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.
Inspector notes
At time of routine inspection, observed staff (AS) not completed 5 hours of early literacy within 12 months of hire (12/12/23), therefore this standard is not in compliance.
Correction status
Due by April 20, 2026
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PERSONNEL - 66 - Training Requirements (Articles VI and XV.D; 65C-22 F.A.C.)
The daily attendance log for the [Toddler A, Preschool 2B & Prepper B] group did not include the names of all children in attendance.
Correction / follow-up note
At time of inspection observed several rooms (Toddlers A, Preschool 2B & Prepper B) attendance did not include the names of all children in attendance, but corrected at time of inspection, therefore this standard in compliance.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 34 - Daily Attendance Log (Article XV.E)
Verification of an employment history check was not on file for personnel in the facility.
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DAINA JAMES EMPLOYMENT HISTORY NOT ON FILE
Correction status
Due by August 29, 2025
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PERSONNEL - 61 - Information Background Screening Check (Article VII.A, and B)
Official code
61-02
Higher concern: Background screening
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Documented verification of screening clearance for staff was not available at the facility for review during inspection.
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KAITLYN STURGIS FINGERPRINT EXPIRED 10-24-2024 PERSONNEL RECORDS
Correction status
Due by August 29, 2025
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PERSONNEL - 62 - Local, State, Federal Check (Article VII.A, and F)
Official code
62-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
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The personnel record for staff did not include a statement that he/she was free of tuberculosis in a communicable stage as indicated by an approved TB risk assessment, skin test or chest X-ray.
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UDESHIKA RDRIGO PHYSICAL EXPIRED 4-25-2023-EXPIRED -04-23-2025 SHAYN WEIL PYHSICAL AND TB ASSESSMENT EXPIRED 01-27-2025 MELISSA MILLER-PHYSICAL AND TB EXPIRED-06-26-2025 JELENA CARUCCI PHYSICAL AND TB ASSESSMENT -EXPIRED 09-01-2024 KAIITLIN BECKER-PHYSICAL EXPIRED 06-22-2025
Correction status
Due by August 29, 2025
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PERSONNEL - 64 - Proof of Risk Assessment Completed/Negative TB Test (Article XV.D)
Official code
64-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
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The personnel record for staff did not include a current statement attesting that he/she was physically qualified to care for children.
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SHAYNEIL WEIL PHYSICAL EXPIRED ON 01-27-2025 MELLISA PHYSICAL EXPIRED ON 06-20-2025 JELEANA CARUCCI PHYSICAL EXPIRED 09-01-2024 KAITLIN PHYSICAL EXPIRED 06-22-2025 UDESHIKA RDRIGO PHYSICAL EXPIRED 04-25-25
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.
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At time of reinspection staff still has not begin the department's required 40-hour introductory child care training with in 90 days of employment or complete training with one year, therefore still not in compliance.
Correction status
Due by May 30, 2025
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PERSONNEL - 66 - Training Requirements (Articles VI and XV.D; 65C-22 F.A.C.)
Children received and present in the program were not signed in as required.
Correction / follow-up note
At time of inspection observed in classroom (Preschool 2A) where a few children were not signed in, teacher corrected the signed in at the time of inspection. Therefore now in compliance.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 34 - Daily Attendance Log (Article XV.E)
Official code
34-05
Higher concern: Background screening
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The personnel record for staff did not include a signed "Affidavit of Good Moral Character".
Inspector notes
At time of inspection observed staff (LO) missing Good Moral Character letter signed, therefore not in compliance.
Correction status
Due by March 14, 2025
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PERSONNEL - 60 - Good Moral Character Affidavit (Article VII.A)
Official code
60-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
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The personnel record for staff did not include a current statement attesting that he/she was physically qualified to care for children.
Inspector notes
At time of inspection observed that staff (LO) does not have a current statement that she was physically qualified to care for children.
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
At time of inspection observed that staff (MR) has not begun the required 40 hr introductory childcare training within 90 days of employment, therefore not in compliance.
Correction status
Due by March 26, 2025
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PERSONNEL - 66 - Training Requirements (Articles VI and XV.D; 65C-22 F.A.C.)
Official code
66-03
Higher concern: Child guidance
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The personnel record for staff did not include a statement that they read or had read to them and understood the contents of the pamphlet "Child Abuse and Neglect in Florida, A Guide for Professionals."
Inspector notes
At time of inspection observed staff (CR) missing signed statement contenting Child Abuse and Neglect, therefore not in compliant.
The child care staff failed to comply with the facilitys written policy as evidenced by [put children in the restroom for 10 to 30 seconds while crying in the classroom].
Correction / follow-up note
Staff S.S stated that: While the children are crying, she put them in the bathroom for about 10 to 30 seconds, not to punish them, but to stop the crying. She always keep the bathroom door open and stands next it while the children are inside. Corrective action must be submitted
Correction status
Due by October 13, 2023
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 09 - Discipline (Article IX.C)
Official code
09-01
Medium concern: Staff training
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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.
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Staff M.R did not complete the 40 hours training after more than 1 year with the program. Date of hire: 10/16/2021
Correction status
Due by November 17, 2023
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PERSONNEL - 66 - Training Requirements (Articles VI and XV.D; 65C-22 F.A.C.)
The facility did not have verification of a current and approved annual fire inspection. Inspection and approval was required as of [1/26/23]. 1. Ambulance 2. Fire 3. Police 4. Regional and National Poison Control 5. Florida Abuse Hotline 6. Palm Beach County Health Department
Report comments
At time of inspection the last current fire inspection was dated 1/26/22
Correction status
Due by May 9, 2023
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 28 - Fire Drills/Fire Plan/Fire Inspection (Articles X.A, F and XV.E)
Official code
28-06
Questions to ask
Suggested questions for parents based on recorded violations in inspection reports. If there are not enough source-backed violations, you will see general questions for daycare.
Finding-specific
How does the center ensure that daily attendance logs are consistently accurate and complete for every classroom?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records show that recent inspection reports identified instances where children present in the facility were not properly recorded on the daily attendance logs.
Context
The facility corrected these issues at the time of the inspections.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is the current process for verifying that all staff members have completed their required background screenings and employment history checks before they begin working with children?
Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report noted that documentation for required staff screening clearances and employment history checks was not available for review at the facility.
Related violations
Finding-specific
Can you describe the training and support provided to staff regarding the facility's discipline policies and appropriate ways to manage challenging behaviors?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records indicate past concerns regarding staff adherence to written discipline policies, making this a helpful topic to discuss to understand current classroom practices.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you track and ensure that all staff members stay current with their required professional development and health documentation?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records show multiple instances across recent years where staff training requirements or health-related documentation were found to be incomplete or expired.
Context
A later inspection conducted in April 2026 did not identify these issues.
Related violations
General question
What is your approach to maintaining open communication with families regarding daily routines and any changes in classroom staffing?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Understanding how the center communicates helps families feel more connected to their child's daily experience and aware of how the facility manages its operations.