Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 2.93
- Local median
- 1.9
Lighthouse Community Preschool
215 E Magnolia St, Lakeland, FL 33801
- License:
- C10PO0241
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 12, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, Full Day, Infant Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 58
- License expiration:
- August 24, 2026
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 5, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMay 5, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 28 available inspections for Lighthouse Community Preschool from January 27, 2023 through May 5, 2026.
14 inspections recorded violations, with 82 recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on April 1, 2026 and involved background screening.
That higher-concern topic showed up in six inspections.
A later inspection showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether it was a formal follow-up.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 28
- Recorded violations
- 82
- Higher-concern violations
- 17
- Repeated topics
- 10
5 in last 12 months
13 in last 12 months
3 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
28 total inspections vs 18 local median in 33801
Compared to 23 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 39%
- Local median
- 26%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 50%
- Local median
- 49%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 10
- Local average
- 4.43
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Health or food records
Appeared across 8 inspections, with 19 recorded violations.
August 9, 2023December 13, 2023April 16, 2024May 22, 2024July 1, 2024August 14, 2024April 25, 2025August 14, 2025Facility condition
Appeared across 6 inspections, with 12 recorded violations.
August 9, 2023April 16, 2024August 14, 2024April 25, 2025December 9, 2025April 1, 2026Background screening
Appeared across 5 inspections, with 5 recorded violations.
April 16, 2024May 22, 2024July 1, 2024December 9, 2025April 1, 2026Equipment or readiness
Appeared across 5 inspections, with 10 recorded violations.
August 9, 2023December 13, 2023April 16, 2024April 25, 2025April 1, 2026Staff training
Appeared across 5 inspections, with 8 recorded violations.
December 13, 2023April 16, 2024August 14, 2024December 18, 2024April 25, 2025Hazardous access
Appeared across 4 inspections, with 4 recorded violations.
August 9, 2023December 13, 2023August 14, 2024April 25, 2025Recordkeeping
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 4 recorded violations.
April 16, 2024May 22, 2024July 1, 2024Administrative posting
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
August 9, 2023May 22, 2024Sleep safety
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
August 9, 2023December 9, 2025Supervision
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
April 16, 2024December 18, 2024Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
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 Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed several exhaust vents in multiple bathrooms with an excess of lint/dust/debris. Technical assistance was given to the provider to clean the vents prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by April 30, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-01
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]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the lighting throughout the facility was checked. The bathroom in the 3-year-old classroom measured 7.94- foot candles. Technical assistance was given to the provider to update the lighting with brighter bulbs or add additional lighting to ensure the area measures a minimum of 20-foot candles prior to the due date. The remaining rooms measured: The infant classroom measured between 68.4 - 135.6-foot candles. • The 1-year-old classroom measured 53.8-foot candles over the work areas and 27.5-foot candles in the remainder of the room. • The 2-year-old classroom measured 142.7-foot candles over the work areas and 54.6-foot candles in the remainder o ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 30, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 14 - Lighting, Temperature, and Ventilation
- Official code
- 14-01
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 Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed the single gate located on the playground had a 5 1/2-inch gap from the ground to the gate. Technical assistance was given to the provider to adjust the fence lower to the ground and/or add a barrier, mulch, etc. prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by April 30, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-07
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- The sink and/or toilet was not maintained in good operating condition, clean and/or sanitized or disinfected. CCF Handbook, Section 3.7, I Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed the sink cabinet in the 4 & 5-year-old classroom bathroom was broken/not in good repair on the top and had a piece of tape on it. Technical assistance was given to the provider to replace the sink cabinet prior to the due date. Lastly, technical assistance was given to the provider to not use the bathtub as storage in the event it is needed in an emergency.
- Correction status
- Due by April 30, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 21 - Restrooms and Bath Facilities
- Official code
- 21-11
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- A resilient surface was not provided beneath and within the fall/use zone for [blue stationary car]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed the blue stationary car and jungle gym did not have a fall/use zone that extends a minimum of 6 feet in all directions from the perimeter of the equipment. Technical assistance was given to the provider to add resilient surface that measures 6 inches in depth and 6 feet in perimeter from the base of the equipment prior to the due date. Additional time was allotted to align the due dates. Lastly, technical assistance was given to the provider to monitor the wood planks on the blue car as they are showing signs of age and replace as needed.
- Correction status
- Due by April 30, 2026
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-06
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The ground cover or other protective surface under the [blue stationary car, jungle gym and 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 licensing specialist observed the blue stationary car, jungle gym and large climbing equipment did not have sufficient mulch located underneath. (areas measured 0 -3 inches). Technical assistance was given to the provider to add more mulch to measure a minimum of 6 inches in depth prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by April 30, 2026
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-07
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]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed the facilitys employee/staff roster through the Clearinghouse and observed the staff listed on the supplemental is still listed as current on a provisional hire and the other staff is not showing as current on the facilitys roster through the Clearinghouse. The provider updated the roster while the specialist was present placing the facility back into compliance for this standard. The provider was reminded the facility has 5 days to add or remove staff from the roster.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-09
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Sleep safety
- Report finding
- A sleep sack used did not fit according to manufacturers recommendations, restricted the infants arms, or slid up around the infants face. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.4, B Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed an infant sleeping in a crib swaddled in a sleep sack that restricted the infants arms. The specialist advised the provider that sleep sacks restricting the infants arms are not permitted for use for child care. The specialist and provider discussed the types of sleep sacks that are permitted and specialist answered all of the providers questions. The specialist asked the staff to remove the strap on the swaddle that restricted the sleeping infants arms at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that swaddles that restrict infants arms are not used in child care.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 20 - Crib Requirements
- Official code
- 20-08
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 Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the now two year old classroom previously the multi- purpose added classroom with handwashing procedures to include when to wash hands not posted in the restroom of the classroom used by children in care. The provider placed a handwashing sign to include when to wash hands at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that handwashing procedures to include how and when to wash your hands are posted near handwashing sinks where toileting, diapering or food preparation takes place.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 29 - Health and Sanitation
- Official code
- 29-16
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]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist the diapering mat used in the one year old classroom that was torn exposing the foam cushion inside the mat causing it to not be an impermeable surface. The provider immediately replaced the mat/surface used to diaper children at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the diapering mat/surface is impermeable.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
- Official code
- 30-06
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 Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist determined that the facility failed to initiate an out of state search for the child care personnel listed on the supplemental for sexual offender search and Child Abuse and Neglect registry. The staff started at the facility on 9/15/2025. The staff lived in the state of Texas within the past 5 years. TA was provided to ensure that the provider initiates out of state searches for sexual offender search and Child Abuse and Neglect registry by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by January 8, 2026
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-11
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 childrens bottles and sippy cups provided from home that were either not labeled, labeled with only the childs first name and/or labeled with the childs first name and last initial. The staff immediately labeled the childrens bottles and cups at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that bottles and sippy cups provided from home are labeled appropriately.
- 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: 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]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the child care personnel listed on the supplemental did not complete exposure plan training prior to starting at the facility. The staff started at the facility on 7/22/2025. The provider had the staff review the training and document on file at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that child care personnel complete exposure plan training initially and annually and place on file for Licensing to review.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 35 - Communicable Disease Control
- Official code
- 35-12
No recorded violations in this report
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 inspection, the Licensing specialist observed a few areas of the facility with paint chipping, drywall exposed and a piece of baseboard missing. In the infant classroom to the left side of the room where the storage closeted area where infant food and bottle warmer is stored the specialist observed paint chipping on the wall and to the left side of the wall near the bottom of the wall the baseboard was missing in an area of the wall. In the one year old classroom near the carpeted area to the right of the classroom near the books the specialist observed some of the blue paint on the walls chipped near the bottom of the wall near the wall plastic plates. In the ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by May 23, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- A potentially harmful item, [The staff replied Odo-Ban and water], was not labeled as required. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed a spray bottle in the one year old classroom containing a clear solution. The specialist asked the staff what was in the bottle. The staff replied Odo-Ban and water. The specialist asked if she can label the spray bottle with the chemical name. The staff labeled the spray bottle accordingly at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that spray bottles containing toxic or hazardous material are labeled at all times.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 13 - Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons
- Official code
- 13-01
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed three blue tricycle's on the older childrens playground with paint chipping and the rubber handle material cracked of some of the bikes. TA was provided to ensure that the tricycles are repainted and handles repaired by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by May 23, 2025
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 some food items in the facilitys food preparation area where childrens snacks and beverages are stored and in some classrooms that were expired. The specialist observed three boxes of graham crackers that were expired as of 3/24/25 and Welchs fruit snacks expired as of 3/4/2025. In the infant classroom there was a loaf of bread in the refrigerator that was expired as of 4/23/2025. The provider immediately discarded of the expired food items at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the provider follows the recommendation for expiration dates listed 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: 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 in the infant classroom toys and furniture for infants to include a rocker horse, rocking chairs, bouncers, etc. stored in an unused restroom. The specialist advised that toys can not be stored in the restroom. The provider advised that the toys are not used and that the program receives a lot of donations. The specialist asked the provider to remove the toys from the restroom. The provider immediately removed the toys from the restroom at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that toys and furniture are stored in sanitary condition.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 31 - Indoor Equipment
- Official code
- 31-05
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Child care personnel who completed ELFL health and safety modules did not complete additional DEL-approved health and safety training by required date. (Section 3.2.A.2.a. and 3.2.C Training Requirements, Page 7) [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist determined that the child care personnel listed on the supplemental did not completed the required SR courses within 90 days of employment. The staff started at the facility on 6/17/2024. The staff started Health Safety and Nutrition in a school readiness program but has not finished the course. The staff needs to complete Safety Practices in a school readiness course. The provider is aware from a previous inspection that both courses need to be completed by the due date. TA was provided to ensure that the required courses are completed by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by May 23, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-17
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Child care personnel who completed ELFL health and safety modules did not complete additional DEL-approved health and safety training by required date. (Section 3.2.A.2.a. and 3.2.C Training Requirements, Page 7) [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that the staff listed in the supplemental did not complete the health and safety required SR training that was due by June 30, 2024.
- Correction status
- Due by January 17, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-17
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- The facility had an inadequate number of child care personnel appropriately trained in CPR to maintain coverage both on-site and on field trips. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, there were 3 classrooms and 5 staff and only the director that is listed in the supplemental had current CPR and first aid. TA was provided that 0-25 staff at least 3 staff are required to have current CPR and first aid that are in direct supervision of children. TA was provided that more staff will need to complete the required CPR and first aid.
- Correction status
- Due by December 28, 2024
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 36 - CPR Requirements
- Official code
- 36-03
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- The facility did not have an adequate number of child care personnel appropriately trained in first aid to maintain coverage both on- site and on field trips. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, there were 3 classrooms and 5 staff and only the director that is listed in the supplemental had current CPR and first aid. TA was provided that 0-25 staff at least 3 staff are required to have current CPR and first aid that are in direct supervision of children. TA was provided that more staff will need to complete the required CPR and first aid.
- Correction status
- Due by December 28, 2024
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 37 - First Aid Requirements
- Official code
- 37-02
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- There were no daily attendance records or they were unavailable for review by the licensing authority. CCF Handbook, Section 7, B.4 (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 daily attendance was not completed in the - & 2-year-old classroom. There were 5 children present and no children were signed in. The staff signed the children in during the inspection. TA was provided that the classroom must have all children signed in at all times. ENFORCEMENT
- Correction status
- Due by January 17, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 46 - Daily Attendance
- Official code
- 46-01
No recorded violations in this report
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, the counselor observed storage of hazardous materials accessible to children in care. In the laundry area of the facility the counselor observed two open containers of powdered laundry detergents stacked on the floor near the washer. As well as in the metal two door cabinet near the washer was unlocked and stored cleaners and disinfectants on a low shelf. The provider advised that the hazardous material must be removed and placed high or behind a locked cabinet. The counselor also observed in the food preparation, staff lounge a black utility cart with open paint cans, a power drill and other tools and building material stored and the door to the ro ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 13 - Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons
- Official code
- 13-02
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 counselor observed the pm snack menu with only one food group offered]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, B Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the pm snack menu with only one food group offered. The counselor advised the provider that at least two food groups have to be offered for a snack. The provider gave the example for tomorrows snack item being listed as Granola bar and water to offering 100% juice and a granola bar. The provider revised the rest of the weeks snack menu with adding 100% juice as the additional food group added at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the snack menu includes at least two different food groups.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 25 - Meals and Snacks
- Official code
- 25-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Bottles and/or sippy cups brought from home were not labeled with childs first and last name. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.5, B Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the counselor observed multiple bottles and childrens water bottles provided from home not labeled with the childs full first and last name and only had the childs first name labeled. The provider immediately had the staff to label all bottles to include the childrens first and last name. TA was provided to ensure that the bottles and water cups are labeled appropriately.
- 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
- Diaper changing procedure was not posted in the changing area and/or was not followed. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, L
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the one year old classroom near the diapering station with no diapering procedures posted. The provider immediately posed the diapering procedures in the classroom at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that diapering procedures are posted near diapering stations at all times.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
- Official code
- 30-14
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Child Care personnel, returning to the industry and who were in compliance with training requirements when they left the industry, did not complete new mandated training within 90 days of employment. CCF Handbook, Section 4.3, A
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, the counselor determined that the child care personnel listed on the supplemental did not complete training within 12 months of starting in the industry. The staff started in the industry on 8/4/2022 and has not completed required DCF training courses. The staff started at the facility on 6/18/2024 and has still not completed 40 hour training. TA was provided to ensure that the staff completes required training for 40 hours by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by September 13, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-04
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documentation to show completion of a Department approved five-hour early literacy and language development course for child care personnel within 12 months of date of employment in child care industry and/or the early literacy course documentation was not uploaded in the Florida Pathways/Registry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.2 and 4.5, C
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, the counselor determined that the child care personnel listed on the supplemental did not complete five hour literacy training course within 12 months of working in the industry. The staff started in the industry on 8/4/2022. The staff started at the facility on 6/18/2024 and has still not completed training course. TA was provided to ensure that the staff completes five hour literacy course by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by September 13, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-06
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]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the child care personnel failed to document 10 hour in service training on the required log, CF-FSP Form 5268. The provider had staff to document the completed training on the log at time of inspection with 10 hours of training. TA was provided to ensure that the required form is documented each year with the at least 10 hours of training.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-08
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
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, the counselor determined that the child care personnel listed on the supplemental did not complete annual exposure plan training. The training was last completed on 8/4/2023. The provider had the staff complete training at time of inspection, signed with todays date. TA was provided to ensure that child care personnel complete the exposure plan training initially before starting and annually.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 35 - Communicable Disease Control
- Official code
- 35-12
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]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, the counselor determined that the children listed on the supplemental had expired Immunization records. Child 1s record was expired as of 7/26/2024. Child 2s record was expired as of 7/6/2024. Child 3s record was expired 8/6/2024. Child 4s record was expired as of 6/12/2024. Child 5s record was expired as of 6/25/2024. TA was provided to ensure that the children have current Immunization record forms on file by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by September 13, 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
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
- Report comments
- At the time of reinspection, the counselor determined that the facility did not have child care personnel listed on the supplemental to complete exposure plan training and place on file for Licensing to review. TA was provided to ensure that the staff completes exposure plan training and training is documented on file by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by July 30, 2024
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 35 - Communicable Disease Control
- Official code
- 35-12
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- Personnel records or copies of records were not being maintained at the facility and available for review by the licensing authority. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of reinspection, the counselor determined that the facility did not have complete personnel files with all required documents included on file for the child care personnel listed on the supplemental. TA was provided to ensure that by the due date provided the staff have complete files with all required documents discussed via phone and email conversations and as listed on the personnel checklist provided by the counselor via email multiple times.
- Correction status
- Due by July 30, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-01
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
- Inspector notes
- At the time of reinspection, the counselor determined that the provider did not initiate an out of state search for child abuse registry or sexual offender search state specific for the child care personnel listed on the supplemental. The counselor and provider have discussed in detail how to initiate each screening for each state multiple times and counselor answered all providers questions. TA was provided to ensure that the provider initiates the screening and documents on file for Licensing to review by the due date and also once results are received place them on file.
- Correction status
- Due by July 30, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-11
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The facility's menu was not [ was not planned, 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 reinspection, the counselor observed that the facility failed to post a current snack menu to include both a morning and afternoon snack that the facility provides to children in care. The counselor advised the provider that they need a snack menu and encouraged staff to complete a menu for the rest of this week to ensure compliance at time of inspection. The provider immediately hand wrote a snack menu for today and the rest of this week and posted the menu at time of inspection. The counselor and provider discussed again that snack must include at least two different food groups and options provided must be nutritional for children in care. TA was provided to ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 26 - Meal and Snack Menus
- Official code
- 26-01
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- Personnel records or copies of records were not being maintained at the facility and available for review by the licensing authority. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of reinspection, the counselor determined that the child care personnel listed on the supplemental did not have a complete personnel file with all required documents included for Licensing counselor to review. The counselor has provided the provider with a copy of the personnel checklist and required forms multiple times sent via email and detailed that each staffs file must be complete with all required forms prior to the staff starting at the facility. TA was provided to ensure that staff has a complete file with required documents on file by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by June 21, 2024
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- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-01
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The facility failed to maintain written documentation for the number of hours a volunteer worked. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, F
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the volunteer listed on the supplemental did not have a complete log of hours worked on file. The staff started volunteering on 5/3/2024. The provider had staff to complete a log of hours worked for the month of May 2024 at time of inspection. TA was provided to provider to ensure that volunteers complete a log of hours worked and document hours on file for licensing to review.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-06
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 facility did not have a menu posted.]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, B Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of reinspection, the counselor observed the facility did not have a menu posted. The counselor observed morning snack where staff offered the children in care apple sauce. The counselor asked what other snack the children will have. The provider answered she is not sure, she does not know what snack items are stored at the facility. The counselor and staff walked the classrooms and found snacks stored in empty classrooms that were in date. Snacks included Cheerios cereal, Nutrigrain cereal bars (mixed fruit), Veggie chips and apple cinnamon rice cakes. The counselor encouraged the provider to offer the children another snack items to ensure 2 food groups were met. ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 25 - Meals and Snacks
- Official code
- 25-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The facility does not have documentation for all child care personnel on required annual refresher education of the facilitys exposure plan. CCF Handbook, Section 6
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the child care personnel new to the facility did not complete initial exposure plan training. TA was provided to ensure that the staff completed exposure plan training by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by June 21, 2024
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 35 - Communicable Disease Control
- Official code
- 35-12
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
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the child care personnel listed on the supplemental did not have a documentation of a search initiated for out of state screening for child abuse and neglect and sexual offender search. TA was provided to ensure that the provider initiates a screening for both child abuse and neglect as well as sexual offender search for each state the staff has lived in within the past 5 years.
- Correction status
- Due by June 21, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-11
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- An unscreened individual was left alone with children in care. s.435.06(2)(a), F.S. and CCF Handbook, Section 5.2, C General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the children in care in the preschool classroom with two through four year old children present being supervised from staff, personnel and a parent from the Lighthouse ministries whom did not have current background screenings. Personnel advised that they were volunteers due to the facilitys staff being out. The counselor advised that children can not be left alone with unauthorized personnel at any time. The personnel advised that the child care personnel who meets all requirements was in another part of the building. Child care personnel shortly came back to the classroom and counselor reiterated that children in care can ne ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
- Official code
- 04-18
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 Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the counselor observed paint chipping on the wall in the preschool classroom with mixed ages of two through four years old within reach of children towards the lower part of the wall near the restroom. The provider advised that they will paint the area. TA was provided to ensure that the area is repainted by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by May 16, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-03
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, the counselor observed expired food items in the 1 st classroom on the left side from the entrance as well as in the food preparation area refrigerators. The Go Gurt tube yogurts were expired as of 1/27/2024, the apple sauce was expired as of 1/24/2024 and the fruit cups of pineapples and mandarin oranges was expired as of 10/28/2023 and 4/8/2024. The provider immediately discarded of the food items at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that staff checks manufacturers recommended expiration dates frequently and follow them to ensure expired food items are not offered to children in care.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-18
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 [snack did not include at least twp different food groups and enough quantity to meet children nutritional needs. ]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, B Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of inspection, the counselor reviewed the facilitys snack menu posted. The provider advised that parents provide daily lunches and provider provides snacks in the morning and afternoon. The counselor advised the provider that they need to send a written request to add food service on their current license. As well as offered technical support that the morning and afternoon snack must include two different food groups. The counselor observed the snack for morning for today was noted as cereal and the afternoon snack noted as fruit on the facilitys monthly snack menu. The counselor advised that the facility must provide nutritious meals and snacks of a quantity and ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by May 16, 2024
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 25 - Meals and Snacks
- Official code
- 25-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- A refrigerator was observed without a thermometer or with a thermometer showing a temperature reading greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, F.1.
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the far upright refrigerator in the kitchen with no thermometer present. TA was provided to ensure that the refrigerator has a thermometer present at all times.
- Correction status
- Due by May 16, 2024
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 25 - Meals and Snacks
- Official code
- 25-07
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The ground cover or other protective surface under the [he stationary multi colored climbing equipment with slides ] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the resilient surface of mulch on the older childrens playground near the stationary multi colored climbing equipment with slides did not meet the required 6 inches in depth and 6 ft in perimeter. The mulch measured at 4 inches in depth. TA was provided to ensure that the mulch is raked or added to meet the requirement of 6 inches in depth and 6 ft in perimeter.
- Correction status
- Due by May 16, 2024
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-07
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have 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
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, the counselor determined that the child care personnel listed on the supplemental who was present in the infant and one year old classroom has not completed safe sleep practices and shaken baby syndrome training within 30 days of employment at the facility. The child care personnel started at the facility on 1/22/2024. TA was provided to ensure that the staff completes the required training by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by May 16, 2024
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- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-09
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 counselor determined that the facility does not have a director with current credentials on site. The provider advised that they are looking for a director to hire. The previous directors last date of employment was 4/4/2024. As of 4/5/2024 the facility did not have a director. On 4/8/2024 the provider emailed the counselor notice of loss of director. TA was provided to ensure that the facility has a director by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by October 2, 2024
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- Report section
- TRAINING - 34 - Credentialed Staff
- Official code
- 34-04
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
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, the counselor determined that the child care personnel listed on the supplemental did not complete exposure plan refresher training annually. Staff last completed the training on 3/6/2023. TA was provided to ensure that the exposure plan refresher training is completed annually and documented on file for Licensing to review.
- Correction status
- Due by May 16, 2024
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 35 - Communicable Disease Control
- Official code
- 35-12
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]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, the counselor determined that the children listed on the supplemental has an expired Immunization record form. Child 1 expired as of 3/20/2024. Child 2 expired as of 4/3/2024. TA was provided to ensure that the children have a current Immunization record on file by the due date for Licensing to review.
- Correction status
- Due by May 16, 2024
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- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-02
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- Personnel records or copies of records were not being maintained at the facility and available for review by the licensing authority. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, the counselor determined that the designated representative and other personnel did not have a complete file to include results of an eligible background screening on file for Licensing to review. TA was provided to ensure that the individuals have personnel records on file for Licensing to review. Counselor reviewed 5 staff files.
- Correction status
- Due by May 16, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-01
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.]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1, D, E, and F
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, the counselor determined that the child care personnel did not have a search initiated for out of state child abuse registry for the states of North Carolina, South Carolina and Virginia. The provider received the out of state background screening provisional hire letter on 1/11/2024. TA was provided to ensure that the provider initiates a search for out of state registry for all states provider has lived in within the past 5 years by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by May 16, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-11
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- Harmful items including cleaning supplies, flammable products, poisonous, toxic, and hazardous materials were accessible to children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the door to the staff only restroom in the two year old classroom was not locked the latch on the top of the door on the outside was unlatched inside the restroom was a large bottle of pine sol cleaner sitting on a chair next to the sink. Counselor reminded staff that is chemical or any hazardous material is stored it should not be accessible to children. The staff understood and immediately locked the latch on the door. TA was provided to ensure that children in care do not have access to chemicals or any other hazardous materials at any time.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 13 - Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons
- Official code
- 13-03
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, the counselor observed food items that were expired. The counselor observed a bag of garden veggie straws that were expired as of 12/4/23 in the one year old classroom. Also, the Chips Ahoy cookies expired as of 6/22/23 and sour patch kids candy expired as of 12/5/23 in the three and four year old classroom. Provider immediately discarded of the food items at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the manufacturers date is followed to ensure that expired food is not offered to children in care.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-18
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- A freezer was observed without a thermometer or with a thermometer showing a temperature reading greater than 0 degrees Fahrenheit. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, F.1.
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the mini refrigerators in all of the four classrooms with no thermometer in the freezer section of the refrigerator/freezer combos. TA was provided to ensure that thermometers are placed in the freezers by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by January 12, 2024
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- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 25 - Meals and Snacks
- Official code
- 25-08
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The ground cover or other protective surface under the [domed shaped climbing equipment] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the dome shaped climbing equipment with the resilient surface of mulch not meeting the required 6 inches in depth and 6 feet in perimeter. The mulch measured at 4 inches. The provider immediately racked mulch from an area off to the side where the bikes were stored that did not need mulch to meet the required 6 inches at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that resilient surface is maintained at all times.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- 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 Training [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the child care personnel listed on the supplemental did not complete the required 10 in service training for the current year beginning 7/1/2022-6/30/2023. Staff completed a training course after the deadline on 7/11/2023 which is reflected on DCG training transcript. TA was provided to ensure that staff completes the required in service within the current year dates to remain in compliance.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-07
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The facility's written plan of scheduled activities was not followed. CCF Handbook, Section 2.6 General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the counselor asked staff/provider if children went outside today. Staff stated that children did not go outside and stated that it was too hot. Counselor explained that children must have 2 times throughout the day of outdoor time but, on hot summer days, time can be limited to 30 minutes. Provider disagreed and stated she will not take the children outdoors and she will take the citation. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that outdoor time is followed as posted on their daily schedule and that children have the opportunity to go outdoors.
- Correction status
- Due by September 8, 2023
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- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 09 - Planned Activities
- Official code
- 09-02
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]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of inspection, the counselor observed a closed door that was a restroom inside the infant and one year old classroom. Counselor observed a container filled with water and bleach inside of a bath tub. Counselor advised the provider to have the door locked with the latch as well as closed because of the water hazard and other chemicals. Staff states that they use the water to sanitize toys and the lock is usually latched. Provider immediately locked the latch on the door. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that potentially hazardous harm for children in care is recognized and corrected.
- 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
- 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 inspection the counselor observed harmful chemicals (Odoban) on the kitchen cabinet with the door opened and accessible to the children in care. Counselor advised provider of the door not locked and chemicals present and asked provider to move the items high up or place them in a locked area. Provider immediately moved the chemicals. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that hazardous materials are not made accessible to children.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 13 - Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons
- Official code
- 13-03
Higher concern: Sleep safety
- Report finding
- The nap/sleep space interfered with exit areas. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.2, E
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the counselor observed a child sleeping in the one year old classroom in front of an exit door. Classroom has two exit doors. Counselor informed staff that children can not sleep or block any exits and asked the staff to move the childs cot. Staff moved the child from the exit immediately. Technical assistance provided to ensure children do not sleep blocking any exits.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 19 - Nap/Sleep Space Requirements
- Official code
- 19-05
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 inspection, the counselor observed no menu posted in an inconspicuous area. Provider stated that the only offer an am/pm snack and that menus and usually posted in each classroom on the refrigerators. Counselor asked staff if a current menu was posted and all staff replied, no. Counselor asked if a menu can be posted. Staff immediately posted the menu throughout the facility. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that a current menu is posted in an inconspicuous location that parents can view.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 26 - Meal and Snack Menus
- Official code
- 26-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Bottles and/or sippy cups brought from home were not labeled with childs first and last name. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.5, B Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the counselor observed multiple bottles and sippy cups throughout the facility not labeled to include childs first and last name. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that parents and or staff labels all bottles and sippy cups with childrens first and last names.
- Correction status
- Due by September 8, 2023
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- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 28 - Bottles, Breastmilk, Formula and Infant Food
- Official code
- 28-02
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Child care personnel did not wash their hands [immediately after diapering]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.1 Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the counselor observed child care personnel in the infant's room, diaper an infant and did not wash her hands after changing a diaper. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that staff follow the diapering procedures step by step and wash their hands between changes to maintain sanitation.
- Correction status
- Due by August 18, 2023
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- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 29 - Health and Sanitation
- Official code
- 29-02
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Child care personnel did not assist children with hand washing [after the child's diaper was changed]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.1
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the counselor observed Child care personnel in the infants room not wash a childs hand after changing the infants diaper. Staff placed the infant in a high chair and gave the child a bottle without assisting the infant with washing hands. Staff explained that she usually wipes the infants hands with a baby wipe. Counselor encouraged staff to follow diapering procedures posted which reads to wash hands with soap and water. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that staff assist children with washing hands and maintain sanitation.
- Correction status
- Due by August 18, 2023
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- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 29 - Health and Sanitation
- Official code
- 29-03
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- The diaper changing surface was not cleaned and sanitized or disinfected after each use. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, E Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the counselor observed a staff in the infants classroom change a childs diaper and not wipe down the diaper changing mat after use. Counselor asked the staff to wipe down the surface. Staff immediately wiped the surface down. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that after each use the changing surface is sanitized.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
- Official code
- 30-05
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 sand box was not covered, covering was not fitted tight]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B and F Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the counselor observed a sand box that was loosely covered with a mesh covering, but areas of sand were exposed. Provider placed the covering over the sand box fitted immediately. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that sand box and other equipment is maintained safe and sanitary for children in care.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- 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 [ multi colored outdoor equipment with two slides ] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the counselor observed protective surface on the older children's playground not maintained. The multi colored outdoor equipment with two slides mulch measured at 5 inches. Counselor advised provider that mulch may need to be raked and fluffed and additional mulch added to meet the required 6 inches in depth. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that protective surface on all stationary equipment must be maintained to meet the requirements.
- Correction status
- Due by September 8, 2023
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-07
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The equipment used in the outdoor play area was not constructed and maintained according to manufacturers recommendations, and/or to allow for water drainage or open containers for water play were not emptied. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, F Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the counselor observed play buckets and plastic bowls on the older childrens playground with standing water that was not emptied. Also, on the toddler's playground a brown plastic playground equipment was turned over with water collected on the backside and a pink Frisby like toy was also turned over with standing water. Provider discarded of the standing water on the playground equipment immediately. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that outdoor play equipment is inspected daily for equipment that has the potential to collect water and remove or drain the water before children use the play area.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-09
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The Student Health Examination or equivalent health statement was not acceptable in that: [ It was not current (over two years old)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the child listed on the supplemental had an expired health physical examination documented on file. Form was dated 7/20/2021. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that children have an up to date physical examination on file.
- Correction status
- Due by September 8, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
- Official code
- 42-02
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
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the reinspection, the CCR counselor reviewed the facility's daily indoor/outdoor checklist and observed the last entry was dated 5/7/23. Technical assistance was given to the provider to ensure the checklist is completed daily and documented.
- Correction status
- Due by June 29, 2023
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- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-19
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
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the inspection, the facility did not have a daily indoor and outdoor checklist. A sample daily checklist was reviewed and emailed to the provider on today's date for use going forward. The provider was reminded that indoor and outdoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety and documented on a daily inspection log and any problems must be corrected before the play area is used by children.
- Correction status
- Due by May 23, 2023
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- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-19
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 the 2-year-old classroom had a light fixture that was out and the lighting measured 14.19 foot candles. Also, the hallway leading to the classrooms also had fixtures that were inoperable and the lighting measured 1.69 - 12.72 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 May 23, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 14 - Lighting, Temperature, and Ventilation
- Official code
- 14-01
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, was not written, was not accessible to parents, was not planned]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, H
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the provider stated the parent/guardian was responsible for supplying meals for their child(ren) enrolled. The facility only supplies snacks. The CCR counselor did not observe any menu posted in the facility. Technical assistance was given to the provider to post a snack menu prior to the due date and was reminded that the menu must be planned, written, dated, and posted at the beginning of each week in an easily seen place, accessible to the parents/guardians and any substitutions must be noted.
- Correction status
- Due by May 23, 2023
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 26 - Meal and Snack Menus
- Official code
- 26-01
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- Inspections were not conducted and documented monthly of all supports, above and below the ground, all connectors, and moving parts. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed the facility's physical environment log and observed the last entry was dated 2/28/22. Technical assistance was given to the provider as a reminder that monthly inspections must be completed and documented on the physical environment log. Lastly, the CCR counselor observed the plastic picnic table was starting to show signs of wear. Technical assistance was given to the provider to monitor the table and remove/repair as necessary. Also, technical assistance was given to the provider to monitor the wood on the blue car and to replace as needed.
- Correction status
- Due by May 23, 2023
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-04
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
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed all staff files and determined that the staff listed on the supplemental did not successfully complete the Departments training within 12 months from the date training began, not to exceed 15 months from the date of employment in the child care industry. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff start complete/pass tests prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by May 23, 2023
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-01
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facilitys posted emergency information did not include the following: [ County Public Health Unit phone number]. CCF Handbook, Section 6.3, A Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed the emergency phone numbers posted was missing the Health Dept. phone number. Technical assistance was given to the provider to update the emergency phone list prior to the due date. The provider was also reminded that emergency numbers must be posted near all telephones.
- Correction status
- Due by May 23, 2023
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 38 - Emergency Telephone Numbers
- Official code
- 38-01
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The child care personnel record did not include a signed statement regarding any work in a center that had been subject to negative licensing action or the subject of disciplinary action while employed. s.402.3055(1)(b), F.S. and Section 7.4, A 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 did not have a Supplement to the Child Care Facility form in their file. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff sign prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by May 23, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-03
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 May 23, 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 and/or not a full 5-years' worth of employment). Technical assistance was given to the provider to complete prior to the due date. The provider was reminded that 5-year employment 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 ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by May 23, 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.
- Correction status
- Due by May 23, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-09
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
How does the center ensure that all staff members are accurately listed on the employee roster in the state Clearinghouse?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records show that an inspection in April 2026 identified an issue with maintaining a current employee roster in the Clearinghouse. This question helps clarify the center's current process for updating staff records promptly.
- Context
- The provider updated the roster at the time of the inspection.
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Finding-specific
What is your current process for ensuring that all required out-of-state background screening documentation is initiated and maintained for new staff?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records show multiple instances between 2024 and 2026 where out-of-state background screening documentation was incomplete. This question helps parents understand how the facility now tracks these specific requirements for new hires.
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Finding-specific
Can you describe your current policy regarding the use of sleep sacks for infants to ensure they meet safety standards?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from December 2025 noted an issue with a sleep sack restricting an infant's arms. This question helps parents understand the center's current safety practices for nap time.
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Finding-specific
How do you ensure that all cleaning supplies and other potentially harmful materials remain inaccessible to children throughout the day?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records indicate several instances between 2023 and 2025 where cleaning supplies or hazardous materials were found to be accessible to children. This question helps parents understand the current storage procedures for these items.
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What is your daily routine for inspecting outdoor play equipment to ensure it remains safe and in good repair for the children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records from 2023 through 2026 show repeated findings regarding the maintenance of outdoor equipment and protective surfacing. This question helps parents understand how the facility currently manages the safety of the outdoor play areas.
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