Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 3.58
- Local median
- 1.99
Jennings Kids Academy LLC
2025 21st St NW, Winter Haven, FL 33881
- License:
- C10PO0444
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 12, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, VPK, After School, Before School, Drop In, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care, Transportation, Weekend Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 5:00AM to 8:00PM; Sat: 5:00AM to 6:00PM; Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 69
- License expiration:
- February 27, 2027
Typical cost: $1,127 - $1,157 (Under 1)
Child’s age
$1,127 - $1,157/mo
Median daily rate: $52.00 - $53.40
Official Florida Division of Early Learning Polk County data.
Not this provider’s price.
Inspection snapshot
Recent higher-concern violation
At least one higher-concern violation appears in the last 12 months.
Next: Read reports, examine repeated topics below, look at the broader history, and ask what changed afterward.
Latest inspectionApril 13, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsApril 13, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 24 available inspections for Jennings Kids Academy LLC from February 19, 2024 through April 13, 2026.
16 inspections recorded violations, with 86 recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on March 24, 2026 and involved background screening, with a due date of April 23, 2026.
That higher-concern topic showed up in nine inspections.
A later inspection showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether it was a formal follow-up.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 24
- Recorded violations
- 86
- Higher-concern violations
- 26
- Repeated topics
- 12
6 in last 12 months
14 in last 12 months
5 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
24 total inspections vs 19 local median in 33881
Compared to 22 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 50%
- Local median
- 30%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 67%
- Local median
- 53%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 12
- Local average
- 4.45
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Background screening
Appeared across 9 inspections, with 11 recorded violations.
June 6, 2024October 17, 2024January 29, 2025March 4, 2025May 16, 2025June 16, 2025September 24, 2025February 12, 2026March 24, 2026Health or food records
Appeared across 8 inspections, with 17 recorded violations.
June 6, 2024October 17, 2024January 29, 2025May 16, 2025June 16, 2025September 24, 2025February 12, 2026Facility condition
Appeared across 8 inspections, with 13 recorded violations.
July 12, 2024October 17, 2024November 22, 2024January 29, 2025March 4, 2025May 16, 2025June 16, 2025September 24, 2025Attendance accountability
Appeared across 5 inspections, with 6 recorded violations.
June 6, 2024July 12, 2024October 17, 2024November 22, 2024September 24, 2025Recordkeeping
Appeared across 5 inspections, with 8 recorded violations.
June 6, 2024October 17, 2024May 16, 2025June 16, 2025September 24, 2025Staff training
Appeared across 5 inspections, with 5 recorded violations.
June 6, 2024October 17, 2024November 22, 2024January 29, 2025May 16, 2025Administrative posting
Appeared across 4 inspections, with 4 recorded violations.
January 29, 2025May 16, 2025September 24, 2025February 12, 2026Equipment or readiness
Appeared across 4 inspections, with 6 recorded violations.
June 6, 2024January 29, 2025March 4, 2025May 16, 2025Emergency preparedness
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 5 recorded violations.
January 29, 2025March 4, 2025February 12, 2026Transportation
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
October 17, 2024December 2, 2024May 16, 2025Hazardous access
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
January 29, 2025September 24, 2025Staff-to-child ratio
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
December 2, 2024January 29, 2025Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
No recorded violations in this report
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.]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1, D, E, and F Record Keeping [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- On March 12, 2026, the provider texted the Licensing specialist to advise that staff 1 listed on the supplemental no longer works at the facility as of 3/11/2026.The provider also stated that she was unable to initiate the Child Abuse and Neglect registry search for the child care personnel listed on the supplemental due to information perceived. However, the specialist researched and directed the provider to the states website that advises information on how to submit a request for the initiated search. The specialist advised the provider to follow the states process for initiating a Child Abuse and Neglect registry search for staff 2, who lived in the state of V.I. within t ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 23, 2026
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-11
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 inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the children in the infant classroom watching an educational video with lullabys on a tablet that was propped up with the screen facing the children on the half wall. The specialist advised the staff that children under the age of two can not have any media offered but they can listen to the audio. The provider immediately placed the tablet screen facing down at time of inspection eliminating the media at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that children in care under the age two are not offered media.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 09 - Planned Activities
- Official code
- 09-06
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]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the provider failed to complete an annual fire inspection. The previous fire inspection was completed on 1/13/2025. The current fire inspection was completed on 1/27/2026. The facility has a current fire inspection but, it is late. TA was provided to ensure that the provider completes an annual fire inspection and places documentation on file for Licensing to review. Atthetimeoftheinspection,Licensingcounselorobservedtheproviderslastfiredrillwasconductedon______1/22/2026_______.The provider conductedalockdowndrillon______5/2/2025_______andaweatherdrillconductedon____11/3/2025_____.Thefireextinguisherswerelasttagge d ... [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: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Child(ren) did not have a Florida Certification of Immunization (DH Form 680) or a Religious Exemption from Immunization (DH Form 681), on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the child listed on the supplemental has no Immunization record. The child is 4 years old but attends a Polk country school and is enrolled at the facility for before/after care. The specialist advised the provider that although the child is transported from an elementary school they are still not an enrolled child Kindergarten and up and require a current Immunization record on file. TA was provided to ensure that the child has an Immunization record on file by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by March 13, 2026
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Child(ren) did not have a Student Health Examination/DH (Form 3040), or an equivalent health statement on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the children listed on the supplemental have no medical physical. Child 1 is 4 years old but attends a Polk country school and is enrolled at the facility for before/after care. The specialist advised the provider that although the child is transported from an elementary school they are still not an enrolled child Kindergarten and up and require a current Immunization record on file. This child has been enrolled at the facility since 11/10/2025. Child 2 started at the facility on 10/13/2025. TA was provided to ensure that the children have a current medical physical on file by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by March 13, 2026
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
- Official code
- 42-01
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.]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1, D, E, and F (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist determined the provider failed to initiate searches for Child Abuse and Neglect Registry for the child care personnel listed on the supplemental. Both staff lived out of state within the past 5 years. Staff 1 lived in CT. Staff 2 lived in VI. The provider did complete the out of state sexual offender search for both staff and documentation was on file for Licensing specialist to review. TA was provided to ensure that the provider initiates the out of state search for personnel by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by March 13, 2026
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-11
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Areas of the facility were found to be in need of cleaning. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed several vents throughout the facility with a thick coat of dust. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that the ceiling vents are cleaning regularly.
- Correction status
- Due by October 24, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-01
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- A safety deficiency having a low potential for harm to the children in care was observed. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed two spray bottles of chemicals stored on a floating shelf over an infant crib inside the infant classroom. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that no toxic chemical or hazardous materials are stored over infants cribs.
- Correction status
- Due by October 24, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-06
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The facility's menu was not [ was not posted at the beginning of each week in an easily seen place]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, H Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed menu posted near the front door of the facility was dated for August 26 through August 30. Technical assistance was provided to post menu at the beginning of the week in a conspicuous location easily seen by parents.
- Correction status
- Due by October 24, 2025
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 26 - Meal and Snack Menus
- Official code
- 26-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The facility does not have documentation for all child care personnel on required annual refresher education of the facilitys exposure plan. CCF Handbook, Section 6 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 October 24, 2025
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 35 - Communicable Disease Control
- Official code
- 35-12
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- Personnel records or copies of records were not being maintained at the facility and available for review by the licensing authority. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental did not have a file onsite. It appeared that the Child Care Personnel was employed at a sister facility and the Child Care Personnel files at that location. Technical assistance was provided that records or copies of records were not being maintained at the facility and available for review by the licensing authority. This standard was brought back into compliance when the was completed. • Licensing Specialist reviewed all Child Care Personnel files, totaling 19. •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- 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 Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental did not have a 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.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-04
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- The facility failed to maintain a current Employee/Contractor Roster for all child care personnel in the Clearinghouse. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, K 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. This standard was brought back into compliance when Provider updated the Clearinghouse roster. •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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 [it was not current].CCF Handbook, Section 7.5, A Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed classrooms (VPK) without a current roster. The attendance roster for the children was not current and did not represent the number of children inside the classroom. The children were moved into on classroom as the numbers when down but was not accounted for. 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 Provider completed the ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 46 - Daily Attendance
- Official code
- 46-07
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Bedding and/or linens were not stored in a sanitary manner. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1, G & H Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of reinspection, Licensing Specialist observed several blankets in several classroom stored with other childrens blankets, not stored in a sanitary manner. Technical assistance was provided that bedding and linens, when not in use, must be stored in a sanitary manner which prevents the spread of germs or lice from other linens.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 18 - Bedding and Linens
- Official code
- 18-12
Higher concern: Sleep safety
- Report finding
- Child/ren were placed in a crib, playpen, play yard or other sleeping and napping bedding with items that could pose a strangulation or suffocation risk. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.4, A Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of reinspection, Licensing Specialist observed two infant asleep inside the crib strings attached to pacifier attached to their clothing. This poses a potential strangulation risk for the child. Technical assistance was provided that all personnel that care for infants must follow safe sleep practices and infant napping shall not have items that could pose a strangulation risk. This standard was brought back in compliance when the Provider was removed the pacifier from child. •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 20 - Crib Requirements
- Official code
- 20-06
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The facility does not have documentation for all child care personnel on required annual refresher education of the facilitys exposure plan. CCF Handbook, Section 6 Health Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of reinspection, 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 16, 2025
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 35 - Communicable Disease Control
- Official code
- 35-12
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 reinspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the Child Care Personnel 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.
- Correction status
- Due by July 16, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-04
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 Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of reinspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the facility did not have any documentation of the volunteer listed on the supplemental hours worked at the facility. Technical assistance was provided that written documentation of volunteer hours must be maintained at the facility for a minimum of 12 months and available for review by the licensing authority.
- Correction status
- Due by July 16, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-06
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- The facility failed to maintain a current Employee/Contractor Roster for all child care personnel in the Clearinghouse. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, K Record Keeping [SR]
- 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 10 days. This standard was brought back into compliance when provider updated Clearinghouse roster. •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-09
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Open packages of perishable or leftover foods were not [ properly covered or sealed, labeled with date]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, D Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of reinspection, Licensing Specialist observed leftover cut up watermelon inside the refrigerated uncovered and open to the elements. Technical assistance was provided that opened packages of perishable or leftover food items must be properly covered or sealed in containers or bags, labeled with the date, and properly stored and discarded within seven calendar days.
- Correction status
- Due by July 16, 2025
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-21
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The facility's transportation log did not include [signature for second sweep]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.2 General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the transportation log for 5/15/25, the second sweep signature was missing. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that the transportation logs are completed in its entirety.
- Correction status
- Due by June 15, 2025
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 05 - Transportation
- Official code
- 05-04
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 General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed a mixed classroom of infants 2-year-old watching Mrs. Rachel on the tablet. 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 Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed several vents throughout the facility with a thick coat of dust. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that the ceiling vents are cleaning regularly.
- Correction status
- Due by June 15, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-01
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Bedding and/or linens were not stored in a sanitary manner. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1, G & H Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed several blankets in several classroom stored with other childrens blankets, not stored in a sanitary manner. Technical assistance was provided that bedding and linens, when not in use, must be stored in a sanitary manner which prevents the spread of germs or lice from other linens.
- Correction status
- Due by June 15, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 18 - Bedding and Linens
- Official code
- 18-12
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The food preparation area does not have a hand washing station or the hand washing station did not include the following: [water did not meet a minimum of 100 degrees Fahrenheit]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.1, A.7. Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the handwashing station in the kitchen area water did not meet a minimum of 100 degrees Fahrenheit. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that handwashing station with hot running water, a minimum of 100 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Correction status
- Due by June 15, 2025
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-09
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Child care personnel working in the food preparation area did not wear proper head covering. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.1, B Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the Cooking inside the kitchen preparing food without a proper head covering. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that while working in the food preparation area, Cooks must wear proper head covering, such as a hair net or hats. This standard was brought back into compliance when the Cook put on a hair net. •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-13
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Open packages of perishable or leftover foods were not [ properly covered or sealed, properly stored]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, D Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed several leftover food items inside the refrigerated wrapped in aluminum foil. The aluminum foil was torn and open to the elements. Technical assistance was provided that opened packages of perishable or leftover food items must be properly covered or sealed in containers or bags, labeled with the date, and properly stored and discarded within seven calendar days.
- Correction status
- Due by June 15, 2025
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-21
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Items unrelated to diaper changing were stored in the diaper changing area or placed on the diaper changing table/surface. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, G Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed a toy on the changing table in the 1-year-old classroom. Also, in the classroom with a capacity of 6 had misc item stored under the diaper 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 June 15, 2025
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
- Official code
- 30-07
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documentation to show child care personnel had begun the introductory training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.1
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental did not begin introductory training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that Child Care Personnel start introductory training.
- Correction status
- Due by June 15, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-03
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 June 15, 2025
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 35 - Communicable Disease Control
- Official code
- 35-12
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facility's first aid kit was missing the following items: [ A current resource guide on first aid and CPR procedures]. CCF Handbook, Section 6.2, C Health Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of reinspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the facilitys transportation vans were equipped with First Aid kit, however, was missing a current resource guide on first aid and CPR procedures. It should be noted that the van was used this morning. Technical assistance was provided that to ensure that first aid kits are present during transportation and meet the minimum standards.
- Correction status
- Due by June 15, 2025
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 37 - First Aid Requirements
- Official code
- 37-06
Medium concern: Incident records
- Report finding
- Child care personnel failed to document an accident or incident on the day that it occurred. CCF Handbook, Section 6.4, A Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed several incident/accident reports that did not have parents signatures. Technical assistance was provided all accidents and incidents or unusual occurrences that are threatening to the health, safety, or welfare of a child that occur while the child is in care must be documented on the same day they occur. Also, this documentation must be shared with the custodial parent or legal guardian on the date of occurrence.
- Correction status
- Due by June 15, 2025
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 39 - Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation
- Official code
- 39-03
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 forms on file. Technical assistance was given to the provider to obtain a current form from the parent/guardian prior to the due date. Additional technical assistance was given regarding FL shots. The provider was given the link to their website and how to register to view FL shot records. The link given was: www.flshotsusers.com and the provider was reminded to go to the bottom of page under schools & licensed child care providers to register.
- Correction status
- Due by June 15, 2025
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 supplement had expired Student Health Examination or equivalent health statement on file. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all children have current physical on file.
- Correction status
- Due by June 15, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
- Official code
- 42-02
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The personnel/ volunteer (ten hours or more per month) record did not include a CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form signed annually. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, C Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the Child Care Personnel listed on 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 files, totaling 16. •
- Correction status
- Due by June 15, 2025
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- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-04
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 Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the facility did not have any documentation of the volunteer listed on the supplemental hours worked at the facility. Technical assistance was provided that written documentation of volunteer hours must be maintained at the facility for a minimum of 12 months and available for review by the licensing authority.
- Correction status
- Due by June 15, 2025
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- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-06
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- The facility failed to maintain a current Employee/Contractor Roster for all child care personnel in the Clearinghouse. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, K Record Keeping [SR]
- 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 10 days.
- Correction status
- Due by June 15, 2025
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- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-09
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- A safety deficiency having a low potential for harm to the children in care was observed. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of reinspection, Licensing Specialist observed the transportation vans with fire extinguishers on the floorboard that were not mounted. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that the fire extinguishers with a minimum rating of 2A:10BC are properly installed.
- Correction status
- Due by April 3, 2025
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- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-06
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- The toileting facility did not have: [ paper towels or hand drying machines] , and within the reach of children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.7, H Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of reinspection, Licensing Specialist observed the bathroom single bathroom near the directors office without paper towels. Technical assistance was provided that running water, soap, trash receptacles, toilet paper, and disposable towels or hand drying machines that are properly installed and maintained must be available and within reach of children using the bathroom.
- Correction status
- Due by April 3, 2025
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- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 21 - Restrooms and Bath Facilities
- Official code
- 21-14
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- The facility did not have a fire extinguisher with a minimum rating of 2A10BC within 75 feet of rooms occupied by children or in vehicles used to transport children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, C Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of reinspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the facilitys transportation vans were not equipped with fire extinguisher with a minimum rating of 2A:10BC inside. It should be noted that the van was used this morning and Licensing Specialist observed the Driver and Child Care Personnel preforming vehicle sweep. Technical assistance was provided that fire extinguisher with a minimum rating of 2A:10BC must be present in vehicles used to transport children.
- Correction status
- Due by April 3, 2025
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- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-04
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 reinspection, Licensing Specialist observed the facilitys transportation vans were equipped with fire extinguisher with a service tag. 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.
- Correction status
- Due by April 3, 2025
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- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-05
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facility's first aid kit was missing the following items: [ Soap and hand sanitizer, Digital thermometer, Bottled water, A current resource guide on first aid and CPR procedures]. CCF Handbook, Section 6.2, C Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of reinspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the facilitys transportation vans were equipped with First Aid kit, however, was missing several items such as soap and hand sanitizer, digital thermometer, pre-moistened wipes, bottled water, and a current resource guide on first aid and CPR procedures. It should be noted that the van was used this morning and Licensing Specialist observed the Driver and Child Care Personnel preforming vehicle sweep. Technical assistance was provided that to ensure that first aid kits are present during transportation and meet the minimum standards.
- Correction status
- Due by April 3, 2025
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- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 37 - First Aid Requirements
- Official code
- 37-06
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- An employment history verification was not documented and on file. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, D Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of reinspection, Licensing Specialist determined the staff listed on the supplemental had an incomplete 5-year work history in their file. Technical assistance was given to the provider to complete prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by April 3, 2025
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- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-04
Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
- Report finding
- A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [20] children is required. A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [21] 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, Licensing Specialist determined that the mixed age classroom (3-year-old VPK) with more 4-year-old had 21 Children with 1 Child Care Personnel. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that capacity is always followed. At the of inspection, ratio was as follow 1-year-old 5:1 Child Care Personnel • 2-year-old 9:1 Child Care Personnel • 3-year-old VPK 21:1 Child Care Personnel • Additional Child Care Personnel • Kitchen worker • Corrected ratio.. 1-year-old 5:1 Child Care Personnel • 2-year-old 9:1 Child Care Personnel • 3-year-old 8:1 Child Care Personnel • VPK 13:1 Child Care Personnel • Additional Child Care Personnel • Kitchen worker •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Ratio Sufficient
- Official code
- 03-01
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- A potentially harmful item, [soap and water], was not labeled as required. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed a spray bottle in the classroom with capacity of 20 without a label. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all spray bottles are labeled. This standard was brought back into compliance when provider labeled the spray bottle. •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 13 - Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons
- Official code
- 13-01
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 [20] based on 35 square feet and [21] 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 21 children (3-year-old VPK) inside a classroom with a posted capacity of 21. Technical assistance was provided to ensure to adhere to posted capacity for the classroom. This standard was brought back into compliance when Provider split the classroom up into two separate classrooms. •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 15 - Licensed Capacity
- Official code
- 15-03
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]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed a nap mat available for children in care were not in good repair (torn). Technical assistance was provided to replace effected items and ensure that cots are covered with impermeable surface and is in good repair. This standard was brought back into compliance when provider got rid of nap mat. •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 18 - Bedding and Linens
- Official code
- 18-06
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- The toileting facility did not have: [ paper towels or hand drying machines] , and within the reach of children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.7, H (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the bathroom without paper towels. Technical assistance was provided that running water, soap, trash receptacles, toilet paper, and disposable towels or hand drying machines that are properly installed and maintained must be available and within reach of children using the bathroom.
- Correction status
- Due by February 28, 2025
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- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 21 - Restrooms and Bath Facilities
- Official code
- 21-14
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- The facility did not have a current and approved annual fire safety inspection by the local fire authority. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, A (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Provider failed to have an approved annual fire inspection completed by the local fire authority. The facility had a fire inspection completed on 1213/23, and the current fire inspection was completed on 1/13/25.Technical assistance was provided to ensure that fire inspection is completed annually Fire drills conducted on 3/5/24, 4/8/24, 5/6/24, 6/6/24, 8/24/24, 9/25/24, 10/31/24, 11/12/24, 12/11/24, 12/12/24, and 1/14/25. • A fire drill was conducted today in the presence of the Licensing Authority. • Emergency Preparedness drill conducted 7/30/24 (inclement weather), 9/25/24 (lock down), and 12/2/24 (lock down). • Fire inspection conducted 1/13/25 ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-02
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- The facility did not have a fire extinguisher with a minimum rating of 2A10BC within 75 feet of rooms occupied by children or in vehicles used to transport children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, C (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the facilitys transportation vans were not equipped with fire extinguisher inside. It should be noted that the vans were used to transport children from school to the child care center. Technical assistance was provided that fire extinguisher with a minimum rating of 2A:10BC must be present in vehicles used to transport children.
- Correction status
- Due by February 28, 2025
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- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-04
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Stored food was not consumed or discarded on or before the expiration date listed by the manufacturer. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed Apple (baby) food inside the refrigerator with an expiration date of December 31, 2024. Technical assistance provided to discarded on or before the expiration date listed by the manufacturer. This standard was brought back into compliance when provider trashed the expired foods. •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-18
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 a toy on the changing table in the 1-year-old classroom. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that only items related to diapering should be on the table changing table. The standard was brought back into compliance when provider removed the toy off the changing table •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
- Official code
- 30-07
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Child care personnel did not complete preservice training requirements prior to unsupervised contact with or care of children or, if supervised, within 90 days of beginning employment or service with the provider. (Section 3.1 and 3.2 Training Requirements, Page 7) [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental did not complete required School Readiness preservice training. The Child Care Personnel was observed inside a classroom alone. Technical assistance was provided that school readiness preservice training is complete within 90 days of employment or prior to unsupervised contact with children in care.
- Correction status
- Due by February 28, 2025
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- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-13
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- First aid kit did not accompany child care personnel on a field trip, on an activity away from the facility, or while transporting children. CCF Handbook, Section 6.2, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the facilitys transportation vans were not equipped with First Aid kit. It should be noted that the vans were used to transport children from school to the child care center. Technical assistance was provided that to ensure that first aid kits are present during transportation.
- Correction status
- Due by February 28, 2025
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- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 37 - First Aid Requirements
- Official code
- 37-04
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- An employment history verification was not documented and on file. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist reviewed a Child Care Personnel file and determined the staff listed on the supplemental had an incomplete 5-year work history in their file. Technical assistance was given to the provider to complete prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by February 28, 2025
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- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-04
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- The facility failed to maintain a current Employee/Contractor Roster for all child care personnel in the Clearinghouse. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, K (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the 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 February 28, 2025
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- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-09
No recorded violations in this report
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 [5] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. General Requirements [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed a classroom out of ratio. Licensing Specialist observed 1 Child Care Personnel with 5 children (infant 1-year-old). Technical assistance was provided to ensure that ratio is maintained and always followed. This standard was brought back into compliance when another Child Care Personnel entered the classroom. • At the time of inspection, ratio was as follows. Infant 1-year-old 5:1 Child Care Personnel • 2-year-old 10:1 Child Care Personnel • 3-year-old 4-year-old 10:1 Child Care Personnel • VPK 13:2 Child Care Personnel • Other Child Care Personnel • Corrected ratio Infant 1-year-old 5:2 Child Care Personnel • 2-year-old ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Ratio Sufficient
- Official code
- 03-01
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The facility's transportation log did not include [signature]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.2 General Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined facilitys transportation log did not include the signature of a second child care personnel or person(s) authorized by the provider to verify the transportation log and that all children have arrived safely and left the vehicle. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that transportation logs are complete in its entirety. On January 29, 2025, during a routine inspection, transportation logs were reviewed, and logs were accurate and complete. •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 05 - Transportation
- Official code
- 05-04
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of re-inspection, the facility failed to complete the facilitys daily indoor and outdoor checklist inspection. 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 December 22, 2024
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- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-19
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- The attendance roster did not accompany the group of children in that [the roster for the children was not current and did not represent the number of children inside the classroom].CCF Handbook, Section 7.5, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of re-inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the all 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. 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. ENFORCEMENT
- Correction status
- Due by December 22, 2024
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- RECORD KEEPING - 46 - Daily Attendance
- Official code
- 46-07
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Child care personnel did not complete preservice training requirements prior to unsupervised contact with or care of children or, if supervised, within 90 days of beginning employment or service with the provider. (Section 3.1 and 3.2 Training Requirements, Page 7) [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental did not complete required School Readiness preservice training. The Child Care Personnel was observed inside a classroom alone. Technical assistance was provided that school readiness preservice training is complete within 90 days of employment or prior to unsupervised contact with children in care.
- Correction status
- Due by December 22, 2024
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- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-13
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The facility did not maintain a log for all children being transported in a vehicle. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.2 A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the facility failed to maintain and complete transportation logs since beginning transportation. Technical assistance was provided that a log must be maintained for all children being transported in a vehicle or on foot away from and/or to the premises of the child care facility. The log must be retained on file at the facility for a minimum of 12 months and available for review by the licensing authority. Transportation vehicle Ford Transit 350 XLT tag RSPMO3 •
- Correction status
- Due by November 16, 2024
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- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 05 - Transportation
- Official code
- 05-02
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of inspection, the facility failed to complete the facilitys daily indoor and outdoor checklist inspection. 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 16, 2024
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- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-19
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The facility did not share with child care personnel or post in an easily accessible location, special food restrictions for a child. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, G (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed childrens allergy and special food restrictions records posted in every classroom visible to parents and other non-Child Care Personnel. Technical assistance was provided to ensure special food restrictions are shared with child care personnel posted in an easily seen location that is not readily visible by parents or non-Child Care Personnel and followed. Place a cover sheet over the list labeled Allergy.
- Correction status
- Due by November 16, 2024
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- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 25 - Meals and Snacks
- Official code
- 25-14
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Child care personnel did not complete preservice training requirements prior to unsupervised contact with or care of children or, if supervised, within 90 days of beginning employment or service with the provider. (Section 3.1 and 3.2 Training Requirements, Page 7) [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental did not complete required School Readiness preservice training. The Child Care Personnel was observed inside a classroom alone. Technical assistance was provided that school readiness preservice training is complete within 90 days of employment or prior to unsupervised contact with children in care.
- Correction status
- Due by November 16, 2024
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- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-13
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Child(ren) did not have a Florida Certification of Immunization (DH Form 680) or a Religious Exemption from Immunization (DH Form 681), on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the child listed on the supplemental had no immunization forms on file. Technical assistance was given to the provider to obtain a current form from the parent/guardian prior to the due date. Additional technical assistance was given regarding FL shots. The provider was given the link to their website and how to register to view FL shot records. The link given was: www.flshotsusers.com and the provider was reminded to go to the bottom of page under schools & licensed child care providers to register.
- Correction status
- Due by November 16, 2024
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- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Child(ren) did not have a Student Health Examination/DH (Form 3040), or an equivalent health statement on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the child listed on the supplement did not have a Student Health Examination or equivalent health statement on file. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all children have current physical on file.
- Correction status
- Due by November 16, 2024
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- RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
- Official code
- 42-01
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 inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the Child Care Personnel listed on supplemental did not have current CF- FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form signed annually. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that the CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form are signed annually. This standard was brought back into compliance when Child Care Personnel signed the form. • Licensing Specialist reviewed all Child Care Personnel files, totaling 16. •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-04
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- An employment history verification was not documented and on file. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist reviewed a Child Care Personnel file and determined the staff listed on the supplemental had an incomplete 5-year work history in their file. Technical assistance was given to the provider to complete prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by November 16, 2024
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- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-04
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- The facility failed to maintain a current Employee/Contractor Roster for all child care personnel in the Clearinghouse. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, K (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the 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 November 16, 2024
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- 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 for the children was not current and did not represent the number of children inside the classroom].CCF Handbook, Section 7.5, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the 3-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. 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. ENFORCEMENT
- Correction status
- Due by November 16, 2024
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- RECORD KEEPING - 46 - Daily Attendance
- Official code
- 46-07
Medium concern: inspection access or misrepresentation
- Report finding
- Child care personnel misrepresented information, impersonated, or provided fraudulent information related to the child care facility to a parent/guardian, licensing authority, or law enforcement. s. 402.319(1)(f), F.S. (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Enforcement [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the facility having two transportation vans. Licensing Specialist questioned three Child Care Personnel on the supplemental for which all denied transportation. Licensing Specialist gave several opportunities to be honest about the transportation, to no avail. Parents were contacted and confirmed that the facility provide transportation to and from elementary school. Director later confirmed and admitted that she provided false statement about transporting children. She advised the facility has not maintained transportation log and that was the reason for the false statement. Technical assistance was provided to ensure ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- RECORD KEEPING - 47 - Access/Child Safety
- Official code
- 47-08
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- There was not a supply of clean diapers, clothing and/or linens. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, H Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined via interviews with Child Care Personnel that a child in care did not have adequate supply of clean clothing and was sent home in a diaper. Technical assistance was provided that there must be a supply of clean diapers, clothing, and linens at all times.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
- Official code
- 30-08
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- Attendance records did not include the time of each childs arrival and departure. CCF Handbook, Section 7.5 Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of re-inspection, Licensing Specialist determined the facilitys attendance rosters did not document the arrival and departure times of the children in care. Technical assistance was provided that daily attendance of children must be taken and recorded accurately by the Child Care Personnel, documenting the time when each child enters and departs the program. ENFORCEMENT
- Correction status
- Due by August 11, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 46 - Daily Attendance
- Official code
- 46-02
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 inspection, Licensing Specialist observed white lattice fence broken on the playground allowing children access to metal rack, latter, and a wheelbarrow. Also, the playground was littered with trash (used cups). Lastly, the plastic brown, green and blue playhouse and slide clear circle window was cracked. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that the fence is repair or replaced affected area and clean the playground.
- Correction status
- Due by July 6, 2024
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- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Bottles and/or sippy cups brought from home were not labeled with childs first and last name. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.5, B Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the cups in all the classrooms were not label with first and last names. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all cups are labeled. This standard was brought back into compliance as the Child Care Personnel label the cups.
- Correction status
- Due by July 6, 2024
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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
- The ground cover or other protective surface under the [ yellow bus with blue wheels] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the yellow bus with blue wheels with less than 4 inches of ground cover or protective surface in the fall zone area. Technical Assistance was provided that at least 6 inches in depth of mulch is needed to comply with the standard. Additional mulch is needed to be in compliance.
- Correction status
- Due by July 6, 2024
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-07
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The facility does not have documentation for all child care personnel on required annual refresher education of the facilitys exposure plan. CCF Handbook, Section 6
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the Child Care Personnel did not have a current exposure plan training on file. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all Child Care Personnel have a current exposure plan on file.
- Correction status
- Due by July 6, 2024
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 35 - Communicable Disease Control
- Official code
- 35-12
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility had an inadequate number of child care personnel appropriately trained in CPR to maintain coverage both on-site and on field trips. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4, B Health Requirements [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the facility had an inadequate number of Child Care Personnel with cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) training. Licensing Specialist determine only one Child Care Personnel has documented proof of CPR training. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that adequate number of Child Care Personnel has cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) training prior to due date.
- Correction status
- Due by June 16, 2024
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 36 - CPR Requirements
- Official code
- 36-03
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facility did not have an adequate number of child care personnel appropriately trained in first aid to maintain coverage both on- site and on field trips. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4, B Health Requirements [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the facility had an inadequate number of Child Care Personnel with first aid training. Licensing Specialist determine only one Child Care Personnel has documented proof of first aid training. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that adequate number of Child Care Personnel has first aid training prior to due date.
- Correction status
- Due by June 16, 2024
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 37 - First Aid Requirements
- Official code
- 37-02
Higher concern: Medication
- Report finding
- A prescription or non-prescription medication, specifically [Gentle Steps daily baby lotion], was dispensed without written authorization from the custodial parent or legal guardian. CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, A and K Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed a non-prescription medications (Gentle Steps daily baby lotion) in the classroom without Authorization for Prescription and non-prescription medication on file. Technical assistance provided to ensure written authorization prior to provided medication to children in care. This standard was put back into compliance when provider removed the items form the classroom. •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 40 - Medication
- Official code
- 40-01
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The facility did not maintain documentation that the parent(s) or legal guardian(s) of each child were provided information 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 information was given out in other months]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.3, C.5.
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed childrens files and determined that children did not have documentation regarding parent(s) or legal guardian(s) 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 month of April 2024. Technical assistance was provided to ensure all children enrolled parent and/or guardian are provided distracted driver information in April and September. This standard was brought back into compliance as the month has past. • Provider advised that 32 children are enrolled, Licensing Specialist reviewed all childrens files. •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 43 - Enrollment Information
- Official code
- 43-10
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- A complete CF-FSP Form 5131, Background Screening and Personnel File Requirements, was not on file for all employees. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1, A Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental did not have a complete CF-FSP Form 5131, Background Screening and Personnel File Requirements on file. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all Child Care Personnel have Background Screening and Personnel File Requirements on file. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that 3 attempts are made when conducting work verification. •
- Correction status
- Due by July 6, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-01
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- Attendance records did not include the time of each childs arrival and departure. CCF Handbook, Section 7.5 Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined the facilitys attendance rosters did not document the arrival and departure times of the children in care. Technical assistance was provided that daily attendance of children must be taken and recorded accurately by the Child Care Personnel, documenting the time when each child enters and departs the program.
- Correction status
- Due by July 6, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 46 - Daily Attendance
- Official code
- 46-02
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- The attendance roster did not accompany the group of children in that [it did not reflection the children inside the classroom].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. 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 provider updated attendance roster. • 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
Questions to ask
Suggested questions for parents based on recorded violations in inspection reports. If there are not enough source-backed violations, you will see general questions for daycare.
Finding-specific
Could you describe your current process for ensuring all required background screening documentation is complete and up to date for new staff members?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records show recent instances where required background screening documentation, specifically out-of-state registry searches, was incomplete for personnel.
- Context
- The most recent report from March 2026 indicates this documentation was missing.
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Finding-specific
How do you ensure that attendance rosters are always accurate and stay with the group of children throughout the day, including during transitions?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report highlights multiple instances where attendance rosters were not current or did not accurately reflect the number of children in a classroom.
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Finding-specific
What steps does the center take to ensure that all cleaning supplies and hazardous materials are stored safely and out of reach of children at all times?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records show a finding where cleaning materials were stored in an area accessible to children.
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Finding-specific
How do you manage staff-to-child ratios throughout the day to ensure every classroom remains in compliance with state standards?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records indicate that maintaining required staff-to-child ratios has been a recurring area of focus during past inspections.
Related violations
Finding-specific
Can you walk me through your daily routine for inspecting the facility to ensure that play areas and equipment remain clean and in good repair?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report notes that daily health and safety checks for indoor and outdoor play areas were not consistently documented.
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