Supervision of children in the [ages 2-3 ] group was inadequate in that [the staff member in sole supervision of the group was observed by the Licensing Specialist to walk out of the classroom into the infant-2 year old class while talking on a cell phone.]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
During the inspection, upon entering the first classroom (mix group of 1 infant, 1 one year old and 1 two year olds.) Licensing observed 2 teachers in the classroom. One teacher was tending to the children and the other was talking on her cell phone and appeared to be looking for something on a shelving unit located behind the opened door that adjoins into the next classroom. When Licensing looked in the adjoining room, there were 4 children in the room with no staff present. Licensing asked the teacher that was tending to the children if she knew where the teacher for that classroom was. At that moment, the teacher on the phone stopped looking on the shelf and walked into th ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
Official code
04-01
Higher concern: Supervision
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Children were left in high chairs or other confining devices outside of feeding times. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4.4, B (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR]
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Children were left in a high chair or other confining devices outside of feeding times. (8am-850am) per the staff member present. (EHS A) During the inspection, the teacher advised that the child had breakfast at 8am, however, she kept him in the feeding chair so that he will not get into stuff. B. Infants must be held for bottle feedings until they are developmentally ready to sit in an age appropriate chair with good head control. Children must not be left in high chairs or other types of feeding chairs other than during feeding times. The use of safety straps is required to prevent children from falling out of the high chair. The child was removed from the confining device ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
Official code
04-09
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]
Inspector notes
During the inspection, Licensing observed that the sink in the first classroom with the mix group of 1 infant. 1 one year old and 1 two year olds was leaking and in need of cleaning, and there were several heavily molded and water damaged file folders under the sink. This was resolved by the teacher cleaning the area. In the bathroom, the light switch was in need of cleaning and need to remove the dirty/sticky tape that was observed on the light switch. During the inspection, Licensing observed that the sink in the infant room has water damage stains and mold. 3.1 General Health and Safety Requirements A. All child care facilities must be clean, in good repair, free from heal ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by May 22, 2026
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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]
Inspector notes
An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. (VPK building bathroom) holes in the wall and damage (possibly water damage) on the baseboards. During the inspections, Licensing observed that the sink in the first classroom with the mix group of 1 infant and 2 two year olds was leaking. During the inspection, Licensing observed that the vanity in the bathroom had a broken/disconnected hinge and was in need of repair. In the VPK bathroom, Licensing observed a large gap on the right side of the toilet, where the toilet does not seat over the hole, therefore making it difficult to properly clean and sanitize due to trapped dirt debris in the gap. Molding sink i ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by June 15, 2026
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
Official code
12-02
Higher concern: Hazardous access
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A safety deficiency having a moderate potential for harm to the children in care was observed. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
A safety deficiency having a moderate potential for harm to the children in care was observed. (cracked plastic toy baskets) (paper hole punchers) (at the childs level and accessible to children) 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 by children.
Correction status
Due by May 21, 2026
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
Official code
12-07
Higher concern: Hazardous access
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The facility did not have electrical outlet covers or the outlet covers were not in place. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, I (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
Report comments
During the inspection, the facility did not have electrical outlet covers on the power strip that was taped to the wall. I. All accessible electrical outlets must be tamper-resistant electrical outlets that contain internal shutter mechanisms to prevent children from sticking objects into receptacles. In settings that do not have tamper-resistant electrical outlets, outlets shall have safety covers.
Correction status
Due by May 25, 2026
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
Official code
12-18
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 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
Harmful items including cleaning supplies, flammable products, poisonous, toxic, and hazardous materials were accessible to children in care. (lysol), (woolite) hand sanitizer. A tube of eyelash glue was observed on one of the sinks in the VPK room. 3.2 Toxic/Hazardous Material/Firearms/Weapons A. All areas and surfaces accessible to children must be free from toxic substances, bio contaminants, and hazardous materials/equipment/tools, including power tools, plastic bags, matches, candles, lighters, etc. B. All potentially harmful items, including cleaning supplies, flammable products, poisonous, toxic, and hazardous materials, must be labeled and used according to manufactur ... [truncated]
Knives and/or sharp tools were accessible to children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
Knives and/or sharp tools (Adult scissors) were observed to be accessible to children in care. During the inspection, Licensing observed a purse being stored in one of the cubbies next to the childrens books. 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. The scissors were removed from accessible areas to children by the staff.
All rooms did not have sufficient lighting equivalent to 20 foot candles at three feet from the floor. CCF Handbook, Section 3.3.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
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All rooms did not have sufficient lighting equivalent to 20 foot candles at three feet from the floor. (VPK bathroom) 3.3.1 Lighting A. All areas of the facility must have lighting that provides adequate illumination and comfort for facility activities, a minimum of 20 foot-candles of lighting is required. Lighting must be sufficient to allow for adequate supervision and safe entering and exiting of the room.
Correction status
Due by June 4, 2026
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 14 - Lighting, Temperature, and Ventilation
Official code
14-01
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
Bedding and/or linens were not stored in a sanitary manner. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1, G & H (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
Bedding and/or linens were not stored in a sanitary manner. Napping cots were observed to be stored in the bathrooms. G. Bedding and linens, when not in use, must be stored in a sanitary manner which prevents the spread of germs or lice from other linens. All bedding and linens must be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized at least once a week, and before use by another child. H. Bedding and linens shall not be stored in the bathroom, unless stored in cabinets.
Correction status
Due by May 22, 2026
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 18 - Bedding and Linens
Official code
18-12
Higher concern: Hazardous access
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Food was stored in an inappropriate area. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR]
Inspector notes
Food was stored in an inappropriate area. (In the classroom accessible to children non designated food area) During the inspection, Licensing observed that the animal crackers that are served to the children were being stored on a low lying shelf with the childrens art supplies and were accessible to the children in care in the classroom and in the low lying cubbie shelf in the adjoining classroom. A bag containing cookies was observed in one of the VPK bathrooms. 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 i ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
Official code
24-16
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
Children were provided food that was not age appropriate and/or posed a choking hazard. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, B & C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
Children were provided food that was not age appropriate and/or posed a choking hazard. B. If a child care facility provides food to children in care, it must provide nutritious meals and snacks of a quantity and quality to help meet the daily nutritional needs of the children. The USDA MyPlate is to be used to determine which food groups to serve at each meal or snack serving size and age appropriateness of the selected foods for children. Copies of the USDA MyPlate dieting guidelines, incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(t), F.A.C. In addition, meals and snacks must contain at a minimum the meal and snack patterns shown for infants and children in the Child Care Food ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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FOOD AND NUTRITION - 25 - Meals and Snacks
Official code
25-02
Low concern: Administrative posting
Report finding
The facility's menu was not [ was not dated]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, H (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR]
Report comments
The facilitys menu was not dated with the correct date for the food being served. H. Meal and snack menus must be planned, written, dated, and posted at the beginning of each week in an easily seen place, accessible to the parents/guardians. Any menu substitutions must be noted on the menu. A generalized menu of possible snack choices for programs that receive food donations is acceptable. All meals and snacks prepared outside of the facilitys kitchen or designated food preparation area, such as catered food, must be listed along with the source. Daily meal and snack menus must be maintained for a minimum of 12 months for licensing purposes. Operators who participate in the U ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by May 21, 2026
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FOOD AND NUTRITION - 26 - Meal and Snack Menus
Official code
26-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
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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 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR]
Report comments
(2) Bottles and/or sippy cups brought from home were not labeled with childs first and last name. (Headstart B classroom) 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 May 28, 2026
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FOOD AND NUTRITION - 28 - Bottles, Breastmilk, Formula and Infant Food
Official code
28-02
Higher concern: Hazardous access
Report finding
Hand hygiene procedures, including situations or times, were not posted in food preparation, diapering, and toileting areas. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.1, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
Inspector notes
During the inspection, Licensing observed that hand hygiene procedures, including situations or times were not posted in food preparation, diapering and toileting areas(only 1 room was observed to have the correct signage posted. 3.10.1 Handwashing Child care personnel and children must wash their hands thoroughly with soap and running water, dry, and follow personal hygiene procedures for themselves and while assisting others. Examples of activities when handwashing is required include but are not limited to: before and after eating, immediately following outdoor play, after toileting, following the use of any cleaners or toxic chemicals, Child Care Facility Handbook Page | ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by June 14, 2026
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SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 29 - Health and Sanitation
Official code
29-16
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
Toys, equipment and/or furnishings were not maintained in a sanitary condition and not cleaned and sanitized or disinfected following exposure to bodily fluids. CCF Handbook, Section 3.11, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
Inspector notes
Toys, equipment and/or furnishings were not maintained in a sanitary condition and not cleaned and sanitized or disinfected following exposure to bodily fluids. During the inspection, Licensing observed toys and books to be stored in some of the classroom bathrooms, therefore not maintained in a sanitary condition. B. Toys, equipment, and furnishings must be safe and maintained in a sanitary condition following a routine schedule of cleaning, sanitizing and disinfecting. These items must be cleaned and sanitized or disinfected immediately or prior to another childs use if exposed to bodily fluids, such as saliva. Facilities must have a written routine schedule for cleaning, s ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by June 14, 2026
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SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 31 - Indoor Equipment
Official code
31-05
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 [2 bicycles were observed on the playground to have broken seats and broken handles.]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B and F (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
The play equipment was not maintained in a safe or sanitary condition for the children to use in that 2 bicycles were observed on the playground to have broken seats and broken handles and handlebar grips. 3.12 Outdoor Equipment A. A child care facility must provide and maintain enough usable equipment suitable to each childs age and development and of a quantity for each to be involved in activities. 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 ab ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by May 25, 2026
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SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
Official code
32-03
Higher concern: Medication
Report finding
Medication was not stored in either a locked area or inaccessible and out of a childs reach. CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, G (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
Medication was not stored in either a locked area or inaccessible and out of a childs reach. During the inspection, Licensing observed in the first classroom, a tub of Vaseline that was located in a diaper changing bin that is located on a lower shelf and is accessible to the children that are in care. During the inspection, the Director advised that she had seen the Vaseline the previous day and assumed that it was for the teachers to use on their hands. Hydrogen Peroxide was in an unlocked low lying cabinet that is accessible to the children that are in care. G. All medication must have child resistant caps, if applicable, and must either be stored in a locked area or must ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by May 25, 2026
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 40 - Medication
Official code
40-15
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
Report finding
The attendance roster did not accompany the group of children in that [during a fire drill observed by the Licensing Specialist, the ages 1-3 class and the infant class did not have their attendance roster during the drill].CCF Handbook, Section 7.5, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
Inspector notes
The attendance roster did not accompany the group of children in that during a fire drill observed by the Licensing Specialist, the ages 1-3 class and the infant class did not have their attendance roster during the fire drill. 7.5 Daily Attendance Daily attendance of children must be taken and recorded accurately by the child care personnel, documenting the time when each child enters and departs the program. Child Care Facility Handbook Page | 62 A. Attendance devices used for the purposes of tracking attendance may be used, but personnel must ensure the accuracy of the documented attendance. Each classroom must have an attendance sheet/class roster for the group of childre ... [truncated]
Child care personnel inappropriately interacted with children in care in a manner that was aggressive, demeaning or intimidating in nature. CCF Handbook, Section 8.2, C Enforcement [SR]
Inspector notes
On November 25, 2025, a staff member was observed in an aggressive action with a child. The staff member was terminated by the facility on November 25, 2025. C. Child care personnel must appropriately interact with children to foster a healthy, safe environment that will encourage the childs physical, intellectual, motor, and social development. Interactions with children that are aggressive, demeaning or intimidating in nature are strictly prohibited. Owner/Director/Staff Responsible Comments During the inspection, the Operator did not have any additional questions, comments or concerns that they wanted to include in the inspection. Counselor Comments Information Updates: Pl ... [truncated]
A ratio of [2] child care personnel for [5] children is required. A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [5] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR]
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1:5 Infants, One and Two Year Olds (Non compliance) 1223pm 2:8 Infants 2:6 Infants, One and Two Year Olds 1:9 Two Year Olds 1:14 Three Year Olds 1:10 Four and Five Year Olds 1:6 One and Two Year Olds 1:4 Infants 1:5 Infants, One and Two Year Olds (Non compliance) 1242pm 2.3 Ratios The staff-to-child ratio, as established in Section 402.305(4), F.S., is based on primary responsibility for the direct supervision of children and applies at all times while children are in care. 2.3.1 Mixed Age Groups A. In groups of mixed age ranges, where children under one year of age are included, one child care personnel must be responsible for no more than four children of any age group, at ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Ratio Sufficient
Official code
03-01
Higher concern: Background screening
Report finding
Documentation of Level 2 Clearinghouse screening clearance was missing for child care personnel. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1,C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
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Documentation of Level 2 Clearinghouse screening clearance was missing for child care personnel. (One staff member) 7.4.1 Background Screening Documents Background screening documentation must be maintained for all child care personnel as defined by Section 402.302(3), F.S., which includes household members if the facility is located in or adjacent to the home of the operator. Background screening documentation must be on-site and available for the licensing authority to review. 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. B. CF Fo ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
Official code
45-02
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]
Report comments
The facility failed to maintain a current Employee/Contractor Roster for all child care personnel in the Clearinghouse. Some of the current staff were not included on the Employee/Contractor roster. 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. The facility updated the employee/contractor roster during this inspection
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
Official code
45-09
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
Report finding
The attendance roster did not accompany the group of children in that [(Three Year Old's classroom) did not have an available attendance roster for the children.].CCF Handbook, Section 7.5, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
Report comments
The attendance roster did not accompany the group of children in that the (Three Year Old's classroom) did not have an available attendance roster for the children. 7.5 Daily Attendance Daily attendance of children must be taken and recorded accurately by the child care personnel, documenting the time when each child enters and departs the program. Child Care Facility Handbook Page | 63 A. Attendance devices used for the purposes of tracking attendance may be used, but personnel must ensure the accuracy of the documented attendance. Each classroom must have an attendance sheet/class roster for the group of children occupying that space. Attendance sheet/class roster must acco ... [truncated]
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 the current procedure for ensuring that attendance rosters are always with the group, especially during emergency drills or transitions?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from May 2026 and May 2025 show instances where attendance rosters were not present with the children during activities or drills. This question helps clarify how the center now ensures staff consistently maintain accurate records for every group.
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Finding-specific
What steps has the center taken to ensure that all cleaning supplies and hazardous items are stored securely and remain inaccessible to children at all times?
Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from May 2026 noted that certain hazardous materials were accessible to children in care. This question allows the director to describe the current storage protocols and staff training in place to keep such items out of reach.
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Finding-specific
How does your team ensure that staff remain fully engaged and focused on the children while in the classroom?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records from May 2026 mention a concern regarding staff supervision and focus while in the classroom. This question helps parents understand the center's expectations for staff attentiveness and active supervision.
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Finding-specific
Can you walk me through your process for ensuring that all staff members have the required background screening documentation on file and updated in the system?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from 2025 indicate multiple findings related to background screening documentation and rostering. This question provides an opportunity to hear how the center currently manages and verifies these essential personnel records.
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General question
What is your approach to communicating with families about daily routines, such as feeding schedules and transitions for infants and toddlers?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Understanding how a center manages daily care transitions and communication helps families feel confident in the consistency of their child's daily experience. This question helps parents learn about the center's standard practices for keeping families informed.