Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 2.29
- Local median
- 1.74
Florida Leaders Academy
920 S Lake Shore Way, Lake Alfred, FL 33850
- License:
- C10PO0249
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 12, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, After School, Drop In, Food Served, Full Day, Infant Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 6:30AM to 5:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 39
- License expiration:
- June 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 inspectionJune 1, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsJune 1, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 24 available inspections for Florida Leaders Academy from January 17, 2023 through June 1, 2026.
12 inspections recorded violations, with 55 recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on January 27, 2026 and involved facility condition, with a due date of February 26, 2026.
Attendance accountability was a higher-concern topic that showed up in four inspections.
Two later inspections, from February 10, 2026 through June 1, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 24
- Recorded violations
- 55
- Higher-concern violations
- 14
- Repeated topics
- 8
4 in last 12 months
4 in last 12 months
1 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
24 total inspections vs 15 local median in Polk County
Compared to 354 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 42%
- Local median
- 25%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 50%
- Local median
- 50%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 8
- Local average
- 3.57
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Facility condition
Appeared across 7 inspections, with 10 recorded violations.
October 9, 2023November 13, 2023February 12, 2024June 5, 2024October 16, 2024January 29, 2025January 27, 2026Staff training
Appeared across 4 inspections, with 6 recorded violations.
October 9, 2023November 13, 2023February 12, 2024October 16, 2024Attendance accountability
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
February 12, 2024June 5, 2024October 15, 2025Equipment or readiness
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 4 recorded violations.
October 9, 2023February 12, 2024October 16, 2024Health or food records
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 4 recorded violations.
October 9, 2023June 5, 2024October 16, 2024Background screening
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 4 recorded violations.
October 9, 2023November 13, 2023Emergency preparedness
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
June 5, 2024October 15, 2025Recordkeeping
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
October 9, 2023June 5, 2024Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
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]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the outside of the ramp that is the walkway into the facility is broken and cracked. TA was provided to repair this before the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by February 26, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- A health deficiency having a low potential for harm to the children in care was observed. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed many cord throughout the facility not secured to the wall. The VPK classroom, the 2-year-old classroom and the 3- & 4-year-olds classroom. TA was provided to secure all cords in each classroom by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by February 26, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-03
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 licensing specialist observed that the facility had not conducted a weather drill during the 24-25 licensure year. A weather drill was then conducted during the inspection. TA was provided that 2 emergency drills are required annually. Fire drills had been conducted on a monthly basis, and the last fire drill was conducted on 10/13/25. The lock down drill was conducted on 7/29/24.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-15
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- The attendance roster did not accompany the group of children in that [there were 9 children present and only 7 children signed in on the classroom roster.].CCF Handbook, Section 7.5, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, there were 9 children present in the VPK classroom and only 7 children signed in. The staff added the 2 children during the inspection making it resolved. TA was provided that the attendance has to accurate at all times. The staff should mark the child present when they arrive. 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
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- The online CPR training did not include an on-site instructor-based skills assessment and is invalid for the individual. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4, E (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, all staff that were in direct supervision of children had current CPR and first aid. One staff left at 3:30 pm and the director was in the classroom then and her CPR is not instructor led. The director will need to complete a director led CPR class by the due date. TA was provided that 0-25 staff there must be 3 staff that are in director supervision of children at all times to meet ratio.
- Correction status
- Due by June 13, 2025
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 36 - CPR Requirements
- Official code
- 36-04
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- A safety deficiency having a low potential for harm to the children in care was observed. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that the black liner on the playground was not covered in many areas and could be a tripping hazard. TA was provided to remove/trim the black liner or cover with more mulch. Also, there is peeling paint in the 2- year-old classroom and the 3- & 4-year-olds classroom in the second building. TA was provided to sand and paint these areas.
- Correction status
- Due by February 28, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-06
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the fans throughout the facility were in need of cleaning. TA was provided to clean the fan blades on a regular basis.
- Correction status
- Due by November 15, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-01
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Indoor and outdoor play areas were not inspected daily for basic health and safety and/or any problems were not corrected before the play area is used by children and/or daily inspection logs were not maintained for 12 months. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the provider had not conducted a daily checklist for the indoor or outdoor since 2023. TA was provided that this checklist must be completed daily, and a copy of the form was given to the provided at the time of the inspection.
- Correction status
- Due by November 15, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-19
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- The facilitys fencing walls or gate area had gaps that could allow children to exit the outdoor play area. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, F (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the main gate to get into the facility has more than a 3 1/2-inch gap between the double gate and at the bottom of the gate. Also, the lock to the gate is not in proper working order. TA was provided that the fencing cannot have more than a 3 1/2-inch gap and the lock must be in working order.
- Correction status
- Due by October 26, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-06
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Frozen food was not [ labeled by date and type]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, F.2 and 3. (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the frozen pizzas and the frozen meatballs were not dated and were removed from the original packaging. The provider labeled the food during the inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-24
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the provider was not able to produce the physical environment check list for December of 2023 or any of 2024 The last date documented was 11/4/23. TA was provided that this physical environmental form must be completed monthly.
- Correction status
- Due by November 15, 2024
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-04
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
- The staff listed in the supplemental did not complete the required Safety Practices in the SR program by June 30, 2024.
- Correction status
- Due by November 15, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-17
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facilitys posted emergency information did not include the following: [ the facilitys address, directions to the facility; including major intersections and local landmarks]. CCF Handbook, Section 6.3, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the address and directions to the facility were not posted with the emergency numbers. TA: Emergency list must have 911, ambulance, fire, police, poison control center, Florida Abuse Hotline, and the county public health department. Additionally, the address and directions to the facility must be posted with descriptions of major intersections and local landmarks.
- Correction status
- Due by November 15, 2024
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 38 - Emergency Telephone Numbers
- Official code
- 38-01
No recorded violations in this report
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The facility failed to post the room capacity in each room. CCF Handbook, Section 3.4.1, A (Section 1, number 1) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the provider did not have the capacity posted in the three year old room (portable room). The provider posted the capacity in the room therefore it was completed at the time of the inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 15 - Licensed Capacity
- Official code
- 15-05
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- Child care personnel failed to possess a current attendance record and parent contact information during a fire drill, emergency preparedness drill or an actual emergency. CCF Handbook Section 3.8.4, C and 3.8.5, A (Section 14.3, number 2) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, a staff member in the three year old room (little learners) did not take the attendance record while evacuating for a fire drill. The provider gave the staff member the attendance record and the staff member were able to conduct a name to face with the attendance record.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-12
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Diaper changing occurred on a surface that was not impermeable. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, E (Section 12.3, number 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the diaper change table in the three year old room was ripped. TA: The provider will need to replace the diaper change mat so it will not be impermeable.
- Correction status
- Due by July 5, 2024
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
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, there were three staff did not have an annual refresher of the exposure plan 5/10/23, 4/ 27/23 and 4/27/23. The three staff read and sign an annual refresher education of the facility's exposure plan before the due date on the inspection.
- 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 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 19.2, number 1) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, there was one child that had an expired physical record that expired 1/7/24. TA: The provider will need to receive a current student record before the due date on the inspection.
- Correction status
- Due by July 5, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
- Official code
- 42-02
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The personnel/ volunteer (ten hours or more per month) record did not include a CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form signed annually. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, C (Section 19.4, number 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, there were two staff that did not have a current child abuse and neglect form signed by two staff (Signed 4/27/23 and 4/27/23). Two staff signed a child abuse and neglect form therefore it was completed at the time of the inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-04
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- The attendance roster did not accompany the group of children in that [a staff member in the three year old room (portable room) were outdoors when they left the attendance record in the room. T].CCF Handbook, Section 7.5, A
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, a staff member in the three year old room (portable room) were outdoors when they left the attendance record in the room. The staff member received the attendance record while outdoors therefore it was completed 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
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facilitys outdoor play area contained litter, nails, glass or other hazards that posed a low potential for harm to children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A (Section 10.7, number 1) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the outdoor area had the landscape fabric exposed on the playground. Technical assistance was given to remove the fabric, add more mulch or add a barrier around the fence to keep the mulch in and not expose the fabric.
- Correction status
- Due by March 13, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-01
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
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the two year old room did not have a diaper change procedure posted near the diaper change table. The provider posted a diaper change procedure therefore it was completed at the time of the inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 29 - Health and Sanitation
- Official code
- 29-16
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, a staff member started the industry on October 11, 2022 and has not completed the 40 hour introductory child care training requirement. TA: The staff member will need to complete the training before the due date on the inspection.
- Correction status
- Due by March 13, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-01
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 the inspection, there was one staff member that started the industry October 11, 2022 and did not complete the early literacy course within 12 months of the industry start date. TA: The staff member will need to complete the early literacy course within the due date on the inspection.
- Correction status
- Due by March 13, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-06
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
- At the time of the inspection, there was one staff member that started on January 4, 2024 and did not have a fire extinguisher training within 30 days of employment. TA: The staff member will need fire extinguisher training before the due date on the inspection.
- Correction status
- Due by March 13, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-09
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- Attendance records did not include the time of each childs arrival and departure. CCF Handbook, Section 7.5 (Section 19.3, number 1) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the two-year-old children were not signed in or out on March 8, 9 and 12, 2024. The provider will need to have all the children signed in and out on a daily basis. ENFORCEMENT
- Correction status
- Due by March 13, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 46 - Daily Attendance
- Official code
- 46-02
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the reinspection, the CCR counselor observed the sink has not been repaired or replaced in the second building and still has an area that is rotten, and the door is also broken. Also, in the kitchen, 3 areas of the ceiling were observed with cracked/peeling plaster/paint. Technical assistance was given to the provider to replace the bathroom cabinet and repair the ceiling in the kitchen prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by December 12, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
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 Training [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the reinspection, the staff listed on the supplemental still do not have 10-hours of in-service hours for 2022-2023. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff complete additional hours to make up for 2022-2023 and document on the in- service log prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by December 12, 2023
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-07
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- The Child Care Attestation of Good Moral Character was not completed at the time of initial screening or upon change in employers. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1, B
- Report comments
- At the time of the reinspection, the staff listed on the supplemental is missing an attestation of good moral character 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 December 12, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-06
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed the door leading from the 3-year-old to the 2-year-old classroom had pieces of broken wood and peeling paint accessible to the children. Alos, in the second building, the bathroom cabinet had an area that was rotten at the bottom. Technical assistance was given to the provider to repair/repaint near the door and repair or replace the bathroom cabinet prior to the due date. Additional technical assistance specific to this standard is notated on the supplemental.
- Correction status
- Due by November 8, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facilitys outdoor play area contained litter, nails, glass or other hazards that posed a low potential for harm to children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed multiple areas of landscape fabric exposed on the playground. Technical assistance was given to the provider to remove the fabric or add mulch to cover prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by November 8, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-01
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Diaper changing occurred on a surface that was not impermeable. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, E Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed a torn changing mat in the 2-year-old classroom that was torn in multiple places. Technical assistance was given to the provider to replace the mat prior to the due date and was reminded that the mats must be impermeable and cleaned/disinfected after each use.
- Correction status
- Due by November 8, 2023
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
- Official code
- 30-06
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 the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed all staff files and observed the staff listed on the supplemental did not complete 10 hours in-service classes for the fiscal year 2022 - 2023. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff complete additional 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 November 8, 2023
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-07
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 the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed all staff files and observed the staff listed on the supplemental did not have 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 November 8, 2023
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 35 - Communicable Disease Control
- Official code
- 35-12
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 did not have a Child Abuse & Neglect 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 November 8, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-04
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- A complete CF-FSP Form 5131, Background Screening and Personnel File Requirements, was not on file for all employees. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1, A Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed all staff files & observed the staff listed on the supplemental was missing a 5131 form in their file. Technical assistance was given to the provider to complete prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by November 8, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-01
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 November 8, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-04
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- The Child Care Attestation of Good Moral Character was not completed at the time of initial screening or upon change in employers. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1, B
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed all staff files & observed the staff listed on the supplemental did not have an Attestation of Good Moral Character 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 November 8, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-06
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
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the inspection, the facility did not have a daily indoor/outdoor checklist. A sample daily checklist was reviewed with the provider and a copy emailed 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 July 4, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-19
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facility did not provide shade on the playground. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, C (Section 10.7, numbers 4 and 5) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed the was no shade on the playground other than 2 trees on the outside of the property line/fence. Technical assistance was given to the provider to add shade prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by July 4, 2023
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- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-03
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The base of the fence in the outdoor play area was not at ground level and could allow inside or outside access by children or animals. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, F (Section 10.8, number 2) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed the single gate facing the neighboring business had a gap that measured 4 inches between the gate and the fence at the top and bottom. Technical assistance was given to the provider to add a barrier and/or re- adjust the gate prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by July 4, 2023
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- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-07
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The facility's menu was not [ was not accessible to parents]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, H
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed the facility's menu was only posted in the kitchen area. Technical assistance was given to the provider that the menu must be accessible to the parent/guardian and to post near the front entrance prior to the due date. The provider hung the sign near the front entrance while the counselor was present placing them back into compliance for this standard. Lastly, the provider 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
- Completed at time of inspection
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- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 26 - Meal and Snack Menus
- Official code
- 26-01
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 [some of the toys were observed broken.]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B and F (Section 11.2, numbers 2 and 4) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed both plastic slides had cracks/broken on the top area where the children stand. The provider removed the equipment while the counselor was present placing them back into compliance for this standard.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-03
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 provider stated they did not have a physical environment log. A blank form was printed & reviewed with the provider on today's date for use going forward. The provider was reminded that maintenance must include inspections conducted each month and documentation of maintenance inspections must be kept for 12 months.
- Correction status
- Due by July 4, 2023
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- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-04
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 the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed all staff files and determined that the staff listed on the supplemental did not start the required DCF 40 hour training within 90 days of employment/industry start date. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff start a class in Part 1 or Part 2 prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by July 4, 2023
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- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-03
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]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed all staff files and observed the staff listed on the supplemental did not have documentation of completing the required 10 hour annual in-service hours for the fiscal year 2021 - 2022. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff complete 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 July 4, 2023
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- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-07
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 19.2, number 9) Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed children's files A - E and observed the children listed on the supplemental were missing parent/guardian acknowledgment of receiving the facility's disciple and expulsion policy. Technical assistance was given to the provider to complete prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by July 4, 2023
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- RECORD KEEPING - 43 - Enrollment Information
- Official code
- 43-04
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- Employment history check did not include all required information including applicants, job title, description of regular duties, confirmation of employment dates, and level of job performance. 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. (missing documentation of 2 previous prior employers and verifications). 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 doc ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by July 4, 2023
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- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-05
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- Child care personnel failed to ensure arrival and departure times were complete and accurate at the time of arrival or departure. CCF Handbook, Section 7.5, B
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed all daily attendance sheets and observed that the children listed on the supplemental were missing time in, time out and or a parent or guardian signature. Technical assistance was given to the provider to designate 1 staff to be responsible to ensure the daily attendance sheets are complete daily. Another suggestion was to highlight the entry on the sheet to ensure the parent/guardian sees and can correct. ENFORCEMENT
- Correction status
- Due by July 4, 2023
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- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 46 - Daily Attendance
- Official code
- 46-03
Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
- Report finding
- A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [6] children is required. A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [9] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. General Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection information was obtained that revealed a classroom with 1 year old children had 9 children with 1 teacher. 1 year olds ratio is 1:6. The noncompliance was resolved once the second teacher returned to the classroom putting the ratio standard back into compliance. The provider was advised to ensure all classrooms maintain the correct ratio of staff to students.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Ratio Sufficient
- Official code
- 03-01
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the sink/cabinet combination in the back building in the classroom bathroom had a large whole in the wall inside the cabinet. Technical support provided to either repair the sink and door or remove it.
- Correction status
- Due by February 16, 2023
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- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- Knives and/or sharp tools were accessible to children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, there was a pair of scissors in a drawer under the changing table in the 2-3 year old classroom accessible to the children. Technical assistance was provided to store sharp items away from children. The provider removed the scissors and stored them away from the children.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 13 - Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons
- Official code
- 13-04
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Open packages of perishable or leftover foods were not [ properly covered or sealed, labeled with date]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, D
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Counselor observed an open pack of breakfast sausage, tatter tots and beef meatballs not properly covered/sealed or dated. Technical assistance was provided to ensure perishable food are covered and sealed and stored properly to prevent food contamination. 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. The standard was brought back into compliance when the provider placed the above items in clear storage labeled and dated.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-21
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
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Counselor determined that the facility did not maintain written documentation of number of hours volunteer worked. Technical assistance was provided to maintain volunteer hours. Provider no longer has any volunteers at the facility.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-06
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
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection the provider failed to maintain the employee roster. The child care provider listed on the attached supplement was not removed from the employee roster within 10 days of separation from the facility. Technical assistance was provided to add or remove staff within ten days of the hire or departure date.
- Correction status
- Due by February 16, 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
Could you explain your current process for ensuring that daily attendance rosters are always accurate and accompany the children at all times?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records show multiple instances across recent inspections where attendance rosters did not accurately reflect the number of children present or were not with the group. This question helps parents understand how the center manages accountability and supervision during daily routines.
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Finding-specific
What steps does the center take to ensure all staff maintain current, instructor-led CPR and first aid certifications?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from June 2025 noted that a staff member's CPR training lacked the required on-site instructor-based skills assessment. Asking about this helps parents understand how the center verifies that all staff are fully prepared for medical emergencies.
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Finding-specific
What is your process for ensuring that all required staff background screening documents and personnel files are complete and up to date?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from 2023 indicate that several staff files were missing required background screening forms or employment history verifications. This question helps parents understand the administrative practices in place to ensure all staff meet the necessary requirements.
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Finding-specific
How do you manage the maintenance of the facility to ensure that areas like walkways and classroom equipment remain in good repair?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- The available inspection records show a repeated pattern of findings related to facility maintenance, including issues with flooring, cabinets, and general repairs over the past few years. This question allows the director to explain their current maintenance schedule and how they address wear and tear.
- Context
- A later clean inspection was recorded on 6/1/2026.
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Finding-specific
How do you stay organized with staff training requirements to ensure everyone completes their mandatory professional development on time?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection reports show multiple instances where staff members had not completed required training, such as introductory courses or annual refresher education, by the expected deadlines. This question helps parents understand how the center tracks and prioritizes staff education.
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