Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 2.24
- Local median
- 0.88
Little Footsteps Academy
4718 Old Road 37, Lakeland, FL 33813
- License:
- C10PO0407
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 12, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, VPK, After School, Before School, Food Served, Full Day, Infant Care, Transportation, Weekend Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Sun: 7:00AM to 6:00PM
- Capacity:
- 146
- License expiration:
- August 25, 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 inspectionApril 24, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsDecember 16, 2025
Summary
This summary covers 34 available inspections for Little Footsteps Academy from January 25, 2023 through April 24, 2026.
21 inspections recorded violations, with 76 recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on April 24, 2026 and involved equipment or readiness.
Medication was a higher-concern topic that showed up in two inspections.
The available reports do not include a later inspection with no recorded violations after that violation.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 34
- Recorded violations
- 76
- Higher-concern violations
- 25
- Repeated topics
- 10
7 in last 12 months
13 in last 12 months
3 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
34 total inspections vs 12 local median in 33813
Compared to 22 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 41%
- Local median
- 11%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 62%
- Local median
- 44%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 10
- Local average
- 2.05
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Health or food records
Appeared across 7 inspections, with 10 recorded violations.
December 18, 2023April 25, 2024August 15, 2024December 5, 2024January 7, 2025August 13, 2025March 17, 2026Facility condition
Appeared across 7 inspections, with 10 recorded violations.
August 22, 2023December 18, 2023April 25, 2024August 15, 2024April 24, 2025August 13, 2025November 12, 2025Staff training
Appeared across 6 inspections, with 6 recorded violations.
August 22, 2023December 18, 2023April 25, 2024August 15, 2024December 5, 2024March 17, 2026Administrative posting
Appeared across 5 inspections, with 5 recorded violations.
December 18, 2023April 25, 2024December 5, 2024April 24, 2025May 29, 2025Equipment or readiness
Appeared across 5 inspections, with 7 recorded violations.
December 18, 2023August 15, 2024April 24, 2025March 17, 2026April 24, 2026Background screening
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
August 22, 2023December 18, 2023April 25, 2024Hazardous access
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
December 5, 2024April 24, 2025Staff-to-child ratio
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
March 27, 2024April 25, 2024Supervision
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
August 9, 2023May 29, 2025Transportation
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
August 22, 2023April 25, 2024Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- Toys, equipment and/or furnishings were not maintained in a sanitary condition and not cleaned and sanitized or disinfected following exposure to bodily fluids. CCF Handbook, Section 3.11, B Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of reinspection, Licensing Specialist observed toy cart in the bathroom. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that toys are not stored in the restroom that are used for childrens use. Also, toys, equipment, and furnishings must be safe and maintained in a sanitary condition following a routine schedule of cleaning, sanitizing and disinfecting. These items must be cleaned and sanitized or disinfected immediately or prior to another childs use if exposed to bodily fluids, such as saliva. This standard was brought back into compliance when the cart was removed from the bathroom. •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 31 - Indoor Equipment
- Official code
- 31-05
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facilitys outdoor play area contained litter, nails, glass or other hazards that posed a low potential for harm to children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the fence surrounding the garden with algae. Children were observed putting their hands on the algae on the fence. Technical assistance was provided to ensure the outdoor play area must be clean and free from litter, nails, glass and other hazards.
- Correction status
- Due by April 16, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-01
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 Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed breastmilk in the mini refrigerator/freezer in the infant classroom were not labeled with childs first and last name. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all breast milk, food, and formula are labeled with childs first and last name. This standard was brought back into compliance when Provider labeled the breastmilk. •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 28 - Bottles, Breastmilk, Formula and Infant Food
- Official code
- 28-04
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- Toys, equipment and/or furnishings were not maintained in a sanitary condition and not cleaned and sanitized or disinfected following exposure to bodily fluids. CCF Handbook, Section 3.11, B Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed toy cart and globe in the bathroom. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that toys are not stored in the restroom that are used for childrens use. Also, toys, equipment, and furnishings must be safe and maintained in a sanitary condition following a routine schedule of cleaning, sanitizing and disinfecting. These items must be cleaned and sanitized or disinfected immediately or prior to another childs use if exposed to bodily fluids, such as saliva.
- Correction status
- Due by April 16, 2026
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 31 - Indoor Equipment
- Official code
- 31-05
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documentation to show completion of a Department approved five-hour early literacy and language development course for child care personnel within 12 months of date of employment in child care industry and/or the early literacy course documentation was not uploaded in the Florida Pathways/Registry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.2 and 4.5, C
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental did not complete a department approved five-hour early literacy and language development course within 12 months of date of employment in child care industry. Technical assistance was provided to ensure Child Care Personnel complete the Department approved five-hour early literacy and language development prior to due date.
- Correction status
- Due by April 16, 2026
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-06
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- The floor mats available for children in care were not covered with an impermeable surface. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1, D Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed several torn and ripped nap mats for the children in care. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all nap mats are in good repair and with impermeable surface. This standard was brought back into compliance when Provider removed the torn/ripped nap mats. •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 18 - Bedding and Linens
- Official code
- 18-06
Higher concern: Medication
- Report finding
- A prescription or non-prescription medication, specifically [nebulizer treatment], 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, Licensing Specialist observed medication (nebulizer) for the Child listed on the supplemental who did not have a parent authorization form on file. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that medication authorization must be on file.
- Correction status
- Due by December 12, 2025
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 40 - Medication
- Official code
- 40-01
Higher concern: Medication
- Report finding
- A medication, [nebulizer treatment], brought to the center for administration, was not in its original container. CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, C Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the for a child in care not inside its original container with medication name, contact information of the physician and/or pharmacy, childs name, name of medication, and medication direction. Technical assistance was provided that Prescription and non-prescription medication brought to the child care facility by the custodial parent or legal guardian must be in the original container. Prescription medication must have a label stating the name and contact information of the physician and/or pharmacy, childs name, name of the medication, and medication directions. All prescription and non-prescription medication must be ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by December 12, 2025
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 40 - Medication
- Official code
- 40-04
Higher concern: Medication
- Report finding
- Medication which had expired or is no longer being administered was not discarded or returned to the custodial parent or legal guardian. CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, H Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed expired medication in the medicine cabinet for the children in care. There was inhaler expired 12/31/24, Zyrtec expired May 2025, and Mortin infant drops expired August 2025. Technical assistance was provided that medication that has expired or that is no longer being dispensed must be returned to the custodial parent or legal guardian or discarded.
- Correction status
- Due by December 12, 2025
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 40 - Medication
- Official code
- 40-17
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, the Licensing specialist observed multiple ceiling tiles stained with wet spots, stained. The ceiling tiles were observed in the older 3 year old classroom on the left side from the main hallway and the first VPK classroom closest to the office in the restroom. TA was provided to ensure the ceiling tile in the two year old classroom near infants observed with a hole in the ceiling tile near the classroom entrance door is replaced. Per provider a camera was removed from the area. TA was provided to ensure that the facility is in good repair by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by September 12, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
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]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist determined that the facility did not have an approved annual fire inspection completed annually. The current inspection was completed on 7/7/2025. The previous fire inspection was dated on 6/18/2024. TA was provided to ensure that the facility completes an annual fire inspection and documents on file for Licensing to review. At the time of the inspection, Licensing counselor observed the providers last fire drill was conducted on _____8/12/2025________. The provider conducted a lockdown drill on _____4/25/2025________ and a weather drill conducted on _____7/18/2025____. The fire extinguishers were last tagged on __June_ 2025 ... [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: 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]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed packages of frozen food stored in freezers in the food preparation area that were not labeled with the food item name and dated with the expiration date. TA was provided to ensure that the frozen food items stored are labeled with name and date of expiration by the due date. According to the provider the hand washing sink in the infant classroom used for food preparation the hot water ran for 4 minutes. The water was remeasured and measured to 106.4.
- Correction status
- Due by September 12, 2025
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-24
Medium concern: Incident records
- Report finding
- Child care personnel failed to share the accident/incident form with the custodial parent/ legal guardian or the individual authorized to pick up child on the day that the incident occurred. CCF Handbook, Section 6.4, B & D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed a few children with incident reports that were dated with the date of the incident however, when the parent/guardian signed the forms and dated them they were not provided on the same date as the incident. TA was provided to ensure that incident reports are provided to parents/guardians and are acknowledged on the same date the incident occurred.
- Correction status
- Due by September 12, 2025
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 39 - Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation
- Official code
- 39-04
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The facility used electronic media that was not for educational purposes or for physical activity for children 2 years of age and older. CCF Handbook, Section 2.6, C General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed some four year old as well as aged children in the middle classroom typically used for the second VPK classroom watching Bluey. The specialist advised the staff that the cartoon was not educational and asked if a different program can be turned on in replace of Bluey. The counselor suggested Blippi or the magic school bus. The staff immediately turned on the magic school bus for the children at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that children in care are offered media that is used for educational purposes.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 09 - Planned Activities
- Official code
- 09-07
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- A health deficiency having a low potential for harm to the children in care was observed. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed in the main hallway of classes two mop bucket filled with water and chemical being stored in the hallway unsupervised. At that time parents were picking children up and the specialist observed the three year old children coming back into their classroom from the playground; the first mop bucket was stored directly in front of their classroom door. The other mop bucket was stored outside of the classroom with school aged children across from a two year old classroom. The provider explained that around 3pm they close some classrooms and the teacher clean the classrooms to include mopping the floors. The specialist ask ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-03
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 a few floor tiles chipped and missing pieces in the restroom of the first VPK classroom near infants as well as the three year old classroom across from the first VPK classroom near the sink with cabinets and drawers. Also, the specialist observed some paint chipping on the walls in the one year old classroom near the office in reach of children on the wall near the light switch. The provider is encouraged to paint the areas of the wall that paint is chipped as soon as the facility is made aware. TA was provided to ensure that the facility is in good repair by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by May 23, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- A potentially harmful item, [the provider what the solution was and the staff replied, a disinfectant], was not labeled as required. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the a spray bottle storing a clear solution on near the sink in the second VPK half day program classroom. The specialist asked the provider what the solution was and the staff replied, a disinfectant. The specialist asked the provider to label the bottle with the chemical name. The provider had the bottle labeled at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that toxic and hazardous material stored in spray bottles are labeled at all times.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 13 - Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons
- Official code
- 13-01
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facility did not provide shade on the playground. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, C Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed both playgrounds for younger and older children with no shade. The provider advised that they removed the shade near the time of the last rain storm and are brainstorming a more durable material and post to use for shade. The specialist suggested that a temporary form of shade is added to the playgrounds as soon as possible as a requirement adequate shade must be present on the playgrounds. The provider advised that they will add temporary shade soon such as: a tent until a permanent form of shade is solidified. TA was provided to ensure that shade is added to both childrens playgrounds by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by May 23, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-03
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The facility's menu was not [ did not have substitutions noted]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, H Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the food preparation personnel serving breakfast to children in care. The specialist observed the plates with waffles, peaches sliced and milk. Later the specialist observed in the young two year old classroom the personnel delivered breakfast to the classroom which consisted of pancakes and diced pears and milk. The personnel advised that she ran out of certain food items as its towards the end of the week. The staff advised that she did add the substitution peaches to the menu posted in the lobby area, but the staff did not add pancakes as a substitution. Later in the inspection, the personnel fully noted all of t ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 26 - Meal and Snack Menus
- Official code
- 26-01
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- Toys, equipment and/or furnishings were not maintained in a sanitary condition and not cleaned and sanitized or disinfected following exposure to bodily fluids. CCF Handbook, Section 3.11, B Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed plush and plastic toys in the first one year old classroom near the office as well as the older one year old classroom with toys that were heavily stained with stains and dirt/ debris build up on toys. In the older one year old classroom the specialist observed green and white plush soccer ball and stuffed brown dog. In the younger one year old classroom the specialist observed a black and white also plush soccer ball and the plastic walking push toys were observed with dirt/ debris build up. Also, in the infant classroom a boppy pillowcase was observed with milk stains and food stains on the cover. At the time of i ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by May 23, 2025
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 31 - Indoor Equipment
- Official code
- 31-05
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The food preparation area does not have a hand washing station or the hand washing station did not include the following: [the provider stated that they have been preparing infant formula and breastmilk bottles in the infant classroom. The provider then expressed that the provider and owner were unclear and had additional questions on the standard.]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.1, A.7. Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the of inspection, the provider stated that they have been preparing infant formula and breastmilk bottles in the infant classroom. The provider then expressed that the provider and owner were unclear and had additional questions on the standard. The provider and specialist discussed the non compliance and the specialist offered suggestions on how to remain in compliance for the standard as well as answered all of the questions the provider had at time of inspection. The provider and owner discussed the options for compliance and stated that for the remainder of the day as well as going forward infants bottles will be prepared in the food preparation area of the facility. ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-09
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The facility failed to include their license number when advertising. s.402.318, F.S.
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed an advertising sign in the parking lot facing the street Old Road 37 that did not include the facilitys license number on the sign. TA was provided to ensure that all advertising for the facility includes the facilitys license number.
- Correction status
- Due by January 3, 2025
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 01 - License Displayed/Citation Posted/Advertising
- Official code
- 01-03
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 Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed paint peeling on the corner of the wall and also drywall exposed across from the restroom in the two year old classroom. Also, paint peeling was observed in the restroom inside the three year old classroom, called giraffes. Both areas needing to be repainted were observed low to the wall accessible to children in care. TA was provided to ensure that the areas in the facility are repainted and in good repair by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by January 3, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The food preparation area does not have a hand washing station or the hand washing station did not include the following: [the Licensing specialist observed the infant classroom with formula in the classroom and staff stated that they prepare bottles in the classroom but no additional sink was present for food preparation]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.1, A.7. Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the infant classroom with formula in the classroom and staff stated that they prepare bottles in the classroom but no additional sink was present for food preparation. The specialist advised the provider that when bottles are prepared in the classroom a designated sink is required that must have hot water that reaches a minimum of 100 degrees. TA was provided to ensure that a sink or portable sink is added to the classroom that meet requirement by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by January 3, 2025
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-09
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, the Licensing specialist determined that the child care personnel listed on the supplemental did not start a DCF training course from part 1 or part 2 of introductory courses within 90 days of working in the industry. The staff did start a DCF course but late on 10/16/2024. The staff started at the facility and industry on 6/28/2024. TA was provided to ensure that child care personnel start a training course within 90 days of working in the industry.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-03
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- A health 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, the counselor observed the fire extinguisher in the vehicle used to transport not mounted and placed at the back of the van on the floor. The counselor advised the provider that the fire extinguisher should be mounted to eliminate a safety hazard. TA was provided to ensure that fire extinguisher is mounted or secured in place by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by September 13, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-03
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 (Section 17.3, number 3) Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the one year old classroom near the front office eating breakfast and the children were offered whole sliced peaches. The counselor advised the provider that the peaches must be cut up for the toddlers into size or smaller to prevent a choking hazard. The counselor asked the staff to cut the peaches to smaller size and the staff immediately cut the peaches for the children to eat at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that food provided to infants and toddlers are the appropriate size to prevent a choking hazard.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 25 - Meals and Snacks
- Official code
- 25-02
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- 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, the counselor observed in the three year old classroom in the restroom the hand washing sink did not include situational times of when to wash your hands posted. The provider immediately placed a hand washing sign near the hand washing sink that included both when and how to wash hands at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that hand washing procedures are posted near all hand washing stations that include both how and when to wash hands.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 29 - Health and Sanitation
- Official code
- 29-16
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Diaper changing procedure was not posted in the changing area and/or was not followed. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, L
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the staff in both one year old classrooms as well as the three year old classroom change a childs diaper and not follow all steps, specifically washing the childs hands after diapering. Also, in the three year old classroom the staff was observed changing a childs diaper, then changing gloves and grabbing the next child to change. The counselor immediately advised the staff that she should sanitize the surface in between diaper changes, wash her hands as well as the childs hands and then change gloves to diaper the next child. The staff washed her hands, the child's hands as well as sanitized the diapering surface at time of i ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
- Official code
- 30-14
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, the counselor determined that the child care personnel listed on the supplemental failed to complete and document completion of fire extinguisher training and place on file for Licensing to review within 30 days of employment at the facility. TA was provided to ensure that the staff completes the fire extinguisher training by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by September 13, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-09
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facility's first aid kit was missing the following items: [ Soap and hand sanitizer]. CCF Handbook, Section 6.2, C (Section 13.5) Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the first aid kit in the vehicle missing soap. The provider immediately added a bar of soap to the first aid kit at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that first aid kits are complete with all required items.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 37 - First Aid Requirements
- Official code
- 37-06
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Child(ren) did not have a Student Health Examination/DH (Form 3040), or an equivalent health statement on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2, C (Section 19.2, number 1) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, the counselor determined that the child listed on the supplemental did not have a Medical physical form on file within 30 days of enrollment. The childs enrollment date was 6/24/2024. TA was provided to ensure that the child has a current medical physical on file by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by September 13, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
- Official code
- 42-01
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 [11 two year old children] children is required. A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [12 two year old children] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Initial 2 staff; 11 children ages three and four years old 2 staff; 11 children ages two and three years old 3 staff; 13 children ages one year old 1 staff; 3 infants 2 other staff At time of inspection the counselor conducted multiple checks on ratio after the initial ratio at time of arrival at the facility. During one of the multiple times counselor visually checked ratio she observed the two year old classroom with 1 staff and 12 children ages two years old. The counselor advised the staff that she was over ratio. The staff replied that she knew and that she called to the staff in charge over the walkie. The counselor advised that the other open two year old classroom of ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Ratio Sufficient
- Official code
- 03-01
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The facility's driver did not have [ An annual physical examination which grants medical approval to drive]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.1 General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the counselor determined that the facilitys driver did not have a current medical drivers physical granting approval to drive. The staffs last medical physical was dated on 3/16/2023 and is valid for one year. The counselor reviewed transportation logs for the last several weeks and observed the driver listed on the supplemental transported children in care. The provider sent the staff to complete a physical at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the driver has a current medical physicals completed annually.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 06 - Driver's License, Physician Certification & First Aid/CPR Training
- Official code
- 06-01
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The facility used electronic media that was not for educational purposes or for physical activity for children 2 years of age and older. CCF Handbook, Section 2.6, C General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the three and four year old classroom watching Bluey on the television. The counselor reminded the staff that media must be used for educational purposes. The staff replied that she turns on the shows that the children ask for. The counselor advised the staff that during hours of care children must have educational options offered if media is being used. The provider turned the program off and turned the television off at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the television is used for educational purposes if media is offered to children in care. Not Monitored Comments At the time of inspection, the provider advis ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 09 - Planned Activities
- Official code
- 09-07
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, the counselor observed the upright refrigerator, freezer combos in the kitchen in need of cleaning. The refrigerator on the left had a sticky substance spilled in the drawer at the bottom of the refrigerator. The refrigerator to the right had milk residue and other stains at the bottom of the refrigerator. The counselor also observed the shared restroom near the VPK classrooms in need of cleaning the toilet was stained with urine on the seat and at the base of the toilet in need of cleaning. The provider had staff to clean the areas at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the areas of facility are clean and maintained.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-01
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, the counselor observed a childs bottle or sippy cups sent from home that was not labeled with the childs first and last name. The counselor advised staff that the childs full name must be labeled on the bottle. The staff immediately labeled the bottle with the childs name at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that all childrens bottles or cups sent from home are labeled with the childrens first and last names.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 28 - Bottles, Breastmilk, Formula and Infant Food
- Official code
- 28-02
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, the counselor determined that the child care personnel listed on the supplemental did not complete required DCF introductory training within 12 months of working in the industry. Staff 1 started in the industry on 4/1/2019. The staff completed 40 hour required training but late. Staff 2 started in the industry on 11/8/2016. TA was provided to ensure that staff completes required training by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by May 24, 2024
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- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-01
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, the counselor determined that the child care personnel listed on the supplemental listed on the supplemental did not complete exposure plan training annually. The last training staff completed was on 3/13/2023. TA was provided to ensure that the exposure plan training is completed by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by May 24, 2024
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- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 35 - Communicable Disease Control
- Official code
- 35-12
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- Child care personnels Level 2 documentation was incomplete in that [ A copy of out-of-state child abuse and neglect registry search is missing.]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1, D, E, and F
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, the counselor determined that the child care personnel listed on the supplemental did not have a search initiated from the additional state that the staff lived in within the past five years. The provider completed a out of state sexual offender search but failed to initiate a search for child abuse and neglect registry for out of state for Puerto Rico. Provider reached out the Puerto Rico by email to initiate a search for staff at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the provider initiates a search for child care personnel for a check child abuse and neglect registry for out of state.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-11
Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
- Report finding
- A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [4 (infants) 11 (2-year-old)] children is required. A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [5 (infants) 12 (2-year-old)] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. General Requirements [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed infant classroom with 5 infants with 1 Child Care Personnel and the 2-year-old classroom with 12 children with 1 Child Care Personnel. Technical assistance was provided to ensure correct ratio is always maintained. This standard was brought back into compliance when additional teacher arrived. • At the time of inspection, ratio was as follows. Infants 5:1 Child Care Personnel • 1-year-old 11:2 Child Care Personnel • 2-year-old 12:1 Child Care Personnel • 3-year-old 4-year-old 16:1 Child Care Personnel • Director • Corrected Infants 10:3 Child Care Personnel • 1-year-old 10:2 Child Care Personnel • 1-year-old 12:2 Child ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Ratio Sufficient
- Official code
- 03-01
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- During nap time, lighting was insufficient to visually observe and supervise children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.3.1, C Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the counselor observed 3 classrooms that had access to a lamp that was used at time of inspection but not in an area where children were present napping or not turned on during nap time. Counselor advised provider that childrens faces need to be able to be seen with sufficient light during nap time. The provider moved the lamps in the three and four year old classroom as well as the one year old classroom to an area closer to where children were napping in order to see the children. Provider turned on a lamp in the two year old classroom that was not being used and was so dark you were not able to see children sleeping at time of inspection. TA was ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 14 - Lighting, Temperature, and Ventilation
- Official code
- 14-03
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, the counselor observed children in multiple classrooms not spaced 18 inches apart while napping. The counselor observed in the one year old classroom near the office as well as the other one year old classroom and the two year old classroom with children sleeping on mats not spaced 18 inches apart. At time of inspection, the provider moved children to space them 18 inches apart. TA was provided to ensure that the children are placed at least 18 inches apart on mats while sleeping at all times.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 19 - Nap/Sleep Space Requirements
- Official code
- 19-02
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- A refrigerator was observed without a thermometer or with a thermometer showing a temperature reading greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, F.1.
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the stainless steel refrigerator/ freezer upright combo with no thermometer in the refrigerator section. TA was provided to ensure that the refrigerator has a thermometer by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by January 17, 2024
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- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 25 - Meals and Snacks
- Official code
- 25-07
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- A freezer was observed without a thermometer or with a thermometer showing a temperature reading greater than 0 degrees Fahrenheit. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, F.1.
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the counselor observed multiple freezers without a thermometer. The mini refrigerator/freezer combo in the infant classroom, in the kitchen the stainless steel refrigerator/ freezer upright combo as well as the white upright refrigerator/freezer combo next to the stainless steel refrigerator/ freezer combo. TA was provided to ensure that the freezers have a thermometer by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by January 17, 2024
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- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 25 - Meals and Snacks
- Official code
- 25-08
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, the counselor observed all of the menus throughout the classroom and lobby to be not dated with the current week menu. The counselor observed a menu for week 4 that was dated with last week's date 12/11-12/15. Counselor determined that the current menu for this week should be labeled week 1, with this weeks current weekly dates. Provider immediately had kitchen staff to update the menus at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that weekly menus are posted at the start of the week and placed in an area that can be easily seen.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 26 - Meal and Snack Menus
- Official code
- 26-01
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
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the child care personnel listed on the supplemental did not complete DCF required 5 hour Literacy course within 12 months from the date of employment in the industry. Staff started in the industry on 10/11/2022 and failed to complete the training by 10/11/2023. TA was provided to ensure child care personnel completes the training by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by January 17, 2024
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- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-06
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facilitys posted emergency information did not include the following: [ directions to the facility; including major intersections and local landmarks]. CCF Handbook, Section 6.3, A Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the facilitys emergency numbers posted did not include written directions to the facility. TA was provided to ensure that written directions to the facility is also included near phone and emergency numbers from a local landmark or near by intersection by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by January 17, 2024
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- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 38 - Emergency Telephone Numbers
- Official code
- 38-01
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- Child care personnels Level 2 documentation was incomplete in that [ A copy of out-of-state child abuse and neglect registry search is missing., A copy of out-of-state sexual offender/predator registry search is missing.]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1, D, E, and F
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, the counselor determined that the child care personnel listed on the supplemental did not have documentation of out of state sexual offender search and/or the child abuse and neglect registry prior to starting at the facility supervising children in care. Child care personnel without out of state documentation on file were actively supervising children in care at time of inspection. TA was completed to ensure that the request is submitted and results received and documented on file prior to child care personnel supervising children in care.
- Correction status
- Due by January 17, 2024
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- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-11
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The facility's transportation log did not include [there were two second sweep signatures missing on 6/2/23 on the transportation logs]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.2 (Section 6.2, number 3) General Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, there were two second sweep signatures missing on 6/2/23 on the transportation logs. TA: The provider will need to make sure a second sweep is conducted and documented on the transportation logs.
- Correction status
- Due by September 21, 2023
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- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 05 - Transportation
- Official code
- 05-04
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Hand hygiene procedures, including situations or times, were not posted in food preparation, diapering, and toileting areas. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.1, D
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the infant room and one year old room did not have a hand washing procedure posted near a hand washing sink. The provider posted hand washing procedures near the hand washing sinks therefore it was completed at the time of the inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 29 - Health and Sanitation
- Official code
- 29-16
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Soiled disposable diapers were not disposed of in a plastic-lined, securely covered container. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, J (Section 12.3, number 7) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the young two year old room did not have a secured lid on the diaper garbage bin. TA: The provider will need to place a lid on the diaper garbage bin before the due date on the inspection.
- Correction status
- Due by September 21, 2023
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- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
- Official code
- 30-10
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the 40 hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement. CCF Handbook Section 4.2.1
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, there was one staff member that did not complete the 40 hour Department of Children and Families Introductory Child Care Training with a year. The staff member started the training 8/12/22 and did not complete it within the year. TA: The staff member will need to complete the 40hour Introductory training before the due date on the inspection.
- Correction status
- Due by September 21, 2023
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- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-01
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 [here were two children that did not have the Distracted Driver Brochure signed in April 2023]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.3, C.5.
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the inspection, there were two children that did not have the Distracted Driver Brochure signed in April 2023. TA: The provider will need to send out the Distracted Driver Brochure to parents to sign every April and September each year.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- RECORD KEEPING - 43 - Enrollment Information
- Official code
- 43-10
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The child care personnel record did not include a signed statement regarding any work in a center that had been subject to negative licensing action or the subject of disciplinary action while employed. s.402.3055(1)(b), F.S. and Section 7.4, A (Section 19.4, number 1) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, there were two staff that did not have the Supplement Form on file. TA: Each staff will need to sign a Supplement Form and placed in their file.
- Correction status
- Due by September 21, 2023
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- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-03
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 19.5, number 1) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, there was one staff that was cleared to work with children on the background screening. The background screening read eligible for DCF Genernal and DCF Substance Abuse however it was not applicable for Child Care. The staff member start date was 8/21/23 and had no previous experience working in the child care industry. The provider will need to rescreen the staff member and cleared before they can return to work with children. The staff member left the premises therefore it was completed at the time of the inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-02
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- The attendance roster did not accompany the group of children in that [there were two children not signed in on the attendance roster in the infant room.].CCF Handbook, Section 7.5, A
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, there were two children not signed in on the attendance roster in the infant room. The teacher signed the two children on the roster therefore it was completed at the time of the inspection. ENFORCEMENT
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- RECORD KEEPING - 46 - Daily Attendance
- Official code
- 46-07
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- Supervision of children in the [3 year old ] group was inadequate in that [a child's finger was slammed shut in the door]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection information was obtained through interviews and video footage that a 3 year old's finger was shut in the door by his peer while lining up in the hallway to combine with another class at the end of the day. The child sustained a broken finger tip and had to receive stitches. The noncompliance was resolved once the child's hand was taken out of the door and aid was applied. Provider stated they planned on implementing slow close doors to prevent another injury to child in care.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
- Official code
- 04-01
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The facility used electronic media time with children younger than 2 years of age. CCF Handbook, Section 2.6, C
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Counselor observed the 1-year-old classroom to have a tablet playing cartoon and the children watching the tablet. Technical assistance was provided that children under the age 2-year-old do not have screen (media) time. This standard was brought back into compliance when provider turned the tablet around allowing the music to continue to play. •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 09 - Planned Activities
- Official code
- 09-06
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 brought in from home were not label with first and last names. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all cups are labeled.
- Correction status
- Due by December 27, 2023
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- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 28 - Bottles, Breastmilk, Formula and Infant Food
- Official code
- 28-02
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- A cot, bed, crib, mattress, playpen or floor mat was not available for all children who napped or slept. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1 Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Counselor observed a several school agers asleep on the floor without cots or mats. Technical assistance was provided to ensure children in care must be provided safe and sanitary bedding to be used when napping or sleeping. Sleep bedding includes beds, cribs, or mattresses.
- Correction status
- Due by December 27, 2023
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- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 18 - Bedding and Linens
- Official code
- 18-01
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
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of inspection, Counselor observed an infant asleep with bibs on. Technical assistance was provided that all Child Care Personnel that provide care for infants must follow safe sleep practices and infant napping shall not have items that could pose a strangulation, suffocation, or other hazards risk.
- Correction status
- Due by December 27, 2023
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- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 20 - Crib Requirements
- Official code
- 20-06
Higher concern: Sleep safety
- Report finding
- Cribs, playpens, play yards, other napping and sleeping bedding being used by a child was not placed a minimum of 18 inches away from window blinds, draperies, or any window treatment/cover that could pose a strangulation or suffocation risk. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.4, C
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Counselor observed cribs placed less than minimum of 18 inches apart. Also, the cribs were placed a handrail inside the classroom. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that playpen are at least 18 inches apart.
- Correction status
- Due by December 27, 2023
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- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 20 - Crib Requirements
- Official code
- 20-07
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 ball had a age restriction of 4 years old or higher and the child was 3 years old]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.11, A Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Counselor determined that a child was injured using a toy that was not age appropriate. The size of the item was for children 4 years of age and up. The child using the item and got hurt was 3 years old. Technical assistance was provided to ensure available toys, equipment, and furnishings suitable to each childs age and development and of a quantity for each to be involved in activities. This standard was brought back into compliance when provider removed the item from the playground.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 31 - Indoor Equipment
- Official code
- 31-01
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 Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Counselor determined that the Volunteer listed on the supplemental did not have a file for the licensing agency to review. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that files are available and maintained at the facility.
- Correction status
- Due by December 27, 2023
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- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-01
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- An employment history verification was not documented and on file. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, D
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Counselor determined the Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental did not have an employment history verification documented and on file. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that five-year work history is completed with no gaps. If there are gaps in employment documents the gaps.
- Correction status
- Due by December 27, 2023
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- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-04
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
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Counselor determined the Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental 5-year work 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. Technical assistance was provided to ensure all information (applicants, job title, description of regular duties, confirmation of employment dates, and level of job performance) are documented.
- Correction status
- Due by December 27, 2023
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- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-05
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- A child was left without child care personnel supervision inside or outside the facility, in a vehicle, or at a field trip location away from the facility. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4.1, B General Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection it was revealed through interview, that a child was left alone on the playground for about 10-15 minutes after her class returned to the classroom. The teacher stated that two staff were outside, and they counted the children in and she somehow was left outside. The noncompliance was resolved once the child was brought back into the building.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
- Official code
- 04-10
Higher concern: Child guidance
- Report finding
- Child care personnel inappropriately interacted with children in care in a manner that was aggressive, demeaning or intimidating in nature. CCF Handbook, Section 8.2, C
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection information was obtained through interview and video that revealed a teacher grabbed a child by her leg during naptime which caused injury to her forehead and inner leg. The interaction was inappropriate which results in noncompliance. The non compliance was resolved once the facility fired the teacher. Owner/Director/Staff Responsible Comments Provider has no comments for this inspection Counselor Comments Technical assistance provided to facility to ensure that all incidents are reported to the hotline to be determined if it is to be investigated by the department. The incident with leaving a child on the playground was only found out due to as ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- RECORD KEEPING - 47 - Access/Child Safety
- Official code
- 47-01
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Diaper changing procedure was not posted in the changing area and/or was not followed. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, L
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the routine inspection, the counselor observed in the 2's room (Toucans) did not have a diaper changing procedure posted near the changing area. Technical assistance was provided to ensure diaper changing procedures are posted in the changing area.
- Correction status
- Due by May 14, 2023
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- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
- Official code
- 30-14
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 the routine inspection, the counselor reviewed 24 staff files and the staff listed on the supplemental has not completed OEL training within 90 days of hire. Technical assistance was provided to ensure staff complete training within 90 days of hire.
- Correction status
- Due by May 14, 2023
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- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-13
Higher concern: Medication
- Report finding
- The facility did not obtain written authorization prior to administering emergency non-prescription medication. CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, D and K (Section 16, number 4) Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the routine inspection, the counselor observed diaper rash cream in the 2's room (Toucans) for the child listed on the supplemental. The provider could not produce an authorization form for the diaper rash cream. Technical assistance was provided to ensure the facility receive written authorization prior to administering the diaper rash cream.
- Correction status
- Due by May 14, 2023
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- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 40 - Medication
- Official code
- 40-09
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]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the routine inspection, the counselor reviewed 35 children's files out of 106 enrolled to include 10 newly enrolled children. 2 children whom are listed on the supplemental, were observed to have expired immunization records in the file. One expired on 4/7/2023 and the other expired on 3/31/2023.
- Correction status
- Due by May 14, 2023
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 19.2, number 1) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the routine inspection, the counselor reviewed 35 children's files out of 106 enrolled to include 10 newly enrolled children. The child listed on the supplemental did not have a physical in the file and has been enrolled since 12/9/22. Technical assistance was provided to ensure all children have a student health examination in the file within 30 days of enrollment.
- Correction status
- Due by May 14, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
- Official code
- 42-01
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- Child care personnels Level 2 documentation was incomplete in that [ A copy of out-of-state child abuse and neglect registry search is missing., A copy of out-of-state sexual offender/predator registry search is missing.]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1, D, E, and F
- Report comments
- At the time of the reinspection, the counselor reviewed staff files and determined that the staff listed on the supplemental did not have a copy of out of state child abuse and neglect registry or out of state sexual offender/predator registry search in their file. One of the staff listed has both completed, but the other staff does not and records were requested on 01/09/23. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that there is documentation of out of state child abuse and neglect registry searches and out of state sexual offender/predator searches in the staff's files.
- Correction status
- Due by February 24, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-11
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
- Report comments
- At the time of the reinspection, the counselor reviewed attendance records from 12/19/22-1/25/23. There were several children missing departure times throughout the month of January 2023. Technical assistance was provided to ensure arrival and departure times are documented daily. ENFORCEMENT
- Correction status
- Due by February 24, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 46 - Daily Attendance
- Official code
- 46-03
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 your current process for ensuring all medications are properly labeled and stored?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from a November 2025 inspection show that expired medications were found in the medicine cabinet. This question helps parents understand how the center tracks medication expiration dates and ensures only current, authorized items are kept on-site.
- Context
- The medication-related findings from November 2025 were noted as due for correction by December 2025.
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Finding-specific
How do you ensure that all hazardous materials, such as cleaning supplies, are labeled and stored securely throughout the day?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records show repeated concerns regarding the storage and labeling of potentially harmful items. This question helps parents understand the current daily practices for keeping cleaning supplies out of reach and properly identified.
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What steps does your team take to ensure that background screening documentation is complete for all staff members before they begin supervising children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Official inspection reports from 2023 and 2024 indicate instances where required background screening documentation was missing or incomplete for personnel. This question helps parents understand the center's current administrative process for verifying staff eligibility.
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How do you monitor classroom staffing levels throughout the day to ensure that the required child-to-teacher ratios are always maintained?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from 2024 inspections show instances where classrooms were found to be over the required ratio. This question helps parents understand how the center manages staffing transitions and ensures constant supervision.
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What is your process for ensuring that all transportation logs, including second-sweep checks, are completed accurately every time children are transported?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available records from 2023 and 2024 show findings related to missing documentation on transportation logs and medical physicals for drivers. This question helps parents understand the center's current safety procedures for vehicle operations.
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