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 2, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMarch 2, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 11 available inspections for Temple Beth El Of Boca Raton Inc. from March 14, 2023 through March 2, 2026.
Five inspections recorded violations, with eight recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on October 22, 2025 and involved hazardous access, with a due date of November 28, 2025.
Two later inspections, from December 9, 2025 through March 2, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.
At a glance
Total inspections
11
3 in last 12 months
Recorded violations
8
3 in last 12 months
Higher-concern violations
3
1 in last 12 months
Repeated topics
0
Last 36 months
Local comparison
11 total inspections vs 10 local median in Boca Raton
Compared to 71 local facilities
Recorded violations per inspection
This provider
0.73
Local median
0.43
0.73This provider
0.43Local median
Inspections with higher-concern violations
This provider
27%
Local median
11%
27%This provider
11%Local median
Inspections with recorded violations
This provider
45%
Local median
25%
45%This provider
25%Local median
Repeated topics
This provider
0
Local average
0.8
0This provider
0.8Local average
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
No repeated topics found
The available reports do not show the same violation topic appearing in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. Review the inspection history below for any one-time violations or report details.
Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
Disposable towels or individual towels were not available in the [Room 125 and 116] hand washing area.
Inspector notes
During the inspection, observed the disposable paper towel dispensers were empty in rooms 116 and 125. Technical assistance was provided that disposable paper towels or individual towels must be available in the handwashing area for children. Provider promptly had maintenance replenish the paper towel dispensers in the aforementioned rooms.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 10 - Proper Hand Washing (Articles X.D)
Official code
10-04
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
Hot running water was not available in the [room 100] hand washing area.
Inspector notes
During the inspection, observed the temperature reading of the water from the handwashing sink on heat only read up to 81 degrees Fahrenheit. Technical assistance was provided from Article A.G.1. of Palm Beach County Rules and Regulations: "A changing table with an easily cleanable impervious surface and hand washing facilities, which include a basin with hot (not to exceed 110 degrees Fahrenheit) water. Provider had maintenance repair the temperature of the water in the sink, resolving the non-compliance at the time of inspection.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 10 - Proper Hand Washing (Articles X.D)
Official code
10-08
Higher concern: Hazardous access
Report finding
A power cord from the [walls in several classrooms] was accessible to children.
Inspector notes
During the inspection, observed several classrooms had power cord cables accessible to children. Technical assistance was provided that the power cords must be either removed or properly mounted so that they are not accessible to children.
Correction status
Due by November 28, 2025
More details
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 36 - Toxic/Hazardous Items (Article X.A)
An animal or pet was observed on the premise without prior approval.
Correction / follow-up note
At the time of the inspection, the facility has a petting zoo for the children during the summer camp season. The facility originally did not notify the Department in writing for the petting zoo, but technical assistance was provided. The inspector provided the assistant director with the licensing contact at DOH to send the required information requesting approval for the petting zoo. The assistant director completed the requested information and resolved the matter as DOH approved the petting zoo during the inspection. For future use of the petting zoo, the facility is aware to notify and request approval to DOH in writing prior. As per standards: Article X. Physical Facili ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 37 - Pet Prohibited (Article X.A)
The child care staff failed to comply with the facilitys written policy as evidenced by [children being buckled in the meal time chiar].
Report comments
The teachers were buckling children in meal time chairs. Technical assistance was provided that meal time chairs cannot be used to restrain children while in care. The facility has since removed the meal time chair in that classroom.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 09 - Discipline (Article IX.C)
Personnel at the child care facility did not complete an Affidavit of Good Moral Character prior to working with children.
Report comments
77 staff files were monitored for Good Moral Character Affidavits and 2 were not dated, 1 was not notarized. Technical assistance was provided to have the forms notarized/signed annually.
Correction status
Due by December 1, 2023
More details
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PERSONNEL - 60 - Good Moral Character Affidavit (Article VII.A)
Official code
60-02
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
77 staff files were monitored for Risk Assessment/Physical for I.R. had expired on 6/15/2023. Technical assistance was provided to have the documents updated.
Correction status
Due by December 1, 2023
More details
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PERSONNEL - 64 - Proof of Risk Assessment Completed/Negative TB Test (Article XV.D)
Items, namely, [child's T shirt and toilet paper], which were not required for diaper changing were observed on the diaper changing table.
Inspector notes
Observed a child's T shirt and toilet paper on the changing table in Room 121. Technical assistance was provided that no items other than diapering need to be on the changing table. The teacher removed the items during the inspection.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 11 - Diaper Changing Area (Articles VIII.C and X.G)
Official code
11-05
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 walk me through your current process for ensuring that all power cords and electrical equipment are kept safely out of reach in classrooms?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records show an inspection in October 2025 noted that power cords were accessible to children in several classrooms. This question helps parents understand how the facility manages potential hazards to ensure a secure environment.
Context
The facility was required to address this by November 2025.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What training or guidance do you provide to staff regarding appropriate ways to manage children's behavior during meal times?
Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from April 2024 included a finding regarding the use of meal time chairs for restraint. Asking this helps parents understand the center's current approach to child guidance and staff training.
Context
The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you ensure that all required staff background screening documents are kept up-to-date and properly notarized?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records from November 2023 noted that some staff files were missing notarized or dated Good Moral Character Affidavits. This question helps parents understand the administrative processes in place for maintaining staff compliance.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your daily routine for checking that handwashing supplies like soap and paper towels are fully stocked in all classrooms?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from an October 2025 inspection noted that paper towels were not available in certain handwashing areas. This question helps parents understand how the facility ensures that hygiene supplies are consistently available for children and staff.
Context
The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
General question
How do you handle communication with families when there are changes to the daily schedule or special activities on the premises?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Clear communication helps parents stay informed about their child's daily environment and any unique activities. Understanding how the center shares this information supports a collaborative relationship between families and the facility.