Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 1.76
- Local median
- 1.99
Bright Start Early Learning Center LLC
216 Avenue P NE, Winter Haven, FL 33881
- License:
- C10PO0899
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 12, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, VPK, Food Served, Full Day
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 22
- 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
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 violationsJanuary 15, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 21 available inspections for Bright Start Early Learning Center LLC from January 17, 2023 through May 26, 2026.
12 inspections recorded violations, with 37 recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on May 26, 2026 and involved attendance accountability.
The available reports do not include a later inspection with no recorded violations after that violation.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 21
- Recorded violations
- 37
- Higher-concern violations
- 7
- Repeated topics
- 7
7 in last 12 months
16 in last 12 months
2 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
21 total inspections vs 19 local median in 33881
Compared to 22 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 24%
- Local median
- 30%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 57%
- Local median
- 53%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 7
- Local average
- 4.45
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 6 inspections, with 7 recorded violations.
September 5, 2023January 16, 2025April 16, 2025August 15, 2025September 22, 2025October 24, 2025Equipment or readiness
Appeared across 4 inspections, with 5 recorded violations.
April 16, 2025August 15, 2025December 15, 2025May 26, 2026Emergency preparedness
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
September 6, 2024January 16, 2025December 15, 2025Facility condition
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
April 30, 2024December 15, 2025May 26, 2026Background screening
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
September 5, 2023January 18, 2024Hazardous access
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
September 6, 2024December 15, 2025Staff training
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 5 recorded violations.
April 30, 2024May 26, 2026Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facilitys outdoor play area contained litter, nails, glass or other hazards that posed a low potential for harm to children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the outdoor play toys to include the red and silver metal bikes and the black stationary tire near the wood picnic table with other potential hazards. The bikes were observed with rust present. As well as the tire was observed shredded with tire material pointed causing sharp area of wires underneath the rubber material. TA was provided to ensure the outdoor play equipment presenting other potential hazards are eliminated by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by June 26, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-01
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 Licensing specialist observed a few childrens sleeping mats that were torn with tears exposing the foam cushion causing the mat to not be impermeable. The provider advised that she was aware some of the childrens mats were torn. TA was provided to ensure that the childrens mat have an impermeable surface by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by June 26, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 18 - Bedding and Linens
- Official code
- 18-06
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]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, H (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the weekly menu posted near the front door and also left wall of the facility on the parents board dated, May 18-22,2026 which was last week. Also, the menu in the food preparation area which reflected the food the children were offered date read March 26-29, 2026. The provider advised that it was a typo. The specialist advised the provider to correct the month and also add the current weeks menu in an inconspicuous area where parents can view. TA was provided to ensure that the current weekly menu is posted in an inconspicuous area for parents to view.
- Correction status
- Due by June 26, 2026
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 26 - Meal and Snack Menus
- Official code
- 26-01
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The ground cover or other protective surface under the [blue metal climbing equipment, the yellow swinging metal bar, the swing set, and all of the black tires ] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the stationary outdoor equipment to include the blue metal climbing equipment, the yellow swinging metal bar, the swing set, and all of the black tires with a resilient surface or mulch and sand that did not measure to 6 inches in perimeter and 6 feet in perimeter around each play equipment. The provider is advised to ensure resilient surface extends to 6 feet in perimeter. Previous technical support was provided to the provider at the last inspection by a different Licensing specialist. TA was provided to ensure that the stationary equipment on the playground has a resilient surface of 6 inches in depth and 6 feet ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by June 26, 2026
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-07
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the 40 hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement. CCF Handbook Section 4.2.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3)
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist determined that the child care personnel listed on the supplemental, has worked in the industry since July 1994 and has not obtained DCF introductory 40 hour training. The provider and specialist discussed contacting the training department to inquiry if eligibility is met for an exemption for staff due to higher education. The staff has transcript for some training dated 1994, however training on DCF transcript starts in 2007 for DCF courses. The staff started at the facility on 1/5/2026. TA was provided to ensure that the staff has obtained 40 hour training by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by June 26, 2026
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-01
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, the Licensing specialist determined that the child care personnel listed on the supplemental, has not been trained in fire extinguisher training. The staff started at the facility on 1/5/2026. The specialist reminded the provider that training must be completed within 30 days of starting at the facility. TA was provided to ensure that the staff is trained in fire extinguishers by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by June 26, 2026
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, the Licensing specialist determined that the child care personnel listed on the supplemental did not complete School readiness preservice courses within 90 days of employment at the facility. The staff started at the facility on 1/5/2026. TA was provided to ensure that the preservice training is completed by the due date.
- Correction status
- Due by June 26, 2026
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-13
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- The attendance roster did not accompany the group of children in that [ that she did not have attendance on her and it was left inside while children were outside on the playground].CCF Handbook, Section 7.5, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed provider and enrolled children on the playground for outdoor time, the specialist asked to review attendance. The provider advised that she did not have attendance on her and it was left inside. The provider immediately had another staff to cover her and grabbed the attendance from inside. The provider observed the staff had 11 children signed in but 13 children present. The specialist asked the staff to sign in the additional children and provider signed in the children at time of inspection. Previous technical support was provided to the provider at the last inspection by a different Licensing specialist. TA was p ... [truncated]
- 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: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Areas of the facility were found to be in need of cleaning. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed several vents throughout the facility with a coat of dust. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that the ceiling vents are cleaning regularly.
- Correction status
- Due by January 14, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-01
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- A potentially harmful item, [cleaning supplies], was not labeled as required. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed spray two bottle on top of the refrigerator inside the kitchen 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: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facilitys outdoor play area contained litter, nails, glass or other hazards that posed a low potential for harm to children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the green wooden bench broken with exposed screw. Also, the wooden playhouse with roof line bent down and not in good repair. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that the effected areas are in good repair.
- Correction status
- Due by January 14, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-01
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]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the facility failed to have documented proof of the facilitys the Emergency Preparedness drill (inclement weather) during the previous licensing year. On 8/15/25, Licensing Specialist gave Provider technical assistance to ensure that the Emergency Preparedness drill (inclement weather) was conducted prior that licensing expiring. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that inclement weather drill is conducted prior to due date. Fire drills conducted 10/9/25 and 11/12/25. • Fire extinguisher serviced July 2025. • Fire inspection completed on 7/25/25. •
- Correction status
- Due by January 14, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-15
No recorded violations in this report
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: [hand washing station inside the food preparation area]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.1, A.7. Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of reinspection, Licensing Specialist observed no handwashing station inside kitchen area. Provider advised that the sink does not arrive until 10/30/25. Technical assistance was provided that a separate handwashing station with hot running water, a minimum of 100 degrees Fahrenheit. The handwashing station must include a sink with running water and drainage, soap, trash can, and disposable towels or hand-drying machines that are properly installed and maintained. If a portable sink is used for handwashing in the food preparation area, hot water must be provided. An installed three compartment sink, or an installed two-compartment sink with a non- stationary or po ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by November 30, 2025
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-09
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: [handwashing station inside the food preparation area]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.1, A.7. Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of reinspection, Licensing Specialist observed no handwashing station inside kitchen area. On 4/16/25, Provider was advised that handwashing station are required inside the kitchen area. Technical assistance was provided that a separate handwashing station with hot running water, a minimum of 100 degrees Fahrenheit. The handwashing station must include a sink with running water and drainage, soap, trash can, and disposable towels or hand-drying machines that are properly installed and maintained. If a portable sink is used for handwashing in the food preparation area, hot water must be provided. An installed three compartment sink, or an installed two- compartment ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by October 22, 2025
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-09
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: [hand washing station inside the food preparation area]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.1, A.7. (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed no handwashing station inside kitchen area. On 4/16/25, Provider was advised that handwashing station are required inside the kitchen area. Technical assistance was provided that a separate handwashing station with hot running water, a minimum of 100 degrees Fahrenheit. The handwashing station must include a sink with running water and drainage, soap, trash can, and disposable towels or hand-drying machines that are properly installed and maintained. If a portable sink is used for handwashing in the food preparation area, hot water must be provided. An installed three compartment sink, or an installed two- compartment s ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by September 14, 2025
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-09
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The ground cover or other protective surface under the [stationary equipment (swing set, merry-go-round, blue climbing ladder, and yellow beam)] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the stationary equipment (swing set, merry-go-round, blue climbing ladder, and yellow beam) with less than 6 inches of ground cover or protective surface in the fall zone area. Technical assistance was provided that permanent or stationary playground equipment must have a fall/use zone that extends a minimum of 6 feet in all directions from the perimeter of the equipment and a minimum of 6 inches in depth. All types of ground cover must be maintained to provide resilience and reduce the incidence of injuries to children in the event of falls.
- Correction status
- Due by September 14, 2025
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-07
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 inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the blue jungle gym and yellow stationary equipment (climbing equipment) shows signs of rust, peeling paint, and signs of wear. Technical assistance was provided to repair or replace the play equipment before the due date on the inspection. Also, to monitor all playground equipment for signs of wearing and damage and repair or replace.
- Correction status
- Due by May 16, 2025
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 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. This standard was brought back into compliance when provider trained the Child Care Personnel. •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 35 - Communicable Disease Control
- Official code
- 35-12
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The personnel/ volunteer (ten hours or more per month) record did not include a CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form signed annually. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, C Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental did not have a current CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form signed on file. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that the Child Care Personnel must sign CF FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements annually. This standard is back into compliance when Child Care Personnel signed the Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form. • Licensing Specialist reviewed all Child Care Personnel files, totaling 3. •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-04
No recorded violations in this report
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, the facility failed to conduct an emergency preparedness drill (lock down) during the previous licensing year. On 9/6/24, Provider was advised to completed lock down drill prior to licensing 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 to completed lock down drill to satisfy last licensure year drill and Provider is responsible to complete another lock down drill for current licensure year. Fire dr ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by January 26, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-15
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 February 15, 2025
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 35 - Communicable Disease Control
- Official code
- 35-12
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- A potentially harmful item, [soap and water/bleach and water], was not labeled as required. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed two spray bottles on top of the refrigerator inside the kitchen without a label. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all spray bottles 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: 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 7/19/23. The facility did not get a new fire inspection until 7/30/24. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that fire inspection is completed annually. Fire drill conducted on 10/30/23, 11/27/23, 12/14/23, 1/4/24, 2/15/24, 3/12/24, 4/15/24, 5/22/24, 6/26/24, 7/11/24, and 9/3/24. • A fire drill was conducted today in the presence of the Licensing Agency. • Fire extinguisher serviced July 2024. • Fire inspection completed on 7/30/24. • Emergency preparedness drill conducted 8/5/24 (inclement wea ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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
- 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 failed to complete the facilitys daily indoor and outdoor checklist inspection. 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 May 30, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-19
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the 40 hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement. CCF Handbook Section 4.2.1
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental did not complete required training DCF 40-hour training. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that introductory training is complete prior to due date.
- Correction status
- Due by May 30, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-01
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documentation to show completion of a Department approved five-hour early literacy and language development course for child care personnel within 12 months of date of employment in child care industry and/or the early literacy course documentation was not uploaded in the Florida Pathways/Registry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.2 and 4.5, C
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that Child Care Personnel did not have documentation to show completion of a Department approved five-hour early literacy and language development course for child care personnel within 12 months of date of employment in child care industry. Technical assistance was provided to ensure Child Care Personnel complete the Department approved five-hour early literacy and language development prior to due date.
- Correction status
- Due by May 30, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-06
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- The facility failed to maintain a current Employee/Contractor Roster for all child care personnel in the Clearinghouse. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, K
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, Counselor determined that the provider failed to maintain the employee roster. The Child Care Personnel listed on the attached supplemental was not removed to the employee roster within 10 days. Technical assistance was provided to add or remove staff within ten days of the hire or departure date.
- Correction status
- Due by February 17, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-09
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- Supervision of children in the [mixed age (2-year-old - 3-year-old) ] group was inadequate in that [one child care personnel was standing between two classroom attempting to monitor two seperate classrooms]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 (Section 5, numbers 1 - 17) General Requirements [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of inspection, Counselor observed a Child Care Personnel standing between two conjoining classrooms attempting to provide supervision for both classrooms. Technical assistance was provided that children must never be left without Child Care Personnel supervision. And one Child Care Personnel is unable to provide supervision for two classrooms. This standard was brought back into compliance when another Child Care Personnel assumed supervision of the classroom.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
- Official code
- 04-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The facility did not have a written exposure plan regarding safety precautions for exposure to blood and potentially infectious fluids. CCF Handbook, Section 6
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Counselor determined that the Child Care Personnel did not have a current exposure plan on file. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all Child Care Personnel have a current exposure plan on file.
- Correction status
- Due by October 5, 2023
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 35 - Communicable Disease Control
- Official code
- 35-11
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 (Section 19.2, number 2) Record Keeping [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the inspection, Counselor determined the children listed on the supplemental had expired immunization records in their 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 October 5, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-02
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- An employment history verification was not documented and on file. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, D
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Counselor determined that the Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental did not have a 5-year work history documented on file. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that five-year work history is completed (with no gaps in employment) and maintained.
- Correction status
- Due by October 5, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-04
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- The facility failed to maintain a current Employee/Contractor Roster for all child care personnel in the Clearinghouse. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, K
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, Counselor determined that the provider failed to maintain the employee roster. The Child Care Personnel listed on the attached supplemental was not added to the employee roster within 10 days. Technical assistance was provided to add or remove staff within ten days of the hire or departure date. This standard was brought back into compliance when provider updated the clearinghouse.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-09
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The facility did not have 35 square feet of usable floor space per child for the number of children observed in care. The facility had a capacity of [small classroom has a capacity of 4 and the large classroom has the capacity of 16] based on 35 square feet and [there were 8-VPK (4 year old) and 9 2 - 3 year old therefore over capacity in large classroom] children were observed in care. CCF Handbook , Section 3.4.2, D Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, 16 children were counted, another child arrived later putting the ratio 17:2 Child Care Personnel. The third Child Care Personnel arrived, and the children were split in the 2-year-old 3-year-old group and VPK group. However, both groups remained in the large classroom. The 2-year-old 3-year-old group (9 children) eventually went outside for outdoor centers. The VPK (8 children) remained in the large classroom. Technical Assistance was provided that the playground is used for outside play time and the centers are to be held inside the building. The provider must also follow the times on the daily activity list per classroom for the outside play time ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 15 - Licensed Capacity
- Official code
- 15-03
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The play equipment was not maintained in a safe or sanitary condition for the children to use in that [blue ladder climbing equipment ]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B and F Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, Counselor observed the blue ladder climbing equipment with peeling paint and rust. Technical assistance was provided to repair or replace the play equipment before the due date on the inspection. Also, to monitor all playground equipment for signs of wearing and damage and repair or replace.
- Correction status
- Due by January 27, 2023
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-03
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The ground cover or other protective surface under the [swing set, blue merry-go-round, blue climbing ladder equipment, and yellow metal climbing stationary equipment ] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, Counselor observed the swing set with less than 6 inch of ground cover or protective surface in the fall zone area. Also, blue merry-go-round with less than 6 inches of ground cover or protective surface in the fall zone area. Also, the blue climbing ladder equipment have less than 5 inches of ground cover or protective surfaces in the fall zone. The yellow metal climbing stationary equipment with less than 4 inches of ground cover or protective surface in the fall zone area. Technical Assistance was provided that at least 6 inches in depth of mulch is needed to comply with the standard. Additional mulch is needed to be in compliance. Per Child Care ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by February 16, 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]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Counselor determined that the facility had an inadequate number of Child Care Personnel with CPR training. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that adequate number of Child Care Personnel has CPR training.
- Correction status
- Due by January 30, 2023
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 36 - CPR Requirements
- Official code
- 36-03
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- 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]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, Counselor determined that the facility had an inadequate number of Child Care Personnel with first aid training. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that adequate number of Child Care Personnel had first aid training.
- Correction status
- Due by January 30, 2023
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 37 - First Aid Requirements
- Official code
- 37-02
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 walk me through your current process for tracking children's attendance when they are moving between indoor and outdoor play areas?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an inspection in May 2026 show an instance where the attendance roster was not with the group of children while they were on the playground. Asking about the current process helps clarify how staff ensure all children are accounted for during transitions.
- Context
- The finding was corrected at the time of the inspection.
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Finding-specific
What is your center's policy for storing and labeling cleaning supplies to ensure they remain out of reach and clearly identified?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- The available inspection records show multiple instances where cleaning supplies were found without proper labels. This question helps parents understand the current safety protocols for managing potentially harmful materials.
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Finding-specific
How do you maintain your outdoor play equipment to ensure it stays in good repair and free of potential hazards?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records indicate several recent inspections where issues with outdoor equipment, such as rust or ground cover maintenance, were noted. This question allows the provider to explain their ongoing maintenance and safety inspection routine.
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Finding-specific
What steps does your team take to ensure all staff members are up-to-date on their required training and certifications?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Official inspection reports have noted instances where staff training documentation was incomplete. Asking about the current tracking system helps parents understand how the center ensures all personnel meet professional development requirements.
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Finding-specific
How do you ensure that all required emergency drills are conducted and documented throughout the year?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available records show that some emergency preparedness drills were missed in previous licensing years. This question provides insight into how the center manages its compliance schedule for safety drills.
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