Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 2.08
- Local median
- 1.86
Kids Academy Learning Center USA
902 Lily Ave, Haines City, FL 33844
- License:
- C10PO0260
- 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: 6:00AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 245
- License expiration:
- August 1, 2026
Typical cost: $1,127 - $1,157 (Under 1)
Child’s age
$1,127 - $1,157/mo
Median daily rate: $52.00 - $53.40
Official Florida Division of Early Learning Polk County data.
Not this provider’s price.
Inspection snapshot
Recent higher-concern violation
At least one higher-concern violation appears in the last 12 months.
Next: Read reports, examine repeated topics below, look at the broader history, and ask what changed afterward.
Latest inspectionMay 8, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMay 8, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 25 available inspections for Kids Academy Learning Center USA from March 20, 2023 through May 8, 2026.
13 inspections recorded violations, with 52 recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on April 2, 2026 and involved facility condition, with a due date of May 2, 2026.
Background screening was a higher-concern topic that showed up in five 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
- 25
- Recorded violations
- 52
- Higher-concern violations
- 12
- Repeated topics
- 7
7 in last 12 months
5 in last 12 months
1 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
25 total inspections vs 6 local median in 33844
Compared to 17 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 32%
- Local median
- 32%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 52%
- Local median
- 51%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 7
- Local average
- 3.12
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Health or food records
Appeared across 5 inspections, with 9 recorded violations.
July 27, 2023November 8, 2023April 2, 2024July 18, 2024January 16, 2025Facility condition
Appeared across 5 inspections, with 7 recorded violations.
July 27, 2023November 8, 2023November 25, 2024November 25, 2025April 2, 2026Background screening
Appeared across 4 inspections, with 4 recorded violations.
April 2, 2024July 18, 2024March 28, 2025November 25, 2025Staff training
Appeared across 4 inspections, with 8 recorded violations.
July 27, 2023November 8, 2023March 28, 2025July 28, 2025Equipment or readiness
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 6 recorded violations.
July 27, 2023November 25, 2024January 8, 2025Hazardous access
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
July 27, 2023November 25, 2024Transportation
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
July 27, 2023November 8, 2023Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed that the base boards in all 1-, 2-, 3- and 4-year-old classrooms had peeling paint also, in the first 3-year-old classroom there is a large area of peeling paint on the window ledge. TA was provided to sand and paint the baseboards and the wall by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by May 2, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
No recorded violations in this report
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]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed that the air vents and intake vents were in need of cleaning throughout the facility. TA was provided to clean the air vents on a regular basis, and they will need to be clean by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by December 25, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-01
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- Background screening was not completed: [ after a 90-day break in service.] CCF Handbook, Section 5.2 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the staff listed in the supplemental had a start date of 8/20/25 with a clearance letter dated 7/10/24. The staff had not worked in the industry prior. TA was provided that the clearance letter is due by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by December 5, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-07
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]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the provider had a fire inspection conducted on 7/12/24 and expired 7/12/25 and the provider does not have a current approved fire inspection. Extra time is being allotted since a permit has been applied for in order to conduct the repairs needed to pass the fire inspection. Fire drills had been conducted on a monthly basis and a fire drill was conducted with the licensing specialist during the inspection.
- Correction status
- Due by August 27, 2025
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 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 that is listed in the supplemental started in the industry 3/24/10 at the facility listed in the supplemental. The staff should have completed the required 40 DCF training by before hire. TA was provided that the staff needs to test on part 1 and part 2 before the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by August 27, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-01
No recorded violations in this report
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 licensing specialist reviewed the staff files, and the staff listed in the supplemental started in the industry on 1/6/23 and started her training on 1/4/24 and did not complete the DCF 40 hours. TA was provided that the staff should have completed the DCF 40 hours before being hired. TA was provided the staff must completed the training by the due date. Also, the other staff listed in the supplemental started in the industry 2/15/23 and should have completed her DCF 40-hour training before being hire. Ta staff will also need to complete the training by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by April 27, 2025
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 (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 3/20/24 and should have completed the 5-hour literacy by 3/20/25. TA was provided that the staff must complete the training by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by April 27, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-06
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed that there are staff that need to removed from the Clearing House roster. All names are listed in the supplemental. TA was provided that the roster will need to be corrected by the due date and the roster must be current. The provider has 5 days to add or delete a staff.
- Correction status
- Due by April 27, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-09
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The facility failed to report a suspected communicable disease outbreak for two or more children or adults within 72 hours to the local county health department and failed to follow directions given. CCF Handbook, Section 6.1.2, B Health Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the investigation, evidence was obtained that revealed 2 children enrolled in the facility had hand, foot, and mouth disease. When asked the director if these cases were reported to the Health dept. she stated No, its if it was 3 or more in the same classroom; which is incorrect. The provider was advised to ensure that for any sickness that 2 or more children/staff are affected within a 3 day period is reported to maintain compliance of this standard. The standard is resolved because no other children have had these symptoms since that time frame or currently present with any communicable outbreak.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 35 - Communicable Disease Control
- Official code
- 35-10
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The ground cover or other protective surface under the [the bike go round the red and yellow stationary bus and the stationary yellow tunnel.] 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 Licensing Specialist measured the mulch and there was only 2-4 inches of resilient surface. The bike go round the red and yellow stationary bus and the stationary yellow tunnel need to have 6" of mulch 6 ft out and around. TA was provided that a rake or till could be used to loosen the existing mulch then add more mulch. Rule requires of 6" in depth 6 ft out and around of a resilient surface.
- Correction status
- Due by February 7, 2025
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-07
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 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed the baseboards in the classrooms throughout the facility have peeling paint. Also, the window ledge in the 2-year-old classroom has peeling paint in several areas. TA was provided to sand and paint the baseboards and the window seal.
- Correction status
- Due by December 25, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
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]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed two classrooms, the (4-year-old classroom and the 1-year-old classroom) that had burned out bulbs and only 17-18 ft candles. TA was provided that the provider will need to replace the lightbulbs, and the minimum lighting must measure at least 20 ft candles to be placed back into compliance for this standard.
- Correction status
- Due by December 25, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 14 - Lighting, Temperature, and Ventilation
- Official code
- 14-01
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facilitys outdoor play space was not enclosed with fencing or walls a minimum of 4 feet in height. 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 white fencing on both sides of the walkway out to the playground are both missing and the pieces of the fencing are propped up against the wall. The fencing being down allows children to be exposed to the air conditioning units on both sides. TA was provided to get both sides of the fencing repaired.
- Correction status
- Due by December 5, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-05
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]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed the double gate on the large playground to the left had a 4-inch gap between the gates when pulled together and the left gate had 5" gap at the bottom. The double gate will also need a metal pole to make the gate stationary, when the gate is pushed back there is more than a 10" gap. TA was provided that the gates must have no more than a 3 1/2-inch gap. The fencing will need to be repaired to be brought back into compliance.
- Correction status
- Due by December 5, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-06
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The ground cover or other protective surface under the [bike go round, the red and blue bus and the yellow tunnel.] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed the bike go round, the red and yellow stationary bus and the yellow stationary tunnel only had 2-4 inches of resilient surface. TA was provided that the stationary play equipment requires 6" of resilient surface. More mulch will need to be added in order to be placed back into compliance.
- Correction status
- Due by December 25, 2024
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-07
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Food was stored in an inappropriate area. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed a Kitchen worker walking across the parking lot with a cart to retrieve food items stored inside unlicensed facility. It was later discovered that the facility store overstock kitchen/food items another business that the owner own. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that food is stored properly and at the licensed facility.
- Correction status
- Due by August 17, 2024
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-16
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Stored food was not consumed or discarded on or before the expiration date listed by the manufacturer. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, B
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Counselor observed Upstate Farms nonfat yogurt with expiration dates of May 16, 2024, in the refrigerator in the infant classroom with a capacity 10. Technical assistance provided to discarded on or before the expiration date listed by the manufacturer. The standard was brought back into compliance when provider trashed the expired foods. •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-18
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Formula and/or food brought from home was not labeled with the childs first and last name. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.6, B
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed package of breastmilk not labeled with the childs first and last name. Technical assistance was provided to ensure bottles and breastmilk are labeled with childrens first and last name. This standard was brought back into compliance when provider labeled the breastmilk with first and last name. •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 28 - Bottles, Breastmilk, Formula and Infant Food
- Official code
- 28-04
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- The facility failed to maintain a current Employee/Contractor Roster for all child care personnel in the Clearinghouse. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, K
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the provider failed to maintain the employee roster. The Child Care Personnel listed on the attached supplement was not removed and/or add to 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. This standard was brought back into compliance when provider updated clearinghouse roster. •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-09
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Incident records
- Report finding
- Documentation of an accident or incident was not maintained by the facility for a minimum of one year. CCF Handbook, Section 6.4, D Health Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection information was obtained that the facility did not maintain/have the incident report for 2 incidents for a child citing the mother ripped one up and took the other one. the facility was advised to ensure in the event this occurs they re-write them and document why they are not signed. The noncompliance was resolved due to the child being disenrolled. Dcumentation is no longer needed.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 39 - Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation
- Official code
- 39-06
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The Student Health Examination or equivalent health statement was not acceptable in that: [ It was not current (over two years old)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 Record Keeping [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed childrens files and determined the child listed on the supplemental had an expired health record in their file. Technical assistance was given to the provider to obtain a current form from the parent/guardian prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by May 1, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
- Official code
- 42-02
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- Background screening was not completed: [ after a 90-day break in service.] CCF Handbook, Section 5.2 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 had a 90 day break in service and was not rescreened prior to employment. Technical assistance was given to the provider to complete prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by April 12, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-07
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- Upon arrival at the destination, it was determined that the driver of the vehicle, or assigned child care personnel, failed to mark each child off the log as children departed the vehicle. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.2, F General Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Counselor reviewed the transportation log since last inspection and determined that the facility failed to document the children exiting the transportation vehicle on 8/18/23, 8/29/23, and 9/29/23. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that a log must be maintained for all children being transported in a vehicle or on foot away from and/or to the premises of the child care facility. This standard was brought back into compliance when provider updated the transportation log to reflect the children exiting the transportation vehicle. •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 05 - Transportation
- Official code
- 05-05
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Open packages of perishable or leftover foods were not [ properly covered or sealed, properly stored, labeled with date]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, D
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Counselor observed white rice in a pot with lid inside the kitchen refrigerator. It is unclear when the food was cooked and when it should be discarded. Technical assistance was provided that 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 discarded the rice. •
- 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
- Milk and/or food sat out longer than 15 minutes prior to the beginning of the meal. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.5, C
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Counselor observed small cartons of milk sitting on cart awaiting children arriving to school. The milk was observed sitting out unrefrigerated for over 15 minutes. Technical assistance was provided that no milk and/or food should sit out longer than 15 minutes prior to the beginning of the meal. This standard was brought back into compliance when provider eventually refrigerated the milk. •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 25 - Meals and Snacks
- Official code
- 25-15
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- A three compartment sink (or two compartment sink plus portable compartment receptacle) used for ware washing and sanitization was not utilized properly in that [both rinsing and sanitizing were being completed in the same sink]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.4, B
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Counselor observed the facilitys three compartment sink being utilized for rinsing and sanitizing. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that a sink is used for washing, another for rinsing and another sink or portable compartment receptacle must be available and used to sanitize. This standard was brought back into compliance when provider relabeled the sink and added a portable compartment receptacle. •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 29 - Health and Sanitation
- Official code
- 29-14
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 inspection, the Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental did not complete the 40-hour introductory Child Care Training requirement. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that Child Care Personnel complete the introductory training prior to due date.
- Correction status
- Due by December 8, 2023
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 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, Counselor determined that the Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental did not begin introductory training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that Child Care Personnel start introductory training within 90 days of employment in the industry. This standard was brought back into compliance as the Child Care Personnel started introductory training on 8/1/23. •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-03
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documentation to show completion of a Department approved five-hour early literacy and language development course for child care personnel within 12 months of date of employment in child care industry and/or the early literacy course documentation was not uploaded in the Florida Pathways/Registry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.2 and 4.5, C
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Counselor determined that Child Care Personnel 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. Technical assistance was provided to ensure Child Care Personnel complete the Department approved five-hour early literacy and language development prior to due date.
- Correction status
- Due by December 8, 2023
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
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of inspection, Counselor determined that the Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental did not have documented proof that fire extinguisher training within 30 days of hire. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that training is completed prior to due date.
- Correction status
- Due by December 8, 2023
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-09
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, the counselor determined that the Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental do not have documentation of annual refresher education of the facility's exposure plan. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all staff have documented annual refresher education of the facility's exposure plan. The standard was brought back into compliance on 11/6/23 when provider completed the training for the entire Child Care Personnel files. •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 35 - Communicable Disease Control
- Official code
- 35-12
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- Child care personnel did not have an employment application on file. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, A Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Counselor determined that Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental did not have an application on file. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that Child Care Personnel have application on file. Counselor reviewed all Child Care Personnel files, totaling 32. •
- Correction status
- Due by December 8, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-02
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, Counselor determined that the Child Care Personnel listed on supplemental did not have current CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form signed annually. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that the CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form are signed annually. This standard was brought back into compliance when Child Care Personnel signed updated form. •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-04
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The facility did not maintain a log for all children being transported in a vehicle. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.2 A (Section 6.2, number 3) General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor determined the only transportation logs available for review were for May 2023 and older. The provider stated June and July 2023 were located on the vehicle currently being used to conduct a field trip. Technical assistance was given to the provider as a reminder that the logs must be kept onsite at all times other than the current one being used and to ensure the logs are onsite and available for review prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by August 6, 2023
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 05 - Transportation
- Official code
- 05-02
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]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed the transportation vehicle onsite with tag #IFF-I92 has multiple areas on the seats the children occupy to be stained and dirty. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the interior of the van cleaned prior to the due date. The provider agreed to the shortened due date in lieu of a 30-day due date.
- Correction status
- Due by August 6, 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]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed several classrooms (1st class on left, 2nd class on left, 3rd class on left, school -age class in rear and 1st class on right-side) throughout the facility with peeling paint that was accessible to the children. Also, the second to last seat that the children use in the van that was onsite was observed to have the fabric torn in multiple places. Technical assistance was given to the provider to paint the classrooms and repair the seat fabric in the van prior to the due date. The provider agreed to the shortened due date in lieu of a 30-day due date.
- Correction status
- Due by August 6, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- The facility did not have electrical outlet covers or the outlet covers were not in place. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, I
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed a missing electrical outlet cover in the first classroom on the left. The provider installed the cover placing the facility back into compliance for this standard.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-18
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facilitys outdoor play area contained litter, nails, glass or other hazards that posed a low potential for harm to children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A (Section 10.7, number 1) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed a wooden table located on the larger playground that had screws exposed. Technical assistance was given to the provider to repair or remove from the playground prior to the due date. The provider agreed to the shortened due date in lieu of a 30-day due date.
- Correction status
- Due by August 6, 2023
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- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-01
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The frame of the [tricycle] was not securely anchored in the ground or stationary by design. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B (Section 11.2, number 2) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed the stationary tricycle equipment had both anchors that were protruding upwards from the frame. Technical assistance was given to the provider to re-anchor the equipment prior to the due date. The provider agreed to the shortened due date in lieu of a 30-day due date.
- Correction status
- Due by August 6, 2023
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- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-02
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 [a broken toy was observed on the smaller playground.]. 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 a broken pink and blue toy on the smaller playground. 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
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-03
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. The provider agreed to the shortened due date in lieu of a 30-day due date.
- Correction status
- Due by August 6, 2023
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-03
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]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed childrens files A - K and determined the child listed on the supplemental had an expired health record in their file. Technical assistance was given to the provider to obtain a current form from the parent/guardian prior to the due date. The provider agreed to the shortened due date in lieu of a 30-day due date.
- Correction status
- Due by August 6, 2023
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- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
- Official code
- 42-02
Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
- Report finding
- At least one of the two teachers required to maintain staff to child ratio for a group size of [(11) 1-year-olds] for [(2) staff] did not possess an active credential as recognized by the department. (Section 4, numbers 1 6 and 10) School Readiness [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed the staff listed on the supplemental with (11) 1-year-old's and after reviewing staff files, determined neither staff had an active staff credential nor were enrolled in a CDA program. The additional staff returned to the classroom while the counselor was present that has enrolled in A CDA program in April 2023 placing the facility back into compliance for this standard. Owner/Director/Staff Responsible Comments At the time of the inspection, the provider declined to add any comments. Counselor Comments At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor was unable to print the inspection. The inspection was reviewed with ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 48 - Group Size (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 4 Group Size, Pages 14-15)
- Official code
- 48-02
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The facility's transportation log did not include [second sweep sigature.]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.2 General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed transportation logs and observed for the week of 3/6/23 - 3/10/23 there was no second sweep signature. Technical assistance was given to the provider as a reminder that: Prior to transporting children by vehicle, the transportation log must be recorded with each childs name, the date and time of departure and initialed by child care personnel verifying that all children were accounted for and that the log is complete. Upon arrival at the destination by vehicle, the driver of the vehicle must: a. Mark each child off the log as the child departs the vehicle; b. Conduct a physical inspection and visual sweep of the vehicl ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 19, 2023
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- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 05 - Transportation
- Official code
- 05-04
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 the following on the playground: multiple empty bags of concrete mix 1. a roll of carpet 2. empty feed mix bag 3. the concrete slab near the shed has a 12-inch gap under the concrete slab 4. the double gate leading to an open area (not licensed, but fenced) has a gap at the bottom of 5 1/2 inches and 5 inches at the top. 5. Technical assistance was given to the provider to remove the trash, install a barrier between the double gate and fill in the gap under the slab prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by April 19, 2023
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- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-01
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- The sink and/or toilet was not maintained in good operating condition, clean and/or sanitized or disinfected. CCF Handbook, Section 3.7, I Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed the bathroom located between the 2-year-old classrooms had 1 toilet that was inoperable and the other toilet was missing a tank lid and the half door was broken from the top hinge. Technical assistance was given to the provider to repair/replace the toilet lid prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by April 19, 2023
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- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 21 - Restrooms and Bath Facilities
- Official code
- 21-11
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
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed the school age and 2-year-old classroom did not have a hand wash sign posted near the sink. The provider hung signs while the counselor was present placing them back into compliance for this standard.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 29 - Health and Sanitation
- Official code
- 29-16
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Diaper changing occurred on a surface that was not impermeable. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, E Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed a torn changing mat in the 1-year old classroom. The provider replaced with a new one while the CCR counselor was present placing them back into compliance for this standard.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
- Official code
- 30-06
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 Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed a broken ride on car that was missing both back wheels and 2 blue plastic rocking horses that were missing the handles. Lastly, the all red barrel toy had rust on the inside of the barrel that was sharp and steering wheel was showing signs of rust. The yellow and red barrel toy had an area of rust on the front. The provider removed the broken toys while the counselor was present. Technical assistance was given to the provider to sand and paint both barrel toys prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by March 30, 2023
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-03
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 had not started 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 prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by April 19, 2023
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-03
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. (missing verification from 1 employer). 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 documented and verified 2. The docum ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 19, 2023
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- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-04
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- Child care personnels Level 2 documentation was incomplete in that [ A copy of out-of-state child abuse and neglect registry search is missing.]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1, D, E, and F
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed all staff files & observed the staff listed on the supplemental had resided outside of the state of Florida within the past 5 years and no documentation that an abuse & neglect check was completed. Technical assistance was given to the provider to obtain prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by April 19, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-11
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
What is your current process for ensuring all staff background screenings are up to date and correctly documented in the system?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records show multiple instances where background screening documentation or roster updates were not completed as required. Asking about the current process helps clarify how the center now manages these personnel records to ensure all staff are properly cleared.
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Finding-specific
Could you walk me through your daily safety checks for the outdoor play areas and how you ensure all gates remain secure?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report noted concerns regarding gaps in playground fencing that could allow children to leave the play area. This question helps parents understand the current daily maintenance and inspection routines used to keep the outdoor environment secure.
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Finding-specific
What procedures do you have in place to ensure that all children are accounted for during transportation and that logs are accurately maintained?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records show past instances where transportation logs were either missing or incomplete regarding children exiting the vehicle. This question allows the director to explain the current oversight and verification steps taken to keep children safe during transport.
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Finding-specific
How do you manage regular facility maintenance, such as addressing peeling paint or other repairs, to ensure the environment stays in good condition?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records indicate repeated observations of facility maintenance issues, including peeling paint in classrooms. This question provides an opportunity to learn about the center's current schedule and process for identifying and fixing facility repairs.
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Finding-specific
What is your approach to ensuring all staff members complete their required introductory training and ongoing professional development on time?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records show multiple findings where staff training documentation was not up to date. Asking about this helps parents understand how the center tracks and prioritizes staff training requirements to support a knowledgeable team.
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