Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 1.55
- Local median
- 0.15
LA PETITE ACADEMY
6750 W Atlantic Blvd, Margate, FL 33063
- License:
- C17BO0087
- 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, Infant Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 6:30AM to 6:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 170
- License expiration:
- June 30, 2027
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 inspectionJune 25, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsJune 25, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 20 available inspections for LA PETITE ACADEMY from January 23, 2023 through June 25, 2026.
10 inspections recorded violations, with 31 recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on June 2, 2026 and involved background screening.
That higher-concern topic 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
- 20
- Recorded violations
- 31
- Higher-concern violations
- 7
- Repeated topics
- 4
4 in last 12 months
8 in last 12 months
2 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
20 total inspections vs 12 local median in 33063
Compared to 25 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 20%
- Local median
- 7%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 50%
- Local median
- 14%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 4
- Local average
- 0.56
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 5 inspections, with 5 recorded violations.
May 7, 2024June 7, 2024January 17, 2025January 12, 2026June 2, 2026Staff training
Appeared across 4 inspections, with 4 recorded violations.
September 5, 2023January 5, 2024January 17, 2025June 2, 2026Equipment or readiness
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 6 recorded violations.
May 7, 2024January 17, 2025June 2, 2026Health or food records
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
May 7, 2024May 28, 2025Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- 7.4.1(B), Handbook: Rule CF Form 1649A, Child Care Attestation of Good Moral Character, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(8)(a), F.A.C., must be completed for all child care personnel at the time of initial screening or upon change in employer. The Child Care Attestation of Good Moral Character was not completed at the time of initial screening or upon change in employers. (Section 2.1(A) Health and Safety, Page 3) Staff Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- The Child Care Attestation of Good Moral Character was signed for all staff during inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 01 - Background Screening Group: Sec. 7-29, Ordinance, DCF Handbook, and Secs.
- Official code
- 01-16
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- All child care personnel who completed DCF training did not complete additional DEL-approved health and safety training by required date. (Section 3 Training Requirements, Pages 7-8) Staff Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- This training was not completed by two staff members.
- Correction status
- Due by June 23, 2026
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Personnel Training Group: Sec. 7-30, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-30, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form DEL-SR-6200A)
- Official code
- 03-14
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- 3.11(B), Handbook: Toys, equipment, and furnishings must be safe and maintained in a sanitary condition following a routine schedule of cleaning, sanitizing and disinfecting. These items must be cleaned and sanitized or disinfected immediately or prior to another childs use if exposed to bodily fluids, such as saliva. Toys/equipment were not sanitary in that [see narrative]. (Section 2.1(A) Health and Safety, Page 3) Indoor/Outdoor Space [SR]
- Report comments
- The chairs, walls, counters, ac vents and some of the play equipment in most of the classrooms were not in sanitary condition.
- Correction status
- Due by June 16, 2026
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 17 - Equipment and Furnishings Group: Sec. 7-36, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-36, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form DEL-SR-6200A)
- Official code
- 17-02
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- 2.6, Handbook: Each group or class must have a written and followed plan of scheduled activities posted in an easily seen location accessible to parents/guardians. The written plan must meet the needs of the children being served and must include alternate activities in case of bad weather. The written plan shall include a variety of activities that range from structured to unstructured activities that encourage a childs developmental growth. The facility's written plan of scheduled activities did not meet requirements in that [see narrative]. (Section 2.1(A) Health and Safety, Page 3) Indoor/Outdoor Space [SR]
- Inspector notes
- All but one class was observed following their posted activity plan. One class did not have an activity plan posted. Another class did not include alternate activities in case of bad weather.
- Correction status
- Due by June 23, 2026
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 18 - Activity Plan Group: Sec. 7-36, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-36, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form DEL-SR-6200A)
- Official code
- 18-01
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- 3.12(C), Handbook: All equipment, fences, and objects on the facilitys premises shall be free from sharp, broken and jagged edges, and properly placed to prevent overcrowding or safety hazards in any one area. Equipment in the outdoor space needs repair. (Section 2.1(A) Health and Safety, Page 3) Indoor/Outdoor Space [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Exposed screws, including rusty ones were observed on the fence throughout the outdoor play space.
- Correction status
- Due by June 23, 2026
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 22 - Outdoor Equipment Group: Sec. 7-37, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-37, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form DEL-SR-6200A)
- Official code
- 22-03
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- 3.7(H), Handbook: Running water, soap, trash receptacles, toilet paper, and disposable towels or hand-drying machines that are properly installed and maintained must be available and within reach of children using the bathroom. The restroom was not supplied with [see narrative]. (Section 2.1(A) Health and Safety, Page 3) Toilet/Bath Facility [SR]
- Report comments
- Toilet paper was added to two holders during this inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 24 - Toilet/Bath Facilities Group: Sec. 7-39, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-39, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form DEL-SR-6200A)
- Official code
- 24-01
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- 3.8.5(E), Handbook: The operator must prepare and post an emergency evacuation plan in each room of the facility, excluding restrooms, including a diagram of safe routes by which the personnel and children may exit in the event of fire or other emergency requiring evacuation. The facility's emergency evacuation plan did not include a diagram of safe routes and/or was not posted in each room. (Section 2.1(A) Health and Safety, Page 3) License/Certificates [SR]
- Inspector notes
- The evacuation plan was not observed in one classroom. Fire inspection conducted: 5/19/26
- Correction status
- Due by June 23, 2026
More details
- Report section
- TRANSPORTATION - 47 - Fire and Emergency Safety Group: DCF Handbook DCF Handbook (Form DEL-SR-6200A)
- Official code
- 47-06
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- 3.1(A), Handbook: All child care facilities must be clean, in good repair, free from health and safety hazards and from evidence of, or presence of, vermin infestation. An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. Facility/Storage [SR]
- Report comments
- The top of the vanity in the older two's room is decayed. During this inspection, a work order was placed for it's repair/replacement.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 10 - General Facility Requirements Group: Sec. 7-35, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 10-14
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- 3.9.1(A)(7), Handbook: The food preparation area must include a separate handwashing station with hot running water, a minimum of 100 degrees Fahrenheit. The handwashing station must include a sink with running water and drainage, soap, trash can, and disposable towels or hand-drying machines that are properly installed and maintained. A handwashing sink shall not be used for any purpose other than handwashing. Handwashing stations must include posted signs visible to child care personnel and children demonstrating proper handwashing technique. Portable sinks may not be used for dishwashing or food preparation. If a portable sink is used for handwashing in the food preparation area, hot water must be provided. The food preparation area does not have a hand washing station or the hand washing station did not include the following: [see narrative]. (Section 2.1(A) Health and Safety, Page 3) Food Service/Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During this inspection, hot water was not observed in the food prep area sink. A work ordered was put in during this inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 33 - Food Protection and Service Group: Sec. 7-42, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-42, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form DEL-SR-6200A)
- Official code
- 33-11
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Sec. 7-30(a)(2), Ordinance: All child care personnel permanently assigned to care for infants (i.e., children under one year of age) must have completed or complete within 90 days after such assignment the Infant and Toddler Appropriate Practices module from Part II of the DCF child care training. The facility did not have documentation to show completion of infant/toddler training for all child care personnel assigned to working with infants.
- Inspector notes
- Two of the staff members that are permanently assigned to the infant room did not have documentation to show completion of infant/toddler training. They registered during inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Personnel Training Group: Sec. 7-30, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 03-08
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- 3.1(B), Handbook: It is the responsibility of the director/operator to ensure all areas and equipment of the facility are free from fire hazards, such as lint build up in heating and air vents, filters, exhaust fans, ceiling fans, and dryer vents. This includes grease build-up in ovens, stoves and food equipment. Fire hazard(s), such as [see narrative] was/were observed in the facility. Facility/Storage [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Lint build up was observed on two air vent covers. They were cleaned during inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 10 - General Facility Requirements Group: Sec. 7-35, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 10-15
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- 3.11(A), Handbook: A child care facility must make available toys, equipment, and furnishings suitable to each childs age and development and of a quantity for each to be involved in activities. The toys/equipment/furnishings in the [see narrative] are not sufficient for the number of the children using the classroom. Indoor/Outdoor Space [SR]
- Report comments
- During today's inspection, toys were being unboxed and disseminated into the classrooms.
- 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
- 17-04
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- 3.12(C), Handbook: All equipment, fences, and objects on the facilitys premises shall be free from sharp, broken and jagged edges, and properly placed to prevent overcrowding or safety hazards in any one area. Equipment in the outdoor space needs repair. Indoor/Outdoor Space [SR]
- Report comments
- After the 10/22/24 inspection, a work order was placed on 10/24/24 by the facility regarding the outdoor space in need of maintenance. On 1/16/25, the facility received a confirmation email from facilities that the these areas would be addressed on 1/27/25. During today's inspection, the areas were coned off to make them inaccessible to the children.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 22 - Outdoor Equipment Group: Sec. 7-37, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 22-03
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- Sec. 7-44(f), Ordinance: The childs arrival and departure must be recorded by child care personnel at the time the child enters and departs the child care facility. The attendance sheet/class roster must accompany the child care personnel and the group of children throughout the day should they leave the classroom. In order to account for childrens whereabouts, children who are reassigned to different classrooms throughout the day should be signed in and/or out of the rosters for those respective classrooms each time. The facility failed to maintain an accurate attendance roster for the children in care. License/Certificates [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- The attendance in all but one classroom was inaccurate. They were all corrected during inspection. 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: Erika Wheeler 01/17/2025 ____________________________________________ Received by: Ashley Wilcox 01/17/2025 LA PETITE ACADEMY C17BO0087 / 45332 6750 W ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- TRANSPORTATION - 50 - Daily Attendance Group: DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 50-02
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 below]. Facility/Storage [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the re-licensing inspection the following concerns were noted: the fence in the southwest corner of the large play area no longer anchored to the ground. There were three fence post that were rotten and cracked and could be moved by shaking them. The fence is leaning and is wobbly and can be pushed over as it is not secure. It also was noted by the director that animals are coming through the fence since it is not secure to the ground. Replace all of the rotten areas and ensure that the posts are firmly anchored to the ground. It was also observed that the fence along the west side of the play area located in the smaller playground that had been repaired was leaning an ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by June 17, 2024
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 11 - General Facility Requirements Group: Sec. 7-5.01, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 11-13
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Sec. 7-4.05(b), Ordinance: Prior to the first day of being employed by a child care facility, all child care personnel, excluding temporary substitutes, shall have on file at the child care facility a signed statement from a licensed physician or authorized agent of a Florida County Health Department attesting that the employee is in good health in order to care for children.The health assessment statement shall be documented on the No. 8, Physicians Statement of Good Health for Child Care Center Personnel, and updated every two (2) years.See Supplemental Inspection Sheet for name(s) of staff without current No. 8 on file. Staff Requirement [SR]
- Report comments
- During this inspection it was noted that tow staff person had not obtained a medical statement prior to the first day of employment.
- Correction status
- Due by May 21, 2024
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 05 - Health Requirements Group: Sec. 7-4.05, Ordinance Sec. 7-4.05, Ordinance
- Official code
- 05-01
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 below]. (Section 10, number 1) Facility/Storage [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the walk-through for this inspection it was observed that the fence in the southwest corner of the large play area no longer anchored to the ground. There were three fence post that were rotten and cracked and could be moved by shaking them. The fence is leaning and is wobbly and can be pushed over as it is not secure. It also was noted by the director that animals are coming through the fence since it is not secure to the ground. Replace all of the rotten areas and ensure that the posts are firmly anchored to the ground. It was also observed that the fence along the west side of the play area located in the smaller playground that had been repaired was leaning and in ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by June 7, 2024
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
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- Sec. 7-5.08(b), Ordinance: A copy of the current and approved annual fire inspection report indicating compliance by a certified fire inspector shall be on file with the licensing agency and must be conspicuously posted.The facility has not been inspected and approved by the local fire department as required. (Section 14.2, number 1) License/Certificates [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of this inspection it was noted that the annual fire inspection had expired on May 2, 2024 and there was no evidence that a current fire inspection had been conducted. fire extinguisher expires 072024
- Correction status
- Due by June 7, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRANSPORTATION - 49 - Fire and Emergency Safety Group: Sec. 7-5.08, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-5.08, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 14 Fire Safety and Emergency Preparedness and Response, Pages 32-34)
- Official code
- 49-01
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- 3.8.4(A) and (C), Handbook:During the facilitys license year, fire drills utilizing the approved alarm system must be conducted monthly at various dates and times when children are in care.The operator must maintain a written record of the fire drills showing the date, number of children and staff in attendance, evacuation route used, and time taken for all individuals to evacuate the premises. Each fire drill record must be maintained for a minimum of two years from the date of the fire drill.Documentation of conducted fire and emergency preparedness drills must be available at the time of inspection.3.8.5(D), Handbook: There was no documentation available to show that monthly fire drills have been completed for the month(s) of [see below]. (Section 14.3, numbers 1 and 2) License/Certificates [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of this inspection the fire drill log could not be located and there was not record that fire drill has been conducted for January, February, March and April. Facility needs to make up the missing drills.
- Correction status
- Due by May 21, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRANSPORTATION - 50 - Fire Drills/Emergency Procedures Group: DCF Handbook DCF Handbook (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 14 Fire Safety and Emergency Preparedness and Response, Pages 32-34)
- Official code
- 50-01
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- 4.1, Handbook: Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month must successfully complete the departments training within 12 months from the date training begins. Training completion may not exceed 15 months from the date of employment in the child care industry in any licensed Florida child care facility.See Supplemental Inspection Sheet for name(s) of staff/volunteers who are out of compliance. Staff Requirement [SR]
- Report comments
- During this inspection it was determined that a staff person had begun the 40 hour training but had completed it within 12 months of the date training began.
- Correction status
- Due by January 22, 2024
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Personnel Training Group: Secs. 7-4.01 and 7-4.02, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 03-03
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- 4.1, Handbook: Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month must successfully complete the departments training within 12 months from the date training begins. Training completion may not exceed 15 months from the date of employment in the child care industry in any licensed Florida child care facility.See Supplemental Inspection Sheet for name(s) of staff/volunteers who are out of compliance. Staff Requirement [SR]
- Report comments
- Duirng this inspection it was noted that one staff person who had begun the 45 hour training in 2021 had not complete the trainig within 15 months of the dater of employment in the child care industry. A review of the employee file verifeid that the staff person had started employimetn in the child care industry in 2021.
- Correction status
- Due by October 5, 2023
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Personnel Training Group: Secs. 7-4.01 and 7-4.02, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 03-03
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- 5.2(C), Handbook: Child care personnel must be re-screened following a break in employment in the child care industry that exceeds 90 days.See the Supplemental Inspection Sheet for name(s) of staff who need to be fully re-screened due to a 90-day break in service.
- Report comments
- At the time of this inspection, it was noted that one staff person had been hired at this facility in March 2023 but had left employment in the industry on June 30, 2022 and she had not been rescreened prior to employment at this facility.
- Correction status
- Due by April 28, 2023
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 01 - Background Screening Group: Sec. 7-4, Ordinance, DCF Handbook, and Secs.
- Official code
- 01-13
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Sec 7-4.02(j), Ordinance: All child care personnel who provide care to infants at child care facilities shall, prior to caring for such infants, successfully complete the most current training course(s) approved by the local licensing agency relating to providing an infant safe sleep environment, as identified on the local licensing agency's website. The owner of a child care facility must ensure that all such child care personnel are in compliance with the training requirements of this section, and that such training is renewed every two (2) years, in the same manner as provided for the initial training. Successful completion of the required training must be evidenced by a certificate, or any equivalent documentation, issued by the applicable training organization in the name of the individual who completed the course and indicating the date the course was completed. Documentation evidencing compliance with the training requirements under this section shall be included in the individual's personnel file maintained at the child care facility. See Supplemental Inspection Sheet for name(s) of staff missing the required training.
- Report comments
- At the time of this inspection, it was noted that the staff person in the infant room had not completed the safe sleep environment training. The training can be obtained from the following website: https://www.safesleepacademy.org/safe-sleep-training/
- Correction status
- Due by May 12, 2023
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Personnel Training Group: Secs. 7-4.01 and 7-4.02, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Secs. 7-4.01 and 7-4.02, Ordinance and DCF Handb (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 18 Training Requirements, Pages 26-27)
- Official code
- 03-06
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Sec. 7-5.01(l)(1), Ordinance: Drinking water shall be available and accessible to the children at all times from a public water system or other water source approved and regulated by the State of Florida. Drinking water means potable water safe for human consumption. Use of a garden hose to provide drinking water is prohibited due to potential health risks that could result from cross connections and backflow contamination of the water system. The drinking fountain was in need of repair. (Section 12.1) Facility/Storage [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of this inspection, it was noted that the outdoor drinking fountain on the large playground was full of debris (e.g. leaves, dirt, sticks) and needs to be cleaned and the water pressure needs to be raised. The director stated that due to COVID concerns the facility is not using the fountain. It was recommended that the facility provide water for the children when they are outside.
- Correction status
- Due by May 12, 2023
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 15 - Drinking Fountains/Water Coolers Group: Sec. 7-5.01, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-5.01, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 12.1 Drinking Water,
- Official code
- 15-01
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- 3.6.1(H), Handbook: Bedding and linens shall not be stored in the bathroom, unless stored in cabinets.Bedding was not properly stored. (Section 12.4, number 6) Indoor/Outdoor Space [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of this inspection, bedding was cots were observed being stored in the bathroom located in the three-year-old classroom.
- Correction status
- Due by May 12, 2023
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 21 - Napping Space Group: Sec. 7-5.04, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-5.04, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10.4 Nap and Sleep Space(s)/Safe Sleep Practices, Page 24 and Section 12.4 Bedding and Linens, Page 29)
- Official code
- 21-08
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- 3.5.1(D), Handbook: The outdoor play area must have adequate fencing or walls a minimum of 4 feet in height. Fencing, including gates, must be continuous and must not have gaps or opening larger than 3 inches that would allow children to exit the outdoor play area. The base of the fence must remain at ground level, and be free from erosion or build-up to prevent inside and outside access by children or animals. These areas must have at least two exits, with at least one being remote from the buildings. If an outdoor play area was approved for usage by the Department prior to the effective date of this rule, no new exits are required to be added to meet this standard. However, if outdoor play area fencing is changed then the standard would apply and two exits must be provided. The facilitys fencing was inadequate in that [see below]. (Section 10.8, number 2) Indoor/Outdoor Space [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of this inspection, it was noted that a section of the fence on the east side of the large play area is not at ground level and that there is an area that would allow animals to access the outdoor play area.
- Correction status
- Due by May 29, 2023
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 23 - Outdoor Play Space Group: Sec. 7-5.03, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-5.03, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10.7 Outdoor Play Area and Section 10.8 Fencing, Pages 25-26)
- Official code
- 23-12
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Sec 7-4.02(j), Ordinance: All child care personnel who provide care to infants at child care facilities shall, prior to caring for such infants, successfully complete the most current training course(s) approved by the local licensing agency relating to providing an infant safe sleep environment, as identified on the local licensing agency's website. The owner of a child care facility must ensure that all such child care personnel are in compliance with the training requirements of this section, and that such training is renewed every two (2) years, in the same manner as provided for the initial training. Successful completion of the required training must be evidenced by a certificate, or any equivalent documentation, issued by the applicable training organization in the name of the individual who completed the course and indicating the date the course was completed. Documentation evidencing compliance with the training requirements under this section shall be included in the individual's personnel file maintained at the child care facility. See Supplemental Inspection Sheet for name(s) of staff missing the required training.
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection it was noted that the infant teacher did not have the required training. The training can be obtained from the following website. https://www.safesleepacademy.org/safe-sleep-training/
- Correction status
- Due by January 27, 2023
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Personnel Training Group: Secs. 7-4.01 and 7-4.02, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 03-06
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Sec. 7-4.05(b), Ordinance: Prior to the first day of being employed by a child care facility, all child care personnel, excluding temporary substitutes, shall have on file at the child care facility a signed statement from a licensed physician or authorized agent of a Florida County Health Department attesting that the employee is in good health in order to care for children.The health assessment statement shall be documented on the No. 8, Physicians Statement of Good Health for Child Care Center Personnel, and updated every two (2) years.See Supplemental Inspection Sheet for name(s) of staff without current No. 8 on file.
- Report comments
- At the time of this inspection it was noted that one staff person did not have a medical statement on file as required.
- Correction status
- Due by February 7, 2023
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 05 - Health Requirements Group: Sec. 7-4.05, Ordinance
- Official code
- 05-01
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 [see below] staff for [see below] children was observed. Ratios/Discipline [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- Upon arrival to conduct the inspection the following ratios were observed: Ratios observed at time of arrival: infants 1:5 (4 infants 1 toddler toddlers 1:8 two's 1:13 mixed two's three's and four's 1:18 majority four's VPK 1:15 At 12:04 staff member arrived at the facility and the ratios were corrected to the following: infants 1:4 toddlers 2:11 two's 1:11
- Correction status
- Due by January 23, 2023
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 08 - Ratios of Personnel to Children Group: Sec. 7-4.06, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 08-01
Higher concern: Sleep safety
- Report finding
- 3.6.2(C) and (D), Handbook: A minimum of 18 inches must be maintained around individual napping and sleeping spaces. A maximum of two sides of a napping or sleeping space may be against a solid barrier, such as the wall. The solid side of a crib does not meet the requirements for a solid barrier.Napping and sleeping spaces must not be under furniture or against furniture that creates a hazard.Bedding was not spaced appropriately. Indoor/Outdoor Space [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of this inspection it was noted that the mats/cots used by the children were not 18 inches apart in the toddler room, two year old room and 2/3/4 year old room.
- Correction status
- Due by January 24, 2023
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 21 - Napping Space Group: Sec. 7-5.04, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 21-06
Higher concern: Sleep safety
- Report finding
- 7-5.04(d)(1), Ordinance: Except where authorized in accordance with the provisions of this section, all infants who are observed sleeping on their stomachs shall be repositioned onto their backs. A sleeping infant was not repositioned onto their back. Indoor/Outdoor Space [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of this inspection two infants were observed not sleeping on their backs and that the staff person did not reposition these children onto their backs.
- Correction status
- Due by January 24, 2023
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 22 - Crib Requirements/Bedding Group: DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 22-07
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 all new staff members complete the required background screening paperwork promptly upon hiring?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from a June 2026 inspection indicate that a required attestation form was not completed for staff at the time of initial screening or upon a change in employer.
- Context
- The record notes this was corrected at the time of the inspection.
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Finding-specific
Could you walk me through your process for ensuring that emergency evacuation plans are clearly posted in every classroom?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from June 2026 noted that an emergency evacuation plan was not observed in one of the classrooms.
- Context
- The correction for this finding was due by June 23, 2026.
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Finding-specific
What is your current system for maintaining accurate daily attendance rosters for children as they move between different classrooms?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an inspection in January 2025 show that the facility did not maintain an accurate attendance roster for children in care at that time.
- Context
- The record notes this was corrected at the time of the inspection.
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Finding-specific
How do you manage the routine cleaning and maintenance schedule for toys and play equipment to ensure everything remains in good condition?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records show multiple findings over the past few years regarding the sanitation of toys and the need for repairs to outdoor equipment.
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Finding-specific
What steps does the center take to ensure that all staff members are up to date on their required health and safety training?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from several inspections between 2023 and 2026 indicate instances where documentation for required staff training was missing or incomplete.
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