Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 3.35
- Local median
- 2.85
Tater Tots Learning Academy, Inc.
929 Fairlane Dr, Lakeland, FL 33809
- License:
- C10PO0425
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 12, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, Food Served, Full Day, Infant Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 6:00AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 59
- License expiration:
- June 28, 2027
Typical cost: $1,127 - $1,157 (Under 1)
Child’s age
$1,127 - $1,157/mo
Median daily rate: $52.00 - $53.40
Official Florida Division of Early Learning Polk County data.
Not this provider’s price.
Inspection snapshot
Questions worth asking
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Next: Review the inspection history below and ask the provider what the records mean and what changed afterward.
Latest inspectionJune 11, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsJune 11, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 23 available inspections for Tater Tots Learning Academy, Inc. from May 1, 2023 through June 11, 2026.
15 inspections recorded violations, with 77 recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on June 11, 2026 and involved equipment or readiness, with a due date of July 3, 2026.
Hazardous access was a higher-concern topic that showed up in two inspections.
The available reports do not include a later inspection with no recorded violations after that violation.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 23
- Recorded violations
- 77
- Higher-concern violations
- 21
- Repeated topics
- 12
6 in last 12 months
5 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
23 total inspections vs 16 local median in 33809
Compared to 13 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 30%
- Local median
- 37%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 65%
- Local median
- 59%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 12
- Local average
- 4.92
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Staff training
Appeared across 8 inspections, with 13 recorded violations.
October 24, 2023December 5, 2023January 8, 2024February 8, 2024February 14, 2024September 23, 2024June 25, 2025October 28, 2025Facility condition
Appeared across 7 inspections, with 9 recorded violations.
October 24, 2023February 14, 2024June 20, 2024February 6, 2025June 25, 2025October 28, 2025February 19, 2026Background screening
Appeared across 4 inspections, with 8 recorded violations.
October 24, 2023February 14, 2024March 18, 2024June 20, 2024Equipment or readiness
Appeared across 4 inspections, with 6 recorded violations.
October 24, 2023December 5, 2023February 14, 2024June 11, 2026Health or food records
Appeared across 4 inspections, with 10 recorded violations.
October 24, 2023February 14, 2024June 20, 2024February 6, 2025Administrative posting
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
October 24, 2023June 20, 2024July 30, 2024Recordkeeping
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 11 recorded violations.
October 24, 2023December 5, 2023February 14, 2024Supervision
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 5 recorded violations.
October 24, 2023November 7, 2023July 30, 2024Attendance accountability
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
June 20, 2024July 30, 2024Emergency preparedness
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
February 14, 2024June 20, 2024Hazardous access
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
June 20, 2024September 23, 2024Medication
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
October 24, 2023June 20, 2024Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facility did not maintain the manufacturers instructions for playground equipment purchased or installed on or after January 2020 and/or have available for licensing to review. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, I (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the inspection, the provider informed the specialist that the facility has installed artificial turf on the playground. The facility did not have the turf specifications available for the specialist to review and to be sure that they met the recommendations and standards of the Department. The facility has until the due date to send this information to the specialist; at that time if standard is met, the facility will return to compliance for this standard. Any other recommendations will be made at that time if needed.
- Correction status
- Due by July 3, 2026
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-12
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- The hand washing sink was used for something other than hand washing in that [there were non-essential to hand cleansing items (pens, tablet, chargers) on and around the handwashing station.]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, C Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the specialist observed several items on and around the handwashing station. The handwashing station is for that action alone. There can be nothing in this location that is not needed for handwashing. The provider moved the items; returning them back into compliance for this standard.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
- Official code
- 30-03
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- The diaper changing surface was not cleaned and sanitized or disinfected after each use. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, E Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the specialist observed the changing table was in need of cleaning. There was dirt, and debris under the hard plastic layer of the table. The provider has until the due date to have this cleaned. At that time the facility will return to compliance for this standard.
- Correction status
- Due by March 19, 2026
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
- Official code
- 30-05
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the specialist observed a hole on the wall behind the classroom door in the four year old class room. The provider has until the due date to have the wall repaired and return to compliance for this standard.
- Correction status
- Due by November 27, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Child Care personnel, who were not in compliance with training requirements when they left the industry, did not complete required training and any new mandated training before returning to the industry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.3, B Training [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection a new staff member (SD: 4/7/25) had not begun the required training. The staff should have began training by 7/7/25. The staff needs to begin training; and the provider notify the specialist once this occurs. At that time the provider and the facility will return to compliance for this standard.
- Correction status
- Due by November 28, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-05
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Areas of the facility were found to be in need of cleaning. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the specialist observed the a/c vent in one year old class, and the three/four year old class had heavy dust deposits. The provider had a staff member clean the vents during the inspection; returning the facility to compliance for this standard.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-01
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Cleaning and sanitizing potty chairs did not take place after each use. CCF Handbook, Section 3.7, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the specialist observed that the potty in the two and three year old classroom had not been emptied and there was no child in the bathroom at the time. Before the specialist left the classroom, the staff member was asked to clean the training potty. This was done at the time of the inspection, returning the facility back to compliance for this standard.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 21 - Restrooms and Bath Facilities
- Official code
- 21-05
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documentation to show completion of a Department approved five-hour early literacy and language development course for child care personnel within 12 months of date of employment in child care industry and/or the early literacy course documentation was not uploaded in the Florida Pathways/Registry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.2 and 4.5, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3)
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the specialist observed that a staff member did not complete training within the 12 months timeframe. The staff began employment June 17, 2024 and should have completed the training by June 17,2025; the training was not completed until June 23, 2025.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-06
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 the inspection, the specialist observed the bottles in the infants class did not have first and last names on them. This was resolved at the time of inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 28 - Bottles, Breastmilk, Formula and Infant Food
- Official code
- 28-02
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- The hand washing sink was used for something other than hand washing in that [sink in bathroom had a sippy cup with milk in it]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, C Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the specialist observed a sippy cup with milk in the bathroom of the two and three year olds on the sink. TA was given to the staff and the cup was removed and taken to the food preparation area. This returned the facility to compliance.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
- Official code
- 30-03
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- The facilitys storage of harmful items including cleaning supplies, flammable products, and poisonous, toxic and hazardous materials allowed access by children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed a spray bottle on a cabinet in the 2-year-old 3-year-old classroom accessible to the children in care. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all harmful items are not accessible to the children in care. This standard was brought back into compliance when provider moved the spray bottle out of reach of children. •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 13 - Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons
- Official code
- 13-02
Medium concern: 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, Licensing Specialist reviewed all Child Care Personnel files and determined that the Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental did not began required DCF 40-hour introductory training. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the Child Care Personnel start DCF 40 training. This standard was brought back into compliance when Child Care Personnel began required DCF 40-hour introductory training. •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-03
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- Supervision of children in the [infant ] group was inadequate in that [the Child Care Personnel left the classroom to open the front door]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of re-inspection, Licensing Specialist observed Child Care Personnel open the front door. It was later discovered that the Child Care Personnel inside the infant classroom left her classroom unattended to open the front door. Technical assistance was provided that children must never be left without Child Care Personnel supervision. This standard was brought back into compliance when the 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
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The facility used electronic media time with children younger than 2 years of age. CCF Handbook, Section 2.6, C
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed child in care in the infant classroom watching television. Technical assistance was provided that electronic media for children under two years of age isn't permissible. Electronic media may only be used for educational purposes or physical activity for children two years of age and older for no more than 1 to 2 hours per day. This standard is brought back into compliance when Child Care Personnel turned off the television. • Technical assistance was provided to ensure if media is used it is for educational purposes only. •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 09 - Planned Activities
- Official code
- 09-06
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- The attendance roster did not accompany the group of children in that [the roster did not reflect the classroom composition].CCF Handbook, Section 7.5, A
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the 2-year-old 3-year-old classroom and 1-year-old 2-year-old classroom without a current roster. The attendance roster for the children was not current and did not represent the number of children inside the classroom. There was a child checked in that was not at the facility. Technical assistance was provided that each classroom must have an attendance sheet/class roster for the group of children occupying that space. Attendance sheet/class roster must accompany the child care personnel and the group of children throughout the day should they leave the classroom. This standard was brought back into compliance when Dir ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 46 - Daily Attendance
- Official code
- 46-07
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The facility used electronic media time with children younger than 2 years of age. CCF Handbook, Section 2.6, C
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed child in care in the 1-year-old classroom watching television. Technical assistance was provided that electronic media for children under two years of age isn't permissible. Electronic media may only be used for educational purposes or physical activity for children two years of age and older for no more than 1 to 2 hours per day.
- Correction status
- Due by July 20, 2024
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 09 - Planned Activities
- Official code
- 09-06
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- A potentially harmful item, [blue soapy chemical], was not labeled as required. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed a clear spray bottle with blue cleaner (soap) in the 2-year-old classroom that was not labeled. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all chemical spray bottles are labeled.
- Correction status
- Due by July 20, 2024
More details
- 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 Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed a mop bucket with water and cleaning chemical inside the hallway and the 1-year- old 2-year-old classroom accessible to the children in care. Also, inside the 4-year-old 5-year-old classroom, there was disinfectant wipes and disinfectant spray on a floor cabinet accessible to the children in care. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all harmful items are not accessible to the children in care.
- Correction status
- Due by July 20, 2024
More details
- 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 documented proof of an annual fire inspection by the local fire authority. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, A Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the provider failed to have a current and approved annual fire safety inspection by the local fire authority. The facility fire inspection was conducted last year on April 18, 2023. The facility fire inspection was conducted June 11, 2024. Technical assistance provided to ensure that a fire inspection is completed by the local fire authority. This standard was brought back into compliance when provider had fire inspection completed. • Fire drills conducted on 7/28/23, 9/20/23, 10/26/23, 11/10/23, 12/26/23, 1/25/24, 2/22/24, 3/13/24, 4/23/24, 5/21/24. • A fire drill was conducted today in the presence of the licen ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-01
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- Child care personnel failed to possess a current attendance record and parent contact information during a fire drill, emergency preparedness drill or an actual emergency. CCF Handbook Section 3.8.4, C and 3.8.5, A Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed fire drill being conducted. Licensing Specialist observed the Child Care Personnel only count the amount of children and never utilizing current attendance record to account for all children. Technical assistance was provided that current attendance record and parent contact information must accompany Child Care Personnel out of the building during a drill or actual evacuation and be used to account for all children. This standard was brought back into compliance when Licensing Specialist informed the Provider to account for the children using attendance. •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-12
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Diaper changing occurred on a surface that was not impermeable. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, E Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed diapering pad inside the infant classroom torn. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all diapering pads are impermeable.
- Correction status
- Due by July 20, 2024
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
- Official code
- 30-06
Higher concern: Medication
- Report finding
- The facility did not obtain written authorization prior to administering emergency non-prescription medication. CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, D and K Health Requirements [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed children onsite that had prescription and non-prescription medication. Upon review of the child's file, it was determined there was no medication authorization on file. 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 and to obtain these authorizations prior to the due date. Additionally, the name of the medication, the date and time, the medication was given, the amount and dosage, and the name and signature of the person who gave the medication. Also, this record must be initia ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by July 20, 2024
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 40 - Medication
- Official code
- 40-09
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 Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed medication (Desitin, Aquafer, etc) stored under the changing table accessible to the children in care. Also, inside the 1-year-old classroom medication (Triple Past skin protection, Vaseline, Aquafer, Nystatin and Triamcino Ointment) inside an unsecured drawer. Technical assistance was provided to ensure all medication are stored in a locked area or inaccessible to children in care.
- Correction status
- Due by July 20, 2024
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 40 - Medication
- Official code
- 40-15
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 Record Keeping [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the inspection, Licensing Specialist determined the child listed on the supplemental had expired immunization records in their file. Technical assistance was given to the provider to obtain a current form from the parent/guardian prior to the due date. Additional technical assistance was given regarding FL shots. The provider was 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. This standard was brought back into compliance when provider notified the parent, and the parent sent ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-02
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Child(ren) did not have a Student Health Examination/DH (Form 3040), or an equivalent health statement on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2, C 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. This standard was brought back into compliance when provider notified the parent, and the parent sent a copy of the physical. •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
- Official code
- 42-01
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
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the provider failed to maintain the employee roster. The Child Care Personnel listed on the attached supplemental was not added to the employee roster within 10 days. Technical assistance was provided to add or remove staff within ten days of the hire or departure date.
- Correction status
- Due by July 20, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-09
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- The attendance roster did not accompany the group of children in that [the roster did reflect the classroom composition].CCF Handbook, Section 7.5, A
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the 3-year-old 5-year-old classroom without a current roster. The attendance roster for the children was not current and did not represent the number of children inside the classroom. There was a child checked in that was not at the facility. Technical assistance was provided that each classroom must have an attendance sheet/class roster for the group of children occupying that space. Attendance sheet/class roster must accompany the child care personnel and the group of children throughout the day should they leave the classroom. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that sign in and out logs are maintained. • ENFORCEMENT
- Correction status
- Due by July 20, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 46 - Daily Attendance
- Official code
- 46-07
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- An employment history verification was not documented and on file. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, D
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the reinspection, the CCR counselor reviewed all staff files and determined the staff listed on the supplemental had an incomplete 5-year work history in their file. (no verifications completed and/or not a full 5-years' worth of employment). Technical assistance was given to the provider to complete prior to the due date. The provider was reminded that 5-year employment history's must include the following: (3) attempts must be made and documented and failed attempts to obtain employment history must be documented in the personnel file and include date, time, and the reason the information was not obtained 1. A complete 5 years' worth of prior employment must ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 17, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-04
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facilitys outdoor play area contained litter, nails, glass or other hazards that posed a low potential for harm to children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed the blue stationary boat had 2 areas of chipping paint and the multi-colored playhouse had an area of rust on the inside accessible to the children. Technical assistance was given to the provider to sand/repaint both pieces of equipment prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by March 13, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-01
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documentation of a fire extinguisher being properly maintained to include being serviced and retagged timely, and/or with a current certificate. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, B Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed the facility's fire extinguishers were last tagged in December 2022. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the extinguishers retagged prior to the due date. The last fire drill was conducted on 1/25/24 and an emergency preparedness drill (weather) was conducted on 8/29/23. No lockdown drill has been conducted yet this licensing year. The provider was reminded that (1) weather and (1) lockdown drill must be completed during the facility's licensure year.
- Correction status
- Due by March 13, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-05
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Frozen food was not [ labeled by date and type]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, F.2 and 3.
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed opened french toast sticks and mini pancakes in the freezer that were not sealed properly and/or labeled with type & date. The provider labeled the items while the counselor was present. Technical assistance was given to the provider that once removed from the original packaging, the foods must be labeled with either the manufacturers expiration date (if still in an opened package) or once opened, labeled with the date the package was opened.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-24
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Bottles and/or sippy cups brought from home were not labeled with childs first and last name. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.5, B Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed the sippy cups in the 1-year-old classroom were not labeled with the child's first and last name. The provider labeled the bottles and cups while the counselor was present placing the facility back into compliance for this standard.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 28 - Bottles, Breastmilk, Formula and Infant Food
- Official code
- 28-02
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Items unrelated to diaper changing were stored in the diaper changing area or placed on the diaper changing table/surface. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, G Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed books, animal crackers, a stuffed animal, etc. on the changing table in the 1- year-old classroom. The provider removed the items while the counselor was present placing the facility back into compliance for this standard. The provider was reminded 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.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
- Official code
- 30-07
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The ground cover or other protective surface under the [all stationary equipment] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed none of the stationary equipment (blue boat, red car, tricycles, etc.) sufficient mulch located underneath. (areas measured 2- 3 inches). Technical assistance was given to the provider to add more mulch prior to the due date. Technical assistance was given to the provider as a suggestion to add a border around the equipment and was reminded the border must extend 6 feet in all directions on the equipment. If any stationary equipment is moved, 6 feet of fall/use zone must be provided in all directions from the perimeter of the equipment as well as maintaining 6" of resilient surface.
- Correction status
- Due by March 13, 2024
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-07
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documentation to show child care personnel had begun the introductory training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.1
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed all staff files and determined that the staff listed on the supplemental had not started the required DCF 40 hour training within 90 days of employment/industry start date. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff start a class in Part 1 or Part 2 prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by March 13, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-03
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documented proof that all child care personnel were trained and knowledgeable within 30 days of date of hire in [ safe sleep practices and shaken baby syndrome, the use of fire extinguishers]. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.3 and 4.2.5
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed all staff files and determined that the staff listed on the supplemental did not have documentation of fire extinguisher and/or safe sleep 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.
- Correction status
- Due by March 13, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-09
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The facility does not have documentation for all child care personnel on required annual refresher education of the facilitys exposure plan. CCF Handbook, Section 6
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed all staff files and observed the staff listed on the supplemental did not have documentation of training on the facilitys exposure plan. Technical assistance was given to the provider to review with the staff and document the training prior to the due date. Lastly, the provider was reminded that a refresher education of the facilitys exposure plan must be conducted with all staff annually.
- Correction status
- Due by March 13, 2024
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 35 - Communicable Disease Control
- Official code
- 35-12
Medium concern: Incident records
- Report finding
- Child care personnel failed to share the accident/incident form with the custodial parent/ legal guardian or the individual authorized to pick up child on the day that the incident occurred. CCF Handbook, Section 6.4, B & D Health Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed children's files D - K and determined the child listed on the supplemental had incomplete accident/incident reports that were missing a parent/guardian signature. Technical assistance was given to the provider as a reminder that all accidents/incidents must be documented on the same day they occur, must be shared & signed with the parent/guardian on the date of the occurrence, signed by any child care personnel that witnessed, involved and/or responded to the incident and the documentation must be kept for 12 months. Additional technical assistance was given to the provider to have the form(s) completed prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by March 13, 2024
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 39 - Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation
- Official code
- 39-04
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 Record Keeping [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the inspection, the provider stated there were 30 children enrolled and 10 children's files D - K were reviewed. The CCR counselor determined the child listed on the supplemental had an expired immunization record in their file. Technical assistance was given to the provider to obtain a current form from the parent/guardian prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by March 13, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-02
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- A signed statement from the custodial parent(s) or legal guardian(s) attesting that the facility had provided the department's Know Your Child Care Facility brochure was not on file for the child(ren). CCF Handbook, Section 7.3, C.1.
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed children's files D - K and observed the child listed on the supplemental did not have documentation of receiving the Know Your Child Care brochure. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the parent/guardian prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by March 13, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 43 - Enrollment Information
- Official code
- 43-03
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- A signed statement from the custodial parent(s) or legal guardian(s) attesting that the facility had provided their written disciplinary and expulsion policies was not on file for the child(ren). CCF Handbook, Section 7.3, C.2. and Section 2.8, C Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed children's files D - K and observed the child listed on the supplemental did not have documentation of receiving the facility's discipline or expulsion policy. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the parent/guardian prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by March 13, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 43 - Enrollment Information
- Official code
- 43-04
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]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed staff files and observed the staff listed on the supplemental began working at the facility prior to having a cleared background screening. Technical assistance was given to the provider that staff cannot begin employment until a cleared screening or 45-day provisional hire letter has been obtained.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-02
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- An employment history verification was not documented and on file. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, D
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed all staff files and determined the staff listed on the supplemental had an incomplete 5-year work history in their file. (no verifications completed and/or missing previous employers). Technical assistance was given to the provider to complete prior to the due date. The provider was reminded that 5-year employment history's must include the following: (3) attempts must be made and documented and failed attempts to obtain employment history must be documented in the personnel file and include date, time, and the reason the information was not obtained 1. A complete 5 years' worth of prior employment must be documented a ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by March 13, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-04
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the 40 hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement. CCF Handbook Section 4.2.1
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the reinspection, the CCR counselor received via email a DCF transcript and testing confirmation dates for the staff listed on the supplemental. The provider stated the staff has completed all courses but has not tested to date of the reinspection. The staff is scheduled to test on 2/21/24 and 2/23/24. Technical assistance was given to the provider to send an updated training transcript to the counselor upon completion/passing the exams.
- Correction status
- Due by March 7, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-01
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the 40 hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement. CCF Handbook Section 4.2.1
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the reinspection, the CCR counselor received via email a training transcript for the staff listed on the supplemental that shows the staff did not complete Part 1 or Part 2 of DCF training. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff test/pass prior to the due date. The provider stated the staff is scheduled to test mid month.
- Correction status
- Due by February 7, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-01
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documentation to show completion of a Department approved five-hour early literacy and language development course for child care personnel within 12 months of date of employment in child care industry and/or the early literacy course documentation was not uploaded in the Florida Pathways/Registry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.2 and 4.5, C
- Report comments
- At the time of the reinspection, the CCR counselor received via email a transcript for the staff listed on the supplemental that shows the staff started but did not complete Early Literacy training. The provider reached back out to the counselor later to advise the staff completed Early Literacy on today placing the provider back into compliance.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-06
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
- Report comments
- At the time of the reinspection, the facility failed to document an inspection for the month of November 2023 on the physical environment log. Technical assistance was given to the provider that the inspections must be completed monthly and documented on the log.
- Correction status
- Due by January 4, 2024
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-04
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the 40 hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement. CCF Handbook Section 4.2.1
- Report comments
- At the time of the reinspection, the staff listed on the supplemental did not successfully complete the Departments training within 12 months from the date training began, not to exceed 15 months from the date of employment in the child care industry. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff start complete/pass tests prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by January 4, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-01
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documentation to show completion of a Department approved five-hour early literacy and language development course for child care personnel within 12 months of date of employment in child care industry and/or the early literacy course documentation was not uploaded in the Florida Pathways/Registry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.2 and 4.5, C
- Report comments
- At the time of the reinspection, the CCR counselor reviewed all staff files and determined that the staff listed on the supplemental had not completed Early Literacy training within 1 year of employment/industry start date. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff complete prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by January 4, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-06
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The child care personnel record did not include a signed statement regarding any work in a center that had been subject to negative licensing action or the subject of disciplinary action while employed. s.402.3055(1)(b), F.S. and Section 7.4, A Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the reinspection, the staff listed on the supplemental did not have a Supplement to the Child Care Facility form in their file. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff sign prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by January 4, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-03
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- The facility had an inadequate number of child care personnel appropriately trained in CPR to maintain coverage both on-site and on field trips. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4, B Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the reinspection, the CCR counselor observed only 2 staff were onsite with current CPR. Technical assistance was given to the provider to ensure adequate staff (3 minimum) are onsite with current CPR and in direct supervision of the children prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by November 17, 2023
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 36 - CPR Requirements
- Official code
- 36-03
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- The facility did not have an adequate number of child care personnel appropriately trained in first aid to maintain coverage both on- site and on field trips. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4, B Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the reinspection, the CCR counselor observed only 2 staff were onsite with current First Aid. Technical assistance was given to the provider to ensure adequate staff (3 minimum) are onsite with current First Aid and in direct supervision of the children prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by November 17, 2023
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 37 - First Aid Requirements
- Official code
- 37-02
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
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the inspection, the facility did not have a daily indoor and outdoor checklist. A sample daily checklist was reviewed and emailed to the provider on today's date for use going forward. 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.
- Correction status
- Due by November 23, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-19
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The facility's menu was not [ was not dated]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, H
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed the facility's snack menu and observed it was not dated. Technical assistance was given to the provider to update the menu prior to the due date and was reminded that the menu must be planned, written, dated, and posted at the beginning of each week in an easily seen place, accessible to the parents/guardians and any substitutions must be noted. Not Monitored Comments At the time of the inspection, the provider stated they may order pizza on occasion from an outside source for special occasions. The provider is aware this is considered catered foods and a food acceptance log must be completed and available for review. ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by November 23, 2023
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- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 26 - Meal and Snack Menus
- Official code
- 26-01
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facility did not have a written routine schedule for cleaning, sanitizing and disinfecting equipment, materials, furnishings and play areas on a daily and/or weekly basis. CCF Handbook, Section 3.11, B
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the provider did not have a written routine cleaning schedule. Technical assistance was given to the provider to create a written cleaning schedule for cleaning, sanitizing and disinfecting equipment, materials, furnishings and play areas prior to the due date. This schedule must include items to be cleaned, sanitized or disinfected on a daily or weekly basis. Daily indoor equipment items include but are not limited to: counter/table tops, toys, drinking fountains, floors, diaper pails, toilets, and sinks. Weekly indoor equipment items include, but are not limited to: linens, machine washable cloth toys, play activity centers, dress-up clothes, ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by November 23, 2023
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 31 - Indoor Equipment
- Official code
- 31-07
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
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the facility had a blank physical environment log. Technical assistance was given to the provider that the inspections must be completed monthly and documented on the log.
- Correction status
- Due by November 23, 2023
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-04
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the 40 hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement. CCF Handbook Section 4.2.1
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed all staff files and determined that the staff listed on the supplemental did not successfully complete the Departments training within 12 months from the date training began, not to exceed 15 months from the date of employment in the child care industry. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff start complete/pass tests prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by November 23, 2023
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-01
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documentation to show completion of a Department approved five-hour early literacy and language development course for child care personnel within 12 months of date of employment in child care industry and/or the early literacy course documentation was not uploaded in the Florida Pathways/Registry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.2 and 4.5, C
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed all staff files and determined that the staff listed on the supplemental had not completed Early Literacy training within 1 year of employment/industry start date. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff complete prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by November 23, 2023
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-06
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documented proof that all child care personnel were trained and knowledgeable within 30 days of date of hire in [ the use of fire extinguishers]. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.3 and 4.2.5
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed all staff files and determined that the staff listed on the supplemental did not have documentation of fire extinguisher training in their file and had been employed more than 30 days. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff complete prior to the due date. Additional technical assistance was given to the provider as a reminder that all child care personnel shall be trained in the use and operation of a fire extinguisher, at each facility they are employed, within 30 days of date of hire. The facility must maintain documentation in their file that all child care personnel have completed training.
- Correction status
- Due by November 23, 2023
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-09
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The facility did not have a written exposure plan regarding safety precautions for exposure to blood and potentially infectious fluids. CCF Handbook, Section 6
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the provider did not have an exposure policy in place. Technical assistance was given to the provider to develop a written exposure plan regarding universal safety precautions recommended by the CDC to follow in the event there is exposure to blood and potentially infectious fluids prior to the due date. Additionally, child care personnel are required to be educated on the facilitys exposure plan regarding standard precautions before beginning to work and annually thereafter. Written documentation that child care personnel have participated in the facilitys annual refresher education for the exposure plan and understand the proper procedures in ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by November 23, 2023
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 35 - Communicable Disease Control
- Official code
- 35-11
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- The facility had an inadequate number of child care personnel appropriately trained in CPR to maintain coverage both on-site and on field trips. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4, B Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the reinspection, the CCR counselor observed only 2 staff were onsite with current CPR. Technical assistance was given to the provider that for 0 -25 staff, a minimum of 3 staff must be on hand and in direct supervision of the children with valid CPR while children are in care and to have sufficient number of staff complete the training prior to the due date to ensure compliance at all times children are in care. Lastly, the provider was reminded it must be an instructor led, hands on course or one of the 2 Department approved virtual instructors. (listed on the supplemental)
- Correction status
- Due by November 3, 2023
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 36 - CPR Requirements
- Official code
- 36-03
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- The facility did not have an adequate number of child care personnel appropriately trained in first aid to maintain coverage both on- site and on field trips. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4, B Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed only 2 staff were onsite with current First Aid. Technical assistance was given to the provider that a minimum of 3 staff for a facility with 25 staff or less and in direct supervision of the children must be on hand with valid First Aid while children are in care. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have sufficient number of staff complete the training prior to the due date to ensure compliance at all times children are in care.
- Correction status
- Due by November 3, 2023
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- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 37 - First Aid Requirements
- Official code
- 37-02
Higher concern: Medication
- Report finding
- The facility did not obtain written authorization prior to administering emergency non-prescription medication. CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, D and K Health Requirements [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed children onsite that had prescription medication. Upon review of the child's file, it was determined there was no medication authorization on file. 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 and to obtain these authorizations prior to the due date. Additionally, the name of the medication, the date and time, the medication was given, the amount and dosage, and the name and signature of the person who gave the medication. Also, this record must be initialed or signed by the ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by November 23, 2023
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 40 - Medication
- Official code
- 40-09
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Child(ren) did not have a Florida Certification of Immunization (DH Form 680) or a Religious Exemption from Immunization (DH Form 681), on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1, B Record Keeping [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed childrens files A - C 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.
- Correction status
- Due by November 23, 2023
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- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Child(ren) did not have a Student Health Examination/DH (Form 3040), or an equivalent health statement on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2, C Record Keeping [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed childrens files A - C and determined the child listed on the supplemental was missing a physical 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 November 23, 2023
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- 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]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed childrens files A - C and determined that the children listed on the supplemental had incomplete enrollment forms in their file. (missing and/or no enrollment dates). Technical assistance was given to the provider to complete prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by November 23, 2023
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- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 43 - Enrollment Information
- Official code
- 43-02
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- A signed statement from the custodial parent(s) or legal guardian(s) attesting that the facility had provided the department's Know Your Child Care Facility brochure was not on file for the child(ren). CCF Handbook, Section 7.3, C.1.
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the children listed on the supplemental were missing parent/guardian acknowledgment of receiving the know your child care facility brochure. Technical assistance was given to the provider to complete prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by November 23, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 43 - Enrollment Information
- Official code
- 43-03
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- A signed statement from the custodial parent(s) or legal guardian(s) attesting that the facility had provided their written disciplinary and expulsion policies was not on file for the child(ren). CCF Handbook, Section 7.3, C.2. and Section 2.8, C Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the children listed on the supplemental were missing parent/guardian acknowledgment of receiving the facility's disciple and/or expulsion policy. Technical assistance was given to the provider to complete prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by November 23, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 43 - Enrollment Information
- Official code
- 43-04
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The facility did not maintain documentation that the parent(s) or legal guardian(s) of each child were provided information detailing the causes, symptoms, and transmission of the influenza virus annually during the months of August through September in that [the brochures were missing or signed during the wrong month.]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.3, C.4. Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed childrens files and determined the children listed on the supplemental had missing and/or expired influenza brochures in their file. Technical assistance was given to the provider as a reminder that the influenza brochure must be distributed annually between August 1 and September 30 and a copy placed in the childs file.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 43 - Enrollment Information
- Official code
- 43-06
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The facility did not maintain documentation that the parent(s) or legal guardian(s) of each child were provided information regarding the potential for distracted adults to fail to drop off a child and leave them in the car annually during the months of April and September in that [the brochures were missing or signed during the wrong month.]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.3, C.5.
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed children's files and determined the children listed on the supplemental had missing and/or expired distracted adult brochures in their file. Technical assistance was given to the provider as a reminder that the distracted adult brochure must be distributed twice annually only during the months of April & September and a copy placed in the child's file. If the provider chooses to distribute the brochure during enrollment that is not during the month of August or September, it must also be signed for again by the parent/guardian during these months.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 43 - Enrollment Information
- Official code
- 43-10
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 the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed all staff files and determined the staff listed on the supplemental did not have an employment application in their file. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff complete prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by November 23, 2023
More details
- Report section
- 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 the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed all staff files and determined the staff listed on the supplemental did not have a Supplement to the Child Care Facility form in their file. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff sign prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by November 23, 2023
More details
- Report section
- 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 the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed all staff files and determined the staff listed on the supplemental did not have a Child Abuse & Neglect form in their file. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff sign prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by November 23, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-04
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]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed all staff files and observed the staff listed on the supplemental had lived outside the state of Florida within the past 5-years and was not included with the original screening. Also, the other staff began employment prior to a cleared screening. Technical assistance was given to the provider to initiate a resubmission including the staff's prior state(s) prior to the due date and was reminded that staff cannot begin employment until a cleared background screening has been obtained.
- Correction status
- Due by November 3, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-02
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- An employment history verification was not documented and on file. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, D
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed all staff files and determined the staff listed on the supplemental had an incomplete 5-year work history in their file. (no verifications completed, no employment documented and/or not a full 5-years' worth of employment). Technical assistance was given to the provider to complete prior to the due date. The provider was reminded that 5-year employment history's must include the following: 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' wort ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by November 23, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-04
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- Background screening was not completed: [ after a 90-day break in service.] CCF Handbook, Section 5.2 Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed all staff files & observed the staff listed on the supplemental had a 90-day break in service and was not rescreened prior to employment. Technical assistance was given to the provider to initiate a resubmission prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by November 3, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-07
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- Child care personnels Level 2 documentation was incomplete in that [ A copy of out-of-state child abuse and neglect registry search is missing., A copy of out-of-state sexual offender/predator registry search is missing.]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1, D, E, and F
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed all staff files & observed the staff listed on the supplemental had resided outside of the state of Florida within the past 5 years and no documentation that abuse & neglect or sexual offender checks were completed. Technical assistance was given to the provider to obtain the reports prior to the due date. Lastly, a copy of the spreadsheet for out of state checks was emailed to the provider on today's date for use/reference.
- Correction status
- Due by November 23, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-11
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Questions to ask
Suggested questions for parents based on recorded violations in inspection reports. If there are not enough source-backed violations, you will see general questions for daycare.
Finding-specific
Can you walk me through the current process for ensuring that all cleaning supplies and hazardous materials are kept completely out of reach of the children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records show that there have been multiple instances where cleaning supplies were found in areas accessible to children. Asking about current storage practices helps parents understand how the facility keeps harmful items secure.
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Finding-specific
How does your team ensure that attendance rosters are always accurate and stay with the children whenever they move between classrooms or outdoor areas?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report noted instances where attendance rosters did not accurately reflect the children present in the classroom. This question helps parents understand the current procedures for maintaining accurate group counts.
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Finding-specific
What steps are taken to ensure that staff remain focused on supervising children at all times, even when they need to step away to handle tasks like opening the door?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records show a finding related to a staff member leaving a classroom unattended to open the front door. This question helps parents understand how the facility maintains consistent supervision.
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Could you explain your current process for verifying and maintaining staff background screening records to ensure all requirements are met before a new hire begins working?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records show that background screening documentation has been a repeated topic in previous inspections. This question helps parents understand the current administrative practices for staff compliance.
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What is your approach to ensuring that all playground equipment is properly maintained and that you have the necessary documentation on file for all installed equipment?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from June 2026 noted that manufacturer instructions for playground equipment were not available for review. This question helps parents understand how the facility manages equipment safety documentation.
- Context
- The facility has until July 3, 2026, to provide the requested documentation.
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