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.
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Staff D.A failed to start 40-hour introductory child care training within 90 days of employment. She started in the industry and was hired at the facility on February 9, 2026. Staff D.A started and completed a part one course, Health, Safety and Nutrition (HSAN) on the day of the inspection.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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PERSONNEL - 66 - Training Requirements (Articles VI and XV.D; 65C-22 F.A.C.)
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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At the time of the inspection, Dayana Q (date of hire 9/13/2024) did not complete 40-hour Introductory Child Care Training. Per the Executive Center Director, Dayana Q will do the tests on 9/27/2025.
Correction status
Due by October 14, 2025
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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
66-02
Medium concern: Staff training
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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
Dayana Q, date of hire 9/13/2024, failed to complete the .5 CEU training in early literacy and language in development of children. This was discovered during the time of the renewal inspection. However, she completed the hours later in the day/evening of 9/15/2025.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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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
Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
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At least one of the two teachers required to maintain staff to child ratios for a group size of [2:11] for [One year old] did not possess an active credential as recognized by the department. (Section 4, numbers 1 6 and 11) School Readiness [SR]
Inspector notes
12-24 months (Toddler B), 2:11 - Dayanis R. will be observed at 10 am on 9/22/2025 (Classroom observation for CDA by Council of Professional Recognition). 0-12 months, 3:9 - Santilla E (Birth- 5 expires on 8/29/2029) and Aurora C. (Birth - 5 expires on 2/7/2028). One infant in care was permanently moved to Toddler A classroom as of 9/16/2025. 12-24 months (Toddler A), 2:11 - Rosa P - Formal Education on file but not verified by DCF. Executive Director made the changes during the inspection to have Aurora A in this classroom. 4-5 years old (VPK A), 2:18 - Ashley S. Birth-Five Cred. expires on 2/6/2028 4-5 years old (VPK B), 2:18- Andrea K- Formal Education 3-4 years old (1C), ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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TRANSPORTATION - 84 - Group Size (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 4 Group Size, Pages 14-15)
Staff was unaware that a child/children had been left unattended indoors/outdoors as evidenced by [childleftaloneonthe playgroundwithoutanydirectsupervision].
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A child was left alone on the playground without any direct supervision.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 06 - Direct Supervision (Articles VII.B; VIII.C; X.E and XII.G)
The attendance log was not available for review where the group of children were located. Safety [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
Counselor observed Pre-School B classroom on the playground. Per staff member there are 10 children in attendance and her IPAD which logs in the child ratio is broken. No paper attendance sheet present for counselor to observe the child ratio. Per staff member counselor was directed to look at her written total number of children posted in the classroom. Counselor and Director viewed classroom attendance board stated 11 children. Board was changed by Director to state 10 children in attendance. Director was able to print out an attendance sheet which was in agreement with the total number of children present, 10. A Corrective Action Plan shall be submitted to the Department w ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by January 13, 2023
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 34 - Daily Attendance Log (Article XV.E)
Official code
34-03
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
How does the center ensure that staff members always have the required credentials to maintain proper ratios in each classroom?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from a 2025 inspection indicate a finding where a staff member did not possess the required active credential to meet the staff-to-child ratio for a specific group. This question helps parents understand the current process for verifying staff qualifications and maintaining appropriate classroom coverage.
Context
The finding was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps are taken to ensure that children are always under direct supervision, especially during outdoor play?
Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from 2024 noted a concern regarding a child being left without direct supervision on the playground. Asking this helps parents learn about the center's current supervision protocols and how staff are trained to keep children safe in all areas.
Context
The finding was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
Can you walk me through how your team tracks daily attendance to ensure every child is accounted for at all times?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records show a past finding where the attendance log was not readily available for review. This question allows parents to understand the current system for managing and verifying attendance throughout the day.
Context
The center submitted a corrective action plan following this 2023 report.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you manage and track staff training requirements to ensure all teachers are up to date on their certifications?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Official inspection records from 2025 and 2026 show repeated findings related to staff training and introductory requirements. This question helps parents understand the center's current administrative process for monitoring and completing mandatory staff education.
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General question
What is your process for communicating with families if there are any changes to classroom staffing or daily routines?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Clear communication helps families feel confident in the consistency of care provided to their children. Understanding how the center manages updates ensures parents remain informed about the environment their child experiences daily.