Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 2.21
- Local median
- 1.82
Dawsons Learning Center Llc
1013 Lakeshore Dr, Lakeland, FL 33805
- License:
- C10PO0417
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 12, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, After School, Before School, Drop In, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care, Transportation
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:30AM to 5:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 34
- License expiration:
- March 8, 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 inspectionMay 5, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMay 5, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 28 available inspections for Dawsons Learning Center Llc from February 27, 2023 through May 5, 2026.
14 inspections recorded violations, with 62 recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on March 3, 2026 and involved transportation, with a due date of April 1, 2026.
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
- 28
- Recorded violations
- 62
- Higher-concern violations
- 18
- Repeated topics
- 7
5 in last 12 months
13 in last 12 months
1 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
28 total inspections vs 2 local median in 33805
Compared to 12 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 32%
- Local median
- 17%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 50%
- Local median
- 48%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 7
- Local average
- 2.83
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Staff training
Appeared across 6 inspections, with 8 recorded violations.
November 3, 2023December 7, 2023February 23, 2024May 7, 2024July 1, 2025November 5, 2025Equipment or readiness
Appeared across 5 inspections, with 6 recorded violations.
November 3, 2023December 7, 2023February 23, 2024December 13, 2024March 3, 2026Health or food records
Appeared across 5 inspections, with 6 recorded violations.
February 23, 2024May 13, 2024July 2, 2024December 13, 2024March 3, 2026Facility condition
Appeared across 5 inspections, with 13 recorded violations.
February 23, 2024July 2, 2024July 1, 2025November 5, 2025March 3, 2026Attendance accountability
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
July 2, 2024November 4, 2024December 19, 2024Background screening
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 6 recorded violations.
November 3, 2023February 23, 2024May 13, 2024Supervision
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 5 recorded violations.
November 3, 2023May 13, 2024July 18, 2024Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The facility did not maintain a log for all children being transported in a vehicle. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.2 A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the specialist was not able to review or inspect the current transportation due to it being at the sister facility. Technical assistance that the provider must have transportation logs.
- Correction status
- Due by April 1, 2026
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 05 - Transportation
- Official code
- 05-02
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 specialist observed a bar at the top of the chain linked fence on the playground has come apart and is currently hanging; making this side of the fence unstable. The specialist also observed a linked area that has come unchained- in this area a childs arm could get caught or pinched. The wooden area around the tree appears to have a plank of wood missing whether through rot or termites. Either way a child could be splintered, etc. All these things must be repaired by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by April 1, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- All reading, painting and other close work areas did not have lighting equivalent to 50 foot candles on the work surface. CCF Handbook, Section 3.3.1, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the specialist observed and noted that in the VPK room where the children complete their work; the lighting meter read 25.7, 35.6, 39.8. In the three year old room the lighting read: 32.7 in the area where the children completed their work. The lighting in the rest of the three year old room and in the one year old room was appropriate by the standards. The provider has until the due date to add lighting or rearrange the room to be in compliance with the standard.
- Correction status
- Due by April 1, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 14 - Lighting, Temperature, and Ventilation
- Official code
- 14-02
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the specialist observed that 2/3 of the toilets in the VPK hallways. The provider stated that a work order has been prepared for the repair of the toilets. The provider has until the due date to have the toilets fixed.
- Correction status
- Due by April 2, 2026
More details
- Report section
- 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 (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the provider did not have a current fire inspection. The provider noted that they need to change the lighting in order to pass the fire inspection. Technical assistance a facility must have a current and approved fire inspection.
- Correction status
- Due by March 13, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-02
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The garbage container used for the disposal of food waste was not emptied, cleaned and sanitized or disinfected daily. 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 specialist observed the entry door to the kitchen, the right side of the refrigerator, and the cabinets are all in need of cleaning.
- Correction status
- Due by April 2, 2026
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-12
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- The hand washing sink was used for something other than hand washing in that [there was food in the drain, non handwashing items on the ledge around the sink that were being cleaned in the handwashing sink.]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the specialist observed food in the drain of the one year old class sink, there were cups and other items on the sink ledge, that were being cleaned in the handwashing sink. The provider has until the due date to remove items and only use the clean handwashing sink for handwashing only.
- Correction status
- Due by April 2, 2026
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
- Official code
- 30-03
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- The diaper changing surface was not cleaned and sanitized or disinfected after each use. 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 specialist observed the diaper changing table in the two and three year old class room is in need of cleaning under the changing pad. The provider has until the due date to have this cleaned.
- Correction status
- Due by April 2, 2026
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
- Official code
- 30-05
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection there were toys that were unsanitary. This is an area where 1s are touching and placing them in their mouth. Technical assistance was given to clean the toys and or remove them.
- Correction status
- Due by April 1, 2026
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 31 - Indoor Equipment
- Official code
- 31-05
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- The diaper changing surface was not cleaned and sanitized or disinfected after each use. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, E Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- The specialist also observed the changing table in the infant room with debris and loose strands of hair. The provider has until the due date to have the staff members diaper changing station cleaned; TA was given to encourage the staff to clean station after every change, as well as the end of each day. At the time the provider rectifies this citation, they will return to compliance for this standard.
- Correction status
- Due by December 5, 2025
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
- Official code
- 30-05
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Items unrelated to diaper changing were stored in the diaper changing area or placed on the diaper changing table/surface. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, G Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the specialist observed the diaper changing table in the two and three year old class room with art work spread out. The specialist encouraged the staff to find a more sanitary location to place drying art work. The artwork was removed; however, the table itself had outside dirt, leaves, and other debris.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
- Official code
- 30-07
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documentation to show 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 reinspection, the staff member has still not started her DCF training. Staff member did complete ELC school readiness training. The staff started on July 24, 2025, and should have started DCF training by October 22, 2025.
- Correction status
- Due by November 28, 2025
More details
- Report section
- 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 reinspection, the staff member started in the industry on July 1, 2024, and has not completed early literacy. Staff would have had a year to complete early literacy from their hire date in the industry.
- Correction status
- Due by November 28, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-06
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 specialist observed the first children's bathroom has dust and debris collected around the sink area, the second bathroom has a dusty a/c vent, and the borders throughout the building are in need of thorough cleaning. The provider has until the due date to have the cleaning completed and at that time the facility will return to compliance for this standard.
- Correction status
- Due by July 31, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-01
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- The hand washing sink was used for something other than hand washing in that [there were bibs in the sink to be cleaned]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, C Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the specialist observed several wipeable bibs in the handwashing sink in the infant room waiting to be cleaned. The specialist advised the staff that the sink is for handwashing only and that the bibs would need to be cleaned in a sink that is used for those purposes. The bibs were removed from the sink at the time of the inspection; returning the facility back to compliance for the standard.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
- Official code
- 30-03
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 specialist reviewed staff files and found that a staff did not complete early literacy. The staff was hired 2/12/24; and should have completed it by February 12, 2025. The staff did not begin and complete the training until 7/9/25. The training has been completed, the citation is for the delay in the timing of the completion. The facility is in compliance for this standard due to the training being completed.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-06
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- There were no daily attendance records or they were unavailable for review by the licensing authority. CCF Handbook, Section 7, B.4 Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the reinspection, the specialist observed that the attendance records were incorrect and only showed which children arrived and were present. TA was given explaining what is needed in a completed attendance. The record should show time in and time out of each child. The provider has until the due date to create an attendance sheet and follow the standard for keeping daily attendance and return to compliance. ENFORCEMENT
- Correction status
- Due by January 17, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 46 - Daily Attendance
- Official code
- 46-01
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facilitys outdoor play space was not enclosed with fencing or walls a minimum of 4 feet in height. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, F Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the playground fence damage and not 48 inches in height. Technical assistance was provided that the outdoor play area must have adequate fencing or walls a minimum of 4 feet in height. Fencing, including gates, must be continuous and must not have gaps or opening larger than 3 inches that would allow children to exit the outdoor play area. The base of the fence must remain at ground level and be free from erosion or buildup to prevent inside and outside access by children or animals. These Technical support was provided to use indoor activities that promote gross motor skills such as but not limited to: Toss bean bags i ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-05
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Meals and/or snacks supplied by the facility did not meet the daily nutritional needs of the children in care in that [all food groups were met]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, B Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the children in care eating cheerios and milk. No other items were provided for the children for breakfast. Technical assistance was provided three food groups for breakfast and that nutritious meals and snacks of a quantity and quality to help meet the daily nutritional needs of the children.
- Correction status
- Due by February 22, 2025
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 25 - Meals and Snacks
- Official code
- 25-01
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The facility did not maintain documentation that the parent(s) or legal guardian(s) of each child were provided information detailing the causes, symptoms, and transmission of the influenza virus annually during the months of August through September in that [The brochure was not shared with the parents for August through September]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.3, C.4. Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the counselor observed there were no brochures or signatures during August or September for the acknowledgement of the flu virus. The provider was reminded of the August and September dates. The provider plans to have parents sign, even though it is the wrong month.
- Correction status
- Due by December 4, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 43 - Enrollment Information
- Official code
- 43-06
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The facility did not maintain documentation that the parent(s) or legal guardian(s) of each child were provided information regarding the potential for distracted adults to fail to drop off a child and leave them in the car annually during the months of April and September in that [no signatures or brochures given to parents for the month of September]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.3, C.5. Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection the counselor observed the brochure was not given to parents in the month of September for the "Distracted Driver". There were also no signature sign in sheets. The provider stated they will have the parents sign in acknowledgement; with the understanding this is not the correct month.
- Correction status
- Due by December 4, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 43 - Enrollment Information
- Official code
- 43-10
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- There were no daily attendance records or they were unavailable for review by the licensing authority. CCF Handbook, Section 7, B.4 Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the counselor observed there was no November attendance in the 2 year old class. The provider has until reinspection to have updated attendance records. This will place them back into compliance. ENFORCEMENT
- Correction status
- Due by December 4, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 46 - Daily Attendance
- Official code
- 46-01
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- Children were left in high chairs or other confining devices outside of feeding times. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4.4, B General Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, interviews revealed that a child was placed into a high chair as a time out to resolve behavioral problems. The provider was advised to ensure that high chairs are used for age appropriate children and only during times of feeding to maintain compliance. The noncompliance was resolved at the time of the inspection because during the walkthrough of commencement there were no children in highchairs outside of feeding time.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
- Official code
- 04-09
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 10, number 1) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the 3-5 and school age room had peeling paint on four walls. TA: The provider will need to paint over the peeling paint before the due date on the inspection.
- Correction status
- Due by August 1, 2024
More details
- Report section
- 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 (Section 12.4, number 6) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the two-year-old room had the cots stored in the bathroom. TA: The provider will need to store the cots in a sanitary manner before the due date on the inspection.
- Correction status
- Due by August 1, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 18 - Bedding and Linens
- Official code
- 18-12
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
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the diaper change table in the 2 year old did not have a diaper procedure. The provider placed a diaper procedure above the diaper change table; therefore, it was completed at the time of the inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
- Official code
- 30-14
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The facility does not have documentation for all child care personnel on required annual refresher education of the facilitys exposure plan. CCF Handbook, Section 6
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, there were six staff that did not have the required annual refresher education of the facilitys exposure plan. TA: The provider will need the staff to read and sign the required annual refresher education of the facilitys exposure plan before the due date on the inspection.
- Correction status
- Due by August 1, 2024
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 35 - Communicable Disease Control
- Official code
- 35-12
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- The attendance roster did not accompany the group of children in that [The infant/ones year old did not have 3 children signed in on the attendance roster. ].CCF Handbook, Section 7.5, A
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the infant/ones year old did not have 3 children signed in on the attendance roster. The provider signed the three children in the attendance roster therefore it was completed at the time of 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
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 reinspection, the CCR counselor observed bottles and sippy cups in the 1 and 2-year-old classroom that were not labeled with the child's first and last name. The provider labeled the bottles and cups while the counselor 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 - 28 - Bottles, Breastmilk, Formula and Infant Food
- Official code
- 28-02
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- The facility had an inadequate number of child care personnel appropriately trained in CPR to maintain coverage both on-site and on field trips. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4, B Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the reinspection, the CCR counselor observed only 1 staff were onsite with current CPR. Technical assistance was given to the provider that for 0 -25 staff, a minimum of 3 staff must be on hand and in direct supervision of the children with valid CPR while children are in care and to have sufficient number of staff complete the training prior to the due date to ensure compliance at all times children are in care. Lastly, the provider was reminded it must be an instructor led, hands on course or one of the 2 Department approved virtual instructors. (listed on the supplemental)
- Correction status
- Due by May 23, 2024
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 36 - CPR Requirements
- Official code
- 36-03
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- The facility did not have an adequate number of child care personnel appropriately trained in first aid to maintain coverage both on- site and on field trips. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4, B Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the reinspection, the CCR counselor observed only 1 staff was onsite with current First Aid. Technical assistance was given to the provider that a minimum of 3 staff for a facility with 25 staff or less and in direct supervision of the children must be on hand with valid First Aid while children are in care. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have sufficient number of staff complete the training prior to the due date to ensure compliance at all times children are in care.
- Correction status
- Due by May 23, 2024
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 37 - First Aid Requirements
- Official code
- 37-02
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 reinspection, the CCR counselor observed the staff listed on the supplemental still had an incomplete 5-year work history in their file. (nonly 1 attempt 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 documentation must include the applicants jo ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by June 12, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-04
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 reinspection, the CCR counselor reviewed the facility's employee/staff roster through the Clearinghouse and observed there were still several staff who were no longer employed and/or who were not added to 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 5 days to add or delete staff from the roster in the Clearinghouse.
- Correction status
- Due by June 12, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-09
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The director responsible for the daily operation of the program did not have an active Director Credential. CCF Handbook, Section 4.7
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the reinspection, per the provider, the facility still does not have credentialed director. Technical assistance was given to the provider to actively seek and obtain a credentialed director prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by November 1, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 34 - Credentialed Staff
- Official code
- 34-04
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- Pest control took place in rooms occupied by children. CCF Handbook Section 3.1, H
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed an outside pest control staff spraying in a classroom where the children were napping. The staff left the building placing the facility back into compliance for this standard. Technical assistance was given to the provider that any maintenance must be completed when children are not in care.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 13 - Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons
- Official code
- 13-10
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 (Section 10.8, number 2) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed the fencing facing the street approximately halfway down had an area where the tension wire was broken, and the fence could be pushed outwards. Also, at the end of the divider fence, there is a gap between the fence and the pole. Technical assistance was given to the provider to repair the fence tension wire and install the fence clips to the pole prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by March 22, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-07
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 17.6, number 5) Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed the sippy 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 March 22, 2024
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 28 - Bottles, Breastmilk, Formula and Infant Food
- Official code
- 28-02
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Diaper changing occurred on a surface that was not impermeable. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, E (Section 12.3, number 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed a torn changing mat in the 1 and 2-year-old classroom. The provider replaced with a new one while the CCR counselor was present placing the facility back into compliance for this standard.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
- Official code
- 30-06
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 March 22, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-06
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documented proof that all child care personnel were trained and knowledgeable within 30 days of date of hire in [ the use of fire extinguishers]. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.3 and 4.2.5
- 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 March 22, 2024
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 March 22, 2024
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 35 - Communicable Disease Control
- Official code
- 35-12
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. (3 attempts not 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 documentation must inc ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by March 22, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-04
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 were staff who were no longer employed and/or who were not added to the roster. Technical assistance was given to the provider to update the roster prior to the due date. Additionally, technical assistance was given to the provider that the facility now has 5 days to add or delete staff from the roster in the Clearinghouse.
- Correction status
- Due by March 22, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-09
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facilitys outdoor play area contained litter, nails, glass or other hazards that posed a low potential for harm to children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the reinspection, the CCR counselor observed the concrete was still exposed on the playground near the rear wall. Technical assistance was given to the provider to cover with sufficient mulch or remove from the playground prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by January 6, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-01
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The director responsible for the daily operation of the program did not have an active Director Credential. CCF Handbook, Section 4.7
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the reinspection, the facility does not have a credentialed director. The previous director left effective November 30, 2023. Technical assistance was given to the provider to obtain a credentialed director prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by May 1, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 34 - Credentialed Staff
- Official code
- 34-04
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facilitys outdoor play area contained litter, nails, glass or other hazards that posed a low potential for harm to children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed 2 areas of exposed concrete on the playground. One area is located near the rear wall and the other area is near the divider gate fence. Technical assistance was given to the provider to cover or remove the concrete prior to the due date. Lastly, the counselor observed the oak tree on the playground has numerous tree roots exposed. A suggestion was given to the provider to cover the roots with mulch or install a barrier around the equipment to prevent injuries.
- Correction status
- Due by December 2, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-01
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- Outdoor play equipment suitable to each childs age and development was inadequate for the number of children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12 A
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed there was a plastic car, slide, picnic table and another slide on the small playground. On the larger playground, there was only 2 cars, a picnic table and 2 rocking toys. Technical assistance was given to the provider to add more toys prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by December 2, 2023
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-11
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 started the required DCF 40-hour training after the 90 days of employment/industry start date. Technical assistance was given to the provider as a reminder that staff must begin training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry. Lastly, training taken prior to employment in the child care industry does not constitute begin training. The begin training timeframes begin at the time of employment in the child care industry.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-03
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- The facility had an inadequate number of child care personnel appropriately trained in CPR to maintain coverage both on-site and on field trips. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4, B Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the reinspection, the CCR counselor observed only 1 staff was onsite with current CPR. Technical assistance was given to the provider that for 0 -25 staff, a minimum of 3 staff must be on hand and in direct supervision of the children with valid CPR while children are in care and to have sufficient number of staff complete the training prior to the due date to ensure compliance at all times children are in care. Lastly, the provider was reminded it must be an instructor led, hands on course or one of the 2 Department approved virtual instructors. (listed on the supplemental)
- Correction status
- Due by November 13, 2023
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 36 - CPR Requirements
- Official code
- 36-03
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- The facility did not have an adequate number of child care personnel appropriately trained in first aid to maintain coverage both on- site and on field trips. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4, B Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed only 1 staff was onsite with current First Aid. Technical assistance was given to the provider that a minimum of 3 staff for a facility with 25 staff or less and in direct supervision of the children must be on hand with valid First Aid while children are in care. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have sufficient number of staff complete the training prior to the due date to ensure compliance at all times children are in care.
- Correction status
- Due by November 13, 2023
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 37 - First Aid Requirements
- Official code
- 37-02
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. (only 1 or 2 attempts completed and/or missing prior employers). 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 ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by December 2, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-04
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 were several staff who were no longer employed or are not on the facility's 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 December 2, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-09
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 10, number 1) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed the stand alone sink located in the center bathroom the children use was leaking water from the pipe underneath and had debris on the bottom of the cabinet from the water dripping. Technical assistance was given to the provider to repair the pipe and clean the cabinet prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by August 6, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The facilitys refrigerator and/or freezer does not have an appropriate thermometer. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, F.1
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed the refrigerator in the infant classroom did not have a thermometer in the refrigerator. The provider placed a thermometer in the refrigerator while the Counselor was present placing them 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
- 24-23
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The frame of the [yellow sit and spin] was not securely anchored in the ground or stationary by design. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B (Section 11.2, number 2) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed the yellow sit and spin was not anchored. The provider removed the equipment while the counselor was present placing them back into compliance for this standard. The provider was given technical assistance that should the equipment be placed back on the playground, it must be anchored into the ground.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-02
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- A resilient surface was not provided beneath and within the fall/use zone for [yellow sit and spin]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D (Section 11.2, number 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed the yellow sit and spin had no mulch located around/under the equipment. The provider removed the equipment while the counselor was present placing them back into compliance for this standard. The provider was given technical assistance that should the equipment be placed back on the playground, it must have a 6-foot radius in all directions from any other toys, equipment, fences, etc. and have 6 inches in depth of mulch within that area.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-06
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 18.6, number 1) Training [SR]
- 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 log on the in-service log. Lastly, technical assistance was given to the provider that these hours cannot be used towards next years' in-service hours.
- Correction status
- Due by August 6, 2023
More details
- Report section
- 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 (Section 19.2, number 1) Record Keeping [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed all childrens files and determined 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 August 6, 2023
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 (Section 19.2, number 7) Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed all children's files and observed the children listed on the supplemental were missing enrollment dates and/or had incomplete medical information on their application/registration form. Technical assistance was given to the provider to complete prior to the due date. Technical assistance was given to the provider as a reminder to ensure the application is complete upon enrolling.
- Correction status
- Due by August 6, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 43 - Enrollment Information
- Official code
- 43-02
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- Personnel records or copies of records were not being maintained at the facility and available for review by the licensing authority. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 (Section 19.4) Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed the staff listed on the supplemental did not have a file onsite available for review. Technical assistance was given to the provider to create a file and have onsite prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by August 6, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-01
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- An employment history verification was not documented and on file. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, D
- 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 documentation and verifications from 3 previous employers). 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 documen ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by August 6, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-04
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 were several staff who were no longer employed and/or who were not added to 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 September 5, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-09
No recorded violations in this report
Questions to ask
Suggested questions for parents based on recorded violations in inspection reports. If there are not enough source-backed violations, you will see general questions for daycare.
Finding-specific
Could you explain the current process for maintaining transportation logs for children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an inspection in March 2026 indicate that the facility did not maintain a log for children being transported in a vehicle.
- Context
- Correction status is currently listed as due by date.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps have been taken to ensure that daily attendance records are consistently completed and available for review?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records show multiple instances between 2024 and 2025 where attendance records were either missing, incomplete, or unavailable for review.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How does the center ensure that confining equipment like high chairs is only used during appropriate feeding times?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from July 2024 noted a finding regarding the use of high chairs for purposes other than feeding.
- Context
- The issue was noted as corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your current process for verifying and documenting the five-year employment history for new staff members?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Official records from several inspections between 2023 and 2024 show repeated findings regarding incomplete employment history documentation in staff files.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you manage the schedule for staff training to ensure that all required certifications, such as CPR and First Aid, remain current?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection reports from 2023 and 2024 indicate multiple findings where the facility had an inadequate number of personnel trained in CPR and First Aid.
Related violations