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Kids Cabana Learning Center Of Volusia County LLC

949 Beville Rd Bldg A, South Daytona, FL 32119

License:
C07VO0454
Type:
Child Care Facility
Status:
Licensed
Records checked:
July 13, 2026
Additional info
Programs and services:
School Readiness, VPK, Drop In, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care
Hours:
Mon-Fri: 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
Capacity:
88
License expiration:
September 14, 2026
Typical cost: $1,083 - $1,231 (Under 1)
Child’s age

$1,083 - $1,231/mo

Median daily rate: $50.00 - $56.80

Official Florida Division of Early Learning Volusia 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 inspectionApril 28, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsJanuary 29, 2026

Summary

This summary covers 23 available inspections for Kids Cabana Learning Center Of Volusia County LLC from April 12, 2023 through April 28, 2026.

12 inspections recorded violations, with 30 recorded violations in total.

The most recent recorded violation was on April 28, 2026 and involved incident records.

Supervision was a higher-concern topic that showed up in four inspections.

The available reports do not include a later inspection with no recorded violations after that violation.

At a glance

Total inspections
23

11 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
30

16 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
11

7 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
8

Last 36 months

Local comparison

23 total inspections vs 13.5 local median in 32119

Compared to 8 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
1.3
Local median
0.38

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
30%
Local median
8%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
52%
Local median
15%

Repeated topics

This provider
8
Local average
1.63

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.

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Medium concern: Incident records
Report finding
Child care personnel failed to document an accident or incident on the day that it occurred. CCF Handbook, Section 6.4, A Health Requirements [SR]
Report comments
There was not an accident/incident report completed the day of the incident. The director completed an accident/incident form with all elements present including the parent signature while specialist was on site for this complaint investigation. The Child Care Facility Handbook states on pages 55-56: Accident/Incident Notification A. All accidents and incidents or unusual occurrences that are threatening to the health, safety, or welfare of a child that occur while the child is in care must be documented on the same day they occur. B. This documentation must be shared with the custodial parent or legal guardian on the date of occurrence. C. Documentation must include the name ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 39 - Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation
Official code
39-03
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
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 a package of hot dogs and bag of hamburger patties that were opened and not labeled. Director labeled both packages. The food was opened and used this week. 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
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Medium concern: Incident records
Report finding
Child care personnel failed to document an accident or incident on the day that it occurred. CCF Handbook, Section 6.4, A Health Requirements [SR]
Report comments
Specialist reviewed 2 accident/incident reports that were not completed with all elements on the day that the incidents occurred. The director completed new accident/incident forms with all elements present including the parents signature. The Child Care Facility Handbook states on pages 55-56: Accident/Incident Notification A. All accidents and incidents or unusual occurrences that are threatening to the health, safety, or welfare of a child that occur while the child is in care must be documented on the same day they occur. B. This documentation must be shared with the custodial parent or legal guardian on the date of occurrence. C. Documentation must include the name of th ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 39 - Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation
Official code
39-03
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Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
Report finding
A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [15] children is required. A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [20 ] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. General Requirements [SR]
Report comments
One teacher was left in a room with 12 3-year-olds and 8 4-year-oilds, while the second teacher left the room to answer the door. After answering the door, the teacher returned to the classroom. The Child Care Facility 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. 2.3.1 Mixed Age Groups A. In groups of mixed age ranges, where children under one year of age are included, one child care personnel must be responsible for no more than four children of any age group, at all times. B. In groups ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Ratio Sufficient
Official code
03-01
Higher concern: Supervision
Report finding
Children were left unattended while being diapered or when changing clothes and/or a safety strap or harness was used on the diaper changing table/surface. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, F General Requirements [SR]
Report comments
The teacher left the child on the diaper changing table as she opened the door to let the mother in. The mother removed the child from the diaper changing table. The Child Care Facility Handbook states on page 37: F. Children must be directly attended at all times when being diapered or when changing clothes. Child care personnel must not leave children unattended on a table or countertop. A safety strap or harness must not be used on the diaper changing table/surface
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
Official code
04-16
Higher concern: Sleep safety
Report finding
The facility did not have an adequate number of cribs, portable cribs or playpens with sides for the number of children up to one- year old in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.3 Physical Environment [SR]
Report comments
Two infants were laying on a quilted blanket on the floor. One child was asleep on its stomach, and the other child was awake on its back. A third infants was in a bouncy chair. While there were an adequate number of cribs, the teacher decided to allow the sleeping child to sleep on the quilted blanket on the floor. The teacher moved the child to a crib during this inspection. The Child Care Facility Handbook states on page 25: 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 pl ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 20 - Crib Requirements
Official code
20-02
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 Food and Nutrition [SR]
Report comments
In the infant room, two used bottles were found with no labels. Teacher labeled the bottles during this investigation. 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
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FOOD AND NUTRITION - 28 - Bottles, Breastmilk, Formula and Infant Food
Official code
28-02
Medium concern: Incident records
Report finding
Child care personnel failed to document an accident or incident on the day that it occurred. CCF Handbook, Section 6.4, A Health Requirements [SR]
Report comments
The Incident/accident report was not written on the day of the incident and was not given to the parent or signed by the parent. The director wrote the incident/accident report the day after the incident. The child is no longer attending. The Child Care Facility Handbook states on pages 55-56: 6.4 Accident/Incident Notification A. All accidents and incidents or unusual occurrences that are threatening to the health, safety, or welfare of a child that occur while the child is in care must be documented on the same day they occur. B. This documentation must be shared with the custodial parent or legal guardian on the date of occurrence. C. Documentation must include the name of ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 39 - Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation
Official code
39-03
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Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
Child Care personnel, who were not in compliance with training requirements when they left the industry, did not complete required training and any new mandated training before returning to the industry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.3, B Training [SR]
Report comments
Specialist reviewed 9 staff files. 2 staff members have not completed mandated training. The Child Care Facility Handbook states on page 43: B. In the event an individual leaves the child care industry not in compliance with the training requirements and returns to the industry either at the same or a different child care facility, he or she must comply with the training requirements described in this section, as well as any new training requirements that may have been added during the gap in employment in the child care industry prior to re- employment.
Correction status
Due by January 30, 2026
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TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-05
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Higher concern: Child guidance
Report finding
Child care personnel did not comply with the facility's written disciplinary and expulsion policies. CCF Handbook, Section 2.8, B General Requirements [SR]
Report comments
A staff person reported that one of the teachers was not following the Discipline Policy established by the facility and provided to the parents. The Designated Representative will verbally review the policy with the teacher and have her sign the policy to place in her staff file. The Child Care Facility Handbook states on page 19: 2.8 Child Discipline A. The child care facility shall adopt a discipline policy consistent with Section 402.305(12), F.S., including standards that prohibit children from being subjected to discipline which is severe, humiliating, frightening, or associated with food, rest, or toileting. Spanking or any other form of physical punishment is prohibit ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by October 10, 2025
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 11 - Child Discipline
Official code
11-03
Higher concern: Sleep safety
Report finding
A minimum distance of 18'' was not maintained between each napping/sleeping space. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.2, C Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
Specialist observed that the cots were not 18 inches apart. The teacher moved them in the presence of the specialist. The Child Care Facility Handbook states on page 25: C. A minimum of 18 inches must be maintained around individual napping and sleeping spaces. A maximum of two sides of a napping or sleeping space may be against a solid barrier, such as the wall. The solid side of a crib does not meet the requirements for a solid barrier.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 19 - Nap/Sleep Space Requirements
Official code
19-02
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
Soiled or wet diapers, clothing, or linens were not changed immediately. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
Report comments
A child sustained a rash due to a pull up being left on without changing when soiled. The child no longer attends the facility. The facility is now using a sharpie and marking the actual diaper or pull up with the time it was changed at each diaper change. The Child Care Facility Handbook states on page 37: 3.10.2 Diapering Requirements H. There must be a supply of clean diapers, clothing, and linens at all times. I. When diapers, clothing or linens that are being used become soiled or wet, they are to be changed immediately and properly disposed. J. Soiled or wet disposable diapers must be disposed of in a plastic lined, securely covered container that is not accessible to t ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
Official code
30-09
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Higher concern: Supervision
Report finding
Supervision of children in the [3 years and up] group was inadequate in that [2 children were left in the bathroom unsupervised.]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
Specialist observed 2 three year old children alone in the restroom unsupervised. The restroom is in the hallway. The director stood in the doorway of her classroom so that she could see the children in the restroom until they returned to their class. Technical assistance was given regarding the need for an extra staff member that can accompany children into the restrooms since they are not inside the classrooms and easily supervised. The Child Care Facility Handbook states on page 13: H. Children must receive supervision and care in accordance with their age and required needs and be accounted for at all times while bathing or toileting.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
Official code
04-01
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 [paint is chipping on 3 peices of equipment.]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B and F (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
Specialist observed equipment on the playground that had chipping paint on 3 pieces of equipment. Xylophone - The frame paint is chipping. School bus frame - paint is chipping. Bike merry-go-round - paint is chipping. Equipment needs to be repainted by September 8, 2025. The Child Care Facility Handbook states on page 38: 3.12 Outdoor Equipment A. A child care facility must provide and maintain enough usable equipment suitable to each childs age and development and of a quantity for each to be involved in activities. B. All playground equipment must be securely anchored, unless portable or stationary by design, in good repair, maintained in safe and sanitary condition, and pl ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by September 8, 2025
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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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
Report comments
Specialist reviewed all 34 children files. 3 children files were out of date. One child was not present, the parents were all called and the children will not return until the immunization forms are up to date. 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 p ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
Official code
41-01
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
Report comments
Specialist reviewed all 7 staff files. Three staff members did not have the 5131 Forms completed and in their files. Director completed forms while specialist was still present. The Child Care Facility Handbook states on page 62: A. Each personnel record must have a completed CF-FSP Form 5131, Background Screening and Personnel File Requirements, which is incorporated by reference.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
Official code
45-01
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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]
Inspector notes
Specialist observed a spray bottle with bleach int it left on a desk in reach of children. When pointed out the teacher removed the spray bottle stored it in a cabinet out of reach of the children.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 13 - Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons
Official code
13-03
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
Report finding
During the facilitys licensure year, fire drills utilizing the approved alarm system were not conducted monthly at various dates and times when children were in care [since February 27, 2025.]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.4, A Physical Environment [SR]
Report comments
The Specialist reviewed the fire drill log. The last fire drill was on February 27, 2025. 7 staff and 51 children participated. The Specialist was not able to conduct a fire drill at the time of inspection. The Specialist has given the provider until April 30, 2025, to conduct a fire drill. The provider will advise the specialist when the fire drill has been conducted.
Correction status
Due by April 30, 2025
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
Official code
23-06
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
Items unrelated to diaper changing were stored in the diaper changing area or placed on the diaper changing table/surface. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, G Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
Inspector notes
Specialist observed the attendance log on the diapering surface. Specialist pointed out the attendance log to the Designated Representative who removed the attendance log for the diapering surface.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
Official code
30-07
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Higher concern: Supervision
Report finding
Children did not receive supervision as required by their age or required needs while toileting or bathing. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4.1, H General Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
Specialist and Early Learning Coalition representative observed a child left in a restroom without supervision. Specialist waited until the child was finished and returned to the classroom. Teacher was made aware that the child needs to be accompanied to the bathroom. The Child Care Facility handbook states on page 13: H. Children must receive supervision and care in accordance with their age and required needs and be accounted for at all times while bathing or toileting.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
Official code
04-15
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
Specialist had been notified timely by the facility that they had lost their director. They are currently on a provisional license. The Child Care Facility Handbook states on page 47: A. Each child care facility must have a credentialed director who is on-site a majority of hours, excluding weekends and evening hours that the facility is in operation. Documentation of majority of hours must be maintained and available for review by the licensing authority.
Correction status
Due by August 19, 2025
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TRAINING - 34 - Credentialed Staff
Official code
34-04
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Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
The diapering area was not physically separated from the food preparation, service or feeding area. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, D Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
Inspector notes
Specialist observed that while the diaper changing pad itself had been removed from the table the diaper changing table service was being used to rest the infant solid foods on and teacher was feeding the children from there. Food was removed at the time of inspection. The Child Care Facility Handbook states on page 37: D. The diaper changing area must be physically separated from the food preparation, food service, and feeding area.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
Official code
30-04
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
Diaper changing occurred on a surface that was not impermeable. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, E Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
Inspector notes
Specialist observed a cloth changing mat cover in the one-year-old room. It was removed while specialist was in the room. The Child Care Facility Handbook states on page 37: E. When children in diapers are in care, there must be a diaper changing area with an impermeable surface that is cleaned and sanitized or disinfected after each use.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
Official code
30-06
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The ground cover or other protective surface under the [two slides and rocking bus] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
Inspector notes
Specialist observed that there was insufficient mulch under the two slide structures and the rocking bus on the playground. The Child Care Facility Handbook states on page 39: 1. If the ground cover in place is loose ground cover (such as, but not limited to: mulch, shredded rubber chips, or sand) a minimum of 6 inches in depth is required in the use zone. Asphalt, concrete, hard packed dirt, hay, grass or leaves are unsuitable for use in the use zone area.
Correction status
Due by January 31, 2025
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SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
Official code
32-07
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
The facility did not have documentation to show child care personnel had begun the introductory training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.1
Inspector notes
Specialist observed that one teacher had not started the introductory training within 90 days of beginning in the industry. The Child Care Facility Handbook states on page 39: 4.1 Beginning Training Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month must begin training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry and successfully complete Departments training within 12 months from the date training begins. Training taken prior to employment in the child care industry does not constitute begin training. The begin training timeframes begin at the time of employment in the child care industry. Training completion may not exceed 15 months fro ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by January 31, 2025
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TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-03
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
The facility did not have documented proof that all child care personnel were trained and knowledgeable within 30 days of date of hire in [ safe sleep practices and shaken baby syndrome]. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.3 and 4.2.5 Training [SR]
Inspector notes
Specialist observed that one staff member had not completed safe sleep within 30 days of hire. The Child Care Facility Handbook states on page 41: 4.2.3 Safe Sleep/ Shaken Baby Syndrome Training All child care personnel who work in a facility that offers care to infants must have training regarding guidance on safe sleep practices, preventing shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma; recognition of signs and symptoms of shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma; strategies for coping with crying, fussing, or distraught child and the development and vulnerabilities of the brain in infancy in early childhood within 30 days of hire at the facility. For child care personne ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by January 31, 2025
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TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-09
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]
Inspector notes
Specialist observed that one child who had enrolled on 10/28/2024 did not have a Student Health Exam on file. The Child Care Facility Handbook states on page 60: 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 Studen ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by January 31, 2025
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RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
Official code
42-01
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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 classroom drawers that were not locked contained lysol spray and diaper cream. These items were removed at the time of this inspection. The CCF Handbook states that hazardous materials must not be accessible to the children in care. The items were removed during this inspection.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 13 - Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons
Official code
13-03
Higher concern: Supervision
Report finding
Supervision of children in the [3] group was inadequate in that [a child fell off of a changing table.]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 General Requirements [SR]
Report comments
A 3 year old child at this facility, who was not potty trained, was taken to the infant room to be changed. The child was put on the changing table used for the younger children and fell off of the table, breaking her collar bone. This high changing table should not be used for older children and the changing mat should fit securely on the table with the child securely strapped. The CCF Handbook states that child care personnel must position themselves so that all children can be directly supervised.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
Official code
04-01
Medium concern: Incident records
Report finding
Child care personnel failed to share the accident/incident form with the custodial parent/ legal guardian or the individual authorized to pick up child on the day that the incident occurred. CCF Handbook, Section 6.4, B & D Health Requirements [SR]
Report comments
A 3 year old child fell off of a changing table on 4/28/2023. The staff member failed to notify administration or the parents of the incident. On 4/30/2023, the child's parent contacted the program director to notify her that her child had a broken collar bone and it happened at the child care center. The program director attempted to get a signature on an incident report on 5/1/2023. The parent refused to sign the report. The CCF Handbook states that documentation must be shared with the custodial parent or legal guardian on the date of occurrence.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 39 - Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation
Official code
39-04

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 ensuring infants are always placed in cribs for nap time?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records show an instance where an infant was not placed in a crib for nap time. This question helps parents understand the current practices in place to ensure safe sleep environments for all infants.
Context
Corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific

How do you maintain appropriate staff-to-child ratios throughout the day, especially when teachers need to step away to answer the door or assist in other areas?

Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report noted a time when staffing ratios were not met. This question helps parents understand how the center manages supervision and staffing levels during transitions.
Context
Corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific

What steps are taken to ensure children are always directly supervised while being changed or using the restroom?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records show multiple instances where supervision during diapering or toileting was not maintained. This question helps parents understand the current protocols used to keep children attended at all times.
Related violations
Finding-specific

How do you ensure that all cleaning supplies and hazardous materials are stored securely and out of reach of children at all times?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records indicate past concerns regarding the accessibility of cleaning supplies. This question helps parents understand the current storage practices and safety checks in place.
Related violations
Finding-specific

What is your process for documenting and sharing accident or incident reports with parents on the same day they occur?

Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report identified a pattern of delays in documenting and sharing incident reports. This question helps parents understand how the center ensures timely communication regarding their child's care.
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