Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 2.15
- Local median
- 1.27
STEAM Preschool Academy of Plant City
1108 Goldfinch Dr, Plant City, FL 33563
- License:
- C13HI0620
- 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 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 113
- License expiration:
- January 31, 2027
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 inspectionJune 2, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsFebruary 9, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 13 available inspections for STEAM Preschool Academy of Plant City from January 12, 2023 through June 2, 2026.
Eight inspections recorded violations, with 28 recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on June 2, 2026 and involved facility condition, with a due date of July 2, 2026.
Supervision was a higher-concern topic that showed up in three inspections.
The available reports do not include a later inspection with no recorded violations after that violation.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 13
- Recorded violations
- 28
- Higher-concern violations
- 10
- Repeated topics
- 5
5 in last 12 months
8 in last 12 months
2 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
13 total inspections vs 5 local median in 33563
Compared to 28 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 38%
- Local median
- 25%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 62%
- Local median
- 50%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 5
- Local average
- 1.86
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 3 inspections, with 5 recorded violations.
January 4, 2024January 8, 2025June 2, 2026Facility condition
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 7 recorded violations.
January 8, 2025December 30, 2025June 2, 2026Supervision
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
January 18, 2024September 15, 2025April 27, 2026Equipment or readiness
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
January 8, 2025December 30, 2025Transportation
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
January 4, 2024January 8, 2025Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
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 time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed the vent on the wall of the Afterschool room has a layer of dust. The two stools in the VPK bathrooms are in need of cleaning as they have heavy dirt built up on the tops and around the sides. 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 ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by July 2, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-01
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- The bedding available for children in care was not cleaned and/or sanitized at least once a week, and/or before use by another child. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1, G (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed napping linens in the open shelving in the 1-year old bathroom. During the time of the inspection, this was resolved by the Operator removing the linens from the bathroom. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook: 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.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 18 - Bedding and Linens
- Official code
- 18-03
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 oven hood has built up grease and the toaster oven shows sings of rust. 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 July 2, 2026
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-05
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- The hand washing sink was used for something other than hand washing in that [used to rinse bottles]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed sippy cups in a bin and a bottle laying next to the handwashing sink by the diaper changing table. Staff explained that the sink is used for adult handwashing and occasionally rinsing bottles. During the time of this inspection, this was resolved by the bottles and sippy cups being removed from the handwashing station. The Operator assured all bottles will be rinsed/cleaned in the kitchen. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook: C. Handwashing sinks must not be used for food service preparation, dishwashing, or food clean up.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
- Official code
- 30-03
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- Children in the outdoor play area were not adequately supervised in that [a child was left alone]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4.1, A General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed a child was left alone on the outdoor play area with no adult supervision. This was resolved by the Director bringing the child back into the facility. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook: A. Child care personnel must position themselves in the outdoor play area so that all children can be observed and directly supervised.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
- Official code
- 04-04
No recorded violations in this report
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 time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed the windowsill each classroom showed signs of needing cleaning, with dust and small debris gathered in the corners and on the weep channels/tracks. Under the sink in the VPK room an unknown wet black substance was observed. In the kitchen the inside of the oven and the hood of the stove are 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 ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by January 30, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-01
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
- During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed 2 large activity toy blocks were on either side of a toilet connected to the 1-year old room. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook: 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, sanitizing and disinfecting equipment, mat ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by January 30, 2026
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 31 - Indoor Equipment
- Official code
- 31-05
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- Children in the outdoor play area were not adequately supervised in that [children were jumping off or a storage container located on a concrete sidealk. ]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4.1, A General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of the inspection, the Operator advised the Licensing Specialist that a teacher was letting the children lineup and jump off of a storage container that was located up against the exterior of the facility on a sidewalk on the outdoor play area. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the CCF Handbook: A. Child care personnel must position themselves in the outdoor play area so that all children can be observed and directly supervised."
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
- Official code
- 04-04
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The vehicle had missing, broken or non-operable seat belts and/or safety restraints. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.5 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed the front row right side seat belt stuck, unable to retract. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed a seat buckle in the second row right side seat to be broken, missing the black outer cover of the buckle. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance: per the CCF Handbook "Seat Belt/Child Restraints Each child, when transported, must be seated in a back seat in an individual factory installed seat belt or federally approved child safety restraint. The child safety restraint must be installed, secured and used in accordance with the m ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by February 10, 2025
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 08 - Seat Belts/Child Restraints
- Official code
- 08-04
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]
- Report comments
- During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist did not observe any inclement weather schedules to be posted in the classrooms. During the time of the inspection, this was resolved by the Operator printing inclement weather schedules and posting them in each classroom. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance: per the CCF Handbook "Planned Activities 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 we ... [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]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed the rug in the Einstein room to be severely stained and in need of cleaning. During the time of the inspection, the was resolved by the Operator removing the rug from the classroom. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed the yellow nugget seating in the Galileo room to be severely stained and in need of cleaning. During the time of the inspection, the was resolved by the Operator removing the nugget seating from the classroom. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed the floors around the facility to be in need of cleaning as they had old food, built ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by February 10, 2025
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 areas or paint to be peeling around the facility. Specifically, the baseboards and windowsills show several areas of peeling paint. 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 b ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by February 10, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- A health deficiency having a low 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]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed there to be signed of water leaks and mold/mildew in several of the sink cabinets covering the base of the cabinets and the inside of the cabinet doors around the facility. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance: per the CCF Handbook "General Health and Safety RequirementsA. 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 b ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by February 10, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-03
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- There was evidence or the presence of rodent or vermin observed in the facility. 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 there to be dead roaches in the sink cabinets around the facility. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed there to be dead termites and termite eggs in the sink cabinet in the Washington 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 ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by February 10, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-09
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 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 a 3 1/2 inch gap between the bottom of the outdoor fencing and the ground. 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 ha ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by February 10, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-07
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- Exit areas were blocked off and inaccessible in an emergency. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.3 (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored the Fire Drill Log and observed documentation of the last fire drill having been conducted on 12/27/24. The last approved fire inspection for this facility was dated 11/14/24. The fire extinguisher certifications are valid until 5/2025. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed a table and chairs to be blocking an exit area. During the time of the inspection, the was resolved by the Operator removing the table and chairs from blocking the doorway. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance: per the CCF Handbook "Exit Areas The exits must be clear ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-23
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Food provided by parents/guardians was not properly stored and handled in a sanitary manner to prevent contamination or spoilage. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.5, E (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, the Owner/Operator/Director advised that the facility provides meals and snacks to the children that are in care. ***The provider is a food program participant. **** During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed there to be a grocery bag filled with baby food to be stored in the sink cabinet in the infant room. The bag was stored on top of a water leak stain in need of cleaning. During the time of the inspection, this was resolved by the Operator discarding the baby food. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance: per the CCF Handbook "E. Food provided by parents/guardians must be pr ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 25 - Meals and Snacks
- Official code
- 25-17
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
- During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed there to be several toys around the facility to be in need of cleaning. A school bus in the Einstein room was found be have dirt and grime build up. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance: per the CCF Handbook "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 f ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by February 10, 2025
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 31 - Indoor Equipment
- Official code
- 31-05
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 9 personnel to not have documentation of having the annual refresher of 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 and Preve ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by February 10, 2025
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 35 - Communicable Disease Control
- Official code
- 35-12
Higher concern: Medication
- Report finding
- A prescription or non-prescription medication, specifically [petroleum jelly ], was dispensed without written authorization from the custodial parent or legal guardian. CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, A and K (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed there to be 2 jars of petroleum jelly to be dispensed without written authorization from the custodial parent or guardian. During the time of the inspection, the was resolved by the Operator removing the petroleum jelly's from the classrooms. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance: per the CCF Handbook "A. The child care program must have written authorization from the custodial parent or legal guardian to give prescription and non-prescription medications. This authorization must be dated and signed by the custodial parent or legal guardian and contain the ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 40 - Medication
- Official code
- 40-01
Higher concern: Medication
- Report finding
- A medication, [cream], brought to the center for administration, was not in its original container. CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed there to be a homemade diaper cream in an old Desitin container which was sent in by the custodial parent or guardian. During the time of the inspection, this was resolved by the Operator removing the homemade diaper cream from the classroom. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance: per the CCF Handbook "C. Prescription and non- prescription medication brought to the child care facility by the custodial parent or legal guardian must be in the original container. Prescription medication must have a label stating the name and contact information of the physicia ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 40 - Medication
- Official code
- 40-04
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 there to be one child missing a health record 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 January 22, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
- Official code
- 42-01
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- An employment history verification was not documented and on file. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed there to be 4 personnel not having page 2 of the employment verification documentation. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance: per the CCF Handbook "D. The employer/owner/operator must conduct employment history checks, including documented attempts to contact each employer that employed the individual within the preceding five years, and documentation of the findings. Documentation must include the applicants job title and description of his/her regular duties, confirmation of employment dates, and level of job performance. The employer/owner/operator must ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by January 22, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-04
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- Children in the outdoor play area were not adequately supervised in that [the child went out to the playground area through a door that was left open by a staff member.]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4.1, A General Requirements [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the time of the complaint inspection, the Licensing Specialist was advised that a staff member went outside the classroom door into the playground area to make a phone call, When the staff member came back inside, the door was left cracked, and the child was able to get outside in the playground area without staff noticing. According to the childcare facility handbook:2.4 Supervision 2.4.1 General Supervision Requirements B. Child care personnel must be assigned to provide direct supervision to a specific group of children and be with that group of children at all times. Children must never be left without child care personnel supervision inside or outside the facility ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by January 18, 2024
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
- Official code
- 04-04
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- A vehicle(s) used to transport children did not have the required alarm system installed to prompt the driver to inspect the vehicle for children before exiting the vehicle. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that the vehicle alarm system was not working. According to the childcare facility handbook: 2.5.4 Vehicle Requirements For the purpose of this section, vehicles refer to those owned, operated or regularly used by the childcare program, and vehicles that provide transportation through a contract or agreement with an outside entity. Parents/guardians personal vehicles used for transporting during field trips are excluded from meeting the requirements of this sub-section. A. All vehicles regularly used to transport children must be inspected annually by a mechanic to ensure that they are in proper working orde ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by January 15, 2024
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 07 - Vehicle Requirements
- Official code
- 07-05
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documented proof that child care personnel participating in the transportation of children were trained on safe transportation practices prior to participating in transportation of children. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.6
- Inspector notes
- During the time of the inspection the Licensing Specialist observed that one staff member who was listed as a transportation driver did not have documented transportation or fire extinguisher training in their file. According to the childcare facility handbook: 4.2.5 Fire Extinguisher Training All childcare personnel shall be trained in the use and operation of a fire extinguisher, at each facility they are employed, within 30 days of date of hire. The facility must maintain documentation that all childcare personnel have completed training. According to the childcare facility handbook: 4.2.6 Transportation Training All childcare personnel participating in the transportation ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by February 5, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-10
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 one student did not have a student health form in their file. According to the childcare facility handbook: 7.2 Student Health Records The child care 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 February 5, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
- Official code
- 42-01
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facility failed to have a copy of a current and approved annual fire inspection report. (Section 14.2, number 1) Emergency [SR]
- Report comments
- Fire inspection is expired. FOOD SERVICE
- Correction status
- Due by January 18, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PERSONNEL - 53 - Fire Inspection: Section 2.07 Section 2.07 (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 14 Fire Safety and Emergency Preparedness and Response, Pages 32-34)
- Official code
- 53-01
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 children are always directly supervised while playing outdoors?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records show multiple instances across recent years where children were not adequately supervised during outdoor play. This question helps parents understand the current supervision protocols in place to keep children safe.
- Context
- The facility has had multiple reports regarding outdoor supervision between 2024 and 2026.
Related violations
Finding-specific
Can you walk me through your current process for ensuring all medication brought to the center is properly labeled and stored?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report noted an instance where medication was not in its original container. Asking about this process helps parents understand how the center manages health and safety requirements for medications.
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Finding-specific
How do you maintain your vehicles to ensure all safety restraints are in good working order?
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- Why ask this
- Available inspection records show past concerns regarding vehicle equipment, including non-operable seat belts and alarm systems. This question helps parents understand how the center ensures transportation safety for children.
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Finding-specific
What is your daily routine for cleaning and sanitizing the facility and toys?
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- Why ask this
- Public records from multiple inspections indicate recurring findings related to facility cleanliness and the sanitation of equipment. This question helps parents understand the current cleaning schedule and maintenance practices.
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General question
How do you communicate with families about their child's daily health and developmental progress?
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- Why ask this
- Establishing a clear communication channel is important for parents to stay informed about their child's well-being and daily experiences. This question helps parents understand how the center builds partnerships with families.