3.9.2(F)(1), Handbook: Thermometers in refrigerators must show a reading of 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below, and thermometers in freezers must show a reading of 0 degrees Fahrenheit or below. A refrigerator was observed with a thermometer showing a temperature reading greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit and/or freezer was observed with a thermometer showing a temperature reading greater than 0 degrees Fahrenheit. (Section 2.1(A) Health and Safety, Page 3) Food Service/Nutrition [SR]
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The refrigerator in the infant classroom had a temperature reading of greater than 41 degrees. This was resolved at the time of the inspection by placing all the bottles and items in a refrigerator in the kitchen.
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Completed at time of inspection
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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)
4.2.7 and 4.2.7(D), Handbook: Upon successful completion of the 40-hour introductory training requirements, child care personnel must complete a minimum of 10 clock-hours or one CEU of in-service training annually during the states fiscal year beginning July 1 and ending June 30. Sec. 7-30(a)(1), Ordinance: All child care personnel permanently assigned to care for infants must complete four hours of annual in-service training specifically geared to infant care. Child care personnel, including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the required in-service training. Staff Requirements [SR]
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Child care personnel, including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the required in-service training. (See supplemental statement)
Correction status
Due by November 7, 2025
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Personnel Training Group: Sec. 7-30, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
Official code
03-07
Medium concern: Health or food records
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Sec. 7-32, Ordinance: Before the first day of employment at a child care facility, all child care personnel, excluding temporary substitutes, must have on file at the child care facility a signed statement from a licensed physician or authorized agent of the Florida Department of Health attesting that the person is in good health in order to care for children in a child care facility setting. The health assessment statement shall be documented on a form prescribed by the local licensing agency and updated at least every two years. Child Care personnel did not have a current health statement on file.
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Child Care personnel did not have a current health statement on file. (See supplemental statement)
Correction status
Due by November 7, 2025
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 05 - Health Requirements Group: Sec. 7-32, Ordinance
Official code
05-01
Higher concern: Hazardous access
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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/hazardous material was accessible to children. Facility/Storage [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the licensing monitor observed a cleaning solution bottle open on the floor in the children's restroom. The licensing monitor brought this concern to the attention of the teacher and school director. The director immediately removed the cleaning solution, bringing this standard into compliance.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 11 - Toxins/Hazardous Materials Group: Sec. 7-42, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
Official code
11-02
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
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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, the monitor observed open containers (mop buckets) of water were not emptied after use in multiple classrooms. The licensing monitor brought this concern to the attention of the teachers and the school director. The teachers immediately discarded the water bringing this standard back into compliance.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 17 - Equipment and Furnishings Group: Sec. 7-36, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
Official code
17-08
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
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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]
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Technical Assistance was provided for the following areas of concern: -The water fountain on the playground needs to be repaired -Playground apparatus needs washing/repainting
Correction status
Due by October 21, 2025
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 22 - Outdoor Equipment Group: Sec. 7-37, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
Official code
22-03
Medium concern: Health or food records
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3.9.6(G), Handbook: Due to the extreme risk of choking, solid foods, including cereal, may not be given in bottles or with infant feeders to children with normal feeding habits unless authorized by a physician. Solid foods may not be fed to an infant younger than 4 months of age unless directed by a physician. Solid foods must be of a safe consistency and must be developmentally appropriate for the age and developmental ability of the infant. Solid food and/or cereal was fed to an infant under 4 months of age in a bottle and/or without authorization from a physician. Food Service/Nutrition [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the monitor observed an infant given cereal in a bottle without authorization from a physician. (See Supplemental sheet). Following progressive enforcement procedures, a Notice of Violation is being issued as this standard was previously cited out of compliance on 6/13/2025.
Correction status
Due by October 22, 2025
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 34 - Feeding Procedure/Seating Group: Sec. 7-42, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
Official code
34-17
Higher concern: Transportation
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2.5.2(F-G), Handbook: Upon arrival at the destination by vehicle, the driver of the vehicle must mark each child off the log as the child departs the vehicle; conduct a physical inspection and visual sweep of the vehicle interior to ensure that no child is left in the vehicle; and record, sign, and date the transportation log immediately, verifying that all children were accounted for, and that the visual sweep was conducted; ensure that a second child care personnel conducts a second visual sweep, signs and dates the transportation log verifying that all children were accounted for, and that the log is complete. If the provider contracts with an outside entity to provide transportation, then the provider must assign a child care personnel to perform the duties of the driver. Upon arrival at the destination by vehicle, a second and different child care personnel must conduct a physical inspection and visual sweep of the vehicle to ensure that no child is left in the vehicle; and sign, date and record the transportation log immediately, verifying that all children were accounted for, and that the log is complete. Procedures were not followed in that [see details below]. Transportation [SR]
Inspector notes
The licensing monitor observed destination procedures were not followed in that upon arriving to the program the driver did not immediately mark off each child as they departed from the vehicle to verify all children were accounted for. While inspecting the additional vehicle the monitor had to prompt the school director to complete the second sweep as that vehicle was leaving. Technical Assistance: F. Upon arrival at the destination by vehicle, the driver of the vehicle must: 1. Mark each child off the log as the child departs the vehicle; 2. Conduct a physical inspection and visual sweep of the vehicle interior to ensure that no child is left in the vehicle; and 3. Record, ... [truncated]
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Due by October 21, 2025
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TRANSPORTATION - 44 - Drivers Qualifications/Requirements Group: Sec. 7-45, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
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. A ratio of [2] child care personnel for [7] children is required. A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [7] children was observed. Ratios/Discipline [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time inspection, the monitor observed office manager leave the front office area and removed a one-year old child from the 1's classroom into the infant classroom. Per the office manager, the child's parent just arrived and placed the child into the 1's classroom. The monitor verified the time the child was signed in on the classroom roster was 30mins prior to inspection. The monitor informed staff on site that the classrooms need to remain in ratio when the children arrive. Provider resolved standard by correcting room ratio and roster entry. Infants 1:4 1's 1:7 new ratio after correction was made 1:5 2's 2:16 3's 1:15 4-5's 2:23 Camp 1:14
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Completed at time of inspection
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 07 - Ratios of Personnel to Children Group: Sec. 7-33, Ordinance, DCF Handbook, and Sec.
Official code
07-01
Low concern: Administrative posting
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Sec. 7-35(d), Ordinance: There shall be sufficient storage space accessible for each child to store extra clothing and other personal items, as well as separate storage space for equipment and supplies. The facility does not have sufficient storage space accessible for children's belongings and/or equipment and materials.
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Technical Assistance: There shall be sufficient storage space accessible for each child to store extra clothing and other personal items, as well as separate storage space for equipment and supplies.
Correction status
Due by June 27, 2025
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 12 - Facility Storage Group: Sec. 7-35, Ordinance
Official code
12-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
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3.9.6(G), Handbook: Due to the extreme risk of choking, solid foods, including cereal, may not be given in bottles or with infant feeders to children with normal feeding habits unless authorized by a physician. Solid foods may not be fed to an infant younger than 4 months of age unless directed by a physician. Solid foods must be of a safe consistency and must be developmentally appropriate for the age and developmental ability of the infant. Solid food and/or cereal was fed to an infant under 4 months of age in a bottle and/or without authorization from a physician. Food Service/Nutrition [SR]
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Technical Assistance: Due to the extreme risk of choking, solid foods, including cereal, may not be given in bottles or with infant feeders to children with normal feeding habits unless authorized by a physician.
Correction status
Due by June 27, 2025
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 34 - Feeding Procedure/Seating Group: Sec. 7-42, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
Official code
34-17
Medium concern: Health or food records
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Sec. 7-43(a), Ordinance: Within 15 days after enrollment, the child care facility must obtain, from a parent for each child in care, a current, complete, and properly executed Florida Certification of Immunization form Part A-1, B, or C, DH 680, which is incorporated by reference in Rule 65C-22.001(7)(o), Florida Administrative Code, or the Religious Exemption from Immunization form, DH 681, which is incorporated by reference in Rule 65C-22.001(7)(p), Florida Administrative Code. DH Form 680 and DH Form 681 may be obtained from the Florida Department of Health. The Florida Certificate of immunization was missing for children in care. Childrens Records [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection the monitor observed the Florida Certificate of immunization was expired for children in care.
Correction status
Due by June 27, 2025
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 37 - Health Examinations/Health Maintenance Group: Sec. 7-43, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
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 describe the current procedures in place to ensure that cleaning supplies are always stored securely and out of reach of children?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from an October 2025 inspection noted an instance where a cleaning solution was accessible in a restroom. Asking about current storage practices helps confirm that the facility maintains a secure environment for all children.
Context
The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps does your team take to verify that all children are accounted for during transportation, and how do you conduct the required vehicle sweeps?
Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from October 2025 identified that transportation procedures were not fully followed during arrival. Discussing these protocols provides insight into how the center ensures child safety during transit.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you ensure that staff-to-child ratios are maintained throughout the day, especially during transitions like arrivals or room changes?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from a June 2025 inspection noted a concern regarding classroom ratios during a child transition. Asking about current staffing practices helps parents understand how the center manages supervision levels.
Context
The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
Could you explain your current process for managing infant feeding, particularly regarding physician authorizations for dietary needs?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records show multiple instances between 2025 and 2026 where infant feeding procedures were not fully followed. Understanding the current policy helps ensure that individual dietary instructions are handled consistently.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How does your center maintain and monitor the temperature of refrigerators used for storing children's bottles and food?
Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from February 2026 noted a refrigerator temperature concern. Asking about the current monitoring process helps clarify how the facility ensures food safety standards are met.
Context
The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection.