Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 2.33
- Local median
- 1.31
Bright Minds Daycare Center
3815 26th St W, Bradenton, FL 34205
- License:
- C12MA0391
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 14, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, After School, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 45
- License expiration:
- April 18, 2027
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 inspectionMarch 26, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsNovember 20, 2025
Summary
This summary covers 12 available inspections for Bright Minds Daycare Center from March 22, 2024 through March 26, 2026.
Six inspections recorded violations, with 28 recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on March 26, 2026 and involved attendance accountability.
Supervision was a higher-concern topic that showed up in three inspections.
The available reports do not include a later inspection with no recorded violations after that violation.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 12
- Recorded violations
- 28
- Higher-concern violations
- 12
- Repeated topics
- 7
5 in last 12 months
7 in last 12 months
4 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
12 total inspections vs 11 local median in 34205
Compared to 18 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 42%
- Local median
- 20%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 50%
- Local median
- 50%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 7
- Local average
- 2.5
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Sleep safety
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
May 1, 2024August 9, 2024December 9, 2024Staff training
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 4 recorded violations.
April 7, 2025August 18, 2025March 26, 2026Supervision
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 4 recorded violations.
May 1, 2024August 9, 2024March 26, 2026Attendance accountability
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
December 9, 2024March 26, 2026Health or food records
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 6 recorded violations.
August 9, 2024April 7, 2025Facility condition
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 4 recorded violations.
April 7, 2025March 26, 2026Staff-to-child ratio
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
August 9, 2024March 26, 2026Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
- Report finding
- A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [6] children is required. A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [13] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- 1:13 - Mixed Group - (6 one-year-olds, 5 Two-year-olds, and 2 three-year-olds) 1:13 - Four-year-olds Ratio after standard was brought back into compliance. 3:13 (6 one-year-olds and 5 Two-year-olds 2 three-year-olds) 1:13 - Four-year-olds Staff separated classes as more children arrived 1:4 - 3 One-year-olds and 1 infant 1:4 - One-year-olds 1:9 - Two-year-olds 1:10 - Three-year-olds 1:13 - Four-year-olds 1 Staff During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that the ratio in the mixed classroom was 1:13, with 6 one-year-olds, 5 Two-year- olds, and 2 three-year-olds. This standard has been brought back into compliance in that 2 extra staff members arrived making the ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Ratio Sufficient
- Official code
- 03-01
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- Supervision of children in the [Mixed classroom] group was inadequate in that [the staff member could not see all of the children]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that Supervision of children in the mixed classroom, which is the front room when entering the facility, and the two-year-old classroom, was inadequate in that there was 1 teacher was with 13 children. There were 6 children in the pink two-year-old classroom, and 6 children in the mixed room, and the staff member was helping 1 child. The staff was in the bathroom with a child, she could not adequately supervise children in that there was a door dividing the bathroom from the first class, and a wall dividing the first classroom from the second classroom. The Licensing Specialist observed this at 8:17 am. This standard ha ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
- Official code
- 04-01
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- An unscreened individual was left alone with children in care. s.435.06(2)(a), F.S. and CCF Handbook, Section 5.2, C (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed an unscreened individual left alone with children in that their Level 2 background screening did not state eligible. This standard has been brought back into compliance in that the staff member was sent home during the inspection. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, s.435.06(2)(a), F.S: (2)(a) An employer may not hire, select, or otherwise allow an employee to have contact with any vulnerable person that would place the employee in a role that requires background screening until the screening process is completed and demonstrates the absence of any grounds for the denial or ter ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
- Official code
- 04-18
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed an area of the facility was observed to not be in good repair in that in the four- year-old classroom on the right side of the room to the left of the door that leads to the playground, there was a hole above the baseboard that is soft to the touch, that measured 2 feet 6 inches in width. The Operator has been given until 4/26/2026 to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 A: General Health and Safety Requirements A. All childcare facilities must be clean, in good repair, free from health and safety hazards and fro ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 26, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
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]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed 1 childcare 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. The Operator has been given until 4/26/2026 to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, School Readiness Program Health and Safety Standards Handbook: Section 3.1: Preservice: Childcare personnel must successfully complete the preservice training coursework described in this section, as applicable. All childcare personnel must comp ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 26, 2026
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-13
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- There were no daily attendance records or they were unavailable for review by the licensing authority. CCF Handbook, Section 7, B.4 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed there were no daily attendance records for the mixed group of children ages one, two, and three-years-old. This standard has been brought back into compliance in that the staff members completed the attendance for each class during the inspection. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 7, B.4 Record Keeping: B: The following is a list of documentation that is required to be at the facility for review by the licensing authority: 4. Daily attendance of children records must be maintained for a minimum of 12 months. ENFORCEMENT
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 46 - Daily Attendance
- Official code
- 46-01
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
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
- During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed one personnel that had not completed their 40-hour introductory training. The Operator was given until 9/18/2025, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 4.2: Training Requirements 4.2.1 Mandated Introductory Training Childcare personnel must successfully complete 40 hours of childcare 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. Childcare personnel who successfully completed the mandatory 40 ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by September 18, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-01
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed in the 4 year old room there is a crack in the corner wall by the exit sign. In the 1 year old room there is a large hole in the wall on the right side of the sink with paint peeling. Both doors at the bottom of the 1 year old's room have holes in them. The director brought this standard back in compliance at the time of inspection by covering the holes with shelves or contact paper. 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 ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- A fire hazard, [build up of dust on the vents], was observed in the facility. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed a buildup of dust on the vents in the 3 year old's room, the 2 year old's room, and the vent in the bathroom the vent closest to the tub. The director was given until May 7, 2025, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 3.1 B.- General Health and Safety Requirements. B . It is the responsibility of the director/operator to ensure all areas and equipment of the facility are free from fire hazards, such as lint build up in heating and air vents, filters, exhaust fans, ceiling fans, and dryer vents. This includes grease build-up ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by May 7, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-12
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Stored food was not consumed or discarded on or before the expiration date listed by the manufacturer. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed 2 cartons of eggs, yogurt that was expired. The eggs expired on 3/22/25 and the yogurt expired 3/16/25. The director brought this standard back in compliance at the time of inspection by discarding the items. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Hand book, Section 3.9.2, B Food Storage B. Stored food must be consumed or discarded on or before the expiration dates listed by the manufacturer.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-18
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Formula and/or food brought from home was not labeled with the childs first and last name. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.6, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed in the infant room in the freezer there was 1 bag of breast milk that was not labeled with the childs first and last name. The director brought this standard back in compliance at the time of inspection by discarding the breast milk. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.6 Breastmilk, Infant Formula, and Food B. The provider must make sure all formula and food brought from home are labeled with the childs first and last name. The provider is responsible for the label; therefore, if the label is not completed by the parent, child care personnel must put the label ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 28 - Bottles, Breastmilk, Formula and Infant Food
- Official code
- 28-04
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Diaper changing occurred on a surface that was not impermeable. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, E (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed in the 1-year olds classrooms that the changing mat was ripped and exposing the foam. The director brought this standard back in compliance at the time of inspection by changing the mat with a new one. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, E Diapering Requirements - E. When children in diapers are in care, there must be a diaper changing area with an impermeable surface that is cleaned and sanitized or disinfected after each use.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
- Official code
- 30-06
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 Director advised the Licensing Specialist that there are 6 employees. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 6 of the 6 employee records. When the Licensing Specialist was reviewing the files the Licensing Specialist observed 3 personnel did not finish their 5 hours Early Literacy training. The director was given until May 7, 2025, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.2 Early Literacy Training Pursuant to Section 402.305(2)(e)5., F.S., all childcare personnel must complete a single course of training in e ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by May 7, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-06
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]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of inspection, the Director advised the Licensing Specialist that there are 6 employees. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 6 of the 6 employee records. REMINDER : In-service training for 2024/2025 fiscal year must be completed before July 1, 2025. Specialist reviewed 10 hours of annual in-service, completed, for all child care personnel for the 2023/2024 fiscal year. When the Licensing Specialist was reviewing the files the licensing specialist observed three personnel did not complete their School Readiness training within the 90 days. The director was given until May 7, 2025, to come into compliance with this standard. Dur ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by May 7, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-13
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- An employment history verification was not documented and on file. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse: The Background Screening Clearinghouse will generate e-mails and send you, the provider, a reminder at 60, 30, and 21 days prior to the retention date expiration. Please note, you will only receive that notification for the staff that are on your facility/home roster. Please keep your roster current in the Clearinghouse to avoid confusion on expiration dates, or unwanted notifications. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed three personnel that did not have employment history check completed. The director was given until May 7, 2025, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Spe ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by May 7, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-04
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 Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the routine inspection the Licensing Supervisor observed the cots not being in the 3-year-old class 18 inches of separation. The director and staff were instructed to move the cots over and children begin to get up from their naps. The Licensing Supervisor provided technical assistance from the handbook 3.6.2 Nap/Sleep Space C. A minimum of 18 inches must be maintained around individual napping and sleeping spaces. 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.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 19 - Nap/Sleep Space Requirements
- Official code
- 19-02
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- There were no daily attendance records or they were unavailable for review by the licensing authority. CCF Handbook, Section 7, B.4 Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- The Licensing Supervisor observed that no attendance sheets were completed (pictures taken) and completed by staff after it was brought to the director attention. The Licensing Supervisor provided technical assistance from handbook 7 Record Keeping Each of the records described in this section must be maintained at the program location and must be available during the hours of operation for review by the licensing authority: B. The following is a list of documentation that is required to be at the facility for review by the licensing authority: 4. Daily attendance of children records must be maintained for a minimum of 12 months. ENFORCEMENT
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 46 - Daily Attendance
- Official code
- 46-01
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
- Report finding
- 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]
- Inspector notes
- Upon arrival licensing specialist observed 34 children in one classroom eating lunch and 3 infants in the infant room with one teacher. 34:4 mixed ages 1-5yrs 3:1 infant room Licensing specialist was able to assist director to separate the children into proper ratios in each room. 3:1 infants 6:1 1 yr olds 10:1 2 yr olds 10:1 3 yr olds 8:1 4/5 yr olds
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Ratio Sufficient
- Official code
- 03-01
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- Supervision of children in the [mixed age] group was inadequate in that [one of the teachers left the group to answer the door.]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 General Requirements [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of inspection, licensing specialist was let in the building by the director who was one of the four teachers supervising the mixed age group of 34 children leaving the group of 34 children with only three teachers. The youngest children were 5 one year old children. Licensing specialist observed and photographed children leaving classroom to move to another without any teachers. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 2.4. Child care personnel must be assigned to provide direct supervision to a specific group of children and be with that group of children at all times. Children must never be left without chi ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
- Official code
- 04-01
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]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection licensing specialist observed that the room capacity was not posted in each classroom. Licensing specialist created capacity signs and were posted in the classrooms bringing this back into compliance. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 3.4. The capacity, as calculated by the licensing authority, must be posted in a conspicuous location within each room.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 15 - Licensed Capacity
- Official code
- 15-05
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 Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection licensing specialist observed and photographed the cots without 18" of separation. The director was able to move cots into another classroom creating enough space between the cots bringing this back into compliance. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 3.6.2, C Nap/Sleep Space, C. A minimum of 18 inches must be maintained around individual napping and sleeping spaces. 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. •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 19 - Nap/Sleep Space Requirements
- Official code
- 19-02
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Open packages of perishable or leftover foods were not [ properly covered or sealed, labeled with date, properly stored]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, D
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection licensing specialist observed and photographed four ham and cheese sandwiches left over from lunch that were not covered and labeled in the refrigerator. Director was able to give four staff members a sandwich to eat as their lunch bringing this back into compliance, During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Hand book, Section 3.9.2 Food Storage D. Opened packages of perishable or leftover food items must be properly covered or sealed in containers or bags, labeled with the date, and properly stored and discarded within seven calendar days. •
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-21
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The facility does not have documentation for all child care personnel on required annual refresher education of the facilitys exposure plan. CCF Handbook, Section 6
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection licensing specialist observed that the newly hired staff did not have training on the exposure plan. Be sure to have staff train in the exposure plan by September 9, 2024. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 6 Health Requirements There are three common modes of transmission for the spread of microorganisms in child care settings: contact, droplet, and airborne. Many common infections encountered in the child care setting are transmitted by direct or indirect contact. Child care facilities shall develop a written exposure plan regarding universal safety precautions, recommended by the Centers fo ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by September 9, 2024
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 35 - Communicable Disease Control
- Official code
- 35-12
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Child(ren) did not have a Florida Certification of Immunization (DH Form 680) or a Religious Exemption from Immunization (DH Form 681), on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1, B Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- During the inspection, the director advised that there are currently 36 children enrolled. During the inspection, Child Care Regulation monitored 36 of the 36 children's records. One file did not contain immunization forms after 30 days of enrollment. Be sure to have parents bring the current immunization form by the due date of September 9, 2024. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 F Immunization Records The child care facility is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed Florida Certification of Immunization form Part A-1, B, or C, DH 680, which is incorporated ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by September 9, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- During the inspection, the director advised that there are currently 36 children enrolled. During the inspection, Child Care Regulation monitored 36 of the 36 children's records. Three files contained expired immunization forms. Be sure to have parents bring the current immunization form by the due date of September 9, 2024. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 F Immunization Records The child care facility is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed Florida Certification of Immunization form Part A-1, B, or C, DH 680, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22. ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by September 9, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-02
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- A signed statement from the custodial parent(s) or legal guardian(s) attesting that the facility had provided the department's Know Your Child Care Facility brochure was not on file for the child(ren). CCF Handbook, Section 7.3, C.1.
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection licensing specialist observed that the enrollment form did not include the Know Your Childcare Facility brochure. Be sure to update your enrollment information to include the Know Your Child Care Facility by the due date of September 9, 2024. Licensing specialist provided technical assistance CCF Handbook, Section 7.3, C.1 There shall be signed statements from the custodial parents or legal guardian that the child care facility has provided them with the following information: 1. The Departments child care facility brochure, CF/PI 175-24, Know Your Child Care Facility, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(m), F.A.C. This brochure may be ob ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by September 9, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 43 - Enrollment Information
- Official code
- 43-03
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- Supervision of children in the [infant] group was inadequate in that [teacher left the area]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 General Requirements [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of inspection, licensing specialist observed and photographed infant child alone in a classroom while sleeping. Teacher returned to the room and explained it was her child and she was in the other room for a few minutes. TA Child care personnel must be assigned to provide direct supervision to a specific group of children and be with that group of children at all times. Children must never be left without child care personnel supervision inside or outside the facility, in a vehicle, or at a field trip location.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
- Official code
- 04-01
Higher concern: Sleep safety
- Report finding
- A napping or sleeping infant who is not capable of rolling over was not positioned on his/her back and on a firm surface, or was swaddled, and the provider did not have written authorization for an alternate sleep position from a physician in the childs record. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.4, B Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection licensing specialist observed and photographed an infant not capable of rolling over sleeping on her back. TA When napping or sleeping, young infants who are not able to roll over must be positioned on their backs and on a firm surface to reduce the risk of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome, unless an alternate position is authorized by a physician. Sleep sacks that fit according to manufacturers recommendations, do not restrict the infants arms, and will not slide up around the infants face may be used for the comfort of the sleeping infant; however, swaddling shall not be used unless authorized in writing by the childs physician. Written documentation o ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 20 - Crib Requirements
- Official code
- 20-04
No recorded violations in this report
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
Can you describe your current process for maintaining daily attendance records for each classroom?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from recent inspections show instances where daily attendance records were unavailable for review. Asking about the current process helps clarify how the center ensures these important records are consistently maintained and ready for verification.
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What steps are taken to ensure all staff members have completed their background screenings before they begin working with children?
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- Why ask this
- An official inspection report noted an instance where an individual was present with children before their background screening was fully cleared. This question allows the director to explain the current procedures in place to prevent this from happening.
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How do you monitor classroom staffing levels throughout the day to ensure required ratios are always met?
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- Why ask this
- Available inspection records show that there have been times when the number of children in a classroom exceeded the required staff-to-child ratio. Understanding how the center manages staffing during transitions or busy times provides insight into their daily operations.
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What is your process for tracking and verifying that all staff have completed their required training and professional development?
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- Why ask this
- Public records indicate that in past inspections, some staff members had not completed required training within the expected timeframes. This question helps parents understand how the center tracks staff qualifications and ensures everyone is up to date on their requirements.
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How do you ensure that all areas of the facility are kept in good repair and free of potential hazards?
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- Why ask this
- An official inspection report identified areas of the facility that were not in good repair. Asking about the center's maintenance schedule and hazard-check routine helps parents understand how the facility is kept in a clean and functional state.
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