The director responsible for the daily operation of the program did not have an active Director Credential. CCF Handbook, Section 4.7
Inspector notes
Upon conducting the inspection, LS observed that the center did not have a current director. The former director had been terminated, and no qualified director had been designated to assume the position at the time of the inspection. Section 402.305(2)(g), F.S., requires a child care facility to have a credentialed director. Every applicant for a license to operate a child care facility or a license for a change of ownership of a child care facility must document that the facility director has an active Director Credential prior to issuance of the license. An applicant for the Director Credential must meet the requirements referenced in CFFSP Form 5290, Florida Child Care and ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by November 6, 2026
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TRAINING - 34 - Credentialed Staff
Official code
34-04
Medium concern: Staff training
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The facility owner failed to notify the licensing authority within five working days of when the facility lost the credentialed director or when there was a change of director. CCF Handbook, Section 4.7, D. 1 and 2
Inspector notes
Upon conducting the inspection, LS was informed that the director had been terminated on June 5, 2026. The department was not notified of the directors separation, and at the time of the inspection, the center did not have a qualified director on site. Child care facility owners must notify the licensing authority within five working days of when the facility loses a credentialed director or when there is a change of director. 1. The licensing authority will then issue a provisional license for a period not to exceed six months for any facility without a credentialed director. 2. The provisional license will have an effective date of the first day the facility was without a c ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by November 6, 2026
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TRAINING - 34 - Credentialed Staff
Official code
34-07
Higher concern: Medication
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A medication, [Epi-pens], brought to the center for administration, was not in its original container. CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, C
Inspector notes
Upon inspecting the medications maintained at the facility, LS observed that 27 EpiPens were not stored in their original containers. Child care programs are not required to give medication; however, if a program chooses to do so, it must comply with the following requirements: Prescription and non-prescription medication brought to the child care facility by the custodial parent or legal guardian must be in the original container. Prescription medication must have a label stating the name and contact information of the physician and/or pharmacy, childs name, name of the medication, and medication directions. All prescription and non-prescription medication must be dispensed ... [truncated]
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
Licensing Specialist observed a child care working on the premises and did not complete the 40 hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement. T.A. 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.
The Student Health Examination or equivalent health statement was not acceptable in that: [ It was not current (over two years old)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2
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Licensing Specialist notice the Student Health Examination on children file was not current, over two years old. T.A. The child care facility is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed Student Health Examination form DH 3040, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(q), F.A.C. and may be obtained from the local county health department, the parent or legal guardian, or a signed statement by authorized professionals that indicate the results of the components of the Student Health Examination form are included in the health examination.
Suggested questions for parents based on recorded violations in inspection reports. If there are not enough source-backed violations, you will see general questions for daycare.
Finding-specific
Could you explain the current process for ensuring all medications, including emergency items like EpiPens, are stored in their original containers?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from a June 2026 inspection show that some medications were not stored in their original containers as required. This question helps clarify how the center now manages medication storage to ensure compliance with safety standards.
Context
Correction due date is 7/31/2026.
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Finding-specific
How does the center ensure that all staff members, including new hires, meet the required training and credentialing standards?
Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from June 2026 and a previous report from October 2024 indicate instances where staff training or director credential requirements were not fully met. This question allows the center to describe their current oversight process for maintaining staff qualifications.
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Finding-specific
What steps are in place to ensure that all children's health records and examination forms are kept up to date?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records from June 2024 note that some student health examinations were not current. Asking about this helps parents understand the center's current administrative process for tracking and renewing these important health documents.
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General question
How does the center communicate with families regarding changes in leadership or key staff roles?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Understanding how a center manages and communicates leadership transitions helps families feel informed about the stability and continuity of care for their children.
General question
What is your approach to maintaining consistent daily routines and supervision for children across all age groups?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Consistent routines and active supervision are fundamental to a stable learning environment. This question helps parents understand how the center supports children's development and maintains a structured atmosphere throughout the day.