Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 1.71
- Local median
- 1.33
Hands On Learning Center, Inc.
11367 Okeechobee Blvd, Royal Palm Beach, FL 33411
- License:
- C15PB0487
- 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, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Transportation
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 83
- 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 inspectionJune 26, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsJune 26, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 17 available inspections for Hands On Learning Center, Inc. from April 18, 2023 through June 26, 2026.
Eight inspections recorded violations, with 29 recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on June 8, 2026 and involved attendance accountability, with a due date of June 22, 2026.
That higher-concern topic showed up in five inspections.
A later inspection showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether it was a formal follow-up.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 17
- Recorded violations
- 29
- Higher-concern violations
- 16
- Repeated topics
- 4
8 in last 12 months
15 in last 12 months
11 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
17 total inspections vs 8 local median in 33411
Compared to 31 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 35%
- Local median
- 27%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 47%
- Local median
- 43%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 4
- Local average
- 2.97
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Attendance accountability
Appeared across 5 inspections, with 10 recorded violations.
June 20, 2025October 13, 2025February 18, 2026March 17, 2026June 8, 2026Administrative posting
Appeared across 4 inspections, with 6 recorded violations.
June 20, 2025July 10, 2025October 13, 2025June 8, 2026Hazardous access
Appeared across 4 inspections, with 5 recorded violations.
November 28, 2023June 20, 2025October 13, 2025June 8, 2026Equipment or readiness
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
November 28, 2023October 13, 2025Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
No recorded violations in this report
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The wall in the [VPK / 3yrold room] room was not in good repair as evidenced by [peeling paint]. Physical Facility [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Observed peeling paint on the wall of the VPK room. Observed in restroom of the older 3yrold room the palm tree located on the wall is peeling . Observed the 2nd VPK room below the palm tree there peeling paint.
- Correction status
- Due by June 22, 2026
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 following interior areas of the facility were observed to not be in good repair: [1 step to facility bus]. Physical Facility [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Observed vehicle 1 with the tag #99AVGP. The first step of the facility bus poses as tripping hazard due to rubber that is attached to step is loose.
- Correction status
- Due by June 22, 2026
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 15 - Floor, Walls, and Ceiling Good Repair (Article X.A)
- Official code
- 15-03
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- Child(ren) released to parent/guardian was/were not signed out by an authorized person.
- Inspector notes
- Observed the sign in / out log, The one child (AQ) was not signed out on 6/3-4/2026.
- Correction status
- Due by June 22, 2026
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 34 - Daily Attendance Log (Article XV.E)
- Official code
- 34-04
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- The sign in or sign out record did not include the time the child was received or released. Safety [SR]
- Report comments
- The time is missing on the sign in /out sheet for the child (AQ) on the following days 6/3/2026 and 6/4/2026.
- Correction status
- Due by June 22, 2026
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 34 - Daily Attendance Log (Article XV.E)
- Official code
- 34-06
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- A container with a warning label to keep out of the reach of children was observed accessible to children in the area of [pull out draw in the summer room.]. Safety [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Observed in the pull-out draw in the summer camp room there was bottle of Gorilla Snot Gel and small bottle of Lumin Essence Harvest Apple Fragrance oil. The bottles have warning label which reads keep out of reach of children. The Director removed the items during the time of inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 36 - Toxic/Hazardous Items (Article X.A)
- Official code
- 36-06
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- Staff purses or other personal items were observed accessible to children in the [purse in unlock cabinet].
- Inspector notes
- Observed staff purse located in lower cabinet in summer camp room which was unlocked. The Staff removed the purse during the time of inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 36 - Toxic/Hazardous Items (Article X.A)
- Official code
- 36-07
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- Personnel at the child care facility did not complete an Affidavit of Good Moral Character prior to working with children.
- Report comments
- No current Good Moral Character forms for 3 employees (MG, YM, and MZ).
- Correction status
- Due by June 22, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PERSONNEL - 60 - Good Moral Character Affidavit (Article VII.A)
- Official code
- 60-02
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- Child(ren) released to parent/guardian was/were not signed out by an authorized person.
- Report comments
- The Director emailed the sign out sheet of the parent completing the form for the four children. However, The Department reviewed the Log during time of inspection and there was (AR): 3/12/2026. (GR): 3/12/2026 (DG): 3/6/2026 (JJ) : 3/13/2026 (MJ): 3/13/2026 (NJ): 3/13/2026 (MP): 3/3/2026
- Correction status
- Due by March 23, 2026
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 34 - Daily Attendance Log (Article XV.E)
- Official code
- 34-04
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- Children received and present in the program were not signed in as required.
- Report comments
- (ZS) 3/13/2026 (TS): 3/13/2026
- Correction status
- Due by March 23, 2026
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 34 - Daily Attendance Log (Article XV.E)
- Official code
- 34-05
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- Child(ren) released to parent/guardian was/were not signed out by an authorized person.
- Report comments
- The following children were not signed out/ missing a time for 2/17/2026 (LO), (JR), (IM).The child (CC) has missing signature/ time for the following days: 2/5/2026- 2/10/2026. During the time of inspection, The parent stop by and signed the child out for the two days. The child (HM) has a missing time / missing signature for 2/6/2026.
- Correction status
- Due by March 3, 2026
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 34 - Daily Attendance Log (Article XV.E)
- Official code
- 34-04
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- Children received and present in the program were not signed in as required.
- Report comments
- The child (GR) was missing the sign in time/ signature for 2/17/2026. The Director made corrections by signing the sheet because on 2/17/2026 she is the one who received the child.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 34 - Daily Attendance Log (Article XV.E)
- Official code
- 34-05
No recorded violations in this report
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The facility failed to provide sufficient lighting equivalent to 20 foot candles in the [lighting near the boys restroom / 2yrold class] area to allow for supervision and safe entering and exiting of the room. (Section 10.1, number 1) Physical Facility [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Observed small hallway near the boy's restroom and the entrance of the 2yrold classroom the lighting measured at 5ftc.
- Correction status
- Due by November 10, 2025
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 22 - Physical Facility: Lighting, Temperature, Ventilation (Article X.A) Lighting, Temperature, Ventilation (Article X.A) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10 Physical Environment, Pages 23-24)
- Official code
- 22-04
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- Peeling paint was observed on the surface of the [yellow ] in the outdoor area.
- Inspector notes
- Observed peeling paint on the yellow equipment
- Correction status
- Due by November 10, 2025
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 31 - Play Equipment (Article X.A, and H) (Article X.A, and H) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 11 Equipment and Furnishings, Pages 26-27)
- Official code
- 31-13
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- Children received and present in the program were not signed in as required.
- Report comments
- Observe one child (NB) was not signed in on 10/7/2025.
- Correction status
- Due by November 10, 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
- 34-05
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- The facility failed to keep all flammable products inaccessible to children; [Rubbing Alcohol] was observed [Bus], a location accessible to children. (Section 10, number 4) Safety [SR]
- Report comments
- Observe a spray bottle of rubbing alcohol located in net behind the driver seat which is located where the children sit.
- Correction status
- Due by October 24, 2025
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 36 - Toxic/Hazardous Items (Article X.A) (Article X.A) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10 Physical Environment, Pages 22-23)
- Official code
- 36-02
No recorded violations in this report
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The facility failed to maintain the ground cover/other protective surface under the [rocking toys/ seesaw] to reduce the incidence of injuries to children in the event of falls. Safety [SR]
- Report comments
- The Department measured the mulch on the play area, the mulch measured at 1inch underneath the rocking toys and seesaw.
- Correction status
- Due by July 18, 2025
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 31 - Play Equipment (Article X.A, and H)
- Official code
- 31-04
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The wall in the [VPK , Pre-K, 2yrold, Library] room was not in good repair as evidenced by [peeling paint]. Physical Facility [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Observed peeling paint in the 2yrold class on white wall above diaper changing table, Grey wall of the library room, 2nd VPK room there peeling paint on the white wall. Lastly there is peeling paint on the purple wall in the Pre-K room.
- Correction status
- Due by July 7, 2025
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 facility failed to maintain the ground cover/other protective surface under the [rocking toys/ seesaw] to reduce the incidence of injuries to children in the event of falls. Safety [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Observed the play area, mulch did not measure at 6inches, Mulch was measured at 1inch underneath the rocking toys and seesaw.
- Correction status
- Due by July 7, 2025
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 31 - Play Equipment (Article X.A, and H)
- Official code
- 31-04
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- Child(ren) released to parent/guardian was/were not signed out by an authorized person.
- Report comments
- 6/17/2025 The child (EE) was not signed out parent signature was missing . 6/11/2025 : The child (LF) was not signed out parent signature was missing. 6/13/2025 : The child (JF) was not signed out parent signature was missing. 6/10/2025 The child (HM) was not signed out parent signature was missing. 6/19/2025 The child (TS) was not signed out parent signature was missing. 6/17/2025 The child (AR) was not signed out parent signature was missing .
- Correction status
- Due by July 7, 2025
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 34 - Daily Attendance Log (Article XV.E)
- Official code
- 34-04
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- Children received and present in the program were not signed in as required.
- Report comments
- 6/18/2025 The child (CA) was not signed in , Parent signature is missing. 6/9/2025 The child (EA) was not signed in , parent signature is missing.
- Correction status
- Due by July 7, 2025
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 34 - Daily Attendance Log (Article XV.E)
- Official code
- 34-05
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- The sign in or sign out record did not include the time the child was received or released. Safety [SR]
- Report comments
- The following children were missing time on the sign in /out sheet. CA: 6/18/2025 EE: 6/17/2025 LF: 6/11/2025 JF: 6/16/2025 HM: 6/10/2025 TS: 6/19/2025/ 6/5/2025 EA: 6/9/2025 AR: 6/17/2025
- Correction status
- Due by July 7, 2025
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 34 - Daily Attendance Log (Article XV.E)
- Official code
- 34-06
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- Staff purses or other personal items were observed accessible to children in the [School age/ VPK Room.].
- Inspector notes
- Observed two staff purses located school age / VPK room. The teacher removed during the time of inspection.
- Correction status
- Due by July 7, 2025
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 36 - Toxic/Hazardous Items (Article X.A)
- Official code
- 36-07
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
- The staff member (AR) needs to complete the 5 hour early literacy course.
- Correction status
- Due by July 7, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PERSONNEL - 66 - Training Requirements (Articles VI and XV.D; 65C-22 F.A.C.)
- Official code
- 66-04
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- There was incomplete information on the enrollment form for the child(ren). Childrens Records [SR]
- Report comments
- Influenza brochure was missing for (HM) and (KH)
- Correction status
- Due by July 7, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PERSONNEL - 71 - Enrollment Information (Article XV.B and C)
- Official code
- 71-02
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Snack food, [Apples (handwashing sink)], was not stored properly in a tightly sealed container or wrap. (Section 17.2, number 4) (Section 17.2, number 5) Food And Nutrition [SR]
- Report comments
- Observe in the kitchen area, multiple apples were stored in the handwashing sink. The Director removed during the time of inspection.
- Correction status
- Due by October 25, 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
- 46-03
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Styrofoam tableware was used for children under four years of age.
- Inspector notes
- Observed , that the 2 yr old were been served lunch on Styrofoam plate. Director made changes by adding the children lunch on a compostable paper plate.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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
- 46-11
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
- Peeling paint was observed on the surface of the [Teeter Totter] in the outdoor area.
- Inspector notes
- Observed peeling paint located on the a red / blue teeter totter rocking equipment has peeling paint.
- Correction status
- Due by December 5, 2023
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 31 - Play Equipment (Article X.A, and H) (Article X.A, and H) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 11 Equipment and Furnishings, Pages 26-27)
- Official code
- 31-13
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- The facility failed to keep all toxic materials inaccessible to children; [ Gain Detergant / Container of Adhesive Superior and bag Insect Killer] was observed [Unlocked closet near the 2/3 year old class], a location accessible to children. (Section 10, number 4) Safety [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Observed an unlocked closet door with items stored inside such as a container of Gain detergent, Adhesive Superior and Bag Insect Killer. The Director locked the door during the time of inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 36 - Toxic/Hazardous Items (Article X.A) (Article X.A) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10 Physical Environment, Pages 22-23)
- Official code
- 36-03
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- The child care facility made bedding assignments but had no record for review.
- Inspector notes
- Observed each classroom there was no record of a bedding assignment to review during the time of inspection.
- Correction status
- Due by December 5, 2023
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 38 - Furniture/Bedding (Articles X.A, C; XII.I and XV.E) (Articles X.A, C; XII.I and XV.E) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 12.4 Bedding and Linens, Page 29)
- Official code
- 38-15
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 explain the current process for ensuring that daily attendance logs are accurately completed with sign-in and sign-out times for every child?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records show multiple instances across several inspections where attendance logs were missing required sign-in or sign-out times. Asking about the current process helps clarify how the center now ensures these records are maintained correctly.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps does the center take to ensure that personal items, such as staff purses, are kept in secure areas inaccessible to children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report notes that staff personal items were found in areas accessible to children. This has been a recurring topic in available records, so understanding the current storage policy is useful for parents.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How does the center verify that all staff members have completed the required background screening and moral character documentation before they begin working with children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from a recent inspection indicate that some staff members did not have the required moral character documentation on file. This question helps parents understand the center's current administrative procedures for personnel compliance.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is the center's routine for inspecting outdoor play equipment and the surrounding ground cover to ensure it remains in good repair?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records show past findings related to the maintenance of outdoor equipment and protective ground cover. Asking about the current maintenance schedule helps parents understand how the facility keeps the play area ready for daily use.
Related violations
General question
How does the center communicate with parents regarding daily routines and any changes in classroom procedures?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Understanding how a provider keeps families informed about daily operations and policy updates helps parents feel more connected to their child's care environment. This information is helpful for establishing a strong partnership between the family and the center.