Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 2.42
- Local median
- 1.54
Mini Achievers Academy
500 N Byrd Ave, Avon Park, FL 33825
- License:
- C10HI0061
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 14, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- Gold Seal, School Readiness, VPK, After School, Drop In, Food Served, Full Day, Infant Care, Transportation
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:00AM to 5:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 50
- License expiration:
- May 4, 2027
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 20, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMay 20, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 33 available inspections for Mini Achievers Academy from April 24, 2023 through May 20, 2026.
16 inspections recorded violations, with 80 recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on April 13, 2026 and involved hazardous access.
That higher-concern topic showed up in three 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
- 33
- Recorded violations
- 80
- Higher-concern violations
- 31
- Repeated topics
- 12
9 in last 12 months
22 in last 12 months
10 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
33 total inspections vs 0 local median in 33825
Compared to 15 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 36%
- Local median
- 28%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 48%
- Local median
- 48%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 12
- 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.
Staff training
Appeared across 10 inspections, with 12 recorded violations.
April 30, 2024June 3, 2024August 23, 2024December 20, 2024January 23, 2025April 22, 2025July 10, 2025August 25, 2025December 22, 2025January 29, 2026Background screening
Appeared across 8 inspections, with 12 recorded violations.
April 30, 2024June 3, 2024September 25, 2024December 20, 2024January 23, 2025June 30, 2025July 10, 2025December 22, 2025Staff-to-child ratio
Appeared across 6 inspections, with 6 recorded violations.
April 30, 2024June 3, 2024July 1, 2024July 3, 2024August 25, 2025December 22, 2025Equipment or readiness
Appeared across 5 inspections, with 8 recorded violations.
April 30, 2024August 23, 2024December 20, 2024April 22, 2025April 13, 2026Health or food records
Appeared across 5 inspections, with 11 recorded violations.
January 3, 2024April 30, 2024June 3, 2024August 23, 2024December 20, 2024Facility condition
Appeared across 5 inspections, with 6 recorded violations.
April 30, 2024August 23, 2024January 23, 2025July 10, 2025April 13, 2026Recordkeeping
Appeared across 4 inspections, with 6 recorded violations.
June 3, 2024December 20, 2024January 23, 2025August 25, 2025Emergency preparedness
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 4 recorded violations.
January 3, 2024April 22, 2025April 13, 2026Hazardous access
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
August 25, 2025December 22, 2025April 13, 2026Transportation
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 4 recorded violations.
April 30, 2024December 20, 2024April 13, 2026Administrative posting
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
August 23, 2024April 13, 2026Sleep safety
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
June 3, 2024July 10, 2025Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The facility's transportation log did not include [second staff verification signature on 4/10/26.]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.2 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed transportation logs and observed on 4/10/26, the log was missing a second sweep/verification signature. Technical assistance was given to the provider as a reminder that: Prior to transporting children by foot, the transportation log must be recorded with each childs name, the date and time of departure and initialed by child care personnel verifying that all children were accounted for and that the log is complete. Upon arrival at the destination by foot, the child care personnel must: a. Record the date and time the child(ren) arrived at the destination on the transportation log immediately, b. Conduct roll ca ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by May 12, 2026
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 05 - Transportation
- Official code
- 05-04
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Areas of the facility were found to be in need of cleaning. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed the following: The rocking chair in the infant room was heavily stained on the arm and bottom cushion. Also, an infant rocker was observed stained. Lastly, the area rug in the same room was observed with multiple stains • The handwash sink located between the VPK and 2 &3-year-old classroom had what appeared to be an old soap stain down the wall • In the 2 & 3-year-old classroom, rust colored stains were observed from the soap dispenser down to the sink • Technical assistance was given to the provider to clean, remove or replace all abovementioned items prior to the due.
- Correction status
- Due by May 12, 2026
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed the following: In the VPK classroom (red door), several floor tiles were observed broken or missing pieces • In the 2 & 3-year-old classroom (blue door), the flooring under the handwash sink in the classroom was heavily stained. Also, the bottom molding on the bathroom door was unattached from the door on one side. Lastly, on the inside of the entrance door, peeling paint and a missing section of wood was observed near the door handle • In the 1-year-old classroom (orange door), the wooden shelves near the window had several areas of peeling/chipped paint. In the same room, several sections of carpeting was obse ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by May 12, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- Harmful items including cleaning supplies, flammable products, poisonous, toxic, and hazardous materials were accessible to children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed a can of disinfectant spray, all-purpose cleaner and toilet cleaner located in an unlocked sink cabinet in the in the 1-year-old bathroom that was accessible to the children. The provider locked the cabinet placing the facility back into compliance for this standard. Technical support was given to the provider that all cleaning products, toxic substances, hand sanitizer, etc. must be stored out of the reach of the children at all times.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 13 - Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons
- Official code
- 13-03
Low concern: Administrative posting
- 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 [15] based on 35 square feet and [17] children were observed in care. CCF Handbook , Section 3.4.2, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed 17 children in the classroom that is licensed for 15 children. The provider moved some of the children once additional staff arrived placing the facility back into compliance for this standard. Technical assistance was given to the provider to ensure room capacities are maintained/not exceeded at all times and sufficient staff are onsite to accommodate ratio requirements.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- 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 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist 3 areas of an unknown substance on the playground near the climbing equipment. One area was wet and a whiteish color, and the other 2 areas were dried white areas. The provider removed from the playground placing the facility back into compliance for this standard. Technical assistance was given to the provider to ensure the play area is free from all hazards prior to use by the children.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-01
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 (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the facility failed to have the annual fire inspection completed on or before last years date. The current year was completed on 3/25/26 and the prior year was completed on 3/5/25. Technical assistance was given to the provider as a reminder that an approved and passed fire inspection must be completed on or before the prior years date. The last fire drill was conducted on 3/24/26 and emergency preparedness drills were conducted on 5/13/26 (weather & lockdown), Previous technical assistance was given to the provider that fire and/or emergency drills should not be conducted on the same day. The fire extinguisher(s) were last tagged in January 202 ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-02
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- Child care personnel failed to possess a current attendance record and parent contact information during a fire drill, emergency preparedness drill or an actual emergency. CCF Handbook Section 3.8.4, C and 3.8.5, A (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, a fire drill was conducted with the licensing specialist. Upon completion, it was observed none of the staff possessed a current attendance record nor completed a face to name check. Technical assistance was given to the provider as a reminder that while completing a fire drill, a current daily attendance record and parent contact information must accompany child care personnel out of the building during a drill or actual evacuation and be used to account for all children once gathered in a safe space after exit and upon return to the program.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-12
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the 40 hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement. CCF Handbook Section 4.2.1
- Report comments
- At the time of the reinspection, the staff listed on the supplemental still has not completed DCF training. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff start complete/pass tests prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by February 28, 2026
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-01
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- Harmful items including cleaning supplies, flammable products, poisonous, toxic, and hazardous materials were accessible to children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed a n aerosol can of Lysol disinfectant spray located in the bathroom in the 2- yaer-old classroom accessible to the children in care. The provider removed the item placing the facility back into compliance for this standard. The provider was reminded that all cleaning products, toxic substances, hand sanitizer, etc. must be stored out of the reach of the children at all times.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 13 - Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons
- Official code
- 13-03
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3)
- 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 21, 2026
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3)
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed all staff files and determined that the staff listed on the supplemental had not started the required DCF 40-hour training within 90-days of employment/industry start date. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff start a class in Part 1 or Part 2 prior to the due date. Not Monitored Comments At the time of the inspection, the provider has a due date of 1/9/26 to come into compliance with this standard. The licensing specialist will follow-up with the provider after the due date to ensure compliance.
- Correction status
- Due by January 21, 2026
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-03
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- The facility had an inadequate number of child care personnel appropriately trained in CPR to maintain coverage both on-site and on field trips. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the reinspection, the licensing specialist observed only 2 staff were onsite with current/valid CPR. Technical assistance was given to the provider that for 0 -25 staff, a minimum of 3 staff must be on hand and in direct supervision of the children with valid CPR while children are in care and to have sufficient number of staff complete the training prior to the due date to ensure compliance at all times children are in care.
- Correction status
- Due by January 1, 2026
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 36 - CPR Requirements
- Official code
- 36-03
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- The facility did not have an adequate number of child care personnel appropriately trained in first aid to maintain coverage both on- site and on field trips. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed only 2 staff were onsite with current First Aid. Technical assistance was given to the provider that a minimum of 3 staff for a facility with 25 staff or less and in direct supervision of the children must be on hand with valid First Aid while children are in care. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have sufficient number of staff complete the training prior to the due date to ensure compliance at all times children are in care.
- Correction status
- Due by January 1, 2026
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 37 - First Aid Requirements
- Official code
- 37-02
Higher concern: Medication
- Report finding
- A prescription or non-prescription medication, specifically [diaper rash cream], was dispensed without written authorization from the custodial parent or legal guardian. CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, A and K (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed multiple diaper rash creams and/or sunscreen, some without names. Upon review of the child's file, the licensing specialist observed there was no medication authorization on file. Also, per the provider, 2 of the children no longer attend the facility. Technical assistance was given to the provider to obtain written authorization from the parent/guardian prior to the due date. Lastly, the creams for the children no longer attending should be discarded and the remaining creams need to be labeled with the child's first and last name and authorizations on file.
- Correction status
- Due by January 1, 2026
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 40 - Medication
- Official code
- 40-01
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed the facility's employee/staff roster through the Clearinghouse and observed the staff listed on the supplemental is not showing as current on the facility's roster. Technical assistance was given to the provider to update the roster prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by January 21, 2026
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-09
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 [(9) 1-year-old's] for [2 staff] did not possess an active credential as recognized by the department. (Sections 2.2.1 and 2.2.4 Group Size, Page 4) School Readiness [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the reinspection, the licensing specialist observed the staff listed on the supplemental with (9) 1-year-old's and neither staff had an active staff credential. The provider neither staff were enrolled in a CDA class. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff obtain staff credentials, enroll in a CDA class, reduce the classroom back to 1:6 ratio or have a staff with credentials in the classroom at all times children are in care prior to the due date. The provider was encouraged to refer to the School Readiness Handbook for all rules related to group size/staff credentials. Owner/Director/Staff Responsible Comments At the time of the inspe ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by January 21, 2026
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 48 - Group Size (Form DEL-SR-6200A)
- Official code
- 48-02
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
- Report finding
- A ratio of [2] child care personnel for [(5) 1-year-old's and (1) infant] children is required. A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [(5) 1- year-old's and (1) infant] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, during the initial walkthrough, the licensing specialist observed the 1-year-old classroom had (5) 1-year-old's and (1) infant to 1 staff. The staff stated the infant was turning 1 in a couple weeks and was transitioning. The licensing specialist advised the owner the facility was out of ratio in that classroom and the owner walked to the classroom and moved the infant back into the infant room placing the facility back into compliance for this standard. The provider was made aware that staff to children ratio must be maintained at all times. Staff/Children/Age Group: (at initial walkthrough) 1/3/infants 1/5/1's & (1) infant 1/8/2 & 3's 1/8/4's ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Ratio Sufficient
- Official code
- 03-01
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- Harmful items including cleaning supplies, flammable products, poisonous, toxic, and hazardous materials were accessible to children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed an unlocked bathroom cabinet in the 1-year-old classroom that contained all -purpose cleaner and bleach water. The provider locked the cabinet placing the facility back into compliance for this standard. Technical assistance was given to the provider that all chemicals and hazardous materials must be stored out of the reach of the children at all times.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 13 - Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons
- Official code
- 13-03
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 24, 2025
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 Training [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- 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 2024 - 2025. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff complete prior to the due date and document 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. Not Monitored Comments The provider is currently in violation of the staff credential violation requirement, but has given a corrective action due date of to come into complian ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by September 24, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-07
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]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed all staff files and observed 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 September 24, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-04
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 Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the commencement of the complaint, the licensing specialist observed the following: (all in the VPK classroom) The bathroom door had a large hole located at the bottom of the door • The red door leading in and out of the classroom had an area of rotten wood at the bottom causing the door to separate • Multiple areas of peeling and/or missing paint was observed • A section of the wooden border along the bottom of the wall near the floor was missing and the piece remaining was broken with sharp edges • The half door leading to the kitchen area had a hole on the classroom side accessible to the children • Technical assistance was given to the provider to repair/re ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
Higher concern: Sleep safety
- Report finding
- Child/ren were placed in a crib, playpen, play yard or other sleeping and napping bedding with items that could pose a strangulation or suffocation risk. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.4, A Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the commencement of the complaint, through phone conversations with the collateral contacts listed on the supplemental, the licensing specialist determined the staff listed on the supplemental (Teacher 2), was observed lifting an infant that had just awoken with a blanket that was inside the crib. The collateral contacts also observed a few cribs with loose fitting sheets and a sheet that had come off the mattress. Upon commencement, the licensing specialist observed all of the cribs had tight fitted sheets. Technical assistance was given to the provider as a reminder that per safe sleep practices, cribs or playpens/play yards used for infants must have tight f ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 20 - Crib Requirements
- Official code
- 20-06
Higher concern: Sleep safety
- Report finding
- Cribs, playpens, play yards, other napping and sleeping bedding being used by a child was not placed a minimum of 18 inches away from window blinds, draperies, or any window treatment/cover that could pose a strangulation or suffocation risk. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.4, C Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the commencement of the complaint, through phone conversations with the collateral contacts listed on the supplemental, the licensing specialist determined the facility's cribs were positioned up against each other. Upon commencement, the licensing specialist observed the cribs were properly spaced. The staff listed on the supplemental (Teacher 1) stated the cribs have been repositioned to ensure they remain at a minimum of 18 inches apart and further stated there are only 4 infants in care at any time. The licensing specialist observed a total of 8 cribs in the classroom and suggested the facility remove the excess cribs for more space. Note: upon closing the ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 20 - Crib Requirements
- Official code
- 20-07
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
- Report comments
- At the time of the commencement of the complaint, the licensing specialist received an email from the owner/current director requesting to be director at the sister location in Lake Placid leaving this location without a director. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have an approved director in place prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by January 9, 2026
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 34 - Credentialed Staff
- Official code
- 34-04
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 commencement of the complaint, the licensing specialist 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. Note: upon closing the complaint on 9/9/25 the licensing specialist observed the staff listed on the supplemental has an updated background screening placing the facility back into compliance for this standard.
- Correction status
- Due by July 19, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-07
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- The personnel record for the individual indicated the person had been arrested for and are awaiting final disposition of, have been found guilty of, regardless of adjudication, or entered a plea of nolo contendere or guilty to any offense noted in Section 435.04, Florida Statute, which disqualifies the person from employment and the owner/operator failed to take appropriate action in that [a person with ineligible BGS was still on campus with children at the provider was aware of disqualification].s 435.04 F.S. Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the commencement of the complaint inspection, the provider stated she was made aware of disqualification because the clearinghouse roster sent an email on 6/20/25. She explained that she had not reached out to the licensing specialist assigned to her, however felt like employee who is her son was not a threat to children. She explained at first, that he had not been back to the facility since the arrest was made, however after interviewing staff, they revealed that the employee had been to the facility as recent as earlier this morning (day of commencement) walking children to the classrooms (referring to them as drop offs) and doing errands for them when neede ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-03
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 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed exposed foam material and plastic tarp pieces near the large climbing equipment. Also, the licensing specialist observed 2 children's chairs that were broken. The provider removed the chairs while the licensing specialist was present. Technical assistance was given to the provider to remove or cover the exposed playground areas prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by May 21, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-01
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 (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the facility failed to have the annual fire inspection completed on or before last year's date. The current year was completed on 3/5/25 and the prior year was completed on 2/16/24. Technical assistance was given to the provider as a reminder that an approved fire inspection must be completed on or before the prior year's date. The last fire drill was conducted on 4/17/25 and no emergency preparedness drills have been conducted yet this licensing year. Provider is aware a lockdown & weather drill must be completed prior to the license expiring. The fire extinguisher(s) were last tagged in January 2025. A fire drill was conducted on today's date ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-02
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documentation to show child care personnel had begun the introductory training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3)
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed all staff files and determined that the staff listed on the supplemental had not started the required DCF 40 hour training within 90 days of employment/industry start date. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff start a class in Part 1 or Part 2 prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by May 21, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-03
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- The facility failed to maintain a temperature between 65 degrees and 82 degrees Fahrenheit at all times. CCF Handbook, Section 3.3.3, A Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the reinspection, the licensing specialist observed the classrooms temperature to be cold. Upon measuring the temperature in each classroom, it was determined to be 50.4 - 55.6 degrees. The licensing specialist asked if the rooms had heaters, and the provider turned the wall units on. The licensing specialist rechecked the classrooms after a bit and determined the classrooms were measuring 67 degrees. Technical assistance was given to the provider as a reminder that the temperature must be maintained between 65 - 82 degrees at all times children are in care.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 14 - Lighting, Temperature, and Ventilation
- Official code
- 14-04
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documented proof that all child care personnel were trained and knowledgeable within 30 days of date of hire in [ the use of fire extinguishers]. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.3 and 4.2.5 Training [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the reinspection, the staff listed on the supplemental still does not have documentation of fire extinguisher training in their file. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff complete prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by February 22, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-09
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
- At the time of the reinspection, the staff listed on the supplemental still does not have an updated Child Abuse & Neglect 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 February 22, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-04
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 Record Keeping [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the reinspection, the staff listed on the supplemental still does not have an abuse & neglect or sexual offender check/report from out of state. Technical assistance was given to the provider to obtain the reports prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by February 22, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-11
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The facility's transportation log did not include [departure/arrival times, primary or secondary signature, checking in of the children, departure and/or arrival times.]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.2 General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the provider only offers walking transportation from the school across the street. The licensing specialist reviewed transportation logs and observed multiple days, the logs were missing either the driver (walker), second sweep signature, departure location, arrival location, departure time, arrival times, and/or checking the child in. Technical assistance was given to the provider as a reminder that: Prior to transporting children by foot, the transportation log must be recorded with each childs name, the date and time of departure and initialed by child care personnel verifying that all children were accounted for and that the log is complete. ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by January 19, 2025
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- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 05 - Transportation
- Official code
- 05-04
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- A resilient surface was not provided beneath and within the fall/use zone for [blue and grey plastic equipment.]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed the blue and grey equipment did not have any resilient surface under or around the equipment. Technical assistance was given to the provider to add a resilient surface that is 6 inches deep and includes a 6-foot fall zone from the perimeter of the equipment on all sides or remove from the playground prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by December 30, 2024
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- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-06
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documented proof that all child care personnel were trained and knowledgeable within 30 days of date of hire in [ the use of fire extinguishers]. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.3 and 4.2.5 Training [SR]
- 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 have documentation of fire extinguisher training in their file and had been employed more than 30 days. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff complete prior to the due date. Additional technical assistance was given to the provider as a reminder that all child care personnel shall be trained in the use and operation of a fire extinguisher, at each facility they are employed, within 30 days of date of hire.
- Correction status
- Due by January 19, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-09
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(ren) listed on the supplemental had expired immunization records 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 19, 2025
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- 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]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed the child 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 January 19, 2025
More details
- Report section
- 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
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed all 9 staff files. The staff listed on the supplemental did not have a Child Abuse & Neglect 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 January 19, 2025
More details
- 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 Record Keeping [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist 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). 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: 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 prior employment must be documented and verified c. The docum ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by January 19, 2025
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- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-04
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 all 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 December 30, 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 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 and no documentation that abuse & neglect or sexual offender checks were completed. Prior state is an NFF state. Technical assistance was given to the provider to obtain the reports prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by January 19, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-11
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- A complete CF-FSP Form 5131, Background Screening and Personnel File Requirements, was not on file for all employees. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1, A Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the reinspection, the licensing specialist reviewed new staff files & observed the staff listed on the supplemental was missing a 5131 form in their file. The provider completed the form 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 - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-01
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 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 October 5, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-07
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 the exterior wall of the infant/1-year-old classroom on the playground side had peeling paint in multiple areas accessible to the children. Technical assistance was given to the provider to repair/repaint prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by September 22, 2024
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- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The facility failed to post the room capacity in each room. CCF Handbook, Section 3.4.1, A Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the provider had previously been re-measured as floor plans had been changed and a room divided into 2. The new capacitates are not posted on either side of the room. Technical assistance was given to the provider to post the updated capacities prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by September 22, 2024
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- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 15 - Licensed Capacity
- Official code
- 15-05
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 inspection, the licensing specialist observed torn old sandbags, exposed landscape fabric around trees and torn/tattered sections of on old tarp around the area designated for the smaller children. Technical assistance was given to the provider to remove all sandbags, landscape fabric and old tar;ing prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by September 22, 2024
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- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-01
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The base of the fence in the outdoor play area was not at ground level and could allow inside or outside access by children or animals. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, F Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed the double gate had a 4-inch gap from the fencing to the pole and a 4 1/2- inch gap from the ground to the bottom rail. Technical assistance was given to the provider to adjust the fence lower to the ground and fill/add a barrier between the fencing and the pole prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by September 22, 2024
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- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-07
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 [some toys/equipment were observed broken.]. 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: the plastic caterpillar toy was broken on the tope near the "face" and also at the rear on the top 1. the pink and white picnic table was broken on one of the seats and on the top 2. the purple "back end" on the caterpillar was separated from the rest and located near the smaller playground and is broken along one side 3. Technical assistance was given to the provider to repair/remove from the playground prior to the due date. The provider was reminded that as toys/equipment are removed, new toys/equipment need to be added to ensure enough usable equipment suitable to each childs age and developme ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by September 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
- The ground cover or other protective surface under the [multi-colored playhouse] 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 multi-colored playhouse did not have sufficient mulch located underneath. (areas measured 4 inches). Technical assistance was given to the provider to add more mulch prior to the due date. The provider was also reminded to rake the high traffic areas regularly to ensure the mulch remains at 6 inches in depth and 6 feet in perimeter and 6 feet in perimeter from the base of the equipment.
- Correction status
- Due by September 22, 2024
More details
- Report section
- 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
- 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 the required DCF 40 hour training within 90 days of employment/industry start date. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff start a class in Part 1 or Part 2 prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by September 22, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-03
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 reviewed childrens files ages infant & 1 and 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 September 22, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-02
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
- Report finding
- A group size of no more than [12] children is required for age group. A group size of [14] children was observed. (Section 4, numbers 1 8) School Readiness [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the reinspection, the licensing specialist observed 3 staff to (4) infants and (10) 1-year-olds. Technical assistance was given to the provider that the maximum group size may not exceed 12 children and to reduce the number of children to 12 or less prior to the due date. Owner/Director/Staff Responsible Comments At the time of the reinspection, the provider declined to add any comments. Counselor Comments At the time of the reinspection, the licensing specialist returned to the fcaility to follow up with the ratio in the infant and 1-year-old classroom. ____________________________________________ Inspected by: Dawn Altman 07/03/2024 __________________________ ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by July 13, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 48 - Group Size (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 4 Group Size, Pages 14-15)
- Official code
- 48-01
Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
- Report finding
- A ratio of [4] child care personnel for [(4) infants and (10) 1-year-old's] children is required. A ratio of [3] child care personnel for [(4) infants and (10) 1-year-old's] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. (Section 3, numbers 1 9) General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Staff/Children/Age Group: (Day 1) 3/14/(4) infants & (10) 1-'s 2/10/2 & 3's 1/15/4 - school age + director and 1 additional staff Staff/Children/Age Group: (Day 2) 4/(4) infants & (10) 1's 2/12/2 & 3's 2/20/4 - school age At the time of the reinspection (Day 1), the licensing specialist observed 3 staff with (4) infants and (10) 1-year-olds. The licensing specialist returned on Day 2 and observed 4 staff with (4) infants and (10) 1-year-olds. Technical assistance was given to the provider as a reminder that when infants and 1's are in care and mixed, the infant ratio must be maintained.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Ratio Sufficient
- Official code
- 03-01
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Sleep safety
- Report finding
- Child/ren were placed in a crib, playpen, play yard or other sleeping and napping bedding with items that could pose a strangulation or suffocation risk. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.4, A
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the reinspection, the CCR counselor observed an infant asleep in a crib with a blanket. Technical assistance was given to the provider that per safe sleep practices, cribs or playpens/play yards used for infants must have tight fitted sheets and no excess bedding, which includes but is not limited to: bumper pads, hanging mobiles, quilts, comforters, receiving blankets, pillows, stuffed animals and cushions. The provider removed the blanket while the counselor was present placing the facility back into compliance for this standard.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 20 - Crib Requirements
- Official code
- 20-06
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- 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]
- Report comments
- At the time of the reinspection, the staff listed on the supplemental still did not have documentation of completing the required 10-hour annual in-service hours for the fiscal year 2022 - 2023. 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 July 2, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-07
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 July 2, 2024
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 35 - Communicable Disease Control
- Official code
- 35-12
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- Child care personnel did not have an employment application on file. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, A (Section 19.4, number 1) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the reinspection, the CCR counselor reviewed new staff files and determined the staff listed on the supplemental did not have an employment application in their file. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff complete prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by July 2, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-02
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 reinspection, the CCR counselor reviewed new 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 July 2, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-03
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 reinspection, the CCR counselor reviewed new staff files and determined the staff listed on the supplemental did not have a Child Abuse & Neglect 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 July 2, 2024
More details
- 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 reinspection, the CCR counselor reviewed new staff files and determined the staff listed on the supplemental had an incomplete 5-year work history in their file. (missing previous employment or missing prior employers). 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 documented and v ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by July 2, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-04
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 [8 children (infants & 1's)] 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 reinspection, the CCR counselor observed the staff listed on the supplemental with (8) children (infants and 1'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. Note: a third staff returned from lunch while the counselor was present and also stated she has not, nor has enrolled in a CDA program. 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 to a ratio of 1 staff to 4 infants and 1 to 6 1-y ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by July 2, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 48 - Group Size (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 4 Group Size, Pages 14-15)
- Official code
- 48-02
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The facility's transportation log did not include [arrival or departure times.]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.2 (Section 6.2, number 3) General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed transportation logs and observed on multiple separate days, the logs were missing arrival and/or departure times and/or the second staff did not mark the children in. Technical assistance was given to the provider as a reminder that: Prior to transporting children by foot, the transportation log must be recorded with each childs name, the date and time of departure and initialed by child care personnel verifying that all children were accounted for and that the log is complete. Upon arrival at the destination by foot, the child care personnel must: a. Record the date and time the child(ren) arrived at the destination o ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by May 29, 2024
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 05 - Transportation
- Official code
- 05-04
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's daily indoor/outdoor checklist was blank. The provider was reminded 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 May 29, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-19
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 provider stated they did not have a physical environment log. A blank form was reviewed with the provider and a copy emailed on today's date for use going forward. The provider was reminded that maintenance must include inspections conducted each month and documentation of maintenance inspections must be kept for 12 months.
- Correction status
- Due by May 29, 2024
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-04
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 CCR counselor 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 2022 - 2023. 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 May 29, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-07
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documented proof that child care personnel participating in the transportation of children were trained on safe transportation practices prior to participating in transportation of children. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.6
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed all staff files and observed the staff listed on the supplemental has not completed transportation safety training to date of this inspection and is currently participating in walking transportation of children per the transportation logs. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff complete either through the Department's Transportation Safety course or the Early Learning Florida's Precautions in Transporting Children course prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by May 29, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-10
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 CCR counselor reviewed all 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. 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 May 29, 2024
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 35 - Communicable Disease Control
- Official code
- 35-12
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 19.2, number 2) Record Keeping [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed the child listed on the supplemental was missing an immunization 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. Additional technical assistance was given regarding FL shots. The provider was shown & given the link to their website and how to register to view FL shot records. The link given was: www.flshotsusers.com and the provider was reminded to go to the bottom of page under schools & licensed child care providers to register.
- Correction status
- Due by May 29, 2024
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 (Section 19.2, number 1) Record Keeping [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed the child 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 29, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
- Official code
- 42-01
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- A complete CF-FSP Form 5131, Background Screening and Personnel File Requirements, was not on file for all employees. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1, A (Section 19.5, number 2) Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed all staff files & observed the staff listed on the supplemental was missing a 5131 form in their file. Technical assistance was given to the provider to complete prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by May 29, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-01
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). 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 documented and verified 2. The documentation m ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by May 29, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-04
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) infants and (4) 1-year-old's] 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 (4) 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 to a ratio of 1 staff to 4 infants and 1 to 6 1-year- olds prior to the due date. The provider was encouraged to refer to the School Readiness Handbook, Section 4 for all rules related ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by May 29, 2024
More details
- Report section
- 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
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 Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the fire extinguishers throughout the facility not current and retagged to current. The fire extinguishers were last tagged 12/2022. The provider advised that the fire department was recently at the facility to facilitate a training and checked all extinguishers and signs to ensure up to date but at that time they were all current. Counselor advised provider that as of todays date the extinguishers are not current and need to be serviced and retagged to a current date. Provider had the fire extinguishers serviced and retagged at the time of inspection. The updated tagged date of 01/2024. TA was provided to ensure that the fire ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-05
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- A refrigerator was observed without a thermometer or with a thermometer showing a temperature reading greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, F.1.
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the mini black refrigerator/ freezer combo in the infants and one year old classroom with no thermometer in the refrigerator or freezer section. At the time of inspection the provider placed a thermometer in the refrigerator. TA was provided to ensure provider places a thermometer in the unit by the due date.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 25 - Meals and Snacks
- Official code
- 25-07
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- A freezer was observed without a thermometer or with a thermometer showing a temperature reading greater than 0 degrees Fahrenheit. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, F.1.
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the mini black refrigerator/ freezer combo in the infants and one year old classroom with no thermometer in the refrigerator or freezer section. At the time of inspection, the provider placed a thermometer in the freezer. TA was provided to ensure provider places a thermometer in the unit by the due date.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 25 - Meals and Snacks
- Official code
- 25-08
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Bottles and/or sippy cups brought from home were not labeled with childs first and last name. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.5, B Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the counselor observed bottles and cups in the infant and one year old classroom as well as the two and three year old classroom that were not labeled and or not labeled correctly to include the childs full first and last name. Provider immediately instructed staff to label the bottles and cups at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure provider labels or encourages parents to label bottles and cups for children in care with the childs full name and maintain labeling at all times.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 28 - Bottles, Breastmilk, Formula and Infant Food
- Official code
- 28-02
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 inspection, the counselor observed the children listed on the supplemental with expired Immunization forms on file. Child As form was expired as of 10/9/23, child Bs form was expired as of 10/1/23, child Cs form was expired as of 12/6/23, child Ds form was expired as of 10/13/23 and child E's form was expired as of 12/9/23. TA was provided to ensure that children enrolled have current Immunization forms on file by the due date and that documentation is maintained at all times.
- Correction status
- Due by February 2, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-02
No recorded violations in this report
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
What steps does the center take to ensure that all cleaning supplies and hazardous materials are stored securely and out of reach of children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records show multiple instances where cleaning supplies or hazardous materials were found in areas accessible to children, most recently in April 2026.
- Context
- The provider locked the cabinet at the time of the April 2026 inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
Can you walk me through the current process for verifying that all children are accounted for during walking transitions and how staff document these checks?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from April 2026 noted that transportation logs were missing required verification signatures.
- Context
- Correction was due by May 12, 2026.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How does the center manage and maintain its employee roster in the state's background screening system to ensure all staff are properly cleared?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records show that the facility has been cited for issues related to maintaining a current employee roster for background screening.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is the center's current approach to maintaining appropriate staff-to-child ratios and group sizes throughout the day?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records indicate that maintaining consistent staff-to-child ratios and group sizes has been a repeated area of focus during inspections over the last few years.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How does the center ensure that all staff members are up to date on their required annual training and professional development?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection reports show that documentation of staff training requirements, including annual in-service hours and introductory training, has been a recurring topic in recent years.
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