Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.27
- Local median
- 0.33
My First Steps Preschool
2440 Westgate Ave, West Palm Beach, FL 33409
- License:
- C15PB0164
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 11, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- Gold Seal, Head Start, School Readiness, VPK, After School, Before School, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care, Transportation
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 6:00AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 176
- License expiration:
- December 31, 2026
Typical cost: Not available for Palm Beach County.
Inspection snapshot
Questions worth asking
The available records raise questions worth asking before enrolling.
Next: Review the inspection history below and ask the provider what the records mean and what changed afterward.
Latest inspectionApril 15, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsApril 15, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 11 available inspections for My First Steps Preschool from April 13, 2023 through April 15, 2026.
Two inspections recorded violations, with three recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on March 13, 2026 and involved health or food records, with a due date of April 13, 2026.
DaycareFacts did not classify any of these violations at the Higher concern level.
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
- 11
- Recorded violations
- 3
- Higher-concern violations
- 0
- Repeated topics
- 0
6 in last 12 months
3 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
11 total inspections vs 12 local median in 33409
Compared to 13 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 0%
- Local median
- 8%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 18%
- Local median
- 23%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 0
- Local average
- 0.54
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
No repeated topics found
The available reports do not show the same violation topic appearing in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. Review the inspection history below for any one-time violations or report details.
Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- A crock pot used for warming infant formula and food contained water that exceeded 120 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, bottle warmer in infant room was 181 degrees F. Handbook page 65, article XII paragraph #8 MEDICATION
- Correction status
- Due by April 13, 2026
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 47 - Cooking and Warming Devices (Article XII.H)
- Official code
- 47-01
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- A staffing ratio of [11:1] for the children age [2] is the minimum required. There was/were [1] staff for [12] children aged [2] observed. General Requirements [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of inspection, the facility was found to be out of compliance with staff-to-child ratio requirements in the 2-year-old classroom. Twelve children were observed in care with only one teacher present, exceeding the minimum ratio requirement of 11:1. Technical assistance was provided to facility staff regarding proper ratio maintenance procedures and protocols for teacher breaks. The violation was corrected on-site when the assigned teacher returned to the classroom. According to the director, the teacher had left the classroom to use the restroom without requesting a floater to maintain proper supervision ratios during her absence. The facility shall ensure that ade ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 05 - Staff Ratio (Articles VIII.B, C, and XVIII.A, B)
- Official code
- 05-01
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The facility's documentation of an unusual incident/accident did not include information noted in number(s) as follows: [6.) parent signature] 1. The name of the affected person 2. Date and time of occurrence 3. Description of event 4. Actions taken by whom 5. Signatures of staff 6. Parent signature Safety [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, an incident report was reviewed and found to be missing the required parent signature. This omission indicates non-compliance with documentation requirements for incident reporting procedures. Technical assistance was provided to facility staff regarding proper incident report completion and parent notification protocols. The facility shall ensure that all incident reports are signed by parents or guardians to confirm receipt and acknowledgment of reported incidents involving their children.
- Correction status
- Due by October 15, 2025
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 33 - Accident/Incident Reports Complete (Articles XIII.B and XV.E)
- Official code
- 33-03
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
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 explain the current process for warming infant bottles to ensure temperatures remain safe for the children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from a March 2026 inspection indicate that a device used for warming infant formula reached a temperature exceeding 120 degrees Fahrenheit. This question helps confirm that current practices prioritize safe heating standards for infants.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your procedure for ensuring that all incident reports are fully completed and signed by parents?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from September 2025 noted an instance where an incident report was missing a required parent signature. Asking about this process helps parents understand how the center ensures clear communication and proper documentation for any accidents.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How does the center manage staffing coverage to ensure ratios are maintained when a teacher needs to step away from the classroom?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from September 2025 show a finding where staffing ratios were briefly exceeded in a classroom. This question allows the director to explain the current protocols for using floater staff or relief coverage to keep ratios consistent.
- Context
- The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
General question
How do you communicate with families regarding daily routines and any updates to center policies?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Understanding how the center keeps families informed helps parents feel confident about the transparency and reliability of daily communication.
General question
What training do staff members receive regarding classroom supervision and safety protocols?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Learning about staff training programs provides insight into how the center prepares its team to maintain a consistent and attentive environment for all children.