Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 4.1
- Local median
- 1.71
Jennings Kids Academy 4 LLC
57 W Central Ave, Lake Wales, FL 33853
- License:
- C10PO0487
- 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: 5:00AM to 8:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 45
- License expiration:
- June 24, 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 inspectionMay 12, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMarch 18, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 10 available inspections for Jennings Kids Academy 4 LLC from May 19, 2025 through May 12, 2026.
Six inspections recorded violations, with 41 recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on May 12, 2026 and involved emergency preparedness, with a due date of June 11, 2026.
Attendance accountability was a higher-concern topic that showed up in one inspection.
The available reports do not include a later inspection with no recorded violations after that violation.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 10
- Recorded violations
- 41
- Higher-concern violations
- 9
- Repeated topics
- 7
9 in last 12 months
41 in last 12 months
9 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
10 total inspections vs 16.5 local median in 33853
Compared to 26 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 30%
- Local median
- 25%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 60%
- Local median
- 50%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 7
- Local average
- 4.27
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Administrative posting
Appeared across 4 inspections, with 4 recorded violations.
October 6, 2025November 6, 2025January 20, 2026May 12, 2026Health or food records
Appeared across 4 inspections, with 8 recorded violations.
October 6, 2025January 20, 2026February 23, 2026May 12, 2026Facility condition
Appeared across 4 inspections, with 9 recorded violations.
October 6, 2025January 20, 2026February 23, 2026May 12, 2026Equipment or readiness
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 5 recorded violations.
October 6, 2025January 20, 2026May 12, 2026Background screening
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 7 recorded violations.
October 6, 2025November 6, 2025Emergency preparedness
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 4 recorded violations.
January 20, 2026May 12, 2026Staff training
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
October 6, 2025November 6, 2025Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
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 lighting throughout the facility was checked: Room 1 (capacity 22) measured between 20.2 to 113.7 candle foot. Room 2 (capacity 6) measured between 28.7 to 90.6 candle foot. Room 3 (capacity 10) measured between 10.52 to 64.5 candle foot. Room 4 (capacity 5) measured between 51.0 to 115.9 candle foot. Room 5 (capacity 10) measured between 17.21 to 123.4 candle foot. Room 6 (capacity 15) measured between 30.7 to 112.0 candle foot. Room 7 (capacity 11) measured between 37.2 to 107.0 candle foot. Classrooms with capacity of 10 and 10 did not have appropriate candle foot. Technical assistance was provided that all areas of the facility must have ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by June 11, 2026
More details
- 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]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed several torn and ripped nap mats for the children in care. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all nap mats are in good repair and with impermeable surface. Not Monitored Comments At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist did not observe naptime.
- Correction status
- Due by June 11, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 18 - Bedding and Linens
- Official code
- 18-06
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]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the Provider failed to have an annual fire inspection completed. The facilitys last fire inspection was conducted on 5/8/25. Technical assistance was provided that a current and approved annual fire inspection report must be completed certified fire inspector. Fire drills were conducted on 7/1/25, 8/8/25, 9/5/25, 10/1/25, 11/26/25, 12/31/25, 1/27/26, 2/26/26, and 3/30/26. A fire drill was conducted today in the presence of the licensing authority using the approved fire alarm system which made an audible sound. Fire extinguisher serviced April 2025. Fire inspection conducted 5/8/25. Emergency Preparedness drill c ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by June 11, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-02
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]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the facility fire extinguisher was last serviced in March 2025 and April 2025. Technical assistance was provided that the fire extinguishers with a minimum rating of 2A:10BC must be properly installed, always serviced and maintained with current inspection tags.
- Correction status
- Due by June 11, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-05
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 [April 2026]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.4, A (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the facility failed to complete fire drill for April 2026. Technical assistance was provided that during the facilitys license year, fire drills utilizing the alarm system, approved by the local fire authority, must be conducted monthly at various dates and times when children are in care.
- Correction status
- Due by June 11, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-06
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 (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 month of April. 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. This standard was brought back into compliance when provider posted current month menu. •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 26 - Meal and Snack Menus
- Official code
- 26-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Bottles and/or sippy cups brought from home were not labeled with childs first and last name. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.5, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed breastmilk in the refrigerator and freezer in the kitchen were not labeled with childs first and last name. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all breast milk, food, formula are labeled with childs first and last name. This standard was brought back into compliance when provider labeled the breastmilk with both first and last name. •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 28 - Bottles, Breastmilk, Formula and Infant Food
- Official code
- 28-02
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The play equipment was not maintained in a safe or sanitary condition for the children to use in that [the play structure was rocking and wood splintering]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B and F (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the facilitys playground structure (swing set) is not anchored down and rocking. Also, wood show signs of splintering. Technical assistance was provided that all playground equipment must be securely anchored, unless portable or stationary by design, in good repair, maintained in safe and sanitary condition, and placed to ensure safe use by the children. Also, all equipment used in the outdoor play area must be constructed and maintained according to manufacturers recommendations.
- Correction status
- Due by June 11, 2026
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-03
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 supplemental did not have a Student Health Examination on file. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all children have current Student Health Examination on file. This standard was brought back into compliance when Provider obtained the childs Student Health Examination from parent. •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
- Official code
- 42-01
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Indoor and outdoor play areas were not inspected daily for basic health and safety and/or any problems were not corrected before the play area is used by children and/or daily inspection logs were not maintained for 12 months. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A Physical Environment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of reinspection, 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 March 25, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-19
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Formula and/or food brought from home was not labeled with the childs first and last name. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.6, B Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of reinspection, Licensing Specialist observed breastmilk in the refrigerator and freezer in the kitchen were not labeled with childs first and last name. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all breast milk, food, formula are labeled with childs first and last name. This standard was brought back into compliance when provider added the last name to the breastmilk label.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 28 - Bottles, Breastmilk, Formula and Infant Food
- Official code
- 28-04
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 classrooms not in operation, not clean or organized. The classroom was observed with toys and other miscellaneous items scattered all over the floor. Also, there was trash on the playground, and the trash can on the playground was halfway full and appeared to not been empty at the last close of business day. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that the licensed classrooms are always clean and orderly for the children in care.
- Correction status
- Due by February 19, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-01
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Indoor and outdoor play areas were not inspected daily for basic health and safety and/or any problems were not corrected before the play area is used by children and/or daily inspection logs were not maintained for 12 months. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A Physical Environment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of 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 February 19, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-19
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- The facilitys storage of harmful items including cleaning supplies, flammable products, and poisonous, toxic and hazardous materials allowed access by children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist hand sanitizer on the counter 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 19, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 13 - Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons
- Official code
- 13-02
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facility did not provide shade on the playground. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, C Physical Environment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the tarp on the playground that is used for shade was broken and hanging down over the play structure. Technical assistance was provided that the outdoor play area must provide shade. Shade may be provided by trees, buildings, or structures. Also, to ensure the shade is in good repair.
- Correction status
- Due by February 19, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-03
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- Exit areas were not clear in accordance with fire safety regulations. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.3 Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed a metal bar blocking the back exit door making it inaccessible in an emergency. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all exits must not be blocked at any time. This standard was brought back into compliance when the metal bar was removed from blocking the back door. • Fire drills were conducted on 7/1/25, 8/8/25, 9/5/25, 10/1/25, 11/26/25, and 12/31/25. • Fire extinguisher serviced April 2025. • Fire inspection conducted 6/8/25. • Emergency Preparedness drill conducted on 7/1/25 (inclement weather) and 8/8/25 (lock down). • Technical assistance was provided to ensure that only one drill is conducted a day. •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-22
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Frozen food was not [ labeled by date and type]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, F.2 and 3. Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed packages of frozen food stored in freezers in the food preparation area that were not labeled with the food item name and dated with the expiration date. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that the frozen food items stored are labeled with name and date of expiration by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by February 19, 2026
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-24
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Milk and/or food sat out longer than 15 minutes prior to the beginning of the meal. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.5, C Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed 13 plates with two slice of bread on them on a cart inside the kitchen for over 15 minutes. Technical assistance was provided that milk and food must not sit out for longer than 15 minutes prior to the beginning of the meal to avoid contamination and spoilage. This standard was brought back into compliance when the bread was removed from the cart. •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 25 - Meals and Snacks
- Official code
- 25-15
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, was not accessible to parents]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, H Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the facilitys menu last posted for the week of November 17, 2025. 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 19, 2026
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 26 - Meal and Snack Menus
- Official code
- 26-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Formula and/or food brought from home was not labeled with the childs first and last name. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.6, B Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed breastmilk in the refrigerator and freezer in the kitchen were not labeled with childs first and last name. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all breast milk, food, formula are labeled with childs first and last name.
- Correction status
- Due by February 19, 2026
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 28 - Bottles, Breastmilk, Formula and Infant Food
- Official code
- 28-04
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 warmed bottle on the changing table inside the infant classroom. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that only items related to diapering should be on the table changing table. This standard was brought back into compliance when bottle was removed. •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
- Official code
- 30-07
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facility's first aid kit was missing the following items: [ Soap and hand sanitizer, Digital thermometer, Scissors]. CCF Handbook, Section 6.2, C Health Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the facility had several first aid kits, but neither was appropriately equipped with all items required. The first aid kits were missing soap, thermometer, and scissors. Technical assistance was provided that to ensure that first aid meet the minimum standards.
- Correction status
- Due by February 19, 2026
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 37 - First Aid Requirements
- Official code
- 37-06
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- The attendance roster did not accompany the group of children in that [no roster was present for the children in the class].CCF Handbook, Section 7.5, A Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed a classroom (infant) 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 put back into compliance when provider updated classr ... [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
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The facility failed to include their license number when advertising. s.402.318, F.S.
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the reinspection, the licensing specialist observed new signage located on the front door that did not include the facility's license number. The provider wrote the license number on the signage placing the facility back into compliance. Technical assistance was given to the provider as a suggestion to have a more permanent license number posted.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 01 - License Displayed/Citation Posted/Advertising
- Official code
- 01-03
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility owner failed to notify the licensing authority within five working days of when the facility lost the credentialed director or when there was a change of director. CCF Handbook, Section 4.7, D. 1 and 2
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the reinspection, the licensing specialist observed the staff listed on the supplemental was onsite and acting director. When questioned, the staff stated she is currently the director at this location and has been since the last inspection. The licensing specialist inquired when the former director was last at this facility and the provider stated she just returned from being out of the state for quite some time and is now director at a sister location in Davenport. Technical assistance was given to the provider as a reminder that a change or loss of director must be reported to licensing within 5 working days. A change of director checklist was emailed to the ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by December 5, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 34 - Credentialed Staff
- Official code
- 34-07
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- Documentation of Level 2 Clearinghouse screening clearance was missing for child care personnel. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1,C Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the reinspection, the licensing specialist observed a repair/maintenance person arrive onsite who walked through the facility alone. When questioned, the provider stated the maintenance person usually comes 1 - 2 times per month and was unsure if he had a background screening. The licensing specialist spoke to the maintenance person and got his name and date of birth. After entering the information in the Clearinghouse, it was determined he is ineligible as of 7/20/23. The maintenance person left the facility shortly after the encounter. Technical assistance was given to the provider that if the facility chooses to continue using his services, that best practic ... [truncated]
- 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 Record Keeping [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the reinspection, the licensing specialist reviewed new 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 employ ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by December 5, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-04
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- The Child Care Attestation of Good Moral Character was not completed at the time of initial screening or upon change in employers. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1, B Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed all staff files & observed the staff listed on the supplemental did not have an Attestation of Good Moral Character form in their file. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff sign prior to the due date. Provider was reminded the form needs to be the current one dated July 2024.
- Correction status
- Due by December 5, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-06
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- The facility failed to maintain a current Employee/Contractor Roster for all child care personnel in the Clearinghouse. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, K Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the reinspection, the licensing specialist reviewed the facility's employee/staff roster through the Clearinghouse and observed there were still staff who were no longer employed at this facility and were not removed from the roster and 1 staff that was not added to the roster in the Clearinghouse. Technical assistance was given to the provider to update the roster prior to the due date
- Correction status
- Due by December 5, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-09
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed a section of the wall border located in the infant/1-year old classroom that had a piece of tape holding the border to the wall that was accessible to the children. Technical assistance was given to the provider to repair and attach the border correctly prior to the due date.
- 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 Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed dead roaches, a bee/wasp, live spiders and an unknown flying bug located throughout the facility. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the insects removed prior to the due date.
- 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 Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed the rear of the facility near the back door had a light fixture that was inoperable, and the lighting measured 1.85-foot candles. Also, in the VPK classroom, a light fixture was partially out, and the lighting measured 14.57-foot candles. Technical assistance was given to the provider to repair/replace the light bulbs/fixtures prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by November 5, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 14 - Lighting, Temperature, and Ventilation
- Official code
- 14-01
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facilitys outdoor play area contained litter, nails, glass or other hazards that posed a low potential for harm to children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed the following: The shade tarp was hanging low and torn in multiple places 1. 2 additional tattered shade cloths were in a corner of the fence and another on top of a table 2. Multiple pieces of trash (wrappers, pieces of broken wood, a chain wrapped around a child's chair and exposed landscape fabric 3. The gate located near the entrance/exit door does not latch properly allowing the gate to be pushed open 4. Technical assistance was given to the provider to remove all trash and tattered shade cloths, replace the shade cloth currently on the playground and fix the gate latch so it locks properly prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by November 5, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-01
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 the inspection, the licensing specialist observed mixed fruit and sandwiches in the refrigerator that were not labeled with type & date, and the sandwiches were not properly covered. Technical assistance was given to the provider as a reminder that all foods must be properly covered, labeled with the date and discarded within 7 days of opening.
- Correction status
- Due by November 5, 2025
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-21
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Frozen food was not [ labeled by date and type]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, F.2 and 3. Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed frozen sausage patties and mini pancakes in the freezer that were not labeled with type & date. Technical assistance was given to the provider that once removed from the original packaging, the foods must be labeled with either the manufacturers expiration date (if still in an opened package) or once opened, labeled with the date the package was opened.
- Correction status
- Due by November 5, 2025
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-24
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The facility's menu was not [ was not dated]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, H Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed the facility's menu that was posted near where the parent/guardian signs in and out and observed it was dated for the week of 9/22/25 - 9/26/25. The provider placed the current one while the licensing specialist was present placing the facility back into compliance for this standard. Not Monitored Comments At the time of the inspection, the provider stated they may order pizza on occasion from an outside source but have not to date of this inspection, therefore, this standard is not monitored at this time. The provider is aware a food acceptance log is required.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 26 - Meal and Snack Menus
- Official code
- 26-01
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The equipment used in the outdoor play area was not constructed and maintained according to manufacturers recommendations, and/or to allow for water drainage or open containers for water play were not emptied. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, F Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed a red and blue table on the playground that bot had standing water. Technical assistance was given to the provider to ensure all toys are drained of water prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by November 5, 2025
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-09
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documentation to show child care personnel had begun the introductory training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.1
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed all staff files and determined that the staff listed on the supplemental started the required DCF 40-hour training after 90 days of employment/industry start date. Technical assistance was given to the provider as a reminder that staff must begin DCF training in Part 1 or Part 2 within 90-days of industry start date. Additional technical assistance specific to this standard is notated on the supplemental.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-03
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- An employment history verification was not documented and on file. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, D Record Keeping [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the 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 5, 2025
More details
- 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 Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed the facility's employee/staff roster through the Clearinghouse and observed there were staff who were no longer employed at this facility and were not removed from the roster in the Clearinghouse. Technical assistance was given to the provider to update the roster prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by November 5, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-09
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- Child care personnels Level 2 documentation was incomplete in that [ A copy of out-of-state child abuse and neglect registry search is missing., A copy of out-of-state sexual offender/predator registry search is missing.]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1, D, E, and F Record Keeping [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed all staff files & observed the staff listed on the supplemental had resided outside of the state of Florida within the past 5 years and no documentation that abuse & neglect or sexual offender checks were completed. Technical assistance was given to the provider to obtain the reports prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by November 5, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-11
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
How do you ensure that accurate attendance rosters are always with the children, especially when they move between classrooms or outdoor areas?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from a January 2026 inspection indicate that an attendance roster was not present for children in a classroom. Asking about current practices helps parents understand how the facility maintains consistent supervision and tracking of all children throughout the day.
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Finding-specific
What is your current process for storing and securing cleaning supplies or other potentially hazardous items to keep them out of reach of children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from January 2026 noted that hand sanitizer was accessible to children. This question allows parents to learn about the facility's current storage protocols for hazardous materials.
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Finding-specific
Can you walk me through your process for verifying and maintaining background screening documentation for all staff and contractors?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records from late 2025 show multiple findings related to background screening documentation, including missing clearance for a contractor and incomplete staff files. This question helps parents understand how the facility ensures all personnel are properly vetted and documented.
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Finding-specific
What steps does the team take to ensure that playground equipment is regularly inspected, maintained, and safe for daily use?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from multiple inspections between 2025 and 2026 show repeated concerns regarding outdoor equipment maintenance and safety. Asking about current maintenance routines helps parents understand how the facility keeps play areas in good repair.
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Finding-specific
How do you handle daily health and safety checks for the facility, and how are these documented?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection reports from 2025 and 2026 highlight repeated findings regarding facility cleanliness and the completion of daily safety logs. This question helps parents understand the center's current approach to maintaining a clean and orderly environment.
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