The ground cover or other protective surface under the [The stationary swing set connected to the wooden play equipment the mulch measured to 5 inches in depth. The red metal bus the mulch measured to also 5 inches in depth] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the resilient surface of mulch near the stationary equipment on the older childrens playground that did not measure to 6 inches in depth within the 6 feet perimeter. The stationary swing set connected to the wooden play equipment the mulch measured to 5 inches in depth. The red metal bus the mulch measured to also 5 inches in depth. The specialist encouraged the provider to rake the mulch from other areas of the playground to add an inch to each area. The provider has more than enough mulch and needs to ensure that it is maintained to meet required 6 inches in depth and 6 feet in perimeter. The provider immediately ... [truncated]
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
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed a small area of the green outdoor faux grass torn and folded causing a tripping hazard. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that the playground and items on the playground are safe and in good repair. This standard was brought back into compliance when provider removed the faux grass. •
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
Official code
17-01
Medium concern: Facility condition
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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
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed a clipboard and pointer on the changing inside the 1-year-old classroom. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that only items related to diapering should be on the table changing table. This standard is brought back into compliance when the items were removed from the changing table. •
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
Official code
30-07
Medium concern: Health or food records
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The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1
Correction / follow-up note
At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the child listed on the supplemental had an expired immunization forms on file. Technical assistance was given to the provider to obtain a current form from the parent/guardian prior to the due date. Additional technical assistance was given regarding FL shots. The provider was given the link to their website and how to register to view FL shot records. The link given was: www.flshotsusers.com and the provider was reminded to go to the bottom of page under schools & licensed child care providers to register.
The facility did not have documented proof of an annual fire inspection by the local fire authority. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, A
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the provider's annual fire inspection was completed on 5/9/2025. The facility's previous inspection was completed on 4/5/2024. The specialist advised the provider that the fire inspection must be completed annually. The inspection was completed but it was late. TA was provided to ensure that the facility completes an annual fire inspection. At the time of the inspection, Licensing counselor observed the providers last fire drill was conducted on _____5/9/2025________. The provider conducted a lockdown drill on _____12/19/2024________ and a weather drill conducted on _________. The fire extinguishers were last tagged ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
Official code
23-01
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
The facility did not have documentation to show child care personnel had begun the introductory training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.1
Report comments
At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist determined that the child care personnel listed on the supplemental failed to start a training course from the required DCF introductory training within 90 days of working in the industry. The staff started in the industry on 12/26/2024 but did not start a training course until 4/4/2025. The staff started a course but late. TA was provided to ensure that child care personnel begin a training course from part 1 or part 2 DCF training within 90 days of working in the industry.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-03
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
The facility does not have documentation for all child care personnel on required annual refresher education of the facilitys exposure plan. CCF Handbook, Section 6
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed that staff 1 listed on the supplemental did not complete exposure plan training initially before starting at the facility. The staff started at the facility on 2/14/2025 but complete exposure plan training on 3/15/2025. The specialist determined that staff 2 did not complete exposure plan training. The staff started at the facility on 2/7/2025. The provider immediately had the staff complete the training at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that child care personnel complete exposure plan training initially and annually and place on file for Licensing to review.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 35 - Communicable Disease Control
Official code
35-12
Low concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
The personnel/ volunteer (ten hours or more per month) record did not include a CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form signed annually. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, C
Report comments
At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist determined that the child care personnel listed on the supplemental failed to sign the required Child Abuse and Neglect form annually. The following staff signed the form but late. Staff 1 last signed the form on 5/9/25 but previously signed the form on 4/4/24. Staff 2 last signed the form on 5/12/25 but previously signed the form 4/10/24. Staff 3 last signed the form on 5/9/25 but previously signed the 4/4/24. Staff 4 last signed the form on 5/12/25 but previously signed the form on 4/10/24. TA was provided to ensure that the child care personnel sign to acknowledge the Child Abuse and Neglect form annually.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
Official code
44-04
Higher concern: Background screening
Report finding
Child care personnels Level 2 documentation was incomplete in that [ A copy of out-of-state child abuse and neglect registry search is missing., A copy of out-of-state sexual offender/predator registry search is missing.]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1, D, E, and F
Report comments
At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist determined that the provider failed to initiate an out of state screening search for the child care personnel listed on the supplemental for Sexual offender and Child Abuse and Neglect registry. The staff previously lived out of state in MA in 2023 and prior years. The provider immediately initiated the search for sexual offender from MA and placed results on file at time of inspection. The provider also advised she will work on initiating the search for Child Abuse and Neglect registry for the staff from the state of MA. TA was provided to ensure that the provider initiates an out of state screening for both sexual offender ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by June 27, 2025
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RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
Bottles and/or sippy cups brought from home were not labeled with childs first and last name. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.5, B
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed childrens water bottles in the mixed age two and three year old classroom that were not labeled appropriately. The bottles were labeled with either the childs first name only or an initial and last name. The specialist advised the provider that the water bottles must be labeled with the childrens full first and last name at all times. The provider labeled the bottles and cups appropriately at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the childrens bottles and cups provided from home are labeled with the childrens full first and last names.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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FOOD AND NUTRITION - 28 - Bottles, Breastmilk, Formula and Infant Food
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
Inspector notes
At the time of reinspection, the Licensing specialist observed the red metal fire truck with paint still chipping and needing to be repainted. The provider advised that they have fast drying spray paint and repainted it at time of inspection while the children were napping and will not go outside until later in the afternoon. The counselor advised that the provider must ensure that the equipment is dry prior to children accessing the playground. The provider stated she understood, the provider spray painted the equipment with quick drying paint at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the equipment is in good repair and the potential hazard of paint chipping is eliminated.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
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
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the wood outdoor play equipment with slides and swings with nails protruding in the roof on the equipment left side closest to the building which causes a hazard to children in care. Also, the counselor observed the red metal fire truck with paint peeling and needing to be sanded down and painted. TA was provided to ensure that the potential hazard is eliminated by the due date.
Correction status
Due by November 1, 2024
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
Official code
17-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
Bottles and/or sippy cups brought from home were not labeled with childs first and last name. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.5, B
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the counselor observed a childs water bottle placed on a cabinet in the back VPK classroom that was not labeled with the childs name. The counselor advised the provider that childrens water bottles and cups provided from home must be labeled with the childs first and last name. The provider immediately labeled the water bottle with the childs full first and last name. TA was provided to ensure that the water bottles and cups are labeled appropriately.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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FOOD AND NUTRITION - 28 - Bottles, Breastmilk, Formula and Infant Food
Official code
28-02
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The ground cover or other protective surface under the [yellow swings attached to the wood equipment 2 inches of mulch, the stationary multicolored caterpillar tires on both playgrounds with 4 and 1 inch of mulch, the plastic climbing equipment with red slide with 5 inches of mulch and the green metal car with also 5 inches of mulch.] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the facilitys playgrounds with the resilient surface of mulch not measuring to 6 inches in depth near stationary equipment. The counselor observed under the yellow swings attached to the wood equipment 2 inches of mulch, the stationary multicolored caterpillar tires on both playgrounds with 4 and 1 inch of mulch, the plastic climbing equipment with red slide with 5 inches of mulch and the green metal car with also 5 inches of mulch. TA was provided to ensure that the resilient surface of mulch is added to the areas by the due date.
Correction status
Due by November 1, 2024
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SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
Official code
32-07
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
The facility does not have documentation for all child care personnel on required annual refresher education of the facilitys exposure plan. CCF Handbook, Section 6
Report comments
At the time of inspection, the counselor determined that the child care personnel listed on the supplemental did not have documentation on file of completed exposure plan training. The staff started at the facility on 9/16/2024. TA was provided to ensure that the training is completed and documented on file by the due date.
Correction status
Due by November 1, 2024
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 35 - Communicable Disease Control
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
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the counselor observed both the back and front VPK classrooms with tables used as workspace for children in care with lighting that did not reach 50 foot candle lighting. Also, a table in the three year old classroom was observed not reaching 50 foot candle lighting. The back VPK classroom measured lighting at one table with 36.4 lighting, the middle classroom measured at 41.5 lighting. Also, the last table measured at 40.9 lighting. In the three year old classroom the table near the back VPK classroom measured at 39.9 lighting. As well as in the front VPK classroom the table closest to the window measured at 33.7 lighting. The provider immediately ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 14 - Lighting, Temperature, and Ventilation
Official code
14-02
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
Meals and/or snacks supplied by the facility did not meet the daily nutritional needs of the children in care in that [ the three year old classroom eating colored goldfish and water]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, B
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the children in the three year old classroom eating colored goldfish and water. The goldfish was stored in a plastic container with a white scoop to distribute. The counselor advised the provider that snack must include at least two different food groups and must also be nutritious. The counselor verbally offered suggestions on snack examples that include two different food groups. The provider stated that she understood. TA was provided to ensure that children in care are offered at least two different food groups for snack daily.
Correction status
Due by July 10, 2024
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FOOD AND NUTRITION - 25 - Meals and Snacks
Official code
25-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
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A refrigerator was observed without a thermometer or with a thermometer showing a temperature reading greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, F.1.
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the thermometer in the back refrigerator used to store children in cares lunch with a temperature reading at almost 50 degrees Fahrenheit. The counselor placed a new thermometer in the refrigerator door and the counselor waited let it reach temperature and rechecked the temperature and it read 63 degrees. The counselor checked the temperature later in the inspection with the infrared thermometer and it read 48 on the right side and 46 on the middle shelf. The counselor moved the thermometer to the top shelf towards the back of the refrigerator and remeasured the temperature towards to end of the inspection and the temperature ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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FOOD AND NUTRITION - 25 - Meals and Snacks
Official code
25-07
Low concern: Administrative posting
Report finding
The facility's menu was not [ was not posted at the beginning of each week in an easily seen place, was not planned, was not written]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, H
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the children in care in the two and three year old classroom eating snack. The children in care all had the same snack per classroom. The counselor asked the provider who provides the snack food item and the provider stated they are donations. The counselor asked the provider who donates the food item and the provider stated the parents. Per the director a student from each classroom donates the snack items for the week for their classroom. The counselor advised the provider that the facility needs a snack menu posted at the beginning of each week for the snack items that we provided per classroom to include am/pm for all snac ... [truncated]
A minimum distance of 18'' was not maintained between each napping/sleeping space. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.2, C
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the counselor observed in the two and three year old classroom children that were napping but were not 18 inches apart. Counselor advised the staff that the children needed to be 18 inches a part. Counselor suggested that the staff move the table furniture over to allow more floor space. Staff moved the children further apart once the table was moved and more than 18 inches were from child to child at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the children in care are spaced 18 inches apart while napping at all times.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 19 - Nap/Sleep Space Requirements
Official code
19-02
Medium concern: Facility condition
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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
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the diaper changing station in the two and three year old classroom with items in present that were not related to diapering. The counselor observed art supplies and books present. Counselor advised the staff that items not related to diapering should not be present on diaper changing stations and asked for the items to be removed. Staff immediately removed the items at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that no unrelated items are stored on diaper changing stations.
The facility's emergency evacuation plan did not include a diagram of safe routes and was not posted in each room. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.5, E
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the facility's evacuation plans only showing one primary safe route displayed. Counselor advised provider that an alternate route should also be posted on all evacuation plans throughout the facility. TA was provided to ensure that evacuation plans have two safe routes documented by the due date.
Correction status
Due by November 3, 2023
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
Official code
23-10
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
The facilitys refrigerator and/or freezer does not have an appropriate thermometer. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, F.1
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the counselor observed mini black refrigerator freezer combo in the two year old classroom without a thermometer present in the freezer portion. Provider immediately placed a thermometer in the freezer. TA was provided to ensure that a thermometer is placed in each refrigerator and freezer throughout the facility.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
Official code
24-23
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
Bottles and/or sippy cups brought from home were not labeled with childs first and last name. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.5, B
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the counselor observed in the two year old classroom multiple sippy cups that were not labeled with the childs first and last names. Provider immediately labeled all of the childrens cups with their first and last names. TA was provided to ensure that all bottles and sippy cups brought from home are labeled with the childs first and last names. Staff should label the bottles and sippy cups if the parents are not.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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FOOD AND NUTRITION - 28 - Bottles, Breastmilk, Formula and Infant Food
Official code
28-02
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The ground cover or other protective surface under the [wood equipment with swings ] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the wood equipment with yellow swings and two slide was observed with 4 inches of mulch on the older childrens playground. TA was provided to ensure that all stationary equipment meets the required 6 inches in depth and 6 feet in perimeter and is maintained at all times.
Correction status
Due by November 3, 2023
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SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
Official code
32-07
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 [Form was signed in acknowledged in July 2023]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.3, C.4.
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the counselor determined that the child listed on the supplemental did not have an acknowledged Influenza brochure acknowledged in the appropriate month of September of August of 2023. TA was provided to ensure that an Influenza brochure is acknowledged in the appropriate months annually for all children in care. Counselor reviewed all 15 newly enrolled children's files out of the 43 children enrolled at the facility. Counselor also observed both brochures complete for Distracted drivers completed 09/2023 and Influenza 08/2023.
Child Care personnel, who were not in compliance with training requirements when they left the industry, did not complete required training and any new mandated training before returning to the industry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.3, B
Report comments
Child Care personnel, who were not in compliance with training requirements when they left the industry, did not complete required training and any new mandated training before returning to the industry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.3, B. • TA: FSC advised provider Child Care personnel must complete required training by due date. •
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 describe the process for ensuring background screenings for staff are fully documented, especially when they have lived in other states?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records show an official inspection report from May 2025 noted that out-of-state background screening documentation was incomplete for a staff member. This question helps parents understand how the center manages personnel records and screening requirements.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your current routine for checking and maintaining the depth of the mulch on the playgrounds?
Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from June 2026 indicates that the protective ground cover on the playground was not maintained at the required depth. Asking about the current maintenance routine helps parents understand how the facility ensures play areas remain in good condition.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you ensure that all outdoor play equipment is regularly inspected and kept in good repair?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records show that equipment maintenance has been a recurring topic in multiple reports over the past few years. This question allows the director to explain the current process for monitoring playground safety and addressing repairs.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps are taken to ensure that all required health and immunization records for children are kept up to date?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records indicate that health and food record documentation, including immunization forms, has been a repeated topic across several inspections. This question helps parents understand how the center tracks these important health documents for all enrolled children.
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General question
How does the center communicate with families about daily routines and any changes in classroom policies?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Clear communication helps parents stay informed about their child's daily experiences and any updates to center operations. Understanding the communication style of the director and staff provides insight into how the facility partners with families.