Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 1.29
- Local median
- 0.6
Creative World School
12215 Lake Blanche Dr, Odessa, FL 33556
- License:
- C06PA0360
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 13, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- Gold Seal, School Readiness, VPK, After School, Before School, Drop In, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care, Transportation
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 305
- License expiration:
- June 16, 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 inspectionJune 1, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsDecember 5, 2025
Summary
This summary covers 21 available inspections for Creative World School from January 31, 2023 through June 1, 2026.
11 inspections recorded violations, with 27 recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on June 1, 2026 and involved hazardous access.
That higher-concern topic showed up in three 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
- 27
- Higher-concern violations
- 11
- Repeated topics
- 6
7 in last 12 months
17 in last 12 months
9 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
21 total inspections vs 9 local median in 33556
Compared to 11 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 24%
- Local median
- 6%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 52%
- Local median
- 40%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 6
- Local average
- 1.27
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Staff training
Appeared across 4 inspections, with 6 recorded violations.
February 8, 2024May 17, 2024February 3, 2025June 1, 2026Hazardous access
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
May 7, 2025October 6, 2025June 1, 2026Facility condition
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 4 recorded violations.
May 7, 2025October 6, 2025June 1, 2026Incident records
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
May 7, 2025October 17, 2025Medication
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 6 recorded violations.
October 6, 2025June 1, 2026Supervision
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
May 20, 2024May 5, 2026Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed in the Lions Room the cabinet under the sink the door is falling off the hinge. There is paint peeling on the following walls in housekeeping the dark blue wall right of the window, the light blue wall by the window, and in the block area to the left and right of the window. There is drywall missing the corner of the light blue wall the right side of the window. In the Zebra classroom the plastic bin the bathroom the bottom drawer is broken. There is paint peeling on the wall under the Zebra painting. In the Elephant room the wall between the bathroom and the closet there is paint peeling, by the cots and under the bulletin ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by July 1, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- A fire hazard, [dust build up on the vents in the bathrooms], was observed in the facility. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed a buildup of dust on the vents in the bathroom in the following classrooms: Giraffes, Zebras, Elephants and the right bathroom in the School Age classroom. The director was given until June 11, 2026, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 3.1 B.- General Health and Safety Requirements. 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 inclu ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by June 11, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-12
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 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed in the Lions classroom there was toilet cleaner, stain remover and glass cleaner in a unlocked cabinet under the sink and was accessible to the children in the classroom. In the Exploratorium there was an unlocked closet that had a purse, All purpose cleaner with bleach and shaving cream and was accessible to the children in the classroom. In the Panda classroom there was two staplers and a tape dispenser that was on a shelf that was accessible to the children in the classroom. In the Chimps classroom there was adult scissors and packing tape dispenser that was on the rolling shelf that was accessible to the children in the ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 13 - Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons
- Official code
- 13-03
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 Operator advised the Licensing Specialist that there 41 employees. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 41 of the 41 employee records. When the Licensing Specialist was reviewing the files the licensing specialist observed one personnel did not finish her 40-hour training. The director was given until July 1, 2026, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 4.2.1 Mandated Introductory
- Correction status
- Due by July 1, 2026
More details
- 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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3)
- Inspector notes
- During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed one personnel did not finish her 5 hours Early Literacy training. The director was given until July 1, 2026, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.2 Early Literacy Training Pursuant to Section 402.305(2)(e)5., F.S., all childcare 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 chi ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by July 1, 2026
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-06
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Child care personnel did not complete preservice training requirements prior to unsupervised contact with or care of children or, if supervised, within 90 days of beginning employment or service with the provider. (Section 3.1 and 3.2 Training Requirements, Page 7) [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed six personnel that did not complete their School Readiness training within the 90 days. The director was given until March 17, 2024, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, School Readiness Program Health and Safety Standards Handbook Section 3.1 Preservice. Child care personnel must successfully complete the preservice training coursework described in this section,as applicable. All child care personnel must complete these preservice training requirements within 90 days of initial employment with any School Readiness provider. Th ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by July 1, 2026
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-13
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The facility does not have documentation for all child care personnel on required annual refresher education of the facilitys exposure plan. CCF Handbook, Section 6 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed Twenty Seven personnel that did not have the annual refresher training on the facilitys exposure plan. The director was given until July 1, 2026, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 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 direct or indirect contact. Child care facilities shall develop a written exposure plan regarding universal ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by July 1, 2026
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 35 - Communicable Disease Control
- Official code
- 35-12
Higher concern: Medication
- Report finding
- A medication, [there is a powder in a glass jar], brought to the center for administration, was not in its original container. CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed in the Dolphins classroom there is powder not in its original container. It is in a glass jar. The director was given until July 1, 2026, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 6.5 Medication C. Prescription and non-prescription medication brought to the child care facility by the custodial parent or legal guardian must be in the original container. Prescription medication must have a label stating the name and contact information of the physician and/or pharmacy, childs name, name of the medication, and medication direction ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by July 1, 2026
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 40 - Medication
- Official code
- 40-04
Higher concern: Medication
- Report finding
- The facility did not obtain written authorization prior to administering emergency non-prescription medication. CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, D and K (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed in the elephants room the facility did not have written authorization form to apply Aquaphor. The director was given until July 1, 2026, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 6.5 A. Medication. Child care programs are not required to give medication; however, if a program chooses to do so, it must comply with the following requirements: A. The child care program must have written authorization from the custodial parent or legal guardian to give prescription and non- prescription medications. This authorization must be date ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by July 1, 2026
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 40 - Medication
- Official code
- 40-09
Higher concern: Medication
- Report finding
- Medication was not stored in either a locked area or inaccessible and out of a childs reach. CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, G (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, the licensing specialist observed in the Zebra classroom there was A&D ointment in the top drawer in the plastic bin in the bathroom where the children had access to the ointment. The director brought this standard back in compliance at the time of inspection by placing the A&D ointment in a locked cabinet. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 6.5 G. Medication. G. All medication must have child resistant caps, if applicable, and must either be stored in a locked area or must be out of any childs reach. If medication is stored in the food preparation area, it must be stored in a manner to preve ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 40 - Medication
- Official code
- 40-15
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
- During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed in the Panda classroom there was epinephrine and Aveeno that belongs to children that no longer attends the facility and was not returned to the parent. The director brought this standard back in compliance at the time of inspection by removing the medicine from the classroom. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, H Medication. 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: Medication
- Report finding
- Additional documentation describing the symptoms that would require the prescription and/or non-prescription medication used on an as needed basis to be administered was not on file. CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, A and 2.5.3, C & D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed in the Lions classroom that the medication forms for epinephrine did not state state what to look for. It just stated AS Needed. The director was given until July 1, 2026, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 6.5 A. Medication. Child care programs are not required to give medication; however, if a program chooses to do so, it must comply with the following requirements: A. The child care program must have written authorization from the custodial parent or legal guardian to give prescription and non- prescription medicatio ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by July 1, 2026
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 40 - Medication
- Official code
- 40-22
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- Children in the outdoor play area were not adequately supervised in that [a child was left on the playground alone]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4.1, A General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, the director stated The enrichment program finished with the activity and were coming inside when they left the child outside alone. The operator brought this standard back in compliance at the time of inspection by bringing the child into the facility and to her classroom. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 2.4.1, A -Supervision A. Child care personnel must position themselves in the outdoor play area so that all children can be observed and directly supervised.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
- Official code
- 04-04
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
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 Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed childcare personnel failed to share the accident/incident form with the custodial parent/legal guardian or the individual authorized to pick up child on the day that the incident occurred. This standard has been brought back into compliance in that the custodial parent/legal guardian signed the accident/incident report the following day. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 6.4, B & D: Accident/Incident Notification B: This documentation must be shared with the custodial parent or legal guardian on the date of occurrence. D. The documentation must be mainta ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 39 - Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation
- Official code
- 39-04
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the facility was not in good repair in that the walls were peeling in the Panda room behind the cots, and the Zebra room on the right side of the classroom near the bathrooms at the bottom of the wall near the base board. The Operator was given until 11/6/2025 , to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, 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 sa ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by November 6, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
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 cleaning solution was on a table in the Exploration room accessible to children. The Operator brought this standard back in compliance at the time of inspection in that the personnel moved the cleaning solution from the reach of the children. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 3.2 B 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 recommendation. These items, as well as knives, sharp to ... [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
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
- During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that there was 1 medication, 3 non-prescription medications (1 diaper cream, and 2 sunscreens) that were expired at the time of the inspection. The Operator has been given a due date of 11/6/2025 to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, H Medication. 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 October 6, 2025
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 40 - Medication
- Official code
- 40-17
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 that the facility was not in good repair in that the walls were peeling in the White Tiger room, the Panda room, the Lion room and the Zebra room. 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 t ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by June 6, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- The facilitys fencing walls or gate area had gaps that could allow children to exit the outdoor play area. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, F (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- 17-6: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that a section of the black fence on the VPK playground was missing 3 bottom black rails causing a gap that exceeds 3.5 inches. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, F The outdoor play area must have adequate fencing or walls a minimum of 4 feet in height. Fencing, including gates, must be continuous and must not have gaps or opening larger than 3.5 inches that would allow children to exit the outdoor play area. The base of the fence must remain at ground level and be free from erosion or buildup to prevent inside and outside access by children or animals ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by May 21, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-06
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- The facility did not have a current and approved annual fire safety inspection by the local fire authority. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, A (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- The last fire drill was conducted on 4/28/2025. During the inspection, a fire drill was conducted with Licensing Specialist. The fire extinguisher certification(s) are valid until 3/2026. 23-2: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the annual fire inspection was conducted on 4/28.2025, however there were non-compliances on the inspection. Staff advised that the fire marshal will complete their reinspection on 5/19/2025. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, A Unless statutorily exempted, all child care facilities must conform to state standards adopted by the State Fire Marshal, Chapter 69A- ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by May 21, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-02
Medium concern: Incident records
- Report finding
- Child care personnel failed to share the accident/incident form with the custodial parent/ legal guardian or the individual authorized to pick up child on the day that the incident occurred. CCF Handbook, Section 6.4, B & D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- 39-4: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that there 19 accident/incident reports that were not signed by the custodial parent/ legal guardian or the authorized pick-up person on the day that the accident/incident occurred. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 6.4, B & D B. This documentation must be shared with the custodial parent or legal guardian on the date of occurrence. C. Documentation must include the name of the affected party, date and time of the occurrence, description of the occurrence, actions taken and by whom, and appropriate signatures of program child care personnel and the custodi ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by June 6, 2025
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 39 - Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation
- Official code
- 39-04
No recorded violations in this report
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 [ safe sleep practices and shaken baby syndrome]. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.3 and 4.2.5 (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 45 employees. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 45 of the 45 employee records. REMINDER : In-service training for 2024/2025 fiscal year must be completed before July 1, 2025. 33-9: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed 3 child care personnel that did not complete the safe sleep training within 30 days of their hire date. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, Section 4.2.3 All child care personnel who work in a facility that offers care to infants must have training regarding guidance on s ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by March 5, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-09
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- Supervision of children in the [school age] group was inadequate in that [Child 2 was observed touching child 1 inappropriately for about three minutes.]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- 4-1: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed camera footage from 5-9-2024. The video shows child 2 walk over to child 1. Child 1 was sitting on a purple chair. Child 2 was observed touching child 1 inappropriately for about three minutes. Teacher 2 was observed on the sofa engaged with other children. Teacher 2 looked over to the children while child 2 was touching child 1s privates and teacher 2 was observed talking to the two children and then she went back to talking to the other children. Child 1 had his back to teacher 2. The other children were observed to witness the interaction between the child 1 and child 2. The incident was documented on an incident re ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
- Official code
- 04-01
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, Licensing Specialist observed 1 child care personnel has not completed the 5 Hour Early Literacy training within 12 months of the child care industry date. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist 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 compl ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by June 17, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-06
No recorded violations in this report
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
- During the inspection, the director advised that there are currently 40 employees. During the inspection, Licensing Counselor observed 40 of 40 employee records. The director was given until March 8, 2024, to come into compliance with this standard. When the Licensing Counselor was reviewing the files the Licensing Counselor observed one personnel that did not start her DCF hours within the first 90 days of her industry start date. During the inspection, Licensing Counselor provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 4.1 Beginning Training Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month must begin training within 90 days of employment in ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by March 8, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-03
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
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
- During the inspection, the director advised that there are currently 43 employees. During the inspection, CCR observed 43 of 43 employee records. The director was given until June 10, 2023, to come into compliance with this standard. When the CCR was reviewing the files the CCR seen personnel #1 did not start her 40-hour training within the first 90 days of employment. During the inspection, CCR provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 4.1 Beginning Training Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month must begin training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry and successfully complete Departments training within 1 ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by June 10, 2023
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-03
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The food preparation area does not have a hand washing station or the hand washing station did not include the following: [hot water]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.1, A.7.
- Inspector notes
- 24-9: During the inspection, CCR observed that the handwashing sink in the kitchen did not have hot water. During the inspection, CCR provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.1, A.7. Food Preparation Area A separate handwashing station with hot running water, a minimum of 100 degrees Fahrenheit. The handwashing station must include a sink with running water and drainage, soap, trash can, and disposable towels or hand-drying machines that are properly installed and maintained. A handwashing sink shall not be used for any purpose other than handwashing. Handwashing stations must include posted signs visible to childcare personnel and children demonstrating prope ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by February 28, 2023
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-09
Questions to ask
Suggested questions for parents based on recorded violations in inspection reports. If there are not enough source-backed violations, you will see general questions for daycare.
Finding-specific
What steps are currently in place to ensure that cleaning supplies and other hazardous items are kept securely out of reach of children?
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- Why ask this
- Public records from an inspection in June 2026 indicate that cleaning supplies and other potentially harmful items were found in areas accessible to children. Asking about current storage practices helps parents understand how the facility maintains a secure environment.
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Can you explain your process for ensuring that all medication forms are complete and clearly outline the symptoms that require medication to be administered?
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- An official inspection report from June 2026 noted that some medication forms lacked specific details regarding when medication should be given. This question helps clarify how the staff ensures all necessary documentation is accurate and thorough for child safety.
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How does your team manage the storage and disposal of medications to ensure that only current, authorized items are kept in the classrooms?
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- Why ask this
- Available inspection records show multiple instances where medication storage or disposal procedures were not fully followed, including findings from 2025 and 2026. This question allows the director to explain the current system for keeping medication organized and safe.
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What training or supervision protocols are in place to ensure that staff are always aware of children's locations during outdoor play?
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- Why ask this
- Public records from recent inspections include reports where children were not adequately supervised during outdoor activities. Asking about current supervision practices helps parents understand how the facility prioritizes child safety during transitions and outdoor time.
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How do you ensure that all staff members remain up-to-date with their required professional training and certifications?
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- Why ask this
- Available inspection reports from 2024 through 2026 show several instances where staff training documentation was incomplete or missing. This question helps parents understand how the center tracks and maintains compliance with staff training requirements.
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