Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.22
- Local median
- 0.4
Ywca Child Development Center
1009 N Sapodilla Ave, West Palm Beach, FL 33401
- License:
- C15PB0686
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 11, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- Gold Seal, Head Start, School Readiness, VPK, Food Served, Full Day
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:30AM to 5:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 57
- License expiration:
- December 31, 2026
Typical cost: Not available for Palm Beach County.
Inspection snapshot
Questions worth asking
The available records raise questions worth asking before enrolling.
Next: Review the inspection history below and ask the provider what the records mean and what changed afterward.
Latest inspectionApril 21, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsApril 21, 2026
Summary
This summary covers nine available inspections for Ywca Child Development Center from March 29, 2023 through April 21, 2026.
One inspection recorded a violation, with two recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on November 17, 2025 and involved equipment or readiness.
DaycareFacts did not classify any of these violations at the Higher concern level.
Two later inspections, from November 24, 2025 through April 21, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 9
- Recorded violations
- 2
- Higher-concern violations
- 0
- Repeated topics
- 0
4 in last 12 months
2 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
9 total inspections vs 9 local median in 33401
Compared to 25 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 0%
- Local median
- 8%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 11%
- Local median
- 25%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 0
- Local average
- 1.2
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.
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facility did not conduct a fire drill for the month(s) of [october 2025]. (Section 14.3, number 1) Safety [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the facility inspection, the facility did not have verification of a fire drill conducted in the month of October 2025, indicating non- compliance with mandatory monthly fire drill requirements. Technical assistance was provided to facility staff regarding fire drill requirements and the importance of maintaining consistent monthly emergency preparedness training. The violation was corrected on-site when the facility conducted a fire drill in the presence of the inspector, documented as follows: November 17, 2025, at 3:19 PM, with 5 adults (plus 3 inspectors) and 19 children present, 2-minute clear time, using main exit route. The facility shall ensure that fire drills ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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
- 28-01
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 [9/12/25]. 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]
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the facility inspection, the facility did not have an approved annual fire inspection on file. The inspection and approval was required as of September 12, 2025. The fire department conducted an initial inspection on September 26, 2025, however reinspection is required by the fire department to obtain approval. Technical assistance was provided to facility staff regarding the importance of maintaining current approved fire inspection documentation and completing all necessary corrections to achieve approval. The facility shall work with the fire department to address all outstanding fire safety deficiencies identified during the September 26, 2025 inspection and obtain ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by November 27, 2025
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
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
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 your process for ensuring that all annual fire safety inspections and documentation are kept current?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records show that an inspection in November 2025 identified a gap in the required annual fire inspection documentation. Asking about the current process helps families understand how the center tracks and maintains these important safety requirements.
- Context
- A later clean inspection was recorded on April 21, 2026.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you manage the schedule for monthly fire drills to ensure they are consistently performed and documented?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from November 2025 noted that a monthly fire drill had been missed. This question allows the director to explain the current system for tracking these drills to ensure they remain up to date.
- Context
- The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection, and a later clean inspection was recorded on April 21, 2026.
Related violations
General question
What is your approach to staff training regarding emergency preparedness and safety protocols?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Understanding how staff are trained in emergency procedures provides insight into the center's commitment to maintaining a prepared environment for children and staff.
General question
How do you communicate with parents if there are changes to the daily routine or emergency procedures?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Clear communication channels help families feel informed and confident about how the center manages daily operations and any necessary updates to safety plans.
General question
Could you describe the daily supervision routines used to ensure children are accounted for during transitions or outdoor play?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Learning about supervision practices helps parents understand how the center maintains a secure and attentive environment throughout the day.