Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 1.29
- Local median
- 1.17
Christ Academy Of Highlands County LLC
503 S O Mul La Oee Dr, Sebring, FL 33870
- License:
- C10HI0542
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 14, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- VPK, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 6:45AM to 5:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 76
- License expiration:
- July 26, 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
Questions worth asking
The available records raise questions worth asking before enrolling.
Next: Review the inspection history below and ask the provider what the records mean and what changed afterward.
Latest inspectionApril 6, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsApril 6, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 21 available inspections for Christ Academy Of Highlands County LLC from March 8, 2023 through April 6, 2026.
11 inspections recorded violations, with 27 recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on March 3, 2026 and involved emergency preparedness, with a due date of March 13, 2026.
Background screening was a higher-concern topic that showed up in two inspections.
Two later inspections, from March 5, 2026 through April 6, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 21
- Recorded violations
- 27
- Higher-concern violations
- 4
- Repeated topics
- 5
7 in last 12 months
8 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
21 total inspections vs 16 local median in 33870
Compared to 17 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 10%
- Local median
- 15%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 52%
- Local median
- 43%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 5
- Local average
- 2.94
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Health or food records
Appeared across 5 inspections, with 5 recorded violations.
July 19, 2023March 14, 2024November 12, 2025December 18, 2025January 21, 2026Staff training
Appeared across 5 inspections, with 8 recorded violations.
November 14, 2023March 14, 2024November 12, 2024November 12, 2025March 3, 2026Recordkeeping
Appeared across 4 inspections, with 4 recorded violations.
March 14, 2024July 19, 2024November 12, 2025March 3, 2026Emergency preparedness
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
November 14, 2023July 2, 2025March 3, 2026Background screening
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 4 recorded violations.
November 14, 2023July 19, 2024Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- During the facilitys licensure year, fire drills utilizing the approved alarm system were not conducted monthly at various dates and times when children were in care [during the months of November 2025 and Februatry 2026.]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.4, A
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed the facilitys fire drill log and observed the facility failed to conduct a fire drill during the months of November 2025 and February 2026. Technical assistance was given to the provider as a reminder that fire drills must be completed monthly while children are in care and to complete a fire drill prior to the due date. The last fire drill was conducted on 1/20/26 and no emergency preparedness drills have been conducted yet this licensing year. The fire extinguisher(s) were last tagged in March 2025. Technical assistance was given to the provider the year for the January 20th fire drill is incorrect on the log ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by March 13, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-06
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
- 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 and had been employed more than 30 days. Technical assistance was given to the provider to train the staff and document prior to the due date. The provider was reminded that all childcare 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 April 2, 2026
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
- 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 years date.
- Correction status
- Due by April 2, 2026
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-04
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The Student Health Examination or equivalent health statement was not acceptable in that: [ It was not current (over two years old)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the reinspection, the child listed on the supplemental still does not have a current physical per the provider. 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 February 20, 2026
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
- Official code
- 42-02
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The Student Health Examination or equivalent health statement was not acceptable in that: [ It was not current (over two years old)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the reinspection, the provider stated the child listed on the supplemental still does not have a current physical. 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 17, 2026
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
- Official code
- 42-02
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
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed all staff files and determined that the staff listed on the supplemental started the required DCF 40-hour training after the 90 days of employment/industry start date. Technical assistance was given to the provider as a reminder that staff must begin training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry. Lastly, training taken prior to employment in the child care industry does not constitute begin training. The begin training timeframes begin at the time of employment in the child care industry.
- Correction status
- Due by December 11, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-03
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The Student Health Examination or equivalent health statement was not acceptable in that: [ It was not current (over two years old)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed the child listed on the supplemental had an expired health 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 December 11, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
- Official code
- 42-02
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The personnel/ volunteer (ten hours or more per month) record did not include a CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form signed annually. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, C
- 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 December 11, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-04
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- During the facilitys licensure year, fire drills utilizing the approved alarm system were not conducted monthly at various dates and times when children were in care [during the month of June 2025]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.4, A
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed the facility's fire drill log and observed the facility failed to conduct a fire drill during the month of June 2025. Technical assistance was given to the provider as a reminder that fire drills must be conducted monthly at various dates and times when children are in care. The last fire drill was conducted on 5/29/25 and emergency preparedness drills were conducted on 5/28/25 (weather) and 4/20/25 (lockdown). The fire extinguisher(s) were last tagged in May 2025.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-06
No recorded violations in this report
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 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 December 11, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-01
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
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
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed all 16 staff files and determined the staff listed on the supplemental had an expired Child Abuse & Neglect form in their file. The staff signed one while the licensing specialist was present putting them back into compliance for this standard. The provider was reminded this form must be signed annually on or before the prior year's date.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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 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. (missing previous employers & verification). 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 verifi ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by August 18, 2024
More details
- 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
- 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 complete prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by July 29, 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 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. Technical assistance was given to the provider to obtain the reports prior to the due date. Also, technical assistance was given to the provider that the facility now has 5 days to add or delete staff from the roster in the Clearinghouse.
- Correction status
- Due by August 18, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-11
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 inspection, the facility did not have a daily indoor/outdoor checklist. A sample daily checklist was reviewed with the provider and a copy emailed on today's date for use going forward. 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 April 13, 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 written outdoor inspection log. The last log onsite was form 2023 and was blank. A blank outdoor inspection form was printed & reviewed with the provider on today's date for use going forward. The provider was reminded that maintenance must be completed monthly and maintained for 12 months. Lastly, technical assistance was given to the provider to monitor the wooden steps on the climbing equipment as 2 of the boards were observed starting to create a gap and to replace as necessary.
- Correction status
- Due by April 13, 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 40 hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement. CCF Handbook Section 4.2.1
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor 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 April 13, 2024
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 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
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed all staff files and determined that the staff listed on the supplemental had not completed Early Literacy training within 1 year of employment/industry start date. The staff began employment in August 2022 and sis not complete Early Literacy until November 2023. Technical assistance was given to the provider as a reminder that staff have 1 year from 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: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documented proof that all child care personnel were trained and knowledgeable within 30 days of date of hire in [ safe sleep practices and shaken baby syndrome]. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.3 and 4.2.5
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed all staff files and determined that the staff listed on the supplemental had not completed safe sleep training within 30 days of employment. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff complete prior to the due date. The provider was reminded that for staff to satisfy this requirement the training must be accomplished through one of following methods: Department's Health Safety and Nutrition course Safe Sleep course, or the Early Learning Floridas Safe Sleep Practices
- Correction status
- Due by April 13, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-09
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 annual refresher 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 April 13, 2024
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 35 - Communicable Disease Control
- Official code
- 35-12
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
- 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 April 13, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-04
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- During the facilitys licensure year, fire drills utilizing the approved alarm system were not conducted monthly at various dates and times when children were in care [No fire drills were conducted in the months of August, September, and October 2023.]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.4, A
- Inspector notes
- Fire Extinguisher May 2023. (Fire Drills/Emergency Preparedness) Last fire drill was conducted on [7/19/2023], One fire drill using an alternate evacuation route was done on [N/M to date], One fire drill during napping/sleeping times was done on [N/M to date], and One fire drill in the presence and at the request of the licensing authority was done on [11/14/2023], One emergency LOCKDOWN drill was done on [N/M to date], and One emergency INCLEMENT WEATHER drill was done on [N/M to date]. TA: FSC observed provider conduct a fire drill during today's inspection 11/14/20203. Compliance achieved at time of inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-06
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
- 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 • TA: FSC advised provider that child care personnel must complete training by due date.
- Correction status
- Due by December 14, 2023
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
- 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 • TA: FSC advised provider since child care personnel started training prior to working in the industry. She should have started training by November 5 th, 2023. FSC advised provider that child care personnel must complete an additional course by due date.
- Correction status
- Due by December 14, 2023
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-03
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
- Inspector notes
- The facility failed to maintain a current Employee/Contractor Roster for all child care personnel in the Clearinghouse. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, K • TA: FSC observed provider update Employee/Contractor Roster at time of inspection by end dating three previous employees. •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-09
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
- Inspector notes
- Bottles and/or sippy cups brought from home were not labeled with childs first and last name. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.5, B • TA: Compliance achieved at time of inspection as FSC observed infant teacher label bottles with child's first and last name. •
- 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
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
- Inspector notes
- FSC observed two child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the 40 hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement. TA: FSC advised provider child care personnel must complete training requirement by due date.
- Correction status
- Due by April 10, 2023
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-01
Questions to ask
Suggested questions for parents based on recorded violations in inspection reports. If there are not enough source-backed violations, you will see general questions for daycare.
Finding-specific
Could you explain the process for ensuring all staff background screening documentation is complete and up to date?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records show that in past inspections, there were findings related to incomplete background screening documentation for staff members. This question helps parents understand how the center currently manages these important personnel records.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you ensure that monthly fire drills are consistently conducted and documented for all staff and children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records show that the frequency of fire drills has been a recurring topic in multiple reports. This question allows the director to explain the current system for maintaining these safety practices.
- Context
- A later clean inspection occurred on 4/6/2026.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps are taken to ensure that all staff members complete their required training and certifications on time?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report indicates that staff training documentation has been a repeated area of focus across several visits. This question helps families understand the current oversight process for staff professional development.
- Context
- A later clean inspection occurred on 4/6/2026.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you track and manage student health records to ensure they remain current and complete?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records show that maintaining current student health examinations has been a recurring finding in past reports. This question helps parents understand how the center keeps these important health documents up to date.
- Context
- A later clean inspection occurred on 4/6/2026.
Related violations
General question
What is your daily routine for communicating with parents about their child's needs and activities throughout the day?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Establishing a clear communication routine helps parents feel confident about their child's daily care and well-being. This question provides insight into how the center keeps families informed and involved.