Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 2.67
- Local median
- 1.6
Wallen's Academy
235 E Main St, Dundee, FL 33838
- License:
- C10PO0363
- 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, Transportation
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 44
- License expiration:
- August 2, 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 inspectionMay 8, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMay 8, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 27 available inspections for Wallen's Academy from January 3, 2023 through May 8, 2026.
10 inspections recorded violations, with 72 recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on April 2, 2026 and involved hazardous access, with a due date of May 2, 2026.
That higher-concern topic showed up in four inspections.
A later inspection showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether it was a formal follow-up.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 27
- Recorded violations
- 72
- Higher-concern violations
- 24
- Repeated topics
- 7
7 in last 12 months
9 in last 12 months
4 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
27 total inspections vs 13.5 local median in 33838
Compared to 8 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 26%
- Local median
- 25%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 37%
- Local median
- 37%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 7
- Local average
- 3.25
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Facility condition
Appeared across 7 inspections, with 17 recorded violations.
July 13, 2023November 2, 2023March 28, 2024November 25, 2024March 31, 2025July 25, 2025April 2, 2026Health or food records
Appeared across 6 inspections, with 8 recorded violations.
July 13, 2023November 2, 2023July 3, 2024November 25, 2024March 31, 2025December 2, 2025Staff training
Appeared across 6 inspections, with 10 recorded violations.
July 13, 2023November 2, 2023March 28, 2024July 3, 2024November 25, 2024March 31, 2025Background screening
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 5 recorded violations.
July 13, 2023March 28, 2024December 2, 2025Hazardous access
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 5 recorded violations.
July 13, 2023November 25, 2024April 2, 2026Emergency preparedness
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
July 13, 2023July 25, 2025Sleep safety
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
November 25, 2024April 2, 2026Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The vehicle alarm installed was not in working condition. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the van alarm did not sound in the first minute. TA was provided to have the vehicle alarm repair by the due date. a. The alarm system must be armed or activated automatically when the vehicles ignition is turned on. b. The alarm system must be designed and installed so that the vehicle horn, siren or other type of audio alarm will sound if the driver/staff member does not walk to the rear or, in the case of a passenger van, the side entry point of the vehicle, to manually shut off or deactivate the alarm. c. 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 tha ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by May 2, 2026
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 07 - Vehicle Requirements
- Official code
- 07-06
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed several areas throughout the facility with peeling paint. The walls entering the bathroom area on both sides, the blue bathroom, the green classroom and the walls and baseboards in the 4- & 5-year-old classroom have peeling paint. There is also a cabinet in the 4- & 5-year-old classroom that has a hole on the backboard accessible to children and two chairs that have foam exposed. TA was provided to sand and paint the areas and to repair the hole and remove the chairs by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by May 2, 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]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the back classroom that leads to the playground had cords that were no secured to the wall. TA was provided that all cords must be secured to the walls due to strangulation risks. The cords must be secured by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by May 2, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-06
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 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the lighting in the 4- & 5-year-old classroom measured 28.8 and 31.9 above the 2 tables and the lighting is required to be 50 ft candles. TA was provided to add more lighting above the tables or move the tables below the existing light fixtures by the due date. The lighting was measured by the licensing specialist during the inspection, and all other classrooms measured the required 20ft to 50 ft candlelight.
- Correction status
- Due by May 2, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 14 - Lighting, Temperature, and Ventilation
- Official code
- 14-02
Higher concern: Sleep safety
- Report finding
- Child/ren were placed in a crib, playpen, play yard or other sleeping and napping bedding with items that could pose a strangulation or suffocation risk. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.4, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the infant was sleeping in the crib and had a blanket and two toys in the crib. TA was provided that toys and blankets are not allowed due to strangulation risk. The provider removed the items during the inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 20 - Crib Requirements
- Official code
- 20-06
No recorded violations in this report
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]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist found milk in the refrigerator in the kitchen dated 11/27/25 and 2 containers of milk in the 2-year-old classroom dated 12/1/25. The staff discarded the milk 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
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- Documentation of Level 2 Clearinghouse screening clearance was missing for child care personnel. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1,C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the inspection, the staff listed in the supplemental had a screening, but it was only eligible for General not childcare. TA was provided to do a re-submit by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by December 12, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-02
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
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]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, there are several cords dangling in the 2- & 3-year-old classroom and the 4 - & 5-year-old classroom within reach of children. The cords are for the televisions, and the fans that are mounted to the wall. TA was provided that all cords must be secured to the wall to prevent a strangulation hazard. The cord in the 2 - & 3-year-old classroom was raised higher and secured during the inspection. These items must be fixed by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by August 24, 2025
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 current and approved annual fire safety inspection by the local fire authority. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, A (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the provider has not had an annual fire inspection conducted. The previous year was conducted on 6/6/24 and expired 6/6/25 and the facility is open year-round. TA was provided that the fire inspection is due annually. Fire drills had been conducted monthly, and a fire drill was conducted with the licensing specialist during the inspection with the fire approved system.
- Correction status
- Due by August 4, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-02
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
- Report finding
- A ratio of [2] child care personnel for [5] children is required. A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [5] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed 1/infant and 4/1-year-olds to one staff in the classroom. The second staff entered the room after the director was informed, making it completed at the time of the inspection. The staff names are listed in the supplemental. 1/infant, 4/1/1. When Licensing specialist arrived. Then 2nd staff came back into classroom. Then 1/infant, 4/1/2. 16/VPK/1. 12/3&4/1. 11/2/1.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Ratio Sufficient
- Official code
- 03-01
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed in one restroom there was water damage behind the toilet on the left and the baseboard behind the toilet is water damage. Also, there is peeling paint on the wall next to the toilet. In the second restroom there is a large area of peeling paint and several broken vinyl tiles. TA was provided to repair, sand and paint all areas and to replace the floor tiles. These items must be completed by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by April 30, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Frozen food was not [ labeled by date and type]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, F.2 and 3. (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the pancakes in the freezer were taken out of their original container and not labeled and dated. TA was provided that the provider will need to make sure to label and date all food. The director listed in the supplemental labeled the pancakes during the inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-24
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3)
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the staff listed in the supplemental started in the industry on 11/1/21 and should have completed the 5-hour literacy by 11/1/22. TA was provided the staff will need to complete the training by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by April 30, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-06
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
- The staff listed in the supplemental started back at this facility on 12/11/24 and did not complete the required additional health and safety SR training in her first 90 days. TA was provided the staff will need to complete the training by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by April 30, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-17
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- The attendance roster did not accompany the group of children in that [12 children were present and not signed in and there were 12 children in the classroom and 15 signed in.].CCF Handbook, Section 7.5, A (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 12 children were present and not signed in the 2- & 3-year-old classroom and in the 3- & 4-year-old classroom there were 12 children in the classroom and 15 signed in. Both staff corrected the classroom attendance during the inspection. 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: 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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the office had bleach and hand sanitizer accessible to children and the storage closet off the infant room was not locked and has bleach accessible to children. TA was provided to put a lock on the doors or move the chemicals out of the reach of children. The owner that is listed in the supplemental moved the chemicals out of the reach of children during the inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 13 - Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons
- Official code
- 13-03
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Linens were not provided for sleeping children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1, F (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the cribs did not have fitted sheets for the 2 infants present. TA was provided that the cribs must have linens, and they must fit tightly.
- Correction status
- Due by December 25, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 18 - Bedding and Linens
- Official code
- 18-10
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed a baby mobile above the crib with an infant in the crib. TA was provided that mobiles are not allowed due to strangulation risk. The staff removed the mobile during the inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 20 - Crib Requirements
- Official code
- 20-06
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Preparation of food occurred in an area that is not a designated food preparation area. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed bottled water and infant formula in the infant room. The staff listed in the supplemental stated she has been mixing bottles in the classroom. TA was provided that unless the provider adds another sink with hot water measuring at least 100 degrees, the bottles will need to be prepped in the kitchen or prepared at home by the parents. Bottle prep is considered meal prep. The provider moved the water and formula to the kitchen during the inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-02
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Bottles and/or sippy cups brought from home were not labeled with childs first and last name. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.5, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed bottles in the infant room that were not labeled. TA was provided that all bottles and sippy cups are required to have the child's first and last name. The staff listed in the supplemental put the first and last names on the bottles during the inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 28 - Bottles, Breastmilk, Formula and Infant Food
- Official code
- 28-02
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Diaper changing occurred on a surface that was not impermeable. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, E (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed two tears in the diaper changing pad. TA was provided that the surface must be impermeable and the provider will need to replace the changing pad.
- Correction status
- Due by December 25, 2024
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
- Official code
- 30-06
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the 40 hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement. CCF Handbook Section 4.2.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3)
- Report comments
- The staff listed in the supplemental started in the industry on 4/24/23 and she started her DCF 40-hour training on 8/7/23, the staff should have completed the training by 7/24/24. The staff was child care personnel and working with children until 11/11/24 per her 5131-form attached. The provider moved her to the kitchen as other personnel. TA was provided the staff will need to complete the DCF 40 hours before she can be moved back to child care personnel.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-01
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 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that the staff listed in the supplemental had an expired Abuse and Neglect form. TA was provided that these forms are due annually. At the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist reviewed 12 staff files and updated them in CARES.
- Correction status
- Due by December 25, 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
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 inspection, Counselor determined that Child Care Personnel 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. Technical assistance was provided to ensure Child Care Personnel complete the Department approved five-hour early literacy and language development prior to due date.
- Correction status
- Due by August 2, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-06
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 (Section 18.6, numbers 5 and 6) [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.
- Correction status
- Due by August 2, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-08
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
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist reviewed all Child Care Personnel files and determined that the Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental did not complete required School Readiness preservice training within 90 days of employment of service with the program. Also, the Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental did not complete required School Readiness preservice training before being left alone unsupervised with children in care. Technical assistance was provided that school readiness preservice training is complete within 90 days of employment or prior to unsupervised contact with children in care.
- Correction status
- Due by August 2, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-13
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 19.2, number 2) 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 had an expired immunization forms on file. Technical assistance was given to the provider to obtain a current form from the parent/guardian prior to the due date. Additional technical assistance was given regarding FL shots. The provider was given the link to their website and how to register to view FL shot records. The link given was: www.flshotsusers.com and the provider was reminded to go to the bottom of page under schools & licensed child care providers to register.
- Correction status
- Due by August 2, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-02
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 Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Counselor observed that locking mechanism on the doors separating classrooms with the capacity of 16 and 12 was broken and children moving about between classrooms. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that the facility is in good repair. Fixed the affected area on or before due date.
- Correction status
- Due by April 27, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
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, Counselor determined that Child Care Personnel 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. Technical assistance was provided to ensure Child Care Personnel complete the Department approved five-hour early literacy and language development prior to due date.
- Correction status
- Due by April 27, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-06
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
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of inspection, Counselor determined that the Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental did not have proof of fire extinguisher training within 30 days of date of hire. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that Child Care Personnel shall be trained in the use and operation of a fire extinguisher, at each facility they are employed, within 30 days of date of hire.
- Correction status
- Due by April 27, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-09
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
- Report comments
- At the time of the 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 5 days of separation from the facility. Technical assistance was provided to add or remove staff within ten days of the hire or departure date.
- Correction status
- Due by April 27, 2024
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: 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 of inspection, Counselor observed a highchair table attachment on the changing table. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that Items unrelated to diaper changing are not stored in the diaper changing area or placed on the diaper changing table/surface. This standard was brought back into compliance when provider removed the item from the diaper changing table. •
- 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
- 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, Counselor determined that Child Care Personnel 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. Technical assistance was provided to ensure Child Care Personnel complete the Department approved five-hour early literacy and language development prior to due date.
- Correction status
- Due by December 2, 2023
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-06
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
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Counselor 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 December 2, 2023
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 35 - Communicable Disease Control
- Official code
- 35-12
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- Children were left in high chairs or other confining devices outside of feeding times. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4.4, B
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Counselor observed two children in a highchair outside of feeding time. Technical assistance was provided that highchair is only used for feeding purposes. This standard was brought back into compliance when the Child Care Personnel removed the child from the highchair.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
- Official code
- 04-09
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- Children did not receive supervision as required by their age or required needs while toileting or bathing. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4.1, H (Section 5, number 13) General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Counselor observed a 3-year-old child in the restroom without supervision and plunging the toilet. It should be noted that the toilet was not clogged and did not require plunging. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that children in care receive adequate supervision while toileting. This standard was brought back into compliance when Counselor asked a Child Care Personnel to supervise the child.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
- Official code
- 04-15
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- Children were left unattended while being diapered or when changing clothes and/or a safety strap or harness was used on the diaper changing table/surface. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, F (Section 5, number 13 and Section 12.3, number 5) General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Counselor observed the Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental walk away from a child who was on the diaper changing table/surface. The child Care Personnel left the child unattended to remove another child from a highchair. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that children are never left unattended while on the diaper changing table. This standard was brought back into compliance when the Child Care Personnel returned to the child on the diaper changing table.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
- Official code
- 04-16
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The facility's written plan of scheduled activities was not followed. CCF Handbook, Section 2.6 (Section 7, number 1) General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Counselor observed that facility not following posted schedule. The facility schedule displayed that the children eat breakfast between 9:00am-9:30am, however, the children didnt eat until after 9:45am. Technical assistance was provided to adhere to plan activities and feeding schedules.
- Correction status
- Due by August 12, 2023
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- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 09 - Planned Activities
- Official code
- 09-02
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Areas of the facility were found to be in need of cleaning. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 10, number 1) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Counselor observed the area rugs to be dirty and stained. The refrigerator inside the classroom with 11 capacity had spillage and debris inside. Also, the classroom throughout the facility is very cluttered. Technical assistance was provided to clean affected areas and to ensure daily cleaning are completed.
- Correction status
- Due by August 12, 2023
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- 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 (Section 10, number 1) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Counselor observed a hole in the wall behind the toilet in the classroom with the capacity of 11. Also, duct tape on the transition floor between the wooden floor and carpet in the classroom with a capacity of 16. Also, torn area rugs in the classroom with a capacity of 16. Also, the baseboard in the classroom with capacity 12, is separating from the wall. Also, there was a 5-inch hole (opening) in the wall of the facility that back up onto the playground. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that the affected areas repaired or replaced.
- Correction status
- Due by August 12, 2023
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- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- A safety deficiency having a low potential for harm to the children in care was observed. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 (Section 10, numbers 1-11) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Counselor observed an orange extension cord connected to an outlet laying on the floor accessible to the children in care. This causing a tripping and a strangulation hazard. Technical assistance was proved to ensure cords are not accessible to children in care and to secure the extra cord.
- Correction status
- Due by August 12, 2023
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- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-06
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- The facility did not have electrical outlet covers or the outlet covers were not in place. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, I
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Counselor observed uncovered outlets in the classroom with the capacity of 16. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all outlet are covered.
- Correction status
- Due by August 12, 2023
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- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-18
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Indoor and outdoor play areas were not inspected daily for basic health and safety and/or any problems were not corrected before the play area is used by children and/or daily inspection logs were not maintained for 12 months. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the re-inspection, the facility did not have a daily indoor and outdoor checklist. A sample daily checklist was reviewed and emailed to the provider on today's date for use going forward. The provider was reminded that indoor and outdoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety and documented a daily inspection log and any problems must be corrected before the play area is used by children.
- Correction status
- Due by August 12, 2023
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- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-19
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- A potentially harmful item, [cleaning chemicals], was not labeled as required. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B (Section 10, number 4) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Counselor observed spray bottle in the classroom with capacity of 5 without a label. Technical assistance was provided that all spray bottles containing chemical are labeled. This standard was brought back into compliance when the provider labeled the spray bottle.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 13 - Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons
- Official code
- 13-01
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- All rooms did not have sufficient lighting equivalent to 20 foot candles at three feet from the floor. CCF Handbook, Section 3.3.1, A (Section 10.1, number 1) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the classroom throughout the facility light measured less than 20-foot candles less ranging 10 15 -foot candles. Technical assistance was provided to add more lightening to increase the candle foot to at least 20.
- Correction status
- Due by August 12, 2023
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- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 14 - Lighting, Temperature, and Ventilation
- Official code
- 14-01
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]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the work areas did not have sufficient lightening. The lightning was under 50-foot candles under the reading, painting, and other close work areas ranging between 26 29 -foot candles. Technical assistance was provided that all areas thorough out the facility that have reading, painting and other close work areas need to measure at 50-foot candles.
- Correction status
- Due by August 12, 2023
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- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 14 - Lighting, Temperature, and Ventilation
- Official code
- 14-02
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 10.7, number 1) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, red, and blue metal house structure on playground had signs of rust. Also, there is a pipe sticking out the ground on the playground causing a tripping hazard. The red stationary care tire has holes in them and showing sign of wear. Also, the shade structure show signs of wood rot and sways when pushed. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that the playground equipment is in good condition and free of rust. Also, to ensure that the tripping hazard or other hazards are on the playground.
- Correction status
- Due by August 12, 2023
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- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-01
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- The toileting facility did not have: [ paper towels or hand drying machines] , and within the reach of children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.7, H (Section 10.6, number 7) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Counselor observed a 3-year-old child in the restroom and the child ask Counselor for assistance getting soap. After the child washed her hands Counselor noticed there were no paper towels or hand drying machines within reach of the child. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that children in care have access to paper towel or hand drying machines after toileting. This standard was brought back into compliance when Child Care Personnel retrieved paper towel for the child and bathroom.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 21 - Restrooms and Bath Facilities
- Official code
- 21-14
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 14.3, number 2) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Counselor observed the facility conducted a fire drill. During the fire drill, the Child Care Personnel posse the current attendance record, but failed to utilize the attendance to account for all children. Child Care Personnel were observed only counting children. Technical assistance was provided that current attendance record must accompany Child Care Personnel out of the building during a drill or actual evacuation and be used to account for all children. This standard was brought back into compliance when Child Care Personnel used the attendance to account for the children. Fire drill conducted 11/28/22, 12/14/22, 1/5/23, 2/24/23, 3/31/23, 4/28 ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- 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
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Counselor observed Friendly Farms lactose free milk (expired 7/11/23), Betty Crockers whipped strawberry frosting (expired 2/26/23), Happy Farms mild cheddar shredded cheese (expired 4/28/23), and Pillsbury fun fetti aqua blue vanilla frosting (expired 5/10/23). Technical assistance provided to discarded on or before the expiration date listed by the manufacturer.
- Correction status
- Due by August 12, 2023
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- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-18
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Child care personnel did not wash their hands [after diapering two childrnen]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.1 (Section 12.2) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Counselor observed the Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental not wash her hands after diapering a child. The same Child Care Personnel mentioned above was observed not washing her hands after diapering another child. Technical assistance was provided to wash hands after diapering.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 29 - Health and Sanitation
- Official code
- 29-02
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Hand hygiene procedures, including situations or times, were not posted in food preparation, diapering, and toileting areas. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.1, D
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Counselor observed the classroom with the capacity of 5 without handwashing procedures posted. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that hand washing procedures are posted at every hand washing station.
- Correction status
- Due by August 12, 2023
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- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 29 - Health and Sanitation
- Official code
- 29-16
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Diapering occurred in a room that did not have a hand washing station or did not have a hand washing station in an adjoining area. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, A (Section 12.3, number 1) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Counselor observed the classroom with the capacity of 12 with diapering station and items, however, there was no sink inside the classroom or adjoining bathroom. Technical assistance was provided that a handwashing station must be added to the classroom due diapering occurring.
- Correction status
- Due by August 12, 2023
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- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
- Official code
- 30-01
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The ground cover or other protective surface under the [red stationary car car and the red with yellow slide] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D (Section 11.2, number 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Counselor observed less than 6 inch of ground cover or protective surface in the fall zone area around and underneath red stationary car and the red with yellow slide. Technical assistance was provided that at least 6 inches in depth of mulch is needed to comply with the standard. Additional mulch is needed to be in compliance.
- Correction status
- Due by August 12, 2023
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- 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 [ the use of fire extinguishers]. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.3 and 4.2.5
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Counselor determined that child care personnel listed on the supplemental did not have fire extinguisher training within 30 days of employment. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all employees have fire extinguisher training within 30 days of employment.
- Correction status
- Due by August 12, 2023
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- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-09
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The facility did not have a written exposure plan regarding safety precautions for exposure to blood and potentially infectious fluids. CCF Handbook, Section 6
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Counselor determined that the Child Care Personnel did not have a current exposure plan on file. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all Child Care Personnel have a current exposure plan on file.
- Correction status
- Due by August 12, 2023
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- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 35 - Communicable Disease Control
- Official code
- 35-11
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- Background screening was not completed: [ after a 90-day break in service.] CCF Handbook, Section 5.2 (Section 19.5, number 1) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Counselor determined that the Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental background screening was not resubmitted after 90 days break of service. Technical assistance was provided to resubmit the background screening.
- Correction status
- Due by July 23, 2023
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- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-07
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
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, Counselor determined that the provider failed to maintain the employee roster. The Child Care Personnel listed on the attached supplemental was not added to the employee roster within 10 days. Technical assistance was provided to add or remove staff within ten days of the hire or departure date.
- Correction status
- Due by August 12, 2023
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- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-09
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- A five year employment history verification was not completed and on file prior to hire for the operator, program personnel, volunteers and substitutes. (Section 19.5, number 2) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Counselor determined that the Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental did not have a complete 5-year work history documented on file. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that five-year work history is completed (with no gaps in employment) and maintained.
- Correction status
- Due by August 12, 2023
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- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-13
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
- Report finding
- A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [6] children is required. A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [7] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Counselor observed 7 children in the 1-year-old 2-year-old classroom with 1 Child Care Personnel. Technical assistance was provided to always maintain correct ratio. Standard was brought into compliance when the provider moved a 2-year-old into another classroom. At the time of inspection, ratio was as follows. 1 year old 2-year-old 7:1 Child Care Personnel • 2-year-old 3-year-old 10:2 Child Care Personnel • 4-year-old 5-year-old 16:1 Child Care Personnel • Assistant •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Ratio Sufficient
- Official code
- 03-01
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- Children were left in high chairs or other confining devices outside of feeding times. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4.4, B
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Counselor observed two children listed on the supplemental in a highchair outside of feeding time. Technical assistance was provided that highchair is only used for feeding purposes. The standard was brought back into compliance when the Child Care Personnel removed the children from the highchair.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
- Official code
- 04-09
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, Counselor observed dust on the ceiling vents throughout the facility. Also, the baseboard throughout the facility appeared not clean. Also, red, and blue metal house structure on playground was not clean and appeared to have mildew. Technical assistance was provided to clean affected areas and to ensure daily cleaning are completed.
- Correction status
- Due by April 5, 2023
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- 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, Counselor observed the stairs leading out to the playground was not in good repair in that the wood covering the stairs was rotten and was covered with green outdoor carpet. Also, the white, blue and yellow, seesaw attached to the swing the screws were lose and had no seats. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that the effected areas repaired or replaced.
- Correction status
- Due by April 5, 2023
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- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- A potentially harmful item, [cleaning chemicals], was not labeled as required. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Counselor observed two spray bottles of chemicals in the bathroom without labels. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that spay bottles are labeled correctly.
- Correction status
- Due by March 16, 2023
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- 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 (hand sanitizer, paint, window cleaner and disinfectant wipes.) stored in unlocked cabinet in the bathroom that were accessible to the children in care. Technical assistance was provided to always store all chemicals away from the reach of the children.
- Correction status
- Due by March 16, 2023
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- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 13 - Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons
- Official code
- 13-03
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, Counselor observed the children in the 2-year-old 3-year-old classroom not a minimum distance of 18'' was not maintained between each napping/sleeping space. Technical assistance was provided to ensure at minimum of 18 between each napping/sleeping space.
- Correction status
- Due by April 5, 2023
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- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 19 - Nap/Sleep Space Requirements
- Official code
- 19-02
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Open packages of perishable or leftover foods were not [ properly covered or sealed, labeled with date]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, D
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Counselor observed an open pack of breaded fish sticks not properly covered/sealed in the freezer. Also, there was a frozen chicken leg and pancakes there were not labeled with date. Technical assistance was provided to ensure perishable food are covered and sealed and stored properly to prevent food contamination. Per CCF handbook, opened packages of perishable or leftover food items must be properly covered or sealed in containers or bags, labeled with the date, and properly stored and discarded within seven calendar days.
- Correction status
- Due by April 5, 2023
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- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-21
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Bottles and/or sippy cups brought from home were not labeled with childs first and last name. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.5, B Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Counselor observed the cups in the 1-year-old and 2-year-old classroom were not label with first and last names. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all cups are labeled.
- Correction status
- Due by April 5, 2023
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- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 28 - Bottles, Breastmilk, Formula and Infant Food
- Official code
- 28-02
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 stationary car on the playground with rust and wooden planks are splintering]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B and F Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, Counselor observed the red stationary car on the playground with rust. Also, the red stationary car wooden planks show signs on splintering. Technical assistance was provided to repair or replace the play equipment before the due date on the inspection. Also, to monitor all playground equipment for signs of wearing and damage and repair or replace.
- Correction status
- Due by March 16, 2023
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- 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 [stationary equipment ] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of inspection, Counselor observed less than 6 inch of ground cover or protective surface in the fall zone area around and underneath stationary play equipment. Technical Assistance was provided that at least 6 inches in depth of mulch is needed to comply with the standard. Additional mulch is needed to be in compliance. Per Child Care Facility Handbook Section 3.12, D 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. If ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 5, 2023
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- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-07
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documentation to show child care personnel had begun the introductory training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.1
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Counselor determined that the Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental did not begin introductory training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that Child Care Personnel start introductory training within 90 days of employment in the industry. This standard was brought back into compliance as the Child Care Personnel started training on 12/16/22.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-03
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- Employment history check did not include all required information including applicants, job title, description of regular duties, confirmation of employment dates, and level of job performance. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, D
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Counselor observed a Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental with incomplete 5-year work history in that it was missing applicants, job title, description of regular duties, confirmation of employment dates, and level of job performance. Technical assistance provided to ensure a complete 5 year work history completed on all Child Care Personnel.
- Correction status
- Due by April 5, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-05
No recorded violations in this report
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
Could you explain the current process for ensuring the facility's physical environment is kept in good repair and how you monitor for maintenance needs?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an April 2026 inspection show findings related to the facility's physical condition, including peeling paint and damaged furniture. Asking about the current maintenance process helps parents understand how the center proactively manages building upkeep.
- Context
- A later clean inspection occurred on 5/8/2026.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What are your current practices for ensuring that cribs are set up according to safety standards for infants?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from April 2026 noted findings regarding items placed in cribs that could pose a risk to infants. This question allows the director to explain the steps taken to ensure all sleep environments strictly follow safety guidelines.
- Context
- The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you verify that all transportation safety equipment, such as vehicle alarms, is functioning correctly before children are transported?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from April 2026 show a finding regarding a vehicle alarm system that was not in working condition. This question helps parents understand the routine checks performed on transportation equipment to ensure student safety.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your process for maintaining up-to-date background screening documentation for all staff members?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records from December 2025 show a finding regarding missing documentation for required staff background screenings. Asking about this process provides insight into how the center manages personnel records and regulatory compliance.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you ensure that all hazardous materials, such as cleaning supplies, are stored securely and out of reach of children at all times?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from November 2024 identified an issue where cleaning supplies were accessible to children. This question helps parents understand the current storage protocols and supervision practices used to keep hazardous items secure.
- Context
- The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection.
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