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Camelia's Learning Center

1401 Long St, Lakeland, FL 33801

License:
C10PO0314
Type:
Child Care Facility
Status:
Licensed
Records checked:
July 12, 2026
Additional info
Programs and services:
School Readiness, VPK, After School, Before School, Drop In, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care
Hours:
Mon-Fri: 6:00AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
Capacity:
29
License expiration:
November 11, 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

Questions worth asking

The available records raise questions worth asking before enrolling.

Next: Review the inspection history below and ask the provider what the records mean and what changed afterward.

Latest inspectionMay 22, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMay 22, 2026

Summary

This summary covers 41 available inspections for Camelia's Learning Center from March 8, 2023 through May 22, 2026.

18 inspections recorded violations, with 79 recorded violations in total.

The most recent recorded violation was on March 11, 2026 and involved emergency preparedness, with a due date of April 10, 2026.

Staff-to-child ratio was a higher-concern topic that showed up in two inspections.

Two later inspections, from March 19, 2026 through May 22, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.

At a glance

Total inspections
41

6 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
79

3 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
12

0 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
10

Last 36 months

Local comparison

41 total inspections vs 18 local median in 33801

Compared to 23 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
1.93
Local median
1.9

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
17%
Local median
26%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
44%
Local median
49%

Repeated topics

This provider
10
Local average
4.43

Repeated topics

Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.

Inspection history

Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.

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Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
All reading, painting and other close work areas did not have lighting equivalent to 50 foot candles on the work surface. CCF Handbook, Section 3.3.1, B Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of the inspection, the specialist measured the FC for the lighting in each classroom. All rooms, except the 3 year old room met the minimum requirements. The three year old room measured at 38.2. The specialist and the provider discussed adding a lamp or changing the bulbs in that room to a higher watt. The provider has until the due date to make these changes. At that time the facility will return to compliance for this standard.
Correction status
Due by April 10, 2026
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 14 - Lighting, Temperature, and Ventilation
Official code
14-02
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
Report finding
The facility did not have documentation of a fire extinguisher being properly maintained to include being serviced and retagged timely, and/or with a current certificate. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, B Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of the inspection, the specialist observed that the fire extinguisher has not been serviced since January 2025; it is now March 2026. The provider has until the due date to have the current extinguisher serviced. At that time the provider will return to compliance for this standard.
Correction status
Due by April 10, 2026
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
Official code
23-05
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 specialist found that there was one staff member that did not have an updated CAAN form. The provider has until the due date to have this staff sign an updated form. At that time the facility will return to compliance for this standard.
Correction status
Due by April 10, 2026
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RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
Official code
44-04
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
Report finding
Emergency preparedness drills were not conducted when children were in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.5, B Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed the facility's fire drill log and observed the facility failed to conduct a weather drill during the facility's 2023 - 2024 licensing year. Technical assistance was given to the provider as a reminder that 1 weather and 1 lockdown drill must be completed during the facility's licensing year and to complete a weather drill prior to the due date. The last fire drill was conducted on 6/2/25 and an emergency preparedness drill (lockdown) was conducted on 6/2/25. The fire extinguisher(s) were last tagged in January 2025.
Correction status
Due by July 10, 2025
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
Official code
23-15
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
The facility does not have documentation for all child care personnel on required annual refresher education of the facilitys exposure plan. CCF Handbook, Section 6 Health Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed all staff files and observed the staff listed on the supplemental did not have 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 July 29, 2025
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 35 - Communicable Disease Control
Official code
35-12
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 Record Keeping [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed all 21 children's files and observed the children listed on the supplemental were missing immunization records in their file and had been enrolled more than 30 days. 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 July 29, 2025
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RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
Official code
41-01
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]
Correction / follow-up note
At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed all 21 children's files and observed the children listed on the supplemental were missing health records/physicals in their file and had been enrolled more than 30 days. 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 July 29, 2025
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RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
Official code
42-01
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Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
Report finding
A ratio of [two] child care personnel for [1 infant and 9 three year-school age children.] children is required. A ratio of [one] child care personnel for [1 infant and 9 three year- school age children.] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. General Requirements [SR]
Report comments
At the time of the inspection, the specialist entered the facility to conduct the routine and there was one staff member present. Ratio at the time of inspection: 1: 3 three year olds 1 four year old 1 five year old 4 school age 1 infant The ratio was resolved and returned to compliance about 5 minutes into the acknowledgement of the need for another staff. The second staff member arrived and took responsibility for the infant.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Ratio Sufficient
Official code
03-01
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
The bath facility was not cleaned and/or sanitized or disinfected after each use. CCF Handbook, Section 3.7, G Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of the inspection, the specialist observed in the bathroom that there were many boxes stacked ununiformly and could possibly fall. This was in the bath tub that is in need of cleaning. It appears to be the location of where mop water is poured out, but the dirt and debris has dried in the tub. The provider has until the due date to clean out the tub; and stack the over supply safely. This will return them to compliance.
Correction status
Due by February 26, 2025
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 21 - Restrooms and Bath Facilities
Official code
21-10
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
Report finding
The facility did not have documentation of a fire extinguisher being properly maintained to include being serviced and retagged timely, and/or with a current certificate. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, B Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of the inspection, the specialist observed that the fire extinguisher was last serviced November 2023. To return to compliance the provider has until the due date to have an updated servicing of the facility's fire extinguisher.
Correction status
Due by February 26, 2025
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
Official code
23-05
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 Record Keeping [SR]
Report comments
At the time of the inspection, the specialist reviewed a child's file that had a shot record of 12/30/24. At this time that child needs an updated shot record. The provider has until the due date to have the parent's bring in an updated shot record; and this will return them to compliance.
Correction status
Due by February 27, 2025
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RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
Official code
41-02
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Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The fence in the outdoor play area had a build-up (e.g., leaves, soil) at the base on the play area side, causing the fence to be less than the minimum 4 feet in height. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, F Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of reinspection, the provider advised that the fence was not worked on. The provider advised that the yard personnel she hired advised her that the fence could not be lifted without the issue reoccurring and going back down into the ground. The provider an specialist discussed options of material to add to the top of the fence like chicken wire and the provider stated that this option was feasible and she would prefer adding the material to the fence to meet the requirement. The provider and specialist also walked the playground and specialist remeasured the fence with provider and pointed out specific areas in the fencing that did not meet 4 feet in height. The p ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by January 10, 2025
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
Official code
17-08
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]
Report comments
On Monday, December 16, 2024, during a phone conversation with the specialist and provider, the provider advised that the child listed on the supplemental still does not have a current medical physical on file and has been attending the child care facility since the last inspection on 11/4/2024. The specialist advised that a current medical physical must be on file for the child and the provider understands that she is still out of compliance for this standard. TA was provided to ensure that the child has a medical physical on file by the due date.
Correction status
Due by January 10, 2025
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RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
Official code
42-01
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Higher concern: Supervision
Report finding
Child care personnel who had not completed all preservice training requirements were allowed unsupervised contact or care of children. (Section 3.1 - Training Requirements, Page 7) General Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
At time of inspection, the counselor observed the child care personnel listed on the supplemental directly supervising children in care while conducting ratio at time of inspection in the mix back green classroom with three and four year old children. The staff started at the facility on 2/24/2020 and has not completed required school readiness trainings of todays date. The provider advised that the staff is the cook but also covers for breaks in the classroom with children. The counselor advised the provider that the staff needs to complete course, Child Development in a school readiness program. TA was provided to ensure that the staff remains the cook and does not directly ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by November 14, 2024
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
Official code
04-31
Higher concern: Transportation
Report finding
The facility's transportation log did not include [include the departure/destination location and times for the facility on the transportation logs. ]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.2 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the facilitys transportation log not completed with required information to include the departure/destination location and times for the facility on the transportation logs. The provider advised that they do walking transportation to the nearby elementary school Code Academy. The counselor advised the provider that all of the required information must be completed on the log and offered suggestions to ensure compliance going forward. TA was provided to ensure that the transportation log is complete with all required information.
Correction status
Due by December 4, 2024
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 05 - Transportation
Official code
05-04
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 inspection, the counselor observed the window sills in the back green classroom with dead insects and dust present. The counselor also observed the back red classroom with debris on the hand wash sink and in the bowl that needs to be cleaned. The provider had the staff clean the areas at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the facility is clean and clear of dust and debris.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
Official code
12-01
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, the counselor observed on the younger childrens playground in the back of the building a dead rat on the grass near the outdoor play structure. The counselor also observed an active wasp nest with nest on the playground near one of the windows. The provider advised that the area has a problem with rats/mice and have been checking the playground to discard of the dead rodents. The provider had a staff remove the dead rat as well as the wasp nest at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that potential hazards are eliminated from the playground area.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
Official code
17-01
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The fence in the outdoor play area had a build-up (e.g., leaves, soil) at the base on the play area side, causing the fence to be less than the minimum 4 feet in height. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, F (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection the counselor observed the fencing on the older childrens play area measured lower than 4 feet in height on the road side closest to Long st as well as the neighboring side on the younger childrens playground. The neighbors fence at time of inspection was down and damaged due to the recent storm that accesss the neighbors backyard. TA was provided to ensure that the fencing that surrounds all playgrounds meets the requirement of 4 feet in height by the due date.
Correction status
Due by December 4, 2024
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
Official code
17-08
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
Child care personnel working in the food preparation area did not wear proper head covering. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.1, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the staff in the food preparation area in the facility not wearing a head covering while preparing the children in cares lunch. The counselor advised the provider that the staff needs a head covering and asked if she had hair nets. The provider advised that they do have hair nets and immediately asked the staff to place a head covering on at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that a proper head covering is worn while preparing meals.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
Official code
24-13
Low concern: Administrative posting
Report finding
The facility's menu was not [ did not have substitutions noted]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, H (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the facilitys menu for lunch for todays date read beef ravioli, garlic bread, pears, green beans and milk but counselor observed the children eating a beef patty with a ketchup, mixed fruit cocktail, sliced bread, and green beans. The provider noted the menu with substitutions at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that if the facility offers substitutions the menu is noted with the substitution and posted in an inconspicuous area where parents can view.
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 ground cover or other protective surface under the [mulch on the older childrens playground near the stationary swing with mulch measuring to 4 inches in depth. As well as on the younger childrens playground near the stationary climbing equipment with slide The mulch measured to 5 inches.] 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 inspection, the counselor observed the resilient surface of mulch on the older childrens playground near the stationary swing with mulch measuring to 4 inches in depth. As well as on the younger childrens playground near the stationary climbing equipment with slide The mulch measured to 5 inches. The counselor advised the provider that the resilient surface near stationary equipment must meet 6 inches in depth and 6 feet in perimeter. TA was provided to ensure that the mulch meets requirement by the due date.
Correction status
Due by December 4, 2024
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SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
Official code
32-07
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the 40 hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement. CCF Handbook Section 4.2.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3)
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the counselor observed a child care personnel in the mixed classroom of three and four year old children while conducting ratio directly supervising children. The counselor determined that the staff does not have 40 hours of training required DCF training. The personnel started at the facility on 2/24/2020 but started in the industry in 1983. The provider advised that the staff works in the kitchen but also covers breaks and directly supervises children in care. TA was provided to ensure that the staff completes required training by the due date or solely works in the kitchen and does not supervise children in care at any time.
Correction status
Due by December 4, 2024
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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)
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the counselor observed a child care personnel in the mixed classroom of three and four year old children while conducting ratio directly supervising children. The counselor determined that the staff did not complete required DCF training course 5 hr literacy. The personnel started at the facility on 2/24/2020 but started in the industry in 1983. The provider advised that the staff works in the kitchen but also covers breaks and directly supervises children in care. TA was provided to ensure that the staff completes required training by the due date or solely works in the kitchen and does not supervise children in care at any time.
Correction status
Due by December 4, 2024
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TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-06
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
Documentation of in-service training was not recorded on CF-FSP Form 5268, Child Care In-service Training Record. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.7, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) [SR]
Report comments
At the time of inspection, the counselor determined that the child care personnel listed on the supplemental did not document training on the required training log for the in -service year of 7/1/2023-6/30/2024. The provider documented training completed on the required log at time of inspection and placed the log on file. TA was provided to ensure that the training complete is documented on the required log, CF-FSP Form 5268 and placed on file for Licensing to review.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-08
Higher concern: Transportation
Report finding
The facility did not have documented proof that child care personnel participating in the transportation of children were trained on safe transportation practices prior to participating in transportation of children. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.6 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Training [SR]
Report comments
At time of inspection, the counselor determined that the child care personnel listed on the supplemental did not complete transportation training prior to participating in walking transportation services. TA was provided to ensure that the training is completed by the due date.
Correction status
Due by December 4, 2024
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TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-10
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The facility's first aid kit was missing the following items: [ Sterile gauze pads or rolls]. CCF Handbook, Section 6.2, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the facilitys first aid kit was missing gauze. TA was provided to ensure that the facility has guaze added to the first aid kit by the due date.
Correction status
Due by December 4, 2024
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 37 - First Aid Requirements
Official code
37-06
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The facilitys posted emergency information did not include the following: [ County Public Health Unit phone number, the facilitys address]. CCF Handbook, Section 6.3, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the emergency phone numbers posted near the telephone missing the facilitys address and the health departments phone number. TA was provided to ensure that the required information is added by the due date
Correction status
Due by December 4, 2024
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 38 - Emergency Telephone Numbers
Official code
38-01
Low concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
The facility did not maintain documentation that the parent(s) or legal guardian(s) of each child were provided information detailing the causes, symptoms, and transmission of the influenza virus annually during the months of August through September in that [she failed to have parents acknowledge the brochure and place of file for Licensing to review.]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.3, C.4. (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
Report comments
At the time of inspection, the counselor stated that she failed to have parents acknowledge the brochure and place of file for Licensing to review. TA was provided to ensure that the provider has all parents of enrolled children acknowledge the brochure and place on file for Licensing to review by the due date.
Correction status
Due by December 4, 2024
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RECORD KEEPING - 43 - Enrollment Information
Official code
43-06
Low concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
The facility did not maintain documentation that the parent(s) or legal guardian(s) of each child were provided information regarding the potential for distracted adults to fail to drop off a child and leave them in the car annually during the months of April and September in that [she failed to have parents acknowledge the brochure and place of file for Licensing to review.]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.3, C.5. (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
Report comments
At the time of inspection, the counselor stated that she failed to have parents acknowledge the brochure and place of file for Licensing to review. TA was provided to ensure that the provider has all parents of enrolled children acknowledge the brochure and place on file for Licensing to review by the due date. Counselor reviewed all 24 enrolled children's files to include school aged children.
Correction status
Due by December 4, 2024
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RECORD KEEPING - 43 - Enrollment Information
Official code
43-10
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 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the child care personnel listed on the supplementals background screening in the Clearinghouse had a status that read awaiting privacy policy and not eligible. The counselor walked the provider through acknowledging the policy at time of inspection. The eligibility date on the background screening read 11/20/2020 when the staff first started at the facility. The counselor advised that the screening will be updated with the status reflecting eligible. TA was provided to ensure that staff have a eligible status the background screening in Clearinghouse prior to providing services.
Correction status
Due by November 14, 2024
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RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
Official code
45-02
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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]
Report comments
At the time of reinspection, the counselor determined that the child listed on the supplemental does not have a health physical on file. The provider advised that the child is still enrolled at the facility. TA was provided to ensure that the child has a health physical on file by the due date.
Correction status
Due by December 4, 2024
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RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
Official code
42-01
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 Record Keeping [SR]
Report comments
At the time of reinspection, the counselor determined that the child listed on the supplemental still does not have a discipline or expulsion policy on file acknowledged by the parents. TA was provided to ensure that the policies are acknowledged and on file for Licensing to review by the due date.
Correction status
Due by December 4, 2024
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RECORD KEEPING - 43 - Enrollment Information
Official code
43-04
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Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the 40 hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement. CCF Handbook Section 4.2.1
Inspector notes
Spoke to the provider and she stated the staff listed in the supplemental still has not completed the DCF 40-hour training.
Correction status
Due by September 14, 2024
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TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-01
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
The staff listed in the supplemental did not complete the 10 in service hours for the 23-24 hours. TA was provided that the 10 hours are due annually.
Correction status
Due by August 7, 2024
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TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-07
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 Record Keeping [SR]
Report comments
The children listed in the supplemental had expired immunization records. TA was provided that all children have to have current immunizatios.
Correction status
Due by August 7, 2024
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RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
Official code
41-02
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]
Report comments
The child listed in the supplemental did not have a current health form in the file. TA was provided that all children are required to have a current Health form.
Correction status
Due by August 7, 2024
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RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
Official code
42-01
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 Record Keeping [SR]
Inspector notes
The child listed in the supplemental did not have a signed discipline or explosion policy in the file. TA was provided this is needed for all children. At the time of the inspection, the provider stated they have 22 children enrolled and all children's files were reviewed.
Correction status
Due by August 7, 2024
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RECORD KEEPING - 43 - Enrollment Information
Official code
43-04
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
Report finding
Child care personnel failed to ensure arrival and departure times were complete and accurate at the time of arrival or departure. CCF Handbook, Section 7.5, B
Report comments
At the time of the inspection, the provider had 21 children and only 13 children were signed in for arrival on today's date 7/8/24. TA was provided that the staff should be checking after the children arrive to make sure all children have been signed in. ENFORCEMENT
Correction status
Due by August 7, 2024
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RECORD KEEPING - 46 - Daily Attendance
Official code
46-03
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the 40 hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement. CCF Handbook Section 4.2.1
Report comments
At the time of the re-inspection, the staff listed in the supplemental still has not completed the required DCF 40-hour training.
Correction status
Due by August 7, 2024
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TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-01
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the 40 hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement. CCF Handbook Section 4.2.1
Inspector notes
The provider stated today that the staff listed in the supplemental still had not completed the required DCF 40 hours.
Correction status
Due by June 22, 2024
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TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-01
Higher concern: Supervision
Report finding
Child care personnel were not within sight and hearing of all the children during nap time. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4.2 General Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed a classroom with 7 children (4-year-old 5-year-old) with without a Child Care Personnel supervising. Another Child Care Personnel advised she was supervising two classrooms while the Director left the facility and went to the store to retrieve snacks. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that direct supervision is always maintained. Licensing Specialist remained inside the classroom until the Director arrived putting the standard back into compliance. •
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
Official code
04-05
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
The facility failed to maintain a temperature between 65 degrees and 82 degrees Fahrenheit at all times. CCF Handbook, Section 3.3.3, A Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the facilitys wall thermostat reading 84 degrees Fahrenheit. Provider advised that the air conditioner was broke and a repair company was out on Monday and fixed the issue. Since Monday, the air condition system went out again and provider scheduled another date for repair on Saturday. While Licensing Specialist was still inside the facility, it was very hot and humid. Licensing Specialist used a digital infrared thermometer gun and temperature read between 82.5 91.6 degrees Fahrenheit throughout the classroom. Technical assistance was provided to contact call parents to pick up children or move the children into anothe ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 14 - Lighting, Temperature, and Ventilation
Official code
14-04
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
A cot, bed, crib, mattress, playpen or floor mat was not available for all children who napped or slept. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1 Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed two children inside the 4-year-old 5-year-old classroom asleep on the floor without cots or mats. There were enough cots at the facility, however, Director advised that the children like to sleep on the floor. Technical assistance was provided to ensure children in care are provided safe and sanitary bedding to be used when napping or sleeping. Sleep bedding includes beds, cribs, or mattresses. This standard was brought back into compliance when the children were provided cots to sleep on. •
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 18 - Bedding and Linens
Official code
18-01
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
Toys, equipment and/or furnishings available to the children in care were not age appropriate in that [several cots available for children in care were not in good repair (torn/fraying)]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.11, A Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed several cots available for children in care were not in good repair (torn/fraying). Technical assistance was provided to replace effected items and ensure that cots are covered with impermeable surface and is in good repair.
Correction status
Due by June 9, 2024
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SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 31 - Indoor Equipment
Official code
31-01
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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 re-inspection, the staff listed in the supplemental still has not completed the required DCF 40 hours.
Correction status
Due by May 16, 2024
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TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
Child(ren) did not have a Student Health Examination/DH (Form 3040), or an equivalent health statement on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2, C (Section 19.2, number 1) Record Keeping [SR]
Report comments
At the time of the re-inspection, the child listed in the supplemental still does not have the required Health form.
Correction status
Due by May 16, 2024
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RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
Official code
42-01
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Low concern: Administrative posting
Report finding
The facility failed to include their license number when advertising. s.402.318, F.S.
Report comments
At the time of the inspection, the front sign did not have a complete license number on the sign. TA was provided for the provider to correct the sign and to make sure the complete license number is on the sign.
Correction status
Due by April 11, 2024
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 01 - License Displayed/Citation Posted/Advertising
Official code
01-03
Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
Report finding
A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [4] children is required. A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [7] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. (Section 3, numbers 1 9) General Requirements [SR]
Report comments
At the time of the inspection, the counselor arrived and there were 6 children age 4-school age and 1 infant in the green room. A staff arrived after 15 minutes and the staff took the infant to the infant room during the inspection. Arrived: Children/age staff. 5/2-4/1. 1/infant, 6/4-school age/1. 5/1/1. 4/3/1. Starr arrived after 15 minutes ratios: 5/2-4/1. 1/infant/1. 5/1&2/1. 4/3/1. 6/4-school age/1. Page 1 of 7
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Ratio Sufficient
Official code
03-01
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 [6] based on 35 square feet and [7] children were observed in care. CCF Handbook , Section 3.4.2, D (Section 1.1, number 1) Physical Environment [SR]
Report comments
At the time of the inspection, the green classroom had 1/infant and 6/4-year-olds to school age children with 1 staff. The rooms capacity is 6 and there were 7 children. A staff arrived within 15 minutes and took the infant to the infant room making it completed at the time of the inspection.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 15 - Licensed Capacity
Official code
15-03
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]
Report comments
At the time of the inspection, there are three sections of the white fencing in the back playground that are not at ground level. TA was provided to place a piece of wood along the fence base to close the gap.
Correction status
Due by April 11, 2024
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
Official code
17-07
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The fence in the outdoor play area had a build-up (e.g., leaves, soil) at the base on the play area side, causing the fence to be less than the minimum 4 feet in height. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, F (Section 10.8, number 2) Physical Environment [SR]
Report comments
At the time of the inspection, the fencing in the back playground has several areas that has build-up at the base of the fencing and is only measuring 45-47". TA was provided to clear the area out at the base and make sure the fencing measures at least 48". The provider will also, need to make sure the boarding on the outside of the fencing at the base is secure.
Correction status
Due by April 11, 2024
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
Official code
17-08
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
The staff listed in the supplemental started as child care personnel on 7/28/22 and started training on 11/4/22 late and then should have completed the DCF 40- hours by 10/26/23. The other staff started in the industry on 7/28/22, she started her DCF 40 hours on 10/16/22 and should have completed the training by 01/16/24 before being hired.
Correction status
Due by April 11, 2024
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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
The staff listed in the supplemental started as child care staff on 7/28/22 and should have completed the 5-hour literacy in her first 12 months, by 7/28/23. The second staff started in the industry on 7/28/22 and should have completed the 5-hour literacy by 7/28/23.
Correction status
Due by April 11, 2024
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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, safe sleep practices and shaken baby syndrome]. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.3 and 4.2.5
Report comments
The staff listed in the supplemental did not have the required safe sleep practices or fire extinguisher training in their first 30 days of hire.
Correction status
Due by April 11, 2024
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TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-09
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]
Report comments
The children listed in the supplemental had expired immunizations, one that expired 2/20/24 and one 3/1/24.
Correction status
Due by April 11, 2024
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RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
Official code
41-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
Child(ren) did not have a Student Health Examination/DH (Form 3040), or an equivalent health statement on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2, C (Section 19.2, number 1) Record Keeping [SR]
Report comments
The child listed in the supplemental did not have a current health form in their file. TA was provided that the health from is required.
Correction status
Due by April 11, 2024
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RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
Official code
42-01
Higher concern: Background screening
Report finding
Background screening was not completed: [ after a 90-day break in service.] CCF Handbook, Section 5.2 (Section 19.5, number 1) Record Keeping [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
The staff listed in the supplemental worked at this facility 7/28/22-8/16/23 then returned 1/2/24 with more than a 90-day break in service. The staff should have had a re-submit conducted before being hired back. The provider will need to complete a re-submit in the Clearing House.
Correction status
Due by March 22, 2024
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RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
Official code
45-07
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Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The ground cover or other protective surface under the [the large play equipment] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D (Section 11.2, number 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
Report comments
At the time of the re-inspection, the mulch only measured 1" in depth 6 ft out and around for the large play equipment with slide. TA was provided that all stationary equipment requires 6" in depth 6 feet out and around for a resilient surface.
Correction status
Due by December 21, 2023
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SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
Official code
32-07
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Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
Report finding
The facility did not have a current and approved annual fire safety inspection by the local fire authority. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, A (Section 14.2, number 1) Physical Environment [SR]
Report comments
The provider had the 22-23 fire inspection done on 10/10/22 and it expired 10/10/23. The fire inspection was not done then until 11/3/23. TA was provided that fire inspections are due annually.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
Official code
23-02
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
Report finding
The facility did not have documentation of a fire extinguisher being properly maintained to include being serviced and retagged timely, and/or with a current certificate. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, B (Section 14.2, number 3) Physical Environment [SR]
Report comments
The fire extinguisher in the kitchen did not have a current tag, the old tag on the extinguisher was dated 2020. TA was provided that the fire extinguisher has to be checked and tagged annually.
Correction status
Due by December 3, 2023
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
Official code
23-05
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
Report finding
During the facilitys licensure year, fire drills utilizing the approved alarm system were not conducted monthly at various dates and times when children were in care [the provider was not able to use the approved alarm system during today's inspection. ]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.4, A (Section 14.3, number 2), (Section 14.3, number 1) Physical Environment [SR]
Report comments
At the time of the inspection, the provider was not able to use the approved alarm system for the fire drill. TA was provided to have the fire inspector come out and help the provider with operating the system. The fire drill had to be conducted without the system.
Correction status
Due by November 13, 2023
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
Official code
23-06
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
A resilient surface was not provided beneath and within the fall/use zone for [large stationary equipement with the slide that had been added to the back playground.]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D (Section 11.2, number 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
Report comments
At the time of the inspection, a large stationary piece of play equipment had been added to the back playground and it did not have 6" of resilient surface 6 feet out and around.
Correction status
Due by November 13, 2023
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SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
Official code
32-06
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
The facility did not have documentation to show child care personnel had begun the introductory training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.1
Report comments
The staff listed in the supplemental started her DCF 40-hour classes 1/1/12 but did not start in the industry until 8/1/23. TA was provided that staff has to start the DCF 40-hour training in their first 90 days of industry.
Correction status
Due by December 3, 2023
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TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-03
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
The director responsible for the daily operation of the program did not have an active Director Credential. CCF Handbook, Section 4.7
Correction / follow-up note
The provider is currently in violation of the staff credential/Directors credential violation requirement, but has been given a corrective action due date of February 20, 2024 to come into compliance with this the standard. Licensing staff will follow-up with the provider after the corrective action due date to ensure compliance. The provider's Director credential expired on 8/20/23.
Correction status
Due by February 20, 2024
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TRAINING - 34 - Credentialed Staff
Official code
34-04
Higher concern: Supervision
Report finding
The facility had an inadequate number of child care personnel appropriately trained in CPR to maintain coverage both on-site and on field trips. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4, B (Section 13.4, number 2) Health Requirements [SR]
Report comments
At the time of the inspection, there was only one staff within direct supervision of children that had current CPR and first aid and there were two classrooms. TA was provided that 0-25 staff, there have to be 3 staff in direct supervision of children with CPR and first aid or to meet ratio. Today to meet ratio the provider had two classrooms and both staff should have had CPR and first aid. The Director went into the 2-year-old classroom during the inspection, and she has current CPR and first aid.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 36 - CPR Requirements
Official code
36-03
Higher concern: Supervision
Report finding
The facility did not have an adequate number of child care personnel appropriately trained in first aid to maintain coverage both on- site and on field trips. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4, B (Section 13.4, number 2) Health Requirements [SR]
Report comments
At the time of the inspection, there was only one staff within direct supervision of children that had current CPR and first aid and there were two classrooms. TA was provided that 0-25 staff, there have to be 3 staff in direct supervision of children with CPR and first aid or to meet ratio. Today to meet ratio the provider had two classrooms and both staff should have had CPR and first aid. The Director went in to the 2-year-old classroom during the inspection.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 37 - First Aid Requirements
Official code
37-02
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 (Section 19.2, number 2) Record Keeping [SR]
Report comments
The child listed in the supplemental had expired immunizations. TA was provided that all children are required to have current immunizations.
Correction status
Due by December 3, 2023
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RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
Official code
41-02
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
Child(ren) did not have a Student Health Examination/DH (Form 3040), or an equivalent health statement on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2, C (Section 19.2, number 1) Record Keeping [SR]
Report comments
The child listed in the supplemental did not have a current health form in his file. His date of enrollment was 5/16/23.
Correction status
Due by December 3, 2023
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RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
Official code
42-01
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
The child listed in the supplemental did not have a current health form in his file.
Correction status
Due by December 3, 2023
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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, the staff listed in the supplemental had expired Abuse and Neglect forms. TA was provided that the forms are required annually. 5 staff files were reviewed and updated in CARES.
Correction status
Due by December 3, 2023
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RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
Official code
44-04
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 [6, 7] based on 35 square feet and [9, 8] children were observed in care. CCF Handbook , Section 3.4.2, D (Section 1.1, number 1) Physical Environment [SR]
Report comments
At the time of the inspection, two classrooms were over capacity. One classroom had 9 children and the classroom capacity is 6 and the other classroom had 8 children and the classroom capacity is 7. Another staff arrived and children were moved to another classroom making this standard completed at the time of the inspection.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 15 - Licensed Capacity
Official code
15-03
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 10.8, number 2) Physical Environment [SR]
Report comments
At the time of the inspection, the fencing top bars looks bent in one area and the fencing only measure 44-47 inches. TA was provided to get a new top bar added or have an additional support pole added to hold the top bar up to support the fencing. The fencing is required to measure at least 48" all around the playground.
Correction status
Due by August 10, 2023
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
Official code
17-05
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]
Report comments
At the time of the inspection, an area of the fencing was not secured and the bottom and could be pushed to allow inside or outside access. TA was provided to get the fencing secured at the base.
Correction status
Due by August 10, 2023
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
Official code
17-07
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 employee roster was blank. The provider needs to add the current staff to the employee roster.
Correction status
Due by August 10, 2023
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RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
Official code
45-09
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Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 10, number 1) Physical Environment [SR]
Report comments
At the time of the re-inspection, the provider has not sanded and painted the cabinet to the sink in the 4-year-old classroom.
Correction status
Due by May 14, 2023
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
Official code
12-02
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 10, number 1) Physical Environment [SR]
Report comments
The cabinet to the sink in the 4-year-old classroom has peeling paint. TA was provided to sand and paint the cabinet.
Correction status
Due by April 7, 2023
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
Official code
12-02
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
All reading, painting and other close work areas did not have lighting equivalent to 50 foot candles on the work surface. CCF Handbook, Section 3.3.1, B (Section 10.1, number 2) Physical Environment [SR]
Report comments
At the time of the inspection, the 4 year old classroom had burned out bulbs and only measured 34 candlelight. The lighting above the table that is used for reading and activities should read at least 50 ft candles for lighting. TA was provided when the bulbs burn out replace them right away to maintain the required 50 ft candlelight.
Correction status
Due by April 7, 2023
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 14 - Lighting, Temperature, and Ventilation
Official code
14-02
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The facility's outdoor play area contained litter, nails, glass or other hazards that posed a threat to the health, safety or well-being of the children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A (Section 10.7, number 1) Physical Environment [SR]
Report comments
At the time of the inspection, the bottom of the gate on the back playground has rusted through and is now missing a part and is sharp and rusty. The bottom of the gate also has fencing that needs to be reattached and all sharp areas need to be repaired. TA was provided to make sure to secure the fencing to the gate and to bend the sharp pieces inward.
Correction status
Due by March 18, 2023
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
Official code
17-02
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
Stored food was not consumed or discarded on or before the expiration date listed by the manufacturer. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, B
Report comments
At the time of the inspection, the provider had eggs that expired 3/5/23. The provider disposed of the eggs at the time of the inspection.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
Official code
24-18

Questions to ask

Suggested questions for parents based on recorded violations in inspection reports. If there are not enough source-backed violations, you will see general questions for daycare.

Finding-specific

Can you walk me through how you ensure that the correct number of staff members are always present with the children in each classroom?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records show that maintaining appropriate staff-to-child ratios has been a recurring topic in recent inspection reports.
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Finding-specific

What is your current process for verifying and maintaining up-to-date background screening documentation for all staff members?

Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report noted instances where background screening documentation was missing or incomplete for personnel.
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Finding-specific

How do you ensure that all staff members are fully trained and prepared to provide direct supervision before they are left alone with children?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records show findings related to staff members supervising children before completing all required training.
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Finding-specific

Could you describe your daily routine for checking the facility and outdoor play areas to ensure they remain clean and hazard-free?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records indicate that maintaining a clean and hazard-free facility environment has been a repeated topic across multiple inspections.
Context
A later clean inspection was recorded on 5/22/2026.
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Finding-specific

How do you manage and track the expiration dates for children's health and immunization records to ensure they stay current?

Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report highlights that keeping student health and immunization records up to date has been a recurring concern.
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