Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 3.77
- Local median
- 2.12
Cooper's Discovery Point Academy LLC
875 E Main St, Bartow, FL 33830
- License:
- C10PO0441
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 12, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, After School, Before School, Drop In, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 6:30AM to 5:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 32
- License expiration:
- October 11, 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 1, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMarch 22, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 22 available inspections for Cooper's Discovery Point Academy LLC from September 6, 2023 through June 1, 2026.
11 inspections recorded violations, with 83 recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on June 1, 2026 and involved background screening, with a due date of July 2, 2026.
That higher-concern topic showed up in five inspections.
The available reports do not include a later inspection with no recorded violations after that violation.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 22
- Recorded violations
- 83
- Higher-concern violations
- 22
- Repeated topics
- 11
7 in last 12 months
39 in last 12 months
9 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
22 total inspections vs 19 local median in 33830
Compared to 21 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 36%
- Local median
- 29%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 50%
- Local median
- 50%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 11
- Local average
- 5.29
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 9 inspections, with 14 recorded violations.
February 9, 2024March 15, 2024April 17, 2024October 4, 2024February 5, 2025October 6, 2025January 15, 2026February 23, 2026June 1, 2026Equipment or readiness
Appeared across 7 inspections, with 10 recorded violations.
February 9, 2024June 3, 2024February 5, 2025June 11, 2025October 6, 2025January 15, 2026June 1, 2026Health or food records
Appeared across 6 inspections, with 8 recorded violations.
February 9, 2024October 4, 2024June 11, 2025October 6, 2025January 15, 2026June 1, 2026Background screening
Appeared across 5 inspections, with 9 recorded violations.
February 9, 2024October 4, 2024February 5, 2025June 11, 2025June 1, 2026Recordkeeping
Appeared across 5 inspections, with 7 recorded violations.
February 9, 2024June 3, 2024October 4, 2024February 5, 2025June 1, 2026Facility condition
Appeared across 5 inspections, with 14 recorded violations.
February 9, 2024June 11, 2025October 6, 2025January 15, 2026June 1, 2026Emergency preparedness
Appeared across 4 inspections, with 4 recorded violations.
February 9, 2024June 3, 2024October 4, 2024January 15, 2026Attendance accountability
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
February 9, 2024June 3, 2024February 5, 2025Hazardous access
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
February 9, 2024January 15, 2026February 23, 2026Administrative posting
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 4 recorded violations.
February 9, 2024January 15, 2026Supervision
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
October 4, 2024January 15, 2026Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
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]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist ceiling vents inside the cafeteria dusty and the half wall leading inside the kitchen dirty. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that the facility is cleaned regularly. Lastly, ensure vents and windows are dusted.
- Correction status
- Due by July 2, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-01
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- All rooms did not have sufficient lighting equivalent to 20 foot candles at three feet from the floor. CCF Handbook, Section 3.3.1, A Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the lighting throughout the facility was checked: Room 1 (capacity 10) measured between 29.3 to 61.4 candle foot. • Room 2 (capacity 11) measured between 29.8 to 52.6 candle foot. • Room 3 (capacity 9) measured between 11.88 to 95.6 candle foot. • Classrooms with capacity of 9 did not have appropriate candle foot. Technical assistance was provided that all areas of the facility must have lighting that provides adequate illumination and comfort for facility activities, a minimum of 20 foot-candles of lighting is required. Lighting must be sufficient to allow for adequate supervision and safe entering and exiting of the room.
- Correction status
- Due by July 2, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 14 - Lighting, Temperature, and Ventilation
- Official code
- 14-01
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documented proof that all child care personnel were trained and knowledgeable within 30 days of date of hire in [ the use of fire extinguishers]. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.3 and 4.2.5 Training [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental did not complete fire extinguisher training within 30 days of employment. Technical assistance was provide that all child care personnel who work in a facility that offers care to infants must have training regarding guidance on safe sleep practices, preventing shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma; recognition of signs and symptoms of shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma; strategies for coping with crying, fussing, or distraught child and the development and vulnerabilities of the brain in infancy in early childhood within 30 days of hire at the facility.
- Correction status
- Due by July 2, 2026
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 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.
- Correction status
- Due by July 2, 2026
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]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the facility did not have adequate number of Child Care Personnel with pediatric/infant/child cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) training. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that adequate number of Child Care Personnel had cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) training.
- Correction status
- Due by July 2, 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]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the facility did not have adequate 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 July 2, 2026
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 37 - First Aid Requirements
- Official code
- 37-02
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 Record Keeping [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the child listed on the supplemental had expired 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 July 2, 2026
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-02
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The Student Health Examination or equivalent health statement was not acceptable in that: [ It was not current (over two years old)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the child listed on the supplemental had an expired Student Health Examination on file. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all children have current Student Health Examination form on file.
- Correction status
- Due by July 2, 2026
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
- Official code
- 42-02
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- A Volunteer Acknowledgement (Form CF-FSP 5217) was not on file prior to volunteering. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, F Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of reinspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the Child Care Personnel/Volunteer listed on the supplemental did not have a current CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form signed on file. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that the Child Care Personnel must sign CF FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements annually. Licensing Specialist reviewed all Child Care Personnel/Designated Representative files, totaling 5. •
- Correction status
- Due by July 2, 2026
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-05
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- The facility failed to maintain a current Employee/Contractor Roster for all child care personnel in the Clearinghouse. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, K Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the Provider failed to update the facilitys clearinghouse roster. Technical assistance was provided to update (add/remove) Child Care Personnel to the Employee/Contractor Roster in the Clearinghouse within 5 days. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all Child Care Personnel signed updated Attestation of Good Moral Character (July 2024). •
- Correction status
- Due by July 2, 2026
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-09
No recorded violations in this report
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed Dawn dish detergent, hand soap, and hydrogen peroxide topical solution in the cabinet under the sink inside the infant classroom. The child lock was not secured and accessible to the children in care. Technical assistance was provided that all potentially harmful items, including cleaning supplies, flammable products, poisonous, toxic, and hazardous materials, must be labeled and used according to manufacturers recommendation. These items, as well as knives, sharp tools, and other potentially dangerous hazards, must be stored in a locked area or must always be inaccessible and out of a childs reach. This standard was br ... [truncated]
- 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: 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 reinspection, 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 March 25, 2026
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-13
Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
- Report finding
- A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [4] children is required. A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [14] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of inspection, ratio was as follows Infant 4-year-old 14:1 Child Care Personnel • At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed one Child Care Personnel with a mixed age group (infant 4-year-old) of 14 children. Licensing Specialist advised the Child Care Personnel of being out of ratio. Provider advised a Child Care Personnel just pulled up and was parking and the other was running late this morning. Technical assistance was provided to ensure to always abide by appropriate ratio. This standard was brought back into compliance when the Child Care Personnel arrive and Licensing Specialist was used to meet ratio. • Corrected ratio was as follows. Infant ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Ratio Sufficient
- Official code
- 03-01
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- Supervision of children in the [3-year-old - 4-year-old] group was inadequate in that [the Child Care Personnel exited the classroom leaving the children alone]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of reinspection, Licensing Specialist observed the Director exited the classroom multiple times to move children to another classroom leaving her classroom without any supervision. Technical assistance was provided to maintain appropriate supervision This standard was brought back into compliance when Director returned to classroom. •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
- Official code
- 04-01
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- Children were left in high chairs or other confining devices outside of feeding times. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4.4, B (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist four children sitting in highchair outside of feeding while the rest of the classroom were eating and/or watching television. Technical assistance was provided that children must not be left in high chairs or other types of feeding chairs other than during feeding times. This standard was brought back into compliance when removed the children from the highchair. •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
- Official code
- 04-09
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The facility used electronic media time with children younger than 2 years of age. CCF Handbook, Section 2.6, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of reinspection, Licensing Specialist observed a mixed classroom of infants 4-year-old watching Ms. Rachel on the 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 was brought back into compliance when the teacher turned off the television. •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 09 - Planned Activities
- Official code
- 09-06
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Areas of the facility were found to be in need of cleaning. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist ceiling vents inside the cafeteria dusty and the half wall leading inside the kitchen dirty. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that the facility is cleaned regularly. Lastly, ensure vents and windows are dusted.
- Correction status
- Due by February 14, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-01
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed Tre Clean Hospital Grade Disinfectant spray in the cabinet under the sink inside the classroom with a capacity of 11 accessible to the children in care. Technical assistance was provided that all potentially harmful items, including cleaning supplies, flammable products, poisonous, toxic, and hazardous materials, must be labeled and used according to manufacturers recommendation. These items, as well as knives, sharp tools, and other potentially dangerous hazards, must be stored in a locked area or must always be inaccessible and out of a childs reach.
- Correction status
- Due by February 14, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 13 - Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons
- Official code
- 13-03
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The facility did not have 35 square feet of usable floor space per child for the number of children observed in care. The facility had a capacity of [11] based on 35 square feet and [14] children were observed in care. CCF Handbook , Section 3.4.2, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed a mixed aged classroom (infant 4-year-old) with 14 children present but had a posted capacity of 11. It appears that the facility was using the classroom to receive all children being dropped off. The provider was awaiting additional Child Care Personnel to arrive to be able to move children to their perspective classroom with assigned Child Care Personnel. This standard was brought back into compliance when additional Child Care Personnel arrived, and the children were separated between classrooms. •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 15 - Licensed Capacity
- Official code
- 15-03
Higher concern: Sleep safety
- Report finding
- The facility did not have an adequate number of cribs, portable cribs or playpens with sides for the number of children up to one- year old in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.3 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed three playpens inside the infant classroom with 4 infants in care. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist walked through the infant classroom and observed the 4 children asleep in floor bouncers. The Child Care Personnel advised that the infant just fell asleep, and she was going to transition 3 into the playpen. When inquired about the fourth infant, the infant classroom Child Care Personnel advised the new infant was leaving soon and did not have a playpen available. Director was advised about not having a playpen available for the child in care and stated she will move a playpen from another classroom into the i ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 20 - Crib Requirements
- Official code
- 20-02
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, Licensing Specialist observed a fire extinguisher on the playground that was last serviced in July 2021. Technical assistance was provided that fire extinguishers with a minimum rating of 2A:10BC must be properly installed, serviced and maintained with current inspection tags at all times. Fire drills conducted on 11/12/25, 12/10/25, and 1/5/26. • Emergency Preparedness drill conducted on 11/11/25 (inclement weather). • Fire inspection conducted on 7/31//25. • Fire extinguisher serviced in August 2025. •
- Correction status
- Due by February 14, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-05
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, did not have substitutions noted]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, H (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the facilitys menu last posted for the week of January 5, 2026 January 9, 2026. Also, the lunch planned meal was for beef ground spaghetti, corn, peaches, and milk, but the meal was changed to cheese toast, baked been, and peaches. There was no substitutions noted on the menu. Technical assistance was provided that Meal and snack menus must be planned, written, dated, and posted at the beginning of each week in an easily seen place, accessible to the parents/guardians. Any menu substitutions must be noted on the menu.
- Correction status
- Due by February 14, 2026
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 26 - Meal and Snack Menus
- Official code
- 26-01
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- The hand washing sink was used for something other than hand washing in that [toys were stored inside the sink]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed several toys stored inside the sink used for handwashing for diapering. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that handwashing sinks is not used for food service preparation, dishwashing, or food clean up. This standard was brought back into compliance when the toys were removed from the sink. •
- 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
- Items unrelated to diaper changing were stored in the diaper changing area or placed on the diaper changing table/surface. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, G (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed items stored under the changing table. Also, there were other miscellaneous items unrelated to diapering stored under the changing table. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that only items related to diapering should be on the table changing table.
- Correction status
- Due by February 14, 2026
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
- Official code
- 30-07
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- Outdoor play equipment suitable to each childs age and development was inadequate for the number of children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12 A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed playground without an adequate amount of outdoor play equipment suitable for age group serviced at the child care facility. Technical assistance was provided that a child care facility must provide and maintain enough usable equipment suitable to each childs age and development and of a quantity for each to be involved in activities.
- Correction status
- Due by February 14, 2026
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-11
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 February 14, 2026
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-13
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The facility does not have documentation for all child care personnel on required annual refresher education of the facilitys exposure plan. CCF Handbook, Section 6 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of 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 February 14, 2026
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the facility did not have adequate number of Child Care Personnel with pediatric/infant/child cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) training. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that adequate number of Child Care Personnel had cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) training.
- Correction status
- Due by February 14, 2026
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 36 - CPR Requirements
- Official code
- 36-03
Higher concern: Medication
- Report finding
- A prescription or non-prescription medication, specifically [Zinc Oxide Protectant spray, Desitin, Aveeno lotion, Gripe water], was dispensed without written authorization from the custodial parent or legal guardian. CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, A and K (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed medication (Zinc Oxide Protectant spray, Desitin, Aveeno lotion, Gripe water) for the Child listed on the supplemental who did not have a parent authorization form on file. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that medication authorization must be on file.
- Correction status
- Due by February 14, 2026
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 40 - Medication
- Official code
- 40-01
Higher concern: Medication
- Report finding
- Medication which had expired or is no longer being administered was not discarded or returned to the custodial parent or legal guardian. CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, H (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed expired 12/2025 Touchless Care Zinc Oxide Protectant spray for a child in care. Technical assistance was provided that medication that has expired or that is no longer being dispensed must be returned to the custodial parent or legal guardian or discarded.
- Correction status
- Due by February 14, 2026
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 40 - Medication
- Official code
- 40-17
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Areas of the facility were found to be in need of cleaning. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, it was observed several areas of the facility was in need of cleaning, the blue area rug as you walk into the facility has high traffic spots, and dirt, the pink walker cushion in the infant classroom is stained, the play pen in the 2 year old classroom mattress has a stain from either being wet and not dried/cleaned appropriately, the vent in the hallway leading from the infant classroom has accumulated dust on the blades, and the kitchen has evidence of rodent's poop riddled in the corner. This is all in need of cleaning to resolve the noncompliance.
- Correction status
- Due by November 5, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-01
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, it was observed that the bathroom in the back by the kitchen, the light switch does not operate the light fixture. There is no direct sunlight that enters the bathroom, however there is a window. In the event that it is not a sunny day, it may be hard for children to see in the classroom. The facility was advised to ensure that light switch is working to maintain compliance of this standard.
- Correction status
- Due by November 5, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- There was evidence or the presence of rodent or vermin observed in the facility. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the inspection, it was observed in the kitchen next to the refrigerator, the corner was riddled with rat poop and a sticky trap with cheese to attract the rodents. The provider was asked how long this has been occuring, she stated that as of last Wednesday she thought she heard them in the ceilings, and last Friday on 10/3/25 she put the trap down. She was advised that she would need to get an exterminator and proof of service (receipt) to get back into compliance.
- Correction status
- Due by November 5, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-09
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- All rooms did not have sufficient lighting equivalent to 20 foot candles at three feet from the floor. CCF Handbook, Section 3.3.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the foot candles of the infant classroom, where the highchairs and gross and motor rug is located read 15.00. The provider was advised to replace the bulbs with higher watts to illuminate brighter and resolve the noncompliance.
- Correction status
- Due by November 5, 2025
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- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 14 - Lighting, Temperature, and Ventilation
- Official code
- 14-01
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- The floor mats available for children in care were not covered with an impermeable surface. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, sleep mats stored in the cubbies near the eating area was not impermeable, there were tears fully exposing the cushion on at least 1 and rips on several. The provider was advised to ensure all sleeping mats had impermeable surfaces to maintain compliance of this standard.
- Correction status
- Due by November 5, 2025
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- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 18 - Bedding and Linens
- Official code
- 18-06
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
- During the inspection it was observed in the infant classroom two tears in the diapering changing table's mat. The provider was advised to replace or remove the mat to resolve the noncompliance.
- Correction status
- Due by November 5, 2025
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
- Official code
- 30-06
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 the renewal inspection; documents obtained for an employee that started in the industry on 6/17/2024 did not complete their 40 hours within a 15 month period. The provider was advised to ensure this staff completes their hours to maintain compliance of this standard.
- Correction status
- Due by November 5, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-01
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facility's first aid kit was missing the following items: [ Soap and hand sanitizer, Tweezers, Scissors]. CCF Handbook, Section 6.2, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the first aid kit was not complete. It was missing soap and hand sanitizer, tweezers, and scissors. The provider was advised to complete the kit with these items to maintain compliance.
- Correction status
- Due by November 5, 2025
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 37 - First Aid Requirements
- Official code
- 37-06
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, 2 children had expired immunization forms. The provider was advised to ensure that all children enrolled has an immunization form that is current or an exemption to maintain compliance of this standard.
- Correction status
- Due by November 5, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-02
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- The floor mats available for children were not at least one inch thick. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed that a child was sleeping on a sleep mat that was the thickness of a very thin blanket. TA was provided that the mats must be at least 1 inch in thickness for all children and the provider or parent will need to get a proper mat by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by July 11, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 18 - Bedding and Linens
- Official code
- 18-05
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Bottles and/or sippy cups brought from home were not labeled with childs first and last name. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.5, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the bottles and sippy cups in the infant and 1-year olds classroom were only labeled with the child's first name. TA was provided that all sippy cups, bottles and water bottles all must be labeled with the child's first and last name. The staff labeled all bottles and sippy cups during the inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 28 - Bottles, Breastmilk, Formula and Infant Food
- Official code
- 28-02
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- Toys, equipment and/or furnishings were not safe in that [the white shelf unit was wobbly and not safe.]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.11 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the white bookcase in the 1-year-old classroom was wobbly and could be pushed over or fall over and hurt a child. TA was provided to tighten and stabilize or remove the small bookcase.
- Correction status
- Due by July 11, 2025
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- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 31 - Indoor Equipment
- Official code
- 31-03
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed the physical environment form has not been completed since January 3, 2025, which was the last monthly inspection conducted. TA was provided that the provider is required to complete an inspection monthly and document on the physical environmental form. The provider will need to complete a monthly inspection by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by July 11, 2025
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- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-04
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- Background screening was not completed: [ after a 90-day break in service.] CCF Handbook, Section 5.2 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- The staff that is listed in the supplemental started on 6/9/25 and her screening was dated 6/13/24. The staff had more than a 90-day break in service and will need to have a re-submit conducted in the Clearing House.
- Correction status
- Due by June 21, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-07
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the provider had wooden poles, open plastic bags of mulch and a cement bag in playground. TA: The provider will need to remove the wooden poles, open plastic bags of mulch and the cement bag from the playground before the due date on the inspection.
- Correction status
- Due by March 7, 2025
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- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-01
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documented proof that all child care personnel were trained and knowledgeable within 30 days of date of hire in [ the use of fire extinguishers]. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.3 and 4.2.5 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Training [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, there was one staff member that didn't have a fire extinguisher training within 30 days of hire. TA: The staff will need fire extinguisher training before due date on the inspection.
- Correction status
- Due by March 7, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-09
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- Personnel records or copies of records were not being maintained at the facility and available for review by the licensing authority. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the provider hired a person to cook for the day and they had no file at the facility. TA: The provider will need copies of the person's personal records at the facility before the due date on the inspection.
- Correction status
- Due by March 7, 2025
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- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-01
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The personnel/ volunteer (ten hours or more per month) record did not include a CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form signed annually. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, there were one staff that were missing an updated Child Abuse and Neglect form. The Child Abuse and Neglect form was last updated 10/16/23. Also, a volunteer was missing a child abuse and neglect form in their file. The staff member and volunteer signed a current Child Abuse and Neglect form therefore it was completed at the time of the inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-04
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- A Volunteer Acknowledgement (Form CF-FSP 5217) was not on file prior to volunteering. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, F (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, a 13 year old child was on site helping care for the children at the facility such as serving food, in the 2-5 year old classroom and infant room. The provider stated they were volunteering for the day since they were suspended from school. When the child was approached by the counselor, the child stated they wanted to help out at the center today and they were not suspended from school. The child's mother was cooking in the kitchen, and the mother stated the child had a doctor's appointment in the afternoon, so the mother wanted the child at the facility. The 13-year-old child did not have a Volunteer Acknowledgement on file. TA: The child will ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by March 7, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-05
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]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, there was a person hired to cook for the day. The provider screened the person however the background screening stated "Agency review required" under childcare. The provider called the Clearinghouse to inquire about the person's background screening. The background screening was updated by the Clearinghouse and the person's background screening states 'Eligible' to work in childcare. Therefore, it was completed at the time of the inspection.
- 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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, there was one staff member that did not have their five year work history verified. TA: The provider will need to verify the staff five year work history before the due date on the inspection.
- Correction status
- Due by March 7, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-04
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- The attendance roster did not accompany the group of children in that [the one-year-old room and two-five-year-old room did not have the children signed on the 2/5/25 on the attendance roster. ].CCF Handbook, Section 7.5, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the one-year-old room and two-five-year-old room did not have the children signed on the 2/5/25 on the attendance roster. The children were signed in both rooms on the attendance roster. Therefore, it was completed at the time of the inspection. ENFORCEMENT
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 46 - Daily Attendance
- Official code
- 46-07
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- The facility did not have a current and approved annual fire safety inspection by the local fire authority. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, A (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the facility failed to have the annual fire inspection completed on or before last year's date. The current year was completed on 8/12/24 and the prior year was completed on 6/4/23. Technical assistance was given to the provider as a reminder that an approved fire inspection must be completed on or before the prior year's date. The last fire drill was conducted on 9/6/24 and emergency preparedness drills were conducted on 9/2/24 (lockdown) and 8/8/24 (weather). The fire extinguisher(s) were last tagged in August 2024. Technical assistance was given to the provider to ensure the full dates including the year is written on the log. Also, the provi ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-02
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3)
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed all staff files and determined that the staff listed on the supplemental started DCF training after 90 days of employment in the industry. Technical assistance was given to the provider as a reminder that staff have 90 days to begin a course in Part 1 or Part 2 upon beginning working in the industry.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-03
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Child care personnel, including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the required in-service training during the states fiscal year beginning July 1 and ending June 30. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.7 (Section 3.3, Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Training [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed all staff files and observed the staff listed on the supplemental only had 9 hours in-service training documented for the fiscal year 2023 - 2024. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff complete additional in-service training prior to the due date and log on the in-service form. Lastly, technical assistance was given to the provider that these hours cannot be used towards this years' in-service hours.
- Correction status
- Due by November 3, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-07
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Training [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed all staff files and determined that the staff listed on the supplemental did not have documentation of completing fire extinguisher training and had been employed more than 30 days. Technical assistance was given to the provider to train the staff and document prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by November 3, 2024
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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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
- 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 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 November 3, 2024
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- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 35 - Communicable Disease Control
- Official code
- 35-12
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist 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 October 14, 2024
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 37 - First Aid Requirements
- Official code
- 37-02
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The facility failed to maintain written documentation for the number of hours a volunteer worked. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, F (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed all staff files and determined that the staff listed on the supplemental did not have documentation of volunteer hours available for review and was onsite during the inspection. Technical assistance was given to the provider as a reminder that volunteers must have their hours documented daily/monthly and a copy available for review by licensing.
- Correction status
- Due by November 3, 2024
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- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-06
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) 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 was missing a 5131 form in their file. Technical assistance was given to the provider to complete prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by November 3, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-01
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]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist 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: 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 employme ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by November 3, 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 (Section 10.7, number 1) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the provider has a metal grate covering a hole that had been filled with rocks that is rusty with some sharp edges. TA was provided to cover this grate or paint and repair the grate to make it safe for children.
- Correction status
- Due by July 3, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-01
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- During the facilitys licensure year, fire drills utilizing the approved alarm system were not conducted monthly at various dates and times when children were in care [for the month of May.]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.4, A (Section 14.3, number 2), (Section 14.3, number 1) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the provider had not done a fire drill for the month of May. The Licensing Specialist was going to conduct a fire drill with the provider, but she was not able to use the fire approved alarm system. TA was provided to have this fixed before the re- inspection; the fire approved system must be used for all fire drills.
- Correction status
- Due by June 13, 2024
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- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-06
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 majority of children did not have the form completed in the month of April.]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.3, C.5.
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, there were only a few children that had the form completed in the month of April. The majority of the children had their forms completed in the month of March or they were not completed. TA was provided that the Distracted Driver is required to be signed by parent's in the month of April and September annually. At the time of the inspection, the provider stated they have 17 children enrolled and all children's files were reviewed.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 43 - Enrollment Information
- Official code
- 43-10
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- There were no daily attendance records or they were unavailable for review by the licensing authority. CCF Handbook, Section 7, B.4 (Section 19.3, number 1) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, both classrooms did not have a daily classroom roster. TA was provided that all classrooms have to have a daily classroom attendance roster. The staff completed the classroom roster during the inspection. ENFORCEMENT
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 46 - Daily Attendance
- Official code
- 46-01
No recorded violations in this report
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
- Inspector notes
- The provider stated that the staff listed in the supplemental still has not completed the DCF 40 hours but is scheduled to take the test on 4/28/24.
- Correction status
- Due by May 17, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-05
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
- Report comments
- At the time of the re-inspection the staff still had not completed the required DCF 40 training. The staff's name is listed in the supplemental.
- Correction status
- Due by April 14, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-05
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The facility failed to include their license number when advertising. s.402.318, F.S.
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the license number had not been added to the front of the facility on the front window or door where the facility name is listed. TA was provided that the license number must be added. At the time of the inspection, the license was displayed in the entry of the facility.
- Correction status
- Due by March 8, 2024
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- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 01 - License Displayed/Citation Posted/Advertising
- Official code
- 01-03
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 10, number 1) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, there are several water-stained ceiling tiles in the back room by the kitchen and a water-stained ceiling tile in the infant room. TA was provided that the leak needs repair and the ceiling tiles must be replaced. The concrete slab/step to the back door is finished very sharp to where the children could cut fingers. TA was provided to have the concrete smoothed out or a Boarder put around the concrete to cover the rough edges.
- Correction status
- Due by March 8, 2024
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- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- The facilitys fencing walls or gate area had gaps that could allow children to exit the outdoor play area. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, F (Section 10.8, number 2) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the gate on the playground had over a 6" gap at the bottom, also the gate that surround the air conditioning unit has a gap of 4 1/2 inches. There are many boards that have holes at the bottom and there is one area that is broken and sharp and could cut a child. TA was provided to lower both the gates and there can be no more than a 3 1/2 " gap and to repair or replace the wood at the areas that have holes and are broken around the entire playground.
- Correction status
- Due by February 19, 2024
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- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-06
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- The facility's emergency evacuation plan did not include a diagram of safe routes and was not posted in each room. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.5, E (Section 14.2, number 14) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the classrooms did not have the evacuation charts posted. The provider posted them during the inspection. Fire drill had been conducted on a monthly basis and the last fire dill was conducted on 1/17/24.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-10
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Bottles and/or sippy cups brought from home were not labeled with childs first and last name. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.5, B (Section 17.6, number 5) Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the bottles in the infant room had the child's first name. TA was provided that all sippy cups and bottles must be labeled with the first and last names. The provider added the last names during the inspection.
- 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
- Diapering occurred in a room that did not have a hand washing station or did not have a hand washing station in an adjoining area. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, A (Section 12.3, number 1) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the 1- & 2-year-olds were in a classroom with no handwashing sink. TA was provided there must be a handwashing sink in the room where diapers are changed. Provider needs to add a sink to the classroom or switch classrooms with the 3- & 4-year-old classroom where there is a sink.
- Correction status
- Due by March 8, 2024
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
- Official code
- 30-01
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 provider has been open since 10/23 and has not completed a monthly physical environment check. TA was given to the provider that a check is required monthly and must be documented on the form. The provider has the correct form.
- Correction status
- Due by March 8, 2024
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-04
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- A resilient surface was not provided beneath and within the fall/use zone for [the climbing play equipement that has been added to the playground.]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D (Section 11.2, number 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the provider has added a climbing dome that has no mulch. TA was provided that this play equipment must have 6" in depth of resilient surface 6 ft out and around.
- Correction status
- Due by February 19, 2024
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-06
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
- Report comments
- The staff listed in the supplemental started in the industry of 12/14/14 and left the industry 1/15/19. She returned to the industry 1/29/24 and had not completed the required DCF 40-hour training. The staff should have completed the training by 12/14/15. TA was provided that the staff should have completed the training before hire.
- Correction status
- Due by March 8, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-05
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
- Report comments
- The staff listed in the supplemental did not complete the required 5-hour literacy in the first 12 months of industry.
- Correction status
- Due by March 8, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-06
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facilitys posted emergency information did not include the following: [ directions to the facility; including major intersections and local landmarks]. CCF Handbook, Section 6.3, A (Section 15, number 1) Health Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- The provider had the emergency numbers posted near the phone but did not have the directions to the facility posted. TA was provided that the directions to the facility are required to be posted.
- Correction status
- Due by March 8, 2024
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 38 - Emergency Telephone Numbers
- Official code
- 38-01
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- Child care personnel did not have an employment application on file. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, A (Section 19.4, number 1) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the staff did not have an application in her file. TA was provided that the application is required before starting to work at the facility.
- Correction status
- Due by March 8, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-02
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 19.5, number 1) Record Keeping [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the inspection, the staff listed in the supplemental had a Clearance letter in her file showing she was screened and eligible for Aging Network Services. The Clearing House Portal was checked then, and the staff actually had childcare eligibility dated 10/13/21. This staff should have had a re-submit conducted before hire. TA was provided that the provider must do a re-submit. The retention date of the fingerprints is 1/13/28.
- Correction status
- Due by February 19, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-02
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, the employee roster in the Clearing House needs to have a staff added and the name is listed in the supplemental. TA was provided that the provider has 5 days to add or delete a staff.
- Correction status
- Due by March 8, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-09
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- A five year employment history verification was not completed and on file prior to hire for the operator, program personnel, volunteers and substitutes. (Section 19.5, number 2) Record Keeping [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- The staff listed in the supplemental did not have the employment history verified by the provider. TA: You need to make at a minimum of 3 attempts on previous employers. Documentation must include the applicants job title and description of his/her regular duties, confirmation of employment dates, and level of job performance. 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. ent history verified by the provider.
- Correction status
- Due by March 8, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-13
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- The attendance roster did not accompany the group of children in that [the classrooms did not have attendance rosters.].CCF Handbook, Section 7.5, A
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the provider had the children signed in and out on the daily attendance but did not have a daily classroom roster with the emergency contacted of each child. TA was provided that each classroom must have a daily classroom attendance roster and this roster is to be taken with the staff whenever they leave the classroom. ENFORCEMENT
- Correction status
- Due by March 8, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 46 - Daily Attendance
- Official code
- 46-07
No recorded violations in this report
Questions to ask
Suggested questions for parents based on recorded violations in inspection reports. If there are not enough source-backed violations, you will see general questions for daycare.
Finding-specific
Can you explain the current process for ensuring all staff members are correctly listed and updated in the state's background screening clearinghouse?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records show that the facility has had difficulty maintaining a current employee roster in the clearinghouse during recent inspections, including a finding in June 2026.
- Context
- The most recent inspection report from June 2026 indicates this was a noted area for improvement.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What measures are in place to ensure that all cleaning supplies and potentially hazardous materials are kept inaccessible to children at all times?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from February 2026 identified instances where cleaning supplies were accessible to children in care.
- Context
- This was noted as corrected at the time of the February 2026 inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How does the center ensure that staff remain focused on active supervision, especially during transitions or when moving children between areas?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- The available inspection records show that there have been concerns regarding adequate supervision of children during classroom transitions.
- Context
- This was noted as corrected at the time of the January 2026 inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is the center's current procedure for verifying the employment history of new staff members before they begin working with children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records show a pattern of findings related to background screening and personnel file documentation, including employment history verifications, over the past three years.
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Finding-specific
How do you manage daily attendance tracking to ensure that every child is accounted for in their assigned classroom throughout the day?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection reports indicate that attendance rosters have not always been properly maintained or available for review in the classrooms during recent visits.
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