The bleach/water solution was not made fresh each day.
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At the time of inspection, 1yr-old room had no sanitize solution. Technical assistance was provided to prevent future violation. Operator was able to make sanitize solution at 100ppm before the end of inspection.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 13 - Appropriate Sanitizers (Articles XIV.D and XV.E)
Official code
13-03
Low concern: Administrative posting
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The facility did not conduct emergency drills listed in the emergency preparedness plan at least annually. Safety [SR]
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At the time of inspection, last drill was a weather drill on 1/30/24 at 1:10pm with 80 youth and 14 staff took 1 minute and 55 seconds to clear. Technical assistance was provided to prevent future violation. Operator completed a lockdown drill in presence of inspector on 3/19/2026 at 10:13am with 70 youth and 6 staff took 2 minutes to clear.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 30 - Emergency Response Plan (Articles X.F and XV.E)
Official code
30-10
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
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The attendance log was not available for review where the group of children were located. Safety [SR]
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At the time of inspection, 3yr-old classroom was all down the hall from the classroom in the bathroom, but the attendance log was still in the classroom. Technical assistance was provided to prevent future violation. The director was able to retrieve the attendance log to keep with the class.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 34 - Daily Attendance Log (Article XV.E)
The license holder did not provide verification of comprehensive general liability insurance.
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INSURANCE DOESNT HAVE FDOH AS LIEN HOLDER INSURANCE EXPIRED 6-13-2025 FACILITY MUST MAINTAIN INSURANCE AT ALL TIMES
Correction status
Due by July 15, 2025
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 01 - Insurance (Article IV.B)
Official code
01-01
Medium concern: Facility condition
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Toilet paper was not available in the [BOYS &GIRLS BATHROOM] toilet room/bathroom. General Requirements [SR]
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AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION NO TOILET PAPER IN CHILDREN BATHROOM (BOTH BOYS&GIRLS)
Correction status
Due by July 14, 2025
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 10 - Proper Hand Washing (Articles X.D)
Official code
10-03
Medium concern: Facility condition
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Disposable towels or individual towels were not available in the [BOYS AND GIRLS,BATHROOM] hand washing area. General Requirements [SR]
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AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION THERE WERE NO SOAP IN THE BOYS AND GIRL BATHROOM.
Correction status
Due by July 14, 2025
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 10 - Proper Hand Washing (Articles X.D)
Official code
10-04
Medium concern: Facility condition
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Soap was not available in the [BOY AND GIRLS BATHROOM] hand washing area. General Requirements [SR]
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AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION THERE WAS NO SOAP IN THE BOYS AND GIRL BATHROOM
Correction status
Due by July 14, 2025
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 10 - Proper Hand Washing (Articles X.D)
Official code
10-05
Low concern: Administrative posting
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The ceiling in the [FRONT ENTRANCE AC VENT IS LEAKING WATER] roomwas not clean. Physical Facility [SR]
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AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION AC VENT LOCATED IN THE ENTRANCE IS DRIPPING WATER CEILING IS DIRTY BIG BEN OUT TO CATCH THE WATER
Correction status
Due by July 23, 2025
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 18 - Premises Clean/Sanitary/in Good Repair (Article X.A)
Official code
18-03
Low concern: Administrative posting
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A sharp or jagged edge was exposed on the [SLIDE ].
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EQUIPMENT IN PLAY AREA ON SLIDE HAS A SHARP EDGE THAT IS UNSAFE FOR THE CHILDREN
Correction status
Due by July 24, 2025
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 31 - Play Equipment (Article X.A, and H)
Official code
31-02
Low concern: Administrative posting
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Peeling paint was observed on the surface of the [OF MERRY GO ROUND CAR] in the outdoor area.
Inspector notes
PEELING PAINT WAS OBSERVED ON INFANT PLAY AREA
Correction status
Due by July 25, 2025
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 31 - Play Equipment (Article X.A, and H)
Official code
31-13
Medium concern: Staff training
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The successful completion of the 40-hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement was not recorded on the Department's training transcript for staff.
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TRAINING HOURS SHOULD BE RECORED ON THE PROPER FORM
Correction status
Due by July 25, 2025
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PERSONNEL - 66 - Training Requirements (Articles VI and XV.D; 65C-22 F.A.C.)
Official code
66-02
Medium concern: Staff training
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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]
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ANNUAL TRAINING SHOULD BE COMPLETED EACH FISCAL YEAR.
Documentation of the in-service training was not recorded on CF-FSP Form 5268 or an equivalent form for staff. Personnel Records [SR]
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HOURS SHOULD BE DOCUMENTED ON THE PROPER FORM 7Stars Academy Of Palm Beach Gardens C15PB0413 / 50512933275 7936 N Military Trl West Palm Beach FL 33410 Routine 07/11/2025 Page 6 of 8
Staff in the [2-3 yr old] area was observed to not wash hands after each diapering procedure. General Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
At time of reinspection observed children still using handwashing sink, gave technical assistance and showed the standard they much follow. Standard X.D9a: The hand wash sink shall be immediately adjacent or in close proximity to the diaper change table, shall be at adult height (rim at 32-34 inches above the floor surface) not be accessible for use by children, and shall be used exclusively for staff's hand washing following diaper changing activities. This standard is still not in compliance.
Correction status
Due by April 11, 2025
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 10 - Proper Hand Washing (Articles X.D)
A staffing ratio of [20:1] for the children age [4 yrs] is the minimum required. There was/were [1] staff for [27] children aged [4-5 yrs] observed. General Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
At time of inspection observed staff ratio of 1 staff with 27 children, when it should only be 20 children to one staff.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 05 - Staff Ratio (Articles VIII.B, C, and XVIII.A, B)
Official code
05-01
Medium concern: Facility condition
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Toilet paper was not available in the [girls & boys] toilet room/bathroom. General Requirements [SR]
Report comments
At time of inspection no toilet paper in children bathroom (both girls & boys).
Correction status
Due by March 24, 2025
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 10 - Proper Hand Washing (Articles X.D)
Official code
10-03
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
Soap was not available in the [girls & boys ] hand washing area. General Requirements [SR]
Report comments
At time of inspection there was no soap in the boys & girls bathroom
Correction status
Due by March 24, 2025
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 10 - Proper Hand Washing (Articles X.D)
Official code
10-05
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
Staff in the [2 1/2 to 3 yr old classroom ] area was observed to not wash hands after each diapering procedure. General Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
At time of inspection observed staff changing diaper using the children handwashing sink, was given technical assistance, that there needs to be a handwashing sink for staff when changing diapers with hot running water.
Correction status
Due by March 24, 2025
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 10 - Proper Hand Washing (Articles X.D)
Official code
10-10
Low concern: Administrative posting
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The wall in the [4 yrs old] room was not in good repair as evidenced by [peeling paint]. Physical Facility [SR]
Inspector notes
At time of inspection observed peeling paint in VPK classroom (when walking into classroom, straight ahead to the right).
Correction status
Due by March 24, 2025
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 15 - Floor, Walls, and Ceiling Good Repair (Article X.A)
Official code
15-02
Low concern: Administrative posting
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The following interior areas of the facility were observed to not be clean and sanitary: [Vent located in the entrance of the facility (lobby).]. Physical Facility [SR]
Inspector notes
At time of inspection observed a/c vent very dirty with lots of dust, located in the entrance of the facility (lobby).
Correction status
Due by March 24, 2025
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 18 - Premises Clean/Sanitary/in Good Repair (Article X.A)
Official code
18-05
Low concern: Administrative posting
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Evidence of current insect infestation was observed. Physical Facility [SR]
Inspector notes
At time of inspection observed dead insects in cabinet located in kitchen.
Correction status
Due by March 24, 2025
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 18 - Premises Clean/Sanitary/in Good Repair (Article X.A)
Official code
18-07
Low concern: Administrative posting
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Toilet paper was not available and within reach in all children and staff bathrooms. Physical Facility [SR]
Inspector notes
At time of inspection observed no toilet paper or paper towels in children bathroom.
Correction status
Due by March 24, 2025
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 23 - Toilet and Bath Facilities (Article X.D)
Official code
23-09
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
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The outdoor play space was not adequately enclosed; fencing was missing, broken or not safely secure as evidenced by [a hole in the fence on the big playground.]. Physical Facility [SR]
Inspector notes
At time of inspection observed a hole in the fence on the big playground on the south end of the property.
Correction status
Due by March 24, 2025
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 25 - Outdoor Play Area Free of Debris/Fenced/Shaded (Article X.B)
Official code
25-04
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The facility did not conduct a fire drill for the month(s) of [February]. Safety [SR]
Report comments
At time of inspection facility has not conduct a fire drill in the month of February 2025.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 28 - Fire Drills/Fire Plan/Fire Inspection (Articles X.A, F and XV.E)
Official code
28-01
Low concern: Administrative posting
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An exit that did not open onto a safe, protected area lacked an operable, audible alert mechanism that sounded when the door was opened.
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At time of inspection audible alert mechanism not working on front door leading to parking lot.
Correction status
Due by March 24, 2025
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 39 - Audible Alert Mechanism (Article X.A)
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 ensuring the daily attendance log stays with the children at all times?
Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from March 2026 noted that the attendance log was not available where the children were located. This question helps clarify how the center ensures staff maintain accurate, accessible records for all groups.
Context
The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps does the center take to ensure that essential supplies like soap and paper towels are always available in the children's bathrooms?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from multiple inspections between 2025 and 2026 show repeated instances where soap or paper towels were not available in the bathrooms. Asking about the current restocking routine helps understand how the center maintains these hygiene standards.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How does the center manage and track the expiration dates for children's immunization records?
Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from July 2025 indicated that some immunization records on file were expired. This question helps parents understand the center's administrative process for keeping health documentation current.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is the center's approach to ensuring all staff members complete their required annual training and maintain proper documentation?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records from July 2025 noted that some staff training documentation was not recorded on the required forms. This question helps clarify how the center tracks professional development and ensures compliance with training standards.
Related violations
General question
How does the center communicate with families about daily routines and any changes in classroom procedures?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Understanding the center's communication style helps families stay informed about their child's daily experience and the center's operational practices. Consistent communication is key to building a strong partnership between parents and staff.