Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 1.45
- Local median
- 0.5
CARVER RANCHES DAY CARE CENTER & KINDERGARTEN
2201 SW 42nd Ave, West Park, FL 33023
- License:
- C17BO0004
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 11, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, VPK, After School, Before School, Drop In, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care, Transportation
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 140
- License expiration:
- December 31, 2026
Typical cost: $1,235 - $1,387 (Under 1)
Child’s age
$1,235 - $1,387/mo
Median daily rate: $57.00 - $64.00
Official Florida Division of Early Learning Broward County data.
Not this provider’s price.
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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 inspectionApril 17, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsApril 17, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 22 available inspections for CARVER RANCHES DAY CARE CENTER & KINDERGARTEN from March 16, 2023 through April 17, 2026.
10 inspections recorded violations, with 32 recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on March 11, 2026 and involved equipment or readiness.
Background screening was a higher-concern topic that showed up in two 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
- 22
- Recorded violations
- 32
- Higher-concern violations
- 20
- Repeated topics
- 5
6 in last 12 months
4 in last 12 months
1 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
22 total inspections vs 14 local median in 33023
Compared to 33 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 36%
- Local median
- 17%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 45%
- Local median
- 30%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 5
- Local average
- 1.67
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Facility condition
Appeared across 4 inspections, with 4 recorded violations.
July 19, 2023November 17, 2023November 14, 2024March 11, 2026Transportation
Appeared across 4 inspections, with 12 recorded violations.
November 14, 2024December 2, 2024March 12, 2025July 7, 2025Equipment or readiness
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
November 17, 2023July 7, 2025March 11, 2026Background screening
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
March 12, 2025November 26, 2025Health or food records
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
November 14, 2024March 12, 2025Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Sec. 7-30(c), Ordinance: All staff members of child care facilities must have a high school diploma or the equivalent. A high school diploma or equivalent was not on file for all staff members.
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of inspection, [2] personnel files did not contain proof of education.
- Correction status
- Due by April 11, 2026
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 02 - Education Requirements Group: Sec. 7-30, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 02-04
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- 3.11(E), Handbook: Bath tubs, buckets, diaper pails, and other open containers of water must be emptied immediately after use. Open containers of water were not emptied after use. Indoor/Outdoor Space [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, licensing monitor observed a bucket of water sitting in the handwashing sink in the cafeteria. Provider resolved by dumping water.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 17 - Equipment and Furnishings Group: Sec. 7-36, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 17-08
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- 3.10.2(E), Handbook: When children in diapers are in care, there must be a diaper changing area with an impermeable surface that is cleaned and sanitized or disinfected after each use. Diaper changing occurred on a surface that was not impermeable. Toilet/Bath Facility [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, licensing monitor observed diaper changing on a changing pad that was not impermeable in the infant room
- Correction status
- Due by March 21, 2026
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 25 - Diaper Changing Procedures Group: Sec. 7-35, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 25-01
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- 7.4(C), Handbook: CF-FSP Form 5337, Child Abuse & Neglect Reporting Requirements, which is incorporated by reference in 65C- 22.001(7)(l), F.A.C., must be signed on or before hire date and annually thereafter by all child care personnel. The Child Abuse & Neglect Reporting Requirements form was not completed at the time of hire or updated annually. (Section 2.1(A) Health and Safety, Page 3) Staff Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, [10] personnel files did not have Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements forms updated annually.
- Correction status
- Due by December 5, 2025
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 01 - Background Screening Group: Sec. 7-29, Ordinance, DCF Handbook, and Secs.
- Official code
- 01-14
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- 3.11, Handbook: Bookshelves, televisions, and other heavy furnishings must be stable and secured as to not pose a threat of falling over. In efforts to prevent children from climbing to dangerous heights or enabling them to reach hazardous items, chairs and other furnishings must be placed away from cabinets and shelves. This area was out of compliance in that [a flat screen TV was not properly secured]. Indoor/Outdoor Space [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, licensing monitor observed a flat-screen TV in the 3yr old room that was not properly mounted. The TV was situated on the front edge of a small, round table. Technical assistance was provided, and the TV was removed. It was later observed to be returned to the same location. Provider resolved by removing the TV and its components.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 17 - Equipment and Furnishings Group: Sec. 7-36, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 17-07
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- 2.4.1(G), Handbook: In addition to the number of child care personnel required to meet the staff-to child ratio, one additional adult must attend field trips away from the child care facility to help provide direct supervision. An additional adult was not present during a field trip. Childrens Records [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, licensing monitor observed documentation related to field trip activities that took place on 06/24/2025 and 06/25/2025. As evidenced by review of documentation provided and verified by personnel, the following occurred: -During field trip activities on 06/24/2025, [1] personnel and [14] school-age children were dropped off at Oakwood Theatre. Per provider, the driver of the vehicle left Oakwood Theatre and returned to the facility to pickup more children, leaving the group at Oakwood Theatre out of ratio. The driver returned with an undocumented number of children as there was no transportation log available for this trip, and [1] additional personn ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 41 - Field Trip Notification/Permission Group: DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 41-02
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- 2.5.4(B), Handbook: The maximum number of individuals transported in a vehicle may not exceed the manufacturers designated seating capacity or the number of factory installed seat belts. The vehicle has a capacity for [15] persons and [16] were in the vehicle. Transportation [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, licensing monitor observed documentation related to field trip activities that took place on 06/24/2025 and 06/25/2025. As evidenced by review of documentation provided and verified by personnel, the following occurred: -During a field trip on 06/25/25, two transportation logs were observed listing [14] students each, travelling to Flamingo Gardens. Transportation was provided with a vehicle owned by provider and a leased vehicle. The 15-passenger leased vehicle transported [1] driver and [14] school-age children. The vehicle owned by the provider and driven by personnel is a 15-passenger van and 16 passengers were documented on the transportation l ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- TRANSPORTATION - 43 - Vehicle Requirements Group: Sec. 7-45, Ordinance, DCF Handbook, and Sec. 316.615, Florida Statutes
- Official code
- 43-05
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- 2.5.4(F) and (F)(4), Handbook: By January 1, 2022 all vehicles used by child care facilities to transport children must be equipped with a reliable alarm system approved by the Department which prompts the driver to inspect the vehicle for children before exiting the vehicle. Alarm systems installed according to the manufacturers instructions prior to October 1, 2021, will be deemed to satisfy this requirement if they meet the criteria set forth in 2.5.4.F.1. The facilitys vehicle(s) have not been equipped with the child safety alarm device as required. Transportation [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of inspection, licensing monitor observed documentation related to field trip activities that took place on 06/24/2025 and 06/25/2025. As evidenced by review of documentation provided, the following occurred: -During a field trip on 06/25/2025, provider utilized a 15-passenger van, leased from Enterprise. The vehicle did not have a child safety alarm approved by the Department, as verified by Enterprise representative. Vehicle (VAN) VIN 84357 (Leased from Enterprise) It is unclear if vehicle rented through Enterprise met additional vehicle requirements including VEHICLE SIGNAGE, FIRST AID KIT, FIRE EXTINGUISHER, OR PROOF OF VEHICLE INSPECTION. The following techni ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- TRANSPORTATION - 43 - Vehicle Requirements Group: Sec. 7-45, Ordinance, DCF Handbook, and Sec. 316.615, Florida Statutes
- Official code
- 43-11
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- 2.5.1(B), Handbook: The driver of any vehicle used by a child care program to provide transportation must have an annual physical examination which grants medical approval to drive. The driver(s) did not have an annual physical on file. Transportation [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, licensing monitor observed field trip activities where [2] drivers did not have an annual driver's physical.
- Correction status
- Due by August 7, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRANSPORTATION - 44 - Drivers Qualifications/Requirements Group: Sec. 7-45, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 44-02
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- 2.5.2(A), Handbook: A log must be maintained for all children being transported in a vehicle or on foot away from and/or to the premises of the child care facility. The facility did not have evidence that a log was maintained for children transported. Transportation [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, licensing monitor observed documentation related to field trip activities that took place on 06/24/2025 and 06/25/2025. As evidenced by review of documentation provided, the following occurred: -During a field trip on 06/24/25, licensing monitor observed [1] transportation log documenting [14] school-age children arriving at Oakwood Theater and [26] permission slips. Per provider, the driver dropped off [1] personnel and [14] children at Oakwood Theater and returned to the facility to pickup more children. The second transportation log could not be located at the time of inspection, and a final attendance count for this field trip activity could not ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- TRANSPORTATION - 44 - Drivers Qualifications/Requirements Group: Sec. 7-45, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 44-05
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- 4.2.6, Handbook: All child care personnel participating in the transportation of children must have training regarding guidance on safe transportation practices prior to participating in transportation of children. For child care personnel to satisfy this requirement the training must be accomplished through the Departments Transportation Safety course or the Early Learning Floridas Precautions in Transporting Children course. Documentation of training must be maintained on the training transcript in the child care personnel file. The facility did not have documented proof that child care personnel participating in the transportation of children were trained on safe transportation practices prior to participating in transportation of children. [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, licensing monitor observed field trip activities where [2] drivers and [1] additional personnel did not have the required transportation training. LICENSE/CERTIFICATES
- Correction status
- Due by August 7, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRANSPORTATION - 44 - Drivers Qualifications/Requirements Group: Sec. 7-45, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 44-12
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- 3.8.2 (A), Handbook: Unless statutorily exempted, all child care facilities must conform to state standards adopted by the State Fire Marshal, Chapter 69A-36, F.A.C., Uniform Standards for Life Safety and Fire Prevention in Child Care Facilities. A copy of the current and approved annual fire inspection report completed by a certified fire inspector must be on file with the licensing authority. The facility has not been inspected and approved by the local fire department as required. License/Certificates [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, provider has a current but unapproved fire inspection. Last fire INSPECTION 07/07/2025 Last EXTINGUISHER service 11/2024
- Correction status
- Due by August 7, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRANSPORTATION - 47 - Fire and Emergency Safety Group: DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 47-01
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- 5.2(A), Handbook: A screening conducted under this rule is valid for five years, at which time a re-screen must be conducted in the same manner as the initial screening. The five year re-screen is required for all child care personnel. The facility failed to conduct a five year re-screen for child care personnel. Staff Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, [1] child care personnel did not have the required re-screen. Retained prints expired 11/26/2024
- Correction status
- Due by March 22, 2025
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 01 - Background Screening Group: Sec. 7-29, Ordinance, DCF Handbook, and Secs.
- Official code
- 01-10
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- 3.9.3(C)(3), Handbook: Foods that are associated with young childrens choking incidents must not be served to children under 4 years of age; such as, but not limited to, whole/round hot dogs, popcorn, chips, pretzel nuggets, whole grapes, nuts, cheese cubes/sticks and any food that is of similar shape and size of the trachea/windpipe. Food for infants must be cut into pieces inch or smaller, food for toddlers must be cut into pieces inch or smaller to prevent choking. This applies to all food, even food provided by parents/guardians. Children were provided food that was not age appropriate and/or posed a choking hazard. Food Service/Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, licensing monitor observed VPK students being served potato chips at lunch time. Per provider, the potato chips were provided by caterer as the starch component to the meal. For compliance, provider must contact food program or caterer regarding non-compliance of menu items supplied. CHILDRENS RECORDS
- Correction status
- Due by March 22, 2025
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 35 - Nutritional Meals and Snacks Group: Sec. 7-42, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 35-04
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- Sec. 7-45(b)(2), Ordinance: All trash, debris, and dirt must be removed from the vehicles daily. All seats, safety restraint devices, and fixtures must be maintained free of rips and tears and in good repair at all times. Vehicles must be cleaned and sanitized routinely. The facility failed to maintain the vehicle as evidenced by [missing AC vents in ceiling and broken/missing supports for arm rests.].
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the following was observed [2] broken plastic supports for armrests. [1] plastic support is missing • [2] missing AC vent covers in the ceiling • Trash on floor and underneath seats throughout the vehicle • Vehicle (VIN 20990) Last vehicle INSPECTION 07/09/2024 Liability insurance exp 03/19/2025 This is the third non-compliance of this standard. Therefore, a Notice of Violation is issued.
- Correction status
- Due by March 22, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRANSPORTATION - 43 - Vehicle Requirements Group: Sec. 7-45, Ordinance, DCF Handbook, and Sec. 316.615, Florida Statutes
- Official code
- 43-01
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- Sec. 7-45(b)(2), Ordinance: All trash, debris, and dirt must be removed from the vehicles daily. All seats, safety restraint devices, and fixtures must be maintained free of rips and tears and in good repair at all times. Vehicles must be cleaned and sanitized routinely. The facility failed to maintain the vehicle as evidenced by [broken arm rests and holes in seat].
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of reinspection, licensing monitor has not received verification or evidence that required repairs have been made to interior of van. At this time, provider is not approved to provide transportation services until vehicle meets compliance. VIN (20990) Last vehicle INSPECTION 07/09/2024 Liability insurance exp 03/19/2025 Vehicle signage is pending, due 12/15/2024
- Correction status
- Due by December 15, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRANSPORTATION - 43 - Vehicle Requirements Group: Sec. 7-45, Ordinance, DCF Handbook, and Sec. 316.615, Florida Statutes
- Official code
- 43-01
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- 3.8.2(B) and (C), Handbook: Fire extinguishers with a minimum rating of 2A:10BC must be properly installed, serviced and maintained with current inspection tags at all times. A fire extinguisher must be present in vehicles used to transport children and areas where food is prepared. The facility did not have a fire extinguisher with a current inspection in vehicles used to transport children. Transportation [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of reinspection. licensing monitor is not in receipt of verification or evidence that fire extinguisher has been serviced.
- Correction status
- Due by December 15, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRANSPORTATION - 43 - Vehicle Requirements Group: Sec. 7-45, Ordinance, DCF Handbook, and Sec. 316.615, Florida Statutes
- Official code
- 43-08
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- 3.10.2(J) and (K), Handbook: Soiled or wet disposable diapers must be disposed of in a plastic lined, securely covered container that is not accessible to the children. The container must be emptied, cleaned and sanitized or disinfected, at least, daily. Soiled cloth diapers must be emptied of feces in the toilet and soiled or wet cloth diapers shall be placed in a securely covered container that is not accessible to the children. The container must be emptied, cleaned and sanitized or disinfected, at least, daily. The storage of soiled diapers/clothing was not sanitary. (Section 2.1(A) Health and Safety, Page 3) Toilet/Bath Facility [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection. licensing monitor observed a bag of soiled diapers sitting outside of the classroom door. Provider resolved by properly disposing diapers
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 25 - Diaper Changing Procedures Group: Sec. 7-35, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-35, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form DEL-SR-6200A)
- Official code
- 25-05
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- 6, Handbook: Personnel are required to be educated on the facilitys exposure plan regarding standard precautions before beginning to work and annually thereafter. Written documentation that child care personnel have participated in the facilitys annual refresher education for the exposure plan and understand the proper procedures in the event there is exposure to blood and potentially infectious fluids must be retained for 12 months and be available for licensing to review. The facility does not have documentation for all child care personnel on required annual refresher education of the facility's exposure plan. (Section 2.1(A) Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Program [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, [9 of 10] personnel had did not have written documentation that an annual refresher training for bloodborne pathogens/exposure plan was completed. [1 of 10] is a new hire and training was not documented as completed prior to caring for children
- Correction status
- Due by December 15, 2024
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 29 - Communicable Diseases/Care Of Sick Child Group: DCF Handbook DCF Handbook (Form DEL-SR-6200A)
- Official code
- 29-09
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- Sec. 7-45(b)(2), Ordinance: All trash, debris, and dirt must be removed from the vehicles daily. All seats, safety restraint devices, and fixtures must be maintained free of rips and tears and in good repair at all times. Vehicles must be cleaned and sanitized routinely. The facility failed to maintain the vehicle as evidenced by [broken arm rests and holes in seat].
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, licensing monitor observed vehicle (VIN 20990) with two broken arm rests and two seats with holes. Last vehicle INSPECTION 07/09/2024 Liability insurance exp 03/19/2025 CARVER RANCHES DAY CARE CENTER & KINDERGARTEN C17BO0004 / 45030 2201 SW 42nd Ave West Park FL 33023 Re-Licensure 11/14/2024 Page 4 of 6
- Correction status
- Due by November 24, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRANSPORTATION - 43 - Vehicle Requirements Group: Sec. 7-45, Ordinance, DCF Handbook, and Sec. 316.615, Florida Statutes Sec. 7-45, Ordinance, DCF Handbook, and Sec. 316.615, Florida Statutes (Form DEL-SR-6200A)
- Official code
- 43-01
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- Sec. 7-45(b)(1), Ordinance: Vehicles must state the name of the child care facility on each side panel in six- to eight-inch letters. The back panel must have the wording Caution Transporting Children in a minimum of four-inch letters. The facilitys license number also must be printed on the side and back panels of the vehicle. The facility's vehicle(s) did not meet the requirement in that [signage does not meet size requirements and license number is not on back of vehicl.].
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, licensing monitor observed vehicle signage that did not meet size requirements. The license number was not observed on the back of the vehicle
- Correction status
- Due by December 14, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRANSPORTATION - 43 - Vehicle Requirements Group: Sec. 7-45, Ordinance, DCF Handbook, and Sec. 316.615, Florida Statutes Sec. 7-45, Ordinance, DCF Handbook, and Sec. 316.615, Florida Statutes (Form DEL-SR-6200A)
- Official code
- 43-04
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- 3.8.2(B) and (C), Handbook: Fire extinguishers with a minimum rating of 2A:10BC must be properly installed, serviced and maintained with current inspection tags at all times. A fire extinguisher must be present in vehicles used to transport children and areas where food is prepared. The facility did not have a fire extinguisher with a current inspection in vehicles used to transport children. (Section 2.1(A) Health and Safety, Page 3) Transportation [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection. licensing monitor observed an unmaintained fire extinguisher on the vehicle Last EXTINGUISHER service 08/2023
- Correction status
- Due by November 24, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRANSPORTATION - 43 - Vehicle Requirements Group: Sec. 7-45, Ordinance, DCF Handbook, and Sec. 316.615, Florida Statutes Sec. 7-45, Ordinance, DCF Handbook, and Sec. 316.615, Florida Statutes (Form DEL-SR-6200A)
- Official code
- 43-08
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- 3.1(A), Handbook: All child care facilities must be in good repair, free from health and safety hazards. Areas of the facility were found to be in need of repair in the following areas [see narrative]. (Section 10, number 1) Facility/Storage [SR]
- Report comments
- The baseboard on the south wall in the three year old classroom is becoming separated from the wall. Blinds in all classrooms will be cleaned.
- Correction status
- Due by November 29, 2023
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 11 - General Facility Requirements Group: Sec. 7-5.01, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-5.01, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10 Physical Environment, Pages 22-23)
- Official code
- 11-13
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- Sec. 7-5.01(f), Ordinance:Medicines, cleaning supplies, flammables, and other potentially poisonous supplies shall be stored and locked in a place out of a child's reach and in such a manner as to ensure the safety of the children. All surfaces or items accessible to children shall be free of toxic materials, and pose no threat to the health and safety of the children or personnel. Lead-based paints are prohibited.3.2(A), Handbook: All areas and surfaces accessible to children must be free from toxic substances, bio contaminants, and hazardous materials/equipment/tools, including power tools, plastic bags, matches, candles, lighters, etc. A toxic substance was accessible to children. (Section 10, number 4) Facility/Storage [SR]
- Inspector notes
- The following possible hazards/toxins were observed as accessible to children. They were locked during inspection: -Purses -Cleaning/sanitizing supplies -Janitorial supplies -Hand sanitizer/room deodorizer
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 12 - Toxins/Hazardous Materials Group: Sec. 7-5.01, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-5.01, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10 Physical Environment, Pages 22-23)
- Official code
- 12-05
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- Sec. 7-5.03(i), Ordinance: All equipment must be installed safely and maintained in a safe condition. All play equipment shall be of substantial construction and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters, and exposed bolts. Ladders on slides must have a handrail. The following equipment in the outdoor space is broken and needs to be repaired: [see narrative]. (Section 11.2, numbers 2 and 4) Indoor/Outdoor Space [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Various areas of disrepair on the outdoor play space were observed during this inspection: -The house with no roof is cracked -Picnic tables in disrepair -Bridge on climber is cracked -Exposed screws on the blue fence -Peeling paint on blue fence -The metal car on the playground with turf needs to be repaired or removed.
- Correction status
- Due by November 29, 2023
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 24 - Outdoor Equipment Group: Sec. 7-5.03, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-5.03, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 11 Equipment and Furnishings, Pages 26-27)
- Official code
- 24-03
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- 3.1(A), Handbook: All child care facilities must be in good repair, free from health and safety hazards. Areas of the facility were found to be in need of repair in the following areas [refer to comment below]. Facility/Storage [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During today's inspection various areas were observed in need of maintenance: - All base boards throughout the classrooms should be in good repair. - All improperly installed ceiling tiles should be replaced or reinstalled. - All classroom floors, and classroom wall corners should be clean and in good condition. - All play centers should be clean and in good repair.
- Correction status
- Due by August 2, 2023
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 11 - General Facility Requirements Group: Sec. 7-5.01, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 11-13
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- Sec. 7-4.06(c), Ordinance:Direct supervision means watching and directing the childrens activities within close proximity within the same room inside or within a designated outdoor play area and responding to each childs needs. Inadequate supervision occurred when a child/childrens needs were not met in the following incident: [during active play in the school office. ]. Ratios/Discipline [SR]
- Report comments
- A complaint allegation was received on 4/3/2023 alleging that a child (SW) was sexually assaulted at the preschool. Child alleged another child(L) told SW to go under the desk to play, hide and seek where He unbuttoned her skirt and pulled it down. Child alleged He touched her on the front and on the back of her pantie near her private area. Parent stated she walked into Aftercare, Saw her daughter crying with her pants down. A complaint inspection was conducted on 4/6/2023 and a statement from the director (CW) was received for compliance. Per the director, the incident occurred after hours. The mother was late at picking up her two children so the director took the two girl ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 6, 2023
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 08 - Ratios of Personnel to Children Group: Sec. 7-4.06, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 08-03
Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
- Report finding
- Sec. 402.305(4)(a), Florida Statutes:Minimum standards for the care of children in a licensed child care facility as established by rule of the department must include: 1. For children from birth through 1 year of age, there must be one child care personnel for every four children. 2. For children 1 year of age or older, but under 2 years of age, there must be one child care personnel for every six children. 3. For children 2 years of age or older, but under 3 years of age, there must be one child care personnel for every 11 children. 4. For children 3 years of age or older, but under 4 years of age, there must be one child care personnel for every 15 children. 5. For children 4 years of age or older, but under 5 years of age, there must be one child care personnel for every 20 children. 6. For children 5 years of age or older, there must be one child care personnel for every 25 children. 7. When children 2 years of age and older are in care, the staff-to-children ratio shall be based on the age group with the largest number of children within the group. A staff-to- child ratio of [1] staff for [11] children was observed. Ratios/Discipline [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During today's inspection the following nap time ratios were observed: - 0-1 year olds: 1/3 - 1 year olds: 1/11 (OUT OF RATIO) - 2 and 3 years olds: 1/12 - 3 and 4 years olds: 1/20
- Correction status
- Due by March 16, 2023
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- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 08 - Ratios of Personnel to Children Group: Sec. 7-4.06, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 08-01
Medium concern: Facility condition
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- 3.1(A), Handbook: All child care facilities must be in good repair, free from health and safety hazards. Areas of the facility were found to be in need of repair in the following areas [See comments below.]. Facility/Storage [SR]
- Inspector notes
- All facility walls observed to have chipped paint or unfinished reparations need to be in good repair and completed. All outdoor equipment observed to have rust and damage have to be repaired, replaced, or removed.
- Correction status
- Due by March 30, 2023
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- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 11 - General Facility Requirements Group: Sec. 7-5.01, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 11-13
Higher concern: Hazardous access
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- Sec. 7-5.01(f), Ordinance:Medicines, cleaning supplies, flammables, and other potentially poisonous supplies shall be stored and locked in a place out of a child's reach and in such a manner as to ensure the safety of the children. All surfaces or items accessible to children shall be free of toxic materials, and pose no threat to the health and safety of the children or personnel. Lead-based paints are prohibited.3.2(A), Handbook: All areas and surfaces accessible to children must be free from toxic substances, bio contaminants, and hazardous materials/equipment/tools, including power tools, plastic bags, matches, candles, lighters, etc. A toxic substance was accessible to children. Facility/Storage [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During today's inspection, the 1 year old classroom was observed to have a cabinet filled with toxins accessible to children. The cabinet was closed with a child safety lock during time of inspection.
- Correction status
- Due by March 16, 2023
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- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 12 - Toxins/Hazardous Materials Group: Sec. 7-5.01, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 12-05
Medium concern: Health or food records
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- Sec. 7-7.11(a), Ordinance:All multi-use eating and drinking utensils shall be thoroughly cleansed with hot water and a disinfectant detergent, then rinsed free of such solution, and then effectively subjected to an approved bactericidal process after each use.3.9.4, Handbook: If the child care facility lacks adequate dishwashing and sanitation described in this section for dishes, equipment and utensils, only disposable single-use items may be used.The facilitys cleaning of utensils did not follow this procedure. Food Service/Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During today's inspection non-disposable utensils were observed to be washed in the handwashing sink. As per Broward County ordinance, If the childcare facility lacks adequate dishwashing and sanitation described in this section for dishes, equipment and utensils, only disposable single-use items may be used.
- Correction status
- Due by March 16, 2023
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- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 35 - Food Protection and Service Group: Secs. 7-7.09 and 7-7.11, Ordinance, and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 35-03
Higher concern: Transportation
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- 7.5 and (A), Handbook:Daily attendance of children must be taken and recorded accurately by the child care personnel, documenting the time when each child enters and departs the program.Attendance devices used for the purposes of tracking attendance may be used, but personnel must ensure the accuracy of the documented attendance. Each classroom must have an attendance sheet/class roster for the group of children occupying that space.There was no attendance sheet/class roster in the [Infant] classroom. License/Certificates [SR]
- Report comments
- Attendance in the infant classroom was not recorded for the day. Counselor Comments FOR GOLD SEAL PROVIDERS: Be advised that if this inspection includes the issuance of a Class I violation, the issuance of three or more Class II violations, and/or issuance of a third Class III for a repeated violation within a two (2) year period, the violation may affect the status of your Gold Seal designation pursuant to s. 1002.945, Florida Statutes. ____________________________________________ Inspected by: Gabriella Guerriero 03/16/2023 ____________________________________________ Received by: Betty Somerset 03/16/2023 CARVER RANCHES DAY CARE CENTER & KINDERGARTEN C17BO0004 / 45030 2201 ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by March 16, 2023
More details
- Report section
- TRANSPORTATION - 52 - Daily Attendance Group: DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 52-01
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 explain the current process for ensuring all staff members have their required annual child abuse and neglect reporting forms signed and on file?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from a November 2025 inspection indicate that some personnel files were missing these required annual updates. Asking about the current process helps parents understand how the center maintains compliance with staff documentation requirements.
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Finding-specific
What steps does the center take to ensure all vehicles used for transportation have current, approved fire inspections and properly serviced safety equipment?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from July 2025 noted that the facility had not completed a required fire department inspection for its vehicles. This question helps parents understand how the center manages ongoing vehicle safety and regulatory requirements.
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Finding-specific
How does the center verify that all staff members participating in transportation have completed the required safety training before they begin driving?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records from July 2025 show that some staff members lacked documented proof of required transportation safety training. This question allows parents to learn about the current training verification practices for drivers.
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Finding-specific
Could you describe your current procedures for maintaining accurate transportation logs for all field trips and off-site activities?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An inspection report from July 2025 noted that the facility did not have evidence that a log was maintained for children transported during a field trip. This question helps parents understand how the center tracks children during off-site activities.
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Finding-specific
What is your approach to ensuring all drivers have their required annual physical examinations on file and up to date?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from July 2025 indicate that some drivers did not have an annual physical examination on file at the time of the inspection. This question helps parents understand how the center monitors and maintains driver health documentation.
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