Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 2.04
- Local median
- 1.71
Larkin Little Lambs Academy
640 S Scenic Hwy, Lake Wales, FL 33853
- License:
- C10PO0245
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 12, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, VPK, After School, Before School, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 6:45AM to 5:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 117
- License expiration:
- May 16, 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 15, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsApril 15, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 23 available inspections for Larkin Little Lambs Academy from January 5, 2023 through April 15, 2026.
11 inspections recorded violations, with 47 recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on April 14, 2026 and involved attendance accountability, with a due date of May 14, 2026.
That higher-concern topic showed up in three 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
- 23
- Recorded violations
- 47
- Higher-concern violations
- 13
- Repeated topics
- 6
6 in last 12 months
15 in last 12 months
3 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
23 total inspections vs 16.5 local median in 33853
Compared to 26 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 26%
- Local median
- 25%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 48%
- Local median
- 50%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 6
- Local average
- 4.27
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Staff training
Appeared across 8 inspections, with 11 recorded violations.
September 8, 2023January 11, 2024September 12, 2024January 9, 2025February 13, 2025May 7, 2025September 11, 2025January 7, 2026Health or food records
Appeared across 5 inspections, with 12 recorded violations.
January 11, 2024January 9, 2025May 7, 2025January 7, 2026April 14, 2026Attendance accountability
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
September 8, 2023April 14, 2026Equipment or readiness
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
January 9, 2025September 11, 2025Recordkeeping
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
September 8, 2023September 12, 2024Facility condition
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
May 7, 2025April 14, 2026Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Child care personnel working in the food preparation area did not wear proper head covering. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.1, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental were preparing breakfast plates for the children in the kitchenette without head covering. The Child Care Personnel was peeling eggs. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that head covering is used while preparing food. This standard was brought back into compliance. •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-13
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Open packages of perishable or leftover foods were not [ discarded within 7 calendar days, labeled with date]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed baked beans and gravy in clear container without being labeled or dated. Technical assistance was provided that opened packages of perishable or leftover food items must be properly covered or sealed in containers or bags, labeled with the date, and properly stored and discarded within seven calendar days. This standard was brought back into compliance when Provider labeled the clear food containers. •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-21
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. (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the Artic Air Commercial refrigerator in the kitchen without a thermometer inside. Technical assistance was provided that an accurate thermometer designed to measure cold storage temperature must be placed inside each refrigeration and freezer unit. This standard was brought back into compliance when thermometer was placed in refrigerator. •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 25 - Meals and Snacks
- Official code
- 25-08
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Diaper changing occurred on a surface that was not impermeable. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, E (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed three classrooms diaper changing mat/pad torn. Technical assistance was provided that when children in diapers are in care, there must be a diaper changing area with an impermeable surface that is cleaned and sanitized or disinfected after each use.
- Correction status
- Due by May 14, 2026
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
- Official code
- 30-06
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]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental did not have exposure plan/bloodborne pathogen training on files. Technical assistance was provide that personnel are required to be educated on the homes exposure plan regarding standard precautions before beginning to work and annually thereafter. Written documentation that child care personnel have participated in the homes annual refresher education for the exposure plan and understand the proper procedures in the event there is exposure to blood and potentially infectious fluids must be retained for 12 months and be available for licensing to review. This s ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 35 - Communicable Disease Control
- Official code
- 35-12
Higher concern: Medication
- Report finding
- Medication was not stored in either a locked area or inaccessible and out of a childs reach. CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, G (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed Vaseline Petroleum Jelly was in unsecured under the changing table accessible to the children in care. Technical assistance was provided all medication must have child resistant caps, if applicable, and must either be stored in a locked area or must be out of any childs reach. If medication is stored in the food preparation area, it must be stored in a manner to prevent contamination of food, food contact surfaces, or medication. This standard was brought back into compliance when the Vaseline Petroleum Jelly was removed and placed inside a cabinet. •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 40 - Medication
- Official code
- 40-15
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Child(ren) did not have a Student Health Examination/DH (Form 3040), or an equivalent health statement on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the child listed on the supplemental did not have a Student Health Examination on file. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all children have current Student Health Examination form on file. This standard was brought back into compliance when Provider contacted the Parent and obtained a current copy of the Student Health Examination form. •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
- Official code
- 42-01
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed several children arrival and departure times not documented on the forms for the months of January 2026 to April 2026. Technical assistance was provided that the custodial parent or guardian may document the time when his/her child enters and departs the child care facility or program. However, child care facility personnel are responsible for ensuring that attendance records are complete and accurate.
- Correction status
- Due by May 14, 2026
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 46 - Daily Attendance
- Official code
- 46-03
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- The attendance roster did not accompany the group of children in that [it did not represent the classroom make up. ].CCF Handbook, Section 7.5, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed a classroom (infant to 1-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. This standard was put back into compliance when provider ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 46 - Daily Attendance
- Official code
- 46-07
No recorded violations in this report
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
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed all staff files and observed the staff listed on the supplemental did not complete Early Literacy training within 1 year of their industry start date. The staff completed after the 1-year mark. Technical assistance was given to the provider as a reminder that staff have 1 year from their industry start date to complete Early Literacy training.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-06
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 Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed all staff files and observed the staff listed on the supplemental did not have current documentation of training on the facilitys exposure plan. Technical assistance was given to the provider to review with the staff and document the training prior to the due date. Lastly, the provider was reminded that a refresher education of the facilitys exposure plan must be conducted with all staff annually.
- Correction status
- Due by February 6, 2026
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 35 - Communicable Disease Control
- Official code
- 35-12
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facilitys outdoor play area contained litter, nails, glass or other hazards that posed a low potential for harm to children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed several areas of fencing that has separated from the support pole and had a gap between the pole and the fencing. The provider installed zip ties securing the fencing back on the poles while the licensing specialist was still present placing the facility back into compliance for this standard.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-01
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed multiple areas of fencing that had gaps larger than 3 1/2 inches. The areas measured 8 - 9 inches. Technical assistance was given to the provider to add a barrier along the fence line or repair the fencing prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by October 10, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-07
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Child care personnel, including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the required in-service training during the states fiscal year beginning July 1 and ending June 30. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.7 (Section 3.3, Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Training [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed all staff files and observed the staff listed on the supplemental only had 5 1/2 hours documented in-service training for the fiscal year 2024 - 2025. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff complete additional in-service training prior to the due date and log on the in-service form. Lastly, technical assistance was given to the provider that these hours cannot be used towards this years' in-service hours.
- Correction status
- Due by October 10, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-07
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- All child care personnel who completed DCF training did not complete additional DEL-approved health and safety training by required date. (Section 3.2.A.1. and 3.2.C Training Requirements, Page 7) [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed all staff files and determined that the staff listed on the supplemental did not complete 1 of the 2 additional new required pre-service classes within 90-days. One course was completed late, and the other has not been completed. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff complete prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by October 10, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-16
No recorded violations in this report
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The facility didnt have a written plan of scheduled activities. CCF Handbook, Section 2.6 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the provider divided the first classroom from the office into two classroom with lining toy storage furniture and other wood furniture to separate the classes into infants and one year old classroom. The specialist observed only an infant schedule. The provided immediately placed a toddler schedule for the one year old classroom up at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that a daily schedule of planned activities is posted at all times in each classroom. TS was provided to ensure that if the provider intends to permanently separate the classrooms, they contact Office of Licensing to measure the room to ens ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 09 - Planned Activities
- Official code
- 09-01
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The facility used electronic media time with children younger than 2 years of age. CCF Handbook, Section 2.6, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed multiple classroom with children under the age of two years old watching educational media programs on tablets in the classrooms. The classrooms include the infant, one year old classroom near infants and the mixed classroom with one and two year old children. The specialist advised the staff and provider that children under the age of two can not be offered media and encouraged them to only allow children to listen to the audio while in care. All of the classrooms turned off the media on tablets at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that children under two years old are not offered media.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 09 - Planned Activities
- Official code
- 09-06
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- A safety deficiency having a low potential for harm to the children in care was observed. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed a television cord hanging loosely from the television on the wall in the mixed classroom of three and four year old children. The provider immediately purchased cord protector to be delivered and placed the protector along the wall to secure the cord in place, eliminating a strangulation hazard. TA was provided to ensure that the potential hazards to children's safety are eliminated.
- 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 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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed in the two and three year old classroom in a storage room that was not locked a mop and bucket filled with water and a disinfectant stored. The specialist advised that if the mop and bucket are stored then the door should remain locked to ensure it is inaccessible to children in care. The provider immediately removed and discarded of the water in the mop bucket and advised the staff to make fresh water when needed and immediately dump the water to eliminate it being stored. TA was provided to ensure that standing water in a mop bucket with disinfectant is not accessible to children in care to eliminate a safety hazard.
- 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
- 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 2 gallons of Lactaid brand 1% milk stored in the overflow refrigerator near the two and three year old classroom. The milk was expired as of 4/21/2025. The provider advised that the milk is for a specific child. The provider discarded of the milk at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the provider follows the recommendation for expiration dates set by the manufacturer.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-18
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the facility did not have a weekly current menu posted at the beginning of the week. The provider advised that she knew the menu was not posted, the provider immediately placed current menu dated for the current week at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the facility has a current menu posted at the beginning of each week.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- 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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed a few childrens water bottles and cups provided from home that were not labeled with the childrens names. The provider immediately had staff label the childrens bottles with first and last name at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that water bottles or 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
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3)
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist determined that the child care personnel listed on the supplemental did not complete required introductory training courses prior to starting at the facility after returning to the industry. The staff started in the industry on 9/13/2022 and left the industry in 2023. The staff returned to the industry when she was hired at the facility on 3/30/2025 but has not obtained 45 hours of DCF introductory training. The staff was out of compliance for training when she was hired at the facility. The provider, terminated the staff immediately at time of inspection. The staff was removed from the classroom, sent home and replaced with ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-01
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documented proof that all child care personnel were trained and knowledgeable within 30 days of date of hire in [ safe sleep practices and shaken baby syndrome]. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.3 and 4.2.5 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Training [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist determined that the child care personnel listed on the supplemental did not complete safe sleep training course within 30 days of employment. The staff started at the facility on 3/30/2025. The provider, terminated the staff immediately at time of inspection. The staff was removed from the classroom, sent home and replaced with another staff in compliance with training. TA was provided to ensure that child care personnel complete safe sleep training course if facility offers care to infants in their program within 30 days of employment.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-09
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Child care personnel did not complete preservice training requirements prior to unsupervised contact with or care of children or, if supervised, within 90 days of beginning employment or service with the provider. (Section 3.1 and 3.2 Training Requirements, Page 7) [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist determined that the child care personnel listed on the supplemental did not complete required preservice courses prior to supervising children directly in the classroom. The staff was observed in the mixed class of one and two year old children. The staff started at the facility on 3/30/2025. The provider, terminated the staff immediately at time of inspection. The staff was removed from the classroom, sent home and replaced with another staff in compliance with training. TA was provided to ensure staff is in compliance with training prior to offering care to children directly supervised by personnel.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-13
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist determined that the children listed on the supplemental had expired Immunization records. Child 1s form expired on 5/1/2025. Child 2s form expired on 5/4/2025. TA was provided to ensure that the children have current Immunization records on file for Licensing to review by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by June 6, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-02
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The Student Health Examination or equivalent health statement was not acceptable in that: [ It was not current (over two years old)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist determined that the children listed on the supplemental had expired medical physical. The childs physical was last dated 2/28/2025. The form is good for two years. TA was provided to ensure that the child has a current medical physical by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by June 6, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
- Official code
- 42-02
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documentation to show child care personnel had begun the introductory training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.1
- Inspector notes
- On Tuesday, February 11, 2025, the specialist emailed the provider asking for an update on the child care personnel listed on the supplemental. The provider asked for more explanation. The provider and specialist had a phone conversation that afternoon. The specialist reviewed the personnel's training transcript and observed training has not been started since the last inspection. The specialist explained training standard and the staff's date of hire and the provider advised that she understood. The specialist asked for an update on personnel. The staff advised provider that the staff is still working at the facility. The specialist asked the provider if the staff has been i ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-03
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 Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed a few red ant piles on the childrens playground. The provider immediately sprayed the ant piles with an insect spray and eliminated the ant piles at time of inspection. Also, the provider observed the blue and red stationary bikes on the older childrens playground with paint chipping. The provider removed the outdoor equipment from the playground at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that low potential hazards are eliminated from the childrens outdoor play area.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-01
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documentation to show child care personnel had begun the introductory training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.1
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist determined that the child care personnel listed on the supplemental did not start a required DCF training course from introductory training courses within 90 days of starting at the facility. The staff started at the facility on 7/16/2024. TA was provided to ensure that the staff starts a training course from part 1 or part 2 by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by February 7, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-03
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 Licensing specialist determined that the children listed on the supplemental with expired Immunization records. Child 1s form was expired as of 1/6/2025. Child 2s form was expired as of 12/31/2024. TA was provided to ensure that the children have current Immunization records by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by February 7, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-02
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- All child care personnel who completed DCF training did not complete additional DEL-approved health and safety training by required date. (Section 3.2.A.1. and 3.2.C Training Requirements, Page 7) [SR]
- Report comments
- The staff listed in the supplemental started in the industry on 4/2/24 but did not complete the required SR training that was required by June 30, 2024. TA was provided that the SR training of Health and Nutrition and Safety Practices will need to completed.
- Correction status
- Due by October 12, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-16
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- A signed statement from the custodial parent(s) or legal guardian(s) attesting that the facility had provided their written disciplinary and expulsion policies was not on file for the child(ren). CCF Handbook, Section 7.3, C.2. and Section 2.8, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- The children listed in the supplemental did not have an Expulsion policy in their file. TA was provided to check all the children's files to make sure they all have the required Expulsion policies. Only 23 files were reviewed on todays dated. At the time of the inspection, the provider stated they have 75 children enrolled. All new and a total of 23 children's files were reviewed from L-W.At the time of the inspection, the provider stated they have 75 children enrolled. All new and a total of 23 children's files were reviewed from L-W.
- Correction status
- Due by October 12, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 43 - Enrollment Information
- Official code
- 43-04
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
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 inspection, the vehicle alarm is not working properly. Once the door is opened the beeping starts but then turns off before the turn off button is pressed. TA was provided that the beeping must start and once all seats are checked the button should then have to be pressed to turn off and if the button is not pressed then the horn should sound in 1 minute for the audible alarm. Counselor reviewed a vehicle inspection which is current through 12/12/24. Counselor reviewed vehicle insurance which is valid through 7/16/24. Counselor reviewed the vehicle safety alarm for the vehicle(s) used to transport children.
- Correction status
- Due by February 10, 2024
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 07 - Vehicle Requirements
- Official code
- 07-06
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documentation to show child care personnel had begun the introductory training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.1
- Report comments
- The staff listed in the supplemental started in the industry Sept 2023 and did not start the required DCF 40 hour in her first 90 days.
- Correction status
- Due by February 10, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-03
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 19.2, number 2) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- The children that have expired immunizations are listed in the supplemental. TA was provided that all children's immunization must be current.
- Correction status
- Due by February 10, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-02
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documented proof that all child care personnel were trained and knowledgeable within 30 days of date of hire in [ the use of fire extinguishers]. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.3 and 4.2.5
- Report comments
- The staff listed in the supplemental did not complete the required fire extinguisher training in her first 30 days. Her start date was 7/31/23 and she should have completed the training by 8/31/23.
- Correction status
- Due by October 8, 2023
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-09
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The facility did not have a fully-completed enrollment form (CF-FSP Form 5219) or equivalent form for the child(ren) in care. CCF Handbook, Section 7.3 (Section 19.2, number 7) Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- The children listed in the supplemental did not have the 2nd page completed of the child enrollment form that includes the emergency contacts and parents signature. Also, there are children that did not have the enrollment date on their forms. At the time of the inspection, the provider stated they have 50 children enrolled. All new and a total of 20 children's files were reviewed from A-K.
- Correction status
- Due by October 8, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 43 - Enrollment Information
- Official code
- 43-02
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- The attendance roster did not accompany the group of children in that [the children had been condensed or moved to another classroom and the classroom attendance was not correct in two classrooms.].CCF Handbook, Section 7.5, A
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the inspection, the infant room had 4 children and only 3 were signed in and the 1-year-old classroom had 6 children and 11 children were signed in. The provider and staff were given TA that all classroom rosters must be maintained at all times. The staff corrected the roster at the time of the inspection. ENFORCEMENT
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 46 - Daily Attendance
- Official code
- 46-07
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- Children did not receive supervision as required by their age or required needs while toileting or bathing. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4.1, H General Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Counselor determined that a child in care did not receive supervision as required by his age while toileting. The Child Care Personnel lost track of a child in care and did not know the child was inside the bathroom. It appears that the child was inside the bathroom for 5-10 minutes. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that adequate supervision is maintained when toileting. The standard was brought back into compliance when the Child Care Personnel discovered the child in the bathroom. The facility has changed policy and all children are monitored in bathroom per owner.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
- Official code
- 04-15
Higher concern: Child guidance
- Report finding
- Child care personnel did not comply with the facility's written disciplinary and expulsion policies. CCF Handbook, Section 2.8, B General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Counselor reviewed facility camera footage and observed the Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental forcefully grabbed a child by the back of his neck and escort the child into timeout. Once in time out the child was aggressively assisted to the ground where the child was made to sit. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all Child Care Personnel are aware of disciplinary policies and that they adhere to them.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 11 - Child Discipline
- Official code
- 11-03
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, Counselor reviewed facility camera footage and observed the Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental mopping a classroom and bathroom. While mopping the Child Care Personnel left the mop bucket with water and cleaning solution inside unattended while children was moving about and around the mop bucket. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all harmful items are not accessible to the children in care. The standard was brought back into compliance, during the onsite visit Counselor did not observe any unattended mop bucket.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 13 - Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons
- Official code
- 13-02
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- Child care personnel failed to document an accident or incident on the day that it occurred. CCF Handbook, Section 6.4, A Health Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Counselor determined that the facility failed to document an accident or incident on the day it occurred. The parent notified the facility of the of the incident that the child was left unsupervised in the bathroom and Child Care Personnel did not know where the child was at the time of pickup. Technical assistance was provided to ensure Child Care Personnel document and notify parents/guardian of accident/incident. The standard was brought back into compliance as the child no longer attends the facility.
- Correction status
- Due by July 15, 2023
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 39 - Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation
- Official code
- 39-03
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- The attendance roster did not accompany the group of children in that [two classroom were mixed and there was no roster showing the children inside the classroom].CCF Handbook, Section 7.5, A
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, the failed to document the attendance roster inside a classroom that was condensed from two classroom. The Child Care Personnel explained that if ratio permits the classroom are condensed into one classroom and the Child Care Personnel leaves for the day. The Child Care Personnel that remain is not given a roster or the children that are brought into the classroom isnt added to the classroom roster. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that a correct daily roster is maintained throughout the day. If the classroom changes, the child is documented on the roster they are moved to . ENFORCEMENT
- Correction status
- Due by July 15, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 46 - Daily Attendance
- Official code
- 46-07
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 10, number 1) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- The ceiling in the back classroom has some water damage and the provider is waiting for someone to come and repair the roof. TA was provided that the ceiling will need to repaired and painted.
- Correction status
- Due by February 4, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
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 13.4, number 2) Health Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- There was only 1 staff in direct supervision with CPR and there are 3 staff required. The provider made an appointment at the time of the inspection for the additional staff to complete the training. TA was given that 0-25 staff there have to be 3 staff with CPR and First aid that are in direct supervision here at all times to meet ratio.
- Correction status
- Due by January 15, 2023
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 13.4, number 2) Health Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- There was only 1 staff in direct supervision with First Aid and there are 3 staff required. The provider made an appointment at the time of the inspection for the additional staff to complete the training. TA was given that 0-25 staff, there have to be 3 staff with CPR and First aid that are in direct supervision here at all times to meet ratio.
- Correction status
- Due by January 15, 2023
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 37 - First Aid Requirements
- Official code
- 37-02
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
Can you walk me through your current process for ensuring that classroom attendance rosters are always accurate and stay with the children throughout the day?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from April 2026 noted instances where classroom rosters did not accurately reflect the children present. Asking about current procedures helps clarify how the center maintains accurate group counts and supervision throughout the day.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps does your team take to ensure that arrival and departure times are consistently documented for every child?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an April 2026 inspection show that some attendance records were missing complete arrival and departure times. This question allows the director to explain the current system for maintaining accurate daily records.
Related violations
Finding-specific
Could you explain your policy regarding the storage of medications and how you ensure they remain inaccessible to children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from April 2026 identified an issue where medication was not stored in a secure, inaccessible location. This question helps parents understand the current safety protocols for medication management.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you manage and track the expiration dates for children's health and immunization records to ensure they remain current?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records show multiple instances across several years where children's health or immunization records were found to be expired. Asking about the current tracking system provides insight into how the center keeps these important documents up to date.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your process for verifying that all staff members have completed their required training and annual refresher courses?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records indicate a pattern of findings related to staff training requirements over the past few years. This question allows the director to explain how they monitor staff compliance with professional development and safety training.
Related violations