Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 2.48
- Local median
- 1.75
Dreamers Bilingual Academy LLC
1129 1st St S, Winter Haven, FL 33880
- License:
- C10PO0373
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 12, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, VPK, Food Served, Full Day, Infant Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:00AM to 5:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 32
- License expiration:
- October 31, 2026
Typical cost: $1,127 - $1,157 (Under 1)
Child’s age
$1,127 - $1,157/mo
Median daily rate: $52.00 - $53.40
Official Florida Division of Early Learning Polk County data.
Not this provider’s price.
Inspection snapshot
Recent higher-concern violation
At least one higher-concern violation appears in the last 12 months.
Next: Read reports, examine repeated topics below, look at the broader history, and ask what changed afterward.
Latest inspectionJune 17, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsApril 2, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 29 available inspections for Dreamers Bilingual Academy LLC from March 2, 2023 through June 17, 2026.
13 inspections recorded violations, with 72 recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on June 17, 2026 and involved equipment or readiness.
Hazardous access was a higher-concern topic that showed up in three inspections.
The available reports do not include a later inspection with no recorded violations after that violation.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 29
- Recorded violations
- 72
- Higher-concern violations
- 10
- Repeated topics
- 8
7 in last 12 months
14 in last 12 months
1 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
29 total inspections vs 13.5 local median in 33880
Compared to 36 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 28%
- Local median
- 27%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 45%
- Local median
- 50%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 8
- 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.
Staff training
Appeared across 6 inspections, with 10 recorded violations.
October 17, 2023February 23, 2024June 11, 2024October 1, 2024March 11, 2025September 22, 2025Health or food records
Appeared across 5 inspections, with 11 recorded violations.
August 17, 2023February 23, 2024May 20, 2025September 22, 2025June 17, 2026Facility condition
Appeared across 4 inspections, with 6 recorded violations.
August 17, 2023January 28, 2025September 22, 2025February 27, 2026Background screening
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
February 23, 2024June 11, 2024May 20, 2025Emergency preparedness
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
October 1, 2024January 28, 2025February 27, 2026Hazardous access
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
October 17, 2023February 23, 2024September 22, 2025Recordkeeping
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
October 1, 2024May 20, 2025June 17, 2026Equipment or readiness
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
May 20, 2025June 17, 2026Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Bottles and/or sippy cups brought from home were not labeled with childs first and last name. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.5, B Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed an infants bottles both in the classroom and stored in a mini refrigerator that were labeled with the childs first name only. The specialist advised the provider to add the childs last name to the bottles. The staff immediately labeled the bottles appropriately at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that childrens bottles and cups provided from home are labeled with childrens first and last names.
- 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: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- Toys, equipment and/or furnishings available to the children in care were not age appropriate in that [the two year old classroom medium sized heart shaped raw noodles that were stored in a sensory bin if ingested it can be a potential choking hazard for two year old children.]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.11, A Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed in the two year old classroom medium sized heart shaped raw noodles that were stored in a sensory bin used for play that were not age appropriate for the children present. The specialist explained to the staff that if ingested it can be a potential choking hazard for two year old children. The staff immediately removed the items from the bin at time of inspection. The staff stated she will replace the sensory bin with another item. TA was provided to ensure that toys, furniture and equipment stored indoor for children is age appropriate for the children present.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 31 - Indoor Equipment
- Official code
- 31-01
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 Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the Child Abuse and Neglect form for the child care personnel listed on the supplemental was not signed annually. The previous form was dated 5/16/2025. The current form is dated 6/2/2026. The staff has a current form on file but it was completed late. TA was provided to ensure that staff have a current Child abuse and neglect form signed annually. Specialist reviewed all 8 staff files.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed some parts of the facility not in good repair. In the front classroom, VPK and the classroom to the right year old classroom there was a light panel in both classroom with light bulbs out and not working properly. Also, throughout the facility to include in the restrooms, there were some ceiling tiles stained with wet stains. The provider advised that the air conditioner units caused some leak when the pan overflowed but the issue was repaired. TA was provided to ensure that the facility is observed in good repair by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by March 27, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- The written record of the fire drills was incomplete and did not include the following:[reflected monthly fire drills documented up to September 2025.]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.4, C Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the facilitys fire drill log which reflected monthly fire drills documented up to September 2025. The provider advised that fire drills were completed, however the provider could not produce documentation fire drills were completed in the months of October 2025- December 2025. The specialist advised the provider to make up the fire drills and document the completion on a log stating make up for the missed months. TA was provided to ensure that the monthly fire drills are made up and documented by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by March 27, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-08
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 Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the specialist observed all required handwashing sinks throughout the facility with hand washing procedures to include how to wash hands but not when. The specialist advised the provider that when to wash hands must be included on hand washing procedures required for handwashing sinks. The provider placed appropriate handwashing procedures emailed from specialist near all sinks at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that hand washing procedures to include how and when to wash hands are posted near handwashing sinks where toileting, diapering and food preparation take place.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 29 - Health and Sanitation
- Official code
- 29-16
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the sink cabinet combination in the bathroom not in good repair. The door of the cabinet had peeling paint and was missing a knob with the screw exposed. Inside the cabinet the bottom appears worn and falling apart. Technical assistance was provided to repair or replace the cabinet and to ensure that facility is in good repair. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that the ceiling vents are cleaning regularly. Also, to ensure to replace of stained ceiling tiles are replaced. •
- Correction status
- Due by November 1, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- The facilitys storage of harmful items including cleaning supplies, flammable products, and poisonous, toxic and hazardous materials allowed access by children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed a bag of pregnancy test under the sink in the childrens bathroom accessible to the children in care. It should be noted that the bag of pregnancy test clearly stated, Keep out of reach of children. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all hazardous materials are not accessible to children in care. This standard was brought back into compliance when provider removed the pregnancy test from under the sink. •
- 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: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Child care personnel working in the food preparation area did not wear proper head covering. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.1, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the Other Personnel cooking inside the kitchen without head covering. Technical assistance was provided that child care personnel, while working in the food preparation area, must wear proper head covering, such as a hair net or hat. This standard was brought back into compliance when Other Personnel put on a hair net. • Technical assistance was provided not to store food items next to childrens sunscreen. •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-13
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The facilitys refrigerator and/or freezer does not have an appropriate thermometer. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, F.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the Hotpoint chest freezer in the kitchen without a thermometer inside. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that an accurate thermometer designed to measure cold storage temperature must be placed inside each refrigeration and freezer unit. This standard was brought back into compliance when provider placed a thermometer inside the freezer. •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-23
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 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental did not have documented proof of 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. This standard was brought back into compliance when Director completed the In-Service Training Record. •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-08
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Child(ren) did not have a Florida Certification of Immunization (DH Form 680) or a Religious Exemption from Immunization (DH Form 681), on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the child listed on the supplemental did not have an immunization form 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 October 22, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-01
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist 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 October 22, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-02
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Child(ren) did not have a Student Health Examination/DH (Form 3040), or an equivalent health statement on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the child listed on the supplement did not have a Student Health Examination on file. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all children have current Student Health Examination on file.
- Correction status
- Due by October 22, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
- Official code
- 42-01
No recorded violations in this report
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 a shovel and garden rack on the playground accessible to the children care. Technical assistance was provided to remove the tools off the playground and store out of reach of children in care. This standard is brought back into compliance when provider removed the tools from 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
- Open packages of perishable or leftover foods were not [ properly covered or sealed]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, D Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed an open clear bag of sausage patties and waffles inside the white chest freezer in the kitchen. The bag was torn and/or open to the elements. Technical assistance was provided that 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. This standard was brought back into compliance when provided bagged up the properly package up the food items. •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-21
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The facility does not have documentation for all child care personnel on required annual refresher education of the facilitys exposure plan. CCF Handbook, Section 6 Health Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the Child Care Personnel did not have a current exposure plan training on file. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all Child Care Personnel have a current exposure plan on file.
- Correction status
- Due by June 19, 2025
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 35 - Communicable Disease Control
- Official code
- 35-12
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The personnel/ volunteer (ten hours or more per month) record did not include a CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form signed annually. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, C Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental did not have a current CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form signed on file. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that the Child Care Personnel must sign CF FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements annually. Licensing Specialist reviewed 7 Child Care Personnel files. • Technical assistance was provided to review all Personnel files to ensure all documents are present and accounted for. •
- Correction status
- Due by June 19, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-04
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- A complete CF-FSP Form 5131, Background Screening and Personnel File Requirements, was not on file for all employees. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1, A Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental did not have a complete CF-FSP Form 5131, Background Screening and Personnel File Requirements on file. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all Child Care Personnel have CF-FSP Form 5131, Background Screening and Personnel File Requirements on file.
- Correction status
- Due by June 19, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-01
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the 40 hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement. CCF Handbook Section 4.2.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3)
- Report comments
- At the time of reinspection, Licensing Specialist determined that Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental did not complete DCF introductory training. The Child Care Personnel industry start date is 4/5/23 and began training on 4/6/23. Child Care Personnel was supposed to complete introductory training on or before 7/6/24. As of the date of this inspection, Child Care Personnel has not completed DCF introductory training. Technical assistance was provided to ensure Child Care Personnel complete required DCF introductory training.
- Correction status
- Due by April 10, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-01
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documentation to show 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 reinspection, 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.
- Correction status
- Due by April 10, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-06
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 reinspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental did not complete required School Readiness preservice training. The Child Care Personnel was observed inside a classroom alone. 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 April 10, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-13
No recorded violations in this report
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 Physical Environment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of inspection, the facility failed to complete the facilitys daily indoor and outdoor checklist inspection. The provider was reminded that indoor and outdoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety and documented on a daily inspection log and any problems must be corrected before the play area is used by children. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that the facility is cleaned and dusted regularly. •
- Correction status
- Due by February 27, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-19
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- Emergency preparedness drills were not conducted when children were in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.5, B Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, the facility failed to conduct an emergency preparedness drill (lock down and inclement weather) during the previous licensing year. On 10/1/244, Provider was advised to completed lock down and inclement weather drill prior to licensing year ending. Technical assistance was provided that lockdown and inclement weather drills shall be conducted a minimum of one time each per operating year when children are in care and the documentation of these drills must be maintained for 12 months from the date of the drill. Provider was advised to completed lock down drill to satisfy last licensure year drill and Provider is responsible to complete another lock ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by February 7, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-15
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- Child care personnel failed to ensure arrival and departure times were complete and accurate at the time of arrival or departure. CCF Handbook, Section 7.5, B Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the sign-in and sign-out attendance form (attendance records) not accurately filled out. The forms were missing signatures and departure times. Technical assistance was provided that custodial parent or guardian may document the time when his/her child enters and departs the child care facility. However, the child care facility personnel are responsible for ensuring that attendance records are complete and accurate. • ENFORCEMENT
- Correction status
- Due by February 27, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 46 - Daily Attendance
- Official code
- 46-03
No recorded violations in this report
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 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Provider failed to have an approved annual fire inspection completed by the local fire authority. The facility had a fire inspection completed on 8/22/23 last year and on 8/30/24 this year. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that fire inspection is completed annually. This standard was brought back into compliance when provided had fire inspection completed. • Fire drill conducted 11/12/23, 12/18/23, 1/11/24, 2/5/24, 3/12/24, 4/17/24, 5/29/24, 6/17/24, 7/2/24, 8/6/24, and 9/17/24. • A fire drill was conducted today in the presence of the licensing authority. • Fire extinguisher serviced August 2024. • Technical assistance was provided to en ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-01
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 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental did not have documented proof of 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 October 31, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-08
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, Licensing Specialist determined that the Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental did not complete required School Readiness preservice training. The Child Care Personnel was observed inside a classroom alone. 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. This standard was brought back into compliance when provided completed training. •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-13
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- Personnel records or copies of records were not being maintained at the facility and available for review by the licensing authority. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Provider did not have 2 Child Care Personnel files available for licensing to review. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all files are maintained and available for the licensing agency to review. Licensing Specialist reviewed 4 Child Care Personnel files. •
- Correction status
- Due by October 31, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-01
No recorded violations in this report
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, Licensing Specialist reviewed all Child Care Personnel files and determined that the Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental did not start required DCF 40-hour introductory training within 90 days of employment. Technical assistance was provided that the Child Care Personnel begin required DCF 40-hour introductory training within 90 days of employment. This standard is brought back into compliance as the Child Care Personnel started introductory training on 5/14/24. •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-03
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, Licensing Specialist 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 July 11, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-09
No recorded violations in this report
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]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Counselor observed the cabinet sink combination in the bathroom unsecured with chemical inside. The child lock on the cabinet was unstable and fell off when touched. The chemical in the cabinet were Great Value glass cleaner, Microban bathroom cleaner, and Method Antibac bathroom cleaner. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all harmful items including cleaning supplies, flammable products, poisonous, toxic, and hazardous materials are not accessible to the children in care.
- Correction status
- Due by March 24, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 13 - Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons
- Official code
- 13-02
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 cribs in the infant classroom were back against the wall and next to each other with no spacing. Technical assistance was provided that a minimum of 18 inches must be maintained around individual napping and sleeping spaces. A maximum of two sides of a napping or sleeping space may be against a solid barrier, such as the wall.
- Correction status
- Due by March 24, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 19 - Nap/Sleep Space Requirements
- Official code
- 19-02
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the 40 hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement. CCF Handbook Section 4.2.1
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Counselor reviewed all Child Care Personnel files and determined that the Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental did not complete required DCF 40-hour introductory training. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff complete Part 1 and Part 2 of DCF 40-hour introductory training.
- Correction status
- Due by March 24, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-01
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documentation to show 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 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. The Child Care Personnel was supposed to complete the course on or before 9/12/23. 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 March 24, 2024
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 on file. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all Child Care Personnel have a current exposure plan on file.
- Correction status
- Due by March 24, 2024
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 35 - Communicable Disease Control
- Official code
- 35-12
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 Record Keeping [SR]
- 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 March 24, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-02
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- Background screening was not completed: [ after a 90-day break in service.] CCF Handbook, Section 5.2 Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Counselor determined that the Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental had a 90-day break in services and a background screening resubmission was not completed. Technical assistance was provided to rescreen any Child Care Personnel with a 90-day break in service.
- Correction status
- Due by March 24, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-07
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- Poisonous/toxic or cleaning products were not stored separately from food. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, C
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Counselor observed poisonous/toxic material (paint) stored on shelve next to infant snack (Gerber Snacks for Baby). Technical assistance was provided to ensure poisonous/toxic, or cleaning products stored separately from food. This standard was brought back into compliance when the item was removed from the shelf. •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-20
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 November 16, 2023
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-08
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Areas of the facility were found to be in need of cleaning. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of re-inspection, Counselor observed the facility not to be clean, dust was on the ceiling and vent ceiling. There was a lot of clutter and appeared unorganized. The refrigerator in the classroom with the capacity of 15 was not clean with spillage and had debris (hair). Also, the refrigerator/freezer in the kitchen had debris and old remnant of spillage that dried at the bottom. Baseboards throughout the facility were not cleaned and had dirt and dust. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that facilities is cleaned and sanitized on a routine basis. Develop and implement a cleaning schedule to ensure that cleaning occurs. Also, to clean the affected areas prior to due date.
- Correction status
- Due by September 16, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-01
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 mats available for children in care were not in good repair (torn) and were not covered with an impermeable surface. Technical assistance was provided to replace effected items and ensure that floor mats are covered with impermeable surface.
- Correction status
- Due by September 16, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 18 - Bedding and Linens
- Official code
- 18-06
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 re-inspection, Counselor observed a gallon of milk sitting on a chart 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 the provider put the milk in refrigerator.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 25 - Meals and Snacks
- Official code
- 25-15
No recorded violations in this report
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The facility's written plan of scheduled activities was not followed. CCF Handbook, Section 2.6 General Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, the facility's written plan of scheduled activities was not followed in that the children were outside on the playground for over an hour. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that the facility adhere to plan of scheduled activities.
- Correction status
- Due by July 28, 2023
More details
- 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 Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Counselor observed the facility not to be clean, it that cobweb and dust was on the ceiling, vent ceiling, and wall mounted fire extinguisher throughout the facility. Also, the area rugs were stained and dirty. There was a lot of clutter and appeared unorganized. The area near the restroom smelled of urine. The refrigerator in the classroom with the capacity of 15 was not clean and had debris at the bottom. Also, the refrigerator/freezer in the kitchen had debris and old remnant of spillage that dried at the bottom. Baseboards throughout the facility were not cleaned and had dirt and dust. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that facilities ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by July 28, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-01
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- There was evidence or the presence of rodent or vermin observed in the facility. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Counselor observe several Camponotus consobrinus (sugar ants) climbing up the wall in the kitchen near the dish washing sink. Technical assistance was provided to ensure treat and rid the facility of Camponotus consobrinus (sugar ants) by due date.
- Correction status
- Due by July 28, 2023
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- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-09
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 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 on a daily inspection log and any problems must be corrected before the play area is used by children.
- Correction status
- Due by July 28, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-19
Higher concern: Sleep safety
- Report finding
- The bedding available was not safe and poses a threat to the health, safety or well-being of a child in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1 Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, Counselor observed 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 July 8, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 18 - Bedding and Linens
- Official code
- 18-02
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Child care personnel working in the food preparation area did not wear proper head covering. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.1, B Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, the Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental was cooking inside the kitchen without head covering. The Child Care Personnel was cutting up watermelon and washing dishes. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that head covering are using while preparing food.
- Correction status
- Due by July 28, 2023
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-13
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Stored food was not consumed or discarded on or before the expiration date listed by the manufacturer. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, B
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Counselor observed Gerber Natural for Baby green been (expired May 31, 2023) inside the infant room. Also, Triscuits crackers (expired June 23, 2023) and Sun-Maid raisins (expired February 2, 2023) inside the kitchen. Technical assistance provided to discarded on or before the expiration date listed by the manufacturer.
- Correction status
- Due by July 28, 2023
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-18
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 Great Value Mango Chucks not sealed or dated inside the freezer. Also, Birds Eye stir-fry veggies and sauces not sealed or dated inside the freezer. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that perishable or leftover foods are stored properly (labeled, dated, sealed, etc.).
- Correction status
- Due by July 28, 2023
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-21
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Open packages of dried goods were not [ properly covered or sealed]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, E
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Counselor observed an unsealed package of Sun-Maid raisins (it should be noted that camponotus consobrinus (sugar ants) were observed on the wall near this item). Also, unsealed bag of Great Value mini pretzel twists, Great Value tortilla chips, and Great Value cheddar cheese cracker on a shelf. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that dried goods are stored properly (labeled, dated, sealed, etc.).
- Correction status
- Due by July 28, 2023
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-22
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Children were provided food that was not age appropriate and/or posed a choking hazard. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, B & C Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Counselor observed 1 year old children eating sub sandwiches cut in half. Technical assistance was provided that toddlers must have their food cut a half an inch or smaller to prevent choking.
- Correction status
- Due by July 28, 2023
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 25 - Meals and Snacks
- Official code
- 25-02
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Formula and/or food brought from home was not labeled with the childs first and last name. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.6, B
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Counselor observed breastmilk in kitchen that was not labeled with childs first and last name. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all breastmilk, food, formula is labeled with childs first and last name.
- Correction status
- Due by July 28, 2023
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 28 - Bottles, Breastmilk, Formula and Infant Food
- Official code
- 28-04
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 September 25, 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 on file. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all Child Care Personnel have a current exposure plan on file.
- Correction status
- Due by July 28, 2023
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 35 - Communicable Disease Control
- Official code
- 35-12
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility had an inadequate number of child care personnel appropriately trained in CPR to maintain coverage both on-site and on field trips. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4, B Health Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Counselor determined that the facility had an inadequate number of Child Care Personnel with first aid training. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that adequate number of Child Care Personnel had first aid training.
- Correction status
- Due by July 28, 2023
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 36 - CPR Requirements
- Official code
- 36-03
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facility did not have an adequate number of child care personnel appropriately trained in first aid to maintain coverage both on- site and on field trips. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4, B Health Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Counselor determined that the facility had an inadequate number of Child Care Personnel with first aid training. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that adequate number of Child Care Personnel had first aid training.
- Correction status
- Due by July 28, 2023
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 37 - First Aid Requirements
- Official code
- 37-02
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facility's first aid kit was missing the following items: [ Scissors]. CCF Handbook, Section 6.2, C Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Counselor observed the facility first aid kit missing scissors. Technical assistance was provided to ensure a complete first aid kit is available. A list of first aid kit items was reviewed and emailed to the provider today.
- Correction status
- Due by July 28, 2023
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 37 - First Aid Requirements
- Official code
- 37-06
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The facility did not maintain documentation that the parent(s) or legal guardian(s) of each child were provided information regarding the potential for distracted adults to fail to drop off a child and leave them in the car annually during the months of April and September in that [Provider advised she did not complete the brochure]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.3, C.5.
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, Counselor reviewed all childrens files determined that no children had a Distracted Adult brochure in their file for April 2023. Technical assistance was given to the provider as a reminder that the distracted adult brochure must be distributed twice annually only during the months of April & September and a copy placed in the child's file. Director advised that 29 children are enrolled, counselor reviewed all childrens files.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 43 - Enrollment Information
- Official code
- 43-10
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The personnel/ volunteer (ten hours or more per month) record did not include a CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form signed annually. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, C Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Counselor determined that the Child Care Personnel listed on supplemental did not have current CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form signed annually. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that the CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form are signed annually. reviewed all Child Care Personnel and Volunteer files, totaling 8.
- Correction status
- Due by July 28, 2023
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
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 both refrigerator (in VPK classroom and kitchen) no clean with debris, hair, and brown liquid spillage at the bottom. Also, the restroom near the back left side of the facility to no be clean, there was debris and dirty behind the toilet. Technical assistance was provided to clean affected areas and to ensure daily cleaning are completed.
- Correction status
- Due by April 1, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-01
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- During the facilitys licensure year, fire drills utilizing the approved alarm system were not conducted monthly at various dates and times when children were in care [November 2022, December 2022, January 2023, and February 2023]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.4, A Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, Counselor reviewed the facility's fire drill log and observed the facility failed to conduct a fire drill during the months of November 2022, December 2022, January 2023, and February 2023. Technical assistance was given to the provider as a reminder that fire drills must be completed monthly while children are in care. Fire Drill was conducted 10/24/2022. Emergency preparedness drill conducted 6/8/22 (lockdown). Fire extinguisher serviced August 2022. A fire drill was conducted today in the presence of the Department placing the facility back into compliance.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-06
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Stored food was not consumed or discarded on or before the expiration date listed by the manufacturer. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, B
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Counselor observed Parents Choice Organic Strawberry Rice Rusks in the infant room expired (December 19, 2022). Technical assistance provided to discarded on or before the expiration date listed by the manufacturer. Standard was brought back into compliance when Child Care Personnel threw the items away.
- 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
- 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 whole wheat tortilla, open lunch meat and cheese in a bowl that cover fully with aluminum foil in the kitchen refrigerator. Neither item was sealed or dated. 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 1, 2023
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-21
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, children in an infant and one-year-old was observed eating waffles that were not cut in inches - inches. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that one-year-old have their food cut in inches - inch or smaller to prevent choking.
- Correction status
- Due by April 1, 2023
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 25 - Meals and Snacks
- Official code
- 25-02
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 of inspection, Counselor observed the facilitys posted menu dated 2/13/23-2/17/23. The facility did not a current menu posted at the beginning of the week. Technical assistance was provided to ensure menus are posted at the beginning of the week.
- Correction status
- Due by April 1, 2023
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 26 - Meal and Snack Menus
- Official code
- 26-01
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 bottles and cups throughout the facility that were not labeled with first and last names. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all bottles and cups are labeled with the childs first and last names.
- Correction status
- Due by April 1, 2023
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 28 - Bottles, Breastmilk, Formula and Infant Food
- Official code
- 28-02
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Formula and/or food brought from home was not labeled with the childs first and last name. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.6, B
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Counselor observed breastmilk in both refrigerator (VPK classroom and kitchen) not labeled with childs first and last name. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all breastmilk, food, formula are labeled with childs first and last name.
- Correction status
- Due by April 1, 2023
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 28 - Bottles, Breastmilk, Formula and Infant Food
- Official code
- 28-04
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.
- Correction status
- Due by April 9, 2023
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-03
Higher concern: Medication
- Report finding
- A prescription or non-prescription medication, specifically [wound dressing, botanical nutrition, diaper rash cream, and saline nasal spray], was dispensed without written authorization from the custodial parent or legal guardian. CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, A and K Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Counselor observed several non-prescription medications in the infant's and one year old classroom without Authorization for Prescription and non-prescription medication on file. Technical assistance provided to ensure written authorization prior to provided medication to children in care.
- Correction status
- Due by March 12, 2023
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 40 - Medication
- Official code
- 40-01
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 Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Counselor determined that the Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental did not have current Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form signed annually. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form are signed annually. The standard was brought back into compliance when the Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental signed a current Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form. Counselor reviewed all Child Care Personnel, totaling 6 files.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-04
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 describe your current process for ensuring that all potentially hazardous items are kept securely out of reach of children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records show that inspectors have identified instances where hazardous materials were accessible to children in the facility. This question helps you understand the current safety protocols for storage and how the center ensures these items remain inaccessible.
- Context
- The facility has had multiple findings related to hazardous access in recent years, which were addressed at the time of inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps does your center take to ensure all staff background screening documents and employee rosters are kept current and complete?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records show a pattern of issues regarding the maintenance of required background screening documentation and employee rosters. Asking about this process helps you learn how the administration manages these critical personnel records to stay in compliance.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you ensure that all toys and materials provided in classrooms are age-appropriate for the children in that specific group?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report noted an instance where materials provided for play were not age-appropriate and posed a potential hazard. This question allows you to understand how the staff evaluates and selects materials to ensure they are safe for the developmental stage of the children.
- Context
- This issue was corrected immediately at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
Can you walk me through your daily routine for inspecting the facility and play areas to ensure everything is clean and in good repair?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records indicate repeated findings regarding facility cleanliness and maintenance. This question helps you understand the center's daily checklist process and how they proactively identify and fix maintenance needs.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How does your team stay organized with the various health and immunization records required for each child?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available records show several instances where health or immunization documentation was missing or expired. Asking about their record-keeping system helps you understand how the center tracks these important documents to ensure they remain up to date.
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