Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 1.92
- Local median
- 1.75
Kidology Academy
2844 Recker Hwy, Winter Haven, FL 33880
- License:
- C10PO0895
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 12, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, VPK, After School, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 6:30AM to 5:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 55
- License expiration:
- November 24, 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 inspectionMay 26, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMay 26, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 26 available inspections for Kidology Academy from March 23, 2023 through May 26, 2026.
14 inspections recorded violations, with 50 recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on May 26, 2026 and involved facility condition, with a due date of June 26, 2026.
Hazardous access was a higher-concern topic that showed up in six inspections.
The available reports do not include a later inspection with no recorded violations after that violation.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 26
- Recorded violations
- 50
- Higher-concern violations
- 14
- Repeated topics
- 6
8 in last 12 months
15 in last 12 months
3 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
26 total inspections vs 13.5 local median in 33880
Compared to 36 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 27%
- Local median
- 27%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 54%
- Local median
- 50%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 6
- Local average
- 3.69
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Health or food records
Appeared across 8 inspections, with 14 recorded violations.
July 12, 2023October 25, 2023March 14, 2024June 27, 2024August 8, 2024February 10, 2025October 21, 2025March 12, 2026Hazardous access
Appeared across 5 inspections, with 7 recorded violations.
July 12, 2023March 14, 2024June 27, 2024October 21, 2025March 12, 2026Facility condition
Appeared across 5 inspections, with 7 recorded violations.
June 27, 2024August 9, 2024March 12, 2026April 17, 2026May 26, 2026Staff training
Appeared across 5 inspections, with 7 recorded violations.
July 12, 2023October 25, 2023March 14, 2024June 13, 2025October 21, 2025Background screening
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 4 recorded violations.
July 12, 2023June 13, 2025October 21, 2025Emergency preparedness
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
March 14, 2024June 27, 2024October 16, 2024Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
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 reinspection, the Licensing specialist observed the floor tile near the second exit near the infant and one year old classroom still cracked and broken. The provider placed a floor mat over the tile but did not repair it. TA was provided to ensure that the facility is in good repair and the floor tile is replaced by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by June 26, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the yellow back classroom previously used for VPK with more ceiling tiles stained with wet stains. The provider stated that they must have shown up after recent rain, the provider did replace other ceiling tiles since the last inspection. However, in the storage closet of the same classroom the ceiling tiles previously discussed were not replaced. The specialist and provider walked through and pointed out the ceiling tiles in each area. Also, previously discussed, the ceiling tile near the emergency exit located by the childrens closest to the infant and one year old classroom was observed still cracked and needing ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by May 15, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed multiple areas of the facility in good of repair. The areas to include the infant classroom half door was observed with a broken door handle. Also, on the blue wall to the left near the baseboard paint was chipped as well as the opposite back wall behind the rocking chair. Near the exit door near the childrens restroom by the storage closet a floor tile was observed cracked. In the back yellow classroom previously used for VPK multiple ceiling tiles were observed stained with large wet stains near the back door and inside the storage closet. The hallway leading to the childrens restrooms boys/girls there was recentl ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 10, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- A potentially harmful item, [a spray bottle stored in the first classroom with three through five year old children present with a solution.], was not labeled as required. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed a spray bottle stored in the first classroom with three through five year old children present with a solution. The staff advised it was bleach and water. The specialist asked the staff to label the bottle with the chemical name. Staff labeled the bottle during time of inspection. TS was provided to ensure that the specific name is labeled on the spray bottle storing the chemicals. TA was provided to ensure that spray bottles storing toxic, hazardous material are labeled at all times.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 13 - Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons
- Official code
- 13-01
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 inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the childrens restroom in the restroom to the left side with lighting that measured to under one foot candle. TA was provided to ensure that the lighting measures to at least 20 foot candles by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by April 10, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 14 - Lighting, Temperature, and Ventilation
- Official code
- 14-01
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 two boxes of ritz crackers expired stored in a cabinet in the first classroom with children ages three through five years old present. The food item expired on 3/11/2026. The staff immediately discarded of the 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: Health or food records
- Report finding
- A refrigerator was observed without a thermometer or with a thermometer showing a temperature reading greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, F.1. Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the mini refrigerator in the infant classroom with a thermometer reading 51 degrees Fahrenheit. Also, the white upright freezer and refrigerator in the two year old classroom was observed with the thermometer reading 42 degrees Fahrenheit. The specialist advised the provider that the units temperature settings were set to the lowest setting and not the coldest. The provider adjusted the temperature and remeasured the thermometer and the thermometers were rising in temperature instead of cooling. TA was provided to ensure that the thermometers in the refrigerator is observed at 41 degrees or lower at all times.
- Correction status
- Due by April 10, 2026
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 25 - Meals and Snacks
- Official code
- 25-07
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- Toys, equipment and/or furnishings were not maintained in a sanitary condition and not cleaned and sanitized or disinfected following exposure to bodily fluids. CCF Handbook, Section 3.11, B Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed toys stored in the front area of the childrens restroom near the infant and one year old classroom on shelves stored. TA was provided to ensure that toys are stored in a sanitary manner by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by April 10, 2026
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 31 - Indoor Equipment
- Official code
- 31-05
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- A potentially harmful item, [cleaning chemical], was not labeled as required. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed spray bottle in the classroom with unknown cleaning chemical that was not labeled. It was later determined the spray bottle contained cleaning solution. Technical assistance was provided to ensure all harmful chemicals are labeled. This standard was brought back into compliance when Provider labeled the spray bottle. •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 13 - Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons
- Official code
- 13-01
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Training [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist 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.
- Correction status
- Due by November 20, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-09
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Child care personnel did not complete preservice training requirements prior to unsupervised contact with or care of children or, if supervised, within 90 days of beginning employment or service with the provider. (Section 3.1 and 3.2 Training Requirements, Page 7) [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental did not complete required School Readiness preservice training. Technical assistance was provided that school readiness preservice training is complete within 90 days of employment or prior to unsupervised contact with children in care.
- Correction status
- Due by November 20, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-13
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The facility does not have documentation for all child care personnel on required annual refresher education of the facilitys exposure plan. CCF Handbook, Section 6 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the Child Care Personnel 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 November 20, 2025
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 35 - Communicable Disease Control
- Official code
- 35-12
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Child(ren) did not have a Florida Certification of Immunization (DH Form 680) or a Religious Exemption from Immunization (DH Form 681), on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the child listed on the supplemental did not have an immunization form on file. Technical assistance was given to the provider to obtain a current form from the parent/guardian prior to the due date. Additional technical assistance was given regarding FL shots. The provider was given the link to their website and how to register to view FL shot records. The link given was: www.flshotsusers.com and the provider was reminded to go to the bottom of page under schools & licensed child care providers to register.
- Correction status
- Due by November 20, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Child(ren) did not have a Student Health Examination/DH (Form 3040), or an equivalent health statement on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the child listed on the supplement did not have a Student Health Examination on file. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all children have current Student Health Examination on file.
- Correction status
- Due by November 20, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
- Official code
- 42-01
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- A complete CF-FSP Form 5131, Background Screening and Personnel File Requirements, was not on file for all employees. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental did not have a complete CF-FSP Form 5131, Background Screening and Personnel File Requirements on file. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all Child Care Personnel have CF-FSP Form 5131, Background Screening and Personnel File Requirements on file.
- Correction status
- Due by November 20, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-01
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Child care personnel did not complete preservice training requirements prior to unsupervised contact with or care of children or, if supervised, within 90 days of beginning employment or service with the provider. (Section 3.1 and 3.2 Training Requirements, Page 7) [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental did not complete required School Readiness preservice training. The Child Care Personnel was observed inside a classroom alone. Technical assistance was provided that school readiness preservice training is complete within 90 days of employment or prior to unsupervised contact with children in care.
- Correction status
- Due by July 13, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-13
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- A complete CF-FSP Form 5131, Background Screening and Personnel File Requirements, was not on file for all employees. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental did not have a complete CF-FSP Form 5131, Background Screening and Personnel File Requirements on file. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all Child Care Personnel have CF-FSP Form 5131, Background Screening and Personnel File Requirements on file.
- Correction status
- Due by July 13, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-01
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- An employment history verification was not documented and on file. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental did not have a five year work history verification. Technical assistance was provided to ensure a complete five-year work history is completed on child care personnel prior to hiring.
- Correction status
- Due by July 13, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-04
No recorded violations in this report
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 12, 2025
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 35 - Communicable Disease Control
- Official code
- 35-12
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 Record Keeping [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of inspection, License Specialist reviewed childrens files and determined that the child listed on the supplemental did not have immunization forms on file. Technical assistance was given to the provider to obtain a current form from the parent/guardian prior to the due date. Additional technical assistance was given regarding FL shots. The provider was given the link to their website and how to register to view FL shot records. The link given was: www.flshotsusers.com and the provider was reminded to go to the bottom of page under schools & licensed child care providers to register.
- Correction status
- Due by March 12, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-02
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documented proof of an annual fire inspection by the local fire authority. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, A (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, the facility failed to have a current and approved annual fire safety inspection by the local fire authority. The last fire inspection was completed on 10/2/23. As of the date of this inspection no fire drill was conducted. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that fire inspection is completed annually. Also, to contact local fire authority to complete fire inspection. Fire drills conducted 12/27/23, 1/21/24, 2/24/23, 3/15/24, 4/30/24, 5/12/24, 6/26/24, 7/31/24, 8/27/24, 9/10/24, and 10/16/24. • A fire drill was conducted today in the presence of the licensing authority. • Emergency preparedness drill 3/14/24 (lock down) and 4/1/24 (lock down ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by November 15, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-01
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 the inspection the licensing specialist observed the rugs in the front classroom and the 1-2's class with soiled spots that need to be cleaned. The carpets with the collection of debris/trash and need vacuuming. The provider was advised to ensure the classrooms be swept/vacuumed daily to maintain compliance of this standard.
- Correction status
- Due by August 23, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Child(ren) did not have a Student Health Examination/DH (Form 3040), or an equivalent health statement on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2, C Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection the licensing specialist observed the child named on the supplemental page did not have their physical on file. Provider advised the child had not been in attendance but still enrolled; the provider will need a physical for this child to maintain the compliance of this standard.
- Correction status
- Due by August 23, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
- Official code
- 42-01
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 inspection, several classrooms were observed unorganized and cluttered. The VPK classroom (capacity 17) was observed with miscellaneous items scattered about the room. Also, several items were covered with dust to include the fire extinguisher. The area rugs throughout the facility need to be deep cleaned; they are extremely dirty. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that daily cleaning is conducted. Also, to clean the vents and the walls and casing around the doors and doors. Technical support is also provided to go throughout the facility any peeling paint needs to be sanded and repainted. •
- Correction status
- Due by July 27, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-01
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 inspection, Licensing Specialist observed a missing outlet covers in the VPK classroom (capacity 17). Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all outlets are covered.
- Correction status
- Due by July 27, 2024
More details
- Report section
- 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 an updated daily indoor and outdoor checklist. The provider was reminded that indoor and outdoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety and documented on a daily inspection log and any problems must be corrected before the play area is used by children.
- Correction status
- Due by July 27, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-19
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- The facilitys storage of harmful items including cleaning supplies, flammable products, and poisonous, toxic and hazardous materials allowed access by children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the storage room containing chemicals and paint was not secured. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that storage closet containing hazardous and harmful toxic chemicals are secured.
- Correction status
- Due by July 27, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 13 - Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons
- Official code
- 13-02
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documentation of a fire extinguisher being properly maintained to include being serviced and retagged timely, and/or with a current certificate. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, B Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the fire extinguisher inside the VPK classroom (capacity 17) was last serviced August 2022. It should be noted that all other fire extinguisher was last served August 2023. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all fire extinguishers are serviced annually. Fire drills conducted 12/27/23, 1/21/24, 2/24/23, 3/15/24, 4/30/24, and 5/12/24. • Emergency preparedness drill 3/14/24 (lock down) and 4/1/24 (lock down). • Technical assistance was provided to ensure that emergency preparedness drill (inclement weather) is conducted prior to license expiring. •
- Correction status
- Due by July 27, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-05
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Stored food was not consumed or discarded on or before the expiration date listed by the manufacturer. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, B
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed 3 boxes of Clover Valley pastry crips with expiration date March 30, 2024, inside storage closet. Technical assistance provided to discarded on or before the expiration date listed by the manufacturer.
- Correction status
- Due by July 27, 2024
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-18
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Child(ren) did not have a Student Health Examination/DH (Form 3040), or an equivalent health statement on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2, C Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the child listed on the supplement did not have a Student Health Examination or equivalent health statement on file. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all children have current physical on file.
- Correction status
- Due by July 27, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
- Official code
- 42-01
No recorded violations in this report
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 inspection, Counselor observed a missing outlet covers in the VPK classroom (capacity 17). Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all outlets are covered. This standard was brought back into compliance when provider covered the outlet with outlet cover. ◦ Technical assistance was provided ensure that VPK classroom (capacity 17) is organized and cleaned regularly.ly. ◦ •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-18
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- Emergency preparedness drills were not conducted when children were in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.5, B Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Counselor determined that the facility failed to conduct an emergency preparedness (lockdown) during the previous licensure year (11/25/22 11/24/23). Provider was given technical assistance during renewal inspection to ensure lockdown drill is conducted prior to licensure year ending. Technical assistance was provided that lockdown and inclement weather drills shall be conducted a minimum of one time each per operating year when children are in care and the documentation of these drills must be maintained for 12 months from the date of the drill. Provider was advised the facility is still responsible for the two emergency drills for the current lice ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 13, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-15
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- Poisonous/toxic or cleaning products were not stored separately from food. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, C
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Counselor observed infant snacks (Gerber snacks for baby, apple sauce, and baby cereal/rice) stored next to Great Value disinfectant spray and bleach and water spray bottle. Technical assistance was provided that poisonous/toxic chemicals or cleaning products must be stored separately from food. This standard was brought back into compliance when provider moved the poisonous/toxic chemicals and cleaning products from near the food items. •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-20
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The facility's menu was not [ was not posted at the beginning of each week in an easily seen place, was not accessible to parents]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, H
- Report comments
- At the time the inspection, Counselor did not observe the facility menu posted. Provider showed Counselor where today's menu was posted in the kitchen not accessible to parents. Technical assistance was provided to post menu at the beginning of the week in a conspicuous location easily seen by parents.
- Correction status
- Due by April 13, 2024
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 26 - Meal and Snack Menus
- Official code
- 26-01
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
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of inspection, Counselor determined that the Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental did not have proof of fire extinguisher training within 30 days of date of hire. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that 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.
- Correction status
- Due by April 13, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-09
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 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 April 13, 2024
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, Counselor 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. Counselor reviewed all Child Care Personnel files, totaling 8. •
- Correction status
- Due by April 13, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-04
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Milk and/or food sat out longer than 15 minutes prior to the beginning of the meal. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.5, C
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Counselor observed a gallon on milk sitting on the table during naptime. The gallon of milk was observed sitting out unrefrigerated for over 15 minutes. Technical assistance was provided that no milk and/or food should sit out longer than 15 minutes prior to the beginning of the meal. This standard was brought back into compliance when provider eventually refrigerated the milk. •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 25 - Meals and Snacks
- Official code
- 25-15
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, Counselor 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 industry. 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 November 24, 2023
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-03
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- The facility's transportation log did not include [arrival and departure times and second signatures]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.2 General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Counselor observed the transportation logs did not include arrival and departure times and second signatures of final sweep personnel. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all components of the transportation log is filled out and signatures are legible.
- Correction status
- Due by August 11, 2023
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 05 - Transportation
- Official code
- 05-04
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- The facilitys storage of harmful items including cleaning supplies, flammable products, and poisonous, toxic and hazardous materials allowed access by children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At time of inspection, Counselor observed chemical (Bar Keepers Friend cleanser, LAs Totally Awesome cleaning vinegar, fire ant bait, and bleach) in an unsecured hallway pantry near the kitchen. This unsecured hallway pantry is accessible to children coming to and from the playground. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all harmful chemicals are stored safely away from the children in care. This standard was brought back into compliance when the provided moved the toxic chemicals.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 13 - Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons
- Official code
- 13-02
Medium concern: 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 SE Grocers peanut butter (expired 6/10/23), two Frenchs classic yellow mustard (expired 12/16/22), and Betty Crocker fluffy white icing (expired 4/26/22). 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
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Clean, sanitary drinking water was not available to all children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.8
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of inspection, Counselor observed that class (3-year-old - school age) outside and the children was complaining that it was too hot and needing water. It was observed that the Child Care Personnel did not bring out water for the children while outside. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that sanitary drinking water shall be readily accessible in indoor and outdoor areas, throughout the day. This standard was brought back into compliance when provider went back inside to provide water for the children.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 25 - Meals and Snacks
- Official code
- 25-20
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, Counselor determined that the Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental did not begin introductory training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that Child Care Personnel start introductory training within 90 days of employment in the industry.
- Correction status
- Due by August 11, 2023
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-03
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Child care personnel, including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the required in-service training during the states fiscal year beginning July 1 and ending June 30. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.7 Training [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of inspection, Counselor determined that the Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental did not complete the required in- service training during the states fiscal year beginning July 1, 2022, and ending June 30, 2023. The Child Care Personnel only had documented proof of 7 hours of in-service training. Technical assistance was provided to finish the last three hours of in-service training. It should be noted that the 3 hours of in-service hours will not count toward this fiscal year in-service hours.
- Correction status
- Due by August 11, 2023
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-07
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- Background screening was not completed: [ after a 90-day break in service.] CCF Handbook, Section 5.2 Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Counselor determined that the Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental had a 90-day break in services and a background screening resubmission was not completed. Technical assistance was provided to rescreen any Child Care Personnel with a 90-day break in service.
- Correction status
- Due by July 22, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-07
No recorded violations in this report
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 inspection, Counselor observed an outlet in the infant and 3-year-old classroom without a cover. Technical assistance was to ensure that all outlets are appropriately covered.
- Correction status
- Due by April 2, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-18
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The facilitys refrigerator and/or freezer does not have an appropriate thermometer. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, F.1
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Counselor observed the refrigerator in the infant classroom without a thermometer. Technical assistance was provided to ensure all refrigerator and freezer are equipped with appropriate thermometers.
- Correction status
- Due by April 22, 2023
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-23
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Bottles and/or sippy cups brought from home were not labeled with childs first and last name. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.5, B Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Counselor observed the bottles in the infant classroom were not label with first and last names. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all cups are labeled.
- Correction status
- Due by April 14, 2023
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 28 - Bottles, Breastmilk, Formula and Infant Food
- Official code
- 28-02
Higher concern: Medication
- Report finding
- A prescription or non-prescription medication, specifically [diaper rash cream], was dispensed without written authorization from the custodial parent or legal guardian. CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, A and K Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Counselor observed prescription and non-prescription medications in the infant and 1 year old classrooms without Authorization for Prescription and non-prescription medication on file. Technical assistance provided to ensure written authorization prior to provided medication to children in care.
- Correction status
- Due by April 2, 2023
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 40 - Medication
- Official code
- 40-01
Questions to ask
Suggested questions for parents based on recorded violations in inspection reports. If there are not enough source-backed violations, you will see general questions for daycare.
Finding-specific
How does your team ensure that all cleaning supplies and chemicals are properly labeled and stored out of reach of children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records show that inspectors have observed unlabeled cleaning chemicals in classrooms on multiple occasions, including as recently as March 2026. This question helps clarify the current daily procedures for chemical safety and labeling.
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Finding-specific
What is your process for verifying and maintaining complete background screening documentation for all staff members?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from October 2025 indicated that required background screening forms were missing for some personnel. This question allows you to understand how the center tracks and updates these essential staff records.
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Finding-specific
Can you tell me how you monitor the facility to ensure that areas like flooring and ceiling tiles remain in good repair?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- The available inspection records show a pattern of concerns regarding facility maintenance, such as cracked floor tiles and stained ceiling tiles, with the most recent report in May 2026 noting a repair was still pending. This question helps you understand how the center manages ongoing facility upkeep.
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Finding-specific
What steps are taken to ensure that all staff are up-to-date on required training, such as fire extinguisher operation and school readiness protocols?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records indicate that inspectors have repeatedly identified missing documentation for required staff training over the past few years. Asking this helps you learn how the center tracks and completes mandatory professional development for their team.
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Finding-specific
How do you handle the daily inspection of your indoor and outdoor play areas to ensure they are safe and ready for children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection reports show that the center has previously been cited for not maintaining updated daily safety logs for play areas. This question helps you understand the center's current routine for daily safety checks.
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