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Leaders OF Excellence Academy Inc.

2608 Pioneer Rd, Orlando, FL 32808

License:
C09OR0999
Type:
Child Care Facility
Status:
Licensed
Records checked:
July 12, 2026
Additional info
Programs and services:
School Readiness, VPK, After School, Before School, Drop In, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care, Night Care, Weekend Care
Hours:
Mon-Fri: 12:00AM to 11:59PM; Sat: 7:00AM to 3:00PM; Sun: Closed
Capacity:
29
License expiration:
March 11, 2027
Typical cost: $1,235 - $1,343 (Under 1)
Child’s age

$1,235 - $1,343/mo

Median daily rate: $57.00 - $62.00

Official Florida Division of Early Learning Orange County data.

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Inspection snapshot

Questions worth asking

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Latest inspectionJune 2, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsFebruary 17, 2026

Summary

This summary covers 21 available inspections for Leaders OF Excellence Academy Inc. from February 17, 2023 through June 2, 2026.

12 inspections recorded violations, with 37 recorded violations in total.

The most recent recorded violation was on June 2, 2026 and involved emergency preparedness.

Attendance accountability was a higher-concern topic that showed up in one inspection.

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

At a glance

Total inspections
21

4 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
37

8 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
6

0 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
4

Last 36 months

Local comparison

21 total inspections vs 11 local median in 32808

Compared to 62 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
1.76
Local median
0.62

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
19%
Local median
11%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
57%
Local median
31%

Repeated topics

This provider
4
Local average
1.21

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.

Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
Report finding
The facility did not have a fire extinguisher with a minimum rating of 2A10BC available in the food preparation area. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, B (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
Report comments
The fire extinguisher present in the food preparation area expired in December of 2014. An up-to-date extinguisher from another room was used to replace it.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
Official code
23-03
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
A three compartment sink (or two compartment sink plus portable compartment receptacle) used for ware washing and sanitization was not utilized properly in that [the sanitisation compartment was located in the rinsing basin of the sink.]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.4, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
Report comments
The sink lacked a dedicated section for sanitisation. The sanitisation compartment was being stored in the rinsing basin. Staff was instructed to separate and label the two sections. Resolved at time of inspection.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
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SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 29 - Health and Sanitation
Official code
29-14
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Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The frame of the [Tree house] was not securely anchored in the ground or stationary by design. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
Inspector notes
Licensing Specialist observed tree house in playground area not anchored to the ground.
Correction status
Due by March 17, 2026
More details
Report section
SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
Official code
32-02
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The ground cover or other protective surface under the [Tree house and Swing Set] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
Inspector notes
Licensing Specialist reviewed playground and observed insufficient amount of mulch or protective ground barrier in fall zones.
Correction status
Due by March 17, 2026
More details
Report section
SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
Official code
32-07
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
Child care personnel, including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the required in-service training during the states fiscal year beginning July 1 and ending June 30. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.7 (Section 3.3, Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Training [SR]
Report comments
License specialist reviewed employees with insufficient hours for in service
Correction status
Due by March 17, 2026
More details
Report section
TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-07
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
License specialist review childrens file with missing immunization.
Correction status
Due by March 17, 2026
More details
Report section
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
Report comments
Licensing specialist reviewed expired immunization form in childs file.
Correction status
Due by March 17, 2026
More details
Report section
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
Report comments
Licensing Specialist review missing form DH3040 in childs file.
Correction status
Due by March 17, 2026
More details
Report section
RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
Official code
42-01
Higher concern: Hazardous access
Report finding
The facility did not have documentation of approval from the local governing body to verify compliance for structural modifications made to an existing facility or new building. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, F Physical Environment [SR]
Report comments
Physical log not available to review at time of inspection. Facility completed a new log for the month of June and July at time of inspection. 3 Physical Environment Children are much more susceptible to the adverse effects of environmental factors, materials and toxicants. It is imperative that the child care environment is conducive to the healthy development of children. 3.1 General Health and Safety Requirements A. All child care facilities must be clean, in good repair, free from health and safety hazards and from evidence of, or presence of, vermin infestation. Indoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety and documented on a daily inspection log ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
Official code
12-17
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 [April, May and June 2025]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.4, A Physical Environment [SR]
Report comments
The last fire drill was conducted on March 4th, 2025 at 10am. 3.8.4 Fire Drills A. During the facilitys license year, fire drills utilizing the alarm system, approved by the local fire authority, must be conducted monthly at various dates and times when children are in care.
Correction status
Due by August 10, 2025
More details
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
Official code
23-06
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
Child care personnel working in the food preparation area did not use disposable gloves, utensils or similar items to prevent bare hand contact with ready-to-eat foods. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.1, B Food and Nutrition [SR]
Report comments
At time of inspection, childcare personnel preparing food, did not wear gloves when handling the food. 3.9.5 Food Handling Gloves/Utensils Not Used Child care personnel working in the food preparation area did not use disposable gloves, utensils or similar items to prevent bare hand contact with ready-to-eat foods. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.1, B
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
Official code
24-14
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 Record Keeping [SR]
Report comments
2 students had no record of immunization: 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 immunization requirements are included and detailed in the most current edition of the Immunization Gu ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by August 10, 2025
More details
Report section
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 5 students records contain expired immunization: 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 immunization requirements are included and detailed in the most current edition of the Immu ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by August 10, 2025
More details
Report section
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
One student did not have a record of Physical Evaluation form in their file. 7.2 Student Health Records The childcare 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 Examination shall be completed by a person given statutory authority to p ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by August 10, 2025
More details
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RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
Official code
42-01
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
3 personnel did not have CF-FSP 5337 on file. 7.4 Personnel Records 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 Child Care Facility Handbook Page | 62 hire date and annually thereafter by all child care personnel.
Correction status
Due by August 10, 2025
More details
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RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
Official code
44-04
Low concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
A Volunteer Acknowledgement (Form CF-FSP 5217) was not on file prior to volunteering. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, F Record Keeping [SR]
Report comments
License specialist reviewed 3 volunteer personnel did not have form CF-FSP 5217on file. 7.4 Personnel Records F. Prior to beginning volunteering in a child care facility, a CF-FSP 5217, Volunteer Acknowledgment which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(e), F.A.C., and may be obtained from the Departments website www.myflfamilies.com/childcare, must be completed and on file at the child care facility for the volunteer. Written documentation of volunteer hours must be maintained at the facility for a minimum of 12 months and available for review by the licensing authority.
Correction status
Due by August 10, 2025
More details
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RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
Official code
44-05
Low concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
The facility failed to maintain written documentation for the number of hours a volunteer worked. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, F Record Keeping [SR]
Report comments
License specialist reviewed 3 volunteer personnel did not have volunteer log on file. F. Prior to beginning volunteering in a child care facility, a CF-FSP 5217, Volunteer Acknowledgment which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(e), F.A.C., and may be obtained from the Departments website www.myflfamilies.com/childcare, must be completed and on file at the child care facility for the volunteer. Written documentation of volunteer hours must be maintained at the facility for a minimum of 12 months and available for review by the licensing authority.
Correction status
Due by August 10, 2025
More details
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RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
Official code
44-06
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
Report finding
Child care personnel failed to ensure arrival and departure times were complete and accurate at the time of arrival or departure. CCF Handbook, Section 7.5, B Record Keeping [SR]
Inspector notes
License specialist observed 1 student was not on the daily attendance roster. The childcare personnel completed the roster at time of inspection. 7.5 Daily Attendance 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. 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 group of children t ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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RECORD KEEPING - 46 - Daily Attendance
Official code
46-03
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
Report finding
The attendance roster did not accompany the group of children in that [ for Infant and Two year old ].CCF Handbook, Section 7.5, A Record Keeping [SR]
Inspector notes
License specialist observed attendance log for Infant and Two-year-old were not with childcare personnel during outside time. The attendance logs were inside the facility. 7.5 Daily Attendance Attendance sheet/class roster must accompany the child care personnel and the group of children throughout the day should they leave the classroom. ENFORCEMENT
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
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RECORD KEEPING - 46 - Daily Attendance
Official code
46-07
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
Inspector notes
During inspection the specialist noticed that director's credentials were expired (2/19/2025). Nonetheless, the director still had active staff credentials during operations. Thus, the facility still had at least one childcare personnel with active credentials during operations
Correction status
Due by September 7, 2025
More details
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TRAINING - 34 - Credentialed Staff
Official code
34-04
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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]
Report comments
Kitchen fire extinguisher was last tagged in 2008.
Correction status
Due by December 4, 2024
More details
Report section
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
Official code
23-05
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
One file with missing document.
Correction status
Due by December 4, 2024
More details
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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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
Report comments
One file with expired document.
Correction status
Due by December 4, 2024
More details
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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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
Report comments
One file with missing document.
Correction status
Due by December 4, 2024
More details
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RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
Official code
42-01
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
Report comments
One personnel with expired document.
Correction status
Due by December 4, 2024
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RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
Official code
44-04
Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
Report finding
A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [4] children is required. A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [17] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. General Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
1 staff member observed in infant room with 3 infants and 1 toddler to meet ratio of 1:4 infants 0 staff members were observed at inspection for the school age children (9 children) 0 Staff members were observed at inspection for the 2/3 year old children (4 children) An additional staff member and director/owner returned during inspection to meet ratio compliance. Ratios at conclusion of inspection: 1:4 (Infant) 1:9 (school age) 1:4 (2 yrs/3yrs)
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Ratio Sufficient
Official code
03-01
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
The toileting facility did not have: [ soap] , and within the reach of children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.7, H (Section 10.6, number 7) Physical Environment [SR]
Report comments
Completed at the time of the inspection. Soap was added to the restroom.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 21 - Restrooms and Bath Facilities
Official code
21-14
Low concern: Administrative posting
Report finding
The license was not posted in a conspicuous place within the facility. s.402.3125(1)(a), F.S.
Inspector notes
Counselor observed that the probationary license was not posted.
Correction status
Due by June 16, 2023
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 01 - License Displayed/Citation Posted/Advertising
Official code
01-01
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
Report finding
The facility did not have a current and approved annual fire safety inspection by the local fire authority. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, A Physical Environment [SR]
Report comments
The facility will be placed back into compliance with submission of approved Current Fire Safety inspection from the fire department.
Correction status
Due by June 2, 2023
More details
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
Official code
23-02
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 facility will be placed back into compliance with submission of current form to the department for review. See name in supplemental.
Correction status
Due by June 2, 2023
More details
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RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
Official code
41-02
Higher concern: Background screening
Report finding
An employment history verification was not documented and on file. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, D
Report comments
The facility will be placed back into compliance with the submission of required employment history to the department for review.
Correction status
Due by June 2, 2023
More details
Report section
RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
Official code
45-04
View official report
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
Report finding
The facility did not have a current and approved annual fire safety inspection by the local fire authority. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, A Physical Environment [SR]
Report comments
The facility will be placed back into compliance with the submission of required approved fire inspection from the local fire authority.
Correction status
Due by April 12, 2023
More details
Report section
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
Official code
23-02
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
Report finding
The facility did not have a current and approved annual fire safety inspection by the local fire authority. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, A (Section 14.2, number 1) Physical Environment [SR]
Report comments
The facility will be placed back into compliance with the submission of current Fire safety inspection from the local fire authority approved with no violations.
Correction status
Due by March 23, 2023
More details
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
Official code
23-02
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 (Section 19.2, number 2) Record Keeping [SR]
Report comments
The facility will be placed back into compliance with the submission of required Florida Certificate of Immunization to the department for review.
Correction status
Due by April 7, 2023
More details
Report section
RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
Official code
41-02
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 (Section 19.4, number 3) Record Keeping [SR]
Report comments
Completed at the time of the inspection signed during the inspection by staff.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
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RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
Official code
44-04
Higher concern: Background screening
Report finding
An employment history verification was not documented and on file. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, D
Report comments
The facility will be placed back into compliance with the submission of required employment history verification to the department for review. See employee names in supplemental.
Correction status
Due by April 7, 2023
More details
Report section
RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
Official code
45-04
View official 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
Inspector notes
Counselor observed one child care personnel did not complete the required 40 hour training.
Correction status
Due by March 17, 2023
More details
Report section
TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-01

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 describe the process for ensuring that all facility structural modifications are properly documented and approved?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records show an instance where documentation for structural modifications was not available during an inspection. Asking this helps clarify how the facility maintains compliance with building and safety standards.
Related violations
Finding-specific

What steps does the center take to ensure that fire extinguishers are regularly inspected, maintained, and ready for use in all areas?

Why ask this
Why ask this
The available inspection records show that fire extinguisher maintenance has been a repeated topic across multiple reports. This question helps understand the current process for keeping safety equipment up to date.
Related violations
Finding-specific

How do you ensure that all children's health and immunization records are kept current and complete for every student?

Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report indicates that maintaining current immunization and health records has been a recurring challenge. This question helps clarify the administrative procedures used to track these important documents.
Related violations
Finding-specific

What is your process for ensuring that all staff members complete their required annual in-service training hours?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records show that staff training and credentialing have been noted in past inspections. This question helps parents understand how the facility supports ongoing staff development and compliance.
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General question

How does the center manage daily cleaning and sanitation routines, especially in areas where food is prepared?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Understanding the daily sanitation routines helps parents feel confident about the cleanliness of the environment where their children eat and play. This is a standard part of assessing a facility's commitment to health and safety.