Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 2.21
- Local median
- 0.78
Kids N Motion I Inc
1310 N Church Ave, Mulberry, FL 33860
- License:
- C10PO0898
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 12, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, VPK, After School, Before School, Drop In, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care, Transportation
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 37
- License expiration:
- September 28, 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
Questions worth asking
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Latest inspectionMay 6, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMay 6, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 28 available inspections for Kids N Motion I Inc from January 25, 2023 through May 6, 2026.
13 inspections recorded violations, with 62 recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on January 14, 2026 and involved emergency preparedness, with a due date of February 13, 2026.
Hazardous access was a higher-concern topic that showed up in four inspections.
Two later inspections, from February 20, 2026 through May 6, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 28
- Recorded violations
- 62
- Higher-concern violations
- 15
- Repeated topics
- 7
4 in last 12 months
7 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
28 total inspections vs 6 local median in 33860
Compared to 12 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 18%
- Local median
- 18%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 46%
- Local median
- 39%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 7
- Local average
- 2.25
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Equipment or readiness
Appeared across 6 inspections, with 6 recorded violations.
August 2, 2023September 26, 2023January 24, 2024May 24, 2024September 5, 2024January 14, 2026Facility condition
Appeared across 6 inspections, with 11 recorded violations.
January 24, 2024May 24, 2024September 5, 2024January 9, 2025May 23, 2025January 14, 2026Health or food records
Appeared across 4 inspections, with 7 recorded violations.
September 26, 2023January 24, 2024May 24, 2024January 14, 2026Emergency preparedness
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
September 26, 2023September 5, 2024January 14, 2026Hazardous access
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 4 recorded violations.
September 26, 2023January 24, 2024May 24, 2024Recordkeeping
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
September 26, 2023January 9, 2025Staff training
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
September 26, 2023January 24, 2024Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The facility's written plan of scheduled activities was not followed. CCF Handbook, Section 2.6 General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed/determined that the facility did not follow the written plan of scheduled activities. The children were given outdoor playground time this morning due to not having adequate play equipment. Licensing Specialist was advised that the facility play structure was removed Sunday January 11, 2026, and the Designated Representative was coming to purchase items to place outside for the children to utilize. The children in care were denied outdoor playground time. Technical assistance was provided that each group or class must have a written and followed plan of scheduled activities posted in an easily seen location accessible t ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by February 13, 2026
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 09 - Planned Activities
- Official code
- 09-02
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Indoor and outdoor play areas were not inspected daily for basic health and safety and/or any problems were not corrected before the play area is used by children and/or daily inspection logs were not maintained for 12 months. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A Physical Environment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of inspection, the facility failed to complete the facilitys daily indoor and outdoor checklist inspection. Provider last documented daily indoor and outdoor inspection was 1/2/26. The provider was reminded that indoor and outdoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety and documented on a daily inspection log and any problems must be corrected before the play area is used by children.
- Correction status
- Due by February 13, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-19
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- During the facilitys licensure year, fire drills utilizing the approved alarm system were not conducted monthly at various dates and times when children were in care [December 2025]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.4, A Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the facility failed to conduct a fire drill for December 2025. Technical assistance was provided that during the facilitys license year, fire drills utilizing the alarm system, approved by the local fire authority, must be conducted monthly at various dates and times when children are in care. Fire drill conducted on 10/15/25 and 11/19/25. • Fire extinguisher serviced June 2025 and July 2025. • Fire inspection conducted on 7/24/25. •
- Correction status
- Due by February 13, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-06
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The food preparation area does not have a hand washing station or the hand washing station did not include the following: [did not meet a minimum of 100 degrees Fahrenheit]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.1, A.7. Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the handwashing station in the kitchen area water did not meet a minimum of 100 degrees Fahrenheit. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that handwashing station with hot running water, a minimum of 100 degrees Fahrenheit. It should be noted that the water pressure for the handwashing sink is very low. •
- Correction status
- Due by February 13, 2026
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-09
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Milk and/or food sat out longer than 15 minutes prior to the beginning of the meal. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.5, C Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of reinspection, Licensing Specialist observed a gallon of milk sitting it cabinet inside the classroom with a capacity of 22 for over 15 minutes. Technical assistance was provided that milk and food must not sit out for longer than 15 minutes prior to the beginning of the meal to avoid contamination and spoilage. This standard was brought back into compliance when Provider placed the milk back in the refrigerator. • Technical assistance was provided to ensure special food restrictions are shared with child care personnel posted in an easily seen location that is not readily visible by parents or non-Child Care Personnel. Place a cover sheet over the list labeled Allergy. •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 25 - Meals and Snacks
- Official code
- 25-15
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, Licensing Specialist observed both classroom and the kitchen without handwashing procedures posted. Technical assistance was provided that hand hygiene must be posted in all food preparation, diapering, and toileting areas.
- Correction status
- Due by February 13, 2026
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 29 - Health and Sanitation
- Official code
- 29-16
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- Outdoor play equipment suitable to each childs age and development was inadequate for the number of children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12 A Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed playground without an adequate amount of outdoor play equipment suitable for toddler and school age children in care. Technical assistance was provided that a child care facility must provide and maintain enough usable equipment suitable to each childs age and development and of a quantity for each to be involved in activities. Designated Representative returned to the facility with additional toys. •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-11
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 specialist observed a large vent in the hall and one vent in the first classroom with dust. The provider cleaned both vents during the time of the inspection; bringing them back into compliance for this standard.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-01
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 specialist observed that the 3 bathrooms for the VPK children all needed their vents cleaned. The provider has until the due date to have the A/C vents cleaned and that will return them to compliance.
- Correction status
- Due by February 7, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-01
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- The hand washing sink was used for something other than hand washing in that [Cups and painting brushes left on the handwashing sink]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, C Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the specialist observed that there were cups and paint brushes on the handwashing sink. The handwashing sink is for hand washing only. The items were removed from the sink at the time of inspection; TA was given as a reminder to only use the sink for washing hands. They are now back into compliance.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
- Official code
- 30-03
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The facility did not have a fully-completed enrollment form (CF-FSP Form 5219) or equivalent form for the child(ren) in care. CCF Handbook, Section 7.3 Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the specialist reviewed 19/41 children files. All files reviewed were of afterschool children. Of those files 10, did not have completed, signed, enrollment applications. The provider has until the due date to have fully completed enrollment applications for the children listed in the supplemental. At that time they will return to compliance.
- Correction status
- Due by February 7, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 43 - Enrollment Information
- Official code
- 43-02
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 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the counselor observed a childs nap mat that was torn with tears exposing the foam cushion causing the mat to not be impermeable. The provider had an extra mat on hand and immediately switched the childs mat out at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that each childs nap mat is impermeable.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 18 - Bedding and Linens
- Official code
- 18-06
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- Fire drills conducted during the licensure year did not include the following [Prior monthly fire drills did not use an approved fire system]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.4, C (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the counselor reminded the provider that we needed to conduct a fire drill at time of inspection. The counselor asked the provider if she needed to place the system on test mode to use the alarm The provider replied that she typically used her phone to sound an alarm. The provider reminded the staff that the approved fire system needed to be used for all monthly drills. The provider stated shes been using her phone and did not know. The owner of the facility reached out to the director to advised that the fire department approved the facility to use smoke detectors to conduct monthly fire drills. The provider and counselor used the smoke detector in ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-07
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the childrens restroom in the front classroom with only the hand sign reflecting how to wash your hands and not when. The counselor also observed the kitchen hand wash sink with a hand wash sign reflecting when to wash your hands but not how. The counselor reviewed the requirement with the provider and advised that the hand washing sign must include when and how to wash your hands. The provider posted the appropriate hand washing signs at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the hand washing signs near toileting, food preparation and diapering include both when and how to wash your hands.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 29 - Health and Sanitation
- Official code
- 29-16
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facility's first aid kit was missing the following items: [ Soap and hand sanitizer, Bottled water, A current resource guide on first aid and CPR procedures]. CCF Handbook, Section 6.2, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the facilitys first aid kit did not include the following items; soap, water, hand sanitizer and gauze roll. The provider immediately stocked the missing items in the first aid kit from extra supplies at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the first aid kit is stocked to include all required items.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 37 - First Aid Requirements
- Official code
- 37-06
No recorded violations in this report
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 the inspection, the CCR counselor observed ta piece of metal falling inwards between 2 ceiling tiles in the main front classroom. Technical assistance was given to the provider to repair prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by June 23, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
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 the cabinet door in the bathroom was unlocked and contained toilet cleaner and Lysol spray. The provider locked the cabinet placing the facility back into compliance for this standard.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 13 - Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons
- Official code
- 13-03
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: The privacy netting around the fencing had several rips/tears observed 1. Empty Styrofoam cups, a piece of wood, water hose a broken bungee cord and empty ketchup packet were observed 2. Under the table on the rear playground were bags of potting mix - one of the bags was open 3. Lastly, the counselor observed a swing mounted to either side of the fence. Technical assistance was given to the provider to remove/re- locate the swing to an area that has a 6-foot perimeter and remove all trash, potting mix and water hose prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by June 23, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-01
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 training on the facilitys exposure plan. Technical assistance was given to the provider to review with the staff and document the training prior to the due date. Lastly, the provider was reminded that a refresher education of the facilitys exposure plan must be conducted with all staff annually.
- Correction status
- Due by June 23, 2024
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 35 - Communicable Disease Control
- Official code
- 35-12
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- The facility had an inadequate number of child care personnel appropriately trained in CPR to maintain coverage both on-site and on field trips. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4, B Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the reinspection, the CCR counselor observed upon arrival only 1 staff was onsite with current CPR. A second staff arrived later during the reinspection with valid CPR. Technical assistance was given to the provider that for 0 -25 staff, a minimum of 3 staff must be on hand and in direct supervision of the children with valid CPR while children are in care and to have sufficient number of staff complete the training prior to the due date to ensure compliance at all times children are in care. Lastly, the provider was reminded it must be an instructor led, hands on course or one of the 2 Department approved virtual instructors. (listed on the supplemental)
- Correction status
- Due by March 8, 2024
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 36 - CPR Requirements
- Official code
- 36-03
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- The facility did not have an adequate number of child care personnel appropriately trained in first aid to maintain coverage both on- site and on field trips. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4, B Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the reinspection, the CCR counselor observed upon arrival only 1 staff was onsite with current First Aid. A second staff arrived later during the reinspection with valid First Aid. Technical assistance was given to the provider that a minimum of 3 staff for a facility with 25 staff or less and in direct supervision of the children must be on hand with valid First Aid while children are in care. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have sufficient number of staff complete the training prior to the due date to ensure compliance at all times children are in care.
- Correction status
- Due by March 8, 2024
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 37 - First Aid Requirements
- Official code
- 37-02
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 the inspection, the CCR counselor observed several ac vents throughout the facility with an excess of lint/dust/debris. Technical assistance was given to the provider to clean the vents and sink prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by February 23, 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 Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed the following: Several ceiling tiles that were broken or stained throughout the facility. 1. Between the bathrooms, an area of the wall was cracked. 2. The sink cabinet located near the door to the playground was observed with a section broken on the door and the molding on the bottom had came loose and was not attached 3. Technical assistance was given to the provider to repair/repaint the crack in the wall and replace the ceiling tiles prior to the due date. Lastly, the counselor observed in the upper corner near the front door was an area that was starting to peel close to the ceiling. Technical assistance was given ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by February 23, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- A potentially harmful item, [Cleaner], was not labeled as required. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed 3 bottles of chemicals stored in an unlocked cabinet. 2 of the 3 bottles were labeled. The 3rd bottles was not. The provider stated it was Fabuloso and labeled the bottle while the counselor was present placing the facility back into compliance for this standard.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 13 - Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons
- Official code
- 13-01
Higher concern: 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 hand sanitizer stored in an unlocked cabinet under the sink in the girls' bathroom. Also in the second classroom, under the sink, the counselor observed garbage bags, shopping bags, a screwdriver and Lysol wipes in an unlocked cabinet accessible to the children. The provider installed a lock on the bathroom cabinet and removed the items from the other cabinet placing the facility back into compliance for this standard.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- 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 the area located in the far-left side had light no fixtures that were operable and the lighting measured 2.3-foot candles. Technical assistance was given to the provider to repair/replace the light bulbs/fixtures prior to the due date. Lastly, the counselor observed the facility is currently using the space for storage and had 2 refrigerators and a freezer in the space. Provider is aware this area will be removed from the facility's floor plans and additional technical assistance was given to the provider to install a door or barrier to prevent the children from entering the area.
- Correction status
- Due by February 23, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 14 - Lighting, Temperature, and Ventilation
- Official code
- 14-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Garbage containing food waste was not disposed of in a leak proof, nonabsorbent container with a tight fitting lid. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.1, A.8. Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed the garbage can in the kitchen/food prep area was full of food and did not have a lid. The provider placed the lid on the can while the counselor was present placing the facility back into compliance for this standard.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-11
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The ground cover or other protective surface under the [climbing equipment] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the reinspection, the CCR counselor observed the climbing equipment did not have sufficient mulch located underneath. (areas measured 4 inches). Technical assistance was given to the provider to add more mulch prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by February 23, 2024
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-07
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.
- Correction status
- Due by February 23, 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
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed new staff files and observed the staff listed on the supplemental did not have documentation of training on the facility's exposure plan. Technical assistance was given to the provider to review with the staff and document the training prior to the due date. Lastly, the provider was reminded that a refresher education of the facility's exposure plan must be conducted with all staff annually.
- Correction status
- Due by February 23, 2024
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 35 - Communicable Disease Control
- Official code
- 35-12
Higher concern: Medication
- Report finding
- The facility did not obtain written authorization prior to administering emergency non-prescription medication. CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, D and K Health Requirements [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor determined there was a child enrolled that had a prescribed medication onsite. Upon review of the child's file, it was observed there was no medication authorization on file. Technical assistance was given to the provider as a reminder that all medication must have written authorization from the parent/guardian to give prescription and non-prescription medications and to obtain these authorizations prior to the due date. The provider was encouraged to refer to the Handbook Section 6.5 for all rules regarding this standard.
- Correction status
- Due by February 23, 2024
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 40 - Medication
- Official code
- 40-09
Higher concern: Medication
- Report finding
- Medication which had expired or is no longer being administered was not discarded or returned to the custodial parent or legal guardian. CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, H Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed prescribed medication for the child listed on the supplemental. It was observed the medication was expired as of September 2023. Technical assistance was given to the provider to return the medication to the parent/guardian and request a current prescription prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by February 23, 2024
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 40 - Medication
- Official code
- 40-17
Higher concern: Medication
- Report finding
- Child care personnel administering medication did not have documentation of education on proper administration procedures. CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, I
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor determined there was a child enrolled that had a prescribed medication onsite. Upon review of the child's file, it was observed there was no documentation of training in the file. Technical assistance was given to the provider that prior to administering medication to children, child care personnel responsible for administering medication must be educated on proper administration procedures and to obtain the proper documentation prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by February 23, 2024
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 40 - Medication
- Official code
- 40-18
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 missing previous employers). 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 documented a ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by February 23, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-04
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facilitys outdoor play area contained litter, nails, glass or other hazards that posed a low potential for harm to children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A (Section 10.7, number 1) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed a purple car tire on the playground that had holes in multiple places. Technical assistance was given to the provider to remove the tire prior to the due date. Additionally, the smaller playground is currently closed pending renovation. The counselor observed storage sheds in boxes and a large ant pile on the small playground. Technical support was given to the provider to remove the sheds and treat the ant pile.
- Correction status
- Due by October 25, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-01
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 14.2, number 1) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the facility failed to have the annual fire inspection completed on or before last year's date. The current year was completed on 8/16/23 and the prior year was completed on 8/5/22. Technical assistance was given to the provider as a reminder that an approved fire inspection must be completed on or before the prior year's date. The last fire drill was conducted on 9/14/23 and emergency preparedness drills were conducted on 8/21/23 (lockdown) and 5/22/23 (weather). The fire extinguisher(s) were last tagged in June 2023. A fire drill was conducted on today's date with the CCR counselor present.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-02
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 the inspection, the CCR counselor observed tile and grout cleaner, disinfectant cleaner, paint, toilet bowl cleaner and Lysol spray stored above food items in the storage room. Technical support was given to the provider that all cleaning/toxic chemicals must be stored separately from food items and to remove the items prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by October 6, 2023
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-20
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Open packages of perishable or leftover foods were not [ labeled with date]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, D
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed a container of strawberries, mixed fruit and rolls in the refrigerator that were not labeled with type & date. Technical assistance was given to the provider as a reminder that all foods must be properly covered, labeled with the date and discarded within 7 days of opening.
- Correction status
- Due by October 25, 2023
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-21
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 (Section 18.6, number 1) Training [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 documentation of completing the required 10 hour annual in-service hours for the fiscal year 2022 - 2023. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff complete prior to the due date and log on the in-service form. Lastly, technical assistance was given to the provider that these hours cannot be used towards this years' in-service hours.
- Correction status
- Due by October 25, 2023
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-07
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]
- 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 completed the 2022 - 2023 in-service training, but was not documented on the in-service log, form CF-FSP 5268. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff document on the log prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by October 25, 2023
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-08
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 training on the facilitys exposure plan. Technical assistance was given to the provider to review with the staff and document the training prior to the due date. Lastly, the provider was reminded that a refresher education of the facilitys exposure plan must be conducted with all staff annually.
- Correction status
- Due by October 25, 2023
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 35 - Communicable Disease Control
- Official code
- 35-12
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 (Section 15.1, number 2)(Section 15.1, number 4) Health Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the children's files A - N were reviewed. The child listed on the supplemental had an incomplete accident/incident report that was missing a parent/guardian signature/date. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the form signed by the parent/guardian prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by October 25, 2023
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 39 - Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation
- Official code
- 39-04
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 October 25, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-04
No recorded violations in this report
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 reinspection, the CCR counselor observed 3 broken concrete "steps" on the playground with the numbers 2, 8 and 9 painted on them that had sharp edges where the concrete was broken. Technical assistance was given to the provider to repair/remove the concrete prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by September 1, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-01
No recorded violations in this report
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 reinspection, the CCR counselor observed the broken/sharp concrete was still exposed between the 2 playgrounds at the gate. Technical assistance was given to the provider to remove the concrete or cover with mulch, a mat, etc. prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by July 27, 2023
More details
- Report section
- 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 reinspection, the CCR counselor observed the gate at the rear of the playground still had a gap that measured 5 inches. Technical assistance was given to the provider to adjust the fence or add material to close the gap prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by July 27, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-07
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The ground cover or other protective surface under the [jungle gym] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the reinspection, the CCR counselor observed the mulch under/around the jungle gym still measured 3 inches. Technical assistance was given to the provider to add more mulch or remove the equipment from the playground prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by July 27, 2023
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-07
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility had an inadequate number of child care personnel appropriately trained in CPR to maintain coverage both on-site and on field trips. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4, B Health Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the reinspection, the CCR counselor determined the staff onsite had CPR that was determined to be an online course. Technical assistance was given to the provider to take an instructor led or one of the 2 Department approved instructors prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by June 22, 2023
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 36 - CPR Requirements
- Official code
- 36-03
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 a missing electrical outlet cover. The provider installed a cover placing them back into compliance for this standard. Additional technical assistance specific to this standard is notated on the supplemental.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- 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 a daily indoor/outdoor checklist. A sample daily checklist was reviewed with the provider and a copy emailed 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.
- Correction status
- Due by June 24, 2023
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 the inspection, the CCR counselor observed plastic trays located under a sink with a box of sandwich bags and an unidentified can that both had a crystallized substance on them. Also under the cabinet was a bottle of vegetable oil. The provider removed all the items while the counselor was present placing them back into compliance for this standard.
- 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: 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 concrete that separates the 2 playgrounds was broken on the edge and was sharp. Technical support was given to the provider to remove the concrete or cover with mulch, mat, etc. prior to the due date. Lastly, technical assistance was given to the provider to mow the rear playground as mosquitos were observed.
- Correction status
- Due by June 24, 2023
More details
- Report section
- 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 single gate located at the rear of the playground had a 5-inch gap from the ground to the gate. Technical assistance was given to the provider to adjust the fence lower to the ground and/or add a barrier prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by June 24, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-07
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Garbage containing food waste was not disposed of in a leak proof, nonabsorbent container with a tight fitting lid. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.1, A.8. Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed the trash can in the kitchen with garbage that did not have a lid. The provider installed the lid while the counselor was present placing them back into compliance for this standard.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-11
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 frozen waffles that were not sealed properly and/or 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 June 24, 2023
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-24
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The ground cover or other protective surface under the [jungle gym] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed a jungle gym has been installed on the playground and did not have sufficient mulch located underneath. (area measured 3 inches). Technical assistance was given to the provider to add more mulch prior to the due date. A suggestion was given to the provider to add a border around the equipment to help contain the mulch but was reminded the border must extend 6 feet in all directions from the equipment and the mulch must be 6 inches in depth.
- Correction status
- Due by June 24, 2023
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-07
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility had an inadequate number of child care personnel appropriately trained in CPR to maintain coverage both on-site and on field trips. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4, B Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed all staff files and observed only 1 staff onsite with current CPR. Technical assistance was given to the provider to refer to the Handbook, Section 4.2.4 B for requirements related to CPR. Also, the provider was reminded that sufficient staff must be on hand with valid CPR while children are in care and to have sufficient number of staff complete the training prior to the due date to ensure compliance at all times children are in care. Lastly, the provider was reminded it must be an instructor led, hands on course or one of the 2 Department approved virtual instructors (listed on the supplemental).
- Correction status
- Due by June 4, 2023
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 36 - CPR Requirements
- Official code
- 36-03
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 [some of the brochures were signed for during the incorrect month.]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.3, C.5.
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed children's files and determined the children listed on the supplemental had distracted adult brochures that were acknowledged during the incorrect month. (some were signed for in May 2023). Technical assistance was given to the provider as a reminder that the distracted adult brochure must be distributed twice annually only during the months of April & September.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 43 - Enrollment Information
- Official code
- 43-10
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- Documentation of Level 2 Clearinghouse screening clearance was missing for child care personnel. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1,C Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed all staff files and observed the staff listed on the supplemental started employment prior to a cleared background screening being obtained. Technical assistance was given to the provider as a reminder that staff cannot start employment until a cleared background screening or 45-day provisional hire letter has been obtained.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-02
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- Employment history check did not include all required information including applicants, job title, description of regular duties, confirmation of employment dates, and level of job performance. 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. (only 3 previous employers documented and per the background screening, there were 5 additional employers listed). Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff document and complete verifications 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 infor ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by June 24, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-05
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- The attendance roster did not accompany the group of children in that [there were 13 children onsite and only 5 children signed in.].CCF Handbook, Section 7.5, A
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor observed 13 children onsite and only 5 children were signed in. The provider corrected the sheet while the counselor was present placing them back into compliance for this standard. Technical support was given to the provider that this sheet must be completed and accurate at all times children are in care. 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
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 the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed childrens files A - L and determined the child listed on the supplemental had an expired immunization record in their file. Technical assistance was given to the provider to obtain a current form from the parent/guardian prior to the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by February 24, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-02
Questions to ask
Suggested questions for parents based on recorded violations in inspection reports. If there are not enough source-backed violations, you will see general questions for daycare.
Finding-specific
Could you describe your current process for ensuring that all cleaning supplies and hazardous materials are stored securely and out of reach of children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records show multiple instances where cleaning supplies or hazardous items were found accessible to children in care. This question helps parents understand the current safety protocols in place to prevent such access.
- Context
- The provider has had multiple findings related to hazardous material storage in recent years.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you ensure that monthly fire drills are conducted consistently and that the proper alarm systems are used as required?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records show that the facility has been cited for issues with fire drill frequency and the use of approved alarm systems. This question allows the director to explain how they now track and conduct these drills to meet safety standards.
- Context
- The facility has had multiple findings regarding emergency preparedness and fire drill procedures.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your daily routine for inspecting the indoor and outdoor play areas to ensure all equipment is safe and in good repair?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report noted that daily safety checklists were not consistently maintained. Asking about the current daily inspection process helps parents understand how the facility monitors the environment for potential hazards.
- Context
- A 2026 inspection noted a lapse in maintaining daily inspection logs.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you manage food safety, such as ensuring that milk and perishable items are stored correctly and that food preparation areas remain clean?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records indicate several findings related to food storage, temperature, and labeling. This question provides an opportunity to discuss the current practices for maintaining food safety standards in the kitchen and classrooms.
- Context
- The facility has had repeated findings concerning food preparation and storage.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your approach to staff training and ensuring that all employees are up-to-date on required safety and health procedures?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection reports show past findings where staff lacked documentation for required training, such as fire extinguisher use or exposure plans. This question helps parents understand how the center ensures all staff are properly trained and documented.
- Context
- The facility has been cited in the past for missing documentation of required staff training.
Related violations