs while toileting or bathing. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4.1, H General Requirements [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- 4-15: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed a child walk out of the bathroom into the hallway without their pants or underwear pulled up. Licensing Specialist went to the child and asked if they needed help and the child said yes. Licensing Specialist called for the teacher so that they could assist the child. The teacher advised that the child was two year olds. Licensing Specialist observed that the child did not throw away their pull-up. Licensing Specialist asked the child to throw away the pull-up in the garbage and had the child wash their hands. During the inspection, the child returned to their classroom. This is being marked corrected at the time of th ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
- Official code
- 04-15
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- A safety deficiency having a moderate potential for harm to the children in care was observed. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 Physical Environment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- 12-7: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that a one year old was in a high chair, eating. Licensing Specialist observed that the one year old was not buckled in. During the inspection, staff removed the one year old from the high chair. This is being marked corrected at the time of the inspection. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, All child care facilities must be clean, in good repair, free from health and safety hazards and from evidence of, or presence of, vermin infestation. Indoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety and documented on a daily inspection log. Outdoor play areas must be in ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-07
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- The facility did not maintain fire drill records for the months of operation for a minimum of 12 months from the date of the fire drill. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.4, C Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- The last fire drill documented on the fire drill log was on 9/12/2023. The fire extinguisher certification(s) are valid until 3/2024. The annual fire inspection was conducted on 3/21/2023. 23-9: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the fire drill log was not maintained in that the October 2023 fire drill was not documented on the fire drill log. Licensing Specialist advised that if they correct the non-compliances, then they can contact Licensing Specialist so that the reinspection can be completed sooner then the due date. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, A current attendance record and parent contact information ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by December 6, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-09
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Children were provided food that was not age appropriate and/or posed a choking hazard. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, B & C Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- 25-2: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the one year olds food was greater than 0.5 inches in length. Licensing Specialist observed 1 one year old with a whole pizza slice and 1 one year old with a graham cracker piece. During the inspection, staff broke the food up into the appropriate size. This is being marked corrected at the time of the inspection. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, Foods that are associated with young childrens choking incidents must not be served to children under 4 years of age, such as, but not limited to, whole/round hot dogs, popcorn, chips, pretzel nuggets, whole grapes, nuts, cheese ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 25 - Meals and Snacks
- Official code
- 25-02
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The facility did not maintain documentation that the parent(s) or legal guardian(s) of each child were provided information detailing the causes, symptoms, and transmission of the influenza virus annually during the months of August through September in that [36 childrens records did not have documentation that the custodial parents received a copy of the August/September 2023 Influenza brochure]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.3, C.4. Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, the director advised that there are currently 36 children enrolled. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist monitored 36 of the 36 children's records. Licensing Specialist monitored the September 2023 Distracted Driver Brochures. Licensing Specialist monitored the August/September 2023 Influenza Brochures. 43-6: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that 36 childrens records did not have documentation that the custodial parents received a copy of the August/September 2023 Influenza brochure. Licensing Specialist advised that if they correct the non-compliances, then they can contact Licensing Specialist so that the reinspection can be ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by December 6, 2023
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- RECORD KEEPING - 43 - Enrollment Information
- Official code
- 43-06
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- Child care personnel failed to possess a current attendance record and parent contact information during a fire drill, emergency preparedness drill or an actual emergency. CCF Handbook Section 3.8.4, C and 3.8.5, A (Section 14.3, number 2) Physical Environment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- The last fire drill was conducted on 6/12/023. During the inspection, a fire drill was conducted with Child Care Regulation. The fire extinguisher certification(s) are valid until 3/2024. The annual fire inspection was conducted on 3/21/2023. 23-12: During the inspection, Child Care Regulation conducted a fire drill. During the fire drill, Child Care Regulation asked staff if they had the emergency contacts for the children. Staff advised that the emergency contacts are in the childrens file binder on their enrollment form, however staff left the binder in the office. During the inspection, staff retrieved the childrens binder. This is being marked corrected at the time of th ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-12
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The food preparation area does not have a hand washing station or the hand washing station did not include the following: [the handwashing onl sink had dirty dishes in the sink in the kitchen]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.1, A.7.
- Correction / follow-up note
- 24-9: During the inspection, Child Care Regulation observed that the handwashing only sink in the kitchen had dirty dishes in the sink. During the inspection, staff removed the dirty dishes from the sink. This is being marked corrected at the time of the inspection. During the inspection, Child Care Regulation provided technical assistance, A separate handwashing station with hot running water, a minimum of 100 degrees Fahrenheit. The handwashing station must include a sink with running water and drainage, soap, trash can, and disposable towels or hand-drying machines that are properly installed and maintained. A handwashing sink shall not be used for any purpose other than h ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-09
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
- Inspector notes
- 35-12: During the inspection, Child Care Regulation observed 5 employees that did not have documentation stating that the exposure plan was reviewed annually. During the inspection, Child Care Regulation provided technical assistance, There are three common modes of transmission for the spread of microorganisms in child care settings: contact, droplet, and airborne. Many common infections encountered in the child care setting are transmitted by direct or indirect contact. Child care facilities shall develop a written exposure plan regarding universal safety precautions, recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), to follow in the event there is exposu ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by August 10, 2023
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- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 35 - Communicable Disease Control
- Official code
- 35-12
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The facility did not maintain documentation that the parent(s) or legal guardian(s) of each child were provided information regarding the potential for distracted adults to fail to drop off a child and leave them in the car annually during the months of April and September in that [ 8 distracted driver brochures that did not have the documentation that the custodial parent received a copy during April 2023]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.3, C.5.
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the inspection, the director advised that there are currently 35 children enrolled, 17 of which are newly enrolled since the last inspection. During the inspection, Child Care Regulation monitored 17 of the 17 children's records. Child Care Regulation monitored the April 2023 Distracted Driver Brochures. 43-10: During the inspection, Child Care Regulation observed 8 distracted driver brochures that did not have the documentation that the custodial parent received a copy during April 2023. During the inspection, Child Care Regulation provided technical assistance, Annually, in the months of April and September, the child care facility must provide parents/guardians of t ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by August 10, 2023
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- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 43 - Enrollment Information
- Official code
- 43-10
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- 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: During the inspection, teacher 1 advised that the child was placed in a highchair for about 2 minutes due to the child trying to step on other childrens heads during naptime, throwing herself to the ground, banging her head against the floor and trying to hit and bite teacher 1 and the director. Teacher 1 advised that the child was removed from the highchair when she had calmed herself down. The director advised that the child has only gone in the highchair a few times and that the child was placed in the highchair for 20-30 minutes due to the child throwing herself to the ground and banging her head against the floor. The director advised that she did not want the child ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
- Official code
- 04-09
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 10, number 1) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- 12-2: During the inspection, Child Care Regulation observed that the facility was not in good repair in that a base board in the Two/Three year old classroom. In the kitchen one of the draws came off exposing the screws. In the front bathroom, the wall was peeling off. During the inspection, Child Care Regulation provided technical assistance, All child care facilities must be clean, in good repair, free from health and safety hazards and from evidence of, or presence of, vermin infestation. Indoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety and documented on a daily inspection log. Outdoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety. Any ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 10, 2023
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- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documentation of a fire extinguisher being properly maintained to include being serviced and retagged timely, and/or with a current certificate. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, B (Section 14.2, number 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- 23-5: The last fire drill was conducted on 2/17/2023. The last fire inspection was conducted on 3/10/2022. During the inspection, Child Care Regulation observed that the fire extinguisher certification(s) are no longer valid in that they expired on 1/2023. During the inspection, Child Care Regulation provided technical assistance, Fire extinguishers with a minimum rating of 2A:10BC must be properly installed, serviced and maintained with current inspection tags at all times.
- Correction status
- Due by April 10, 2023
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- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-05
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The food preparation area does not have a hand washing station or the hand washing station did not include the following: [handwashing only sink had dishes inside]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.1, A.7.
- Correction / follow-up note
- 24-9: During the inspection, Child Care Regulation observed dishes in the handwashing only sink in the kitchen. During the inspection staff removed the dishes. This is being marked corrected at the time of the inspection. During the inspection, Child Care Regulation provided technical assistance, A separate handwashing station with hot running water, a minimum of 100 degrees Fahrenheit. The handwashing station must include a sink with running water and drainage, soap, trash can, and disposable towels or hand-drying machines that are properly installed and maintained. A handwashing sink shall not be used for any purpose other than handwashing. Handwashing stations must include ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-09
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Open packages of dried goods were not [ properly covered or sealed]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, E
- Correction / follow-up note
- 24-22: During the inspection, Child Care Regulation observed that opened dried goods were not seals or dated in that there was 2 pretzels not dated, 2 cheese itz not sealed and dated, 1 chex mix not dated, ritz cracked not sealed or dated, animal crackers not dated, and cheerios not dated. During the inspection, the sealed food items were dated and the not sealed food was thrown away. This is being marked corrected at the time of the inspection. During the inspection, Child Care Regulation provided technical assistance, Opened packages of dried goods must be properly covered/sealed, properly stored, and discarded according to the manufacturers recommended date or if the quali ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-22
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Diaper changing occurred on a surface that was not impermeable. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, E (Section 12.3, number 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- 30-6: During the inspection, Child Care Regulation observed that the diaper mat in the VPK classroom had a tear in it, exposing the foam within. During the inspection, staff removed the diaper mat. This is being marked corrected at the time of the inspection. During the inspection, Child Care Regulation provided technical assistance, 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
- Completed at time of inspection
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- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
- Official code
- 30-06
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The play equipment was not maintained in a safe or sanitary condition for the children to use in that [red riding car had plastic pieces missing, a tricycle with a basket was cracked, and the sand table was cracked in the middle]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B and F (Section 11.2, numbers 2 and 4) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- 32-3: During the inspection, Child Care Regulation observed the outdoor equipment was not in good repair in that red riding car had plastic pieces missing, a tricycle with a basket was cracked, and the sand table was cracked in the middle. During the inspection, staff removed the broken equipment. This is being marked corrected at the time of the inspection. During the inspection, Child Care Regulation provided technical assistance, 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 e ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-03
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The equipment used in the outdoor play area was not constructed and maintained according to manufacturers recommendations, and/or to allow for water drainage or open containers for water play were not emptied. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, F (Section 11.2, number 5) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- 32-9: During the inspection, Child Care Regulation observed a toy storage chest on the playground that collected water. The water was a dark green in color. During the inspection, staff removed the toy storage chest from the playground. This is being marked corrected at the time of the inspection. During the inspection, Child Care Regulation provided technical assistance, All equipment used in the outdoor play area must be constructed and maintained according to manufacturers recommendations and allow for water drainage. Any open containers with water must be emptied immediately after use, i.e. pots, toys, or other equipment that collects water.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-09
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 explain the current process for ensuring the annual fire safety inspection is completed and documented on time?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records show that the facility did not have a current and approved annual fire safety inspection during a recent report. Asking about the current process helps clarify how the center stays up to date with these requirements.
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Finding-specific
What is your routine for inspecting outdoor play equipment to ensure everything remains in good repair for the children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report noted that some outdoor play equipment had damaged surfaces or missing parts. This question helps parents understand how the center monitors the condition of the play area.
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Finding-specific
How do you manage the process of collecting and tracking required health and immunization records for all enrolled children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records indicate that some student health and immunization forms were missing from files at the time of the review. This question helps parents understand the administrative steps taken to ensure all files are complete.
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Finding-specific
What is your process for conducting regular maintenance and repairs to the facility's interior spaces?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records show that facility maintenance, such as wall and surface repairs, has been a topic in multiple inspections over the last few years. This question allows the director to explain how they handle ongoing facility upkeep.
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General question
How do you communicate with families about daily routines and safety practices at the center?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Understanding how a center communicates with parents helps families feel more involved and informed about their child's daily environment. This is a helpful way to gauge the center's transparency and partnership with parents.