Program Personnel did not complete preservice training requirements prior to unsupervised contact with or care of children, or if supervised, within 90 days of beginning employment or service with the program. (Section 18.1) Personnel I [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
One new staff member did not complete SR training within 90 days of beginning employment. Please ensure the training is completed and submit the transcript to your licensing specialist.
Correction status
Due by March 24, 2026
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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)
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
The staff member has 1 class to pass to complete the 40 hr training. Please ensure that she signs up for the test right away and send her transcript once the class is completed.
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. .
Child care staff failed to provide direct supervision of children in the [3's] group of children as evidenced by [a child was left alone in a classroom].
Report comments
A child was left alone in the classroom when the class was transitioning to a different classroom. The child was alone for approximately one minute. Administrative action will be taken.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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SUPERVISION - 01 - General/Direct II. A.
Official code
01-01
Higher concern: Supervision
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Child care personnel failed to verify attendance accuracy at transitions. [A child was left alone in a classroom].
Correction / follow-up note
As observed in a video of the incident, the teacher counts her children, but gets distracted by a parent at the door. By the time the parent and teacher were done talking, a 3 year old boy had walked away from the door. Teacher transitions the class to another classroom, but the boy is left behind. The transition was documented by the teacher, and the boy was included in the count, but was not with the group. The Center has taken corrective action, and have implemented a change in the way they are doing transitions. There must always be 2 staff members with a group that is transitioning to another area of the Center. Administrative action will be taken.
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: Incident records
Report finding
Child care personnel failed to share the accident or incident report with the custodial parent/legal guardian or individual authorized to pick up the child on the date that the incident occurred.
Report comments
Although the incident occurred on Friday 9/6/24 at 4:30 PM, parents were not presented with an Accident/Incident report to sign until Monday 9/9/24. The parents also were not called on the day of the incident.
Child care staff failed to provide direct supervision of children in the [School age] group of children as evidenced by [a child left in their classroom without staff present for 2 minutes].
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The director was proactive and compiled a plan of action to prevent a similar incident in the future. The plan includes additional sweeps of the room before transitioning to a new location, locking doors and turning off lights after checking the rooms closets and restrooms for children, Staff will sign a log to ensure these steps are completed
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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SUPERVISION - 01 - General/Direct II. A.
Official code
01-01
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
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Child care personnel failed to verify attendance accuracy at transitions. [as evidence by a child left in their classroom when the group transition to the front of the center].
Report comments
The teacher did not complete a transition when the children moved from the classroom the the front of the building resulting in a child being left sleeping in a classroom. The director has put a plan of action in place as follows: Reminded / retrained staff that all transition must be documented and the children counted before leaving an area and when you arrive at the next location. This includes Classrooms, bus, field trips,drills and opening and closing rooms. This includes clipboards that are handed off to a new staff member both are expected to check for accuracy. The transition must be marked on the transition log and a name to face attendance check completed.
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: Incident records
Report finding
The childrens center failed to document accidents/incidents on the day of occurrence.
Correction / follow-up note
The director called the parents immediately to inform them that the child was left sleeping in his classroom for two minutes. The director spoke at length with the parents but failed to document the incident in report form and gain signature day of occurrence. The director has up a plan in place to document all incidents and obtain signature day of occurrence moving forward.
See Childrens Records Summary for [6] records with incomplete Emergency Medical Release forms. (Section 19.2, number 7)
Inspector notes
Six records were missing the notary stamp. Resolved during inspection.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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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
16-05
Medium concern: Facility condition
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The hand washing sink in the [1's classroom] does not have hot and cold running water. [The hot water in both sinks in the classroom did not warm up.]. (Section 12.3, number 1)
Report comments
Please ensure that the hot water temperature is set between 100-110 degrees. Email licensing specialist, so she can return to do a reinspection.
Correction status
Due by March 7, 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
Report finding
Hand hygiene procedures, including situations at times, were not posted in food preparation diapering and toileting areas.
Inspector notes
Handwashing signs were missing in 2's, VPK, and SA classrooms. Resolved during inspection.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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SAFETY, HEALTH AND SANITATION - 65 - Handwashing VII. A. (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10 Physical Environment, Pages 22-23)
See Childrens Records Summary for [1] records with expired Student Health Examination Forms. (Section 19.2, number 1)
Correction / follow-up note
Obtain the current form.
Correction status
Due by March 3, 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
16-08
Medium concern: Health or food records
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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. (Section 19.2, number 2)
Correction / follow-up note
Obtain the current form.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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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
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 walk me through your current process for verifying attendance during classroom transitions?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records show that attendance verification during transitions has been a topic of concern in past inspection reports. Asking about the current process helps parents understand the specific steps taken to ensure every child is accounted for when moving between areas of the center.
Context
The center implemented new transition procedures following these reports, and subsequent inspections have been clear of this specific issue.
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Finding-specific
What steps does your team take to ensure constant supervision, especially when groups are moving between different rooms or activities?
Why ask this
Why ask this
The available inspection records show that supervision during transitions was noted in reports from 2024. This question allows the provider to explain the current supervision protocols they have in place to maintain a secure environment for all children.
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Finding-specific
How do you track and verify that all staff members have completed their required training and certifications?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records indicate that staff training requirements have been a recurring topic in recent reports. Understanding how the center manages and monitors these credentials provides insight into their commitment to maintaining a qualified and prepared staff.
Context
A correction was requested in the most recent report regarding training timelines.
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Finding-specific
What is your procedure for communicating with parents if an incident occurs during the day?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Official inspection reports from 2024 noted instances where incident documentation or communication did not meet standards. Asking about this process helps parents understand how the center ensures timely and transparent communication regarding their child's well-being.
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General question
How do you handle daily routines like handwashing and bathroom breaks to ensure they are consistent across all classrooms?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Consistent hygiene practices are essential for a healthy daycare environment. This question helps parents understand the center's approach to maintaining cleanliness and health standards throughout the daily schedule.