Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 1.96
- Local median
- 1.39
Phoenix Christian Academy LLC
3079 Cypress Gardens Rd, Winter Haven, FL 33884
- License:
- C10PO0862
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 12, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, VPK, After School, Before School, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care, Transportation
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 102
- License expiration:
- October 14, 2026
Typical cost: $1,127 - $1,157 (Under 1)
Child’s age
$1,127 - $1,157/mo
Median daily rate: $52.00 - $53.40
Official Florida Division of Early Learning Polk County data.
Not this provider’s price.
Inspection snapshot
Recent higher-concern violation
At least one higher-concern violation appears in the last 12 months.
Next: Read reports, examine repeated topics below, look at the broader history, and ask what changed afterward.
Latest inspectionJune 9, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMarch 18, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 23 available inspections for Phoenix Christian Academy LLC from February 9, 2023 through June 9, 2026.
15 inspections recorded violations, with 45 recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on June 9, 2026 and involved emergency preparedness, with a due date of July 9, 2026.
Transportation was a higher-concern topic that showed up in one inspection.
The available reports do not include a later inspection with no recorded violations after that violation.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 23
- Recorded violations
- 45
- Higher-concern violations
- 9
- Repeated topics
- 7
5 in last 12 months
8 in last 12 months
1 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
23 total inspections vs 17.5 local median in 33884
Compared to 16 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 30%
- Local median
- 21%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 65%
- Local median
- 48%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 7
- Local average
- 3.56
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 11 recorded violations.
October 3, 2023June 4, 2024February 4, 2025May 13, 2025June 13, 2025February 11, 2026Equipment or readiness
Appeared across 5 inspections, with 7 recorded violations.
February 7, 2024June 4, 2024May 13, 2025February 11, 2026June 9, 2026Health or food records
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
September 11, 2024February 4, 2025June 9, 2026Staff training
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
June 4, 2024May 13, 2025June 13, 2025Attendance accountability
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
June 4, 2024July 10, 2024Recordkeeping
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
February 4, 2025February 11, 2026Sleep safety
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
May 13, 2025June 13, 2025Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- Fire drills conducted during the licensure year did not include the following [a fire drill during the month of May 2026.]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.4, C Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the fire drill log and determined that the provider failed to conduct a fire drill for the month of May 2026 and document its completion on the log. TA was provided to ensure that the fire drill is made up and documented as a make up for the missed month of May 2026. Fire extinguishers were last tagged and serviced October 2025. Extra time allotted to align due dates
- Correction status
- Due by July 9, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-07
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 Licensing specialist observed a package of shredded non dairy cheese stored in the refrigerator in the kitchen that was expired as of 5/9/2026. The provider immediately discarded of the expired food item at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the provider follows the recommendation for expiration dates set by the manufacturer.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-18
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The ground cover or other protective surface under the [ Near the black tires and green metal climbing barrel as well as near the red slide with stairs and a barrel the mulch measured to 5 inches in depth. ] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the resilient surface of mulch on the older childrens playground near the front door did not meet 6 inches in depth and 6 feet in perimeter near stationary equipment. Near the black tires and green metal climbing barrel as well as near the red slide with stairs and a barrel the mulch measured to 5 inches in depth. TA was provided to ensure that the mulch measures to 6 inches in dept and 6 feet in perimeter by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by July 9, 2026
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-07
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- A safety deficiency having a low potential for harm to the children in care was observed. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the 3 vans used to transport children in care with the fire extinguishers in the van placed underneath the passengers side seat in a fire extinguisher holder that was not secured onto anything. The specialist advised the provider to attach the holder onto the inside of the vehicles to secure it in place to eliminate a potential safety hazard. TA was provided to ensure that the fire extinguishers are secured in the vehicles by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by March 13, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-06
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 Licensing specialist observed the childrens red painted bikes on the older childrens playground with paint chipping and peeled off. Also, the yellow metal dome climber on the bottom bar the metal material has disintegrated and paint was observed chipping. The metal bar was broken in a few areas that created sharp pointy areas. In the one year old classroom hand washing sink rust was observed on the inside of the sink near both of the drains. On the toddler playground rust was observed on the gate of the fencing leading to the outdoor classroom. When the specialist touched the fence rust appeared on her hands. TA was provided to ensure that the p ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by March 13, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-01
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 Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the near the handwashing sink in the one year old classroom only the handwashing procedures to include how to was your hands was posted. In the kitchen near the hand washing sink there were no handwashing procedures posted. The provided immediately posted the hand washing procedures in the required areas to include how and when to wash hands at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that near hand washing sinks where food preparation, toileting and diapering occur handwashing procedures are posted to include how and when to wash hands.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 29 - Health and Sanitation
- Official code
- 29-16
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The personnel/ volunteer (ten hours or more per month) record did not include a CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form signed annually. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, C Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the child care personnel listed on the supplemental did not sign the Child Abuse and Neglect form annually. The staff last signed the form on 2/4/2025. At time of inspection the provider had some of the staff who were present during time of inspection sign the form on todays date. Also, the provider advised that one of the staff is away from the facility but still employed but has not worked since the summer of 2025. The provider is aware that when the staff returns to the facility a current form is required. TA was provided to ensure that the staff have current Child Abuse and Neglect forms and the forms are signed ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by March 13, 2026
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-04
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The facility's transportation log was not retained for a minimum of twelve months. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.2, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the facility to maintain the facilitys transportation log at the facility. On 2/4/25, Provider was advised that each Child Care Center are standalone sites and are required to have transportation log at the site where the children are transported from or to. Technical assistance was provided that a log must be maintained for all children being transported in a vehicle or on foot away from and/or to the premises of the child care facility. The log must be retained on file at the facility for a minimum of 12 months and available for review by the licensing authority. This standard was brought back into compliance w ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 05 - Transportation
- Official code
- 05-03
No recorded violations in this report
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 reinspection, Licensing Specialist observed that there were several nap mats were stored under the changing table. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that only items related to diapering should be on-in the table changing table. This standard was brought back into compliance when Provider removed the nap mats and any other items not related to diapering from under/one the changing table. •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
- Official code
- 30-07
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
- At the time of reinspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental did not complete DCF 40-hour introductory training. Child Care Personnel industry start date 1/13/20 and has not completed training. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that the Child Care Personnel successfully complete DCF 40-hour training and exam.
- Correction status
- Due by July 13, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-01
Higher concern: Sleep safety
- Report finding
- The bedding available was not safe and poses a threat to the health, safety or well-being of a child in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1 Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed several nap mats store in the bathroom on top of a cabinet inside a clear bag that was not completed secured and open to the elements. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that bedding and linens, when not in use, must be stored in a sanitary manner which prevents the spread of germs or lice from other linens. All bedding and linens must be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized at least once a week, and before use by another child. Bedding and linens shall not be stored in the bathroom, unless stored in cabinets. This standard was brought back into compliance when Provider removed the unsealed clear bag of nap mats fr ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 18 - Bedding and Linens
- Official code
- 18-02
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Areas of the facility were found to be in need of cleaning. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed several vents throughout the facility with a thick coat of dust. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that the ceiling vents are cleaning regularly.
- Correction status
- Due by June 12, 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 Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the sink in the bathroom inside the classroom with a capacity 18 not in good repair. The sink was being held up with a board and the sink was still wobbling and moved when pressure was put on the sink. Technical assistance was provided to repair or replace prior to due date. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that the fire extinguishers with a minimum rating of 2A:10BC are properly installed •
- Correction status
- Due by June 12, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
Higher concern: Sleep safety
- Report finding
- The bedding available was not safe and poses a threat to the health, safety or well-being of a child in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1 Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed several nap mats store in the bathroom on top of a cabinet inside a clear bag that was not completed secured and open to the elements. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that bedding and linens, when not in use, must be stored in a sanitary manner which prevents the spread of germs or lice from other linens. All bedding and linens must be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized at least once a week, and before use by another child. Bedding and linens shall not be stored in the bathroom, unless stored in cabinets.
- Correction status
- Due by June 12, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 18 - Bedding and Linens
- Official code
- 18-02
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 Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed several torn and ripped nap mats for the children in care. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all nap mats are in good repair and with impermeable surface.
- Correction status
- Due by June 12, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 18 - Bedding and Linens
- Official code
- 18-06
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Items unrelated to diaper changing were stored in the diaper changing area or placed on the diaper changing table/surface. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, G Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed art projects created by the children on the changing table in the 1-year-old classroom. Also, there were several nap mats were 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 June 12, 2025
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
- Official code
- 30-07
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The equipment used in the outdoor play area was not constructed and maintained according to manufacturers recommendations, and/or to allow for water drainage or open containers for water play were not emptied. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, F Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed several toys and tables in the rear playground with standing water. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that any open containers with water must be emptied immediately after use, i.e. pots, toys, or other equipment that collects water. Technical assistance was provided to remove the rotted tree stomp off the front playground as it poses a tripping hazard. Lastly, to install the stationary car appropriately without using zip ties. •
- Correction status
- Due by June 12, 2025
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-09
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
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental did not complete DCF 40-hour introductory training. Child Care Personnel industry start date 1/13/20 and has not completed training. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that the Child Care Personnel successfully complete DCF 40-hour training and exam.
- Correction status
- Due by June 12, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-01
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facility's first aid kit was missing the following items: [ Soap and hand sanitizer, Digital thermometer, A current resource guide on first aid and CPR procedures]. CCF Handbook, Section 6.2, C Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of reinspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the facilitys transportation vans were equipped with First Aid kit, however, was missing several items such as soap and hand sanitizer, digital thermometer, and a current resource guide on first aid and CPR procedures. It should be noted that the van was used this morning and Licensing Specialist observed the Driver and Child Care Personnel preforming vehicle sweep. Technical assistance was provided that to ensure that first aid kits are present during transportation and meet the minimum standards.
- Correction status
- Due by June 12, 2025
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 37 - First Aid Requirements
- Official code
- 37-06
No recorded violations in this report
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 Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the fence surrounding the air condition unit on the back playground fence not in good repair. The fence gap was over 7-inch gap. Technical assistance was provided to repair the fence prior to the due date. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that the playground equipment is in good condition and free of rust. •
- Correction status
- Due by March 6, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-06
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Bedding and/or linens were not stored in a sanitary manner. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1, G & H Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed several nap mats store in the bathroom on top of a cabinet not inside of the cabinet. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that bedding and linens, when not in use, must be stored in a sanitary manner which prevents the spread of germs or lice from other linens. All bedding and linens must be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized at least once a week, and before use by another child. Bedding and linens shall not be stored in the bathroom, unless stored in cabinets.
- Correction status
- Due by March 6, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 18 - Bedding and Linens
- Official code
- 18-12
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The facility does not have documentation for all child care personnel on required annual refresher education of the facilitys exposure plan. CCF Handbook, Section 6 Health Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the Child Care Personnel did not have a current exposure plan training on file. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all Child Care Personnel have a current exposure plan on file.
- Correction status
- Due by March 6, 2025
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 35 - Communicable Disease Control
- Official code
- 35-12
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The personnel/ volunteer (ten hours or more per month) record did not include a CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form signed annually. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, C Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the Child Care Personnel listed on supplemental did not have current CF- FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form signed annually. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that the CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form are signed annually. At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist reviewed all Child Care Personnel files, totaling 17. •
- Correction status
- Due by March 6, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-04
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Stored food was not consumed or discarded on or before the expiration date listed by the manufacturer. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed a box of Very Berry Cheerios that expired on August 13, 2024, in the kitchen. Technical assistance provided to discarded on or before the expiration date listed by the manufacturer. The standard was brought back into compliance when provider trashed the expired foods.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-18
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- The attendance roster did not accompany the group of children in that [the roster did not reflect the actual number of children inside the classroom].CCF Handbook, Section 7.5, A
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed 4 (1-year-old 2-year-old) children inside a classroom. However, the attendance roster showed 5 children. Child Care Personnel advised that the other child was moved to the 2-year-old classroom. Technical assistance was provided that each classroom must have an attendance sheet/class roster for the group of children occupying that space. Attendance sheet/class roster must accompany the child care personnel and the group of children throughout the day should they leave the classroom. This standard was brought back into compliance when provider moved the child backing inside the appropriate classroom. • ENFORCEMENT
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 46 - Daily Attendance
- Official code
- 46-07
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 an updated daily indoor and outdoor checklist. The last time the indoor and outdoor inspection was documented on March 1, 2024. The provider was reminded that indoor and outdoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety and documented on a daily inspection log and any problems must be corrected before the play area is used by children. Technical assistance was also provided to ensure that vents are dusted regularly. •
- Correction status
- Due by July 4, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-19
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facilitys outdoor play area contained litter, nails, glass or other hazards that posed a low potential for harm to children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the metal storage shed on the playground with a metal panel not secured. The metal panel is exposed and can cause harm/injury to the children in care. Also, there are holes on the side of the shed in which children can be injury. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that the playground and items on the playground are safe and in good repair. Technical assistance was provided to monitor the metal play equipment for peeling paint. •
- Correction status
- Due by July 4, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-01
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documentation to show child care personnel had begun the introductory training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.1
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental did not began the introductory training within 90 days of employment in the child care. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that Child Care Personnel begin training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry.
- Correction status
- Due by July 4, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-03
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- The attendance roster did not accompany the group of children in that [it did reflection the actually number of children inside the classroom].CCF Handbook, Section 7.5, A
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed 5 2-year-old classroom inside a classroom. However, the attendance roster showed 7 children. Child Care Personnel advised that two children were moved to the 1-year-old classroom. Also, Licensing Specialist observed 3 children inside a mixed classroom (1-year-old 2-year-old). However, the attendance roster showed 1 child. Child Care Personnel advised that two children were moved from the 2-year-old 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 ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by July 4, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 46 - Daily Attendance
- Official code
- 46-07
No recorded violations in this report
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The facility failed to include their license number when advertising. s.402.318, F.S.
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed the sign located near 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 March 6, 2024
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 01 - License Displayed/Citation Posted/Advertising
- Official code
- 01-03
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The frame of the [yellow bus equipment] was not securely anchored in the ground or stationary by design. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed the yellow bus stationary equipment was not anchored in any of the 4 support bars. Technical assistance was given to the provider to add anchors or remove from the playground prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by March 6, 2024
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-02
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The play equipment was not maintained in a safe or sanitary condition for the children to use in that [tires on a piece of equipment were observed cracked/splitting.]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B and F Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed the blue stationary car had 2 front tires that were dry rotted/cracked/splitting. Also, the grey plastic playhouse was cracked/broken on the top. Technical assistance was given to the provider to replace the tires and repair the crack in the playhouse or remove the equipment from the playground prior to the due date. Lastly, technical assistance was given to the provider to sand and paint the yellow jungle gym and green barrel as they are showing signs of rust.
- Correction status
- Due by February 17, 2024
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-03
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Indoor and outdoor play areas were not inspected daily for basic health and safety and/or any problems were not corrected before the play area is used by children and/or daily inspection logs were not maintained for 12 months. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the inspection, the facility did not have a daily indoor and outdoor checklist. A sample daily checklist was reviewed and emailed to the provider on today's date for use going forward. The provider was reminded that indoor and outdoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety and documented on a daily inspection log and any problems must be corrected before the play area is used by children. Technical assistance was provided that when dusting the vents, ensure the bathroom vents are being dusted to.
- Correction status
- Due by November 2, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-19
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 (Section 10.1, number 2) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the work areas did not have sufficient lightening. The lightning was under 50-foot candles under the reading, painting, and other close work areas. Technical assistance was provided that all areas thorough out the facility that have reading, painting and other close work areas need to measure at 50-foot candles. Provider was able to re-arrange the classroom putting the standard back into compliance. •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 14 - Lighting, Temperature, and Ventilation
- Official code
- 14-02
No recorded violations in this report
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 reinspection the counselor observed ranch salad dressing expired as of 6/18/23, Barbeque sauce expired as of 12/2/21 and Quaker caramel rice crisps expired as of 7/7/23. Provider immediately threw expired items into the garbage can. Provider also stated that some of the food items were recently delivered and already expiring. Counselor advised provider to visually scan expiration dates, once items are delivered. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that staff is frequently checking expiration dates and discarding expired food items as they come expired.
- 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
- 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 inspection, the counselor observed frozen pizza wrapped in a plastic bag in the second freezer near the door facing the parking lot not labeled with name of the item and date. Provider immediately labeled the pizza. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that if items are taken out of the original packaging, it is labeled with the name of the product and the date.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-24
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 inspection, the counselor observed the infant's classroom, which is inoperable at the time of inspection with no hand washing procedures posted near the hand washing sink close to the diaper changing station. Provider was made aware that although the classroom is currently not in use due to no infants enrolled, the classroom must remain intact and ready for use if infants are enrolled in the future. Provider posted a handwashing sign immediately. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that procedures are posted near all food preparation areas, handwashing sinks, diapering station and toileting areas.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 29 - Health and Sanitation
- Official code
- 29-16
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, Counselor observed vents and ceiling near vents throughout the facility covered with dust. Technical assistance was provided to clean affected area and to dust on regular basis.
- Correction status
- Due by July 1, 2023
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- 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 time of inspection, Counselor observed chemical (hand sanitizer, OdoBan disinfectant, Raid insect spray, Array odor eliminator, Puricit odor eliminator, and Clorox disinfecting mist) inside an unlocked cabinet under the sink in the classroom with the capacity of 15. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all harmful chemicals are stored safely away from the children in care. The standard was brought back into compliance when the provider fixed the locking mechanism, securing the chemicals.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 13 - Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons
- Official code
- 13-02
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- Knives and/or sharp tools were accessible to children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Counselor observed an unsecured cabinet drawer adult size scissors inside in the classroom with the capacity of 17. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all sharp and dangerous items are stored safely away from the children in care. The standard was brought back into compliance when provider removed the scissors.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 13 - Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons
- Official code
- 13-04
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
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Counselor observed Publix French Onion dip expires May 17, 2023, Dole strawberry banana smoothie bowls expires May 20, 2023, and T.G. Lee 1% milk expires May 29, 2023, inside the refrigerator. Technical assistance provided to discarded on or before the expiration date listed by the manufacturer.
- Correction status
- Due by July 1, 2023
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- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-18
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 [ green climb through tunnel ]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B and F Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, Counselor observed the green climb through tunnel with rust and signs of wear. There are jagged edges, and a small hole is forming. Technical assistance was provided to repair or replace the play equipment before the due date on the inspection. Also, to monitor all playground equipment for signs of wearing and damage and repair or replace.
- Correction status
- Due by June 11, 2023
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- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-03
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The facility does not have documentation for all child care personnel on required annual refresher education of the facilitys exposure plan. CCF Handbook, Section 6
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Counselor determined that all staff did not have documentation of annual refresher of exposure plan on file. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that documentation of exposure plan refresher is completed on an annual basis and maintained in personnel files.
- Correction status
- Due by July 1, 2023
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- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 35 - Communicable Disease Control
- Official code
- 35-12
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 10 days. Technical assistance was provided to add or remove staff within ten days of the hire or departure date. The standard was brought back into compliance when provided updated the clearinghouse roster.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-09
No recorded violations in this report
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The personnel/ volunteer (ten hours or more per month) record did not include a CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form signed annually. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, C Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Counselor determined that the Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental did not have a current CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form signed on file. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that the Child Care Personnel must sign CF FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements annually. Counselor reviewed 15 Child Care Personnel files.
- Correction status
- Due by March 11, 2023
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- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-04
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 explain the current process for maintaining and storing transportation logs for children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records show an inspection report from September 2025 where the center was missing required transportation logs. Asking about the current process helps ensure that these records are now consistently maintained and available as required.
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Finding-specific
What steps does the center take to ensure that nap mats and other bedding are stored in a sanitary manner?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from 2025 noted concerns regarding the storage of nap mats. This question helps clarify how the facility now ensures bedding is kept clean and stored properly to maintain a safe environment for children.
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Finding-specific
How does the staff verify that attendance rosters accurately reflect the number of children in each classroom throughout the day?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- The available inspection records show instances in 2024 where attendance rosters did not match the number of children present. Asking about this process helps parents understand how the center maintains accurate supervision and accountability.
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Finding-specific
What is the center's routine for inspecting outdoor play equipment to ensure it remains in good repair?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from multiple inspections between 2024 and 2026 indicate various issues with outdoor equipment maintenance. This question helps parents understand the center's current approach to keeping play areas safe and well-maintained.
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Finding-specific
How does the center ensure that all staff members are up to date on required training and annual documentation?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report noted instances where staff training documentation was incomplete. Asking this question helps parents learn how the facility manages staff qualifications and ongoing professional development.
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