Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 2.05
- Local median
- 0.33
Sonshine Inn Day Care
304 Park St, Melrose, FL 32666
- License:
- C07PU0015
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 14, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- After School, Before School, Drop In, Full Day, Infant Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 6:00AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 45
- License expiration:
- October 17, 2026
Typical cost: $802 (Under 1)
Child’s age
$802/mo
Median daily rate: $37.00 (non-Gold Seal only)
Official Florida Division of Early Learning Putnam 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 inspectionMay 21, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMay 21, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 19 available inspections for Sonshine Inn Day Care from February 9, 2023 through May 21, 2026.
Seven inspections recorded violations, with 39 recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on September 16, 2025 and involved background screening, with a due date of October 3, 2025.
That higher-concern topic showed up in two inspections.
Three later inspections, from October 2, 2025 through May 21, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 19
- Recorded violations
- 39
- Higher-concern violations
- 10
- Repeated topics
- 6
4 in last 12 months
6 in last 12 months
1 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
19 total inspections vs 11 local median in Putnam County
Compared to 31 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 26%
- Local median
- 10%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 37%
- Local median
- 18%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 6
- Local average
- 0.77
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Health or food records
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 6 recorded violations.
September 25, 2024February 5, 2025September 16, 2025Background screening
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
May 22, 2025September 16, 2025Equipment or readiness
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
February 5, 2025September 16, 2025Recordkeeping
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
May 22, 2025September 16, 2025Facility condition
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
September 25, 2024February 5, 2025Staff training
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
January 29, 2024September 25, 2024Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Bottles and/or sippy cups brought from home were not labeled with childs first and last name. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.5, B
- Inspector notes
- Specialist observed water bottles that were not labeled with children's first and last name. Staff used painter's tape to label water bottles. The Child Care Facility Handbook states on page 35: B. Bottles and sippy cups brought from home shall be individually labeled with the childs first and last name and shall be returned to the custodial parent or legal guardian daily.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 28 - Bottles, Breastmilk, Formula and Infant Food
- Official code
- 28-02
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- A resilient surface was not provided beneath and within the fall/use zone for [the slide.]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D
- Correction / follow-up note
- Specialist observed no mulch under the slide. Provider has until October 3rd, 2025. to install 6 inches of mulch under the slide. The Child Care Facility Handbook states on page 38: D. Permanent or stationary playground equipment must have a fall/use zone that extends a minimum of 6 feet in all directions from the perimeter of the equipment. All types of ground cover must be maintained to provide resilience and reduce the incidence of injuries to children in the event of falls.
- Correction status
- Due by October 3, 2025
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-06
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1
- Report comments
- Specialist reviewed 9 children files. 5 children files did not have updated immunization forms. Provider will ask parents for updated immunization forms before October 3rd, 2025. The Child Care Facility Handbook states on page 59: 7.1 Immunization Records The child care facility is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed Florida Certification of Immunization form Part A-1, B, or C, DH 680, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(o), F.A.C., or the Religious Exemption from Immunization form, DH 681, which is incorporated by reference in 65C- 22.001(7)(p), F.A.C., from the custodial parent or legal guardian. DH Form ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by October 3, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-02
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The Student Health Examination or equivalent health statement was not acceptable in that: [ It was not current (over two years old)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2
- Report comments
- Specialist reviewed 9 children files. 4 children files either did not have forms or did not have updated forms. Provider will request parents to bring in updated forms by October 3rd, 2025. The Child Care Facility Handbook states on page 60: 7.2 Student Health Records The child care facility is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed Student Health Examination form DH 3040, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(q), F.A.C. and may be obtained from the local county health department, the parent or legal guardian, or a signed statement by authorized professionals that indicate the results of the components of the S ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by October 3, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
- Official code
- 42-02
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- Personnel records or copies of records were not being maintained at the facility and available for review by the licensing authority. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4
- Report comments
- Specialist reviewed 4 staff files. Staff files were incomplete and did not have all forms for specialist to review. Provider will update all staff files with all forms required by DCF. The Child Care Facility Handbook states on pages 61-62: 7.4 Personnel Records Records must be maintained and kept current on all child care personnel, as defined by Section 402.302(3), F.S. These records shall be on-site, available for review by the licensing authority and must include: A. A complete employment application with the required statement pursuant to Section 402.3055(1)(b), F.S. B. Documentation of position and date of employment. C. CF-FSP Form 5337, Child Abuse & Neglect Reporting ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by October 3, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-01
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- Documentation of Level 2 Clearinghouse screening clearance was missing for child care personnel. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1,C
- Report comments
- Specialist reviewed all 4 staff files. 1 staff member does not have a level 2 background screening. Provider will have a level 2 background screening dome for the staff as soon as possible before allowing the staff member to be with the children. The Child Care Facility Handbook states on page 62: C. A copy of the eligible results, for the Level 2 screening, generated from the Clearinghouse must be on record for each personnel. If awaiting Out-of-State criminal history results, a copy of the DCF email informing of the individuals eligibility for a provisional hire status must be in the personnel file.
- Correction status
- Due by October 3, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-02
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- A Volunteer Acknowledgement (Form CF-FSP 5217) was not on file prior to volunteering. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, F
- Report comments
- Specialist reviewed the volunteer file and the Volunteer Acknowledgement form was missing. Provider printed form and had the volunteer sign it. The Child Care Facility states on page 62: F. Prior to beginning volunteering in a child care facility, a CF-FSP 5217, Volunteer Acknowledgment which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(e), F.A.C., and may be obtained from the Departments website www.myflfamilies.com/childcare, must be completed and on file at the child care facility for the volunteer. Written documentation of volunteer hours must be maintained at the facility for a minimum of 12 months and available for review by the licensing authority.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-05
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- A complete CF-FSP Form 5131, Background Screening and Personnel File Requirements, was not on file for all employees. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1, A
- Report comments
- Specialist reviewed all 3 staff files and the volunteer files. All files were missing a current CF-FSP form 5131. Provider printed new CF-FSP form 5131 for all staff and the volunteer. The forms were completed while the Specialist was there. The Child Care Facility states on page 62: 7.4.1 Background Screening Documents Background screening documentation must be maintained for all child care personnel as defined by Section 402.302(3), F.S., which includes household members if the facility is located in or adjacent to the home of the operator. Background screening documentation must be on-site and available for the licensing authority to review. A. Each personnel record must h ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-01
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The facility's written plan of scheduled activities was not followed. CCF Handbook, Section 2.6
- Inspector notes
- Specialist observed that there was a posted schedule of activities, but it was not being followed. The posted schedule had outdoor time and nap time for the time period that Specialist was present. Children did not go outside and were not laid down for nap while specialist was present. The daily schedule of activities must be followed unless there is a weather event or other extenuating circumstance. The Child Care Facility Handbook states on page 17: 2.6 Planned Activities Each group or class must have a written and followed plan of scheduled activities posted in an easily seen location accessible to parents/guardians. The written plan must meet the needs of the children bei ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by February 24, 2025
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 09 - Planned Activities
- Official code
- 09-02
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Areas of the facility were found to be in need of cleaning. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A
- Inspector notes
- Specialist observed that many areas of the facility had containers of toys and other supplies that were spilling over and taking from the usable space for children to play. Specialist also observed that there were unused diapers littered about the facility on tables and floors. Countertops are covered with miscellaneous items some unrelated to childcare. The Child Care Facility Handbook states on page 20: 3.1 General Health and Safety Requirements A. All child care facilities must be clean, in good repair, free from health and safety hazards and from evidence of, or presence of, vermin infestation. Indoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety and docu ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by February 24, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-01
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- Knives and/or sharp tools were accessible to children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B
- Inspector notes
- Specialist observed a knife on the kitchen countertop accessible to children. The knife was moved immediately. The Child Care Facility Handbook states on page 21: B. All potentially harmful items, including cleaning supplies, flammable products, poisonous, toxic, and hazardous materials, must be labeled and used according to manufacturers recommendation. These items, as well as knives, sharp tools, and other potentially dangerous hazards, must be stored in a locked area or must be inaccessible and out of a childs reach at all times.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 13 - Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons
- Official code
- 13-04
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facilitys outdoor play area contained litter, nails, glass or other hazards that posed a low potential for harm to children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A
- Inspector notes
- Specialist observed a rotting splintered wooden table on the playground with exposed nails that needs to be removed. The Child Care Facility Handbook states on page 23: Outdoor Play Area A. The outdoor play area must be clean and free from litter, nails, glass and other hazards.
- Correction status
- Due by February 24, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-01
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The play equipment was not maintained in a safe or sanitary condition for the children to use in that [sharp edges and rust]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B and F
- Inspector notes
- Specialist observed that after school aged playground was not being maintained. There was a hole in the fence. There was broken equipment with sharp edges. There was an uncovered sandbox, there was metal slide with rust and the vegetation is overgrown. This playground will be closed and no longer used. There is an additional playground that can be utilized. This will not affect their capacity. The Child Care Facility Handbook states on page 38: C. All equipment, fences, and objects on the facilitys premises shall be free from sharp, broken and jagged edges, and properly placed to prevent overcrowding or safety hazards in any one area. F. All equipment used in the outdoor play ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-03
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Child(ren) did not have a Florida Certification of Immunization (DH Form 680) or a Religious Exemption from Immunization (DH Form 681), on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1, B
- Inspector notes
- Provider stated there are no new children since the last inspection. Specialist reviewed two random children's files. One child did not have an immunization form and has been enrolled longer than 30 days. The Child Care Facility Handbook states on page 59: Immunization Records The child care facility is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed Florida Certification of Immunization form Part A-1, B, or C, DH 680, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(o), F.A.C., or the Religious Exemption from Immunization form, DH 681, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(p), F.A.C., from the custodial parent or le ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by February 24, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Child(ren) did not have a Student Health Examination/DH (Form 3040), or an equivalent health statement on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2, C
- Report comments
- There are no new children since the last inspection. Specialist reviewed two random children's files and one child who has been there more than 30 days did not have a Student Health Exam. The Child Care Facility Handbook states on page 59: The child care facility is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed Student Health Examination form DH 3040, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(q), F.A.C. and may be obtained from the local county health department, the parent or legal guardian, or a signed statement by authorized professionals that indicate the results of the components of the Student Health Examination for ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by February 24, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
- Official code
- 42-01
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The facility did not maintain a log for all children being transported in a vehicle. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.2 A
- Report comments
- Provider's transportation log was not completed for the week. Provider has transported children 2 days this week without completing the log. Provider completed log during this inspection. The Childcare Facility Handbook states on page 15: 2.5.2 Transportation Log A. A log must be maintained for all children being transported in a vehicle or on foot away from and/or to the premises of the child care facility. The log must be retained on file at the facility for a minimum of 12 months and available for review by the licensing authority. The log must include: 1. Each childs name, 2. The date and time of departure, 3. Time of arrival at the destination, 4. The signature of the dr ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 05 - Transportation
- Official code
- 05-02
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The drivers personnel record did not include [ An annual physical examination which grants medical approval to drive]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, E
- Report comments
- Specialist found that the driver did not have a current physical examination granting medical approval to transport children. The Child Care Facility Handbook states on page 61: E. For the driver only: Florida drivers license and driver physical examination documentation. A copy of the drivers license and the physician certification, or another form containing the same elements of the physician certification, granting medical approval to operate the vehicle, and valid certificate(s) of course completion for first aid training, pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) procedures, and background screening must also be maintained in the drivers personnel file.
- Correction status
- Due by October 9, 2024
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 06 - Driver's License, Physician Certification & First Aid/CPR Training
- Official code
- 06-02
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- A vehicle(s) used to transport children did not have an annual inspection by a mechanic to ensure it was in proper working order. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4, A
- Correction / follow-up note
- Specialist observed that the vehicle used to transport children did not have an annual inspection. The childcare facility handbook states on page 16: 2.5.4 Vehicle Requirements For the purpose of this section, vehicles refer to those owned, operated or regularly used by the child care program, and vehicles that provide transportation through a contract or agreement with an outside entity. Parents/guardians personal vehicles used for transporting during field trips are excluded from meeting the requirements of this sub-section. A. All vehicles regularly used to transport children must be inspected annually by a mechanic to ensure that they are in proper working order. Document ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by October 9, 2024
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 07 - Vehicle Requirements
- Official code
- 07-03
Higher concern: Sleep safety
- Report finding
- The bedding available was not safe and poses a threat to the health, safety or well-being of a child in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1
- Inspector notes
- Specialist observed an infant asleep in a bouncer chair and a 1-year-old child asleep in an adult lazy boy chair. The Childcare Facility Handbook states on pages 24 and 25: Each child in care must be provided safe and sanitary bedding to be used when napping or sleeping. Provider moved the infant to a playpen and the 1-year-old to a cot. 3.6.3 Crib Requirements Children up to one year of age must be in a crib or playpen/play yard with sides for napping. Crib sides must be secured while there is an infant in the crib. Bar spacing must not exceed two and three-eighths inches. Cribs or playpen/play yards must meet the regulations as outlined in Title 16, Parts 1219, 1220 & 1221 ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 18 - Bedding and Linens
- Official code
- 18-02
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Cleaning and sanitizing potty chairs did not take place after each use. CCF Handbook, Section 3.7, D
- Inspector notes
- Specialist observed a potty chair that had not cleaned and sanitized after every use. Provider cleaned and sanitized while specialist was present. Childcare Facility Handbook on page 26 states: D. Potty chairs, if used, shall be in addition to the toilet requirements, and must be cleaned and sanitized or disinfected after each use.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 21 - Restrooms and Bath Facilities
- Official code
- 21-05
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. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.5, B
- Inspector notes
- Specialist observed infant bottles and sippy cups that were not properly labeled. Provider labeled the bottles while specialist was present. Childcare Facility handbook states on page 34: B. Bottles and sippy cups brought from home shall be individually labeled with the childs first and last name and shall be returned to the custodial parent or legal guardian daily.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 28 - Bottles, Breastmilk, Formula and Infant Food
- Official code
- 28-02
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The director responsible for the daily operation of the program did not have an active Director Credential. CCF Handbook, Section 4.7
- Report comments
- The Director responsible for daily operations does not have a current credential. The paperwork has been submitted but not approved. The Childcare Facility Handbook states on page: 4.7 Director Credential Section 402.305(2)(g), F.S., requires a child care facility to have a credentialed director. Every applicant for a license to operate a child care facility or a license for a change of ownership of a child care facility must document that the facility director has an active Director Credential prior to issuance of the license.
- Correction status
- Due by November 22, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 34 - Credentialed Staff
- Official code
- 34-04
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The director responsible for the daily operation of the program did not have an active Director Credential. CCF Handbook, Section 4.7
- Report comments
- 4.7 Director Credentials are not current. Section 402.305(2)(f), F.S. requires a childcare facility to have a credentialed director, every applicant for license to operate a childcare facility or a license for a change of ownership of a childcare facility must document that the facility director has an active Director Credential prior to issuance of the license. A. Each school-age childcare program must have a credentialed director that is on-site a majority of hours that the facility is in operation. C. An individual with an inactive Director Credential is ineligible to be the director of a childcare facility. D. 1. the licensing authority will then issue a provisional licen ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by July 30, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 34 - Credentialed Staff
- Official code
- 34-04
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
- Report finding
- A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [6] children is required. A ratio of [2] child care personnel for [16 children from age 1- elementary] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S.
- Report comments
- 16 children were present with 2 staff members. The children ranged in ages from 1 and elementary. A staff member was asked to move to another class with the 1 year old child and some of the young twos. This staff member moved 4 children to a safer location. The second staff member supervised the 12 children between the ages of 3 and elementary. The CCF Handbook states that in groups of mixed ages where children are between 1 and 2, there is to be 1 person responsible for no more that 6 children at all times.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Ratio Sufficient
- Official code
- 03-01
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- Supervision of children in the [3-elementary] group was inadequate in that [the children were left with a volunteer while the staff member watched the 1 and 2 year old children and their staff member for about 15 minutes. ]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4
- Correction / follow-up note
- The director/staff member left her group with a volunteer to watch the 1 and 2 year old class. This counselor asked the director/staff member to return to her group. The CCF Handbook states that child care personnel must be assigned to provide direct supervision to a specific group of children and be with that group at all times.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
- Official code
- 04-01
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The facility's written plan of scheduled activities was not followed. CCF Handbook, Section 2.6
- Report comments
- Children were eating lunch during playground time. Children were still playing at 1:30 when nap time was scheduled at 12:30. There was no nap time on this day. Afternoon snack was at 2:30pm. This counselor will visit this program in two weeks to see if schedule is followed. The CCF Handbook states that the activities plan must be followed and meet the needs of the children being served.
- Correction status
- Due by June 20, 2023
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 09 - Planned Activities
- Official code
- 09-02
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The facility used electronic media time with children younger than 2 years of age. CCF Handbook, Section 2.6, C
- Report comments
- This program used electronic media with a child under the age of one. This counselor asked a staff member to move the young child to another classroom. The CCF Handbook states that no electronic media is to be used with children under the age of two.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 09 - Planned Activities
- Official code
- 09-06
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The facility used electronic media time with children older than 2 years of age and older for more than 2 hours a day. CCF Handbook, Section 2.6, C
- Report comments
- The television was on from this counselor's arrival time at 11:15am until 2:50pm when staff were asked to turn the television off. The CCF Handbook states 2 hours is the maximum amount of time in a day that electronic media can be used for children over the age of 2.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 09 - Planned Activities
- Official code
- 09-08
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A
- Report comments
- One of the two toilets does not flush. The CCF Handbook states that the facility must be in good repair.
- Correction status
- Due by June 20, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- The facilitys storage of harmful items including cleaning supplies, flammable products, and poisonous, toxic and hazardous materials allowed access by children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B
- Report comments
- A can of rust stop was on the playground and could be reached by the children. This counselor moved the rust stop out of the reach of children during this inspection. The CCF Handbook states that all areas of the facility must be free from hazardous.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 13 - Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons
- Official code
- 13-02
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facilitys outdoor play area contained litter, nails, glass or other hazards that posed a low potential for harm to children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A
- Report comments
- The playground was filled with several branches and weeds. The CCF Handbook states that the playground needs to be free of hazards that can pose harm to the children.
- Correction status
- Due by June 20, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-01
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Hand sanitizer was used in place of hand washing with soap and running water. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.1, B
- Inspector notes
- A child emerged from the bathroom and used hand sanitizer instead of going to the sink to was hands. This counselor spoke to the director of the program. This counselor then watched children using the sink. The CCF Handbook states that the use of hand sanitizer does not substitute for handwashing. Not Monitored Comments Diapering was not monitored during this inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 29 - Health and Sanitation
- Official code
- 29-04
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The play equipment was not maintained in a safe or sanitary condition for the children to use in that [there was rust and peeling paint on a large truck]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B and F
- Report comments
- A yellow metal truck was rusted and a lot of peeling paint. This counselor put the truck over the playground fence to keep the children safe. The CCF Handbook states that play equipment must be maintained in a safe and sanitary condition.
- Correction status
- Due by June 20, 2023
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-03
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1
- Correction / follow-up note
- The list of children mentioned on the attached supplemental form have expired immunizations. The CCF Handbook states that staff must obtain a current and complete certificate of immunizations for each child.
- Correction status
- Due by June 20, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-02
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Areas of the facility were found to be in need of cleaning. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A
- Report comments
- The front door, half door in the entrance way, the bathroom door, and the door to the outside need cleaning around the doorknobs. The CCF Handbook states that the facility needs to be clean and in good repair.
- Correction status
- Due by February 23, 2023
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- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-01
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A
- Report comments
- There is a broken toilet that needs repair. The vanity outside of the bathroom has peeling paint. It needs to be repaired or replaced. The CCF HAndbook states that the facility needs to be clean and in good repair.
- Correction status
- Due by February 23, 2023
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- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- Fire drills conducted during the licensure year did not include the following [No attendance was taken.]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.4, C
- Report comments
- A fire drill was conducted during this inspection. An alarm was used but attendance was not taken out of the building with the children. The CCF Handbook states that attendance must be taken when the children have left the building to assure all children have left the building.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-07
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The facility did not maintain documentation that the parent(s) or legal guardian(s) of each child were provided information detailing the causes, symptoms, and transmission of the influenza virus annually during the months of August through September in that [brochures were outdated]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.3, C.4.
- Report comments
- Influenza brochures were outdated for the children. The CCF Handbook states that the parent or legal guardian of each child be provided information detailing the symptoms and the transmission of the influenza virus in August through September each year.
- Correction status
- Due by February 23, 2023
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- RECORD KEEPING - 43 - Enrollment Information
- Official code
- 43-06
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The facility did not maintain documentation that the parent(s) or legal guardian(s) of each child were provided information regarding the potential for distracted adults to fail to drop off a child and leave them in the car annually during the months of April and September in that [Brochures were not available for review.]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.3, C.5.
- Report comments
- Distracted adult brochures were not available for the children in care. The CCF Handbook states that information regarding potential for distracted adults to fail to drop off their child and leave them in the vehicle. This form must be signed April and September each year.
- Correction status
- Due by February 23, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 43 - Enrollment Information
- Official code
- 43-10
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
Can you walk me through your current process for ensuring all staff members have their required background screenings completed before they begin working with children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an inspection in September 2025 show that documentation for a required background screening was missing for a staff member. This question helps clarify how the center now manages and verifies these essential personnel requirements.
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Finding-specific
How do you maintain and organize your personnel files to ensure that all required documentation is complete and readily available for review?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records show a pattern of incomplete personnel and background screening documentation across multiple reports. Asking about the current filing system helps understand how the center ensures all staff records remain up to date.
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Finding-specific
What is your daily routine for inspecting the playground and outdoor equipment to ensure everything remains in good repair for the children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Official inspection reports have noted concerns regarding the maintenance of outdoor play areas, including issues with equipment condition and surface materials. This question allows the director to explain the current safety checks in place for outdoor play.
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Finding-specific
Could you explain how you track and manage student health and immunization records to ensure they stay current for every child in your care?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records indicate multiple instances where student health examinations or immunization forms were found to be expired or missing. This question helps parents understand the process for keeping these vital health records current.
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General question
How does your team ensure that all items brought from home, such as water bottles or food containers, are clearly labeled with each child's name?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Proper labeling of personal items is a standard practice that helps prevent confusion and ensures each child receives their own belongings. This question helps parents understand the center's daily organizational routines.