Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 3.22
- Local median
- 1.9
God Little Helpers
1641 E Memorial Blvd, Lakeland, FL 33801
- License:
- C10PO0639
- 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
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:00AM to 11:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 68
- License expiration:
- April 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 inspectionApril 24, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsDecember 15, 2025
Summary
This summary covers 18 available inspections for God Little Helpers from April 12, 2023 through April 24, 2026.
Nine inspections recorded violations, with 58 recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on April 24, 2026 and involved facility condition.
Hazardous access was a higher-concern topic that showed up in three inspections.
The available reports do not include a later inspection with no recorded violations after that violation.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 18
- Recorded violations
- 58
- Higher-concern violations
- 18
- Repeated topics
- 9
6 in last 12 months
28 in last 12 months
9 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
18 total inspections vs 18 local median in 33801
Compared to 23 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 33%
- Local median
- 26%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 50%
- Local median
- 49%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 9
- Local average
- 4.43
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Facility condition
Appeared across 6 inspections, with 15 recorded violations.
December 8, 2023April 3, 2024April 8, 2025August 5, 2025March 23, 2026April 24, 2026Equipment or readiness
Appeared across 5 inspections, with 9 recorded violations.
December 8, 2023August 22, 2024April 8, 2025August 5, 2025March 23, 2026Health or food records
Appeared across 4 inspections, with 11 recorded violations.
December 8, 2023April 3, 2024December 6, 2024March 23, 2026Hazardous access
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 7 recorded violations.
April 8, 2025August 5, 2025March 23, 2026Sleep safety
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 5 recorded violations.
December 6, 2024April 8, 2025August 5, 2025Attendance accountability
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
August 5, 2025March 23, 2026Background screening
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
August 22, 2024August 5, 2025Recordkeeping
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
April 3, 2024April 8, 2025Transportation
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
April 3, 2024August 22, 2024Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
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 Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of reinspection, Licensing Specialist observed several torn, ripped, and stained cots for the children in care. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all nap mats are in good repair and with impermeable surface. This standard was brought back into compliance as the Provider replaced the cots with mats. •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 18 - Bedding and Linens
- Official code
- 18-06
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Areas of the facility were found to be in need of cleaning. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed some walls, vents, and other items were covered with dust. Also, the walls were not clean. Also, multiple windowsills were observed dirty. The classrooms that were not in operation were observed with dead insects, dirt, debris on the floor and window blinds. Lastly, the kitchen was observed with dirty. The floor between the refrigerator and cabinet was dirty. Technical assistance was provided that all child care facilities must be clean, in good repair, free from health and safety hazards and from evidence of, or presence of, vermin infestation.
- Correction status
- Due by April 22, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-01
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the paneling on the walls in the bathroom broken and detached from the wall. Also, the partition inside the bathroom in the classroom with the capacity of 17 wood paneling peeling and at the bottom. Lastly, the windowsill inside the brick building was repaired with black duct tape and paper. Technical assistance was provided that all child care facilities must be clean, in good repair, free from health and safety hazards and from evidence of, or presence of, vermin infestation.
- Correction status
- Due by April 22, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- A health deficiency having a moderate potential for harm to the children in care was observed. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed used cooking oil stored inside the plastic bottles inside the kitchen. The stored used cooking oil had a brown (caramel colored or darker) tint. The used cooking oil was stored to be used again. Technical assistance was provided that reusing oil is a health risk and refrain from using this practice. Per the Singapore Food Agency, storing and reusing cooking oil, particularly for deep-frying, poses significant health hazards to children, including increased risks of chronic inflammation, cardiovascular disease, and potential carcinogenic exposure. •
- Correction status
- Due by April 22, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-04
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- The facilitys storage of harmful items including cleaning supplies, flammable products, and poisonous, toxic and hazardous materials allowed access by children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing inspection observed glass jars under the sink inside the classroom (capacity of 17) accessible to the children in care. Also, the cleaning chemicals were stored all over the classroom, not in use. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all potentially harmful items, including cleaning supplies, flammable products, poisonous, toxic, and hazardous materials, must be stored in a locked area or must always be inaccessible and out of a childs reach.
- Correction status
- Due by April 22, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 13 - Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons
- Official code
- 13-02
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 inspection, Licensing Specialist checked the lighting throughout the facility. Classroom with capacity of 9 measured between 10.18 52 candle foot. Technical assistance was provided that all areas of the facility must have lighting that provides adequate illumination and comfort for facility activities, a minimum of 20 foot-candles of lighting is required. Lighting must be sufficient to allow for adequate supervision and safe entering and exiting of the room.
- Correction status
- Due by April 22, 2026
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed an old air conditioner unit, broken play equipment, broken siding with nails, bricks, and broken lattice surrounding the porch. Also, the current air conditioner is accessible to the children in care. Technical assistance was provided that the outdoor play area must be clean and free from litter, nails, glass and other hazards.
- Correction status
- Due by April 22, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-01
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facility's outdoor play area contained litter, nails, glass or other hazards that posed a threat to the health, safety or well-being of the children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed several metal frames play equipment with exposed rust. Also, peeling paint on the metal play structure. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that the playground equipment is in good repair. Technical assistance was provided to pressure wash the play equipment to remove the algae build up. •
- Correction status
- Due by April 22, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-02
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facilitys outdoor play space was not enclosed with fencing or walls a minimum of 4 feet in height. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, F (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the fence on the left side of the playground at 3 feet. Technical assistance was provided that the outdoor play area must have adequate fencing or walls a minimum of 4 feet in height. It should be noted that the provided has added lattice on the fence to make the fencing taller, Provider was advised that the fencing must be sturdy and in good repair. •
- Correction status
- Due by April 22, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-05
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- The facilitys fencing walls or gate area had gaps that could allow children to exit the outdoor play area. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, F (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing specialist observed two gaps in the playground fence. One game was in the left corner of the small playground. The other gap was in the right corner of the playground where the fence meets the brick building. Both gaps were over 3 inches. Technical assistance was provided that fencing, including gates, must be continuous and must not have gaps or opening larger than 3 inches that would allow children to exit the outdoor play area.
- Correction status
- Due by April 22, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-06
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, ripped, and stained cots for the children in care. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all nap mats are in good repair and with impermeable surface.
- Correction status
- Due by April 22, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 18 - Bedding and Linens
- Official code
- 18-06
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Garbage containing food waste was not disposed of in a leak proof, nonabsorbent container with a tight fitting lid. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.1, A.8. (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Speicalist observed the garbage containing food waste was not disposed of in without a tight-fitting lid. Technical assistance was provided that a leak-proof, non-absorbent containers covered with a tight-fitting lid for all food waste stored inside the facility.
- Correction status
- Due by April 22, 2026
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-11
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- Poisonous/toxic or cleaning products were not stored separately from food. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed several cleaning chemicals throughout the facility stored next to food items. Technical assistance was provided that poisonous/toxic chemicals or cleaning products must be stored separately from food. Products must not be stored on shelves above food preparation areas and/or food products intended for human consumption, unless placed in bins that are impermeable.
- Correction status
- Due by April 22, 2026
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-20
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Open packages of perishable or leftover foods were not [ labeled with date]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed baked beans and mixed vegetables stored in clear zip bag without being labeled or dated. Technical assistance was provided that Opened packages of dried goods must be properly covered/sealed, properly stored, and discarded according to the manufacturers recommended date or if the quality of the food has been compromised.
- Correction status
- Due by April 22, 2026
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-21
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Open packages of dried goods were not [ properly stored, properly covered or sealed]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, E (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed dried powder like substance (flour or meal) stored in clear zip bag without being labeled or dated Also, cereal was removed from the original container and not properly labeled. Technical assistance was provided that Opened packages of dried goods must be properly covered/sealed, properly stored, and discarded according to the manufacturers recommended date or if the quality of the food has been compromised.
- Correction status
- Due by April 22, 2026
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-22
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Food served at the facility was not free from spoilage and contamination, and was not safe for eating as evidenced by [soft, mushy areas, and wrinkled skin]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed cucumber inside the refrigerator that showed signs of spoilage. Technical assistance was provided that the food must be free from spoilage and always handled in a sanitary manner.
- Correction status
- Due by April 22, 2026
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 25 - Meals and Snacks
- Official code
- 25-04
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed items (three compartment food dispensers, electric wires, toys, etc.) stored on the changing table. Also, there were other miscellaneous items unrelated to diapering stored under the changing table. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that only items related to diapering should be on the table changing table.
- Correction status
- Due by April 22, 2026
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
- Official code
- 30-07
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The ground cover or other protective surface under the [stationary equipment] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of reinspection, Licensing Specialist observed the stationary equipment with less than 6 inches of ground cover or protective surface in the fall zone area. Technical assistance was provided that permanent or stationary playground equipment must have a fall/use zone that extends a minimum of 6 feet in all directions from the perimeter of the equipment. All types of ground cover must be maintained to provide resilience and reduce the incidence of injuries to children in the event of falls.
- Correction status
- Due by April 22, 2026
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental did not have a current exposure plan training on file. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all Child Care Personnel have a current exposure plan on file.
- Correction status
- Due by April 22, 2026
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 35 - Communicable Disease Control
- Official code
- 35-12
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- Child care personnel failed to ensure arrival and departure times were complete and accurate at the time of arrival or departure. CCF Handbook, Section 7.5, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed several children arrival and departure times and or signature not documented on the forms between December 2025 through February 2026. Technical assistance was provided that the custodial parent or guardian may document the time when his/her child enters and departs the child care facility or program. However, child care facility personnel are responsible for ensuring that attendance records are complete and accurate. ENFORCEMENT
- Correction status
- Due by April 22, 2026
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 46 - Daily Attendance
- Official code
- 46-03
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Areas of the facility were found to be in need of cleaning. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the food preparation area, kitchen in need of cleaning. The specialist observed debris on the floor, as well as the counter tops with tough build up stains, storage cabinets and walls in need of cleaning with spill stains observed. The provider cleaned the dishes in the sink, cleaned the counters as well as swept and mopped the floor at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the facility is clean to include the food preparation area and maintained.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-01
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- The facilitys storage of harmful items including cleaning supplies, flammable products, and poisonous, toxic and hazardous materials allowed access by children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed a storage closet in the girls restroom used by children with the top latch unlocked and the door not closed all the way. The provider opened the door and observed cleaning supplies, disinfectants and Raid bug spray on shelves inside the storage closet. The provider immediately closed the door and secured the top latch to lock the door to ensure it was not accessible to children in care. TA was provided to ensure that toxic and hazardous materials stored are not accessible to children in care.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 13 - Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons
- Official code
- 13-02
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- The bedding available for children in care was not cleaned and/or sanitized at least once a week, and/or before use by another child. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1, G Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed a one year old child napping in a pack n play during nap time in the one year old classroom on top of the surface inside the pack n play that was heavily stained and in need of cleaning. TA was provided to ensure that bedding provided for children in care is clean.
- Correction status
- Due by September 4, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 18 - Bedding and Linens
- Official code
- 18-03
Higher concern: Sleep safety
- Report finding
- A minimum distance of 18'' was not maintained between each napping/sleeping space. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.2, C Physical Environment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed children asleep on cots during nap time in the first classroom to the right of the entrance in the building used for operation with children not spaced 18 inches apart. As well as in the classroom to the right of the classroom listed above and near the one year old classroom. At the time of inspection, the provider and staff moved children around to provide adequate spacing. TA was provided to ensure that children are spaced 18 inches apart while napping/sleeping.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 19 - Nap/Sleep Space Requirements
- Official code
- 19-02
Higher concern: Sleep safety
- Report finding
- The nap/sleep space was under furniture or against furniture that created a hazard. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.2, D Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed stacked chairs near two children in the in the first classroom to the right of the entrance in the building used for operation placed near the childrens heads. The staff removed the chairs creating a potential hazard at time of inspection away from children. TA was provided to ensure that children do not nap near or under furniture to eliminate potential hazards.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 19 - Nap/Sleep Space Requirements
- Official code
- 19-04
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 swing set on the older childrens playground with the chains heavily coated with rust build up]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B and F Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the swing set on the older childrens playground with the chains heavily coated with rust build up. The specialist ran her hand on the chains and rust appeared on her hands from touch. TA was provided to ensure that the chains are replaced and rust is eliminated by the due date. Extra time was allotted to align additional due dates.
- Correction status
- Due by September 4, 2025
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-03
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- Background screening was not completed: [ after a 90-day break in service.] CCF Handbook, Section 5.2 Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist determined that provider failed to initiate a resubmission in the Clearinghouse for background screening for the child care personnel listed on the supplemental. The staff left the facility mid year in 2024 and did not return to the facility until 4/28/2025. The staff advised to Licensing that she left the facility and the child care industry and worked another job during the break of service which was more than 90 days. TA was provided to ensure that the provider initiates a resubmission in Clearinghouse for background screening for the staff by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by August 15, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-07
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- Child care personnel failed to ensure arrival and departure times were complete and accurate at the time of arrival or departure. CCF Handbook, Section 7.5, B Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed attendance in the one year old classroom as well as the first classroom from the entrance in the building to the left used for operation. The attendance in the one year old classroom had 6 children signed in but 5 children present. The provider failed to sign the child out after transferring to another classroom. In the first classroom from the entrance with mixed ages the specialist observed attendance on the classroom roster that had children signed in in error who were not present for the day and children who were transferred to another classroom as well as children who were present were not signed in. The staff ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 46 - Daily Attendance
- Official code
- 46-03
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Areas of the facility were found to be in need of cleaning. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed a fan in the kitchen that had dust build up. Also, the air conditioning vent in the classroom near the kitchen in the second building was also observed with dust near the vent on the ceiling. Also, in the kitchen a white deep freezer was observed with rust on the bottom and the top of the unit with food items placed on top to include apples, bread and canned vegetables. TA was provided to ensure that the areas of the facility are clean and rust is eliminated by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by May 8, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-01
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed multiple area of the facility that are not in good repair. The specialist observed the ceiling of the main building that was stained with wet spots in multiple areas throughout the facility, air conditioning vents with rust present. In the two and three year old classroom the white column was observed with paint chipping and needing to be repainted. As well as the blue cabinets were observed with a knob missing and wall paper or paint chipping. In front of the half wall door in the same classroom a floor tile was observed cracked and missing a piece. In the girls restroom the hand washing sink was heavily corroded w ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by May 8, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- The facility did not have electrical outlet covers or the outlet covers were not in place. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, I (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed a strip of outlets on an extension cord near the television in the mixed classroom of two through five year old classroom that were not covered and placed on the ground accessible to children in care. The provider was also encouraged to secure the cords in the classroom. The provider immediately covered the outlets at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that outlets are covered at all times when accessible to children in care.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-18
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- A potentially harmful item, [Bleach 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, the Licensing specialist observed a spray bottle stored in the two and three year old classroom with a solution. The specialist asked the provider what substance is in the bottle. The staff replied bleach and water. The specialist asked the staff to label the bottle at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that spray bottles storing potentially harmful items are labeled at all times.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 13 - Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons
- Official code
- 13-01
Higher concern: Sleep safety
- Report finding
- A napping or sleeping infant who is not capable of rolling over was not positioned on his/her back and on a firm surface, or was swaddled, and the provider did not have written authorization for an alternate sleep position from a physician in the childs record. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.4, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed infants who are not capable of rolling over positioned sleep on the stomachs face down. The specialist asked the provider the ages of the infants and if the infants can roll. The staff replied the babies were six months old and not able to roll over yet. The specialist asked the provider to place the infants onto their backs at time of inspection and thoroughly discussed safe sleep practices. The staff placed the infants on their backs at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that infants are placed on their backs while sleeping for compliance with safe sleep practices if the infant cannot roll over.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 20 - Crib Requirements
- Official code
- 20-04
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- Toys, equipment and/or furnishings were not maintained in a sanitary condition and not cleaned and sanitized or disinfected following exposure to bodily fluids. CCF Handbook, Section 3.11, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed multiple indoor toys and furniture throughout the facility that were stained and needing to be cleaned. In the infant classroom, the specialist observed a playpen surface that was heavily stained, as well as a plush toy stained and an infant swing all in need of cleaning. In the middle and far right classrooms the specialist observed floor rugs in the one and two and three year old classroom in need of cleaning as well as baby dolls and other plush toys stained and not maintained in sanitary condition. Highchairs were also, observed in the one year old classroom that need to be cleaned. The three and four year old c ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by May 8, 2025
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- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 31 - Indoor Equipment
- Official code
- 31-05
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- The play equipment was not maintained in a safe or sanitary condition for the children to use in that [bird feces stains were observed on the outdoor toys and equipment on the younger childrens playground]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B and F (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed bird feces stained on the outdoor toys and equipment on the younger childrens playground. The plastic cars, bird feces were observed on the roof of the cars and sides. The provider was encouraged to power wash outdoor toys to eliminate bird feces, algae stains from trees and leaves and dirt build up. The specialist suggested the provider add a shed or covered area to store outdoor toys to ensure that they remain clean and sanitary condition. Extra time was allotted to align due dates. TA was provided to ensure that the outdoor toys and equipment are cleaned by the due date. Additional, TA was provided to ensure that ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by May 8, 2025
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- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-03
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The personnel/ volunteer (ten hours or more per month) record did not include a CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form signed annually. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the child care personnel listed on the supplemental with Child Abuse and Neglect form not signed annually. All of the staff currently signed the from on 3/13/2025. However, staff 1 and 2 signed the form last on 3/12/24 and staff 3 last signed on 3/8/25. The staff have an annual form signed it was, late. TA was provided to ensure that the form is signed annually and placed on file for Licensing to review.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-04
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Sleep safety
- Report finding
- A minimum distance of 18'' was not maintained between each napping/sleeping space. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.2, C Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the children in the middle mixed classrooms of three and four year old children during nap time not sleeping maintaining 18 inches apart from each other. The specialist advised the staff that the children must be placed 18 inches apart while napping. The staff immediately spaced the children to meet requirement at time of inspection. The specialist suggested to the provider to create a nap map to ensure children are spaced appropriately with accordance to the classroom. TA was provided to ensure that the facility maintains 18 inches apart during naptime.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 19 - Nap/Sleep Space Requirements
- Official code
- 19-02
Higher concern: Sleep safety
- Report finding
- The nap/sleep space was under furniture or against furniture that created a hazard. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.2, D Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the children in the middle mixed classrooms of three and four year old children during nap time sleeping near stacked chairs creating a potential hazard for children. The specialist advised the staff that the stacked chairs create a hazard and should be moved away from the sleeping children. The staff immediately removed the chairs away from the children at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that children are not placed near potential hazards or under furniture.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 19 - Nap/Sleep Space Requirements
- Official code
- 19-04
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 Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the specialist observed a pack of sliced ham in the refrigerator in the infant classroom that was expired as of 11/17/2024. The specialist also observed hamburger buns in the kitchen that were expired as of 11/16/2024 and 14/4/2024.The staff immediately discarded of the food item at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the provider follows the recommended expiration dates set by the manufacturer.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-18
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]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist determined that the child listed on the supplemental had an expired Immunization record as of 9/17/2024. TA was provided to ensure that the child has a current Immunization record by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by January 3, 2025
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- 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, the Licensing specialist determined that the child listed on the supplemental had an expired medical physical. The form was last dated 7/28/2022 and is good for two years. TA was provided to ensure that the child has a medical physical by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by January 3, 2025
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- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
- Official code
- 42-02
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The facility's driver did not have [ An annual physical examination which grants medical approval to drive]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.1 General Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, the counselor determined that the driver listed on the supplemental did not have a physical for conducting transportation annually. The staff had a physical documented last year on 7/17/2023 but had a physical documented this year on 8/12/2024. The counselor advised the provider that the drivers physical must be completed annually.0 TA was provided to ensure that the driver physicals are completed annually each year.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 06 - Driver's License, Physician Certification & First Aid/CPR Training
- Official code
- 06-01
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 inspection, the counselor observed some of the stationary equipment on the older childrens playground to include the orange slide with steps and a barrel with paint chipping, the metal blue boat and bus was also observed with paint chipping on the handle bars. As well as the 4 way seesaw paint was chipping on the handle bars on all four seats. Also, the yellow and blue climbing dome had paint chipping on two of the handles with rust present and a hole in one of the metal bars that had sharp edges. Some rust was present from the paint chipping. The counselor advised the provider to sand down the equipment and repaint the equipment. The provider stated they under ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by September 20, 2024
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- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-01
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- Background screening was not completed: [ after a 90-day break in service.] CCF Handbook, Section 5.2 Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, the counselor determined that the provider failed to resubmit the child care personnel listed on the supplemental prior to starting at the facility. The provider used a Background screening eligibility that was in the Clearinghouse and failed to rescreen the staff. The staffs last employment was not in the industry, staff was a substitute teacher in the school board education system. Staff last worked in the industry prior years ago and has not returned until the staff started at the facility in May 2024. The provider recently rescreened the staff in the Clearinghouse and her updated eligibility date was 8/19/2024. The counselor advised the provider ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-07
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documentation of an annual vehicle inspection for a vehicle used to transport children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4, A (Section 6.1, number 1) General Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, the counselor determined that the provider failed to complete an annual vehicle inspection for the vehicle used to transport children in care. The provider last completed a vehicle inspection last year on 2/11/2023. The provider recently inspected the vehicle this current year on 3/14/2024. The counselor reminded the provider that vehicle inspection must be completed each year annually. The current inspection should have been completed on or before 2/11/2024. TA was completed to ensure that going forward the provider completes the required vehicle inspection annually.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 07 - Vehicle Requirements
- Official code
- 07-04
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 (Section 12.4, number 6) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the counselor observed in both childrens restrooms of the bungalow the childrens cots were stacked and stored inside the restroom uncovered. The counselor advised that bedding can not be stored in restrooms to ensure it is sanitary unless it is in a cabinet. The counselor suggested that cots are stacked either in the classrooms or to utilize the storage room that is next to the girls restroom where provider is storing other items that are not being used. The provider stated they will move the cots from inside of the restrooms. At time of inspection, the provider moved the cots after children woke up from nap from out of the restroom to inside the cl ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- 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: [no food preparation sink inside the infant classroom when preparing bottles]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.1, A.7.
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the staff in the infant classroom with food items and baby water to prepare bottles. The counselor asked the provider if they preparing bottles in the classroom. The provider replied, yes they are. The counselor advised the provider that a additional sink is required that has hot water that reaches 100 degrees Fahrenheit. The counselor suggested other options of preparing the bottles to include having parents pre make the bottles and or preparing bottles in the kitchen area as needed for infants. The provider stated that they will prepare bottles in the kitchen as needed for infants and wash bottles after use starting at time ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-09
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 19.4, number 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, the counselor determined that the child care personnel listed on the supplemental did not sign Child Abuse and Neglect forms annually. The counselor advised that the form is required to be signed annually and must be signed for the current year on the same or previous date of the last signed form to remain compliance. TA was provided to ensure that the forms are signed annually each year. Counselor reviewed all 8 staff files.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-04
No recorded violations in this report
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The facility's written plan of scheduled activities was not posted in a conspicuous place accessible to the custodial parents or legal guardians. CCF Handbook, Section 2.6 General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the counselor observed no written planned activities schedule posted in the one and two year old classroom. The counselor advised that a schedule will need to be posted in the classroom. Provider immediately posted a classroom schedule in the classroom at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that a classroom schedule is posted at all times.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 09 - Planned Activities
- Official code
- 09-03
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, the counselor observed the refrigerators and freezers throughout the facility in need of cleaning. Also, the stove/oven needs to clean as well. TA was provided to ensure that the facility is cleaned by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by January 5, 2024
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- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-01
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the gold colored metal floor piece not screwed into the floor and apart from the floor in the girls restroom. Provider stated that she will have it screwed back down. Also, at the bottom of the floor near the door in the girls restroom there is a hole in the wall. Provider stated that there is a black cart they store in the restroom that caused a hole in the wall and provider will repair it. TA was provided to ensure that areas are repaired by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by January 5, 2024
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- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facilitys outdoor play space was not enclosed with fencing or walls a minimum of 4 feet in height. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, F Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the side of the smaller childrens playground on the backside of the gate facing the grassy alley the gate measured to 3 ft, 8 inches. The provider previously added latus material to reach the requirement for fencing but the latus was down on the ground and hanging since the zip tie is gone. Provider stated that she will place the latus back up and secure it in that part of the fence where it fell down. TA was provided to ensure that the fence is repaired and reaches the minimum of 4 ft by the due date. Extra time is allotted to align the due dates given.
- Correction status
- Due by January 5, 2024
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- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-05
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
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the counselor observed expired food items in the infant and one year old classroom as well as the kitchen food preparation area. Plain cream cheese expired as of 11/16/2023, Baby food green beans expired as of 09/30/2023 were observed in the infant and one year old classroom. The Natures own Butterbread was expired as of 12/07/2023 and the Wonder brand hot dog buns were expired as of 12/7/2023 as well were observed in the kitchen. Provider immediately discarded of the expired food items at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that provider follows the manufacturers expiration dates to ensure that expired food is not offered to children in care.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-18
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The facility's menu was not [ did not have substitutions noted]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, H
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the counselor determined that the provider provided a substitute food item to replace the scheduled menu item for todays date. The menu read lime beans, baked sweet potatoes, rice, cornbread and milk. The provider stated the children were offered baked beans, hot dogs, peaches and milk instead, but provider did not mark substituted food items on the current weeks menu. At the time of inspection, the provider documented the actual food items that the children ate for the day. TA was provided to ensure that if a substitution is offered that the food items are marked on the current weeks menu prior to the food being offered to the children in care.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 26 - Meal and Snack Menus
- Official code
- 26-01
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Diaper changing procedure was not posted in the changing area and/or was not followed. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, L
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the diaper changing stations in the one year old classroom as well as the infant classroom with no diaper changing procedures posted. The provider immediately posted diaper changing procedures at the time of inspection. Provider immediately posted diaper changing procedures near all diaper changing areas at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the procedures are posted at all times.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
- Official code
- 30-14
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The ground cover or other protective surface under the [the swings, stationary blue and red bikes, the merry go round, and the orange climbing equipment with yellow slide] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the counselor observed on the older childrens playground all of the stationary outdoor equipment to include the swings, stationary blue and red bikes, the merry go round, and the orange climbing equipment with yellow slide. On the smaller childrens playground the stationary blue car and the 4 way see saw were all observed not meeting the requirement of 6 inches in depth of a resilient surface of mulch. Provider had extra bags of mulch that was laid at time of inspection, but additional mulch is needed in order to be in compliance. TA was provided to ensure that the resilient surface of mulch is added by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by January 5, 2024
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- 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, the counselor determined that all child care personnel listed on the supplemental did not have annual documented exposure plan training for the current year. TA was provided to ensure that all staff complete the annual refresher blood borne pathogen training by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by January 5, 2024
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- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 35 - Communicable Disease Control
- Official code
- 35-12
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
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 19.2, number 1) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the renewal inspection, the counselor reviewed 20 children's files out of 60 enrolled and the child listed on the supplemental did not have a current student health examination on file within 30 days of enrollment. The child has been enrolled since 11/09/2022. Technical assistance was provided to ensure all children have a student health examination within 30 days of enrollment.
- Correction status
- Due by May 12, 2023
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- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
- Official code
- 42-01
Questions to ask
Suggested questions for parents based on recorded violations in inspection reports. If there are not enough source-backed violations, you will see general questions for daycare.
Finding-specific
Could you describe your current process for ensuring that daily child attendance records are accurate and complete?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records show that recent inspections identified instances where arrival and departure times were not fully documented or accurate. This question helps parents understand the current procedures in place to maintain reliable attendance tracking.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps does the center take to ensure that cleaning supplies and other hazardous materials are always stored securely and away from food preparation areas?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report noted concerns regarding the storage of cleaning products near food items. This question allows the provider to explain the current safety protocols used to keep these materials separate and inaccessible to children.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you monitor the playground fencing to ensure it remains secure and free of gaps?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- The available inspection records show that gaps in the playground fencing were previously identified. This question helps parents learn about the facility's current maintenance routine for outdoor play areas.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your current policy for ensuring that potentially harmful items, such as cleaning supplies, are kept in locked or inaccessible areas?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records indicate repeated findings regarding the accessibility of hazardous materials in various areas of the facility. This question provides an opportunity to discuss the current measures in place to keep such items out of reach.
Related violations
General question
How does the center handle the daily communication of important updates or changes in routine to families?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Establishing clear communication channels helps parents feel confident in how the center shares information about daily operations and safety practices. Understanding these routines assists families in staying informed about their child's care environment.