Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 2.42
- Local median
- 1.31
ARTZ 4 Life Academy, Inc.
1751 Kings Hwy, Clearwater, FL 33755
- License:
- C06PI0006
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 9, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- After School, Full Day, Transportation
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 9:00AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 79
- License expiration:
- January 27, 2027
Typical cost: $1,538 - $1,603 (Under 1)
Child’s age
$1,538 - $1,603/mo
Median daily rate: $71.00 - $74.00
Official Florida Division of Early Learning Pinellas County data.
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Inspection snapshot
Recent higher-concern violation
At least one higher-concern violation appears in the last 12 months.
Next: Read reports, examine repeated topics below, look at the broader history, and ask what changed afterward.
Latest inspectionApril 13, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsApril 13, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 26 available inspections for ARTZ 4 Life Academy, Inc. from January 18, 2023 through April 13, 2026.
11 inspections recorded violations, with 63 recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on January 28, 2026 and involved hazardous access, with a due date of February 11, 2026.
That higher-concern topic showed up in three inspections.
Four later inspections, from February 11, 2026 through April 13, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 26
- Recorded violations
- 63
- Higher-concern violations
- 29
- Repeated topics
- 8
9 in last 12 months
11 in last 12 months
7 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
26 total inspections vs 10 local median in 33755
Compared to 15 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 42%
- Local median
- 33%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 42%
- Local median
- 42%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 8
- Local average
- 2.53
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Background screening
Appeared across 6 inspections, with 8 recorded violations.
November 13, 2023May 20, 2024November 19, 2024March 24, 2025August 26, 2025November 19, 2025Staff training
Appeared across 5 inspections, with 13 recorded violations.
November 13, 2023August 14, 2024November 19, 2024March 24, 2025November 19, 2025Attendance accountability
Appeared across 4 inspections, with 6 recorded violations.
August 14, 2024March 24, 2025August 26, 2025November 19, 2025Equipment or readiness
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
November 13, 2023May 20, 2024November 19, 2024Health or food records
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 4 recorded violations.
November 13, 2023May 20, 2024March 24, 2025Facility condition
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
May 20, 2024March 24, 2025January 28, 2026Hazardous access
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
November 13, 2023January 28, 2026Transportation
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
March 24, 2025November 19, 2025Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The citation for a violation of a licensing standard or requirement of ss. 402.301-402.319 F.S. that resulted in disciplinary action did not remain posted with the license for a full year after its effective date.
- Report comments
- The fine that was issued on 8-6-25 was not posted. Provider posted the fine at time of inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 20 - Administrative Fine Posted: V. A.
- Official code
- 20-01
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- An area of the childrens center was observed to not be in good repair [there was peeling paint on the wall].
- Correction / follow-up note
- On one of the dividing walls, there was a section with peeling paint. As a temporary fix, provider covered the section with a piece of paper. Please submit a photo of the permanent repair.
- Correction status
- Due by February 11, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 36 - Clean Good Repair (Indoor Play Space) VI. C.
- Official code
- 36-02
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- The childrens center did not have electrical outlet covers or the outlet covers that were not in place.
- Correction / follow-up note
- All of the rooms were missing outlet covers. Please submit photos of the outlets with outlet covers to PCLB.
- Correction status
- Due by February 11, 2026
More details
- Report section
- SAFETY, HEALTH AND SANITATION - 57 - Premises Free of Health and Safety Hazards
- Official code
- 57-07
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
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.
- Correction / follow-up note
- 1 new staff member did not have a complete 5 year employment history check on file. Please submit the complete 5 year history check to PCLB.
- Correction status
- Due by December 3, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PERSONNEL - 11 - General Qualifications/Level II Screening/Background Screening
- Official code
- 11-16
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- See the Personnel Records Summary for [1] Child Care staff without proof of a high school diploma or GED equivalent.
- Correction / follow-up note
- 1 new staff member did not have proof of education on file. Please submit the proof of education to PCLB.
- Correction status
- Due by December 3, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PERSONNEL - 12 - Education, Training, and Other Personnel Records I.B., C. and V.A. .
- Official code
- 12-01
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- Staff did not record complete and accurate attendance records to included childs first and last name time in and out and date. [1 child was not marked out].
- Correction / follow-up note
- There were 10 children marked in and 9 children were present in M.J's group. 1 child was not marked out upon leaving the center. Submit a detailed plan to ensure that attendance is always accurate. Administrative action will be taken.
- Correction status
- Due by December 3, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 17 - Daily Attendance/Center Closing Log: V.A.
- Official code
- 17-01
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Documentation of first aid training was not on file for child care personnel.
- Correction / follow-up note
- 1 school age group leader did not have current first aid. Please submit first aid training to PCLB.
- Correction status
- Due by December 3, 2025
More details
- Report section
- SAFETY, HEALTH AND SANITATION - 67 - FA/CPR Certificates VII. B.
- Official code
- 67-02
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The driver [A.Y.] of a vehicle regularly used to transport children did not have a current annual physical examination which grants medical approval to drive.
- Correction / follow-up note
- Driver A.Y. physical expired 9-19-25 and did not obtain a new physical. Owner Jai Hinson stated that he will not drive until he obtains a current physical. Please submit the physical to PCLB.
- Correction status
- Due by December 3, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRANSPORTATION - 73 - License/Examination VIII. C.
- Official code
- 73-03
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The center did not have documentation of an annual vehicle inspection for a vehicle used to transport children in care.
- Report comments
- The center uses a 2014 and 2023 van and the inspection for both vehicles expired 10-15-25. The new inspection was not conducted until 10-20-25. New expiration date 10-20-26.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- TRANSPORTATION - 75 - Annual Inspection: VIII.E.
- Official code
- 75-02
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- See Personnel Records Summary for child care staff with an Attestation of Good Moral Character that was on file but was incorrect or incomplete. [there was no witness signature or date]
- Report comments
- 1 new staff member's attestation of good moral character was incomplete in that the director did not sign or the date the witness part of the form. It was completed at time of inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PERSONNEL - 11 - General Qualifications/Level II Screening/Background Screening
- Official code
- 11-13
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- Staff did not record complete and accurate attendance records to included childs first and last name time in and out and date. [2 children were not marked out].
- Correction / follow-up note
- In one of the groups, there were 11 children present and 13 children were marked in. Group leader did not mark out the 2 children. A corrective action statement was submitted at time of inspection which states " To ensure staff is compliant with accurate attendance documentation, we will institute a plan to include the following actions. Conduct a training for all staff regarding sign in/out daily procedures. Have all staff participate in record keeping training. Remind staff of previous signed staff memo regarding the issue. Have center and credentialed directors randomly check attendance roster during the day." Administrative action will be taken.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 17 - Daily Attendance/Center Closing Log: V.A.
- Official code
- 17-01
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- See the Personnel Records Summary for [1] Child Care personnel whose background screening was not completed within 5 years after the initial screening, or after a 90 days break in service.
- Correction / follow-up note
- 1 staff member had more than a 90 day break in service in the child care industry and his Clearinghouse screening was not re-submitted. Staff member will not return until the re-submitted screening comes back. Please submit the screening to PCLB. Administrative action will be taken.
- Correction status
- Due by April 7, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PERSONNEL - 11 - General Qualifications/Level II Screening/Background Screening
- Official code
- 11-09
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.
- Correction / follow-up note
- Submit a complete 5 year employment history check for the 1 staff member listed on the Personnel Records Summary form. Administrative action will be taken.
- Correction status
- Due by April 7, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PERSONNEL - 11 - General Qualifications/Level II Screening/Background Screening
- Official code
- 11-16
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- Staff did not record complete and accurate attendance records to included childs first and last name time in and out and date. [1 child was not marked out].
- Correction / follow-up note
- In one of the groups, 1 child was not marked out on the attendance. A corrective action statement was written at time of inspection which states "New staff was not present for the check in/out training. We will be scheduling another course for new staff and a refresher for existing staff." Administrative action will be taken.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 17 - Daily Attendance/Center Closing Log: V.A.
- Official code
- 17-01
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- Child care personnel failed to sign/date a log verifying that all children had left the premises as evidenced by [the closing was not signed on 2-27 & 2-28-25].
- Correction / follow-up note
- The closing was not signed on 2-27-25 and 2-28-25. A corrective action statement was written at time of inspection which states "effective immediately, all center tracking documents, including but not limited to, the center opening/closing logs will be checked by both the center director and credentialed director. This will ensure that no dates or procedures are being overlooked on a daily basis" Administrative action will be taken.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 17 - Daily Attendance/Center Closing Log: V.A.
- Official code
- 17-05
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The childrens center does not have documentation of all child care personnel on required annual refresher education of the childrens center exposure plan.
- Correction / follow-up note
- 1 staff member did not re-sign the centers refresher education of the children's center exposure plan. Submit her refresher plan to PCLB.
- Correction status
- Due by April 7, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 55 - Isolation Area
- Official code
- 55-07
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The childrens center did not have at least one child care personnel who had current first aid training in each classroom/room/designated space, or outdoor area occupied by children.
- Correction / follow-up note
- 1 school age staff member who was alone with a group of children did not have current first aid training on file. Submit the training to PCLB.
- Correction status
- Due by April 7, 2025
More details
- Report section
- SAFETY, HEALTH AND SANITATION - 67 - FA/CPR Certificates VII. B.
- Official code
- 67-08
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The childrens center did not have at least one child care personnel who had current pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certification in each classroom/room/ designated space, or outdoor are occupied by children.
- Correction / follow-up note
- 1 school age staff that was alone with a group of children did not have a CPR card on file. Submit the CPR card to PCLB.
- Correction status
- Due by April 7, 2025
More details
- Report section
- SAFETY, HEALTH AND SANITATION - 67 - FA/CPR Certificates VII. B.
- Official code
- 67-09
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- The childrens center failed to maintain records of emergency preparedness drill records for the months of operation for a minimum of 12 months from the date of the emergency preparedness drill.
- Report comments
- The children's center failed to maintain records of emergency preparedness for the license year 1/28/24 - 1/27/25. The program director ensures that the center will document 1 tornado drill and 1 lock down drill during their license year going forward.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SAFETY, HEALTH AND SANITATION - 69 - Emergency Information Posted/Parent Notification VII.C.
- Official code
- 69-07
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The childrens centers drivers personnel file did not have proof of a current Florida drivers license. [Driver (VM) does not have a FL driver's license].
- Report comments
- Driver (VM) has an out of state driver's license. He is working on obtaining his Florida driver's license. He stated that he will not drive the centers van until he receives his Florida driver's license. The center does have another driver who will drive in the interim.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- TRANSPORTATION - 73 - License/Examination VIII. C.
- Official code
- 73-01
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- See Personnel Records Summary for child care staff with an Attestation of Good Moral Character that was on file but was incorrect or incomplete. [the form was incomplete]
- Report comments
- 1 staff member signed the Affidavit of Good Moral Character, however it was not notarized. Technical assistance was given regarding the use of the Attestation of Good Moral Character going forward. A new form was completed at time of inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PERSONNEL - 11 - General Qualifications/Level II Screening/Background Screening
- Official code
- 11-13
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- See the Personnel Records Summary for [2] Child Care personnel who have not completed the 40 clock hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement.
- Correction / follow-up note
- 1 staff member is a driver only and did not complete the 40 clock hour child care training requirement within 15 months of employment. Technical assistance was given that the driver may not drive the van without another staff member who completed their 40 clock hour requirment. Submit DCF training transcript showing the completion of the trainings.
- Correction status
- Due by December 19, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PERSONNEL - 12 - Education, Training, and Other Personnel Records I.B., C. and V.A. .
- Official code
- 12-03
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- See the Personnel Records Summary for [1] Child Care personnel who have documentation to show a completion date of the 40- clock hour training requirement but not within 15 months of employment within the child care industry.
- Report comments
- 1 staff member completed the 40 clock hour training after 15 months of employment within the child care industry.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PERSONNEL - 12 - Education, Training, and Other Personnel Records I.B., C. and V.A. .
- Official code
- 12-05
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- See the Personnel Records Summary for [1] Child Care personnel who did not have documentation to show a start date in the introductory coursein child care within 90 days of employment in the child care industry.
- Correction / follow-up note
- 1 staff member did not start the introductory course in child care within 90 days of employment. Submit DCF training transcript showing the start of the training.
- Correction status
- Due by December 3, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PERSONNEL - 12 - Education, Training, and Other Personnel Records I.B., C. and V.A. .
- Official code
- 12-07
Medium concern: Incident records
- Report finding
- The accidents/incidents documentation of the childrens center, dated [8-21, 9-4, 9-10 ,11-5-24], did not include the following information: [date or time parent notified]
- Report comments
- There were 4 accident/incident reports that were incomplete. Director will have a meeting with staff to talk about the importance of completely filling out the accident/incident reports going forward.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 21 - Accidents/Incidents V. A.
- Official code
- 21-03
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The childrens center did not have a current and approved fire safety inspection by the local fire authority.
- Correction / follow-up note
- The center's fire inspection expired 11-7-24 and a new one was not conducted until 11-14-24. The current fire inspection shows a deficiency and a reinspection date of 12-16-24. Please submit the reinspected fire inspection to PCLB.
- Correction status
- Due by December 16, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 27 - Fire Inspection VI.B.
- Official code
- 27-01
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- See the Personnel Records Summary for [1] Child Care staff without proof of a high school diploma or GED equivalent.
- Correction / follow-up note
- 1 staff member did not have proof of education on file. Submit her proof of education to PCLB. Administrative action will be taken.
- Correction status
- Due by August 28, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PERSONNEL - 12 - Education, Training, and Other Personnel Records I.B., C. and V.A. .
- Official code
- 12-01
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- See the Personnel Records Summary for [1] Child Care personnel who have not completed the 40 clock hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement.
- Correction / follow-up note
- 1 staff member started in child care in March 2023 and has not completed their 40 clock hour introductory child care training requirement. Submit DCF training transcript showing the completion on the training.
- Correction status
- Due by September 13, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PERSONNEL - 12 - Education, Training, and Other Personnel Records I.B., C. and V.A. .
- Official code
- 12-03
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- See the Personnel Records Summary for[3]child care personnel or volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month who did not complete the 10 hours of in-service training for the previous fiscal year beginning July 1 and ending June 30.
- Correction / follow-up note
- 3 staff members did not complete their 10 hours of annual in-service for 2023-2024. Submit certificates for the 3 staff members to PCLB. Administrative action will be taken.
- Correction status
- Due by August 28, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PERSONNEL - 12 - Education, Training, and Other Personnel Records I.B., C. and V.A. .
- Official code
- 12-10
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- Staff did not record complete and accurate attendance records to included childs first and last name time in and out and date. [1 child wa not marked in].
- Correction / follow-up note
- 1 staff member had 2 children present in their group and only 1 child was marked in. Submit a corrective action plan ensuring that attendance is accurate at all times.
- Correction status
- Due by August 28, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 17 - Daily Attendance/Center Closing Log: V.A.
- Official code
- 17-01
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- Child care personnel failed to verify attendance accuracy at transitions. [transitions were not documented in 2 groups of children].
- Correction / follow-up note
- 2 group leaders failed to verify transitions with their groups on 8-12-24 and 8-13-24. Submit a corrective action plan ensuring that all staff is trained on verifying accuracy at transitions.
- Correction status
- Due by August 28, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 17 - Daily Attendance/Center Closing Log: V.A.
- Official code
- 17-06
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- See the Personnel Records Summary [1] Child Care personnel with an expired Acknowledgement Form.
- Report comments
- 1 staff member signed her acknowledgement form after expiration date.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PERSONNEL - 11 - General Qualifications/Level II Screening/Background Screening
- Official code
- 11-06
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The written record of fire drills was incomplete and did not include the following [February].
- Correction / follow-up note
- Submit a plan to ensure that fire drill are being conducted monthly and that they are documented.
- Correction status
- Due by June 3, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 29 - Fire Drills. VI. B.
- Official code
- 29-01
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Toys/equipment/or furnishings were not safe in that [there is a broken cabinet door that needs repair.].
- Report comments
- There is a cabinet door in one of the rooms that needs repair. The hinge is broken and the door falls off when opened. Licensing Specialist will return to observe the repair.
- Correction status
- Due by June 3, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 52 - Maintained/Safe
- Official code
- 52-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The childrens center does not have documentation of all child care personnel on required annual refresher education of the childrens center exposure plan.
- Correction / follow-up note
- 3 staff had expired annual refresher education of the children's center exposure plan on file. Submit new plans to PCLB.
- Correction status
- Due by June 4, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 55 - Isolation Area
- Official code
- 55-07
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.
- Report comments
- The temperature in the refrigerator registered 55 degrees. The owner will have it repaired and Licensing Specialist will return to ensure that the refrigerator does not exceed 41 degrees.
- Correction status
- Due by June 4, 2024
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 79 - Food Service
- Official code
- 79-17
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- See the Personnel Records Summary for [1] Child Care personnel whose background screening was not completed within 5 years after the initial screening, or after a 90 days break in service.
- Correction / follow-up note
- 1 staff members background screening was completed in December 2022 and his prints was not resubmitted due to more than a 90 day break in service. Owner resubmitted the prints at time of inspection. Submit the resubmitted prints to PCLB.
- Correction status
- Due by November 30, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PERSONNEL - 11 - General Qualifications/Level II Screening/Background Screening
- Official code
- 11-09
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.
- Correction / follow-up note
- 4 staff members did not have a complete 5 year employment history check on file. 1 was completed during inspection, submit the other 3 history checks to PCLB. Administrative action will be taken.
- Correction status
- Due by November 29, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PERSONNEL - 11 - General Qualifications/Level II Screening/Background Screening
- Official code
- 11-16
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- See the Personnel Records Summary for [1] Child Care staff without proof of a high school diploma or GED equivalent.
- Correction / follow-up note
- Submit proof of education to PCLB.
- Correction status
- Due by November 30, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PERSONNEL - 12 - Education, Training, and Other Personnel Records I.B., C. and V.A. .
- Official code
- 12-01
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- See the Personnel Records Summary for [1] Child Care personnel who did not have documentation to show a start date in the introductory coursein child care within 90 days of employment in the child care industry.
- Correction / follow-up note
- Submit DCF training transcript showing the start in the introductory course in child care to PCLB.
- Correction status
- Due by November 30, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PERSONNEL - 12 - Education, Training, and Other Personnel Records I.B., C. and V.A. .
- Official code
- 12-07
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- See the Personnel Records Summary for[3]child care personnel or volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month who did not complete the 10 hours of in-service training for the previous fiscal year beginning July 1 and ending June 30.
- Correction / follow-up note
- 3 staff members did not complete their annual 10 hours of in-service ending on 6-30-23. 1 staff member complete the training after 6-30- 23, submit the other 2 staff members training to PCLB.
- Correction status
- Due by November 30, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PERSONNEL - 12 - Education, Training, and Other Personnel Records I.B., C. and V.A. .
- Official code
- 12-10
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The written record of fire drills was incomplete and did not include the following [June, July or August].
- Inspector notes
- Owner ensures that the fire drill log will be completed monthly going forward.Licensing Specialist observed a fire drill. There were 38 children and 7 staff participating. It took 1 minute and 10 seconds for the center to evacuate and proper procedures were followed.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 29 - Fire Drills. VI. B.
- Official code
- 29-01
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- Indoor and outdoor play areas were not inspected daily for basic health and safety and/or any problems were not corrected before the play area is used by children and/or daily inspection logs were not maintained for 12 months.
- Report comments
- The daily indoor/outdoor inspection log was not completed for several months. Owner ensured that it will be completed daily going forward.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SAFETY, HEALTH AND SANITATION - 57 - Premises Free of Health and Safety Hazards
- Official code
- 57-08
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The childrens center refrigerator/freezer does not have an appropriate thermometer.
- Correction / follow-up note
- The refrigerator and freezer did not have a thermometer . Submit a photo of a thermometer inside the refrigerator/freezer showing the temperature no higher than 41 in the refrigerator and no higher than 0 degrees in the freezer.
- Correction status
- Due by November 30, 2023
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 79 - Food Service
- Official code
- 79-16
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Child guidance
- Report finding
- Knowledge of an open abuse investigation involving the childrens center was not reported to the Child Care Licensing Program within 24 hours or the next day.
- Correction / follow-up note
- Submit a plan to ensure that the director/owner is aware of the need to report an open abuse investigation involving the children's center to the Child Care Licensing Program within 24 hours of the next day.
- Correction status
- Due by November 13, 2023
More details
- Report section
- REPORTING CHILD ABUSE AND NEGLECT - 10 - Mandatory Reports IV. A.B.C.
- Official code
- 10-03
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The childrens center did not have documentation training transcript of the required training.
- Correction / follow-up note
- The Licensing Specialist observed the personnel files for the drivers, and one was missing proof of transportation training. The staff member has taken the required training, but proof was not in the file. The staff member is printing a training transcript and the Director is placing in the staff member's file today. The Director and the Licensing Specialist discussed that the driver needs to start the 40 DCF clock hours in order to be counted in ratio.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PERSONNEL - 12 - Education, Training, and Other Personnel Records I.B., C. and V.A. .
- Official code
- 12-02
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The vehicle had missing broken or non-operable seat belts and/or safety restraints.
- Inspector notes
- The blue van was checked for operating seatbelts, and one was broken. The Director has agreed to not use that seat, and will only transport 12 children, which is equal to the number of working seatbelts in the back of the van. She was informed and understands that children may not sit in the front seat.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- TRANSPORTATION - 76 - Seating Capacity/Restraints VIII. F.
- Official code
- 76-04
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The interior of vehicles used to transport children was not maintained at a temperature between 65 and 82 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Correction / follow-up note
- The allegation was that the blue van did not having working air conditioning. The Licensing Specialist took the temperature in the vehicle, and it was 88 degrees. The Director was reminded that although air conditioning is not required, it is a regulation that the temperature in the vehicle must not exceed 82 degrees. She stated that she will not use the vehicle again until the air conditioning is fixed. Submit proof to the licensing specialist that the air conditioning has been fixed prior to use.
- Correction status
- Due by June 30, 2023
More details
- Report section
- TRANSPORTATION - 77 - Drivers Attendance Log: VIII.G.
- Official code
- 77-10
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- See the Personnel Records Summary for [1] Child Care personnel who did not have an employment application on file.
- Correction / follow-up note
- Submit an employment application for the 1 staff member who did not have one in their file to PCLB.
- Correction status
- Due by June 7, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PERSONNEL - 11 - General Qualifications/Level II Screening/Background Screening
- Official code
- 11-03
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- See the Personnel Records Summary for [1] Child Care personnel who did not have a completely signed Acknowledgement Form.
- Correction / follow-up note
- Submit the completed Acknowledgement form that was found to be incomplete to PCLB.
- Correction status
- Due by June 7, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PERSONNEL - 11 - General Qualifications/Level II Screening/Background Screening
- Official code
- 11-05
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- See the Personnel Records Summary for [1] Child Care personnel whose verifications of employment history for the past 5 years was not on file.
- Correction / follow-up note
- Submit the complete 5 year employment history check to PCLB.
- Correction status
- Due by June 7, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PERSONNEL - 11 - General Qualifications/Level II Screening/Background Screening
- Official code
- 11-08
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- See Personnel Records Summary for child care staff with an Attestation of Good Moral Character that was on file but was incorrect or incomplete. [the 2 new staff members did not have the bottom signed and dated by the witness.]
- Correction / follow-up note
- 1 of the Attestations was signed and dated by the director during inspection. Submit the other Attestation with the signature and date of the witness to PCLB.
- Correction status
- Due by June 7, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PERSONNEL - 11 - General Qualifications/Level II Screening/Background Screening
- Official code
- 11-13
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.
- Correction / follow-up note
- 1 employment history check on file was incomplete. Submit the complete 5 year employment history check to PCLB.
- Correction status
- Due by June 7, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PERSONNEL - 11 - General Qualifications/Level II Screening/Background Screening
- Official code
- 11-16
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- See the Personnel Records Summary for [2] Child Care staff without proof of a high school diploma or GED equivalent.
- Correction / follow-up note
- Submit proof of education for the 2 staff to PCLB.
- Correction status
- Due by June 7, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PERSONNEL - 12 - Education, Training, and Other Personnel Records I.B., C. and V.A. .
- Official code
- 12-01
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The childrens center did not have documented proof that all child care personnel were trained and knowledgeable within 30 day of employment in Fire Extinguisher Training.
- Correction / follow-up note
- Submit fire extinguisher training for the 1 staff who did not complete the training within 30 days of employment to PCLB.
- Correction status
- Due by June 7, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PERSONNEL - 12 - Education, Training, and Other Personnel Records I.B., C. and V.A. .
- Official code
- 12-19
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- See Childrens Records Summary for [3] records where 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 was not available.
- Report comments
- Technical assistance was given to have the distracted driver brochures signed in April and September.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 16 - Childrens Records
- Official code
- 16-20
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- Child care personnel failed to sign/date a log verifying that all children had left the premises as evidenced by [there was no signature for 5-23-23.].
- Report comments
- Director/owner stated that she will check the closing log daily going forward.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 17 - Daily Attendance/Center Closing Log: V.A.
- Official code
- 17-05
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The plan of scheduled activities was not posted in a conspicuous location accessible to custodial parents or legal guardians.
- Correction / follow-up note
- Submit photos of the daily schedules for each room to PCLB.
- Correction status
- Due by June 7, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 22 - Posted/Appropriate Activities: V. A.
- Official code
- 22-03
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The childrens center failed to post an evacuation diagram for emergencies in [all] classroom(s).
- Correction / follow-up note
- Submit photos of the evacuation diagrams posted in all 3 rooms to PCLB.
- Correction status
- Due by June 7, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 26 - Emergency Plan/Diagram Posted V. A.
- Official code
- 26-01
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- Harmful items including cleaning supplies, flammable products, poisonous, toxic and hazardous materials were accessible to children in care.
- Report comments
- There were several cleaning supplies including Clorox spray, Clorox wipes, cleaner/degreaser, and windex that were within reach of children. They were all removed during the inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SAFETY, HEALTH AND SANITATION - 60 - Toxic Hazardous Materials
- Official code
- 60-03
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Documentation of first aid training was not on file for child care personnel.
- Correction / follow-up note
- Submit first aid training for the 2 staff member's who did not have it in their file to PCLB.
- Correction status
- Due by June 7, 2023
More details
- Report section
- SAFETY, HEALTH AND SANITATION - 67 - FA/CPR Certificates VII. B.
- Official code
- 67-02
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Documentation of pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation certification training was not on file for child care personnel.
- Correction / follow-up note
- Submit CPR training for the 2 staff who did not have the cerificates in their files to PCLB.
- Correction status
- Due by June 7, 2023
More details
- Report section
- SAFETY, HEALTH AND SANITATION - 67 - FA/CPR Certificates VII. B.
- Official code
- 67-05
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The childrens center failed to post the room capacity in each room of the childrens center.
- Correction / follow-up note
- Submit photos of the capacity for each room to PCLB.
- Correction status
- Due by June 7, 2023
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 82 - Capacity: X
- Official code
- 82-02
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 all electrical outlets are properly covered throughout the facility?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from a January 2026 inspection indicate that outlet covers were missing in the center's rooms. Asking about the current process helps clarify how the facility maintains these safety features.
- Context
- The correction for this finding was due by February 11, 2026.
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Finding-specific
What steps does your team take to ensure that daily attendance records are accurate and that all children are accounted for during transitions?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records show multiple findings regarding attendance accuracy and transition documentation between 2024 and 2025. This question helps parents understand the current procedures in place to maintain reliable records.
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Finding-specific
How do you manage and verify the required background screening and employment history documentation for new staff members?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Official inspection reports from 2023 through 2025 note several instances where background screening or employment history documentation was incomplete or required updates. This question addresses how the center ensures all personnel files meet current standards.
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Finding-specific
What is your current procedure for ensuring that all drivers have valid physicals and that vehicles used for transportation receive their required annual inspections on time?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from a November 2025 inspection show that a driver's physical had expired and annual vehicle inspections were not documented by the required date. This question helps parents understand how the center tracks these transportation requirements.
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Finding-specific
How do you ensure that all staff members remain current on their required first aid and CPR certifications?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records show multiple findings where staff lacked current first aid or CPR training documentation. Asking this helps parents understand how the center monitors and maintains these essential safety qualifications for their team.
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