Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 3.4
- Local median
- 1.17
Cool Care Learning Center LLC
2151 US 27 N, Sebring, FL 33870
- License:
- C10HI6754
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 14, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, After School, Before School, Drop In, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care, Weekend Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 6:00AM to 6:00PM; Sat: 8:00AM to 5:00PM; Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 54
- License expiration:
- October 29, 2026
Typical cost: $953 - $993 (Under 1)
Child’s age
$953 - $993/mo
Median daily rate: $44.00 - $45.84
Official Florida Division of Early Learning Highlands County data.
Not this provider’s price.
Inspection snapshot
Recent higher-concern violation
At least one higher-concern violation appears in the last 12 months.
Next: Read reports, examine repeated topics below, look at the broader history, and ask what changed afterward.
Latest inspectionJune 15, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsApril 21, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 10 available inspections for Cool Care Learning Center LLC from October 15, 2025 through June 15, 2026.
Four inspections recorded violations, with 34 recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on June 15, 2026 and involved background screening, with a due date of July 14, 2026.
That higher-concern topic showed up in three inspections.
The available reports do not include a later inspection with no recorded violations after that violation.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 10
- Recorded violations
- 34
- Higher-concern violations
- 12
- Repeated topics
- 4
10 in last 12 months
34 in last 12 months
12 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
10 total inspections vs 16 local median in 33870
Compared to 17 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 30%
- Local median
- 15%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 40%
- Local median
- 43%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 4
- 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.
Background screening
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 7 recorded violations.
February 19, 2026April 16, 2026June 15, 2026Staff training
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 8 recorded violations.
February 19, 2026March 23, 2026June 15, 2026Equipment or readiness
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
February 19, 2026June 15, 2026Health or food records
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 6 recorded violations.
February 19, 2026June 15, 2026Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- Infant observed in an infant seat (swing, bouncers, etc.) for a time greater than 30 minutes. CCF Handbook, Section 2.6, F (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed multiple infants asleep in bounce chairs that exceeded 30 minutes. A 1-year -old was observed in a chair by the door that was awake but tired. Technical assistance was given to the provider that infant seats (swings, bouncers, etc.) must be used only for short periods of time, no more than 15 to 30-minute intervals per infant and no more than two times per day that the child is in care
- Correction status
- Due by July 14, 2026
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 09 - Planned Activities
- Official code
- 09-13
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 an unlocked cabinet in the kitchen area near the hallway leading to the childrens bathrooms with no lock that contained bleach, air freshener, disinfectant and floor cleaner. 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 and to complete prior to the due date. Additional time was allotted to align the due dates.
- Correction status
- Due by July 14, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 13 - Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons
- Official code
- 13-03
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]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed the following: the plastic slide under the shade cloth was missing the side rail on one side • multiple pieces of trash or broken toys was observed (i.e. rocks, sandbags, plastic PVC elbows, napkins/wipes, a broken childrens plastic rake, broken concrete located near the fence, bottle cap and a wooden pushcart that had the coating peeling off • ants were observed along the rear wall and along the wooden fencing • Technical assistance was given to the provider to remove/repair/treat for ants all abovementioned items prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by July 14, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-01
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- A cot, bed, crib, mattress, playpen or floor mat was not available for all children who napped or slept. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed the school-aged children sleeping either on a rug or on the floor without mats. The specialist asked the staff if the children had mats and the teacher stated no. Technical assistance was given to the provider to add mats or cots prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by July 14, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 18 - Bedding and Linens
- Official code
- 18-01
Higher concern: Sleep safety
- Report finding
- The bedding available was not safe and poses a threat to the health, safety or well-being of a child in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed multiple infants asleep in bounce chairs that exceeded 30 minutes. A 1-year -old was observed in a chair by the door that was awake but tired. Technical assistance was given to the provider that infant seats (swings, bouncers, etc.) must be used only for short periods of time, no more than 15 to 30-minute intervals per infant and no more than two times per day that the child is in care.
- Correction status
- Due by July 14, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 18 - Bedding and Linens
- Official code
- 18-02
Higher concern: Sleep safety
- Report finding
- The nap/sleep space was under furniture or against furniture that created a hazard. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.2, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed children napping under/near furniture creating a hazard. Technical assistance was given to the provider to ensure children are not placed near any furniture or hazards while napping.
- Correction status
- Due by July 14, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 19 - Nap/Sleep Space Requirements
- Official code
- 19-04
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Open packages of perishable or leftover foods were not [ labeled with date]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed a container of strawberries, cut apples, bananas, rice and sliced cheese in the refrigerator that was not labeled with type & date. Technical assistance was given to the provider as a reminder that all foods must be properly covered, labeled with the date and discarded within 7 days of opening and to label all food prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by July 14, 2026
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-21
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The facilitys refrigerator and/or freezer does not have an appropriate thermometer. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, F.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed the mini refrigerator in the 1/2-yera-old classroom did not have thermometer. Technical assistance was given to the provider to place a thermometer in the refrigerator prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by July 14, 2026
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-23
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Frozen food was not [ labeled by date and type]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, F.2 and 3. (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed frozen pancakes and an opened bag of frozen mixed vegetables in the freezer that were not sealed properly and/or labeled with type & date. Technical assistance was given to the provider that once removed from the original packaging, the foods must be labeled with either the manufacturers expiration date (if still in an opened package) or once opened, labeled with the date the package was opened and to label all foods prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by July 14, 2026
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-24
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Meals and/or snacks supplied by the facility did not meet the daily nutritional needs of the children in care in that [some of the days did not meet the required food groups.]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed the facilitys menu and observed snack only contained 1 food group and some days on lunch only contained 4 food groups. Technical assistance was given to the provider to update the menu prior to the due date and was reminded breakfast is 3 food groups, lunch is 5 food groups and snack is 2 food groups.
- Correction status
- Due by July 14, 2026
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 25 - Meals and Snacks
- Official code
- 25-01
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The facility's menu was not [ was not dated, did not have substitutions noted]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, H (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed the facilitys menu and observed there are 4 pages and none of the pages included a date. The pages only said Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday. Also, the specialist observed the children were served chicken, rice mixed vegetables, strawberries and milk for lunch. None of the 4 pages posted had this combination listed. Technical assistance was given to the provider to update the menu prior to the due date and was reminded that the menu must be planned, written, dated, and posted at the beginning of each week in an easily seen place, accessible to the parents/guardians and any substitutions must be noted.
- Correction status
- Due by July 14, 2026
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 26 - Meal and Snack Menus
- Official code
- 26-01
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed the several cups/bottles that were not labeled with the childs first and last name. Technical assistance was given to the provider as a reminder that all bottles, sippy cups, etc. must be labeled with the childs first and last name.
- Correction status
- Due by July 14, 2026
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 28 - Bottles, Breastmilk, Formula and Infant Food
- Official code
- 28-02
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Items unrelated to diaper changing were stored in the diaper changing area or placed on the diaper changing table/surface. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, G (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed a trash can lid, a drawstring bag and half of a chair on the changing table in the 3 & 4-year-old classroom. Note: the provider was in the process of moving items around getting ready for nap time. Technical assistance was given to the provider as a reminder that items unrelated to diaper changing shall not be stored in the diaper changing area nor shall they be placed on the diaper changing table and to remove the items prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by July 14, 2026
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
- Official code
- 30-07
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Child care personnel who completed ELFL health and safety modules did not complete additional DEL-approved health and safety training by required date. (Section 3.2.A.2.a. and 3.2.C Training Requirements, Page 7) [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed all staff files and observed the staff listed on the supplemental completed the 2 new additional pre-service classes after 90-days of employment. (Health & Safety & Health & Nutrition in the SR program courses). Technical assistance was given to the provider as a reminder that all child care personnel must complete these preservice training requirements within 90 days of initial employment with any School Readiness provider.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-17
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The facility did not have a fully-completed enrollment form (CF-FSP Form 5219) or equivalent form for the child(ren) in care. CCF Handbook, Section 7.3 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed the children listed on the supplemental were missing enrollment/start dates on their application/registration form. Technical assistance was given to the provider to complete prior to the due date. The provider was also encouraged to review all childrens files to ensure each file is complete and has an enrollment/start date.
- Correction status
- Due by July 14, 2026
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 43 - Enrollment Information
- Official code
- 43-02
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- Personnel records or copies of records were not being maintained at the facility and available for review by the licensing authority. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed all 11 staff files and observed the staff listed on the supplemental did not have a file available for review and was onsite during the inspection. Technical assistance was given to the provider to ensure a file is onsite and available for review prior to the due date. The specialist did confirm the staff had a background screening and training.
- Correction status
- Due by July 14, 2026
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-01
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 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) 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 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 July 14, 2026
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) 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. (missing employer & verification). Technical assistance was given to the provider to complete prior to the due date. The provider was reminded that 5-year employment historys 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 do ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by July 14, 2026
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) 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 June 25, 2026
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-07
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- Background screening was not completed: [ after a 90-day break in service.] CCF Handbook, Section 5.2 Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist added new staff and observed the staff listed on the supplemental had a 90-day break in service and was not rescreened prior to employment. The provider initiated a resubmission while the specialist was still present. Technical assistance was given to the provider as a reminder that child care personnel must be re-screened following a break in employment in the child care industry that exceeds 90 days.
- Correction status
- Due by April 26, 2026
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-07
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3)
- Report comments
- At the time of the reinspection, the staff listed still 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 childcare industry. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff start complete/pass tests prior to the due date. Note: the staff is scheduled to test on 3/28/26.
- Correction status
- Due by April 22, 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 still had not started the required DCF 40-hour training within 90-days of employment/industry start date or tested. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff start a class in Part 1 or Part 2 or sign up for a test prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by April 22, 2026
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-03
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Child care personnel did not complete preservice training requirements prior to unsupervised contact with or care of children or, if supervised, within 90 days of beginning employment or service with the provider. (Section 3.1 and 3.2 Training Requirements, Page 7) [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 still had not completed pre-service training. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff to complete the training prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by April 15, 2026
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-13
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 a plastic slide that was missing the slide protector section at the bottom of one side. Technical assistance was given to the provider to install the section or remove from the playground prior to the due date. Also, the specialist observed black boards with various items attached (light sockets, doorknobs, wheels. plastic pipes, handles, cords, etc.). Technical assistance was given to the provider to remove all cords and move/relocate upwards all items that could injure a child should they fall. Lastly, the specialist observed a section of missing wood on the corner of the fence nearest the door that had 2 nail ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by March 18, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The food preparation area does not have a hand washing station or the hand washing station did not include the following: [hot water.]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.1, A.7. (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed the infant classroom is preparing bottles in the classroom and the sink does not have hot water. Also, the hand wash sink in the kitchen does not have hot water. Technical assistance was given to the provider to ensure the handwash sinks have hot water measuring a minimum of 100 degrees prior to the due date or have the bottles prepped in the kitchen/food area.
- Correction status
- Due by March 18, 2026
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-09
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 March 18, 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 or sign up for a test prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by March 18, 2026
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-03
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) 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 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 March 18, 2026
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-09
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Child care personnel did not complete preservice training requirements prior to unsupervised contact with or care of children or, if supervised, within 90 days of beginning employment or service with the provider. (Section 3.1 and 3.2 Training Requirements, Page 7) [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 complete the required pre-service training prior to being alone with the children and/or within 90-days of employment. Technical assistance was given to th0e provider to have the staff start and complete pre-service training prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by March 18, 2026
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-13
Higher concern: Medication
- Report finding
- Child care personnel administering medication did not have documentation of education on proper administration procedures. CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, I (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the inspection, the child listed on the supplemental has an Epi pen onsite. Upon review of the childs file, there was no documentation of training in the file. Technical assistance was given to the provider that prior to administering medication to children, childcare personnel responsible for administering medication must be educated on proper administration procedures and to obtain the proper training/documentation prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by March 18, 2026
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 40 - Medication
- Official code
- 40-18
Higher concern: Medication
- Report finding
- Additional documentation describing the symptoms that would require the prescription and/or non-prescription medication used on an as needed basis to be administered was not on file. CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, A and 2.5.3, C & D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the child listed on the supplemental has an Epi pen onsite. Upon review of the childs file, there was an allergy form in the file that was written in Spanish. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have an English version of the form that details the signs & symptoms prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by March 18, 2026
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 40 - Medication
- Official code
- 40-22
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- Documentation of Level 2 Clearinghouse screening clearance was missing for child care personnel. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1,C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) 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 started employment prior to a cleared background screening being obtained. The employment date was verified with the provider at the time of the inspection. Also, the additional staff lived outside of Florida within the past 5-years and was not included in the original screening (state is not an NFF state). Technical assistance was given to the provider as a reminder that staff cannot begin employment until a cleared background screening has been received and to initiate a resubmission for the other staff including the prior state prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by March 1, 2026
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-02
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- An employment history verification was not documented and on file. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) 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, employers not documented and/or not a full 5-years worth of employment). Technical assistance was given to the provider to complete prior to the due date. The provider was reminded that 5-year employment historys 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 w ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by March 18, 2026
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-04
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- Child care personnels Level 2 documentation was incomplete in that [ A copy of out-of-state child abuse and neglect registry search is missing., A copy of out-of-state sexual offender/predator registry search is missing.]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1, D, E, and F (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed all staff files & observed the staff listed on the supplemental had resided outside of the state of Florida within the past 5 years, been employed for more than 45 days and had no documentation that abuse & neglect or sexual offender checks were completed. Technical assistance was given to the provider to request/obtain the reports prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by March 18, 2026
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-11
No recorded violations in this report
Questions to ask
Suggested questions for parents based on recorded violations in inspection reports. If there are not enough source-backed violations, you will see general questions for daycare.
Finding-specific
Could you explain the current process for ensuring all staff background screenings are up to date and fully documented in their personnel files?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from a June 2026 inspection indicate that background screening documentation was incomplete for some staff members. Asking about the current process helps clarify how the center now ensures all personnel records are maintained in compliance with requirements.
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Finding-specific
What steps are taken to ensure that all hazardous materials are stored securely and out of reach of children at all times?
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- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from June 2026 noted that cleaning supplies were found in an unlocked cabinet accessible to children. This question allows the provider to explain the current storage protocols and safety measures in place.
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How does the center ensure that nap time environments are set up safely and away from any potential hazards?
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- Why ask this
- Available inspection records from June 2026 show a concern regarding the placement of children's nap spaces near furniture. This question helps parents understand how the center currently arranges sleep areas to maintain a safe environment.
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What is the center's current approach to ensuring all staff members complete their required training and certifications on time?
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- Why ask this
- Official records from multiple inspections in 2026 show repeated findings related to staff training requirements. Asking this question provides insight into how the center currently tracks and manages staff development and compliance.
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How does the center maintain its outdoor play areas to ensure they remain free of litter and other potential hazards?
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- Why ask this
- Available inspection reports from February and June 2026 indicate repeated concerns regarding the maintenance of the outdoor play space. This question helps parents understand the routine maintenance schedule and safety checks currently in place.
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