An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A
Correction / follow-up note
During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed stained ceiling tiles in the first girls bathroom and stained ceiling tiles in the second boys bathroom. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook: 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 area is used ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by April 2, 2026
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
Official code
12-02
Higher concern: Hazardous access
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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
Inspector notes
During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed an unlocked storage closet which was accessible to children contained craft items such as industrial paper cutters. The Operator locked the closet during the time of the inspection. In room 108 the sink cabinet was unlocked and contained cleaning supplies sch as multipurpose sprays. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook: B. All potentially harmful items, including cleaning supplies, flammable products, poisonous, toxic, and hazardous materials, must be labeled and used according to manufacturers recommendation. These items, as well as ... [truncated]
Fire drills conducted during the licensure year did not include the following [fire drill conducted in the presence of Licensing.]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.4, C
Inspector notes
During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored the Fire Drill Log and observed documentation of the last fire drill having been conducted on 2-4-26. The last approved fire inspection for this facility was dated 12-3-25. The fire extinguisher certifications are valid until 3-2026. During the time of the inspection, the facility was unable to conduct a fire drill in the presence of Licensing due to not having access to the alarm system information as it is kept with personnel who was not on-site during the time of the inspection. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook: C. A current attendance re ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by April 2, 2026
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
Official code
23-07
Medium concern: Health or food records
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The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired), An applicable part of the record was not complete]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1
Inspector notes
During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed 1 childs immunization record was expired and 1 childs immunization record did not include an expiration or completion date. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook: 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-22.001(7)(o), F.A.C., or the Religious Exemption from Immunization form, DH 681, which is incorporated by reference in 65C- 22.001(7)(p), F.A.C., f ... [truncated]
Harmful items including cleaning supplies, flammable products, poisonous, toxic, and hazardous materials were accessible to children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B
Inspector notes
During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed three pairs of adult scissors in the VPK room within reach of the children in care. The Licensing Specialist observed three bottles of hand sanitizer and a fragrance spray in the VPK room within reach of the children in care. During the time of the inspection, this was resolved by the Operator removing the scissors, hand sanitizer and fragrance spray and placing them in a closet out of reach of the children in care. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook: All potentially harmful items, including cleaning supplies, flammable products, po ... [truncated]
The facility failed to post the room capacity in each room. CCF Handbook, Section 3.4.1, A
Inspector notes
During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that the capacities were not posted in any of the three classrooms. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook: A. The capacity, as calculated by the licensing authority, must be posted in a conspicuous location within each room."
Correction status
Due by April 14, 2025
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 15 - Licensed Capacity
Official code
15-05
Medium concern: Facility condition
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The bedding available was not sanitary and poses a threat to the health, safety or well-being of a child in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1
Correction / follow-up note
During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed 4 napping mats had rips and tears. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook: Each child in care must be provided safe and sanitary bedding to be used when napping or sleeping. Nap bedding is not required for school-age children; however, the program must provide an area for children that choose to rest."
Correction status
Due by April 14, 2025
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 18 - Bedding and Linens
Official code
18-04
Low concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
Child care personnel did not have an employment application on file. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, A
Inspector notes
During the time of the inspection the Licensing Specialist observed ten personnel did not have an employment application on file. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook: a complete employment application with the required statement pursuant to Section 402.3055(1)(b), F.S."
Correction status
Due by April 14, 2025
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RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
Official code
44-02
Low concern: Recordkeeping
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The child care personnel record did not include a signed statement regarding any work in a center that had been subject to negative licensing action or the subject of disciplinary action while employed. s.402.3055(1)(b), F.S. and Section 7.4, A
Inspector notes
During the time of inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed nine personnel records did not include a signed statement regarding any work in a center that had been subject to negative licensing action or the subject of disciplinary action while employed. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook: a complete employment application with the required statement pursuant to Section 402.3055(1)(b), F.S."
Correction status
Due by April 14, 2025
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RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
Official code
44-03
Low concern: Recordkeeping
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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
Inspector notes
During the time of inspection, the Operator advised the Licensing Specialist that there 11 employees. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored of 11 the 11 employee records. During the time of the inspection the Licensing Specialist observed two personnel records did not include a CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form signed annually. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook: CF-FSP Form 5337, Child Abuse & Neglect Reporting Requirements, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(l), F.A.C., must be signed on or before hire date and annually ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by April 14, 2025
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RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
Official code
44-04
Higher concern: Background screening
Report finding
A complete CF-FSP Form 5131, Background Screening and Personnel File Requirements, was not on file for all employees. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1, A
Inspector notes
During the inspection, the licensing Specialist observed ten personnel did not have a complete CF-FSP Form 5131, Background Screening and Personnel File Requirements in their file. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook: Each personnel record must have a completed CF-FSP Form 5131, Background Screening and Personnel File Requirements, which is incorporated by reference in paragraph 65C-22.001(7)(b), F.A.C."
Correction status
Due by April 14, 2025
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RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1
Inspector notes
During the time of the inspection the licensing counselor observed that 6 children immunization forms were expired. According to the DCF handbook under 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 A1, B, or C, DH 680, which is incorporated by reference in 65C22.001(7)(o), F.A.C., or the Religious Exemption from Immunization form, DH 681, which is incorporated by reference in 65C22.001(7)(p), F.A.C., from the custodial parent or legal guardian
Correction status
Due by April 22, 2024
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RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
Official code
41-02
Questions to ask
Suggested questions for parents based on recorded violations in inspection reports. If there are not enough source-backed violations, you will see general questions for daycare.
Finding-specific
What steps does the center take to ensure that cleaning supplies and other potentially harmful items are always stored securely and out of reach of children?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records show that inspectors have observed cleaning supplies and other hazardous materials in areas accessible to children during recent visits. This question helps parents understand the current protocols for securing these items throughout the facility.
Context
The most recent finding regarding hazardous access was noted in February 2026.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How does the center manage and track personnel background screening documents to ensure that all required files are complete and up to date?
Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from 2025 noted that several staff personnel files were missing required background screening documentation. Asking about this helps parents understand the administrative processes in place for maintaining staff records.
Related violations
Finding-specific
Could you describe the process for keeping children's immunization records current and how you notify families when updates are needed?
Why ask this
Why ask this
The available inspection records show that there have been multiple instances where children's immunization forms were found to be expired or incomplete. This question helps parents understand how the center manages these health records to ensure compliance.
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Finding-specific
What is your routine for inspecting the facility to ensure that areas like bathrooms and play equipment remain in good repair?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records indicate that inspectors have noted issues with facility maintenance, such as ceiling tiles and napping mats, during past visits. This question helps parents understand how the center monitors the physical environment for cleanliness and repair.
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Finding-specific
How do you involve staff in regular emergency preparedness drills, such as fire drills, to ensure everyone is ready for an emergency?
Why ask this
Why ask this
An inspection report from February 2026 noted that a fire drill could not be completed in the presence of the inspector due to staff access issues. This question helps parents understand how the center ensures all staff are prepared for emergency procedures.