Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 1.59
- Local median
- 0.73
Salem Child Learning Center
3200 Roberts Ln, Lake Worth, FL 33461
- License:
- C15PB0332
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 11, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, VPK, After School, Food Served, Full Day
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 30
- 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 inspectionMarch 10, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMarch 10, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 17 available inspections for Salem Child Learning Center from April 11, 2023 through March 10, 2026.
Eight inspections recorded violations, with 27 recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on December 15, 2025 and involved supervision, with a due date of December 30, 2025.
That higher-concern topic showed up in two inspections.
Two later inspections, from December 23, 2025 through March 10, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 17
- Recorded violations
- 27
- Higher-concern violations
- 5
- Repeated topics
- 3
7 in last 12 months
11 in last 12 months
5 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
17 total inspections vs 10 local median in 33461
Compared to 17 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 12%
- Local median
- 20%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 47%
- Local median
- 33%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 3
- 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.
Administrative posting
Appeared across 7 inspections, with 7 recorded violations.
September 19, 2023March 13, 2024December 3, 2024July 18, 2025August 29, 2025October 28, 2025December 15, 2025Staff training
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
September 19, 2023October 28, 2025December 15, 2025Supervision
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
October 28, 2025December 15, 2025Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
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
- Childcare personnel working with children who have not completed ELC School Readiness training.
- Correction status
- Due by December 30, 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
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
- Noncompliance Comment: At time of inspection Audible Alert on Exit door, 2-3 years old is not working properly.
- Correction status
- Due by December 30, 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
- 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]
- Correction / follow-up note
- Noncompliance Comment: At time of inspection Personnel has No Documented Proof of Fire Extinguisher Training course.
- Correction status
- Due by December 30, 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
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 Yad D. (date of hire 10/24/2024) did not complete School Readiness Preservice training within 90 days of employment.
- Correction status
- Due by November 26, 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
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- The daily attendance log for the [Two and Three years old] group was not completed to give real time information. (Section 19.3, number 3) Safety [SR]
- Report comments
- The attendance log for the Two years old showed 6 children were present while the attendance log for the Three years old showed 9 were children present. Thus totaling 15 children. However, when the children were counted only 12 were present.
- Correction status
- Due by November 26, 2025
More details
- 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
- 34-01
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 door of the VPK classroom that opens into the parking lot did not have an operable, audible alert mechanism.
- Correction status
- Due by November 26, 2025
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 39 - Audible Alert Mechanism (Article X.A) (Article X.A)
- Official code
- 39-01
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- The personnel record for staff did not include a signed "Affidavit of Good Moral Character".
- Report comments
- Staff, Luzana J., did not have a current Affidavit of Good Moral Character within her file.
- Correction status
- Due by November 26, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PERSONNEL - 60 - Good Moral Character Affidavit (Article VII.A) (Article VII.A)
- Official code
- 60-01
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]
- Report comments
- There was no documentation in staff files that fire extinguisher training was completed within 30 days of employment.
- Correction status
- Due by November 26, 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
Higher concern: Child guidance
- Report finding
- 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." (Section 19.4, number 3) Personnel Records [SR]
- Report comments
- Staff, Luzana J., did not have a current Child Abuse and Neglect statement within her file.
- Correction status
- Due by November 26, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PERSONNEL - 68 - Child Abuse/Neglect Statement (Article VI.I) (Article VI.I) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 19.4 Record Keeping/Personnel Records, Page 48)
- Official code
- 68-01
No recorded violations in this report
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- Peeling paint was observed on the surface of the [swings] in the outdoor area.
- Report comments
- The swings (chains and the seat) had areas where the paint was peeling. On the chains, some areas were covered in the yellow paint and other areas were, not exposing rust. These swings were located to the back, near the exit gate of the facility.
- Correction status
- Due by September 12, 2025
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 31 - Play Equipment (Article X.A, and H)
- Official code
- 31-13
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- Peeling paint was observed on the surface of the [play equipment] in the outdoor area.
- Report comments
- The surfaces of the outdoor play equipment were peeling.
- Correction status
- Due by August 18, 2025
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 31 - Play Equipment (Article X.A, and H)
- Official code
- 31-13
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 11/21/2024. The violation has been cleared and corrected.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 02 - Licensed Facility (Article IV.A, and E)
- Official code
- 02-05
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Disposable towels or individual towels were not available in the [Staff handicap accessible bathroom] hand washing area. (Section 10.6, number 7) (Section 17.1, number 1) (Section 12.3, number 1) General Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- Disposable towels or individual towels were not available in the [ Staff handicap accessible bathroom ] hand washing area. •
- Correction status
- Due by April 11, 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
- 10-04
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Soap was not available in the [handicap accessible bathroom] hand washing area. (Section 10.6, number 7) (Section 17.1, number 1) (Section 12.3, number 1) General Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- Soap was not available in the [ handicap accessible bathroom ] hand washing area. •
- Correction status
- Due by April 11, 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
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Hot running water was not available in the [handicap accessible staff bathroom] hand washing area. (Section 17.1, number 1) (Section 12.3, number 1) General Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- Hot water was disconnected and only cold water was available in the [ handicap accessible staff bathroom ]. •
- Correction status
- Due by April 11, 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
- 10-08
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The following exterior areas of the facility were observed not to be clean and sanitary: [unfinished pipes located on the playground]. (Section 10, number 1) Physical Facility [SR]
- Inspector notes
- The inspector observed protruding pipes that were left in the wall, after the water fountain had been removed.
- Correction status
- Due by April 11, 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
- 18-06
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Staff and/or volunteers working in the food preparation area did not wear proper head covering. (Section 17.1, number 2) Food And Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Staff working in the food preparation area did not wear proper head covering. Per Director, hair nets will have to be purchased. -Staff was observed to wear disposable gloves which is compliant.
- Correction status
- Due by April 11, 2024
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
- 46-44
No recorded violations in this report
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The wall in the [Kitchen] room was not in good repair as evidenced by [a hole in the wall and loose paneling on the opposite wall.]. (Section 10, number 1) Physical Facility [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Inspector observed the kitchen area, the right lower wall had a hole approximately 6 1/2 inches in diameter. Inspector observed the kitchen area, the left right corner next to the refrigerator, the baseboard molding is separated from the wall approximately 12 inches in diameter. (Molding is gray in color).
- Correction status
- Due by September 29, 2023
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
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The person with the Director Credential does not meet the definition of director because she/he is not responsible for the daily operation of the program.
- Report comments
- The facility Director is scheduled to be onsite 15 hours per week and therefore is not responsible for the daily operation of the program hours which are: Monday through Friday 6:30am until close 6:00pm. Article VIII.A.E: The credentialed director must be on-site a majority of hours that the facility is in operation, excluding evening and weekend hours. Documentation of majority of hours must be retained for at least one year, and be available for review by the Department. CHILDREN’S RECORDS
- Correction status
- Due by September 29, 2023
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
- 70-04
No recorded violations in this report
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The wall in the [2 and 3 year old bathroom] room was not in good repair as evidenced by [a silver metal round covering that displayed evidence of rust.]. Physical Facility [SR]
- Report comments
- A silver cover in the bathroom which covered up part of a hole, showed evidence of rust and debris under the silver cover. The walls were not maintained in a clean and sanitary condition. Technical Assistance: Per Florida Department of Health Rules and Regulations Governing Child Care Facilities Article X. A.29 (PHYSICAL FACILITIES) " Walls and ceilings of all rooms shall be kept clean and in good repair." Toilet room walls shall be of impervious material or shall be painted with enamel paint to splash level.
- Correction status
- Due by July 14, 2023
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 15 - Floor, Walls, and Ceiling Good Repair (Article X.A)
- Official code
- 15-02
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The floor in the [bathroom] area was not clean. Physical Facility [SR]
- Report comments
- The flooring in both children bathrooms was found to be unclean and unsanitary. Technical Assistance: Flooring has dirt stains. Per Florida Department of Health Palm Beach County Rules and Regulations Governing Child Care Facilities X. A. 28 (Physical Facilities) " Floors shall have washable, easily cleanable surfaces."
- Correction status
- Due by July 14, 2023
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 18 - Premises Clean/Sanitary/in Good Repair (Article X.A)
- Official code
- 18-01
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The wall in the [bath] roomwas not clean. Physical Facility [SR]
- Report comments
- The walls in both children bathrooms were not maintained in a clean and sanitary condition Technical Assistance was given: Per Florida Department of Health Rules and Regulation governing Child Care Facilities Article X.A.29 (Physical Facilities) "Walls and ceilings of all rooms shall be kept clean and in good repair."
- Correction status
- Due by July 14, 2023
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 18 - Premises Clean/Sanitary/in Good Repair (Article X.A)
- Official code
- 18-02
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The following area(s) of the facility was/were not clean: [Due to rusty plumbing connections to the toilet in both children bathrooms]. Physical Facility [SR]
- Report comments
- Inspector evidenced rusty plumbing connections to the toilet in both children bathrooms
- Correction status
- Due by July 14, 2023
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 18 - Premises Clean/Sanitary/in Good Repair (Article X.A)
- Official code
- 18-04
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- Evidence of current insect infestation was observed. Physical Facility [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Inspector observed a roach outside the 2 & 3 year old bathroom. Technical Assistance: Per Florida Department of Health Rules and Regulations Governing Child Care Facilities Article X. A.34 (PHYSICAL FACILITIES) " The premises, both inside and out, shall be maintained in a clean and sanitary condition, free of insects and rodents, and in good repair at all times."
- Correction status
- Due by July 14, 2023
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
- There was no system in place for ensuring that toilets are sanitized as needed and at least daily. Physical Facility [SR]
- Inspector notes
- All bathrooms need to be cleaned and sanitized daily. Inspector observed sinks, wall space, flooring in need of sanitization. Per Florida Department of Health Palm Beach County Rules and Regulations Governing Child Care Facilities Article X. A.34 PHYSICAL FACILITIES. "The premises, both inside and out, shall be maintained in a clean and sanitary condition,...and in good repair at all times."
- Correction status
- Due by July 14, 2023
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 23 - Toilet and Bath Facilities (Article X.D)
- Official code
- 23-08
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The outdoor play space was not adequately enclosed; fencing was missing, broken or not safely secure as evidenced by [The Wooden fence that was laying on the ground and the chain link fence was broken and would not close.]. Physical Facility [SR]
- Report comments
- The wooden fence was laying on the ground and the chain link fence was mangled and unable to close. Technical Assistance: Per Florida Department of Health Rules and Regulations Governing Child Care Facilities Article X. B.5 (PHYSICAL FACILITIES) " All outdoor play areas must be enclosed by safe and adequate fencing, wall or a combination thereof, of no less than four (4) feet high. Fencing, including gates shall be maintained and shall not have gaps that would allow children to exit the outdoor play area.
- Correction status
- Due by July 14, 2023
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 25 - Outdoor Play Area Free of Debris/Fenced/Shaded (Article X.B)
- Official code
- 25-04
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- Tables/benches or chairs were not well constructed as evidenced by [rust on the chair legs and exterior damage displayed on the dining table.]. Safety [SR]
- Report comments
- The table in the dining room has indentations and deep scratch marks that does not consist of a easily cleanable surface. Chairs for the children in the dining room are rusted.
- Correction status
- Due by July 14, 2023
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 38 - Furniture/Bedding (Articles X.A, C; XII.I and XV.E)
- Official code
- 38-02
No recorded violations in this report
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 all staff members complete their required training before they begin working directly with children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an inspection in December 2025 indicate a finding where a staff member had not completed all pre-service training requirements before having unsupervised contact with children.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How does your team manage and verify daily attendance logs to ensure they accurately reflect the number of children present in each classroom at all times?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from October 2025 noted a discrepancy where the daily attendance log did not match the actual number of children present in the classroom.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps are taken to ensure that all required personnel documentation, such as background screening affidavits, is kept current and complete for every staff member?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records from October 2025 show a finding regarding a missing signed Affidavit of Good Moral Character in a staff member's personnel file.
Related violations
Finding-specific
Can you explain your current procedures for ensuring all staff are trained and knowledgeable in the use of fire extinguishers?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from multiple inspections, including December 2025, show findings where the facility lacked documented proof that all staff had completed required fire extinguisher training.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you maintain and monitor the safety equipment, such as audible door alerts, to ensure it remains in good working order?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records from late 2025 indicate that audible alert mechanisms on exit doors were not functioning properly at the time of the visits.
Related violations