The facility did not have a minimum of 35 square feet of usable space for each child. The [3 & 4 yr ] room which is routinely occupied by children has a capacity of [15] children and [17] children were observed in care. (Section 1.1, number 1) General Requirements [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
During the facility inspection, the 3&4-year-old classroom with a room capacity of 15 had 17 children in care, resulting in two children over the authorized limit. Technical assistance was provided to facility staff regarding room capacity limitations and proper enrollment management procedures. The violation was corrected on-site when the excess children were moved to another classroom with available capacity. The facility shall ensure that the number of children in any room does not exceed the designated room capacity at any given time to maintain compliance with safety and space requirements.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Indoor/Outdoor Square Footage (Article X.A and B and Rule 65C-22.002(3), FAC) (Article X.A and B and Rule 65C-22.002(3), FAC) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 1 - Capacity, Page 10)
The center failed to post the written activity program in a conspicuous place. General Requirements [SR]
Report comments
At the time of inspection, 4 yr old class did not have daily activity posted.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 08 - Daily Program (Article IX.A)
Official code
08-01
Low concern: Administrative posting
Report finding
The diaper changing pad in the [infant and toddler rooms] area had slits/tears/holes which prevented adequate cleaning and sanitizing.
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, observed diaper changing pad in the infant and toddler room area had slits/tears.
Correction status
Due by August 12, 2025
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 11 - Diaper Changing Area (Articles VIII.C and X.G)
Official code
11-03
Low concern: Administrative posting
Report finding
Items, namely, [food], which were not required for diaper changing were observed on the diaper changing table. General Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, observed food to be served to kids on diaper changing table.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 11 - Diaper Changing Area (Articles VIII.C and X.G)
Official code
11-05
Low concern: Administrative posting
Report finding
The diaper changing area and food service area are not kept separate for the [toddlers room] group as evidenced by [being next to each other. Photo eveidence taken.]. General Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
At the rime of inspection, observed food service area not kept separate for the toddler's room.
Correction status
Due by August 11, 2025
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 11 - Diaper Changing Area (Articles VIII.C and X.G)
Official code
11-14
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. Childrens Records [SR]
Report comments
At the time of inspection kids AMA, RVJ, APJ did not have a current immunization record. Expired on 12/30/24, 04/24/25, 01/04/25 respectively.
Correction status
Due by August 11, 2025
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PERSONNEL - 76 - Immunization Current (Form 680) (Article XV.C)
The facility failed to submit a complete renewal application at least 45 days before expiration of the current license.
Correction / follow-up note
Article IV.A.8. Unless revoked or surrendered, all licenses or certificates of compliance or certificates of substantial compliance shall expire December 31st of each year. All applications for renewal for the following calendar year must be completed and filed with the Department no later than November 1st of the current year. The application was received on 12/2/2024. The violation has been cleared and corrected.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 02 - Licensed Facility (Article IV.A, and E)
Hot running water was not available in the [two year old diaper changing] hand washing area. (Section 17.1, number 1) (Section 12.3, number 1) General Requirements [SR]
Report comments
No hot water was available at the hand washing sink in the diaper changing area for the two year old classroom.
Correction status
Due by December 13, 2023
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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
Higher concern: Transportation
Report finding
Individual, factory-installed or other approved child restraint was not provided in vehicles owned by the facility and designated for the transportation of children. (Section 6.1, number 2) Transportation [SR]
Report comments
One buckle on vehicle 36CBTW was not in working condition.
Correction status
Due by December 13, 2023
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TRANSPORTATION - 80 - Vehicle/Child Restraint (Article XVII.A and B) (Article XVII.A and B) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 6 Transportation, Pages 17-19)
The facility did not have a minimum of 35 square feet of usable space for each child. The [3 year-old] room which is routinely occupied by children has a capacity of [7] children and [15] children were observed in care. General Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
Building A- The [ 3 year-old ] room which is routinely occupied by children has a capacity of [ 7 ] children and [ 15 ] children were observed in care. Building A- The VPK room which is routinely occupied by children has a capacity of 11 children and 21 children were observed in care. Building B-The VPK room which is routinely occupied by children has a capacity of 12 children and 20 children were observed in care. Technical support provided: There shall be a minimum of thirty-five (35) square feet of usable indoor space for each child in care. There is no grandfather clause apply to this requirements.
Correction status
Due by May 4, 2023
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Indoor/Outdoor Square Footage (Article X.A and B and Rule 65C-22.002(3), FAC)
Official code
04-01
Low concern: Administrative posting
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Improper storage of unnecessary materials/equipment was observed as evidenced by [clipboard, pen and tablet stored on diaper changing table].
Correction / follow-up note
Observed the following items stored on the diaper changing table: 1 Clipboard 1 pen and 1 tablet. Corrected onsite-Removed at time of the inspection
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 16 - Storage (Article X.A and C)
Official code
16-04
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The facility did not have verification of a fire drill during naptime within the program year.
Report comments
No fire drills during naptime, per operator. Technical support provided: Fire drill must be conducted on various days and at times when children are in care, including naptime.
Correction status
Due by May 4, 2023
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 28 - Fire Drills/Fire Plan/Fire Inspection (Articles X.A, F and XV.E)
Official code
28-08
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The fire extinguisher did not have a tag or label to show it had been serviced annually. Safety [SR]
Report comments
Fire extinguisher in the vehicle, last serviced: 11/2021. Technical support: Fire extinguisher needs annual inspection and service by a certified technician.
Correction status
Due by May 4, 2023
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 29 - Fire Extinguisher (Article X.A and F; 69A-36, FAC)
Official code
29-02
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
The facility did not have verification that at least one person on staff had current Food Manager's Certification when food was being prepared or served
Report comments
Reina Valdes staff with current food manager certification was not present when food being served, furthermore her Food manager certification expired : 3/3/2023 2 staff have the exam scheduled for 4/24/2023. Technical support: At least 1 person on staff with current food manager's certification must be present when food being received-prepared-or served.
Correction status
Due by May 4, 2023
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FOOD AND NUTRITION - 46 - Food Handling (Articles XI; XV.E and Chapter 64E-11 FAC)
Official code
46-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
A crock pot used for warming infant formula and food contained water that exceeded 120 degrees Fahrenheit.
Report comments
Bottle warmer temperature was 157 degree F. Bottle warmer shall not exceed 120 Degree F MEDICATION
Correction status
Due by May 4, 2023
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FOOD AND NUTRITION - 47 - Cooking and Warming Devices (Article XII.H)
Official code
47-01
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 tell me about the current process for ensuring that vehicle safety equipment, such as seat buckles, is regularly checked and maintained?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from a past inspection report noted a concern regarding the condition of a seat buckle in a facility vehicle. Asking about the current maintenance schedule helps clarify how the center ensures transportation safety for children.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How does the center manage student enrollment and classroom assignments to ensure that immunization records are kept up to date for every child?
Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report previously identified a gap in maintaining current immunization records for some children. This question allows you to understand the administrative steps the center takes to track and update these important health documents.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps are taken to ensure that hand-washing sinks, particularly in diaper-changing areas, are consistently supplied with hot water?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records show a past finding regarding the availability of hot water in a hand-washing area. Asking about this helps you understand how the facility monitors its plumbing and sanitation infrastructure.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How does the center monitor classroom capacity throughout the day to ensure that each room remains within its authorized limits?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records indicate that administrative and capacity-related topics have appeared in multiple inspections over the last few years. This question helps you learn about the center's current practices for tracking attendance and room occupancy.
Context
A later inspection on March 20, 2026, was completed with no violations found.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your approach to staff training regarding the separation of diaper-changing areas from food-service areas?
Why ask this
Why ask this
An inspection report previously noted a finding regarding the separation of these two areas. Asking about staff training helps you understand how the center reinforces hygiene and sanitation protocols in daily practice.