Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 2.39
- Local median
- 0.36
A Blessed Beginning LLC
1515 Saint Andrews Blvd, Panama City, FL 32405
- License:
- C14BA0061
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 14, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, After School, Before School, Drop In, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 6:30AM to 5:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 79
- License expiration:
- April 4, 2027
Typical cost: $1,127 - $1,174 (Under 1)
Child’s age
$1,127 - $1,174/mo
Median daily rate: $52.00 - $54.20
Official Florida Division of Early Learning Bay County data.
Not this provider’s price.
Inspection snapshot
Recent higher-concern violation
At least one higher-concern violation appears in the last 12 months.
Next: Read reports, examine repeated topics below, look at the broader history, and ask what changed afterward.
Latest inspectionJune 23, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsJune 23, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 18 available inspections for A Blessed Beginning LLC from April 3, 2023 through June 23, 2026.
12 inspections recorded violations, with 43 recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on March 9, 2026 and involved hazardous access.
That higher-concern topic showed up in three inspections.
A later inspection showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether it was a formal follow-up.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 18
- Recorded violations
- 43
- Higher-concern violations
- 13
- Repeated topics
- 7
4 in last 12 months
21 in last 12 months
7 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
18 total inspections vs 10 local median in 32405
Compared to 27 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 33%
- Local median
- 8%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 67%
- Local median
- 25%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 7
- Local average
- 0.67
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Recordkeeping
Appeared across 6 inspections, with 7 recorded violations.
November 8, 2023March 1, 2024June 21, 2024November 15, 2024June 25, 2025March 9, 2026Hazardous access
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
March 1, 2024November 5, 2025March 9, 2026Health or food records
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 8 recorded violations.
March 1, 2024March 7, 2025March 9, 2026Staff training
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 5 recorded violations.
June 21, 2024November 15, 2024November 5, 2025Child guidance
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
August 29, 2024November 5, 2025Facility condition
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 4 recorded violations.
November 5, 2025Supervision
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 4 recorded violations.
August 29, 2024November 5, 2025Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- 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
- Infant classroom missing electrical outlet cover. Provider replaced the outlet with a new cover at inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-18
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facility's outdoor play area contained litter, nails, glass or other hazards that posed a threat to the health, safety or well-being of the children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection of the playground licensing counselor found several active ant hills where children play. Provider closed the playground for the day and treated the playground. Pictures of treated ant hills were sent to licensing counselor.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-02
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- Toys, equipment and/or furnishings were not safe in that [plastic trash cans in both bathrooms that children use had cracks or rips ] and pose a threat to the health, safety or well-being of the children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.11 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Report comments
- In both bathrooms that children use there were trash cans for paper only that had cracks or rips where children could get their fingers stuck or pinched. A picture of a receipt was provided by the provider to show the purchase of new trash cans.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 31 - Indoor Equipment
- Official code
- 31-04
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Child(ren) did not have a Florida Certification of Immunization (DH Form 680) or a Religious Exemption from Immunization (DH Form 681), on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- All child files monitored. Three child files were found with no immunization records, past 30 days of enrollment. Technical Assistance was provided by Licensing Counselor to provider to implement a reminder system for immunization record keeping. Provider resolved the non-compliance by telling parents their children cannot attend until Immunization records are provided. Picture of sent message to parents was provided to Licensing Counselor.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- All files monitored. Three child files with expired immunization certificates. Technical Assistance was provided by Licensing Counselor to provider to implement a reminder system for immunization record keeping. Provider resolved the non-compliance by telling parents their children cannot attend until updated Immunization records are provided. Picture of sent message to parents was provided to Licensing Counselor.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-02
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Child(ren) did not have a Student Health Examination/DH (Form 3040), or an equivalent health statement on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- All files monitored. One child file with no Student Health Examination who has been enrolled for more than 30 days. Technical Assistance was provided by Licensing Counselor to provider to implement a reminder system for Student Health Examination record keeping. Provider resolved the non-compliance by telling parents their children cannot attend until Student Health Examination records are provided. Picture of sent message to parents was provided to Licensing Counselor.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
- Official code
- 42-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The Student Health Examination or equivalent health statement was not acceptable in that: [ It was not current (over two years old)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- All files monitored. Four child files with expired Student Health Examinations. Technical Assistance was provided by Licensing Counselor to provider to implement a reminder system for Student Health Examination record keeping. Provider resolved the non-compliance by telling parents their children cannot attend until updated Student Health Examination records are provided. Picture of sent message to parents was provided to Licensing Counselor.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
- Official code
- 42-02
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The personnel/ volunteer (ten hours or more per month) record did not include a CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form signed annually. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- Five employees with expired Child Abuse & Neglect reporting forms. Technical assistance provided, Licensing Counselor reminded provider that Child Abuse and Neglect form CF-FSP 5337 must be signed annually and setting up a system for reminders would be beneficial. Corrected at time of inspection. Provider had all of the staff that needed an updated Child Abuse and Neglect reporting form sign and date a new form.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-04
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Items unrelated to diaper changing were stored in the diaper changing area or placed on the diaper changing table/surface. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, G (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the on-site inspection, counselor observed item unrelated to diaper changing (infant formula) on the diaper changing table. Diapering Requirements T/A: Items unrelated to diaper changing shall not be stored in the diaper changing area nor shall they be placed on the diaper changing table. Corrected - staff member removed the infant formula form the diapering changing table.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
- Official code
- 30-07
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documentation to show child care personnel had begun the introductory training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3)
- Inspector notes
- During the onsite inspection, counselor observed that not all staff had started the required childcare training within 90 days of working in the childcare industry. Beginning Training T/A: Childcare personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month must begin training within 90 days of employment in the childcare industry and successfully complete Departments training within 12 months from the date training begins. Training taken prior to employment in the childcare industry does not constitute begin training. The begin training timeframes begin at the time of employment in the childcare industry. Training completion may not exceed 15 months from the date of ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-03
Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
- Report finding
- A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [4] children is required. A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [6] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the complaint inspection and video review, counselor observed classroom out of ratio with 1 staff and 6 infants. 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. 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 all times. Corrected : a second teacher went into the classrooms maintaining 1/4 ratio. Ratio: 2/6 - infants and 1's 1/4 - 1's 2/13 - 2's 1/6 - 2's, 3's 1/13 - ... [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 [infant classroom] group was inadequate in that [staff observed on telphones and walking out of the classroom leaving children unattended]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the complaint inspection and video review, staff were observed walking out of the classroom, not providing direct supervision. T/A:
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
- Official code
- 04-01
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- An infant was observed being fed with a propped bottle. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4.4, C (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the inspection and video review, counselor observed infants in devices with propped bottles. T/A: Meal time supervision 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. Corrected- infants are held for bottle feeding, no propping bottles.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
- Official code
- 04-08
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- Children were left unattended while being diapered or when changing clothes and/or a safety strap or harness was used on the diaper changing table/surface. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, F (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the on-site complaint inspection, and video review, counselor observed that teacher turned away from child resulting in child falling off the changing table. Diapering requirements T/A: Children must be directly attended at all times when being diapered or when changing clothes. Child care personnel must not leave children unattended on a table or countertop. A safety strap or harness must not be used on the diaper changing table/surface. Corrected: Staff are aware of supervision requirements during diapering.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
- Official code
- 04-16
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- Infant observed in an infant seat (swing, bouncers, etc.) for a time greater than 30 minutes. CCF Handbook, Section 2.6, F (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the complaint inspection video review, counselor observed infants in devices for more than 30 min at a time. T/A: Planned Activities Provide adequate time and space for infants, birth to 12 months, in care to engage in activities that promote development of movement skills (tummy time, crawling, turning over, sitting, etc.). Infant seats (swings, bouncers, etc.) must be used only for short periods of time, no more than 15 to 30-minute intervals per infant and no more than two times per day that the child is in care. Infants in care shall be provided opportunities for outdoor time each day that weather permits. Corrected - staff receiving additional training and are awa ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SUPERVISION - 09 - Planned Activities
- Official code
- 09-13
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Screens were not affixed or maintained on all opened doors and windows in the facility. CCF Handbook Section 3.3.2 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the complaint inspection and video review, counselor observed back door in the infant classroom propped open with no screen T/A: Windows and screens When the windows or doors are open for more than entering/exiting purposes, all buildings must have and maintain screens to prevent entrance of any insects or rodents. Screens are not required for open-air classrooms and picnic areas. Corrected - Staff training and back door no longer propped open at any time.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 14 - Lighting, Temperature, and Ventilation
- Official code
- 14-06
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Linens used by more than one child were not laundered between usage. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1, F (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the complaint inspection, counselor observed on video that staff were sharing blankets between children and not washing blankets between usage. T/A: Bedding and linens Linens, if used, must be washed at least once a week and more often if soiled or dirty. Linens used by more than one child must be washed in between usage. Linens must be provided when children are sleeping, and pillows and blankets must be available. For children under the age of one, please follow the requirements outlined in section 3.6.4. Corrected - Staff training and all blankets have been removed from the classroom.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 18 - Bedding and Linens
- Official code
- 18-09
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- Hand sanitizer was used in place of hand washing with soap and running water. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.1, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the follow-up inspection on 11/10/2025, counselor observed that staff member after completing a diaper change, used hand sanitizer to wash hands instead of soap and running water. Handwashing T/A: 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 | 37 before and after administering medication, ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 29 - Health and Sanitation
- Official code
- 29-04
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Diaper changing procedure was not posted in the changing area and/or was not followed. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, L (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the complaint inspection and video review, counselor observed staff not washing hands after diapering. Diapering Requirements T/A: Hands must be washed and dried thoroughly after each diapering or toileting procedure, and all surfaces that have been touched must be cleaned and sanitized or disinfected to prevent the spread of germs. Children must be directly attended at all times when being diapered or when changing clothes. Child care personnel must not leave children unattended on a table or countertop. Diaper changing procedure must be posted in the changing area and followed to protect the health and safety of children and child care personnel. Corrected - Addition ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
- Official code
- 30-14
Medium concern: Incident records
- Report finding
- The facility failed to report a serious injury or death to the licensing authority. CCF Handbook, Section 6.4, E (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the complaint inspection, counselor noted that provider did not inform licensing about serious injury to the child, as they thought other agency personnel would inform licensing. Licensing was informed during the on-site routine inspection. Accident/Incident Notification T/A: In the event of serious injury or death, the incident must immediately be reported to the licensing authority. Corrected - counselor informed of the serious injury upon arrival for the routine inspection. Provider is aware of the standard requirements.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 39 - Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation
- Official code
- 39-07
Higher concern: Child guidance
- Report finding
- The owner, operator, employee or substitute, while caring for children, committed an act or omission that meets the definition of child abuse or neglect provided in Chapter 39, Florida Statutes or Chapter 827, Florida Statutes. CCF Handbook, Section 8.2, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Enforcement [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the complaint investigation, employee committed an act or omission that meets the definition of child abuse or neglect with the injury of a child. Child Safety Acts or omissions that meet the definition of child abuse or neglect provided in Chapter 39, F.S. or Chapter 827, F.S., constitute a violation of the standards is section 402.301- .319, F.S., and will support imposition of a sanction, as provided in Section 402.310, F.S. Corrected - employee was arrested and is no longer working at the facility or eligible to work in childcare. SCHOOL READINESS
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 47 - Access/Child Safety
- Official code
- 47-02
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The facility did not maintain documentation that the parent(s) or legal guardian(s) of each child were provided information regarding the potential for distracted adults to fail to drop off a child and leave them in the car annually during the months of April and September in that [parents were not given information regarding distracted adults for the month of April.]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.3, C.5. (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the onsite inspection, counselor observed that parents were not provided information regarding the potential for distracted adults during the month of April. Enrollment Information T/A: Annually, in the months of April and September, the child care facility must provide parents/guardians of the children enrolled in the facility with information regarding the potential for distracted adults to fail to drop off a child at the facility and instead leave them in the adults vehicle upon arrival at the adults destination.CF/PI 175- 12, brochure, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(x), F.A.C. and may be obtained from the Departments website at www.myflfamilies ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 43 - Enrollment Information
- Official code
- 43-10
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The facility did not share with child care personnel or post in an easily accessible location, special food restrictions for a child. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, G (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the on-site inspection, counselor observed that not all special food restrictions were shared/posted for childcare personnel. Food Safety T/A: If the custodial parent or legal guardian notifies the program of any known food allergies, written documentation must be maintained in the childs file for as long as the child is in care. Special food restrictions must be shared with child care personnel posted in an easily seen location that is not readily visible by parents or nonchild care personnel and followed. Corrected - during the inspection, special food restrictions were shared/posted with childcare personnel.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 25 - Meals and Snacks
- Official code
- 25-14
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the 40 hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement. CCF Handbook Section 4.2.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3)
- Inspector notes
- During the on-site file review, counselor observed that not all staff members had completed required childcare training within 12 months from when the training begun. T/A: Mandated Introductory Training Child care personnel must successfully complete 40 hours of child care training as evidenced by successful completion of competency examinations offered by the Department or its designated representative with a weighted score of 70 or better. Provider will have staff member complete the required childcare training. In-service training for 2023/2024 fiscal year and the SR health and safety training monitored during the inspection.
- Correction status
- Due by December 6, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-01
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Documentation of in-service training was not recorded on CF-FSP Form 5268, Child Care In-service Training Record. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.7, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the file review, counselor observed that not all staff that completed in-service training had training documented on the in-service
- Correction status
- Due by December 6, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-08
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The personnel/ volunteer (ten hours or more per month) record did not include a CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form signed annually. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the file review, counselor observed that not all staff had a current child abuse and neglect form signed annually on file. Personnel files T/A: CF-FSP Form 5337, Child Abuse & Neglect Reporting Requirements, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(l), F.A.C., must be signed on or before Child Care Facility Handbook Page | 62 hire date and annually thereafter by all child care personnel. Provider will have staff sign a current child abuse and neglect form. Provider states 12 staff are on file.
- Correction status
- Due by December 6, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-04
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- Children were not individually fed and supervised during meal times. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4.4, A General Requirements [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the on-site complaint inspection, counselor observed that an infant was in an infant swing drinking from a bottle. Mealtime supervision T/A: Infants must be held for bottle feedings until they are developmentally ready to sit in an age appropriate chair with good head control. Corrected - during the inspection, staff member put child in a chair designated for feeding.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
- Official code
- 04-07
Higher concern: Child guidance
- Report finding
- Child care personnel did not comply with the facility's written disciplinary and expulsion policies. CCF Handbook, Section 2.8, B General Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- During the complaint inspection, counselor noted that the facilities discipline policy on file was not followed by staff. T/A:
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 11 - Child Discipline
- Official code
- 11-03
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the 40 hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement. CCF Handbook Section 4.2.1
- Inspector notes
- During the file review, counselor observed that not all staff had completed the required 40 hours childcare training. T/A: Mandated Introductory Training Child care personnel must successfully complete 40 hours of child care training as evidenced by successful completion of competency examinations offered by the Department or its designated representative with a weighted score of 70 or better. Child care personnel who successfully completed the mandatory 40-hour Introductory Child Care Training prior to January 1, 2004 are not required to fulfill the competency examination requirement. Provider will have childcare personnel complete the required 40 hours childcare training.
- Correction status
- Due by July 19, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-01
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documentation to show child care personnel had begun the introductory training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.1
- Inspector notes
- During the on-site file review, counselor observed that not all staff had started the required childcare training withing 90 days of employment in the childcare industry. T/A: Beginning Training Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month must begin training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry and successfully complete Departments training within 12 months from the date training begins. Training taken prior to employment in the child care industry does not constitute begin training. The begin training timeframes begin at the time of employment in the child care industry. Training completion may not exceed 15 months from th ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by July 19, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-03
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The personnel/ volunteer (ten hours or more per month) record did not include a CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form signed annually. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, C Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the file review, counselor observed that not all staff had a current child abuse and neglect reporting form on file for review. T/A: Personnel Records CF-FSP Form 5337, Child Abuse & Neglect Reporting Requirements, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(l), F.A.C., must be signed on or before Child Care Facility Handbook Page | 62 hire date and annually thereafter by all child care personnel. Provider will have a current child abuse and neglect reporting form on file for all staff. Provider stated 12 staff are on file.
- Correction status
- Due by July 19, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-04
Higher concern: Sleep safety
- Report finding
- Child/ren were placed in a crib, playpen, play yard or other sleeping and napping bedding with items that could pose a strangulation or suffocation risk. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.4, A
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, counselor observed that two infants were in their cribs with sleeping bedding (1 with boppy pillow, 1 with a blanket). T/A: Safe Sleep All personnel that care for infants must follow safe sleep practices as recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) as referenced in Caring for Our Children Basics Health and Safety Foundations for Early Care and Education, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(v), F.A.C. Cribs or playpens/play yards used for infants must have tight fitted sheets and no excess bedding, which includes but is not limited to: bumper pads, hanging mobiles, quilts, comforters, receiving blankets, pillows, stuffed ani ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 20 - Crib Requirements
- Official code
- 20-06
No recorded violations in this report
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 10.8, number 2) Physical Environment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the inspection, counselor observed that the side gate on the play area had a gap and was not secure to keep children from exiting the play area. T/A: Outdoor play area 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. Corrected: on a follow-up visit on 3/4/2024 (before the inspection report was uploaded), provider had tightened the fence and added hardware to secure the gate and prevent children from exiting the play area.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-06
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Child(ren) did not have a Florida Certification of Immunization (DH Form 680) or a Religious Exemption from Immunization (DH Form 681), on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1, B (Section 19.2, number 2) Record Keeping [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the on-site file review, the counselor observed that not all children enrolled, had an immunization record on file for review. T/A: Immunization Records If the custodial parents or legal guardians fail to provide the documentation required above within 30 days of enrollment, the facility shall not allow the child to remain in the program. The parent/guardian of a child who has not received the age-appropriate immunizations prior to enrollment and who does not have documented medical or religious exemptions from routine childhood immunizations must provide documentation of a scheduled appointment or arrangement to receive immunizations. --Provide will have a Florida cer ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by March 29, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 (Section 19.2, number 2) Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the on-site file review, counselor observed that not all children enrolled, had current immunization record on file. T/A: Immunization Records The child care facility is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed Florida Certification of Immunization form Part A-1, B, or C, DH 680, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(o), F.A.C., or the Religious Exemption from Immunization form, DH 681, which is incorporated by reference in 65C- 22.001(7)(p), F.A.C., from the custodial parent or legal guardian. DH Form 680 and DH Form 681 may be obtained from the local county health department. Provider will have a current ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by March 29, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-02
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Child(ren) did not have a Student Health Examination/DH (Form 3040), or an equivalent health statement on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2, C (Section 19.2, number 1) Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the on-site file review, counselor observed that not all children enrolled had a student health record on file for review. T/A: 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 examination. Provider will have a student health reco ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by March 29, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
- Official code
- 42-01
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- Personnel records or copies of records were not being maintained at the facility and available for review by the licensing authority. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 (Section 19.4) Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the onsite file review, counselor observed that a new staff member did not have a completed file on site for review. T/A: Personnel Records Records must be maintained and kept current on all child care personnel, as defined by Section 402.302(3), F.S. These records shall be on-site, available for review by the licensing authority and must include: A. A complete employment application with the required statement pursuant to Section 402.3055(1)(b), F.S. B. Documentation of position and date of employment. C. CF-FSP Form 5337, Child Abuse & Neglect Reporting Requirements, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(l), F.A.C., must be signed on or before Child Car ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-01
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The facility did not maintain documentation that the parent(s) or legal guardian(s) of each child were provided information detailing the causes, symptoms, and transmission of the influenza virus annually during the months of August through September in that [parents were not provided acknowledgement]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.3, C.4. Record Keeping [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the on-site inspection, counselor observed that parents were not provided the required information. T/A: Enrollment information: Annually, during the months of August and September, the child care facility must provide parents/guardians of children enrolled in the facility with information detailing the causes, symptoms, and transmission of the influenza virus. To assist providers, the Department developed a brochure, CF/PI 175-70, Influenza Virus, Guide to Parents, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(n), F.A.C. and may be obtained from the Departments website at www.myflfamilies.com/childcare. Corrected, provider is aware of the requirement and will pr ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 43 - Enrollment Information
- Official code
- 43-06
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The facility did not maintain documentation that the parent(s) or legal guardian(s) of each child were provided information regarding the potential for distracted adults to fail to drop off a child and leave them in the car annually during the months of April and September in that [parents were not provided information]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.3, C.5.
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the inspection, counselor observed that parents were not provided the required information. T/A: Annually, in the months of April and September, the child care facility must provide parents/guardians of the children enrolled in the facility with information regarding the potential for distracted adults to fail to drop off a child at the facility and instead leave them in the adults vehicle upon arrival at the adults destination.CF/PI 175- 12, brochure, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(x), F.A.C. and may be obtained from the Departments website at www.myflfamilies.com . Corrected, provider is aware of the requirements and will provide parents informat ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 43 - Enrollment Information
- Official code
- 43-10
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The facility did not share with child care personnel or post in an easily accessible location, special food restrictions for a child. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, G Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, counselor observed that facility did not share /post allergies and special diet restrictions in an easily accessible location.
- Correction status
- Due by July 20, 2023
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 25 - Meals and Snacks
- Official code
- 25-14
Medium concern: Facility condition
- 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
- Inspector notes
- During the on-site inspection, counselor observed that there were no hand hygiene procedures posted in the one-year-old classroom. T/A: Handwashing: Situations or times that children, child care personnel, and/or volunteers must perform hand hygiene must be posted in all food preparation, diapering, and toileting areas. Provider will post hand hygiene procedures in the one year old classroom.
- Correction status
- Due by July 21, 2023
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 29 - Health and Sanitation
- Official code
- 29-16
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- The facility had an inadequate number of child care personnel appropriately trained in CPR to maintain coverage both on-site and on field trips. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4, B Health Requirements [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the on-site file review, counselor observed that facility had an inadequate number of staff with CPR training on site. Three staff were required due to the number of staff needed for ratio, but only 2 staff were on-site. By December 31, 2021, the facility shall maintain the following number of child care personnel with the CPR certification and first aid training that are on site at the facility at all times children are in care. For child care personnel to count to meet requirement in the below chart, they shall be child care personnel assigned to provide direct supervision of children in care: Total number of childcare personnel in direct supervision of children to m ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by July 20, 2023
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 36 - CPR Requirements
- Official code
- 36-03
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- A complete CF-FSP Form 5131, Background Screening and Personnel File Requirements, was not on file for all employees. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1, A Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the on-site file review, counselor observed that the new staff were missing the background screening and personnel file requirements form completed. T/A: Background screening Documents 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. Provider will have required form completed for all staff and available for review.
- Correction status
- Due by July 20, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-01
No recorded violations in this report
Questions to ask
Suggested questions for parents based on recorded violations in inspection reports. If there are not enough source-backed violations, you will see general questions for daycare.
Finding-specific
Could you describe the steps taken to ensure all electrical outlets are properly covered and secured throughout the classrooms?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records show an inspection in March 2026 identified an outlet cover that was not in place, which was corrected at the time of the visit.
- Context
- The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What training or oversight measures are currently in place to ensure staff consistently follow proper handwashing procedures after diaper changes?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records show multiple instances where handwashing or facility safety protocols were not fully followed, including an observation about hand sanitizer being used instead of soap and water.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How does the center monitor staff to ensure they are always providing direct, active supervision for children during all activities, including diapering?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Official inspection reports indicate several past concerns regarding supervision, including instances where staff were not directly attending to children during routine care tasks.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your process for verifying that all required health and immunization records for children are kept current and complete?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from multiple inspections indicate that some student health and immunization files were missing or expired, leading to a focus on improving record-keeping systems.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you ensure that all new staff members are fully trained on center policies and safety requirements upon hiring?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection reports note past instances where documentation of required staff training was not fully up to date.
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