Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 1.5
- Local median
- 0.33
Catherine's Early Learning Academy
11418 Bloomingdale Ave, Riverview, FL 33578
- License:
- C13HI0684
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 8, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, VPK, After School, Drop In, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care, Transportation
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 74
- License expiration:
- November 30, 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 inspectionJune 12, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsAugust 13, 2025
Summary
This summary covers 16 available inspections for Catherine's Early Learning Academy from April 24, 2023 through June 12, 2026.
12 inspections recorded violations, with 24 recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on June 12, 2026 and involved child guidance.
Staff-to-child ratio 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
- 16
- Recorded violations
- 24
- Higher-concern violations
- 11
- Repeated topics
- 5
6 in last 12 months
9 in last 12 months
6 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
16 total inspections vs 5 local median in 33578
Compared to 27 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 50%
- Local median
- 13%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 75%
- Local median
- 29%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 5
- Local average
- 0.96
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Equipment or readiness
Appeared across 7 inspections, with 9 recorded violations.
November 1, 2023November 15, 2023January 26, 2024March 1, 2024November 18, 2024July 14, 2025Hazardous access
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
November 1, 2023January 26, 2024July 14, 2025Staff-to-child ratio
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
March 7, 2024January 15, 2026June 12, 2026Transportation
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
November 1, 2023November 24, 2025January 15, 2026Facility condition
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
January 26, 2024November 24, 2025Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
Higher concern: Child guidance
- Report finding
- 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
- During the complaint inspection teacher 1 informed the Licensing Specialist and the Licensing Specialist Supervisor that she made nail marks on child 1s under her arm with her nails while she was holding child1 because child 1 was having a tantrum. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 8.2, 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. ___________________________________ ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 47 - Access/Child Safety
- Official code
- 47-01
Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
- Report finding
- A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [6] children is required. A ratio of [2] child care personnel for [14 including a 1 year old] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. General Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- 1:3 infant and one-year olds 2:14 one year old, three-year-old, four-year-olds, five-year-olds This was brought back into compliance by moving the one-year-old to the other classroom making the ratio: 1:4 infant and one-year olds 2:13 three-year-olds, four-year-olds, and five-year-olds
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Ratio Sufficient
- Official code
- 03-01
Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
- Report finding
- A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [6] children is required. A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [11] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- 1:11 - Mixed Group - (1 one-year-old, 5 Two-year-olds, 5 Three-year-olds) 1:9 - School Age 1:4 - Mixed Group - (3 infants and 1 One-year-old) 1 Staff During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that when a staff member answered the front door for the Licensing Specialist, the Licensing Specialist observed another staff member standing in the doorway between two classrooms. The Licensing Specialist observed the ratio to be 1 childcare personnel to 11 children. There was 1 one-year-old, 5 Two-year-olds, 5 Three-year-olds. This standard has been brought back into compliance in that the staff member that answered the door returned to their classroom. Ratio when the s ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Ratio Sufficient
- Official code
- 03-01
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The vehicle alarm installed was not in working condition. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 General Requirements [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the previous renewal inspection, the Licensing Supervisor observed that the vehicle alarm is not working properly. Alarm did not sound within 1 minute. During the reinspection, the Licensing Specialist observed the vehicle alarm installed was not in working condition in that it did not sound within 1 minute. The Operator has been given until 2/15/2026 to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 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 transp ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by February 15, 2026
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 07 - Vehicle Requirements
- Official code
- 07-06
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The vehicle alarm installed was not in working condition. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Licensing Supervisor observed that the vehicle alarm is not working properly. Alarm did not sound within 1 minute. According to the DCF Facility Handbook: F. By January 1, 2022, all vehicles used by childcare facilities to transport children must be equipped with a reliable alarm system approved by the Department which prompts the driver to inspect the vehicle for children before exiting the vehicle. 1. Approved alarm systems must meet the following criteria: a. The alarm system must be armed or activated automatically when the vehicles ignition is turned on. b. The alarm system must be designed and installed so that the vehicle horn, siren or other type of audio alarm will s ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by December 24, 2025
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 07 - Vehicle Requirements
- Official code
- 07-06
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
- Licensing Supervisor observed bathrooms needed to be cleaned in the VPK room and trash taken out. Also, a room not being used for care is in need of being cleaned it contained: a portable fan, cots, bins, and toys. According to the DCF Facility Handbook: 3.1 General Health and Safety Requirements A. All childcare 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 ar ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by December 24, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-01
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facilitys outdoor play area contained litter, nails, glass or other hazards that posed a low potential for harm to children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that the grass was at ankle height in multiple places on both playgrounds. Licensing Specialist informed the staff person in charge. CCF Handbook Section 3.5, A Outdoor Play Area/Fencing A. The outdoor play area must be clean and free from litter, nails, glass and other hazards.
- Correction status
- Due by August 13, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-01
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 inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that the fencing on the large/small playgrounds had gaps and/or needed repair/replacement which could allow a child or animals access to the playground areas. CCF Handbook Section 3.5, F Outdoor Play Area 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 inche s 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 ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by July 25, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-06
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 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed the last fire drill was conducted on 6/30/2025. The fire extinguisher certification(s) are valid until 7/2025. The annual fire inspection was conducted on 7/9/2024. The Staff in charge advised the Licensing Specialist that the Fire Marshall did come out to conduct their annual fire inspection but that he was unable to approve until breaker box issue was resolved. Licensing Specialist informed the Director and Staff in charge that a fire safety plan would need to be in place and sent in to Licensing until the facility received an approved fire inspection. CCF Handbook Section 3.8.2, A Fire Safety A . Unless statu ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by July 25, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-02
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facilitys outdoor play area contained litter, nails, glass or other hazards that posed a low potential for harm to children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed a pile of tree limbs on playground 1 causes by Hurricane Milton. Licensing Specialist advised by the Provider that playground 1 still being used by the children.
- Correction status
- Due by December 20, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-01
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
- Report finding
- A ratio of [1 (one) ] child care personnel for [1 (one)] children is required. A ratio of [1 (one) ] child care personnel for [12 (twelve children, group included one year olds)] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. (Section 3, numbers 1 9) General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, the Family Services Counselor Supervisor/Licensing Specialist Supervisor (FSCS/LSS) observed that the facility was out of ratio. Upon arrival to the facility, FSCS/LSS rang the office doorbell and was greeted by staff and advised staff that the FSCS/LSS was at the facility to add the new classroom. FSCS/LSS followed the staff into the classroom and observed that no staff was with the children when the teacher left the classroom to answer the front door, leaving 12 children unsupervised. The children's ages ranged from one-year olds, two-year-olds, three-year-olds, four-year-olds and five-year-olds. The FSCS/LSS asked the teacher if there was another tea ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Ratio Sufficient
- Official code
- 03-01
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- Supervision of children in the [one, two, three, four and five year olds] group was inadequate in that [One teacher left the classroom to get breakfast and the other teacher left the room to answer the front door, therefore leaving the children unsupervised in the classroom. ]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 (Section 5, numbers 1 - 17) General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Upon arrival to the facility, FSCS/LSS rang the office doorbell and was greeted by staff and advised staff that the FSCS/LSS was at the facility to add the new classroom. FSCS/LSS followed the staff into the classroom and observed that no staff was with the children when the teacher left the classroom to answer the front door, leaving 12 children unsupervised. The children's ages ranged from one-year olds, two-year-olds, three-year-olds, four-year-olds and five-year-olds. The FSCS/LSS asked the teacher if there was another teacher with her because she is over ratio, the teacher advised that the other teacher stepped out to the other building to bring the children's breakfast. ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
- Official code
- 04-01
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 metal, red, climbing car with wooden like deck/tires still had peeling paint and exposed areas of rust, therefore this licensing standard is not in compliance. Furthermore, the circular bicycles also were observed to have peeling paint and rust]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B and F (Section 11.2, numbers 2 and 4) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- 32-03 During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist Supervisor observed the following on the older children's outdoor play area: The metal, red, climbing car with wooden like deck/tires still had peeling paint and exposed areas of rust, therefore this licensing standard is not in compliance. Furthermore, the circular bicycles also were observed to have peeling paint and rust. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist Supervisor observed the same red tricycle that was previously was missing both of the foot petals leaving the exposed metal prongs during the 01/26/2024 was still on the older children's outdoor playground. The Owner/Director advis ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by March 31, 2024
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 [red metal car, metal 4 way bouncey seat, stationary plastic climber with deck and slide] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D (Section 11.2, number 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- 32-07 During the on-site reinspection, the Licensing Specialist Supervisor observed that the facility's older children's outdoor play areas where the required protective surface in fall zones were not maintained: Metal, red, climbing car with wooden like deck/tires that was anchored down, did not have the loose fill fall zone, the operator had a combination sand and mulch, however the sand was compacted and therefore there was only 4 inches of loose fill. The large plastic climber with deck area and slide did not have a maintained protective surface as they had areas compacted sand mixed with mulch, grass/weeds. The metal, green, red and blue spring-loaded bouncy with 4 seats ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by March 31, 2024
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-07
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 10, number 1) Physical Environment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist Supervisor observed that the vent in room #2 had a black unknown substance and was in need of cleaning. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist Supervisor provided technical assistance: 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. Documen ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by February 26, 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 10, number 1) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist Supervisor observed that the entrance door to room #3 (that is not currently licensed) is off the henges and almost fell on the Specialist. The Owner/Director advised that she will have the door repaired.
- Correction status
- Due by February 26, 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 10, number 4) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist Supervisor observed 6 very large plastic bags on older children's outdoor play area that appeared to be filled with yard debris. During the time of the inspection, the Owner/Director tried to move them, however she advised that they were too heavy and that she would have them removed this weekend. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist Supervisor provided technical assistance: 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.
- Correction status
- Due by February 26, 2024
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 play equipment was not maintained in a safe or sanitary condition for the children to use in that [The metal, red, climbing car with wooden deck/tires has peeling paint, exposed areas of rust and the anchors are protruding from the ground. The metal, green, red and blue spring-loaded bouncy seats (only 3 seats, one appeared to have been removed) was not firmly anchored in as a child was observed bouncing on it and it was wiggling around, also the anchor from where the seat was missing was protruding out of the ground. One of the red tricycles was missing both of the foot petals leaving th]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B and F (Section 11.2, numbers 2 and 4) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist Supervisor observed the following on the older children's outdoor play area: The metal, red, climbing car with wooden deck/tires has peeling paint, exposed areas of rust and the anchors are protruding from the ground. The metal, green, red and blue spring-loaded bouncy seats (only 3 seats, one appeared to have been removed) was not firmly anchored in as a child was observed bouncing on it and it was wiggling around, also the anchor from where the seat was missing was protruding out of the ground. One of the red tricycles was missing both of the foot petals leaving the exposed metal prongs. During the time of the insp ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by February 26, 2024
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 [Metal, red, climbing car with wooden deck/tires that was anchored down, did not have loose fill fall zone, the operator had sand, however the sand was compacted. Two large plastic climbers with deck areas and slides did not have protective surfaces as they had compacted sand with grass/weeds. Metal, green, red and blue spring-loaded bouncy seats (only 3 seats, one appeared to have been removed) that was anchored down, dd not have a maintained fall zone protective surface as there was compacted s] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D (Section 11.2, number 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the on-site reinspection, the Licensing Specialist Supervisor observed that the facility's older children's outdoor play areas were the required protective surface in fall zones were not maintained: Metal, red, climbing car with wooden deck/tires that was anchored down, did not have loose fill fall zone, the operator had sand, however the sand was compacted. Two large plastic climbers with deck areas and slides did not have protective surfaces as they had compacted sand with grass/weeds. Metal, green, red and blue spring-loaded bouncy seats (only 3 seats, one appeared to have been removed) that was anchored down, dd not have a maintained fall zone protective surface as ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by February 26, 2024
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-07
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The ground cover or other protective surface under the [\"The Monkey Bars\" Hand over hand obstcale] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of inspection, the licensing specialist observed that there were only 4 inches of resilient Surface under the "monkey bars" Hand-over-hand obstacle. Provider advised licensing specialist Facility added sand to fall zones; fall zones still do not have the sufficient resilient surface required. The provider advised the licensing specialist that they would receive a grant to replace the entire playground area. Provider advised specialist Monkey bars will be removed within 30 days. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D 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 equi ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by December 18, 2023
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-07
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The vehicle alarm installed was not in working condition. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4
- Inspector notes
- During inspection owner was unable to have vehicle alarm system work properly. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 4. Alarm systems installed according to the manufacturers instructions prior to October 1, 2021, will be deemed to satisfy this requirement if they meet the criteria set forth in 2.5.4.F.1. above. Under this allowance, the existing alarm system must always be properly maintained in working order. Should at any time the alarm system require replacement, the new system must be selected from the Departments approved list referenced in 2.5.4 F.2. above.
- Correction status
- Due by December 2, 2023
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 07 - Vehicle Requirements
- Official code
- 07-06
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]
- Inspector notes
- During time of inspection licensing specialist observed fence in the playground area that was not at ground level. Approximately 5 inches gap at the base of the fence that is shared with the neighbors from behind of the facility. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, 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 3.5 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 build-up to prevent inside and outside access by children or animals. These areas must have at leas ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by December 2, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-07
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- The facility did not maintain the sink, toilet and/or bath facilities used by the children in good operating condition, clean and sanitized or disinfected, posing a threat to the health, safety or well-being of the children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.7, I (Section 10.6, number 8) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, licensing observed a non-operational toilet with leftover dirty sewage water/ and or leftover feces. The restroom was not clean or maintained. The restroom is unlocked and accessible to children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.7, I 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 November 15, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 21 - Restrooms and Bath Facilities
- Official code
- 21-12
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- A resilient surface was not provided beneath and within the fall/use zone for [The \"Monkey bars\" hand over hand obstcale ]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D (Section 11.2, number 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that there were only approximately 3 inches of resilient surface under the "Monkey bars" hand-over-hand obstacle. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D 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 November 15, 2023
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-06
No recorded violations in this report
Questions to ask
Suggested questions for parents based on recorded violations in inspection reports. If there are not enough source-backed violations, you will see general questions for daycare.
Finding-specific
What steps have been taken to ensure that staff interactions with children remain positive and supportive at all times?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from a recent inspection report indicate a concern regarding staff interaction methods. Asking this helps parents understand the current training and expectations for staff behavior.
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Finding-specific
How does the center manage classroom staffing to ensure that required ratios are consistently maintained throughout the day?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records show multiple instances where staffing ratios were not met. This question allows the director to explain the current systems in place to keep classrooms properly staffed.
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Finding-specific
Can you describe the process for verifying that vehicle safety equipment, such as alarm systems, is functioning correctly before transporting children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Official inspection reports have noted past issues with vehicle alarm systems. This question helps parents understand the maintenance and pre-trip check procedures used to keep transportation safe.
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Finding-specific
What is your routine for inspecting outdoor play areas to ensure fencing and equipment are secure and well-maintained?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records show repeated findings regarding playground fencing and the storage of hazardous items. This question helps parents understand how the facility monitors the physical environment for potential risks.
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Finding-specific
How do you handle daily cleaning and maintenance tasks to ensure all areas of the facility remain in good condition for the children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection reports have identified areas needing improved cleaning or repair. This question helps parents understand the facility's ongoing maintenance schedule and commitment to a clean environment.
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