Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 2.05
- Local median
- 2.85
Little Wonders Academy
5100 US Highway 98 N Ste 10, Lakeland, FL 33809
- License:
- C10PO0419
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 12, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- Gold Seal, School Readiness, VPK, After School, Before School, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 122
- License expiration:
- May 9, 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.
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Latest inspectionMay 1, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMay 1, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 19 available inspections for Little Wonders Academy from April 17, 2023 through May 1, 2026.
Nine inspections recorded violations, with 39 recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on January 5, 2026 and involved facility condition.
Child guidance was a higher-concern topic that showed up in one inspection.
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
- 19
- Recorded violations
- 39
- Higher-concern violations
- 11
- Repeated topics
- 7
3 in last 12 months
1 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
19 total inspections vs 16 local median in 33809
Compared to 13 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 32%
- Local median
- 37%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 47%
- Local median
- 59%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 7
- Local average
- 4.92
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Facility condition
Appeared across 6 inspections, with 13 recorded violations.
September 8, 2023May 1, 2024August 26, 2024December 11, 2024April 22, 2025January 5, 2026Administrative posting
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 4 recorded violations.
May 1, 2024May 2, 2024June 5, 2024Equipment or readiness
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
September 8, 2023May 1, 2024December 11, 2024Hazardous access
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
September 8, 2023August 26, 2024December 11, 2024Health or food records
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 4 recorded violations.
September 8, 2023May 1, 2024August 26, 2024Background screening
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
September 8, 2023April 22, 2025Staff training
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
September 8, 2023August 26, 2024Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the specialist observed the bordering of the a/c ceiling vent in the middle one year class room, to be completely rusted. The provider replaced this during the inspection. Returning them to compliance. At the time of the inspection, the specialist observed a broken ceiling tile in a vacant one year old classroom. The provider completed this during the inspection. Returning them to compliance.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Child guidance
- Report finding
- Child care personnel inappropriately interacted with children in care in a manner that was aggressive, demeaning or intimidating in nature. CCF Handbook, Section 8.2, C Enforcement [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection the interviews and video footage revealed the teacher kicked the cot, away from her with the child was standing up on it during naptime while he was already crying. Due to the teacher kicking the cot, the child fell forward and scraped his head on the cot, causing a red scrape on his forehead and leaving mark on it. The facility was advised to ensure staff is not forcefully moving cots while children are on them to avoid inappropriate interaction. The teacher was suspended for the duration of the investigation and the child is no longer in attendance. Owner/Director/Staff Responsible Comments Provider has no comments on this inspection Counselor ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 47 - Access/Child Safety
- Official code
- 47-01
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Areas of the facility were found to be in need of cleaning. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the specialist observed the a/c vents in the VPK A room, a broken tile in the VPK B room. They have until the due date to have these areas cleaned and/or replaced. If more time is needed, they will contact the specialist. Then they will be returned to compliance for this standard.
- Correction status
- Due by May 22, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-01
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- The bath facility was not cleaned and/or sanitized or disinfected after each use. CCF Handbook, Section 3.7, G (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the specialist observed dirty wash cloths, and the bathroom needing to be overalled cleaned in the three year old classroom. The Director went in the bathroom and removed the wash clothes, and swept the bathroom. This returned the facility back into compliance.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 21 - Restrooms and Bath Facilities
- Official code
- 21-10
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
- At the time of the inspection, the staff listed in the supplemental had more than a 90 day in childcare and did not have an updated background screening. To be placed back into compliance, the provider would need to show proof of the staff having an updated background screening before being able to work with the children. At that time the facility would be returned back to compliance.
- Correction status
- Due by May 16, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-07
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Areas of the facility were found to be in need of cleaning. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the specialist observed what appears to be dead bugs sitting on the light fixture in the childrens bathroom. Technical assistance was also provided to clean the vents in the 3 year old classroom where the children all are potty trained at the very end of the facility. Please remove the light fixture and clean it prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by January 10, 2025
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 Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the specialist observed several places throughout the facility where the ceiling tiles were cracked, stained, or bulging. Provider has stated the owner knows of the issue and it is a process that has begun to repair from a leak. Provider will let the specialist know of repair updates.
- Correction status
- Due by January 10, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- A health deficiency having a low potential for harm to the children in care was observed. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection the specialist observed a staff member clean the nose of a child with a tissue she had been walking around with touching other objects; and did not wash her hands after the exchange.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-03
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- Harmful items including cleaning supplies, flammable products, poisonous, toxic, and hazardous materials were accessible to children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection the specialist observed no locking mechanism in the one year class, and a VPK class room. In the unlocked cabinets, the specialist observed chemicals such as Fabuloso and water mixed in a bottle, container of Chlorox wipes, water and bleach in a bottle, and glade air freshener. One of the cabinets was able to be attached to lock, but one remains unlocked. The provider needs to install a lock to prevent the children from having access to the hazards in the cabinet.The provider was given a due date, and has until that time to replace the locks to return to compliance. Extra time is allotted to align the other due dates.
- Correction status
- Due by January 10, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 13 - Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons
- Official code
- 13-03
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Diapering occurred in a room that did not have a hand washing station or did not have a hand washing station in an adjoining area. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, A Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the specialist observed that three of the five classrooms that have diaper changing stations did not have handwashing stations. Provider stated they would get portable stations by the due date to be placed back into compliance.
- Correction status
- Due by January 10, 2025
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
- Official code
- 30-01
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 several items on the diaper changing tables (masking tape, bottle of glue, and hand held radio, a small bin of toys and a roll of toilet paper). Staff removed items returning to compliance at the time of the inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
- Official code
- 30-07
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The play equipment was not maintained in a safe or sanitary condition for the children to use in that [Toys were broken and missing parts.]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B and F Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the specialist observed several toys on the playground that were broken or missing parts. The specialist observed the wheels on the outdoor coaster cars were cracked, black and blue ride along was observed with a broken handlebar, red push along was missing a wheel, and the red ride along toy was missing wheels. TA was given to the provider to remove and replace old toys by the due date to return to compliance. Extra time is allotted to align the other due dates.
- Correction status
- Due by January 10, 2025
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-03
Medium concern: Incident records
- Report finding
- Child care personnel failed to share the accident/incident form with the custodial parent/ legal guardian or the individual authorized to pick up child on the day that the incident occurred. CCF Handbook, Section 6.4, B & D Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Several incident reports were observed and several of them showed that parents were not provided incident reports on the day of the occurrence. The incident reports were provided a days or days later. The parent signed the incident report but not until later. Technical assistance given that incident reports need to be shared on the same day with the parent.
- Correction status
- Due by January 10, 2025
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 39 - Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation
- Official code
- 39-04
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- The attendance roster did not accompany the group of children in that [Not all children signed in at their arrival].CCF Handbook, Section 7.5, A Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the specialist observed the attendance incorrect (children not marked in); in the two year old class and the three year old class. The teachers signed the children into the classroom roster; therefore, completed at time of inspection. TA was given, reminding the teachers to sign the children in at the time they enter the classroom. 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
- Areas of the facility were found to be in need of cleaning. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the facility with multiple ceiling tiles with stains, possibly caused by water damage. The provider confirmed that they do not currently have a leak and will replace the ceiling tiles. The counselor also observed the toilet in the first three year old classroom near the kitchen with feces smeared in the toilet seat and bowl. During this observation the staff in the classroom was on her phone and the children were sleeping during nap time. The air circulator vents in the restroom of middle three year old classroom was observed as well with dust build up as well as the back of the restroom door was stained with hand prints from ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by September 25, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-01
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- A health deficiency having a low potential for harm to the children in care was observed. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the counselor observed in the middle two year old classroom to the left from the entrance a mop and bucket filled with water and a cleaning solution stored near the door. The staff was observed standing at the other end of the classroom and the children were sleeping during nap time. The counselor advised that there should be no standing water in the classroom with access to the children. The provider advised the staff to mop the floor and discard of the water after use. The first three year old classroom near the kitchen the counselor also observed a mop and bucket of water and cleanser stored in the childrens restroom. The counselor advised that a ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-03
Higher concern: Sleep safety
- Report finding
- A minimum distance of 18'' was not maintained between each napping/sleeping space. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.2, C Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the children in the one year old classroom near the staff restroom not spaced at least 18 inches apart. The counselor advised the provider that two children were spaced too close and the staff spaced the children apart further at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the children are spaced at least 18 inches apart during nap time.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 19 - Nap/Sleep Space Requirements
- Official code
- 19-02
Higher concern: Sleep safety
- Report finding
- The nap/sleep space was under furniture or against furniture that created a hazard. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.2, D Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the counselor observed two children sleeping in the back VPK classroom near stacked chairs by the childrens heads during nap time. The counselor advised the provider of the potential hazard, the provider removed the stacked chairs from near the sleeping children at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that children do not sleep under or against furniture that may cause a potential hazard.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 19 - Nap/Sleep Space Requirements
- Official code
- 19-04
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Stored food was not consumed or discarded on or before the expiration date listed by the manufacturer. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, B Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the counselor observed 4 gallons of 2% milk that was expired as of 8/23/2024. The provider advised that the kitchen staff is out and she was not aware that the classroom miniature refrigerator in the back classroom had milk stored. The provider immediately discarded of the milk at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the provider follows the recommended expiration date from the manufacturer to eliminate offering expired food to children in care.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-18
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
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of inspection, the counselor determined that the child care personnel listed on the supplemental did not start a course within 90 days of starting in the industry. The staff started in the industry on 4/25/2024 and has not started a required DCF training course. The provider stated that the staff is going to challenge the training course and test out to obtain 40 hours. The counselor advised the provider that the staff needed to test out and pass at least one of the required courses to be in compliance within her 90 days of working in the industry. TA was provided to ensure that the staff completes a training course by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by September 25, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-03
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The facility used electronic media that was not for educational purposes or for physical activity for children 2 years of age and older. CCF Handbook, Section 2.6, C General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the children in the three year old classroom eating snack and watching Pj masks on the television. The counselor advised that children in care should only be offered media for educational purposes and if the staff could find another show for children in care. She stated that they only have media while eating snack and immediately turned Blippi show on for children to watch which is known for being educational. TA was provided to ensure that the children in care ages two and older are offered media for educational purposes.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 09 - Planned Activities
- Official code
- 09-07
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
- Report finding
- A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [6] children is required. A ratio of [2] child care personnel for [27] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. General Requirements [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed 27 children (1-year-old 3-year-old) inside a classroom with two Child Care Personnel. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that ratio is always followed. This standard was brought back into compliance when provider moved the children around to meet appropriate ratio. • At the time of inspection, ratio was as follows. 1-year-old 3-year-old 27:2 Child Care Personnel • VPK 7:1 Child Care Personnel • VPK 8:1 Child Care Personnel • Director • Corrected ratio 1-year-old 7:2 Child Care Personnel • 2-year-old 8:1 Child Care Personnel • 2-year-old 8:1 Child Care Personnel • 3-year-old 8:1 Child Care Personnel • 3-year-old ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Ratio Sufficient
- Official code
- 03-01
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
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed a child listed on the supplemental in a highchair outside of feeding time. Technical assistance was provided that highchair is only used for feeding purposes.
- Correction status
- Due by June 23, 2024
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
- Official code
- 04-09
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The facility used electronic media time with children younger than 2 years of age. CCF Handbook, Section 2.6, C
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed child in a mixed classroom of 1-year-old 3-year-old classroom watching television. Technical assistance was provided that electronic media for children under two years of age isn't permissible. Electronic media may only be used for educational purposes or physical activity for children two years of age and older for no more than 1 to 2 hours per day.
- Correction status
- Due by June 23, 2024
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 09 - Planned Activities
- Official code
- 09-06
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 [18] based on 35 square feet and [27] children were observed in care. CCF Handbook , Section 3.4.2, D Physical Environment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed 27 children inside a classroom with a licensed capacity of 18. Technical assistance was provided that each room routinely used as a classroom must provide the minimum 35 square footage of usable indoor floor space per child. This standard was brought back into compliance when the children were moved into different classrooms. •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 15 - Licensed Capacity
- Official code
- 15-03
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 10, number 1) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the three year old classroom with a hole in the wall to the right side of the classroom. The provider also observed paint missing on the first door to the right leading to the four year old classroom on the interior of the door as well as the last one year old classroom the wall near the playground exit on the left has paint missing. The provider advised that they will paint the areas missing paint and that need to be repainted as well as repairing the wall. Also, the counselor observed the ceiling tile in the middle one year old classroom broken with a crack that needs to be repaired. TA was provided to ensure that the facili ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by May 31, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Stored food was not consumed or discarded on or before the expiration date listed by the manufacturer. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, B
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the counselor observed expired food items in the kitchen. The whole milk gallons of milk were expired as of 4/29/2024 and the Honey maid graham crackers were expired as of 4/26/2024. The provider discarded of the food items at time of inspection and also noted that the milk was just purchased this morning. TA was provided to ensure that the provider follows the manufacturers recommendation for expiration dates.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-18
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The facility's menu was not [ did not have substitutions noted]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, H
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the children in care eating different food items then what was posted on the facilitys menu for today. The provider advised that they had to offer substitutions. The counselor advised that the menu must reflect the changes made with substitutions before the food is served to the children in care. The provider stated that she understood and instructed staff to note the substitutions made on the menu posted in the kitchen and the lobby area where parents can view. The menu read children were having Sliced turkey, green beans, mashed potatoes, wg bread and milk but the children were actually served sliced ham, peas, rice and bean ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 26 - Meal and Snack Menus
- Official code
- 26-01
Medium concern: 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 inspection, the counselor observed multiple childrens bottles and sippy cups that were not labeled and or labeled with the childs first name only. The counselor advised that the bottles and sippy cups provided from home must be labeled with the childrens first and last names. The provider instructed staff to label the childs cups and provider made labels of all the missing childs names and staff placed them on the cups at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the childrens bottles and sippy cups provided from home are labeled with the childrens full names at all times.
- 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: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Diaper changing procedure was not posted in the changing area and/or was not followed. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, L
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the child care personnel in the one year old classroom to the far right near the exit door leading to the playground change a toddlers diaper, wipe the mat with a baby wipe and not wash her hands, disinfect the mat, nor wash the toddlers hands. The staff proceeded to place gloves on to serve the children lunch. The counselor stopped the staff and advised provider that she needed to wash her hands, the childs hands and use a disinfectant to wipe down the surface. The staff did, then continued to serve the children lunch. TA was provided to ensure that staff follows the diaper procedures posted at all times.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
- Official code
- 30-14
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facility's first aid kit was missing the following items: [ Disposable, non-porous gloves, A current resource guide on first aid and CPR procedures]. CCF Handbook, Section 6.2, C (Section 13.5) Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the facilitys first aid kit missing some required items. The first aid kit was missing gloves, and CPR and First aid current procedures. The provider added the missing items to the first aid kit at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the items are restocked with required items at all times.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 37 - First Aid Requirements
- Official code
- 37-06
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Areas of the facility were found to be in need of cleaning. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the air conditioning vents in the three year old classroom near the office and the unoccupied classrooms to the left of the three year old classroom with vents that had dust build up. Counselor advised provider that while the filters looked clean and upkept the vents need to be dusted and maintained. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that the vents are dusted by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by October 6, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-01
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- The facilitys storage of harmful items including cleaning supplies, flammable products, and poisonous, toxic and hazardous materials allowed access by children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the counselor observed bottles of hand sanitizer located near all sinks throughout the facility and near sinks of childrens restrooms and in classrooms. Counselor advised that chemicals and disinfectants should be kept high up and or locked away out of reach of children in care. Counselor also observed disinfectant wipes on a low shelf and in a cubby near the floor that was in reach of children in the back VPK classroom. Staff immediately moved toxic chemicals high up and out of reach of children. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that toxic substances are out of reach of children in care.
- Correction status
- Due by October 6, 2023
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
- Children were provided food that was not age appropriate and/or posed a choking hazard. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, B & C Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the counselor observed one year and two year old children with meals provided by parents that were not age appropriate in size. Counselor observed toddlers eating, meatballs, sliced mango, breakfast corndog and whole chicken nuggets that were not cut up to the appropriate size. Counselor and provider reviewed, CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, B & C together. Provider stated they understood. Licensing advised that if parents do not cut up the food items for toddlers than staff will need to ensure the meals are age appropriate. Staff immediately cut up toddlers food after counselor advised. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that food items offer ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 25 - Meals and Snacks
- Official code
- 25-02
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- 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 inspection, the counselor observed in the back, one year old classroom a clear storage container with miscellaneous items was stored on the diaper changing table. The items were not related to diapering, such as a stapler, a white sponge, etc. Staff immediately moved the container away from the diapering table. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that only items related to diapering are stored in diaper changing areas.
- 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
- Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the 40 hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement. CCF Handbook Section 4.2.1
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, the counselor determined that child care personnel listed on the supplemental did not complete introductory DCF training within 12 months of employment in the industry. Staff start date in the industry is 4/5/2022. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that the required introductory training is completed within 12 months of employment in the industry. Staff must complete and pass test by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by October 6, 2023
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-01
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documented proof that all child care personnel were trained and knowledgeable within 30 days of date of hire in [ the use of fire extinguishers]. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.3 and 4.2.5
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, the counselor determined that all child care personnel listed on the supplemental did not have documented fire extinguisher training on file for Licensing to review. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that hands on facility-based training is provided to all staff and documented on file for review by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by October 6, 2023
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-09
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facility's first aid kit was missing the following items: [ Soap and hand sanitizer, Tweezers]. CCF Handbook, Section 6.2, C Health Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, the counselor determined that facilitys first aid kit is missing soap and tweezers. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all required supplies and in stock and maintained at all times.
- Correction status
- Due by October 6, 2023
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 37 - First Aid Requirements
- Official code
- 37-06
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]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the counselor determined that the child care personnel listed on the supplemental did not have eligible clearance before provided service. Provider stated that staff had a break in service, she left the industry in November 2022, and returned in the industry when she started at the facility on July 5,2023, but provider failed to the staff before direct supervision of children in care. Provider resubmitted staff on 8/27/2023 and staff has an eligible status for background screening. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all staff have an eligible status before starting employment in the industry having direct supervision of children in care.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-07
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 training and support provided to staff regarding positive interactions with children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from May 2025 noted an instance of inappropriate staff interaction with a child. This question helps parents understand the current staff development processes in place to ensure supportive and professional care.
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Finding-specific
What is your current process for ensuring all staff background screenings are up to date and compliant?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records show that background screening documentation has been a repeated topic in inspections from 2023 and 2025. This question allows the director to explain the systems currently used to track and maintain these requirements.
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Finding-specific
How does your team ensure that all cleaning supplies and hazardous materials are stored securely and out of reach of children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records show that the storage of hazardous materials has been a recurring concern across multiple reports. Asking this helps parents understand the daily safety protocols used to keep these items inaccessible to children.
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Finding-specific
What steps are taken to ensure the facility remains clean and well-maintained on a daily basis?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records indicate that facility sanitation and maintenance have been noted in multiple inspections over the past few years. This question provides insight into the center's routine cleaning schedule and facility upkeep practices.
- Context
- A later clean inspection was recorded in May 2026.
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General question
How do you communicate with families about daily routines, such as meal substitutions or changes in classroom activities?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Understanding how a center communicates changes to parents helps ensure families stay informed about their child's daily experience. This question helps parents gauge the transparency and communication style of the provider.