Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 1.27
- Local median
- 0.5
Kid City USA Deland 2 Inc
238 S Amelia Ave, Deland, FL 32724
- License:
- C07VO0459
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 13, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, After School, Drop In, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care, Night Care, Transportation
- Hours:
- Mon-Thu: 6:00AM to 5:30PM; Fri: 6:00AM to 11:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 135
- License expiration:
- November 8, 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 inspectionJune 23, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsJune 23, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 22 available inspections for Kid City USA Deland 2 Inc from February 13, 2023 through June 23, 2026.
Nine inspections recorded violations, with 28 recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on June 17, 2026 and involved transportation, with a due date of June 26, 2026.
That higher-concern topic showed up in two inspections.
A later inspection showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether it was a formal follow-up.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 22
- Recorded violations
- 28
- Higher-concern violations
- 10
- Repeated topics
- 7
8 in last 12 months
12 in last 12 months
3 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
22 total inspections vs 14.5 local median in 32724
Compared to 10 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 32%
- Local median
- 14%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 41%
- Local median
- 29%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 7
- Local average
- 1.7
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Background screening
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 4 recorded violations.
February 14, 2024June 6, 2025July 30, 2025Health or food records
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
October 15, 2024January 27, 2026June 17, 2026Staff training
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 4 recorded violations.
February 14, 2024July 30, 2025October 2, 2025Equipment or readiness
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
January 27, 2026June 17, 2026Recordkeeping
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
July 30, 2025October 2, 2025Facility condition
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
February 29, 2024October 15, 2024Transportation
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
June 6, 2025June 17, 2026Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The facility's driver did not have [ An annual physical examination which grants medical approval to drive]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- Licensing specialist observed a driver for field trips did not have a valid physical examination. This facility is only transporting during summer months and using a van from another school the provider owns. This must be done by 6/26/2026. 2.5.1 Driver Requirements The driver of any vehicle used by a childcare program to provide transportation must have the following: A. A valid Florida drivers license including the proper endorsement; B. An annual physical examination which grants medical approval to drive, and valid certificate(s) of course completion for first aid training and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) procedures. Not Monitored Comments The van was on ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by June 26, 2026
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 06 - Driver's License, Physician Certification & First Aid/CPR Training
- Official code
- 06-01
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documentation of a fire extinguisher being properly maintained to include being serviced and retagged timely, and/or with a current certificate. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, B (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Licensing specialist observed all fire extinguisher in the building had expired tags. These are due to have a new date and tag by 6/26/2026. 3.8.2 Fire Safety B. Fire extinguishers with a minimum rating of 2A:10BC must be properly installed, serviced and maintained with current inspection tags at all times.
- Correction status
- Due by June 26, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-05
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Food equipment was not maintained and stored in a sanitary manner and out of the reach of children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.1, A.3. (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Licensing specialist observed the refrigerator has a leak inside. Water overflowed to the bottom of the refrigerator. Provider must have refrigerator repaired by 6/26/2026 3.9 Food Preparation/Food Service A. A food preparation area is required for facilities that choose to prepare food in a manner consistent with the definition of preparation of food. Specific requirements for the food preparation area include: 3. Food equipment maintained and stored in a sanitary manner and out of the reach of children.
- Correction status
- Due by June 26, 2026
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-05
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 [two moveable toy structures had missing pieces]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B and F (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- There were two small playground toys that were broken and had missing pieces. These were removed at time inspection. .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 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 moving parts. Documentation of maintena ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-03
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Food equipment was not maintained and stored in a sanitary manner and out of the reach of children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.1, A.3. Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Licensing specialist observed the refrigerator has a leak inside. Water is being collected in a plastic container and overflowed to the bottom of the refrigerator. Provider must have refrigerator repaired by 2/20/2026. 3.9 Food Preparation/Food Service 3.9.1 Food Preparation Area A food preparation area is a designated room, such as a kitchen, or a designated space in a facility not normally used or accessible to the children in daily operations for indoor play, classroom, work or nap spaces, and not included when calculating usable indoor floor space. A. A food preparation area is required for facilities that choose to prepare food in a manner consistent with the definition ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by February 20, 2026
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-05
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The ground cover or other protective surface under the [slides] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Licensing specialist observed fall zones were not properly kept, specifically under slides. Provider will replenish the much by 2/20/2026.
- Correction status
- Due by February 20, 2026
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-07
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Sleep safety
- Report finding
- Child/ren were placed in a crib, playpen, play yard or other sleeping and napping bedding with items that could pose a strangulation or suffocation risk. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.4, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Licensing specialist observed a crib with a loose fitted sheet. Provider removed at time of inspection. 3.6.4 Safe Sleep A. All personnel that care for infants must follow safe sleep practices as recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) as referenced in Caring for Our Children Basics Health and Safety Foundations for Early Care and Education, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(v), F.A.C. Cribs or playpens/play yards used for infants must have tight fitted sheets and no excess bedding, which includes but is not limited to bumper pads, hanging mobiles, quilts, comforters, receiving blankets, pillows, stuffed animals and cushions.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 20 - Crib Requirements
- Official code
- 20-06
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3)
- Inspector notes
- Licensing specialist observed one staff had not begun her required introductory courses within 90 days of employment. Employee must start courses by 10/17/2025. 4 Training Training requirements of this section do not apply to child care personnel who do not work directly with the children such as cooks, book keepers, and janitors who are considered other personnel. If at any time other personnel fill in for classroom child care personnel and are in direct care of the children, training is required. Child care personnel in compliance with the school-age requirements shall be considered in compliance with the child care personnel training requirements. 4.1 Beginning Training Ch ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by October 17, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-03
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Licensing specialist observed several student files with incomplete information, such as enrollment date. This is needed to determine grace periods for each child's files documentation. This is due to be completed by 10/17/2025. 7 Record Keeping Each of the records described in this section must be maintained at the program location and must be available during the hours of operation for review by the licensing authority: 38. A current child care application for enrollment, CF-FSP Form 5219 or equivalent, for each child enrolled at the facility.
- Correction status
- Due by October 17, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 43 - Enrollment Information
- Official code
- 43-02
No recorded violations in this report
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
- In reviewing staff credentials, one staff had not completed required 40-hour introduction courses. This is due to be completed by 9/26/2025. 4.2 Training Requirements 4.2.1 Mandated Introductory Training Childcare 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. Childcare 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. A. Part I Courses (30 Hours) Childcare per ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by September 26, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-01
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 Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- A staff members file was not available for review. This is due to be completed by 9/26/2025. 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 Requirements, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(l), F.A.C., must be signed on or before hire date and annually thereafter by all ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by September 26, 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 Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- A staff member had a missing and expired Clearinghouse Screening. This screening became eligible on 8/1/2025, before the closing of this report and is now resolved. 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. 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 ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-02
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The facility's transportation log did not include [signature of driver and second sweep signature. ]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.2 General Requirements [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- This licensing specialist reviewed a field trip log on the day of this inspection, and it did not have all of the required information or required signatures. Specialist will provide the correct transportation log for field trip going forward. Provider will provide a copy of a future field trip by 6.20.2025. 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 depar ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by June 20, 2025
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 05 - Transportation
- Official code
- 05-04
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 Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- While reviewing staff files, specialist observed a staff file did not have background screening documentation in the file for the licensing specialist to review. Provider will print and file by 6.20.2025. 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. C. A copy of the eligible results, for the Level 2 screening, generated from the Clearinghouse must be on recor ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by June 20, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-02
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- The sink and/or toilet was not maintained in good operating condition, clean and/or sanitized or disinfected. CCF Handbook, Section 3.7, I Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Specialist observed bathroom in the 4-year-old bathroom that the toilet had a missing seat and there were supplies to close to the toilet on shelves. Both 4-year-old and two's and three-year-old rooms had cabinets above toilets with exposed supplies. Cabinets need to close and reorganize to keep supplies in a safe condition and clean. Provider will reorganize and fix cabinets by 10/30/2024. 3.7 Restrooms and Bath Facilities I. Each toilet and sink must be maintained in good operating condition, cleaned and sanitized or disinfected as needed, but at least once per day. Sinks utilized for teeth brushing activities/procedures by the children must be sanitized prior to the activity occurring.
- Correction status
- Due by October 30, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 21 - Restrooms and Bath Facilities
- Official code
- 21-11
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 packages of cereal and pretzels were not properly dated after opening. Provider dated packages right away. Items were stored that same week, provider explained only one box is opened at a time and therefore had the proper dates according to purchase receipts. This was resolved at time of inspection. 3.9.2 Food Storage 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
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-21
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- The facility had an inadequate number of child care personnel appropriately trained in CPR to maintain coverage both on-site and on field trips. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4, B Health Requirements [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- Specialist observed during inspection only 2 staff had CPR/First Aid requirements and 3 are required at this time. There are 29 children enrolled. Provider set up training right away and said that at least 5 staff would have required training by end of week. This is due by 10/30/2024. 4.2.4 First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) B. By December 31, 2021, the facility shall maintain the following number of childcare personnel with the CPR certification and first aid training that are on site at the facility at all times children are in care. For childcare personnel to count to meet requirement in the below chart, they shall be childcare personnel assigned to provide ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by October 30, 2024
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 36 - CPR Requirements
- Official code
- 36-03
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- A health deficiency having a low potential for harm to the children in care was observed. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- A new teacher chose to feed toddler children pizza on plates sitting on the floor. The children were observed to have spilled the pizza to the floor and pick it back up. The new teacher was counseled and moved to a classroom with a co-teacher until she gains more experience. The Child Care Facility Handbook states on page 20:
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-03
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
- Report comments
- In reviewing staff files counselor found that there were 2 employees who had not started DCF trainings within 90 days. Trainings must be started by 2/29/2024. 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 from the date of emp ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by February 29, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-03
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility owner failed to notify the licensing authority within five working days of when the facility lost the credentialed director or when there was a change of director. CCF Handbook, Section 4.7, D. 1 and 2
- Report comments
- Upon arrival to do an inspection counselor asked to speak with the director and the owner stated the director had been let go approximately 6 weeks prior. Provider did not make this counselor aware until the date of inspection 2/14/2024. The owner is currently covering that role and has appropriate trainings and certifications. 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. A ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 34 - Credentialed Staff
- Official code
- 34-07
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 Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- In reviewing staff files, counselor observed that there were several files that did not have BGS documentation. Counselor did verify that staff had eligible screenings even though they werent printed and in the file. This is due to be in the file by 2/29/2024. 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. C. A copy of the eligible results, for the Level 2 scre ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by February 29, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-02
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- An employment history verification was not documented and on file. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, D
- Inspector notes
- In reviewing staff files counselor observed several files without reference checks. These are due by 2/29/2024. 5.1 Initial Screening A screening must be conducted as a condition of employment. The employer/owner/operator must review each employment application to assess the relevancy of any issue uncovered by the complete background screening, including any arrest, pending criminal charge, or conviction, and must use this information in employment decisions in accordance with state laws. D. The employer/owner/operator must conduct employment history checks, including documented attempts to contact each employer that employed the individual within the preceding five years, an ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by February 29, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-04
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- Attendance records did not include the time of each childs arrival and departure. CCF Handbook, Section 7.5 Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Counselor observed that there were several classrooms that did not have proper attendance rosters, ensuring times of arrival. Provider updated during inspection. 7.5 Daily Attendance Daily attendance of children must be taken and recorded accurately by the childcare personnel, documenting the time when each child enters and departs the program. A. Attendance devices used for the purposes of tracking attendance may be used, but personnel must ensure the accuracy of the documented attendance. Each classroom must have an attendance sheet/class roster for the group of children occupying that space. Attendance sheet/class roster must accompany the child care personnel and the grou ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 46 - Daily Attendance
- Official code
- 46-02
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
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 peeling paint on all metal structures such as slide structure, balance beam and children's benches. Counselor also observed slide structure to be quite deteriorated by the elements having peeling paint on wood surfaces and broken wood that can cause splinters.]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B and F Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Counselor observed on the playground that there was peeling paint on all metal structures such as slide structure, balance beam and children's benches. Counselor also observed slide structure to be quite deteriorated by the elements having peeling paint on wood surfaces and broken wood that can cause splinters. Provider will sand, a repaint and repair these structures by 7/14/2023. 3.12 Outdoor Equipment 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 ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by July 14, 2023
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-03
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- Inspections were not conducted and documented monthly of all supports, above and below the ground, all connectors, and moving parts. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B
- Inspector notes
- In reviewing facility required inspections, counselor observed that the physical environment log has not been updated since last inspection on 2/13/2023. Counselor reviewed and gave TA on importance of the inspections and the logs being updated. Counselor did an inspection with provider at time of inspection. 3.12 Outdoor Equipment 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 moving parts. Docume ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-04
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
- Counselor received an email on 4/13/2023 stating that current Director was no longer employed at this facility. This facility will be put on probation until 10/21/2023. A director must be in place to avoid further violations. 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. An applicant for the Director Credential must meet the requirements referenced in CFFSP Form 5290, Florid ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by October 21, 2023
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 34 - Credentialed Staff
- Official code
- 34-04
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility owner failed to notify the licensing authority within five working days of when the facility lost the credentialed director or when there was a change of director. CCF Handbook, Section 4.7, D. 1 and 2
- Report comments
- Counselor received an email on 4/13/2023 stating that current Director was no longer employed at this facility. Director last day of employment was 3/21/2023. Provider did not report timely. This facility will be put on probation until 10/21/2023. A director must be in place to avoid further violations. 4.7 Director Credential F. Child care facility owners must notify the licensing authority within five working days of when the facility loses a credentialed director or when there is a change of director. 1. The licensing authority will then issue a provisional license for a period not to exceed six months for any facility without a credentialed director. 2. The provisional li ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 34 - Credentialed Staff
- Official code
- 34-07
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- An employment history verification was not documented and on file. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, D
- Report comments
- In reviewing staff files counselor found that no reference checks were completed for three staff. This is due to be completed by 7/14/2023. 5 Background Screening 5.1 Initial Screening A screening must be conducted as a condition of employment. The employer/owner/operator must review each employment application to assess the relevancy of any issue uncovered by the complete background screening, including any arrest, pending criminal charge, or conviction, and must use this information in employment decisions in accordance with state laws. D. The employer/owner/operator must conduct employment history checks, including documented attempts to contact each employer that employed ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by July 14, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-04
No recorded violations in this report
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 explain the process for ensuring all drivers have current physical examinations and required certifications before they transport children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from a June 2026 inspection indicate that a driver did not have the required annual physical examination on file. Asking about this process helps families understand how the center maintains compliance with driver requirements.
- Context
- The facility was noted as needing to address this by 6/26/2026.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps does the center take to ensure that all cribs and sleeping areas are consistently set up according to current safe sleep guidelines?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from October 2025 noted a concern regarding items in a crib that could pose a safety risk. This question helps parents learn about the center's daily routines for maintaining a safe sleep environment.
- Context
- The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection.
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Finding-specific
How does the center manage and verify that all staff background screening documentation is complete and up-to-date?
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- Why ask this
- Available inspection records show multiple instances between 2024 and 2025 where background screening documentation was missing or incomplete for personnel. This question allows the provider to explain their current record-keeping practices for staff files.
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What is the center's current procedure for maintaining and documenting the safety of outdoor play equipment?
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- Why ask this
- Public records from 2026 indicate concerns regarding the maintenance of playground equipment and protective surfaces. This question helps parents understand how the center conducts routine safety checks for the play areas.
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How do you ensure that all staff members complete their required introductory training within the expected timeframes after being hired?
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- Why ask this
- An official inspection report shows that training documentation for staff has been a recurring topic of concern in previous years. Asking this helps parents understand how the center tracks and prioritizes professional development for new employees.
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