Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 2.2
- Local median
- 1.83
Top Kids Bilingual Preschool New Port Richey Inc
6115 Central Ave, New Port Richey, FL 34653
- License:
- C06PA0329
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 13, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, VPK, After School, Before School, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care, Transportation
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 62
- License expiration:
- June 20, 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
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 inspectionMay 29, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMay 29, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 20 available inspections for Top Kids Bilingual Preschool New Port Richey Inc from February 17, 2023 through May 29, 2026.
Nine inspections recorded violations, with 44 recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on February 9, 2026 and involved equipment or readiness.
Transportation was a higher-concern topic that showed up in four inspections.
Two later inspections, from March 3, 2026 through May 29, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 20
- Recorded violations
- 44
- Higher-concern violations
- 12
- Repeated topics
- 7
7 in last 12 months
24 in last 12 months
7 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
20 total inspections vs 12 local median in 34653
Compared to 13 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 35%
- Local median
- 25%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 45%
- Local median
- 46%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 7
- Local average
- 3.08
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 11 recorded violations.
October 9, 2023February 5, 2025May 14, 2025September 11, 2025November 3, 2025February 9, 2026Facility condition
Appeared across 4 inspections, with 9 recorded violations.
September 19, 2024February 5, 2025May 14, 2025September 11, 2025Emergency preparedness
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
May 14, 2025September 11, 2025November 3, 2025Equipment or readiness
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
September 19, 2024September 11, 2025February 9, 2026Transportation
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 4 recorded violations.
May 14, 2025September 11, 2025November 3, 2025Background screening
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
September 11, 2025November 3, 2025Hazardous access
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
September 19, 2024September 11, 2025Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- Inspections were not conducted and documented monthly of all supports, above and below the ground, all connectors, and moving parts. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- 32-4: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the physical environment log was not conducted monthly, in that the last entry documents was on 11/26/2025. During the inspection staff documentation completed the physical environment check and documented it on the log on 2/9/2026. This is being marked corrected at the time of the inspection. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, Section 3.12, B All playground equipment must be securely anchored, unless portable or stationary by design, in good repair, maintained in safe and sanitary condition, and placed to ensure safe use by the children. Maintenance must include inspection ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-04
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- 41-02: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that there was one childs file that did not have a current immunization. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 The child care facility is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed Florida Certification of Immunization form Part A-1, B, or C, DH 680, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(o), F.A.C., or the Religious Exemption from Immunization form, DH 681, which is incorporated by reference in 65C- 22.001(7)(p), F.A.C., from the custodial parent or legal guardian. DH Form 680 and DH Form 681 m ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by March 11, 2026
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-02
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The Student Health Examination or equivalent health statement was not acceptable in that: [ It was not current (over two years old)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- 42-02: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that there was one childs file that did not have a current physical. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 7.2, C The child care facility is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed Student Health Examination form DH 3040, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(q), F.A.C. and may be obtained from the local county health department, the parent or legal guardian, or a signed statement by authorized professionals that indicate the results of the components of the Student Health Examination form are i ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by March 11, 2026
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
- Official code
- 42-02
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The facility's driver did not have [ An annual physical examination which grants medical approval to drive]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- 6-1: During the previous inspection, Licensing Specialist observed driver 1 did not have an annual physical. During the reinspection, Licensing Specialist observed that driver 1 did not have an annual physical on site. During the reinspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, The driver of any vehicle used by a child care program to provide transportation must have the following: A. A valid Florida drivers license including the proper endorsement; B. An annual physical examination which grants medical approval to drive, and valid certificate(s) of course completion for first aid training and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) procedures.
- Correction status
- Due by November 17, 2025
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 06 - Driver's License, Physician Certification & First Aid/CPR Training
- Official code
- 06-01
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 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- 23-5: During the previous inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the fire extinguisher in the one vehicle did not have a tag. During the reinspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the fire extinguisher in the one vehicle did not have a tag. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, B 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 December 3, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-05
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- A refrigerator was observed without a thermometer or with a thermometer showing a temperature reading greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, F.1. (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- 25-7: During the previous inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the freezer temperature was not maintained in that the temperature should have been 0 degrees F or less and the thermometer showed that the temperature was 40 degrees F. During the reinspection, Licensing Specialist observed the freezer temperature was not maintained in that the temperature should have been 0 degrees F or less and the thermometer showed that the temperature was 20 degrees F. During the reinspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, F.1 Refrigerators/freezers: 1. An accurate thermometer designed to measure cold storage temperature must be placed ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by December 3, 2025
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 25 - Meals and Snacks
- Official code
- 25-07
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 previous inspection, Licensing Specialist observed 9 employees did not have documentation that the exposure plan was reviewed annually. During the reinspection, Licensing Specialist observed 9 employees did not have documentation at the facility that the exposure plan was reviewed annually. During the previous 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 sh ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by December 3, 2025
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 35 - Communicable Disease Control
- Official code
- 35-12
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- The facility failed to maintain a current Employee/Contractor Roster for all child care personnel in the Clearinghouse. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, K (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- 45-9: During the previous inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the background screening roster was not maintained in that there were 6 employees that no longer work at the facility and need an end date on the roster. During the reinspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the background screening roster was not maintained in that there were 2 employees that no longer work at the facility and need an end date on the roster. During the reinspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, K The employer/owner/operator must add child care personnel to their Employee/Contractor Roster in the Clearinghouse within 10 days of when ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by December 3, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-09
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The facility's driver did not have [ An annual physical examination which grants medical approval to drive]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- The director advised that there are 2 drivers. Driver 1s license will expire on 1/3/2026, the CPR and First Aid certificate is valid until 1/31/2026 and the driver has completed the transportation training. Driver 2s license will expire on 11/18/2033, physical was conducted on 5/15/2025, the CPR and First Aid certificate is valid until 5/31/2027 and the driver as completed transportation safety training. 6-1: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed driver 1 did not have an annual physical. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, The driver of any vehicle used by a child care program to provide transportation must have the follow ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by September 25, 2025
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 06 - Driver's License, Physician Certification & First Aid/CPR Training
- Official code
- 06-01
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The vehicle had missing, broken or non-operable seat belts and/or safety restraints. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.5 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- 8-4: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the childrens car seats were not installed properly in that 2 of the car seats were not installed, 1 car seats strap was wrapped around the head rest and a number of other cars seats were not installed properly in that the car seats were not tightly secured to the vehicle seats. During the inspection, the director reinstalled the car seats securely. This is being marked corrected at the time of the inspection. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.5 Each child, when transported, must be seated in a back seat in an individual factory installed seat belt or f ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 08 - Seat Belts/Child Restraints
- Official code
- 08-04
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- A health deficiency having a low potential for harm to the children in care was observed. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- 12-3: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed hazards with a low potential to harm the children in care, in that there were 2 childrens toys with long strings attached in the two year old room (PANDA ROOM) and 1 childs toy with a long string in the infant/one year old room (DOG ROOM) and there were cords accessible on the wall in the VPK room (TIGER ROOM). During the inspection, staff cut the strings off the toys and the cords were unplugged and moved. This is being marked corrected at the time of the inspection. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 3.1: All child care facilities must be clean, in good r ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-03
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- A fire hazard, [vents in the VPK classroom were dusty], was observed in the facility. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- 12-12: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the vents in the VPK classroom were dusty. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, B It is the responsibility of the director/operator to ensure all areas and equipment of the facility are free from fire hazards, such as lint build up in heating and air vents, filters, exhaust fans, ceiling fans, and dryer vents. This includes grease build-up in ovens, stoves and food equipment.
- Correction status
- Due by September 25, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-12
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Screens were not affixed or maintained on all opened doors and windows in the facility. CCF Handbook Section 3.3.2 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- 14-6: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the director left the front door open for a long period of time a number of times. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist advised that the doors have to stay closed when they are not in use for exiting and entering purposes. During the inspection, the door was closed. This is being marked corrected at the time of the inspection. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 3.3.2 When the windows or doors are open for more than entering/exiting purposes, all buildings must have and maintain screens to prevent entrance of any insects or rodents. Screens are no ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 14 - Lighting, Temperature, and Ventilation
- Official code
- 14-06
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 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- 18-12: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the bedding was not stored in a sanitary manner, in that the blankets were stacked on top of each other in the PANDA classroom. Staff advised that the bedding gets sent home to be washed at the end of the day on Friday, so the blankets were dirty. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1, G & H 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 must be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized at least once a week, and before use by another child. Not Mon ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by October 13, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 18 - Bedding and Linens
- Official code
- 18-12
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 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- The last fire drill was conducted on 8/28/2025. The fire extinguisher certification(s) are valid until 2/2026. The annual fire inspection was conducted on 5/7/2025. 23-5: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the fire extinguisher in the one vehicle did not have a tag. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, B 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 October 13, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-05
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Required food temperatures were not maintained in that [Licensing Specialist observed unopen raw ground beef in the sink. Licensing Specialist checked the temperature of the meet and observed it was 74 degrees F. The director discarded the ground beef.]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, D.7. (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- 25-6: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed unopen raw ground beef in the sink. Licensing Specialist checked the temperature of the meet and observed it was 74 degrees F. The director discarded the ground beef. 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, D.7 If a facility chooses to provide food to children directly or by contract with an outside source, such as a caterer, the food must be free from spoilage and handled in a sanitary manner at all times. The facility must have adequate equipment available to maintain food safety. 1. Meat, po ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 25 - Meals and Snacks
- Official code
- 25-06
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- A refrigerator was observed without a thermometer or with a thermometer showing a temperature reading greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, F.1. (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- 25-7: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the freezer temperature was not maintained in that the temperature should have been 0 degrees F or less and the thermometer showed that the temperature was 40 degrees F. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, F.1 Refrigerators/freezers: 1. An accurate thermometer designed to measure cold storage temperature must be placed inside each refrigeration and freezer unit. Thermometers in refrigerators must show a reading of 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below, and thermometers in freezers must show a reading of 0 degrees Fahrenheit or below. The thermometer must be ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by October 13, 2025
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 25 - Meals and Snacks
- Official code
- 25-07
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- Child care personnel did not wash their hands [the kitchen personnel assisted a child in the bathroom and the returned to the kitchen without washing their hands]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- 29-2: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the kitchen personnel assisted a child in the bathroom and the returned to the kitchen without washing their hands. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist advised that they had to wash their hands. During the inspection, the kitchen personnel washed their hands. This is being marked corrected at the time of the inspection. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.1 Child care personnel and children must wash their hands thoroughly with soap and running water, dry, and follow personal hygiene procedures for themselves and while assisting others. Examples ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 29 - Health and Sanitation
- Official code
- 29-02
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- Child care personnel did not assist children with hand washing [Licensing Specialist observed an infant get their diaper changed in the Dog room. Licensing Specialist observed that the infants hands were not washed after the diaper change]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- 29-3: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed an infant get their diaper changed in the Dog room. Licensing Specialist observed that the infants hands were not washed after the diaper change. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist advised that the child care personnel had to wash the childs hands. During the inspection, the child care personnel washed the childs hands. This is being marked corrected at the time of the inspection. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.1 Child care personnel and children must wash their hands thoroughly with soap and running water, dry, and follow personal hygiene ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 29 - Health and Sanitation
- Official code
- 29-03
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- Documentation was not maintained for 12 months showing that routine inspections were conducted monthly of all supports, above and below the ground, connectors, and moving parts. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- 32-5: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the physical environment log was not conducted monthly, in that the last entry was on 7/11/2025. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook 3.12 B All playground equipment must be securely anchored, unless portable or stationary by design, in good repair, maintained in safe and sanitary condition, and placed to ensure safe use by the children. Maintenance must include inspections conducted every month of all supports above and below the ground and of all connectors and moving parts. Documentation of maintenance inspections must be maintained for 12 months.
- Correction status
- Due by October 13, 2025
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-05
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 3.3, Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Training [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of inspection, the Owner/Operator/Director advised the Licensing Specialist that there 9 employees. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 9 of the 9 employee records. Counselor reviewed 10 hours of annual in-service, completed, for all child care personnel for the 2024/2025 fiscal year. REMINDER : In-service training for 2025/2026 fiscal year must be completed before July 1, 2026. 33-7: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed 3 child care personnel that did not documentation that they completed the 10 hours of annual in-service training between 7/1/2024 through 6/30/2025. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by October 13, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-07
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 9 employees did not have documentation that the exposure plan was reviewed annually. 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 universal safety precautions, recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), to follow in the event there ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by October 13, 2025
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 35 - Communicable Disease Control
- Official code
- 35-12
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- 41-2: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed 2 childrens files did not have a current immunization. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 The child care facility is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed Florida Certification of Immunization form Part A-1, B, or C, DH 680, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(o), F.A.C., or the Religious Exemption from Immunization form, DH 681, which is incorporated by reference in 65C- 22.001(7)(p), F.A.C., from the custodial parent or legal guardian. DH Form 680 and DH Form 681 may be obtained from ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by October 13, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-02
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- The facility failed to maintain a current Employee/Contractor Roster for all child care personnel in the Clearinghouse. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, K (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the inspection, Licensing Specialist reviewed the background Screening Clearinghouse Roster. 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. 45-9: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the background screening roster was not maintained in that there were 6 employees ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by October 13, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-09
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The drivers personnel record did not include [ Valid certificate(s) of course completion for first aid training and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) procedures]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, E (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- The director advised that there are 2 drivers. Driver 1s license will expire on 7/3/2026, the physical was conducted on 5/24/2024, the CPR and First Aid certificate is valid until 1/31/2026 and the driver has completed the transportation training. Driver 2s license will expire on 4/21/2026 and physical was conducted on 4/23/2025. 6-2: During the inspection, the facility did not have the current CPR/First Aid card on file for Driver 2. The provider had the email with the link to Driver 2s CPR card, however the link from the email is not working. The provider is trying to reach out to the instructor so that they can send another copy of the CPR card. The provider advised that d ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by June 13, 2025
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 06 - Driver's License, Physician Certification & First Aid/CPR Training
- Official code
- 06-02
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- Fire drills conducted during the licensure year did not include the following [a fire drill was not conducted in April 2025]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.4, C (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- The fire extinguisher certification(s) are valid until 2/2026. The annual fire inspection was conducted on 5/7/2025. 23-7: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the last fire drill was conducted on 3/31/2025. During the inspection, a fire drill was conducted with Licensing Specialist. This is being marked corrected at the time of the inspection. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.4, C A. During the facilitys license year, fire drills utilizing the alarm system, approved by the local fire authority, must be conducted monthly at various dates and times when children are in care. B. When the fa ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-07
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The facilitys refrigerator and/or freezer does not have an appropriate thermometer. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, F.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- 24-23: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the thermometer in the freezer was not operational, in that the thermometer was digital and would not turn on. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, F.1 An accurate thermometer designed to measure cold storage temperature must be placed inside each refrigeration and freezer unit. Thermometers in refrigerators must show a reading of 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below, and thermometers in freezers must show a reading of 0 degrees Fahrenheit or below. The thermometer must be located in the center of the unit and be readily accessible. Thermometer tempera ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by June 13, 2025
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- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-23
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The facility's menu was not [ was not posted at the beginning of each week in an easily seen place]. 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 posted was not dated accurately, in that the menu was dated for 4/21/2025. During the inspection, staff posted an updated menu for this week, 5/12/2025. 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 generalized menu of possible snack choices for programs that receive food donatio ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 26 - Meal and Snack Menus
- Official code
- 26-01
Medium concern: 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
- 30-6: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the diaper changing mat in the one-year-old room was onto impermeable, in that fabric is worn and tearing. During the inspection, 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 June 13, 2025
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
- Official code
- 30-06
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
- 12-2: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that there were areas of the facility that were not in good repair, in that there were some floor boards in the VPK classroom that were not attached to the floor and the sink cabinet door was damaged in the VPK classroom and one of the outlet plates in the three year old classroom was cracked. 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 d ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by March 7, 2025
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- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- A fire hazard, [dust on multiple vents], was observed in the facility. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- 12-12: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the vents in the VPK classroom were dusty. During the inspection, staff cleaned the vents. This is being marked corrected at the time of the inspection. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, B It is the responsibility of the director/operator to ensure all areas and equipment of the facility are free from fire hazards, such as lint build up in heating and air vents, filters, exhaust fans, ceiling fans, and dryer vents. This includes grease build-up in ovens, stoves and food equipment.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-12
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]
- Inspector notes
- 40-17: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that there was 1 diaper cream in the two year old classroom that was expired. 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
- Due by March 7, 2025
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- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 40 - Medication
- Official code
- 40-17
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- 41-2: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that there were 3 childrens files that had expired immunization forms. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 The child care facility is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed Florida Certification of Immunization form Part A-1, B, or C, DH 680, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(o), F.A.C., or the Religious Exemption from Immunization form, DH 681, which is incorporated by reference in 65C- 22.001(7)(p), F.A.C., from the custodial parent or legal guardian. DH Form 680 and DH Form 681 may ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by March 7, 2025
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- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-02
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 Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the molding in the block center located in the fours room was cracked with nails sticking out of it. During the inspection the director brought this standard back in compliance at the time of inspection by placing a shelf to cover the nails. 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 d ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
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 Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed an outlet without a safety cover in the fours room. The director brought this standard back in compliance at the time of inspection by placing a safety cover. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 3.1 I. 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: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facility's outdoor play area contained litter, nails, glass or other hazards that posed a threat to the health, safety or well-being of the children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed on the playground the board on the fence was cut in half and is sharp. The wood has a broken spot that is sharp. The director was given until October 21, 2024 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 clean and free from litter, nails, glass and other hazards .
- Correction status
- Due by October 21, 2024
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- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-02
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Diaper changing procedure was not posted in the changing area and/or was not followed. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, L Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed no diaper changing procedures in the infant room as well as the ones classroom. The director brought this standard back in compliance at the time of inspection. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 3.10.2, L Diapering Requirements- L. Diaper changing procedure must be posted in the changing area and followed to protect the health and safety of children and child care personnel.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
- Official code
- 30-14
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 (Section 19.2, number 2) Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Child Care Regulation observed that one child had an expired immunization form in their file. "7.1 Immunization Records The child care facility is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed Florida Certification of Immunization form Part A-1, B, or C, DH 680, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(o), F.A.C., or the Religious Exemption from Immunization form, DH 681, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(p), F.A.C., from the custodial parent or legal guardian. DH Form 680 and DH Form 681 may be obtained from the local county health department. Specific immunization requirements are included and detaile ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by November 8, 2023
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- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-02
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The facility's transportation log did not include [signature of the second personnel]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.2 (Section 6.2, number 3) General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Child Care Regulation observed that the second signature was missing from the transportation log for May 19, 2023. The director stated that she signed all the children off and did the sweep, but she forgot to sign the log. The driver stated that the director always does the sweep and she knows the director did it that day. "2.5.2 Transportation Log 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 a ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 05 - Transportation
- Official code
- 05-04
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- During the facilitys licensure year, fire drills utilizing the approved alarm system were not conducted monthly at various dates and times when children were in care [missing March 2023]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.4, A (Section 14.3, number 2), (Section 14.3, number 1) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, the facility had documentation of having an approved fire inspection completed on 5/22/2023. The last fire drill was conducted on May 16, 2023. The fire extinguishers are certified through March 2024. Child Care Regulation observed that the facility did not complete or document a fire drill during the month of March 2023. "3.8.4 Fire Drills A. During the facilitys license year, fire drills utilizing the alarm system, approved by the local fire authority, must be conducted monthly at various dates and times when children are in care." Child Care Regulation monitored a fire drill; thus, returning this standard to compliance at the time of this inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-06
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
- Child Care Regulation observed that one child care personnel did not complete the 40 hour Introductory Training within the required time frame. "4.2.1 Mandated Introductory Training Child care personnel must successfully complete 40 hours of child care training as evidenced by successful completion of competency examinations offered by the Department or its designated representative with a weighted score of 70 or better. Child care personnel who successfully completed the mandatory 40-hour Introductory Child Care Training prior to January 1, 2004 are not required to fulfill the competency examination requirement. A. Part I Courses (30 Hours) Child care personnel must complete ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by July 31, 2023
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- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-01
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documentation to show completion of a Department approved five-hour early literacy and language development course for child care personnel within 12 months of date of employment in child care industry and/or the early literacy course documentation was not uploaded in the Florida Pathways/Registry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.2 and 4.5, C
- Correction / follow-up note
- Child Care Regulation observed that one child care personnel did not complete the five-hour early literacy and language development course within 12 months of date of employment. "4.2.2 Early Literacy Training 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 completion, classroom transcript, or diploma. Child car ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by July 1, 2023
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- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-06
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]
- Correction / follow-up note
- Child Care Regulation observed that an outlet cover in the Three and Four year old class was broken and had tape over the missing portion. "3.1 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 for basic health and safety. Any problems must be corrected before the play area is used by children. Documentation of the indoor play area inspection must be maintained for 12 months." The as ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
Higher concern: Sleep safety
- Report finding
- Cribs, playpens, play yards, other napping and sleeping bedding being used by a child was not placed a minimum of 18 inches away from window blinds, draperies, or any window treatment/cover that could pose a strangulation or suffocation risk. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.4, C
- Inspector notes
- Child Care Regulation observed that two of the cribs in the Infant room were directly against windows with window treatments that could pose a strangulation or suffocation risk due to the strings on the blinds. "C. Children must not be placed in the cribs, playpens, play yards or other sleeping and napping bedding with items that could pose a strangulation or suffocation risk. Cribs, playpens, play yards, other napping and sleeping bedding being used by a child must be placed a minimum of 18 inches away from window blinds, draperies or any window treatment/cover that pose a strangulation hazard." A staff person removed the window treatments; thus, returning this standard to c ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 20 - Crib Requirements
- Official code
- 20-07
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 keeping staff background screening rosters updated in the Clearinghouse?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from recent inspections show instances where the facility's personnel roster in the state Clearinghouse was not fully up to date regarding staff status.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps are taken to ensure all drivers have their required annual physicals and certifications on file?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report noted that documentation for driver physicals was missing during recent checks.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How does the team ensure that all staff members complete their required annual in-service training on time?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records indicate that there have been multiple instances where documentation for required staff training was not complete.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your current routine for monitoring and documenting the cleanliness of the facility and play areas?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records show several findings related to facility maintenance, such as the need for better storage of linens and regular cleaning of vents.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you manage the tracking of student health records to ensure physicals and immunizations stay current?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Official records from multiple inspections show that some student files were missing current health or immunization documentation.
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