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 [13] based on 35 square feet and [23] children were observed in care. CCF Handbook , Section 3.4.2, D Physical Environment [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
Upon inspection of the center, LS observed that the classrooms being used for the summer camp program were overcrowded and exceeded their licensed capacity. The issue was corrected during the inspection, as the students were redistributed into separate classrooms to ensure compliance with capacity requirements. Each room routinely used as a classroom must provide the minimum 35 square footage of usable indoor floor space per child
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 15 - Licensed Capacity
Official code
15-03
Low concern: Administrative posting
Report finding
The facility failed to post the room capacity in each room. CCF Handbook, Section 3.4.1, A Physical Environment [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
Upon inspecting the center, LS observed that the licensed capacity was not posted in two of the classrooms. TA was provided to the director regarding the requirement that each classroom display its licensed capacity in a conspicuous location. The issue was corrected during the inspection, and the capacity postings were placed in both classrooms. A. The capacity, as calculated by the licensing authority, must be posted in a conspicuous location within each room.
A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [6] children is required. A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [8] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. General Requirements [SR]
Report comments
1 Year (1:6) 8 children 1 staff, fixed at time of inspection when 2nd staff member joined room (8 children 2 staff) 2 Years (1:11) 6 children 1 staff 3 - 4 Years (1:15) 9 children 1 staff 4 - 5 Years (1:20) 10 children 1 staff 2 RBT VPK Maximum: 11 with a lead teacher; 20 with a lead teacher and assistant. 5+ Years (1:25) 5-6 years old 9 children 1 staff 6-7 years old 6 children 1 staff 8-9 years old 9 children 1 staff 9-10 years old 7 children 1 staff T.A. The staff-to-child ratio, as established in Section 402.305(4), F.S., is based on primary responsibility for the direct supervision of children and applies at all times while children are in care. In groups of mixed age ra ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Ratio Sufficient
Official code
03-01
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
Bedding and/or linens were not stored in a sanitary manner. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1, G & H Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
Licensing specialist observed beddings being stored in between cots. T.A. Bedding and linens, when not in use, must be stored in a sanitary manner which prevents the spread of germs or lice from other linens. All bedding and linens must be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized at least once a week, and before use by another child. Bedding and linens shall not be stored in the bathroom, unless stored in cabinets.
Children in the outdoor play area were not adequately supervised in that [time]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4.1, A General Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
LS observed children in the outdoor play area were not adequately supervised in that time, while the children were out playing and having an injury. At the time of inspection, the provider had the adequate supervision for staff to child ratio, as required by minimal standards. TA Child care personnel must position themselves in the outdoor play area so that all children can be observed and directly supervised.
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
Inspector notes
33-01: License Specialist observed that the Introductory Course was not completed by the Three (3) month extension provided to the Provider. No on-site inspection was conducted. Re-inspection completed in office via document submission ( DCF Transcript received via www.childcaretraining.myflfamilies.com ) by Licensing Specialist on 12/3/2024. DCF Transcript was reviewed via telephone with Provider to determine compliance and a copy of the DCF TRANSCRIPT was saved in licensing file as supporting documentation. A copy of the re- inspection was e-mailed to Provider requesting review, signature and return to Licensing Specialist for their licensing file. In the form of efforts to ... [truncated]
The facility failed to maintain a current Employee/Contractor Roster for all child care personnel in the Clearinghouse. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, K Record Keeping [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
45-09: Licensing Specialist observed that the facility failed to maintain a current Employer/Contractor Roster with all current Child Care Personnel in the clearinghouse roster. Technical Assistance was given to the Provider as per the SACCF Handbook that (The employer/owner/operator must add child care personnel to their employee/Contractor Roster in the Clearinghouse within 10 days of when the individual has received a child care eligible result and has been hired at the facility. Employer/owner/operator/Director must add an end date for individuals on the Employee/Contractor Roster in the Clearinghouse within 10 days of the employment termination.) Violation was corrected ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
Licensing Specialist observed several areas of the facility were in need of repair. There were several water spots on ceiling tiles throughout the facility, specifically in the 2 Year Old, 3 year Old and S/A Classrooms and the common areas adjacent to the classrooms mentioned. Technical Assistance was given to the Provider as per the CCF Handbook that ( All child care facilities must be clean, in good repair, free from health and safety hazards and from evidence of, or presence of, vermin infestation. Indoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety and documented on a daily inspection log. Outdoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and s ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by October 16, 2024
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
Official code
12-02
Higher concern: Hazardous access
Report finding
An electrical device or apparatus accessible to children was located in a place that could be plugged into an electrical outlet while a person is in contact with a water source, such as a sink, tub, shower area, water table, or swimming pool. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, K (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
License Specialist observed that there was an Electrical Outlet directly across in the shower area which had no covers and did not meet GFCI (Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter) needed in areas of high moisture such as bathroom, kitchens etc. No shower curtain, shower door or barrier was observed to prevent water from splashing or touching the electrical receptacle. Technical Assistance was given to the Director as per the CCF Handbook that ( No electrical device or apparatus accessible to children shall be located in a place that can be plugged into an electrical outlet while a person is in contact with a water source, such as a sink, tub, shower area, water table, or swimming pool.)
Correction status
Due by October 16, 2024
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
Official code
12-21
Higher concern: Sleep safety
Report finding
A minimum distance of 18'' was not maintained between each napping/sleeping space. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.2, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
License Specialist observed several sleeping cots/beddings in multiple classrooms that did not meet the minimum distance of Eighteen (18) Inches between each sleeping space. Technical Assistance was given to the Director as per the CCF Handbook that ( A minimum of 18 inches must be maintained around individual napping and sleeping spaces.) Violation was corrected at time of inspection as the cots were removed as children woke up from their nap. Director and Child Care Personnel for each designated area strategized new classroom space to accommodate cots for the following day with proper distance.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 19 - Nap/Sleep Space Requirements
Official code
19-02
Higher concern: Sleep safety
Report finding
A child's napping or sleeping space was against more than two solid barriers. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.2, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
License Specialist observed several sleeping cots/beddings in multiple classrooms that did not meet the proper sleeping space. Several cots had more than Two (2) solid barriers. Technical Assistance was given to the Director as per the CCF Handbook that ( A maximum of two sides of a napping or sleeping space may be against a solid barrier, such as the wall. The solid side of a crib does not meet the requirements for a solid barrier. Napping and sleeping spaces must not be under furniture or against furniture that creates a hazard. Napping and sleeping areas must not be in exit areas. All exits must remain clear in accordance with fire safety requirements.) Violation was corre ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 19 - Nap/Sleep Space Requirements
Official code
19-03
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
The bath facility was not cleaned and/or sanitized or disinfected after each use. CCF Handbook, Section 3.7, G (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
License Specialist observed that the bath facility (shower) was not cleaned. It was being used as storage at the time of inspection. Technical Assistant was given to the Director as per CCF Handbook that ( Every facility must have at least one portable or permanent bath facility available for bathing children. The portable or permanent bath facility must be in good operation, clean and must be sanitized or disinfected after each use.)
Correction status
Due by October 16, 2024
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 21 - Restrooms and Bath Facilities
Official code
21-10
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
Licensing Specialist observed that One (1) Child Care Personnel did not complete the 40 hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement. Technical Assistance was given to the Director as per the CCF Handbook that (Child care personnel, including volunteers that work 10 hours or more per month, must successfully complete 40 hours of child care training as evidenced by successful completion of competency examinations offered by the Department or its designated representative with a weighted score of 70 or better. A. Part I Courses (28 hours) School-Age child care personnel must complete all of the following: Child Care Facility Rules and Regulation (6 hours); Health, Safety, ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by November 25, 2024
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TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-01
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
Inspector notes
Licensing Specialist observed that the facility failed to maintain a current Employee/Contractor Roster with all current child care personnel in the clearinghouse roster. Technical Assistance was given to the Provider as per the SACCF Handbook that (The employer/owner/operator must add child care personnel to their employee/Contractor Roster in the Clearinghouse within 10 days of when the individual has received a child care eligible result and has been hired at the facility. Employer/owner/operator/Director must add an end date for individuals on the Employee/Contractor Roster in the Clearinghouse within 10 days of the employment termination.)
Correction status
Due by October 16, 2024
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RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
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
FSC observed in the fence having whole in the fence, along with the fence having rust and broken. TA The outdoor play area must have adequate fencing or walls a minimum of 4 feet in height. Fencing, including gates, must be continuous and must not have gaps or opening larger than 3.5 inches that would allow children to exit the outdoor play area. The base of the fence must remain at ground level and be free from erosion or build-up to prevent inside and outside access by children or animals. These areas must have at least two exits, with at least one being remote from the buildings. If an outdoor play area was approved for usage by the Department prior to October 25, 2017, no ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by March 20, 2024
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
Official code
17-07
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 [playground]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B and F Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
Inspector notes
FSC observed one of the plastic play areas where the children play and slide in having to have cracked and breaking. TA All playground equipment must be securely anchored, unless portable or stationary by design, in good repair, maintained in safe and sanitary condition, and placed to ensure safe use by the children. Maintenance must include inspections conducted every month of all supports above and below the ground and of all connectors and moving parts. Documentation of maintenance inspections must be maintained for 12 months. All equipment, fences, and objects on the facilitys premises shall be free from sharp, broken and jagged edges, and properly placed to prevent overc ... [truncated]
Suggested questions for parents based on recorded violations in inspection reports. If there are not enough source-backed violations, you will see general questions for daycare.
Finding-specific
How do you ensure that the correct staff-to-child ratios are maintained throughout the day, especially during transitions or busy times?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from an inspection in January 2026 show an instance where the required staff-to-child ratio was not met. This question helps parents understand the current procedures used to monitor and maintain appropriate staffing levels at all times.
Context
The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps do you take to ensure children are always actively supervised while playing outdoors?
Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from January 2025 noted a concern regarding supervision in the outdoor play area. This question allows the director to explain the current training and positioning strategies used to keep children safe and supervised during outdoor activities.
Context
The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
Could you describe your process for ensuring that all staff members are properly vetted and registered in the state's background screening system?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records from late 2024 show that the facility had repeated difficulties maintaining a current employee roster in the state's clearinghouse. Asking about this process helps parents understand how the center currently manages personnel documentation and compliance.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your daily routine for inspecting the facility to ensure everything is clean and in good repair?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records indicate multiple findings related to facility maintenance and sanitation between 2024 and 2026. This question helps parents learn about the center's current approach to daily safety checks and facility upkeep.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you support your teachers in completing their required training and professional development on time?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Official inspection reports from late 2024 identified instances where staff had not completed required introductory training. This question allows the director to explain how they currently track and ensure that all staff meet their training requirements.