Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 1.03
- Local median
- 0.48
Wellington Preschool
9135 Lake Worth Rd, Lake Worth, FL 33467
- License:
- C15PB0365
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 11, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- Gold Seal, School Readiness, VPK, After School, Drop In, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 307
- 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 inspectionFebruary 20, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsFebruary 20, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 29 available inspections for Wellington Preschool from February 7, 2023 through February 20, 2026.
12 inspections recorded violations, with 30 recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on September 29, 2025 and involved staff-to-child ratio.
Two later inspections, from October 9, 2025 through February 20, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 29
- Recorded violations
- 30
- Higher-concern violations
- 8
- Repeated topics
- 4
4 in last 12 months
2 in last 12 months
1 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
29 total inspections vs 10.5 local median in 33467
Compared to 14 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 24%
- Local median
- 3%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 41%
- Local median
- 33%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 4
- Local average
- 0.93
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 3 inspections, with 5 recorded violations.
August 18, 2023September 3, 2024May 16, 2025Incident records
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
September 3, 2024March 11, 2025July 9, 2025Child guidance
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
March 11, 2025July 9, 2025Equipment or readiness
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
May 16, 2025September 29, 2025Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
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 [Fire]. 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 most recent fire inspection report was generated on 9/10/2025. The facility has a pending violation that needs to be addressed. Fire drills records were monitored for each month from 3/19/2024 to 9/5/2025. On the second day of the inspection (9/30/2025), the Environmental Specialist II was present for a fire drill with staff and children. Twenty-nine adults and 189 children exited the facility via the primary route in 2 minutes and 28 seconds.
- Correction status
- Due by October 8, 2025
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
- 28-06
Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
- Report finding
- At least one of the two teachers required to maintain staff to child ratios for a group size of [6] for [Infant classroom] did not possess an active credential as recognized by the department. (Section 4, numbers 1 6 and 11) School Readiness [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the following teacher to child ratios were observed: Infants, 2:6. At first the teachers in this classroom were Gabriela P. and Luisa R. They are without staff credentials. Gabriela P. was replaced with Hatsubey B who was in Toddler A classroom. Hatsubey B. has a National Credential that expires on 12/20/2026 Jr Preschool A (Two years old), 1:8 Jr Preschool B (Two years old), 1:7Jr Preschool C (Two years old), 1:11Preschool A (Three years old), 2:7 Preschool C (Three years old), 1:10 Preschool E (Three years old), 1:6 Toddler A, 2:10 Toddler B, 1:6 Pre-K A, 1:8 Pre-K C, 1:9 Pre-D, 1:10 Pre-E, 1:10 VPK C, 1:10 VPK D, 1:9 VPK E, 1:9 VPK F, 1:10 VP ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- TRANSPORTATION - 84 - Group Size (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 4 Group Size, Pages 14-15)
- Official code
- 84-02
Higher concern: Child guidance
- Report finding
- Program staff inappropriately interacted with children in care in that interactions were [Aggressive] 1.Aggressive 2.Demeaning 3.Intimidating (Section 21, number 1) General Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, video footage was obtained of the incident. It can be seen where there are two teachers in the 2 years old classroom. Teacher A.P. walked towards a group of 15 students sitting on the floor in the corner of the classroom while her hands were behind her back. Student A.K. was sitting on the floor, then she leaned forward, face on the carpet, crotched over, and arms on the floor. Teacher A.P. grabbed student by the approximately upper shoulder area, lifted the student off the floor, legs swinging and then placed student of the floor feet first while holding the student's upper shoulder, walking away from the group of students. According to the tea ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 09 - Discipline (Article IX.C) (Article IX.C) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 9 Child Discipline, Pages 21-22)
- Official code
- 09-10
Medium concern: Incident records
- Report finding
- Program staff failed to share the accident/incident form with the custodial parent/legal guardian on the day that the incident occurred. (Section 15.1, number 2) Safety [SR]
- Report comments
- Based on the incident report, the incident took place on 7/3/2025, administration signed on 7/3/2025, and a parent signed on 7/7/2025.
- Correction status
- Due by July 18, 2025
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 33 - Accident/Incident Reports Complete (Articles XIII.B and XV.E) (Articles XIII.B and XV.E) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 15 Emergency Procedures and Notification, Page 35)
- Official code
- 33-07
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
- Childcare personnel, Amaya Parker was hired on 7.15.2024. According to the DCF training transcript, she started her 40 hour training on 10.20.2021, with Part I and Part II of childcare facility training completed stating as No. According to the assistant director, Amaya Parker was terminated on 7/3/2025 hence issue has been resolved.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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
- Child childcare personnel Amaya Parker- 5 hour early literacy training was not completed. According to the assistant director Staff person Amaya Parker was terminated on 7/3/2025, hence issue has been resolved.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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
No recorded violations in this report
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The wall in the [Preschool B] room was not in good repair as evidenced by [peeling paint]. Physical Facility [SR]
- Report comments
- A section of the wall in the Preschool B classroom had paint that was peeling. This area needs to be improved.
- Correction status
- Due by June 16, 2025
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 15 - Floor, Walls, and Ceiling Good Repair (Article X.A)
- Official code
- 15-02
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The fire extinguisher did not have a tag or label to show it had been serviced annually. Safety [SR]
- Report comments
- The fire extinguishers seen were last serviced April 2024.
- Correction status
- Due by May 27, 2025
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 29 - Fire Extinguisher (Article X.A and F; 69A-36, FAC)
- Official code
- 29-02
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- Peeling paint was observed on the surface of the [play equipment] in the outdoor area.
- Report comments
- Surfaces of outdoor play equipment were seen to have peeled away. One of the playhouses on the playground used by the 2- and 3-year- old children had railings that had stripped/ peeled off and some of the tricycles being used by the children were seen in the same state. There was a green stationary alligator/crocodile seen on the playground used by the older 3-year-olds and up that had peeled away were the eyes and snout/concave circles are. It is important that the equipment used by the children are inspected for peeling/ stripping paint and rusting and the improvement of same be done.
- Correction status
- Due by June 16, 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
- Floor mats were not covered with an impermeable surface. Safety [SR]
- Report comments
- The stuffings (sponge) of some of the mats seen were exposed. All mats used by the children are to be checked and if they are compromised, they are to be no longer used by children in care.
- Correction status
- Due by June 16, 2025
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 38 - Furniture/Bedding (Articles X.A, C; XII.I and XV.E)
- Official code
- 38-06
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- An accurate, conspicuous thermometer was not provided in all refrigeration/cold holding units. Food And Nutrition [SR]
- Report comments
- In the classroom Toddler A, the freezer compartment of the refrigerator did not have a thermometer inside. It is important that each compartment of a refrigerator used to maintain temperature of items such as teething rings and food for children in care has a functional thermometer.
- Correction status
- Due by June 16, 2025
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 46 - Food Handling (Articles XI; XV.E and Chapter 64E-11 FAC)
- Official code
- 46-17
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Food products were stored on an unclean surface, [in the freezer section of the refrigerator seen in the Toddler A classroom.]. Food And Nutrition [SR]
- Report comments
- The freezer compartment of the refrigerator had ice covering all its surfaces. Being that this is a food contact surface, all areas of the refrigerator are to being clean which means free of buildup.
- Correction status
- Due by June 16, 2025
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 46 - Food Handling (Articles XI; XV.E and Chapter 64E-11 FAC)
- Official code
- 46-21
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- Documented verification of screening clearance for staff was not available at the facility for review during inspection. Background Screening [SR]
- Report comments
- Staff who are not properly screened must not be caring for children. Screening clearance for Mara Parra was not completed hence child eligibility stated 'DCF-Agency Review Required'. PERSONNEL RECORDS
- Correction status
- Due by May 21, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PERSONNEL - 62 - Local, State, Federal Check (Article VII.A, and F)
- Official code
- 62-01
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Child guidance
- Report finding
- Program staff inappropriately interacted with children in care in that interactions were [Agreesive] 1.Aggressive 2.Demeaning 3.Intimidating (Section 21, number 1) General Requirements [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- According to an incident report and statements, date 3/7/2025, @11:30am, Describe incident/ accident: While we were doing daily observations of the classroom, a student was seen throwing toys then the teacher walked over and grabbed her arm and took her to the bathroom. Violation corrected at time of inspection, employee terminated.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 09 - Discipline (Article IX.C) (Article IX.C) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 9 Child Discipline, Pages 21-22)
- Official code
- 09-10
Medium concern: Incident records
- Report finding
- The facility's documentation of an unusual incident/accident did not include information noted in number(s) as follows: [6] 1. The name of the affected person 2. Date and time of occurrence 3. Description of event 4. Actions taken by whom 5. Signatures of staff 6. Parent signature (Section 15.1, number 3) Safety [SR]
- Report comments
- Incident report monitored, according to the incident report, date 3/7/2025, @11:30am, parent signature not included on the incident report.
- Correction status
- Due by April 11, 2025
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 33 - Accident/Incident Reports Complete (Articles XIII.B and XV.E) (Articles XIII.B and XV.E) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 15 Emergency Procedures and Notification, Page 35)
- Official code
- 33-03
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Incident records
- Report finding
- The facility's documentation of an unusual incident/accident did not include information noted in number(s) as follows: [6] 1. The name of the affected person 2. Date and time of occurrence 3. Description of event 4. Actions taken by whom 5. Signatures of staff 6. Parent signature (Section 15.1, number 3) Safety [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- Observed them. Technical support regarding that the written report of the incident must be completed on the day the incident occurred and shared with the parent of any affected child on the same day. An action plan was required for moving forward. It was received on 09/04/24
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 33 - Accident/Incident Reports Complete (Articles XIII.B and XV.E) (Articles XIII.B and XV.E) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 15 Emergency Procedures and Notification, Page 35)
- Official code
- 33-03
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 alarm in VPK A was malfunctioning. The provider has replaced the batteries.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 39 - Audible Alert Mechanism (Article X.A) (Article X.A)
- Official code
- 39-01
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
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.
- Correction / follow-up note
- The audible door alarm in VPK classroom was not turned on. Violation was corrected at the time of the inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 39 - Audible Alert Mechanism (Article X.A) (Article X.A)
- Official code
- 39-01
No recorded violations in this report
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- An animal or pet was observed on the premise without prior approval.
- Correction / follow-up note
- The facility had animals on the premises without prior approval from the department. Children were observed interacting with a piglet, a goat and a cow on the premises. The violation was corrected at the time of inspection (Animals were removed from the premises.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 37 - Pet Prohibited (Article X.A) (Article X.A) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10 Physical Environment, Pages 22-23)
- Official code
- 37-01
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.
- Correction / follow-up note
- Employee did not complete the DCF 40 hours of training as per the requirement. The violation was corrected at the time of inspection ( the employee no longer works in the classroom)
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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
No recorded violations in this report
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- 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
- The facility converted the theater room into a teacher's lounge area. While this room was not being used as a classroom it was counted towards the facilities total capacity. Technical Assistance: The facility was provided two options. 1. Return the room back for its original purpose. 2. Submit an application to propose the changes to council.
- Correction status
- Due by May 16, 2023
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 02 - Licensed Facility (Article IV.A, and E)
- Official code
- 02-08
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- Facility staff person or employee requiring screening did not have current Level 2 clearance to work with children and was working/assisting at the facility while children were present. Background Screening [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Observed the substitute records contracted by Sub Teacher Source and the clearinghouse background for the former elementary school principle. Technical Assistance: All staff/employee entering the facility must have a clearing house Level 2 background on file. PERSONNEL RECORDS
- Correction status
- Due by May 16, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PERSONNEL - 62 - Local, State, Federal Check (Article VII.A, and F)
- Official code
- 62-02
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 did not have a minimum of 35 square feet of usable space for each child. The [glow worms/ discovery ] room which is routinely occupied by children has a capacity of [16] children and [17/20] children were observed in care. General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Observed the following rooms over capacity Glow worms - 2/17 Discovery - 1/17 Technical Assistance: Ensure that ratios are maintained within the capacity listed for each classrooms.
- Correction status
- Due by February 23, 2023
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Indoor/Outdoor Square Footage (Article X.A and B and Rule 65C-22.002(3), FAC)
- Official code
- 04-01
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The room capacity was not posted conspicuously in the following room(s): [see below] General Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- Capacity was not posted in multiple classrooms: bitty bugs jitter bugs grasshoppers bumblebees Technical Assistance: Ensure all classrooms have the capacity listed.
- Correction status
- Due by February 23, 2023
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Indoor/Outdoor Square Footage (Article X.A and B and Rule 65C-22.002(3), FAC)
- Official code
- 04-02
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- The daily attendance log for the [2 classes ] group did not include the names of all children in attendance.
- Report comments
- Sticky notes cannot be used to add students to the attendance sheet. Technical Assistance: A transition log can be used to keep attendance in real time when splitting classrooms to maintain ratios.
- Correction status
- Due by February 23, 2023
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 34 - Daily Attendance Log (Article XV.E)
- Official code
- 34-02
Higher concern: Sleep safety
- Report finding
- The facility did not maintain a minimum distance of 18 inches around individual napping spaces. Safety [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- Observed children napping and they did not have 18 inches around their cots. Technical Assistance: Violation was corrected at time of inspection. Ensure all cots/mats are spaced 18 inches apart during nap time.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 38 - Furniture/Bedding (Articles X.A, C; XII.I and XV.E)
- Official code
- 38-19
No recorded violations in this report
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The diaper changing pad in the [cuddle bugs ] area had slits/tears/holes which prevented adequate cleaning and sanitizing.
- Report comments
- The changing mat in the cuddle bugs room has slits. Technical assistance: Ensure all changing mats are free of slits/holes/tears and can be adequately cleaned and sanitized.
- Correction status
- Due by February 21, 2023
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 11 - Diaper Changing Area (Articles VIII.C and X.G)
- Official code
- 11-03
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facility's outdoor play area was observed to have [uneven floor and metal rods ] which is hazardous. Physical Facility [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Observed some areas in the play ground were extremely uneven and rubber matting/artificial grass was being held in place with metal rods. While the rods were not protruding from the ground the top of them are exposed and present a tripping hazards. Technical Assistance: Replace or correct areas that are uneven and find an alternative way to secure the flooring on the playground.
- Correction status
- Due by February 21, 2023
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 25 - Outdoor Play Area Free of Debris/Fenced/Shaded (Article X.B)
- Official code
- 25-02
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facility did not conduct a fire drill for the month(s) of [January ]. Safety [SR]
- Report comments
- Last fire drill: 12/20/22 @ 9AM. 19 Adults 172 Children Fire Inspection: 9/2022 Technical Assistance: Fire drills must be held monthly and should be logged once completed.
- Correction status
- Due by February 21, 2023
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 28 - Fire Drills/Fire Plan/Fire Inspection (Articles X.A, F and XV.E)
- Official code
- 28-01
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- Child(ren) released to parent/guardian was/were not signed out by an authorized person.
- Report comments
- Reviewed sign in/sign out for the week of 1/30/23-2/3/23. Technical Assistance: Since there has been a change of ownership and new staff on site, ensure all staff that are assisting in the transition of ownership are verifying that children are being picked up by an authorized person. While we understand that new staff members are part of this process, staff may not be familiar with the children's names and parent/guardian. To ensure that no child is released to an unauthorized person, ID's must be checked at the control point before allowing parents to take the child from the facility.
- Correction status
- Due by February 10, 2023
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 34 - Daily Attendance Log (Article XV.E)
- Official code
- 34-04
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
Can you describe the current process for verifying that all staff members in infant classrooms hold the required credentials?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an inspection in September 2025 show a finding regarding staff credential verification in an infant classroom. Asking about current verification processes helps clarify how the center ensures all staff meet regulatory requirements.
- Context
- The finding was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What training or support do you provide to teachers to ensure positive and respectful interactions with children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records from 2025 indicate concerns regarding staff interactions with children. This question allows the director to explain the center's approach to professional development and maintaining a supportive environment.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you ensure that all new staff members have completed their background screening before they begin working with children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from May 2025 noted a finding regarding the availability of background screening documentation. Asking about this process helps parents understand how the center manages personnel records and compliance.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your current system for documenting and communicating incident reports to parents?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records show multiple instances where incident reporting documentation was incomplete or not shared with parents in a timely manner. This question helps parents understand the center's current communication policy for accidents.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you maintain and monitor your emergency preparedness equipment, such as fire extinguishers and audible door alarms?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records from 2025 show findings related to fire safety equipment and emergency readiness. Asking about the maintenance schedule provides insight into how the facility ensures safety systems remain functional.
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