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Orthodox Zion Child Development Center

2900 N Australian Ave, West Palm Beach, FL 33407

License:
C15PB0226
Type:
Child Care Facility
Status:
Licensed
Records checked:
July 11, 2026
Additional info
Programs and services:
Gold Seal, School Readiness, VPK, After School, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Transportation
Hours:
Mon-Tue: 7:00AM to 5:30PM; Wed-Fri: 7:30AM to 5:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
Capacity:
99
License expiration:
December 31, 2026

Typical cost: Not available for Palm Beach County.

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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 inspectionFebruary 3, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsFebruary 3, 2026

Summary

This summary covers 10 available inspections for Orthodox Zion Child Development Center from March 6, 2023 through February 3, 2026.

Four inspections recorded violations, with 12 recorded violations in total.

The most recent higher-concern violation was on August 20, 2025 and involved child guidance.

That higher-concern topic showed up in two inspections.

Two later inspections, from November 14, 2025 through February 3, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.

At a glance

Total inspections
10

3 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
12

2 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
4

1 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
3

Last 36 months

Local comparison

10 total inspections vs 11 local median in 33407

Compared to 23 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
1.2
Local median
0.9

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
30%
Local median
20%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
40%
Local median
40%

Repeated topics

This provider
3
Local average
2.52

Repeated topics

Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.

Inspection history

Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.

View official report
Higher concern: Child guidance
Report finding
There was no written verification on file that staff had received a copy of the facility's disciplinary policy.
Report comments
Correction: On 8/21/2025, the Director emailed a copy of the school disciplinary policy practices signed by 7 staffs on 8/20/2025.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 09 - Discipline (Article IX.C) (Article IX.C) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 9 Child Discipline, Pages 21-22)
Official code
09-05
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
The facility's first aid kit did not contain the following item(s): [soap] 1. Soap; Band-Aids or equivalent 2. Sterile gauze squares and rolls 3. Cotton balls or applicators 4. Adhesive tape 5. Thermometer 6. Tweezers 7. Blunt tipped scissors 8. Pre-moistened wipes 9. A minimum of 2 medical examination gloves in a puncture proof protector 10. A current resource guide on first aid and CPR procedures (Section 13.5) Safety [SR]
Inspector notes
Soap was missing in the first aid kit in the vans. Correction: Observed the provider added soap to the first aid kit.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 32 - First Aid Supplies Complete with Manual (Article XIII.A) (Article XIII.A) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 13.4 First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Pages 31-32)
Official code
32-03
View official report
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The facility failed to provide a ground cover or other protective surface under the [monkey bars] to reduce the incidence of injuries to children in the event of falls. (Section 11.2, number 3) Safety [SR]
Report comments
No protective fall surface at the monkey bars TA: A resilience fall surface should be established on the fall zones, to prevent or reduce incidents or injuries
Correction status
Due by October 11, 2023
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 31 - Play Equipment (Article X.A, and H) (Article X.A, and H) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 11 Equipment and Furnishings, Pages 26-27)
Official code
31-03
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The facility failed to maintain the ground cover/other protective surface under the [monkey bars] to reduce the incidence of injuries to children in the event of falls. (Section 11.2, number 3) Safety [SR]
Inspector notes
The protective fall surface at the monkey bars was not maintained in that the mulch observed were not 6 inches in depth and there were areas that exposed the bare ground. TA: A resilience fall surface should be established on the fall zones, to prevent or reduce incidents or injuries
Correction status
Due by October 11, 2023
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 31 - Play Equipment (Article X.A, and H) (Article X.A, and H) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 11 Equipment and Furnishings, Pages 26-27)
Official code
31-04
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
The facility did not have verification that at least one person on staff had current Food Manager's Certification when food was being prepared or served
Report comments
The only person with the Food Manager's certification is been away from the school from (10/2/23- to 10/4/23) Mrs. AC, certification expires on 9/27 TA: A person with a food manager's certification should be in the facility while serving food
Correction status
Due by November 2, 2023
More details
Report section
FOOD AND NUTRITION - 46 - Food Handling (Articles XI; XV.E and Chapter 64E-11 FAC) (Articles XI; XV.E and Chapter 64E-11 FAC) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 17.1 Food Preparation Area and Section 17.2 Food Storage, Pages 37-38)
Official code
46-01
Higher concern: Background screening
Report finding
The personnel record for staff did not include a signed "Affidavit of Good Moral Character".
Report comments
No on file for AC TA: Affidavit of good moral should be kept on file and renewed every 12 months
Correction status
Due by November 2, 2023
More details
Report section
PERSONNEL - 60 - Good Moral Character Affidavit (Article VII.A) (Article VII.A)
Official code
60-01
Higher concern: Child guidance
Report finding
The personnel record for staff did not include a statement that they read or had read to them and understood the contents of the pamphlet "Child Abuse and Neglect in Florida, A Guide for Professionals." (Section 19.4, number 3) Personnel Records [SR]
Report comments
No statement on file for AC
Correction status
Due by November 2, 2023
More details
Report section
PERSONNEL - 68 - Child Abuse/Neglect Statement (Article VI.I) (Article VI.I) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 19.4 Record Keeping/Personnel Records, Page 48)
Official code
68-01
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Low concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
The facility failed to post the date, time and location of the field trip in a conspicuous location at least two working days prior to the trip. Safety [SR]
Report comments
At the time of the inspection there was no notification on a field trip taking place on Tuesday 7/11; and Wednesday 7/12 Completed at the time of the inspection TA: A posted sign indicating the date, location, departure, and arrival time of each field trip should be posted in a conspicuous place, 2 days prior to the field trip
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 35 - Field Trips and Swimming Activities (Articles XV.E and XVIII.A, B)
Official code
35-03
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
Meal and snack menus were not dated.
Report comments
At the time of the inspection, Menus were not dated Completed at the time of the inspection: By director rewriting the menus and adding the current month and dates on the menu TA: Menus should have current dates
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
FOOD AND NUTRITION - 44 - Menu Posted/Filed (Article XII.F)
Official code
44-02
Higher concern: Background screening
Report finding
The personnel record for staff did not include a signed "Affidavit of Good Moral Character".
Report comments
Affidavit of good moral no current for staff DB (expired Sep 2022) Completed at the time of the inspection TA: Affidavit of good moral should be maintained current and signed every calendar year
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
PERSONNEL - 60 - Good Moral Character Affidavit (Article VII.A)
Official code
60-01
View official report
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
The facility did not have a current (valid for two years) Form 3040, Student Health Examination, on file. Childrens Records [SR]
Report comments
no current for student ER
Correction status
Due by April 6, 2023
More details
Report section
PERSONNEL - 75 - Physical Examination (Form 3040) (Article XV.C)
Official code
75-04
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
The facility did not have a current Form 680, Florida Certificate of Immunization, or Form 681 on file. Childrens Records [SR]
Report comments
current Immunization missing for student ER, CM
Correction status
Due by April 6, 2023
More details
Report section
PERSONNEL - 76 - Immunization Current (Form 680) (Article XV.C)
Official code
76-01

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

Could you describe the process for ensuring all staff members are fully informed about the center's disciplinary policies?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from an August 2025 inspection show that written verification of staff receiving the disciplinary policy was not on file, though the issue was corrected at the time.
Context
The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific

How do you maintain and track personnel records to ensure all required background and character documentation is current?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records from 2023 indicate multiple instances where required personnel documentation, such as affidavits of good moral character, were not on file or had expired.
Related violations
Finding-specific

What is your current process for keeping first aid supplies fully stocked and organized?

Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from August 2025 noted that the first aid kit was missing several required items, which was addressed during the visit.
Context
The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific

How do you ensure that staff members responsible for food preparation maintain current certifications?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from 2023 show findings related to food manager certification verification and menu documentation.
Related violations
General question

What is your approach to daily communication with parents regarding classroom routines and activities?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Understanding how the center communicates daily activities helps families feel connected to their child's experience and ensures they are informed about routine changes.