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Kids Academy Childcare

111 N 11th St, Haines City, FL 33844

License:
C10PO0317
Type:
Child Care Facility
Status:
Licensed
Records checked:
July 12, 2026
Additional info
Programs and services:
School Readiness, VPK, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care
Hours:
Mon-Fri: 7:00AM to 5:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
Capacity:
111
License expiration:
November 18, 2026
Typical cost: $1,127 - $1,157 (Under 1)
Child’s age

$1,127 - $1,157/mo

Median daily rate: $52.00 - $53.40

Official Florida Division of Early Learning Polk County data.

Not this provider’s price.

Inspection snapshot

Recent higher-concern violation

At least one higher-concern violation appears in the last 12 months.

Next: Read reports, examine repeated topics below, look at the broader history, and ask what changed afterward.

Latest inspectionApril 27, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsApril 27, 2026

Summary

This summary covers 19 available inspections for Kids Academy Childcare from February 28, 2023 through April 27, 2026.

12 inspections recorded violations, with 30 recorded violations in total.

The most recent higher-concern violation was on March 20, 2026 and involved medication.

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

4 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
30

8 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
9

1 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
5

Last 36 months

Local comparison

19 total inspections vs 6 local median in 33844

Compared to 17 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
1.58
Local median
1.86

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
32%
Local median
32%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
63%
Local median
51%

Repeated topics

This provider
5
Local average
3.12

Repeated topics

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

Inspection history

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

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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 Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the red metal frame slide paint peeling exposure rust. Also, slight peeling paint of the larger metal frame play structure. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that the playground equipment is in good repair. Technical assistance was provided to ensure to pressure wash the equipment/fence with green algae. •
Correction status
Due by April 19, 2026
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
Official code
17-02
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
The sink and/or toilet was not maintained in good operating condition, clean and/or sanitized or disinfected. CCF Handbook, Section 3.7, I Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the middle toilet inside the classroom with a capacity of 15 nob broken. Technical assistance was provided that each toilet and sink must be maintained in good operating condition, cleaned and sanitized or disinfected as needed, but at least once per day.
Correction status
Due by April 19, 2026
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 21 - Restrooms and Bath Facilities
Official code
21-11
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
Milk and/or food sat out longer than 15 minutes prior to the beginning of the meal. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.5, C Food and Nutrition [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of reinspection, Licensing Specialist observed a gallon of milk sitting on the table in the classroom for over 15 minutes. The milk was on the table waiting for the children to arrive and eat breakfast. Technical assistance was provided that milk and food must not sit out for longer than 15 minutes prior to the beginning of the meal to avoid contamination and spoilage. This standard was brought back into compliance when Provider placed the milk back in the refrigerator. •
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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FOOD AND NUTRITION - 25 - Meals and Snacks
Official code
25-15
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
Formula and/or food brought from home was not labeled with the childs first and last name. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.6, B Food and Nutrition [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed breastmilk in the mini refrigerator/freezer in the infant classroom were not labeled with childs first and last name. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all breast milk, food, and formula are labeled with childs first and last name. This standard was brought back into compliance when Provider labeled the breastmilk. •
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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FOOD AND NUTRITION - 28 - Bottles, Breastmilk, Formula and Infant Food
Official code
28-04
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 Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed items (cell phones, clipboard, and coloring sheets of paper) stored on the changing table. Also, there were other miscellaneous items unrelated to diapering stored under the changing table. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that only items related to diapering should be on the table changing table.
Correction status
Due by April 19, 2026
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SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
Official code
30-07
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
The facility did not have documented proof that all child care personnel were trained and knowledgeable within 30 days of date of hire in [ the use of fire extinguishers]. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.3 and 4.2.5 Training [SR]
Report comments
At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental did not have fire extinguisher training. The Child Care Personnel was hired on 1/5/26 and had 30 days to complete the training. Technical assistance was provided that All child care personnel shall be trained in the use and operation of a fire extinguisher, at each facility they are employed, within 30 days of date of hire. The facility must maintain documentation that all child care personnel have completed training.
Correction status
Due by April 19, 2026
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TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-09
Higher concern: Medication
Report finding
Medication was not stored in either a locked area or inaccessible and out of a childs reach. CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, G Health Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed diapering creams/ointments (medication) stored under the diaper changing table inside the classroom with a capacity of 9. The medication was accessible to the children in care. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that medication is stored in either a locked area or inaccessible and out of a childs reach. This standard was brought back into compliance when the medication was moved higher. •
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 40 - Medication
Official code
40-15
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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 the inspection, the licensing specialist observed that the staff listed in the supplemental started her 5-hour literacy on 2/20/24 and her industry start date was 2/21/24. She was then hired 4/14/25 before completing training on 6/23/25. TA was provided that the training should have been completed before hire.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-06
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Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
The facility did not have documentation to show completion of a Department approved five-hour early literacy and language development course for child care personnel within 12 months of date of employment in child care industry and/or the early literacy course documentation was not uploaded in the Florida Pathways/Registry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.2 and 4.5, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3)
Report comments
At the time of the inspection, the staff listed in the supplemental started in the industry on 2/21/24 and has not completed the required 5- hour literacy by 2/21/25. TA was provided that the training is required within 12 months of start in the industry.
Correction status
Due by April 18, 2025
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TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-06
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 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
Report comments
At the time of the inspection, the staff listed in the supplemental had an expired Abuse and Neglect form dated 3/6/24 that expired 3/6/25. The staff completed the form during the inspection. TA was provided that this from is due annually. At the time of the inspection, 18 staff files were reviewed and updated in CARES.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
Official code
44-04
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Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
The facility failed to report a suspected communicable disease outbreak for two or more children or adults within 72 hours to the local county health department and failed to follow directions given. CCF Handbook, Section 6.1.2, B Health Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of the complaint inspection information was obtained through various interviews with other agencies (including ELC and the health department) that this facility had 3 staff and 11 children either out sick or attending school sick over the course of 2 weeks and it was not reported to the health dept. One child was also out with HFM in this VPK age group. The director stated she did call and leave a message and no one responded to her. The dept. advised to ensure that when reporting outbreaks, they receive an email or confirmation to maintain compliance of this standard. The noncompliance was resolved due to all staff and students returning to the facility with no s ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 35 - Communicable Disease Control
Official code
35-10
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Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
Preparation of food occurred in an area that is not a designated food preparation area. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed a large can of powdered formula and distilled water in the infant room. The staff that is listed in the supplemental stated she mixes the bottles in the classroom. The room only has a hand washing sink. TA was provided that a separate sink is required for food prep in the classroom, and it must have hot water of at least 100 degrees. The provider can either have the parents prepare the bottles prior, make the bottles in the kitchen or put a proper sink with hot water in the classroom. The provider removed the formula and placed it in the kitchen during the inspection.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
Official code
24-02
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Higher concern: Child guidance
Report finding
Child care personnel inappropriately interacted with children in care in a manner that was aggressive, demeaning or intimidating in nature. CCF Handbook, Section 8.2, C Enforcement [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of the complaint inspection, video surveillance revealed a teacher was pulling a child by her arm, and using force on her arms to keep her on her sleep cot during naptime. Not until the parents called to inquire about the bruising on the child's arms was it apparent that the teacher was using excessive force to redirect the child. The teacher was written up for not using policy/procedure for interaction and discipline policy. After the video was watched by the director/owner and the interaction was observed, the teacher was immediately terminated which resolves the noncompliance for the provider. The provider was advised to ensure that all staff are using appropri ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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RECORD KEEPING - 47 - Access/Child Safety
Official code
47-01
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, there were three lighting fixtures with burned out bulbs and the lighting only read 31 to 33 candle lights above the reading and activity tables. TA was provided to add light bulbs and the lighting must read 50 ft candles or above.
Correction status
Due by August 14, 2024
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 14 - Lighting, Temperature, and Ventilation
Official code
14-02
Higher concern: Hazardous access
Report finding
A potentially harmful item, [pink contents in clear spray bottle], was not labeled as required. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of the reinspection, the counselor observed the pink contents in the spray bottle of the VPK classroom was still not labeled from the first routine inspection. A teacher labeled the contents on the spray bottle as disinfectant cleaner to resolve the noncompliance.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 13 - Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons
Official code
13-01
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Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
Areas of the facility were found to be in need of cleaning. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of the inspection the counselor observed several classrooms that had dust accumulation on the air vents. The provider was advised to replace the air filters, and clean the vents to maintain compliance of this standard.
Correction status
Due by April 12, 2024
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
Official code
12-01
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of the inspection the counselor observed several classrooms that needed tiles to on the roof, light bulbs needed to be changed due to the light panel not being illuminated when the light switch is turned on, and peeling paint in the classrooms. The age and teacher's names are listed on the supplemental page. Provider advised to ensure that tiles be aligned properly to ensure that insects and moisture does not come into the classrooms.
Correction status
Due by April 11, 2024
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
Official code
12-02
Higher concern: Hazardous access
Report finding
The facility did not have electrical outlet covers or the outlet covers were not in place. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, I
Inspector notes
At the time of the inspection the counselor observed a missing outlet cover in the VPK classroom. The director immediately replaced it and the noncompliance was resolved.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
Official code
12-18
Higher concern: Hazardous access
Report finding
A potentially harmful item, [spray bottles with colored blue/pink contents in the vpk classroom], was not labeled as required. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of the inspection the counselor observed 2 clear spray bottles with 2 different colored contents; one was blue and the other was pink. Contents were with other brand named cleaning supplies in the VPK classroom. The contents according to the director were cleaning solutions. The provider was advised to ensure spray bottles are labeled to ensure that staff are aware of what is being used to clean/sanitize throughout the day to maintain compliance of this standard.
Correction status
Due by March 22, 2024
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 13 - Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons
Official code
13-01
Higher concern: Hazardous access
Report finding
The facilitys storage of harmful items including cleaning supplies, flammable products, and poisonous, toxic and hazardous materials allowed access by children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of the inspection the counselor observed bleach, paint, grass fertilizer, floor polish, crawling insect killer was stored with the food in the pantry and the door was not locked; leaving these items accessible to children in care. The provider was given technical assistance, to put the chemicals, toxic items out of reach of children, or lock the door to maintain compliance of this standard. To resolve the noncompliance the provider removed the chemicals out of the pantry.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 13 - Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons
Official code
13-02
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 Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of the inspection the counselor observed the area in the 2's classroom had a foot candles reading of 35.5 where they did their painting and table activities. The provider was advised to ensure that each classroom has the equivalent or more of illuminating lights of 50 foot candles to maintain compliance. Provider advised to change the light bulb wattage to get the proper reading.
Correction status
Due by April 12, 2024
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 14 - Lighting, Temperature, and Ventilation
Official code
14-02
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
The food preparation area does not have a hand washing station or the hand washing station did not include the following: [a temperature that had at least 100 Farenheit]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.1, A.7.
Inspector notes
At the time of the inspection the counselor observed at the handwashing station in the food preparation area, the temperature of water was 80 degrees. The provider was advised to ensure the temperature is at minimum 100 degrees to maintain compliance of this standard.
Correction status
Due by April 12, 2024
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FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
Official code
24-09
Higher concern: Hazardous access
Report finding
Poisonous/toxic or cleaning products were not stored separately from food. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, C
Inspector notes
At the time of the inspection the counselor observed bleach, grass fertilizer, pain and air freshner was stored with the food in the pantry. the provider was advised to ensure that chemicals are stored separately from food to maintain compliance of this standard. To resolve this noncompliance the provider removed the toxic/cleaning products from the food pantry.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
Official code
24-20
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
Frozen food was not [ labeled by date and type]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, F.2 and 3.
Inspector notes
At the time of the inspection the counselor observed several packages that did not have the food item labeled by type. The provider was advised to ensure that all food in the freezer be labeled by date and type to maintain compliance of this standard.
Correction status
Due by April 12, 2024
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FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
Official code
24-24
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The facilitys posted emergency information did not include the following: [ directions to the facility; including major intersections and local landmarks, emergency services/911, ambulance phone number, Poison Control Center phone number, Florida Abuse Hotline]. CCF Handbook, Section 6.3, A Health Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of the inspection the counselor observed an incomplete emergency phone number list. The list posted did not include directions to the facility, non-emergency for the police department, 911 with emergency, poison control and the Florida Abuse hotline. The provider was advised to include these numbers to maintain compliance of this standard.
Correction status
Due by April 12, 2024
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 38 - Emergency Telephone Numbers
Official code
38-01
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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
Inspector notes
The facility failed to maintain a current Employee/Contractor Roster for all child care personnel in the Clearinghouse. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, K • TA: FSC observed provider update Employee /Contractor Roster at time of inspection by adding new employee. •
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
Official code
45-09
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
The facility did not have documentation to show child care personnel had begun the introductory training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.1
Report comments
At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed all staff files and determined that the staff listed on the supplemental did not start the Departments training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry. The CCR counselor determined the staff started in the industry in October 2022. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff start a class in Part 1 or Part 2 prior to the due date.
Correction status
Due by August 17, 2023
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TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-03
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Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
Frozen food was not [ labeled by date and type]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, F.2 and 3.
Inspector notes
At the time of the routine inspection, the counselor observed chicken nuggets, pancakes, french toast sticks, bagels, and waffles in the freezer without being labeled and type. Technical assistance was provided to ensure all frozen food is labeled by type and date. This was completed at time of inspection as the food was labeled and dated.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
Official code
24-24
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 routine inspection, the counselor reviewed all staff files and determined that the staff listed on the supplemental did not complete 40 hour training. Technical assistance was provided to ensure the staff completes the 40 hour introductory training.
Correction status
Due by March 31, 2023
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TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-01
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]
Report comments
At the time of the routine inspection, the counselor reviewed staff files and determined that the staff listed on the supplemental did not have documentation of level 2 clearinghouse screening clearance. Technical assistance was provided to ensure the staff is screened and is eligible in child care.
Correction status
Due by March 10, 2023
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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 storing medications and diapering creams to ensure they are always inaccessible to children?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from an inspection in March 2026 show that diapering creams were found in an area accessible to children. Asking about current storage practices helps parents understand how the center ensures these items remain securely out of reach.
Context
The finding was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific

How do you manage the storage of cleaning supplies and other hazardous materials to ensure they are kept separate from food and out of reach of children?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records show multiple findings regarding the storage of hazardous materials and cleaning supplies between 2024 and 2026. This question helps parents understand the center's current protocols for maintaining a secure environment.
Related violations
Finding-specific

What is your routine for inspecting outdoor play equipment to ensure it remains in good repair and free from hazards?

Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from March 2026 noted concerns regarding the condition of outdoor play structures. Asking about maintenance routines helps parents understand how the center keeps play areas safe and well-maintained.
Related violations
Finding-specific

How do you ensure that all food items, including infant formula and milk, are properly labeled and stored according to safety guidelines?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records indicate several instances where food or formula was not properly labeled or stored during inspections between 2024 and 2026. This question helps parents understand the center's current food safety and organization procedures.
Related violations
Finding-specific

What steps does your team take to ensure all staff members are up-to-date on required training, such as fire safety and early literacy?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records show multiple findings related to staff training documentation between 2023 and 2026. Asking about this helps parents understand how the center tracks and maintains compliance with staff professional development requirements.
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