Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 2.43
- Local median
- 1.41
Kids Cove Child Care Center
38839 5th Ave, Zephyrhills, FL 33542
- License:
- C06PA0297
- 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, Infant Care, Transportation
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 6:00AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 134
- License expiration:
- September 29, 2026
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
Recent higher-concern violation
At least one higher-concern violation appears in the last 12 months.
Next: Read reports, examine repeated topics below, look at the broader history, and ask what changed afterward.
Latest inspectionJanuary 14, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsDecember 11, 2025
Summary
This summary covers 21 available inspections for Kids Cove Child Care Center from January 9, 2023 through January 14, 2026.
12 inspections recorded violations, with 51 recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on January 14, 2026 and involved facility condition, with a due date of February 14, 2026.
Hazardous access was a higher-concern topic that showed up in four inspections.
The available reports do not include a later inspection with no recorded violations after that violation.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 21
- Recorded violations
- 51
- Higher-concern violations
- 15
- Repeated topics
- 7
6 in last 12 months
8 in last 12 months
1 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
21 total inspections vs 14.5 local median in 33542
Compared to 12 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 43%
- Local median
- 20%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 57%
- Local median
- 47%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 7
- 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.
Facility condition
Appeared across 6 inspections, with 13 recorded violations.
August 23, 2023January 17, 2024May 3, 2024September 11, 2024July 28, 2025January 14, 2026Health or food records
Appeared across 4 inspections, with 4 recorded violations.
January 17, 2024September 11, 2024November 5, 2025January 14, 2026Attendance accountability
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
August 23, 2023May 3, 2024September 11, 2024Hazardous access
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
August 23, 2023May 3, 2024November 5, 2025Staff training
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 7 recorded violations.
August 23, 2023January 17, 2024September 11, 2024Administrative posting
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
January 17, 2024September 11, 2024Background screening
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
May 3, 2024September 11, 2024Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- There was evidence or the presence of rodent or vermin observed in the facility. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed an area of the facility had the presence of vermin. The Operator has been given until 2/14/2026 to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 A: General Health and Safety Requirements A. All childcare 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 February 14, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-09
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Stored food was not consumed or discarded on or before the expiration date listed by the manufacturer. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed stored 4 milk containers that were not consumed or discarded on or before the expiration date listed by the manufacturer. Expired Milk: 2 containers of milk expired 1/10/2026, 1 container of milk expired 1/8/2026, 1 container of milk expired 1/9/2026. This standard has been brought back into compliance in that a staff member disposed of the expired milk. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, B: Food Storage: Proper storage of food is essential to prevent food contamination, as well as, insect and rodent infestation. Correct handling and storage of all ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-18
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Diaper changing occurred on a surface that was not impermeable. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, E (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed 2 diaper changing mats with surfaces that were not impermeable in the infant and Two-year-olds classroom located in the front room near the front entrance. The Operator has been given until 2/14/2026 to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, E. When children in diapers are in care, there must be a diaper changing area with an impermeable surface that is cleaned and sanitized or disinfected after each use.
- Correction status
- Due by February 14, 2026
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
- Official code
- 30-06
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- The facilitys storage of harmful items including cleaning supplies, flammable products, and poisonous, toxic and hazardous materials allowed access by children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, the licensing specialist observed a spray bottle of "Method All Purpose Cleaner" on top of a shelf that was accessible to the children in care. During the inspection the standard was brought back into compliance when the director removed the spray bottle of "Method All Purpose Cleaner," and place it out of reach of children. The director was provided Technical Assistance during the inspection and informed of the regulation. 3.2 Toxic/Hazardous Material/Firearms/Weapons B. All potentially harmful items, including cleaning supplies, flammable products, poisonous, toxic, and hazardous materials, must be labeled and used according to manufacturers recommend ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 13 - Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons
- Official code
- 13-02
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]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection the licensing specialist observed that three employees did not have documentation of the required annual refresher education of the facility's exposure plan. During the inspection the licensing specialist informed the director that she has until 12/05/2025 to bring the standard back into compliance. During the inspection the licensing specialist provided technical assistance and informed the director of the regulation. 6 Health Requirements 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 dir ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by December 5, 2025
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 35 - Communicable Disease Control
- Official code
- 35-12
Medium concern: Incident records
- Report finding
- Child care personnel failed to document an accident or incident on the day that it occurred. CCF Handbook, Section 6.4, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection the director informed the licensing specialist that she could not find the accident report and stated the teacher didn't write one. She also informed the licensing specialist that she was unaware that a child was bit, therefore she did not follow up with the teacher to ensure that she created an accident report. During the inspection the licensing specialist informed the director that she has until 12/05/2025, to bring the standard back into compliance. Technical Assistance was provided to the director at the time of inspection to inform her of the regulation. 6.4 Accident/Incident Notification A. All accidents and incidents or unusual occurrences that a ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by December 5, 2025
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 39 - Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation
- Official code
- 39-03
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The personnel/ volunteer (ten hours or more per month) record did not include a CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form signed annually. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection the licensing specialist observed that one employee did not have a current Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form signed annually. During the inspection the director was informed that she has until 12/05/2025 to come back into compliance with the standard. During the inspection the director was provided Technical Assistance and informed of the regulation. 7.4 Personnel Records Records must be maintained and kept current on all child care personnel, as defined by Section 402.302(3), F.S. These records shall be on-site, available for review by the licensing authority and must include: C. CF-FSP Form 5337, Child Abuse & Neglect Reporting Requir ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by December 5, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-04
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- There was evidence or the presence of rodent or vermin observed in the facility. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed roaches in the infants and young ones classroom (not in use) and in the adult bathroom. The director was given until August 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 must be inspected daily ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by August 28, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-09
Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
- Report finding
- A ratio of [3] child care personnel for [31] children is required. A ratio of [2] child care personnel for [31] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- The ratio was non - compliant: 2:1 - Infants 4:2 - 1 year old's 31:2 - 6(2year old's), 9(3 year old's), 7(4 year old's), 9(School Age) During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed 31 children and 2 adults in the main room. The ages and the amount were 6( 2 year old's), 9 (3 year old's), 7(4 year old's), 9(School Age). The staff took the children to their individual classrooms which brought the ratio back in compliance. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 2.3.1 Mixed Age Groups A. In groups of mixed age ranges, where children under one year of age are included, one child care personnel must be responsible for ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Ratio Sufficient
- Official code
- 03-01
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]
- Correction / follow-up note
- 12-2: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed at there was an area in the facility that was not in good repair in that the sink in the kitchen was leaking. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, 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 must be inspected daily for basic health and safety. Any problems must be corrected before the play area is used by children. Do ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by October 11, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Running water was not available and within reach of children using the toileting facility. CCF Handbook, Section 3.7, H (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- 21-13: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the infant rooms portable handwashing sink did not have any water. During the inspection, water was added to the portable sink. This is being marked corrected at the time of the inspection. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 3.7, H: Running water, soap, trash receptacles, toilet paper, and disposable towels or hand drying machines that are properly installed and maintained must be available and within reach of children using the bathroom.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 21 - Restrooms and Bath Facilities
- Official code
- 21-13
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The facility's menu was not [ did not have substitutions noted]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, H (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- 26-1: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the menu was not updated with the foods that were substituted for lunch on 9/11/2024, in that the menu stated that that they were having coleslaw and bread for lunch and the facility had green beans and tortillas instead. The menu was updated. This is being marked corrected at the time of the inspection. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, H 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 must be noted on the menu. A ... [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: 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)
- Inspector notes
- During the time of inspection, the Owner/Operator/Director advised the Licensing Specialist that there 17 employees. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 17 of the 17 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. 33-01: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that there was 1 child care personnel that did not complete the DCF 40 hours of introduction training within 12 months of their child care industry date. During the inspection, Licensing S ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by October 11, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-01
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility was required to have at least [3] credentialed child care personnel and had [2] credentialed child care personnel CCF Handbook, Section 4.6.1, B
- Correction / follow-up note
- 34-1: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that there was not enough staff credentialed employees on site. Licensing Specialist observed that there were 68 children on site, which required 3 employees to have a staff credential on-site and only observed 2 employees with a staff credential on-site. The director advised that the owner has a staff credential and they were coming to the facility. The owner arrived at the facility. This is being marked corrected at the time of the inspection. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 4.6.1, B: For every 20 children, a child care facility must have one child car ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 34 - Credentialed Staff
- Official code
- 34-01
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]
- Inspector notes
- 35-12: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that there was no documentation that the exposure plan was reviewed annually for 4 employees and there was no documentation that the exposure plan was reviewed before they started working for 1 employee. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 6: 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 universa ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by October 11, 2024
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 35 - Communicable Disease Control
- Official code
- 35-12
Higher concern: Medication
- Report finding
- Medication which had expired or is no longer being administered was not discarded or returned to the custodial parent or legal guardian. CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, H (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- 40-17: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that there was an expire diaper cream (Aquaphor exp 6/2024) in the three year old classroom. During the inspection, staff discarded the diaper cream. This is being marked corrected at the time of the inspection. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, H Medication that has expired or that is no longer being dispensed must be returned to the custodial parent or legal guardian or discarded.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 40 - Medication
- Official code
- 40-17
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- An employment history verification was not documented and on file. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse: The Background Screening Clearinghouse will generate e-mails and send you, the provider, a reminder at 60, 30, and 21 days prior to the retention date expiration. Please note, you will only receive that notification for the staff that are on your facility/home roster. Please keep your roster current in the Clearinghouse to avoid confusion on expiration dates, or unwanted notifications. 45-4: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that there was 1 employee that did not have the documentation that the 5 year employment history verifications were conducted. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided techni ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by October 11, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-04
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- Attendance records did not include the time of each childs arrival and departure. CCF Handbook, Section 7.5 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- 46-02: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the attendance was not accurate in the young one year old classroom in that there were 5 one year olds in the classroom and only 3 children signed in and the infant classroom attendance was inaccurate in that that there were 4 children in the classroom and 5 children signed in. Staff stated that 1 child was moved into a different classroom. The teachers corrected the attendance. This is being marked corrected at the time of the inspection. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 7.5 Daily attendance of children must be taken and recorded accurately by the ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 46 - Daily Attendance
- Official code
- 46-02
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 10, number 1) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- 12-2: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that certain areas in the facility were not in good repair, in that that toilet in the hallway bathroom was not operational, the cabinet was broken in the school age bathroom, an outlet plate was cracked in the school age room, a toy bucket was cracked in the three year old room, and a plastic ride on bus had a broken handle on the toddler playground. 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 ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by June 3, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- A potentially harmful item, [two spray bottles], was not labeled as required. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B (Section 10, number 4) Physical Environment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- 13-01: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that there was spray bottles with chemicals inside were not labeled, one spray bottle in the two year old room and one spray bottle in the one year old class (back corner room). This is being marked corrected at the time of the inspection. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, All potentially harmful items, including cleaning supplies, flammable products, poisonous, toxic, and hazardous materials, must be labeled and used according to manufacturers recommendation. These items, as well as knives, sharp tools, and other potentially dangerous hazards, must be stored in a locked area ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 13 - Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons
- Official code
- 13-01
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- The toileting facility did not have: [ soap] , and within the reach of children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.7, H (Section 10.6, number 7) Physical Environment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- 21-14: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the handwashing station in the two year old room did not have soap. During the inspection, soap was added. This is being marked corrected at the time of the inspection. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, Running water, soap, trash receptacles, toilet paper, and disposable towels or hand-drying machines that are properly installed and maintained must be available and within reach of children using the bathroom.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 21 - Restrooms and Bath Facilities
- Official code
- 21-14
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- The hand washing station in the diapering area did not include [ running water]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, A (Section 12.3, number 1) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- 30-2: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the handwashing sink (portable) was not operational in that water did not come out when it was turned on in the infant class. During the inspection, staff added water to the portable sink. 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, 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.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
- Official code
- 30-02
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 (Section 12.3, number 6) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- 30-7: During the inspection, Child Care Regulation also observed items not related to diaper changing being stored on the diaper changing table in the two year old classroom (cheerios, milk, paper bowls, attendance and teachers sweater. During the inspection, the items were removed, This is being marked corrected at the time of the inspection. During the inspection, Child Care Regulation provided technical assistance, Items unrelated to diaper changing shall not be stored in the diaper changing area nor shall they be placed on the diaper changing table.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
- Official code
- 30-07
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- An employment history verification was not documented and on file. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, D
- Correction / follow-up note
- 45-4: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that 1 employee did not have documentation that the 5 Year Employment history was verified. During the inspection, Child Care Regulation provided technical assistance, The employer/owner/operator must conduct employment history checks, including documented attempts to contact each employer that employed the individual within the preceding five years, and documentation of the findings. Documentation must include the applicants job title and description of his/her regular duties, confirmation of employment dates, and level of job performance. The employer/owner/operator must make at least three attempts to obtain employ ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by June 3, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-04
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- Attendance records did not include the time of each childs arrival and departure. CCF Handbook, Section 7.5 (Section 19.3, number 1) Record Keeping [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- 46-2: During the inspection, Child Care Regulation observed classroom attendance roster was not accurate in the three year old room (7 children present, 3 children signed in), and in the infant room (4 children present, 0 children signed in). During the inspection, the all the children were added to the roster. This is being marked corrected at the time of the inspection. During the inspection, Child Care Regulation provided technical assistance, Daily attendance of children must be taken and recorded accurately by the child care personnel, documenting the time when each child enters and departs the program. Attendance devices used for the purposes of tracking attendance may ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 46 - Daily Attendance
- Official code
- 46-02
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The vehicle alarm installed was not in working condition. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, the director advised that currently there is one transportation vehicle, a 2014 Ford E350 (A64375) that was last inspected on 5/2/2023 and is insured through Progressive Insurance with an expiration date of 7/11/2024. 7-6: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the one vehicle had the vehicle alarm installed, however it was non- operational in that the alarm stated that the child protective system is disabled and that the alarm did not go off. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, F. By January 1, 2022 all vehicles used by child care facilities to transport children must be equipped with a reliable ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by February 19, 2024
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 07 - Vehicle Requirements
- Official code
- 07-06
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- The toileting facility did not have: [ paper towels or hand drying machines] , and within the reach of children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.7, H (Section 10.6, number 7) Physical Environment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- 21-14: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the 2 bathrooms in the VPK bathroom did not have paper towels by each hand washing sink. During the inspection, staff added paper towels to the two bathrooms. This is being marked corrected at the time of the inspection. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, Running water, soap, trash receptacles, toilet paper, and disposable towels or hand-drying machines that are properly installed and maintained must be available and within reach of children using the bathroom.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 21 - Restrooms and Bath Facilities
- Official code
- 21-14
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
- 26-1: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the facility did not update the posted menu with the foods that were substituted for lunch. The menu stated that lunch should have been mac and cheese, peas and pears when what was served was chicken Alfredo pasta and corn. During the inspection, staff updated the posted menu. 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 must be noted on the menu.
- 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: Facility condition
- Report finding
- The hand washing station in the diapering area did not include [ running water]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, A (Section 12.3, number 1) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- 30-2: During the inspection, Child Care Regulation observed that the handwashing sink (portable) was not operational in that water did not come out when it was turned on in the two year old class. During the inspection, staff added water to the portable sink. 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, 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.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
- Official code
- 30-02
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
- Inspector notes
- 33-1: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed 1 child care personnel did not complete the DCF 40 hours of introductory training within 12 months of starting the DCF courses, exceeding 15 months. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, During the inspection, Child Care Regulation provided assistance, 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 begi ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by February 19, 2024
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- Report section
- 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
- Correction / follow-up note
- 33-6: During the inspection, Child Care Regulation observed 1 child care personnel that did not complete the 5 hour early literacy within 12 months of their child care industry start date. During the inspection, Child Care Regulation provided technical assistance, Pursuant to Section 402.305(2)(e)5., F.S., all child care personnel must complete a single course of training in early literacy and language development of children ages birth through five years that is a minimum of five clock hours or .5 CEUs. Early literacy training must be completed within 12 months of date of employment in the child care industry. Proof of completion may be documented on a certificate of course ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by February 19, 2024
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- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-06
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documented proof that all child care personnel were trained and knowledgeable within 30 days of date of hire in [ the use of fire extinguishers]. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.3 and 4.2.5
- Inspector notes
- 33-9: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed 3 employees did not have documentation that the fire extinguisher training completed within 30 days of their hire date. During the inspection, Child Care Regulation provided technical assistance, All child care personnel shall be trained in the use and operation of a fire extinguisher, at each facility they are employed, within 30 days of date of hire. The facility must maintain documentation that all child care personnel have completed training.
- Correction status
- Due by February 19, 2024
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- Report section
- 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
- 35-12: During the inspection, Child Care Regulation 2 employees did not review the exposure plan before they started working at the facility. 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 exposure to blood and p ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by February 19, 2024
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- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 35 - Communicable Disease Control
- Official code
- 35-12
No recorded violations in this report
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 (Section 10, number 4) Physical Environment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- 13-3: During the inspection, Child Care Regulation observed chemicals accessible to the children in care, in that there was a closet that was not locked with Clorox, window cleaner and glass cleaner. During the inspection, the closet was locked. In the school age bathroom, there was disinfectant cleaner in the cabinet. During the inspection, the disinfectant was moved out of the childrens reach. This is being marked corrected at the time of the inspection. During the inspection, Child Care Regulation provided technical assistance, All potentially harmful items, including cleaning supplies, flammable products, poisonous, toxic, and hazardous materials, must be labeled and used ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 13 - Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons
- Official code
- 13-03
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Bedding and/or linens were not stored in a sanitary manner. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1, G & H (Section 12.4, number 6) Physical Environment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- 18-12: During the inspection, Child Care Regulation observed that the bedding in the four-year-old classroom were stacked on top of each other in a basket and Child Care Regulation observed bedding touching each other on a shelf under the diaper changing table. The director advised that laundry gets done on Friday. During the inspection, the bedding was separated and stored separately. This is being marked corrected at the time of the inspection. During the inspection, Child Care Regulation provided technical assistance, Bedding and linens, when not in use, must be stored in a sanitary manner which prevents the spread of germs or lice from other linens. All bedding and linens ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 18 - Bedding and Linens
- Official code
- 18-12
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 (Section 12.3, number 6) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- 30-7: During the inspection, Child Care Regulation also observed items not related to diaper changing being stored on the diaper changing table in the one year old classroom (bananas, sippy cups, water, plastic spoons and cheerios. Child Care Regulation observed also bedding being stored in the diaper changing area, under the diaper changing table in the two-year-old room. Child Care Regulation also observed items not related to diaper changing being stored on the diaper changing table (bananas, sippy cups, water, plastic spoons, and cheerios. During the inspection, the items were removed, This is being marked corrected at the time of the inspection. During the inspection, Ch ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
- Official code
- 30-07
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documentation to show child care personnel had begun the introductory training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.1
- Inspector notes
- Child Care Regulation monitored the 2022-2023 10 hours of annual in-service training. 33-3: During the inspection, Child Care Regulation observed 1 child care personnel that did not start the DCF 40 hours of introductory training within 90 days of starting in the child care industry. During the inspection, Child Care Regulation provided technical assistance, 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 con ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by September 22, 2023
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- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-03
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documentation to show completion of a Department approved five-hour early literacy and language development course for child care personnel within 12 months of date of employment in child care industry and/or the early literacy course documentation was not uploaded in the Florida Pathways/Registry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.2 and 4.5, C
- Correction / follow-up note
- 33-6: During the inspection, Child Care Regulation observed 1 child care personnel that did not complete the 5 year early literacy training within 12 months of their child care industry start date. During the inspection, Child Care Regulation provided technical assistance, Pursuant to Section 402.305(2)(e)5., F.S., all child care personnel must complete a single course of training in early literacy and language development of children ages birth through five years that is a minimum of five clock hours or .5 CEUs. Early literacy training must be completed within 12 months of date of employment in the child care industry. Proof of completion may be documented on a certificate o ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by September 22, 2023
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- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-06
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- Attendance records did not include the time of each childs arrival and departure. CCF Handbook, Section 7.5 (Section 19.3, number 1) Record Keeping [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- 46-2: During the inspection, Child Care Regulation observed classroom attendance roster was not accurate in the four-year-old room (17 children present, 8 children signed in), and in the one year old room (6 children present, 4 children signed in). During the inspection, the all the children were added to the roster. This is being marked corrected at the time of the inspection. During the inspection, Child Care Regulation provided technical assistance, Daily attendance of children must be taken and recorded accurately by the child care personnel, documenting the time when each child enters and departs the program. Attendance devices used for the purposes of tracking attendanc ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- RECORD KEEPING - 46 - Daily Attendance
- Official code
- 46-02
No recorded violations in this report
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]
- Inspector notes
- 30-6: : During the inspection, Child Care Regulation observed that the diaper changing mat in the old two year old class and in the hallway diaper changing area had a tear in it, exposing the foam within. 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
- Due by June 7, 2023
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- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
- Official code
- 30-06
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 15.1, number 2)(Section 15.1, number 4) Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- 39-4: During the inspection, Child Care Regulation observed 5 accident/incident reports that were not signed by the custodial parent on the same day that the incident occurred. During the inspection, Child Care Regulation provided technical assistance, Documentation must include the name of the affected party, date and time of the occurrence, description of the occurrence, actions taken and by whom, and appropriate signatures of program child care personnel and the custodial parent or legal guardian. Program child care personnel signatures may include the director/child care personnel that witnessed the incident, who were involved in the incident, and/or responded to the childs needs.
- Correction status
- Due by June 7, 2023
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- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 39 - Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation
- Official code
- 39-04
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- The attendance roster did not accompany the group of children in that [see below].CCF Handbook, Section 7.5, A
- Correction / follow-up note
- 46-7: During the inspection, Child Care Regulation observed that the old two year old classroom did not have an attendance roster in the classroom. Staff advised that they left their attendance outside. During the inspection, someone brought the attendance to the classroom. This is being marked corrected at the time of the inspection. During the inspection, Child Care Regulation provided technical assistance, Attendance devices used for the purposes of tracking attendance may be used, but personnel must ensure the accuracy of the documented attendance. Each classroom must have an attendance sheet/class roster for the group of children occupying that space. Attendance sheet/cl ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- RECORD KEEPING - 46 - Daily Attendance
- Official code
- 46-07
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- There was evidence or the presence of rodent or vermin observed in the facility. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During time of inspection, Child Care Regulation observed 3 roaches, dead, in the kitchen (1 dead in the freezer, 1 dead in the bottom cabinet, 1 dead in the top cabinet). During time of inspection staff cleaned up the dead roaches and threw them in the garbage.
- Correction status
- Due by March 28, 2023
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- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-09
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 Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During time of inspection, Child Care Regulation observed the facility did not have documentation to show 1 childcare personnel had a current Child Abuse/Neglect Mandatory Reporting Requirements form. Technical assistance was given per CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, C TA- C. 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 March 28, 2023
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- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-04
Higher concern: Sleep safety
- Report finding
- Child/ren were placed in a crib, playpen, play yard or other sleeping and napping bedding with items that could pose a strangulation or suffocation risk. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.4, A
- Inspector notes
- Child Care Licensing observed a 10-month-old sleeping in a crib with a blanket, bottle and pacifier during time of inspection. TA provided regarding sleeping practices for infants that eliminates any strangulation/suffocation hazards. There should be nothing in the crib with the child during napping/sleeping. The blanket, bottle and pacifier were all removed from the crib at the time of the inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 20 - Crib Requirements
- Official code
- 20-06
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The facility's transportation log did not include [secondary signatures and time off the vehicle ]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.2 (Section 6.2, number 3) General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- 5-4: During the inspection, Child Care Regulation observed 6 transportation logs entries that were missing either the time off the vehicle or the secondary signature between 10/7/2022-1/4/2023. During the inspection, Child Care Regulation provided technical assistance, A. A log must be maintained for all children being transported in a vehicle or on foot away from and/or to the premises of the child care facility. The log must be retained on file at the facility for a minimum of 12 months and available for review by the licensing authority. The log must include: 1. Each childs name, 2. The date and time of departure, 3. Time of arrival at the destination, 4. The signature of ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by February 8, 2023
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- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 05 - Transportation
- Official code
- 05-04
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- There was evidence or the presence of rodent or vermin observed in the facility. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 10, number 1) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- 12-9: During the inspection, Child Care Regulation observed roaches, dead and alive, in the kitchen (2 alive on the refrigerator, 2 dead on the floor, 4 alive in the cabinets and 2 dead in the cabinets). During the inspection, staff killed the roaches and threw them in the garbage. 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 an ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by February 9, 2023
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- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-09
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- The facility did not have electrical outlet covers or the outlet covers were not in place. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, I
- Correction / follow-up note
- 12-18: During the inspection, Child Care Regulation observed outlets not covered in multiple classrooms (3 in VPK, 2 in the one year old room, and 3 in the three year old room). During the inspection, staff covered the outlets. This is being marked corrected at the time of the inspection. During the inspection, Child Care Regulation provided technical assistance, All accessible electrical outlets must be tamper-resistant electrical outlets that contain internal shutter mechanisms to prevent children from sticking objects into receptacles. In settings that do not have tamper-resistant electrical outlets, outlets shall have safety covers.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-18
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- The hand washing sink was used for something other than hand washing in that [sippy cups were in the handwashing only sink]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, C (Section 12.2, number 4) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- 30-3: During the inspection, Child Care Regulation observed 6 sippy cups in the handwashing only sink in the One year old classroom. During the inspection, staff removed the sippy cups. This is being marked corrected at the time of the inspection. During the inspection, Child Care Regulation provided technical assistance, Handwashing sinks must not be used for food service preparation, dishwashing, or food clean up.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
- Official code
- 30-03
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documentation to show completion of a Department approved five-hour early literacy and language development course for child care personnel within 12 months of date of employment in child care industry and/or the early literacy course documentation was not uploaded in the Florida Pathways/Registry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.2 and 4.5, C
- Correction / follow-up note
- 33-6: During the inspection, Child Care Regulation observed 1 child care personnel that did not complete the 5 hour early literacy training within 12 months of their child care industry date. During the inspection, Child Care Regulation provided technical assistance, Pursuant to Section 402.305(2)(e)5., F.S., all child care personnel must complete a single course of training in early literacy and language development of children ages birth through five years that is a minimum of five clock hours or .5 CEUs. Early literacy training must be completed within 12 months of date of employment in the child care industry. Proof of completion may be documented on a certificate of cour ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by February 8, 2023
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-06
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 17 employees. During the inspection, Child Care Regulation monitored 17 of the 17 employee records. 44-4: During the inspection, Child Care Regulation observed 1 employee that did not sign the Child Abuse and Neglect form annually. During the inspection, Child Care Regulation 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 February 8, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-04
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
What steps does the center take to ensure that cleaning supplies and other potentially harmful items are always stored securely and out of reach of children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records show that there have been multiple instances where cleaning supplies or hazardous materials were found accessible to children in care. Asking about current storage practices helps clarify how the facility maintains a secure environment for all children.
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Finding-specific
Can you walk me through your process for documenting daily attendance to ensure every child is accounted for at all times?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report noted instances where classroom attendance rosters did not accurately reflect the number of children present. This question helps parents understand how the staff tracks arrivals and departures throughout the day.
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Finding-specific
What is your process for verifying the employment history of new staff members during the hiring process?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records show that documentation for required employment history verifications was missing for some staff members. This question allows the director to explain how they ensure all background screening requirements are met and documented.
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Finding-specific
How do you maintain the cleanliness and repair of your facility, particularly regarding diapering areas and general sanitation?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records indicate repeated findings related to facility maintenance, including sanitation and the condition of diapering surfaces. Asking about the current maintenance schedule and cleaning protocols helps parents understand how the center keeps the environment clean and in good repair.
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Finding-specific
How does the center ensure that all staff members are up to date on their required training and professional development?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report highlights several instances where staff training documentation was incomplete or missing. This question helps parents understand how the facility tracks and manages ongoing staff education requirements.
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