Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 1.38
- Local median
- 1.39
Smart Start Enterprises, Inc. DBA Lake Ruby Learning Center
100 W Lake Ruby Dr, Winter Haven, FL 33884
- License:
- C10PO0237
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 12, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, VPK, After School, Before School, Full Day, Transportation
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 104
- License expiration:
- April 28, 2027
Typical cost: $1,127 - $1,157 (Under 1)
Child’s age
$1,127 - $1,157/mo
Median daily rate: $52.00 - $53.40
Official Florida Division of Early Learning Polk County data.
Not this provider’s price.
Inspection snapshot
Recent higher-concern violation
At least one higher-concern violation appears in the last 12 months.
Next: Read reports, examine repeated topics below, look at the broader history, and ask what changed afterward.
Latest inspectionApril 23, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsNovember 19, 2025
Summary
This summary covers 21 available inspections for Smart Start Enterprises, Inc. DBA Lake Ruby Learning Center from January 24, 2023 through April 23, 2026.
11 inspections recorded violations, with 29 recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on April 23, 2026 and involved health or food records.
Hazardous access was a higher-concern topic that 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
- 21
- Recorded violations
- 29
- Higher-concern violations
- 9
- Repeated topics
- 7
4 in last 12 months
5 in last 12 months
2 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
21 total inspections vs 17.5 local median in 33884
Compared to 16 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 33%
- Local median
- 21%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 52%
- Local median
- 48%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 7
- Local average
- 3.56
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 4 inspections, with 5 recorded violations.
August 22, 2023September 25, 2023April 16, 2024August 27, 2025Health or food records
Appeared across 4 inspections, with 4 recorded violations.
August 22, 2023November 14, 2024March 21, 2025April 23, 2026Hazardous access
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
April 16, 2024November 14, 2024August 27, 2025Recordkeeping
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
December 18, 2023April 16, 2024March 21, 2025Facility condition
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 4 recorded violations.
December 18, 2023April 16, 2024August 27, 2025Attendance accountability
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
August 22, 2023December 11, 2024Background screening
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
March 21, 2025August 27, 2025Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Bottles and/or sippy cups brought from home were not labeled with childs first and last name. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.5, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the mixed ages classroom of three and four year old childrens bottles and cups provided from home not labeled. The specialist advised the provider that childrens bottles and cups must be labeled with childrens full first and last names at all times. The staff immediately labeled the childrens bottles at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the bottles and cups provided from home are labeled appropriately at all times.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 28 - Bottles, Breastmilk, Formula and Infant Food
- Official code
- 28-02
No recorded violations in this report
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]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed a voice assistant control smart device on a floating shelf with the power cord hanging down and pulled into the power outlet. The power cord hanging is causing a potential strangulation and/or safety concern. Technical assistance was provided to ensure the power cords is secured and out of reach of children in care. This standard was brought back into compliance when the voice assistant control smart device was relocated and the power cord not exposed. •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-06
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 in 3-year-old classroom. Technical assistance was to ensure that all outlets are appropriately covered. This standard was placed back into compliance when outlet cover was placed back on outlets.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-18
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]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, two cable wires not completing buried in the ground on the playground. The cable wire causes a potential tripping hazard. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that the tripping hazard or other hazards are off the playground. There are early signs of dirt washout under gate near the roadway. Technical assistance was provided to monitor the area and complete appropriate repairs. •
- Correction status
- Due by September 26, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-01
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.
- Correction status
- Due by September 26, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-09
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- The facility did not have a fire extinguisher with a minimum rating of 2A10BC within 75 feet of rooms occupied by children or in vehicles used to transport children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, C (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of reinspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the facilitys transportation vans were not equipped with fire extinguisher with a minimum rating of 2A:10BC inside. Technical assistance was provided that fire extinguisher with a minimum rating of 2A:10BC must be present in vehicles used to transport children. Fire drills conducted 5/8/24, 5/24/24, 6/5/24, 6/19/24, 7/26/24, 7/29/24, 8/20/24, 8/30/24, 9/12/24, 9/18/24, 10/16/24, 10/21/24, 11/20/24, 12/12/24, 1/13/25, 1/30/25, 2/20/25, and 3/4/25. • A fire drill was conducted today in the presence of the licensing authority. • Fire inspection conducted 1/13/25. • Extinguisher serviced January 2025. • Ensure that ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 20, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-04
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]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the child listed on the supplemental had expired immunization forms on file. Technical assistance was given to the provider to obtain a current form from the parent/guardian prior to the due date. Additional technical assistance was given regarding FL shots. The provider was given the link to their website and how to register to view FL shot records. The link given was: www.flshotsusers.com and the provider was reminded to go to the bottom of page under schools & licensed child care providers to register.
- Correction status
- Due by April 20, 2025
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 inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the Child Care Personnel listed on supplemental did not have current CFFSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form signed annually. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that the CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form are signed annually. Licensing Specialist reviewed all Child Care Personnel files, totaling 12. •
- Correction status
- Due by April 20, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-04
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) 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 10 days.
- Correction status
- Due by April 20, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-09
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- The attendance roster did not accompany the group of children in that [it 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 the mixed classroom (2-year-old 5-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 31, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 46 - Daily Attendance
- Official code
- 46-07
No recorded violations in this report
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 a missing outlet cover where missing in the 3-year-old classroom. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all outlets are covered. This standard was brought back into compliance when provider covered the outlet with outlet cover. • At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the facility extremely clean. •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-18
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 Record Keeping [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the child listed on the supplemental had no immunization form on file. Technical assistance was given to the provider to obtain a current form from the parent/guardian prior to the due date. Additional technical assistance was given regarding FL shots. The provider was given the link to their website and how to register to view FL shot records. The link given was: www.flshotsusers.com and the provider was reminded to go to the bottom of page under schools & licensed child care providers to register.
- Correction status
- Due by December 14, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-02
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The facility's driver did not have [ An annual physical examination which grants medical approval to drive]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.1 (Section 6.2, numbers 1 and 2) General Requirements [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed all staff files and observed the staff listed on the supplemental did not have an annual physical that granted medical approval to drive. Technical assistance was given to the provider to obtain a driver's physical that includes medical approval to drive prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by April 26, 2024
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 06 - Driver's License, Physician Certification & First Aid/CPR Training
- Official code
- 06-01
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 10, number 1) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed an area of the wall in the first classroom to left near the office with a patch that was broken with a hole and accessible to the children. Technical assistance was given to the provider to repair/repaint prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by May 15, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- A health deficiency having a low potential for harm to the children in care was observed. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 (Section 10, numbers 1-11) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed the fire extinguisher located in the facility's van was not permanently mounted. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the extinguisher mounted permanently prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by May 15, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-03
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facilitys outdoor play area contained litter, nails, glass or other hazards that posed a low potential for harm to children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A (Section 10.7, number 1) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed the concrete leading to the playground near the VPK classrooms had a large crack with sharp edges. Technical assistance was given to the provider to repair/fill in the crack prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by May 15, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-01
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]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed 2 areas on the playground had a 5-inch gap from the ground to the fence. One area is located on the side near the telephone pole and the other is located on the back side of the playground. Technical assistance was given to the provider to repair the fence prior to the due date. A suggestion was given to the provider to add a barrier on the side of the building to assist with the runoff from the roof when it rains. Note: additional time was allotted to align the due dates.
- Correction status
- Due by May 15, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-06
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The base of the fence in the outdoor play area was not at ground level and could allow inside or outside access by children or animals. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, F (Section 10.8, number 2) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed several areas of fencing that is missing the tension wire at the bottom that holds the fencing securely and is allowing the fence to be pulled upwards or outwards. Also, the counselor observed a section of fencing on the back side that was separated from the support pole and has a gap between the pole and the fencing. Technical assistance was given to the provider to re-attach the fencing to the poles and repair the remaining fencing prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by May 17, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-07
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 inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed all staff files and determined the staff listed on the supplemental had an expired Child Abuse & Neglect form in their file. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff sign a new form prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by May 15, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-04
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, Counselor observed a bag and a jacket on the diaper changing tablet inside the 1-year-old classroom. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that only items related to diapering should be on the table changing table. The standards were brought back into compliance when provider removed the bag and jacket off the changing table. •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
- Official code
- 30-07
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 detailing the causes, symptoms, and transmission of the influenza virus annually during the months of August through September in that [the information was not given in August/September]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.3, C.4. Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, Counselor reviewed childrens files determined that children listed on the supplemental did not have an influenza brochure in their file from August/September 2023. Technical assistance was given to the provider as a reminder that the flu brochure must be distributed twice annually only during the months of August or September and a copy placed in the child's file. This standard was brought back into compliance as the months have passed. • Provider advised that 82 children are enrolled, Counselor reviewed 30 childrens files (25 D-M preschoolers and 5 school agers A -K). •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 43 - Enrollment Information
- Official code
- 43-06
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The ground cover or other protective surface under the [yellow Dixie Doxer stationary equipment, yellow race car, green and black with yellow steering wheels lil johnny deer stationary equipment, yellow Hornet stationary equipment, and blue boat stationary equipment] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of re-inspection, Counselor observed less than 6 inch of ground cover or protective surface in the fall zone area around and yellow Dixie Doxer stationary equipment, yellow race car, green and black with yellow steering wheels lil johnny deer stationary equipment, yellow Hornet stationary equipment, and blue boat stationary equipment. Also, the mulch fall zone was less than 6 feet. Technical assistance was provided that the fall zone must be 6 feet around the play equipment and at least 6 inches in depth of mulch is needed to comply with the standard. Additional mulch is needed to be in compliance.
- Correction status
- Due by October 25, 2023
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-07
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
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Counselor observed Kelloggs grahams crackers cinnamon bug bites (expired August 4, 2023), Nabisco Oreo (expired August 6, 2023), and Nabisco Chips Ahoy (expired August 16, 2023). Technical assistance provided to discarded on or before the expiration date listed by the manufacturer. The standard was brought back into compliance when provider trashed the expired foods.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-18
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The ground cover or other protective surface under the [yellow Dixie Doxer stationary equipment, yellow race car, green and black with yellow steering wheels stationary equipment, yellow Hornet stationary equipment, and blue boat stationary equipment] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Counselor observed less than 6 inch of ground cover or protective surface in the fall zone area around and yellow Dixie Doxer stationary equipment, yellow race car, green and black with yellow steering wheels lil johnny deer stationary equipment, yellow Hornet stationary equipment, and blue boat stationary equipment. Also, the mulch fall zone was less than 6 feet. Technical assistance was provided that the fall zone must be 6 feet around the play equipment and at least 6 inches in depth of mulch is needed to comply with the standard. Additional mulch is needed to be in compliance.
- Correction status
- Due by September 21, 2023
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-07
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
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Counselor observed the sign-in and sign-out attendance form (attendance records) not accurately filled out. The forms were missing signatures and departure times. Technical assistance was provided that custodial parent or guardian may document the time when his/her child enters and departs the child care facility. However, the child care facility personnel are responsible for ensuring that attendance records are complete and accurate. ENFORCEMENT
- Correction status
- Due by September 21, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 46 - Daily Attendance
- Official code
- 46-03
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The play equipment was not maintained in a safe or sanitary condition for the children to use in that [the wooden planks were splintering and broken and there was rust ]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B and F (Section 11.2, numbers 2 and 4) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, Counselor observed the blue stationary boat with rust and signs of wear. The wooden planks were splintering and broken. Technical assistance was provided to repair or replace the play equipment before the due date on the inspection. Also, to monitor all playground equipment for signs of wearing and damage and repair or replace. The standard was brought back into compliance when the provider removed the blue stationary boat from the playground.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-03
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The ground cover or other protective surface under the [blue stationary boat ] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D (Section 11.2, number 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Counselor observed blue stationary boat that has less than 6 inch of ground cover or protective surface in the fall zone area. Technical assistance was provided that at least 6 inches in depth of mulch is needed to comply with the standard. Additional mulch is needed to be in compliance. The standard was brought back into compliance when the provider removed the blue stationary boat from the playground.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-07
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The vehicle alarm installed was not in working condition. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4
- Report comments
- At the time of the re-inspection, the Counselor reviewed the vehicle safety alarm for the vehicle(s) used to transport children. The van with tag # PZB-I74 was not functioning correctly. (horn does not sound). Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the alarm system repaired/replaced prior to the due date. Per CCF Handbook, the alarm system must be designed and installed so that the vehicle horn, siren or other type of audio alarm will sound if the driver/staff member does not walk to the rear or, in the case of a passenger van, the side entry point of the vehicle, to manually shut off or deactivate the alarm. The alarm must be audible from the distance of 500 ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by February 23, 2023
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 07 - Vehicle Requirements
- Official code
- 07-06
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 re-inspection, Counselor observed a leaking hot water heater in the 2-3 year old classroom. The hot water heater is in the cabinet in the kitchen area, there was a small puddle of water in the cabinet. Technical Assistance was provided to repair or replace the affected area prior to due date.
- Correction status
- Due by February 23, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
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 keeping staff background screening rosters updated in the state clearinghouse?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records show that the facility has been identified in recent inspections for not maintaining a current employee roster in the state clearinghouse. This question helps clarify the steps currently in place to ensure all personnel records remain up-to-date.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps do you take during daily classroom checks to ensure that all electrical outlets are properly covered?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Official inspection reports indicate that missing outlet covers have been observed in classrooms during recent visits. This question invites the director to explain their routine for monitoring the physical environment to keep these safety items in place.
- Context
- The specific instances noted in reports were corrected at the time of inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How does your team manage attendance tracking to ensure that rosters accurately reflect the number of children in each classroom throughout the day?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records show that there have been concerns regarding attendance rosters not accurately accounting for children in the classroom. Asking this helps parents understand the current procedures for maintaining accurate group counts.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your process for ensuring that all personal items brought from home, such as bottles or cups, are clearly labeled for each child?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from April 2026 noted that some items brought from home were not labeled. This question allows the director to explain how they communicate and enforce these labeling requirements with families.
- Context
- This was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you ensure that all required health and immunization records for the children in your care are kept current?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records show multiple instances across different years where immunization forms were found to be expired or missing. This question helps parents understand the center's current administrative process for tracking and updating these essential health documents.
Related violations