Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 1.82
- Local median
- 1.74
The Ark Christian Academy
30020 Us-27, Lake Hamilton, FL 33851
- License:
- C10PO0231
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 12, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, After School, Drop In, Food Served, Full Day, Infant Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 61
- License expiration:
- March 17, 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 inspectionJune 17, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMay 19, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 34 available inspections for The Ark Christian Academy from February 15, 2023 through June 17, 2026.
19 inspections recorded violations, with 62 recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on June 17, 2026 and involved hazardous access.
That higher-concern topic showed up in three inspections.
The available reports do not include a later inspection with no recorded violations after that violation.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 34
- Recorded violations
- 62
- Higher-concern violations
- 13
- Repeated topics
- 9
10 in last 12 months
15 in last 12 months
3 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
34 total inspections vs 15 local median in Polk County
Compared to 354 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 21%
- Local median
- 25%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 56%
- Local median
- 50%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 9
- Local average
- 3.57
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Facility condition
Appeared across 12 inspections, with 17 recorded violations.
July 18, 2023November 2, 2023July 10, 2024November 14, 2024March 13, 2025April 22, 2025June 12, 2025November 14, 2025December 30, 2025March 3, 2026April 15, 2026June 17, 2026Health or food records
Appeared across 7 inspections, with 8 recorded violations.
November 2, 2023March 4, 2024July 10, 2024November 14, 2024July 15, 2025November 14, 2025June 17, 2026Staff training
Appeared across 4 inspections, with 4 recorded violations.
July 18, 2023November 2, 2023March 4, 2024July 15, 2025Background screening
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 6 recorded violations.
July 18, 2023August 23, 2023November 14, 2025Hazardous access
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
July 18, 2023March 4, 2024June 17, 2026Recordkeeping
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 4 recorded violations.
July 18, 2023November 14, 2024June 17, 2026Administrative posting
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
March 4, 2024July 10, 2024Emergency preparedness
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
July 10, 2024July 15, 2025Equipment or readiness
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 5 recorded violations.
July 18, 2023July 10, 2024Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
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 door to the kitchen was not locked and there was a container of Microban sanitizing spray under the unlocked cabinet below the sink that was accessible to children. TA was provided that all chemicals have to be out of the reach of children. The provider moved the spray and put it on a top shelf 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: Facility condition
- Report finding
- All reading, painting and other close work areas did not have lighting equivalent to 50 foot candles on the work surface. CCF Handbook, Section 3.3.1, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist measured the lighting throughout the facility. The lighting measured the 20-50 ft candles required except in the middle classroom, the 3 to 7-year-olds. The lighting measured 24.6-35.0 candle lights above all tables used for reading and activities and these areas are required to have 50 ft candles. TA was provided to replace the light bulbs by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by July 17, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 14 - Lighting, Temperature, and Ventilation
- Official code
- 14-02
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 (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 that is listed in the supplemental had an expired immunization dated 4/5/26. TA was provided to have a current immunization by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by July 17, 2026
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the staff listed in the supplemental had an expired abuse and neglect. TA was provided to complete the form by the due date. At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed 17 staff files and updated them in CARES.
- Correction status
- Due by July 17, 2026
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-04
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- All rooms did not have sufficient lighting equivalent to 20 foot candles at three feet from the floor. CCF Handbook, Section 3.3.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the re-inspection, the licensing specialist measured the lighting in the 3rd classroom, and the lighting measured above the required 20 ft candles. The infant room had many bulbs still burned out and only measured 8.66 and 8.42 in several areas. TA was provided to replace the bulbs by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by May 15, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 14 - Lighting, Temperature, and Ventilation
- Official code
- 14-01
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed that there is a broken sharp tile in the entry of the 1-year-old classroom. TA was provided to replace the tile by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by April 2, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- All rooms did not have sufficient lighting equivalent to 20 foot candles at three feet from the floor. CCF Handbook, Section 3.3.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, there were several light fixtures with burned out bulbs in room 3, that was only measuring 2.5 to 14.63 in several areas. Room 1 had a burned-out bulb, and the infant room had three light fixtures with burned out bulbs measuring 5.61 to 56.1. TA was provided to replace the burned-out bulbs in both classrooms to meet the requirement of 20 ft candles. At the time of the inspection, the lighting throughout the facility was checked Room (1) measured between 24-52 candle foot, Room (2) -measure between 20-53. candle foot, Room (3)-measured between 2.5-52 candle foot, Room (4) Infant -measured between 5.61-56.1 candle foot. All tables in the classroom ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 2, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 14 - Lighting, Temperature, and Ventilation
- Official code
- 14-01
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 Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- The director that is listed in the supplemental stated that the window has still not been replaced. The director stated the window has been ordered.
- Correction status
- Due by January 29, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
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]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, there is a large panel glass window in the front of the building that is cracked badly. The director listed in the supplemental stated it has been cracked but was covered with a bulletin board. The board was removed but window was not fixed. The provider is given extra time due to the size of the window. The provider had to replace one panel earlier in the year and it took longer to get the window put in. TA was provided to replace the window before the due date. When a window is broken the provider should have the window replaced as soon as possible for safety reasons. Also, the back door to the playground has a large area of peeling paint. TA ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by December 29, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
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 the inspection, the staff listed in the supplemental did not complete the required training. TA was provided that the training is required annually and must be completed by the due date. Last year's training was completed on 8/8/24.
- Correction status
- Due by December 14, 2025
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 35 - Communicable Disease Control
- Official code
- 35-12
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- A complete CF-FSP Form 5131, Background Screening and Personnel File Requirements, was not on file for all employees. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the staff listed in the supplemental did not have a 5131 in her file. The director listed int he supplemental received a copy from another location during the inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-01
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- The Child Care Attestation of Good Moral Character was not completed at the time of initial screening or upon change in employers. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the staff listed int he supplemental did not have am Attestation of good moral character in her file. The director that is listed in the supplemental received a copy from another one of the locations during the inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-06
No recorded violations in this report
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 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the provider had not conducted a weather emergency drill or a lock down emergency drill during the 24-25 licensure year. TA was provided that both drills are due annually. The provider will need to complete both drills by the due date. Fire drills had been conducted on a monthly basis and the last fire drill was conducted on 6/27/25.
- Correction status
- Due by July 25, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-15
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed that the provider had formula and gallons of water in the infant room, when asked the staff stated they are preparing bottles in the room. TA was provided that mixing bottles is considered meal prep and the bottles cannot be prepared in the classroom unless the provider puts in an additional sink with running hot water with at least 100 degrees in temperature. The provider will have to have the parents make the bottles prior or the bottles will need to be prepared in the kitchen. The provider moved the formula and water to the kitchen during the inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-02
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Documentation of in-service training was not recorded on CF-FSP Form 5268, Child Care In-service Training Record. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.7, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed that the staff that is listed in the supplemental had completed the required 10 in service hours, but they were not recorded on the in-service log. TA was provided that the log in due by July 1. The provider completed the in-service log during the inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-08
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 Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- An email was received from the owner that is listed in the supplemental on 6/4/25 stating that the window has still not been replaced. The owner has requested additional time since the window is taking longer to get installed. Extra time is being allotted.
- Correction status
- Due by July 31, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
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]
- Report comments
- At the time of re-inspection, the large front window still has not been replaced. Extra time is being allotted since the large window is a special order. The owner that is listed in the supplemental stated the window has been ordered.
- Correction status
- Due by June 6, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
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 a cracked window in the middle classroom. There are several cracks. TA was provided to replace this window. Also, all three classrooms across the front of the facility have broken blinds. TA was provided to replace the blinds. The owner that is listed in the supplemental stated they will just remove the blinds.
- Correction status
- Due by April 12, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- All reading, painting and other close work areas did not have lighting equivalent to 50 foot candles on the work surface. CCF Handbook, Section 3.3.1, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, there were light bulbs burned out and the lighting was only measuring 33 candle lights above the table where children do activities in the 1-year-old room. The lighting needs to be 50 ft candles or above all tables.
- Correction status
- Due by April 12, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 14 - Lighting, Temperature, and Ventilation
- Official code
- 14-02
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Indoor and outdoor play areas were not inspected daily for basic health and safety and/or any problems were not corrected before the play area is used by children and/or daily inspection logs were not maintained for 12 months. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the daily indoor and outdoor log was not documented since September 30, 2024. TA was provided to inspect the indoors and outdoors on a daily basis and document the log daily.
- Correction status
- Due by December 14, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-19
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]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the child listed in the supplemental had an expired immunization. TA: The provider will need to get a current immunization for this child.
- Correction status
- Due by December 14, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-01
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The facility did not maintain documentation that the parent(s) or legal guardian(s) of each child were provided information regarding the potential for distracted adults to fail to drop off a child and leave them in the car annually during the months of April and September in that [the month of September was not completed.]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.3, C.5. (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, all children's files were reviewed, and the Distracted Driver was not completed for the month of September. TA was provided this form is required to be signed by parents in the month of April and September annually.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 43 - Enrollment Information
- Official code
- 43-10
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The personnel/ volunteer (ten hours or more per month) record did not include a CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form signed annually. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed that the staff listed in the supplemental had expired Abuse and Neglect form in their files. TA The provider will need to have the Abuse and Neglects signed by the staff. The Licensing Specialist reviewed 12 staff files and updated CARES.
- Correction status
- Due by December 14, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-04
No recorded violations in this report
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The facility's written plan of scheduled activities was not posted in a conspicuous place accessible to the custodial parents or legal guardians. CCF Handbook, Section 2.6 General Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, the counselor determined that the one year old classroom did not have a classroom schedule posted in an inconspicuous area. The provider immediately printed a schedule and advised staff to post it in the classroom. TA was provided to ensure that a classroom schedule or planned activities is posted in an inconspicuous area accessible to parents at all times.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 09 - Planned Activities
- Official code
- 09-03
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The facility used electronic media that was not for educational purposes or for physical activity for children 2 years of age and older. CCF Handbook, Section 2.6, C General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the middle classroom with three, four and five year old children watching the little mermaid. The provider advised that they were watching a movie while eating lunch. The counselor advised the provider that any media offered must be educational. The provider immediately turned off the television at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the facility offers media for educational purposes.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 09 - Planned Activities
- Official code
- 09-07
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the counselor observed a ceiling tile in second childrens restroom near the exit door to the playground. The provider advised that an air conditioning unit froze and had a leak which caused water damage. The counselor advised that the ceiling tile needs to be replaced. TA was provided to ensure that the facility is in good repair and that the ceiling tile is replaced by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by August 9, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
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 Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the surrounding fence to the playground not measuring to 4 feet in height. The counselor advised the provider that the fence measured to 46 and a half to 47 inches. The counselor explained that the fence needs to be at minimum 4 feet. The provider lifted one of the top of the slates and saw that it can be extended. The provider advised that they will place a screw in the slate to ensure that the slates of the fence stay extended. Once the slate was extended it measured to 48 inches. Extra time is allotted to align the due dates given. TA was provided to ensure that the fence measures to 4 feet minimum by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by August 9, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-05
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]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the one year old classroom with no evacuation route plan posted. The provider immediately posted a copy in the classroom at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that an evacuation plan with two exit routes displayed are posted in every classroom. TS was provided to ensure that the provider has all fire extinguishers serviced and tagged by the end of the month. The fire extinguishers were last tagged on 07/2023.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-10
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The food preparation area does not have a hand washing station or the hand washing station did not include the following: [preparing infants bottles in the infant classroom but did not have an additional sink designated to food preparation with hot water that reaches 100 degrees Fahrenheit.]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.1, A.7.
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, the counselor determined that staff was preparing infants bottles in the infant classroom but did not have an additional sink designated to food preparation with hot water that reaches 100 degrees Fahrenheit. The provider immediately moved all bottle, formula and bottles in the kitchen and advised staff to prepare bottles as needed in the kitchen at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that a food preparation sink that meets the requirement is present when preparing bottles in a classroom.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-09
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Bottles and/or sippy cups brought from home were not labeled with childs first and last name. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.5, B Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the counselor observed water bottles and cups provided from home in the mixed classroom of three, four and five year olds that were not labeled or not labeled with the childs full name to include full last name. The provider had staff to label all the cups and water bottles at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the cups and bottles provided from home are labeled at all times with the childrens full first and last names.
- 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: 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 inspection, the counselor observed no hand washing sign posted in the infant classroom near the portable hand washing sink near the diapering area. The provider immediately placed handwashing signs in the classroom near the handwashing sink. TA was provided to ensure that handwashing procedures are posted near handwashing sinks near diapering areas, toileting and food preparation.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 29 - Health and Sanitation
- Official code
- 29-16
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The ground cover or other protective surface under the [brown, green and blue outdoor equipment with slides with resilient surface of mulch that did not measure 6 inches in depth. ] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the brown, green and blue outdoor equipment with slides with resilient surface of mulch that did not measure 6 inches in depth. The provider placed foam mats at fall zones at the bottom of slides. The counselor advised the provider that the equipment needs a resilient surface to meet requirements per rule. The mulch measured to 3 inches at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the resilient surface of mulch is added by the due date to measure 6 inches in depth.
- Correction status
- Due by August 9, 2024
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-07
No recorded violations in this report
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, Counselor observed the infant and 1-year-old classroom without capacity posted. Director advised they the rooms were recently rearranged. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that each classroom has the room capacity posted. This standard was brought back into compliance when the provider posted the capacity. •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 15 - Licensed Capacity
- Official code
- 15-05
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- Poisonous/toxic or cleaning products were not stored separately from food. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, C
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Counselor observed snacks (animal crackers and baby cereal/rice) stored in a bin next to Great Value Lemon Scent disinfectant spray. Technical assistance was provided that poisonous/toxic chemicals or cleaning products must be stored separately from food. This standard was brought back into compliance when provider moved the poisonous/toxic chemicals and cleaning products from near the food items. •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-20
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The facilitys refrigerator and/or freezer does not have an appropriate thermometer. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, F.1
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Counselor observed the black General Electric (GE) refrigerator in the kitchen and the white Thomson chest freezer in the kitchen did not have a thermometer inside. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all freezers and refrigerators have appropriate thermometers.
- Correction status
- Due by April 3, 2024
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-23
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The director responsible for the daily operation of the program did not have an active Director Credential. CCF Handbook, Section 4.7
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, the facility does not have a credential director. The director failed to renewal director credential prior to it expiring. The director is awaiting credential renewal. Technical assistance was given to the provider to provider the Counselor with approved director credential prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by July 23, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 34 - Credentialed Staff
- Official code
- 34-04
No recorded violations in this report
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]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the TV cord in the 3 - & 4-year-old classroom must be secured to the wall and along the wall from the outlet to the TV. This could be a strangulation problem. TA all cords must be secured to the wall.
- Correction status
- Due by December 2, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-06
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
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, there was a gallon of milk that had expired 10/30/23. The provider discarded during the inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-18
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the 40 hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement. CCF Handbook Section 4.2.1
- Report comments
- The staff listed in the supplemental started in the industry 11/22/19 and then started training 2/3/20 and should have completed 2/3/21. She worked at the facility listed in the supplemental 11/22/19-4/27/21. The staff was in non-compliance before she left the previous facility and should have completed the required DCF 40 hour training before being hired. TA was provided the staff needs to take one more class in Part 2 and test.
- Correction status
- Due by December 2, 2023
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-01
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- Child care personnels Level 2 documentation was incomplete in that [ A copy of out-of-state child abuse and neglect registry search is missing., A copy of out-of-state sexual offender/predator registry search is missing.]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1, D, E, and F
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the reinspection, the staff listed on the supplemental still did not have documentation of abuse & neglect or a sexual offender check was completed. Technical assistance was given to the provider to obtain the reports prior to the due date. Note: the sexual offender check was completed while the counselor was still present. The provider still needs to obtain the abuse & neglect report from the previous state.
- Correction status
- Due by September 22, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-11
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed 2 of the ceiling tiles in the kitchen appeared to have water stains and were bowed inward. The provider stated there was an issue with the AC system. Technical assistance was given to the provider to repair/replace the tiles and correct the AC issue prior to the due date. Additional technical assistance specific to this standard is notated on the supplemental.
- Correction status
- Due by August 17, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- Harmful items including cleaning supplies, flammable products, poisonous, toxic, and hazardous materials were accessible to children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed spray air freshener located in the boys' bathroom and bleach water, soap and water, wet ones wipes and odor eliminator spray in the girls' bathroom that was accessible to the children. The provider removed the items placing them back into compliance for this standard.
- 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: Facility condition
- Report finding
- All rooms did not have sufficient lighting equivalent to 20 foot candles at three feet from the floor. CCF Handbook, Section 3.3.1, A Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed multiple areas of the facility including the kitchen that had light fixtures that were inoperable and the lighting measured 6.56 - 7.38 foot candles. Technical assistance was given to the provider to repair/replace the light bulbs/fixtures prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by August 17, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 14 - Lighting, Temperature, and Ventilation
- Official code
- 14-01
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 the inspection, the CCR counselor observed a water hose, wires coming out of the building that was partially covered with conduit and a section of paint peeling on the exterior wall facing the playground. Technical assistance was given to the provider to repair/repaint the wall, remove the water hose and cover the wires prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by August 17, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-01
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 the inspection, the CCR counselor observed a torn changing mat in the infant classroom. Technical assistance was given to the provider to replace the mat prior to the due date and was reminded that the mats must be impermeable and cleaned/disinfected after each use.
- Correction status
- Due by August 17, 2023
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
- Official code
- 30-06
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- Documentation was not maintained for 12 months showing that routine inspections were conducted monthly of all supports, above and below the ground, connectors, and moving parts. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the provider stated they did not have a physical environment log. A blank form was reviewed with the provider and a copy emailed on today's date for use going forward. The provider was reminded that maintenance must include inspections conducted each month and documentation of maintenance inspections must be kept for 12 months.
- Correction status
- Due by August 17, 2023
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-05
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The ground cover or other protective surface under the [large climbing equipment] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed the climbing equipment with 2 slides did not have sufficient mulch located underneath. (areas measured 3 inches). Technical assistance was given to the provider to add more mulch prior to the due date. The provider was also reminded to rake the high traffic areas regularly to ensure the mulch remains at 6 inches in depth and 6 feet in perimeter and 6 feet in perimeter from the base of the equipment.
- Correction status
- Due by August 17, 2023
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-07
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Documentation of in-service training was not recorded on CF-FSP Form 5268, Child Care In-service Training Record. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.7, B [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed all staff files and determined that the staff listed on the supplemental had completed the 2022 - 2023 in-service training, but was not documented on the in-service log, form CF-FSP 5268. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff document on the log prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by August 17, 2023
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-08
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The personnel/ volunteer (ten hours or more per month) record did not include a CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form signed annually. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, C Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed all staff files and determined the staff listed on the supplemental had an expired Child Abuse & Neglect form in their file. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff sign prior to the due date. The provider was reminded this form must be signed annually on or before the prior year's date.
- Correction status
- Due by August 17, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-04
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- An employment history verification was not documented and on file. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, D
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed all staff files and determined the staff listed on the supplemental had an incomplete 5-year work history in their file. (no verifications completed). Technical assistance was given to the provider to complete prior to the due date. The provider was reminded that 5-year employment history's must include the following: (3) attempts must be made and documented and failed attempts to obtain employment history must be documented in the personnel file and include date, time, and the reason the information was not obtained 1. A complete 5 years' worth of prior employment must be documented and verified 2. The documentation m ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by August 17, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-04
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- The facility failed to maintain a current Employee/Contractor Roster for all child care personnel in the Clearinghouse. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, K
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed the facility's employee/staff roster through the Clearinghouse and observed there were several staff who were no longer employed and/or who were not added to the roster. Technical assistance was given to the provider to update the roster prior to the due date. Additionally, the provider was reminded that the facility has 10 days to remove any staff who have retired, resigned, transferred or were terminated from the facility and 10 days to add any new staff. Note: technical assistance was given to the provider that the rule will be updated soon and the facility will have 5 days to add or remove staff.
- Correction status
- Due by August 17, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-09
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- Child care personnels Level 2 documentation was incomplete in that [ A copy of out-of-state child abuse and neglect registry search is missing., A copy of out-of-state sexual offender/predator registry search is missing.]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1, D, E, and F
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed all staff files & observed the staff listed on the supplemental had resided outside of the state of Florida within the past 5 years and no documentation that abuse & neglect or sexual offender checks were completed. Technical assistance was given to the provider to obtain the reports prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by August 17, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-11
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The facility failed to report a suspected communicable disease outbreak for two or more children or adults within 72 hours to the local county health department and failed to follow directions given. CCF Handbook, Section 6.1.2, B Health Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection through interviews information was obtained that the facility did not report 2 or more children with the outbreak of Hand Foot and Mouth disease to the health department within 72 hours. This incident occurred last year July 2022. The noncompliance is resolved because no children currently have it, and those children are back in attendance. The provider was advised to ensure they are reporting all communicable diseases for staff/children to maintain compliance of this standard.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 35 - Communicable Disease Control
- Official code
- 35-10
Medium concern: Incident records
- Report finding
- Documentation of an accident or incident was insufficient in that it did not include the [correct information of injuries and occurrence]. CCF Handbook, Section 6.4, C Health Requirements [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the inspection, the counselor observed an incident report that did not have the correct information on the incident report signed by mom. Initially, the mother added the additional marks and concerns on the incident report after confronting staff in regard to her child's injuries and it was signed. The director initially told mom that the injuries did not happen there but was corrected by the teacher that an additional incident did occur. The noncompliance was resolved because the documentation did occur to complete the incident report. The facility was given technical assistance to ensure all details are documented and completed on the incident report to maint ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 39 - Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation
- Official code
- 39-05
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 the reinspection, the CCR counselor reviewed staff files and observed the staff lived in Wisconsin (non NFF state) within the past 5-years and was not included with the original screening. Technical assistance was given to the provider to initiate a resubmission including Wisconsin prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by June 9, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-02
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- Child care personnels Level 2 documentation was incomplete in that [ A copy of out-of-state child abuse and neglect registry search is missing., A copy of out-of-state sexual offender/predator registry search is missing.]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1, D, E, and F
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the reinspection, the CCR counselor reviewed new staff files and observed the staff listed on the supplemental lived out of state within the past 5 years and did not have documentation of abuse and neglect or sexual offender checks were completed. Technical assistance was given to the provider to obtain the reports prior to the due date. A copy of the spreadsheet for out of state checks was emailed to the provider on today's date for use/reference.
- Correction status
- Due by June 29, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-11
No recorded violations in this report
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The facility's menu was not [ was not posted at the beginning of each week in an easily seen place]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, H
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the reinspection, the counselor observed the menu that was posted to be dated for last week and not the current week. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that the menu is posted at the beginning of each week and is current.
- Correction status
- Due by May 19, 2023
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 26 - Meal and Snack Menus
- Official code
- 26-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Meals and/or snacks supplied by the facility did not meet the daily nutritional needs of the children in care in that [the children were not being served at least 3 different food groups for breakfast and 4 different food groups for lunch.]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, B (Section 17.3, number 1) Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the renewal inspection, the counselor reviewed the facility's menu for lunch and snack. The provider stated they would provide children snack food for breakfast. The menu indicated that for lunch, the children were not being served at least four different food groups. Some of the days included food that was listed as a protein, but not actually considered a protein by USDA. Technical assistance was provided to ensure meals or snacks supplied by the facility meets daily nutritional needs of the child in care and breakfast includes 3 different food groups, lunch consists of 4 different food groups and snack consists of 2 different food groups.
- Correction status
- Due by April 15, 2023
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 25 - Meals and Snacks
- Official code
- 25-01
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The facility's menu was not [ was not planned, was not written, was not dated]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, H
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the renewal inspection, the counselor observed the menu that was posted in the front of the facility and in the kitchen. The menu listed the days of the week but was not specifically dated and they do not change the menu or plan the menu for each week. Technical assistance was provided to ensure menu's are planned, written and dated for each week.
- Correction status
- Due by April 15, 2023
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 26 - Meal and Snack Menus
- Official code
- 26-01
Higher concern: Medication
- Report finding
- A medication, [albuterol], brought to the center for administration, was not in its original container. CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, C (Section 16, number 3) Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the renewal inspection, the counselor observed albuterol tube medication without its original container. It did not have a prescription label either for the child. Technical assistance was provided to ensure medication brought to the center for administration is in the original container.
- Correction status
- Due by April 15, 2023
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 40 - Medication
- Official code
- 40-04
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The personnel/ volunteer (ten hours or more per month) record did not include a CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form signed annually. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, C (Section 19.4, number 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the renewal inspection, the counselor reviewed all 8 staff files and determined that the staff listed on the supplemental had an expired Child Abuse and Neglect form in their file. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all staff have the Child Abuse and Neglect form signed annually. This was completed at time of inspection as the staff signed the form today.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-04
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- Child care personnel failed to ensure arrival and departure times were complete and accurate at the time of arrival or departure. CCF Handbook, Section 7.5, B
- Report comments
- At the time of the renewal inspection, the counselor reviewed attendance records from November 1, 2022-March 15, 2023 and determined that several children were missing departure times throughout that timeframe. Technical assistance was provided to ensure all children have arrival and departure times. ENFORCEMENT
- Correction status
- Due by April 15, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 46 - Daily Attendance
- Official code
- 46-03
No recorded violations in this report
Questions to ask
Suggested questions for parents based on recorded violations in inspection reports. If there are not enough source-backed violations, you will see general questions for daycare.
Finding-specific
Could you describe the current process for ensuring that all cleaning supplies and chemicals are stored securely and out of reach of children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records show that cleaning supplies have been found accessible to children in the past, including during a recent inspection. This question helps clarify the current storage protocols and staff training in place to maintain a secure environment.
- Context
- The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection.
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Finding-specific
What is your current procedure for verifying that all staff members have complete and up-to-date background screening documentation on file?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report indicates that required background screening documents were missing from personnel files. Asking about the current verification process helps parents understand how the center manages these essential records.
- Context
- The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you ensure that all food items are stored separately from cleaning products throughout the facility?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records show that there have been multiple instances where cleaning products were not stored separately from food. This question allows the director to explain the current practices for maintaining safe food storage.
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Finding-specific
Could you explain the daily routine for inspecting the indoor and outdoor play areas to ensure they remain in good repair?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records show a pattern of findings related to facility maintenance and the need for consistent daily inspection logs. This question helps parents understand how the center proactively identifies and addresses maintenance needs.
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Finding-specific
What steps does the center take to ensure that all staff members complete their required annual training and that this is properly documented?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report notes that documentation for required staff training was not always recorded correctly. This question helps parents understand the center's current system for tracking and verifying ongoing professional development.
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