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KinderCare Learning Center 216

3270 E Bay Dr, Largo, FL 33771

License:
C06PI0123
Type:
Child Care Facility
Status:
Licensed
Records checked:
July 9, 2026
Additional info
Programs and services:
Gold Seal, School Readiness, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care
Hours:
Mon-Fri: 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
Capacity:
98
License expiration:
June 3, 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.

Not this provider’s price.

Inspection snapshot

Recent higher-concern violation

At least one higher-concern violation appears in the last 12 months.

Next: Read reports, examine repeated topics below, look at the broader history, and ask what changed afterward.

Latest inspectionJune 26, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsJune 26, 2026

Summary

This summary covers 31 available inspections for KinderCare Learning Center 216 from April 10, 2023 through June 26, 2026.

17 inspections recorded violations, with 136 recorded violations in total.

The most recent higher-concern violation was on June 5, 2026 and involved attendance accountability, with a due date of June 25, 2026.

Hazardous access was a higher-concern topic that showed up in 10 inspections.

A later inspection showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether it was a formal follow-up.

At a glance

Total inspections
31

12 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
136

36 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
45

14 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
10

Last 36 months

Local comparison

31 total inspections vs 16 local median in 33771

Compared to 8 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
4.39
Local median
1.33

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
45%
Local median
29%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
55%
Local median
47%

Repeated topics

This provider
10
Local average
4.38

Repeated topics

Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.

Inspection history

Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.

Higher concern: Supervision
Report finding
Children in the outdoor play area were not adequately supervised in that [two incidents were not seen.].
Correction / follow-up note
A child was attempting to escape the playground and then another child grabbed her to pull her back and she got scratched on her face and neck. This was not seen by either staff member. Please submit a plan for supervising the playground appropriately.
Correction status
Due by June 25, 2026
More details
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SUPERVISION - 01 - General/Direct II. A.
Official code
01-02
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.
Correction / follow-up note
The classroom had 16 children present and 12 marked in. There is an app used as well as a paper attendance and the staff member was unaware of how many children were present in the room and not able to account for the discrepancy in names/times on the attendance sheet. She stated this was due to children coming and going. Please submit proof that staff training was conducted in keeping an accurate attendance when children are moved from room to room.
Correction status
Due by June 25, 2026
More details
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RECORD KEEPING - 17 - Daily Attendance/Center Closing Log: V.A.
Official code
17-09
Medium concern: Incident records
Report finding
The accidents/incidents documentation of the childrens center, dated [6/3/26], did not include the following information: [An accurate explanation of what happened.]
Inspector notes
A child was injured on the playground, and the parent was told a story that was not accurate. An incident report was written with incorrect information. There were no staff that saw the incident and that was not portrayed to the parents originally. The parents were later informed about what the staff believe happened, after speaking to other children in the classroom and getting the story from them.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
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RECORD KEEPING - 21 - Accidents/Incidents V. A.
Official code
21-03
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The childrens centers outdoor play area contained litter, nails, glass or other hazards that posed a low potential for harm to children.
Report comments
There was trash all over the playground, including broken cups with sharp edges and many plastic bottle caps. This was picked up during the visit. The Director will ensure moving forward that staff pick these items up after use.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 38 - Clean/Free of Hazards (Outdoor Play Space): VI. D.
Official code
38-01
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
Multiple toxics were accessible in the classroom and the bathroom. This was fixed at the visit.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
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SAFETY, HEALTH AND SANITATION - 60 - Toxic Hazardous Materials
Official code
60-03
View official report
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
See Childrens Records Summary for [4] records with expired Student Health Examination Forms. (Section 19.2, number 1)
Correction / follow-up note
See personnel summary page for 4 childrens records with expired health examination forms. Please send current examinations to licensing.
Correction status
Due by April 2, 2026
More details
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RECORD KEEPING - 16 - Childrens Records (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 19.2 record Keeping/Childrens Files, Pages 46-47)
Official code
16-08
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
See Childrens Records Summary for [3] records with the Florida Certificate of Immunization that was not acceptable in that the form was not current (expired) an applicable part of the record was not complete it did not include the signature of the physician or it did not include the date the form was issued by the physician. (Section 19.2, number 2)
Correction / follow-up note
See children records summary form for 3 children records that have expired immunization forms. Please send current immunization forms to licensing.
Correction status
Due by April 2, 2026
More details
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RECORD KEEPING - 16 - Childrens Records (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 19.2 record Keeping/Childrens Files, Pages 46-47)
Official code
16-11
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
The childrens center had no written plan for the care of infants. [5]. (Section 7, number 1)
Correction / follow-up note
Infant room A had no written plan for the 5 infants in care. Please send written plans for each infant.
Correction status
Due by April 2, 2026
More details
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RECORD KEEPING - 23 - Written Plan (Infants) V. A. (From OEL-SR-6202, Section 7 Planned Activities, Pages 19-20)
Official code
23-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
The childrens center did not have a written exposure plan regarding safety precautions for exposure to blood and potentially infectious fluids.
Correction / follow-up note
2 personnel did not have form, corrected at visit. This is third occurrence of same violation, (12-18-24, 8-6-25, 3-25-26). Administrative action will be taken.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 55 - Isolation Area (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 13 Health Related Requirements, Pages 30-31)
Official code
55-06
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Higher concern: Supervision
Report finding
The adult-child ratio was not met. There was/were [1] staff supervising [18] children.
Correction / follow-up note
Licensing Specialist confirmed that the childrens center is often out of adult-child ratio, especially in the 2 year old classroom. Staff member stated that she was left alone with 18 two -year- old children. Submit a plan to ensure that all classrooms remain in ratio at all time.
Correction status
Due by April 10, 2026
More details
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SUPERVISION - 06 - Adult-Child Ratio: II. B.
Official code
06-01
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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
1 staff member currently working with children did not have a current annual acknowledgement form with center. Please send current form to licensing. This is 3rd occurrence of same violation 8-8-24, 12-18-24, 12-10-25. This will result in administrative action.
Correction status
Due by December 25, 2025
More details
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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 [2] Child Care personnel where documentation of Level II Clearinghouse screening clearance was missing for child care personnel.
Correction / follow-up note
2 staff members did not have current/verifiable documentation of level 2 Clearinghouse in files. 1 staff member 's documentation was corrected at visit. Please have proof of current documentation for remaining staff member before they return to working with children, and please provide this to licensing.
Correction status
Due by December 25, 2025
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PERSONNEL - 11 - General Qualifications/Level II Screening/Background Screening
Official code
11-07
Higher concern: Background screening
Report finding
See Personnel Records Summary for child care staff with an Attestation of Good Moral Character that was not completed on or before first date of employment or upon change in employers.
Correction / follow-up note
1 staff member did not have Attestation of Good Moral Character for current center. Please send current AGMC to licensing.
Correction status
Due by December 25, 2025
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PERSONNEL - 11 - General Qualifications/Level II Screening/Background Screening
Official code
11-12
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
See personnel record form for 3 staff without complete employment history checks. Please complete checks/documentation and submit to licensing.
Correction status
Due by December 25, 2025
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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
See personnel record for 1 staff member that did not have proof of required education in file. Please submit education proof to licensing.
Correction status
Due by December 25, 2025
More details
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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 did not complete 40 hours in the required time frame. Please submit transcripts of completion to licensing.
Correction status
Due by January 8, 2026
More details
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PERSONNEL - 12 - Education, Training, and Other Personnel Records I.B., C. and V.A. .
Official code
12-03
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 [no signature for 12/09/25].
Correction / follow-up note
Closing log was not complete for 12/09/25. This is second occurrence of same violation 8-8-25, 12-10-25. This will result in administrative action. Corrected at visit.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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RECORD KEEPING - 17 - Daily Attendance/Center Closing Log: V.A.
Official code
17-05
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
Report finding
Child care personnel failed to verify attendance accuracy at transitions. [when going outside/to playground. ].
Correction / follow-up note
Transition was not verified/documented for outdoor transition. Corrected at visit. This is the third occurrence 4/29/24, 12/18/24, 12/10/24. This will result in administrative action. Not Monitored Comments None currently enrolled
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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RECORD KEEPING - 17 - Daily Attendance/Center Closing Log: V.A.
Official code
17-06
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
During the licensure year fire drills utilizing the approved alarm system were not conducted monthly at various dates and times when children were in care.
Report comments
Fire drill for month of November was not conducted/documented. This is second occurrence (8-8-24, 12-10-25). This will result in administrative action.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 29 - Fire Drills. VI. B.
Official code
29-03
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The childrens centers outdoor play area contained littler nails glass or other hazards that posed a threat to the health safety or well- being of the children.
Correction / follow-up note
Very large hole on 3's/4's playground. Please fill hole and send licensing photo evidence it has been filled. This is second occurrence of same violation, 8-6-25, 12-10-26. This will result in administrative action.
Correction status
Due by December 25, 2025
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 38 - Clean/Free of Hazards (Outdoor Play Space): VI. D.
Official code
38-02
Higher concern: Sleep safety
Report finding
Linens were not provided for sleeping children.
Correction / follow-up note
In 3 classrooms during naptime there were multiple cots being used without linen. Please submit a plan to ensure there is linen for each child at naptime.
Correction status
Due by December 25, 2025
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 53 - Napping Equipment
Official code
53-16
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.
Correction / follow-up note
Indoor/Outdoor checklist was not complete for 12/9/25, 12/10/25. Corrected at visit.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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SAFETY, HEALTH AND SANITATION - 57 - Premises Free of Health and Safety Hazards
Official code
57-08
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
Bottles and/or sippy cups brought from home were not labeled with childs first and last name.
Correction / follow-up note
2 bottles belonging to the same child did not have any label/name indicating it was for child. Corrected at visit. This is 4th occurrence of same violation (8-8-24, 12-18-24, 8-6-25, 12-10-25). This will result in administrative action.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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FOOD AND NUTRITION - 80 - Formula
Official code
80-01
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Higher concern: Hazardous access
Report finding
The outdoor play area was not adequately fenced in that it had gaps that could allow children to exit the outdoor play area as evidenced by [hole under the fence, large enough that wildlife may be able to enter].
Report comments
The hole located under the fence on the playground was not adequately covered. Soil was placed; however, rain has already affected it, a more permeant solution needs to be implemented. This will result in administrative action.
Correction status
Due by September 12, 2025
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 40 - Adequate Fencing: VI. D.
Official code
40-04
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
Equipment available to children in the outdoor play area was not appropriate for the age anddevelopmental level of the children in care in that [there were 1 year olds on a playground stated not to be use, the playground equipment was also not appropriate for 1 year olds. ].
Correction / follow-up note
1 year old classroom was observed to be a playground stated in corrective action to be not in use, that did not have appropriate equipment for 1 year olds.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 49 - Quantity/Appropriate (Outdoor Equipment) VI. G.
Official code
49-02
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Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
See the Personnel Records Summary for [1] Child Care personnel who do not have documentation of completion of a five hour early literacy and language development of children birth through five course for child care personnel within 12 months of date of employment in the child care industry and/or the early literacy course documentation was not uploaded in the Florida Pathways/Registry.
Correction / follow-up note
1 staff member did not complete early literacy within 12 months of employment in the child care industry. Submit DCF training transcript showing the completion of the course to PCLB. Submit a plan to ensure that staff and admin are aware that staff is required to complete the early literacy course within 12 months of employment in the child care industry. Administrative action will be taken.
Correction status
Due by August 22, 2025
More details
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PERSONNEL - 12 - Education, Training, and Other Personnel Records I.B., C. and V.A. .
Official code
12-04
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
See the Personnel Records Summary for [1] Child Care staff who did not attend the entire Department of Children and Family Services specialized training course Infant and Toddler Appropriate Practices Within 90 days of employment in the infant room.
Correction / follow-up note
1 staff member that was in the infant class did not complete the entire department of children and family infant and toddler appropriate practices training course within 90 days of employment. The staff member still needs to complete UDAP. Submit DCF training transcript showing the completion of UDAP to PCLB. Submit a plan to ensure that staff and admin are aware of the regulation regarding infant and toddler training. Administrative action will be taken.
Correction status
Due by August 22, 2025
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PERSONNEL - 12 - Education, Training, and Other Personnel Records I.B., C. and V.A. .
Official code
12-08
Low concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
See Childrens Records Summary for [2] records with incomplete information.
Correction / follow-up note
There were 2 child ID forms where the second page was left blank including the parent signature and date. Submit the 2 forms completely filled out to PCLB.
Correction status
Due by August 22, 2025
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RECORD KEEPING - 16 - Childrens Records
Official code
16-02
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
See Childrens Records Summary for [1] records with the Florida Certificate of Immunization that was not acceptable in that the form was not current (expired) an applicable part of the record was not complete it did not include the signature of the physician or it did not include the date the form was issued by the physician.
Correction / follow-up note
1 child's immunization record was found to be expired. Submit a current immunization record to PCLB.
Correction status
Due by August 22, 2025
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RECORD KEEPING - 16 - Childrens Records
Official code
16-11
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
An area of the childrens center was not cleaned as evidence by [there were dirty area rugs in the infant/toddler classrooms.].
Correction / follow-up note
There were several extra area rugs in unused classrooms that were swapped out for the dirty rugs. The clean rugs were put in the infant and toddler classroom at time of inspection. Submit a plan to ensure that the area rugs that the children sit, lay and roll around on are clean.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 36 - Clean Good Repair (Indoor Play Space) VI. C.
Official code
36-01
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
An area of the childrens center was observed to not be in good repair [there were holes in the baseboard in the mixed age classroom].
Correction / follow-up note
There were several holes in the baseboard in the mixed age classroom. Licensing Specialist will return to observe the repairs. Submit a plan to ensure that the children's center is in good repair before allowing children in the classroom. Administrative action will be taken.
Correction status
Due by August 22, 2025
More details
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 36 - Clean Good Repair (Indoor Play Space) VI. C.
Official code
36-02
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The childrens centers outdoor play area contained littler nails glass or other hazards that posed a threat to the health safety or well- being of the children.
Correction / follow-up note
There were large holes on the playground which posed a tripping hazard to the children. Licensing Specialist will return to ensure that the holes are filled in so that the playground is safe for children. There was also a large tree trunk lying on one of the playgrounds containing ants and termites. The tree trunk was thrown over the fence at time of inspection. The director stated that particular playground was closed and children were not currently playing on it. Submit a plan ensuring that all the playgrounds are safe for the children before they go outside. Administrative action will be taken.
Correction status
Due by August 22, 2025
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 38 - Clean/Free of Hazards (Outdoor Play Space): VI. D.
Official code
38-02
Higher concern: Hazardous access
Report finding
The outdoor play area was not adequately fenced in that it had gaps that could allow children to exit the outdoor play area as evidenced by [there was a gap under the fence].
Report comments
There was a gap under the fence on the one of the playgrounds. Licensing Specialist will return to ensure the gap is filled in.
Correction status
Due by August 22, 2025
More details
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 40 - Adequate Fencing: VI. D.
Official code
40-04
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
The childrens center did not have a written exposure plan regarding safety precautions for exposure to blood and potentially infectious fluids.
Report comments
1 staff member signed the center's written exposure plan after date of hire.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 55 - Isolation Area
Official code
55-06
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
Children were provided food that was not age appropriate and/or posed a choking hazard.
Report comments
The lunch that was served at time of inspection in the 1 year old group of children contained potstickers. They were more than 1/2" in length and were not cut up for the children. They were cut at time of inspection.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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FOOD AND NUTRITION - 79 - Food Service
Official code
79-05
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
Bottles and/or sippy cups brought from home were not labeled with childs first and last name.
Correction / follow-up note
There was a cup that did not contain the child's first or last name. It was written on at time of inspection. Submit a plan to ensure that all cups brought from home are labeled with the children's first and last name. Administrative action will be taken.
Correction status
Due by August 22, 2025
More details
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FOOD AND NUTRITION - 80 - Formula
Official code
80-01
Low concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
See Childrens Records Summary for [1] records with incomplete information.
Report comments
Paperwork for the child was incomplete, in that not all information was documented on the form. The child was disenrolled, so is no longer at the Center.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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RECORD KEEPING - 16 - Childrens Records
Official code
16-02
Low concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
See Childrens Records Summary for [1] records where a signed statement from the custodial parent(s) or legal guardian(s) attesting that the childrens center had provided the PCLBs Know Your Childs Childrens Center brochure was not on file.
Report comments
The child no longer attends the Center.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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RECORD KEEPING - 16 - Childrens Records
Official code
16-13
Low concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
See Childrens Records Summary for [1] records where a signed statement from the custodial parent(s) or legal guardian(s) attesting that the childrens center had provided written copy of the centers discipline and expulsion policies was not on file.
Report comments
Child no longer attends the Center.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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RECORD KEEPING - 16 - Childrens Records
Official code
16-14
Low concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
A signed statement from the custodial parent(s) or legal guardian(s) attesting that the childrens center had provided their food and nutrition policies that included language on food safety and food allergens was not on file for the children.
Report comments
The child no longer attends the Center.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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RECORD KEEPING - 16 - Childrens Records
Official code
16-15
Higher concern: Sleep safety
Report finding
Linens were not provided for sleeping children.
Report comments
Although there were clean sheets available, children did not have them on their cots while trying to sleep. Teacher and Director quickly put sheets on all of the cots.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 53 - Napping Equipment
Official code
53-16
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
Soiled or wet diapers clothing or linens were not changed immediately.
Correction / follow-up note
Parent stated that when she picked her child up after "water day", his diaper was soaking wet, as were his clothes. The Center Director states diapers are changed about every two hours. Out of 10 days' printed Daily reports, there were seven days with only three diaper changes documented for the whole day-6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. The other days had either four changes or two changes for the day. Please submit a plan that ensures diapers are being changed more frequently.
Correction status
Due by July 15, 2025
More details
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SAFETY, HEALTH AND SANITATION - 72 - Diapering Practices VII. E.
Official code
72-07
Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
Report finding
The maximum group size of 6 infants for ages 2 months to 1 year was exceeded, in that a group of [9 ] infants were observed [sign in to attendance record].
Inspector notes
Infant B had 9 young infants sign in on attendance record. When Licensing specialist arrived during inspection classroom were in ratio.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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SUPERVISION - 07 - Infant Group Size II.C.
Official code
07-01
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
See the Personnel Records Summary for [3] Child Care personnel who have not completed the 40 clock hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement.
Correction / follow-up note
3 staff members(AO, MO, CN) did not complete the 40 clock hours in the required time frame. Staff are enrolled to test. Submit DCF training transcripts for the 3 staff listed on the personnel record's summary.
Correction status
Due by April 30, 2025
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PERSONNEL - 12 - Education, Training, and Other Personnel Records I.B., C. and V.A. . (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 18 Training Requirements, Pages 26-27)
Official code
12-03
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
See the Personnel Records Summary for [3] Child Care personnel who do not have documentation of completion of a five hour early literacy and language development of children birth through five course for child care personnel within 12 months of date of employment in the child care industry and/or the early literacy course documentation was not uploaded in the Florida Pathways/Registry.
Correction / follow-up note
2 staff members( AO, CN) have not completed the early literacy requirement. Submit DCF training transcript as proof the class was completed, for the staff listed on the personnel record's summary.
Correction status
Due by April 30, 2025
More details
Report section
PERSONNEL - 12 - Education, Training, and Other Personnel Records I.B., C. and V.A. . (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 18 Training Requirements, Pages 26-27)
Official code
12-04
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(LB) did not start the clock hours within 90 days of employment. Submit DCF transcript as proof the staff started, for the staff listed on the personnel record's summary. This violation will result in administrative action being taken.
Correction status
Due by April 30, 2025
More details
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PERSONNEL - 12 - Education, Training, and Other Personnel Records I.B., C. and V.A. . (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 18 Training Requirements, Pages 26-27)
Official code
12-07
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
See the Personnel Records Summary for [1] Child Care staff who did not attend the entire Department of Children and Family Services specialized training course Infant and Toddler Appropriate Practices Within 90 days of employment in the infant room.
Correction / follow-up note
1 staff member( LB) did not completed infant care training within 90 days Submit DCF training transcripts for staff listed on personnel records summary.
Correction status
Due by April 30, 2025
More details
Report section
PERSONNEL - 12 - Education, Training, and Other Personnel Records I.B., C. and V.A. . (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 18 Training Requirements, Pages 26-27)
Official code
12-08
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
An area of the childrens center was not cleaned as evidence by [dirty floors, walls and equipment]. (Section 10, number 1)
Correction / follow-up note
Hallways and corners have dirt build up. The two year old classroom had paint, food and playdoh stuck on the floors. Send proof that hallways and classrooms has been cleaned and sanitized.
Correction status
Due by April 30, 2025
More details
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 36 - Clean Good Repair (Indoor Play Space) VI. C. (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10 Physical Environment, Pages 22-23)
Official code
36-01
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The childrens centers outdoor play area contained littler nails glass or other hazards that posed a threat to the health safety or well- being of the children. (Section 10.7, number 1)
Correction / follow-up note
The large playground has several large holes, small playground had border stake sticking up, the blue playground had roots exposed that are tripping hazards and infant playground gate has sharp metal sticking out. Send proof that the large playground has been clean and trip hazard covered.
Correction status
Due by April 30, 2025
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 38 - Clean/Free of Hazards (Outdoor Play Space): VI. D. VI. D. (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10.7 Outdoor Play Area, Pages 25-26)
Official code
38-02
Higher concern: Sleep safety
Report finding
A napping or sleeping infant who is not capable of rolling over was not positioned on his/her back ona firm surface, or was swaddled, and the provider did not have written authorization for an alternate sleep position from a physician in the childs record. (Section 10.4, number 7)
Inspector notes
3 infants were not positioned on their back not capable of rolling over. Discussed safe sleep position with teachers. The teacher immediately turned infants in their back.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 44 - Infant Sleep Positioning (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10.4 Nap and Sleep Space(s)/Safe Sleep Practices, Page 24)
Official code
44-01
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The equipment used in the outdoor play area was not constructed and maintained according to manufacturers recommendations and/or to allow for water drainage or open containers for water play were not emptied. (Section 11.2, number 5)
Correction / follow-up note
Large playground structure has standing water on one of the platforms. Several containers and bikes were not emptied. Send proof of the water draining properly.
Correction status
Due by April 30, 2025
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 50 - Maintained/Safe (Outdoor Equipment) VI.G. (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 11, Equipment and Furnishings, Pages 26-27)
Official code
50-03
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The childrens center did not maintain the manufacturers instructions for playground equipment purchased or installed after April 2, 2020 and/or have available for licensing review.
Correction / follow-up note
3 permanent playground structures are installed. The provided did not have the manufacturer's instructions for any of them. Director stated the maintenance department should have the records and they will get them. Submit manufacturer instructions.
Correction status
Due by April 30, 2025
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 50 - Maintained/Safe (Outdoor Equipment) VI.G. (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 11, Equipment and Furnishings, Pages 26-27)
Official code
50-07
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
5 different outlets did not have electrical outlet cover on them. Director placed covers in outlets during inspection. This brings this area into compliance. *Discussed repairing outlet in 3-5 classroom This violation will result in administrative action being taken.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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SAFETY, HEALTH AND SANITATION - 57 - Premises Free of Health and Safety Hazards (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10 Physical Environment, Pages 22-23)
Official code
57-07
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
There was evidence or the presence of rodent or vermin infestation observed as evidenced by [droppings found]. (Section 10, number 1)
Correction / follow-up note
On large playground structure there were droppings on all the landings. Send proof that the large playground structure has been cleaned and sanitized.
Correction status
Due by April 30, 2025
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SAFETY, HEALTH AND SANITATION - 58 - Pest Control VII. A. (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10 Physical Environment, Pages 22-23)
Official code
58-01
Higher concern: Hazardous access
Report finding
The childrens centers storage of harmful items including cleaning supplies, flammable products, poisonous, toxic and hazardous materials allowed access by children in care. (Section 10, number 4)
Report comments
A bottle of air freshener was found in the cabinet under the changing table in the 2 year old classroom that was not locked. Item was moved by Licensing specialist to the high cabinet.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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SAFETY, HEALTH AND SANITATION - 60 - Toxic Hazardous Materials (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10 Physical Environment, Pages 22-23)
Official code
60-04
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
Children were provided food that was not age appropriate and/or posed a choking hazard. (Section 17.3, number 3)
Correction / follow-up note
1 year olds were given whole fish nuggets not cut into bites size pieces. All staff complete a food safety training. Submit proof of all staff signatures training completed.
Correction status
Due by April 30, 2025
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FOOD AND NUTRITION - 79 - Food Service (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 17 Food and Nutrition Services, Pages 36-42)
Official code
79-05
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Higher concern: Background screening
Report finding
See the Personnel Records Summary for [3] Child Care personnel who did not have an employment application on file.
Correction / follow-up note
3 staff members did not have an application in their file. Submit the application for the 3 staff listed on the personnel record's summary.
Correction status
Due by January 3, 2025
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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 [2] Child Care personnel who did not have a completely signed Acknowledgement Form.
Correction / follow-up note
2 staff members did not have an acknowledgment form in their file. Submit the signed acknowledgment form for the 2 staff listed on the personnel record's summary.
Correction status
Due by January 3, 2025
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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 [4] Child Care personnel whose verifications of employment history for the past 5 years was not on file.
Correction / follow-up note
4 staff members did not have the 5-year employment history check in their file. Submit the history checks for the 4 staff listed on the personnel record's summary. This violation will result in administrative action being taken.
Correction status
Due by January 3, 2025
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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 not completed on or before first date of employment or upon change in employers.
Correction / follow-up note
2 staff members did not have the attestation of good moral character in their file. Submit forms for the 2 staff listed on the personnel record's summary.
Correction status
Due by January 3, 2025
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PERSONNEL - 11 - General Qualifications/Level II Screening/Background Screening
Official code
11-12
Higher concern: Background screening
Report finding
Personnel records or copies of records were not being maintained at the childrens center and available for review by the licensing authority.
Correction / follow-up note
1 new staff member did not have a file that could be found at the center for review. Licensing specialist had them pull the clearinghouse background check during the inspection and the staff member left the center early. Submit the entire file for the staff member listed on the personnel record's summary.
Correction status
Due by January 3, 2025
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PERSONNEL - 11 - General Qualifications/Level II Screening/Background Screening
Official code
11-15
Higher concern: Background screening
Report finding
Child care personnels level 2 documentation was incomplete in that a copy of the DCF letter/email acknowledging search of the abuse and neglect registry for individuals screened July 1 - December 15, 2016 or a copy of out of state child abuse and neglect registry is missing or a copy of out of state sexual offender/predator registry is missing.
Correction / follow-up note
One staff member did not have the completed out of state registry searches in their file. Submit the completed out of state requirements for the staff listed on the personnel records summary. Submit an updated Staff Roster. This was discussed at a prior inspection on 8/8/24.
Correction status
Due by January 3, 2025
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PERSONNEL - 11 - General Qualifications/Level II Screening/Background Screening
Official code
11-19
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
2 staff members did not have proof of education in their file. Submit proof of education for the 2 staff members listed on the personnel record's summary.
Correction status
Due by January 3, 2025
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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 documentation training transcript of the required training.
Correction / follow-up note
Several staff files were missing training transcripts, all but 2 transcripts were pulled during inspection. Submit training transcripts for the 2 staff listed on the personnel record's summary.
Correction status
Due by January 3, 2025
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PERSONNEL - 12 - Education, Training, and Other Personnel Records I.B., C. and V.A. .
Official code
12-02
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
2 staff members did not complete the 40 clock hours in the required time frame. Staff members must complete all required classes and sign up for testing. Submit proof of completed classes and receipts for testing scheduled.
Correction status
Due by January 15, 2025
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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 [2] Child Care personnel who do not have documentation of completion of a five hour early literacy and language development of children birth through five course for child care personnel within 12 months of date of employment in the child care industry and/or the early literacy course documentation was not uploaded in the Florida Pathways/Registry.
Correction / follow-up note
2 staff members have not completed the early literacy requirement. Submit DCF training transcript as proof the class was completed.
Correction status
Due by January 3, 2025
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PERSONNEL - 12 - Education, Training, and Other Personnel Records I.B., C. and V.A. .
Official code
12-04
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 clock hours within 90 days of employment. Submit DCF transcript as proof the staff started, for the staff listed on the personnel record's summary. This violation will result in administrative action being taken.
Correction status
Due by January 3, 2025
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PERSONNEL - 12 - Education, Training, and Other Personnel Records I.B., C. and V.A. .
Official code
12-07
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
The childrens center did not have documented proof that all staff were trained and knowledgeable within 30 day of employment in safe sleep practices and shaken baby syndrome.
Correction / follow-up note
3 staff members did have safe sleep training within 30 days of employment. Submit DCF training transcripts as proof staff completed safe sleep training, for staff listed on the personnel record's summary.
Correction status
Due by January 3, 2025
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PERSONNEL - 12 - Education, Training, and Other Personnel Records I.B., C. and V.A. .
Official code
12-16
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
2 staff members did not have proof of Fire Extinguisher training within 30 days of hire. Submit proof staff has been trained.
Correction status
Due by January 3, 2025
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PERSONNEL - 12 - Education, Training, and Other Personnel Records I.B., C. and V.A. .
Official code
12-19
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
The number of credentialed staff did not meet requirements in that the childrens center was required to have at least [3] credentialed staff but had[1] staff who met qualifications for current staff credentials.
Correction / follow-up note
During the inspection, they had 1 staff member with a staff credential. On their staff roster they have 2 total. To stay in compliance, the regulation must be followed. There must be 2 credential staff on site based on their attendance numbers, or the attendance must be reduced. Submit a detailed plan on how this regulation will be followed.
Correction status
Due by January 3, 2025
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PERSONNEL - 13 - Staff Credential: I.B.
Official code
13-01
Low concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
See Childrens Records Summary for [5] records with incomplete information.
Correction / follow-up note
Child enrollment forms were missing Dentist/ Hospital preference information. Submit proof the child enrollment forms have been updated for the children listed on the children records summary. Discussed going through all of the children's files to check for accuracy. A random sample of 7 children's records were inspected, 2 were in compliance.
Correction status
Due by January 3, 2025
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RECORD KEEPING - 16 - Childrens Records
Official code
16-02
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
The parents of children enrolled were not provided information detailing the causes symptoms and transmission of the influenza virus.
Correction / follow-up note
During inspection, the documentation for the Flu brochures being signed by parents in August or September could not be found. Submit proof of the Flu brochure being signed by all parents in August or September 2024.
Correction status
Due by January 3, 2025
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RECORD KEEPING - 16 - Childrens Records
Official code
16-04
Low concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
See Childrens Records Summary for [all] 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.
Correction / follow-up note
During inspection, the documentation for the Distracted Driver brochures being signed by parents in September could not be found. Submit proof of the DD brochure being signed by all parents in September 2024.
Correction status
Due by January 3, 2025
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RECORD KEEPING - 16 - Childrens Records
Official code
16-20
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
Report finding
Child care personnel failed to verify attendance accuracy at transitions. [the fire drill transition was not ducumented properly. ].
Correction / follow-up note
During the fire drill, staff members did not document the transition properly or at all. Licensing specialist spoke to every staff member on properly documenting the fire drill transition. They all corrected the transition on the spot. Not Monitored Comments None at this time.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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RECORD KEEPING - 17 - Daily Attendance/Center Closing Log: V.A.
Official code
17-06
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.
Inspector notes
During inspection, their fines were not posted, and they could not find them. Licensing specialist gave them copies to make and they were posted during visit.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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RECORD KEEPING - 20 - Administrative Fine Posted: V. A.
Official code
20-01
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The childrens center failed to post an evacuation diagram for emergencies in [2] classroom(s).
Correction / follow-up note
2 Classrooms did not have an evacuation diagram posted. 1 classroom had the incorrect room marked on the diagram. update all evacuation diagrams and submit proof of them posted.
Correction status
Due by January 3, 2025
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RECORD KEEPING - 26 - Emergency Plan/Diagram Posted V. A.
Official code
26-01
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 centers last inspection expired 10/6/24. They did not get a new annual inspection until 12/5/24. The annual inspection on 12/5/24 is not approved. Submit the approved fire inspection. This violation will result in administrative action being taken.
Correction status
Due by January 3, 2025
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 27 - Fire Inspection VI.B.
Official code
27-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
The childrens center did not have a written exposure plan regarding safety precautions for exposure to blood and potentially infectious fluids.
Correction / follow-up note
1 staff member did have their exposure control training. Submit proof of the exposure control training for the staff listed on the Personnel records summary.
Correction status
Due by January 3, 2025
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 55 - Isolation Area
Official code
55-06
Higher concern: Hazardous access
Report finding
A safety deficiency having a low or no potential for harm to the children in care was observed.
Correction / follow-up note
A support pole on the playground is rusting and the paint is peeling. Submit proof the pole has been cleaned/ re-painted.
Correction status
Due by January 3, 2025
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SAFETY, HEALTH AND SANITATION - 57 - Premises Free of Health and Safety Hazards
Official code
57-03
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
A bottle of cleaning solution and a spray air freshener was found in the cabinet under the sink that was not locked. Items were moved by Licensing specialist to the high cabinet in the bathroom. TA was given to both teachers regarding the storage of toxic items in their classroom. There is a safe storage cabinet available to them in the classroom. This violation will result in administrative action being taken.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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SAFETY, HEALTH AND SANITATION - 60 - Toxic Hazardous Materials
Official code
60-03
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
The childrens center did not have an adequate number of child care personnel appropriately trained in first aid to maintain coverage both on-site and on field trips.
Correction / follow-up note
During opening/closing hours, the center does not have enough First Aid trained staff on site for their enrollment. Submit a staff roster will all staff, making sure there is at least 3 staff with First Aid/CPR for open and closing hours. *Discussed having a company come to the center to train all staff on First Aid/CPR.
Correction status
Due by January 3, 2025
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SAFETY, HEALTH AND SANITATION - 67 - FA/CPR Certificates VII. B.
Official code
67-03
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
The childrens center did not have an adequate number of child care personnel appropriately trained in CPR to maintain coverage both on-site and on field trips.
Correction / follow-up note
During opening/closing hours, the center does not have enough CPR trained staff on site for their enrollment. Submit a staff roster will all staff, making sure there is at least 3 staff with First Aid/CPR for open and closing hours. *Discussed having a company come to the center to train all staff on First Aid/CPR.
Correction status
Due by January 3, 2025
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SAFETY, HEALTH AND SANITATION - 67 - FA/CPR Certificates VII. B.
Official code
67-06
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
Bottles and/or sippy cups brought from home were not labeled with childs first and last name.
Correction / follow-up note
2 cups in the 1-year-old class did have names. Submit a detailed plan on how the center will ensure all cups from home will be labeled. This violation will result in administrative action being taken.
Correction status
Due by January 3, 2025
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FOOD AND NUTRITION - 80 - Formula
Official code
80-01
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
2 Classrooms did not have the capacity posted. Send proof of all classrooms having the correct capacity posted.
Correction status
Due by January 3, 2025
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 82 - Capacity: X
Official code
82-02
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Higher concern: Supervision
Report finding
Child Care Personnel did not respond appropriately to the individual needs, special interests, abilities or cultures of the child(ren).
Report comments
Two babies were having "tummy time" and fell asleep on the floor. The two employees in the room were feeding other children and did not move the babies into their cribs. They stated they planned to do so when they were finished feeding the other babies. The Director has re- trained staff and made them aware that if a baby falls asleep, they must immediately move them into a crib. The allegation of Child Care Personnel not responding appropriately to the individual needs of the children is substantiated and resolved.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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SUPERVISION - 01 - General/Direct II. A.
Official code
01-15
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Higher concern: Supervision
Report finding
Child care staff failed to provide direct supervision of children in the [Toddler B] group of children as evidenced by [staff unaware of children climbing on window still. ].
Correction / follow-up note
When the licensing specialist walked into the room there were three children at the window. Two were on standing on chairs they had dragged over, and one had climbed up and was standing on the window still. The 2 staff were around the corner on the other side of the room looking in another direction. Please submit proof of re-training for staff on supervision of 1-year olds. Administrative action will be taken.
Correction status
Due by August 14, 2024
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SUPERVISION - 01 - General/Direct II. A.
Official code
01-01
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
Please submit a completed application for the staff member noted.
Correction status
Due by August 14, 2024
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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
Please submit an acknowledgement form for the staff member noted.
Correction status
Due by August 14, 2024
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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 [2] Child Care personnel whose verifications of employment history for the past 5 years was not on file.
Correction / follow-up note
Please submit proof of 5-year work verification for the staff members noted.
Correction status
Due by August 14, 2024
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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. [not in the file]
Correction / follow-up note
Please submit an Attestation of Good Moral Character for the staff member noted.
Correction status
Due by August 14, 2024
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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 [3] Child Care staff who did not attend the entire Department of Children and Family Services specialized training course Infant and Toddler Appropriate Practices Within 90 days of employment in the infant room.
Report comments
Three staff members completed infant/toddler training past 90 days of employment. This is now in compliance. KinderCare Learning Center 216 C06PI0123 / C770541 3270 E Bay Dr Largo FL 33771 Routine 08/08/2024 Page 2 of 8
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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PERSONNEL - 12 - Education, Training, and Other Personnel Records I.B., C. and V.A. .
Official code
12-08
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
The childrens center did not have documented proof that all staff were trained and knowledgeable within 30 day of employment in safe sleep practices and shaken baby syndrome.
Correction / follow-up note
Please submit an updated DCF Transcript showing completion of safe sleep for the staff member noted.
Correction status
Due by August 14, 2024
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PERSONNEL - 12 - Education, Training, and Other Personnel Records I.B., C. and V.A. .
Official code
12-16
Low concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
See Childrens Records Summary for [6] records with incomplete information.
Report comments
6 children's records had incomplete information, including partial and incomplete addresses. This was completed at inspection.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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RECORD KEEPING - 16 - Childrens Records
Official code
16-02
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 [2 days not signed.].
Inspector notes
Two days in August were not signed. The Assistant Director stated that she will ensure that the log is signed every night moving forward. Not Monitored Comments There are no children on medication.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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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 did not have an individualized written plan available for each infant up to 1 year of age; [8] infants were without a plan.
Correction / follow-up note
There were 8 children without a written plan: 2 children in Infant A and 6 children in Infant B. The staff indicated that they had completed them, but they were not laminated and given back to them yet since the Director was out, so they did not have them available. Please submit proof of plans for all 8 children and a written statement of how this will be handled and by whom, if the Director is absent.
Correction status
Due by August 14, 2024
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RECORD KEEPING - 23 - Written Plan (Infants) V. A.
Official code
23-03
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
During the licensure year fire drills utilizing the approved alarm system were not conducted monthly at various dates and times when children were in care.
Correction / follow-up note
Two fire drills, June 2024 and July 2024, were not conducted. Please submit a correction plan for how the center will ensure fire drills are conducted monthly.
Correction status
Due by August 14, 2024
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 29 - Fire Drills. VI. B.
Official code
29-03
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
Please submit a signed exposure control plan for the staff member noted.
Correction status
Due by August 14, 2024
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 55 - Isolation Area
Official code
55-07
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
Bottles and/or sippy cups brought from home were not labeled with childs first and last name.
Correction / follow-up note
Two bottles in Infant C were labeled with the child's first name and last initial. This was corrected at the visit by the teacher. The Assistant Director stated that she would let the parent know to write the entire name. The teacher stated that she will write it herself if it is not done by the parent.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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FOOD AND NUTRITION - 80 - Formula
Official code
80-01
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Higher concern: Supervision
Report finding
A staff member qualified to be in charge was not on the premises during [at the start of the inspection visit.]. (Section 2, paragraphs 1 and 2)
Report comments
The Director is the only staff member with a staff credential currently, and she does not work open to close, so there are times when there is no SMIC onsite, including when the licensing specialist arrived for the inspection. The assistant director is in the process of renewing her CDA. A staff member from another center will be coming to fill in starting today and will work until a SMIC is hired or the assistant director renews her CDA.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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SUPERVISION - 03 - Staff Member in Charge/Teacher in Charge (SMIC/TIC): II. A. II. A. (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 2 Minimum Age Requirements, Page 13)
Official code
03-01
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
See the Personnel Records Summary for [1] Child Care personnel who do not have documentation of completion of a five hour early literacy and language development of children birth through five course for child care personnel within 12 months of date of employment in the child care industry and/or the early literacy course documentation was not uploaded in the Florida Pathways/Registry.
Correction / follow-up note
One staff member did not have Literacy on her DCF Transcript within 12 months of working in the industry. Please submit an updated transcript when this is completed.
Correction status
Due by May 9, 2024
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PERSONNEL - 12 - Education, Training, and Other Personnel Records I.B., C. and V.A. . (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 18 Training Requirements, Pages 26-27)
Official code
12-04
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.
Report comments
One staff member had not started her 40 clock hours within 90 days. She started during the visit. This is now resolved.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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PERSONNEL - 12 - Education, Training, and Other Personnel Records I.B., C. and V.A. . (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 18 Training Requirements, Pages 26-27)
Official code
12-07
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
The number of credentialed staff did not meet requirements in that the childrens center was required to have at least [2] credentialed staff but had[1] staff who met qualifications for current staff credentials.
Report comments
The Director is currently the only person on staff with a staff credential. A second staff member from another site was sent over to work and will stay until a second person with a staff credential is hired or the assistant director renews her CDA.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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PERSONNEL - 13 - Staff Credential: I.B. I.B.
Official code
13-01
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
Report finding
Child care personnel failed to verify attendance accuracy at transitions. [count was incorrect at fire drill for the 2's class].
Correction / follow-up note
During the fire drill a child was hiding under a piece of equipment and they were accounted for on the attendance sheet which made the attendance incorrect. The staff member was unaware that the child was not present. Director will submit a plan for the groups to have better control of the children during fire drills. Not Monitored Comments There are no children on medication.
Correction status
Due by May 9, 2024
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RECORD KEEPING - 17 - Daily Attendance/Center Closing Log: V.A. V.A. (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 19.3 Record Keeping/Attendance, Page 48)
Official code
17-06
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
The hand washing sink in the [Infant A] does not have hot and cold running water. [Hot water is at 81 degrees. ]. (Section 12.3, number 1)
Correction / follow-up note
The hot water was at 81 degrees in Infant A. Submit proof that the hot water has been fixed. Director will re-train staff to notify her if the hot water is not at the correct temperature in the future. This will result in administrative action.
Correction status
Due by May 9, 2024
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 33 - Diapering Area (Infants) VI. C. (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 12.3 Diapering, Pages 28-29)
Official code
33-03
Medium concern: Facility condition
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An area of the childrens center was observed to not be in good repair [An outlet face plate is off in the 2/3 room. ]. (Section 10, number 1)
Correction / follow-up note
A face plate is missing on a wall switch near the bathroom. Please correct this and submit photo proof.
Correction status
Due by May 9, 2024
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 36 - Clean Good Repair (Indoor Play Space) VI. C. (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10 Physical Environment, Pages 22-23)
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.
Report comments
There were missing outlet covers in multiple rooms during the inspection. The outlet covers were replaced. Director will ensure that staff will check the room each morning to ensure that plugs are in place. This will result in administrative action.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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SAFETY, HEALTH AND SANITATION - 57 - Premises Free of Health and Safety Hazards (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10 Physical Environment, Pages 22-23)
Official code
57-07
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
The handwashing sink in the [2's] was observed being used for other than handwashing.[food items] was placed/observed in the sink. (Section 12.2, number 4)
Correction / follow-up note
There were remnants of food in the sink and the sinks are not draining properly. Please submit proof that the sink is draining properly.
Correction status
Due by May 9, 2024
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SAFETY, HEALTH AND SANITATION - 72 - Diapering Practices VII. E. (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 12.3, Diapering, Pages 28-29)
Official code
72-04
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Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
An area of the childrens center was observed to not be in good repair [holes in drywall in childrens restroom].
Correction / follow-up note
During the investigation a restroom was observed with holes /damage to the drywall. There were chips of paint/drywall on the floor. The area will need to be cleaned and repaired and a plan submitted to monitor all areas for compliance. Submit plan by due date
Correction status
Due by April 26, 2024
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 36 - Clean Good Repair (Indoor Play Space) VI. C.
Official code
36-02
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
The toileting facility did not have toilet paper and it was not within reach of children.
Correction / follow-up note
The toilet paper holder in the restroom shown to licensing was not operational and the roll of paper was inserted behind the toilet and out of reach. Please repair the holder and ensure all restrooms are stocked with the necessary supplies daily . Submit a cleaning schedule that will be followed to ensure compliance. Contact licensing once complete for a reinspection.
Correction status
Due by April 26, 2024
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 47 - Bathroom Supplies VI.F.
Official code
47-02
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
The childrens center did not maintain the sink toilet and/or bath facilities used by the children in good operating condition clean and/or sanitized or disinfected posing a threat to the health, safety or well-being of the children.
Correction / follow-up note
Observed restrooms with urine on the seats and debris including a plunger that was lying next to the toilet that was in reach of children. The toilet paper was also in the floor of the bathroom. Please submit a plan that includes a cleaning schedule that will be followed to ensure a clean sanitary environment for children in care. Submit plan by due date
Correction status
Due by April 26, 2024
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 48 - Cleaned/Sanitized (Bathroom) VI.F.
Official code
48-02
Higher concern: Hazardous access
Report finding
Harmful items including cleaning supplies, flammable products, poisonous, toxic and hazardous materials were accessible to children in care.
Correction / follow-up note
Observed cleaning and sanitizing solutions accessible in a VPK classroom as evidenced by two spray bottles of cleaning and sanitizing product sitting on a cabinet in reach of children. The bottles were moved and stored properly during the complaint investigation by the assistant director. Please submit a plan that details how the center will properly store cleaning supplies out of the reach of children in care . Submit plan by due date.
Correction status
Due by April 26, 2024
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SAFETY, HEALTH AND SANITATION - 60 - Toxic Hazardous Materials
Official code
60-03
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
Clean, sanitary drinking water was not available to all children.
Correction / follow-up note
Observed water coolers that were visibly dirty . The water jug was stored in the restroom on an upper shelf. Please ensure that children have access to drinking water that is clean and sanitary . All water jugs should be emptied and sanitized daily or as needed . Submit a plan that ensures children have access to clean sanitary drinking water when in care both indoors and outdoors. Submit plan by due date
Correction status
Due by April 26, 2024
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SAFETY, HEALTH AND SANITATION - 66 - Drinking Water VII. A.
Official code
66-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
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The childrens center did not provide nutritious meals/snacks to meet the daily nutritional needs of the children in that [a large bowl with the childrens afternoon snack was left uncovered in the classroom when the group and teacher were outdoor on the playground].
Correction / follow-up note
Observed during a complaint investigation a large bowl filled with the children's snack on a counter in a classroom uncovered. The children and teacher were outdoors on the playground. Please ensure food is stored properly after service to ensure food safety and prevent contamination . Submit a plan that details what food service procedures will be followed to ensure compliance. Submit plan by due date
Correction status
Due by April 26, 2024
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FOOD AND NUTRITION - 78 - Food/Nutrition
Official code
78-01
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Medium concern: Health or food records
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A child was given [milk] after the childrens center was notified of a food allergy by the parent or legal guardian.
Correction / follow-up note
Submit a corrective action plan to ensure that staff is aware of children's allergies and will not give children food they are allergic to.
Correction status
Due by March 6, 2024
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FOOD AND NUTRITION - 78 - Food/Nutrition
Official code
78-08
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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 fire inspection expired 7/19/23 and a new one was not conducted until 10/6/23. The inspection failed on 10-6-23. Please submit an approved fire inspection when it is completed and cleared. The non-compliance from 10-2-23, for 27-2: not having proof of a fire inspection, is now in compliance, since a fire inspection has been submitted.
Correction status
Due by October 13, 2023
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 27 - Fire Inspection VI.B.
Official code
27-01
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The childrens center did not have a fire extinguisher with a current certificate.
Correction / follow-up note
The fire inspection failed since the fire extinguisher was not inspected and re-tagged prior to expiration. Please submit proof that this is completed.
Correction status
Due by October 13, 2023
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 29 - Fire Drills. VI. B.
Official code
29-10
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Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
See the Personnel Records Summary for [two staff] 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
Two staff had not started the 40 DCF clock hours within the 90-day timeframe. One had started prior to the visit, and the second one created an account and started the classes at the visit. This brings this area into compliance.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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PERSONNEL - 12 - Education, Training, and Other Personnel Records I.B., C. and V.A. .
Official code
12-07
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. [time out in Toddler A.].
Report comments
There were multiple children moved to another room and the time was not marked out on the attendance sheet. This was completed at the visit.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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RECORD KEEPING - 17 - Daily Attendance/Center Closing Log: V.A.
Official code
17-01
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
Report finding
The attendance record was not with the staff and a group of [2/3/4's] children located[in the classroom. ].
Report comments
The staff member and the children were in the classroom, but the attendance had been left on the playground. This was resolved at the visit.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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RECORD KEEPING - 17 - Daily Attendance/Center Closing Log: V.A.
Official code
17-03
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The childrens center did not have documented proof of an annual fire inspection by the local fire authority.
Correction / follow-up note
Please submit current fire inspection to Licensing Specialist.
Correction status
Due by October 6, 2023
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 27 - Fire Inspection VI.B.
Official code
27-02
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
The hand washing sink in the [Infant A room] does not have hot and cold running water. [hot water was at 85 degrees. ].
Correction / follow-up note
Provide video proof of thermometer when the hot water is fixed. Director has already contacted maintenance for this issue.
Correction status
Due by October 6, 2023
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 33 - Diapering Area (Infants) VI. C.
Official code
33-03
Higher concern: Hazardous access
Report finding
The childrens center did not have electrical outlet covers or the outlet covers that were not in place.
Report comments
Multiple rooms had missing outlet covers. This was resolved at the visit.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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SAFETY, HEALTH AND SANITATION - 57 - Premises Free of Health and Safety Hazards
Official code
57-07
Higher concern: Hazardous access
Report finding
The childrens centers storage of harmful items including cleaning supplies, flammable products, poisonous, toxic and hazardous materials allowed access by children in care.
Report comments
There was an unlocked closet with toxics accessible to children. The toxics were moved at the visit which resolves this issue. A lock will be installed by maintenance to ensure this does not happen again.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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SAFETY, HEALTH AND SANITATION - 60 - Toxic Hazardous Materials
Official code
60-04
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
Items unrelated to diapering were observed on the diaper changing surface or stored in the diaper changing area.
Report comments
There were multiple non-diaper related items on a diaper table. This was resolved at the visit.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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SAFETY, HEALTH AND SANITATION - 72 - Diapering Practices VII. E.
Official code
72-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
The childrens center refrigerator/freezer does not have an appropriate thermometer.
Report comments
The Infant A room did not have a thermometer in the refrigerator. This was resolved at the visit.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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FOOD AND NUTRITION - 79 - Food Service
Official code
79-16
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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. (Section 19.5, number 2)
Correction / follow-up note
Submit complete 5-year history check for the 2 staff noted.
Correction status
Due by April 24, 2023
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PERSONNEL - 11 - General Qualifications/Level II Screening/Background Screening (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 19.4 Record Keeping/Personnel Records and Section 19.5 Record keeping/Background Screening, Pages 48-49)
Official code
11-16
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
See Childrens Records Summary for [1] records with missing Student Health Examination Forms. (Section 19.2, number 1)
Correction / follow-up note
Submit current health form for child noted. This will result in administrative action.
Correction status
Due by April 24, 2023
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RECORD KEEPING - 16 - Childrens Records (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 19.2 record Keeping/Childrens Files, Pages 46-47)
Official code
16-06
Low concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
See Childrens Records Summary for [1] records with missing DH680 Immunization Forms. (Section 19.2, number 2)
Correction / follow-up note
Submit immunization form for the child noted. This will result in administrative action.
Correction status
Due by April 24, 2023
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RECORD KEEPING - 16 - Childrens Records (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 19.2 record Keeping/Childrens Files, Pages 46-47)
Official code
16-09
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
See Childrens Records Summary for [5] records with the Florida Certificate of Immunization that was not acceptable in that the form was not current (expired) an applicable part of the record was not complete it did not include the signature of the physician or it did not include the date the form was issued by the physician. (Section 19.2, number 2)
Correction / follow-up note
Submit current immunization records for the 5 children noted. This will result in administrative action.
Correction status
Due by April 24, 2023
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RECORD KEEPING - 16 - Childrens Records (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 19.2 record Keeping/Childrens Files, Pages 46-47)
Official code
16-11
Low concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
Parent permission for special occasion food consumption was not maintained for a minimum of 12months from the date of each activity.
Correction / follow-up note
Submit food experience form for the 2 children noted.
Correction status
Due by April 24, 2023
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RECORD KEEPING - 16 - Childrens Records (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 19.2 record Keeping/Childrens Files, Pages 46-47)
Official code
16-18
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
The hand washing sink in the [Infant room ] does not have hot and cold running water. [Hot water]. (Section 12.3, number 1)
Report comments
A work order has been placed and licensing specialist will come back to test the water once it is fixed.
Correction status
Due by April 24, 2023
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 33 - Diapering Area (Infants) VI. C. (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 12.3 Diapering, Pages 28-29)
Official code
33-03
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.
Correction / follow-up note
Submit copy of indoor/outdoor inspection log showing daily signatures.
Correction status
Due by April 24, 2023
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SAFETY, HEALTH AND SANITATION - 57 - Premises Free of Health and Safety Hazards (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10 Physical Environment, Pages 22-23)
Official code
57-08
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
Documentation of first aid training was not on file for child care personnel. (Section 13.4)
Correction / follow-up note
Submit proof of First Aid and CPR training for one additional staff member.
Correction status
Due by April 24, 2023
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SAFETY, HEALTH AND SANITATION - 67 - FA/CPR Certificates VII. B. (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 13.4 First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation, Pages 31-32)
Official code
67-02
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
Items unrelated to diapering were observed on the diaper changing surface or stored in the diaper changing area. (Section 12.3, number 6)
Report comments
Items on the changing table not related to diapering were removed at the visit.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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SAFETY, HEALTH AND SANITATION - 72 - Diapering Practices VII. E. (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 12.3, Diapering, Pages 28-29)
Official code
72-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
Bottles and/or sippy cups provided by the childrens center were not washed, rinsed and sanitized between each use. (Section 17.5 and Section 17.6, number 4)
Report comments
The cups were removed and brought to the kitchen to be cleaned and sanitized. Staff was advised to not clean cups in the hand washing sink.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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FOOD AND NUTRITION - 79 - Food Service (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 17 Food and Nutrition Services, Pages 36-42)
Official code
79-08
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
Bottles and/or sippy cups brought from home were not labeled with childs first and last name. (Section 17.6, number 5)
Correction / follow-up note
Submit proof of plan to have all bottles/cups labeled with child's first and last name. This will result in administrative action.
Correction status
Due by April 24, 2023
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FOOD AND NUTRITION - 80 - Formula (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 17.4 Breastmilk, Infant Formula and Food, Pages 40-41)
Official code
80-01

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 all children are actively supervised while on the playground?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records show an inspection report from June 2026 noted that staff did not observe specific incidents on the playground. This question helps parents understand the current supervision practices and any new safety protocols implemented since that report.
Context
A correction plan was requested following the June 2026 inspection.
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Finding-specific

What steps does the center take to ensure that all cleaning supplies and hazardous materials are stored securely and out of reach of children?

Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from June 2026 identified that some hazardous materials were accessible in classrooms. Asking about current storage procedures helps families understand how the center maintains a secure physical environment.
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Finding-specific

How does your team verify that attendance records are accurate throughout the day, especially during transitions between rooms or outdoor play?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records show a repeated pattern of concerns regarding attendance documentation and transition tracking between 2023 and 2026. This question allows the director to explain the current system for maintaining accurate child counts.
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Finding-specific

What training do staff members receive regarding safe sleep practices for infants in their care?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from multiple inspections between 2025 and 2026 indicate concerns related to sleep safety, such as infant positioning and the use of linens. This question helps parents understand the center's commitment to current safe sleep standards.
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Finding-specific

How does the center ensure that all staff members have completed the required background screenings and training before they begin working with children?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Official inspection reports from 2024 and 2025 show repeated findings related to incomplete personnel files and background screening documentation. This question provides an opportunity to learn about the current administrative process for maintaining staff records.
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