Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 3
- Local median
- 1.36
Kiddie Academy of Wiregrass Ranch
2900 Hueland Pond Blvd, Wesley Chapel, FL 33543
- License:
- C06PA0392
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 13, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- Gold Seal, School Readiness, VPK, Food Served, Full Day, Infant Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 170
- License expiration:
- September 26, 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
Questions worth asking
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Next: Review the inspection history below and ask the provider what the records mean and what changed afterward.
Latest inspectionFebruary 6, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsSeptember 22, 2025
Summary
This summary covers 20 available inspections for Kiddie Academy of Wiregrass Ranch from September 25, 2023 through February 6, 2026.
12 inspections recorded violations, with 60 recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on February 6, 2026 and involved staff training, with a due date of March 6, 2026.
Hazardous access was a higher-concern topic that showed up in two inspections.
The available reports do not include a later inspection with no recorded violations after that violation.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 20
- Recorded violations
- 60
- Higher-concern violations
- 19
- Repeated topics
- 10
5 in last 12 months
8 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
20 total inspections vs 13 local median in 33543
Compared to 9 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 40%
- Local median
- 22%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 60%
- Local median
- 44%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 10
- Local average
- 3.22
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Equipment or readiness
Appeared across 6 inspections, with 6 recorded violations.
January 10, 2024March 6, 2024April 26, 2024September 6, 2024January 22, 2025May 5, 2025Staff training
Appeared across 6 inspections, with 14 recorded violations.
April 26, 2024September 6, 2024January 22, 2025September 12, 2025November 14, 2025February 6, 2026Health or food records
Appeared across 4 inspections, with 11 recorded violations.
March 6, 2024April 26, 2024January 22, 2025May 5, 2025Facility condition
Appeared across 4 inspections, with 5 recorded violations.
April 26, 2024January 22, 2025May 5, 2025September 12, 2025Supervision
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 4 recorded violations.
January 10, 2024March 12, 2024April 26, 2024Background screening
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 5 recorded violations.
March 6, 2024April 26, 2024Emergency preparedness
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
January 10, 2024September 6, 2024Hazardous access
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
January 22, 2025May 5, 2025Medication
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
April 26, 2024September 6, 2024Staff-to-child ratio
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
March 6, 2024September 6, 2024Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
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 previous inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that the 2 personnel has not completed their in service for 24-25 year. During the reinspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the 1 personnel has not completed their in service for 24-25 year. This is being marked non-compliant. The director was given until March 6, 2026, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.7 A-D Annual In-Service Training Upon successful completion of the 40-hour introductory training requirements, child care personnel must complete a minimum of10 clock-hours or one CEU of in-serv ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by March 6, 2026
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-07
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 previous inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed 2 personnel that did not their School Readiness training within the 90days.During the reinspection, Licensing Specialist observed 1 personnel that did not their School Readiness training within the 90 days. This isbeing marked non-compliant.The director was given until March 6, 2026, to come into compliance with this standard.During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, School Readiness Program Health and Safety StandardsHandbook Section 3.1 Preservice. Child care personnel must successfully complete the preservice training coursework described in thissection, as applicable. All ch ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by March 6, 2026
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-13
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
- 33-06- No on-site reinspection was conducted. The reinspection was completed by the Licensing Specialist reviewing the transcripts. The Licensing Specialist reviewed the transcripts on 11/14/2025. Documents were deleted and/or destroyed after review. 33-07: During the previous inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed 2 personnel that did not complete their 10 in service for 24-25 year. During the reinspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the 2 personnel has not completed their in service for 24-25 year. This is being marked non-compliant. The director was given until December 14, 2025, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Sp ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by December 14, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-07
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 previous inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed 2 personnel that did not their School Readiness training within the 90 days. During the reinspection, Licensing Specialist observed 2 personnel that did not their School Readiness training within the 90 days. This is being marked non-compliant. The director was given until December 14, 2025, 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 applica ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by December 14, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-13
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- A health deficiency having a moderate 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]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the fire alarm did not sound. The provider made contact with the alarm system to have someone to come out and service the system. The alarm company stated that it was a shorted out circuit. The director was given until September 21, 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 basi ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by September 21, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-04
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documentation to show completion of a Department approved five-hour early literacy and language development course for child care personnel within 12 months of date of employment in child care industry and/or the early literacy course documentation was not uploaded in the Florida Pathways/Registry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.2 and 4.5, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3)
- Report comments
- During the time of inspection, the Operator advised the Licensing Specialist that there 28 employees. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 28 of the 28 employee records. When the Licensing Specialist was reviewing the files the Licensing Specialist observed1 personnel did not finish her 5 hours Early Literacy training. The director was given until October 12, 2025, 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 ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by October 12, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-06
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 Operator advised the Licensing Specialist that there 28 employees. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 28 of the 28 employee records. When the Licensing Specialist was reviewing the files the Licensing Specialist observed 2 personnel that did not complete their 10 in service for 24-25 year. The director was given until October 12, 2025, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.7 A-D Annual In-Service
- Correction status
- Due by October 12, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-07
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 inspection, the Operator advised the Licensing Specialist that there 28 employees. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 28 of the 28 employee records. The director was given until October 12, 2025, to come into compliance with this standard. When the Licensing Specialist was reviewing the files the licensing specialist observed 2 personnel that did not their School Readiness training within the 90 days. 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 t ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by October 12, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-13
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 there was paint peeling in classroom 3, in two spots underneath the window on the right side of the emergency exit. During the inspection, there were pictures taken. The director was given until June 5, 2025, 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 do ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by June 5, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
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, the Licensing Specialist observed one bottle of contact lenses solution within children's reach. During the inspection, pictures were taken. This standard was brought back into compliance at the time of the inspection, in that the teacher removed the contact lenses solution from within children's reach. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 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 recommendation. These items, as ... [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: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Open packages of perishable or leftover foods were not [ properly covered or sealed, labeled with date]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed two items in the refrigerator that were in containers without labels or dates. The first item was a plastic container with yellow substance in it, and bottled container that had a white top, with an orange substance inside. The Licensing Specialist observed a container of oranges that were cut that did not have a cover, nor a label. This standard was brought back into compliance at the time of the inspection in the director discarded the oranges that were in the container, the container with the orange substance, and the container with the yellow substance. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided techni ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-21
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Bottles and/or sippy cups brought from home were not labeled with childs first and last name. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.5, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed four water bottles that was not labeled with the child's first and last name. During the inspection, there were pictures taken. This standard was brought back into compliance at the time of the inspection. The teacher labeled the four water bottles. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.5, B . Food Handling B: Bottles and sippy cups brought from home shall be individually labeled with the childs first and last name and shall be returned to the custodial parent or legal guardian daily.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 28 - Bottles, Breastmilk, Formula and Infant Food
- Official code
- 28-02
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- Toys, equipment and/or furnishings were not maintained in a sanitary condition and not cleaned and sanitized or disinfected following exposure to bodily fluids. CCF Handbook, Section 3.11, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed a light blue chair that was sitting on the circle time carpet towards the front area of the classroom, that was unsanitary, in that there were stains on the front area of the cushion. During the inspection, there were pictures taken. This standard was brought back into compliance at the time of the inspection. The Director removed the chair from the classroom. The Director removed the cover of the chair and advised the Licensing Specialist that the cover will be washed in the washing machine. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 3.11, B: Indoor Equipment B: ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 31 - Indoor Equipment
- Official code
- 31-05
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 Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed in the following classroom paint peeling: Room 2 paint peeling by the white board 1. Room 3 paint peeling by the family tree and the left side of the family tree. 2. Room 5 paint peeling under window seal and the right side bathroom wall in the classroom by the trash can 3. Room 6 paint peeling on the green wall in House Keeping Center and by the white board. 4. Room 7 paint peeling by the white board 5. Licensing Specialist observed in the following classroom the window blinds were broken: Room 3 1. Room 2 2. Licensing Specialist observed on the following playgrounds the bricks on the wall were broken and sharp: Playground ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by February 24, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- A safety deficiency having a moderate potential for harm to the children in care was observed. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed in Room 6 cords hanging down from the desk. (charging the tablet). The teacher unplugged the tablet and put the cord up out of the reach of the children bringing this standard back in compliance at the time of inspection. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 3.1 D.- General Health and Safety Requirements. D. Strangulation hazards, strings, and cords long enough to encircle a childs neck such as those on toys and window coverings must not be accessible to children in care.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-07
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- Harmful items including cleaning supplies, flammable products, poisonous, toxic, and hazardous materials were accessible to children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the mop with cleaning solution was stored in the bathroom. The teachers brought this standard back in compliance at the time of inspection by locking the mops in the closet. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 3.2 Toxic/Hazardous Material/Firearms/Weapons A . All areas and surfaces accessible to children must be free from toxic substances, bio contaminants, and hazardous materials/equipment/tools, including power tools, plastic bags, matches, candles, lighters, etc.
- 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: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The base of the fence in the outdoor play area was not at ground level and could allow inside or outside access by children or animals. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, F Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed on playground 1 and the soccer field playground the base of the fence had a gap more than 3 inches off the ground and the white perimeter fence is broken. There was a gap of 5 1/2 inches by the turtle statue, by the piping there was a gap of 6 inches, by the blue concrete half circle there was a gap of 5 1/2 inches, across from the goal post there was a 6 1/2 inch gap. The director was given until February 24, 2025, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 3.5 F- Outdoor Play Area. F. The outdoor play area must have adequate f ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by February 24, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-07
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Food served at the facility was not free from spoilage and contamination, and was not safe for eating as evidenced by [the expire date said 1/19/25.]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, D Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed there was a milk carton that expired on 1/19/25 that was in the fridge. The director brought this standard back in compliance at the time of inspection by having the cook throw away the milk carton. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, D Food Safety D. 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.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 25 - Meals and Snacks
- Official code
- 25-04
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The facility did not maintain required written documentation of known food allergies and/or a specialized diet in a child's file. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, G Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the allergy list were displayed in the classrooms but was visible by the parents. The director brought this standard back in compliance at the time of inspection by having the teacher put a cover over the allergy list. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, G Food Safety G. If a special diet is required for a child by a physician, a copy of the physicians order, a copy of the diet, and a sample meal plan for the special diet must be maintained in the childs file and followed. If the custodial parent or legal guardian notifies the program of any known food alle ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 25 - Meals and Snacks
- Official code
- 25-12
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 Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed items unrelated to diaper change on the diaper changing table as follows: Room 2: sensory bottle(water bottle with macaroni noodles inside), pen, adult scissors, masking tape(blue tape), and paper 1. Room 3: pacifier, adult scissors, masking tape(blue tape), packing tape and a pen. 2. Room 4: toys, paper and string 3. The director brought this standard back in compliance at the time of inspection by having the teachers remove the items from the diaper changing tables. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook 3.10.2 Diapering Requirements G. Items unrelated to diaper changing sh ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- 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 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
- Inspector notes
- During the time of inspection, the Director advised the Licensing Specialist that there 30 employees. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 30 of the 30 employee records. REMINDER: In-service training for 2024/2025 fiscal year must be completed before July 1, 2025 When the Licensing Specialist was reviewing the files the Licensing Specialist observed 2 personnel did not finish their 5 hours Early Literacy training. The director was given until February 24, 2025, 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 Se ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by February 24, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-06
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 Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of the inspection, the Director advised the Licensing Specialist that there are currently 152 children enrolled. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 57 of the 152 childrens records (Letters A through H). Licensing Counselor found two children who had an expired immunization form. The director was given until February 24, 2025, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 F Immunization Records The child care facility is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed Florida Certificati ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by February 24, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-02
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
- Report finding
- A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [15] children is required. A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [22] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. General Requirements [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- 2:6 infants 2:8 one year olds 2:11 one year olds 2:19 two year olds 1:8 two year olds 1:22 three year olds (not in ratio) corrected at 2:55 pm 2:22 three year olds 1:15 four year olds 1:12 four year olds 1:5 four year olds and five year olds 3 office staff 3-01: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist conducted ratios in Room 6, the three year old classroom and observed that the class was non-compliant. Licensing Specialist observed that there was 22 three year olds with 1 staff member at 2:35 pm. The schedule stated that naptime ended at 2:30 pm. Licensing Specialist stayed in the classroom until the second teacher came back from their lunch break to maintain ratio. The ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Ratio Sufficient
- Official code
- 03-01
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facilitys outdoor play area contained litter, nails, glass or other hazards that posed a low potential for harm to children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A Physical Environment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- 17-1: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that there was a broken plastic toy on the one year old playground with a number of small plastic pieces on the playground. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist told the director that there was a broken toy and picked up the plastic pieces and the broken toy and removed it from the playground. This is being marked corrected at the time of the inspection. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A: The outdoor play area must be clean and free from litter, nails, glass and other hazards.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-01
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 Physical Environment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- 20-6: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that there was a sleeping infant in a crib with a stuffed animal in the infants hands. During the inspection, the stuffed animal was removed. This is being marked corrected at the time of the inspection. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.4, A All personnel that care for infants must follow safe sleep practices as recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) as referenced in Caring for Our Children Basics Health and Safety Foundations for Early Care and Education, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(v), F.A.C. Cribs or playpen ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 20 - Crib Requirements
- Official code
- 20-06
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- Exit areas were blocked off and inaccessible in an emergency. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.3 Physical Environment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- The last fire drill was conducted on 8/30/2024. During the inspection, a fire drill was conducted with Licensing Specialist. The fire extinguisher certification(s) are valid until 1/2025. The annual fire inspection was conducted on 9/5/2024. 23-23: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that there was childs chair blocking the emergency exit in Room 5 (two year old classroom). During the inspection, staff moved the chair. This is being marked corrected at the time of the inspection. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.3 The exits must be clearly marked, identifying the path to safety in case of an ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-23
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 time of inspection, the Owner/Operator/Director advised the Licensing Specialist that there 27 employees. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 27 of the 27 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. 33-3: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed 2 child care personnel that did not start the DCF 40 hours of introductory training within 90 days of their start date. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assista ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by October 9, 2024
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- 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, Licensing Specialist observed that 1 child care personnel did not complete the DCF 5 hours of early literacy training within 12 months of their child care industry start date. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.2 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 m ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by October 9, 2024
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- 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 [ safe sleep practices and shaken baby syndrome]. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.3 and 4.2.5 Training [SR]
- Inspector notes
- 33-9: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed 1 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, CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.3 All child care personnel who work in a facility that offers care to infants must have training regarding guidance on safe sleep practices, preventing shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma; recognition of signs and symptoms of shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma; strategies for coping with crying, fussing, or distraught child and the development and vulnerabilities of the brain in infancy in early ch ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by October 9, 2024
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- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-09
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
- 39-4: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that there were 14 accident/incident reports that were not provided to the parent/pick up person on the date of the incident and 13 accident/incident reports that were not signed by the parent/pick up person. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 6.4, B & D This documentation must be shared with the custodial parent or legal guardian on the date of occurrence.
- Correction status
- Due by October 9, 2024
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- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 39 - Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation
- Official code
- 39-04
Medium concern: Incident records
- Report finding
- Documentation of an accident or incident was insufficient in that it did not include the [ childs last name (7), and the time of the accident/incident (6), the teacher/supervisor name/signature (1), and date of the accident/incident (1)]. CCF Handbook, Section 6.4, C Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- 39-5: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that there were a number of accident/incident reports that did not include the childs last name (7), and the time of the accident/incident (6), the teacher/supervisor name/signature (1), and date of the accident/incident (1). During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 6.4, 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 custodial parent or legal guardian. Program child care personnel signatures ma ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by October 9, 2024
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- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 39 - Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation
- Official code
- 39-05
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 Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- 40-17: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that there was an expired medication in the office medication bin (Diazepam), an expired sunscreen in the Room 5 (two year old room), and there is a prescription Nystatin in Room 3 (Toddler room) that was not given back to the parent or discarded after the prescription completed date. 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 October 9, 2024
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- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 40 - Medication
- Official code
- 40-17
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 [secondary signature, times off the vehicle and the drivers signature]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.2 General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- 5-4: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the transportation logs from 2/12/2024 to present were all missing the secondary signature. There were some transportation log entries that were also missing the times off the vehicle and the drivers signature. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist 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 ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by May 27, 2024
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- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 05 - Transportation
- Official code
- 05-04
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The facility's driver did not have [ An annual physical examination which grants medical approval to drive, Valid certificate(s) of course completion for first aid training and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) procedures]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.1 General Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- Driver 1s license will expire on 8/8/2027, physical was conducted on 11/30/2023, the CPR and First Aid certificate is valid until 11/30/2025 and the driver as completed transportation safety training. Driver 2s license will expire on 7/29/2028, the CPR and First Aid certificate is valid until 6/30/2025 and the driver as completed transportation safety training. Driver 3s license will expire on 1/19/2028 and the driver as completed transportation safety training. 6-1: During the inspection, the director could not find the documentation for Driver 2s physical and Driver 3s physical. The director provided a copy of driver 3s CPR and Frist Aid card, however the card did not state ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by May 10, 2024
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- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 06 - Driver's License, Physician Certification & First Aid/CPR Training
- Official code
- 06-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Open packages of perishable or leftover foods were not [ labeled with date]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, D
- Correction / follow-up note
- 24-21: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that there were three Tupperware containers (fruit cocktail, apple slices and pears) in the refrigerator that did not have the date that the food items were opened and put in the container. During the inspection, the date was added to the containers. This is being marked corrected at the time of the inspection. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, Opened packages of perishable or leftover food items must be properly covered or sealed in containers or bags, labeled with the date, and properly stored and discarded within seven calendar days.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-21
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Children were provided food that was not age appropriate and/or posed a choking hazard. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, B & C Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- 25-02: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the food served to the one year olds were cut into 0.5 inch lengths, in that the one year olds were served whole pieces of bread. During the inspection, the food was cut up for the one year olds. This is being marked corrected at the time of the inspection. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, Foods that are associated with young childrens choking incidents must not be served to children under 4 years of age, such as, but not limited to, whole/round hot dogs, popcorn, chips, pretzel nuggets, whole grapes, nuts, cheese cubes/sticks and any food that is of similar shape and si ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 25 - Meals and Snacks
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- 25-02
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- The hand washing sink was used for something other than hand washing in that [Toddler 1 and Toddler 2 classroom had a number of containers with toys and art supplies inside and surrounding the handwashing sink]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, C Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- 30-03: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the handwashing sink between Toddler 1 and Toddler 2 classroom had a number of containers with toys and art supplies inside and surrounding the handwashing sink. During the inspection, the items were removed from the handwashing sink. This is being marked corrected at the time of the inspection. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist 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
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- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
- Official code
- 30-03
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
- Inspector notes
- 32-04: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the facility did not have documentation that the monthly maintenance inspections were completed for the month of March 2024, in that the log did not have any entry for the month of March 2024. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, All playground equipment must be securely anchored, unless portable or stationary by design, in good repair, maintained in safe and sanitary condition, and placed to ensure safe use by the children. Maintenance must include inspections conducted every month of all supports above and below the ground and of all connectors and moving parts. Documentat ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by May 27, 2024
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- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-04
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
- 33-03: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that there were 2 child care personnel that did not start the DCF 40 hours of introductory training within 90 days of the child care industry start date. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist 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 constitute begin training. The begin training timeframes begin at the time ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by May 27, 2024
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- 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
- 33-06: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that there was 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, 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 certi ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by May 27, 2024
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- 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
- 33-09: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that there were 3 employees that did not have documentation that the fire extinguisher training was completed within 30 days of their start date. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist 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 May 27, 2024
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- 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
- Inspector notes
- 35-12: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that there were 3 employees that did not have documentation that the exposure plan was reviewed before they started working at the facility. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist 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 ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by May 27, 2024
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- 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 Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- 40-17: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that there were 3 topical creams (Aveeno Baby Lotion exp 3/2024, Boudreauxs Butt Paste exp 1/2024, and Vitamin A and D Ointment exp 5/2022) that were not discarded or returned to the custodial parents after the creams expired, 2 in the toddler classroom and 1 in the two year old room. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, 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 May 27, 2024
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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 Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- 41-02: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that there were 3 expired immunizations within the childrens file. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, 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[1]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 c ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by May 27, 2024
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- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-02
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- A complete CF-FSP Form 5131, Background Screening and Personnel File Requirements, was not on file for all employees. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1, A Record Keeping [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- 45-01: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that there were 2 employee files that did not have the 5131 form completed. During the inspection, the director completed the 2 employees 5131 form. This is being marked corrected at the time of the inspection. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, Each personnel record must have a completed CF-FSP Form 5131, Background Screening and Personnel File Requirements, which is incorporated by reference in paragraph 65C-22.001(7)(b), F.A.C.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-01
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
- 45-04: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed 7 employee files that did not have the documentation that the 5 year employment history checks were conducted. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provide technical assistance, D. 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 atte ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by May 27, 2024
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- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-04
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- The facility failed to maintain a current Employee/Contractor Roster for all child care personnel in the Clearinghouse. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, K
- Correction / follow-up note
- 45-09: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that 1 employee was not added to the Employee/Contractor Roster in the Clearinghouse within 10 days of their hire date and 5 employees were not given an end on the roster within 10 days of their last day of employment. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provide technical assistance, K. The employer/owner/operator must add child care personnel to their Employee/Contractor Roster in the Clearinghouse within 10 days of when the individual has received a child care eligible result and has been hired at the facility. Employer/owner/operator must add an end date for individuals on the Employee/Contractor Roster in ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by May 27, 2024
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- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-09
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- Supervision of children in the [VPK B] group was inadequate in that [one child was left unsupervised in the VPK B classroom for 4 minutes 10 seconds]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- 4-01: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist review the recorded cameras from the incident on 4/24/2024. Licensing Specialist observed that at 3:37 pm, the child was sitting on the carpet by a shelf, while the teacher was gathering the children by the door leading to the hallway. The child moves behind a shelf while he was still sitting. The teacher points at each child as if she was counting the children and then left the room with the children, at 1:17 (video time stamp) leaving the child unsupervised in the classroom. The child gets out from behind the shelf once everyone has left the classroom. The child was unsupervised for 4 minutes 10 seconds. The assistant direct ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
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- 04-01
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- Child care personnel failed to document an accident or incident on the day that it occurred. CCF Handbook, Section 6.4, A Health Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- 39-03: During the inspection, the assistant director advised that an incident report was not created for the child that was left unsupervised. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, All accidents and incidents or unusual occurrences that are threatening to the health, safety, or welfare of a child that occur while the child is in care must be documented on the same day they occur.
- Correction status
- Due by May 27, 2024
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- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 39 - Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation
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- 39-03
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- Supervision of children in the [Twos A] group was inadequate in that [a child was left alone in the classroom]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- 4.1: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist watched the recorded video of the incident on 1/4/2024. Licensing Specialist observed the Twos A classroom waiting to go outside. AB was standing in the door way and was conducting name to face, calling each child to go outside. BB was in the classroom with the children and then went outside. AB continued to call each childs name to go outside. MH was sitting in front of the window next to the outside doorway. At one point MH stood up and was standing in front of the same window. AB closed the outside door and MH was still standing in the room by the window. MH was alone in the classroom for 5 minutes and 49 seconds). MH waited ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
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- 04-01
Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
- Report finding
- A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [6] children is required. A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [11] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. General Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- 3-01: On 2/22/2024 at around 11:30 am, the teacher come to the office to asking about making sure that she could leave at 2:30 pm. The curriculum coordinator asked the teacher who was in the Toddler B classroom, since she would upfront in the office and the teacher said that the substitute was in the classroom. The curriculum coordinator told the teacher that she should not just leave the classroom because that would leave the classroom out of ratio (1 teacher with 11 one year olds). The curriculum coordinator stated that she is trying to figure out breaks and who would go to her classroom for the teacher when it was time. The curriculum coordinator told the teacher that she ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Ratio Sufficient
- Official code
- 03-01
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
- Correction / follow-up note
- 24-18: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed 4 cartons of liquid eggs that were in the refrigerator past the use by date (2/24/2024). The liquid eggs were discarded. This is being marked corrected at the time of the inspection. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provide technical assistance, B. Stored food must be consumed or discarded on or before the expiration dates listed by the manufacturer.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
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- 24-18
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Open packages of perishable or leftover foods were not [ discarded within 7 calendar days, labeled with date]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, D
- Correction / follow-up note
- 24-21: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed 6 perishable/leftover food items in a Tupperware there were labeled with the name of the food items and some did not have the date. Licensing Specialist observed the dates on the food items (2/17/2024, 2/22/2024, and 2/23/2024) that were not discarded within 7 calendar days. The food in the tupperwares was discarded. This is being marked corrected at the time of the inspection. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provide technical assistance, D. Opened packages of perishable or leftover food items must be properly covered or sealed in containers or bags, labeled with the date, and properly stored and discarde ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
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- 24-21
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- Toys, equipment and/or furnishings available to the children in care were not age appropriate in that [pieces of furniture that were not age appropriate in the one year old classroom (Toddler A) in that the Kaplan dress-up furniture was for 2 years plus, the Kaplan small table with 2 chairs was for 2 years plus and the Kaplan all-in-one kitchen was for 18 months plus]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.11, A Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- 31-01: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed 3 pieces of furniture that were not age appropriate in the one year old classroom (Toddler A) in that the Kaplan dress-up furniture was for 2 years plus, the Kaplan small table with 2 chairs was for 2 years plus and the Kaplan all-in-one kitchen was for 18 months plus. The curriculum coordinator stated that the facility is in the process of purchasing age appropriate furniture. The three furniture pieces were removed from the classroom. This is being marked corrected at the time of the inspection. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provide technical assistance, A child care facility must make available toys, ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 31 - Indoor Equipment
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- 31-01
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
- 45-04: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed 2 employee files that did not have the documentation that the 5 year employment history checks were conducted. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provide technical assistance, D. 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 atte ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 5, 2024
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- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-04
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- The facility failed to maintain a current Employee/Contractor Roster for all child care personnel in the Clearinghouse. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, K
- Correction / follow-up note
- 45-09: During the inspection, Licensing 6 employees that were not added to the Employee/Contractor Roster in the Clearinghouse within 10 days of their hire date (4 of which were from Child Care Careers). Licensing Specialist advised that the Child Care Careers employees still have to be added to the Roster. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provide technical assistance, K. The employer/owner/operator must add child care personnel to their Employee/Contractor Roster in the Clearinghouse within 10 days of when the individual has received a child care eligible result and has been hired at the facility. Employer/owner/operator must add an end date for individuals on the ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 5, 2024
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- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-09
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- Supervision of children in the [Preschool] group was inadequate in that [a child was left alone in the classroom]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- 4.1: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist watched the recorded video of the incident on 12/12/2023. The cameras showed all the children sitting waiting for their names to be called to go outside. AD was sitting on the floor at the end of the line with her water bottle. One teacher, SP, was standing in the doorway to outside and was calling the childrens names to go outside using the tablet to conduct name to face. The second teacher, HM, walked through the doorway and was outside with the children as they came out. The teacher in the doorway closed the door and left AD alone in the classroom. SC was observed coming into the classroom from the hallway. SC called ADs nam ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
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- 04-01
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The facility failed to include their license number when advertising. s.402.318, F.S.
- Inspector notes
- 1-03: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the 2 transportation vehicles that were advertising for the facility did not have the correct license number. The licensing number on the vehicles was before the change of ownership. At the initial inspection, Licensing Specialist advised that all advertainments need to include the facilitys new license number. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, Advertisement. A person, as defined in s. 1.01(3), may not advertise a child care facility, family day care home, or large family child care home without including within such advertisement the state or local agency license number o ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by February 9, 2024
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- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 01 - License Displayed/Citation Posted/Advertising
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- 01-03
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- Exit areas were not clear in accordance with fire safety regulations. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.3 Physical Environment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- The last fire drill was conducted on 12/29/2023. The fire extinguisher certification(s) are valid until 1/2024. The annual fire inspection was conducted on 9/20/2023. 23-22: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the emergency exit was blocked in the Toddler A classroom with Foam Climbing Equipment. During the inspection the Foam Climbing Equipment was moved. This is being marked corrected at the time of the inspection. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, The exits must be clearly marked, identifying the path to safety in case of an emergency, at all times during the operation of the child care facility. The exits must ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-22
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The play equipment was not maintained in a safe or sanitary condition for the children to use in that [a plastic green see saw was cracked in two places and a sharp, rusted piece of metal attached to one of the brown planter boxes ]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B and F Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- 32-03: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the outdoor equipment was not in good repair, in that a plastic green see saw was cracked in two places on the far-left playground. Licensing Specialist also observed a sharp, rusted piece of metal attached to one of the brown planter boxes on the middle playground. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, All playground equipment must be securely anchored, unless portable or stationary by design, in good repair, maintained in safe and sanitary condition, and placed to ensure safe use by the children. Maintenance must include inspections conducted every month of all supports abo ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by January 24, 2024
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-03
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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 is your current process for checking classrooms and play areas to ensure no potentially harmful items are left within reach of children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- The available inspection records show a repeated pattern of hazardous items, such as cleaning supplies or small objects, being found in areas accessible to children. Understanding the daily safety check routine helps families know how the center proactively maintains a secure environment.
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How do you manage the storage and expiration tracking for medications and topical creams brought from home?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records indicate that expired medications and topical products have been found in classrooms during past inspections. This question helps parents understand the center's system for monitoring product dates and ensuring items are returned or discarded promptly.
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Could you walk me through how your team maintains appropriate staff-to-child ratios throughout the day, especially during transitions or staff breaks?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report noted instances where staffing levels did not meet the required ratios. Asking about the center's approach to coverage and transitions provides insight into how they prioritize consistent supervision.
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Can you describe the steps the center takes to ensure all staff members complete their required annual training on time?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records show that multiple recent inspections identified instances where staff had not completed required annual in-service training. Asking about the current process helps clarify how the center tracks and ensures compliance with these professional development requirements.
- Context
- The most recent report indicates a correction is due by 3/6/2026.
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What is your process for communicating with parents if an accident or incident occurs while a child is in your care?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available records show that in the past, some incident reports were not shared with parents on the day of the occurrence or lacked required documentation details. This question helps clarify the center's communication policy and commitment to keeping families informed.
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