Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 1.89
- Local median
- 1.99
Children's Day Academy
515 Avenue I NW, Winter Haven, FL 33881
- License:
- C10PO0301
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 12, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, VPK, After School, Before School, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Transportation
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 6:00AM to 11:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 35
- License expiration:
- January 8, 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 inspectionMay 21, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMay 21, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 19 available inspections for Children's Day Academy from January 4, 2023 through May 21, 2026.
12 inspections recorded violations, with 36 recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on May 6, 2026 and involved sleep safety.
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
- 19
- Recorded violations
- 36
- Higher-concern violations
- 12
- Repeated topics
- 6
5 in last 12 months
8 in last 12 months
1 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
19 total inspections vs 19 local median in 33881
Compared to 22 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 47%
- Local median
- 30%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 63%
- Local median
- 53%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 6
- Local average
- 4.45
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 4 inspections, with 4 recorded violations.
September 5, 2023December 2, 2024December 1, 2025May 6, 2026Recordkeeping
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
September 5, 2023May 1, 2024May 6, 2026Facility condition
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
December 27, 2023August 28, 2025May 6, 2026Equipment or readiness
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
August 28, 2025December 1, 2025Hazardous access
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
May 1, 2024September 3, 2024Transportation
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
September 5, 2023December 2, 2024Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Sleep safety
- Report finding
- A minimum distance of 18'' was not maintained between each napping/sleeping space. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.2, C Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed children sleeping during nap time in the mixed age classroom of three and four year old children not spaced at least 18 inches apart from one another. The specialist observed the four children to the right side of the classroom near the tv too close. The specialist reminded the provider that the children must be spaced at least 18 inches apart while napping. The staff immediately moved children further apart to ensure they were spaced 18 inches apart during time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the children in care are spaced 18 inches apart while napping.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 19 - Nap/Sleep Space Requirements
- Official code
- 19-02
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Soiled disposable diapers were not disposed of in a plastic-lined, securely covered container. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, J Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the trash can used to dispose of diapers in the mixed classroom of one and two year old children without a covered lid. The specialist advised the provider that the trash can used to dispose of diapers must be covered. The provider immediately switched the trash can out with another can stored at the facility that had a cover at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the trash can used for disposing diapers has a plastic lined bag and is covered.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
- Official code
- 30-10
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Child(ren) did not have a Student Health Examination/DH (Form 3040), or an equivalent health statement on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2, C Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the childs medical physical page 1 of 2 that was completed with the parents signature and medical information for the child listed on the supplemental. The second page with the doctors signature and page was not on file. The specialist advised the provider that the entire form, Form 3040 with doctors signature is needed for compliance. TA was provided to ensure that the child has a current medical physical by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by June 5, 2026
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
- Official code
- 42-01
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]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the Child Abuse and Neglect form for the child care personnel listed on the supplemental not completed annually. The staff previously signed the form on 1/6/2025 and the staff last signed the form on 2/10/2026. TA was provided to ensure that the Child Abuse and Neglect form is signed annually and placed on file for Licensing to review. Specialist reviewed all 8 staff files.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-04
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed water hose on the playground. The water hose causes a potential safety hazard. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that the hazards are off the playground. This standard was brought back into compliance when Provider removed the water hose from the playground. •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Open packages of perishable or leftover foods were not [ properly covered or sealed]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed an open clear bag of sausage patties and corndogs inside the white chest freezer in the storage room. The bag was torn and/or open to the elements. Technical assistance was provided that opened packages of perishable or leftover food items must be properly covered or sealed in containers or bags, labeled with the date, and properly stored and discarded within seven calendar days. This standard was brought back into compliance when provided bagged up the properly package up the food items. •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-21
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 Physical Environment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of inspection, the facility failed to complete the facilitys daily indoor and outdoor checklist inspection. 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. The facility was clean, however, some trash can were not emptied at the closed of the previous day. •
- Correction status
- Due by September 27, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-19
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facilitys outdoor play area contained litter, nails, glass or other hazards that posed a low potential for harm to children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed metal stakes on the playground. The metal stakes cause a potential safety hazard. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that the hazards are off the playground. This standard was brought back into compliance when Provider removed the metal stakes from the playground. •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-01
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Child care personnel did not complete preservice training requirements prior to unsupervised contact with or care of children or, if supervised, within 90 days of beginning employment or service with the provider. (Section 3.1 and 3.2 Training Requirements, Page 7) [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental did not complete required School Readiness preservice training prior to being left alone unsupervised with children. The Child Care Personnel was observed inside a classroom alone. Technical assistance was provided that school readiness preservice training is complete within 90 days of employment or prior to unsupervised contact with children in care.
- Correction status
- Due by May 4, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-13
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The facility's driver did not have [ An annual physical examination which grants medical approval to drive]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental did not have a current Drivers physical (expired 10/6/24) but transported children in care between 10/18/24 11/22/24. Technical assistance was provided that an annual physical examination which grants medical approval to drive is required for drivers. This standard was brought back into compliance as the provider has another driver with all current requirements to transport the children in care. •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 06 - Driver's License, Physician Certification & First Aid/CPR Training
- Official code
- 06-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The facility did not share with child care personnel or post in an easily accessible location, special food restrictions for a child. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, G (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed childrens allergy and special food restrictions records posted in every classroom visible to parents and other non-Child Care Personnel. Technical assistance was provided previously on 9/4/24 to ensure special food restrictions are shared with child care personnel posted in an easily seen location that is not readily visible by parents or non-Child Care Personnel and followed. Place a cover sheet over the list labeled Allergy. This standard was brought back into compliance when provider placed a covering over the posted allergy list. •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 25 - Meals and Snacks
- Official code
- 25-14
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- A potentially harmful item, [soap and water], was not labeled as required. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed a spray bottle inside the classroom with the capacity of 5 without a label. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all spray bottles are labeled. This standard was brought back into compliance when provider labeled the spray bottle. • Technical assistance was provided to ensure that plastic bags are not accessible to the children in care. •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 13 - Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons
- Official code
- 13-01
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- A potentially harmful item, [soapy water], was not labeled as required. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed a spray bottle with chemicals inside the VPK classroom (capacity 10) without a label. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all spray bottles are labeled. This standard was brought back into compliance when provider labeled the spray bottle. •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 13 - Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons
- Official code
- 13-01
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The facility did not have 35 square feet of usable floor space per child for the number of children observed in care. The facility had a capacity of [4] based on 35 square feet and [8] children were observed in care. CCF Handbook , Section 3.4.2, D Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed 8 children inside a classroom with a capacity of 4. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that we follow posted capacity of the classroom. The standard was brought back into compliance when Provider moved other children to another classroom. •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 15 - Licensed Capacity
- Official code
- 15-03
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The personnel/ volunteer (ten hours or more per month) record did not include a CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form signed annually. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, C Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist 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 provider had th3e Child Abuse and Neglect forms signed by Child Care Personnel. • Licensing Specialist reviewed all Child Care Personnel files, totaling 12. •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-04
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Items unrelated to diaper changing were stored in the diaper changing area or placed on the diaper changing table/surface. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, G (Section 12.3, number 6) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Counselor observed a yellow tractor toy on the changing table in the 2-year-old classroom. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that only items related to diapering should be on the table changing table. The standards was brought back into compliance when provider removed the toy off the changing table. •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
- Official code
- 30-07
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- The attendance roster did not accompany the group of children in that [a child was moved to another classroom and was never added/removed from the roster].CCF Handbook, Section 7.5, A
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Counselor observed the 3-year-old classroom, and the 2-year-old classroom did not have an attendance roster for the children represented in the classroom. Technical assistance was provided that each classroom must have an attendance sheet/class roster for the group of children occupying that space. Attendance sheet/class roster must accompany the child care personnel and the group of children throughout the day should they leave the classroom. This standard was brought back into compliance when provider updated the classroom roster. • ENFORCEMENT
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 46 - Daily Attendance
- Official code
- 46-07
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
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 General Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Provider advised that the transportation van was at the sister site due to low staffing issues at the facility and the facility transportation logs were inside van. The van tag number BD41GT. The licensing agency was unable to view the transportation log. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that the transportation logs are maintained and available for review.
- Correction status
- Due by October 5, 2023
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 05 - Transportation
- Official code
- 05-02
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- Exit areas were blocked off and inaccessible in an emergency. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.3 Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Counselor observed a tote with an inflatable outside playhouse and carpet cleaner were observed blocking back exit French doors causing a potential hazard in the event of an emergency. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all exits must not be blocked at any time. Technical assistance was provided to ensure emergency preparedness drills (inclement weather and lockdown) are completed prior to current licensing expiring. Fire drills conducted 1/4/23, 2/28/23, 3/10/23, 4/28/23, 5/31/23,6/5/23, 7/3/23, and 8/10/23. Fire extinguisher serviced August 2023.
- Correction status
- Due by October 5, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-23
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 several Upstate Farms strawberry yogurts (expired August 7, 2023) inside the 1-year-old classroom and refrigerator in the storage room. 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
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. Counselor reviewed all Child Care Personnel files, totaling 13.
- Correction status
- Due by October 5, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-04
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- An unscreened individual was left alone with children in care. s.435.06(2)(a), F.S. and CCF Handbook, Section 5.2, C General Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of re-inspection, Counselor determined that an unscreened two Child Care Personnel was left alone in classrooms. Technical assistance was provided that all child care personnel are required a Level 2 screening as outlined in s. 435.04, F.S. The standard was brought back into compliance when another Child Care Personnel was called in to take over the classroom and the other Child Care Personnel was sent home.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
- Official code
- 04-18
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- Personnel records or copies of records were not being maintained at the facility and available for review by the licensing authority. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of re-inspection, Counselor determined that the facility failed to maintain copies of records and have copies of records available for review by the licensing authority. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that records are maintained and available to the licensing authority.
- Correction status
- Due by July 6, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-01
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- An employment history verification was not documented and on file. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, D
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Counselor determined that the Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental did not have a completed five- year work history documented on file. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that five-year work history is completed and maintained.
- Correction status
- Due by July 6, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-04
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- A potentially harmful item, [cleaning chemicals ], was not labeled as required. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Counselor observed spray bottles of cleaning chemicals in the 1-year-old classroom without labels. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that spay bottles are labeled correctly. The standard was brought back into compliance when the provider labeled the spray bottles.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 13 - Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons
- Official code
- 13-01
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The ground cover or other protective surface under the [yellow slide attached to the wooden play structure] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Counselor observed the yellow slide attached to the wooden play structure with 4 inch of ground cover or protective surface in the fall zone area. Technical assistance was provided that at least 6 inches in depth of mulch is needed to comply with the standard.
- Correction status
- Due by June 3, 2023
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-07
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have 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 June 3, 2023
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
- 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 added 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. The standard was brought back into compliance when provider updated the 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
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The vehicle alarm installed was not in working condition. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, Counselor reviewed the vehicle safety alarm for the vehicle used to transport children. The van with tag # BD41GT was not functioning correctly (alarm does not sound). Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the alarm system repaired/replaced prior to the due date. Per CCF Handbook, the alarm system must be designed and installed so that the vehicle horn, siren or other type of audio alarm will sound if the driver/staff member does not walk to the rear or, in the case of a passenger van, the side entry point of the vehicle, to manually shut off or deactivate the alarm. The alarm must be audible from the distance of 500 feet from the vehicle.
- Correction status
- Due by February 3, 2023
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 07 - Vehicle Requirements
- Official code
- 07-06
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 inspection, Counselor observed transport van (tag BD41GT) not clean with candy wrappers, water bottle, debris, and miscellaneous dirty on the floor. Also, the vents in the bathrooms (3 year old bathroom and the 2 year old/VPK bathroom) was cover with littered with dust. Technical Assistance was provided to clean all affected areas.
- Correction status
- Due by February 3, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Stored food was not consumed or discarded on or before the expiration date listed by the manufacturer. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, B
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Counselor observed a gallon on milk in the refrigerator in the 1-year-old classroom expired (January 1, 2023). Technical assistance provided to discarded on or before the expiration date listed by the manufacturer label. The standard was brought back into compliance when the provider trashed the expired food.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-18
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Diaper changing procedure was not posted in the changing area and/or was not followed. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, L
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, there was no posted diapering procedures in the two-year-old classroom. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that diapering procedure are posted. The standard was brought back into compliance when the provider posted diapering procedures.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
- Official code
- 30-14
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The ground cover or other protective surface under the [orange with yellow steering wheel vehicle stationaryplaygroundequipment] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D (Section 11.2, number 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Counselor observed orange with yellow steering wheel vehicle stationary playground equipment with no ground cover underneath. Technical assistance was provided to add ground cover six inches or more or removed equipment.
- Correction status
- Due by February 3, 2023
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-07
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Program personnel did not complete training requirements prior to unsupervised contact with or care of children, or if supervised, within 90 days of beginning employment or service with the program. (Section 18.1) Training [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection the child care personnel listed on the attached supplement had not completed the pre-service training prior to unsupervised care with the children. Technical assistance was provided to have the employees listed on the supplemental complete the required training (passing the exam).
- Correction status
- Due by February 3, 2023
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-13
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Child(ren) did not have a Florida Certification of Immunization (DH Form 680) or a Religious Exemption from Immunization (DH Form 681), on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1, B (Section 19.2, number 2) Record Keeping [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of inspection, Counselor determined that the child listed on the supplemental did not have a Florida Certification of Immunization (DH Form 680). The child had out of state immunization records. The child has exceeded the 30 days from enrollment to obtain the Florida Certification of Immunization. Technical assistance was provided to the provider to obtain a current Florida Certification of Immunization from the parent/guardian prior to the due date. Additional technical assistance was given regarding FL shots. The provider was given the link to their website and how to register to view FL shot records. The link given was: www.flshotsusers.com and the provider was ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by February 3, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-01
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- Documentation of Level 2 Clearinghouse screening clearance was missing for child care personnel. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1,C (Section 19.5, number 1) Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Counselor observed an outside contractor arrived at the facility and walk freely throughout the facility. The contractor engaged with the children (requesting high fives, etc.) and was able to complete task with out escort or oversight. It appears the contractor was well known to the children in care. Technical assistance was provided that contractor can complete task when children are not in care or have appropriate background screen before coming into contact with children in care. Per CCF Handbook, a copy of the eligible results, for the Level 2 screening, generated from the Clearinghouse must be on record for each personnel. The standard was bro ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-02
Questions to ask
Suggested questions for parents based on recorded violations in inspection reports. If there are not enough source-backed violations, you will see general questions for daycare.
Finding-specific
Could you walk me through your current process for ensuring children have enough space between their mats during nap time?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records show an inspection in May 2026 noted that children were not spaced at least 18 inches apart during nap time. This question helps parents understand how the staff maintains safe sleep environments in the classroom.
- Context
- The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection.
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Finding-specific
What steps does your team take to ensure all drivers have their required medical documentation up to date before transporting children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records show multiple concerns related to transportation, including documentation for drivers and vehicle logs. This question helps parents understand the center's current oversight and record-keeping practices for transportation safety.
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Finding-specific
How do you manage the storage and labeling of cleaning supplies to ensure they remain inaccessible to children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from 2024 noted instances where cleaning products were not properly labeled. This question helps parents understand the center's current procedures for keeping hazardous materials stored safely.
- Context
- These issues were corrected at the time of the inspections.
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Finding-specific
What is your process for keeping track of student health records and ensuring that all required medical forms are current?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records show several instances involving health records and food storage. This question helps parents understand how the center manages administrative requirements and maintains healthy conditions for children.
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Finding-specific
How do you conduct your daily safety checks for both indoor and outdoor play areas?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from recent inspections indicate that daily safety checklists were not always fully maintained or documented. This question helps parents understand the center's current routine for ensuring play areas are safe and clean.
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