A ratio of [2] child care personnel for [12] children is required. A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [12] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR]
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At the time of the inspection, both 2-year-old classrooms had 12/2-year-olds to 1/staff. The director that is listed in the supplemental moved 1 child out of each 2-year-old classroom to the 4- & 5-year-old classroom during the inspection. TA was provided that the ratio for 2 -year-olds is 1 staff to 11 children. When arrived: children/age/staff. 12/3/1, 16/4&5/1, 12/3/1, 12/2/1, 12/2/1, 6/1/1, 4/infants/1. After moving children. 12/3/1, 18/3-5/2, 12/3/1,11/2/1, 11/2/1, 6/1/1, 4/infants/1.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Ratio Sufficient
Official code
03-01
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
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]
Report comments
At the time of the inspection, the rugs throughout the facility are in need of cleaning. TA was provided to have them cleaned by the due date. The provider was allotted move time on 12-2 so the due date was aligned with that non-compliance.
Correction status
Due by June 22, 2026
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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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed that the infant room and back restroom on the right side of the building have had water damage due to a backed-up drain to the air conditioner. The ceiling tiles are damaged and will need to be replaced and the carpet will need to be cleaned before the classroom will be able to be used. There is a hole in the wall behind the door in the back restroom on the far right of the building, the changing table is broken, the wall behind the door has a nail exposed and the drywall is broken and the tank to the toilet is cracked. Also, there is a metal stand in the restroom in the left side of the facility that is rusty, ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by June 22, 2026
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
Official code
12-02
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR]
Report comments
At the time of the inspection, both refrigerators had thermometers that were not in working order. TA was provided to get new batteries or new thermometers by the due date.
Correction status
Due by June 6, 2026
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FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
Official code
24-23
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The ground cover or other protective surface under the [large stationary play equipement. ] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
Report comments
At the time of the inspection, the l incensing specialist measured the mulch at the end of the slide and by the ladder and there was only 2- 4 inches. TA was provided that there must be 6 of resilient surface 6 in depth 6 ft out and around at all times. Mulch will need to be added by the due date.
The ground cover or other protective surface under the [large stationary play equipment with the slide and swings ] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
Report comments
At the time of the re-inspection, the resilient surface on the large stationary equipment with the slide and swings still did not have 6 inches of mulch. The mulch only measured 4 inches. TA was provided that the resilient surface must measure 6 inches in depth 6 ft out and around. More mulch will be needed before the due date.
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]
Report comments
At the time of the inspection, there is peeling paint in the middle classroom (2-year-olds) all along the bottom of the wall and peeling paint in several areas of the room. In the back restroom with the blue floor the floor is peeling in several areas. The door to the first restroom to the left back by the kitchen has peeling paint on the inside of the door also the flooring is rolling up and could be a tripping hazard. All areas will need to be sanded and painted, and the floor will need to be glued back down or replaced.
Correction status
Due by February 20, 2026
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
Official code
12-02
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
All rooms did not have sufficient lighting equivalent to 20 foot candles at three feet from the floor. CCF Handbook, Section 3.3.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
Report comments
At the time of the inspection, there are burned out bulbs in one lighting fixture in the 2-year-old classroom, and the lighting only measured 14.9 candle lights. TA was provided that all bulbs will need to be replaced by the due date. The lighting must measure 20 ft candles.
Correction status
Due by February 20, 2026
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 14 - Lighting, Temperature, and Ventilation
Official code
14-01
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
Report finding
Emergency preparedness drills were not conducted when children were in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.5, B (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed that the provider did not complete a weather drill or a lock down drill for the 24-25 licensure year. Ta was provided that both drills are required annually. The drills will need to be conducted by the due date.
Correction status
Due by January 31, 2026
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
Official code
23-15
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The ground cover or other protective surface under the [the large stationary play equipement with a slide.] 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, the licensing specialist observed that there were several areas around the large stationary play equipment that only had 2" of mulch. TA was provided that the resilient surface must measure 6" in depth 6 ft out and around all stationary equipment. The provider will need to add more mulch by the due date.
Correction status
Due by February 20, 2026
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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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
Report comments
At the time of the inspection, all staff except the 2 new staff listed in the supplemental did not complete the required refresher course. TA was provided the staff will need to complete the training before the due date.
Correction status
Due by February 20, 2026
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 35 - Communicable Disease Control
Official code
35-12
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
Report finding
There were no daily attendance records or they were unavailable for review by the licensing authority. CCF Handbook, Section 7, B.4 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
At the time of the inspection, the 1-year-old classroom did not have children signed in for January 19-21, the 3 /2-year-old classrooms, the 3-year-old classroom and the 4- & 5-year-olds classrooms did not have children signed in for today's date. The staff corrected the attendance rosters during the inspection. TA was provided that all children must be signed in right away when they arrive or signed out when they leave. The attendance roster must be correct at all times. ENFORCEMENT
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 the re-inspection, the licensing specialist observed that the wall in the 3 - & 4-year-old classroom had been taken down and the broken piece of wall had been removed. The doors to the 2-year-old classrooms are still broken and need to be repaired or replaced. TA was provided that the provider may want to use a thicker wood tor the door that continue to break. The door will need to be repaired or replaced by the due date.
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]
Report comments
At the time of the inspection, the white thin doors on the right side of the facility 2 are broken. Also, there is a wall in the 3- & 4-year-old classroom that is broken up by the front window. TA was provided to repair or replace the doors and the wall by the due date.
Correction status
Due by June 21, 2025
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
Official code
12-02
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the 40 hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement. CCF Handbook Section 4.2.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3)
Report comments
At the time of the inspection, the staff that is listed in the supplemental started in the industry on 1/8/24 and should have completed the DCF 40-hour training by 4/8/25 within 15 months. TA was provided that the staff has 15 months to complete the DCF 40 hours from date of industry. The staff completed the training on 4/26/25.
Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the 40 hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement. CCF Handbook Section 4.2.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3)
Report comments
At the time of the inspection, the staff listed in the supplemental started in the industry on 10/19/23 and should have completed the DCF 40 hours within 15 months by 1/17/24. The staff did not complete the training until 9/28/24.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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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 [the children were not signed in for today's date. The staff checked the children to the daily attendance during the inspection.].CCF Handbook, Section 7.5, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that the children in the 3-year-old classroom had not been added to the daily attendance for today's date. The staff added the children to the attendance during the inspection. TA was provided that all children must be added when they arrive. This attendance must reflect the number of children at all times. ENFORCEMENT
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]
Report comments
Last year's fire inspection was competed on 6/28/23 and expired 6/28/24 and this year was not completed until 9/16/24. TA was provided to schedule the fire inspector and have inspection completed before the previous inspection expires.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
Official code
23-02
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3)
Report comments
The staff listed in the supplemental started in the industry on 10/19/23 and did not start the DCF 40 hours until 5/8/24, and the second staff started in the industry on 2/12/24 and did not start the DCF 40 hours until 8/21/24. TA was provided that both staff did not start the required DCF 40-hour training in their first 90 days of industry.
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 10.7, number 1) Physical Environment [SR]
Report comments
At the time of the inspection, the tree root was not covered and was still a tripping hazard. The provider placed mulch over the root at the time of the inspection, placing this standard completed at the time of the inspection.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
Official code
17-01
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The ground cover or other protective surface under the [the large stationary euipment that has swings and a slide.] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D (Section 11.2, number 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
Report comments
At time of the re-inspection, the mulch did not measure 6" in depth 6 ft out and around. The provider added mulch during the inspection around the large stationary equipment and the resilient surface measured the required 6" in depth 6 ft out and around. This places this standard back into compliance.
Indoor and outdoor play areas were not inspected daily for basic health and safety and/or any problems were not corrected before the play area is used by children and/or daily inspection logs were not maintained for 12 months. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A
Correction / follow-up note
At the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist reviewed the facility's daily indoor/outdoor checklist and observed no entries. Technical assistance was given to the provider that the daily checklist must be used for indoor and outdoor play areas and must be inspected daily for basic health and safety and documented on a daily inspection log and any problems must be corrected before the play area is used by children.
Correction status
Due by July 24, 2024
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
Official code
12-19
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The facilitys outdoor play area contained litter, nails, glass or other hazards that posed a low potential for harm to children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed the facility still had multiple areas of landscaping material that posed a tripping hazard on the playground. Also, near the entry gate to the playground was a large tree root. Technical assistance was given to the provider to remove or cover with mulch prior to the due date.
Correction status
Due by July 24, 2024
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
Official code
17-01
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The ground cover or other protective surface under the [swings and slide] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed the swing set on the larger playground still did not have sufficient mulch located underneath. (areas measured 3 inches). Technical assistance was given to the provider to add more mulch prior to the due date. The Licensing Specialist observed the border around the equipment only measures 4 inches tall. A suggestion was given to the provider to replace the border with one that is a minimum of 6 inches tall to use as a visual clue when mulch is low/needed and was reminded it must be 6 feet away from the equipment in all directions and 6 inches in depth of mulch.
Indoor and outdoor play areas were not inspected daily for basic health and safety and/or any problems were not corrected before the play area is used by children and/or daily inspection logs were not maintained for 12 months. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A
Correction / follow-up note
At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed the facility's daily indoor/outdoor checklist and observed the last entry was dated 4/4/24. The provider was reminded that indoor and outdoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety and documented on a daily inspection log and any problems must be corrected before the play area is used by children.
Correction status
Due by June 16, 2024
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
Official code
12-19
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The facilitys outdoor play area contained litter, nails, glass or other hazards that posed a low potential for harm to children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed multiple areas of landscaping material that posed a tripping hazard on the playground. Technical assistance was given to the provider to remove or cover with mulch prior to the due date.
Correction status
Due by June 16, 2024
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
Official code
17-01
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
Inspections were not conducted and documented monthly of all supports, above and below the ground, all connectors, and moving parts. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B
Inspector notes
At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed the facility's physical environment log and observed the facility failed to complete any inspections year to date. Technical assistance was given to the provider that these checks must be completed monthly, documented on the physical environment log, retained for 12 months and available for review by licensing.
Correction status
Due by June 16, 2024
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SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
Official code
32-04
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The ground cover or other protective surface under the [swings and slide] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed the swing set on the larger playground did not have sufficient mulch located underneath. (areas measured 0 - 1/2 inches). Technical assistance was given to the provider to add more mulch prior to the due date. The provider was also reminded to rake the high traffic areas regularly to ensure the mulch remains at 6 inches in depth and 6 feet in perimeter and 6 feet in perimeter from the base of the equipment.
Correction status
Due by June 16, 2024
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SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
Official code
32-07
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
The facility did not have documentation to show child care personnel had begun the introductory training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.1
Report comments
At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed all staff files and determined that the staff listed on the supplemental did not start the required DCF 40 hour training within 90 days of employment/industry start date. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff start a class in Part 1 or Part 2 prior to the due date.
The facility did not have documentation to show child care personnel had begun the introductory training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.1
Report comments
At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed all staff files and determined that the staff listed on the supplemental had not started the required DCF 40 hour training within 90 days of employment/industry start date. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff start a class in Part 1 or Part 2 prior to the due date.
Correction status
Due by February 18, 2024
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TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-03
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
Report comments
At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed all staff files and determined that the staff listed on the supplemental did not have documentation of fire extinguisher training in their file and had been employed more than 30 days. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff complete prior to the due date. Additional technical assistance was given to the provider as a reminder that all child care personnel shall be trained in the use and operation of a fire extinguisher, at each facility they are employed, within 30 days of date of hire. The facility must maintain documentation in their file that all child care personnel have completed training.
Correction status
Due by February 18, 2024
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TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-09
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 the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed all staff files and observed the staff listed on the supplemental did not have documentation of training on the facilitys exposure plan. Technical assistance was given to the provider to review with the staff and document the training prior to the due date. Lastly, the provider was reminded that a refresher education of the facilitys exposure plan must be conducted with all staff annually.
Correction status
Due by February 18, 2024
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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 Record Keeping [SR]
Report comments
At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed all staff files and determined the staff listed on the supplemental had an expired Child Abuse & Neglect form in their file. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff sign a new form prior to the due date. The provider was reminded this form must be signed annually on or before the prior year's date.
Harmful items including cleaning supplies, flammable products, poisonous, toxic, and hazardous materials were accessible to children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B (Section 10, number 4) Physical Environment [SR]
Report comments
At the time of the inspection, in the 2-year-old classroom there were cleaning supplies accessible to children. (Lysol spray, spray bottle with Lysol and hand sanitizer). The provider put the bottles out of reach of children during the inspection.
Diaper changing procedure was not posted in the changing area and/or was not followed. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, L
Report comments
At the time of the inspection, the diaper changing procedure was not posted by the changing table in the infant room or the 2-year-old classroom. The provider added the procedure form at the time of the inspection.
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 including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the 40 hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement. CCF Handbook Section 4.2.1
Report comments
The staff listed in the supplemental started in the industry 5/12/22 and did not complete the DCF 40-hour training before being hired on 8/8/23. TA was provided to have the staff test on Part 2 which will complete the DCF 40-hour training. At the time of the inspection, 19 staff files were reviewed and updated in CARES.
Correction status
Due by October 19, 2023
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TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-01
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
The facility did not have documentation to show completion of a Department approved five-hour early literacy and language development course for child care personnel within 12 months of date of employment in child care industry and/or the early literacy course documentation was not uploaded in the Florida Pathways/Registry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.2 and 4.5, C
Report comments
The staff listed in the supplemental started in the industry on 5/12/22 and did not complete the required 5-hour literacy. TA was provided that the literacy must be completed in the first 12 months.
Correction status
Due by October 19, 2023
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TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-06
Low concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
The personnel/ volunteer (ten hours or more per month) record did not include a CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form signed annually. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, C (Section 19.4, number 3) Record Keeping [SR]
Report comments
The staff listed in the supplemental had expired Abuse and Neglects forms in their files. TA was provided that the abuse and Neglect form must be completed annually.
Areas of the facility were found to be in need of cleaning. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of the inspection the counselor observed classrooms with dirty air vents, an infant classroom with dirty baseboards, and the bathroom in the back of the facility with dirty floors/ under the sink was in need of cleaning. The provider was advised to ensure these areas were clean to maintain compliance of this standard.
Correction status
Due by June 16, 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 the inspection the counselor observed 2 toy cases that were in need of repair, the panel was coming off of one, and the paint was chipping off in classroom 3, the wall had paint peeling off in the infant classroom. The provider was advised to maintain these areas of the facility to ensure the compliance of these standards.
Correction status
Due by June 16, 2023
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
Official code
12-02
Higher concern: Hazardous access
Report finding
A potentially harmful item, [spray bottle], was not labeled as required. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B Physical Environment [SR]
Report comments
In several classrooms, spray bottles with clear liquid were not labeled. The owner who walked around with the counselor immediately labeled the spray bottles with the contents which read bleach water in each classroom that did not have them labeled. This was the infants' classrooms, and 2 year old classroom.
Harmful items including cleaning supplies, flammable products, poisonous, toxic, and hazardous materials were accessible to children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of the inspection the counselor observed the air freshner and shaving cream in the cabinet in the 2 year old classroom. The provider was advised to ensure that these items were out of the reach of children if there was no locked cabinet in the classroom. The provider removed the items that were toxic and poisonous to resolve the noncompliance of this standard.
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 Physical Environment [SR]
Report comments
At the time of the inspection, the linen on a crib in the infant classroom had stains on the surface. The provider changed the linen immediately, and the noncompliance was resolved at the time of the inspection.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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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 Food and Nutrition [SR]
Report comments
At the time of the inspection, the kitchen personnel was not wearing a hair net while preparing the meal for the facility. The counselor advised the personnel to wear one, and she immediately complied with the request to resolve the noncompliance of the standard.
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
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 the inspection, the counselor observed expired food in the refrigerator. Milk, carrots, bread crumbs, and shredded cheese was expired. The provider discarded the expired foods to resolve the noncompliance.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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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 Food and Nutrition [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of the inspection, the counselor observed a sippy cup in the infant classroom and a bottle in the kitchen waiting to be washed that did not include the first and last name is not included. The provider advised to label these sippy cups and bottles to maintain the compliance of this standard.
Correction status
Due by June 16, 2023
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FOOD AND NUTRITION - 28 - Bottles, Breastmilk, Formula and Infant Food
Official code
28-02
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
Hand hygiene procedures, including situations or times, were not posted in food preparation, diapering, and toileting areas. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.1, D
Report comments
At the time of the inspection the handwashing procedures were not posted in the infant classroom. The provider printed the procedures and reposted them to maintain compliance of the standard.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 29 - Health and Sanitation
Official code
29-16
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]
Report comments
At the time of the inspection, the 2 year old classroom did not have an impermeable surface (pad) on their changing table. The provider advised to ensure that the surface was changed to impermeable to maintain compliance of this standard.
Correction status
Due by June 16, 2023
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SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
Official code
30-06
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
Items unrelated to diaper changing were stored in the diaper changing area or placed on the diaper changing table/surface. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, G Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
Report comments
At the time of the inspection, the 2 year old classroom did not have related items to diapering on the table/surface. The provider removed the items non-related to diapering to maintain compliance of this standard. (q-tips, shirts, construction paper).
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
Official code
30-07
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The facilitys posted emergency information did not include the following: [ County Public Health Unit phone number]. CCF Handbook, Section 6.3, A Health Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of the inspection the counselor observed a list of emergency numbers that did not include the county public health number. The provider resolved this noncompliance when they added this number to the list to complete the numbers to maintain compliance of this standard.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 38 - Emergency Telephone Numbers
Official code
38-01
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), It did not indicate the results of all components included in DH Form 3040]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 Record Keeping [SR]
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At the time of the complaint the children listed on the supplemental page did not have a date on the physical record, the date was expired and not current, and a child was missing the physician's information on the back side of the form. The physical records were incomplete and the provider was advised to ensure they are ensuring the form submitted to them is completed with all information to maintain compliance of this standard.
The facility failed to maintain a current Employee/Contractor Roster for all child care personnel in the Clearinghouse. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, K
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The facility failed to maintain a current Employee/Contractor Roster for all child care personnel in the Clearinghouse. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, K • TA: FSC advised provider to complete updates by due date.
Correction status
Due by February 17, 2023
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RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
Official code
45-09
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 manage classroom staffing to ensure that ratios remain consistent throughout the day?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records show an inspection in May 2026 noted a moment where staffing ratios were not met in the two-year-old classrooms. Asking about current practices helps parents understand how the center monitors and maintains appropriate supervision levels.
Context
The finding was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your current process for ensuring that daily attendance records are accurate and up-to-date for every child?
Why ask this
Why ask this
The available inspection records show repeated concerns regarding attendance documentation in 2025 and 2026. This question helps clarify how the center ensures that all children are accounted for throughout the day.
Related violations
Finding-specific
Could you describe how you maintain the outdoor play area to ensure it remains a safe and well-kept environment for the children?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records indicate multiple inspections between 2024 and 2026 regarding the maintenance of outdoor equipment and protective surfaces. Understanding the center's routine maintenance schedule helps parents feel confident about the play environment.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps does your team take to ensure the facility remains in good repair and that any needed maintenance is addressed promptly?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Official inspection reports from 2024 through 2026 note various facility maintenance and repair needs. Asking about the center's approach to facility upkeep provides insight into how they prioritize and manage the physical environment.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you support your staff in completing their required training and professional development on time?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records from 2023 to 2025 show recurring findings related to the documentation of staff training requirements. This question helps parents understand the center's commitment to ensuring all personnel are up-to-date with their professional education.