Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 2.77
- Local median
- 0.93
Montessori Academy Of Davenport Florida Inc
101 Ridge Center Dr, Davenport, FL 33837
- License:
- C10PO0414
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 12, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, Full Day, Half Day
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 59
- License expiration:
- March 28, 2027
Typical cost: $1,127 - $1,157 (Under 1)
Child’s age
$1,127 - $1,157/mo
Median daily rate: $52.00 - $53.40
Official Florida Division of Early Learning Polk County data.
Not this provider’s price.
Inspection snapshot
Recent higher-concern violation
At least one higher-concern violation appears in the last 12 months.
Next: Read reports, examine repeated topics below, look at the broader history, and ask what changed afterward.
Latest inspectionApril 22, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsApril 22, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 30 available inspections for Montessori Academy Of Davenport Florida Inc from February 24, 2023 through April 22, 2026.
13 inspections recorded violations, with 83 recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on March 10, 2026 and involved attendance accountability.
That higher-concern topic showed up in six 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
- 30
- Recorded violations
- 83
- Higher-concern violations
- 19
- Repeated topics
- 11
6 in last 12 months
17 in last 12 months
4 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
30 total inspections vs 0 local median in 33837
Compared to 11 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 33%
- Local median
- 18%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 43%
- Local median
- 35%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 11
- Local average
- 1.73
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 11 inspections, with 23 recorded violations.
July 24, 2023September 1, 2023November 8, 2023December 11, 2023March 4, 2024July 16, 2024August 20, 2024November 20, 2024March 24, 2025November 17, 2025March 10, 2026Attendance accountability
Appeared across 6 inspections, with 6 recorded violations.
July 24, 2023November 8, 2023July 16, 2024August 20, 2024November 17, 2025March 10, 2026Facility condition
Appeared across 6 inspections, with 12 recorded violations.
July 24, 2023November 8, 2023March 4, 2024July 16, 2024July 24, 2025March 10, 2026Hazardous access
Appeared across 5 inspections, with 5 recorded violations.
July 24, 2023March 4, 2024July 16, 2024November 17, 2025March 10, 2026Recordkeeping
Appeared across 5 inspections, with 6 recorded violations.
July 24, 2023November 8, 2023March 4, 2024July 16, 2024March 24, 2025Staff training
Appeared across 5 inspections, with 10 recorded violations.
July 24, 2023September 1, 2023November 8, 2023December 11, 2023November 20, 2024Background screening
Appeared across 4 inspections, with 6 recorded violations.
July 24, 2023November 20, 2024December 30, 2024March 24, 2025Emergency preparedness
Appeared across 4 inspections, with 4 recorded violations.
November 8, 2023March 4, 2024March 24, 2025July 24, 2025Administrative posting
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 5 recorded violations.
November 8, 2023March 4, 2024July 16, 2024Equipment or readiness
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 4 recorded violations.
July 24, 2023November 8, 2023March 4, 2024Staff-to-child ratio
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
November 8, 2023March 4, 2024Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed the large rugs in the middle classroom are in need of cleaning. TA was provided to have them cleaned by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by April 9, 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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed that the door frame in the middle classroom has peeling paint and the carpet is fraying in several areas, the 2-&-3-year-old classroom has a large area of peeling paint and the flooring is peeling. In the middle restroom there is tape that has been placed over an area with a hole, tape is not allowed to be used. TA was provided to have these areas sanded and painted and the hole and carpet repaired by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by April 9, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- A safety deficiency having a low potential for harm to the children in care was observed. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed that there is a broken outlet cover in the 2- & 3-year-old classroom and there is a loose electrical cord near the bottom of the wall. In the middle classroom there is an electrical cord that is not secured. TA was provided that the cords will need to be secured and the outlet cover replaced by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by April 9, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-06
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- The facilitys fencing walls or gate area had gaps that could allow children to exit the outdoor play area. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, F (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the pole to the fencing up against the wall has pulled away from the support bar and there is a 5 1/2-inch gap. TA was provided that there cannot be over a 3 1/2-inch gap. Extra time is being allotted since the facility will be closed for spring break until the 23rd. The provider will need to have this repaired before the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by April 9, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-06
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Bottles and/or sippy cups brought from home were not labeled with childs first and last name. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.5, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the water bottles were not all labeled properly. TA was provided that all water bottles must be labeled with the childrens first and last names. The staff labeled the bottles during the inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 28 - Bottles, Breastmilk, Formula and Infant Food
- Official code
- 28-02
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed the childrens files and the children that are listed in the supplemental have expired immunizations. TA was provided that immunizations are required by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by April 9, 2026
More details
- 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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed that the children that are listed in the supplemental did not have current health forms. TA was provided that the health forms are required by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by April 9, 2026
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
- Official code
- 42-02
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- The attendance roster did not accompany the group of children in that [there were 20 children present and 13 children signed in.].CCF Handbook, Section 7.5, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed 20 children present and only 13 children signed in. The director that is listed in the supplemental corrected the attendance during the inspection. TA was provided that the attendance has to be accurate at all times. ENFORCEMENT
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 46 - Daily Attendance
- Official code
- 46-07
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- The facilitys storage of harmful items including cleaning supplies, flammable products, and poisonous, toxic and hazardous materials allowed access by children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the storage closed was left unlocked and there was Lysol spray, Clorox cleaning spray and paint accessible to children. The director listed in the supplemental locked the door during the inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 13 - Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons
- Official code
- 13-02
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Bottles and/or sippy cups brought from home were not labeled with childs first and last name. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.5, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, there were several sippy cups and water containers in each classroom with just the first name or first name and Last initial. TA was provided that all sippy cups and water containers must have the child's first and last names. The provider put the names on the containers during the inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 28 - Bottles, Breastmilk, Formula and Infant Food
- Official code
- 28-02
Medium concern: 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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed all staff files and the staff that is listed in the supplemental did not completed the required Annual refresher training. TA was provided that all staff are required to complete an annual refresher facility exposure plan training. The training is required by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by December 17, 2025
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 35 - Communicable Disease Control
- Official code
- 35-12
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the children listed in the supplemental had expired immunizations. TA was provided to get these by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by December 17, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-02
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Child(ren) did not have a Student Health Examination/DH (Form 3040), or an equivalent health statement on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed the children's files and the child listed in the supplemental dob 6/26/22, started 5/5/25 and did not have a health form in the file.
- Correction status
- Due by December 17, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
- Official code
- 42-01
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- The attendance roster did not accompany the group of children in that [there were no children checked in on the daily attendance sheet in the 4&5 yera old classroom. ].CCF Handbook, Section 7.5, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed that there were no children checked in on the daily attendance sheet in the 4- & 5-year-old classroom. The staff completed the attendance during the inspection. ENFORCEMENT
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 46 - Daily Attendance
- Official code
- 46-07
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed that there was peeling paint in several areas of the 4-year-olds classroom and the 2- & 3-year-old classroom. Also, there is a tile that is completely loose in the restroom off the 4-year-old classroom. TA was provided to sand and paint the areas with peeling paint and to reattach the flooring in the restroom by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by August 22, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- Emergency preparedness drills were not conducted when children were in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.5, B (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed the emergency log, and the provider hadn't completed a weather drill during her last licensure year. TA was provided that two emergency drills are required during each licensure year. A weather drill was conducted with the licensing specialist during the inspection. Fire drills had been conducted on a monthly basis and the last fire drill was conducted on 7/1/25. The lock down was conducted on 1/3/25.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-15
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Diaper changing occurred on a surface that was not impermeable. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, E (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed that the diaper changing pad in the 2 - & 3-year-old classroom had a tear and is not impermeable. TA was provided to replace the pad by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by August 22, 2025
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
- Official code
- 30-06
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- The facility did not have a current and approved annual fire safety inspection by the local fire authority. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, A (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the fire inspection was previously completed on 1/25/24 and expired 1/25/25. The next fire inspection was then completed on 3/4/25. TA was provided to make sure the fire inspection is completed before the previous one expires.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-02
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Garbage containing food waste was not disposed of in a leak proof, nonabsorbent container with a tight fitting lid. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.1, A.8. (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed the garbage can in the 4- & 5-year-old classroom had food that was disposed of in it and did not have a lid. TA was provided that all containers used for food waste must have a tight-fitting lid. The provider will need to get a new lid, or garbage can with a tight-fitting lid by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by April 23, 2025
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-11
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The personnel/ volunteer (ten hours or more per month) record did not include a CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form signed annually. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed the staff that are listed in the supplemental either did not have an abuse or neglect from in their file or it was expired on 3/4/24. The staff completed the forms during the inspection. At the time of the inspection, 6 staff files were reviewed and updated in CARES.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-04
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- Employment history check did not include all required information including applicants, job title, description of regular duties, confirmation of employment dates, and level of job performance. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- The staff that is listed in the supplemental did not have her 5-year work history verified by the provider. TA was provided that the 5-year work history needs to be completed by the provider before the staff starts to work. The work history will need to be verified by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by April 23, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-05
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- The facility failed to maintain a current Employee/Contractor Roster for all child care personnel in the Clearinghouse. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, K (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- The staff listed in the supplemental was added 1/6/25 and had no been added to the Clearing House roster in the first 5 days of hire. TA was provided that the provider has to keep the employee roster current and must add or delete a staff with in 5 days of hire or removal. The staff will need to be added to the roster by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by April 23, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-09
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- Background screening was not completed: [ after a 90-day break in service.] CCF Handbook, Section 5.2 Record Keeping [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- The Licensing Specialist spoke to the provider that is listed in the supplemental and she stated they still have no conducted the re-submit for the staff that is listed in the supplemental. TA was provided that the provider will need to complete the re-submit for the staff.
- Correction status
- Due by January 9, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-07
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 (Section 3.3, Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Training [SR]
- Report comments
- The staff listed in the supplemental did not complete the required in service training for the 23-24 licensure year. TA was provided to complete the training and the in-service log annually.
- Correction status
- Due by December 20, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-07
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Child care personnel who completed ELFL health and safety modules did not complete additional DEL-approved health and safety training by required date. (Section 3.2.A.2.a. and 3.2.C Training Requirements, Page 7) [SR]
- Report comments
- The staff listed in the supplemental did not have certificate or updated transcript in their file to show training was completed.
- Correction status
- Due by December 20, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-17
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Child(ren) did not have a Florida Certification of Immunization (DH Form 680) or a Religious Exemption from Immunization (DH Form 681), on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- The children listed in the supplemental have expired immunizations. TA was provided that all children are required to have current immunization forms.
- Correction status
- Due by December 20, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Child(ren) did not have a Student Health Examination/DH (Form 3040), or an equivalent health statement on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- The child listed in the supplemental had an expired Health form as of 6/3/24. TA was provided that all children enrolled are required to have a current health form. This form is good for 2 years.
- Correction status
- Due by December 20, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
- Official code
- 42-01
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- Background screening was not completed: [ after a 90-day break in service.] CCF Handbook, Section 5.2 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- The Licensing Specialist observed that that the staff listed int the supplemental left 8/4/23 and was rehired 3/4/24. The clearance letter in the file was eligible on 2/2/23 with more than a 90-day break in service, the staff should have had a re-submit in the Clearing House before she was re-hired. TA was provided that the provider will need to complete a re-submit.
- Correction status
- Due by November 30, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-07
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Bottles and/or sippy cups brought from home were not labeled with childs first and last name. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.5, B Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection the licensing agent observed several cups in each classroom to not have student's first and last names on their sippy cups. The provider was advised ensure they were labeled to maintain compliance of this standard.
- Correction status
- Due by August 30, 2024
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 28 - Bottles, Breastmilk, Formula and Infant Food
- Official code
- 28-02
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- Child care personnel failed to ensure arrival and departure times were complete and accurate at the time of arrival or departure. CCF Handbook, Section 7.5, B Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- The Daily attendance observed for August; some children (listed on supplemental) were missing sign in/out times. The provider was advised to ensure that they were documented daily to help maintain the compliance of this standard. ENFORCEMENT
- Correction status
- Due by August 30, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 46 - Daily Attendance
- Official code
- 46-03
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The facility didnt have a written plan of scheduled activities. CCF Handbook, Section 2.6 General Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the classrooms had a daily schedule from Open to 230p. When asked what time the facility closes the director/owner stated until 6p. It was explained that there needed to be a schedule from the hours Montessori is completed to maintain compliance of this standard. Additional hours, and activities were added to the schedule to resolve the noncompliance.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 09 - Planned Activities
- Official code
- 09-01
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Areas of the facility were found to be in need of cleaning. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection the counselor observed, the classrooms floors had paper from cut up arts and crafts, crumbs, and mulch debris on the classroom floors. The provider was advised to clean up daily to maintain compliance of this standard.
- Correction status
- Due by August 15, 2024
More details
- Report section
- 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 the inspection the licensing specialist observed several outlets in the classroom to the left of the entrance to have missing covers. The provider was advised to ensure covers were in place to maintain compliance. The noncompliance was resolved when the director replaced the covers.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-18
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 Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, sippy cups did not have children's first and last name on them. The provider was advised to ensure all cups have first/last names to maintain compliance of this standard.
- Correction status
- Due by August 15, 2024
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 28 - Bottles, Breastmilk, Formula and Infant Food
- Official code
- 28-02
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Child(ren) did not have a Florida Certification of Immunization (DH Form 680) or a Religious Exemption from Immunization (DH Form 681), on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1, B Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection the licensing agent observed a child that was enrolled more than 30 days that did not have an immunization form in their file. The provider advised to ensure every child enrolled has immunization documentation/exemption or K12 in their file to maintain compliance of this standard. The noncompliance was resolved by the end of the inspection; the parent emailed a copy to the director to complete their child's file.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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 Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection the licensing agent observed the child named on the supplemental page that did not have a current immunization form. The provider was advised to ensure all children enrolled have a current immunization to maintain compliance of this standard.
- Correction status
- Due by August 15, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-02
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 Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection children named on the supplemental page did not have their date of enrollment on their application. The provider was advised to ensure the dates were on all applications for enrolled children to maintain compliance of this standard. The noncompliance was resolved when the director completed their dates
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 43 - Enrollment Information
- Official code
- 43-02
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- Child care personnel failed to ensure arrival and departure times were complete and accurate at the time of arrival or departure. CCF Handbook, Section 7.5, B
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection. Children listed on the supplemental page were missing either arrival/departure times missing from their attendance sheets. The provider was advised to ensure that all children enrolled with attendance records have accurate times to maintain compliance of this standard. ENFORCEMENT
- Correction status
- Due by August 15, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 46 - Daily Attendance
- Official code
- 46-03
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 [15 children majority three years old] children is required. A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [19 children mixed ages two, three and five (maj. 3)] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. (Section 3, numbers 1 9) General Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- 1 staff; 11 children ages four years old 1 staff; 20 children ages three, four and five years old (maj. age five) 1 staff; 19 children ages two, three and five (1)years old (maj. 3) New ratio 1 staff; 10 children ages four years old 1 staff; 20 children ages three, four and five years old (maj. age 5) 2 staff; 19 children ages two, three and five (1) years old (maj. age 3) Standard was brought back into compliance when an additional staff came into the classroom.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Ratio Sufficient
- Official code
- 03-01
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The facility's written plan of scheduled activities was not posted in a conspicuous place accessible to the custodial parents or legal guardians. CCF Handbook, Section 2.6 (Section 7, number 1) General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the counselor observed none of the classrooms within the facility with a daily schedule posted. The provider advised that the schedule was removed when the facility repainted the walls. The counselor advised that the schedule must be posted in an inconspicuous place within each classroom area. The provider remembered that they created a new schedule which each staff had a copy of on their clip boards which held the classroom rosters. The counselor asked the provider to post them in the classrooms to be easily seen by parents and children. The provider printed the daily schedule in each classroom at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 09 - Planned Activities
- Official code
- 09-03
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- A health deficiency having a low potential for harm to the children in care was observed. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 (Section 10, numbers 1-11) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the counselor observed paint chipping on the wall in the third classroom to the right near the staff kitchen area. Also, the counselor observed the brown carpet in the middle classroom ripped and coming up in front of the restroom that needs to be secured in place. TA was provided to ensure that the facility is in good repair by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by April 3, 2024
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- Report section
- 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 counselor observed two outlets in the third classroom from the entrance with outlet covers missing. The provider covered the outlets immediately at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that outlets are covered at all times when in reach of children in care.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-18
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The facility failed to post the room capacity in each room. CCF Handbook, Section 3.4.1, A (Section 1, number 1) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the counselor observed no capacity posted on two of the facilitys classrooms. The left side classroom and middle classroom from the entrance did not have capacities posted. The provider immediately posted up capacities in the classrooms at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that capacity is posted in each classroom.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 15 - Licensed Capacity
- Official code
- 15-05
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- The floor mats available for children were not at least one inch thick. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1, D (Section 12.4, number 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection the counselor observed the children in care in the four and five year old classroom sleeping on yoga mats. The provider advised that the Montessori style the children of four and five do not sleep but three year old children do nap within the program. The provider advised that the children sleeping at time of inspection are four and five years old did nap today but not all of the children sleep daily. The counselor advised the mats need to be at least one inch thick for children in care. The provider advised she is going to order more cots. TA was provided to ensure that provider has mats or cots that meet requirement by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by April 3, 2024
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- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 18 - Bedding and Linens
- Official code
- 18-05
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- The facility's emergency evacuation plan did not include a diagram of safe routes and was not posted in each room. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.5, E (Section 14.2, number 14) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the counselor observed no evacuation plan posted in the classrooms. The provider advised that she has a evacuation plan from when the facility had 2 classrooms but now they have added an additional classroom and the evacuation was not posted with 2 safe routes in each classroom. TA was provided to ensure that the evacuation plans are posted by the due date displaying two safe exit routes. At the time of the inspection, Licensing counselor observed the providers last fire drill was conducted on _____3/1/2024________. The provider conducted a lockdown drill on _____7/5/2023_________ and a weather drill conducted on ______1/3/2024______ . The fire exti ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 3, 2024
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- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-10
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Items unrelated to diaper changing were stored in the diaper changing area or placed on the diaper changing table/surface. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, G (Section 12.3, number 6) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the diaper changing area in the two and three year old classroom with a lunch box and juice box and toys placed on the diaper changing mat. The counselor advised the provider that items not related to diapering cannot be stored or placed on the diaper changing area. The provider removed the items at time of inspection and disinfected the mat as well. TA was provided to ensure that the diaper changing area is free of items not related to diapering at all times.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
- Official code
- 30-07
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- Equipment available to children in the outdoor play area was not appropriate for the age and developmental level of the children in care in that [the provider did not have enough outdoor equipment acceptable for all age groups and quantity per child]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, A (Section 11.2, number 1) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the facilitys outdoor play area with only two play houses, the counselor observed a plastic basketball court and toddler slides on the outside of the fence and stated children were not playing safely so provider removed them. The counselor suggested that the provider add more outdoor play equipment to range for all age groups that provider caters care to, to include school aged children. The provider did advise that they bring balls and hula hoops out but store them inside. TA was provided to ensure that the provider adds more outdoor equipment appropriate for all age groups by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by April 3, 2024
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- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-01
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facility's first aid kit was missing the following items: [ Pre-moistened wipes, Bottled water, A current resource guide on first aid and CPR procedures, Soap and hand sanitizer]. CCF Handbook, Section 6.2, C (Section 13.5) Health Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, the counselor determined the facilitys first aid kit is missing a bottle of water, soap, pre moistened wipes and CPR procedures. The counselor advised the staff the first aid kit must include all required items. TA was provided to ensure that the facility has a completed first aid kit by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by April 3, 2024
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- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 37 - First Aid Requirements
- Official code
- 37-06
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 (Section 19.2, number 2) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, the counselor determined that the children on the supplemental had expired immunization records on file. Child 1 expired on 2/16/2024, Child 2 expired 2/21/2024, and Child 3 expired on 7/25/2023. TA was provided to ensure that the children have updated current Immunization records on file by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by April 3, 2024
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- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-02
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The personnel/ volunteer (ten hours or more per month) record did not include a CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form signed annually. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, C (Section 19.4, number 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the child care personnel listed on the supplemental with expired Child Abuse and Neglect form on file. The forms were expired as of 1/2/2023 and 2/2/2023. The provider had all staff sign an updated Child Abuse and Neglect form at time of inspection. The provider had all staff sign a current form at time of inspection for Licensing to review and placed forms on file for each staff. TA was provided to ensure that the Child abuse and neglect form is signed annually.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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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
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 reinspection, the CCR counselor 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 January 10, 2024
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- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-01
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documentation to show completion of a Department approved five-hour early literacy and language development course for child care personnel within 12 months of date of employment in child care industry and/or the early literacy course documentation was not uploaded in the Florida Pathways/Registry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.2 and 4.5, C
- Report comments
- At the time of the reinspection, the CCR counselor determined that the staff listed on the supplemental had not completed Early Literacy training. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff complete prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by January 10, 2024
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- 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 Record Keeping [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor determined the child listed on the supplemental had an expired immunization record 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 January 10, 2024
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- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-02
Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
- Report finding
- A ratio of [2] child care personnel for [23] children is required. A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [23] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, at initial walkthrough, the counselor observed 1 staff with 23 children (ages 3 -5).
- 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
- Indoor and outdoor play areas were not inspected daily for basic health and safety and/or any problems were not corrected before the play area is used by children and/or daily inspection logs were not maintained for 12 months. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed the facility's daily indoor/outdoor log and observed the last entry was dated 8/20/23. Technical assistance was given to the provider as a reminder that indoor and outdoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety and documented on the log.
- Correction status
- Due by December 7, 2023
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- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-19
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The facility is licensed to serve [35] children. A total of [38] children were counted at the center and/or were on a field trip. CCF Handbook , Section 3.4.1, C Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the counselor observed a total of 38 children onsite at initial walkthrough. Some of the children were picked up while the counselor was present placing them back into compliance for this standard.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 15 - Licensed Capacity
- Official code
- 15-01
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 [20] based on 35 square feet and [23] children were observed in care. CCF Handbook , Section 3.4.2, D Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the counselor observed 23 children in one classroom. Some of the children were picked up while the counselor was present placing them back into compliance for this standard.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 15 - Licensed Capacity
- Official code
- 15-03
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documentation of a fire extinguisher being properly maintained to include being serviced and retagged timely, and/or with a current certificate. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, B Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the counselor observed the facility's fire extinguishers were last tagged in October 2023. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the extinguishers serviced/tagged prior to the due date. The last fire drill was conducted on 10/13/23 and an emergency preparedness drill (lockdown) was conducted on7/5/23. No weather drill has been conducted yet this licensing year.
- Correction status
- Due by December 7, 2023
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- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-05
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Food Acceptance Log was missing or was incomplete in that it did not [include entries since August 2023.]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, E.1.
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the counselor reviewed the facility's food acceptance log and observed the last entry was dated 8/18/23. Per the owner/director, the facility has pizza every Friday. Technical assistance was given to the provider that each time the facility receives/gets pizza, it must be documented on the log.
- Correction status
- Due by December 7, 2023
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- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 27 - Catered Food and Food Provided by Outside Sources
- Official code
- 27-05
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Bottles and/or sippy cups brought from home were not labeled with childs first and last name. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.5, B Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed cups that were not labeled with the child's 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 child's first and last name.
- Correction status
- Due by December 7, 2023
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- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 28 - Bottles, Breastmilk, Formula and Infant Food
- Official code
- 28-02
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- Inspections were not conducted and documented monthly of all supports, above and below the ground, all connectors, and moving parts. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the counselor reviewed the facility's physical environment log and observed the last entry was dated 8/14. The provider was reminded that inspections must be conducted monthly and documented on the log and documentation of maintenance inspections must be kept for 12 months. Lastly, technical assistance was given to the provider to ensure the dates are full dates - month, day and year.
- Correction status
- Due by December 7, 2023
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- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-04
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 7, 2023
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- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-01
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documentation to show completion of a Department approved five-hour early literacy and language development course for child care personnel within 12 months of date of employment in child care industry and/or the early literacy course documentation was not uploaded in the Florida Pathways/Registry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.2 and 4.5, C
- Report comments
- At the time of 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 7, 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 Record Keeping [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed childrens files E & F and newly enrolled for a total of 13 files and determined the child listed on the supplemental had an expired immunization record 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 December 7, 2023
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- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-02
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 Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor 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 December 7, 2023
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- RECORD KEEPING - 43 - Enrollment Information
- Official code
- 43-02
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- Child care personnel failed to ensure arrival and departure times were complete and accurate at the time of arrival or departure. CCF Handbook, Section 7.5, B
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed all daily attendance sheets and observed that the children listed on the supplemental were missing time in, time out and or a parent or guardian signature. Technical assistance was given to the provider to designate 1 staff to be responsible to ensure the daily attendance sheets are complete daily. Another suggestion was to highlight the entry on the sheet to ensure the parent/guardian sees and can correct. The provider was reminded that each the parent or guardian may document the time when time when his or her child enters and departs the child care facility, however, the provider is responsible for ensuring that att ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by December 7, 2023
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- RECORD KEEPING - 46 - Daily Attendance
- Official code
- 46-03
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documentation to show completion of a Department approved five-hour early literacy and language development course for child care personnel within 12 months of date of employment in child care industry and/or the early literacy course documentation was not uploaded in the Florida Pathways/Registry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.2 and 4.5, C
- Report comments
- At the time of the reinspection, the staff listed on the supplemental still did not complete Early Literacy training. Technical support was given to the provider to have the staff complete prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by September 30, 2023
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- Report section
- 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 Record Keeping [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the reinspection, the CCR counselor observed the child listed on the supplemental still does not have a physical in their file. Technical assistance was given to the provider to obtain a current physical prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by September 30, 2023
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- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
- Official code
- 42-01
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 the inspection, the CCR counselor observed missing electrical outlet covers in the right-side classroom. The provider installed the covers placing them back into compliance for this standard. Lastly, technical assistance was given to the provider to write the year on top of the daily indoor/outdoor checklist.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-18
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- The floor mats available for children in care were not covered with an impermeable surface. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1, D Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed multiple torn nap mats. Technical assistance was given to the provider to replace the mats prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by August 23, 2023
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- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 18 - Bedding and Linens
- Official code
- 18-06
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 Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed the nap mats are stored together with no divider, bags, etc. The provider stated the mats are cleaned once a week on Friday's. Technical assistance was given to the provider that mats when not in use must be stored in a sanitary manner which prevents the spread of germs or lice from other linens and to complete prior to the due date. Lastly, the provider was reminded that all bedding and linens must be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized at least once a week, and before use by another child.
- Correction status
- Due by August 23, 2023
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- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 18 - Bedding and Linens
- Official code
- 18-12
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Children were provided food that was not age appropriate and/or posed a choking hazard. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, B & C Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed multiple children (ages 2 - 4) eating a whole banana, whole chicken nuggets, pretzel sticks and a whole cheese stick. Technical assistance was given to the provider that although the parent/guardian supplies meals and snacks, food for toddlers must be cut into pieces inch or smaller to prevent choking. This applies to all food, even food provided by parents/guardians.
- Correction status
- Due by August 23, 2023
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- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 25 - Meals and Snacks
- Official code
- 25-02
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Bottles and/or sippy cups brought from home were not labeled with childs first and last name. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.5, B Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed multiple cups that were not labeled with the child's first and last name. Technical assistance was given to the provider as a reminder that all cups, water bottles from home, etc. must be labeled with the child's first and last name.
- Correction status
- Due by August 23, 2023
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- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 28 - Bottles, Breastmilk, Formula and Infant Food
- Official code
- 28-02
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The play equipment was not maintained in a safe or sanitary condition for the children to use in that [some of the equipment was observed broken.]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B and F Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed the plastic playhouse had 2 areas that were broken/separated from the frame. Also, under the Little Tykes basketball hoop had torn netting at the top. The provider repaired the equipment while the counselor was present placing them back into compliance for this standard.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-03
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. The staff started in the industry in August 2019 and has not completed training. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff start complete/pass tests prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by August 23, 2023
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- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-01
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documentation to show completion of a Department approved five-hour early literacy and language development course for child care personnel within 12 months of date of employment in child care industry and/or the early literacy course documentation was not uploaded in the Florida Pathways/Registry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.2 and 4.5, C
- Report comments
- At the time of 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 August 23, 2023
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-06
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documented proof that all child care personnel were trained and knowledgeable within 30 days of date of hire in [ the use of fire extinguishers]. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.3 and 4.2.5
- 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. The facility must maintain documentation in their file that all child care personnel have completed training.
- Correction status
- Due by August 23, 2023
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- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-09
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 Record Keeping [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed childrens files A - D and determined the child(ren) 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. The records are attached to this inspection. 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 August 23, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-02
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 Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, children's files A - D were reviewed. The children listed on the supplemental did not have start dates listed on their enrollment form. Technical assistance was given to the provider to enter start dates prior to the due date and to ensure the remaining enrollment forms have start dates.
- Correction status
- Due by August 23, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 43 - Enrollment Information
- Official code
- 43-02
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 Record Keeping [SR]
- 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 a Supplement to the Child Care Facility form in their file. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff sign prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by August 23, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-03
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- Employment history check did not include all required information including applicants, job title, description of regular duties, confirmation of employment dates, and level of job performance. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, D
- 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. (missing or only 2 attempts made). 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 verified 2. The documentat ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by August 23, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-05
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- The facility failed to maintain a current Employee/Contractor Roster for all child care personnel in the Clearinghouse. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, K
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed the facility's employee/staff roster through the Clearinghouse and observed there no staff were listed on the roster. Technical assistance was given to the provider to update the roster prior to the due date. Additionally, the provider was reminded that the facility has 10 days to remove any staff who have retired, resigned, transferred or were terminated from the facility and 10 days to add any new staff. Note: technical assistance was given to the provider that the rule will be updated soon and the facility will have 5 days to add or remove staff.
- Correction status
- Due by August 23, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-09
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- Child care personnel failed to ensure arrival and departure times were complete and accurate at the time of arrival or departure. CCF Handbook, Section 7.5, B
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed all daily attendance sheets and observed that the children listed on the supplemental were missing time in, time out and or a parent or guardian signature. Technical assistance was given to the provider to designate 1 staff to be responsible to ensure the daily attendance sheets are complete daily. Another suggestion was to highlight the entry on the sheet to ensure the parent/guardian sees and can correct. The provider was reminded that each the parent or guardian may document the time when time when his or her child enters and departs the child care facility, however, the provider is responsible for ensuring that att ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by August 23, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 46 - Daily Attendance
- Official code
- 46-03
No recorded violations in this report
Questions to ask
Suggested questions for parents based on recorded violations in inspection reports. If there are not enough source-backed violations, you will see general questions for daycare.
Finding-specific
Could you describe the process your team uses to ensure that daily attendance records are always accurate and match the number of children present in each classroom?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records show multiple instances where attendance rosters did not accurately reflect the number of children present in the classroom. This question helps parents understand the current procedures for maintaining accurate group counts.
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What steps are currently in place to monitor the condition of the outdoor play area and ensure that fencing remains secure for the children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from March 2026 noted a gap in the outdoor fencing that required repair. This question helps parents understand how the facility monitors and maintains the physical security of the outdoor play space.
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How do you ensure that all cleaning supplies and other hazardous materials are stored securely and kept out of reach of children at all times?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records show repeated concerns regarding the storage of hazardous materials and access to potentially serious items. This question helps parents understand the current safety protocols for securing these materials.
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What is your process for verifying and maintaining complete employment history and background screening documents for all staff members?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records indicate several instances where background screening or employment history documentation was incomplete or required updates. This question helps parents understand how the center manages personnel records to ensure compliance.
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How do you manage classroom transitions and staffing to ensure that appropriate ratios are maintained throughout the day?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report noted instances where staff-to-child ratios were not met. This question helps parents understand the center's current approach to staffing and supervision during daily operations.
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