Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 2.45
- Local median
- 1.75
Tiny Tykes Preschool
120 Avenue E SW, Winter Haven, FL 33880
- License:
- C10PO0357
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 12, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, VPK, After School, Before School, Food Served, Full Day, Infant Care, Transportation
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:00AM to 5:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 63
- License expiration:
- February 22, 2027
Typical cost: $1,127 - $1,157 (Under 1)
Child’s age
$1,127 - $1,157/mo
Median daily rate: $52.00 - $53.40
Official Florida Division of Early Learning Polk County data.
Not this provider’s price.
Inspection snapshot
Recent higher-concern violation
At least one higher-concern violation appears in the last 12 months.
Next: Read reports, examine repeated topics below, look at the broader history, and ask what changed afterward.
Latest inspectionJune 24, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMarch 23, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 22 available inspections for Tiny Tykes Preschool from February 1, 2023 through June 24, 2026.
15 inspections recorded violations, with 54 recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on June 24, 2026 and involved sleep safety.
That higher-concern topic showed up in three inspections.
The available reports do not include a later inspection with no recorded violations after that violation.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 22
- Recorded violations
- 54
- Higher-concern violations
- 15
- Repeated topics
- 9
5 in last 12 months
16 in last 12 months
3 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
22 total inspections vs 13.5 local median in 33880
Compared to 36 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 55%
- Local median
- 27%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 68%
- Local median
- 50%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 9
- Local average
- 3.69
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Health or food records
Appeared across 6 inspections, with 9 recorded violations.
October 16, 2023October 18, 2023May 29, 2024January 27, 2025May 21, 2025February 10, 2026Equipment or readiness
Appeared across 5 inspections, with 7 recorded violations.
October 16, 2023May 29, 2024January 27, 2025October 17, 2025February 10, 2026Attendance accountability
Appeared across 4 inspections, with 4 recorded violations.
July 8, 2024January 27, 2025May 21, 2025February 10, 2026Administrative posting
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
October 16, 2023February 10, 2026June 24, 2026Facility condition
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 5 recorded violations.
October 16, 2023May 29, 2024February 10, 2026Staff training
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
October 16, 2023October 17, 2025March 18, 2026Transportation
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
May 29, 2024January 27, 2025October 17, 2025Emergency preparedness
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 4 recorded violations.
February 14, 2024February 10, 2026Sleep safety
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
February 14, 2024June 24, 2026Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The facility used electronic media that was not for educational purposes or for physical activity for children 2 years of age and older. CCF Handbook, Section 2.6, C General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the upstairs VPK classroom with two year old children through twelve watching the a show on the television called Henry Danger on Netflix. The specialist advised the staff that the show was not educational and encouraged her to change the show to something age appropriate for all ages and educational. The staff turned on an audio/visual book while she prepared snack for children after nap time. TA was provided to ensure that the media offered is used for educational purposes for children in care.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 09 - Planned Activities
- Official code
- 09-07
Higher concern: Sleep safety
- Report finding
- A minimum distance of 18'' was not maintained between each napping/sleeping space. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.2, C Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the upstairs VPK classroom with two year old children through age twelve sleeping on cots during nap time not placed 18 inches apart. The specialist asked the staff to space the children further apart during time of inspection. The staff immediately placed children apart at time of inspection. TA was placed to ensure that the children are placed at least 18 inches apart during nap time.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 19 - Nap/Sleep Space Requirements
- Official code
- 19-02
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 inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the child care personnel listed on the supplementals DCF transcript, which reflected the staff did not complete required School readiness training prior to unsupervised contact with children in care. The staff started on 2/20/2026. TA was provided to ensure that the preservice training is complete by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by April 17, 2026
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-13
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The facility used electronic media time with children younger than 2 years of age. CCF Handbook, Section 2.6, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the mixed classroom of one and two year old children watching an cell phone with education music and video while the staff diapered other children. The children were seated around the table with the cell phone propped up in front of the children. The specialist advised that children under the age of two can not be offered media. The staff immediately turned off the phone at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that media is not offered to children in care that are under two years old. Not Monitored Comments At the time of inspection, the provider stated that they only conduct field trips in the summertime o ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 09 - Planned Activities
- Official code
- 09-06
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the three year old classroom near the entrance with the window seal observed with cracked and broken ceramic tiles in reach of children in care that had pointed and sharp edges. Also, in the childrens restroom near the same classroom the light cover to the light above the mirror was cracked and broken and needing to be replaced. Also, the specialist observed throughout the facility with small holes near the ceiling in walls and other areas of the facility. As well as paint peeling throughout the facility and areas where paint is missing. TA was provided to ensure that the areas of the facility as in good repair by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by March 12, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- A safety deficiency having a low potential for harm to the children in care was observed. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed in the one year classroom under the hand washing sink plastic bags were stored in the unlocked cabinet. The provider moved the plastic bags to a higher area out of reach of children at time of inspection. Also, the specialist observed electric cords throughout the facility that were loose and hanging not secured causing a potential strangulation hazard. Cords include hand dryer, fans, and televisions. TA was provided to ensure that low potential hazards for safety are eliminated by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by March 12, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-06
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- The facility did not have a fire extinguisher with a minimum rating of 2A10BC available in the food preparation area. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, B (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the fire extinguisher for the food preparation area was not placed in the kitchen food preparation area. The provider added a half wall to enclose the kitchen and the fire extinguisher is placed near the exit door near the kitchen area. TA was provided to ensure that the fire extinguisher is placed in the kitchen food preparation area.
- Correction status
- Due by March 12, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-03
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documentation of a fire extinguisher being properly maintained to include being serviced and retagged timely, and/or with a current certificate. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, B (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the fire extinguisher in the vehicle tagged Jan 2024. TA was provided to ensure that the fire extinguisher is tagged and serviced in the vehicle by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by March 12, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-05
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- Child care personnel failed to possess a current attendance record and parent contact information during a fire drill, emergency preparedness drill or an actual emergency. CCF Handbook Section 3.8.4, C and 3.8.5, A (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed during the fire drill conducted on todays date the staff did not possess emergency contact information for all the children enrolled in the facility.TA was provided to ensure that the facility has parent contact information available during a fire drill and actual emergency.
- Correction status
- Due by March 12, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-12
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Stored food was not consumed or discarded on or before the expiration date listed by the manufacturer. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed a few expired food items in the kitchen of the facility. Food items to include a gallon of whole milk expired as of 2/6/2026, peanut butter crackers expired as of 1/17/2026 and 2 gallons of 1% milk expired as of 2/5/2026. The provider discarded all of the food items at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that provider follows the recommendation for expiration dates set by the manufacturer.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-18
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, the Licensing specialist observed the miscellaneous items used for children to include childrens books, play doh, art supplies and other items stored in the restrooms throughout the facility in the shower area of the restrooms. TA was provided to ensure that the miscellaneous items are removed from the restrooms to ensure that the items are stored in a sanitary manner.
- Correction status
- Due by March 12, 2026
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 31 - Indoor Equipment
- Official code
- 31-05
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facility's first aid kit was missing the following items: [ Digital thermometer, Sterile gauze pads or rolls]. CCF Handbook, Section 6.2, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the first aid kit in the facility missing a thermometer and gauze. The provider immediately stocked the first aid kit with required items at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the first aid kit is stocked with all required items by the due date.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 37 - First Aid Requirements
- Official code
- 37-06
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- The attendance roster did not accompany the group of children in that [the three years childrens classroom with no attendance. The staff advised that she hasnt completed attendance roster for the past few days. Also, the VPK classroom upstairs the attendance roster was observed with 19 children signed in but 13 children present].CCF Handbook, Section 7.5, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the three years childrens classroom with no attendance. The staff advised that she hasnt completed attendance roster for the past few days. Also, the VPK classroom upstairs the attendance roster was observed with 19 children signed in but 13 children present in the classroom. The staff immediately noted their attendance to reflect the children present in the facility. TA was provided to ensure that the attendance rosters are up to date to reflect the children present at time of inspection. ENFORCEMENT
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 46 - Daily Attendance
- Official code
- 46-07
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 for 10/16/25 the second sweep signature was missing. 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
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facilitys outdoor play area contained litter, nails, glass or other hazards that posed a low potential for harm to children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the wooden border around the shaded/covered area not properly anchored into the ground. The anchored stake was splintering and moving causing a safety hazard. Also, on the small playground there were two wooden posted on the ground. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that the safety hazard or other hazards are off the playground. Also, to ensure that any splintering wood removed or replace. This standard was brought back into compliance when the safety hazard was removed. •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-01
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
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental did not complete a department approved five-hour early literacy and language development course within 12 months of date of employment in child care industry. Technical assistance was provided to ensure Child Care Personnel complete the Department approved five-hour early literacy and language development prior to due date. This standard was brought back into compliance when Child Care Personnel completed five-hour early literacy and language development on 9/8/25. •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-06
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Food was stored in an inappropriate area. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2 Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed several baby food items (baby food, baby oatmeal, baby rice, etc). was observed stored inside the bathroom connected to the infant classroom. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that facilities choosing to prepare food must have a designated space for food storage within the designated food preparation area or in a room not calculated as part of indoor floor space, and in an area not used for diapering. This standard was brought back into compliance when Provider removed the food items from the bathroom. •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-16
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- The attendance roster did not accompany the group of children in that [d not represent the number of children inside the classroom].CCF Handbook, Section 7.5, A Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed several classrooms (infant 1-year-old) without a current roster. The attendance roster for the children was not current and did not represent the number of children inside the classroom. Technical assistance was provided that each classroom must have an attendance sheet/class roster for the group of children occupying that space. Attendance sheet/class roster must accompany the child care personnel and the group of children throughout the day should they leave the classroom. This standard was brought back into compliance when Provider updated attendance roster. • ENFORCEMENT
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 46 - Daily Attendance
- Official code
- 46-07
No recorded violations in this report
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that some transportation logs were missing signatures and time out the vehicle. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that transportation logs are maintained. This standard was put back into compliance when Provider corrected the transportation log. •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 05 - Transportation
- Official code
- 05-02
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facilitys outdoor play area contained litter, nails, glass or other hazards that posed a low potential for harm to children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed a water hose on the playground in a pile accessible to the children in care. On September 9, 2024, Provider was given technical assistance to ensure that the water hose is rolled up and secured. Lastly, wasp nests were observed on both playgrounds. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that the water hose is rolled up and secured. Also, that the playground structures are free of wasp and other insect.
- Correction status
- Due by February 26, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Stored food was not consumed or discarded on or before the expiration date listed by the manufacturer. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed a several small bags of spoiled apples with slim like fluid and mildew/mold in the facility refrigerator. Also, Yoplait strawberry yogurt that expired on January 11, 2025. Technical assistance provided to discarded on or before the expiration date listed by the manufacturer. This standard was brought back into compliance when provider trashed the expired foods. •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-18
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- The attendance roster did not accompany the group of children in that [the roster did not represent the number of children inside the classroom].CCF Handbook, Section 7.5, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed several classrooms (infant 1-year-old, and 1-year-old classrooms) without a current roster. The attendance roster for the children was not current and did not represent the number of children inside the classroom. Technical assistance was provided that each classroom must have an attendance sheet/class roster for the group of children occupying that space. Attendance sheet/class roster must accompany the child care personnel and the group of children throughout the day should they leave the classroom. This standard was brought back into compliance when Provider updated attendance roster. • ENFORCEMENT
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 46 - Daily Attendance
- Official code
- 46-07
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]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, the provider failed to maintain the employee roster. The Child Care Personnel listed on the attached supplement was not removed and/or add to the employee roster within 10 days of separation from the facility. Technical assistance was provided to add or remove staff within ten days of the hire or departure date. This standard was brought back into compliance when provider updated clearinghouse roster. •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-09
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- The attendance roster did not accompany the group of children in that [the roster was not present in the classroom or accurate].CCF Handbook, Section 7.5, A
- Inspector notes
- At the time of re-inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the 2-year-old 3-year-old classroom without a current roster. The attendance roster for the children was not current or inside the classroom. The roster was retrieved from the playground but did not represent the number of children inside the classroom. Technical assistance was provided that each classroom must have an attendance sheet/class roster for the group of children occupying that space. Attendance sheet/class roster must accompany the child care personnel and the group of children throughout the day should they leave the classroom. This standard was brought back into compliance when provider updated attendan ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 46 - Daily Attendance
- Official code
- 46-07
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The vehicle alarm installed was not in working condition. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, Licensing Specialist reviewed the vehicle safety alarm for the vehicle(s) used to transport children. The transportation van alarm did not sound within a minute. Technical assistance was provided that the time delay from the time the ignition is turned off after activation of the alarm system until the alarm sounds shall be no longer than one minute. Technical support was provided to ensure that the drivers is aware of how the alarm system works and how to use. •
- Correction status
- Due by June 28, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRANSPORTATION - 07 - Vehicle Requirements
- Official code
- 07-06
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 window seals and vents throughout the facility covered in dust. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that the facility is cleaned regularly. Also, to clean affected areas by due date. Technical assistance was provided to ensure the facility is in good repair (chipped stairs and a ceiling vent that is not fully secured on all sides. •
- Correction status
- Due by June 28, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-01
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- The facilitys storage of harmful items including cleaning supplies, flammable products, and poisonous, toxic and hazardous materials allowed access by children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B Physical Environment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed several plastic bags inside a cabinet under the sink inside the 1-year-old classroom (capacity 6). The cabinet did not have a child proof locking mechanism. Technical assistance was provided to remove the plastic bags. Also, to ensure areas and surfaces accessible to children must be free from toxic substances, bio contaminants, and hazardous materials/equipment/tools, including power tools, plastic bags, matches, candles, lighters, etc. This standard was brought back into compliance when provider removed the plastic bag from the cabinet. •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 13 - Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons
- Official code
- 13-02
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facilitys outdoor play area contained litter, nails, glass or other hazards that posed a low potential for harm to children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the red tricycle on the large playground with rust. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that the playground equipment is in good condition and free of rust. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that the gate around the air conditioner unit is always secured. • Technical assistance was provided to ensure that the plastic bin on the playground is clean regularly and is turn over to prevent collection water. • This standard was brought back into compliance when provider painted the rusted tricycle. •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Stored food was not consumed or discarded on or before the expiration date listed by the manufacturer. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, B
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed several expired baby food (Gerber Veggie Power sweet potato apple pumpkin inside the infant classroom with expiration date February 29, 2024. Also, expired Yoplait Go-Gurt inside the kitchen refrigerator that expired January 18, 2024. Technical assistance provided to discarded on or before the expiration date listed by the manufacturer.
- Correction status
- Due by June 28, 2024
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-18
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, Licensing Specialist observed the 3-year-old classroom eating whole round corn dog. Technical assistance was provided corn dog. Technical assistance was provided foods that are associated with young childrens choking incidents must not be served to children under 4 years of age, such as, but not limited to, whole/round hot dogs, popcorn, chips, pretzel nuggets, whole grapes, nuts, cheese cubes/sticks and any food that is of similar shape and size of the trachea/windpipe.
- Correction status
- Due by June 28, 2024
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 25 - Meals and Snacks
- Official code
- 25-02
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Items unrelated to diaper changing were stored in the diaper changing area or placed on the diaper changing table/surface. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, G Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed a radio and wireless intercom on the changing table inside the infant classroom. Also, under the diaper changing table there was baby food and other miscellaneous stored. Technical assistance was provided to ensure only items associated with diapering on the changing table. This standard was brought back into compliance when provider removed unrelated items off the changing table. •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
- Official code
- 30-07
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facility's first aid kit was missing the following items: [ A current resource guide on first aid and CPR procedures]. CCF Handbook, Section 6.2, C Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the facility did not have a complete first aid kit. The facilitys first aid kit was missing a current resource guide for CPR and first aid. Technical assistance was provided to ensure the add the current resource guide in inside the first aid kit. Also, to replenish the first aid kit as items are being used. This standard was brought back into compliance when provider added the current resource guide to the first aid kit. •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 37 - First Aid Requirements
- Official code
- 37-06
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Sleep safety
- Report finding
- Child/ren were placed in a crib, playpen, play yard or other sleeping and napping bedding with items that could pose a strangulation or suffocation risk. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.4, A
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Counselor an infant with a bib on while asleep. Also, the infants were asleep with blanket covering them. This poses a potential choking and suffocation hazard for the children. Technical assistance was provided that all personnel that care for infants must follow safe sleep practices and infant napping shall not have items that could pose a strangulation risk. This standard was brought back in compliance when the Provider was removed the bib and blanket. •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 20 - Crib Requirements
- Official code
- 20-06
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documented proof of an annual fire inspection by the local fire authority. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, A (Section 14.2, number 1) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Counselor determined that the provider failed to have an annual fire safety inspection by the local fire authority. The facility last year fire inspection was conducted on January 6, 2023, and the facility current year fire inspection was conducted on February 7, 2024. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that a fire inspection is completed annually by the local fire authority. Fire drill conducted 2/1/23, 3/7/23, 4/3/23, 5/4/23, 6/5/23, 7/13/23, 8/4/23, 9/1/23, 10/4/23, 11/3/23, 12/1/23, 1/3/24, 2/5/24, and 2/13/24. • A fire drill was conducted today in the presence of the licensing authority. • Emergency Preparedness drill conducted 2/3/24 ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-01
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- Supervision of children in the [infant age ] group was inadequate in that [the teacher left the students alone while she was in the bathroom with the door closed]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 General Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the teacher in the infant classroom was in the bathroom in the classroom with the door closed while the children stood outside the door when the department entered the classroom. When the teacher was asked why she left the children unsupervised with the door closed in a different threshold, she stated she was cleaning the bathroom. Upon being addressed with concerns by the department, this teacher left the classroom too look for admin of the facility because she did not want to talk to the department agents. The noncompliance was resolved once the teacher came back into the classroom and the children had supervision per ratio standards.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
- Official code
- 04-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the child listed on the supplemental page had an expired immunization form. The provider advised that all children enrolled have an up to date immunization form to maintain compliance of this standard.
- Correction status
- Due by April 24, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-02
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facilitys outdoor play area contained litter, nails, glass or other hazards that posed a low potential for harm to children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Counselor observed the red metal house structure and blue roundabout spinning equipment showing signs of wear, rust, and paint peeling. Also, the blue and green register and the yellow, blue, green, red, caterpillar plastic climbing tunnel with broken pieces of plastic. Lastly, the wooden playhouse showing signs of wear, rotten wood. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that the playground equipment is in good condition and free of rust or other potential hazards. This standard was brought back into compliance when provider removed al affected equipment off the playground. •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Stored food was not consumed or discarded on or before the expiration date listed by the manufacturer. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, B
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Counselor observed several Pepperidge Farm Goldfish (expired October 1, 2023) inside the kitchen. Technical assistance provided to discarded on or before the expiration date listed by the manufacturer. Also, check food expiration date when food products are being delivered to the facility. The standard was brought back into compliance when provider removed the items and return to the food delivery service. •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-18
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Milk and/or food sat out longer than 15 minutes prior to the beginning of the meal. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.5, C
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Counselor observed a gallon on milk sitting on the table awaiting children arriving to school. The gallon of milk was observed sitting out unrefrigerated for over 15 minutes. Technical assistance was provided that no milk and/or food should sit out longer than 15 minutes prior to the beginning of the meal. This standard was brought back into compliance when provider eventually refrigerated the milk. •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 25 - Meals and Snacks
- Official code
- 25-15
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The facility's menu was not [ was not posted at the beginning of each week in an easily seen place]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, H
- Inspector notes
- At the time the inspection, Counselor observed menu posted near the front door of the facility was dated for October 9 th 13 th . Technical assistance was provided to post menu at the beginning of the week in a conspicuous location easily seen by parents. The standard was brought back into compliance when provider posted an updated menu that was dated for current week. •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 26 - Meal and Snack Menus
- Official code
- 26-01
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Items unrelated to diaper changing were stored in the diaper changing area or placed on the diaper changing table/surface. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, G Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Counselor observed a bag of spoons on the diaper changing table in the infant classroom. Technical assistance was provided that only things associated to diapering is allowed on the diaper changing table. The provider removed the items off the diaper changing table putting the standard back into compliance. •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
- Official code
- 30-07
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 inspection, Counselor determined that the Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental did not document their in-service hours on CF-FSP Form 5268, Child Care In-Service Training Record. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that in-service training is documented on CF-FSP Form 5268, Child Care In-Service Training Record. Not Monitored Comments This standard is not monitored as this standard is being monitored on another inspection.
- Correction status
- Due by November 15, 2023
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-08
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 Record Keeping [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of inspection, Counselor reviewed childrens files and determined that the child listed on the supplemental did not have immunization forms on file. Technical assistance was given to the provider to obtain a current form from the parent/guardian prior to the due date. Additional technical assistance was given regarding FL shots. The provider was given the link to their website and how to register to view FL shot records. The link given was: www.flshotsusers.com and the provider was reminded to go to the bottom of page under schools & licensed child care providers to register.
- Correction status
- Due by November 15, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-02
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- A potentially harmful item, [cleaning chemical], was not labeled as required. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B Physical Environment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of inspection, Counselor observed a spray bottle of chemicals in the VPK school age classroom without labels. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that spay bottles are labeled correctly. This standard was brought back into compliance when provide labeled the spray bottle.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 13 - Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons
- Official code
- 13-01
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- 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 inspection, Counselor observed several cleaning chemicals (Lysol disinfecting spray and air freshener) stored in the on the floor near the toilet in the VPK school age classroom. Also, Counselor observed several cleaning chemicals (multipurpose, germicide, hand sanitizer) stored inside the unlocked cabinet under the sink inside the VPK school age classrooms. All the chemicals were accessible to the children in care. Technical assistance was provided to always store all chemicals away from the reach of the children. This standard was brought back into compliance when the chemicals were moved from the cabinet and removed the chemical from the bathroom.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 13 - Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons
- Official code
- 13-03
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The facility failed to post the room capacity in each room. CCF Handbook, Section 3.4.1, A Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Counselor observed the 1-year-old classrooms without the capacity posted. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that the facility post capacity in each classroom. This standard was brought back into compliance when Provider posted capacity.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 15 - Licensed Capacity
- Official code
- 15-05
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, Counselor observed several cots torn and not in good repair. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all bedding (cot, bed, crib, mattress, playpen or floor mat) used for children in care are clean and good repair with impermeable surface. This standard was brought back into compliance when Provider removed affected cots from the facility. Provider advised facility is awaiting new cots that have been ordered.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 18 - Bedding and Linens
- Official code
- 18-06
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 [red and yellow xylophone]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B and F Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, Counselor observed the red and yellow xylophone on the playground with rust and chip paint. Technical assistance was provided to repair or replace the play equipment before the due date on the inspection. This standard was brought back into compliance when provider spray painted the affected area.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-03
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 Record Keeping [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of inspection, Counselor reviewed childrens files and determined that the child listed on the supplemental did not have immunization forms on file. Technical assistance was given to the provider to obtain a current form from the parent/guardian prior to the due date. Additional technical assistance was given regarding FL shots. The provider was given the link to their website and how to register to view FL shot records. The link given was: www.flshotsusers.com and the provider was reminded to go to the bottom of page under schools & licensed child care providers to register.
- Correction status
- Due by July 14, 2023
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 Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Counselor determined that the child listed on the supplement had an expired Student Health Examination or equivalent health statement on file. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all children have current physical on file.
- Correction status
- Due by July 14, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
- Official code
- 42-01
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The credentialed director was not on-site a majority of the hours that the facility is in operation as documented on timesheets, personnel schedules or employment records. CCF Handbook, Section 4.7, B
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, through information obtained through interviews and documentation, the personnel that was on file for the facility as the director was not at the facility for the majority of the hours. The workers referred to the owner as the director, and did not know that the personnel on file as the director should have been at the facility for operational duties daily. The noncompliance was resolved at the time of inspection/closure, once the owner submitted proper documentation for director credentials for the person who will work in the facility for the appropriate time and hours to maintain compliance of this standard.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 34 - Credentialed Staff
- Official code
- 34-05
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- All reading, painting and other close work areas did not have lighting equivalent to 50 foot candles on the work surface. CCF Handbook, Section 3.3.1, B (Section 10.1, number 2) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, Counselor observed the work areas did not have sufficient lightening in the 3-year-old classroom (room 4, capacity 6). The lightning was equivalent to approximately 24.1 under in the reading, painting, and other close work areas. Technical support that all areas thorough out the facility that has reading, painting and other close work areas need to measure at 50-foot candles.
- Correction status
- Due by March 3, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 14 - Lighting, Temperature, and Ventilation
- Official code
- 14-02
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 (Section 12.4, numbers 1 and 2) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, Counselor observed the pack n plays and cribs in the infant room had loose fitting sheets. Technical assistance was given to the provider that per safe sleep standards, cribs or playpens/play yards used for infants must have tight fitted sheets and no excess bedding and to replace the sheet with a tight fitting one prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by February 11, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 18 - Bedding and Linens
- Official code
- 18-02
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Stored food was not consumed or discarded on or before the expiration date listed by the manufacturer. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, B
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Counselor observed Gerber carrot baby food expired (January 31, 2023) in the infant room. Technical assistance provided to discarded on or before the expiration date listed by the manufacturer.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-18
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 children have enough space during nap time?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records show an inspection in June 2026 noted that napping cots were not spaced the required 18 inches apart. This question helps parents understand how the center currently monitors and maintains safe sleeping arrangements.
- Context
- The finding was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps are taken to make sure attendance rosters are always accurate and present in each classroom?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records show multiple instances between 2024 and 2026 where attendance rosters were missing or did not accurately reflect the number of children present. This question helps parents understand the current procedures for tracking children throughout the day.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How does the staff ensure that all children are accounted for during transportation, and what checks are in place for the vehicle safety alarms?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from 2024 and 2025 indicate issues with maintaining complete transportation logs and ensuring vehicle safety alarms were in proper working condition. This question helps parents understand the current safety protocols for transporting children.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your process for keeping staff up to date on required training and certifications?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from March 2026 noted that a staff member had not completed required training before working with children. This question helps parents understand how the center tracks and verifies that all personnel meet training requirements.
Related violations
General question
How do you handle routine maintenance and cleaning to ensure the facility remains in good repair?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Asking about facility maintenance helps parents understand the center's commitment to providing a clean and safe environment for children. This question allows the director to explain their daily and weekly routines for upkeep.