Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 2.03
- Local median
- 1.54
Eagle’s Nest Early Learning Center Of Avon Park, Inc.
199 N Anoka Ave, Avon Park, FL 33825
- License:
- C10HI0056
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 14, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, After School, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 54
- License expiration:
- August 23, 2026
Typical cost: $953 - $993 (Under 1)
Child’s age
$953 - $993/mo
Median daily rate: $44.00 - $45.84
Official Florida Division of Early Learning Highlands County data.
Not this provider’s price.
Inspection snapshot
Recent higher-concern violation
At least one higher-concern violation appears in the last 12 months.
Next: Read reports, examine repeated topics below, look at the broader history, and ask what changed afterward.
Latest inspectionMay 12, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMay 12, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 34 available inspections for Eagle’s Nest Early Learning Center Of Avon Park, Inc. from January 6, 2023 through May 12, 2026.
17 inspections recorded violations, with 69 recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on April 7, 2026 and involved facility condition, with a due date of May 6, 2026.
Background screening was a higher-concern topic that showed up in seven 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
- 34
- Recorded violations
- 69
- Higher-concern violations
- 20
- Repeated topics
- 8
5 in last 12 months
7 in last 12 months
1 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
34 total inspections vs 0 local median in 33825
Compared to 15 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 29%
- Local median
- 28%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 50%
- Local median
- 48%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 8
- Local average
- 2.93
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 7 inspections, with 10 recorded violations.
August 10, 2023December 19, 2023April 23, 2024May 31, 2024August 13, 2024February 14, 2025December 18, 2025Equipment or readiness
Appeared across 7 inspections, with 13 recorded violations.
December 19, 2023April 23, 2024May 31, 2024August 13, 2024December 11, 2024January 15, 2025August 8, 2025Facility condition
Appeared across 7 inspections, with 10 recorded violations.
December 19, 2023April 23, 2024May 31, 2024July 1, 2024April 16, 2025December 18, 2025April 7, 2026Health or food records
Appeared across 5 inspections, with 6 recorded violations.
December 19, 2023May 31, 2024August 13, 2024December 11, 2024April 7, 2026Recordkeeping
Appeared across 5 inspections, with 6 recorded violations.
December 19, 2023April 23, 2024May 31, 2024August 13, 2024December 11, 2024Staff training
Appeared across 4 inspections, with 8 recorded violations.
December 19, 2023August 13, 2024December 11, 2024December 18, 2025Attendance accountability
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
April 23, 2024May 31, 2024July 1, 2024Administrative posting
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
December 19, 2023April 23, 2024Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- All rooms did not have sufficient lighting equivalent to 20 foot candles at three feet from the floor. CCF Handbook, Section 3.3.1, A Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the lighting throughout the facility was checked. The rear 1-year-old classroom had a light fixture out and the lighting measured 18.9-foot candles. The work area measured 100.3-foot candles. Technical assistance was given to the provider to repair/replace the light bulbs/fixtures prior to the due date. The remaining rooms measured: The infant classroom measured between 100.4 -- 129.1-foot candles. • The 2 & 3-year-old classroom measured 134.2-foot candles over the work areas and 45.6-foot candles in the remainder of the room. • The 3-year-old classroom measured 132.2-foot candles over the work areas and 70.6-foot candles in the remainder of the ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by May 6, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 14 - Lighting, Temperature, and Ventilation
- Official code
- 14-01
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]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed childrens files and determined the child(ren) listed on the supplemental were missing immunization records in their file and had been enrolled more than 30 days. Technical assistance was given to the provider to obtain a current form from the parent/guardian prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by May 6, 2026
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Child(ren) did not have a Student Health Examination/DH (Form 3040), or an equivalent health statement on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2, C Record Keeping [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed the child(ren) listed on the supplemental was missing a health record in their file and had been enrolled more than 30 days. Technical assistance was given to the provider to obtain a current form from the parent/guardian prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by May 6, 2026
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
- Official code
- 42-01
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
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed one of the toilets located in the 4-year-old classroom was inoperable and had a piece of the toilet sitting near the toilet seat. Technical assistance was given to the provider to repair/replace the toilet prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by January 17, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 21 - Restrooms and Bath Facilities
- Official code
- 21-11
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documentation to show completion of a Department approved five-hour early literacy and language development course for child care personnel within 12 months of date of employment in child care industry and/or the early literacy course documentation was not uploaded in the Florida Pathways/Registry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.2 and 4.5, C
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed all staff files and observed the staff listed on the supplemental did not complete Early Literacy training within 1 year of their industry start date. The staff completed after the 12-month deadline. Technical assistance was given to the provider as a reminder that staff have 1 year from their industry start date to complete Early Literacy training.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-06
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- Child care personnels Level 2 documentation was incomplete in that [ A copy of out-of-state child abuse and neglect registry search is missing., A copy of out-of-state sexual offender/predator registry search is missing.]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1, D, E, and F Record Keeping [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed all staff files & observed the staff listed on the supplemental had resided outside of the state of Florida within the past 5 years, been employed for more than 45 days and had no documentation that abuse & neglect or sexual offender checks were completed. The provider completed the sexual offender search while the licensing specialist was still present but still needs an abuse & neglect check completed/requested. Technical assistance was given to the provider to obtain the report prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by January 17, 2026
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-11
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed there was no documentation of the facility completing monthly inspections since June 2024. Technical assistance was given to the provider that these checks must be completed monthly, documented on the physical environment log and available for review by licensing.
- Correction status
- Due by September 7, 2025
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-04
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Areas of the facility were found to be in need of cleaning. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed the main AC vent in the first classroom to the left (3-year-old classroom) and the AC vent in the left rear (VPK classroom) with an excess of lint/dust. Technical assistance was given to the provider to clean the vents prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by May 15, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-01
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed an area of peeling paint in the 2 & 3-year-old classroom (near the kitchen) and multiple areas of peeling/chipped paint in the VPK classroom that was accessible to the children. Technical assistance was given to the provider to repaint all areas prior to the due date. Lastly, the licensing specialist observed a cracked floor tile under the half door between the front classrooms and the VPK classrooms. The tile was not sharp, but technical assistance was given to the provider to monitor the area and repair/replace as needed.
- Correction status
- Due by May 15, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- Background screening was not completed: [ after a 90-day break in service.] CCF Handbook, Section 5.2 Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed new staff files & observed the staff listed on the supplemental had a 90-day break in service and was not rescreened prior to employment. Technical assistance was given to the provider to initiate a resubmission through the Clearinghouse prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by February 24, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-07
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facilitys outdoor play area contained litter, nails, glass or other hazards that posed a low potential for harm to children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the reinspection, the licensing specialist observed several sections of the wooden border on the smaller playground that were rotten and/or missing. Technical assistance was given to the provider to replace all rotten/missing wood sections prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by February 14, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-01
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The play equipment was not maintained in a safe or sanitary condition for the children to use in that [a blue & white child's rocking chair was observed broken in multiple places.]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B and F Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the reinspection, the licensing specialist observed a blue & white child's rocking chair was observed broken in multiple places. The provider removed the chair while the specialist was present placing the facility back into compliance for this standard.
- 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
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facility did not provide shade on the playground. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, C Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed the smaller playground does not have shade. The provider stated the storm destroyed the previous shade covering. Technical assistance was given to the provider to add shade prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by January 10, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-03
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 [a chair was observed broken, the yellow stationary car had broken wood and the wooden bridge had multiple areas of broken or rotten wood.]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B and F Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed the following: a) a plastic chair on the smaller playground was broken on the bottom in 3 places (provider removed at time of inspection) b) the yellow stationary car had areas of broken wood on the floor section c) the wooden bridge had multiple areas of rotten or broken wood Note: both pieces of equipment (blue and yellow stationary equipment) and the teeter totter need to be sanded and repainted as they both have rust. Technical assistance was given to the provider to repair or remove from the playground prior to the due date. Note: additional time was allotted to align the due dates.
- Correction status
- Due by January 10, 2025
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-03
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The ground cover or other protective surface under the [yellow and blue stationary equipment] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed the yellow stationary equipment only had 3 inches of mulch and the blue stationary only had 4 inches of mulch. Technical assistance was given to the provider to add more mulch to maintain a minimum of 6 inches in depth prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by January 10, 2025
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 40 hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement. CCF Handbook Section 4.2.1
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed all staff files and determined that the staff listed on the supplemental did not successfully complete the Departments training within 12 months from the date training began, not to exceed 15 months from the date of employment in the child care industry. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff start complete/pass tests prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by January 10, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-01
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
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed all staff files and determined that the staff listed on the supplemental did not start DCF training within 90-days of employment/industry start date. The staff began training after the 90 days had passed. Technical assistance was given to the provider as a reminder that staff have 90 days from their industry start date to begin DCF training.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-03
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documentation to show completion of a Department approved five-hour early literacy and language development course for child care personnel within 12 months of date of employment in child care industry and/or the early literacy course documentation was not uploaded in the Florida Pathways/Registry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.2 and 4.5, C
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed all staff files and observed the staff listed on the supplemental completed Early Literacy training after the 1-year industry start date. Technical assistance was given to the provider as a reminder that staff have 12 months from the industry start date to complete Early Literacy training.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-06
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 Record Keeping [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed the child listed on the supplemental had an expired immunization record in their file. Technical assistance was given to the provider to obtain a current form from the parent/guardian prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by January 10, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-02
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The facility did not have a fully-completed enrollment form (CF-FSP Form 5219) or equivalent form for the child(ren) in care. CCF Handbook, Section 7.3 Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed the child listed on the supplemental was missing an enrollment date on their enrollment form. The provider entered the dates while the licensing specialist was present placing the facility back into compliance for this standard.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 43 - Enrollment Information
- Official code
- 43-02
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 facilitys outdoor play area contained litter, nails, glass or other hazards that posed a low potential for harm to children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A (Section 10.7, number 1) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed the following: multiple areas along the bottom of the fence where the wooden border has separated from the fence and nails/screws were exposed 1. a support pole on the playground located near the front of the building has rotten wood at the bottom 2. multiple sections of the black plastic border was observed cracked/broken 3. Technical assistance was given to the provider to repair/replace/remove all abovementioned items prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by September 12, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-01
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The play equipment was not maintained in a safe or sanitary condition for the children to use in that [a piece of equipment was observed broken.]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B and F (Section 11.2, numbers 2 and 4) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed the plastic climbing equipment located near the entry/exit door to the playground was cracked/broken on the platform where the children would stand/sit. Technical assistance was given to the provider to repair or remove from the playground prior to the due date. Note: additional time was alotted to align the due dates.
- Correction status
- Due by September 12, 2024
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-03
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documentation to show completion of a Department approved five-hour early literacy and language development course for child care personnel within 12 months of date of employment in child care industry and/or the early literacy course documentation was not uploaded in the Florida Pathways/Registry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.2 and 4.5, C
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed all staff files and observed the staff listed on the supplemental did not complete Early Literacy training within 1 year of their industry start date. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff complete prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by September 12, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-06
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 18.6, number 1) Training [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed all staff files and observed the staff listed on the supplemental did not have documentation of completing the required 10-hour annual in-service hours for the fiscal year 2023 - 2024. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff complete prior to the due date and log on the in-service form. Lastly, technical assistance was given to the provider that these hours cannot be used towards this years' in-service hours.
- Correction status
- Due by September 12, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-07
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
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the inspection, the provider stated the former director's last day was 6/11/24. Technical assistance was given to the provider to obtain a credentialed director prior to the due date. The provider stated the facility is actively seeking a director.
- Correction status
- Due by December 10, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 34 - Credentialed Staff
- Official code
- 34-04
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The facility does not have documentation for all child care personnel on required annual refresher education of the facilitys exposure plan. CCF Handbook, Section 6
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed all staff files and observed the staff listed on the supplemental did not have documentation of training on the facilitys exposure plan at initial hire. Technical assistance was given to the provider to review with the staff and document the training prior to the due date. Lastly, the provider was reminded that a refresher education of the facilitys exposure plan must be conducted with all staff annually.
- Correction status
- Due by September 12, 2024
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 35 - Communicable Disease Control
- Official code
- 35-12
Higher concern: Medication
- Report finding
- A prescription or non-prescription medication, specifically [bug spray and diaper rash cream], was dispensed without written authorization from the custodial parent or legal guardian. CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, A and K (Section 16, number 1) Health Requirements [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed prescription medication in the 1-year-old classroom. Upon review of the child's file, it was determined there was no medication authorization on file. Technical assistance was given to the provider as a reminder that all medication must have written authorization from the parent/guardian to give prescription and non-prescription medications and to obtain these authorizations prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by August 23, 2024
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 40 - Medication
- Official code
- 40-01
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The child care personnel record did not include a signed statement regarding any work in a center that had been subject to negative licensing action or the subject of disciplinary action while employed. s.402.3055(1)(b), F.S. and Section 7.4, A (Section 19.4, number 1) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed all staff files and determined the staff listed on the supplemental did not have a Supplement to the Child Care Facility form in their file. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff sign prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by September 12, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-03
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- An employment history verification was not documented and on file. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, D
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed all 11 staff files and determined the staff listed on the supplemental had an incomplete 5-year work history in their file. (no verifications completed and/or not a full 5-years' worth of employment). Technical assistance was given to the provider to complete prior to the due date. The provider was reminded that 5-year employment history's must include the following information: a. (3) attempts must be made and documented and failed attempts to obtain employment history must be documented in the personnel file and include date, time, and the reason the information was not obtained b. A complete 5 years' worth of ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by September 12, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-04
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- A safety deficiency having a moderate potential for harm to the children in care was observed. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the reinspection, while conducting ratios, the licensing specialist observed a broken electrical outlet cover near a child that was napping. The provider replaced the cover while the licensing specialist was still present placing the facility back into compliance for this standard.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-07
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- The attendance roster did not accompany the group of children in that [2 of the sttendnace rosters did not match how mnay children were in care.].CCF Handbook, Section 7.5, A
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the reinspection, the licensing specialist observed the 2 & 3-year-old, and 1-year-old classrooms rosters were inaccurate and did not reflect the correct total of children on site. The provider stated a child had been moved from 1 classroom to the other. Technical assistance was given to the provider that the daily attendance should be accurate at all times when children leave and enter classrooms. The provider updated the lists while the licensing specialist was present placing the facility back into compliance for this standard. ENFORCEMENT
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 46 - Daily Attendance
- Official code
- 46-07
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Indoor and outdoor play areas were not inspected daily for basic health and safety and/or any problems were not corrected before the play area is used by children and/or daily inspection logs were not maintained for 12 months. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the reinspection, the CCR counselor reviewed the facility's daily indoor/outdoor log and observed no entries from 5/6/24 - 5/19/24. Technical assistance was given to the provider that indoor and outdoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety and documented on a daily inspection log and any problems must be corrected before the play area is used by children.
- Correction status
- Due by June 30, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-19
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facilitys outdoor play area contained litter, nails, glass or other hazards that posed a low potential for harm to children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the reinspection, the CCR counselor observed the fence still had multiple areas that were rotten and the indoor/outdoor carpeting under the shade canopy was still torn and not in good repair. Technical assistance was given to the provider to replace the fencing along the bottom and remove or replace the indoor/outdoor carpeting under the shade canopy prior to the due date
- Correction status
- Due by June 30, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The facility does not have documentation for all child care personnel on required annual refresher education of the facilitys exposure plan. CCF Handbook, Section 6
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the reinspection, the CCR counselor reviewed new staff files and observed the staff listed on the supplemental did not have documentation of training on the facilitys exposure plan. Technical assistance was given to the provider to review with the staff and document the training prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by June 30, 2024
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 35 - Communicable Disease Control
- Official code
- 35-12
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]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the reinspection, the CCR counselor observed the staff listed on the supplemental did not have a file onsite available for review. Technical assistance was given to the provider to create a file with all documents required and have onsite prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by June 30, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-01
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- Background screening was not completed: [ after a 90-day break in service.] CCF Handbook, Section 5.2 Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the reinspection, the CCR counselor reviewed new staff files & observed the staff listed on the supplemental had a 90-day break in service and was not rescreened prior to employment. Technical assistance was given to the provider to complete prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by June 10, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-07
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- Child care personnels Level 2 documentation was incomplete in that [ A copy of out-of-state child abuse and neglect registry search is missing., A copy of out-of-state sexual offender/predator registry search is missing.]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1, D, E, and F
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the reinspection, the CCR counselor observed the staff listed on the supplemental still did not have documentation that abuse & neglect or sexual offender checks were completed from prior state(s). Technical assistance was given to the provider to obtain prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by June 30, 2024
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- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-11
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- The attendance roster did not accompany the group of children in that [the forms were not accurate.].CCF Handbook, Section 7.5, A
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor classroom attendance rosters in all classrooms and observed none were correct. The forms were blank for today or had an inaccurate number of children signed in. Technical assistance was given to the provider to ensure the rosters are current at all times, not after cut-off time. ENFORCEMENT
- Correction status
- Due by June 30, 2024
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- RECORD KEEPING - 46 - Daily Attendance
- Official code
- 46-07
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- Children in the outdoor play area were not adequately supervised in that [a child was left alone on the playground.]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4.1, A (Section 5, number 4) General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed a child left alone on the playground. The counselor began by observing ratios and eventually led to outdoor to inspect the playground. At approximately 9:26 am, the counselor walked outside after a classroom with 2 staff (Staff 1 and Staff 2 on the supplemental) had already re-entered the building with their children. Upon going outside, the counselor observed a child alone on the playground who appeared upset but not crying. The counselor led the child back into the building at approximately 9:29 am. Upon entering the building, the staff (Staff 3 on supplemental) in the rear classroom that exits to the playground stat ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
- Official code
- 04-04
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 10, number 1) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed multiple areas of peeling paint and/or areas where the paint was missing in all classrooms that was accessible to the children. Technical assistance was given to the provider to repair/repaint all areas prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by May 22, 2024
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- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Indoor and outdoor play areas were not inspected daily for basic health and safety and/or any problems were not corrected before the play area is used by children and/or daily inspection logs were not maintained for 12 months. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the inspection, the facility did not have a daily indoor checklist. A sample daily indoor checklist was reviewed and emailed to the provider on today's date for use going forward. The provider was reminded that indoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety and documented on a daily inspection log and any problems must be corrected before the play area is used by children.
- Correction status
- Due by May 22, 2024
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- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-19
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- The facility did not have 35 square feet of usable floor space per child for the number of children observed in care. The facility had a capacity of [3.78] based on 35 square feet and [14] children were observed in care. CCF Handbook , Section 3.4.2, D (Section 1.1, number 1) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed the 2 & 3-year-old classroom had 2 staff with a total of 14 children. Upon the group returning from the playground, both teachers and all 14 children were observed in the space in the Eaglet 1 classroom with the changing table to the right of the bathroom. The CCR counselor observed a wooden barrier/door was installed between the bathroom and that area of the classroom that prevented the children from exiting/entering that space. The CCR counselor measured the space in that section of the classroom and determined if that area was licensed as a classroom on its own, the capacity would be 3.78 children. The entire classr ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 15 - Licensed Capacity
- Official code
- 15-03
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facilitys outdoor play area contained litter, nails, glass or other hazards that posed a low potential for harm to children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A (Section 10.7, number 1) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed the following: Multiple areas of indoor/outdoor carpeting under and around the shade canopy that was exposed and/or torn/ripped 1. Multiple areas along the bottom of the fence were rotten and some areas had exposed screws 2. On the divider fence between the playgrounds, the gate was observed with the fencing detached from the top rail 3. Technical assistance was given to the provider to replace the fencing or add a barrier along the bottom that is secure, remove or replace the indoor/outdoor carpeting under the shade canopy and repair the gate on the divider fence prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by May 22, 2024
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- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-01
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The facility's menu was not [ was not dated]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, H
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed the facility's menu and observed it was dated for the week of 3/4/24 - 3/8/24. Technical assistance was given to the provider to update the menu prior to the due date and was reminded that the menu must be planned, written, dated, and posted at the beginning of each week in an easily seen place, accessible to the parents/guardians and any substitutions must be noted.
- Correction status
- Due by May 22, 2024
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- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 26 - Meal and Snack Menus
- Official code
- 26-01
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 [the art easel equipmet was observed broken at the bottom.]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B and F (Section 11.2, numbers 2 and 4) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed the art easel on the side of the playground was broken at the bottom. Technical assistance was given to the provider to repair or remove from the playground prior to the due date. Also, technical assistance was given to the provider to paint the blue airplane as it is showing signs of rust. Note: additional time was allotted to align the due dates.
- Correction status
- Due by May 22, 2024
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- 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
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed the facility's physical environment log and observed the facility failed to complete an inspection during the month of March 2024. Technical assistance was given to the provider that these checks must be completed monthly, documented on the physical environment log, retained for 12 months and available for review by licensing. Lastly, the provider was reminded that any new permanent or stationary playground equipment installed must have a fall/use zone that extends a minimum of 6 feet in all directions from the perimeter of the equipment and maintain 6" in depth of resilient surface.
- Correction status
- Due by May 22, 2024
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- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-04
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 (Section 19.4) Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed the staff listed on the supplemental did not have a file onsite available for review. Technical assistance was given to the provider to create a file with all documents required and have onsite prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by May 22, 2024
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- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-01
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 19.4, number 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed all staff files and determined the staff listed on the supplemental had an expired Child Abuse & Neglect form in their file. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff sign a new form prior to the due date. The provider was reminded this form must be signed annually on or before the prior year's date.
- Correction status
- Due by May 22, 2024
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- Report section
- 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
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed all staff files and determined the staff listed on the supplemental had an incomplete 5-year work history in their file. (no verifications completed and/or not a full 5-years' worth of employment). Technical assistance was given to the provider to complete prior to the due date. The provider was reminded that 5-year employment history's must include the following: (3) attempts must be made and documented and failed attempts to obtain employment history must be documented in the personnel file and include date, time, and the reason the information was not obtained 1. A complete 5 years' worth of prior employment must be ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by May 22, 2024
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- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-04
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- Child care personnels Level 2 documentation was incomplete in that [ A copy of out-of-state child abuse and neglect registry search is missing., A copy of out-of-state sexual offender/predator registry search is missing.]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1, D, E, and F
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed all staff files & observed the staff listed on the supplemental had resided outside of the state of Florida within the past 5 years, been employed for more than 45 days and had no documentation that abuse & neglect or sexual offender checks were completed. Technical assistance was given to the provider to obtain prior to the due date. Lastly, a copy of the spreadsheet for out of state checks was emailed to the provider on today's date for use/reference.
- Correction status
- Due by May 22, 2024
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- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-11
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- The attendance roster did not accompany the group of children in that [the attendance roster was inaccurate.].CCF Handbook, Section 7.5, A
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor the classroom attendance roster in the 2 & 3-year-old classroom had 12 children in attendance and 14 children were observed. Technical assistance was given to the provider to ensure the rosters are current at all times and was reminded that each classroom must have an attendance sheet/class roster for the group of children occupying that space. Attendance sheet/class roster must accompany the childcare personnel and the group of children throughout the day should they leave the classroom. ENFORCEMENT
- Correction status
- Due by May 22, 2024
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- RECORD KEEPING - 46 - Daily Attendance
- Official code
- 46-07
Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
- Report finding
- At least one of the two teachers required to maintain staff to child ratio for a group size of [(4) 1-year old's and (3) infants] for [2 staff] did not possess an active credential as recognized by the department. (Section 4, numbers 1 6 and 10) School Readiness [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed the staff listed on the supplemental with (3) infants and (4) 1-year-old's and neither staff has an active staff credential nor is enrolled in a CDA program. This was also confirmed by speaking with both staff who stated they only had their DCF training. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have one of the staff obtain staff credentials and/or enroll in a CDA course prior to the due date or reduce the number of children back toa ratio of 1 staff to 4 infants or prior to the due date. The provider was encouraged to refer to the School Readiness Handbook, Section 4 for all rules related to group size/staff c ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by May 22, 2024
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- RECORD KEEPING - 48 - Group Size (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 4 Group Size, Pages 14-15)
- Official code
- 48-02
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- The facility did not have electrical outlet covers or the outlet covers were not in place. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, I
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the counselor observed a missing outlet cover in the first classroom on the left of the building for 1-2 year olds. The director replaced the electrical outlet cover to put the facility back into compliance of this standard.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-18
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Stored food was not consumed or discarded on or before the expiration date listed by the manufacturer. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, B
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection the counselor observed expired bread and baby formula in the kitchen. The facility was advised to consume or discard items before the expiration date to maintain compliance of this standard. The noncompliance was resolved once the director discarded the items.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-18
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The facility's menu was not [ did not have substitutions noted]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, H
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the counselor observed the menu posted on the front bulletin for today's date served hot dogs, green beans, cinnamon chips, water/juice but they served macaroni pasta with meat sauce, corn, cheese cubes, and water. The provider was advised to write subsititutions on the menu to reflect what is being served to maintain compliance of this standard.
- Correction status
- Due by December 29, 2023
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- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 26 - Meal and Snack Menus
- Official code
- 26-01
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 [they were not in proper order for cleaning/sanitizing. ]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.4, B
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection the counselor observed the kitchen sink series. The order must be rinse, wash, sanitize from either left to right or right to left. The order observed in the kitchen, was wash, rinse, hand washing sink, and sanitizing receptacle. Provider advised to rearrange the order to maintain compliance of this standard.
- Correction status
- Due by December 29, 2023
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- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 29 - Health and Sanitation
- Official code
- 29-14
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
- At the time of the inspection the counselor observed play kitchen toys, after being "sanitized" on the diapering changing table in the 2-3's year old classroom. The counselor advised the teacher to remove the items immediately to maintain compliance of this standard.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
- Official code
- 30-07
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The ground cover or other protective surface under the [green and blue 4 seat bounce equipment] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection the counselor observed the mulch under the described equipment did not have adequate depth of 6 inches or more to maintain compliance. The provider was advised to add more resilient surface to resolve the noncompliance of this standard.
- Correction status
- Due by January 18, 2024
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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
- At the time of the inspection the counselor observed two employees (named on supplemental page) that did not start their training within the first 90 days of childcare industry employment. Personnel should have completed their training by Oct. 4, 2023 to maintain compliance of this standard.
- Correction status
- Due by December 29, 2023
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- 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 Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection the counselor observed two children named on the supplemental page that did not have their enrollement date on their application. The proivder was advised to ensure when children are enrolled their application is completely filled out to maintain compliance of this standard.
- Correction status
- Due by January 18, 2024
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- RECORD KEEPING - 43 - Enrollment Information
- Official code
- 43-02
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- The facility failed to maintain a current Employee/Contractor Roster for all child care personnel in the Clearinghouse. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, K
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection the provider failed to maintain their clearing house roster. The provider added the employee that was on provisional (named on the supplemental page) to resolve the noncompliance.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-09
No recorded violations in this report
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 (Section 19.5, number 1) Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Documentation of Level 2 Clearinghouse screening clearance was missing for child care personnel. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1,C. • TA: FSC advised provider to have Level II screening on Individual observed that entered the facility (near children) today to add mulch to the playground who did not have a level II background clearance.
- Correction status
- Due by September 11, 2023
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- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-02
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- A five year employment history verification was not completed and on file prior to hire for the operator, program personnel, volunteers and substitutes. (Section 19.5, number 2) Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- A five year employment history verification was not completed and on file prior to hire for the operator, program personnel, volunteers and substitutes. • TA: FSC observed child care personnel complete and sign a written statement attesting to five year employment verification documentation.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-13
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The personnel/ volunteer (ten hours or more per month) record did not include a CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form signed annually. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, C Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- The 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 • TA; TA> Provider achieved compliance at time of inspection as the childcare personnel completed an updated CF-FSP 5337 at time of inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-04
Higher concern: Sleep safety
- Report finding
- The bedding available was not safe and poses a threat to the health, safety or well-being of a child in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1 Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of re-inspection, Counselor observed an infant sleeping in bouncers and other equipment not made from napping. Technical assistance was provided to ensure all infants nap in appropriate bedding. The standard was brought back into compliance when Counselor asked the Child Care Personnel to removed child from bouncer. Per CCF handbook, sleep bedding includes beds, cribs, or mattresses.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 18 - Bedding and Linens
- Official code
- 18-02
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Frozen food was not [ labeled by date and type]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, F.2 and 3.
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection the CCR counselor observed food in the freezer did not have label by date and type on the item. This takes the facility out of compliance for this standard. The director labeled the items with date or type to resolve the noncompliance. The provider advised to ensure all foods maintain the label with date and type while stored to maintain compliance of this standard.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-24
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The quantity of toys, equipment and/or furnishings suitable to each childs age and development was inadequate for the number of children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.11, A Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the inspection the CCR counselor did not observe adequate toys in the classroom for ages 2-3 year olds. The facility only had 2 containers of lego/blocks and seldom random shapes on shelving. This takes the facility out of compliance for this standard. The provider advised to obtain more toys, equipment for children in care to maintain the compliance of this standard.
- Correction status
- Due by February 10, 2023
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- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 31 - Indoor Equipment
- Official code
- 31-02
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]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection the CCR counselor observed a child's immunization form was expired in her file. The noncompliance was resolved once the parent brought the immunization form by EOB date on 1/13/23. The provider was advised to ensure all children enrolled has acceptable immunizations to maintain compliance of this standard.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-02
Higher concern: Child guidance
- Report finding
- Child care personnel inappropriately interacted with children in care in a manner that was aggressive, demeaning or intimidating in nature. CCF Handbook, Section 8.2, C
- Report comments
- At the time of the complaint inspection, video was obtained by the CCR counselor that revealed a teacher grabbed a child by her hair, pushed her head around, and released it aggressively. This noncompliance was resolved because the employee was terminated and is no longer responsible for children in care. Owner/Director/Staff Responsible Comments n/a ____________________________________________ Inspected by: Christin Ward Green 01/10/2023 ____________________________________________ Received by: Lilyanna Bermudez 01/10/2023
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- RECORD KEEPING - 47 - Access/Child Safety
- Official code
- 47-01
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
Can you walk me through your current process for ensuring all staff background screening documentation is complete and up to date?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records show multiple instances where required background screening documentation, such as out-of-state registry searches or employment history verifications, was incomplete or missing during recent inspections.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you manage daily attendance tracking to ensure that the number of children in each classroom is always accurately recorded?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records show a pattern of concerns regarding the accuracy of attendance rosters, with some reports noting that rosters did not correctly reflect the number of children present in the classroom.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps have been taken to ensure that all play equipment and outdoor areas are consistently maintained in good repair?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from several inspections indicate recurring issues with the maintenance of outdoor play equipment and fencing, including reports of broken or rotten materials that required repair or removal.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you ensure that all children's health and immunization records are kept current and complete after enrollment?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Official inspection reports show that there have been multiple findings where children's health examination forms or immunization records were either missing or expired beyond the required timeframe.
Related violations
General question
Could you describe your daily routine for inspecting classrooms and play areas to ensure they remain clean and safe for the children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Asking about daily safety and cleanliness routines helps parents understand how the center proactively maintains its physical environment and ensures that potential hazards are identified and addressed quickly.