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]
Inspector notes
It was observed in the three year old and two year old room that the hardwood floor had started to develop gaps and would need to be repaired.
Correction status
Due by March 26, 2026
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 10 - General Facility Requirements Group: Sec. 7-35, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
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 [Both vans need to fix the headliner with van #2 needing and interior side panel. Also license number sticker need to be put back with rear warning sticker.].
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Both vans need to fix the headliner with van #2 vin 49423 needing and interior side panel. Also license number sticker need to be put back with rear warning sticker. EXCELSIOR INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY, Inc. C17BO0434 / 46771 760 E McNab Rd Pompano Beach FL 33060 Routine1 03/13/2025 Page 3 of 4
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Due by March 27, 2025
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TRANSPORTATION - 43 - Vehicle Requirements Group: Sec. 7-45, Ordinance, DCF Handbook, and Sec. 316.615, Florida Statutes
3.6.1(A) and (C-E), Handbook: Each child in care must be provided safe and sanitary bedding to be used when napping or sleeping. Sleep bedding includes beds, cribs, or mattresses. Nap bedding includes sleep bedding, cots, playpens, play yards or floor mats. Air and foam mattresses are prohibited. Floor mats must be at least one-inch thick and covered with an impermeable surface. Bedding must be appropriate for the child's size. Appropriate bedding is not available for all children. (Section 2.1(A) Health and Safety, Page 3) Indoor/Outdoor Space [SR]
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34 mats were found needing to be replaced.
Correction status
Due by November 21, 2024
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 19 - Napping Space Group: DCF Handbook DCF Handbook (Form DEL-SR-6200A)
Official code
19-06
Higher concern: Hazardous access
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Sec. 7-37(b), Ordinance: The outdoor play space and any area adjacent to any outdoor play space that a child may have access to shall be free and safe from any reasonably foreseeable condition that has the potential of endangering or does endanger the health, safety, and welfare of children, including, but not limited to, the presence of hazardous materials and high-tension wires. The following hazards were observed: [A tripping hazard was found due to the vapor/weed barrier was not covered. ].
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A tripping hazard was found due to the vapor/weed barrier was not covered.
Correction status
Due by November 21, 2024
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 21 - Outdoor Play Space Group: Sec. 7-37, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-37, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form DEL-SR-6200A)
Official code
21-06
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. (Section 2.1(A) Health and Safety, Page 3) Indoor/Outdoor Space [SR]
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A seat on a seesaw needs to be replaced and one large bolt needs to be pushed down on the orange car.
Correction status
Due by November 21, 2024
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 22 - Outdoor Equipment Group: Sec. 7-37, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-37, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form DEL-SR-6200A)
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 comment below]. Facility/Storage [SR]
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The following repairs are needed: -The round ABC/123 area rug in the toddler classroom has no nonskid grip and needs to be replaced; it has become a tripping/slipping hazard. -Changing pad from the toddler classroom needs to be replaced. -Smoke alarm not properly secure to the ceiling in the three's classroom. -Vpk classroom: crack ceiling tiles need (repair or replace), some ceiling tiles need to be properly adjusted to the ceiling, ceiling light cover need to be properly secure, and air vent need to be clean. -Smaller children playground: damage play structure (slide) need repair. -One seatbelt vehicle vin#49423 need to be replace (first row, middle seat). Van capacity is r ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by March 19, 2024
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 11 - General Facility Requirements Group: Sec. 7-5.01, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
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]
Inspector notes
One staff member file was observed pending to complete the departments training within 12 months from the date training begins. raining 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 more information.
Correction status
Due by November 23, 2023
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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)
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 process for ensuring that the center's vehicles are maintained and in good repair?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from an inspection in March 2025 note that certain vehicle components needed repair or replacement. Asking about the current maintenance routine helps parents understand how the facility keeps transportation equipment in good working order.
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Finding-specific
How does the staff monitor the outdoor play areas to ensure that equipment and surfaces remain in good condition for the children?
Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from November 2024 noted a need for maintenance regarding outdoor play space surfaces and equipment. This question allows the provider to explain their current daily or weekly safety check procedures for outdoor areas.
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Finding-specific
What is the facility's process for regularly inspecting and updating nap-time bedding to ensure it meets safety standards?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records from November 2024 mentioned a need for replacement of some nap mats. Asking about this process helps parents understand how the center manages the quality and cleanliness of sleep equipment.
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Finding-specific
How does the center manage ongoing facility maintenance to ensure that indoor areas like flooring remain in good repair?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records show that facility maintenance topics, specifically regarding repairs, have appeared in more than one inspection report within the last three years. This question invites the director to share how they proactively identify and address facility upkeep needs.
Context
A later inspection conducted on April 2, 2026, did not result in any findings.
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General question
What steps does the center take to ensure that all staff members are up to date with their required training and professional development?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Ensuring that staff are properly trained is a key part of maintaining a high-quality learning environment. This question helps parents understand how the center tracks training requirements and supports ongoing staff education.