Stored food was not consumed or discarded on or before the expiration date listed by the manufacturer. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, B Food and Nutrition [SR]
Inspector notes
Specialist observed expired milk and lunch meat in the refrigerator. Specialist had the kitchen personal throw out lunch meat and pour out the milk. The Child Care Facility Handbook states on page 30: B. Stored food must be consumed or discarded on or before the expiration dates listed by the manufacturer.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
Official code
24-18
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
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The play equipment was not maintained in a safe or sanitary condition for the children to use in that [The paint is chipping on a couple of pieces of equipment and the swings chain covers are in bad condition.]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B and F Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
Inspector notes
Specialist observed on the playground that a play car with steering wheels, the paint is chipping, the slide stair railing is also chipping and the swings chain covers are in bad condition are hanging half off. Provider has until April 30, 2026, to repaint and fix the chain covers on the swings. The Child Care Facility Handbook states on page 38-39: B. All playground equipment must be securely anchored, unless portable or stationary by design, in good repair, maintained in safe and sanitary condition, and placed to ensure safe use by the children. Maintenance must include inspections conducted every month of all supports above and below the ground and of all connectors and mo ... [truncated]
Child care personnel failed to possess a current attendance record and parent contact information during a fire drill, emergency preparedness drill or an actual emergency. CCF Handbook Section 3.8.4, C and 3.8.5, A (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
Report comments
During the fire drill the staff did not have the attendance for their class. Technical assistance was given to the director as to what needs to be included in a fire drill. The Child Care Facility Handbook states on page 28: C. A current attendance record and parent contact information must accompany child care personnel out of the building during a drill or actual evacuation and be used to account for all children.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the 40 hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement. CCF Handbook Section 4.2.1
Report comments
Specialist reviewed all staff records. One staff has not completed their training in the allotted time. The Child Care Facility handbook states on page 40: 4.2.1 Mandated Introductory Training Child care personnel must successfully complete 40 hours of child care training as evidenced by successful completion of competency examinations offered by the Department or its designated representative with a weighted score of 70 or better. Child care personnel who successfully completed the mandatory 40-hour Introductory Child Care Training prior to January 1, 2004 are not required to fulfill the competency examination requirement.
The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 Record Keeping [SR]
Report comments
Specialist reviewed all 23 children files. 4 children's shot records were expired. 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 680 and DH Form 681 may be obtained from the local county health department. Specific immunizati ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by January 21, 2025
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RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
Official code
41-02
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 Record Keeping [SR]
Report comments
Specialist reviewed all 23 children files. 1 child's file did not have Form 3040. The Child Care Facility Handbook states on page 59-60: 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 Student Health Examination form are included in the health examination.
Open packages of perishable or leftover foods were not [ labeled with date]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, D Food and Nutrition [SR]
Inspector notes
Specialist observed several items in the refrigerator that were opened and not properly labeled with the date. Provider labeled items with date during inspection. The Child Care Facility Handbook states on page 30: D. Opened packages of perishable or leftover food items must be properly covered or sealed in containers or bags, labeled with the date, and properly stored and discarded within seven calendar days.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
Official code
24-21
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
The facilitys refrigerator and/or freezer does not have an appropriate thermometer. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, F.1 Food and Nutrition [SR]
Report comments
There were no working thermometers in the refrigerator or chest freezer. Specailist provided two thermometers.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
Official code
24-23
Low concern: Administrative posting
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The facility's menu was not [ was not dated]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, H Food and Nutrition [SR]
Report comments
The facility menu did not have date. Provider dated menu. The Child Care Facility Handbook states on page 33: H. Meal and snack menus must be planned, written, dated, and posted at the beginning of each week in an easily seen place, accessible to the parents/guardians. Any menu substitutions must be noted on the menu. A generalized menu of possible snack choices for programs that receive food donations is acceptable. All meals and snacks prepared outside of the facilitys kitchen or designated food preparation area, such as catered food, must be listed along with the source. Daily meal and snack menus must be maintained for a minimum of 12 months for licensing purposes. Operat ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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FOOD AND NUTRITION - 26 - Meal and Snack Menus
Official code
26-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
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The Student Health Examination or equivalent health statement was not acceptable in that: [ It was not current (over two years old)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 Record Keeping [SR]
Report comments
One child had an expired student health exam. The Child Care Facility Handbook states on page 60: B. The Student Health Examination or the signed statement is valid for two years from the date the physical was performed. An up-to-date version must be on file for as long as the child is enrolled at the facility.
Correction status
Due by September 11, 2024
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RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
Official code
42-02
Low concern: Recordkeeping
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A signed statement from the custodial parent(s) or legal guardian(s) attesting that the facility had provided the department's Know Your Child Care Facility brochure was not on file for the child(ren). CCF Handbook, Section 7.3, C.1. Record Keeping [SR]
Inspector notes
Specialist observed that the provider's enrollment form was missing the signed statement that parents have received the Know Your Child Care Facility brochure. The Child Care Facility Handbook states on page 60: C. There shall be signed statements from the custodial parents or legal guardian that the child care facility has provided them with the following information: 1. The Departments child care facility brochure, CF/PI 175-24, Know Your Child Care Facility, which is incorporated by reference in 65C- 22.001(7)(m), F.A.C. This brochure may be obtained from the Departments website at www.myflfamilies.com/childcare. Local licensing agencies may use an equivalent brochure appr ... [truncated]
Supervision of children in the [3 and 4 year old] group was inadequate in that [the staff member left the classroom for about 10 minutes.]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 General Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
The director was not present at this facility during rest time. This counselor asked a staff member where the children's files were in order to review them. The staff member left the classroom to call the director and to find the children's files. This staff member was gone from her classroom for at least 10 minutes and was not in sight or hearing of the children. This counselor found this staff member in the director's office and informed her that she needed to go back to her classroom as she could not see or hear her children. The CCF Handbook states that during nap time,, child care personnel must be within sight and hearing of all of the children.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
Official code
04-01
Higher concern: Hazardous access
Report finding
Harmful items including cleaning supplies, flammable products, poisonous, toxic, and hazardous materials were accessible to children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B Physical Environment [SR]
Report comments
2 large containers of antibacterial wipes and 3 cans of lysol spray were on a cart in the 3 and 4 year old classroom. This counselor removed these harmful items from the classroom. The CCF Handbook states that all potentially harmful items, including cleaning supplies and toxic and hazardous materials must be stored in a locked area or must be inaccessible and out of the reach of the children.
During nap time, lighting was insufficient to visually observe and supervise children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.3.1, C Physical Environment [SR]
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There was insufficient lighting in the 2 year old classroom and the 1 year old classroom during naptime. The CCF Handbook states that during naptime, lighting must allow child care personnel to visually observe and supervise children. This counselor could not see the faces of the children in these classrooms.
Correction status
Due by May 15, 2024
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 14 - Lighting, Temperature, and Ventilation
Official code
14-03
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
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The facilitys outdoor play area contained litter, nails, glass or other hazards that posed a low potential for harm to children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A Physical Environment [SR]
Report comments
Playground area is poorly maintained. The grass and weeds need to be cut.
Correction status
Due by May 15, 2024
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
Official code
17-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
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Open packages of dried goods were not [ properly covered or sealed]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, E
Report comments
Opened dry goods such as snacks and cereal were stored in original containers/boxes. The CCF Handbook states that opened packages of dry goods must be properly covered/sealed, properly stored, and discarded according to the manufacturer recommended date or if the quality of the food has been compromised.. Not Monitored Comments This inspection was not conducted during meal or snack time.
Correction status
Due by May 15, 2024
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FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
Official code
24-22
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the 40 hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement. CCF Handbook Section 4.2.1
Report comments
The staff members mentioned on the attached supplemental form have not completed the required 45 hours of training.. The CCF Handbook states that child care personnel must successfully complete 40 hours of child care training as evidenced by successful completion of competency exams offered by the Department with a weighted score of 70 or better.
Correction status
Due by May 15, 2024
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TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-01
Low concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
The personnel/ volunteer (ten hours or more per month) record did not include a CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form signed annually. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, C Record Keeping [SR]
Report comments
The Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Forms were not available for review during this inspection. This form must be signed on or before the hire date and anually thereafter by all child care personnel.
Correction status
Due by May 15, 2024
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RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
Official code
44-04
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 Record Keeping [SR]
Report comments
Form 5131 was not in files for employees. The CCF Handbook states that each personnel record must have a completed CF-FSP Form 5131, background screening and personnel file requirements.
Correction status
Due by May 15, 2024
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RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
Official code
45-01
Higher concern: Background screening
Report finding
The Child Care Attestation of Good Moral Character was not completed at the time of initial screening or upon change in employers. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1, B
Report comments
The child care attestation of Good Moral Character was not completed and maintained in files for some employees. The CCF Handbook states that this attestation of good moral character must be completed for all child care personnel at the time of the initial screening or upon change in employers.
Correction status
Due by May 15, 2024
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RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
Official code
45-06
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
Report finding
The attendance roster did not accompany the group of children in that [Class rosters are not completed. Parent sign in is used for the daily classroom attendance.].CCF Handbook, Section 7.5, A
Report comments
Parents do sign their children in each day at the front entrance before entering the classrooms and include the time in. There is no attendance taken in the classrooms. The CCF Handbook states that the daily attendance of children must be taken and recorded accurately by the child care personnel, documenting the time when each child enters and departs the program. Each classroom must have an attendance sheet/class roster for the group of children occupying that space. This attendance sheet/roster must accompany the child care personnel and the group of children throughout the day if they leave the classroom. ENFORCEMENT
A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [4] children is required. A ratio of [2] child care personnel for [12] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. General Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
Upon arrival, this counselor observed 12 children in the care of 2 staff members. There was 1 infant present, 1 child that was 1 year of age, and 10 children were 2 years of age. The owner/ director was not present at the facility. The owner/director returned to the facility soon after counselor arrived putting the ratio back into compliance. Counselor reviewed ratio requirements with the owner/director to make sure they were understood. The Handbook states on page 12: 2.3 Ratios The staff-to-child ratio, as established in Section 402.305(4), F.S., is based on primary responsibility for the direct supervision of children and applies at all times while children are in care. 2. ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Ratio Sufficient
Official code
03-01
Higher concern: Hazardous access
Report finding
The facilitys storage of harmful items including cleaning supplies, flammable products, and poisonous, toxic and hazardous materials allowed access by children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B Physical Environment [SR]
Report comments
Febreze air freshener was found in a children's bathroom on the back of a toilet and disinfectant spray was found on the changing table. This counselor removed these items during this inspection. The Child Care Facility Handbook states on page 22: 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.
Child(ren) did not have a Florida Certification of Immunization (DH Form 680) or a Religious Exemption from Immunization (DH Form 681), on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1, B Record Keeping [SR]
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21 children are enrolled. the 2 children mentioned on the attached supplemental form, do not have current immunization forms on file. 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 680 and DH Form 681 may be obtained from the ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by January 19, 2024
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RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
Official code
41-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 Record Keeping [SR]
Report comments
The 2 children mentioned on the attached supplemental form have expired immunizations on file. The Childcare 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 680 and DH Form 681 may be obtained from the local county health department. Specific ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by January 19, 2024
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RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
Official code
41-02
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 Record Keeping [SR]
Report comments
The child mentioned on the attached supplemental form did not have a physical on file. 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 Student Health Examination form are included in the health examination. A. The Student Health Examinatio ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by January 19, 2024
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RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
Official code
42-01
Low concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
The facility did not have a fully-completed enrollment form (CF-FSP Form 5219) or equivalent form for the child(ren) in care. CCF Handbook, Section 7.3 Record Keeping [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
The children mentioned on the attached supplemental form did not have a fully-completed enrollment form on site. The Child Care Facility Handbook States on page 61: 7.3 Enrollment Information The facility operator shall obtain enrollment information from the childs custodial parent or legal guardian prior to accepting a child in care. This information shall be documented on CF-FSP Form 5219, Child Care Application for Enrollment, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(f), F.A.C., or an equivalent form that contains all the information required by the Department on CF-FSP Form 5219. CF- FSP Form 5219 may be obtained from the licensing authority or on the Departmen ... [truncated]
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
What is your current process for ensuring that cleaning supplies and other potentially harmful items are stored securely and kept out of reach of children?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records show that in past inspections, cleaning supplies were found in areas accessible to children. Asking about current storage practices helps parents understand how the facility maintains a secure environment.
Related violations
Finding-specific
Could you describe your routine for checking the condition of outdoor play equipment to ensure everything remains in good repair?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records show that equipment maintenance has been a repeated topic in reports from 2024 and 2026. This question helps parents understand the facility's ongoing approach to playground safety.
Context
A later clean inspection occurred on 2026-04-28.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you manage food inventory to ensure that all items in the refrigerator are fresh and properly labeled?
Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from April 2026 noted that some food items were found past their expiration date. This question allows the director to explain the current system for monitoring food freshness.
Context
The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps do you take to ensure that all staff members complete their required training hours on time?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records indicate that staff training completion has been noted in multiple inspections. Asking about this process helps parents understand how the center tracks and supports staff professional development.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you ensure that all required health and immunization records for children are kept current and complete?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection reports show that maintaining up-to-date health and immunization records has been a recurring area of focus. This question helps parents understand how the facility stays organized with essential student documentation.