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Mary's Little Lambs Enrichment Center

1030 Olive St, Lakeland, FL 33815

License:
C10PO0339
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:
100
License expiration:
March 25, 2027
Typical cost: $1,127 - $1,157 (Under 1)
Child’s age

$1,127 - $1,157/mo

Median daily rate: $52.00 - $53.40

Official Florida Division of Early Learning Polk County data.

Not this provider’s price.

Inspection snapshot

Recent higher-concern violation

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

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

Latest inspectionApril 16, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMarch 24, 2026

Summary

This summary covers 29 available inspections for Mary's Little Lambs Enrichment Center from March 23, 2023 through April 16, 2026.

17 inspections recorded violations, with 85 recorded violations in total.

The most recent higher-concern violation was on April 16, 2026 and involved staff-to-child ratio.

That higher-concern topic showed up in three inspections.

The available reports do not include a later inspection with no recorded violations after that violation.

At a glance

Total inspections
29

9 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
85

30 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
17

6 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
11

Last 36 months

Local comparison

29 total inspections vs 17 local median in 33815

Compared to 13 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
2.93
Local median
1.95

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
41%
Local median
21%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
59%
Local median
51%

Repeated topics

This provider
11
Local average
4.38

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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Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
Report finding
A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [20 ages three and four (maj.4)] children is required. A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [22 ages three, four and school age (maj.4)] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. General Requirements [SR]
Report comments
1 staff; 22 children ages three, four and school aged children (maj. 4) 1 staff; 4 infants and 6 children age one year old 1 staff; 19 children ages three, four and five years old 1 other staff Updated ratio 1 staff; 20 children ages three and four years old (maj.4) 1 staff; 4 infants 1 staff; 6 children ages one year old 1 staff; 19 children ages three, four and five years old 1 staff; 10 children school ages five through thirteen years old
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Ratio Sufficient
Official code
03-01
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Higher concern: Hazardous access
Report finding
A safety deficiency having a low potential for harm to the children in care was observed. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed several cords throughout the facility loose and accessible to children in care. In the breezeway covered area near the employee parking lot the specialist observed a black cord for a camera or speaker that was plugged into a pillar hanging loose wrapped around the pillar. The provider unplugged the cord and wrapped it tightly around the pillar higher out of reach of children at time of inspection. In the infant classroom near the air conditioning unit near the window the specialist observed an electrical outlet strip under the unit accessible to children and a white long cord tucked under a pack n play. Also, the in ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by April 10, 2026
More details
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
Official code
12-06
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 Licensing specialist observed the multiple pieces of litter on the ground of the playground. The provider immediately cleaned all of the litter from the playground at time of inspection and discarded of it. TA was provided to ensure that litter and other potential hazards are not present on the outdoor playground.
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
Report finding
The bedding available for children in care was not cleaned and/or sanitized at least once a week, and/or before use by another child. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1, G (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the cots in the multipurpose classroom observed with three year old and VPK children napping during nap time with large stains on the cots. TA was provided to ensure that the cots are cleaned and stains are eliminated by the due date.
Correction status
Due by April 10, 2026
More details
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 18 - Bedding and Linens
Official code
18-03
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
Report finding
The facility did not have a current and approved annual fire safety inspection by the local fire authority. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, A (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the facility did not have an approved fire inspection completed annually. The provider previously had a fire inspection dated 2/13/2025. The current fire inspection is dated 2/24/2026. The provider has an approved fire inspection, but it is completed late. TA was provided to ensure that the provider has an approved fire inspection completed annually. At the time of the inspection, Licensing counselor observed the providers last fire drill was conducted on__2/24/2026_________. The provider conducted a lockdown drill on_____11/3/2025________and a weather drill conducted on_________. The fire extinguishers were last ta ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
Official code
23-02
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed a couple of expired food items in the food preparation area of the facility. The yellow mustard was expired as of 3/15/2025. The sliced individual packaged cheese was expired as of 1/10/2026. The miracle whip was expired as of 4/28/2025. The slice roast beef was expired as of 1/27/2026. The provider immediately discarded of the food items at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the provider follows the recommendation of the expiration date set by manufacturers.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
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FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
Official code
24-18
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed a childs sippy cup in the mixed classroom of two and three year old children that was only labeled with the childs first name. Also, in the infant classroom the specialist observed two infants bottles also only labeled with the childs first name. The provider had staff to labeled all of the childrens cups and bottles provided from home appropriately at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that cups and bottles provided from home are labeled with the childs full first and last name.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
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FOOD AND NUTRITION - 28 - Bottles, Breastmilk, Formula and Infant Food
Official code
28-02
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Training [SR]
Report comments
At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist determined the provider failed to train the child care personnel listed on the supplemental in fire extinguishers within 30 days of employment at the facility. The staff started at the facility on 2/2/2026. TA was provided to ensure that the staff is trained on fire extinguishers by the due date.
Correction status
Due by April 10, 2026
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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 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
Report comments
At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist determined the child listed on the supplemental did not have an Immunization record on file. The child is enrolled at a pre K program inside of a Polk country school board elementary and transported to the facility for after care. The child started at the facility on 9/13/2022. The child left the facilitys care for VPK recently. TA was provided to ensure that the child has a current Immunization record by the due date.
Correction status
Due by April 10, 2026
More details
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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 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
Report comments
At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist determined the child listed on the supplemental did not have a medical physical on file. The child is enrolled at a pre K program inside of a Polk county school board elementary and transported to the facility for after care. The child started at the facility on 9/13/2022. The child left the facilitys care for VPK recently. TA was provided to ensure that the child has a current medical physical by the due date.
Correction status
Due by April 10, 2026
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RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
Official code
42-01
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Higher concern: Transportation
Report finding
The facility's transportation log did not include [required information missing. The 1st sweep and 2nd sweep conducted by staff on a few dates in the past few months were observed with no signature. ]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.2 General Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the facilitys walking transportation logs with required information missing. The 1 st sweep and 2 nd sweep conducted by staff on a few dates in the past few months were observed with no signature. TA was provided to ensure that transportation logs are completed to include all required information.
Correction status
Due by December 19, 2025
More details
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 05 - Transportation
Official code
05-04
Low concern: Administrative posting
Report finding
The facility's written plan of scheduled activities was not posted in a conspicuous place accessible to the custodial parents or legal guardians. CCF Handbook, Section 2.6 General Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed in the classroom with younger two year old children with no planned daily activity schedule posted to reflect their daily activities. The provider advised that they were in a one year old classroom today. The schedule posted was a one year old schedule. The provider immediately placed a daily schedule in the classroom at time of inspection appropriate for the children present. TA was provided to ensure that the daily activity schedule is posted in each classroom.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 09 - Planned Activities
Official code
09-03
Low concern: Administrative posting
Report finding
The facility used electronic media time with children younger than 2 years of age. CCF Handbook, Section 2.6, C General Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed one year old children watching Youtube, with Gracies corner video and music playing on an Ipad propped upright and the screen facing the children. The specialist reminded the staff that children under the age of two years old are not permitted to have media offered to them. The specialist further explained that the children can listen to the audio but can not have media. The staff immediately positioned the Ipad screen around away from the children at time of inspection, this way children can listen to the nursery rhymes. TA was provided to ensure that children under 2 are not offered media while in care.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 09 - Planned Activities
Official code
09-06
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
The hand washing station in the diapering area did not include [ disposable towels or properly installed hand drying machine]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, A Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the older two year old classroom diaper changing area handwash sink with no paper towels or properly installed hand drying machine. The provider immediately placed paper towels near the handwash sink designated diapering in the classroom at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the hand wash sink designated for handwashing is stocked with all essentials items to properly wash hands.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
Official code
30-02
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
Diaper changing occurred on a surface that was not impermeable. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, E Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed diapering mat in the infant classroom torn with tears causing the mat to not be impermeable. The provider immediately discarded of the mat at time of inspection. There was an impermeable mat stored in the classroom that the provider replaced torn the mat with. TA was provided to ensure that the diaper changing surface is impermeable.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
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SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
Official code
30-06
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]
Report comments
At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist determined that the child care personnel listed on the supplemental did not complete annual exposure plan training. The training was last completed on 11/4/2024. TA was provided to ensure that the exposure plan refresher training is completed annually and documentation is placed on file for Licensing to review.
Correction status
Due by December 19, 2025
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 35 - Communicable Disease Control
Official code
35-12
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 inspection, the Licensing specialist determined that the children listed on the supplemental had expired Immunization records on file. Child 1s form expired on 11/19/2025. Child 2s form expired on 11/7/2025. Child 3s form expired on 11/13/2025. Child 4s form expired on 11/7/2025. TA was provided to ensure that the children have current Immunization forms on file by the due date.
Correction status
Due by December 19, 2025
More details
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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
At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist determined that the child listed on the supplemental did not have a medical physical on file within 30 days of enrollment. The child has been enrolled since 9/23/2025. TA was provided to ensure that the child has a current medical physical on file by the due date.
Correction status
Due by December 19, 2025
More details
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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 Record Keeping [SR]
Report comments
At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist determined that the child listed on the supplemental had an expired medical physical. The form was last dated 12/8/2022 and is valid for two years. TA was provided to ensure that the child has a current medical physical on file by the due date. Specialist reviewed 13 newly enrolled childrens files as well as 16 additional childrens files of the 87 children enrolled in the facility. (Q-Z preschool by last name, 2 - SA, last name A)
Correction status
Due by December 19, 2025
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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 Record Keeping [SR]
Report comments
At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist determined that the child personnel listed on the supplemental did not have a Child Abuse and Neglect form signed annually on file. The staff last signed the form on 11/4 and 11/5/2024. TA was provided to ensure that the child care personnel have Child Abuse and Neglect forms on file by the due date. Specialist reviewed all 16 staff files.
Correction status
Due by December 19, 2025
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RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
Official code
44-04
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Higher concern: Supervision
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]
Correction / follow-up note
At the time of the complaint inspection, information obtained through interview, revealed that the teacher left a significant scratch mark on a child's arm when trying to redirect a child's behavior due to not listening to instructions. The teacher was suspended for 2 weeks and asked to obtain additional training hours on how to interact with children per the owner's request. The noncompliance was resolved as the teacher is no longer in direct supervision of the child's classroom. Owner/Director/Staff Responsible Comments Provider has no comment on this inspection ____________________________________________ Inspected by: Christin Ward Green 09/02/2025 _______________________ ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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RECORD KEEPING - 47 - Access/Child Safety
Official code
47-01
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Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
Report finding
A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [4 infant] children is required. A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [5 infant] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. General Requirements [SR]
Report comments
1 staff; 5 infants 1 staff; 6 children age one year old 2 staff; 13 children ages four and five years old 1 staff; 8 children ages two years old 1 staff; 9 children ages three years old 4 other staff New ratio - 2 staff; 5 infants 1 staff; 6 children age one year old 2 staff; 13 children ages four and five years old 1 staff; 8 children ages two years old 1 staff; 9 children ages three years old 3 other staff
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Ratio Sufficient
Official code
03-01
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 Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of reinspection, the Licensing specialist observed the facilitys outdoor play ground with small white-ish colored insects still in the resilient surface of mulch. The provider advised that she treated the mulch with a natural product however the insects are still present inner mixed in the mulch and soil. The provider dug near the stationary equipment of the 4 way seesaw, the airplane and the stationary bikes and the insects were present near all the equipment surrounded by mulch. The specialist observed what seemed to be more of the small insects this inspection. The specialist advised the provider to treat the soil and mulch to eliminate the insects with advisem ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by September 25, 2025
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
Official code
17-01
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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, the Licensing specialist observed multiple classroom during time of inspection that did not maintain temperatures 82 degrees or below. The large VPK classroom was observed physical hot and the specialist checked the temperature and it read at the highest 85.4. The children were outside on the playground and the specialist advised the provider to add a cooling unit to cool the classroom before the children return indoors. The provider immediately added a fan and placed the ceiling fan on the highest setting. The infant classroom during naptime was observed physically warm and the specialist checked the temperature, it read 85.2. The specialist advise ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by July 27, 2025
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 14 - Lighting, Temperature, and Ventilation
Official code
14-04
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The facilitys outdoor play area contained litter, nails, glass or other hazards that posed a low potential for harm to children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed small white like colored insects on the playground while checking the resilient surface of mulch. The insects were observed near the soil and in the mulch near stationary equipment. The provider looked up the insects and they closely resembled soil mites. The provider is encouraged to have the playground soil and resilient surface of mulch treated. The specialist advised the provider to not allow children on the outdoor playground until it is treated. TA was provided to ensure that the playground is treated and the small insects are eliminated by the due date.
Correction status
Due by August 22, 2025
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
Official code
17-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
Children were provided food that was not age appropriate and/or posed a choking hazard. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, B & C Food and Nutrition [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed a one year old child in the infant classroom in a highchair with a whole drumstick chicken bone in the mouth from the baked chicken in bone that was served for the childrens lunch. The specialist asked the staff to remove the chicken bone from the child immediately at time of inspection. The staff discarded of the bone at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that children are provided food that is age appropriate and does not pose a choking hazard for children in care.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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FOOD AND NUTRITION - 25 - Meals and Snacks
Official code
25-02
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 Food and Nutrition [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed a few childrens bottles and sippy cups either not labeled or labeled with the childs full first name and last initial. The provider immediately had staff label the bottles at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the childrens bottles and cups provided from home are labeled appropriately at all times.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
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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
Toys, equipment and/or furnishings were not maintained in a sanitary condition and not cleaned and sanitized or disinfected following exposure to bodily fluids. CCF Handbook, Section 3.11, B Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed a few plush toys to include a learning dog, blue stuffed elephant, green stuffed caterpillar and a white musical and numbers ball with tabs. in the infant and toddler one year old classroom that were heavily stained and needing to be cleaned. TA was provided to ensure that indoor toys and furniture are maintained in a sanitary manner.
Correction status
Due by August 22, 2025
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SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 31 - Indoor Equipment
Official code
31-05
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
At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist determined that the child care personnel listed on the supplemental has not complete required DCF introductory training. The staff was observed in direct supervision alone with one year old children on the playground during the time ratio was conducted. The provider advised that the staff was supposed to only help in the kitchen due to no training. The specialist reviewed the personnels 5131 background screening form which reflected the staff was child care personnel. The staff started in the industry at the facility on 3/15/2024. TA was provided to ensure that the staff obtains 40 hour training by the due date.
Correction status
Due by August 22, 2025
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TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-01
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
Report finding
The attendance roster did not accompany the group of children in that [specialist observed the mixed classroom of two and three year old children on the playground at time ratio was conducted. The specialist asked the staff to review the attendance roster and the staff replied she left attendance in the classroom].CCF Handbook, Section 7.5, A Record Keeping [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the mixed classroom of two and three year old children on the playground at time ratio was conducted. The specialist asked the staff to review the attendance roster and the staff replied she left attendance in the classroom. The classroom was headed back into the classroom leaving the playground. The specialist and provider went into the classroom of the same age group and observed the attendance roster not filled out accounting for any children in care. The specialist asked the staff to complete attendance and the staff completed attendance at time of inspection accounting for all children present. The specialist a ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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RECORD KEEPING - 46 - Daily Attendance
Official code
46-07
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Higher concern: Supervision
Report finding
An infant was observed being fed with a propped bottle. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4.4, C (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed an infant propped up on a soft play area holding a bottle feeding himself and falling asleep. The staff immediately picked up the infant to hold him while he finished a bottle. TA was provided to ensure that infants are held bottle feeding until they can sit up with proper head support. If the infant can support their heads and hold a bottle they must be placed in an appropriate feeding chair.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
Official code
04-08
Low concern: Administrative posting
Report finding
The facility used electronic media time with children younger than 2 years of age. CCF Handbook, Section 2.6, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the one year old classroom near infants watching Blippi on a computer screen at time ratio was conducted. The specialist asked the staff to turn off the video and close the laptop screen so toddlers do not have access to the media. The staff turned on Gracies corner educational songs and turned the computer screen to face the wall at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that children under the age of two are not offered media while in care.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 09 - Planned Activities
Official code
09-06
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the floor drains in both the childrens restroom not secured in place and able to move exposing a drain hole that can potentially cause a safety trip hazard for children in care. The specialist advised the provider that the drain covers need to be secured in place. In the VPK classroom, half of the light fixtures were observed with light bulbs out and needing to be replaced. TA was provided to ensure that the facility is in good repair by the due date.
Correction status
Due by April 11, 2025
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
Official code
12-02
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the first sink in the girls restroom used by children in care with no water and not in good operating condition. TA was provided to ensure that the sink is in good working condition by the due date.
Correction status
Due by April 11, 2025
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 21 - Restrooms and Bath Facilities
Official code
21-11
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of the inspection, Licensing counselor observed a few childrens bottles provided from home in the one and two year old classroom near the office with bottles labeled with only the childrens first names. The provider immediately labeled the bottles adding the childrens last name at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the childrens bottles provided from home are labeled appropriately to maintain compliance for this standard.
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
Toys, equipment and/or furnishings were not maintained in a sanitary condition and not cleaned and sanitized or disinfected following exposure to bodily fluids. CCF Handbook, Section 3.11, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of the inspection, Licensing counselor observed some plush stuffies and toys in the infants, one and two year old classrooms that need to be spot cleaned and were observed from stains. Also, in the one year old classroom the specialist observed a stuffed doll that was torn exposing the stuffing. The provider removed that toy from the classroom at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the childrens indoor toys are sanitary and cleaned by the due date.
Correction status
Due by April 11, 2025
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SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 31 - Indoor Equipment
Official code
31-05
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The ground cover or other protective surface under the [the metal cars with barrel, the blue airplane, the multicolored 4 way see saw, the red and blue slide with stairs and the stationary bikes with 5 to 5 inches in depth] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of the inspection, Licensing counselor observed some of the outdoor stationary equipment to include the metal cars with barrel, the blue airplane, the multicolored 4 way see saw, the red and blue slide with stairs and the stationary bikes with 5 to 5 inches in depth of mulch as resilient surface. TA was provided to ensure that the provider has 6 inches in depth and 6 feet in perimeter of mulch near the stationary equipment by the due date.
Correction status
Due by April 11, 2025
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SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
Official code
32-07
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Low concern: Administrative posting
Report finding
The facility didnt have a written plan of scheduled activities. CCF Handbook, Section 2.6 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR]
Report comments
At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist did not have a written schedule for planned activities in the school age classroom. The provider posted a school age schedule in the classroom at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the classroom has a schedule posted.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 09 - Planned Activities
Official code
09-01
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 Licensing specialist observed the ceiling fan in the three year old classroom with dust build up and needing to be cleaned. TA was provided to ensure that the area of the facility is cleaned by the due date.
Correction status
Due by December 19, 2024
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
Official code
12-01
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
A health deficiency having a low potential for harm to the children in care was observed. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed all the handwashing sinks in the boys restroom of the facility stained with rust. The specialist advised the provider that the sinks need to be treated with a rust remover to eliminate the rust. TA was provided to ensure that the rust is eliminated by the due date.
Correction status
Due by December 19, 2024
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
Official code
12-03
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed plastic bags stored on a low shelf on the diapering station in the two year old classroom, causing a potential suffocation hazard to children in care. The specialist advised the staff to move the plastic bags out of reach of children at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that hazardous material is not in reach of children making it accessible.
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
The bedding available for children in care was not cleaned and/or sanitized at least once a week, and/or before use by another child. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1, G (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the cots in the three year old classroom heavily stained with stains. The provider advised that the children sleep directly on cots and use a blanket while napping. The specialist advised that the cots need to be cleaned with a stain remover to ensure that the stains are removed from the cots. TA was provided to ensure that the cots are cleaned by the due date.
Correction status
Due by December 19, 2024
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 18 - Bedding and Linens
Official code
18-03
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 Licensing specialist observed the staff in the kitchen preparing food without a proper head covering. The specialist asked the staff if she had a hair net and reminded staff that while preparing food and or serving they must have a proper head covering. The staff placed a hair net on at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the staff in food preparation area wear a proper head covering while preparing food.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
Official code
24-13
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed bottles and sippy cups in the one year old classroom that were not labeled or labeled appropriately to include the first and last name of the child. The specialist reminded the staff that bottles and cups provided from home must be labeled with the childs full first and last name at all times. The staff labeled the cups at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that bottles and cups are labeled at all times with the childrens full first and last name.
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: Facility condition
Report finding
Items unrelated to diaper changing were stored in the diaper changing area or placed on the diaper changing table/surface. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, G (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed items unrelated to diapering stored on a diapering station in the two year old classroom. The specialist observed extra sleeping mats stored on the diapering station. The provider removed the mats at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that items not related to diapering are not stored on diapering stations.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
Official code
30-07
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
Diaper changing procedure was not posted in the changing area and/or was not followed. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, L (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed no diapering procedures posted near the diapering station in the three year old classroom. The provider immediately posted diapering procedures near the diapering station at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that diapering procedures are posted near diapering stations.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
Official code
30-14
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
Child care personnel did not complete preservice training requirements prior to unsupervised contact with or care of children or, if supervised, within 90 days of beginning employment or service with the provider. (Section 3.1 and 3.2 Training Requirements, Page 7) [SR]
Report comments
At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist determined that the child care personnel listed on the supplemental did not complete required School Readiness course by the due date provided 6/30/2024. As of todays date the staff has not completed the training. Staff obtained 40 hours required DCF training on 5/4/2024. TA was provided to ensure that the staff completes the required courses by the due date.
Correction status
Due by December 19, 2024
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TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-13
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 [facility failed to have parents acknowledge the brochure, Distracted drivers for the month of September 2024. ]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.3, C.5. (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the facility failed to have parents acknowledge the brochure, Distracted drivers for the month of September 2024. The provider sent an email blast to all parents of enrolled children to acknowledge both the Influenza and Distracted drivers brochure on 8/29/2024. The specialist advised the provider that the Distracted drivers brochure must be acknowledged by parents twice a year in the months of April and September each year. The provider had parents acknowledge the brochure but in the incorrect month. TA was provided to ensure that the brochure is acknowledged in the appropriate months each year for all enrolled chi ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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RECORD KEEPING - 43 - Enrollment Information
Official code
43-10
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Higher concern: Supervision
Report finding
Supervision of children in the [toddlers 1-2 year old age] group was inadequate in that [a child was bitten multiple times and the teacher was unaware of the incident]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 General Requirements [SR]
Report comments
At the time of the incident, information obtained during the investigation revealed a one year old child was bitten multiple times by a classmates and the teacher was unaware of the incident until the child's mother contacted the director and asked about the multiple bite marks on the child's arm. The child was bitten 3 times on their right arm, and was wearing short sleeve clothing that would have been visible to the teacher. The noncompliance was resolved because the child was withdrawn from the facility. The provider was advised to ensure that all teachers are supervising children in care.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
Official code
04-01
Medium concern: Incident records
Report finding
Child care personnel failed to document an accident or incident on the day that it occurred. CCF Handbook, Section 6.4, A Health Requirements [SR]
Report comments
At the time of the inspection, the incident report documented by the director states the incident report was written the day after once the parent/guardian made her aware that the child was bit. The incident report illicitly states the teacher witnessed a child being bit by a classmate over a toy that resulted in a mark. Provider advised to ensure that incidents are documented the day of to maintain compliance of this standard. Noncompliance was resolved once the incident report was written; child no longer in attendance.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 39 - Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation
Official code
39-03
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Low concern: Administrative posting
Report finding
The facility used electronic media time with children younger than 2 years of age. CCF Handbook, Section 2.6, C General Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed 1-year-old classroom in care watching television. Technical assistance was provided that electronic media for children under two years of age isn't permissible. Electronic media may only be used for educational purposes or physical activity for children two years of age and older for no more than 1 to 2 hours per day. This standard was brought back into compliance when the teacher turned off the television. •
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 09 - Planned Activities
Official code
09-06
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Low concern: Administrative posting
Report finding
The facility used electronic media that was not for educational purposes or for physical activity for children 2 years of age and older. CCF Handbook, Section 2.6, C General Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the school aged children in the big room watching Minions movie during nap time. The provider observed a few children sleeping and some children watching the movie on the television. The counselor advised the provider that media used must be for educational purposes. The provider immediately turned off the movie at time of inspection and turned on Blippi arts and crafts. TA was provided to ensure that media offered to children in care are used for educational purposes.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 09 - Planned Activities
Official code
09-07
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, the counselor observed the facilitys girls restroom near the kitchen across from the pavilion from the office with a toilet that was removed due to not operating. The counselor advised that the toilet has been removed for awhile and needs to be replaced or repaired. The provider advised that she will look into replacing the toilet due to the cost of repair being too expensive. TA was provided to ensure that the toilet is replaced or repaired by the due date.
Correction status
Due by August 22, 2024
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 21 - Restrooms and Bath Facilities
Official code
21-11
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
A freezer was observed without a thermometer or with a thermometer showing a temperature reading greater than 0 degrees Fahrenheit. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, F.1.
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the freezer containing dessert food items for children in care next to the one year old classroom and infants with no thermometer present. The counselor advised the provider that the upright refrigerator/freezer combo was missing a thermometer in the freezer section. The provider immediately placed a thermometer in the freezer at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that a thermometer is placed in freezers.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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FOOD AND NUTRITION - 25 - Meals and Snacks
Official code
25-08
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
Bottles and/or formula were heated in a microwave oven. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.7, D
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the bottles used for the infants stored in a refrigerator premade. The provider advised that parents pre make the bottles and they warm them as needed. The counselor asked the provider how the bottles are warmed and the provider advised that staff warms the bottles in a microwave placed outside the infant classroom in the office. The counselor advised that the provider can not warm bottles in the microwave and offered other appropriate warming devices. The provider stated that she will order a bottle warmer to use and advised that for the rest of the day they will warm infants bottles in the food preparation area using hot wat ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by August 22, 2024
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FOOD AND NUTRITION - 28 - Bottles, Breastmilk, Formula and Infant Food
Official code
28-11
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
Diaper changing occurred on a surface that was not impermeable. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, E Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the infants, one and two year old classroom with diapering mats that were torn with holes exposing the cushion material causing the mats to not be impermeable. The provider immediately replaced all three mats at time of inspection with brand new diaper changing mats. TA was provided to ensure that the diapering mats are impermeable at all times.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
Official code
30-06
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The ground cover or other protective surface under the [the mulch measuring to 5 inches near the 4 way red, blue, and green seesaw, 5 inches near the stationary blue airplane, 5 inches near the red and blue slide with steps and also 5 and a half inches near the stationary bikes. ] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the facilitys playground with the resilient surface of mulch not maintained. The counselor observed the mulch measuring to 5 inches near the 4 way red, blue, and green seesaw, 5 inches near the stationary blue airplane, 5 inches near the red and blue slide with steps and also 5 and a half inches near the stationary bikes. TA was provided to ensure that the provider adds mulch by the due date to meet the requirement of 6 inches in depth and 6 feet in perimeter by the due date.
Correction status
Due by August 22, 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 required in-service training during the states fiscal year beginning July 1 and ending June 30. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.7 Training [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the child care personnel listed on the supplemental with less than 10 hours documented on the required in-service log for the current year 7/1/2023-6/30/2024 on file. The provider added training that the staff took within the current year and documented on the staffs logs at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the In service log is complete with at least 10 in service hours by the end of the current year for child care personnel.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-07
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Low concern: Administrative posting
Report finding
The facility used electronic media that was not for educational purposes or for physical activity for children 2 years of age and older. CCF Handbook, Section 2.6, C General Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the mixed age groups of two, four and five year olds in the multi purpose room waking up from nap time and watching the movie, Hotel Pennsylvania on the television in transition to have snack. The counselor advised the provider that children must be provided with educational electronic media while in care. The staff immediately turned the movie off and switched it to, The magic school bus. TA was provided to ensure that the children in care are offered media that is educational or related to a current lesson plan.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 09 - Planned Activities
Official code
09-07
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
Correction / follow-up note
At the time of reinspection, the counselor determined that the child care personnel listed on the supplemental has still not completed part 2 of required DCF introductory training. Staff must complete training course Understanding Developmentally Appropriate Practices. Then test out for part 2 of training to obtain 40 hours. The counselor, staff and provider reviewed training overview and discussed the course that staff has to take and then test out. The counselor answered all of provider and staffs questions and the provider and staff both advised they had no questions. TA was provided to ensure that staff completes training specified above and obtains 40 hours by the due date.
Correction status
Due by May 15, 2024
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TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-01
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Higher concern: Sleep safety
Report finding
A minimum distance of 18'' was not maintained between each napping/sleeping space. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.2, C (Section 10.4, number 3) Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the counselor observed children not spaced 18 inches apart in the two year old classroom as well as the three year old classroom. The counselor advised provider that children must be 18 inches apart while napping. The provider moved children around and properly spaced children at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that children are spaced 18 inches apart while napping.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 19 - Nap/Sleep Space Requirements
Official code
19-02
Higher concern: Sleep safety
Report finding
The nap/sleep space interfered with exit areas. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.2, E
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the counselor observed a child in the two year old classroom sleeping in front of the area leading to an exit door. Counselor advised provider that children can not nap where they are interfering with an exit door. The staff moved the child to the other side of the classroom at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that children do not interfere with exit doors during nap/sleep.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 19 - Nap/Sleep Space Requirements
Official code
19-05
Higher concern: Sleep safety
Report finding
Child/ren were placed in a crib, playpen, play yard or other sleeping and napping bedding with items that could pose a strangulation or suffocation risk. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.4, A
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the counselor observed an infant in a play pen on their back with a pacifier clipped with a string onto the infant on the right side of the shift and the pacifier was on the left side of the infants body causing the string to be placed around the babys throat causing a strangulation hazard. The provider immediately removed the pacifier from the infant at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that no potential strangulation or suffocation hazard is placed in cribs, play pens or any other sleeping or bedding setting for children in care.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 20 - Crib Requirements
Official code
20-06
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
Garbage containing food waste was not disposed of in a leak proof, nonabsorbent container with a tight fitting lid. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.1, A.8. (Section 17.1, number 1) Food and Nutrition [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the counselor was observed with a garbage can in the cafeteria that did not have a tight fitted lid. The counselor advised that food preparation area garbage cans where food items are discarded must be covered with a tight fitting lid. The provider advised that they will replace the garbage can. TA was provided to have a garbage can with a tight fitting lid by the due date.
Correction status
Due by April 12, 2024
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FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
Official code
24-11
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the 40 hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement. CCF Handbook Section 4.2.1
Report comments
At the time of inspection, the counselor determined that the child care personnel listed on the supplemental did not complete required introductory DCF training within 12 months of starting in the industry. The staff started in the industry on 2/27/2023 and has not obtained 45 hours of child care training. TA was provided to ensure staff has completed required training by the due date.
Correction status
Due by April 12, 2024
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TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-01
Higher concern: Medication
Report finding
A prescription or non-prescription medication, specifically [Nystatin and Destin], was dispensed without written authorization from the custodial parent or legal guardian. CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, A and K (Section 16, number 1) Health Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the counselor determined that prescription and non prescription diaper rash cream was used on children in care in both the infant classroom and one year old classroom without a medical authorization on file signed by the parents. A prescription medication, Nystatin 100,000 units per gram was observed in the infant classroom and the staff stated she has recently applied it on the child. Destin was observed in the one year old classroom, staff also stated she uses it as needed. TA was provided to ensure that a medical authorization form is on file and signed by the parents by the due date.
Correction status
Due by March 22, 2024
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 40 - Medication
Official code
40-01
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]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the child listed on the supplemental an expired medical physical form on file. The form is dated 3/6/2021 and expires as of 3/6/2023. Counselor reminded the provider that the form is good for two years from the date signed. TA was provided to ensure provider has a current medical physical form on file by the due date.
Correction status
Due by April 12, 2024
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RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
Official code
42-02
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Higher concern: Transportation
Report finding
The facility did not maintain a log for all children being transported in a vehicle. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.2 A General Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the counselor determined that the provider is doing walking transportation with after school, school age children within the program, but has not documented transportation logs accounting for the children in care being walked to the facility in the afternoons after school. Provider stated that she did not know she was doing transportation but has always had school age children and stated they have done this routine for the past few years. Counselor advised provider of the requirements for transportation which included walking transportation. TA was provided to ensure that the provider is documenting transportation log in its entirety starting today ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by November 27, 2023
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 05 - Transportation
Official code
05-02
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
Areas of the facility were found to be in need of cleaning. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the counselor observed all the refrigerators and freezers throughout the facility in need of cleaning. Counselor also observed the air conditioning vents in the three year old classroom with dust build up in need of cleaning. Counselor also advised provider that diaper changing area need to be wiped down to include storage shelves. As well as crayon marks were observed on the wall in the classroom of the one year old children that needs to be wiped clean. TA was provided to ensure that the areas are cleaned by the due date.
Correction status
Due by December 13, 2023
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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 inspection, the counselor observed doors to the three classrooms near the office on the one year old and infant side of the facility with paint chipping in need of repainting.
Correction status
Due by December 13, 2023
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
Official code
12-02
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
Report finding
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 Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the evacuation routes posted throughout the facility with one route noted. Counselor advised that two routes need to be posted on the evacuation plan by the due date. TA was provided to ensure that routes are posted on all evacuation plans.
Correction status
Due by December 13, 2023
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
Official code
23-10
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
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, counselor observed formula powder in the children's cubbies and a jog of bottled water. Counselor asked the staff in the infant room who prepares the infants bottle, staff replied that parents provider the formula and the provider provides the jug of water and the teacher mixes the infant formula bottle as needed throughout the day. Counselor advised that mixing bottles of formula is food preparation and if this takes place in the classroom that the food prep area must meet all of the food prep requirements as specified in the Child care facility handbook. Counselor advised provider of the requirements and offered suggestions of other ways to mix bo ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by December 13, 2023
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FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
Official code
24-02
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
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the counselor observed food items expired in the kitchen. The frozen ham sandwich meat expired as of 8/24/2023, the frozen yogurt was expired as of 6/9/2023, the mustard was expired as of 7/11/2023, the relish was expired as of 9/26/2023 and the mayonnaise was expired as of 2/15/2023. Provider immediately discarded of the food items at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that provider follows the recommended manufacturers freshness date.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
Official code
24-18
Low concern: Administrative posting
Report finding
The facility's menu was not [ did not have substitutions noted]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, H
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the facilitys menu not noted with substitutions offered prior to offering the food to children. The counselor observed the children in care eating baked chicken, yellow rice and peas with wheat bread with milk. The menu read children were supposed to have baked chicken, baked beans, green beans and bread with milk. Provider immediately noted the menu with substitutions and is aware that changes need to be noted on posted menus prior to serving to children. TA was provided to ensure that the current menu is noted with substitutions as applicable.
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: Facility condition
Report finding
Diaper changing occurred on a surface that was not impermeable. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, E Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of the inspection, the counselor observed the infants and the one year old classroom with diaper changing mats that were torn and not impermeable. Provider immediately replaced the mats at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that diaper changing mats are impermeable and are not torn.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
Official code
30-06
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The ground cover or other protective surface under the [Stationary outdoor equipment ] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the counselor observed all stationary anchored playground equipment with less than 6 inches of resilient surface of mulch. The counselor advised the provider of areas near stationary equipment that needs mulch added to meet 6 inches in depth and 6 ft perimeter of a resilient surface. TA was provided to ensure that the mulch is added by the due date.
Correction status
Due by December 13, 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 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 [Acknowledged in the wrong month August of 2023 and not September]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.3, C.5.
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the Distracted driver brochure that provider sent as a mass email to all enrolled children's parents email address on 8/24/2023. Counselor advised that the distracted driver brochure must be acknowledged by parents in the month of September 2023. TA was provided to ensure that the provider acknowledge the brochure in the appropriate month of September each year. Counselor reviewed all 6 newly enrolled children files as well as 20 active school age children files who attended summer 2023 and current afterschool children for the current year of the 80 children enrolled at the facility. Counselor also observed mass email provider ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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RECORD KEEPING - 43 - Enrollment Information
Official code
43-10
Low concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
The personnel/ volunteer (ten hours or more per month) record did not include a CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form signed annually. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, C Record Keeping [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the child care personnel listed on the supplemental had a Child Abuse and Neglect form that was not signed annually. Provider immediately had the staff sign a current form and placed it on file. TA was provided to ensure that staff has a current Child Abuse and Neglect form on file for review annually. Counselor reviewed all17 staff files.
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: Equipment or readiness
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The facility did not provide shade on the playground. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, C Physical Environment [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
The facility did not provide shade on the playground. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, C • TA: FSC advised provider to complete by due date.
Correction status
Due by August 14, 2023
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
Official code
17-03
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Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
Report finding
A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [20] children is required. A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [23] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. General Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
On May 2, 2023, the facility was observed to have 1 Child Care Personnel to 23 children (3-year-old to 5-year-old) inside a classroom. The Child Care Personnel inside the classroom and Director admits to being out of ratio due to a breakdown in communication. Technical assistance was provided to revisit and study Child Care Personnel to child ratio. Also, to always adhere to correct ratio. At the time of inspection, ratio was as follow. Infants 4:1 Child Care Personnel • Infants 1-year-old 4:2 Child Care Personnel • 1-year-old 6:1 Child Care Personnel • 2-year-old 6:1 Child Care Personnel • 2-year-old 11:1 Child Care Personnel • 3-year-old 4-year-old 20:1 Child Care Personnel ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Ratio Sufficient
Official code
03-01
Higher concern: Sleep safety
Report finding
The bedding available was not safe and poses a threat to the health, safety or well-being of a child in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1 Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, Counselor observed a infant sleeping in a bouncer and a swing. Technical assistance was provided to ensure all children in care have age-appropriate sleep bedding. Sleep bedding includes beds, cribs, or mattresses. This standard was brought back into compliance when provided removed the infants from the bouncer and swing. •
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 18 - Bedding and Linens
Official code
18-02
Higher concern: Sleep safety
Report finding
Child/ren were placed in a crib, playpen, play yard or other sleeping and napping bedding with items that could pose a strangulation or suffocation risk. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.4, A
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, Counselor observed infants asleep with bibs on and infants covered with blankets inside a swing and bouncer. Technical assistance was provided that all personnel that care for infants must follow safe sleep practices and infant napping shall not have items that could pose a strangulation, suffocation, or other hazards risk. This standard was brought back into compliance when provider removed the bibs and blanket from the infants. •
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 20 - Crib Requirements
Official code
20-06
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Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The ground cover or other protective surface under the [blue plane, yellow car, blue driving apparatus, tricycle merry-go-round, and multicolored jumping seesaw] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D (Section 11.2, number 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of the renewal inspection, the counselor observed the playground, and the mulch was not at least 6 inches deep and 6 feet around the perimeter for the blue plane, yellow car, blue driving apparatus, tricycle merry-go-round, and multicolored jumping seesaw. Technical assistance was provided to ensure mulch is at least 6 inches deep and at least 6 feet around the perimeter.
Correction status
Due by April 3, 2023
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SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
Official code
32-07
Medium concern: Incident records
Report finding
Child care personnel failed to share the accident/incident form with the custodial parent/ legal guardian or the individual authorized to pick up child on the day that the incident occurred. CCF Handbook, Section 6.4, B & D (Section 15.1, number 2)(Section 15.1, number 4) Health Requirements [SR]
Report comments
At the time of the renewal inspection, the counselor reviewed 26 children's files out of 80 enrolled and determined that 2 children did not have incident reports signed by the parent/legal guardian. Technical assistance was provided to ensure the parent/legal guardian is notified of the incident the day that it occurred.
Correction status
Due by April 22, 2023
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 39 - Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation
Official code
39-04
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
At the time of the renewal inspection, the counselor reviewed 26 out of 80 enrolled children's files and determined that the child listed on the supplemental has an expired student health examination. The date on the examination was 11/17/2020. It is over 2 years old. Technical assistance was provided to ensure all student health examinations are up to date.
Correction status
Due by April 22, 2023
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RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
Official code
42-02

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

How does your team ensure that staff-to-child ratios are consistently maintained throughout the day, especially during transitions?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records show that recent inspections have identified instances where the number of children in a classroom exceeded the required staff-to-child ratio. This question helps parents understand the current processes in place to ensure proper supervision levels are always met.
Context
The most recent finding regarding staff-to-child ratios was corrected at the time of the inspection.
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Finding-specific

What steps do you take to identify and remove potential hazards, such as loose cords or small items, from classrooms and common areas?

Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report noted that items like loose electrical cords were found in areas accessible to children. Asking this helps parents understand the center's routine safety checks and how they keep the environment secure.
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Finding-specific

Can you walk me through your current process for documenting walking transportation to ensure all required information is captured?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records show that there have been challenges with maintaining complete transportation logs for children being walked to the facility. This question allows parents to learn how the center now tracks and verifies these movements.
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Finding-specific

How does the center support and train teachers in positive behavior management and supervision techniques?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from multiple inspections indicate concerns regarding supervision and interactions between staff and children. This question helps parents understand the center's approach to staff training and how they maintain a supportive environment for all children.
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Finding-specific

What is your process for ensuring that all children's health records, such as physicals and immunization forms, are kept up to date?

Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report noted that some student health and immunization records were not current. This question helps parents understand how the center tracks these important documents to ensure they remain compliant and up to date.
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