Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 2.22
- Local median
- 2.12
Foundation Of Love Academy LLC
2195 E Georgia St, Bartow, FL 33830
- License:
- C10PO0351
- 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, Night Care, Transportation
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 6:30AM to 11:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 38
- License expiration:
- November 3, 2026
Typical cost: $1,127 - $1,157 (Under 1)
Child’s age
$1,127 - $1,157/mo
Median daily rate: $52.00 - $53.40
Official Florida Division of Early Learning Polk County data.
Not this provider’s price.
Inspection snapshot
Recent higher-concern violation
At least one higher-concern violation appears in the last 12 months.
Next: Read reports, examine repeated topics below, look at the broader history, and ask what changed afterward.
Latest inspectionJune 17, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsApril 2, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 27 available inspections for Foundation Of Love Academy LLC from March 3, 2023 through June 17, 2026.
14 inspections recorded violations, with 60 recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on June 17, 2026 and involved attendance accountability, with a due date of July 17, 2026.
Transportation was a higher-concern topic that 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
- 27
- Recorded violations
- 60
- Higher-concern violations
- 13
- Repeated topics
- 7
6 in last 12 months
22 in last 12 months
6 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
27 total inspections vs 19 local median in 33830
Compared to 21 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 30%
- Local median
- 29%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 52%
- Local median
- 50%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 7
- Local average
- 5.29
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Staff training
Appeared across 8 inspections, with 10 recorded violations.
March 4, 2024July 2, 2024October 31, 2024February 28, 2025March 31, 2025June 4, 2025February 2, 2026March 12, 2026Health or food records
Appeared across 6 inspections, with 10 recorded violations.
March 4, 2024July 2, 2024February 28, 2025March 31, 2025February 2, 2026June 17, 2026Equipment or readiness
Appeared across 5 inspections, with 7 recorded violations.
February 28, 2025June 4, 2025October 16, 2025March 12, 2026June 17, 2026Facility condition
Appeared across 5 inspections, with 9 recorded violations.
July 2, 2024February 28, 2025October 16, 2025February 2, 2026June 17, 2026Emergency preparedness
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
July 2, 2024February 28, 2025Hazardous access
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
October 16, 2025February 2, 2026Transportation
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
March 20, 2025June 17, 2026Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
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, Licensing Specialist observed the transportation log on 6/3/26 was missing the time off the van. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that the transportation logs are completed in its entirety. This standard was brought back into compliance •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 05 - Transportation
- Official code
- 05-02
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The vehicle alarm installed was not in working condition. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 General Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the facility transportation vehicle Nissan NV 3500 SL tag Z71-DPE alarm did not sound. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that the transportation vehicle alarm is in working order. Transport vehicles alarm working properly. Ford Transit 350 XLT tag 38E-ZSB •
- Correction status
- Due by July 17, 2026
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 07 - Vehicle Requirements
- Official code
- 07-06
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 Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the lighting throughout the facility was checked: Room 1 (capacity 18) measured between 8.31 to 109.6 candle foot. • Room 2 (capacity 6) measured between 9.78 to 75.1 candle foot. • Room 3 (capacity 3) measured between 9.70 to 54.0 candle foot. • Room 4 (capacity 11) measured between 6.65 to 67.8 candle foot • Classrooms with capacity of 3, 6, 11, and 18 did not have appropriate candle foot. Technical assistance was provided that all areas of the facility must have lighting that provides adequate illumination and comfort for facility activities, a minimum of 20 foot-candles of lighting is required. Lighting must be sufficient to allow for adequa ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by July 17, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 14 - Lighting, Temperature, and Ventilation
- Official code
- 14-01
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, Licensing Specialist observed the play pen used for the children in care side mesh was torn posing a safety risk the child in care. Technical assistance was provided that each child in care must be provided safe and sanitary bedding to be used when napping or sleeping.
- Correction status
- Due by July 17, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 18 - Bedding and Linens
- Official code
- 18-02
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. Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist did not observe the refrigerator/freezer inside kitchen did not have a thermometer inside freezer. Technical assistance was provided that an accurate thermometer designed to measure cold storage temperature must be placed inside each refrigeration and freezer unit.
- Correction status
- Due by July 17, 2026
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 25 - Meals and Snacks
- Official code
- 25-08
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- A resilient surface was not provided beneath and within the fall/use zone for [grey Lifetime play structure and the yellow school bus and the two see-saw ]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the stationary equipment (grey Lifetime play structure) with less than 6 inches of ground cover or protective surface in the fall zone area. Also, the yellow school bus and the two see-saw with less than 6 feet distance in all direction from the other structures. Technical assistance was provided that permanent or stationary playground equipment must have a fall/use zone that extends a minimum of 6 feet in all directions from the perimeter of the equipment. All types of ground cover must be maintained to provide resilience and reduce the incidence of injuries to children in the event of falls and a minimum of 6 inches i ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by July 17, 2026
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-06
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, Licensing Specialist determined that the Child Care Personnel did not have a current exposure plan training on file. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all Child Care Personnel have a current exposure plan on file.
- Correction status
- Due by July 17, 2026
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 35 - Communicable Disease Control
- Official code
- 35-12
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- Child care personnel failed to ensure arrival and departure times were complete and accurate at the time of arrival or departure. CCF Handbook, Section 7.5, B Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the sig-in/sign-out log for May 2025 and June 2026 missing the times the children arrived/departure times. The log only had the parent/guardians signature and not the actual time the children arrived. Technical assistance was provided the custodial parent or guardian may document the time when his/her child enters and departs the child care facility or program. However, child care facility personnel are responsible for ensuring that attendance records are complete and accurate. ENFORCEMENT
- Correction status
- Due by July 17, 2026
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 46 - Daily Attendance
- Official code
- 46-03
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility had an inadequate number of child care personnel appropriately trained in CPR to maintain coverage both on-site and on field trips. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4, B Health Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of reinspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the facility did not have adequate number of child care personnel appropriately trained in CPR to maintain coverage on-site. Technical assistance was provided that the facility shall maintain appropriate number of Child Care Personnel with the CPR certification as defined in Child Care Facility handbook.
- Correction status
- Due by April 11, 2026
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 36 - CPR Requirements
- Official code
- 36-03
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facility did not have an adequate number of child care personnel appropriately trained in first aid to maintain coverage both on- site and on field trips. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4, B Health Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of reinspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the facility did not have adequate number of child care personnel appropriately trained in first aid to maintain coverage on-site. Technical assistance was provided that the facility shall maintain appropriate number of Child Care Personnel with the first aid certification as defined in Child Care Facility handbook.
- Correction status
- Due by April 11, 2026
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 37 - First Aid Requirements
- Official code
- 37-02
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, Licensing Specialist observed the VPK classroom (capacity of 11) was not clean. There was a pile of sand and toys all around the classroom and on the floor. Technical assistance was provided that all child care facilities must be clean, in good repair, free from health and safety hazards and from evidence of, or presence of, vermin infestation. This standard was brought back into compliance when provider cleaned the classroom.classroom was cleaned, back into compliance.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- 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, Licensing Specialist observed the handwashing portable sink inside the 1year old classroom not to be properly installed. When Licensing Specialist attempted to check the sink, water began running onto the floor due to the drain tube not being in good repair. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that the facility is in good repair.
- Correction status
- Due by March 4, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- The floor mats available for children in care were not covered with an impermeable surface. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1, D Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed several torn, ripped, and stained cots for the children in care. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all nap mats are in good repair and with impermeable surface.
- Correction status
- Due by March 4, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 18 - Bedding and Linens
- Official code
- 18-06
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 inspection, Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental were preparing lunch inside the kitchen without head covering. The Child Care Personnel was cutting up watermelon and washing dishes. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that head covering is used while preparing food.
- Correction status
- Due by March 4, 2026
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-13
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- Poisonous/toxic or cleaning products were not stored separately from food. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, C Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed a Child Care Personnel preparing food in the kitchen on the counter next to a pile of book sand and kids paint. Technical assistance was provided that poisonous toxic chemicals or cleaning products must be stored separately from food. Products must not be stored on shelves above food preparation areas and or food products intended for human consumption, unless placed in bins that are impermeable. This standard was brought back into compliance when provider removed the items from the counter.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-20
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, Counselor observed children in the 1-year-old classroom eating chicken sandwich cut in half. The sandwich was more than ? inches. Technical assistance was provided that toddlers must have their food cut a half an inch or smaller to prevent choking. This standard was brought back into compliance.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 25 - Meals and Snacks
- Official code
- 25-02
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 Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist did not observe a diaper changing procedure near the wall mounted diapering area inside the bathroom near the classroom with capacity of 18. Technical assistance was provided to ensure diaper changing procedures are posted.
- Correction status
- Due by March 4, 2026
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
- Official code
- 30-14
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility had an inadequate number of child care personnel appropriately trained in CPR to maintain coverage both on-site and on field trips. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4, B Health Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the facility did not have adequate number of child care personnel appropriately trained in CPR to maintain coverage both on-site. Technical assistance was provided that the facility shall maintain the following number of Child Care Personnel with the CPR certification and first aid training that are always on site at the facility children are in care. This standard was brought back into compliance when Director and another Child Care Personnel arrived.
- Correction status
- Due by March 4, 2026
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 36 - CPR Requirements
- Official code
- 36-03
No recorded violations in this report
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, Licensing Specialist observed the VPK classroom (capacity of 11) was not clean. There was a pile of sand and toys all about the classroom and on the floor. It appeared the classroom was not clean the day prior. Also, there was a sink fully of dirty dishes from the day before. Technical assistance was provided that all child care facilities must be clean, in good repair, free from health and safety hazards and from evidence of, or presence of, vermin infestation. This standard was brought back into compliance when provider cleaned the classroom. •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-01
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- A potentially harmful item, [cleaning chemical], was not labeled as required. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed two spray bottle in the kitchen with unknown cleaning chemical that was not labeled. It was later determined the spray bottle contained cleaning solution. Technical assistance was provided to ensure all harmful chemicals are labeled. This standard was brought back into compliance when Provider labeled the spray bottle. • Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all areas and surfaces accessible to children must be free from plastic bags, etc. •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 13 - Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons
- Official code
- 13-01
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Bedding and/or linens were not stored in a sanitary manner. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1, G & H (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed several beddings (blankets) stored with other children not stored in a sanitary manner. Technical assistance was provided that bedding and linens, when not in use, must be stored in a sanitary manner which prevents the spread of germs or lice from other linens. Not Monitored Comments At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist did not observe naptime. •
- Correction status
- Due by November 15, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 18 - Bedding and Linens
- Official code
- 18-12
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 inspection, Licensing Specialist observed a toy inside the bathroom near the infant restroom. Also, several furnishings (chairs, bouncers, highchairs) were stained and dirty. The stains appear to be fluid. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that toys are not stored in the restroom that are used for children use. Also, Toys, equipment, and furnishings must be safe and maintained in a sanitary condition following a routine schedule of cleaning, sanitizing and disinfecting. These items must be cleaned and sanitized or disinfected immediately or prior to another childs use if exposed to bodily fluids, such as saliva.
- Correction status
- Due by November 15, 2025
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 31 - Indoor Equipment
- Official code
- 31-05
No recorded violations in this report
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The facility did not have 35 square feet of usable floor space per child for the number of children observed in care. The facility had a capacity of [11 children in the VPK/School age] based on 35 square feet and [12 children] children were observed in care. CCF Handbook , Section 3.4.2, D Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed 12 children, ages 4 - school age in the VPK/school age classroom. The provider moved a child into the 3- & 4-year-old classroom placing the facility back into compliance for this standard. Technical assistance was given to the provider as a reminder that classroom ratios may not be exceeded at any time.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 15 - Licensed Capacity
- Official code
- 15-03
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 Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed the facility's physical environment log and observed the facility failed to complete an inspection during the month of May 2025. 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 July 3, 2025
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-04
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Documentation of in-service training was not recorded on CF-FSP Form 5268, Child Care In-service Training Record. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.7, B [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed all staff files and determined that the staff listed on the supplemental had completed sufficient in-service training for 2023 -2024, but not all courses were documented on the in-service log, form CF-FSP 5268. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff document on the log prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by July 3, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-08
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- The facility failed to maintain a current Employee/Contractor Roster for all child care personnel in the Clearinghouse. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, K Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed the facility's employee/staff roster through the Clearinghouse and observed the staff listed on the supplemental is not showing as current/permanent on the facility's roster. The provider updated the roster while the licensing specialist was still present placing the facility back into compliance for this standard.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-09
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
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]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the reinspection, the licensing specialist observed the staff listed on the supplemental did not take the transportation safety pre-service course. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff start/complete the course prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by April 30, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-13
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]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the reinspection, the licensing specialist reviewed a new staff file 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 April 30, 2025
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 35 - Communicable Disease Control
- Official code
- 35-12
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The facility's transportation log did not include [child's information]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.2 General Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, it was learned that a child was able to slip on the facilitys van that did not attend the facility. The driver stated that when alerted about the incident she immediately pulled over and found the two children that attended the facility sitting behind the seat as she remembers, but also checked and saw a child not enrolled sitting in the last row. She admitted the child must have slipped through her's and the school personnel's sight onto the van. The child was immediately returned to the school within 10-15 minutes. Technical assistance to always have each child logged prior to transportation and accurately check them on the van when they get i ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 05 - Transportation
- Official code
- 05-04
No recorded violations in this report
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 the inspection, the licensing specialist observed the rear wall on the playground side was dirty and needed to be cleaned/pressure washed. Technical assistance was given to the provider to clean the wall prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by March 27, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-01
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facilitys outdoor play area contained litter, nails, glass or other hazards that posed a low potential for harm to children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed the following: a) an area of the front fencing near where the sign is hanging has come unattached form the pole causing a gap between the fencing and the support pole b) multiple area of trash/debris/plastic/landscape fabric was observed c) the multi-colored teeter totter has a fabric cover under the supporting coils below the seats that was frayed/torn d) the metal decorative pole near the door to the playground is rusted and needs to be sanded/painted e) the yellow school bus equipment has missing/chipped paint on the top rail that needs to be sanded/repainted Technical assistance was given to the provider to ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by March 27, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-01
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- Fire drills conducted during the licensure year did not include the following [alternate routes during the facility's prior licensing year.]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.4, C (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed the facility's fire drill log and observed the facility failed to utilize an alternate route for fire drills during the facility's prior licensing year. All drills were completed using the front entrance. Technical assistance was given to the provider to complete a fire drill using an alternate route prior to the due date. The provider was reminded that fire drills are to be completed at various dates and times and at a minimum, one fire drill using an alternate evacuation route, one fire drill during napping/sleeping times and one fire drill in the presence and at the request of the licensing authority. The las ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by March 10, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-07
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The play equipment was not maintained in a safe or sanitary condition for the children to use in that [a piece of equipment was observed not in good condition.]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B and F (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed what appeared to be a book station with a plastic type covering that was peeling/missing sections of the material in multiple places. The provider removed the equipment while the licensing specialist was present [placing the facility back into compliance for this standard. Additional technical assistance was given to the provider to add more toys (can be balls, equipment, hula hoops, etc.) to the playground that is suitable to each childs age and development and of a quantity for each to be involved in activities.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-03
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The ground cover or other protective surface under the [yellow school bus and teeter totter] 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 the yellow school bus and teeter totter did not have sufficient mulch located underneath. (areas measured 4 - 4 1/2 inches). Technical assistance was given to the provider to add more mulch prior to the due date. Additional technical assistance was given to the provider to use the wooden border along the playground as a visual guide in helping to determine when mulch is needed. The border measured 4 inches in height.
- Correction status
- Due by March 27, 2025
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-07
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]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed all staff files and determined that the staff listed on the supplemental did not complete the required pre-service training prior to being alone with the children and was observed in a classroom alone with children. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff start and complete pre-service training or all of DCF part 1 courses including passing the tests prior to the due date. The provider was reminded that staff who have not completed the 45 hours DCF training must complete all pre-service courses or all Part 1 DCF classes and pass tests prior to unsupervised contact with children.
- Correction status
- Due by March 27, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-13
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Child care personnel who completed ELFL health and safety modules did not complete additional DEL-approved health and safety training by required date. (Section 3.2.A.2.a. and 3.2.C Training Requirements, Page 7) [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed all staff files and determined that the staff listed on the supplemental did not complete 1 of the 2 new required pre-service classes that was required by June 30, 2024. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff start/complete prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by March 27, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-17
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed the child listed on the supplemental had an expired immunization record in their file. Technical assistance was given to the provider to obtain a current form from the parent/guardian prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by March 27, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-02
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Child(ren) did not have a Student Health Examination/DH (Form 3040), or an equivalent health statement on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed the children listed on the supplemental were missing a health record in their file and had been enrolled more than 30 days. Technical assistance was given to the provider to obtain a current form from the parent/guardian prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by March 27, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
- Official code
- 42-01
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Child care personnel who completed ELFL health and safety modules did not complete additional DEL-approved health and safety training by required date. (Section 3.2.A.2.a. and 3.2.C Training Requirements, Page 7) [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the staff listed in the supplemental did not complete the SR health and Safety training. TA was provided that this SR training was required to be completed by all staff by June 30, 2024.
- Correction status
- Due by November 30, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-17
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 10, number 1) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the restroom off the 2 - & 3-year-old classroom has water damage on the baseboards in the corner by the sink, also there is a tile missing by the tub and there is rusty area exposed. TA was provided to repair the tile area and to repair and paint the water damaged baseboards.
- Correction status
- Due by August 1, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- During the facilitys licensure year, fire drills utilizing the approved alarm system were not conducted monthly at various dates and times when children were in care [and one was not conducted in the month of June.]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.4, A (Section 14.3, number 2), (Section 14.3, number 1) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, there was not a fire drill conducted in the month of June. A fire drill was conducted with the Licensing Specialist during the inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-06
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Stored food was not consumed or discarded on or before the expiration date listed by the manufacturer. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, B
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, there was a container of mayo that expired 1/9/24 and salad dressing that expired 4/12/24. The provider discarded the items during the inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-18
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the 40 hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement. CCF Handbook Section 4.2.1
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the staff listed in the supplemental did not completed the DCF 40 hours. She started in the industry on 3/28/23 and started her training on 6/28/23 and should have completed the required training on 6/28/24.
- Correction status
- Due by August 1, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-01
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documentation to show child care personnel had begun the introductory training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.1
- Report comments
- The staff listed in the supplemental started in the industry on 2/12/24 and did not start the DCF 40-hour training until 6/26/24. The other staff started 2/20/24 and has not started the required DCF 40-hour training. TA was provided that the DCF 40-hour training is required to be started in the first 90 days of hire.
- Correction status
- Due by July 31, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-03
No recorded violations in this report
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
- At the time of the inspection, the staff listed in the supplemental started in the industry on 2/3/23 and should have completed the required 5-hour literacy by 2/4/24. TA was provided that the 5-hour literacy is required in the first 12 months of industry.
- Correction status
- Due by April 3, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-06
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Child(ren) did not have a Florida Certification of Immunization (DH Form 680) or a Religious Exemption from Immunization (DH Form 681), on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1, B (Section 19.2, number 2) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time pf the inspection, the child listed in the supplemental did not have an immunization form in the file. The child was enrolled 9/29/23.
- Correction status
- Due by April 3, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Child(ren) did not have a Student Health Examination/DH (Form 3040), or an equivalent health statement on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2, C (Section 19.2, number 1) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the child listed in the supplemental did not have a health form in their file. The child was enrolled 9/29/23.
- Correction status
- Due by April 3, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
- Official code
- 42-01
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 an Abuse and Neglect form dated 2/3/23. TA was provided that the Abuse and Neglect are required annually. At the time of the inspection, 8 staff files were reviewed and updated in CARES.
- Correction status
- Due by April 3, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-04
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Medication
- Report finding
- A prescription or non-prescription medication, specifically [liquid feeding bag], 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]
- Report comments
- At the time of the re-inspection, the provider was dispensing a feeding tube with a liquid feeding bag. The parent had given the instructions on how to administer but there was not a written statement giving any authorization.
- Correction status
- Due by August 10, 2023
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 40 - Medication
- Official code
- 40-01
Higher concern: Medication
- Report finding
- The facility did not maintain a record for each child who received medication while in care. CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, F (Section 16, number 6) Health Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- The child listed in the supplemental had been given his external feeding bag but there was no documentation of when he received it. TA was provided that this must be documented each time the child is fed. TA 6.5 Medication Child care programs are not required to give medication; however, if a program chooses to do so, it must comply with the following requirements: The facility must maintain a record for each child receiving any medications that documents the full name of the child, the name of the medication, the date and time the medication was given, the amount and dosage, and the name and signature of the person who gave the medication. This record must be initialed or si ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by August 30, 2023
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 40 - Medication
- Official code
- 40-11
Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
- Report finding
- A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [4] children is required. A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [5] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. (Section 3, numbers 1 9) General Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, there were 5 children in the 1-year-old classroom and 1 child was an infant with 1 staff. Another staff returned to the classroom making it completed at the time of the inspection. children/age/staff. 6/school age/1. 15/2-3/1. Majority 3 year olds. 1 infant, 5/1/1. 3/infants, 1/5/1. Then: School agers left. 15/2-3/2. 1/infant, 5/1/2. 3/infants, 1/5/1.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Ratio Sufficient
- Official code
- 03-01
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documentation to show child care personnel had begun the introductory training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.1
- Report comments
- The two staff listed in the supplemental started in the industry on 3/28/23 and 2/3/23 and did not start the required DCF 40-hour training in their first 90 days.TA was provided that the staff has 90 days to start the required DCF 40-hour training.
- Correction status
- Due by August 4, 2023
More details
- Report section
- 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
- The staff listed in the supplemental started 3/28/23 and has not completed the required Fire extinguisher training. TA was provided that the staff must complete this training in her first 30 days.
- Correction status
- Due by August 4, 2023
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-09
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Program personnel did not complete training requirements prior to unsupervised contact with or care of children, or if supervised, within 90 days of beginning employment or service with the program. (Section 18.1) Training [SR]
- Report comments
- The staff listed in the supplemental started in the industry 3/28/23 and did not complete the required SR training in her first 90 days.
- Correction status
- Due by August 4, 2023
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-13
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- Child records or copies of records were not being maintained at the facility and available for review by the licensing authority. CCF Handbook, Section 7.3, A (Section 19.2, number 7),(Section 19.4) Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, 2 children that are listed in the supplemental did not have a file maintained at the facility. TA was provided that all children have to have a file with all the required information for review. At the time of the inspection, the provider stated they have 40 children enrolled. All new and a total of 16 children's files were reviewed from A-L.
- Correction status
- Due by August 4, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 43 - Enrollment Information
- Official code
- 43-01
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- The facilitys fencing walls or gate area had gaps that could allow children to exit the outdoor play area. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, F (Section 10.8, number 2) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the fencing post has more than a 5" gap between the pole and building and could allow access. TA was provided to put a board up or move the pole to close the gap. TA was provided that there can't be more than a 3" gap.
- Correction status
- Due by March 13, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-06
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The ground cover or other protective surface under the [the yellow school bus, the 5 seater bike go round and the larger 4 seated bouncer and the smaller 4 seat bouncer] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D (Section 11.2, number 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the yellow school bus, the 5-seater bike go round, and the large 4-seater bouncer and the small 4 seated bouncer do not have more than 4 inches of resilient surface. TA was provided that the stationary equipment requires 6 inches of resilient surface 6 feet out and around.
- Correction status
- Due by April 2, 2023
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-07
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documented proof that all child care personnel were trained and knowledgeable within 30 days of date of hire in [ safe sleep practices and shaken baby syndrome, the use of fire extinguishers]. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.3 and 4.2.5
- Report comments
- The staff listed in the supplemental date of hire was 2/3/23 and has not completed the required Fire extinguisher training or safe sleep practice in the first 30 days of hire.
- Correction status
- Due by April 2, 2023
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-09
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documented proof that child care personnel participating in the transportation of children were trained on safe transportation practices prior to participating in transportation of children. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.6
- Report comments
- There are three staff that are signing for 2nd visual sweep that have not completed the transportation safety training. TA was provided that all staff involved in transportation must complete the required transportation safety training.
- Correction status
- Due by April 2, 2023
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-10
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The facility did not have a fully-completed enrollment form (CF-FSP Form 5219) or equivalent form for the child(ren) in care. CCF Handbook, Section 7.3 (Section 19.2, number 7) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- The children listed in the supplemental had a date of enrollment of 2/6/23 and 2/27/23 and the enrollment forms were not completed or signed by the parents.
- Correction status
- Due by April 2, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 43 - Enrollment Information
- Official code
- 43-02
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
Can you walk me through the current process for ensuring that daily arrival and departure times are accurately recorded for every child?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from a June 2026 inspection indicate that arrival and departure times were not consistently recorded for children. This question helps confirm that the facility has updated its procedures to ensure accurate attendance tracking.
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Finding-specific
What steps are taken to ensure that all naptime equipment, such as playpens and mats, are regularly inspected and maintained in good condition?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from June 2026 noted concerns regarding the condition of playpen mesh. Asking this helps parents understand the current maintenance schedule for sleeping equipment.
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Finding-specific
How do you verify that transportation vehicle alarms are functioning correctly before each trip?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records from June 2026 show a finding related to a vehicle alarm not sounding during an inspection. This question allows the provider to explain the current safety checks in place for transportation.
- Context
- Correction due date is 7/17/2026.
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Finding-specific
What is your current process for ensuring that all cleaning supplies and toxic materials are stored securely and away from food preparation areas?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from multiple inspections, including February 2026 and October 2025, show findings related to the storage of cleaning products. This question helps parents understand how the facility currently manages the separation of these items.
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Finding-specific
How do you ensure that all staff members are up-to-date on their required training, including CPR and first aid certifications?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Official inspection reports from several dates, including March 2026 and February 2026, indicate instances where staff training documentation or coverage requirements were not fully met. This question helps parents understand how the center tracks and maintains staff qualifications.
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