Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 3.55
- Local median
- 0.88
The Nest Schools, Inc.
745 Lake Miriam Dr, Lakeland, FL 33813
- License:
- C10PO0408
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 12, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- VPK, Drop In, Full Day, Infant Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 245
- License expiration:
- November 17, 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 9, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsJune 9, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 49 available inspections for The Nest Schools, Inc. from March 17, 2023 through June 9, 2026.
28 inspections recorded violations, with 174 recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on May 13, 2026 and involved staff training, with a due date of June 12, 2026.
Background screening was a higher-concern topic that showed up in 10 inspections.
A later inspection showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether it was a formal follow-up.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 49
- Recorded violations
- 174
- Higher-concern violations
- 45
- Repeated topics
- 12
15 in last 12 months
76 in last 12 months
11 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
49 total inspections vs 12 local median in 33813
Compared to 22 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 37%
- Local median
- 11%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 57%
- Local median
- 44%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 12
- 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 13 inspections, with 36 recorded violations.
November 2, 2023March 8, 2024May 20, 2024July 17, 2024March 6, 2025April 10, 2025July 16, 2025August 21, 2025September 23, 2025November 4, 2025March 4, 2026April 9, 2026Staff training
Appeared across 12 inspections, with 21 recorded violations.
November 2, 2023March 8, 2024July 17, 2024October 31, 2024March 6, 2025July 16, 2025August 21, 2025September 23, 2025November 4, 2025March 4, 2026April 9, 2026May 13, 2026Facility condition
Appeared across 11 inspections, with 28 recorded violations.
March 8, 2024March 6, 2025March 20, 2025April 10, 2025July 16, 2025August 21, 2025September 23, 2025November 4, 2025March 4, 2026April 9, 2026Background screening
Appeared across 7 inspections, with 10 recorded violations.
March 8, 2024July 17, 2024March 6, 2025April 10, 2025July 16, 2025September 23, 2025March 4, 2026Hazardous access
Appeared across 5 inspections, with 8 recorded violations.
March 8, 2024March 6, 2025August 21, 2025November 4, 2025March 4, 2026Recordkeeping
Appeared across 5 inspections, with 8 recorded violations.
July 17, 2024September 23, 2025November 4, 2025March 4, 2026April 9, 2026Equipment or readiness
Appeared across 4 inspections, with 13 recorded violations.
March 6, 2025April 10, 2025November 4, 2025March 4, 2026Sleep safety
Appeared across 4 inspections, with 8 recorded violations.
March 8, 2024March 6, 2025July 16, 2025August 21, 2025Administrative posting
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 4 recorded violations.
March 28, 2024March 6, 2025April 15, 2025Staff-to-child ratio
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
March 6, 2025April 15, 2025March 4, 2026Supervision
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
March 6, 2025April 9, 2025July 16, 2025Incident records
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
March 4, 2024March 20, 2025Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documentation to show completion of a Department approved five-hour early literacy and language development course for child care personnel within 12 months of date of employment in child care industry and/or the early literacy course documentation was not uploaded in the Florida Pathways/Registry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.2 and 4.5, C
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the reinspection, the licensing specialist reviewed new staff files and observed the staff listed on the supplemental did not complete Early Literacy training within 1 year of their industry start date. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff complete prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by June 12, 2026
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-06
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- All rooms did not have sufficient lighting equivalent to 20 foot candles at three feet from the floor. CCF Handbook, Section 3.3.1, A
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the reinspection, the licensing specialist observed the lighting in the EC classroom still did not meet the 20-foot candles. The room measured 16.68-foot candles. Technical assistance was given to the provider to add brighter lighting to ensure the classroom meets the minimum 20-foot candles prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by May 8, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 14 - Lighting, Temperature, and Ventilation
- Official code
- 14-01
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- All reading, painting and other close work areas did not have lighting equivalent to 50 foot candles on the work surface. CCF Handbook, Section 3.3.1, B
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the reinspection, the licensing specialist observed the Duckling C / 1-year-old classroom still did not meet the 50-foot candle requirement. The area measured 33.4-foot candles. Technical assistance was given to the provider to add brighter lighting prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by May 8, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 14 - Lighting, Temperature, and Ventilation
- Official code
- 14-02
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
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the reinspection, the licensing specialist observed the staff listed on the supplemental still has not started DCF training. The other staff is no longer employed at the facility. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff start a class in Part 1 or Part 2 prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by May 8, 2026
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-03
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
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the reinspection, the licensing specialist observed still did not have a completed in-service log. Technical assistance was given to the provider to ensure the form is completed prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by May 8, 2026
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
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the reinspection, the licensing specialist observed the child listed on the supplemental still did not have a current immunization on file. The child only had a history paper in the file. Technical assistance was given to the provider to obtain the correct form (DH Form 680 or DH Form 681) from the parent/guardian prior to the due date
- Correction status
- Due by May 8, 2026
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-01
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
- Report comments
- At the time of the reinspection, the staff listed on the supplemental still had an expired child abuse and neglect form in their file that was dated 2/10/25. The staff signed anew form on todays date placing the facility back into compliance for this standard. This puts the facility back into compliance for this standard.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-04
Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
- Report finding
- A ratio of [2] child care personnel for [(12) 1-year-old's] children is required. A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [(12) 1-year-old's] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S.
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed the staff listed on the supplemental walking into the building from the playground with (12) 1-year-olds. The staff stated a child arrived while they were outside. The provider moved 1 child placing the facility back into compliance for this standard. Technical assistance was given to the provider as a reminder that staff to children ratio must be maintained at all times. Note: photo was unable to be obtained prior to the child being moved but was witnessed by both licensing specialists. Ratio after correction: Staff/Children/Age Group: 1/3/infants 1/4/infants 2/11/1s 2/10/1s 3/11/1s 2/10/1s 1/11/2s (originally ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Ratio Sufficient
- Official code
- 03-01
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Areas of the facility were found to be in need of cleaning. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed the following: several exhaust vents throughout the facilitys bathrooms with an excess of lint/dust/debris. 1. the rug in Penguins A was heavily stained 2. multiple ac vents had dust accumulated 3. Technical assistance was given to the provider to clean the vents and rug or replace/remove the rug prior to the due date. Lastly. the specialist observed multiple bathrooms storing supplies (art, etc.) in bins. Technical assistance was given to the provider that these items must be stored in another area other than the bathrooms for sanitary reasons.
- Correction status
- Due by April 3, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-01
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed the following: in the bathroom in Robin B had an ac vent that was hanging down from the ceiling 1. peeling paint in Cardinal B classroom 2. peeling paint in the Duckling A classroom 3. peeling paint in Robin A classroom 4. peeling paint in Penguin B classroom 5. along the white PVC fencing neighboring the residential homes, 2 holes were observed in the fence 6. lastly, a ceiling tile in the Duckling D classroom had a water stain that appeared old - technical assistance was given to the provider to monitor and replace/repair as needed 7. Technical assistance was given to the provider to repair/repaint all aboveme ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 3, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- The facility did not have electrical outlet covers or the outlet covers were not in place. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, I
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed a missing electrical outlet cover in the Robin A classroom. The provider installed the cover while the specialist was present placing the facility back into compliance for this standard.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-18
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- Harmful items including cleaning supplies, flammable products, poisonous, toxic, and hazardous materials were accessible to children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed liquid air freshener in 2 childrens bathrooms on the toilet lid that was accessible to the children. The provider removed the items placing them back into compliance for this standard. Technical support was given to the provider that all cleaning products, toxic substances, hand sanitizer, etc. must be stored out of the reach of the children 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
- 13-03
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- All rooms did not have sufficient lighting equivalent to 20 foot candles at three feet from the floor. CCF Handbook, Section 3.3.1, A
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed the EC classroom had a light fixture out and the area measured 17.27-foot candles. Technical assistance was given to the provider to repair the lighting prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by April 3, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 14 - Lighting, Temperature, and Ventilation
- Official code
- 14-01
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- All reading, painting and other close work areas did not have lighting equivalent to 50 foot candles on the work surface. CCF Handbook, Section 3.3.1, B
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed the 1-year-old classroom had lighting over the reading/homework/painting or other close work areas that measured foot candles. The areas measured between 34.6 & 41.1-foot candles. Technical assistance was given to the provider to update the lighting with brighter bulbs or add additional lighting to ensure the areas measure a minimum of 50-foot candles prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by April 3, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 14 - Lighting, Temperature, and Ventilation
- Official code
- 14-02
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facilitys outdoor play area contained litter, nails, glass or other hazards that posed a low potential for harm to children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed several pieces of blue foam toys and a red foam ball that were not in good repair on the smaller playground. (chew marks, missing pieces, etc.) The provider removed the items while the specialist was present. Also, on the larger playground, the sandbox near the back has exposed landscape fabric. Technical assistance was given to the provider to cover or remove prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by April 3, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-01
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The base of the fence in the outdoor play area was not at ground level and could allow inside or outside access by children or animals. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, F
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed the following: on the smaller playground, near the rear gate, there was a 4-inch gap between the fencing and the gate. 1. along the white PVC fencing on the larger playground, there was an area that appeared to have something digging/tunneling under the fence and had a gap of 4 1/2 inches 2. along the black fencing facing the parking lot, a hole was observed with a gap of 4 1/2 inches (appears fencing broke free from tension wire) 3. Technical assistance was given to the provider to repair all areas of the above-mentioned fencing prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by April 3, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-07
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- The toileting facility did not have: [ paper towels or hand drying machines, toilet paper] , and within the reach of children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.7, H
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed a few childrens bathrooms that were missing toilet paper and/or paper towels. The provider replaced the items while the specialist was present placing the facility back into compliance for this standard. Technical assistance was given to the provider to ensure the restrooms are fully stocked when children are in care.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 21 - Restrooms and Bath Facilities
- Official code
- 21-14
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 the inspection, the licensing specialist observed 4 containers of parmesan cheese that expired on 10/25/25. The provider discarded the items while the specialist was present placing the facility back into compliance for this standard.
- 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
- Bottles and/or sippy cups brought from home were not labeled with childs first and last name. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.5, B
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed multiple cups/bottles throughout the facility that were not labeled with the childs first and last name. Technical assistance was given to the provider as a reminder that all bottles, sippy cups, etc. must be labeled with the childs first and last name.
- Correction status
- Due by April 3, 2026
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 28 - Bottles, Breastmilk, Formula and Infant Food
- Official code
- 28-02
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 the inspection, the licensing specialist observed the Penguin A classroom did not have a hand wash sign posted near the sink. Only had steps to make dough posted). Technical assistance was given to the provider to hang the sign that includes when and how to wash hands prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by April 3, 2026
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 29 - Health and Sanitation
- Official code
- 29-16
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- Toys, equipment and/or furnishings were not safe in that [some foam bricks were observed missing sections. (torn, broken, chewed, etc.) Also, 2 children were observed not in safety straps in their highchairs. ]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.11
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed foam bricks that were missing sections that appeared to have been chewed, pulled at, etc. The provider discarded the items placing the facility back into compliance for this standard. At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed 2 children in highchairs without safety straps. Technical assistance was given to the [provider to ensure all highchairs have a safety strap prior to the due date. Additional time was allotted to align the due dates.
- Correction status
- Due by April 3, 2026
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 31 - Indoor Equipment
- Official code
- 31-03
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
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed several pillows in Robins A classroom that were stained/dirty. Technical assistance was given to the provider to clean, replace or remove from the classrooms prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by April 3, 2026
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 31 - Indoor Equipment
- Official code
- 31-05
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The ground cover or other protective surface under the [large clmbing equipment] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed the large climbing equipment on the larger playground did not have sufficient mulch located around/underneath. (areas measured 0 - 2 inches around slide and rock wall). Technical assistance was given to the provider to add more mulch prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by April 3, 2026
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-07
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have 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 the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed all staff files and determined that the staff listed on the supplemental did not start DCF training within 90 days of employment/industry start date and/or test within 90-days. The staff started all courses in Part 1 and Part 2 prior to beginning working and has not tested within her first 90-days. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff schedule a test and maintain documentation of the test prior to the due date. Lastly, the provider was also reminded that training taken prior to employment in the child care industry does not constitute begin training. The begin training timeframes begi ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 3, 2026
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-03
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
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed all staff files and determined that the staff listed on the supplemental had completed sufficient training for the 2023 - 2024 fiscal year, but was not documented on the in-service log, form CF-FSP 5268. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff document on the log prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by April 3, 2026
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-08
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 the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed all staff files and determined that the staff listed on the supplemental did not have documentation of fire extinguisher training and had been employed more than 30 days. Technical assistance was given to the provider to train the staff and document prior to the due date. The provider was reminded that all child care personnel shall be trained in the use and operation of a fire extinguisher, at each facility they are employed, within 30 days of date of hire.
- Correction status
- Due by April 3, 2026
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-09
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
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed all staff files and observed the staff listed on the supplemental had blank training certificates (no name and or no date) on the facilitys exposure plan. Technical assistance was given to the provider to review with the staff and document the training prior to the due date. Lastly, the provider was reminded that a refresher education of the facilitys exposure plan must be conducted with all staff annually.
- Correction status
- Due by April 3, 2026
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 35 - Communicable Disease Control
- Official code
- 35-12
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
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the inspection, the provider stated there were 160 children enrolled, and 55 childrens files all building 1 including newly enrolled were reviewed. The child(ren) listed on the supplemental were missing immunization records in their file and had been enrolled more than 30 days. Technical assistance was given to the provider to obtain a current form from the parent/guardian prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by April 3, 2026
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
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed the children listed on the supplemental had expired immunization records in their file. Technical assistance was given to the provider to obtain a current form from the parent/guardian prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by April 3, 2026
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
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed the child(ren) listed on the supplemental was missing a health record in their file and had been enrolled more than 30 days. Technical assistance was given to the provider to obtain a current form from the parent/guardian prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by April 3, 2026
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
- Official code
- 42-01
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The facility did not have a fully-completed enrollment form (CF-FSP Form 5219) or equivalent form for the child(ren) in care. CCF Handbook, Section 7.3
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed the children listed on the supplemental were missing an enrollment form. Technical assistance was given to the provider to complete prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by April 3, 2026
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 43 - Enrollment Information
- Official code
- 43-02
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- A signed statement from the custodial parent(s) or legal guardian(s) attesting that the facility had provided the department's Know Your Child Care Facility brochure was not on file for the child(ren). CCF Handbook, Section 7.3, C.1.
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed the child(ren) listed on the supplemental did not have documentation of receiving the Departments Know Your Child Care brochure. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the parent/guardian acknowledge receipt prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by April 3, 2026
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 43 - Enrollment Information
- Official code
- 43-03
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- A signed statement from the custodial parent(s) or legal guardian(s) attesting that the facility had provided their written disciplinary and expulsion policies was not on file for the child(ren). CCF Handbook, Section 7.3, C.2. and Section 2.8, C
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed the child(ren) listed on the supplemental were missing parent/guardian acknowledgment of receiving the facilitys disciple and expulsion policies. Technical assistance was given to the provider to complete prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by April 3, 2026
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 43 - Enrollment Information
- Official code
- 43-04
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
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed all 27 staff files and observed the staff listed on the supplemental had an expired Child Abuse & Neglect form in their file. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff sign a new form prior to the due date. The provider was reminded this form must be signed annually on or before the prior years date. Additional technical assistance specific to staff files is notated on the supplemental.
- Correction status
- Due by April 3, 2026
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-04
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- An employment history verification was not documented and on file. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, D
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed all staff files and determined the staff listed on the supplemental had an incomplete 5-year work history in their file. (no verifications completed and/or not an updated 5-year work history). Technical assistance was given to the provider to complete prior to the due date. The provider was reminded that 5-year employment historys must include the following: a. (3) attempts must be made and documented and failed attempts to obtain employment history must be documented in the personnel file and include date, time, and the reason the information was not obtained b. A complete 5 years worth of prior employment must ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 3, 2026
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-04
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
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed multiple items being stored in restrooms in building one in the two year old classroom and the one year old classroom next door, items to include toys, toy storage bins, furniture chair, a cot and large pillows. The provider had staff remove the items not related to toileting from the restroom. TA was provided to ensure that items to include indoor furniture, toys and bedding are not stored in the restroom.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-03
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- The facility did not have electrical outlet covers or the outlet covers were not in place. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, I
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed two classroom throughout the facility with outlets not covered and accessible to children. In Building 2, the front VPK classroom near the entrance door was observed with multiple outlets uncovered. Also, in Building 3, the two year old classroom across from the kitchen was observed with a few outlets uncovered. As well as the back three year old classroom in the same building outlets were observed not covered. The provider immediately, had staff to place outlet covers in the classrooms at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that outlets accessible to children are covered. TS was provided to ensure that th ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-18
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- The sink and/or toilet was not maintained in good operating condition, clean and/or sanitized or disinfected. CCF Handbook, Section 3.7, I
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed a toilet in building 3 in the first VPK classroom to the left side that was not able to flush. The toilet was observed with constant water running. Also, in the same building in the second VPK classroom the handwashing sink to the left side was not in good operating condition. The staff stated that the sink was clogged from children rinsing dishes with food residue in the handwash sink. TA was provided to ensure that the toilet and sink are repaired and observed in good operation condition by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by December 4, 2025
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- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 21 - Restrooms and Bath Facilities
- Official code
- 21-11
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- The facility did not have a current and approved annual fire safety inspection by the local fire authority. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, A
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist determined that the provider failed to obtain an annual fire inspection for the facility building one. The last fire inspection was completed on 9/23/2024. The Licensing specialist called the provider to advise if a fire inspection was completed annually for the main building, one once the provider emailed the renewal documents, the provider advised that a fire inspection was not completed prior to our conversation in October 2025 but the provider had the fire inspection completed that same afternoon, on 10/28/2025. The facility had a fire inspection completed, but it was not completed annually. TA was provided to ensure tha ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-02
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Open packages of perishable or leftover foods were not [ properly covered or sealed, labeled with date]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, D
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed leftover previously served snack food items stored in each classroom in ziplock bags that were observed not labeled with the food item name and expiration date. Also, some of the ziplock bags containing snack foods were not sealed properly as well as a cereal box in the older one year old classroom in building one storage closet the snack was not properly sealed. The specialist advised that if leftover foods were served on an as needed basis stored in the classrooms they must be properly sealed and labeled as well as listed on an alternative/additional snack menu. The provider advised that the extra leftover snacks ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by December 4, 2025
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- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-21
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 Licensing specialist observed a handwashing sink used for handwashing after diapering in the one year old classroom near the art supply room with hand washing procedure posted. The provider immediately placed handwashing procedures near the handwashing sink at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that handwashing procedures to include how and when to wash hands are posted in areas where diapering, toileting and food preparation take place.
- 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
- The hand washing sink was used for something other than hand washing in that [the handwashing sinks designated for handwashing after diapering throughout the facility used for rinsing food residue from dishes used for meals]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, C
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the handwashing sinks designated for handwashing after diapering throughout the facility used for rinsing food residue from dishes used for meals. The sinks were observed with pieces of food items near the sink drains. The specialist advised over and over throughout the inspection that handwashing sinks should remain sanitary and only be used for handwashing designated for diapering. The specialist further advised staff that dishes used for meals should be placed to the side away from the sinks for kitchen staff to collect and wash/sanitize to include rubber bibs used for younger children in care. TA was provided to ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by December 4, 2025
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- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
- Official code
- 30-03
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 Licensing specialist observed the first two year old classroom in building 3 with no diapering procedures posted near the diapering station. The provider immediately placed diapering procedures near the diapering station at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that diapering procedures are posted near diapering stations.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
- Official code
- 30-14
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
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed a few indoor furniture throughout the facility that were stained and not maintained in sanitary condition. In the infant classrooms the highchairs were observed with debris and food stains and paint stained. The blue chairs in the one year old classroom near the staff restroom were observed heavily stained and in need of cleaning. Also, the bottle warmers in the infant classroom were observed with a rust like staining on the inside water reservoir. TS was provided previously to maintain the bottle warmers in a sanitary condition. TA was provided to ensure that the indoor furniture and toys are clean and maintained i ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by December 4, 2025
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- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 31 - Indoor Equipment
- Official code
- 31-05
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
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist determined that the child care personnel listed on the supplemental did not record 10 hours of completed in service training on the required log. The specialist observed 9 hours documented on the original training log on file, then later determined that some training courses were previously claimed on a training log dated for in service year 2023-2024 and advised that they can not be counted twice. The provider then reviewed the staffs transcript for corporate designated training and advised the staff had over 10 hours of training and CPR/First aid that was acceptable to use for the current in service year. The provider had ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-08
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
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist determined that the child care personnel listed on the supplemental did not annual exposure plan training annually. Most of the staff last completed exposure plan training on 8/9/2024 or early 2024. The provider advised that she was only aware that staff had to complete the training initially and not annually as well. The provider and specialist discussed the standard for training in detail and specialist answered all of the providers questions. TA was provided to ensure that the staff complete exposure plan training by the due date and training is placed on file for Licensing to review.
- Correction status
- Due by December 4, 2025
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- 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
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist determined that the child care personnel listed on the supplemental did not complete the Child Abuse and Neglect form annually. The provider advised that the form should be signed and acknowledged annually. TA was provided to ensure that the staff have a current Child Abuse and Neglect form on file by the due date. Specialist reviewed all 30 staff files.
- Correction status
- Due by December 4, 2025
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- 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
- Inspector notes
- At the time of reinspection, the Licensing specialist observed the air circulators in the restrooms in the back classroom of building two, a three year old classroom with dust build up and in need of cleaning as well as in building three in the VPK classroom to the left side also in need of cleaning. Pillows and pillow cases were observed in the one year old classroom near the infant classroom not being used as well as in building two the first classroom to the left and the back three year old classroom stained with spots in need of cleaning and not maintained in a sanitary manner. The provider immediately had staff clean the air circulators in the restrooms and removed the p ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-01
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A
- Inspector notes
- At the time of reinspection, the Licensing specialist observed the purple painted classrooms throughout the facility repainted. In building two the back three year old classroom was observed with a spot near the exit door on the wall in reach of children with paint missing. The provider advised that the classroom were painted after the last inspection and that area was a new area after the classroom was painted. TA was provided to ensure that the facility is observed in good repair at all times.
- Correction status
- Due by October 23, 2025
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- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
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
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist 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. The staff started in the industry on 8/24/2020 and left the industry on 6/7/2022. The facility hired the personnel on 9/2/2025 where she returned to the industry but did not obtain her 40 hour training until 9/20/2025. TA was provided to ensure that child care personnel complete introductory training within 12 months of working in the industry.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- 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, the Licensing specialist determined that the child care personnel listed on the supplemental did not complete required 5 hour Literacy training within 12 months of working in the industry. The staff started in the industry on 8/24/2020 and left the industry on 6/7/2022. As of todays date the personnel has not completed the training. TA was provided to ensure that child care personnel complete introductory training within 12 months of working in the industry and completes training by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by October 23, 2025
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- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-06
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documented proof that all child care personnel were trained and knowledgeable within 30 days of date of hire in [ safe sleep practices and shaken baby syndrome]. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.3 and 4.2.5
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist determined that the child care personnel listed on the supplemental did not complete safe sleep training within 30 days of employment. The staff started at the facility on 8/13/2025. The staff started the training on 9/12/2025 but did not complete it within 30 days of employment. As of todays date the training has not been completed. TA was provided to ensure that the staff complete safe sleep training by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by October 23, 2025
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- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-09
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
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the child care personnel listed on the supplemental did not complete exposure plan training prior to starting at the facility. The staff have completed the training but late after starting employment at the facility. TA was provided to ensure that the personnel complete exposure training initially before starting employment as well as annually thereafter.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 35 - Communicable Disease Control
- Official code
- 35-12
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
- Report comments
- At the time of reinspection, the Licensing specialist determined that the child listed on the supplemental still does not have a current medical physical on file for Licensing to review. The provider advised that the childs parent stated she is unable to have a physical completed due to the child having constant illness. The child has attended the facility recently, but was not present today due to an illness. TA was provided to ensure that the child has a current medical physical by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by October 23, 2025
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- RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
- Official code
- 42-01
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
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the child care personnel listed on the supplemental did not have a signed supplemental statement on file for Licensing to review. The staff started at the facility on 8/13/2025. The provider had the staff sign the form today at time of inspection and place on file. TA was provided to ensure that personnel have a signed supplemental statement on file.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-03
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 Licensing specialist determined the facility failed to initiate a search for out of state child abuse and neglect registry and sexual offender search care personnel listed on the supplemental. Staff 1 started at the facility on 8/4/2025 and lived out of state in IL within the past 5 years. Staff 2 started at the facility on 8/4/2025 also and lived out of state in TN within the past 5 years. TA was provided to ensure that a search is initiated for the child care personnel by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by October 23, 2025
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- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-11
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Areas of the facility were found to be in need of cleaning. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A
- Inspector notes
- At the time of reinspection, the Licensing specialist observed some of the air conditioning vents throughout the facility dusted. The specialist still observed a couple air conditioning vents and air circulators in the restrooms still observed with dust. In the now one year old classroom in the main building that was previously the back VPK classroom the door hinge and motion sensor were still observed with dust. In the infant classrooms the bottle warmers were still observed with the rust like staining on the inside. The staff advised that it occurs when the water burns. In the one year old classroom near the infants classroom to the right in the main building the specialist ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by September 19, 2025
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- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-01
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
- Inspector notes
- At the time of reinspection, the Licensing specialist observed all of the purple classrooms in the facility with paint chipping and missing from the walls. As well as multiple classrooms in the facility observed with paint missing, peeling and drywall missing as well on edges of the wall still. The provider stated that the facility was painted except for classrooms with purple paint due to the particular color paint being out of stock. TA was provided to ensure that the facility is painted with no chipped, peeling or missing paint observed in areas accessible to children.
- Correction status
- Due by September 19, 2025
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- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
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
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed several classrooms while completing ratio and a walk through with the speakers on playing music during lunch time and nap time in the classroom with the volume placed up loudly playing. The provider and specialist recently discussed the volume level of speakers in all of the classrooms and setting universal max volumes to play music on the speakers and the provider agreed they would implement the rule. However, during todays inspection the specialist asked multiple staff throughout the facility to lower the volume on music to include VPK, three, two and one year old classrooms. The staff immediately turned down the ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-03
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documented proof that all child care personnel were trained and knowledgeable within 30 days of date of hire in [ safe sleep practices and shaken baby syndrome]. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.3 and 4.2.5
- Inspector notes
- At the time of reinspection, the Licensing specialist observed that the child care personnel listed on the supplemental has still not completed safe sleep training as of todays date. The staff started at the facility on 6/4/2025 and did not complete the required training within 30 days of working at the facility. The staff was observed today in a classroom during the time ratio was conducted. TA was provided to ensure that the staff completes the training by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by September 19, 2025
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- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-09
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
- Inspector notes
- At the time of reinspection, the Licensing specialist observed the child listed on the supplemental with still no medical physical on file. The child started at the facility on 4/28/2025 and has exceeded 30 days enrolled without a medical physical. TA was provided to ensure that the child has a current medical physical on file by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by September 19, 2025
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- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
- Official code
- 42-01
Higher concern: Sleep safety
- Report finding
- The nap/sleep space interfered with exit areas. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.2, E
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed children in the back left side three year old classroom in the second building as well as the left side one year old classroom near the art supplies closet in building one with children napping interfering with exit areas in the classroom. The specialist suggested the provider has nap maps for each classroom to indicate nap time placement and compliance for nap standards. The provider immediately moved children blocking the exit areas during nap time out of the exit areas at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that children do not nap and interfere with exit areas.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 19 - Nap/Sleep Space Requirements
- Official code
- 19-05
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- Supervision of children in the [infant classroom] group was inadequate in that [infant placed in a highchair in preparation for feeding but the child was observed not strapped into the highchair. ]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed an infant placed in a highchair in preparation for feeding but the child was observed not strapped into the highchair. The specialist advised the staff when infants or toddlers are placed in highchairs or any other feeding chair, they must be strapped in. The staff was observed at the hand washing sink near the diapering station nearby the infant placed in the highchair. The staff immediately strapped in the infant into the highchair at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that potential safety hazards are eliminated.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
- Official code
- 04-01
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Areas of the facility were found to be in need of cleaning. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed multiple areas of the facility in need of cleaning. The air conditioning vents, air circulator vents to include in the restrooms, the motion sensor boxes on the wall and the door hinge and door frames throughout the facility was observed with dust build up. Also, inside of the bottle warmers throughout the facility were observed with a rust like grime needing to be cleaned. As well as the upright two door refrigerator and freezer was observed with debris and food crumbs and also stains from food items inside the unit that are also in need of cleaning. Lastly, the pillow and pillow cases in the three year old classro ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by August 15, 2025
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- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-01
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed multiple areas of the facility with paint chipped and in reach of children in care throughout the facility. The provider explained that she is aware and there is a work order to paint the facility during closure dates when children are not present. Also, the specialist observed a toilet in the back four year old classroom with the toilet cover for the water tank cracked and missing a piece. Duct tape was added over the missing piece. The provider explained that they are working to replace the cover. TA was provided to ensure that the areas of the facility are repaired by the due date. Technical assistance provided t ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by August 15, 2025
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- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Bedding and/or linens were not stored in a sanitary manner. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1, G & H
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed cots and bedding to include sheets and blankets stored in the restroom near the diapering station in the one year old classroom in the building closest to the parking lot and playground. The specialist asked the provider to remove the cots and bedding and advised the provider to sanitize the cots before use by children in care. The specialist also advised that cots nor bedding should be stored in restrooms. The provider immediately removed the cots and bedding at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that bedding/linens are stored in a sanitary manner.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 18 - Bedding and Linens
- Official code
- 18-12
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
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed a sound machine in a crib near a sleeping infant in the first infant classroom to the left side from the entrance of the main building. The machine was placed near the infants feet away from their head however, the specialist reminded the staff that no items should be placed in the cribs while infants are sleeping. The provider immediately removed the sound machine from the crib and used a ring to hang the sound machine on the outside of the crib at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that items that can pose a potential hazard are not placed in cribs, playpens and play yards with children in care.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 20 - Crib Requirements
- Official code
- 20-06
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, the Licensing specialist observed in the facilitys pantry near the kitchen stored dried bag of rice and dried beans that were in bags opened and not properly covered or sealed. The provider immediately removed the items from the pantry and advised the cook to properly seal the food items at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that packages of dried goods are properly covered and sealed.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-22
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
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed a few infants bottles in a mini refrigerator in the infant classroom in the building near the parking lot and playground that were not labeled or were labeled with the childs first name and last initial. The specialist advised the staff that bottles and cups provided from home must be labeled with the childs full first and last name. The staff immediately labeled the bottles appropriately at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that bottles and sippy cups provided from home are labeled appropriately.
- 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
- 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, the Licensing specialist determined that the child care personnel listed on the supplemental did not completed required DCF 5 hour Literacy training course within 12 months of employment in the industry. Staff 1 started in the industry on 5/1/2024 and as of todays date has not completed the training. Staff 2 started in the industry on 9/23/2023 and also has not completed the training. TA was provided to ensure that the child care personnel complete 5 hour Literacy training by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by August 15, 2025
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- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-06
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documented proof that all child care personnel were trained and knowledgeable within 30 days of date of hire in [ safe sleep practices and shaken baby syndrome]. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.3 and 4.2.5
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist determined that the child care personnel listed on the supplemental did not complete safe sleep training within 30 days of hire date. The staff started at the facility on 6/4/2025. TA was provided to ensure that the child care personnel completes the safe sleep training by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by August 15, 2025
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- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-09
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
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist determined that the children listed on the supplemental did not have Immunization records on file within 30 days of enrollment at the facility. TA was provided to ensure that the children have Immunization records on file by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by August 15, 2025
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- 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
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist determined that the children listed on the supplemental had expired Immunization records on file. TA was provided to ensure that the children have current Immunization records on file by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by August 15, 2025
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- 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
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist determined that the children listed on the supplemental did not have medical physicals on file within 30 days of enrollment at the facility. TA was provided to ensure that the children have medical physicals on file by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by August 15, 2025
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- RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
- Official code
- 42-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The Student Health Examination or equivalent health statement was not acceptable in that: [ It was not current (over two years old)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist determined that the children listed on the supplemental had expired Immunization records on file. TA was provided to ensure that the children have current Immunization records on file by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by August 15, 2025
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- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
- Official code
- 42-02
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, the Licensing specialist determined that the provider failed to verify past employment for the child care personnel listed on the supplemental within the past 5 years. TA was provided to ensure that the provider verifies past employment and documents on file by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by August 15, 2025
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- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-04
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 [20] children is required. A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [22] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S.
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the VPK classroom (4-year-old to 5-year-old) 22 children with 1 Child Care Personnel. It appears that the facility was using the classroom to receive all the VPK children being dropped off. The provider was awaiting additional Child Care Personnel to arrive to be able to move children to their perspective classroom with assigned Child Care Personnel. Technical assistance was provided to ensure to always adhere to appropriate ratio. This standard was brought back into compliance when additional Child Care Personnel arrived, and the children were separated between two classrooms. • At the time of inspection, ratio was as ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Ratio Sufficient
- Official code
- 03-01
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The facility did not have 35 square feet of usable floor space per child for the number of children observed in care. The facility had a capacity of [16] based on 35 square feet and [22] children were observed in care. CCF Handbook , Section 3.4.2, D
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed a mixed aged classroom (4-year-old to 5-year-old) with 22 children present but had a posted capacity of 16. It appears that the facility was using the classroom to receive all the VPK children being dropped off. The provider was awaiting additional Child Care Personnel to arrive to be able to move children to their perspective classroom with assigned Child Care Personnel. This standard was brought back into compliance when additional Child Care Personnel arrived, and the children were separated between two classrooms. •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 15 - Licensed Capacity
- Official code
- 15-03
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
- Inspector notes
- At the time of reinspection, the Licensing specialist observed the rust like stain the VPK classroom near the art room low to the ground near the rug still stained. The provider immediately had a staff clean the area and the stain was removed at time of inspection. The specialist also observed the outdoor door frame leading to the playground in the younger ones classroom still damaged and unstable causing a potential trip hazard for the toddlers. The provider advised that they were not sure why it wasnt repaired but will work on repairing the area at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the areas are in good repair by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by May 9, 2025
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- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facilitys outdoor play area contained litter, nails, glass or other hazards that posed a low potential for harm to children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A
- Inspector notes
- At the time of reinspection, the Licensing specialist observed the wood outdoor play houses on both playground still observed with wood splintered and sharp edges that can be potentially hazardous to children in care. The main area observed were the edges of the roof. Also, the sterling silver and red tricycles were still observed with rust build up on the metal frame. The provider advised that they are replacing all of the tricycles with plastic ones and removed all of the metal bikes off of the playground at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the potential hazards are eliminated by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by May 9, 2025
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- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-01
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.
- Inspector notes
- At the time of reinspection, the Licensing specialist observed the frozen food stored in the upright double sided freezer in the kitchen not labeled. The specialist reminded the provider that the frozen food removed from original packaging should be labeled with the food item name and expiration date. The staff immediately started to label the food items are time of inspection, appropriately. TA was provided to ensure that the frozen food items are labeled appropriately at all times.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-24
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
- Inspector notes
- At the time of reinspection, the Licensing specialist observed childrens water bottles and cups throughout the facility that were still either labeled with only the childs full first name and last initial or not labeled at all. The provider reminded the provider again that water bottles and cups provided from home must be labeled appropriately with childrens full first and last names. The provider immediately had childrens cups labeled at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that childrens water bottles and cups are labeled appropriately at all times.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 28 - Bottles, Breastmilk, Formula and Infant Food
- Official code
- 28-02
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- Background screening was not completed: [ after a 90-day break in service.] CCF Handbook, Section 5.2
- Report comments
- At the time of reinspection, the Licensing specialist determined that the child care personnel listed on the supplemental left the child care industry in July 2024 and did not return to the industry until she started at the facility on 4/7/2025. The provider failed to resubmit the staff in the Clearinghouse to ensure the staff is eligible for child care. The staff should have been rescreened prior to starting at the facility. TA was provided to ensure that the staff is rescreening in the Clearinghouse with an updated eligibility by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by April 18, 2025
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- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-07
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- Supervision of children in the [1-2 year old age] group was inadequate in that [he was left behind outside when his class walked through the building doors]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4
- Report comments
- At the time of the complaint inspection, interviews revealed a child in the 1-2's age group was left behind when his class walked through the building doors that lead them to the playground to get the other teacher/and classmates. One teacher had 3 children on the other side of the door, and the teacher that was in direct supervision of the child left outside had 3 children. The teacher walked through the doors with 2 children to get the other children, and left the child standing there. The child was seen by a staff member who was throwing out her trash, and by a parent parked in the parking lot. Administration was immediately called, as both teachers and the class was comin ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
- Official code
- 04-01
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- The attendance roster did not accompany the group of children in that [it was not taken with the teachers as they traveled outside.].CCF Handbook, Section 7.5, A
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, it was revealed through interview the staff was terminated because the attendance roster was not used during the time of transition outside. The attendance roster for this facility (name to face) is either on their tablets or a paper copy is policy. The teachers failed to do so at this particular incident. The noncompliance was resolved once the class returned to their classrooms with their attendance. All children were accounted for during 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: 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 obtained through interviews revealed a teacher on separate occasions with two different students inappropriately interacted with them. One student the teacher yanked their arm to pull them from a cot and yelled directly in their face, and the second incident the teacher held the child's hands firmly, holding her arms up above her head making her cry and leaving a red impression mark on her hands. The facility has since then terminated the teacher after the commencement of this case which resolves the noncompliance of this standard. Owner/Director/Staff Responsible Comments Provider has no comments ____________________________________ ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- RECORD KEEPING - 47 - Access/Child Safety
- Official code
- 47-01
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
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the information was obtained revealed a teacher in the infant classroom, placed a speaker playing music next to the infant's head. The parent came in and found the child with the speaker and alerted administration that volume and placement of the speaker with music. Technical assistance provided that to protect a childs hearing, Place the machine several feet away from the infant , not in the crib and/or next to their ears. The machine should always be on a volume that is a low setting. The child is no longer in attendance.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-03
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
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, an incident report was not given to the parents to document the speaker being placed on the child's boppie pillow. The documentation needs given the day of an incident with parent signature to maintain compliance of this standard. The noncompliance was resolved because the child is no longer in attendance.
- Correction status
- Due by June 6, 2025
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- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 39 - Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation
- Official code
- 39-04
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- Supervision of children in the [2-year-old - 3-year-old ] group was inadequate in that [a child was left on the playground alone]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined via facilitys video footage that the Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental left a child on the playground unsupervised. Technical assistance was provided that child care personnel must position themselves in the outdoor play area so that all children can be observed and directly supervised. And ensure that all children are accounted for when entering the facility. This standard was brought back into compliance when another Child Care Personnel retrieved the Child from the playground •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
- Official code
- 04-01
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the facility not in good repair. This includes paint chipping throughout the facility on walls, corner of walls and door frames. Also, ceiling tiles were observed in the lobby of the third building and in the laundry room stained with wet spots. In the VPK classroom near the art closet had rust observed on the bottom of the wall and floor on the left side wall near the carpet. The outdoor door frames where children exit to go to the playground in the younger one year old classroom and the back VPK classroom step was observed chipped and unstable causing a trip hazard. Also, in the younger one year old classroom had ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 4, 2025
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- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
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
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed ants both black and red in the kitchen near the exit door and the freezer/refrigerator on the ground. TA was provided to ensure that the ants are eliminated from the kitchen by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by April 4, 2025
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- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-09
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- The facility did not have electrical outlet covers or the outlet covers were not in place. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, I
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed a couple of electrical outlets not covered in the third building hallway as well as classrooms accessible to children. The provider immediately covered all of the outlet covers throughout the facility. TA was provided to ensure that the outlets in reach of children are covered at all times.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-18
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
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed hazardous material and harmful items throughout the facility accessible to children. The VPK classroom near the art closet in a storage closet had fertilizer labeled with, Keep out of reach of children labeled on the floor and the door was not locked. In the one year old classroom in the main building to the left of the entrance with goo gone, carpet cleaner, and sanitizing wipes at the bottom of a diapering station that was not locked. The older childrens playground was observed in a black toy storage box with a gardening tool kits to include sharp gardening tools. As well as in the childrens restroom in the main b ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 13 - Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons
- Official code
- 13-02
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The facility failed to post the room capacity in each room. CCF Handbook, Section 3.4.1, A
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed no room capacities posted near all three classrooms in building three. The provider immediately posted the classroom capacity in all three classrooms at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the capacity is posted in each room throughout the facility.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 15 - Licensed Capacity
- Official code
- 15-05
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
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the tricycles on the older childrens playground with rust present. Also, all of the black plastic storage boxes were observed with debris, leaves, branches that need to be removed from toy storage and toys need to be power washed and cleaned. As well as the wooden playhouses on both playgrounds and the tree stump steps on the large wooden outdoor stationary equipment on the older childrens playground were observed with the wood chipped and deteriorated causing sharp edges. The specialist reminded the provider to ensure that the indoor/outdoor log is completed daily checking for potential hazards. TA was provided to ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 4, 2025
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- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-01
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facility did not provide shade on the playground. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, C
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the infants and toddler playground near the front of the building with no shade. The specialist observed a tree providing some shade to the playground, but not an adequate amount of shade. The provider advised that they shade tarp material was damaged by the last storm and has not been replaced. TA was provided to ensure that shade is added to the playground by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by April 4, 2025
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- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-03
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
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the bedding throughout the facility stored on cots that were stacked on top of each other allowing for all childrens bedding to touch one anothers. Also, in the one year old classroom to the left of the entrance, childrens cots were observed being stored in the childrens adjoining restroom. TS was also provided to ensure that the cots are clean and stain free. Extra time allotted to align due dates. TA was provided to ensure that bedding is stored in a sanitary manner to eliminate germs spread.
- Correction status
- Due by April 4, 2025
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- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 18 - Bedding and Linens
- Official code
- 18-02
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
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed sleeping infants in cribs in the infant classroom to the right from the entrance that were not spaced 18 inches apart. The specialist advised the provider that infants napping in cribs must be placed 18 inches apart. TA was provided to ensure that the cribs are placed 18 inches apart for napping infants.
- Correction status
- Due by April 4, 2025
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- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 19 - Nap/Sleep Space Requirements
- Official code
- 19-02
Higher concern: Sleep safety
- Report finding
- The nap/sleep space was under furniture or against furniture that created a hazard. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.2, D
- Inspector notes
- At time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed children sleeping against furniture. The specialist advised the provider that children must be placed at least 18 inches apart and not sleep under or against furniture. The specialist suggested a nap map for all classrooms to ensure placement of napping children meet requirement per rule. Extra time allotted to align due dates. TA was provided to ensure that children do not sleep under or against furniture that can cause a potential hazard.
- Correction status
- Due by April 4, 2025
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- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 19 - Nap/Sleep Space Requirements
- Official code
- 19-04
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
- Inspector notes
- At time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the kitchen staff preparing lunch in the kitchen and did not wear a head covering. The specialist asked the staff if she had a head covering, she replied yes. The specialist asked if she could place a head covering on her head while preparing food. The staff immediately placed a hair net on her head at time of inspection. TS was provided to ensure all staff who handle food wear a protective head covering especially while serving food items for children in care. TA was provided to ensure that the staff in the kitchen wear a proper head covering.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-13
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 time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed left over dried goods in the facilitys pantry near the kitchen not stored properly. The specialist observed open individual bags of crackers stored in a box with crumbs spilled. Also, graham crackers and open cheerios were observed not labeled or dated. TA was provided to ensure that leftover dried goods are stored properly.
- Correction status
- Due by April 4, 2025
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- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-22
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.
- Inspector notes
- At time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed frozen foods in the upright two door freezer in the kitchen that was not labeled or stored properly. The specialist observed French toast sticks and frozen chicken breast that were not sealed properly and exposed. Also, bagged frozen foods were not labeled. TA was provided to ensure that the frozen food are sealed and labeled appropriately.
- Correction status
- Due by April 4, 2025
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- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-24
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 time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the facilitys morning snack to include perishable food items to include milk and apple sauce that sat out longer than 15 minutes throughout the facility. TA was provided to ensure that milk and other perishable foods do no sit out longer than 15 minutes prior to the meal. TS was provided to ensure that food served to children is age appropriate if applicable staff should cut up foods similar in circular shape or that can cause a potential choke hazard to appropriate size as stated in rule.
- Correction status
- Due by April 4, 2025
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- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 25 - Meals and Snacks
- Official code
- 25-15
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The facility's menu was not [ did not have substitutions noted, was not posted at the beginning of each week in an easily seen place]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, H
- Inspector notes
- At time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the facilitys menu posted in the lobby but reflected last weeks menu and not the current week. Also, the pm snack option offered today was graham crackers and diced pears, but the menu reflected graham crackers and bananas. TA was provided to ensure that the current menu is posted at the beginning of the week and substitutions if applicable are noted on the posted menu.
- Correction status
- Due by April 4, 2025
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- 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
- Inspector notes
- At time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the childrens water bottled provided from home throughout the facility were not labeled appropriately to include the childrens full first and last names. The provider had staff to label all unlabeled cups throughout the facility at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the childrens cups are labeled appropriately.
- 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: 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 time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed there were no diapering procedures posted in the infant classroom and the older one classrooms that have a conjoined restroom to the right from the entrance. As well as in the third building classrooms that are diapering preschool aged children in restrooms and near the middle two year old classroom. The provider immediately posted diapering procedures near all diapering stations at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure the diapering procedures are posted at all times where diapering takes place.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
- Official code
- 30-14
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- Toys, equipment and/or furnishings available to the children in care were not age appropriate in that [small balls in a one year old classroom]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.11, A
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the two year old classroom with a sensory table include hard dime sized balls that are not appropriate for toddler aged children. The indoor toy causes a potential choking hazard to children in care. The provider immediately had staff removed the small toys from the classroom at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that indoor toys are age appropriate for children in care.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 31 - Indoor Equipment
- Official code
- 31-01
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
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed throughout the facility soft pillows heavily stained with spots and missing pillow covers. The provider also observed in the younger one year old classroom to the left from the entrance a wooden climbing toy with carpeted stairs that was heavily stained with glitter and food debris present. Also, in the same classroom a wooden car toy was observed also stained with food and food debris needing to be cleaned. The older one year old classroom with a restroom conjoined to the younger one year old classroom had a pillowed seat resembling a nest that was not maintained in good condition and sanitary. The childrens books ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 4, 2025
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- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 31 - Indoor Equipment
- Official code
- 31-05
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The play equipment was not maintained in a safe or sanitary condition for the children to use in that [toys were heavily stained]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B and F
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the sandboxes on both the older and younger playgrounds with tree branches and leaves and some litter to include storage bags in the sand. The provider stated that they do not have a sand box covering. The specialist advised that sand boxes have to be covered each day to ensure the sand is maintained sanitary. Extra time allotted to align due dates. TA was provided to ensure that the provider has sand box covers by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by April 4, 2025
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- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-03
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The ground cover or other protective surface under the [wooden outdoor stationary equipment with slide] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the resilient surface of mulch near the stationary wood outdoor equipment with slide on the older childrens measured to about 5 inches in depth. TA was provided to ensure that the resilient surface measures to 6 inches and 6 feet in perimeter by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by April 4, 2025
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- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-07
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documented proof that all child care personnel were trained and knowledgeable within 30 days of date of hire in [ safe sleep practices and shaken baby syndrome]. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.3 and 4.2.5
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist determined that the child care personnel listed on the supplemental did not complete safe sleep training course with 30 days of starting at the facility which offers infant care in their program. Staff 1 started at the facility on 3/18/2024. Staff 2 started at the facility on 1/25/2025. Staff 2 started, Health Safety and Nutrition course but did not complete the course within 30 days of hire by 2/25/2025. TA was provided to ensure that the child care personnel completed the training course by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by April 4, 2025
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- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-09
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- A child, child care personnel or other person in the child care facility suspected of having a communicable disease was not removed from the facility or placed in isolation. CCF Handbook, Section 6.1, B
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, the staff in the third building two year old classroom advised that a child vomited. Later on in the inspection, the staff notified the administration that the child vomited again and the childs parents were called. The specialist advised the staff that the child needs to be removed from the classroom and placed in the isolation area. The provider was not aware of an isolation area. Another staff notified the administration later on in the day that they suspect a child has pink eye, the childs parents were called. The specialist again advised the provider that the child needs to be removed from the classroom while waiting to be picked up by parents. ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 35 - Communicable Disease Control
- Official code
- 35-01
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
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist determined that the children listed on the supplemental had an expired Immunization record. Child1's form was last dated on 2/6/2025. Child 2's form was last dated on 1/31/2025. TA was provided to ensure that the child has a current Immunization on file by the due date for Licensing to review.
- Correction status
- Due by April 4, 2025
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- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-02
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The Student Health Examination or equivalent health statement was not acceptable in that: [ It was not current (over two years old)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist determined that the child listed on the supplemental had an expired medical physical. The form was last dated on 2/6/2023. The form is valid for two years. TA was provided to ensure that the child has a current medical physical on file by the due date for Licensing to review.
- Correction status
- Due by April 4, 2025
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- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
- Official code
- 42-02
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
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist determined child care personnel listed on the supplemental did not have an eligible screening on file prior to starting at the facility in the classroom with children in care. The staff started at the facility on 2/24/2025 but did not have an eligible status for child care in the Clearinghouse until 2/28/2025. TA was provided to ensure that all staff have an eligible background screening prior to starting at the facility.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-02
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, the Licensing specialist determined the provider failed to verify all employment history for the child care personnel listed on the supplemental. The staff worked at a child care facility in May of 2020 for a couple of month. The provider immediately verified the additional work history at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the provider verify all employment for staff within the past five years and documents on file for Licensing to review.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-04
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 Licensing specialist determined that the provider failed to initiate an out of state Sexual offender search and a Child Abuse Registry search for the child care personnel listed on the supplemental. The staff lived and worked in Ohio in 2021, which was within the past five years. The staff started at the facility on 3/3/2025. TA was provided to ensure that the provider initiates an out of state search for the staff and documents on file by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by April 4, 2025
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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 [11] children is required. A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [12] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S.
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the beginning of inspection, ratio was as follows Infant 12:3 Child Care Personnel • 1-year-old 12:3 Child Care Personnel • 2-year-old 8:1 Child Care Personnel • 3-year-old 14:2 Child Care Personnel • 4-year-old 5:1 Child Care Personnel • Kitchen • Additional Child Care Personnel • During a second walk-through of the facility after the inspection began, Licensing Specialist observed the 2-year-old classroom with 12 children and 1 Child Care Personnel. Technical assistance was provided to always abide by appropriate ratio. Licensing Specialist remained inside the classroom while the Provider moved Child Care Personnel around to correct ratio violation. The corrected ratio w ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Ratio Sufficient
- Official code
- 03-01
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- The sink and/or toilet was not maintained in good operating condition, clean and/or sanitized or disinfected. CCF Handbook, Section 3.7, I
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined during interviews that the facilitys water was turned off for a period of time and the facility failed to provide adequate source of water and appropriate sink and/or toilet was not maintained in good operating condition. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that the facility is in good operating condition. This standard was brought back into compliance as the facilitys sink and toilet is operational. •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 21 - Restrooms and Bath Facilities
- Official code
- 21-11
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Open packages of perishable or leftover foods were not [ properly covered or sealed, properly stored]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, D
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed a container of applesauce open and children playing, talking, and coughing on and around the food items. The applesauce was not properly stored. Technical assistance was approved to ensure that perishable food and leftover foods are properly covered or sealed. This standard was brought back into compliance when the food was sealed and covered. •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-21
Higher concern: Medication
- Report finding
- Medication was not stored in either a locked area or inaccessible and out of a childs reach. CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, G
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed a bag of Ludens Wild Cherry pectin lozenge/oral demulcent on a cabinet accessible to the children in care. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that medication is stored in either a locked area or inaccessible and out of a childs reach. This standard was brought back into compliance when provider removed the item from the cabinet and secured out of reach of children. •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 40 - Medication
- Official code
- 40-15
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 the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed all staff files and determined that the staff listed on the supplemental did not start the required DCF training within 90 days of employment in the industry. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff start a class in Part 1 or Part 2 prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by November 30, 2024
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- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-03
No recorded violations in this report
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 required in-service training during the states fiscal year beginning July 1 and ending June 30. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.7
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed all staff files and observed the staff listed on the supplemental did not have documentation of completing the required 10-hour annual in-service hours for the fiscal year 2023 - 2024. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff complete prior to the due date and log on the in-service form. Lastly, technical assistance was given to the provider that these hours cannot be used towards this years' in-service hours.
- Correction status
- Due by August 16, 2024
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- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-07
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
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed the child listed on the supplemental was missing a health record in their file and had been enrolled more than 30 days. The provider obtained a current copy of the physical from the parent/guardian placing the facility back in compliance for this standard.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
- Official code
- 42-01
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The facility did not have a fully-completed enrollment form (CF-FSP Form 5219) or equivalent form for the child(ren) in care. CCF Handbook, Section 7.3
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed the children listed on the supplemental were missing enrollment dates on their application/registration form. Technical assistance was given to the provider to complete prior to the due date. The provider was also encouraged to review all children's files to ensure each file is complete and has an enrollment date.
- Correction status
- Due by August 16, 2024
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- RECORD KEEPING - 43 - Enrollment Information
- Official code
- 43-02
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- An employment history verification was not documented and on file. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, D
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed all staff files and determined the staff listed on the supplemental had an incomplete 5-year work history in their file. (only 1 attempt made or missing a verification). Technical assistance was given to the provider to complete prior to the due date. The provider was reminded that 5-year employment history's must include the following: (3) attempts must be made and documented and failed attempts to obtain employment history must be documented in the personnel file and include date, time, and the reason the information was not obtained 1. A complete 5 years' worth of prior employment must be documented and verif ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by August 16, 2024
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- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-04
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- Background screening was not completed: [ after a 90-day break in service.] CCF Handbook, Section 5.2
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist determined the staff listed on the supplemental had a 90-day break in service and was not rescreened prior to employment. Technical assistance was given to the provider to complete prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by July 27, 2024
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- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-07
Medium concern: inspection access or misrepresentation
- Report finding
- Child care personnel misrepresented information, impersonated, or provided fraudulent information related to the child care facility to a parent/guardian, licensing authority, or law enforcement. s. 402.319(1)(f), F.S.
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection the licensing specialist observed the documents that were submitted to the licensing agent to not be the proper format, documentation, or correct agency signature. The department was informed through several agencies' investigations including building/zoning, fire department, and law enforcement that the documents provided were fraudulent. The noncompliance was resolved once the provider complied with the agencies to get the right documents filed with the county and submitted to the department. Owner/Director/Staff Responsible Comments Provider has no comments on this inspection ____________________________________________ Inspected by: Christin ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- RECORD KEEPING - 47 - Access/Child Safety
- Official code
- 47-08
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The facility failed to report a suspected communicable disease outbreak for two or more children or adults within 72 hours to the local county health department and failed to follow directions given. CCF Handbook, Section 6.1.2, B
- Report comments
- At the time of the complaint inspection, the counselor obtained information revealed through interviews that a communicable outbreak occurred for the entire staff/children and parents of the facility over a span of 3 weeks in April and it was not reported to the health department. The provider was advised to ensure when 2 or more children/adults have the same symptoms it is reported to maintain compliance. This was resolved due to the staff and children being well at the time of the report.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 35 - Communicable Disease Control
- Official code
- 35-10
No recorded violations in this report
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The facility did not have 35 square feet of usable floor space per child for the number of children observed in care. The facility had a capacity of [15] based on 35 square feet and [16] children were observed in care. CCF Handbook , Section 3.4.2, D
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed 16 children in the 2 year old classroom. The posted capacity for the classroom is 15. The child was leaving with their parent resolving the noncompliance. through interviews, it was revealed 16 children were in the supervision of 3 teachers all day. The provider was advised to ensure all classroom meet capacity and ratio standards to maintain compliance.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 15 - Licensed Capacity
- Official code
- 15-03
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Areas of the facility were found to be in need of cleaning. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the air conditioning vent throughout the facility by the classroom doors with heavy dust build up in need of cleaning. The counselor advised the provider that the air conditioning vents need to be dusted. TA was provided to ensure that the vents are cleaned by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by April 5, 2024
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- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-01
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- The facility did not have electrical outlet covers or the outlet covers were not in place. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, I
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the electrical outlet in the two and three year old classroom near the rug used for circle time with no outlet cover and children were present in the area dancing. The provider advised that the outlet needs to be covered in area where children have access. Provider covered the outlet at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that electrical outlets are covered at all times when in reach of children in care.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-18
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- A potentially harmful item, [Windex], was not labeled as required. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the infant classroom with a spray bottle storing a chemical that was not labeled with the chemical name. Staff was unaware of the substance in the bottle and stated it may be soap and water, however the counselor smelled the product and it was a chemical. Counselor advised the blue substance may be Windex and also advised staff that if they were unsure of what it was to pour it out and refill it and or find the chemical and label what the substance is on the spray bottle. Staff labeled the spray bottle at time of inspection and confirmed that it was Windex being stored. TA was provided to ensure that spray bottles that store c ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 13 - Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons
- Official code
- 13-01
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
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the counselor observed multiple classrooms throughout the facility with children not sleeping 18 inches apart. The staff advised that they soothe multiple children to sleep and or allow the lunch area to be cleaned while children lay down to nap. Counselor advised the staff that children must sleep 18 inches apart during nap time to remain compliance. Counselor offered suggestions on sleeping areas and moved children at time of inspection and reminded staff that they have the floor space to spread children out while sleeping. Counselor also suggested that the facility create a nap map for each classroom to ensure compliance for this standard. TA was ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 19 - Nap/Sleep Space Requirements
- Official code
- 19-02
Higher concern: Sleep safety
- Report finding
- The nap/sleep space was under furniture or against furniture that created a hazard. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.2, D
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the counselor observed children sleeping throughout the facility against furniture and or under furniture. The counselor observed the children sleeping near chairs and stacked chairs stored right by the sleeping children in care. The provider asked staff to remove the chairs by the sleeping children at time of inspection. Staff moved the chairs away from children at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the children in care are not sleeping against furniture or near other potential hazards.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 19 - Nap/Sleep Space Requirements
- Official code
- 19-04
Higher concern: Sleep safety
- Report finding
- The nap/sleep space interfered with exit areas. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.2, E
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the children in multiple classrooms sleeping that are interfering with emergency exit doors within the classroom. The counselor advised staff that children can not block or interfere with exits. Counselor offered suggestions on sleeping areas and moved children at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that exit doors are not blocked or interfered with by sleeping children or any other objects.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 19 - Nap/Sleep Space Requirements
- Official code
- 19-05
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 both mini refrigerators with freezer combos in the infant classroom in the freezer section with no thermometer observed. TA was provided to ensure that the thermometers are placed in the freezers by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by April 5, 2024
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- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 25 - Meals and Snacks
- Official code
- 25-08
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
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the counselor observed several childrens bottles throughout the facility that were not labeled or labeled with childs first name only or first name and last initial. Provider advised all staff to label every childs cup and bottle appropriately at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the childrens bottles are labeled with the childs full name at all times.
- 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: 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 the one and two year old classroom changing a childs diaper and then move on to change another childs diaper. The counselor asked staff if she washed the childs hands that she just changed while pushing on the handwashing sink faucet and the water stream was very low, the staff replied, Oh no and also stated that they turn off the water because children play at the sink. Counselor also asked staff if she changed her gloves between changes and she states, yes. The staff waited to change the next childs diaper and washed the hands of the previous child and washed their own hands and changed gloves to diaper the next ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
- Official code
- 30-14
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 courses within 12 months of working in the industry. Staff 1 started in the industry on 10/31/2022 and 15 months in the industry was 1/31/2024. Staff did not complete 40 hour training until 2/3/2024. Staff 2 started in the industry on 1/25/2023 and did not complete training until 3/13/2024. The counselor advised provider that staff has 12 months from their industry start date to complete required training. TA was provided to ensure that child care personnel complete introductory training within 12 months of industry start date.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- 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, the counselor determined that the child care personnel listed on the supplemental did not complete the required 5 hour Literacy course within 12 months of employment in the industry. Staff one started in the indus38try on 12/14/2022 and has not completed the training as of today. Staff two started in the industry on 1/5/2023 and has not completed the training as of today. TA was provided to ensure that the staff complete the required 5 hr. Literacy training by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by April 5, 2024
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- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-06
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
- 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 for Licensing to review. TA was provided to ensure that the medical physical form is on file by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by April 5, 2024
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- RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
- Official code
- 42-01
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- Child care personnels Level 2 documentation was incomplete in that [ A copy of out-of-state sexual offender/predator registry search is missing.]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1, D, E, and F
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the counselor determined that the facility failed to request a sexual offender search for the child care personnel listed on the supplemental who lived out of state within the past five years. The counselor observed that the provider completed a national search but not a state specific search for the staff. Staff one lived in the state of GA and Staff two lived in OH. The provider completed the requested search and documented the results on file at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the provider request a state specific search of the sexual offender search for staff who lives out of state within the past five years.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-11
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
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection information obtained revealed the facility did not give the guardian documentation of the incident that occurred to a child in their supervision. the provider was advised to ensure incident reports are written and signed by parent/guardians the same day to maintain compliance. The noncompliance is resolved because the child is no longer in attendance.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 39 - Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation
- Official code
- 39-04
No recorded violations in this report
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
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed all staff files and determined that the staff listed on the supplemental did not successfully complete the Departments training within 12 months from the date training began, not to exceed 15 months from the date of employment in the child care industry. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff start complete/pass tests prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by December 1, 2023
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- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-01
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documentation to show child care personnel had begun the introductory training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.1
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed all staff files and determined that the staff listed on the supplemental did not start the required DCF 40 hour training within 90 days of employment/industry start date. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff start a class in Part 1 or Part 2 prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by December 1, 2023
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- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-03
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documentation to show completion of a Department approved five-hour early literacy and language development course for child care personnel within 12 months of date of employment in child care industry and/or the early literacy course documentation was not uploaded in the Florida Pathways/Registry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.2 and 4.5, C
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed all staff files and determined that the staff listed on the supplemental had not completed Early Literacy training within 1 year of employment/industry start date. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff complete prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by December 1, 2023
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- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-06
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Child(ren) did not have a Florida Certification of Immunization (DH Form 680) or a Religious Exemption from Immunization (DH Form 681), on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1, B
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor determined the child listed on the supplemental was missing an immunization record in their file and had been enrolled more than 30 days. Technical assistance was given to the provider to obtain a current form from the parent/guardian prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by December 1, 2023
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- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Child(ren) did not have a Student Health Examination/DH (Form 3040), or an equivalent health statement on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2, C
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor the child listed on the supplemental was missing a health record in their file and had been enrolled more than 30 days. Technical assistance was given to the provider to obtain a current form from the parent/guardian prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by December 1, 2023
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- 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
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 the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed all staff files and determined that the staff listed on the supplemental did not start the required DCF 40 hour training within 90 days of employment/industry start date. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff start a class in Part 1 or Part 2 prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by August 10, 2023
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- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-03
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Child care personnel, including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the required in-service training during the states fiscal year beginning July 1 and ending June 30. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.7
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed all staff files and observed the staff listed on the supplemental did not have documentation of completing the required 10 hour annual in-service hours for the fiscal year 2022 - 2023. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff complete prior to the due date and document on the in-service form. Lastly, technical assistance was given to the provider that these hours cannot be used towards this years' in-service hours.
- Correction status
- Due by August 10, 2023
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- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-07
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documented proof that all child care personnel were trained and knowledgeable within 30 days of date of hire in [ the use of fire extinguishers]. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.3 and 4.2.5
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed all staff files and determined that the staff listed on the supplemental did not have documentation of fire extinguisher training in their file and had been employed more than 30 days. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff complete prior to the due date. Additional technical assistance was given to the provider as a reminder that all child care personnel shall be trained in the use and operation of a fire extinguisher, at each facility they are employed, within 30 days of date of hire.
- Correction status
- Due by August 10, 2023
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-09
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
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed all staff files and observed the staff listed on the supplemental did not have documentation of training on the facilitys exposure plan. Technical assistance was given to the provider to review with the staff and document the training prior to the due date. Lastly, the provider was reminded that a refresher education of the facilitys exposure plan must be conducted with all staff annually.
- Correction status
- Due by August 10, 2023
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 35 - Communicable Disease Control
- Official code
- 35-12
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
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed children's files N - Z and determined the children listed on the supplemental had incomplete accident/incident reports that were missing parent/guardian signature and/or was missing dates. Technical assistance was given to the provider as a reminder that all accidents/incidents must be documented on the same day they occur, must be shared & signed with the parent/guardian on the date of the occurrence, signed by any child care personnel that witnessed, involved and/or responded to the incident and the documentation must be kept for 12 months. Additional technical assistance was given to the provider to have the form(s) ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by August 10, 2023
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 39 - Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation
- Official code
- 39-04
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
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed childrens files N - Z and determined the children listed on the supplemental were missing health records in their file and had been enrolled more than 30 days. Technical assistance was given to the provider to obtain a current form from the parent/guardian prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by August 10, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
- Official code
- 42-01
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- Child care personnel did not have an employment application on file. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, A
- Report comments
- At the time of the reinspection, the CCR counselor reviewed new staff files and determined that the staff listed on the supplemental did not have an employment application in their file. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff complete prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by August 10, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-02
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
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed all staff files & observed the staff listed on the supplemental had incomplete 5131 forms in their file. The provider completed the forms while the counselor was present placing them back into compliance for this standard.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-01
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
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed all staff files and determined the staff listed on the supplemental had an incomplete 5-year work history in their file. (no verifications completed and/or not a full 5-years' worth of employment). Technical assistance was given to the provider to complete prior to the due date. The provider was reminded that 5-year employment history's must include the following: (3) attempts must be made and documented and failed attempts to obtain employment history must be documented in the personnel file and include date, time, and the reason the information was not obtained 1. A complete 5 years' worth of prior employment must be ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by August 10, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-05
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- Background screening was not completed: [ after a 90-day break in service.] CCF Handbook, Section 5.2
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed all staff files & observed the staff listed on the supplemental had a 90 day break in service and was not rescreened prior to employment. Technical assistance was given to the provider to complete prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by July 21, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-07
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
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed all staff files & observed the staff listed on the supplemental had resided outside of the state of Florida within the past 5 years and had no documentation that abuse & neglect or sexual offender checks were completed. Technical assistance was given to the provider to obtain prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by August 10, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-11
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Child Care personnel, who were not in compliance with training requirements when they left the industry, did not complete required training and any new mandated training before returning to the industry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.3, B
- Report comments
- At the time of the reinspection, the staff listed on the supplemental has not completed DCF training. The provider emailed the CCR counselor documentation that the staff is scheduled to test on 4/29/23.
- Correction status
- Due by May 18, 2023
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-05
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- Child care personnels Level 2 documentation was incomplete in that [ A copy of out-of-state sexual offender/predator registry search is missing.]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1, D, E, and F
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the reinspection, the provider stated the facility has not received out of state sexual offender checks for the staff listed on the supplemental. Technical assistance was given to the provider to reach out to the state(s) either by phone or email to request the reports prior to the due date. Note: the reports were requested after the due date from previous inspection.
- Correction status
- Due by May 18, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-11
No recorded violations in this report
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 the inspection, the CCR counselor observed the facility did not have the license number posted on the front doors or the sign by the road. The provider placed the license number on the sign and on the window near the front door while the counselor was present placing them back into compliance for this standard.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 01 - License Displayed/Citation Posted/Advertising
- Official code
- 01-03
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Child Care personnel, who were not in compliance with training requirements when they left the industry, did not complete required training and any new mandated training before returning to the industry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.3, B
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed all staff files and determined that the staff listed on the supplemental did not successfully complete the Departments training within 12 months from the date training began, not to exceed 15 months from the date of employment in the child care industry. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff start complete/pass tests prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by April 16, 2023
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-05
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 the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed all staff files and determined that the staff listed on the supplemental had not completed Early Literacy training within 1 year of employment/industry start date. One staff completed late and the other staff has not completed. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff listed on the supplemental complete the training prior to the due date and was reminded that staff have 1 year from industry start date to complete Early Literacy training. The Nest Schools, Inc. C10PO0408 745 Lake Miriam Dr Lakeland FL 33813 Routine 03/17/2023 Page 3 of 7
- Correction status
- Due by April 16, 2023
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-06
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
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the inspection, the provider stated there were 91 children enrolled and 31 children's files A - G including newly enrolled were reviewed. The children listed on the supplemental had expired immunization records in their 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 shown & 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 April 16, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-02
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- A signed statement from the custodial parent(s) or legal guardian(s) attesting that the facility had provided the department's Know Your Child Care Facility brochure was not on file for the child(ren). CCF Handbook, Section 7.3, C.1.
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed children's files A - G and observed none of the children had acknowledgment of receiving the Know Your Child Care Facility brochure. Technical assistance was given to the provider to complete prior to the due date. Additional technical assistance specific to this standard is notated on the supplemental. A copy of the children's file checklist was left with the provider on today's date for use/reference. The Nest Schools, Inc. C10PO0408 745 Lake Miriam Dr Lakeland FL 33813 Routine 03/17/2023 Page 4 of 7
- Correction status
- Due by April 16, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 43 - Enrollment Information
- Official code
- 43-03
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
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed all staff files and determined the staff listed on the supplemental did not have a file onsite available for review. Technical assistance was given to the provider to obtain prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by April 16, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-01
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- Child care personnel did not have an employment application on file. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, A
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed all staff files and determined the staff listed on the supplemental did not have an employment application in their file. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff complete prior to the due date. A copy of the staff file checklist was left with the provider on today's date for use/reference.
- Correction status
- Due by April 16, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-02
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
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed all staff files and observed the staff listed on the supplemental had lived outside the state of Florida within the past 5-years that was not included with the original screening. Technical assistance was given to the provider to initiate a new screening including the staff's prior state(s) prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by March 27, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-02
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- An employment history verification was not documented and on file. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, D
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed all staff files and determined the staff listed on the supplemental had an incomplete 5-year work history in their file. (no verifications completed and/or not a full 5-years' worth of employment). Technical assistance was given to the provider to complete prior to the due date. The provider was reminded that 5-year employment history's must include the following: (3) attempts must be made and documented and failed attempts to obtain employment history must be documented in the personnel file and include date, time, and the reason the information was not obtained 1. A complete 5 years' worth of prior employment must be ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 16, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-04
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- Background screening was not completed: [ after a 90-day break in service.] CCF Handbook, Section 5.2
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed all staff files & observed the staff listed on the supplemental had a 90 day break in service and was not rescreened prior to employment. Technical assistance was given to the provider to complete prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by March 27, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-07
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- The facility failed to maintain a copy of the DCF email informing of the individuals eligibility for a provisional hire in the child care personnel file. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1, C
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed all staff files & observed the staff listed on the supplemental had resided outside of the state of Florida within the past 5 years and did not have the 45-day provisional hire letter in their file. Technical assistance was given to the provider to reach out to the corporate rep to see if the letter is in their email and to forward to the facility. The staff was entered in the Clearinghouse as a provisional hire dated 1/6/23. The staff is over their 45 days and the provider is aware the staff cannot return until a cleared screening has been obtained.
- Correction status
- Due by April 16, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-10
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
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed all staff files & observed the staff listed on the supplemental had resided outside of the state of Florida within the past 5 years and did not have documentation that abuse & neglect or sexual offender checks were completed. Technical assistance was given to the provider to initiate a resubmission including the prior state(s) prior to the due date. Lastly, the provider was reminded that any staff who resided outside the state of Florida within 5 years must have the above-mentioned documentation in their file.
- Correction status
- Due by April 16, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-11
Questions to ask
Suggested questions for parents based on recorded violations in inspection reports. If there are not enough source-backed violations, you will see general questions for daycare.
Finding-specific
Can you walk me through your current process for verifying and documenting the five-year employment history for new staff members?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records show that the facility has been identified in recent reports for missing documentation regarding required five-year employment history verifications for staff.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you ensure that all cleaning supplies and other potentially harmful items are kept out of reach of children throughout the day?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report noted instances where items like cleaning supplies were accessible to children, and asking about current storage practices helps clarify how the center maintains a secure environment.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps have you taken to ensure that all electrical outlets are properly covered in every classroom?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records show that missing outlet covers have been a recurring topic in recent reports, and this question allows the director to explain the current maintenance routine.
Related violations
Finding-specific
Could you describe how your team monitors staff-to-child ratios throughout the day, especially during transitions like moving between the playground and classrooms?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records indicate that maintaining required staff-to-child ratios has been a challenge during recent inspections, and this question helps parents understand the current supervision practices.
Related violations
General question
How does your center approach daily communication with parents regarding their child's routine, such as nap times and meal schedules?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Understanding how the center communicates daily activities helps parents feel connected to their child's care and ensures that routines are consistent between home and the facility.