Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 2.26
- Local median
- 1.86
North Ridge Christian Preschool
2250 State Road 17 S, Haines City, FL 33844
- License:
- C10PO0118
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 12, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, VPK, After School, Full Day, Transportation
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 194
- License expiration:
- March 31, 2027
Typical cost: $1,127 - $1,157 (Under 1)
Child’s age
$1,127 - $1,157/mo
Median daily rate: $52.00 - $53.40
Official Florida Division of Early Learning Polk 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 inspectionApril 27, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsApril 27, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 27 available inspections for North Ridge Christian Preschool from March 30, 2023 through April 27, 2026.
16 inspections recorded violations, with 61 recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on March 25, 2026 and involved equipment or readiness, with a due date of April 24, 2026.
Hazardous access was a higher-concern topic that showed up in five 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
- 27
- Recorded violations
- 61
- Higher-concern violations
- 13
- Repeated topics
- 9
6 in last 12 months
7 in last 12 months
1 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
27 total inspections vs 6 local median in 33844
Compared to 17 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 33%
- Local median
- 32%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 59%
- Local median
- 51%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 9
- Local average
- 3.12
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Equipment or readiness
Appeared across 6 inspections, with 7 recorded violations.
November 30, 2023November 26, 2024January 8, 2025February 20, 2025July 25, 2025March 25, 2026Health or food records
Appeared across 5 inspections, with 8 recorded violations.
November 30, 2023March 21, 2024July 24, 2024November 26, 2024March 26, 2025Staff training
Appeared across 5 inspections, with 11 recorded violations.
July 25, 2023February 9, 2024November 26, 2024March 26, 2025November 17, 2025Hazardous access
Appeared across 4 inspections, with 4 recorded violations.
July 25, 2023November 26, 2024March 26, 2025November 17, 2025Background screening
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
November 30, 2023July 24, 2024March 26, 2025Emergency preparedness
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
July 25, 2023August 26, 2024November 26, 2024Facility condition
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 8 recorded violations.
November 30, 2023March 21, 2024March 25, 2026Administrative posting
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
November 30, 2023March 21, 2024Recordkeeping
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 4 recorded violations.
July 25, 2023July 24, 2024Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
No recorded violations in this report
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 that there are several areas in the 2-year-old classroom that are peeling paint and in the 3-year-old classroom there are several areas of peeling paint, behind the sink in the first restroom to the right there is peeling paint and there is a broken marble window sill that is broken. TA was provided to sand and paint these areas and to repair or replace the window sill by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by April 24, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The ground cover or other protective surface under the [swing sets] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed that the mulch only measured 1-4 inches under the swing sets. TA was provided that the mulch is required to measure 6 inches in depth 6 ft out and around by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by April 24, 2026
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-07
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 that the restroom in the hallway had Lysol spray and deodorizing sprays on the sink accessible to children. The staff in charge that is listed in the supplemental, put the items below the locked sink during the inspection.
- 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 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 staff listed in the supplemental did not have a transcript in their files to show if the training was started in their first 90 days of industry. TA the staff will need to start the required DCF 40 hours by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by December 17, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-03
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documentation to show completion of a Department approved five-hour early literacy and language development course for child care personnel within 12 months of date of employment in child care industry and/or the early literacy course documentation was not uploaded in the Florida Pathways/Registry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.2 and 4.5, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3)
- Report comments
- The staff listed in the supplemental did not complete the required 5-hour literacy in the required 12-month period. TA was provided that the staff will need to complete the training by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by December 17, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-06
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- All child care personnel who completed DCF training did not complete additional DEL-approved health and safety training by required date. (Section 3.2.A.1. and 3.2.C Training Requirements, Page 7) [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the staff listed in the supplemental did not complete their SR training is their first 90 days. TA was provided that the additional SR training of health and nutrition and safety practices should have been completed in the staff's first 90 days. The training will need to be completed by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by December 17, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-16
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The ground cover or other protective surface under the [the large play equipement] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the resilient surface under and around the large stationary play equipment only measured 2-4 inches. At the top of the slides and the climbing areas where a child could fall from the top there are only 2 inches of resilient surface below and only 4" at the bottom of all three slides. TA was provided that 6 inches of resilient surface is required 6 ft out and around. The provider will need to add more mulch before the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by August 24, 2025
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-07
No recorded violations in this report
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 the staff restroom in the hall was unlocked and had sanitizing spray on the sink counter and in the unlocked cabinet below the sink. There was Lysol toilet cleaner, disinfecting spray and pine sol accessible to children. TA was provided to put a lock on the outside door or store all cleaning supplies and sprays under the sink and put a lock on the cabinet. In the kitchenette in the hallway, under the sink there were Lysol wipes and disinfecting spray accessible to children. TA was provided to put a lock on this cabinet. The director moved all chemicals during the inspection.
- 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: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Formula and/or food brought from home was not labeled with the childs first and last name. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.6, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the water containers were not all labeled with the children's first and last name throughout the facility. TA was provided that the water containers must have first and last names and they will need to be added before the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by April 25, 2025
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 28 - Bottles, Breastmilk, Formula and Infant Food
- Official code
- 28-04
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3)
- Report comments
- The staff that are listed in the supplemental did not complete the required 5-hour literacy. One staff started in the industry on 6/19/23 and should have completed it by 6/19/24 and the second staff started in the industry on 8/22/23 and should have completed it by 8/22/24. TA was provided that both staff will need to complete the training before the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by April 25, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-06
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]
- Report comments
- The staff that are listed in the supplemental did not complete the required SR additional training Health and Nutrition and Safety Practices. TA was provided that the staff will need to complete the training by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by April 25, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-17
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Child(ren) did not have a Florida Certification of Immunization (DH Form 680) or a Religious Exemption from Immunization (DH Form 681), on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed that the child listed in the supplemental had an expired immunization. TA was provided that the immunizations will need to be current before the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by April 25, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-01
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]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the staff that are listed in the supplemental had more than a 90-day break and service and should have had a resubmit completed in the Clearing House before they were hired. TA was provided to have the Background screening due by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by April 5, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-07
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The ground cover or other protective surface under the [swings and around the large stationary equipment that has many slides.] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the re-inspection, the mulch that had been added to the playground only measures 2-3 inches around the large stationary equipment and 4" under the swings. TA was provided that 6" of resilient surface is required 6 ft out and around. The Licensing Specialist recommended that the provider use a ruler and measuring tape to make sure they have enough resilient surface.
- Correction status
- Due by March 18, 2025
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-07
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The ground cover or other protective surface under the [large play equipement that has two slides and the swings] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that the mulch did not measure more than 2-3 inches under the swings and the large stationary play equipment still. TA was provided that the requirement is 6" of resilient surface 6 ft out and around on all stationary play equipment. Mulch will need to be added.
- Correction status
- Due by February 7, 2025
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-07
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- An unscreened individual was left alone with children in care. s.435.06(2)(a), F.S. and CCF Handbook, Section 5.2, C (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the director that is listed in the supplemental stated the staff that is listed in the supplemental was fingerprinted but she was not able to get into the Clearing House to check the Clearance letter. The Licensing Specialist checked the Clearing House, and the Determination stated a new screening is required. The staff 's date of hire was 10/21/24 and she was not eligible, and she was alone with the children in the 3-year-old classroom. TA was provided that all personnel must have an eligible Clearance letter before starting to work. The staff was asked to leave by the director during the inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
- Official code
- 04-18
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facilitys outdoor play space was not enclosed with fencing or walls a minimum of 4 feet in height. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, F (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed the fencing in the large playground behind the swing set, did not measure the required 48" requirement, it only measured 46" in several areas. TA was provided to dig the buildup of sand and mulch away from the fencing or to place something along the top of the fencing in order to achieve the 48" requirement.
- Correction status
- Due by December 6, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-05
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- The facilitys fencing walls or gate area had gaps that could allow children to exit the outdoor play area. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, F (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed the double gate to the back of the large playground had a 5" gap at the bottom of the right side. Also, areas of the fencing are not attached to the poles in several areas. TA was provided to lower the gate or place a boarder along the bottom to close the gap and to reattach the fencing to the stabilizing poles.
- Correction status
- Due by December 6, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-06
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documentation of a fire extinguisher being properly maintained to include being serviced and retagged timely, and/or with a current certificate. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, B (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed the fire extinguishers were all expired, they were tagged October 2023. TA was provided that all fire extinguishers must be service annually. Fire drills were conducted on a monthly basis and the last fire drill was conducted on 10/20/24. TA was provided to complete a fire drill before the end of this month.
- Correction status
- Due by December 26, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-05
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]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, there were several water bottles that were not labeled or were labeled with first names only. TA was provided that all sippy cups and water bottles must have the child's first and last name. The staff labeled the water bottles during the inspection.
- 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: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The ground cover or other protective surface under the [swing sets and under the slides and around the large stationary play equipement.] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that the mulch under the swing and the slides and around the large stationary equipment only had 3 inches of mulch. TA was provided that all stationary equipment is required to have 6"of resilient surface 6 ft out and around. The provider will need to add more mulch to the playground.
- Correction status
- Due by December 26, 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 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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3)
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist reviewed the staff files and the staff listed in the supplemental did not complete the required 5-hour literacy in the first 12 months of industry start date.
- Correction status
- Due by December 26, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-06
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 re-inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the fire extinguisher in the two transportation vans with serviced tag of May 2023. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that fire extinguisher are serviced annually.
- Correction status
- Due by September 25, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-05
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 inspection, License Specialist reviewed childrens files and determined that the child listed on the supplemental had an expired immunization forms on file. 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 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 August 23, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-02
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The personnel/ volunteer (ten hours or more per month) record did not include a CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form signed annually. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, C Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the Child Care Personnel listed on supplemental did not have current CF- FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form signed annually. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that the CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form are signed annually. License Specialist reviewed all Child Care Personnel files, totaling 21. •
- Correction status
- Due by August 23, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-04
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- A Volunteer Acknowledgement (Form CF-FSP 5217) was not on file prior to volunteering. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, F
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the volunteer listed on the supplemental did not have a Volunteer Acknowledgement (Form CF-FSP 5217) was not on file prior to volunteering. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all volunteers completed a volunteers complete the acknowledgment form prior to volunteering.
- Correction status
- Due by August 23, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-05
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The facility failed to maintain written documentation for the number of hours a volunteer worked. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, F
- Report comments
- At the time inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the facility did not maintain the volunteer hours. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that volunteer hours worked are documented and maintained.
- Correction status
- Due by August 23, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-06
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- The facility failed to maintain a current Employee/Contractor Roster for all child care personnel in the Clearinghouse. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, K
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the provider failed to maintain the employee roster. The Child Care Personnel listed on the attached supplemental was not added to the employee roster within 10 days. Technical assistance was provided to add or remove staff within ten days of the hire or departure date.
- Correction status
- Due by August 23, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-09
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- Contact information and emergency medical consent for all children being transported was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.3, A (Section 6.1, number 4) General Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, the counselor determined that the facility did not have emergency contacts nor emergency medical consent for children being transported on file. TA was provided to ensure that the required information is on file for Licensing to review by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by April 19, 2024
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 05 - Transportation
- Official code
- 05-07
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The drivers personnel record did not include [ An annual physical examination which grants medical approval to drive, Valid certificate(s) of course completion for first aid training and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) procedures]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, E (Section 6.2, numbers 1 and 2) General Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, the counselor determined that the driver listed on the supplemental did not have a current medical examination granting staff to transport on file that was current. The last examination was dated on 9/1/2022. The provider confirms that the staff has been transporting children in care continuously. The counselor also determined that the drivers listed on the supplemental did not hold credentials documented to show completion of CPR and First Aid training prior to transporting children in care. The provider also confirms that the staff has been recently transporting. TA was provided to ensure that the staff has a current medical examination on file fo ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 19, 2024
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 06 - Driver's License, Physician Certification & First Aid/CPR Training
- Official code
- 06-02
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The facility used electronic media time with children younger than 2 years of age. CCF Handbook, Section 2.6, C
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the counselor observed one year old children at the facility watching coco mellon with media. A few children were watching the screen while counselor completed ratio. Counselor reminded the staff that last inspection the counselor advised that children in care under the age of two can not have any media. Counselor reiterated the rule today during time of inspection. The staff turned off the video at time of inspection. Counselor later observed the staff using the cd player in the classroom to play music for the one year old children. TA was provided to ensure that children under two are not offered media time while in care. Not Monitored Comments At ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 09 - Planned Activities
- Official code
- 09-06
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 10, number 1) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the air conditioning vents throughout the facility to include inside the restrooms with dust build up. Counselor and provider discussed the cleaning of vents monthly as it is apart of the physical environment log and counselor reminded the provider to check the vents often and maintaining dusting as needed. TA was provided to ensure that the facility is clean and vents are maintained. Counselor also reminded the provider that vehicles should also remain clean as discussed today and last inspection any litter should be discarded of and not left in the facilities vehicles.
- Correction status
- Due by April 19, 2024
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 10, number 1) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the black fencing on the older childrens playground with the top end of the fence in some areas not attached. The fencing needs to be secured and intact. TA was provided to ensure that the fence is in good repair by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by April 19, 2024
More details
- 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 (Section 1, number 1) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the capacity was not posted in multiple classrooms to the right of the facility from the entrance. Provider posted the capacity to classrooms at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the capacity is posted in each room.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 15 - Licensed Capacity
- Official code
- 15-05
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- The floor mats available for children in care were not covered with an impermeable surface. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1, D (Section 12.4, number 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the counselor observed sleeping mats that were torn and not impermeable. The provider advised the provider that torn mats must be replaced. TA was provided to ensure that mats are not torn and are impermeable by the due date. Provider was also encouraged to read, CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1, G & H for more information.
- Correction status
- Due by April 19, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 18 - Bedding and Linens
- Official code
- 18-06
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Diaper changing procedure was not posted in the changing area and/or was not followed. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, L
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the counselor observed staff in the two year old classroom change a childs diaper, disinfect the surface, wash their hands but failed to wash the childs hands. The counselor advised that staff that the childs hands must be washed as well and asked the staff to wash the childs hands. The counselor also encouraged the staff to review the diaper changing procedures. Staff washed the childs hands at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the diaper changing procedures are posted and followed.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
- Official code
- 30-14
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 (Section 19.2, number 1) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, the counselor determined that the child listed on the supplemental did not have a current medical physical on file. The medical physical on file was last dated 1/25/2022. The form was expired as of 1/25/2024. TA was provided to ensure that the form is current by the due date for licensing to review.
- Correction status
- Due by April 19, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
- Official code
- 42-02
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The director responsible for the daily operation of the program did not have an active Director Credential. CCF Handbook, Section 4.7
- Inspector notes
- On Wednesday, February 7th the provider emailed the counselor notice that the facility does not have staff with current director's credentials. Provider stated that previous director plans to renew credentials but allowed credentials to lapse and expired on 1/29/2024. TA was provided to ensure that facility has an active director who has current credentials by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by July 29, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 34 - Credentialed Staff
- Official code
- 34-04
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility owner failed to notify the licensing authority within five working days of when the facility lost the credentialed director or when there was a change of director. CCF Handbook, Section 4.7, D. 1 and 2
- Report comments
- On Wednesday, February 7th the provider emailed the counselor notice that the facility does not have staff with current director's credentials and the previous director allowed her credentials to lapse and credentials expired as of 1/29/2024. The provider did not notify the Office of Licensing within 5 working business days of the change or loss of director until the 7th day. TA was provided to ensure that provider notifies the Office of Licensing within 5 days of a change of loss of director or change.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 34 - Credentialed Staff
- Official code
- 34-07
Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
- Report finding
- A ratio of [2 staff] child care personnel for [11 - one year old children] children is required. A ratio of [1 staff ] child care personnel for [11 - one year old children] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. General Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- 1 staff; 10 children ages two years old 1 staff; 6 children ages one year old 1 staff; 11 children ages one year old 1 staff; 17 children VPK 1 staff; 16 children VPK 1 staff; 8 children two and three years old 1 staff; 11 children VPK 1 staff; 9 children VPK 1 staff; 7 children ages three years old 1 staff; 9 children ages three years old 1 staff; 17 children VPK 2 other staff New Ratio 1 staff; 10 children ages two years old 1 staff; 6 children ages one year old 2 staff; 11 children ages one year old 1 staff; 17 children VPK 1 staff; 16 children VPK 1 staff; 8 children two and three years old 1 staff; 11 children VPK 1 staff; 9 children VPK 1 staff; 7 children ages three ye ... [truncated]
- 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
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The facility used electronic media time with children younger than 2 years of age. CCF Handbook, Section 2.6, C
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the counsel or observed the one year old classroom with a Jack Harmon dance video on the television for music time. Some one year old children were watching the video. Counselor advised staff that children under the age of one year old can not have media with video. Counselor suggested playing music for music time with no video if using the television. Staff immediately turned the tv off and played a cd in a cd player for the children to enjoy music time. TA was provided to ensure that children under the age of two years old are not offered media time while in care.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 09 - Planned Activities
- Official code
- 09-06
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Areas of the facility were found to be in need of cleaning. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the counselor observed all of the air conditioning vents throughout the facility with dust build up. The counselor also observed in the girls restroom an air intake vent with dust build up. Counselor advised the provider that the vents need to be cleaned. Provider advised that the air conditioning company and or the church cleans them but is not sure of a schedule. Counselor advised that the provider needs to ensure they are cleaned at all times in between scheduled cleanings. TA was provided to ensure that the facility is cleaned and that cleaning is maintained at all times.
- Correction status
- Due by December 29, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-01
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- A safety deficiency having a low potential for harm to the children in care was observed. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the fire extinguishers in both vans the facility uses to transport that were not mounted and sitting on the floor next to the driver and passenger seats. Counselor advised provider that the fire extinguishers need to be mounted and that it is a safety hazard. Provider understood and stated that she will have them mounted and for the time being will use bungee cords or zip tie to secure it temporarily while they transport. TA was provided to ensure that the fire extinguishers are mounted by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by December 29, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-06
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- The floor mats available for children in care were not covered with an impermeable surface. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1, D Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the counselor observed in multiple classrooms with sleeping mats that were not impermeable with tears that exposed the foam cushion of the mats. Provider immediately discarded of the mats and replaced the childrens mats that were torn at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the mats are impermeable at all times and observed with no tears.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 18 - Bedding and Linens
- Official code
- 18-06
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]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of inspection, the counselor observed several childrens water bottles throughout the facility that were not labeled with childrens first and last names. Provider stated that they often remind parents of labeling childrens cups and she will send out another reminder to parents. Counselor advised provider that if parents are not labeling the cups and water bottles then the staff needs to ensure they are labeled while present at the facility. Provider immediately had all staff throughout the facility to label the water bottles at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that all of the childrens the water bottles and cups are labeled 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: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The ground cover or other protective surface under the [Swings and stationary climbing equipment] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the resilient surface of mulch on the stationary outdoor equipment on the older childrens playground did not meet the required 6 inches and depth and 6 feet in perimeter. Both swing sets measured at 1 inch of mulch and the large metal equipment with slides measured at 3 and 4 inches of mulch near both slides. Provider stated that she knows the playground needs mulch to meet 6 inches, she also advised that they have mulch ordered and it is stored on the other side of the fence near the playground and will be laid down this week. Counselor observed the mulch stacked in bags at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that t ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by December 29, 2023
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-07
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 child listed on the supplemental had an expired Immunization form a of 11/29/2023. TA was provided to ensure that the child has a current immunization form on file by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by December 29, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-02
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Child(ren) did not have a Student Health Examination/DH (Form 3040), or an equivalent health statement on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2, C Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the child listed on the supplemental did not have a Physical exam documented on file. TA was provided to ensure that the child has a current physical exam documented on file by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by December 29, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
- Official code
- 42-01
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 Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the counselor determined that the child care personnel listed on the supplemental did not have an eligible screening prior to employment at the facility. Counselor observed the personnel in the two year old classroom at time of ratio but staff was not left alone with children in care. Provider stated that she thought staff could not be left alone but that she can be in a classroom. Counselor advised provider that staff should have not started at the facility until she received eligible clearance in the Clearinghouse. Counselor also advised that staff can not be on the premises until results come back eligible. Provider mentioned that the screening w ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by December 20, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-02
No recorded violations in this report
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The facility did not secure written permission either in the form of a general permission or an individual permission slip prior to each field trip activity from the custodial parent or legal guardian. CCF Handbook, Section 2.7, C (Section 8, numbers 3 and 4) General Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the facility is under renovations and the provider is using a classroom in the church building that is not on the license. There were 28 children with three staff. TA was provided that this is considered a field trip and permissions slips are required for all children to be in the other building.
- Correction status
- Due by August 24, 2023
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 10 - Field Trip Permission
- Official code
- 10-03
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 10, number 4) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the school age children where in a classroom that had cleaning supplies (Clorox and Lysol spray) in an unlocked cabinet below the sink. The staff placed the items out of reach of children at the time of the inspection.
- 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: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- Emergency preparedness drills were not conducted when children were in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.5, B (Section 14.1, number 2) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- A weather drill was conducted on 11/7/22 but there was not a lock down drill conducted. A lock down drill was conducted with the counselor at the time of the inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-15
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Child Care personnel, who were not in compliance with training requirements when they left the industry, did not complete required training and any new mandated training before returning to the industry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.3, B
- Report comments
- The staff listed in the supplemental started DCF 40-hour training 1/13/21 and should not have been hired before completing her training. The second staff started in the industry 12/2019 and started her DCF 40-hour classes 2/24/21 and should not have been hired before completing her training. The third staff's date of hire was 6/12/23 and she started her training 12/17/21 and completed 6/17/23, after being hired so she also should have completed her training before being hired.
- Correction status
- Due by August 24, 2023
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-05
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
- The staff listed in the supplemental started it the industry on 8/31/20 and should have completed the required 5-hours literacy by 8/31/21. The staff was hired 6/6/23 and should have compelted the requried training before being hired.
- Correction status
- Due by August 24, 2023
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-06
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Program personnel did not complete training requirements prior to unsupervised contact with or care of children, or if supervised, within 90 days of beginning employment or service with the program. (Section 18.1) Training [SR]
- Report comments
- The staff listed in the supplemental started 3/20/23 and has not completed the required SR training. TA was provided that staff must complete the required SR training that should have been completed in the first 90 days.
- Correction status
- Due by August 24, 2023
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-13
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]
- Report comments
- At the time of the reinspection, the CCR counselor received via email photos of the fire extinguishers located in the transportation vehicles. Upon review of the photos, it was determined the fire extinguishers were rated at 1A:10BC and tagged in April 2023. The provider was made aware these were the incorrect size and later in the afternoon, the CCR counselor received updated photos of the fire extinguishers in the vehicles that were rated at 2A:10BC and were tagged in May 2023. This puts the provider back into compliance for this standard.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-05
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- The facility's transportation log did not include [arrival or departure times as well as second sweep signature.]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.2 (Section 6.2, number 3) General Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the renewal inspection, the counselor reviewed transportation records from October 2022-March 2023. Throughout several of those months, arrival and departure times, as well as second sweep signature were missing from transportation logs. Technical assistance was provided to ensure arrival and departure times as well as second sweep signatures are documented on the transportation logs.
- Correction status
- Due by April 29, 2023
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 05 - Transportation
- Official code
- 05-04
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 10, number 4) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the renewal inspection, the counselor observed Clorox bleach spray, Lysol, Clorox cleaning wipes, and other disinfectant spray underneath changing tables and in cabinets in reach of children in a 1-year-old classroom, 2-year-old classroom, and 3-year-old classroom. Technical assistance was provided to ensure chemicals are stored away from the reach of children. This was resolved at time of inspection as the chemicals were moved higher up, away from the children.
- 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: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documentation of a fire extinguisher being properly maintained to include being serviced and retagged timely, and/or with a current certificate. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, B (Section 14.2, number 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the renewal inspection, the counselor observed in both transportation vehicles that the fire extinguishers were not tagged by a fire authority. Technical assistance was provided to ensure all fire extinguishers are tagged and serviced.
- Correction status
- Due by April 29, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-05
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Hand hygiene procedures, including situations or times, were not posted in food preparation, diapering, and toileting areas. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.1, D
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the renewal inspection, the counselor observed that a handwashing sign was not posted in the 3's room (K3) in the restroom as well as the women and men's restroom in the facility that the children use. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that handwashing signs are posted in toileting areas. This was completed at time of inspection as the signs were posted.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 29 - Health and Sanitation
- Official code
- 29-16
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 renewal inspection, the counselor reviewed all 17 staff files and determined that all staff do not have an annual refresher education of the facility's exposure plan. The provider stated they do not have training documented for that in the files. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all staff have annual refresher education of the facility's exposure plan documented in the file.
- Correction status
- Due by April 29, 2023
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 35 - Communicable Disease Control
- Official code
- 35-12
Questions to ask
Suggested questions for parents based on recorded violations in inspection reports. If there are not enough source-backed violations, you will see general questions for daycare.
Finding-specific
Can you tell me about the current procedures for ensuring that cleaning supplies and other hazardous items are kept out of reach of children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records show that there have been multiple instances where cleaning supplies were found in areas accessible to children. This question helps parents understand the current storage protocols and how the center ensures these items remain secured.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps does the center take to ensure that all staff members are fully cleared through the background screening process before they begin working with children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records show repeated concerns regarding the completion and documentation of background screenings for personnel. This question allows the center to explain their current process for verifying staff eligibility.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you monitor and maintain the safety of the outdoor play areas, specifically regarding the condition of fencing and the depth of protective ground cover?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Official inspection reports indicate multiple findings related to playground safety, including fencing gaps and insufficient mulch depth. This question helps parents understand the routine maintenance schedule for these areas.
Related violations
Finding-specific
Could you describe the process for ensuring that all required staff training and certifications are up to date?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records show several instances where staff training documentation was incomplete or missing. This question helps parents understand how the center tracks and manages professional development requirements for their team.
Related violations
General question
How does the center handle the daily communication with parents regarding their child's health records and any necessary updates to immunization or physical exam forms?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Maintaining accurate health and immunization records is essential for child safety. Asking about this process helps parents understand how the center stays organized and keeps families informed about required documentation.