Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 1.32
- Local median
- 1.74
First Methodist Child Care Center
150 Devane St, Frostproof, FL 33843
- License:
- C10PO0247
- 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, Infant Care, Transportation
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 6:30AM to 5:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 60
- License expiration:
- June 30, 2027
Typical cost: $1,127 - $1,157 (Under 1)
Child’s age
$1,127 - $1,157/mo
Median daily rate: $52.00 - $53.40
Official Florida Division of Early Learning Polk County data.
Not this provider’s price.
Inspection snapshot
Recent higher-concern violation
At least one higher-concern violation appears in the last 12 months.
Next: Read reports, examine repeated topics below, look at the broader history, and ask what changed afterward.
Latest inspectionJune 12, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsJanuary 23, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 25 available inspections for First Methodist Child Care Center from January 9, 2023 through June 12, 2026.
14 inspections recorded violations, with 33 recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on June 12, 2026 and involved hazardous access, with a due date of July 12, 2026.
The available reports do not include a later inspection with no recorded violations after that violation.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 25
- Recorded violations
- 33
- Higher-concern violations
- 5
- Repeated topics
- 7
6 in last 12 months
20 in last 12 months
4 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
25 total inspections vs 15 local median in Polk County
Compared to 354 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 16%
- Local median
- 25%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 56%
- Local median
- 50%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 7
- Local average
- 3.57
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Equipment or readiness
Appeared across 4 inspections, with 4 recorded violations.
June 13, 2024July 23, 2024August 28, 2024October 24, 2025Staff training
Appeared across 4 inspections, with 7 recorded violations.
October 24, 2025December 16, 2025January 16, 2026June 12, 2026Facility condition
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 6 recorded violations.
October 25, 2023February 21, 2025June 12, 2026Emergency preparedness
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
October 17, 2024June 25, 2025Health or food records
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 4 recorded violations.
January 16, 2026June 12, 2026Recordkeeping
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
February 21, 2025January 16, 2026Transportation
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
October 25, 2023January 16, 2026Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- Harmful items including cleaning supplies, flammable products, poisonous, toxic, and hazardous materials were accessible to children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing inspection observed a can of disinfectant wipes, window cleaner, and cleaning chemical stored under the sink in the bathroom in the hallway accessible to the children in care. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all potentially harmful items, including cleaning supplies, flammable products, poisonous, toxic, and hazardous materials, must be stored in a locked area or must always be inaccessible and out of a childs reach.
- Correction status
- Due by July 12, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 13 - Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons
- Official code
- 13-03
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- All rooms did not have sufficient lighting equivalent to 20 foot candles at three feet from the floor. CCF Handbook, Section 3.3.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the lighting throughout the facility was checked: Room 1 (capacity 5 measured between 9.96 to 28.3 candle foot. • Room 2 (capacity 9) measured between 9.44 to 50.3 candle foot. • Room 3 (capacity 11) measured between 8.52 to 90.7 candle foot. • Room 4 (capacity 11) measured between 35.9 to 100.3 candle foot • Room 5 (capacity 13) measured between 22.2 to 114.7 candle foot. • Classrooms with capacity of 5, 9, and 11 did not have appropriate candle foot. Technical assistance was provided that all areas of the facility must have lighting that provides adequate illumination and comfort for facility activities, a minimum of 20 foot-candles of lightin ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by July 12, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 14 - Lighting, Temperature, and Ventilation
- Official code
- 14-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The food preparation area does not have a hand washing station or the hand washing station did not include the following: [ a minimum of 100 degrees Fahrenheit]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.1, A.7. (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the handwashing station in the kitchen area water did not meet a minimum of 100 degrees Fahrenheit. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that handwashing station with hot running water, a minimum of 100 degrees Fahrenheit. The program does not provide meals and snacks (except on pizza day Friday); parents/legal guardians provide nutritional food for children that is guide lined with the USDA recommendations. Provider was advised to only use the designated handing washing sink not the three compartment sink labeled Wash, Rinse, and Sanitize.
- Correction status
- Due by July 12, 2026
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-09
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]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the refrigerator inside the infant classroom did not have a thermometer inside refrigerator. 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. The program does not provide meals and snacks (except on pizza day Friday); parents/legal guardians provide nutritional food for children that is guide lined with the USDA recommendations. •
- Correction status
- Due by July 12, 2026
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 the classrooms (capacity 5 and capacity 11) 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. This standard was brought back into compliance when Provider change the diapering mat. •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
- Official code
- 30-06
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Items unrelated to diaper changing were stored in the diaper changing area or placed on the diaper changing table/surface. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, G (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed containers on the diapering changing table inside the classrooms with capacity of 5, 9 and 11. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that only items related to diapering should be on/under the table changing table. This standard was brought back into compliance when Provider removed items from under changing table. •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
- Official code
- 30-07
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Child care personnel did not complete preservice training requirements prior to unsupervised contact with or care of children or, if supervised, within 90 days of beginning employment or service with the provider. (Section 3.1 and 3.2 Training Requirements, Page 7) [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental did not complete required School Readiness preservice training. Technical assistance was provided that school readiness preservice training is complete within 90 days of employment or prior to unsupervised contact with children in care.
- Correction status
- Due by July 12, 2026
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-13
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The facility's transportation log did not include [both signature]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.2 General Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist reviewed the transportation log and determined that facility failed to have the signature of driver and/or second sweep personnel upon exiting the van on 11/14/25 and 1/9/25. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that the transportation log is complete entirely. This standard was brought back into compliance as the months past. •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 05 - Transportation
- Official code
- 05-04
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 Health Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental did not have a current exposure plan training on file. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all Child Care Personnel have a current exposure plan on file
- Correction status
- Due by February 15, 2026
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]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the child listed on the supplemental had an expired immunization forms on file. Technical assistance was given to the provider to obtain a current form from the parent/guardian prior to the due date. Additional technical assistance was given regarding FL shots. The provider was given the link to their website and how to register to view FL shot records. The link given was: www.flshotsusers.com and the provider was reminded to go to the bottom of page under schools & licensed child care providers to register.
- Correction status
- Due by February 15, 2026
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-02
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The personnel/ volunteer (ten hours or more per month) record did not include a CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form signed annually. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, C Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental did not have a current CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form signed on file. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that the Child Care Personnel must sign CF FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements annually. Licensing Specialist reviewed all Child Care Personnel/Other Personnel files, totaling 7.
- Correction status
- Due by February 15, 2026
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-04
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- Child care personnel failed to ensure arrival and departure times were complete and accurate at the time of arrival or departure. CCF Handbook, Section 7.5, B 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 January 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. ENFORCEMENT
- Correction status
- Due by February 15, 2026
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 46 - Daily Attendance
- Official code
- 46-03
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 reinspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental did not complete DCF introductory training. The Child Care Personnel industry start dated was 3/4/22. Technical assistance was provided that Child Care Personnel must successfully complete 40 hours of child care training as evidenced by successful completion of competency examinations offered by the Department or its designated representative. Training successfully completed within 12 months from the date training begins.
- Correction status
- Due by February 15, 2026
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 [ the use of fire extinguishers]. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.3 and 4.2.5 Training [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of reinspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the staff listed on the supplemental did not have documentation of fire extinguisher training in their file and had been employed more than 30 days. Technical assistance was provided that all child care personnel shall be trained in the use and operation of a fire extinguisher, at each facility they are employed, within 30 days of date of hire. The facility must maintain documentation that all child care personnel have completed training.
- Correction status
- Due by February 15, 2026
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-09
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
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the reinspection, the licensing specialist observed the staff listed on the supplemental still did not complete DCF training Part 1 or Part 2. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff start/complete prior to the due date. Additional technical assistance specific to this standard is notated on the supplemental.
- Correction status
- Due by January 15, 2026
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 [ the use of fire extinguishers]. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.3 and 4.2.5 Training [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the reinspection, the licensing specialist observed the staff listed on the supplemental still did not have documentation of fire extinguisher training. Technical assistance was given to the provider to complete prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by January 15, 2026
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-09
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The ground cover or other protective surface under the [swings and the stationary climber.] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist measured the mulch and under the swings and the climber and there were only 2-4 inches of mulch. TA was provided that they are required to have 6" in depth 6 ft out and around of resilient surface. The provider will need to add more mulch by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by November 23, 2025
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-07
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the 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 the inspection, the staff listed in the supplemental started in the industry on 3/4/22 and did not complete her DCF 40 hours before she was hired. She will need to complete the training by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by November 23, 2025
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 [ the use of fire extinguishers]. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.3 and 4.2.5 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Training [SR]
- Report comments
- The staff listed in the supplemental started 7/30/25 and has not completed the fire extinguisher training. TA was provided that the staff should have completed the training in her first 30 days. The staff will need to complete the training by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by November 23, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-09
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- An employment history verification was not documented and on file. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed the staff files and the staff listed in the supplemental did not have her 5-year work history verified by the provider. TA was provided that you need to make at a minimum of 3 attempts on previous employers. Documentation must include the applicants job title and description of his/her regular duties, confirmation of employment dates, and level of job performance. 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.
- Correction status
- Due by November 23, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-04
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- The facility did not have a current and approved annual fire safety inspection by the local fire authority. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, A (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the specialist observed the provider did not have a current fire safety inspection. The provider has until the due date to have an inspection completed and a copy of the inspection sent to the specialist. At that time the provider will return to compliance for this standard.
- Correction status
- Due by July 4, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-02
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 specialist observed an a/c vent that needed cleaning in the boys hall bathroom; there were bugs in the window in the three year old class room. Both were cleaned at the time of the inspection, returning the facility back into compliance.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-01
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- Food Acceptance Log was not retained for 12 months. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, E.1. Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the inspection the provider stated they do provide catered food on Fridays; however, the provider did not have a log. The provider has until the due date to create and keep an updated log for catered days. This will return them to compliance.
- Correction status
- Due by March 20, 2025
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 27 - Catered Food and Food Provided by Outside Sources
- Official code
- 27-06
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- Emergency preparedness drills were not conducted when children were in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.5, B (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the provider had not done the 2 emergency drills required for the 23-24 licensure year. A weather drill was conducted with the Licensing Counselor during the inspection and the provider will need to conduct a lock down drill by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by October 27, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-15
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The ground cover or other protective surface under the [climber and swings] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the re-inspection, the mulch still only measured 2-3" under and around the climber and the swings. TA was provided that there must be 6" in depth 6 ft out and around on both of these stationary play equipment.
- Correction status
- Due by September 27, 2024
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-07
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The ground cover or other protective surface under the [swings and stationary climber] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D (Section 11.2, number 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the mulch still only measured 1-3 inches under the swings and stationary climber. TA was provided the resilient surface must measure 6 inches 6 ft out and around.
- Correction status
- Due by August 22, 2024
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-07
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The ground cover or other protective surface under the [the swings and the large stationary climber.] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D (Section 11.2, number 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the mulch only measured 1-3 inches under the swings and around the stationary climber. TA was provided that all stationary play equipment is required to have 6" of resilient surface 6 ft out and around.
- Correction status
- Due by July 13, 2024
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-07
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The facility's driver did not have [ An annual physical examination which grants medical approval to drive]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.1 (Section 6.2, numbers 1 and 2) General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the two drivers listed in the supplemental have expired driver's physicals dated 5/12/22 and expired 5/12/23 and 7/27/22 that expired 7/27/23. TA was provided that these must be completed annually. The provider stated one staff is going today to complete the physical.
- Correction status
- Due by November 4, 2023
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 06 - Driver's License, Physician Certification & First Aid/CPR Training
- Official code
- 06-01
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Areas of the facility were found to be in need of cleaning. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 10, number 1) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the carpet in the three-year-old classroom has large dark spots. TA was provided to get the carpet cleaned.
- Correction status
- Due by November 24, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-01
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 10, number 1) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the side door to the van will not open. The handle was pulled several times, and the door is handle would not work. Also, the ceiling lights in the van do not have covers TA was provided to get the door handle repaired and put covers over the light fixers in the ceiling of the van.
- Correction status
- Due by November 24, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- The facility did not have a current and approved annual fire safety inspection by the local fire authority. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, A (Section 14.2, number 1) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- The facility had a fire inspection on 5/11/22 for the previous year and it expired on 5/11/23. The provider then had the fire inspection completed on 5/30/23. TA was provided to make sure to have the fire inspection completed before it expires on 5/30/24. Fire drills were conducted on a monthly basis and a fire drill was conducted with the counselor at the time of the inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-02
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Child care personnel, including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the required in-service training during the states fiscal year beginning July 1 and ending June 30. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.7 (Section 18.6, number 1) Training [SR]
- Report comments
- The staff listed in the supplemental, did not completed the required 21-22 in service hours. The staff completed 15 hrs. on 1/7/23, (Understanding Principles of Children) that is being used and placing this standard back into compliance. This certificated can't be used again in the 22-23 in service year.
- 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
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The ground cover or other protective surface under the [the climbing structure and the swing sets.] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the swing sets and the climbing structure only measured 1-2 inches of mulch. TA was provided that all stationary equipment is required to have 6" of resilient surface 6 ft out and around.
- Correction status
- Due by March 30, 2023
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-07
No recorded violations in this report
Questions to ask
Suggested questions for parents based on recorded violations in inspection reports. If there are not enough source-backed violations, you will see general questions for daycare.
Finding-specific
Could you explain the current procedures for ensuring that all cleaning supplies and potentially harmful items are stored securely and out of reach of children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records show that an inspection in June 2026 identified cleaning supplies that were accessible to children. Asking about current storage practices helps parents understand how the center maintains a secure environment for daily activities.
- Context
- Correction due date is 7/12/2026.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps does the center take to ensure that all arrival and departure times for children are accurately recorded every day?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from January 2026 noted that some attendance records were incomplete. This question allows parents to learn about the center's current process for maintaining accurate daily logs.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How does the center manage its transportation logs to ensure that all required signatures are captured correctly?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records show multiple concerns regarding transportation documentation, including missing signatures in 2026. This question helps parents understand the current oversight and record-keeping practices for children using center transportation.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is the center's process for verifying the work history of new staff members during the hiring process?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an October 2025 inspection indicate that a staff member's work history verification was not documented. Asking about the current hiring process helps parents understand how the center screens personnel.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How does the center ensure that all staff members remain up-to-date with their required annual training and certifications?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Official inspection records from 2025 and 2026 show repeated findings related to staff training requirements, including fire extinguisher training and introductory child care training. This question helps parents understand how the center tracks and maintains staff compliance.
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