Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 2.08
- Local median
- 1.71
A Blessed Child Pre-School Day Care, Inc
615 N Scenic Hwy, Lake Wales, FL 33853
- License:
- C10PO0224
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 12, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, Food Served, Full Day, Infant Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 61
- License expiration:
- April 29, 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 inspectionMay 14, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMay 14, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 26 available inspections for A Blessed Child Pre-School Day Care, Inc from April 18, 2023 through May 14, 2026.
13 inspections recorded violations, with 54 recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on May 14, 2026 and involved staff training, with a due date of June 13, 2026.
Medication was a higher-concern topic that showed up in one inspection.
The available reports do not include a later inspection with no recorded violations after that violation.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 26
- Recorded violations
- 54
- Higher-concern violations
- 15
- Repeated topics
- 7
11 in last 12 months
25 in last 12 months
7 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
26 total inspections vs 16.5 local median in 33853
Compared to 26 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 23%
- Local median
- 25%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 50%
- Local median
- 50%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 7
- Local average
- 4.27
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 7 inspections, with 8 recorded violations.
August 24, 2023September 29, 2023April 15, 2025August 25, 2025December 3, 2025January 6, 2026February 19, 2026Staff training
Appeared across 7 inspections, with 9 recorded violations.
April 17, 2024December 17, 2024April 15, 2025August 25, 2025December 3, 2025April 10, 2026May 14, 2026Health or food records
Appeared across 6 inspections, with 7 recorded violations.
August 24, 2023December 17, 2024April 15, 2025August 25, 2025December 3, 2025April 10, 2026Facility condition
Appeared across 5 inspections, with 11 recorded violations.
August 24, 2023December 17, 2024April 15, 2025December 3, 2025April 10, 2026Attendance accountability
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
December 17, 2024April 15, 2025December 3, 2025Background screening
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 4 recorded violations.
December 17, 2024January 24, 2025December 3, 2025Hazardous access
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 6 recorded violations.
August 24, 2023April 15, 2025December 3, 2025Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
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 reinspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental did not complete required School Readiness preservice training. Technical assistance was provided that school readiness preservice training is complete within 90 days of employment or prior to unsupervised contact with children in care.
- Correction status
- Due by June 13, 2026
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-13
No recorded violations in this report
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 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed several torn and ripped nap cots for the children in care. Several cots were observed fraying near the edges. Technical assistance was provided that floor mats must be at least one-inch thick and covered with an impermeable surface.
- Correction status
- Due by May 10, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 18 - Bedding and Linens
- Official code
- 18-06
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documented proof that all child care personnel were trained and knowledgeable within 30 days of date of hire in [ safe sleep practices and shaken baby syndrome]. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.3 and 4.2.5 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Training [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental did not complete safe sleep training within 30 days of employment. Technical assistance was provide that all child care personnel who work in a facility that offers care to infants must have training regarding guidance on safe sleep practices, preventing shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma; recognition of signs and symptoms of shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma; strategies for coping with crying, fussing, or distraught child and the development and vulnerabilities of the brain in infancy in early childhood within 30 days of hire at the facility.
- Correction status
- Due by May 10, 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 inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental did not complete required School Readiness preservice training. Technical assistance was provided that school readiness preservice training is complete within 90 days of employment or prior to unsupervised contact with children in care.
- Correction status
- Due by May 10, 2026
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-13
Higher concern: Medication
- Report finding
- Medication was not stored in either a locked area or inaccessible and out of a childs reach. CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, G (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed diaper rash cream was in unsecured bin inside a cubby accessible to the children in care. Technical assistance was provided all medication must have child resistant caps, if applicable, and must either be stored in a locked area or must be out of any childs reach. If medication is stored in the food preparation area, it must be stored in a manner to prevent contamination of food, food contact surfaces, or medication. This standard was brought back into compliance when the diaper rash cream (Desitin) was removed from the cubby bin. •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 40 - Medication
- Official code
- 40-15
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Child(ren) did not have a Student Health Examination/DH (Form 3040), or an equivalent health statement on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the child listed on the supplemental did not have a Student Health Examination on file. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all children have current Student Health Examination on file.
- Correction status
- Due by May 10, 2026
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
- Official code
- 42-01
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 Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of reinspection, Licensing Specialist observed the yellow riding airplane and white riding airplane showing sign of wearing. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that the playground and the playground equipment is in good repair.
- Correction status
- Due by March 21, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-01
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facilitys outdoor play area contained litter, nails, glass or other hazards that posed a low potential for harm to children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of reinspection, Licensing Specialist observed the yellow riding airplane and white riding airplane showing sign of wearing. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that the playground and the playground equipment is in good repair.
- Correction status
- Due by February 5, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-01
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- Supervision of children in the [3-year-old - 5-year-old] group was inadequate in that [there was no Child Care Personnel observed inside the classroom]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 General Requirements [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist enter the facility and observed the classroom with the capacity of 26 with a Child Care Personnel providing direct supervision. There were 21 children inside the classroom sitting the table eating breakfast. Seconds later, a Child Care Personnel exited the facilitys office, and a Child Care Personnel and Director enter the classroom from the hallway near the bathroom. Technical assistance was provided that Child care personnel must be assigned to provide direct supervision to a specific group of children and be with that group of children at all times. Children must never be left without child care personnel supervision inside o ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
- Official code
- 04-01
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, Licensing Specialist observed the facilitys ceiling vents, walls and other items cover in dust. Also, the area rugs inside the classroom were stained. Lastly, the trash can on the playground was not empty at the close of business the previous day. Technical assistance was provided to ensure the facility is cleaned daily.
- Correction status
- Due by January 2, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-01
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- The facility did not have electrical outlet covers or the outlet covers were not in place. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, I Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed missing outlet covers inside the infant classroom where children were actively playing. Technical assistance was to ensure that all outlets are appropriately covered.
- Correction status
- Due by January 2, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-18
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- A potentially harmful item, [cleaning chemical], was not labeled as required. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed spray bottle in the 2-year-old classroom with unknown cleaning chemical that was not labeled. It was later determined the spray bottle contained cleaning solution. Technical assistance was provided to ensure all harmful chemicals are labeled.
- Correction status
- Due by January 2, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 13 - Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons
- Official code
- 13-01
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- The facilitys storage of harmful items including cleaning supplies, flammable products, and poisonous, toxic and hazardous materials allowed access by children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed Vaseline, Blue Magic coconut oil hair conditioner, Olive Miracle hair spray, Aqua Hair Wax and other misc. items on the counter accessible to the children in care. Technical assistance was provided that all potentially harmful items, including cleaning supplies, flammable products, poisonous, toxic, and hazardous materials, must be labeled and used according to manufacturers recommendation. These items, as well as knives, sharp tools, and other potentially dangerous hazards, must be stored in a locked area or must always be inaccessible and out of a childs reach.
- Correction status
- Due by January 2, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 13 - Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons
- Official code
- 13-02
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facilitys outdoor play area contained litter, nails, glass or other hazards that posed a low potential for harm to children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the blue merry go round, red jungle gym, blue climb through tunnel with peeling paint. Also, several broken toys and chairs were observed on the playground. Also, the yellow riding airplane and white riding airplane showing sign of wearing. Also, the there were several indoor equipment outside that was dirty and not clean or in good repair. Also, there was a wheelbarrow position next the facility exterior wall on the playground, allowing children access to the wheelbarrow. Lastly, on the small playground the green outdoor faux grass was not install properly and was folding and several areas causing a tripping hazard. Pr ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by January 2, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-01
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- During the facilitys licensure year, fire drills utilizing the approved alarm system were not conducted monthly at various dates and times when children were in care [in the month July]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.4, A Physical Environment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the facility failed to have documented proof of the facilitys fire drill for July 2025. Provider advised a fire drill was conducted but Provider was unable to provide the documentation. Technical assistance was provided that each fire drill record must be maintained for a minimum of 12 months from the date of the fire drill. Fire drills conducted on 5/15/25, 6/10/25, 8/14/25, 9/1/25, 10/14/25, and 11/14/25. • Emergency Preparedness drill conducted on 9/8/25 (lock down). • Fire inspection completed 1/15/25. • Fire extinguisher serviced September 2025. •
- Correction status
- Due by January 2, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-06
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- The facility's emergency evacuation plan did not include a diagram of safe routes and was not posted in each room. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.5, E Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist did not observe the emergency evacuation plan posted inside the 1-year-old classroom. Technical assistance was provided that the Provider must prepare and post an emergency evacuation plan in each room of the facility, excluding restrooms, including a diagram of safe routes by which the personnel and children may exit in the event of fire or other emergency requiring evacuation.
- Correction status
- Due by January 2, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-10
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. Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed packages of frozen food stored in freezers in the food preparation area that were not labeled with the food item name and dated with the expiration date. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that the frozen food items stored are labeled with name and date of expiration by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by January 2, 2026
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-24
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Diaper changing occurred on a surface that was not impermeable. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, E Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the diaper changing pad inside the infant and 1-year-old 2-year-old classroom did not have an impermeable surface. The diaper changing pad was torn and ripped. Technical assistance was advised that when children in diapers are in care, there must be a diaper changing area with an impermeable surface that is cleaned and sanitized or disinfected after each use.
- Correction status
- Due by January 2, 2026
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
- Official code
- 30-06
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Items unrelated to diaper changing were stored in the diaper changing area or placed on the diaper changing table/surface. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, G Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed items (toys, blanket, socks) stored on the changing table. Also, there were other miscellaneous items unrelated to diapering stored under the changing table. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that only items related to diapering should be on the table changing table.
- Correction status
- Due by January 2, 2026
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
- Official code
- 30-07
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
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental did not complete a department approved five-hour early literacy and language development course within 12 months of date of employment in child care industry. Technical assistance was provided to ensure Child Care Personnel complete the Department approved five-hour early literacy and language development prior to due date.
- Correction status
- Due by January 2, 2026
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-06
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 Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the Provider failed to update the facilitys clearinghouse roster. Technical assistance was provided to update (add/remove) Child Care Personnel to the Employee/Contractor Roster in the Clearinghouse within 5 days. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all Child Care Personnel signed updated Attestation of Good Moral Character (July 2024). •
- Correction status
- Due by January 2, 2026
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-09
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- The attendance roster did not accompany the group of children in that [did not represent the number of children inside the classroom].CCF Handbook, Section 7.5, A Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed classrooms (2-year-old) without a current roster. The attendance roster for the children was not current and did not represent the number of children inside the classroom. The children were moved into on classroom as the numbers when down but was not accounted for. Technical assistance was provided that each classroom must have an attendance sheet/class roster for the group of children occupying that space. Attendance sheet/class roster must accompany the child care personnel and the group of children throughout the day should they leave the classroom. ENFORCEMENT
- Correction status
- Due by January 2, 2026
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 46 - Daily Attendance
- Official code
- 46-07
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The ground cover or other protective surface under the [the large stationary 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 licensing specialist measured the mulch out and around on the large stationary equipment and there was only 3 inches in depth at the bottom of two slide. TA was provided that the provider must have 6" of a resilient surface 6 ft out and around on all stationary equipment. The provider will need to add more mulch by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by September 24, 2025
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-07
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Child care personnel, including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the required in-service training during the states fiscal year beginning July 1 and ending June 30. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.7 (Section 3.3, Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Training [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed the staff files and the staff listed in the supplemental only completed 5 hours before July 1. The staff completed a class 7/2/25 and that will make it completed at the time of the inspection, TA was provided that the 5 hours in service class on 7/2/25 will not be able to be used again for the 25-26 in service year.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-07
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed the children's files and the child that is listed in the supplemental has an expired immunization dated 8/13/25. TA was provided that the immunization will need to be current by the due date. At the time of the inspection, the director/owner that is listed in the supplemental stated they have 58 children enrolled. All new and a total of 20 children's files were reviewed from H-P. The files are in alphabetical order by last name.
- Correction status
- Due by September 24, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-02
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed one year old children in the mixed back classroom of one and two year old children watching an educational video with lullaby songs on an tablet hung on a wall with the screen facing the children who were watching the media. The provider advised that children under the age of two can not have media offered and asked the staff to place the screen down to eliminate the media and have children listen to the audio. The staff immediately turned the screen around facing the wall and children listened to the media. TA was provided to ensure that children under the age of two years old are not offered media.
- 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 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the ceiling fan and air conditioning vents in the middle two and three year old classroom across from the restrooms with dust build up and needing to be cleaned. The specialist also observed the air conditioning vents in the back one and two year old classroom with dust build up and needing to be cleaned as well. The provider immediately dusted the ceiling fans and air conditioning vents at time of inspection while the children were on the playground. TA was provided to ensure that the areas of the facility to include ceiling fans and air conditioning vents are clean.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-01
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- 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 inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the flooring near the entrance door frame and across from the hand washing sink in the two and three year old classroom that was indented with pieces missing from the flooring. TA was provided to ensure that the flooring is repaired by the due date. TS was provided to ensure that tape is not used over electrical outlet covers on the walls.
- Correction status
- Due by May 15, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- 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 inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the sand box on the younger childrens playground with the cover tilted on the top, but when the cover was checked the sand box was filled with standing water. At that time the one and two year old children were also leaving the playground from playing on the playground. The specialist asked the provider to eliminate the water from the sand box. The provider emptied the water from the sand box at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the potential hazard of standing water is not accessible to children on the playground.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Stored food was not consumed or discarded on or before the expiration date listed by the manufacturer. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed a bag of tortillas that was expired as of 3/8/2025. The provider immediately discarded the food item at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the provider follows the recommendation for expiration dates set by the manufacturer.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-18
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- The hand washing station in the diapering area did not include [ soap]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the middle two and three year old classroom where diapering takes place with a required handwashing sink with no soap available for use. The provider asked the staff to replenish the soap near the handwashing sink to ensure soap is available for hand washing. The provider immediately placed soap near the handwashing sink at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that hand washing sinks designated for diapering have the supplies readily to ensure sanitation.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
- Official code
- 30-02
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Diaper changing occurred on a surface that was not impermeable. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, E (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the diapering mat in the two and three year old classroom that had a tear exposing the foam cushion causing the mat to not be impermeable. The provider switched out the mat at time of inspection with a new mat. TA was provided to ensure that the mat is replaced by the due date.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
- Official code
- 30-06
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- Toys, equipment and/or furnishings were not maintained in a sanitary condition and not cleaned and sanitized or disinfected following exposure to bodily fluids. CCF Handbook, Section 3.11, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed two bean bag chairs in the front two classroom that were heavily stained as well as two plastic dolls with plush that were heavily stained as well in the two and three year old classroom. The provider immediately removed all of the indoor toys and furniture from the classroom at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the indoor toys and furniture are sanitary and in good repair by the due date.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 31 - Indoor Equipment
- Official code
- 31-05
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The ground cover or other protective surface under the [on the younger childrens playground near the stationary purple metal car. The resilient surface of sand measured to 2 and a half inches.] 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 inspection, the Licensing specialist observed resilient surface of sand and mulch that was not maintained on the younger childrens playground near the stationary purple metal car. The resilient surface of sand measured to 2 and a half inches. The provider added mulch near the equipment at time of inspection. The specialist remeasured near the equipment and the mulch measured to at least 6 inches in depth and 6 feet in perimeter at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the resilient surface near stationary equipment measures to 6 inches in depth and 6 feet in perimeter at all times.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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 documented proof that all child care personnel were trained and knowledgeable within 30 days of date of hire in [ safe sleep practices and shaken baby syndrome]. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.3 and 4.2.5 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Training [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist determined that the child care personnel listed on the supplemental who was observed as staff in the infant and one year old classroom has not completed safe sleep training. The staff started at the facility on 7/16/2024. TA was provided to ensure that the child care personnel completes the training by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by May 15, 2025
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- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-09
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Child care personnel, who were in compliance with preservice training requirements when they left a School Readiness provider, did not complete new mandated training within 90 days of employment with a School Readiness provider. (Section 3.4.A - Training Requirements, Page 7) [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist determined that the child care personnel listed on the supplemental have not completed required school readiness pre service training courses and have directly supervised children in the classroom as child care personnel. Staff 1 started at the facility on 9/18/2024 and staff 2 started at the facility on 7/16/2024. The staff were required to complete the training courses within 90 days of their start date, staff has not obtained 40-hour DCF training as of yet. TA was provided to ensure that the child care personnel complete all school readiness preservice training courses by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by May 15, 2025
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- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-14
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist determined that the child care personnel listed on the supplemental did not completed exposure plan training prior to starting at the facility. The personnel returned to the facility as a rehire on 3/12/25. The provider had the staff complete training at time of inspection and place on file for Licensing to review. TA was provided to ensure that the exposure plan training is completed initially and annually.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 35 - Communicable Disease Control
- Official code
- 35-12
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- The attendance roster did not accompany the group of children in that [he first two classrooms containing three through five year olds and two and three year old children with attendance rosters that were not complete at 10 AM in the morning while specialist was completing a walk through of the facility. ].CCF Handbook, Section 7.5, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the first two classrooms containing three through five year olds and two and three year old children with attendance rosters that were not complete at 10 AM in the morning while specialist was completing a walk through of the facility. The two and three year old classroom were heading to the playground. The specialist asked staff to complete attendance roster at time of inspection. The staff completed attendance roster to reflect the children present in the classroom. TA was provided to ensure that attendance rosters are maintained at all times. ENFORCEMENT
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- RECORD KEEPING - 46 - Daily Attendance
- Official code
- 46-07
No recorded violations in this report
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 Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time inspection, the provider did not place two staff on the clearing house roster within 5 days of hire. TA: The provider will need to place two staff on the clearinghouse roster before the due date on the inspection.
- Correction status
- Due by February 21, 2025
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- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-09
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Bedding and/or linens were not stored in a sanitary manner. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1, G & H (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the cots were stored in the one year old bathroom. The provider took the cots out of the one year old bathroom. Therefore, it was completed at the time of the inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 18 - Bedding and Linens
- Official code
- 18-12
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- The toileting facility did not have: [ toilet paper] , and within the reach of children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.7, H (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, there was no toilet paper in the one year old bathroom. The provider placed toilet paper in the one year old bathroom which was completed at the time of the inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 21 - Restrooms and Bath Facilities
- Official code
- 21-14
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, there were three staff members that didn't have a fire extinguisher training within 30 days of hire. The staff member was hired 8.14.23 and 4.18.22 and 9.18.24. The staff members took fire extinguisher training therefore it was completed at the time of the inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-09
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The facility did not have a written exposure plan regarding safety precautions for exposure to blood and potentially infectious fluids. CCF Handbook, Section 6 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, there were two staff that did not have safety precautions for exposure to blood and potentially infectious fluids in their file. TA: The two staff will need to have training on safety precautions for exposure to blood and potentially infectious fluids before the due date on the inspection.
- Correction status
- Due by January 16, 2025
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- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 35 - Communicable Disease Control
- Official code
- 35-11
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]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the provider submitted a background screening for a staff member however the background screening stated under childcare 'Agency Review Required'. TA: The provider needed to initiate a resubmission to make sure the staff is eligible to work children.
- Correction status
- Due by December 27, 2024
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- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-02
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- The facility failed to maintain a current Employee/Contractor Roster for all child care personnel in the Clearinghouse. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, K (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time inspection, the provider did not place two staff on the clearing house roster within 7 days of hire. TA: The provider will need to place two staff on the clearinghouse roster before the due date on the inspection
- Correction status
- Due by January 16, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-09
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- The attendance roster did not accompany the group of children in that [there were 3 children not placed on the 3-5 year old room attendance roster. ].CCF Handbook, Section 7.5, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, there were 3 children not placed on the 3-5 year old room attendance roster. The provider placed 3 children on the 35-year-old attendance roster therefore it was completed at the time of the inspection. ENFORCEMENT
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- RECORD KEEPING - 46 - Daily Attendance
- Official code
- 46-07
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The director responsible for the daily operation of the program did not have an active Director Credential. CCF Handbook, Section 4.7
- Correction / follow-up note
- The provider is currently in violation of the staff credential/Directors credential violation requirement, but has been given a corrective action due date of 7/2/24. to come into compliance with this the standard. Licensing staff will follow-up with the provider after the corrective action due date to ensure compliance. The Director that is listed in the supplemental has a Director's Credential that expired on 1/2/24.
- Correction status
- Due by July 2, 2024
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- Report section
- TRAINING - 34 - Credentialed Staff
- Official code
- 34-04
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The ground cover or other protective surface under the [5 seat bouncer, the blue truck, the red climber and the blue tunnels] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D (Section 11.2, number 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the re-inspection, the resilient surface still only measured 3-4 inches on the stationary play equipment. TA was provided that the resilient surface is required to be 6" in depth 6 ft out and around on all stationary play equipment.
- Correction status
- Due by October 29, 2023
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- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-07
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Areas of the facility were found to be in need of cleaning. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 10, number 1) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- The throw rugs in the 1-year-old classroom need to be cleaned or replaced, they are heavily stained and the foam flooring in the infant room is stained and need to be replaced.
- Correction status
- Due by September 23, 2023
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- 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]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the flooring in the restroom is cracking and could be sharp. TA was provided to repair or replace the flooring. The1 year old classroom has gaps around the electrical outlet that the fingers could fit into. TA was provided to fill the area.
- Correction status
- Due by September 23, 2023
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- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
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 10.8, number 2) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the gate on the front playground has a pole that is up against the building that is starting to lean and there is a 4/1/2-inch gap. TA was provided that any gap over 3 1/2 inches must be repaired. TA was provided to put a piece of wood up and attach it to the fencing and wall to close the gap. Also, the front gate has a 5/1/2-inch gap on the bottom of the gate. This will also need to be repaired. TA was provided to loosen the bolts and bump the gate down. There can be no more than a 3 1/2-inch gap there.
- Correction status
- Due by September 3, 2023
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- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-06
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Preparation of food occurred in an area that is not a designated food preparation area. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.1
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the staff was preparing bottles in the infant room and there is only a hand washing sink. The provider was given TA to add an additional portable sink for hand washing since the current sink has hot water or to make the bottles in the kitchen as done previously. The provider moved the formula and water containers back to the kitchen making this completed at the time of the inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-02
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The ground cover or other protective surface under the [the large stationary play equipement with 2 slides, the 4 seated bouncer and the blue bus] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D (Section 11.2, number 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the large stationary play equipment with 2 slides only had 1" of resilient surface at the bottom of both slides. Also, the 4 seated bouncer and the blue bus did not have the required 6" in depth of resilient surface. TA was provided to add more mulch and the mulch must be 6" in depth 6 ft out and around.
- Correction status
- Due by September 23, 2023
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- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-07
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Child care personnel, including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the required in-service training during the states fiscal year beginning July 1 and ending June 30. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.7 (Section 18.6, number 1) Training [SR]
- Report comments
- The staff listed in the supplemental did not complete the required 10 in service hours in the 21-22 year. The provider provided a log and 10 hours completed in the 22-23 year. TA was provided that the 10 in service hours used to be placed completed at the time of the inspection can't be used again for the 22-23 year.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-07
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 that all medications are stored securely and out of reach of children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an April 2026 inspection note an instance where diaper rash cream was found in an unsecured area. This question helps clarify the center's current storage procedures for all health-related items.
- Context
- The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps does the center take to ensure that attendance rosters are always accurate and accompany the children throughout the day?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Official inspection reports from 2024 and 2025 show repeated findings regarding attendance rosters not being fully maintained or accompanying groups of children. Asking about current practices helps parents understand how the center manages group tracking.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How does the center manage the background screening and clearinghouse roster process for new staff members?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records indicate a pattern of findings related to maintaining current employee rosters in the state's background screening clearinghouse. This question allows the director to explain the administrative process for keeping these records up to date.
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Finding-specific
What is the center's daily routine for inspecting classrooms and play areas to ensure that all potentially hazardous items are properly stored or labeled?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records show multiple findings across several inspections regarding the accessibility of cleaning supplies, hazardous materials, or electrical outlets. This question helps parents understand the center's daily safety check procedures.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How does the center ensure that all staff members complete their required training and certifications in a timely manner?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- The available inspection records include a 2026-05-14 finding about staff training. Official reports show repeated findings regarding staff training requirements, including preservice training and annual education. This question helps parents understand how the center tracks and manages staff professional development.
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