Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 3.15
- Local median
- 1.36
Ivy Blossoms Childcare Center
30126 Wesley Chapel Blvd, Wesley Chapel, FL 33543
- License:
- C06PA0395
- 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, Night Care, Weekend Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Wed: 6:30AM to 6:30PM; Thu-Fri: 6:30AM to 11:00PM; Sat: 9:00AM to 2:00PM; Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 61
- License expiration:
- September 24, 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 inspectionJanuary 15, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsJanuary 15, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 13 available inspections for Ivy Blossoms Childcare Center from September 15, 2023 through January 15, 2026.
Eight inspections recorded violations, with 41 recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on September 3, 2025 and involved emergency preparedness, with a due date of September 13, 2025.
Staff-to-child ratio was a higher-concern topic that showed up in two inspections.
Two later inspections, from November 18, 2025 through January 15, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 13
- Recorded violations
- 41
- Higher-concern violations
- 13
- Repeated topics
- 8
4 in last 12 months
1 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
13 total inspections vs 13 local median in 33543
Compared to 9 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 38%
- Local median
- 22%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 62%
- Local median
- 44%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 8
- 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.
Facility condition
Appeared across 4 inspections, with 7 recorded violations.
December 21, 2023May 15, 2024September 4, 2024January 29, 2025Background screening
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 4 recorded violations.
May 15, 2024September 4, 2024January 29, 2025Equipment or readiness
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 5 recorded violations.
May 15, 2024September 4, 2024January 29, 2025Health or food records
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 7 recorded violations.
September 4, 2024January 29, 2025May 23, 2025Staff training
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 4 recorded violations.
May 15, 2024September 4, 2024January 29, 2025Hazardous access
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 4 recorded violations.
September 4, 2024January 29, 2025Recordkeeping
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 4 recorded violations.
May 15, 2024September 4, 2024Staff-to-child ratio
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
January 29, 2025May 23, 2025Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- The facility did not have a current and approved annual fire safety inspection by the local fire authority. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, A (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, a fire drill (naptime) was conducted in the presence of the Licensing Specialist. There were 6 adults and 32 children present. The last fire inspection for this facility was dated 8/8/2025 with some violations. The fire extinguisher certifications are valid until 10/2025. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the fire inspection that was conducted on 8/8/2025 had some citation. The director was given until September 13, 2025, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook 3.8.2, A Fire Safety Unless statutorily exempted, all childcare facilities must ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by September 13, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-02
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Child(ren) did not have a Florida Certification of Immunization (DH Form 680) or a Religious Exemption from Immunization (DH Form 681), on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1, B Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of the inspection, the Operator advised the Licensing Specialist that there are currently 56 children enrolled. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 56 of the 56 childrens records. Licensing specialist observed one child who had missing immunization form. The director was given until June 23, 2025, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 B Immunization Records The child care facility is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed Florida Certification of Immunization form Part A ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by June 23, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-01
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 Operator advised the Licensing Specialist that there are currently 56 children enrolled. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 56 of the 56 childrens records. Licensing specialist observed two children who had an expired immunization form. The director was given until June 23, 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 Certification of Immunization form ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by June 23, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-02
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The Student Health Examination or equivalent health statement was not acceptable in that: [ It was not current (over two years old)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of the inspection, the Operator advised the Licensing Specialist that there are currently 56 children enrolled. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 56 of the 56 childrens records. Licensing Specialist observed one child who had an expired physical form. The director was given until June 23, 2025, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 B Student Health Records The child care facility is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed Student Health Examination form DH 3040, which i ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by June 23, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
- Official code
- 42-02
Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
- Report finding
- A ratio of [3] child care personnel for [11] children is required. A ratio of [2] child care personnel for [11] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. General Requirements [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- The ratio was non-compliant: 2:11 - 1(infant), 6(1 year old's), and 4(2 year old's) 1:15 - 3 year old's 1:16 - 4/5 year old's 1 other personnel Corrected Ratio at 1:15PM as follows: 3:11 - 1(infant), 6(1 year old's), and 4(2 year old's) 1:15 - 3 year old's 1:16 - 4/5 year old's 1 other personnel During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed 2 child care personnel with 11 children which one of them was an infant. The person in charge brought this standard back in compliance by having i more child care personnel go into the classroom at the time of inspection. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 2.3 Ratios The ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Ratio Sufficient
- Official code
- 03-01
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed paint peeling in the VPK around the door frame of the closet and bathroom 4 and the outside door of the infant room. The director was given until March 3, 2025, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 3.1 A.- General Health and Safety Requirements. A. All child care facilities must be clean, in good repair, free from health and safety hazards and from evidence of, or presence of, vermin infestation. Indoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety and documented on a daily inspection log. Outdoor play are ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by March 3, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- A safety deficiency having a moderate potential for harm to the children in care was observed. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed cords(charger cord) hanging down by a child head that was laying on a cot( provider removed the cord at the time of inspection).During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed in bathroom 2 and 4 the drainage cover is not connected to the drain. When licensing specialist stepped on the drain the cover moved off the drain and the licensing specialist foot almost went into the drain that had water in it. The director was given until February 7, 2025, to come into compliance with this standard. Licensing Specialist had the provider close the bathrooms until they are fixed. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provi ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-07
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- A fire hazard, [dust build up on the vents], was observed in the facility. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, B Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed a buildup of dust on the vents in the bathroom. The director brought this standard back in compliance by having the teacher clean the vents at the time of inspection. 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 includes grease build-up in ovens, stoves and food equipment.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-12
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 Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed bleach solution in a bucket sitting on the counter near the children sink in the VPK classroom and the kitchen door that is connected to the VPK room was left open and there was mop water with cleaning solution, sanitizer and bleach in the kitchen. The director brought this standard back in compliance by closing the kitchen door and locking the door at the time of inspection. During the inspection, 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 h ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 13 - Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons
- Official code
- 13-02
Medium concern: 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]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed on the playground a green pole sticking out of the ground in the sandbox(This was removed), A cabinet that was peeling(This was removed), ground cover sticking up out of the mulch and was shredding(This needs to be repaired, the white fence had a green substance on it(This was cleaned), plastic tubing on the white fence that was broke and falling apart (This was removed). The director was given until March 3, 2025, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 3.5 A- Outdoor Play Area. A. The outdoor play area must be clean and fre ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by March 3, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-01
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 Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed on the playground fence the base of the fence had a gap more than 3 inches off the ground. There was a gap at the bottom of the back fence by the black barrier the gap was measuring at 4 inches, gap under the white fence by the parking lot that was measuring at 5 inches. and where the gate is the gap is measuring at 5 inches The director was given until February 7, 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 fencing or walls a minimum of 4 feet in height. ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by February 7, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-06
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Garbage containing food waste was not disposed of in a leak proof, nonabsorbent container with a tight fitting lid. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.1, A.8. Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed in the kitchen there was a trash can with food in it without a lid. The director brought this standard back in compliance by exchanging the trash can with a trash can that had a lid at the time of inspection. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Hand book, Section 3.9.1, A. 8 Food Preparation Area 8. Leak-proof, non-absorbent containers covered with a tight-fitting lid for all food waste stored inside the facility. The container must be emptied, cleaned, and sanitized or disinfected daily.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-11
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Required food temperatures were not maintained in that [there was chicken left in the oven.]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, D.7. Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the chicken was left in the oven and it was reading at 30 degrees. The director brought this standard back in compliance by throwing away the chicken at the time of inspection. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, D.7 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. 7. To prevent food from becoming potentially hazardous ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 25 - Meals and Snacks
- Official code
- 25-06
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- A refrigerator was observed without a thermometer or with a thermometer showing a temperature reading greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, F.1. Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the refrigerator in the infant room was reading at 49 degrees. The director was given until March 3, 2025, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, 3.9.2, F.1 Food Storage F. Refrigerators/freezers:1 . An accurate thermometer designed to measure cold storage temperature must be placed inside each refrigeration and freezer unit. Thermometers in refrigerators must show a reading of 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below, and thermometers in freezers must show a reading of 0 degrees Fahrenheit or below. The thermometer must be located in the center of the un ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by March 3, 2025
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 25 - Meals and Snacks
- Official code
- 25-07
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The ground cover or other protective surface under the [around and under the jungle gym ] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed on the playground the left side of the jungle gym 3 feet 7 inches from the jungle gym mulch was reading at 3inches, the front left side corner of the jungle gym 3 feet 8 inches from the jungle gym mulch was reading at 3 1/2 inches, the front side by the steps of the jungle gym 9 inches from the jungle gym mulch was reading at 3 1/2 inches, the front side by the slide of the jungle gym 2 feet 7 inches from the jungle gym mulch was reading at 3 1/2 inches, the right side of the jungle gym 2 feet 6 1/2 inches from the jungle gym mulch was reading at 5 inches, under the jungle gym the mulch is reading at 4 inches, the back side ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by March 3, 2025
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-07
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the 40 hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement. CCF Handbook Section 4.2.1
- Inspector notes
- During the time of inspection, the Director advised the Licensing Specialist that there 11 employees. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 11 of the 11 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 one personnel did not finish her 40-hour training. The director was given until March 3, 2025, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 4.1 Beginning Training Childcare personnel including volunteers ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by March 3, 2025
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 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
- When the Licensing Specialist was reviewing the files the licensing specialist observed one personnel did not start her 40-hour training within the first 90 days in the industry. The director was given until March 3, 2025, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 4.1 Beginning Training Childcare personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month must begin training within 90 days of employment in the childcare industry and successfully complete Departments training within 12 months from the date training begins. Training taken prior to employment in the childcare ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by March 3, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-03
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- Documentation of Level 2 Clearinghouse screening clearance was missing for child care personnel. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1,C Record Keeping [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse: The Background Screening Clearinghouse will generate e-mails and send you, the provider, a reminder at 60, 30, and 21 days prior to the retention date expiration. Please note, you will only receive that notification for the staff that are on your facility/home roster. Please keep your roster current in the Clearinghouse to avoid confusion on expiration dates, or unwanted notifications. During the time of inspection, the Director advised the Licensing Specialist that there 11 employees. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 11 of the 11 employee records. During the inspection, Licensing Specialis ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-02
Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
- Report finding
- A ratio of [2] child care personnel for [21] children is required. A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [21] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- 12:4 - 5(1 year old's) and 7(2 year old's) 16:2 - 3 year old's 21:1 - 4 year old's 3 other personnel During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed 1 child care personnel and a volunteer on the playground with 21 four year olds. The other child care personnel was in the building cleaning the room. The director brought this standard back in compliance by having the child care personnel that was cleaning in the classroom going outside with the group at the time of inspection. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 2.3 Ratios The staff-to-child ratio, as established in Section 402.305(4), F.S., is based on primary r ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Ratio Sufficient
- Official code
- 03-01
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- 12-2: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that certain areas in the facility were not in good repair, in that there was a rectangular hole in the wall in the Toddler classroom, a sensory bin that was not stable because there were screws missing in the Toddler classroom, and 2 doors that were peeling paint in the VPK classroom. 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 documente ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by October 4, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facilitys outdoor play area contained litter, nails, glass or other hazards that posed a low potential for harm to children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- 17-1: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that there was a low hazard on the outdoor playground, in that there was a number of mushrooms growing. During the inspection, staff removed all the mushrooms. 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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- 20-6: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed an infant sleeping in a crib with a blanket in the Infant classroom. During the inspection, staff removed the blanket. 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 and C Children must not be placed in the cribs, playpens, play yards or other sleeping and napping bedding with items that could pose a strangulation or suffocation risk. Cribs, playpens, play yards, other napping and sleeping bedding being used by a child must be placed a minimum of 18 inches away from window blinds, draperies or any w ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 20 - Crib Requirements
- Official code
- 20-06
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- Child care personnel did not wash their hands [after diaper changing]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- 29-02: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed a teacher changing a diaper in the Toddler classroom. Once the teacher was done, she put the child on the ground and called the name of the next child to be changed and went to pick up the child. Licensing Specialist stated that the teacher needs to wash their hands after changing a childs diaper. During the inspection, the teacher washed their hands. This is being marked corrected at the time of the inspection. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.1 Child care personnel and children must wash their hands thoroughly with soap and running water, dry, and ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 29 - Health and Sanitation
- Official code
- 29-02
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- Child care personnel did not assist children with hand washing [after toileting and diaper changing]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- 29-03: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed a child going to the bathroom in the Toddler Classroom. Once the child was finished the teacher let the child go and play. The child did not wash their hands after going to the bathroom. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist stated that the child needs to wash their hands. During the inspection, the child washed their hands. Licensing Specialist observed a teacher changing a diaper in the Toddler classroom. Once the teacher was done, she put the child on the ground and called the name of the next child to be changed and went to pick up the child. Licensing Specialist stated that the child needs to wash their ha ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 29 - Health and Sanitation
- Official code
- 29-03
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- The diaper changing surface was not cleaned and sanitized or disinfected after each use. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, E (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- 30-05: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed Licensing Specialist observed a teacher changing a diaper in the Toddler classroom. Once the teacher was done, she put the child on the ground and called the name of the next child to be changed and went to pick up the child. Licensing Specialist stated that the diaper table needs to be sanitized after changing a diaper. During the inspection, the teacher sanitized the diaper table. This is being marked corrected at the time of the inspection. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, E When children in diapers are in care, there must be a diaper changing ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
- Official code
- 30-05
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 Owner/Operator/Director advised the Licensing Specialist that there 10 employees. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 10 of the 10 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. 33-13: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that there were 3 employees that did not complete the School Readiness Pre- Service training by 6/30/2024. Two of the employees were in the Toddler classroom without Child Care Personnel wh ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by October 4, 2024
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
- 35-12: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that there were 3 employees that did not have documentation that the facilitys exposure plan was reviewed annually. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 6 There are three common modes of transmission for the spread of microorganisms in child care settings: contact, droplet, and airborne. Many common infections encountered in the child care setting are transmitted by direct or indirect contact. Child care facilities shall develop a written exposure plan regarding universal safety precautions, recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by October 4, 2024
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 35 - Communicable Disease Control
- Official code
- 35-12
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- A signed statement from the custodial parent(s) or legal guardian(s) attesting that the facility had provided the department's Know Your Child Care Facility brochure was not on file for the child(ren). CCF Handbook, Section 7.3, C.1. (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of the inspection, the Owner/Operator advised the Licensing Specialist that there are currently 56 children enrolled. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 56 of the 56 childrens records REMINDER : Influenza brochures must be provided annually between August 1st and September 30th for each enrolled child. Distracted Adult brochures must be provided semi-annually in the months of April and September for each enrolled child. 43-3: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that there were 3 childrens files that were missing the second page of their enrollment form. The second page of the enrollment form includes parents ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by October 4, 2024
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- RECORD KEEPING - 43 - Enrollment Information
- Official code
- 43-03
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- A signed statement from the custodial parent(s) or legal guardian(s) attesting that the facility had provided their written disciplinary and expulsion policies was not on file for the child(ren). CCF Handbook, Section 7.3, C.2. and Section 2.8, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- 43-4: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that there were 3 childrens files that were missing the second page of their enrollment form. The second page of the enrollment form includes parents signature and the that states the parents had received a copy of the discipline and expulsion policy. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 7.3, C.2. and Section 2.8, C There shall be signed statements from the custodial parents or legal guardian that the child care facility has provided them with the following information: 2. The child care facilitys written disciplinary and expulsion policies.
- Correction status
- Due by October 4, 2024
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- RECORD KEEPING - 43 - Enrollment Information
- Official code
- 43-04
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The personnel/ volunteer (ten hours or more per month) record did not include a CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form signed annually. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of inspection, the Owner/Operator/Director advised the Licensing Specialist that there 10 employees. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 10 of the 10 employee records. 44-4: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that there was 1 employee that did not have the Child Abuse and Neglect form signed annually. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, C CF-FSP Form 5337, Child Abuse & Neglect Reporting Requirements, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(l), F.A.C., must be signed on or before hire date and annually thereafter by all child care personnel.
- Correction status
- Due by October 4, 2024
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- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-04
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- An employment history verification was not documented and on file. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse: The Background Screening Clearinghouse will generate e-mails and send you, the provider, a reminder at 60, 30, and 21 days prior to the retention date expiration. Please note, you will only receive that notification for the staff that are on your facility/home roster. Please keep your roster current in the Clearinghouse to avoid confusion on expiration dates, or unwanted notifications. 45-4: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed 1 employee did not have the 5 year employment verification completed and documented. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by October 4, 2024
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- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-04
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- Background screening was not completed: [ after a 90-day break in service.] CCF Handbook, Section 5.2 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- 45-7: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that 2 employees were not re-screened after a break in employment in the child care industry that exceeded 90 days. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 5.2 Child care personnel must be re- screened following a break in employment in the child care industry that exceeds 90 days. Child care personnel/individual with a break in service that exceeds 90 days are considered unscreened child care personnel/individuals until completion of re-screening. These child care personnel/individuals shall not have unsupervised contact with children in care.
- Correction status
- Due by October 4, 2024
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- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-07
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 10, number 1) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- 12-2: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the facility was not in good repair in that there is a cabinet door that was not fully attached in the one year old classroom. On the outdoor playground one of the bicycles on the bicycle merry go round did not a pedal attached, making the wheel wiggly. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, All child care facilities must be clean, in good repair, free from health and safety hazards and from evidence of, or presence of, vermin infestation. Indoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety and documented on a daily inspection log. Outdoor play areas must be i ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by June 14, 2024
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- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facility did not have an operable corded telephone available to all child care personnel during hours of operation. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.1
- Inspector notes
- 22-01: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the corded phone was not operational. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, There must be at least one operable corded telephone that is neither locked nor located at a pay station that is available to all child care personnel at all times during the hours of operation.
- Correction status
- Due by May 29, 2024
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- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 22 - Operable Phone
- Official code
- 22-01
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The ground cover or other protective surface under the [new climber did not have mulch 6 foot around the perimeter of the equipment, in that the climber was 5 feet 7 inches away from the border. ] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D (Section 11.2, number 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- 32-7: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the facility had new climbers (with a slide) installed on the outdoor playground. Licensing Specialist observed that the new climber did not have mulch 6 foot around the perimeter of the equipment, in that the climber was 5 feet 7 inches away from the border. Extra time is being provided due to the potential financial hardship and labor to move the equipment. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, Permanent or stationary playground equipment must have a fall/use zone that extends a minimum of 6 feet in all directions from the perimeter of the equipment. All types of ground cove ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by July 15, 2024
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- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-07
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, the use of fire extinguishers]. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.3 and 4.2.5
- Inspector notes
- 33-9: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that 1 employee did not complete the safe sleep training within 30 days of their hire date. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, 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 childhood within 30 days of hire at the fa ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by June 14, 2024
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- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-09
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 16, number 8) Health Requirements [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- 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 dated and signed by the custodial parent or legal guardian and contain the childs name; the name of the medication to be given; and date, time and amount of the correct dosage to be given. Prescription and non- prescription medications that are used on an as needed basis require the parent/ legal guardian to provide additional documentation on the authorization form to describe symptoms that would require the medication to be given. The child care provider must never administer a medication that i ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 40 - Medication
- Official code
- 40-17
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The facility did not maintain documentation that the parent(s) or legal guardian(s) of each child were provided information regarding the potential for distracted adults to fail to drop off a child and leave them in the car annually during the months of April and September in that [he distracted driver brochure was not provided to the custodial parents for all the children enrolled during the month of April 2024]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.3, C.5.
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the inspection, the director advised that there are currently 47 children enrolled, 10 of which are newly enrolled since the last inspection. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist monitored 10 of the 10 newly enrolled children's records. 43-10: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the distracted driver brochure was not provided to the custodial parents for all the children enrolled during the month of April 2024. During the inspection, the director sent the distracted driver brochure to all the parents via the Brightwheel App. This is being marked corrected at the time of the inspection. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided te ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- RECORD KEEPING - 43 - Enrollment Information
- Official code
- 43-10
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- Employment history check did not include all required information including applicants, job title, description of regular duties, confirmation of employment dates, and level of job performance. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, D
- Correction / follow-up note
- 45-5: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed 2 employees did not have the documentation that the 5 year employment history was verified. During the inspection, the director documented that the 5 year employment history was verified. This is being marked corrected at the time of the inspection. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, The employer/owner/operator must conduct employment history checks, including documented attempts to contact each employer that employed the individual within the preceding five years, and documentation of the findings. Documentation must include the applicants job title and description of his/her r ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-05
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- Child care personnel failed to ensure arrival and departure times were complete and accurate at the time of arrival or departure. CCF Handbook, Section 7.5, B
- Correction / follow-up note
- 46-3: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the attendance was not accurate in the one year old classroom, in that there were 9 children in the classroom and only 5 were signed in on the attendance. During the inspection, staff updated that attendance. This is being marked corrected at the time of the inspection. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, Daily attendance of children must be taken and recorded accurately by the child care personnel, documenting the time when each child enters and departs the program. A. Attendance devices used for the purposes of tracking attendance may be used, but personnel must ensure the ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- RECORD KEEPING - 46 - Daily Attendance
- Official code
- 46-03
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Bedding and/or linens were not stored in a sanitary manner. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1, G & H (Section 12.4, number 6) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Licensing Specialist observed nap cots stored in the restroom in the two year old classroom. "3.6.1, G. Bedding and linens, when not in use, must be stored in a sanitary manner which prevents the spread of germs or lice from other linens. All bedding and linens must be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized at least once a week, and before use by another child. H. Bedding and linens shall not be stored in the bathroom, unless stored in cabinets." A teacher moved the cots out of the bathroom; thus, returning this standard to compliance at the time of this inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 18 - Bedding and Linens
- Official code
- 18-12
No recorded violations in this report
Questions to ask
Suggested questions for parents based on recorded violations in inspection reports. If there are not enough source-backed violations, you will see general questions for daycare.
Finding-specific
Could you describe the current process for ensuring that staff-to-child ratios are maintained throughout the day, especially during transitions or outdoor play?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an inspection show that ratio requirements were not met at times, and this question helps parents understand how the center manages staffing levels to ensure consistent supervision.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps does the center take to ensure all background screening documentation is complete and up-to-date for every staff member?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report noted instances where background screening documentation was missing, so this question helps parents understand the center's current record-keeping practices for staff credentials.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How does the center monitor the playground and facility to ensure that all areas remain secure and free of potential hazards?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records show that concerns regarding hazardous access and playground fencing appeared in multiple reports, and this question helps parents understand the center's current maintenance and safety protocols.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your process for ensuring that all potentially harmful items, such as cleaning supplies, are stored securely and out of reach of children at all times?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an inspection identified an issue with the storage of hazardous materials, and this question helps parents understand the center's current safety procedures for handling and storing cleaning products.
Related violations
General question
How do you communicate with families about daily routines and any updates to center policies?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Understanding how the center shares information helps parents feel more connected to their child's daily experience and ensures they are informed about important center updates.