Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 3.89
- Local median
- 1.99
Taylor'd To Learning Academy 2
824 Spring Lake Sq, Winter Haven, FL 33881
- License:
- C10PO0421
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 12, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, VPK, Drop In, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 44
- License expiration:
- December 18, 2026
Typical cost: $1,127 - $1,157 (Under 1)
Child’s age
$1,127 - $1,157/mo
Median daily rate: $52.00 - $53.40
Official Florida Division of Early Learning Polk County data.
Not this provider’s price.
Inspection snapshot
Recent higher-concern violation
At least one higher-concern violation appears in the last 12 months.
Next: Read reports, examine repeated topics below, look at the broader history, and ask what changed afterward.
Latest inspectionJune 17, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsJune 17, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 28 available inspections for Taylor'd To Learning Academy 2 from October 31, 2023 through June 17, 2026.
14 inspections recorded violations, with 109 recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on May 21, 2026 and involved background screening, with a due date of June 20, 2026.
Hazardous access was a higher-concern topic that showed up in five inspections.
A later inspection showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether it was a formal follow-up.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 28
- Recorded violations
- 109
- Higher-concern violations
- 29
- Repeated topics
- 12
13 in last 12 months
49 in last 12 months
18 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
28 total inspections vs 19 local median in 33881
Compared to 22 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 32%
- Local median
- 30%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 50%
- Local median
- 53%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 12
- Local average
- 4.45
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 12 inspections, with 21 recorded violations.
March 21, 2024April 24, 2024August 9, 2024September 13, 2024November 15, 2024March 12, 2025August 5, 2025September 12, 2025December 10, 2025April 17, 2026May 21, 2026Health or food records
Appeared across 6 inspections, with 18 recorded violations.
March 21, 2024August 9, 2024November 15, 2024August 5, 2025December 10, 2025April 17, 2026Facility condition
Appeared across 6 inspections, with 12 recorded violations.
March 21, 2024August 9, 2024November 15, 2024March 12, 2025August 5, 2025April 17, 2026Equipment or readiness
Appeared across 5 inspections, with 11 recorded violations.
March 21, 2024August 9, 2024September 13, 2024March 12, 2025April 17, 2026Hazardous access
Appeared across 5 inspections, with 11 recorded violations.
March 12, 2025December 10, 2025January 13, 2026April 17, 2026May 21, 2026Recordkeeping
Appeared across 5 inspections, with 10 recorded violations.
March 21, 2024August 9, 2024March 12, 2025January 13, 2026April 17, 2026Background screening
Appeared across 4 inspections, with 9 recorded violations.
March 21, 2024March 12, 2025April 17, 2026May 21, 2026Emergency preparedness
Appeared across 4 inspections, with 5 recorded violations.
November 15, 2024January 17, 2025March 12, 2025December 10, 2025Supervision
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 4 recorded violations.
March 21, 2024August 9, 2024August 5, 2025Administrative posting
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
March 21, 2024December 10, 2025Child guidance
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
December 10, 2025January 13, 2026Medication
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
November 15, 2024April 17, 2026Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- The facilitys fencing walls or gate area had gaps that could allow children to exit the outdoor play area. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, F Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the reinspection, the licensing specialist observed several areas of fencing that were still not attached to the poles. The provider installed zip ties while the specialist was present placing the facility back into compliance for this standard. Additional technical assistance specific to this standard is notated on the supplemental.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-06
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
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the reinspection, the licensing specialist reviewed a new staff file and observed the staff listed on the supplemental did not complete Early Literacy training within 1 year of their industry start date. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff complete prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by June 20, 2026
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-06
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- An employment history verification was not documented and on file. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, D Record Keeping [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the reinspection, the licensing specialist reviewed a new staff file and observed the staff listed on the supplemental had an incomplete 5-year work history in their file. (2 employers missing documentation & verification). Technical assistance was given to the provider to complete prior to the due date. The provider was reminded that 5-year employment historys must include the following: a. (3) attempts must be made and documented and failed attempts to obtain employment history must be documented in the personnel file and include date, time, and the reason the information was not obtained b. A complete 5 years worth of prior employment must be documented and ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by June 20, 2026
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-04
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 the inspection, the licensing specialist observed several rugs throughout the facility that were stained. Technical assistance was given to the provider to clean the rugs, remove from the classrooms or replace the rugs prior to the due date. Lastly, the specialist observed several AC/exhaust vents throughout the facility that appeared dirty. Upon closer inspection, it appeared the vents were older and rusted. Technical assistance was given to the provider as a suggestion to remove and paint the vents.
- Correction status
- Due by May 16, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-01
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed the following: In the hallway leading to the VPK room, the smoke detector is hanging off the wall • The flooring leading into the VPK classroom from the right is peeling up near the door • Peeling paint was observed in the bathroom • In the VPK classroom, a section of flooring was peeling up in the corner / in the same class, 2 sections of ceiling tile were observed not in good repair and also the ceiling tile near the ceiling fan was not in good repair (areas peeling or broken) • Technical assistance was given to the provider to repair/remove all abovementioned items prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by May 16, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- The facility did not have electrical outlet covers or the outlet covers were not in place. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, I Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed a missing electrical outlet cover in the 2 & 3-year-old classroom. The provider installed the cover placing the facility back into compliance for this standard. Technical assistance was given to the provider to ensure outlet covers are installed at all times when children are in care.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-18
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Indoor and outdoor play areas were not inspected daily for basic health and safety and/or any problems were not corrected before the play area is used by children and/or daily inspection logs were not maintained for 12 months. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A Physical Environment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the inspection, the specialist observed March 27, 2026, was the last entry on the daily checklist. The provider was reminded that indoor and outdoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety and documented on a daily inspection log and any problems must be corrected before the play area is used by children and to ensure the checklist is completed and documented daily prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by May 16, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-19
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 licensing specialist observed a gallon of bleach located near the floor by the portable hand wash station in the infant/1-year-old classroom. The staff removed the bleach placing the facility back into compliance for this standard. Technical assistance was given to the provider that all chemicals and hazardous materials must be stored out of the reach of the children at all times .
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 13 - Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons
- Official code
- 13-03
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- All 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 Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the lighting throughout the facility was checked. The 2-year-old classroom (first on right) had lighting over the reading/homework/painting or other close work areas that measured 46.3-foot candles. Technical assistance was given to the provider to update the lighting with brighter bulbs or add additional lighting to ensure the areas measure a minimum of 50-foot candles prior to the due date. The remaining rooms measured: The infant/1-year-old classroom measured between 32.5 - 42.0-foot candles. • The 2 & 3-year-old classroom measured 97.5-foot candles over the work areas and 27.71-foot candles in the remainder of the room. • The 4 & 5-year-old ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by May 16, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 14 - Lighting, Temperature, and Ventilation
- Official code
- 14-02
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facilitys outdoor play area contained litter, nails, glass or other hazards that posed a low potential for harm to children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed trash/debris to include napkins, paper and food wrapper pieces on the playground. Technical assistance was given to the provider to ensure no debris is on the playground prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by May 16, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-01
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- The facilitys fencing walls or gate area had gaps that could allow children to exit the outdoor play area. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, F Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed several areas of fencing that has separated from the support pole and has a gap between the pole and the fencing. Technical assistance was given to the provider to re-attach the fencing to the poles prior to the due date. Also, along the top of the fencing some areas were bent downwards. A suggestion was given to the provider to stabilize the top portion of the fencing to ensure it stays intact.
- Correction status
- Due by May 16, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-06
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Garbage containing food waste was not disposed of in a leak proof, nonabsorbent container with a tight fitting lid. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.1, A.8. Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed the garbage cans in the 2 & 3-year-old (far left) that contained food waste and did not have a lid. Technical assistance was given to the provider to replace the lid, remove from the classroom or install a new garbage can with tight fitting lid prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by May 16, 2026
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-11
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Bottles and/or sippy cups brought from home were not labeled with childs first and last name. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.5, B Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed some cups that were not labeled with the childs first and last name or was faded so badly it was not readable. Technical assistance was given to the provider as a reminder that all bottles, sippy cups, etc. must be labeled with the childs first and last name.
- Correction status
- Due by May 16, 2026
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 28 - Bottles, Breastmilk, Formula and Infant Food
- Official code
- 28-02
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- Toys, equipment and/or furnishings were not safe in that [some indoor furnishings were observed broken.]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.11 Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed a play sink in the front classroom that was broken on both edges at the top. Also, in the VPK classroom, the bookshelf near the window had a metal shelf broken/not attached on the bottom. Technical assistance was given to the provider to repair/remove prior to the due date. Lastly, the provider was told to monitor the white shelf in the 2- & 3-year- old classroom (far left) as the trim piece is coming loose along the bottom and to repair or removed as needed.
- Correction status
- Due by May 16, 2026
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 31 - Indoor Equipment
- Official code
- 31-03
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The play equipment was not maintained in a safe or sanitary condition for the children to use in that [some of the toys/equipment was observed dirty.]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B and F Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed multiple toys on the playground including bounce toys that were stained/dirty and needed to be cleaned. Technical assistance was given to the provider to ensure all toys and equipment are cleaned prior to the due date. Because the facility utilizes sand on the playground, this will need to be monitored more frequently to ensure the toys are clean.
- Correction status
- Due by May 16, 2026
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-03
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- Inspections were not conducted and documented monthly of all supports, above and below the ground, all connectors, and moving parts. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed there was no documentation of the facility completing monthly inspections since July 2025. (last entry was June 24, 2025). Technical assistance was given to the provider that these checks must be completed, documented monthly on the physical environment log and available for review by licensing.
- Correction status
- Due by May 16, 2026
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-04
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documentation to show completion of a Department approved five-hour early literacy and language development course for child care personnel within 12 months of date of employment in child care industry and/or the early literacy course documentation was not uploaded in the Florida Pathways/Registry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.2 and 4.5, C
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed all staff files and observed the staff listed on the supplemental did not complete Early Literacy training within 1 year of their industry start date. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff complete prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by May 16, 2026
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-06
Medium concern: Staff training
- 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 licensing specialist observed only 1 staff was onsite with current/valid CPR. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have a 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 April 27, 2026
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 36 - CPR Requirements
- Official code
- 36-03
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- 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 licensing specialist observed only 1 staff was onsite with current First Aid. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have additional staff complete the training prior to the due date to ensure compliance at all times children are in care.
- Correction status
- Due by April 27, 2026
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 37 - First Aid Requirements
- Official code
- 37-02
Medium concern: Incident records
- Report finding
- Documentation of an accident or incident was insufficient in that it did not include the [staff name and signature that witnessed the incident.]. CCF Handbook, Section 6.4, C Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed the child listed on the supplemental had an incomplete accident/incident report that was missing the child care personnel that witnessed, involved and/or responded to the incident and date. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the form completed prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by May 16, 2026
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 39 - Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation
- Official code
- 39-05
Higher concern: Medication
- Report finding
- Parental permission was not obtained prior to administering: [ diaper cream]. CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, J and K Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed a medication authorization form for diaper cream for the child listed on the supplemental that was missing the parent/guardian signature and date. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the parent/guardian sign and date prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by April 27, 2026
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 40 - Medication
- Official code
- 40-20
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Child(ren) did not have a Florida Certification of Immunization (DH Form 680) or a Religious Exemption from Immunization (DH Form 681), on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1, B Record Keeping [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed 13 of the 47 enrolled (infants, 1s and 2s) childrens files and determined the child listed on the supplemental was missing an immunization record in their file and had been enrolled more than 30 days. Technical assistance was given to the provider to obtain a current form from the parent/guardian prior to the due date. Additional technical assistance specific to this standard is notated on the supplemental.
- Correction status
- Due by May 16, 2026
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Child(ren) did not have a Student Health Examination/DH (Form 3040), or an equivalent health statement on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2, C Record Keeping [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed the child(ren) listed on the supplemental was missing a health record in their file and had been enrolled more than 30 days. Technical assistance was given to the provider to obtain a current form from the parent/guardian prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by May 16, 2026
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
- Official code
- 42-01
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The facility did not have a fully-completed enrollment form (CF-FSP Form 5219) or equivalent form for the child(ren) in care. CCF Handbook, Section 7.3 Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed the children listed on the supplemental were missing enrollment forms. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the parent/guardian complete prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by May 16, 2026
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 43 - Enrollment Information
- Official code
- 43-02
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- A complete CF-FSP Form 5131, Background Screening and Personnel File Requirements, was not on file for all employees. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1, A Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed all staff files & observed the staff listed on the supplemental did not have an employment date on their 5131 form. Technical assistance was given to the provider to complete prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by May 16, 2026
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-01
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- Documentation of Level 2 Clearinghouse screening clearance was missing for child care personnel. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1,C Record Keeping [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed all staff files and observed the staff listed on the supplemental had lived outside the state of Florida within the past 5-years and was not included with the original screening (non NFF state). Technical assistance was given to the provider to initiate a resubmission including the staffs prior state(s) prior to the due date. Additionally, the provider was advised the facility has 45-days form the hire date to obtain a sexual offender and child abuse & neglect report from the prior state.
- Correction status
- Due by April 27, 2026
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-02
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- The Child Care Attestation of Good Moral Character was not completed at the time of initial screening or upon change in employers. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1, B Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed all staff files & observed the staff listed on the supplemental did not have a completed Attestation of Good Moral Character form in their file. (missing staff name on page 1 and owner/director signature and date on page 2). Technical assistance was given to the provider to complete prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by May 16, 2026
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-06
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 Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed the facilitys employee/staff roster through the Clearinghouse and observed there were staff who were no longer employed and were not removed from the roster. Technical assistance was given to the provider to update the roster prior to the due date. The provider was reminded the facility has 5 days to add or remove staff from the roster.
- Correction status
- Due by May 16, 2026
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-09
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Child guidance
- Report finding
- The custodial parent or legal guardian was not provided written notification of the facility's disciplinary and expulsion policies. CCF Handbook, Section 2.8, E (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of reinspection, the provider advised that the documentation that parents/ guardians acknowledged reflecting they received the facilitys discipline and expulsion policies is not at the facility. The provider advised that she will email the documentation to the specialist at a later time. TA was provided to ensure that the facility has written acknowledgement of the facility's disciplinary and expulsion policies acknowledged by parents/guardians for all enrolled children by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by February 12, 2026
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 11 - Child Discipline
- Official code
- 11-01
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of reinspection, the Licensing specialist observed the storage closet across from the infant and two year old classroom with a baby lock added to the door knob but the door was not closed shut. A sign was added that read, keep door locked at all times. The specialist observed the same cleaning products and pest repellent, open paint cans as well as hand sanitizer stored on low shelves and on the ground present. The specialist ensured that the door was closed shut at time of inspection. Also, the specialist suggested the provider move the cleaning supplies, disinfectants and toxic hazardous chemicals to a high shelf or remove them from the storage closet to ensure ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 13 - Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons
- Official code
- 13-02
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- Child records or copies of records were not being maintained at the facility and available for review by the licensing authority. CCF Handbook, Section 7.3, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist determined that the provider did not have enrollment files located at the facility that some VPK children were present at time of inspection. Neither were the children dual enrolled from the owners first location to the second location. The provider advised that the sister location was closed today and children were combined in the VPK classroom at the facility. TA was provided to ensure that enrollment forms are available for children present at the facility or children are dual enrolled into both locations by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by February 12, 2026
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 43 - Enrollment Information
- Official code
- 43-01
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The facility's written plan of scheduled activities was not posted in a conspicuous place accessible to the custodial parents or legal guardians. CCF Handbook, Section 2.6 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the back VPK classroom of four and five year old children did not have a daily activities schedule posted in an inconspicuous area accessible to parents/guardians. The provider immediately posted a schedule in the classroom at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the facility has a planned activities schedule posted in an inconspicuous area accessible to parents/guardians at all times.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 09 - Planned Activities
- Official code
- 09-03
Higher concern: Child guidance
- Report finding
- The custodial parent or legal guardian was not provided written notification of the facility's disciplinary and expulsion policies. CCF Handbook, Section 2.8, E (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist determined that the facility failed to provide written notification of the facility's disciplinary and expulsion policies acknowledged by parents/guardians for all enrolled children. TA was provided to ensure that the facility has written notification of the facility's disciplinary and expulsion policies acknowledged by parents/guardians for all enrolled children by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by January 9, 2026
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 11 - Child Discipline
- Official code
- 11-01
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the multiple areas in the facility with peeling paint and paint missing from walls, doors throughout the facility. The areas to include the back wall of the one year old classroom accessible to children in care. The infant classroom door on the backside exit view. As well as the VPK classroom door near the childrens restroom on the entrance view. TA was provided to ensure that the facility is in good repair and areas are repainted by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by January 9, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- The facility did not have electrical outlet covers or the outlet covers were not in place. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, I (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed outlets not covered in the back VPK classroom accessible to children in care, under the mounted television and also on under the white board. The provider immediately covered the outlets at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that outlets accessible to children in care are covered.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-18
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- The facilitys storage of harmful items including cleaning supplies, flammable products, and poisonous, toxic and hazardous materials allowed access by children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed a storage closet across from the infant and two year old classroom with the door unlocked. The storage closet stored a mop and mop bucket with water and disinfectant. Also, observed were paint cans and bottles of bleach that were stored on the ground and low shelves accessible to children in care. The provider suggested the provider to place a locking mechanism to the door to ensure that children are not able to access hazardous, toxic chemicals or any other hazards. TA was provided to ensure that storage of hazardous, toxic chemicals or any other hazards are not accessible to children in care.
- Correction status
- Due by January 9, 2026
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- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 13 - Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons
- Official code
- 13-02
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documentation of a fire extinguisher being properly maintained to include being serviced and retagged timely, and/or with a current certificate. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, B (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the fire extinguisher in the facility not tagged or serviced annually. The extinguisher was last tagged 10/2024. TA was provided to ensure that the fire extinguisher is serviced and tagged by the due date and annually thereafter. At the time of the inspection, Licensing counselor observed the providers last fire drill was conducted on _______11/20/2025______. The provider conducted a lockdown drill on _____9/29/2025________ and a weather drill conducted on ____3/17/2025_____. The fire extinguishers were last tagged on _October___ 2024. A fire drill was conducted today in the presence of a DCF Licensing counselor uti ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by January 9, 2026
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- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-05
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3)
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist determined that the child care personnel listed on the supplemental did not complete required DCF Introductory training within 12 months in the industry. The staff started in the industry on 9/23/2024. TA was provided to ensure that the child care personnel obtains 40 hour Introductory training by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by January 9, 2026
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- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-01
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documentation to show child care personnel had begun the introductory training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3)
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist determined that the child care personnel listed on the supplemental did not start a training course from Introductory training within 90 days of starting at the facility. The staff started at the facility on 3/25/2025. Staff has completed some training, but training was completed before starting at the facility. TA was provided to ensure that the child care personnel start a course by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by January 9, 2026
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- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-03
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documentation to show completion of a Department approved five-hour early literacy and language development course for child care personnel within 12 months of date of employment in child care industry and/or the early literacy course documentation was not uploaded in the Florida Pathways/Registry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.2 and 4.5, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3)
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist determined that the child care personnel listed on the supplemental did not complete required 5 hour Literacy training course within 12 months in the industry. The staff started in the industry on 9/23/2024. TA was provided to ensure that the child care personnel complete 5 hour Literacy training by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by January 9, 2026
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- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-06
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The facility does not have documentation for all child care personnel on required annual refresher education of the facilitys exposure plan. CCF Handbook, Section 6 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the child care personnel listed on the supplemental either did not complete the facilitys exposure plan training annually/initially before they started at the facility. Staff 1 completed the training but late. The staff started at the facility on 11/19/2025 but completed the training on 12/5/2025. TA was provided to ensure that the child care personnel complete the exposure plan training by the due date and annually thereafter.
- Correction status
- Due by January 9, 2026
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- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 35 - Communicable Disease Control
- Official code
- 35-12
No recorded violations in this report
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 Training [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At time of reinspection, the Licensing specialist determined that the child care personnel listed on the supplemental still has not completed training for fire extinguisher within 30 days of employment at the facility. The staff started at the facility on 3/25/2025. The provider thought since the staff was trained on 2/21/2025 which was prior to starting at the facility she was in compliance. The specialist explained that staff must be training within 30 days of their start date at the facility. The provider stated that she understood and will retrain the staff. TA was provided to ensure that the staff is trained by the due date and documentation of training is on file for review.
- Correction status
- Due by October 10, 2025
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- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-09
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- Supervision of children in the [infant and 2-year-old - 3-year-old] group was inadequate in that [the Child Care Personnel exited the classroom leaving the classroom unsupervised]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed two Child Care Personnel in two separate classrooms exited their assigned classroom to retrieve items from another classroom leaving their classroom unsupervised. The Child Care Personnel inside the infant classroom and the Child Care Personnel inside the mixed classroom (2-year-old 3-year-old). Technical assistance was provided to ensure that appropriate direct supervision is always maintained. This standard was brought back into compliance when Child Care Personnel re-entered assigned classroom. •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
- Official code
- 04-01
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- An unscreened individual was left alone with children in care. s.435.06(2)(a), F.S. and CCF Handbook, Section 5.2, C General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental inside a mixed age group classroom (2-year-old 3-year-old) alone. Licensing Specialist discovered the unscreened Child Care Personnel was inside the classroom for over an hour. Technical assistance was provided that unscreened child care personnel/individuals shall not have unsupervised contact with children in care. This standard was brought back into compliance when provider sent Child Care Personnel home. •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
- Official code
- 04-18
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Bottles and/or sippy cups brought from home were not labeled with childs first and last name. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.5, B Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed bottles in the infant classroom only labeled with the childs fist and first letter of last name. Technical assistance was provided that Bottles and sippy cups brought from home shall be individually labeled with the childs first and last name and shall be returned to the custodial parent or legal guardian daily. This standard was brought back into compliance when provider labeled the bottles. •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 28 - Bottles, Breastmilk, Formula and Infant Food
- Official code
- 28-02
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- 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, Licensing Specialist observed the Child Care Personnels cell phone on the changing table in the infant classroom. Technical assistance was provided that items unrelated to diaper changing shall not be stored in the diaper changing area nor shall they be placed on the diaper changing table. This standard was brought back into compliance when Child Care Personnel removed item form changing table. •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
- Official code
- 30-07
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Documentation of in-service training was not recorded on CF-FSP Form 5268, Child Care In-service Training Record. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.7, B [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental did not have documented proof of in-service hours on CF-FSP Form 5268, Child Care In-Service Training Record. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that in-service training is documented on CF-FSP Form 5268, Child Care In-Service Training Record.
- Correction status
- Due by September 4, 2025
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- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-08
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documented proof that all child care personnel were trained and knowledgeable within 30 days of date of hire in [ the use of fire extinguishers]. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.3 and 4.2.5 Training [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the staff listed on the supplemental did not have documentation of fire extinguisher training in their file and had been employed more than 30 days. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff complete prior to the due date. Additional technical assistance was given to the provider as a reminder that all child care personnel shall be trained in the use and operation of a fire extinguisher, at each facility they are employed, within 30 days of date of hire. The facility must maintain documentation in their file that all child care personnel have completed training. This standard was brought ba ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by September 4, 2025
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- 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 Health Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the Child Care Personnel did not have a current exposure plan training on file. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all Child Care Personnel have a current exposure plan on file. This standard was brought back into compliance when provider trained the Child Care Personnel. •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 35 - Communicable Disease Control
- Official code
- 35-12
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- The facility did not have electrical outlet covers or the outlet covers were not in place. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, I (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed missing outlet covers in several classrooms. Technical assistance was to ensure that all outlets are appropriately covered. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that the facility remains in good repair free of peeling paint. •
- Correction status
- Due by April 11, 2025
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- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-18
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- A potentially harmful item, [cleaning chemical], was not labeled as required. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed spray bottle in the one-year-old classrooms (capacity 5 and capacity 6) with unknown cleaning chemical that was not labeled. It was later determined the spray bottle contained cleaning solution. Technical assistance was provided to ensure all harmful chemicals are labeled.
- Correction status
- Due by April 11, 2025
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- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 13 - Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons
- Official code
- 13-01
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed a mop bucket with used water and cleaning chemicals in the 1-year-old classroom (capacity 5) accessible to the children in care. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that chemicals and mop water are not accessible to children in care.
- Correction status
- Due by April 11, 2025
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- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 13 - Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons
- Official code
- 13-02
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- Emergency preparedness drills were not conducted when children were in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.5, B (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the facility failed to complete an Emergency Preparedness drill (lock down) during the previous licensing year. Technical assistance was provided to complete an Emergency Preparedness drill (lock down). Also, this emergency drill will count for the previous year and Provider will still need to complete lock down drill for this licensing year. Fire drills conducted on 12/19/24, 1/31/25, and 2/4/25. • Fire inspection completed 2/12/25. • Fire extinguisher serviced October 2024. •
- Correction status
- Due by April 11, 2025
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- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-15
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- Food Acceptance Log was not retained for 12 months. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, E.1. (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Provider failed to maintain the food acceptance log at the facility. Technical assistance was provided that a food acceptance log must be maintained for all prepared meals being transported into the facility. The log must be retained for a minimum of 12 months. The log must include the delivery date, time of arrival, quantity and types of food, verification by the recipient of adequate temperatures of food, and the name and signature of the recipient. The facility caters food from the facility's sister-site C10PO0406 •
- Correction status
- Due by April 11, 2025
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- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 27 - Catered Food and Food Provided by Outside Sources
- Official code
- 27-06
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Diaper changing occurred on a surface that was not impermeable. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, E (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed several small rips in the changing table mat in the 2-year 3-year-old classroom. Technical assistance was provided to ensure there must be a diaper changing area with an impermeable surface that is cleaned and sanitized or disinfected after each use.
- Correction status
- Due by April 11, 2025
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- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
- Official code
- 30-06
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Child care personnel did not complete preservice training requirements prior to unsupervised contact with or care of children or, if supervised, within 90 days of beginning employment or service with the provider. (Section 3.1 and 3.2 Training Requirements, Page 7) [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental did not complete required School Readiness preservice training. Technical assistance was provided that school readiness preservice training is complete within 90 days of employment or prior to unsupervised contact with children in care.
- Correction status
- Due by April 11, 2025
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- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-13
Medium concern: Staff training
- 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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that only two Child Care Personnel at the facility had a current CPR certification. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that adequate number of Child Care Personnel has appropriate CPR training.
- Correction status
- Due by April 11, 2025
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- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 36 - CPR Requirements
- Official code
- 36-03
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- 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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the facility had an inadequate number of Child Care Personnel with first aid training. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that adequate number of Child Care Personnel had first aid training.
- Correction status
- Due by April 11, 2025
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- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 37 - First Aid Requirements
- Official code
- 37-02
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- Documentation of Level 2 Clearinghouse screening clearance was missing for child care personnel. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1,C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined the Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental did not have an Eligible determination for a Level 2 Background Screening. Licensing Specialist spoke with the Provider previously about ensuring that the Child Care Personnel had an Eligible screening for DCF Child Care because the Child Care Personnle only had eligible for DCF General. Technical assistance was provided that a copy of the eligible results, for the Level 2 screening, generated from the Clearinghouse must be on record for each personnel.
- Correction status
- Due by April 11, 2025
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- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-02
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- An employment history verification was not documented and on file. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental did not have a five- year work history verification. Technical assistance was provided to ensure a complete five-year work history is completed on child care personnel prior to hiring.
- Correction status
- Due by April 11, 2025
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- 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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the facility failed to update the clearinghouse roster. Technical assistance was provided to update (add/remove) child care personnel/other Personnel to the Employee/Contractor Roster in the Clearinghouse within 10 days.
- Correction status
- Due by April 11, 2025
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- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-09
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- The facility did not have a current and approved annual fire safety inspection by the local fire authority. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, A Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of reinspection, Provider failed to have an approved annual fire inspection completed by the local fire authority. The facility had a fire inspection completed on 5/12/23 last year. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that fire inspection is completed annually.
- Correction status
- Due by February 16, 2025
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- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-02
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed walls throughout the facility with peeling paint. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that facilities remain in good repair.
- Correction status
- Due by December 15, 2024
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- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- A fire hazard, [the alarm did not notify the Winter Haven Fire Department and the alarm was unable to reset], was observed in the facility. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Provider conducted a fire drill and was unable to reset the fire alarm. Provider and Licensing Specialist contacted Winter Haven Fire Department, where it was discovered that the Fire Department had no notification that the alarm was sounding. Licensing Specialist was advised that a Fire Inspector was enroute to assist. The alarm continued to sound, to no avail. The children were relocated to the playground due to the alarm sounding. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that the fire alarm is maintenance and repaired. On 11/18/14, Licensing Specialist contacted Winter Haven Fire Inspector who advised the Provider contacted the property manage ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by December 15, 2024
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- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-12
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 inspection, Provider failed to have an approved annual fire inspection completed by the local fire authority. The facility had a fire inspection completed on 5/12/23 last year. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that fire inspection is completed annually. Fire drills conducted on 1/4/24, 2/15/24, 3/20/24, 4/19/24, 5/30/24, 6/28/24, 7/20/24, and 11/12/24. • A fire drill was conducted today in the presence of the licensing authority. • Emergency Preparedness drill 5/30/24 (inclement weather). • Fire extinguisher serviced October 2024. • Technical assistance was provided to ensure that only on drill is conducted daily. •
- Correction status
- Due by December 15, 2024
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- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-02
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- The facility did not maintain fire drill records for the months of operation for a minimum of 12 months from the date of the fire drill. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.4, C (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Provider failed to maintain fire drill records for the months of operation for a minimum of 12 months from the date of the fire drills and was not present for the licensing authority to review. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all documents are maintained and available for the licensing agency to review.
- Correction status
- Due by December 15, 2024
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- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-09
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documented proof that all child care personnel were trained and knowledgeable within 30 days of date of hire in [ safe sleep practices and shaken baby syndrome]. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.3 and 4.2.5 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Training [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental did not have proof of safe sleep training within 30 days of date of hire. Child Care Personnel was hired on 9/23/24 and was supposed to complete sleep safety on or before 10/23/24. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that Child Care Personnel shall be trained on safe sleep, at each facility they are employed, within 30 days of date of hire.
- Correction status
- Due by December 15, 2024
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- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-09
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Child care personnel did not complete preservice training requirements prior to unsupervised contact with or care of children or, if supervised, within 90 days of beginning employment or service with the provider. (Section 3.1 and 3.2 Training Requirements, Page 7) [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist reviewed all Child Care Personnel files and determined that the Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental did not complete required School Readiness preservice training. The Child Care Personnel was observed inside a classroom alone. Technical assistance was provided that school readiness preservice training is complete within 90 days of employment or prior to unsupervised contact with children in care.
- Correction status
- Due by December 15, 2024
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- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-13
Higher concern: Medication
- Report finding
- Medication was not stored in either a locked area or inaccessible and out of a childs reach. CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, G (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed diaper rash cream stored in under the changing table accessible to the children in care. Technical assistance was provided that all medication must have child resistant caps, if applicable, and must either be stored in a locked area or must be out of any childs reach. This standard was put back into compliance when Provider moved the medication. • Technical assistance was given to the provider as a reminder that all medication must have written authorization from the parent/guardian to give prescription and non-prescription medications. •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 40 - Medication
- Official code
- 40-15
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Child(ren) did not have a Florida Certification of Immunization (DH Form 680) or a Religious Exemption from Immunization (DH Form 681), on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the child listed on the supplemental had no immunization form on file. Technical assistance was given to the provider to obtain a current form from the parent/guardian prior to the due date. Additional technical assistance was given regarding FL shots. The provider was given the link to their website and how to register to view FL shot records. The link given was: www.flshotsusers.com and the provider was reminded to go to the bottom of page under schools & licensed child care providers to register.
- Correction status
- Due by December 15, 2024
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- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Child(ren) did not have a Student Health Examination/DH (Form 3040), or an equivalent health statement on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the child listed on the supplement did not have a Student Health Examination or equivalent health statement on file. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all children have current physical on file.
- Correction status
- Due by December 15, 2024
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- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
- Official code
- 42-01
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facility's outdoor play area contained litter, nails, glass or other hazards that posed a threat to the health, safety or well-being of the children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of re-inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental with observed 14 children on the playground with a huge sink hole outside the entrance gate to the playground. The Provider was advised during the previous inspection on 8/9/24 to not used the playground and to use indoor activities that promote gross motor skills such as but not limited to toss bean bags into baskets, learn with a ball toss, move like an animal, indoor hopscotch, learning scavenger hunt, alphabet yoga, etc. It should be noted that the sink hole appeared to have grown larger, resulting in the playground perimeter fence falling inside the sink hole. ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-02
Medium concern: Staff training
- 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]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of re-inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the facility had an inadequate number of Child Care Personnel with cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) training. Licensing Specialist determine only one Child Care Personnel has documented proof of CPR training. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that adequate number of Child Care Personnel has cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) training prior to due date.
- Correction status
- Due by October 13, 2024
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 36 - CPR Requirements
- Official code
- 36-03
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- 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]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of re-inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the facility had an inadequate number of Child Care Personnel with first aid training. Licensing Specialist determine only one Child Care Personnel has documented proof of first aid training. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that adequate number of Child Care Personnel has first aid training prior to due date.
- Correction status
- Due by October 13, 2024
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 37 - First Aid Requirements
- Official code
- 37-02
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Child care personnel did not complete preservice training requirements prior to unsupervised contact with or care of children or, if supervised, within 90 days of beginning employment or service with the provider. (Section 3.1 and 3.2 Training Requirements, Page 7) [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of re-inspection, Licensing Specialist reviewed all Child Care Personnel files and determined that the Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental did not complete required School Readiness preservice training. The Child Care Personnel was observed inside a classroom alone. Technical assistance was provided that school readiness preservice training is complete within 90 days of employment or prior to unsupervised contact with children in care.
- Correction status
- Due by October 13, 2024
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- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-13
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- Supervision of children in the [3-year-old 4-year-old classroom and 2-year-old classroom ] group was inadequate in that [the Child Care Personnel exited the classroom leaving the children inside alone]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the Child Care Personnel inside the 3-year-old 4-year-old classroom exit the classroom to change a childs diaper inside restroom in the hallway leaving her classroom unsupervised. Also, the Child Care Personnel inside the 2-year-old classroom exit the classroom to escort the children to parent/guardian for check out. It should be noted the Child Care Personnel exited the classroom multiple times. Technical assistance was provided to always maintain direct supervision. This standard was brought back into compliance when Child Care Personnel returned to the classroom. •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
- Official code
- 04-01
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Areas of the facility were found to be in need of cleaning. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the facility not to be clean. The area rugs appeared to be stained and the ceiling vents throughout the facility was with dust. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that facilities is cleaned and sanitized on a routine basis. Also, to develop and implement a cleaning schedule to ensure that cleaning occurs. Clean the affected areas prior to due date.
- Correction status
- Due by September 8, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-01
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facility's outdoor play area contained litter, nails, glass or other hazards that posed a threat to the health, safety or well-being of the children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed a huge sink hole outside the entrance gate to the playground. The Provider advised that the sink hole started small but gradually grew. It appears the hole is approximately 10 ft causing surround playground fence to come down. Technical assistance was provided to contact the City of Winter Haven about the sinkhole and Property Management for repair. Also, technical assistance was provided to ensure that the fence is fix and no hazards are on the playground. Technical support was provided to use indoor activities that promote gross motor skills such as but not limited to: Toss bean bags into baskets, Learn with a ball to ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by September 8, 2024
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- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-02
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- Food Acceptance Log was not retained for 12 months. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, E.1.
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Provider failed to maintain the food acceptance log at the facility. Provider advised that food acceptance log was at her personal residence not at the facility. Technical assistance was provided that a food acceptance log must be maintained for all prepared meals being transported into the facility. The log must be retained for a minimum of 12 months. The log must include the delivery date, time of arrival, quantity and types of food, verification by the recipient of adequate temperatures of food, and the name and signature of the recipient. The facility caters food from the facility's sister-site C10PO0406. •
- Correction status
- Due by September 8, 2024
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 27 - Catered Food and Food Provided by Outside Sources
- Official code
- 27-06
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Bottles and/or sippy cups brought from home were not labeled with childs first and last name. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.5, B Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the cups brought in from home were not label with first and last names. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all cups are labeled.
- Correction status
- Due by September 8, 2024
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 28 - Bottles, Breastmilk, Formula and Infant Food
- Official code
- 28-02
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Solid food and/or cereal was fed to an infant under 4 months of age without authorization from a physician. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.6, G
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed bottles inside the infant classroom refrigerator cereal/rice and inside the bottle. The milk and cereal/rice mixture were extremely thick. The Child Care Personnel admitted to mixing cereal and rice with the formula inside side the bottle. Technical assistance was provided that due to the extreme risk of choking, solid foods, including cereal, may not be given in bottles or with infant feeders to children with normal feeding habits unless authorized by a physician.
- Correction status
- Due by September 8, 2024
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- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 28 - Bottles, Breastmilk, Formula and Infant Food
- Official code
- 28-09
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- The hand washing station in the diapering area did not include [ running water]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, A Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the sink inside the classroom with a capacity of 8 not properly installed (drainpipe unplugged) and the Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental did not wash her hands after diapering a child. Technical assistance was provided to wash hands after diapering and that hand sanitizer does not substitute handwashing.
- Correction status
- Due by September 8, 2024
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- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
- Official code
- 30-02
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, Licensing Specialist observed a jug of Hawaiian Punch stored on the bottom rack of the diaper changing table in the classroom with a capacity of 10. Technical assistance was provided that only things associated to diapering is allowed on the diaper changing table.
- Correction status
- Due by September 8, 2024
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- 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, Licensing Specialist determined that the Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental did complete the required DCF 40-hour introductory training. Child Care Personnel began introductory training on 4/20/23 and was supposed to complete training on or before 7/20/24. Technical assistance was given to complete DCF 40-hour introductory training prior to due date.
- Correction status
- Due by September 8, 2024
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- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The facility does not have documentation for all child care personnel on required annual refresher education of the facilitys exposure plan. CCF Handbook, Section 6
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the Child Care Personnel did not have a current exposure plan training on file. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all Child Care Personnel have a current exposure plan on file.
- Correction status
- Due by September 8, 2024
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 35 - Communicable Disease Control
- Official code
- 35-12
Medium concern: Staff training
- 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]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the facility had an inadequate number of Child Care Personnel with cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) training. Licensing Specialist determine only one Child Care Personnel has documented proof of CPR training. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that adequate number of Child Care Personnel has cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) training prior to due date.
- Correction status
- Due by September 8, 2024
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 36 - CPR Requirements
- Official code
- 36-03
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- 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]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the facility had an inadequate number of Child Care Personnel with first aid training. Licensing Specialist determine only one Child Care Personnel has documented proof of first aid training. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that adequate number of Child Care Personnel has first aid training prior to due date.
- Correction status
- Due by September 8, 2024
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 37 - First Aid Requirements
- Official code
- 37-02
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 Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Provider advised that 1 Other Personnel files was not onsite. Licensing Specialist was unable to review. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all files are maintained and available for the licensing agency to review. Licensing Specialist reviewed 5 Child Care Personnel files. •
- Correction status
- Due by September 8, 2024
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- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-01
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- Child care personnel did not have an employment application on file. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, A Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental did not have an employment application on file. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that employment application is on file for all Child Care Personnel. Technical support was provided that if the facility plans to use Tandem App for staffing; the facility is responsible to ensure that all supporting documentation that Child Care Personnel are required to have are on file. •
- Correction status
- Due by September 8, 2024
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- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-02
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The child care personnel record did not include a signed statement regarding any work in a center that had been subject to negative licensing action or the subject of disciplinary action while employed. s.402.3055(1)(b), F.S. and Section 7.4, A Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental did not have a signed statement regarding any work in a center that had been subject to negative licensing action or the subject of disciplinary action while employed per s.402.3055(1)(b), F.S. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all Child Care Personnel have a signed supplemental statement on file.
- Correction status
- Due by September 8, 2024
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- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-03
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The personnel/ volunteer (ten hours or more per month) record did not include a CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form signed annually. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, C Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the Child Care Personnel listed on supplemental did not have current CF- FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form signed annually. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that the CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form are signed annually.
- Correction status
- Due by September 8, 2024
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- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-04
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- The attendance roster did not accompany the group of children in that [it did not reflexed the classroom composition].CCF Handbook, Section 7.5, A
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the Child Care Personnel did not have a current classroom roster that reflexed the classroom composition in the 1-year-old classroom. The Child Care Personnel advised that roster was down the shopping plaza at the facilities sister site. Technical assistance was provided that attendance sheet/class roster must accompany the Child Care Personnel and the groups of children throughout the day should they leave the classroom. ENFORCEMENT
- Correction status
- Due by September 8, 2024
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- 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: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documentation to show completion of a Department approved five-hour early literacy and language development course for child care personnel within 12 months of date of employment in child care industry and/or the early literacy course documentation was not uploaded in the Florida Pathways/Registry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.2 and 4.5, C
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Counselor determined that Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental did not complete a department approved five-hour early literacy and language development course within 12 months of date of employment in child care industry. The Child Care Personnel was supposed to complete the course on or before 2/12/24. Technical assistance was provided to ensure Child Care Personnel complete the Department approved five-hour early literacy and language development prior to due date.
- Correction status
- Due by May 24, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-06
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- Supervision of children in the [2-year-old] group was inadequate in that [the Child Care Personnel exited the classroom leaving the classroom unsupervised. ]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Counselor observed the 1-year-old Child Care Personnel exit her classroom and the facility to grab her food from the food delivery person leaving her classroom unsupervised. Also, other Child Care Personnel exited the classroom the grab items in the adjoining classroom briefly leaving the classroom unsupervised. Technical assistance was provided to always maintain direct supervision. This standard was brought back into compliance when Child Care Personnel returned to the classroom. •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
- Official code
- 04-01
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Areas of the facility were found to be in need of cleaning. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Counselor observed the facility not to be clean. The area rugs appeared to be stained and the ceiling vents throughout the facility was with dust. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that facilities is cleaned and sanitized on a routine basis. Also, to develop and implement a cleaning schedule to ensure that cleaning occurs. Clean the affected areas prior to due date. A sample daily cleaning checklist was reviewed and emailed to the provider on today's date for use going forward. •
- Correction status
- Due by April 20, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-01
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facility's outdoor play area contained litter, nails, glass or other hazards that posed a threat to the health, safety or well-being of the children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Counselor observed two broken fence post which is causing the fence to lean backward. The broken fence posts that are still inside the ground has sharp wood pieces protruding out. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that the fence is fix and no hazards are on the playground.
- Correction status
- Due by April 20, 2024
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- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-02
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Clean, sanitary drinking water was not available to all children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.8
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Counselor observed 1 Child Care Personnel on the playground with 6 children without enough drinking water for the children. Technical assistance was provided that clean, sanitary drinking water shall be readily accessible in indoor and outdoorareas, throughout the day.
- Correction status
- Due by April 20, 2024
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- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 25 - Meals and Snacks
- Official code
- 25-20
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The facility's menu was not [ was not posted at the beginning of each week in an easily seen place]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, H
- Inspector notes
- At the time the inspection, Counselor observed menu posted near the front door of the facility was dated for March 11 th through the March 15 th . Technical assistance was provided to post menu at the beginning of the week in a conspicuous location easily seen by parents.
- Correction status
- Due by April 20, 2024
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- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 26 - Meal and Snack Menus
- Official code
- 26-01
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- Food Acceptance Log was not retained for 12 months. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, E.1.
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Provider failed to maintain the food acceptance log at the facility. Provider advised that food acceptance log was at her personal residence not at the facility. Technical assistance was provided that a food acceptance log must be maintained for all prepared meals being transported into the facility. The log must be retained for a minimum of 12 months. The log must include the delivery date, time of arrival, quantity and types of food, verification by the recipient of adequate temperatures of food, and the name and signature of the recipient. The facility caters food from the facility's sister-site C10PO0406. •
- Correction status
- Due by April 20, 2024
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 27 - Catered Food and Food Provided by Outside Sources
- Official code
- 27-06
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Bottles and/or sippy cups brought from home were not labeled with childs first and last name. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.5, B Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Counselor observed the cups brought in from home were not label with first and last names. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all cups are labeled.
- Correction status
- Due by April 20, 2024
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 28 - Bottles, Breastmilk, Formula and Infant Food
- Official code
- 28-02
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Solid food and/or cereal was fed to an infant under 4 months of age without authorization from a physician. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.6, G
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Counselor observed a bottle inside the infant classroom refrigerator cereal/rice and inside the bottle. The milk and cereal/rice mixture were extremely thick. The Child Care Personnel admitted to mixing cereal and rice with the formula inside side the bottle. Technical assistance was provided that due to the extreme risk of choking, solid foods, including cereal, may not be given in bottles or with infant feeders to children with normal feeding habits unless authorized by a physician.
- Correction status
- Due by March 31, 2024
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- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 28 - Bottles, Breastmilk, Formula and Infant Food
- Official code
- 28-09
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documentation to show child care personnel had begun the introductory training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.1
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Counselor reviewed all Child Care Personnel files and determined that the Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental did not start the required DCF 40-hour introductory training within 90 days of employment/industry start date. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff start a class in Part 1 or Part 2 within 90 days of employment/industry start date.
- Correction status
- Due by April 20, 2024
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 inspection, Counselor determined that Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental did not complete a department approved five-hour early literacy and language development course within 12 months of date of employment in child care industry. The Child Care Personnel was supposed to complete the course on or before 1/3/24. Technical assistance was provided to ensure Child Care Personnel complete the Department approved five-hour early literacy and language development prior to due date.
- Correction status
- Due by April 20, 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 [ safe sleep practices and shaken baby syndrome]. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.3 and 4.2.5
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of inspection, Counselor determined that the Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental did not have proof of safe sleep training within 30 days of date of hire. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that Child Care Personnel shall be trained on safe sleep, at each facility they are employed, within 30 days of date of hire.
- Correction status
- Due by April 20, 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
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Counselor determined that the Child Care Personnel did not have a current exposure plan training on file. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all Child Care Personnel have a current exposure plan on file.
- Correction status
- Due by April 20, 2024
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- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 35 - Communicable Disease Control
- Official code
- 35-12
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Child(ren) did not have a Florida Certification of Immunization (DH Form 680) or a Religious Exemption from Immunization (DH Form 681), on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1, B Record Keeping [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of inspection, Counselor reviewed childrens files and determined that the child listed on the supplemental had an no immunization forms on file. Technical assistance was given to the provider to obtain a current form from the parent/guardian prior to the due date. Additional technical assistance was given regarding FL shots. The provider was given the link to their website and how to register to view FL shot records. The link given was: www.flshotsusers.com and the provider was reminded to go to the bottom of page under schools & licensed child care providers to register.
- Correction status
- Due by April 20, 2024
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- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Child(ren) did not have a Student Health Examination/DH (Form 3040), or an equivalent health statement on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2, C Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Counselor determined that the child listed on the supplement did not have a Student Health Examination or equivalent health statement on file. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all children have current physical on file.
- Correction status
- Due by April 20, 2024
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- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
- Official code
- 42-01
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- Personnel records or copies of records were not being maintained at the facility and available for review by the licensing authority. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Provider advised that two Child Care Personnel files was not onsite at they were at her personnel residence. Counselor was unable to review. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all files are maintained and available for the licensing agency to review. Counselor reviewed 5 Child Care Personnel files. •
- Correction status
- Due by April 20, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-01
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- A complete CF-FSP Form 5131, Background Screening and Personnel File Requirements, was not on file for all employees. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1, A Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Counselor determined that the Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental did not have a complete CF- FSP Form 5131, Background Screening and Personnel File Requirements on file. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all Child Care Personnel have Background Screening and Personnel File Requirements on file.
- Correction status
- Due by April 20, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-01
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 your current process for ensuring that all staff employment history and background screening documents are complete and up to date?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records show that recent inspections identified missing or incomplete employment history and background screening documentation for staff. This question helps you understand how the center manages these important personnel records to ensure compliance.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps do you take to regularly check the perimeter of your outdoor play area to ensure there are no gaps or hazards?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report noted instances where fencing had gaps that could allow children to exit the play area. Asking about their maintenance routine helps you understand how they keep the outdoor space secure.
- Context
- The fencing issue was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you ensure that all staff members are fully trained in supervision protocols, especially when they need to step away from their assigned classroom?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records show multiple instances where supervision was identified as a concern because staff left their classrooms. This question allows you to learn about their current practices for maintaining constant supervision.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your process for ensuring that all cleaning supplies and other hazardous materials are stored safely and are inaccessible to children at all times?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records indicate repeated concerns regarding the accessibility of cleaning supplies and hazardous materials. This question helps you understand the center's safety protocols for storing these items.
Related violations
General question
How do you keep parents informed about your daily routines and any changes to your classroom schedules?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Consistent communication about daily schedules and routines helps parents feel connected to their child's day and ensures everyone is on the same page. This question helps you gauge how the center keeps families updated on their daily operations.