Child care staff failed to provide direct supervision of children in the [mixed age] group as evidenced by [photos]. General Requirements [SR]
Report comments
At the time of inspection, several youths were left unsupervised in one room while staff was attending to youths in another room. Technical assistance was provided and direct supervision was properly applied.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 06 - Direct Supervision (Articles VII.B; VIII.C; X.E and XII.G)
Official code
06-01
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
Disposable towels or individual towels were not available in the [youth bathroom] hand washing area. General Requirements [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
At the time of inspection, no paper towels in bathroom. Technical assistance was provided and staff corrected by stocking paper towels.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 10 - Proper Hand Washing (Articles X.D)
Official code
10-04
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
The hot water at the hand washing sink in the [Employee handwashing sink] area exceeded 110 degrees.
Report comments
At the time of inspection, hot water at employee handwashing sink = 119 degrees F.
Correction status
Due by June 29, 2026
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 10 - Proper Hand Washing (Articles X.D)
Official code
10-09
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
Bottles of formula/beverage were not labeled with the individual childs name. Food And Nutrition [SR]
Report comments
At the time of inspection, several bottles unlabeled. Technical assistance was provided and staff was able to properly label all bottles.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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FOOD AND NUTRITION - 45 - Bottles Capped and Labeled (Article XII.G)
The facility did not have verification of a current and approved annual fire inspection. Inspection and approval was required as of [12/19/25]. 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
At time of reinspection no current fire inspection report, therefore this standard is still not in compliance.
Correction status
Due by December 23, 2025
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 28 - Fire Drills/Fire Plan/Fire Inspection (Articles X.A, F and XV.E)
The facility did not have verification of a current and approved annual fire inspection. Inspection and approval was required as of [9/1/25]. 1. Ambulance 2. Fire 3. Police 4. Regional and National Poison Control 5. Florida Abuse Hotline 6. Palm Beach County Health Department Safety [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
At time of reinspection observed fire inspection report with violations that should have been corrected by September 1, 2025, but has not been corrected. No cleared report from the Palm Beach County Fire Resue was present at the time of reinspection.
Correction status
Due by December 19, 2025
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 28 - Fire Drills/Fire Plan/Fire Inspection (Articles X.A, F and XV.E)
Official code
28-06
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
The facility did not have verification that at least one person on staff had current Food Manager's Certification when food was being prepared or served
Report comments
At time of reinspection facility did not have verification that at least one person on staff had current food manager's certification, therefore not in compliance.
Correction status
Due by December 19, 2025
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FOOD AND NUTRITION - 46 - Food Handling (Articles XI; XV.E and Chapter 64E-11 FAC)
Official code
46-01
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
The successful completion of the 40-hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement was not recorded on the Department's training transcript for staff.
Report comments
At time of reinspection staff (NF), still has not completed her 40 hours of introductory training, therefore standard 66-02 not in compliance.
Correction status
Due by December 19, 2025
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PERSONNEL - 66 - Training Requirements (Articles VI and XV.D; 65C-22 F.A.C.)
The wall in the [Multipurpose room] room was not in good repair as evidenced by [missing baseboard]. (Section 10, number 1) Physical Facility [SR]
Inspector notes
During the facility inspection, a missing baseboard was observed in the multipurpose room. Technical assistance was provided to facility staff regarding proper facility maintenance standards and the importance of maintaining walls in good repair throughout all areas of the facility. The facility shall replace the missing baseboard in the multipurpose room to eliminate the gap and maintain safe conditions for children and staff using the space.
Correction status
Due by December 3, 2025
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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
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 [8/13/25]. 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
During the facility inspection, the facility did not have an approved annual fire inspection on file. The annual fire inspection was due on August 13, 2025. The facility underwent an initial inspection on August 11, 2025, however fire standards were not cleared and the facility is scheduled to be reinspected by the fire department. Technical assistance was provided to facility staff regarding the importance of maintaining current approved fire inspection documentation and completing all necessary corrections to achieve approval. The facility shall work with the fire department to address all outstanding fire safety deficiencies identified during the August 11, 2025 inspection ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by November 13, 2025
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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
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The facility did not conduct emergency drills listed in the emergency preparedness plan at least annually. (Section 14.1, number 2) Safety [SR]
Report comments
During the facility inspection, the facility did not have verification of conducting emergency drills at least annually as required for emergency preparedness and safety protocols. The absence of documentation prevents confirmation of staff and children's familiarity with emergency procedures and response protocols beyond fire evacuation. Technical assistance was provided to facility staff regarding emergency drill requirements and proper documentation procedures for various emergency scenarios. The facility shall conduct emergency drills at least annually at a minimum and shall maintain proper documentation of all drills including date, time, participants, and drill type to ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by December 3, 2025
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 30 - Emergency Response Plan (Articles X.F and XV.E) (Articles X.F and XV.E) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 14 Fire Safety and Emergency Preparedness and Response, Pages
Official code
30-10
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
The facility did not have verification that at least one person on staff had current Food Manager's Certification when food was being prepared or served
Correction / follow-up note
During the facility inspection, the facility did not have verification that at least one person on staff had current Food Manager's Certification, indicating non-compliance with mandatory food safety training requirements for facilities serving meals to children. Technical assistance was provided to facility staff regarding Food Manager's Certification requirements and the importance of maintaining qualified food service personnel. The facility shall ensure that at least one person on staff obtains and maintains current Food Manager's Certification and shall provide verification of current certification to demonstrate compliance with food safety training requirements for chil ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by December 3, 2025
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FOOD AND NUTRITION - 46 - Food Handling (Articles XI; XV.E and Chapter 64E-11 FAC) (Articles XI; XV.E and Chapter 64E-11 FAC) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 17.1 Food Preparation Area and Section 17.2 Food Storage, Pages 37-38)
Official code
46-01
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
At the time of inspection, staff NR did not have a current TB risk assessment on file. Technical assistance was provided on the importance of having and maintaining Tb risk assessments for all staffs.
Correction status
Due by December 3, 2025
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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
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
At the time of inspection, staff NR did not have a current physical examination on file. Technical assistance was provided on the importance of having and maintaining a physical examination for all staffs.
The successful completion of the 40-hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement was not recorded on the Department's training transcript for staff.
Report comments
During the facility inspection, the successful completion of the 40-hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement was not recorded on the Department's training transcript for staff members, indicating incomplete documentation of mandatory training completion. Technical assistance was provided to facility staff regarding proper training documentation procedures and the importance of ensuring all completed training is accurately recorded on the Department's training transcript system. The facility shall ensure that the successful completion of the 40-hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement is properly recorded on the Department's training transcript for all applic ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by December 3, 2025
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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
66-02
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
At the time of inspection, no verification of the documentation of annual in-service trainings. Technical assistance was provided.
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 time of inspection staff ( NR) had not completed her 40 hr training within the one year, therefore this standard is not in compliance.
Correction status
Due by August 28, 2025
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PERSONNEL - 66 - Training Requirements (Articles VI and XV.D; 65C-22 F.A.C.)
The outdoor play space was not adequately enclosed; fencing was missing, broken or not safely secure as evidenced by [top side was loose from fencing.]. (Section 10.8, number 2) Physical Facility [SR]
Inspector notes
Observed wired fencing was not secured on the top bar on South East side.
Correction status
Due by March 11, 2025
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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
25-04
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
The program did not have documentation of staffs completion of required training on one of the accepted training transcripts in that [transcipt for school readiness Preservice training showed no completed ]. (Section 18.4) Personnel Records [SR]
Inspector notes
Observed M. Garcon transcript did not show preservice training completed.
Correction status
Due by March 7, 2025
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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
66-07
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
The facility did not have a current (valid for two years) Form 3040, Student Health Examination, on file. (Section 19.2, number 1) Childrens Records [SR]
Inspector notes
Observed that J. I. physical exam expired on 10/27/2024
The fire extinguisher did not have a tag or label to show it had been serviced annually. (Section 14.2, number 3) Safety [SR]
Report comments
Fire Extinuisher Service Date had Expired 9/24. Technical Assistance was given to have it serviced ASAP.
Correction status
Due by November 19, 2024
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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)
The license holder did not provide evidence of Florida Worker's Compensation insurance or a notarized statement attesting that worker's compensation insurance is not applicable.
Report comments
The facility provided the Department with a notarized statement attesting that workers compensation insurance is not applicable while the program has 4 staff registered.The program bought the insurance on the same day and emailed copy to the Department.
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.
Correction / follow-up note
Staff K.D failed to begin the 40-hour training after 90 days of employment. Date of employment: 8/3/2023 Corrected: Staff K.D start the Training on the same day and emailed proof to the Department Teaching With Love and Compassion Academy LLC C15PB0324 / 50512472340 4021 Chukker Dr West Palm Beach FL 33406 Renewal 12/01/2023 Page 5 of 7
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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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
Program personnel did not complete training requirements prior to unsupervised contact with or care of children, or if supervised, within 90 days of beginning employment or service with the program. (Section 18.1) Personnel Records [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
Staff K.D failed to start and complete the ELC training requirements after 90 days of employment. Date of employment: 8/3/2023 Corrected: Staff K.D start and complete the ELC training on the same day and emailed the transcript to the Department
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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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)
The facility made a structural alteration or modification to the licensed facility without first submitting plans to the Department showing the proposed changes.
Correction / follow-up note
Before any alterations or modifications to an existing facility may be made, plans must be submitted to the Department showing the existing configuration and proposed changes. Scale on all drawings shall not be less than 1/8inch = 1 foot. The plans must contain front, side and rear elevations. The Facility must submit a complete application to the Department to request a change in use.
Correction status
Due by October 31, 2023
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 02 - Licensed Facility (Article IV.A, and E)
The facility made a structural alteration or modification to the licensed facility without first submitting plans to the Department showing the proposed changes.
Report comments
Classroom #3 was divided by a wall into classroom # 3 and Classroom # 4. Technical support provided : Article: VI.A.4.k : Before any alterations or modifications to an existing facility may be made, plans must be submitted to the Department showing the existing configuration and proposed changes. Scale on all drawings shall not be less than 1/8 inch = 1 foot. The plans must contain front, side and rear elevations.
Correction status
Due by July 14, 2023
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 02 - Licensed Facility (Article IV.A, and E)
Official code
02-08
Low concern: Administrative posting
Report finding
A copy of the emergency evacuation plan including a diagram of safe exit routes was not conspicuously posted in each room of the facility. The plan was missing in the [Room #3 & #4]. Safety [SR]
Report comments
Room #3 & Room #4 did not have the diagram of exit posted.
Correction status
Due by July 14, 2023
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 30 - Emergency Response Plan (Articles X.F and XV.E)
Official code
30-02
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
The facility did not have a current (valid for two years) Form 3040, Student Health Examination, on file. Childrens Records [SR]
Report comments
3 children missing current physical on file. See confidential sheet for details.
Child care staff failed to provide direct supervision of children in the [two year old group] group as evidenced by [many incidents were children were bitten]. General Requirements [SR]
Report comments
Concerns about many incidents where several children were bitten. The most recent incident there were 4 children bitten during a course of one day
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 06 - Direct Supervision (Articles VII.B; VIII.C; X.E and XII.G)
Official code
06-01
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 children are always directly supervised, especially during transitions between rooms?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from a June 2026 inspection show a finding regarding the direct supervision of children. This question helps clarify how the center maintains active oversight to keep children engaged and protected at all times.
Context
The finding was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps are in place to ensure that all children are accurately signed in and out of the facility each day?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records from 2024 indicate multiple instances where attendance logs were incomplete. Asking about current practices helps parents understand how the center tracks who is present and ensures accurate record-keeping.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How does the center ensure that all staff members are up to date with required food safety certifications and health screenings?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from several inspections between 2025 and 2026 show findings related to staff health records and food manager certifications. This question helps parents understand how the center manages these important administrative requirements for the staff.
Related violations
Finding-specific
Could you explain how the center maintains its emergency preparedness plan and ensures that all required drills are documented?
Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from late 2025 noted concerns regarding the documentation of emergency drills and fire inspection status. This question allows the center to explain how they stay prepared for emergencies and maintain necessary safety documentation.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is the center's approach to providing ongoing training and professional development for all staff members?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Available records from multiple inspections show findings related to staff training completion and documentation. This question helps parents understand how the center supports staff in meeting their professional requirements.