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Tiny Tots University Inc

930 9th Street Dr W, Palmetto, FL 34221

License:
C12MA0112
Type:
Child Care Facility
Status:
Licensed
Records checked:
July 14, 2026
Additional info
Programs and services:
School Readiness, VPK, After School, Before School, Drop In, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Transportation
Hours:
Mon-Fri: 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
Capacity:
140
License expiration:
September 30, 2026
Typical cost: $1,170 - $1,575 (Under 1)
Child’s age

$1,170 - $1,575/mo

Median daily rate: $54.00 - $72.70

Official Florida Division of Early Learning Manatee 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 22, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsJanuary 8, 2026

Summary

This summary covers 17 available inspections for Tiny Tots University Inc from January 20, 2023 through May 22, 2026.

Nine inspections recorded violations, with 31 recorded violations in total.

The most recent higher-concern violation was on May 22, 2026 and involved child guidance.

The available reports do not include a later inspection with no recorded violations after that violation.

At a glance

Total inspections
17

5 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
31

18 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
9

9 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
4

Last 36 months

Local comparison

17 total inspections vs 10 local median in 34221

Compared to 25 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
1.82
Local median
1.69

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
12%
Local median
30%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
53%
Local median
50%

Repeated topics

This provider
4
Local average
2.56

Repeated topics

Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.

Inspection history

Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.

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Higher concern: Supervision
Report finding
A child was left without child care personnel supervision inside or outside the facility, in a vehicle, or at a field trip location away from the facility. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4.1, B General Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
During the inspection, the director stated to the licensing specialist the assistant director called me, and she said the child was left in the van and was standing in the parking lot. The assistant director stated that the childs teachers in the afternoon were the ones that found her standing alone in the parking spot next to the road and the van. The operator brought this standard back in compliance at the time of inspection by bringing the child back to the teachers that are her teachers in the afternoon. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 2.4.1,B General Supervision Requirements B . Child care personnel must be ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
Official code
04-10
Higher concern: Transportation
Report finding
Upon arrival at the destination, it was determined that the driver of the vehicle, or assigned child care personnel, failed to mark each child off the log as children departed the vehicle. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.2, F General Requirements [SR]
Report comments
During the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed the transportation log, and the child was not marked on or off the bus the day of the incident. The director was given until June 26, 2026, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 2.5.2, F Transportation By Vehicle. F. Upon arrival at the destination by vehicle, the driver of the vehicle must: 1. Mark each child off the log as the child departs the vehicle; 2. Conduct a physical inspection and visual sweep of the vehicle interior to ensure that no child is left in the vehicle; and 3. Record, sign, and date the transportat ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by June 26, 2026
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 05 - Transportation
Official code
05-05
Higher concern: Transportation
Report finding
Upon arrival at the destination, the driver of the vehicle, or assigned child care personnel, and second adult failed to conduct a physical inspection and visual sweep of the vehicle to ensure that no child was left in the vehicle. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.2, F and G General Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
During the inspection, the director stated to the licensing specialist I did not do the first or second sweep I just got my stuff went to the bathroom then left. I did not ask anyone to do the second sweep because I was in a hurry to get to my sons school. The operator brought this standard back in compliance at the time of inspection by stating they will go through the bus to check for the children and to turn the alarm off. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 2.5.2, F&G Transportation By Vehicle. F. Upon arrival at the destination by vehicle, the driver of the vehicle must: 1. Mark each child off the log as the chi ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 05 - Transportation
Official code
05-06
Higher concern: Transportation
Report finding
The vehicle had operating seat belts and/or safety restraints for [10] children and [13] children were transported at one time. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.5 General Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
During the inspection, when the licensing specialist observed the 04 Chevy Express (190074) there were only 10 working seat belts. Then the Licensing Specialist observed the transportation logs for the 04 Chevy Express (190074). The licensing specialist observed May 18, 2026, in the morning drop off there were 13 children checked in on the log. On May 19, 2026, in the morning drop off there were 12 children checked in on the log. On May 20, 2026, in the morning drop off there were 14 children checked in on the log. On May 21, 2026 (the day the complaint happened) in the morning drop off there were 12 children checked in on the log. On May 22, 2026, in the morning drop off the ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 08 - Seat Belts/Child Restraints
Official code
08-01
Higher concern: Transportation
Report finding
The facility's use of seat belts was not age appropriate for children being transported who required safety restraints. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.5 General Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
During the inspection, the director stated to the licensing specialist the child was in a booster seat asleep in the second row. The director brought this standard back in compliance at the time of inspection by providing a car seat not a booster seat for the child to be transported in. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.5 Seat Belt/Child Restraints: Each child, when transported, must be seated in a back seat in an individual factory installed seat belt or federally approved child safety restraint. The child safety restraint must be installed, secured and used in accordance with the manufacturers instructions a ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 08 - Seat Belts/Child Restraints
Official code
08-03
Higher concern: Transportation
Report finding
The vehicle had missing, broken or non-operable seat belts and/or safety restraints. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.5 General Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed there were 3 seat belts on the 04 Chevy Express (190074) that were not in working condition. The director was given until June 26, 2026, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.5 Seat Belt/Child Restraints: Each child, when transported, must be seated in a back seat in an individual factory installed seat belt or federally approved child safety restraint. The child safety restraint must be installed, secured and used in accordance with the manufacturers instructions and a copy of such instructions must be maintained (in ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by June 26, 2026
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 08 - Seat Belts/Child Restraints
Official code
08-04
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
During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed in the 2017 Chevy Express 3500 (177092) the back of the seat were ripped and exposing the foam. The director was given until July 16, 2026, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 3.1 A.- General Health and Safety Requirements. A. 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 ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by July 16, 2026
More details
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
Official code
12-02
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
Report finding
The facility did not have a written plan for reporting and managing any incident or unusual occurrence that is threatening to the health, safety, or welfare of the children or child care personnel to the licensing authority. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.7 Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
During the inspection, the provider stated she did not have an Emergency Preparedness Plan. The director was given until July 16, 2026, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.7, A Emergency Procedures Facilities must have a procedure for responding to situations when an immediate emergency response is required. A contingency plan for emergency or disaster situations needs to be in place when it may not be possible to follow standard emergency procedures. Emergency procedures must be posted and readily available. All providers and child care personnel must be trained to ma ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by July 16, 2026
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
Official code
23-24
Medium concern: Incident records
Report finding
Child care personnel failed to immediately contact emergency services and the child's custodial parents or legal guardians in the event of a serious illness, accident, injury or emergency to their child. CCF Handbook, Section 6.3, B & C and 2.5.3, E Health Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
During the inspection, the director stated they did not call 911 because the child seemed to be ok. The director brought this standard back in compliance at the time of inspection the provider stated they will call emergency service if anything like this happens again. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 6.3, B&C Emergency Telephone Numbers B. For life threatening injuries, the provider shall call 911 and then notify the parent. C. Custodial parents or legal guardians must be notified immediately if the event of any serious illness, accident, injury or emergency to their child, and their specific instructions regard ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 39 - Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation
Official code
39-01
Medium concern: Incident records
Report finding
Child care personnel failed to document an accident or incident on the day that it occurred. CCF Handbook, Section 6.4, A Health Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
During the inspection, the director stated I did not write the accident report the day it happened because I was at my sons school, and it was chaotic. We did not write an accident report yesterday I was going to write it today with you. The director brought this standard back in compliance at the time of inspection by writing up a accident report. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 6.4 A. Accident/Incident Notification A. All accidents and incidents or unusual occurrences that are threatening to the health, safety, or welfare of a child that occur while the child is in care must be documented on the same day they occur.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 39 - Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation
Official code
39-03
Higher concern: Child guidance
Report finding
As a mandated reporter, the owner, operator, employee, volunteer or substitute failed to report suspected child abuse or neglect as required in section 39.201, Florida Statutes. CCF Handbook, Section 8.2, B Enforcement [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
During the inspection, the provider stated they did not report it to the hotline because they did not know I had to. The director brought this standard back in compliance at the time of inspection by stating they will notify the hotline the next time. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 8.2, B Child Safety. B. The operational status of a training provider who has been approved to provide the Birth Through Five and/or School-Age FCCPC Program but is not currently accepting students shall be referred to as Compliant/Non-operational. Compliant/Non-operational Birth Through Five and School-Age FCCPC training providers ar ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
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RECORD KEEPING - 47 - Access/Child Safety
Official code
47-03
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Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The facilitys outdoor play space was not enclosed with fencing or walls a minimum of 4 feet in height. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, F Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
During the inspection, the provider stated they opened the wooden gate to playground and put up a baby gate so they could get the air to flow because it is hot. The director brought this standard back in compliance at the time of inspection by removing the baby gate and closing the gate which is 4 feet in height. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 3.5 F- Outdoor Play Area. F. 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 inches that would allow children to exit the outdoor play area ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
Official code
17-05
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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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
During the time of the inspection, in the VPK classroom, the Licensing Specialist observed a blue cup on the table where a child was seated and having breakfast. The Licensing Specialist asked the teacher what was inside the cup. The teacher responded, "It has hot coffee". Photos were taken at time of inspection. The standard was brought back into compliance during the inspection in that the teacher removed the cup from the table and put it inside a closet out of reach of children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B: All potentially harmful items, including cleaning supplies, flammable products, poisonous, toxic, and hazardous materials, must be labeled and used according to manufa ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 13 - Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons
Official code
13-02
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 [for the months of June, July, and August 2025]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.4, A (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
During the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed the fire extinguisher was last serviced in July 2025, and the annual fire inspection was conducted on 7/9/2025. During the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed the last fire drill was conducted on 5/9/2025. The standard was brought back into compliance during the inspection in that the facility conducted a fire drill during the inspection in the presence of the Licensing Specialist. There was a total of 11 adults, 42 children at the time of the fire drill. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.4, A During the facilitys license year, fire drills utilizing the alarm system, approved by the local fire ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
Official code
23-06
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3)
Inspector notes
During the time of inspection, the Owner/Operator/Director advised the Licensing Specialist that there are 12 employees. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 12 of the 12 employee records. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed one employee that did not have 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. The provider has until 9/19/2025 to bring the standard back into compliance. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.2 Pursuant to Section 402.305(2)(e)5., F.S., all child care personnel must com ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by September 19, 2025
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TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-06
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that one child had one medication in the facility that had an expiration date of 06/2025. The Licensing Specialist also observed a second child that had one medication in the facility that had an expiration date of 02/2023. The standard was brought back into compliance during the time of the inspection in that the Director discarded the expired medications; therefore, this is being marked as resolved at time of inspection. CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, H Medication that has expired or that is no longer being dispensed must be returned to the custodial parent or legal guardian or discarded.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 40 - Medication
Official code
40-17
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
Inspector notes
During the time of the inspection, the Owner/Operator/Director advised the Licensing Specialist that there are currently [108] children enrolled. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored [108] of the [108] childrens records. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed two children with Student Health Examinations on file that were over two years old. Child one had a Student Medical Evaluation last completed on 4/23/2023. Child two had a Student Medical Evaluation last completed on 6/16/2023. The provider has until 9/19/2025 to bring the standard back into compliance. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 The child care facility is res ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by September 19, 2025
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RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
Official code
42-02
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 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
Inspector notes
During the time of the inspection, the Owner/Operator/Director advised the Licensing Specialist that there are currently [12] employees. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored [12] of the [12] employees records. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed 2 employees did not include a CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form signed annually. During the time of the inspection, the standard was brought back into compliance in that the 2 employees signed a CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, C Records must be maintained and kept current on all ch ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
Official code
44-04
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Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
Cleaning and sanitizing potty chairs did not take place after each use. CCF Handbook, Section 3.7, D (Section 10.6, number 4) Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
During the inspection licensing specialist observed and photographed a potty chair in the 2-3 yr old classroom had a potty chair that was not emptied. Director had the staff empty and sanitize the potty chair at the time of inspection bringing this back into compliance. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 3.7 D- Restrooms and Bath Facilities. Potty chairs, if used, shall be in addition to the toilet requirements, and must be cleaned and sanitized or disinfected after each use.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 21 - Restrooms and Bath Facilities
Official code
21-05
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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 12.4, number 3) Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
At time of inspection licensing specialist observed and photographed mats in the 2/3 yr old classroom were torn on the corners of the mats. Be sure to replace the torn mats by due date. TA Floor mats must be at least one-inch thick and covered with an impermeable surface.
Correction status
Due by February 29, 2024
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 18 - Bedding and Linens
Official code
18-06
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 [A pedal cover was missing on one of the tricycle ]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B and F (Section 11.2, numbers 2 and 4) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of the inspection licensing specialist observed and photographed a missing pedal on the green and yellow tricycle. The tricycle was removed bringing this standard back into compliance. TA Equipment, materials, furnishings, and play areas should be sturdy, safe, and in good repair. Provider should monitor the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) recommendations for use of equipment.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
Official code
32-03
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Low concern: Administrative posting
Report finding
The facility used electronic media time with children younger than 2 years of age. CCF Handbook, Section 2.6, C
Correction / follow-up note
9-6: During the reinspection, Licensing Specialist observed that electronic media was being used in the one year old classroom via a mounted a propped iPad. During the inspection, the iPad was turned around so that the children cannot see the screen. This is being marked corrected at the time of the inspection. During the reinspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, Do not include the use of electronic media for children under two years of age. Electronic media may only be used for educational purposes or physical activity for children 2 years of age and older for no more than 1 to 2 hours per day.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 09 - Planned Activities
Official code
09-06
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
A fire hazard, [a lit candle], was observed in the facility. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, B Physical Environment [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
12-2: During the reinspection, Licensing Specialist observed that a candle was lit on a counter in a hallway. During the inspection, staff blew the candle out. This is being marked corrected at the time of the inspection. During the reinspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, A. 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 safety. Any problems must be corrected before the play ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
Official code
12-12
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
17-01: During the reinspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the fence was not in good repair in that the wooden fence on the playground closest to the facility had a broken board. Licensing Specialist observed that the fence was not in good repair in that the wooden fence on the playground closest to the facility had a horizontal metal pole that was not connected to the vertical post. On the playground across the street, the chain link fence was not in good repair in that there were multiple spots where the chain link portion of the fence was not connected the vertical posts and a vertical post was not connected the metal cap on the horizonal pole. During the reinspect ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by February 16, 2024
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
Official code
17-01
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The facilitys outdoor play space was not enclosed with fencing or walls a minimum of 4 feet in height. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, F Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
17-05: During the reinspection, Licensing Specialist measured the height of the chain link fence on the playground closest to the facility and observed that it was between 3 ft 2 inches and 3 ft 6 inches. During the reinspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, 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 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 buildup to prevent inside and outside access by children or animals. These are ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by February 16, 2024
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
Official code
17-05
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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]
Report comments
At the time of reinspection, three sections of the fence were in need of repair. photos taken. Staff said it must have just happened yesterday. TA: be sure the fencing is in good repair. Daily inspections should be done prior to children using the playground.
Correction status
Due by December 1, 2023
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
Official code
17-01
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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 time of inspection, counselor observed and photographed two sections of fencing where the poles were not capped. The edge of the exposed uncapped pole was very sharp. TA was given in the importance of having secured fencing around the entire playground. Be sure to have the poles capped and the fence secured by due date.
Correction status
Due by October 6, 2023
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
Official code
17-01
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
The facility did not have documentation to show child care personnel had begun the introductory training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.1
Report comments
At time of inspection, one staff member had not begun her training. TA was given on following the DCF timeline of required training with new employees and flyer was given to keep with any new employee files. Be sure to have staff member begin her training by due date.
Correction status
Due by October 6, 2023
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TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-03
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The facility's first aid kit was missing the following items: [ Digital thermometer, A current resource guide on first aid and CPR procedures, Bottled water]. CCF Handbook, Section 6.2, C (Section 13.5) Health Requirements [SR]
Report comments
At time of inspection, counselor found the first aid kit in the white van was missing a working digital thermometer, a current resource guide on first aid and CPR procedures and a bottle of water. The director was able to add a bottle of water at time of inspection. The first aid kit in the black van was missing a working digital thermometer. The center first aid kit was missing a digital thermometer and soap. TA was given as to where in the child care facility handbook the list of the minimum required items needed in each first aid kit was located. Staff were able to complete the kits after purchasing thermometers at the local CVS located in same block area.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 37 - First Aid Requirements
Official code
37-06
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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
Correction / follow-up note
The employee listed on the supplemental form has not completed the required DCF training courses within the allotted time. Per Provider the employee needs to test on one course to meet training requirements. The employee will submit the employees DCF training transcript to the licensing office on or before 06/19/2023 via email to verify compliance.
Correction status
Due by June 19, 2023
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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
Correction / follow-up note
The employee listed on the supplemental form has not completed an approved five hour early literacy course within the allotted time. The employee will complete the required training on or before 06/19/2023. The Provider will submit the employees DCF training transcript to the licensing office via email.
Correction status
Due by June 19, 2023
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TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-06

Questions to ask

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Can you describe the current procedures in place to ensure children are always accounted for during transportation and arrival at the facility?

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Public records from a May 2026 inspection note a concern regarding child supervision during transportation. Asking about current procedures helps parents understand how the center manages vehicle safety and arrival routines.
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What steps are taken to ensure that all vehicles used for transportation are fully equipped with working safety restraints for every child?

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Why ask this
An official inspection report from May 2026 identified issues with non-operable seat belts in a transport vehicle. This question helps parents understand how the center maintains its equipment to keep children secure.
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The facility was given a correction deadline of June 26, 2026, for this item.
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Could you walk me through your current emergency preparedness plan and how often staff practice these procedures?

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Why ask this
Available inspection records from 2025 and 2026 show repeated findings regarding emergency preparedness and the need for a written plan. This question helps parents understand how the center ensures it is ready for unexpected situations.
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The facility was given a correction deadline of July 16, 2026, for the emergency plan.
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How does the center monitor the condition of its facilities and play equipment to ensure everything remains in good repair?

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Why ask this
Official records from multiple inspections between 2024 and 2026 indicate repeated concerns regarding facility maintenance and sanitation. This question helps parents understand the center's daily maintenance and inspection routines.
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What is your process for ensuring that all staff members complete their required training and professional development on time?

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Why ask this
Public records from 2023 and 2025 inspections show instances where staff training documentation was incomplete. This question helps parents understand how the center tracks and manages staff qualifications.
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