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International Kids Zone

8289 Okeechobee Blvd, West Palm Beach, FL 33411

License:
C15PB0241
Type:
Child Care Facility
Status:
Licensed
Records checked:
July 11, 2026
Additional info
Programs and services:
School Readiness, VPK, After School, Food Served, Full Day, Infant Care, Transportation
Hours:
Mon-Fri: 7:00AM to 5:45PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
Capacity:
177
License expiration:
December 31, 2026

Typical cost: Not available for Palm Beach County.

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Inspection snapshot

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Latest inspectionJune 23, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsJune 23, 2026

Summary

This summary covers 14 available inspections for International Kids Zone from April 20, 2023 through June 23, 2026.

Six inspections recorded violations, with 20 recorded violations in total.

The most recent recorded violation was on April 2, 2026 and involved recordkeeping, with a due date of April 13, 2026.

Medication was a higher-concern topic that showed up in one inspection.

Two later inspections, from April 23, 2026 through June 23, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.

At a glance

Total inspections
14

6 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
20

1 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
8

0 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
1

Last 36 months

Local comparison

14 total inspections vs 8 local median in 33411

Compared to 31 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
1.43
Local median
1.33

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
36%
Local median
27%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
43%
Local median
43%

Repeated topics

This provider
1
Local average
2.97

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.

Low concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
The license holder did not maintain required Florida Worker's Compensation insurance.
Report comments
The Workers Compensation insurance on file expired on 3/31/2026. A reminder e-mail for submission of an updated insurance was sent on 2/18/2026. Technical Assistance: A current Workers Compensation insurance must be maintained and available for review at all times.
Correction status
Due by April 13, 2026
More details
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 01 - Insurance (Article IV.B)
Official code
01-05
Low concern: Administrative posting
Report finding
The wall in the [Pre-k2] room was not in good repair as evidenced by [Peeling paint]. Physical Facility [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of the inspection, observed peeling paint on the room of Pre-k2
Correction status
Due by July 8, 2025
More details
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 15 - Floor, Walls, and Ceiling Good Repair (Article X.A)
Official code
15-02
Low concern: Administrative posting
Report finding
The ceiling of the [pre-k 4 and 5 year old] room was not in good repair as evidenced by [brown stain in the ceilling ]. Physical Facility [SR]
Inspector notes
Observed brown ceiling stain in the restroom of Pre-K 4 and 5
Correction status
Due by July 8, 2025
More details
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 15 - Floor, Walls, and Ceiling Good Repair (Article X.A)
Official code
15-05
Higher concern: Medication
Report finding
The facility's record for medication dispensed did not include a written request signed by a parent or guardian specifying the time, amount of dosage and the name of the medication to be given. Medication [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of the inspection, observed a ointment cream without a Witten note of how to apply it.
Correction status
Due by July 8, 2025
More details
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FOOD AND NUTRITION - 50 - Written Medication Authorization (Article XIII.C)
Official code
50-02
Higher concern: Supervision
Report finding
One or more children were not adequately supervised in that [child jumped off shelf and lost finger tip], which posed an imminent threat to a child, and could or did result in death or serious harm to the health, safety or well-being of a child. (Section 5, numbers 1 - 17) General Requirements [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
M.J.(VPK Teacher) was not paying attention to child standing on shelf in classroom. Child's finger got tangled on strings for blinds, so when child fell off shelf his finger tip was cut off. CORRECTIVE ACTION: Director reviewed list with all staff members on how to correctly provide direct supervision of children. All staff members acknowledged this list by signing their names.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 06 - Direct Supervision (Articles VII.B; VIII.C; X.E and XII.G) (Articles VII.B; VIII.C; X.E and XII.G) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 5 Supervision, Pages 16-17)
Official code
06-13
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Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
The facility did not have verification of a fire drill conducted using an alternate route during the program year. Safety [SR]
Report comments
No fire drill using an alternate route TA: Fire drills should be documented using a primary and an alternate route
Correction status
Due by August 30, 2023
More details
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 28 - Fire Drills/Fire Plan/Fire Inspection (Articles X.A, F and XV.E)
Official code
28-07
Low concern: Administrative posting
Report finding
The facility failed to have an emergency evacuation plan that included a diagram of safe evacuation routes. Safety [SR]
Report comments
At the time of the inspection, the emergency evacuation plan for the Young 2's classrooms was not posted. Completed at the time of the inspection. TA; Emergency evacuation diagram should be posted for each room.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 30 - Emergency Response Plan (Articles X.F and XV.E)
Official code
30-01
Low concern: Administrative posting
Report finding
The facility did not conduct emergency drills listed in the emergency preparedness plan at least annually. Safety [SR]
Report comments
Emergency preparedness drill has not been conducted for the school year TA: Emergency drills should be done and documented, one drill per event, for the school year
Correction status
Due by September 21, 2023
More details
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 30 - Emergency Response Plan (Articles X.F and XV.E)
Official code
30-10
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
Report finding
Child(ren) released to parent/guardian was/were not signed out by an authorized person.
Report comments
Two children did not sign out on 8/2/23 and 8/8/23 TA: Children must be sign out by authorized person
Correction status
Due by August 31, 2023
More details
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 34 - Daily Attendance Log (Article XV.E)
Official code
34-04
Low concern: Administrative posting
Report finding
A staffing ratio of [2] for the children age [7 infants (0-12 months)] is the minimum required. There was/were [one] staff for [7] children aged [zero to 12 months old] observed. General Requirements [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
At the time of the inspection in the infant room it was observed 7 infants, one staff TA: A staffing of 2 per 7 infants is required to be maintained at all times, general requirements (SR) Corrected at the time of the inspection
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 05 - Staff Ratio (Articles VIII.B, C, and XVIII.A, B)
Official code
05-01
Low concern: Administrative posting
Report finding
Improper storage of unnecessary materials/equipment was observed as evidenced by [a large open trash bag was at the youngest 2's bathroom].
Correction / follow-up note
A large trash bag filled with used classroom materials , a broom and a ladder, was observed at the Young 2's classroom TA: Trash bags, brooms, and ladder; should be keep away from children access. Corrected at the time of the inspection
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 16 - Storage (Article X.A and C)
Official code
16-04
Higher concern: Hazardous access
Report finding
The facility failed to keep all cleaning supplies inaccessible to children; [a Lysol spray, a bottle of bleach water solution] was observed [in bottom cabinet near the changing table in the 3's years old classroom], a location accessible to children. Safety [SR]
Report comments
The facility fail to lock away some cleaning, disinfectant supply's like a Lysol bottle, a bleach water solution bottle, easy to reach by children on the bottom cabinet near changing table at the 3's years old classroom TA: All potentially harmful items including cleaning supplies, flammable products, poisonous, toxic, or hazardous materials and other potentially poisonous or dangerous supplies shall be plainly labeled. Any product that bears a warning on the label KEEP OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN Resolved at time of the inspection
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 36 - Toxic/Hazardous Items (Article X.A)
Official code
36-01
Low concern: Administrative posting
Report finding
Exit areas were not kept clear of all obstructions. Safety [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of the inspection it was observed in the 2's and 1 's ( two different classrooms); a child napping obstructing the exit door TA: Exit areas must remain clear in accordance with fire safety regulations Resolved at the time of inspection
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 38 - Furniture/Bedding (Articles X.A, C; XII.I and XV.E)
Official code
38-12
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Low concern: Administrative posting
Report finding
The wall in the [infant /vpk] room was not in good repair as evidenced by [Peeling paint]. Physical Facility [SR]
Inspector notes
Observed peeling paint in several classrooms throughout the facility. Technical assistance was provided to director to prevent any future hazards
Correction status
Due by May 22, 2023
More details
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 15 - Floor, Walls, and Ceiling Good Repair (Article X.A)
Official code
15-02
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: [signtaures of parents ] 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]
Inspector notes
Observed incident/ accident reports that did not include the signature of the parent. Technical assistance was provided to ensure parents received a copy and they are aware of what transpired at the facility
Correction status
Due by May 22, 2023
More details
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 33 - Accident/Incident Reports Complete (Articles XIII.B and XV.E)
Official code
33-03
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
Report finding
Child(ren) released to parent/guardian was/were not signed out by an authorized person.
Inspector notes
Observed at the time of the inspection children were not signed out. Technical assistance was given to the provider to explain the importance of children being signed out
Correction status
Due by May 4, 2023
More details
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 34 - Daily Attendance Log (Article XV.E)
Official code
34-04
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
Report finding
Children received and present in the program were not signed in as required.
Inspector notes
Observed at the time of the inspection children were not signed in. Technical assistance was given to ensure the children are signed in as they arrive to the center see supplemental for name
Correction status
Due by May 5, 2023
More details
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 34 - Daily Attendance Log (Article XV.E)
Official code
34-05
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
Report finding
The sign in or sign out record did not include the time the child was received or released. Safety [SR]
Inspector notes
Observed at the time of the inspection several children were missing the time they enter and departed the facility Technical assistance was given to ensure the time are recorded on the log See supplemental for full names
Correction status
Due by May 5, 2023
More details
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 34 - Daily Attendance Log (Article XV.E)
Official code
34-06
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
Bottles of formula/beverage were not labeled with the individual childs name. Food And Nutrition [SR]
Inspector notes
Observed two bottles in the infant classroom that were not labeled The operator made corrections by labeling the bottle at the time of the inspection. Technical assistance was given to the provider to ensure each child has there bottles
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
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FOOD AND NUTRITION - 45 - Bottles Capped and Labeled (Article XII.G)
Official code
45-01
Higher concern: Transportation
Report finding
The vehicle(s) used by the facility to transport children did not have the facility's name on each side panel in six- to eight-inch letters.
Inspector notes
Observed at the time of the inspection the vehicle did not have the facility's name or logo on either side of the van. Vehicle tag is #99 HLZ Technical assistance was provided to ensure others are able to identify the vehicle while transporting children at all times . The director had one panel but they did not have two.
Correction status
Due by May 12, 2023
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TRANSPORTATION - 80 - Vehicle/Child Restraint (Article XVII.A and B)
Official code
80-01

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 current process for ensuring that all medication authorization forms are complete and signed before any staff member administers a dose?

Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from June 2025 noted an instance where medication was present without the required written parental authorization. Asking about current procedures helps clarify how the center ensures all necessary documentation is in place for child health needs.
Related violations
Finding-specific

What steps have been taken to enhance staff training and supervision practices to ensure children are always closely monitored during activities?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from a 2024 inspection report mention a concern regarding supervision. This question allows the director to explain the training and oversight measures currently in place to keep children safe.
Context
The provider addressed this at the time of the inspection by reviewing supervision protocols with all staff.
Related violations
Finding-specific

How does the center ensure that all cleaning supplies and hazardous materials are stored securely and kept out of reach of children throughout the day?

Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report previously identified an issue with the accessibility of cleaning supplies. Asking about current storage practices helps parents understand how the facility maintains a secure environment.
Context
This was resolved at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific

Can you walk me through your daily attendance and sign-out procedures to ensure every child is accounted for during pickup?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records from 2023 noted that some children were not signed out by an authorized person. This question helps clarify the current accountability process for child release.
Related violations
Finding-specific

How do you manage administrative requirements, such as maintaining current insurance and facility documentation, to ensure everything is always up to date?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records show that administrative posting topics, including insurance and facility maintenance, have appeared in multiple inspection reports over the last few years. This question invites the director to explain how they stay organized with these regulatory requirements.
Context
A later inspection in June 2026 was completed with no violations.
Related violations