Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 1.47
- Local median
- 0.43
Kindercare Learning Centers, LLC
6550 Broken Sound Pkwy NW, Boca Raton, FL 33487
- License:
- C15PB0587
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 11, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- Gold Seal, School Readiness, VPK, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 132
- License expiration:
- December 31, 2026
Typical cost: Not available for Palm Beach County.
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 29, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsJune 29, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 19 available inspections for Kindercare Learning Centers, LLC from April 19, 2023 through June 29, 2026.
Seven inspections recorded violations, with 28 recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on May 28, 2026 and involved background screening.
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
- 19
- Recorded violations
- 28
- Higher-concern violations
- 5
- Repeated topics
- 4
5 in last 12 months
11 in last 12 months
4 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
19 total inspections vs 10 local median in Boca Raton
Compared to 71 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 16%
- Local median
- 11%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 37%
- Local median
- 25%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 4
- Local average
- 0.8
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Health or food records
Appeared across 4 inspections, with 8 recorded violations.
March 29, 2024August 14, 2024September 12, 2025May 28, 2026Staff training
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 5 recorded violations.
March 29, 2024September 12, 2025May 28, 2026Administrative posting
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
March 29, 2024October 31, 2024Facility condition
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
March 29, 2024October 31, 2024Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- The personnel record for staff did not include a signed "Affidavit of Good Moral Character".
- Correction / follow-up note
- Approximately seven personnel record did not have a current signed Affidavit of Moral Character. This was corrected at the time of the inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PERSONNEL - 60 - Good Moral Character Affidavit (Article VII.A)
- Official code
- 60-01
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]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time if the inspection, level 2 background screening for kitchen staff AC (date of hire 4/21/2026) was not available for review by the representative of the Department of Health. However, Environmental Supervisor, JW of Child Care Licensing was able to obtain said document through clearinghouse. In turn, this document was provided to the director of the facility. Please be advised that clearinghouse states Eligible Provisional so staff must supply DCF with requested documents in a timely manner to avoid being marked as Not Eligible. The director of the facility was provided with phone number for background screening, 850-300- 4247. PERSONNEL RECORDS
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PERSONNEL - 62 - Local, State, Federal Check (Article VII.A, and F)
- Official code
- 62-01
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.
- Inspector notes
- Four personnel records for staff did not include a statement that they were free tuberculosis in the communicable stage as indicated by an approved TB risk assessment, skin test or chest X-ray. The initials of these staff are M.C., A.C., A.C., and K.J.
- Correction status
- Due by June 29, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PERSONNEL - 64 - Proof of Risk Assessment Completed/Negative TB Test (Article XV.D)
- Official code
- 64-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The personnel record for staff did not include a current statement attesting that he/she was physically qualified to care for children.
- Report comments
- Four personnel records for staff did not include a statement that they were physically qualified to care for children. The initials of these staff are M.C., A.C., A.C., and K.J.
- Correction status
- Due by June 29, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PERSONNEL - 65 - Physical Examination (Article XV.D)
- Official code
- 65-01
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.
- Report comments
- Staff M.R (date of hire 5/27/2025) has not completed the required 40-hour introductory child care training within one year of employment. Please see supplementary sheet.
- Correction status
- Due by June 29, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PERSONNEL - 66 - Training Requirements (Articles VI and XV.D; 65C-22 F.A.C.)
- Official code
- 66-03
Higher concern: Child guidance
- Report finding
- 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." Personnel Records [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- Approximately seven personnel record did not have a current signed Child Abuse and Neglect statements. This was corrected at the time of the inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PERSONNEL - 68 - Child Abuse/Neglect Statement (Article VI.I)
- Official code
- 68-01
No recorded violations in this report
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.
- Inspector notes
- Observed child/children not signed out by an authorized person during the month of September 2-11. T.A. The custodial parent, guardian, or the authorized person who picks up the child shall be required to sign the child out, documenting the time the child was picked up.
- Correction status
- Due by September 26, 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
- 34-04
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The personnel record for staff did not include a current statement attesting that he/she was physically qualified to care for children.
- Inspector notes
- Observed several employees were missing current physical examinations. T.A. ensure that employees have current physical examinations at all time.
- Correction status
- Due by September 26, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PERSONNEL - 65 - Physical Examination (Article XV.D) (Article XV.D)
- Official code
- 65-01
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.
- Inspector notes
- Observed staff member that failed to begin DCF 40-hour training within the 90 days of employment. T.A. Ensure that staff member begin DCF training within the 90 days of employment.
- Correction status
- Due by September 26, 2025
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.
- Inspector notes
- Observed staff member that failed to complete the 5 hours training in Early Literacy within the required time. T.A. Ensure that training is completed within the required time.
- Correction status
- Due by September 26, 2025
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
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have at least one staff member present during all operating hours with proof of current approved CPR certification. (Section 13.4, numbers 1 and 2) Personnel Records [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Observed that not enough staff had current CPR Certification per group.
- Correction status
- Due by September 26, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PERSONNEL - 67 - Staff With Current CPR/First Aid (Article VI.I) (Article VI.I) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 13.4 First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Pages 31-32)
- Official code
- 67-03
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Hot running water was not available in the [Toddler Rooms A,B and Two B] hand washing area. (Section 17.1, number 1) (Section 12.3, number 1) General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection observed that 2 classrooms did not have water (Toddler room A and Two B) Room Toddler B has water that reaches 90 degrees so temp needs to be adjusted. Provided TA that All handwashing sinks must be labeled as handwashing sinks and have hot water that ranges from 100-110 degrees.
- Correction status
- Due by November 7, 2024
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 10 - Proper Hand Washing (Articles X.D) (Articles X.D) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10.6 Bathrooms and Sinks, Page 25)
- Official code
- 10-08
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The following interior areas of the facility were observed to not be in good repair: [Ceiling in Two B ]. (Section 10, number 1) Physical Facility [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection observed that the ceiling in childcare room Two B has a crack across the title. Advised Assistant Director that all childcare areas need to be in good condition and maintained for compliance.
- Correction status
- Due by November 7, 2024
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 15 - Floor, Walls, and Ceiling Good Repair (Article X.A) (Article X.A) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10 Physical Environment, Pages 22-23)
- Official code
- 15-03
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The bath facility was not cleaned and/or sanitized or disinfected after each use. (Section 10.6, number 5) Physical Facility [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection observed that the CCF Children restrooms all had dirty vents. Provided TA that all areas of care need to be maintained for the safety of the children.
- Correction status
- Due by November 7, 2024
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 23 - Toilet and Bath Facilities (Article X.D) (Article X.D) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10.6 Bathrooms and Sinks, Page 25)
- Official code
- 23-12
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 department]. 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]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection observed that the Annual fire inspection expired 10/05/2024 it was completed 10/05/2023.
- Correction status
- Due by November 12, 2024
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
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Incident records
- Report finding
- The facility failed to complete a written record of an unusual incident on the day of the occurrence. (Section 15.1, number 1) Safety [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- Inspector observed Child As record and per Teacher A, Teacher B, and Assistant Director, the facility failed to complete a written record of an unusual incident on the date of the occurrence 8/5/2024. The Director shall submit a Corrective Action Plan which will consist of a staff training on how and when to write an accident/incident report. Re-Inspection date: 8-21-2024
- Correction status
- Due by August 21, 2024
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
- 33-01
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- There was incomplete information on the enrollment form for the child(ren). (Section 19.2, number 7) Childrens Records [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- Inspector observed Child As enrollment packet and parent / guardian signature was incomplete. The Director shall submit a Corrective Action Plan which will consist of new procedures that will ensure that children will not start at the child care facility until the enrollment package is complete. Re-Inspection Date 8/21/2024
- Correction status
- Due by August 21, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PERSONNEL - 71 - Enrollment Information (Article XV.B and C) (Article XV.B and C) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 19.2 Record Keeping/Childrens Files, Page 47)
- Official code
- 71-02
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The facility did not have a Form 3040, Student Health Examination, upon admission. (Section 19.2, number 1) Childrens Records [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- Inspector observed Child As enrollment packet and Proof of physical examination was missing and never provided to the Child Care Facility. The Director shall submit a Corrective Action Plan which will consist of new procedures that will ensure that children will not start at the child care facility until the enrollment package is complete. Re-Inspection Date 8/21/2024
- Correction status
- Due by August 21, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PERSONNEL - 75 - Physical Examination (Form 3040) (Article XV.C) (Form 3040) (Article XV.C) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 19.2 Record Keeping/Childrens Files, Page 46)
- Official code
- 75-03
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The facility did not have Form 680, Florida Certificate of Immunization, or Form 681 on file upon admission. (Section 19.2, number 2) Childrens Records [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- Inspector observed Child As enrollment packet was missing Proof of Immunization. The Director shall submit a Corrective Action Plan which will consist of new procedures that will ensure that children will not start at the child care facility until the enrollment package is complete. Re-Inspection Date 8/21/2024
- Correction status
- Due by August 21, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PERSONNEL - 76 - Immunization Current (Form 680) (Article XV.C) (Form 680) (Article XV.C) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 19.2 Record Keeping/Childrens Files, Page 47)
- Official code
- 76-03
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The facility did not have written parental permission for emergency health care or treatment on file.
- Correction / follow-up note
- Inspector observed Child As enrollment packet and the facility did not have a written parental permission for emergency health care treatment on file. The Director shall submit a Corrective Action Plan which will consist of new procedures that will ensure that children will not start at the child care facility until the enrollment package is complete. Re-Inspection Date 8/21/2024
- Correction status
- Due by August 21, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PERSONNEL - 77 - Emergency Medical Authorization (Article XV.B) (Article XV.B)
- Official code
- 77-01
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- The diaper changing pad in the [toddler A/toddler B] area had slits/tears/holes which prevented adequate cleaning and sanitizing.
- Inspector notes
- Observed two mats that had tears. Technical Assistance: Ensure the mats are free of any slits/holes.
- Correction status
- Due by April 12, 2024
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 11 - Diaper Changing Area (Articles VIII.C and X.G) (Articles VIII.C and X.G) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 12.3 Diapering, Pages 28-29)
- Official code
- 11-03
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The wall in the [infants/toddler A/VPK ] room was not in good repair as evidenced by [chipped paint]. (Section 10, number 1) Physical Facility [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Observed chipped paint in three classrooms. There are a couple of vents with rust and dust. Technical Assistance: Ensure there are no areas with chipped paint in the facility and that the vents are being regularly cleaned.
- Correction status
- Due by April 12, 2024
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 15 - Floor, Walls, and Ceiling Good Repair (Article X.A) (Article X.A) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10 Physical Environment, Pages 22-23)
- Official code
- 15-02
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The personnel record for staff did not include a current statement attesting that he/she was physically qualified to care for children.
- Report comments
- Reviewed 1 staff file that had an expired physical.
- Correction status
- Due by April 12, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PERSONNEL - 65 - Physical Examination (Article XV.D) (Article XV.D)
- Official code
- 65-01
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.
- Report comments
- Reviewed 1 staff file that did not start the required trainings within 90 days of employment.
- Correction status
- Due by April 12, 2024
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: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The facility did not have a current Form 680, Florida Certificate of Immunization, or Form 681 on file. (Section 19.2, number 2) Childrens Records [SR]
- Report comments
- Reviewed 1 child file who had an expired immunization form.
- Correction status
- Due by April 12, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PERSONNEL - 76 - Immunization Current (Form 680) (Article XV.C) (Form 680) (Article XV.C) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 19.2 Record Keeping/Childrens Files, Page 47)
- Official code
- 76-01
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Information provided by parents of a child's known food allergies/special food restrictions was not shared with the child's caregivers and was not conspicuously posted. Food And Nutrition [SR]
- Report comments
- The information was provided and posted but the care giver did not follow the food allergy warning. The child was provided with a serving of yogurt and has a milk intolerance. Technical Assistance: Ensure staff is following the allergy warning during meals/snacks.
- Correction status
- Due by June 16, 2023
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 42 - Special Diets/Food Restrictions (Articles XII.D and E)
- Official code
- 42-01
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- The facility failed to keep all cleaning supplies inaccessible to children; [wipes & disinfectants] was observed [3 yrs old (B)], a location accessible to children. (Section 10, number 4) Safety [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Observed an unlocked cabinet - there was lysol wipes and other disinfectants in the 3 yrs old classroom. Technical Assistance: Ensure any items that state "KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN" are inaccessible to children.
- 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
- 36-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The facility did not have a current (valid for two years) Form 3040, Student Health Examination, on file. (Section 19.2, number 1) Childrens Records [SR]
- Report comments
- One child did not have the physical form in their file.
- Correction status
- Due by April 28, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PERSONNEL - 75 - Physical Examination (Form 3040) (Article XV.C) (Form 3040) (Article XV.C) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 19.2 Record Keeping/Childrens Files, Page 46)
- Official code
- 75-04
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 walk me through your current process for ensuring all staff have their required background screening documentation available for review?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an inspection in May 2026 show that verification of screening clearance for a staff member was not available at the facility during the visit. Asking about the current process helps clarify how the center maintains these records to ensure compliance.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps does the center take to ensure that all required personnel records, such as affidavits and abuse reporting statements, are completed and on file for every staff member?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from May 2026 noted that several personnel files were missing signed statements regarding child abuse and neglect reporting. Discussing the current record-keeping practice provides insight into how the center manages these essential documents.
Related violations
Finding-specific
Could you describe your daily routine for ensuring that all children are properly signed in and out by an authorized person?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An inspection report from September 2025 noted an instance where children were not signed out by an authorized person. Asking about the current sign-in/sign-out procedure helps explain how the center maintains accountability for child release.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you monitor and track staff training requirements to ensure everyone stays current with their certifications and professional development?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records from multiple dates, including May 2026, show instances where staff had not completed required introductory training or CPR certifications within the necessary timeframes. This question helps parents understand the center's current approach to staff development and compliance.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How often do you conduct internal reviews of your facility to ensure that maintenance needs, such as plumbing or structural repairs, are identified and addressed promptly?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from inspections in 2024 and 2025 have noted various facility maintenance issues, such as water availability and surface repairs. This question helps parents understand the center's current approach to maintaining a well-functioning environment.
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