Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 1
- Local median
- 0.4
Gardenia Children
1120 13th St, West Palm Beach, FL 33401
- License:
- C15PB0315
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 11, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, VPK, Drop In, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:00AM to 5:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 15
- 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 inspectionMay 14, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsFebruary 6, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 14 available inspections for Gardenia Children from April 5, 2023 through May 14, 2026.
Five inspections recorded violations, with 14 recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on May 14, 2026 and involved hazardous access, with a due date of June 12, 2026.
The available reports do not include a later inspection with no recorded violations after that violation.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 14
- Recorded violations
- 14
- Higher-concern violations
- 4
- Repeated topics
- 1
7 in last 12 months
12 in last 12 months
4 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
14 total inspections vs 9 local median in 33401
Compared to 25 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 14%
- Local median
- 8%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 36%
- Local median
- 25%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 1
- Local average
- 1.2
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Equipment or readiness
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
August 23, 2023September 8, 2025Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- The location of the child care facility was unacceptable; unsafe or harmful environmental elements are present as evidenced by [TV seating on table accessible to children, with cords and other items (blanks behind tv) & Closet with no door, that contain items hazard/harmful to children.].
- Inspector notes
- At time of routine inspection, observed at site, unsafe/harmful environment area as evidence of TV seating on table that is accessible, and located behind the TV is a blanket, also the closet with no door with harmful items that are also unsafe and harmful to children, therefore this standard is not in compliance.
- Correction status
- Due by June 12, 2026
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 24 - Housing - Facility Not Ground Level-No Building/Fire Approval (Article X.A)
- Official code
- 24-03
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- The facility did not provide protective covers for electrical outlets within the childrens reach.
- Correction / follow-up note
- At time of routine inspection, observed outlets covers unprotective, corrected at the time of inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 36 - Toxic/Hazardous Items (Article X.A)
- Official code
- 36-12
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facility's outdoor play area was observed to have [uneven floors and gaps between carpet grass] which is hazardous. (Section 10.7, number 1) Physical Facility [SR]
- Report comments
- During the facility inspection, the outdoor play area was found to have uneven flooring surfaces, gaps, holes, and trenches between carpeted areas and grass sections, creating trip hazards that pose safety risks to children during play activities. Technical assistance was provided to facility personnel regarding the identified safety concerns and appropriate remediation methods. The facility shall readjust and level all loose surfaces in the outdoor play area to eliminate existing trip hazards and ensure a safe play environment for all children. Due to constant rainfall conditions preventing safe completion of outdoor work, the due date for correction has been extended beyond ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by September 26, 2025
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 25 - Outdoor Play Area Free of Debris/Fenced/Shaded (Article X.B) (Article X.B) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10.7 Outdoor Play Area and Section 10.8 Fencing, Pages 25-26)
- Official code
- 25-02
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facility did not conduct a fire drill for the month(s) of [August 2025]. (Section 14.3, number 1) Safety [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, observed facility did not conduct a fire drill for the month of August 2025. Technical assistance was provided. Violation resolved at the time of inspection. Facility conducted a fire drill in the presence of inspector. Drill noted as follows: 9/8/25, 10:54am, 2 adults (+1 inspector) and 8 kids present, clear time: 43 seconds, route: backdoor. Last fire inspection: 8/19/25 (Inspection Number: 102522)
- 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
- 28-01
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 [it was used as storage for wet rags and unused plates.].
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of inspection, improper use of the 3-compartment sink was observed, as evidenced by the storage of wet rags and unused plates in the compartments designated for washing, rinsing, and sanitizing. This practice prevents the sink from functioning as intended for proper dish sanitation procedures. Technical assistance was provided to facility staff regarding correct usage protocols. The violation was corrected on-site through immediate removal of stored items. The facility shall maintain proper use of the 3-compartment sink exclusively for its intended purpose of washing, rinsing, and sanitizing dishes and utensils in accordance with food safety standards.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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
- 46-35
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The facility failed to post each violation citation with the license.
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, facility did not have last inspection report posted.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- TRANSPORTATION - 82 - Violation Citations Posted (Article XXI.D) (Article XXI.D)
- Official code
- 82-01
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The facility failed to post, with each violation citation, an explanation and description of corrective action.
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, facility did not have last inspection with violations and corrective actions posted. SCHOOL READINESS
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- TRANSPORTATION - 83 - Explanation/Corrective Action Posted (Article XXI.D) (Article XXI.D)
- Official code
- 83-01
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Hot running water was not available in the [kitchen] hand washing area. General Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, no hot water in the kitchen handwashing area.
- Correction status
- Due by August 25, 2025
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 10 - Proper Hand Washing (Articles X.D)
- Official code
- 10-08
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The bleach/water solution was not made fresh each day.
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, bleach water not made fresh every day.
- Correction status
- Due by August 25, 2025
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 13 - Appropriate Sanitizers (Articles XIV.D and XV.E)
- Official code
- 13-03
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The facility failed to have Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) for the sanitizer used.
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, facility did not have MSDS for bleach water other than chlorine.
- Correction status
- Due by August 25, 2025
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 13 - Appropriate Sanitizers (Articles XIV.D and XV.E)
- Official code
- 13-06
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The wall in the [kids] room was not in good repair as evidenced by [peeling walls]. Physical Facility [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, observed peeling paint on walls in different areas of the room.
- Correction status
- Due by August 25, 2025
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 15 - Floor, Walls, and Ceiling Good Repair (Article X.A)
- Official code
- 15-02
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- 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]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, staffs MS, and MM yet to complete in service hours for July 1 2024 - June 30 2025
- Correction status
- Due by August 25, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PERSONNEL - 69 - 10-Hour Annual In-service (Article VI.G)
- Official code
- 69-01
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
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 [08/23/2023]. 1. Ambulance 2. Fire 3. Police 4. Regional and National Poison Control 5. Florida Abuse Hotline 6. Palm Beach County Health Department Safety [SR]
- Report comments
- A current and approved annual fire inspection has not been done for facility nor scheduled.
- Correction status
- Due by September 1, 2023
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 28 - Fire Drills/Fire Plan/Fire Inspection (Articles X.A, F and XV.E)
- Official code
- 28-06
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facility's outdoor play area was observed to have [nails protruding from fence] which is hazardous. Physical Facility [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Observed nails protruding from fence surrounding the outside play area.
- Correction status
- Due by April 14, 2023
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 25 - Outdoor Play Area Free of Debris/Fenced/Shaded (Article X.B)
- Official code
- 25-02
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 describe the steps taken to ensure that electrical outlets are properly covered and inaccessible to children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from a May 2026 inspection note that some electrical outlets were not properly covered. Asking about current practices helps confirm how the facility maintains a secure environment for children.
- Context
- The finding was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your current process for identifying and securing items or areas that might be hazardous to children, such as storage closets or equipment?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from May 2026 identified concerns regarding accessible items and storage areas. This question allows the director to explain the facility's approach to keeping potentially harmful items out of reach.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you monitor and maintain the outdoor play area to ensure it remains free of trip hazards or uneven surfaces?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records show that the outdoor play area has been noted for uneven surfaces and trip hazards in the past. Understanding the maintenance schedule helps families know how the facility keeps the play space safe.
Related violations
Finding-specific
Can you walk me through how you track and document required safety drills, such as fire drills, to ensure they are completed consistently?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records indicate that there have been instances where fire drills or fire safety inspections were not completed or documented as required. This question helps clarify the current administrative process for emergency preparedness.
Related violations
General question
What is your daily routine for ensuring that staff are well-trained and that all required documentation is up to date?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Regular staff training and accurate record-keeping are essential for high-quality care. This question helps parents understand how the director manages staff development and administrative compliance.