Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 2.55
- Local median
- 1.86
Haines City Academy LLC
225 N 14th St, Haines City, FL 33844
- License:
- C10PO0817
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 12, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, VPK, After School, Before School, Drop In, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care, Transportation, Weekend Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 5:00AM to 8:00PM; Sat: 5:00AM to 6:00PM; Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 81
- License expiration:
- July 15, 2026
Typical cost: $1,127 - $1,157 (Under 1)
Child’s age
$1,127 - $1,157/mo
Median daily rate: $52.00 - $53.40
Official Florida Division of Early Learning Polk County data.
Not this provider’s price.
Inspection snapshot
Recent higher-concern violation
At least one higher-concern violation appears in the last 12 months.
Next: Read reports, examine repeated topics below, look at the broader history, and ask what changed afterward.
Latest inspectionMarch 17, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMarch 17, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 31 available inspections for Haines City Academy LLC from March 14, 2023 through March 17, 2026.
16 inspections recorded violations, with 79 recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on March 12, 2026 and involved transportation, with a due date of March 22, 2026.
That higher-concern topic showed up in eight inspections.
A later inspection showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether it was a formal follow-up.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 31
- Recorded violations
- 79
- Higher-concern violations
- 27
- Repeated topics
- 8
4 in last 12 months
7 in last 12 months
3 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
31 total inspections vs 6 local median in 33844
Compared to 17 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 45%
- Local median
- 32%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 52%
- Local median
- 51%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 8
- Local average
- 3.12
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 7 inspections, with 16 recorded violations.
November 8, 2023February 29, 2024June 27, 2024November 5, 2024March 12, 2025April 15, 2025March 12, 2026Transportation
Appeared across 5 inspections, with 5 recorded violations.
November 8, 2023June 27, 2024March 12, 2025April 15, 2025March 12, 2026Staff training
Appeared across 4 inspections, with 5 recorded violations.
November 8, 2023December 11, 2023November 5, 2024March 12, 2025Equipment or readiness
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
November 8, 2023February 29, 2024November 6, 2025Hazardous access
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
February 29, 2024March 12, 2025November 6, 2025Health or food records
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
February 29, 2024March 12, 2025November 6, 2025Attendance accountability
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
June 27, 2024November 6, 2025Background screening
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
February 29, 2024November 5, 2024Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The facility's driver did not have [ Valid certificate(s) of course completion for first aid training and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) procedures]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the driver that is listed in the supplemental had an expired CPR and first aid card that expired 3/9/26. TA was provided the staff will need the training by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by March 22, 2026
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 06 - Driver's License, Physician Certification & First Aid/CPR Training
- Official code
- 06-01
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- A health deficiency having a low 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]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, there was a tv cord in the first classroom that was not secured to the wall. TA was provided that all cords have to be secured to the wall or unplugged when not in use and put out of the reach of children. The provider unplugged the cord and put it out of the reach of children during the inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-03
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]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed that the lighting in the back classroom of the right had two light bulbs burned out on both fan lights. The lighting only measured 12.26. TA was provided that the lighting is required to measure 20 ft candles. The provider replaced both light bulbs during the inspection, and the lighting was then in compliance. All other classrooms were measured and were in compliance.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 14 - Lighting, Temperature, and Ventilation
- Official code
- 14-01
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- A health deficiency having a low potential for harm to the children in care was observed. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed that the cord to the clock in the 2- and 3-year-old classroom was not secured to the wall. TA was provided that all cords accessible to children have to be secured to the wall to avoid a strangulation issue. The staff removed the clock during the inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-03
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The ground cover or other protective surface under the [the swing set ] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the mulch under the swig set only measures 2-4 inches. TA was provided that all stationary equipment must have 6 inches in depth 6 ft out and around. Mulch will need to be added by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by December 6, 2025
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-07
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 the inspection, the child listed in the supplemental had an expired Health form that was dated 3/14/23 and would have expired on 3/14/25. TA was provided that the child will need a new health form by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by December 6, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
- Official code
- 42-02
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- The attendance roster did not accompany the group of children in that [there were 2 children signed in and 4 children present.].CCF Handbook, Section 7.5, A Record Keeping [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed 4 children in the infant and 1 year old classroom and only 2 children were checked in on the classroom attendance. The staff corrected the attendance during the inspection. TA was provided: The attendance roster for the children was not current and did not represent the number of children inside the classroom. Technical assistance was provided that each classroom must have an attendance sheet/class roster for the group of children occupying that space. Attendance sheet/class roster must accompany the child care personnel and the group of children throughout the day should they leave the classroom. ENFORCEMENT
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 46 - Daily Attendance
- Official code
- 46-07
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- The facility did not have a current and approved annual fire safety inspection by the local fire authority. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, A (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed that last fire inspection was conducted on 6/10/24 and expired 6/10/25. The next fire inspection was not completed again until 6/27/25. TA was provided to make sure to have the fire inspection is completed annually and before the previous one expires. Fire drills were conducted on a monthly basis and a fire drill was conducted with the licensing specialist during the inspection. The approved fire system was used.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-02
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The vehicle alarm installed was not in working condition. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- The vehicle that is listed in the supplemental still does not have the van alarm in proper working order. The provider stated that they have an appointment on 4/22/25. TA was provided the alarm will need to be in proper working order by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by May 15, 2025
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 07 - Vehicle Requirements
- Official code
- 07-06
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 the inspection, the licensing specialist observed the floors in the facility had been cleaned except the floors in the VPK classroom TA was provided that the floors in the VPK classroom will also need to be cleaned before the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by May 15, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-01
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the re-inspection, the licensing specialist observed the area down by the baseboards for the door to the infant and 1 year old classroom had been repaired but not sanded and painted and still had peeling paint. The bookshelves in the VPK classroom still had not been sanded and painted. TA was provided the baseboards and the bookshelves will need to be sanded and painted by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by May 15, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The vehicle alarm installed was not in working condition. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, one bus did not have the horn sound within the required 1-minute time frame. TA was provided to have the alarm adjusted and the alarm will be required to sound in one minute if the green button is not pushed. The license plate information is listed in the supplemental. Licensing Specialist reviewed both vehicle inspections which are current through 6/8/25. Licensing Specialist reviewed the vehicle insurance which is valid through 8/18/25. Licensing Specialist reviewed the vehicle safety alarm for the vehicle(s) used to transport children. All alarm mechanisms were in proper working order and in accordance with the alarm requirements for the bus ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 11, 2025
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 07 - Vehicle Requirements
- Official code
- 07-06
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Areas of the facility were found to be in need of cleaning. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the floors up next to the baseboards throughout the VPK classroom and the 2- & 3-year-old classroom are dirty and the ceiling fans throughout the facility are in need of cleaning TA was provided to clean all flooring up next to the baseboards in the VPK and 2&3 year old classrooms and clean all ceiling fans throughout the facility.
- Correction status
- Due by April 11, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-01
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed a broken piece of Plexi glass on the wall in the 24-year-old classroom that was accessible to children. The broken Plexi glass is sharp and could cut a child. TA was provided to take the Plexi glass down until it can be replaced. At the base of the door to the infant and 1 year old classroom, the base of the frame has peeling paint. TA was provided repair, sand and paint. Several bookcases and wooden cabinets have peeling paint in the VPK classroom, these also need to be sanded and painted.
- Correction status
- Due by April 11, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- A safety deficiency having a low potential for harm to the children in care was observed. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, an infant was asleep in a crib with a shelf above it with many items on it. If things fell this could cause injury. TA was provided when the infant is in the crib, the crib has to be moved out from the wall, or the shelf should be removed. The staff moved the crib during the inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-06
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. (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, there were bags of frozen French fries, chicken nuggets and cut up chicken without expiration dates. TA was provided that all food when removed from the original packages must be labeled with expiration dates.
- Correction status
- Due by April 11, 2025
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-24
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Child care personnel who completed ELFL health and safety modules did not complete additional DEL-approved health and safety training by required date. (Section 3.2.A.2.a. and 3.2.C Training Requirements, Page 7) [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Comments At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed that the staff listed in the supplemental did not complete the required SR training by June 30, 2024. TA was provided that the staff will need to complete the health and nutrition and safety practices SR training by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by April 11, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-17
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The personnel/ volunteer (ten hours or more per month) record did not include a CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form signed annually. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- The staff listed in the supplemental have expired Abuse and Neglects that were all dated 2/24/24. TA the staff will need to complete a new form and these forms are due annually.
- Correction status
- Due by April 11, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-04
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]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, both intake vents are in need of cleaning. TA was provided to clean the vents on a regular basis.
- Correction status
- Due by December 5, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-01
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- All reading, painting and other close work areas did not have lighting equivalent to 50 foot candles on the work surface. CCF Handbook, Section 3.3.1, B Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the 4-year-old classroom had light bulbs burned out above the table also, the 3-year-old classroom had a section of burned-out bulbs. TA was provided that the light bulbs will need to be replaced and must measure the required 50 ft candles.
- Correction status
- Due by December 5, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 14 - Lighting, Temperature, and Ventilation
- Official code
- 14-02
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the 40 hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement. CCF Handbook Section 4.2.1
- Report comments
- The staff listed in the supplemental started in the industry on 7/26/23. TA was provided that the DCF 40-hour training should have been completed by 10/26/24.
- Correction status
- Due by December 5, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-01
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documentation to show completion of a Department approved five-hour early literacy and language development course for child care personnel within 12 months of date of employment in child care industry and/or the early literacy course documentation was not uploaded in the Florida Pathways/Registry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.2 and 4.5, C
- Report comments
- The staff listed in the supplemental started in the industry on 7/26/23 and did not complete the required 5-hour literacy by 7/26/24.
- Correction status
- Due by December 5, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-06
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]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the inspection, the staff listed in the supplemental has a screening that was dated 3/12/24 but she did not start working until 9/9/24. The staff should have had a re-submit done before being hired.
- Correction status
- Due by November 15, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-07
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The vehicle had missing, broken or non-operable seat belts and/or safety restraints. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.5
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection the licensing specialist observed two seat belt restraints on one van that was missing/broken. On a separate transportation van, a seat belt restraint did not clasp into the bottom clasp. The provider was advised to ensure that all seat belts are properly installed to maintain compliance of this standard.
- Correction status
- Due by July 8, 2024
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 08 - Seat Belts/Child Restraints
- Official code
- 08-04
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Areas of the facility were found to be in need of cleaning. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 10, number 1) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection the licensing specialist observed areas in the facility that was no cleaned. The wall in the 1s classroom had food residue dried on the wall, and debris on the diapering changing table in the 1s classroom needed to be cleaned. The provider was advised to clean these areas of the facility to maintain compliance of this standard.
- Correction status
- Due by July 26, 2024
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 10, number 1) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed torn carpet located under the window in the infant classroom. The provider was advised to ensure that the carpet was repaired to maintain compliance of this standard.
- Correction status
- Due by July 26, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
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 12.4, number 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection the licensing specialist observed several mats in different classroom with tears/rips with no impermeable surface. The provider replaced the mats for children to nap on immediately for today's use to resolve the noncompliance.
- 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
- The bath facility was not cleaned and/or sanitized or disinfected after each use. CCF Handbook, Section 3.7, G
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection the licensing specialist observed the middle toilet in the girl's bathroom in the main hallway was not cleaned. The provider was advised to ensure all toilets were cleaned/sanitized to maintain compliance. Technical assistance is provided to the facility to freshen the boy's bathroom to ensure that the smell is not as stringent.
- Correction status
- Due by July 26, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 21 - Restrooms and Bath Facilities
- Official code
- 21-10
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Hand hygiene procedures, including situations or times, were not posted in food preparation, diapering, and toileting areas. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.1, D
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection the licensing specialist observed no proper handwashing procedures posted in the 1 year old classroom. The provider was advised to ensure that handwashing procedures are posted near all food prep, diapering, and toileting to maintain the compliance of this standard.
- Correction status
- Due by July 26, 2024
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 29 - Health and Sanitation
- Official code
- 29-16
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Diaper changing occurred on a surface that was not impermeable. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, E (Section 12.3, number 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed the diapering changing mat in the infant classroom was not impermeable. Each of the corners were torn. The provider was advised to ensure the mat was replaced to maintain the compliance of this standard.
- Correction status
- Due by July 26, 2024
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
- Official code
- 30-06
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- The attendance roster did not accompany the group of children in that [they were outside for fire drill].CCF Handbook, Section 7.5, A
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the licensing specialist observed the classes outside without their daily attendance roster during the fire drills. The provider was advised to ensure that all classes take their attendance outside with them while they are outside for play time, and evacuation drills to maintain compliance. The noncompliance was resolved once the classes returned to the building and all children were accounted for. ENFORCEMENT
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 46 - Daily Attendance
- Official code
- 46-07
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
- Report finding
- A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [15] children is required. A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [18] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. General Requirements [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of inspection, Counselor observed 1 Child Care Personnel with 18 children (2-year-old to 3-year-old) inside a classroom. The required ratio is 1 Child Care Personnel to 15 children. Technical assistance was provided to adhere to child to Child Care Personnel ratio at all times. At the time of inspection, ratio was as follows Infants 4:1 Child Care Personnel • 1-year-old 5:1 Child Care Personnel • 1-year-old 6:1 Child Care Personnel • 2-year-old 3-year-old 18:1 Child Care Personnel • 2-year-old 4-year-old 5:1 Child Care Personnel • 3-year-old 4-year-old 15:1 Child Care Personnel • VPK 15:1 Child Care Personnel • Owner • Corrected ratio Infants 4:1 Child Care Person ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Ratio Sufficient
- Official code
- 03-01
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- A potentially harmful item, [cleaning chemicals ], was not labeled as required. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Counselor observed multiple spray bottles of cleaning chemicals without labels. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that spay bottles are labeled correctly. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that plastic bags are not accessible to the children in care. •
- Correction status
- Due by March 29, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 13 - Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons
- Official code
- 13-01
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, Counselor observed an orange see-saw with peeling paint all over. Also, the string connecting the mallet to the yellow and blue xylophone is showing signs of fraying with sharp pieces expose. Technical assistance was provided to repair or replace affected play equipment.
- Correction status
- Due by March 29, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Food Acceptance Log was missing or was incomplete in that it did not [have the time of arrival and log was not avialable for February 2024. ]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, E.1.
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Counselor determined that the facility's food acceptance log for 4/7/23 and 4/27/23, was missing the time of arrival. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that food acceptance logs are completed and maintained. Also, to ensure that the log include the delivery date, time of arrival, quantity and types of food, verification by the recipient of adequate temperatures of food, and the name and signature of the recipient.
- Correction status
- Due by March 29, 2024
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 27 - Catered Food and Food Provided by Outside Sources
- Official code
- 27-05
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, Counselor observed glue, shoes, and other miscellaneous items on the changing table in the 1-year-old classroom. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that only items related to diapering should be on the table changing table.
- Correction status
- Due by March 29, 2024
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
- Official code
- 30-07
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- The facility failed to maintain a current Employee/Contractor Roster for all child care personnel in the Clearinghouse. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, K
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, Counselor determined that the provider failed to maintain the employee roster. The Child Care Personnel listed on the attached supplemental was not added to the employee roster within 5 days. Technical assistance was provided to add or remove staff within ten days of the hire or departure date.
- Correction status
- Due by March 29, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-09
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- Children in the outdoor play area were not adequately supervised in that [a child was injured by classmates while playing outside]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4.1, A General Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, video footage obtained revealed that the teacher in the 4 year old age group inadequately supervised the children on the playground resulting in injuries to a child. The teacher walked passed the group of children that were hitting, punching, and kicking a child and did not stop them from fighting one another during the duration of playtime. The noncompliance is resolved because the teacher was terminated and no longer responsible for supervision of children in care.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
- Official code
- 04-04
Medium concern: Incident records
- Report finding
- Child care personnel failed to share the accident/incident form with the custodial parent/ legal guardian or the individual authorized to pick up child on the day that the incident occurred. CCF Handbook, Section 6.4, B & D Health Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the facility did not document the incident on a report. The noncompliance is resolved because the child is no longer in attendance.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 39 - Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation
- Official code
- 39-04
No recorded violations in this report
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 reinspection, the CCR counselor determined that the staff listed on the supplemental did not start the required DCF 40- hour training within 90 days of employment/industry start date. The staff opened the class but did not launch/start the course. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff start a class in Part 2 and/or test prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by January 10, 2024
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- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-03
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The facility's transportation log did not include [a driver signature on 11/3/23.]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.2 General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed transportation logs and observed on 11/3/2023, there is no driver signature. Technical assistance was given to the provider as a reminder that: Prior to transporting children by vehicle, the transportation log must be recorded with each childs name, the date and time of departure and initialed by child care personnel verifying that all children were accounted for and that the log is complete. Upon arrival at the destination by vehicle, the driver of the vehicle must: a. Mark each child off the log as the child departs the vehicle; b. Conduct a physical inspection and visual sweep of the vehicle interior to ensure that ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by December 7, 2023
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- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 05 - Transportation
- Official code
- 05-04
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facilitys outdoor play area contained litter, nails, glass or other hazards that posed a low potential for harm to children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed the following on the playground: the green privacy netting is torn/ripped in the front corner in multiple places 1. the wooden border in front of the swings is leaning inwards and has nails exposed 2. a piece of wood near the door has 2 areas of metal protruding upwards 3. the tic tac toe equipment has concrete exposed on the bottom 4. in the center pf the playground are tree roots that the counselor observed the children tripping over on 2 occasions 5. Technical assistance was given to the provider to replace the wood, remove the tree roots, replace the green mesh and cover the concrete on the tic tac toe equipment pr ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by December 7, 2023
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- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-01
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- The sink and/or toilet was not maintained in good operating condition, clean and/or sanitized or disinfected. CCF Handbook, Section 3.7, I Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the counselor observed a toilet in the boys' bathroom that was inoperable. Technical assistance was given to the provider to repair or replace the toilet prior to the due date/
- Correction status
- Due by December 7, 2023
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- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 21 - Restrooms and Bath Facilities
- Official code
- 21-11
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documentation to show child care personnel had begun the introductory training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.1
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed all staff files and determined that the staff listed on the supplemental did not start the required DCF 40-hour training within 90 days of employment/industry start date. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff start a class in Part 2 and/or test prior to the due date. The provider was reminded that training taken prior to employment in the child care industry does not constitute begin training. The begin training timeframes begin at the time of employment in the child care industry.
- Correction status
- Due by December 7, 2023
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- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-03
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The facility's transportation log did not include [driver, second sweep signature and/or time off vehicle.]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.2 (Section 6.2, number 3) General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed transportation logs since the last inspection & observed multiple days where there was no driver signature, second sweep signature and/or time off the vehicle. Technical assistance was given to the provider as a reminder that: Prior to transporting children by vehicle, the transportation log must be recorded with each childs name, the date and time of departure and initialed by child care personnel verifying that all children were accounted for and that the log is complete. Upon arrival at the destination by vehicle, the driver of the vehicle must: a. Mark each child off the log as the child departs the vehicle; b. Con ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by August 18, 2023
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- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 05 - Transportation
- Official code
- 05-04
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Frozen food was not [ labeled by date and type]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, F.2 and 3.
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed packages of frozen tater tots, french toast sticks, etc. in the freezer that were not labeled with type & date. The provider sated the foods while the counselor was present. Technical assistance was given to the provider that once removed from the original packaging, the foods must be labeled with either the manufacturers expiration date (if still in an opened package) or labeled with the date the package was opened.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-24
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Child Care personnel, who were not in compliance with training requirements when they left the industry, did not complete required training and any new mandated training before returning to the industry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.3, B
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed all staff files and determined that the staff listed on the supplemental did not successfully start or complete the Departments training within 12 months from the date of employment in the child care industry. The CCR counselor determined the staff started in the industry in January 2012 and left in March 2012. This was confirmed by having a conversation with the staff who confirmed she did start in 2012 but had forgotten. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff start complete/pass tests prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by July 27, 2023
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- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-05
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Documentation of in-service training was not recorded on CF-FSP Form 5268, Child Care In-service Training Record. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.7, B (Section 18.6, numbers 5 and 6) [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed all staff files and observed the staff listed on the supplemental did not have an in-service log for the fiscal year 2021 - 2022 in the file. The counselor observed a training certificate in the file that shows the staff did complete 10-hours in-service training. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff document on an in-service log prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by July 27, 2023
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- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-08
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The facility did not maintain documentation that the parent(s) or legal guardian(s) of each child were provided information regarding the potential for distracted adults to fail to drop off a child and leave them in the car annually during the months of April and September in that [the brochure was not distributed during the month of April 2023.]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.3, C.5.
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the provider stated the facility forgot to distribute the distracted adult brochure during the month of April 2023. Technical assistance was given to the provider as a reminder that the distracted adult brochure must be distributed twice annually during the months of April & September.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- RECORD KEEPING - 43 - Enrollment Information
- Official code
- 43-10
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 the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed all staff files and determined the staff listed on the supplemental had an expired Child Abuse & Neglect form in their file. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff sign prior to the due date. The provider was reminded this form must be signed annually on or before the prior year's date.
- Correction status
- Due by July 27, 2023
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- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-04
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- The facility failed to maintain a current Employee/Contractor Roster for all child care personnel in the Clearinghouse. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, K
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed the facility's employee/staff roster through the Clearinghouse and observed there were several staff who were no longer employed and/or who were not added to the roster. The provider stated they forgot the password and had to create/request a new account. Technical assistance was given to the provider to update the roster prior to the due date. Additionally, the provider was reminded that the facility currently has 10 days to remove any staff who have retired, resigned, transferred or were terminated from the facility and 10 days to add any new staff. Note: technical assistance was given to the provider that the rule w ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by July 27, 2023
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- 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.]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1, D, E, and F
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the reinspection, the CCR counselor had a phone conversation with the provider who stated they were unable to contact someone in New York to obtain the abuse and neglect report for the staff listed on the supplemental. The CCR counselor contacted New York and obtained the form for the provider. The form was emailed to the provider on today's date to request the report. Technical assistance was given to the provider to obtain prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by June 21, 2023
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- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-11
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- Child care personnels Level 2 documentation was incomplete in that [ A copy of out-of-state child abuse and neglect registry search is missing.]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1, D, E, and F
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the reinspection, the staff listed on the supplemental still did not have an abuse and neglect report from New York. Technical assistance was given to the provider to obtain the report prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by May 17, 2023
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- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-11
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The facility's driver did not have [ Valid certificate(s) of course completion for first aid training and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) procedures]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.1 General Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the reinspection, the CCR counselor received via email an updated CPR card for the driver listed on the supplemental. The course was an online course. Technical assistance was given to the provider that CPR must be an instructor-based skill assessments by a certified CPR instructor and to complete prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by April 9, 2023
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- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 06 - Driver's License, Physician Certification & First Aid/CPR Training
- Official code
- 06-01
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 inspection, the CCR counselor observed the sign located in the front of the building by the road was missing the facility's license number. Technical assistance was given to the provider to add the license number prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by April 13, 2023
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- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 01 - License Displayed/Citation Posted/Advertising
- Official code
- 01-03
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The facility's transportation log did not include [driver or second sweep signature.]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.2 General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed transportation logs and observed multiple days there was no driver or second seep signature. Technical assistance was given to the provider as a reminder that: Prior to transporting children by vehicle, the transportation log must be recorded with each childs name, the date and time of departure and initialed by child care personnel verifying that all children were accounted for and that the log is complete. Upon arrival at the destination by vehicle, the driver of the vehicle must: a. Mark each child off the log as the child departs the vehicle; b. Conduct a physical inspection and visual sweep of the vehicle interior ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 13, 2023
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- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 05 - Transportation
- Official code
- 05-04
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The facility's driver did not have [ An annual physical examination which grants medical approval to drive, Valid certificate(s) of course completion for first aid training and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) procedures]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.1 General Requirements [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed staff files and observed the staff listed on the supplemental had expired driver's physical's and/or expired CPR and had been transporting per the facility's transportation logs. Technical assistance was given to the provider to obtain a current physical and CPR prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by March 24, 2023
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- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 06 - Driver's License, Physician Certification & First Aid/CPR Training
- Official code
- 06-01
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 the inspection, the CCR counselor observed the following: multiple AC vents were very dirty and had excessive dust/debris 1. both bathrooms need to be cleaned (urine on floor, dead roach under cabinet, and sinks, walls) 2. rugs in classrooms need to be cleaned or removed 3. walls need to be scrubbed in hallway 4. Technical assistance was given to the provider to clean all areas prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by April 13, 2023
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- 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 Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed the following: the bathroom cabinets have rotten wood along the bottom 1. some of the bathroom sinks are leaking (buckets with water underneath) 2. peeling paint in multiple classrooms 3. electrical outlets in 1-year-old class have covers and tape holding them in place - tape needs to be removed and either new covers, outlets or both 4. a TV located in the 2- & 3-year-old class has a cord hanging that needs to be secured to the wall 5. sections of the wall molding was observed separated from the wall in multiple rooms 6. Technical assistance was given to the provider to repair all areas prior to the due date. Haines Ci ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 13, 2023
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- 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
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed missing electrical outlet covers in the first classtoom. The provider installed the covers placing them back into compliance for this standard.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-18
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Indoor and outdoor play areas were not inspected daily for basic health and safety and/or any problems were not corrected before the play area is used by children and/or daily inspection logs were not maintained for 12 months. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the inspection, the facility did not have a daily inspection checklist available for review. Technical assistance was given to the provider to begin using the checklist and was reminded that indoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety and documented on a daily inspection log. Any problems must be corrected before the play area is used by children and documentation of the indoor play area inspection must be maintained for 12 months.
- Correction status
- Due by April 13, 2023
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- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-19
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- Harmful items including cleaning supplies, flammable products, poisonous, toxic, and hazardous materials were accessible to children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed a can of disinfectant spray located in an unlocked cabinet in a classroom. The provider removed the item placing them back into compliance for this standard.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 13 - Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons
- Official code
- 13-03
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 CCR counselor observed multiple classrooms with light fixtures that were inoperable or dim and the lighting measured 7.19 - 10.57 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 April 13, 2023
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- 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 CCR counselor observed the following: an electrical box mounted on the wall on the playground with exposed wires 1. an open/torn bag of mulch/dirt 2. a broken/cracked chair with a piece of metal exposed 3. exposed concrete near the tic tac toe equipment 4. a broken support pole for the shade cloth (missing a section) 5. multiple areas of exposed landscape fabric 6. a loose wire along the fenceline 7. Technical assistance was given to the provider to repair/remove prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by April 13, 2023
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- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-01
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The base of the fence in the outdoor play area was not at ground level and could allow inside or outside access by children or animals. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, F Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed the double gate facing the road had a gap of 5 inches. Technical assistance was given to the provider to add a barrier or have the gates re-leveled prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by April 13, 2023
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- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-07
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 the inspection, the CCR counselor observed a torn nap mat. The provider removed the mat placing the facility back into compliance. Technical assistance was given to the provider to monitor all nap mats and replace as needed.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 18 - Bedding and Linens
- Official code
- 18-06
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Frozen food was not [ labeled by date and type]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, F.2 and 3.
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed an opened package of frozen waffles, french toast sticks and french fries 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 labeled with the date the package was opened.
- Correction status
- Due by April 13, 2023
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- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-24
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Food Acceptance Log was missing or was incomplete in that it did not [have available for review.]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, E.1.
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the provider stated the facility orders pizza once a month and did not have a food acceptance log available for review. Technical assistance was given to the provider that this is considered catered food and the facility must maintain & keep on file a food acceptance log that includes the delivery date, time of arrival, quantity and types of food, verification by the recipient of adequate temperatures of food, and the name and signature of the recipient and kept for 12 months. A sample food acceptance log was printed, reviewed and left with the provider for reference/use.
- Correction status
- Due by April 13, 2023
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- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 27 - Catered Food and Food Provided by Outside Sources
- Official code
- 27-05
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- Inspections were not conducted and documented monthly of all supports, above and below the ground, all connectors, and moving parts. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the provider failed to conduct a monthly inspection for the month of February 2023. Technical assistance was given to the provider as a reminder that monthly inspections should also include areas of the facility are free from fire hazards, such as lint build up in heating and air vents, filters, exhaust fans, ceiling fans, and dryer vents. This includes grease build-up in ovens, stoves and food equipment.
- Correction status
- Due by April 13, 2023
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- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-04
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documentation to show child care personnel had begun the introductory training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.1
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed all staff files and determined that the staff listed on the supplemental did not start the required DCF 40 hour training within 90 days of employment/industry start date. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff start a class in Part 1 or Part 2 prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by April 13, 2023
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- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-03
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Child Care personnel, returning to the industry and who were in compliance with training requirements when they left the industry, did not complete new mandated training within 90 days of employment. CCF Handbook, Section 4.3, A
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed all staff files and determined that the staff listed on the supplemental had not completed the required 40 hour DCF training when they left the industry, nor completed upon return. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff start and complete/pass tests prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by April 13, 2023
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- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-04
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documented proof that all child care personnel were trained and knowledgeable within 30 days of date of hire in [ the use of fire extinguishers]. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.3 and 4.2.5
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed all staff files and determined that the staff listed on the supplemental did not have documentation of fire extinguisher training in their file and had been employed more than 30 days. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff complete prior to the due date. Additional technical assistance was given to the provider as a reminder that all child care personnel shall be trained in the use and operation of a fire extinguisher, at each facility they are employed, within 30 days of date of hire. The facility must maintain documentation in their file that all child care personnel have completed training ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 13, 2023
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- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-09
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documented proof that child care personnel participating in the transportation of children were trained on safe transportation practices prior to participating in transportation of children. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.6
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed all staff files and observed the staff listed on the supplemental has not completed transportation safety training to date of this inspection and is currently transporting children per the transportation logs. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff complete either through the Department's Transportation Safety course or the Early Learning Florida's Precautions in Transporting Children course prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by April 13, 2023
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- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-10
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The facility did not have a written exposure plan regarding safety precautions for exposure to blood and potentially infectious fluids. CCF Handbook, Section 6
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the provider did not have an exposure policy in place. Technical assistance was given to the provider to develop a written exposure plan regarding universal safety precautions recommended by the CDC to follow in the event there is exposure to blood and potentially infectious fluids prior to the due date. Additionally, child care personnel are required to be educated on the facilitys exposure plan regarding standard precautions before beginning to work and annually thereafter. Written documentation that child care personnel have participated in the facilitys annual refresher education for the exposure plan and understand the proper procedures in ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 13, 2023
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- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 35 - Communicable Disease Control
- Official code
- 35-11
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The facility does not have documentation for all child care personnel on required annual refresher education of the facilitys exposure plan. CCF Handbook, Section 6
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed all staff files and observed the staff listed on the supplemental did not have documentation of completing the facility's exposure plan. Technical assistance was given to the provider to complete prior to the due date and was reminded that personnel are required to be educated on the facility's exposure plan regarding standard precautions before beginning to work and annually thereafter.
- Correction status
- Due by April 13, 2023
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- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 35 - Communicable Disease Control
- Official code
- 35-12
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facilitys posted emergency information did not include the following: [ directions to the facility; including major intersections and local landmarks]. CCF Handbook, Section 6.3, A Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed the emergency phone numbers posted was missing directions to the facility. Technical assistance was given to the provider as a reminder that the emergency numbers must include: 911, ambulance, fire, police, poison control center, Florida Abuse Hotline, and the county public health department. Additionally, the address and directions to the facility must be posted with descriptions of major intersections and local landmarks. Additional technical assistance was given to the provider to update the emergency phone list prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by April 13, 2023
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- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 38 - Emergency Telephone Numbers
- Official code
- 38-01
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- An employment history verification was not documented and on file. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, D
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed all staff files and determined the staff listed on the supplemental had an incomplete 5-year work history in their file. (no verifications completed and/or not a full 5-years' worth of employment). Technical assistance was given to the provider to complete prior to the due date. The provider was reminded that 5-year employment history's must include the following: (3) attempts must be made and documented and failed attempts to obtain employment history must be documented in the personnel file and include date, time, and the reason the information was not obtained 1. A complete 5 years' worth of prior employment must be ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 13, 2023
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- 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
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed the facility's employee/staff roster through the Clearinghouse and observed there were several staff who were no longer employed and/or who were not added to the roster. Technical assistance was given to the provider to update the roster prior to the due date. Additionally, the provider was reminded that the facility has 10 days to remove any staff who have retired, resigned, transferred or were terminated from the facility and 10 days to add any new staff.
- Correction status
- Due by April 13, 2023
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
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed all staff files & observed the staff listed on the supplemental had resided outside of the state of Florida within the past 5 years and did not have 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 April 13, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-11
Questions to ask
Suggested questions for parents based on recorded violations in inspection reports. If there are not enough source-backed violations, you will see general questions for daycare.
Finding-specific
Could you describe your current process for ensuring all drivers maintain up-to-date first aid and CPR certifications?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records show an inspection in March 2026 identified a driver whose certification had expired. This question helps clarify how the center tracks staff training requirements to ensure compliance.
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Finding-specific
How do you ensure that accurate attendance rosters are always with the children, especially during transitions like outdoor play or emergency drills?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report notes multiple instances where attendance rosters did not accurately reflect the children present or were not with the group during activities. This question helps understand the current procedures for maintaining accurate supervision records.
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Finding-specific
What steps are taken to regularly inspect the facility for potential hazards, such as unsecured cords or damaged equipment?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records show repeated findings related to facility maintenance and potential hazards, such as unsecured cords and damaged surfaces. This question helps parents understand the center's approach to maintaining a safe environment.
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Finding-specific
How does the center verify and document that all staff members have completed the required background screening process before they begin working with children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records show findings regarding background screening documentation and employee roster maintenance. This question helps clarify the center's current administrative practices for staff onboarding.
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General question
What is your daily routine for checking the condition of shared equipment and play areas to ensure everything remains in good repair?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Regular equipment checks are essential for maintaining a high-quality environment for children. This question helps parents understand how the provider manages ongoing facility upkeep and safety.