Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 2.6
- Local median
- 1.56
KinderCare Learning Center Timberlane
1701 W Timberlane Dr, Plant City, FL 33566
- License:
- C13HI0040
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 8, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- Gold Seal, School Readiness, VPK, After School, Before School, Drop In, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 6:30AM to 6:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 124
- License expiration:
- July 31, 2026
Typical cost: $1,278 - $1,387 (Under 1)
Child’s age
$1,278 - $1,387/mo
Median daily rate: $59.00 - $64.00
Official Florida Division of Early Learning Hillsborough 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 inspectionJune 9, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsSeptember 8, 2025
Summary
This summary covers 15 available inspections for KinderCare Learning Center Timberlane from February 1, 2023 through June 9, 2026.
10 inspections recorded violations, with 39 recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on June 9, 2026 and involved facility condition, with a due date of July 9, 2026.
Background screening was a higher-concern topic that showed up in two inspections.
The available reports do not include a later inspection with no recorded violations after that violation.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 15
- Recorded violations
- 39
- Higher-concern violations
- 8
- Repeated topics
- 7
5 in last 12 months
18 in last 12 months
2 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
15 total inspections vs 4.5 local median in 33566
Compared to 10 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 40%
- Local median
- 33%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 67%
- Local median
- 50%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 7
- Local average
- 2.2
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Health or food records
Appeared across 4 inspections, with 10 recorded violations.
July 16, 2024July 8, 2025March 24, 2026Facility condition
Appeared across 4 inspections, with 6 recorded violations.
July 13, 2023July 16, 2024March 24, 2026June 9, 2026Equipment or readiness
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
July 16, 2024July 8, 2025March 24, 2026Staff training
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 5 recorded violations.
July 8, 2025March 24, 2026June 9, 2026Background screening
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
July 8, 2025March 24, 2026Incident records
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 5 recorded violations.
March 6, 2024June 11, 2024Staff-to-child ratio
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
October 18, 2024March 20, 2025Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
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 time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed areas of rust in the metal grates in the refrigerators in the kitchen which are used to store food for the children in care. A licensed classroom is being used for storage. 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 ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by July 9, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
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 time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed 2 child care personnel did not complete the required 40-hour introductory training. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook: Mandated Introductory Training Child care personnel 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. Child care personnel who successfully completed the mandatory 40-hour Introductory Child Care Training prior to January 1, 2004 are not required ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by July 9, 2026
More details
- Report section
- 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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3)
- Inspector notes
- During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed 3 child care personnel 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. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook:Pursuant to Section 402.305(2)(e)5., F.S., all child care personnel must complete a single course of training in early literacy and language development of children ages birth through five years that is a minimum of five clock hours or .5 CEUs. Early literacy trai ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by July 9, 2026
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-06
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 time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed areas of rust in the metal grates in the refrigerators in the kitchen which are used to store food for the children in care. A licensed classroom is being used for storage. 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 ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 24, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
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 time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed the diaper changing pad in the 1-year old room had several rips and teas which exposed the inner foam, making it no longer impermeable. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook: 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
- Due by April 24, 2026
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
- Official code
- 30-06
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The ground cover or other protective surface under the [jungle gym] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed the mulch around the middle play areas jungle gym measured 1 inch in depth in some areas while other areas only had dirt. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook: D. Permanent or stationary playground equipment must have a fall/use zone that extends a minimum of 6 feet in all directions from the perimeter of the equipment. All types of ground cover must be maintained to provide resilience and reduce the incidence of injuries to children in the event of falls.
- Correction status
- Due by April 24, 2026
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-07
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 time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed 2 child care personnel did not complete the required 40-hour introductory training. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook: Mandated Introductory
- Correction status
- Due by May 25, 2026
More details
- Report section
- 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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3)
- Inspector notes
- During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed 3 child care personnel 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. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook: Pursuant to Section 402.305(2)(e)5., F.S., all child care personnel must complete a single course of training in early literacy and language development of children ages birth through five years that is a minimum of five clock hours or .5 CEUs. Early literacy tra ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by May 25, 2026
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-06
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed 1 child did not have an immunization form in their file. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook: B. If the custodial parents or legal guardians fail to provide the documentation required above within 30 days of enrollment, the facility shall not allow the child to remain in the program. The parent/guardian of a child who has not received the age-appropriate immunizations prior to enrollment and who does not have documented medical or religious exemptions from routine childhood immunizations must provide documentation of a scheduled appo ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 24, 2026
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed 5 children had expired immunization forms. 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., from the custodial parent or legal guardian. DH Form 680 and DH Form 681 may be ob ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 24, 2026
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-02
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Child(ren) did not have a Student Health Examination/DH (Form 3040), or an equivalent health statement on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed 1 child did not have a health form in their file. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook: C. If the custodial parents or legal guardians fail to provide the documentation required above within 30 days of enrollment, the facility shall not allow the child to remain in the program.
- Correction status
- Due by April 24, 2026
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
- Official code
- 42-01
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 Licensing Specialist observed 10 child care personnel had expired Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting forms in their file. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook: C. 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 thereafter by all child care personnel.
- Correction status
- Due by April 24, 2026
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-04
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- The Child Care Attestation of Good Moral Character was not completed at the time of initial screening or upon change in employers. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed 11 child care personnel have Attestation of Good Moral Character forms that were expired, forms from the May 2019 version rather than July 2024. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook: B. CF Form 1649A, Child Care Attestation of Good Moral Character, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(a), F.A.C., must be completed for all child care personnel at the time of initial screening or upon change in employers. CF Form 1649A may be obtained from the Departments website at www.myflfamilies.com/childcare.
- Correction status
- Due by April 24, 2026
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-06
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The ground cover or other protective surface under the [yellow slide] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed the resilient surface (mulch) for the yellow slide was only 1 inch deep. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook: D. Permanent or stationary playground equipment must have a fall/use zone that extends a minimum of 6 feet in all directions from the perimeter of the equipment. All types of ground cover must be maintained to provide resilience and reduce the incidence of injuries to children in the event of falls."
- Correction status
- Due by August 8, 2025
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-07
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 the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed 8 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. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the SR Handbook: Child care personnel must successfully complete the preservice training coursework described in this section, as applicable. All child care personnel must complete these preservice training requirements within 90 days of initial employment with any School Readiness provider. This timeframe does no ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by September 8, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-13
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed 2 personnel did not have documentation of them having had the annual refresher on the facility's exposure plan. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook: 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 for Disease Control a ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by August 8, 2025
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 35 - Communicable Disease Control
- Official code
- 35-12
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed 11 personnel did not have a complete CF-FSP 5131 in their file. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook: A. 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 August 8, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-01
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, 3 of the children's records (who have been enrolled for more than 30 days and were on-site) did not include a current DH form 680, Florida Certification of Immunization in their files, as the immunization records had expired. 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 i ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by August 8, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-02
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 [10] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. General Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- Ratio 1: 2:7 Infants 1:10 1-year olds 1:6 2, 3, and 5-year olds Ratio 2: 2:7 Infants 2:10 1-year olds 1:6 2, 3, and 5-year olds During the inspection, an additional teacher entered the one-year-old classroom, bringing the ratio to 2 teachers to 10 one-year olds, therefore this is being marked as completed during the time of the inspection. During the time of the inspection, Licensing provided technical assistance: per the s.402.305(4), F.S. "(4) STAFF-TO- CHILDREN RATIO. (a) Minimum standards for the care of children in a licensed child care facility as established by rule of the department must include: 1. For children from birth through 1 year of age, there must be one chil ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Ratio Sufficient
- Official code
- 03-01
Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
- Report finding
- A ratio of [1:4] child care personnel for [One-year olds] children is required. A ratio of [1:11] child care personnel for [mixed group including 2 one-year olds] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Ratios (First Observation) 1:2 Infants 1:11 (2-Two) one -year olds, two, three and four-year olds (mixed group) Ratios (Second Observation) 1:2 Infants 2:11 (2-Two) one -year olds, two, three and four-year olds (mixed group) During the time of the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the staff to be out of ratio, with one teacher having a mixed group of one, two, three and four year olds. During the inspection, a second teacher entered the classroom, bring the facility back into compliance with regard to ratio. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance: "(4) STAFF-TO-CHILDREN RATIO. (a) Minimum standards for the care of chi ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Ratio Sufficient
- Official code
- 03-01
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- Harmful items including cleaning supplies, flammable products, poisonous, toxic, and hazardous materials were accessible to children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B (Section 10, number 4) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of the inspection the Licensing Specialist observed that cleaning supplies were accessible to children in care in the one-, three-, four- and five-year-old classrooms. According to the childcare facility handbook 3.2 Toxic/Hazardous Material/Firearms/Weapons 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 knives, sharp tools, and other potentially dangerous hazards, must be stored in a locked area or must be inaccessible and out of a childs reach at all times.
- Correction status
- Due by August 5, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 13 - Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons
- Official code
- 13-03
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- Fire drills conducted during the licensure year did not include the following [a specific day of the month for February through June 2024 fire drills. The fire drill log also did not include number of Child care personnel present during the fire drill.]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.4, C
- Inspector notes
- During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that the fire drill did not have a specific day of the month on the drills that were logged from February through June 2024. The Licensing Specialist also observed that the logs only included the number of children and not the number of childcare personnel during any fire drill from January through June 2024. The logs hypothetical location was the same place (playground for all fire drills) also no nap time or weather drills were noted on the fire drill logs. According to the childcare facility handbook 3.8.4 Fire Drills C. A current attendance record and parent contact information must accompany childcare p ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by August 5, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-07
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Open packages of perishable or leftover foods were not [ labeled with date]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, D
- Inspector notes
- During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that food (frozen pancakes, peas, waffles, etc.) that were not in the original packaging were not labeled with a date. According to the childcare facility handbook 3.9.2 Food Storage Proper storage of food is essential to prevent food contamination, as well as insect and rodent infestation. Correct handling and storage of all food is a key component in preventing food-borne illnesses. To prevent bacteria growth, cold food must be kept at or below 41 degrees Fahrenheit and hot foods at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Facilities choosing to prepare food must have a designated space for food storage within the ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by August 15, 2024
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-21
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Items unrelated to diaper changing were stored in the diaper changing area or placed on the diaper changing table/surface. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, G (Section 12.3, number 6) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of the inspection the Licensing Specialist observed that the diaper changing area in the one-year-old classroom contained storage of a laminator, and art smock. According to the childcare facility handbook 3.10.2 Diapering Requirements G. Items unrelated to diaper changing shall not be stored in the diaper changing area nor shall they be placed on the diaper changing table
- Correction status
- Due by August 15, 2024
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
- Official code
- 30-07
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facility's first aid kit was missing the following items: [ Soap and hand sanitizer, Cotton balls or applicators, Tweezers, Scissors, Bottled water, Sterile gauze pads or rolls]. CCF Handbook, Section 6.2, C (Section 13.5) Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that several items are missing from the first aid kit. According to the childcare facility handbook 6.2 First Aid Kit Minimum Requirements C. Each kit must be kept in a closed container and labeled First Aid and must, at a minimum, include: 1. Soap and hand sanitizer (to be used with supervision if hands are not visibly soiled and if no water is present), 2. Adhesive bandages, 3. Disposable, non-porous gloves, 4. Cotton balls or applicators, 5. Sterile gauze pads or rolls, 6. Adhesive tape, 7. Digital thermometer, 8. Tweezers, 9. Pre-moistened wipes, 10. Scissors, 11. Bottled water (for cleaning wounds or ey ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by August 15, 2024
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 37 - First Aid Requirements
- Official code
- 37-06
Higher concern: Medication
- Report finding
- A prescription or non-prescription medication, specifically [several diaper creams for several children in multiple classrooms. ], was dispensed without written authorization from the custodial parent or legal guardian. CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, A and K (Section 16, number 1) Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed diaper creams from several children in multiple classrooms. The Licensing Specialist asked for the authorization/written permission forms, and the Director asked the teachers, but no authorization forms were provided. According to the childcare facility handbook 6.5 Medication Child care programs are not required to give medication; however, if a program chooses to do so, it must comply with the following requirements: A. The childcare program must have written authorization from the custodial parent or legal guardian to give prescription and non- prescription medications. This authorization must be dated an ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by August 5, 2024
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 40 - Medication
- Official code
- 40-01
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 (Section 19.2, number 2) Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that one child does not have an immunization or religious exempt form in their file. According to the childcare facility handbook 7.1 Immunization Records The childcare 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., from the custodial parent or legal guardian. DH Form 680 and DH Form 681 may be obtai ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by August 15, 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 (Section 19.2, number 2) Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that two children had expired immunization records in their files. According to the childcare facility handbook 7.1 Immunization Records The childcare 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., from the custodial parent or legal guardian. DH Form 680 and DH Form 681 may be obtained from the local ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by August 15, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-02
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Child(ren) did not have a Student Health Examination/DH (Form 3040), or an equivalent health statement on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2, C (Section 19.2, number 1) Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that two children did not have a health examination in their files. According to the childcare facility handbook 7.2 Student Health Records The childcare 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 exa ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by August 15, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
- Official code
- 42-01
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 19.2, number 1) Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that two children have expired health examination forms in their files. According to the childcare facility handbook 7.2 Student Health Records The childcare 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 ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by August 15, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
- Official code
- 42-02
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- Supervision of children in the [3 to 4 year old ] group was inadequate in that [a child received a bite mark and the facility was unaware. Also a few weeks prior the same child was left outside in the play area inside of a tote box with another tote on top.]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 General Requirements [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist received photos of a bite mark on the child under the right chest area. The parents had to notify the facility that the child was bit while in their care. The child was also left outside unattended in the playground area. According to the childcare facility handbook2.4 Supervision2.4.1 General Supervision Requirements A. Childcare personnel must position themselves in the outdoor play area so that all children can be observed and directly supervised. B. Childcare 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 neve ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by July 22, 2024
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
- Official code
- 04-01
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- Children in the outdoor play area were not adequately supervised in that [the child was left unattended in the playground area of the facility.]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4.1, A General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist was advised by the childcare personnel and parent that the child was left alone for approximately one to two minutes in the facility playground area, After the child's class and teacher returned to the inside of the building, the child was outside in the playground area inside of a gray tote with another tote on top of the child. According to the childcare facility handbook 2.4 Supervision 2.4.1 General Supervision Requirements A. Childcare personnel must position themselves in the outdoor play area so that all children can be observed and directly supervised.
- Correction status
- Due by July 2, 2024
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
- Official code
- 04-04
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]
- Report comments
- During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist was advised that one two different occasions a parent/Guardian did not receive and incident report. Once for when the child was left outside alone and again when the child received a bite on the right chest area while at the facility. According to the childcare facility handbook 6.4 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
- Due by July 25, 2024
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 39 - Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation
- Official code
- 39-03
Medium concern: Incident records
- Report finding
- Child care personnel failed to share the accident/incident form with the custodial parent/ legal guardian or the individual authorized to pick up child on the day that the incident occurred. CCF Handbook, Section 6.4, B & D Health Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist was advised that one two different occasions a parent/Guardian did not receive and incident report. Once for when the child was left outside alone and again when the child received a bite on the right chest area while at the facility. According to the childcare facility handbook 6.4 Accident/Incident Notification B. This documentation must be shared with the custodial parent or legal guardian on the date of occurrence. D. The documentation must be maintained for 12 months. If the parent or legal guardian does not pick up the child on the date of occurrence of the accident or incident, the individual authorized to pic ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by July 25, 2024
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 39 - Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation
- Official code
- 39-04
Medium concern: Incident records
- Report finding
- Documentation of an accident or incident was insufficient in that it did not include the [it did not include the name of the teacher, time, date of birth, who it was reported by the place of occurence, the parent/guardian name/signature, the supervisor notified with time or date and if the parent was notified and by whom.]. CCF Handbook, Section 6.4, C Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that the incident/accident report did not include the following: the name of the teacher, time, date of birth of child, whom it was reported by and the place of occurrence, the parent/guardian name/signature, the supervisor notified, signatures of the childcare personnel with time or date and if the parent was notified and by whom. According to the childcare facility handbook 6.4 Accident/Incident Notification C. Documentation must include the name of the affected party, date and time of the occurrence, description of the occurrence, actions taken and by whom, and appropriate signatures of program childcare ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by July 25, 2024
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 39 - Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation
- Official code
- 39-05
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]
- Report comments
- During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist was advised by the Operator that the parent was notified. However, no incident report was completed. The child is no longer enrolled at the facility. According to the childcare facility handbook 6.4 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
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 39 - Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation
- Official code
- 39-03
Medium concern: Incident records
- Report finding
- Child care personnel failed to share the accident/incident form with the custodial parent/ legal guardian or the individual authorized to pick up child on the day that the incident occurred. CCF Handbook, Section 6.4, B & D Health Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist was advised by the Operator that the parent was notified. However, no incident report was completed. The child is no longer enrolled at the facility. 6.4 Accident/Incident Notification B. This documentation must be shared with the custodial parent or legal guardian on the date of occurrence.. D. The documentation must be maintained for 12 months. If the parent or legal guardian does not pick up the child on the date of occurrence of the accident or incident, the individual authorized to pick up the child must sign and be provided a copy of the accident/incident form.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 39 - Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation
- Official code
- 39-04
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 10, number 1) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- The frame is cracked around the window. The counselor provided technical assistance on keeping the windows in good repair. The director siad that she would have it repaired immediately.
- Correction status
- Due by July 27, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Items unrelated to diaper changing were stored in the diaper changing area or placed on the diaper changing table/surface. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, G (Section 12.3, number 6) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Report comments
- The changing table was used for storage. The counselor provided technical assistance to the director on making sure that there is nothing stored on the changing table because it is seen as a toilet. The teacher removed the items and put them away. This put's the facility back in compliance.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
- Official code
- 30-07
No recorded violations in this report
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
Could you explain your current process for ensuring all staff background screening documents are complete and up to date?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from recent inspections show instances where required background screening documentation was incomplete or outdated. This question helps parents understand how the center manages these essential personnel records to ensure compliance.
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Finding-specific
What steps does your team take to maintain required staff-to-child ratios throughout the day, especially during transitions or when teachers are moving between classrooms?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report indicates that maintaining proper staff-to-child ratios has been a recurring area of attention. This question allows the director to explain the current supervision practices used to keep classrooms within required limits.
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Finding-specific
How do you conduct your daily facility safety checks to ensure all areas, including kitchen equipment and play surfaces, remain in good repair?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records show multiple findings regarding facility maintenance and sanitation, such as equipment repair and surface upkeep. This question helps parents understand the center's routine maintenance schedule and how they monitor the environment for safety.
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Finding-specific
What is your process for tracking and verifying that all staff members have completed their required training courses on time?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records indicate that staff training documentation has been a repeated area of concern in recent reports. This question helps parents learn about the administrative systems in place to ensure all teachers meet their professional development requirements.
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General question
How do you keep parents informed about their child's daily routine and any significant events that occur while they are in your care?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Clear communication regarding daily activities and incidents helps build trust between families and the center. This question helps parents understand the communication methods used to keep them updated on their child's day.