Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 3.5
- Local median
- 1.55
La Petite Academy Humphrey
3818 W Humphrey St, Tampa, FL 33614
- License:
- C13HI0042
- 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, Transportation
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 6:30AM to 6:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 126
- License expiration:
- October 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.
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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 18, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsNovember 7, 2025
Summary
This summary covers 10 available inspections for La Petite Academy Humphrey from February 8, 2023 through March 18, 2026.
Seven inspections recorded violations, with 35 recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on March 18, 2026 and involved health or food records, with a due date of April 20, 2026.
Hazardous access 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
- 10
- Recorded violations
- 35
- Higher-concern violations
- 10
- Repeated topics
- 7
4 in last 12 months
14 in last 12 months
5 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
10 total inspections vs 6 local median in 33614
Compared to 30 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 50%
- Local median
- 33%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 70%
- Local median
- 50%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 7
- Local average
- 2.07
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 7 recorded violations.
October 20, 2023September 18, 2024February 11, 2026March 18, 2026Equipment or readiness
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 5 recorded violations.
October 20, 2023September 19, 2025February 11, 2026Hazardous access
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 4 recorded violations.
September 18, 2024September 19, 2025February 11, 2026Facility condition
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 6 recorded violations.
September 18, 2024September 19, 2025February 11, 2026Background screening
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
October 20, 2023September 19, 2025Sleep safety
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
September 18, 2024February 11, 2026Staff training
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
October 20, 2023February 11, 2026Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Food equipment was not maintained and stored in a sanitary manner and out of the reach of children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.1, A.3. Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed the refrigerator on the left side in the kitchen was rusted at the bottom base. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook:2. Smooth, nonabsorbent food contact surfaces with no unsealed cracks or seams. Food-contact surfaces are surfaces of equipment, countertops, utensils, etc., that food comes into contact with during food preparation.
- Correction status
- Due by April 20, 2026
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-05
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- The facilitys storage of harmful items including cleaning supplies, flammable products, and poisonous, toxic and hazardous materials allowed access by children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed the supply closet in the Early Preschool room was unlocked, the closet contained paint cans and cleaning supplies which were accessible to the children in care. In the 1-year old room a spoon of ribbon and cans of shaving cream were in an unlocked cabinet leaving the items accessible to the children in care.During the time of the inspection, this was resolved by the Operator locking the supply closet and moving the ribbon and shaving cream to a countertop out of the childrens reach. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook: B. All potenti ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 13 - Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons
- Official code
- 13-02
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facility's outdoor play area contained litter, nails, glass or other hazards that posed a threat to the health, safety or well-being of the children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed the chain link fencing on the outdoor play area on the right side needs to be secured back to the metals posts. Several links which attached the fencing to the posts are undone leaving sharp metal edges and causing the fence to move.During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook:A. The outdoor play area must be clean and free from litter, nails, glass and other hazards.
- Correction status
- Due by March 11, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-02
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 time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed napping mats in the 2-year old room and the 1-year old room were not at least 18-inches apart from one another. Napping mats were observed as close as 8-inches.During the time of the inspection, this was resolved by the Operator moving napping mats to meat the required 18-inches. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook: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 d ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 19 - Nap/Sleep Space Requirements
- Official code
- 19-02
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- The sink and/or toilet was not maintained in good operating condition, clean and/or sanitized or disinfected. CCF Handbook, Section 3.7, I Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed the second toilet in the VPK bathroom is not draining properly, areas around the base of the toilets is in need of cleaning. The base around the toilets in the Early Preschool room bathroom there is urine in the corner and the base of the toilets is in need of cleaning.During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook:I. Each toilet and sink must be maintained in good operating condition, cleaned and sanitized or disinfected as needed, but at least once per day. Sinks utilized for teeth brushing activities/procedures by the children must be saniti ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by March 11, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 21 - Restrooms and Bath Facilities
- Official code
- 21-11
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Food equipment was not maintained and stored in a sanitary manner and out of the reach of children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.1, A.3. Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed the refrigerator on the left side in the kitchen was rusted at the bottom base.During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook:2. Smooth, nonabsorbent food contact surfaces with no unsealed cracks or seams. Food-contact surfaces are surfaces of equipment, countertops, utensils, etc., that food comes into contact with during food preparation.
- Correction status
- Due by March 11, 2026
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-05
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The play equipment was not maintained in a safe or sanitary condition for the children to use in that [5 tricycles were cracked on the on the back of the seats ]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B and F Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed 5 tricycles were cracked on the on the back of the seats where a child can get their fingers caught.During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook:B. All playground equipment must be securely anchored, unless portable or stationary by design, in good repair, maintained in safe and sanitary condition, and placed to ensure safe use by the children. Maintenance must include inspections conducted every month of all supports above and below the ground and of all connectors and moving parts. Documentation of maintenance inspections must be maintained ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by March 11, 2026
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-03
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The ground cover or other protective surface under the [slides] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed the mulch in front of slide on the big jungle gym was only 2-inches in depth.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 March 11, 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
- Inspector notes
- During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed 1 child care personnel did not complete the 40 hour Introductory Child Care Training requirementDuring the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook:Child care personnel must successfully complete 40 hours of child care training asevidenced by successful completion of competency examinations offered by theDepartment or its designated representative with a weighted score of 70 or better.Child care personnel who successfully completed the mandatory 40-hourIntroductory Child Care Training prior to January 1, 2004 are not required to fulfillthe competenc ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by March 11, 2026
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-01
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
- Report finding
- A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [11] children is required. A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [12] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- Ratio(s) (First Observation) 10:51am 2:6 Infants 1:6 1-year olds 2:12 1 and 2-year olds 1:12 6 2-year olds and 6 3-year olds 2:13 VPK Ratio(s) (Second Observation) 10:55am 2:8 7 infants and 1 1-year old 1:6 1-year olds 2:12 1 and 2-year olds 1:11 2 and 3-year olds 2:18 VPK During the time of the inspection, this was resolved by the Operator moving children to different classrooms to meet ratio requirements. Ratio(s) (Third Observation Fire Drill/Naptime) 2:8 7 infants and 1 1-year old 1:5 1-year olds 2:12 1 and 2-year olds 1:10 2 and 3-year olds 1:14 4 and 5-year olds Ratio(s) (Fourth Observation) 2:15pm 2:8 7 infants and 1 1-year old 1:5 1-year olds 2:12 1 and 2-year olds 1: ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Ratio Sufficient
- Official code
- 03-01
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- The facilitys storage of harmful items including cleaning supplies, flammable products, and poisonous, toxic and hazardous materials allowed access by children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed an unlocked cabinet in the VPK room, inside the cabinet was a bag of sunscreen which was accessible to children in care. Observed in an unlocked cabinet in the second VPK room which had Sanibet multi- range spray, Shampoo, and Expo whiteboard spray accessible to children in care. 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 kniv ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by October 20, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 13 - Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons
- Official code
- 13-02
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- The sink and/or toilet was not maintained in good operating condition, clean and/or sanitized or disinfected. CCF Handbook, Section 3.7, I (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed first set of VPK toilets: The second set of VPK toilets: the left toilet seat has particle board is becoming exposed, making it no longer impermeable, the right toilet seat lid is loose. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook:I. Each toilet and sink must be maintained in good operating condition, cleaned and sanitized or disinfected as needed, but at least once per day. Sinks utilized for teeth brushing activities/procedures by the children must be sanitized prior to the activity occurring."
- Correction status
- Due by October 20, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 21 - Restrooms and Bath Facilities
- Official code
- 21-11
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The play equipment was not maintained in a safe or sanitary condition for the children to use in that [ the top bolts to the beige and green play structure are missing making the beige piece able to detach from the green base.]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B and F (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 top bolts to the beige and green play structure are missing making the beige piece able to detach from the green base. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook:B. All playground equipment must be securely anchored, unless portable or stationary by design, in good repair, maintained in safe and sanitary condition, and placed to ensure safe use by the children. Maintenance must include inspections conducted every month of all supports above and below the ground and of all connectors and moving parts. Documentation of maintenance inspect ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by October 20, 2025
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-03
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- The facility failed to maintain a current Employee/Contractor Roster for all child care personnel in the Clearinghouse. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, K (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed 2 former child care personnel were not end dated from the facility's Clearinghouse roster. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook: K. The employer/owner/operator must add child care personnel to their Employee/Contractor Roster in the Clearinghouse within 10 days of when the individual has received a child care eligible result and has been hired at the facility. Employer/owner/operator must add an end date for individuals on the Employee/Contractor Roster in the Clearinghouse within 10 days of the employment termination."
- Correction status
- Due by October 20, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-09
No recorded violations in this report
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The facilitys written plan of scheduled activities did not include alternate activities in case of inclement weather. CCF Handbook, Section 2.6 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of the inspection, the licensing Specialist observed there to be no inclement weather schedules posted in the classrooms. During the time of the inspection, this was resolved by the Operator printing up inclement weather schedules and posting them in the classrooms. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance: per the CCF Handbook "Each group or class must have a written and followed plan of scheduled activities posted in an easily seen location accessible to parents/guardians. The written plan must meet the needs of the children being served and must include alternate activities in case of bad weather. The written ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 09 - Planned Activities
- Official code
- 09-04
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Areas of the facility were found to be in need of cleaning. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed there to be dirt built up in the windowsills around the building and the chairs for the children to be in need of cleaning. 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 th ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by October 30, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-01
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]
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed there to be peeling paint on the windowsills in several classrooms and peeling paint on the wall in the two-year old room. 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 ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by October 30, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- The facilitys storage of harmful items including cleaning supplies, flammable products, and poisonous, toxic and hazardous materials allowed access by children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of the inspection, the licensing Specialist observed there to be antacid, batteries, and a ball pump with a sharp tip to be accessible in the entry hallway leading to the VPK classroom; items were being stored in a cloth basket on a shelf. During the time of the inspection, this was resolved by the Operator removing the shelf from the hallway and placing it in the office out of reach of children. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed there to be adult scissors and a stapler in an unlocked drawer accessible to the children in the two-year old room. During the time of the inspection, this was resolved by the teacher locking the dra ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 13 - Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons
- Official code
- 13-02
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- The facilitys fencing walls or gate area had gaps that could allow children to exit the outdoor play area. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, F (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed there the be a four-and-a-half-inch gap in the gate exiting the toddler playground. During the time of the inspection the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance: per the CCF Handbook "F. The outdoor play area must have adequate fencing or walls a minimum of 4 feet in height. Fencing, including gates, must be continuous and must not have gaps or opening larger than 3 inches that would allow children to exit the outdoor play area. The base of the fence must remain at ground level and be free from erosion or buildup to prevent inside and outside access by children or animals. These areas must have a ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by October 30, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-06
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- The floor mats available for children in care were not covered with an impermeable surface. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed the napping mats in each classroom to have rips and tears around the corners of the mats. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance: per the CCF Handbook "
- Correction status
- Due by October 30, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 18 - Bedding and Linens
- Official code
- 18-06
Higher concern: Sleep safety
- Report finding
- The facility used cribs that did not meet current federal guidelines for construction regulations as outlined in Title 16, Parts 1219,1220 & 1221 Code of Federal Regulations. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.3 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed there to be 11 cribs. (5 manufactured in 2011, 1 manufactured in 2010, 3 manufactured in 2018, 1manufactured in 2012, and 1 manufactured in 2013.) During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance: per the CCF Handbook "Crib Requirements Children up to one year of age must be in a crib or playpen/play yard with sides for napping. Crib sides must be secured while there is an infant in the crib. Bar spacing must not exceed two and three-eighths inches. Cribs or playpen/play yards must meet the regulations as outlined in Title 16, Parts 1219, 1220 & 1221 Code of Federal R ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by October 30, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 20 - Crib Requirements
- Official code
- 20-03
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Food equipment was not maintained and stored in a sanitary manner and out of the reach of children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.1, A.3. (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed the refrigerator in the kitchen to have broken shelving that is being taped to hold the shelving together. The refrigerator is in need of deep cleaning as the lining on the door is dirty with food build up. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance: per the CCF Handbook "3. Food equipment maintained and stored in a sanitary manner and out of the reach of children."
- Correction status
- Due by October 30, 2024
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-05
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 time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed 14 large seasoning bottles to be expired. Expiration dates go as far back as 2011 on a bottle of Cream or Tartar. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed there to be two large containers of barbecue sauce having been expired in 2023. During the time of the inspection, this was resolved by the Kitchen staff throwing out all expired foods and seasonings. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance: per the CCF Handbook " 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: 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 infant room to have rips and tears. 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 October 30, 2024
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
- Official code
- 30-06
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The base of the fence in the outdoor play area was not at ground level and could allow inside or outside access by children or animals. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, F (Section 10.8, number 2) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- Outside playground area behind the swing set, Licensing Specialist took pictures of a 5 inch gap under fencing. According to the DCF Childcare Facility Handbook Outdoor Play Area, paragraph F The base of the fence must remain at ground level and be free from erosion or buildup to prevent inside and outside access by children or animals.
- Correction status
- Due by November 20, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-07
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- The facility did not have a current and approved annual fire safety inspection by the local fire authority. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, A (Section 14.2, number 1) Physical Environment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of inspection, Director could not provide proof of receiving an approved annual fire inspection for 2023. According to DCF Childcare Handbook, under fire safety paragraph A Unless statutorily exempted, all childcare facilities must conform to state standards adopted by the State Fire Marshal, Chapter 69A thru 36, F.A.C., Uniform Standards for Life Safety and Fire Prevention in Childcare Facilities. A copy of the current and approved annual fire inspection report completed by a certified fire inspector must be on file with the licensing authority.
- Correction status
- Due by October 27, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-02
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Bottles and/or sippy cups brought from home were not labeled with childs first and last name. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.5, B (Section 17.6, number 5) Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Report comments
- During the time of inspection, bottles in the infant refrigerator were not labeled. During the time of inspection, sippy cups in the early preschool and the toddler 1 classrooms were not labeled. According to DCF Childcare Facility handbook. 3.9.5 Food Handling A. Bottles and sippy cups provided by the facility must be washed, rinsed, and sanitized between each use and do not have to be labeled. B. Bottles and sippy cups brought from home shall be individually labeled with the childs first and last name and shall be returned to the custodial parent or legal guardian daily.
- Correction status
- Due by October 20, 2023
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 28 - Bottles, Breastmilk, Formula and Infant Food
- Official code
- 28-02
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Child care personnel, including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the required in-service training during the states fiscal year beginning July 1 and ending June 30. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.7 (Section 18.6, number 1) Training [SR]
- Report comments
- 11 out of 17 personnel files were missing the 10 hours in service training for fiscal year. According to DCF Childcare handbook, under Annual In-Service Training Upon successful completion of the 40-hour introductory training requirements, childcare personnel must complete a minimum of 10 clock- hours or one CEU of in-service training annually during the states fiscal year beginning July 1 and ending June 30.
- Correction status
- Due by November 20, 2023
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-07
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documented proof that all child care personnel were trained and knowledgeable within 30 days of date of hire in [ safe sleep practices and shaken baby syndrome]. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.3 and 4.2.5
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the time of inspection, 5 out of 17 personnel files did not have document proof of Safe sleep training. According to DCF Childcare handbook, under Safe Sleep/ Shaken Baby Syndrome Training All childcare personnel who work in a facility that offers care to infants must have training regarding guidance on safe sleep practices, preventing shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma; recognition of signs and symptoms of shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma; strategies for coping with crying, fussing, or distraught child and the development and vulnerabilities of the brain in infancy in early childhood within 30 days of hire at the facility. For child care personne ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by November 20, 2023
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-09
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The facility did not have a written exposure plan regarding safety precautions for exposure to blood and potentially infectious fluids. CCF Handbook, Section 6
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, 10 out of 17 did not have written documentation of taking Safety precautions for blood and potentially infectious fluids training. According to the DCF Childcare handbook, under health requirements. Written documentation that childcare personnel have participated in the facilitys annual refresher education for the exposure plan and understand the proper procedures in the event there is exposure to blood and potentially infectious fluids must be retained for 12 months and be available for licensing to review.
- Correction status
- Due by November 20, 2023
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 35 - Communicable Disease Control
- Official code
- 35-11
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
- At the time of inspection, The Florida certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that 5 enrolled children did not have current immunizations on file. Provider called and informed parents that a current immunization form is required to attend. 7.1 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 g ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by November 20, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-02
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The personnel/ volunteer (ten hours or more per month) record did not include a CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form signed annually. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, C (Section 19.4, number 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- During time of inspection, 3 out 17 current child abuse form was missing from personnel files. According to the DCF Childcare handbook, under personnel records paragraph C Form 5337, Child Abuse & Neglect Reporting Requirements, which is incorporated by reference in 65C22.001(7)(l), F.A.C., must be signed on or before hire date and annually thereafter by all childcare personnel.
- Correction status
- Due by November 20, 2023
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
- Report comments
- Signed Good Moral Character form was missing from 4 of 17 personnel files. Records must be maintained and kept current on all childcare personnel, as defined by Section 402.302(3), F.S. These records shall be onsite, available for review by the licensing authority. According to the DCF Childcare handbook, under personnel records paragraph B CF Form 1649A, Childcare Attestation of Good Moral Character, which is incorporated by reference in 65C22.001(7)(a), F.A.C., must be completed for all childcare personnel at the time of initial screening or upon change in employers.
- Correction status
- Due by November 20, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-06
Higher concern: Child guidance
- Report finding
- The discipline method used included spanking or physical punishment. Discipline [SR]
- Report comments
- Staff member-Claudia R SUPERVISION & RATIOS
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PERSONNEL - 18 - Discipline: 1.06
- Official code
- 18-04
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility failed to have a director with an active Florida Director Credential.
- Report comments
- Previous director last day 1-13-23
- Correction status
- Due by July 14, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PERSONNEL - 05 - Training Requirements: Section 1.02; 1.03; 1.04
- Official code
- 05-08
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 multiple instances across recent inspections where items like cleaning supplies were found accessible to children. Asking this helps parents understand the current storage protocols and staff training in place to maintain a secure environment.
- Context
- The facility has had multiple findings related to the storage of hazardous materials in recent years.
Related violations
Finding-specific
Could you describe your current process for ensuring that napping mats are properly spaced to meet safety requirements?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report noted a finding where napping mats were not placed at the required distance from one another. This question allows the provider to explain how they monitor sleep space arrangements during nap time.
- Context
- The finding was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your process for maintaining the employee roster in the state's background screening system to ensure all records are current?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records show a finding regarding the maintenance of the facility's employee roster in the background screening clearinghouse. This question helps parents understand how the center manages personnel recordkeeping and compliance.
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Finding-specific
How do you ensure that staff members maintain consistent supervision and adhere to required child-to-staff ratios throughout the day?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an inspection report indicate a finding where the required ratio was not maintained. This question provides insight into how the center manages staffing levels and classroom transitions to ensure children are always properly supervised.
Related violations
General question
What is your daily routine for inspecting the facility to ensure that equipment remains in good repair and the environment is clean?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Regular facility maintenance is essential for a safe and healthy learning environment. Asking about the daily inspection routine helps parents understand how the center proactively identifies and addresses potential maintenance or cleanliness needs.