Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 2.23
- Local median
- 0.73
Paradise Learning Center, LLC.
1845 Lake Worth Rd, Lake Worth Beach, FL 33461-4242
- License:
- C15PB0269
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 11, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, VPK, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 44
- 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 inspectionJune 26, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsJune 26, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 30 available inspections for Paradise Learning Center, LLC. from February 10, 2023 through June 26, 2026.
16 inspections recorded violations, with 67 recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on May 22, 2026 and involved staff training, with a due date of June 23, 2026.
Supervision was a higher-concern topic that 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
- 30
- Recorded violations
- 67
- Higher-concern violations
- 16
- Repeated topics
- 9
13 in last 12 months
33 in last 12 months
10 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
30 total inspections vs 10 local median in 33461
Compared to 17 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 23%
- Local median
- 20%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 53%
- Local median
- 33%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 9
- Local average
- 1.35
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Staff training
Appeared across 9 inspections, with 14 recorded violations.
December 17, 2024December 27, 2024July 14, 2025October 29, 2025November 14, 2025December 12, 2025March 10, 2026April 9, 2026May 22, 2026Administrative posting
Appeared across 7 inspections, with 18 recorded violations.
December 3, 2024December 17, 2024January 9, 2025July 14, 2025July 28, 2025October 29, 2025March 10, 2026Equipment or readiness
Appeared across 4 inspections, with 5 recorded violations.
February 12, 2024December 17, 2024July 14, 2025October 29, 2025Sleep safety
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
December 17, 2024July 14, 2025July 28, 2025Supervision
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
October 29, 2025December 12, 2025March 10, 2026Attendance accountability
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
December 17, 2024July 14, 2025Hazardous access
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 6 recorded violations.
December 17, 2024July 14, 2025Health or food records
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 7 recorded violations.
May 21, 2024December 17, 2024Facility condition
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
December 17, 2024July 14, 2025Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- There are staff who failed to begin the Department's required 40-hour introductory child care training within 90 days of employment or complete the training within one year.
- Inspector notes
- 66-03: Staff EF was observed in the classroom at nap time while the children in care nap. By reviewing his DCF transcript, he has completed the required modules but has yet to take the state board tests. 66-04: Staff EF completed the training course, early literacy and language development in children on 4/27/2026. Hence this standard/requirement has been met.
- Correction status
- Due by June 23, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PERSONNEL - 66 - Training Requirements (Articles VI and XV.D; 65C-22 F.A.C.)
- Official code
- 66-03
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- There are staff who failed to begin the Department's required 40-hour introductory child care training within 90 days of employment or complete the training within one year.
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection on 3/10/2026, staff E.F (date of hire 8/1/2022) was seen interacting/ supervising children. His DCF transcript was monitored. It shows that Part I and Part II of the 40-hour introductory child care training are marked as No. As of 4/9/2026, staff E.F DCF transcript was monitored. He still has not completed his 40-hour introductory child care trainings. He was at the facility at the time of the inspection supervising children.
- Correction status
- Due by May 11, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PERSONNEL - 66 - Training Requirements (Articles VI and XV.D; 65C-22 F.A.C.)
- Official code
- 66-03
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- There are staff employed for at least 12 months who failed to complete the 5-clock hours or .5 CEU training in early literacy and language development of children.
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection 3/10/2026, staff E.F (date of hire 8/1/2022) was seen interacting/ supervising children. His DCF transcript was then monitored, and he had not completed 5-clock hours training in early literacy and language development of children. As of 4/9/2026, his DCF transcript shows his training start date for this course was 3/19/2026 with no training completion date. He was seen at the facility supervising/teaching children
- Correction status
- Due by May 11, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PERSONNEL - 66 - Training Requirements (Articles VI and XV.D; 65C-22 F.A.C.)
- Official code
- 66-04
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- 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]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, staff E.F (date of hire 8/1/2022) was seen twice carrying children from the classroom to the control point/lobby, handing over the children to their parents for departure. His DCF transcript was monitored, and he had only started one School readiness preservice training (Child Development in the School Readiness Program).
- Correction status
- Due by March 20, 2026
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
- 06-18
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- An exit that did not open onto a safe, protected area lacked an operable, audible alert mechanism that sounded when the door was opened.
- Report comments
- The alert mechanism on the door of the control point was not functional at the time of the inspection. This door open into an unprotected space.
- Correction status
- Due by March 20, 2026
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 39 - Audible Alert Mechanism (Article X.A) (Article X.A)
- Official code
- 39-01
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- There are staff who failed to begin the Department's required 40-hour introductory child care training within 90 days of employment or complete the training within one year.
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, staff E.F (date of hire 8/1/2022) was seen twice carrying children from the classroom to the control point/lobby, handing over the children to their parents for departure. His DCF transcript was monitored. It shows that Part I and Part II of the 40-hour introductory child care training are marked as No. Be advised that 40-hour introductory training must begin within 90 days of hire and not go beyond 15 months to complete.
- Correction status
- Due by April 8, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PERSONNEL - 66 - Training Requirements (Articles VI and XV.D; 65C-22 F.A.C.) (Articles VI and XV.D; 65C-22 F.A.C.) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 18 Training Requirements, Pages 26-27)
- Official code
- 66-03
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- There are staff employed for at least 12 months who failed to complete the 5-clock hours or .5 CEU training in early literacy and language development of children.
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, staff E.F (date of hire 8/1/2022) was seen twice carrying children from the classroom to the control point/lobby, handing over the children to their parents for departure. His DCF transcript was monitored. It shows that Early Literacy 5 Hour training complete is marked as No.
- Correction status
- Due by April 8, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PERSONNEL - 66 - Training Requirements (Articles VI and XV.D; 65C-22 F.A.C.) (Articles VI and XV.D; 65C-22 F.A.C.) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 18 Training Requirements, Pages 26-27)
- Official code
- 66-04
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- 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]
- Report comments
- Staff E.F is still without school readiness preservice.
- Correction status
- Due by December 22, 2025
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
- 06-18
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- There are staff who failed to begin the Department's required 40-hour introductory child care training within 90 days of employment or complete the training within one year.
- Report comments
- Staff E.F has not completed his 40-hour introductory training.
- Correction status
- Due by January 12, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PERSONNEL - 66 - Training Requirements (Articles VI and XV.D; 65C-22 F.A.C.) (Articles VI and XV.D; 65C-22 F.A.C.) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 18 Training Requirements, Pages 26-27)
- Official code
- 66-03
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The person responsible for the daily operation of the child care facility had no documentation of a Director Credential.
- Report comments
- As of 11/14/2025, the facility is without a director. CHILDREN’S RECORDS
- Correction status
- Due by December 15, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PERSONNEL - 70 - Sufficient Credentialed Staff - Credentialed Staff On-site - Minimum Time Met (Article VI. E and H; VIII.A) (Article VI. E and H; VIII.A)
- Official code
- 70-02
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- 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]
- Inspector notes
- Staff, Effrard F (date of hire 8/1/2022), was observed to be supervising children at the time of the inspection without pre-service training.
- Correction status
- Due by December 1, 2025
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
- 06-18
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The following equipment and/or toys were not safe: [chains that are a apart of the swings] as evidenced by [rust covering the chains.]. (Section 11.1, number 2) (Section 11.2, numbers 2 and 4) Safety [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, there were 4 swings. Two seats were blue and the other 2 were red. The chains for the swings were dark red and black.
- Correction status
- Due by December 1, 2025
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
- 31-09
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- An exit that did not open onto a safe, protected area lacked an operable, audible alert mechanism that sounded when the door was opened.
- Report comments
- The entrance and exit door of the facility did not have an operable, audible alert on the door.
- Correction status
- Due by November 7, 2025
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 39 - Audible Alert Mechanism (Article X.A) (Article X.A)
- Official code
- 39-01
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- There are staff who failed to begin the Department's required 40-hour introductory child care training within 90 days of employment or complete the training within one year.
- Report comments
- Staff, Effrard F. (date of hire 8/1/2022), has not completed training requirements prior to unsupervised contact with children. At the time of the inspection, he was seen supervising kids.
- Correction status
- Due by December 1, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PERSONNEL - 66 - Training Requirements (Articles VI and XV.D; 65C-22 F.A.C.) (Articles VI and XV.D; 65C-22 F.A.C.) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 18 Training Requirements, Pages 26-27)
- Official code
- 66-03
No recorded violations in this report
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The facility failed to provide sufficient lighting equivalent to 50 foot candles on work surfaces while the room was used for instruction in the [0 Candle foot o lightning during nap time. Children must have a minimum of 20 candle foot of lightning during nap time.] area. Physical Facility [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Noncompliance Comment: At time of inspection observed: 0 Candle foot o lightning during nap time. Children must have a minimum of 20 candle foot of lightning during nap time.
- Correction status
- Due by August 19, 2025
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 22 - Physical Facility: Lighting, Temperature, Ventilation (Article X.A)
- Official code
- 22-03
Higher concern: Sleep safety
- Report finding
- The facility did not maintain a minimum distance of 18 inches around individual napping spaces. Safety [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Noncompliance Comment: Facility did not maintain a minimum distance of 18" inches around individual napping spaces. Compliance Comment: At time of inspection observed Children's cots with children's names.
- Correction status
- Due by August 19, 2025
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 38 - Furniture/Bedding (Articles X.A, C; XII.I and XV.E)
- Official code
- 38-19
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Soap was not available in the [in two children's restrooms.] hand washing area. General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Noncompliance Description: At time of inspection observed No soap available in two children's restrooms.
- Correction status
- Due by July 28, 2025
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 10 - Proper Hand Washing (Articles X.D)
- Official code
- 10-05
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The container for soiled disposable diapers was not plastic-lined and securely covered. General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Not compliance comment: At time of inspection observed; Diaper changing station trash can, missing lid.
- Correction status
- Due by July 28, 2025
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 11 - Diaper Changing Area (Articles VIII.C and X.G)
- Official code
- 11-08
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- Improper storage of unnecessary materials/equipment was observed as evidenced by [White gate leaning against wall- 3 years old room].
- Inspector notes
- Noncompliance comment: At time of inspection observed; White gate leaning against wall- 3 years old room
- Correction status
- Due by July 28, 2025
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 16 - Storage (Article X.A and C)
- Official code
- 16-04
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The following interior areas of the facility were observed to not be clean and sanitary: [Boys' restroom at 4 years old classroom, has an odor]. Physical Facility [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Noncompliance comment: At time of inspection observed: Boys' restroom at 4 years old classroom, has an odor
- Correction status
- Due by July 28, 2025
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 18 - Premises Clean/Sanitary/in Good Repair (Article X.A)
- Official code
- 18-05
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- Evidence of current insect infestation was observed. Physical Facility [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Noncompliance comment: At time of inspection observed; Ants observed in the kitchen at handwashing sink and, on the wall, outside of the kitchen area.
- Correction status
- Due by July 28, 2025
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 18 - Premises Clean/Sanitary/in Good Repair (Article X.A)
- Official code
- 18-07
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The facility failed to provide sufficient lighting equivalent to 50 foot candles on work surfaces while the room was used for instruction in the [0 candle foot of lighting during nap time. Children must have a minimum of 20 candle foot of lighting during nap time] area. Physical Facility [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Noncompliance comment: At time of inspection observed; 0 candle foot of lighting during nap time. Children must have a minimum of 20 candle foot of lighting during nap time
- Correction status
- Due by July 28, 2025
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 22 - Physical Facility: Lighting, Temperature, Ventilation (Article X.A)
- Official code
- 22-03
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facility did not conduct a fire drill for the month(s) of [. Drills not conducted from January to July.]. Safety [SR]
- Report comments
- Noncompliance comment: Facility did not conduct fire drills for the months of January to July. Last Drill conducted on 12/16/2024, 3 staff, 20 children, 50 seconds to clear building.
- Correction status
- Due by July 28, 2025
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 28 - Fire Drills/Fire Plan/Fire Inspection (Articles X.A, F and XV.E)
- Official code
- 28-01
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The facility failed to maintain the ground cover/other protective surface under the [Swings, dome, slide] to reduce the incidence of injuries to children in the event of falls. Safety [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Fall zone surfacing, which is observed to be mulch, measured at 3 inches. Minimum fall zone surfacing is 6 inches around the equipment.
- Correction status
- Due by July 28, 2025
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 31 - Play Equipment (Article X.A, and H)
- Official code
- 31-04
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- The daily attendance log for the [all age groups, 3,4,5 years old] group was not completed to give real time information. Safety [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- No attendance log with real time. Provider provided the meal plan attendance, which did not provide real time. Attendance is required for each group, and must reflect real time attendance.
- Correction status
- Due by July 28, 2025
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 34 - Daily Attendance Log (Article XV.E)
- Official code
- 34-01
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- Child(ren) released to parent/guardian was/were not signed out by an authorized person.
- Inspector notes
- At time of inspection observed 12 children signed in on the sign in/out sheet, but 14 children were present at the facility.
- Correction status
- Due by July 28, 2025
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 34 - Daily Attendance Log (Article XV.E)
- Official code
- 34-04
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- The facility failed to keep all cleaning supplies inaccessible to children; [Cabinet with cleaning supplies was not locked and stored in higher side.] was observed [were in lower side of cabinet.], a location accessible to children. Safety [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Not compliance comment: At time of inspection observed Chemicals, fabuloso and bleach stored in lower cabinet unlocked- 4 years old room.
- Correction status
- Due by July 28, 2025
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 36 - Toxic/Hazardous Items (Article X.A)
- Official code
- 36-01
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- Staff purses or other personal items were observed accessible to children in the [Purse stored on shelving- 3 years old room across from office].
- Inspector notes
- Not compliance comment: At time of inspection observed; Staff purse accessible to children in care. Purse stored on shelving- 3 years old room across from office
- Correction status
- Due by July 28, 2025
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 36 - Toxic/Hazardous Items (Article X.A)
- Official code
- 36-07
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- The facility did not provide protective covers for electrical outlets within the childrens reach.
- Inspector notes
- Noncompliance comment: At time of inspection observed Outlets unprotected in the 3 years old rooms.
- Correction status
- Due by July 28, 2025
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 36 - Toxic/Hazardous Items (Article X.A)
- Official code
- 36-12
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The child care facility made bedding assignments but had no record for review.
- Inspector notes
- Noncompliance comment: At time of inspection observed: Children's Cots not labeled and hole in cots.
- Correction status
- Due by July 28, 2025
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 38 - Furniture/Bedding (Articles X.A, C; XII.I and XV.E)
- Official code
- 38-15
Higher concern: Sleep safety
- Report finding
- The facility did not maintain a minimum distance of 18 inches around individual napping spaces. Safety [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Noncompliance comment: At time of inspection observed: Children napping with less than 18 inches completely around, children napping cot against furniture.
- Correction status
- Due by July 28, 2025
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 38 - Furniture/Bedding (Articles X.A, C; XII.I and XV.E)
- Official code
- 38-19
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have at least one staff member present during all hours of operation with proof of current approved first aid certification. Personnel Records [SR]
- Report comments
- Only 1 person has an approved First Aid, (A.F) in which the person was not onsite upon DOH arrival.
- Correction status
- Due by July 28, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PERSONNEL - 67 - Staff With Current CPR/First Aid (Article VI.I)
- Official code
- 67-01
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have at least one staff member present during all operating hours with proof of current approved CPR certification. Personnel Records [SR]
- Report comments
- Only 1 person has an approved CPR, (A.F) in which the person was not onsite upon DOH arrival.
- Correction status
- Due by July 28, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PERSONNEL - 67 - Staff With Current CPR/First Aid (Article VI.I)
- Official code
- 67-03
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The facility was operating while the annual license/certificate had expired and before a new license/certificate had been issued.
- Inspector notes
- Observed the facility is operating with expired license.
- Correction status
- Due by January 10, 2025
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 02 - Licensed Facility (Article IV.A, and E) (Article IV.A, and E)
- Official code
- 02-03
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documented proof that all staff were trained and knowledgeable in the use of fire extinguishers within 30 days of employment. (Section 14.2, number 3) Personnel Records [SR]
- Report comments
- 66-11: 1 out of 3 fire extinguisher training was not completed.
- Correction status
- Due by January 9, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PERSONNEL - 66 - Training Requirements (Articles VI and XV.D; 65C-22 F.A.C.) (Articles VI and XV.D; 65C-22 F.A.C.) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 18 Training Requirements, Pages 26-27)
- Official code
- 66-11
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- 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]
- Report comments
- 69-02 : The 10 hours annual in service were not documented for the fiscal year July 1 2023 -June 30, 2024.
- Correction status
- Due by January 9, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PERSONNEL - 69 - 10-Hour Annual In-service (Article VI.G) (Article VI.G) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 18 Training Requirements, Pages 26-27)
- Official code
- 69-02
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The room capacity was not posted conspicuously in the following room(s): [each section of the room.] (Section 1, number 1) General Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- The room capacity was not posted in 2yrold -VPK room.
- Correction status
- Due by December 27, 2024
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Indoor/Outdoor Square Footage (Article X.A and B and Rule 65C-22.002(3), FAC) (Article X.A and B and Rule 65C-22.002(3), FAC) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 1 - Capacity, Page 10)
- Official code
- 04-02
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Soap was not available in the [Children/Staff] hand washing area. (Section 10.6, number 7) (Section 17.1, number 1) (Section 12.3, number 1) General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Observed the staff/children restroom there no soap available during the time of inspection .
- Correction status
- Due by December 27, 2024
More details
- Report section
- 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
- 10-05
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The wall in the [2yrold/ 3yrold room.] room was not in good repair as evidenced by [peeling paint]. (Section 10, number 1) Physical Facility [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Observed the blue wall there is peeling paint in the 2 yr old / VPK room. Also near the entrance gate of the 2 yr old room there is peeling paint.
- Correction status
- Due by December 27, 2024
More details
- Report section
- 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
- Report finding
- The ceiling of the [VPK Room] room was not in good repair as evidenced by [torn]. (Section 10, number 1) Physical Facility [SR]
- Report comments
- Observe a ceiling tiles located in front of the exit sign that lead to play ground. The tile is torn.
- Correction status
- Due by December 27, 2024
More details
- Report section
- 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
- 15-05
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The following interior areas of the facility were observed to not be clean and sanitary: [mold in soap dispenser.]. (Section 10, number 1) Physical Facility [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Observed in the girls restroom inside of the of the soap holder , it appear to be mold .
- Correction status
- Due by December 27, 2024
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 18 - Premises Clean/Sanitary/in Good Repair (Article X.A) (Article X.A) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10 Physical Environment, Pages 22-23)
- Official code
- 18-05
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The bath facility was not cleaned and/or sanitized or disinfected after each use. (Section 10.6, number 5) Physical Facility [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Observed the children restroom , there was pungent odor of urine/ the toilet were not cleaned.
- Correction status
- Due by December 27, 2024
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 23 - Toilet and Bath Facilities (Article X.D) (Article X.D) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10.6 Bathrooms and Sinks, Page 25)
- Official code
- 23-12
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facility did not have verification of a current and approved annual fire inspection. Inspection and approval was required as of [2]. 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]
- Report comments
- The annual fire inspection status says failed due to Lock box requirement. The Inspection was conducted on 8/14/2024.
- Correction status
- Due by December 27, 2024
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- Report section
- 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
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The fire extinguisher did not have a tag or label to show it had been serviced annually. (Section 14.2, number 3) Safety [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Observed two fire extinguisher, The fire extinguisher expired on 11/2023.
- Correction status
- Due by December 27, 2024
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- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 29 - Fire Extinguisher (Article X.A and F; 69A-36, FAC) (Article X.A and F; 69A-36, FAC) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 14 Fire Safety and Emergency Preparedness and Response, Pages 32-34)
- Official code
- 29-02
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- Child(ren) released to parent/guardian was/were not signed out by an authorized person.
- Inspector notes
- Observed the sign in/out sheet . The child (JL) was not signed out on 12/2/2024.
- Correction status
- Due by December 27, 2024
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- Report section
- 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
- 34-04
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- The facility failed to keep all cleaning supplies inaccessible to children; [Disinfectant Spray, Mop and Glo, Quick Shine Multi Surface Floor FInish/ Bottles of Bleach/ Fabuloso.] was observed [unlocked staff restroom (which state keep door locked/ under the handwashing sink located in classroom.], a location accessible to children. (Section 10, number 4) Safety [SR]
- Report comments
- Observe unlocked cabinet located in the VPK room / under the staff handwashing sink in the restroom there were toxic item accessible to children in care. The staff door reads the door must remain locked after use. Observe Disinfectant spray, container of Mop and Glo, Quick Shine Multi Surface Floor Finish , Bottle of Fabuloso/ Bleach and comet bleach powder.
- Correction status
- Due by December 27, 2024
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- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 36 - Toxic/Hazardous Items (Article X.A) (Article X.A) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10 Physical Environment, Pages 22-23)
- Official code
- 36-01
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- The facility did not provide protective covers for electrical outlets within the childrens reach.
- Report comments
- Observe electrical outlet were not covered in childcare areas utilized by the children. (2yrold /VPK Room).
- Correction status
- Due by December 27, 2024
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- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 36 - Toxic/Hazardous Items (Article X.A) (Article X.A) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10 Physical Environment, Pages 22-23)
- Official code
- 36-12
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- Knives and/or sharp tools were accessible to children in care. (Section 10, number 4) Safety [SR]
- Report comments
- The kitchen door was left unlocked which gave children access to the knife located in the sink.
- Correction status
- Due by December 27, 2024
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- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 36 - Toxic/Hazardous Items (Article X.A) (Article X.A) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10 Physical Environment, Pages 22-23)
- Official code
- 36-18
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- The child care facility made bedding assignments but had no record for review.
- Inspector notes
- Observed each room there was no record of bedding assignment.
- Correction status
- Due by December 27, 2024
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- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 38 - Furniture/Bedding (Articles X.A, C; XII.I and XV.E) (Articles X.A, C; XII.I and XV.E) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 12.4 Bedding and Linens, Page 29)
- Official code
- 38-15
Higher concern: Sleep safety
- Report finding
- The facility did not maintain a minimum distance of 18 inches around individual napping spaces. (Section 10.4, number 3) Safety [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Observed the 2yrold room , The children cots were close to each other there was no minimum of 18 inches of space. The staff removed cots and created space during the time of inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 38 - Furniture/Bedding (Articles X.A, C; XII.I and XV.E) (Articles X.A, C; XII.I and XV.E) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 12.4 Bedding and Linens, Page 29)
- Official code
- 38-19
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- An exit that did not open onto a safe, protected area lacked an operable, audible alert mechanism that sounded when the door was opened.
- Report comments
- The audible alert mechanism was not working on the entrance door of the facility or the exit door the leads to play area.
- Correction status
- Due by December 27, 2024
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- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 39 - Audible Alert Mechanism (Article X.A) (Article X.A)
- Official code
- 39-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The facility's three-compartment sink was improperly used for washing, rinsing, and sanitizing multi-use eating and drinking utensils in that [Food in pan/ plastic wrap/ food containers.].
- Inspector notes
- Observed pans of with food inside stored inside of the 3 compartment sink/ Plastic wrap.
- Correction status
- Due by December 27, 2024
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- 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
- 46-35
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- 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.
- Report comments
- No current TB Risk Assessment for (DP).
- Correction status
- Due by December 27, 2024
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- Report section
- 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
- Report finding
- The personnel record for staff did not include a current statement attesting that he/she was physically qualified to care for children.
- Report comments
- No current Health exam for (DP).
- Correction status
- Due by December 27, 2024
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- Report section
- PERSONNEL - 65 - Physical Examination (Article XV.D) (Article XV.D)
- Official code
- 65-01
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documented proof that all staff were trained and knowledgeable in the use of fire extinguishers within 30 days of employment. (Section 14.2, number 3) Personnel Records [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Observed 3 staff folder, the staff did not complete the fire extinguisher training.
- Correction status
- Due by December 27, 2024
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- Report section
- PERSONNEL - 66 - Training Requirements (Articles VI and XV.D; 65C-22 F.A.C.) (Articles VI and XV.D; 65C-22 F.A.C.) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 18 Training Requirements, Pages 26-27)
- Official code
- 66-11
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- 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]
- Report comments
- The 10 hours annual in-service hours were not documented for the 3 staff
- Correction status
- Due by December 27, 2024
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- Report section
- PERSONNEL - 69 - 10-Hour Annual In-service (Article VI.G) (Article VI.G) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 18 Training Requirements, Pages 26-27)
- Official code
- 69-02
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Parents were not provided information detailing the causes, symptoms, and transmission of the influenza virus annually during the months of August through September as evidenced by their signed statement. (Section 19.2, number 9) Childrens Records [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Observed the children files, the influenza brochure form were missing date/ parent did not sign/ or was not current.
- Correction status
- Due by December 27, 2024
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- PERSONNEL - 71 - Enrollment Information (Article XV.B and C) (Article XV.B and C) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 19.2 Record Keeping/Childrens Files, Page 47)
- Official code
- 71-08
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The facility did not have a written, signed agreement for children whose parents furnish meals and snacks. (Section 17.3, number 7) Childrens Records [SR]
- Report comments
- The nutrition contract was not complete in the child file (AG)
- Correction status
- Due by December 27, 2024
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- Report section
- PERSONNEL - 72 - Alternate Nutrition Contract (Article XII.B) (Article XII.B) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 17 Food and Nutrition Services, Pages 36-42)
- Official code
- 72-01
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. (Section 19.2, number 2) Childrens Records [SR]
- Report comments
- No current immunization for two children (NF , LP).
- Correction status
- Due by December 27, 2024
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- Report section
- PERSONNEL - 76 - Immunization Current (Form 680) (Article XV.C) (Form 680) (Article XV.C) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 19.2 Record Keeping/Childrens Files, Page 47)
- Official code
- 76-01
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- 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 11/15/2024. The violation has been cleared and corrected.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 02 - Licensed Facility (Article IV.A, and E)
- Official code
- 02-05
No recorded violations in this report
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. (Section 19.2, number 2) Childrens Records [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Observed 3 children files with expired Immunizations: Child A: 3/4/2024 Child B: 4/30/2024 Child C: 3/24/2024 Re-Inspection Date: 5/29/2024
- Correction status
- Due by May 29, 2024
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- Report section
- PERSONNEL - 76 - Immunization Current (Form 680) (Article XV.C) (Form 680) (Article XV.C) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 19.2 Record Keeping/Childrens Files, Page 47)
- Official code
- 76-01
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- Peeling paint was observed on the surface of the [monkey bars and stationary airplane.] in the outdoor area.
- Inspector notes
- Inspector observed peeling paint on the following playground equipment: Red monkey bars, green airplane. Re-Inspection Date 2/23/2024
- Correction status
- Due by February 23, 2024
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- 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
- 31-13
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- Documented verification of screening clearance for staff was not available at the facility for review during inspection. (Section 19.5, number 3) Background Screening [SR]
- Report comments
- Staff member A: Background clearance not available at time of inspection. Reinspection date 4/21/2023 Staff Member B: Has expiration date of 07/2026 which is compliant. PERSONNEL RECORDS
- Correction status
- Due by April 21, 2023
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- Report section
- PERSONNEL - 62 - Local, State, Federal Check (Article VII.A, and F) (Article VII.A, and F) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 19.5 Record Keeping/Background Screening, Page 49)
- Official code
- 62-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- 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.
- Report comments
- Staff Member A does not have
- Correction status
- Due by April 21, 2023
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- Report section
- 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
- Report finding
- The personnel record for staff did not include a current statement attesting that he/she was physically qualified to care for children.
- Inspector notes
- Missing record for Staff member A Observed 1 out of 2 staff member files as compliant.
- Correction status
- Due by April 21, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PERSONNEL - 65 - Physical Examination (Article XV.D) (Article XV.D)
- Official code
- 65-01
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- There are staff who failed to begin the Department's required 40-hour introductory child care training within 90 days of employment or complete the training within one year.
- Report comments
- New staff member B, did not begin the child care training within 90 days of employment. Hire Date 07/2022
- Correction status
- Due by April 21, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PERSONNEL - 66 - Training Requirements (Articles VI and XV.D; 65C-22 F.A.C.) (Articles VI and XV.D; 65C-22 F.A.C.) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 18 Training Requirements, Pages 26-27)
- Official code
- 66-03
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facility failed to complete a written record of monthly fire drills for the month(s) of [January 2023]. (Section 14.3, number 2) Safety [SR]
- Report comments
- The operator shall maintain a written record of fire drills showing the date, time, number of children in attendance, evacuation route used, time taken for all individuals to evacuate the premises, and any unusual findings or problems encountered. This record must be maintained for not less than one year from the date of the drill. *This record was not available at the time of inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- 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
- 28-02
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 ensuring all staff members have completed their required training before they are left alone with children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records show instances where staff members were allowed to supervise children before completing mandatory training requirements. This question helps clarify how the center monitors staff credentials and ensures compliance with supervision standards.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps does the center take to ensure that napping areas are set up with the required amount of space between cots?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Official inspection reports have noted repeated instances where napping spaces did not maintain the required 18-inch distance between cots. Asking this helps parents understand how the facility maintains safe sleep environments on a daily basis.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you manage daily attendance logs to ensure that every child is accurately accounted for in real-time?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records show concerns regarding the accuracy of real-time attendance logs and the sign-out process. This question allows the director to explain the current system for tracking children throughout the day.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your current procedure for storing cleaning supplies and other hazardous items to ensure they remain inaccessible to children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records indicate past findings where cleaning supplies and other items were found in areas accessible to children. This question helps parents understand the center's current safety protocols for securing hazardous materials.
Related violations
General question
How does the center communicate with parents about daily routines and safety policies during the enrollment process?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Understanding how a center communicates its policies helps families feel confident in the transparency and reliability of the care provided. This question encourages a discussion about how the facility keeps parents informed about their operational standards.