Facility staff person or employee requiring screening did not have current Level 2 clearance to work with children and was working/assisting at the facility while children were present. Background Screening [SR]
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Facility staff person requiring screening did not have current Level 2 clearance to work with children and was working at the facility while children were present (supervising children in the Lions classroom). PERSONNEL RECORDS
Correction status
Due by March 16, 2026
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PERSONNEL - 62 - Local, State, Federal Check (Article VII.A, and F)
A staff member who had not completed all pre-service training requirements was allowed unsupervised contact or care of children. (Section 18.1) General Requirements [SR]
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Staff have not completed School Readiness Preservice trainings. See supplemental page.
Correction status
Due by December 29, 2025
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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)
A staff member who had not completed all pre-service training requirements was allowed unsupervised contact or care of children. (Section 18.1) General Requirements [SR]
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School Readiness Preservice trainings were not completed prior to supervising children in care.
Correction status
Due by December 3, 2025
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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
06-18
Medium concern: Staff training
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Documentation of the in-service training was not recorded on CF-FSP Form 5268 or an equivalent form for staff. (Section 18.6, numbers 5 and 6) Personnel Records [SR]
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There was no documentation in some staff files that in-service training for the period of 2024-2025 was completed. See supplemental sheet.
The wall in the [2 & 3 year old] room was not in good repair as evidenced by [peeling paint]. Physical Facility [SR]
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It was noticeable that the walls in the 2- and 3-year-old classroom were peeling. Other areas in the property needs to be improved either by painting or cleaning.
Correction status
Due by August 15, 2025
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 15 - Floor, Walls, and Ceiling Good Repair (Article X.A)
Official code
15-02
Higher concern: Child guidance
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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." Personnel Records [SR]
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A staff member did not have a signed Child Abuse and Neglect Statement in her file.
The personnel record for staff did not include verification that ten hours of annual in-service training had been completed during the fiscal year ending June 30. Personnel Records [SR]
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Some staff members at the facility did not have record of the 10 hours of annual in-service trainings required.
The facility failed to submit a complete renewal application at least 45 days before expiration of the current license.
Correction / follow-up note
Article IV.A.8. Unless revoked or surrendered, all licenses or certificates of compliance or certificates of substantial compliance shall expire December 31st of each year. All applications for renewal for the following calendar year must be completed and filed with the Department no later than November 1st of the current year. The application was received on 11/6/2024 The violation was cleared and corrected at the time of the inspection.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 02 - Licensed Facility (Article IV.A, and E)
The wall in the [VPK bathroom] room was not in good repair as evidenced by [ceiling tile missing]. (Section 10, number 1) Physical Facility [SR]
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The VPK bathroom popcorn ceiling pieces were missing and in dis-repair. Also wall near sink area was damaged.
Correction status
Due by September 19, 2024
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 15 - Floor, Walls, and Ceiling Good Repair (Article X.A) (Article X.A) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10 Physical Environment, Pages 22-23)
Official code
15-02
Low concern: Administrative posting
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A safety deficiency having a low potential for harm to the children in care was observed. (Section 10, numbers 1-11) Physical Facility [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
A commercial refrigerator located in the hallway outside the Pre-K 3 classroom was unlocked. Maintenance was able to obtain the key and lock the refrigerator which should be locked at all times in order to prevent children from accessing the device.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 15 - Floor, Walls, and Ceiling Good Repair (Article X.A) (Article X.A) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10 Physical Environment, Pages 22-23)
The facility did not have verification of a current and approved annual fire inspection. Inspection and approval was required as of [9/11/23 (FIRE)]. 1. Ambulance 2. Fire 3. Police 4. Regional and National Poison Control 5. Florida Abuse Hotline 6. Palm Beach County Health Department (Section 14.2, number 1) Safety [SR]
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The facility did not pass most recent fire inspection dated 9/11/23. Re-inspection date 10/20/23
Correction status
Due by October 20, 2023
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 28 - Fire Drills/Fire Plan/Fire Inspection (Articles X.A, F and XV.E) (Articles X.A, F and XV.E) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 14 Fire Safety and Emergency Preparedness and Response, Pages 32-34)
Official code
28-06
Higher concern: Transportation
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Individual, factory-installed or other approved child restraint was not provided in vehicles owned by the facility and designated for the transportation of children. (Section 6.1, number 2) Transportation [SR]
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One factory-installed seat belt was broken: the device that the seat belt snaps into, was missing. Reinspection Date 10/20/2023
Correction status
Due by October 20, 2023
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TRANSPORTATION - 80 - Vehicle/Child Restraint (Article XVII.A and B) (Article XVII.A and B) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 6 Transportation, Pages 17-19)
Peeling paint was observed on the surface of the [Merry - go - Round (Blue & Red), Red Tunnel, Bouncer (red and blue), Sliding Board ( yellow and blue)] in the outdoor area.
Inspector notes
Observed playground equipment with peeling paint: Merry go round red and one blue) Bouncer ( red and blue) Sliding Board ( yellow and blue)
Correction status
Due by June 23, 2023
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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
31-13
Medium concern: Health or food records
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The personnel record for staff did not include a statement that he/she was free of tuberculosis in a communicable stage as indicated by an approved TB risk assessment, skin test or chest X-ray.
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Staff member As TB statement expired 5-10-23
Correction status
Due by June 23, 2023
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PERSONNEL - 64 - Proof of Risk Assessment Completed/Negative TB Test (Article XV.D) (Article XV.D)
Official code
64-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
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The personnel record for staff did not include a current statement attesting that he/she was physically qualified to care for children.
Hot running water was not available in the [Older 2 & 3 year old] hand washing area. (Section 17.1, number 1) (Section 12.3, number 1) General Requirements [SR]
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Diaper changing area did not have hot water for staff to wash their hands after diapering a 2 year old.
Correction status
Due by April 28, 2023
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 10 - Proper Hand Washing (Articles X.D) (Articles X.D) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10.6 Bathrooms and Sinks, Page 25)
Official code
10-08
Low concern: Administrative posting
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The wall in the [Older 2s and 3s] room was not in good repair as evidenced by [peeling paint]. (Section 10, number 1) Physical Facility [SR]
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Bathroom had peeling white paint on the wall.
Correction status
Due by April 28, 2023
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 15 - Floor, Walls, and Ceiling Good Repair (Article X.A) (Article X.A) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10 Physical Environment, Pages 22-23)
Official code
15-02
Low concern: Administrative posting
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The following area(s) of the facility was/were not clean: [A/C Vents]. (Section 10, number 1) Physical Facility [SR]
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Air conditioning vents throughout the facility were in need of sanitization
Children received and present in the program were not signed in as required.
Correction / follow-up note
Observed Sign in sheet for March 2023 for 15 children. Three children not signed in. Corrected at time of inspection.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 34 - Daily Attendance Log (Article XV.E) (Article XV.E) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 19.3 Record Keeping/Attendance, Page 48)
Official code
34-05
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
How does the center ensure that all staff members have the required background screening clearance before they begin working with children?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from a March 2026 inspection show a finding regarding a staff member working without current background screening clearance. This question helps clarify the current process for verifying staff eligibility.
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Finding-specific
What steps are taken to ensure that all staff members complete their required training before they are left to supervise children?
Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from December 2025 noted that a staff member was allowed to supervise children before completing all required pre-service training. This question helps parents understand how the facility monitors staff training status.
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Finding-specific
Can you describe the process for documenting and tracking the annual in-service training hours for your teaching staff?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records from 2025 show multiple instances where documentation of annual in-service training was missing for some staff members. This question helps confirm that the facility now has a reliable system for tracking these requirements.
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Finding-specific
What is your process for reviewing and maintaining the physical condition of the classrooms and common areas?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from several inspections between 2024 and 2025 mention findings related to facility maintenance, such as wall repairs. This question helps parents understand how the center proactively manages building upkeep.
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General question
How do you communicate with families about daily routines and any changes in classroom staffing or supervision?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Clear communication regarding daily operations and staffing helps parents feel more connected to the care their child receives. This question helps families understand the center's approach to transparency and parent engagement.