4.7, Handbook: Section 402.305(2)(f), F.S., requires a child care facility to have a credentialed director. The facility has no director or the director does not meet the minimum qualifications.
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The after school preschool program does not have a credential director since 5/22/2026. The preschool has until 11/19/2026 to employe a qualify replacement. A Provisional License will be issue.
Correction status
Due by November 19, 2026
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 02 - Education Requirements Group: Sec. 7-30, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
Sec. 7-43(b), Ordinance: Within 15 days after enrollment, the child care facility must obtain for each child in care a current, complete, and properly executed Student Health Examination form DH 3040, which is incorporated by reference in Rule 65C-22.001(7)(q), Florida Administrative Code, and which may be obtained from the Florida Department of Health or from the parent, or a signed statement by authorized professionals indicating the results of the components of the Student Health Examination form are included in the health examination. The Student Health Examination or equivalent health statement was missing for children in care. (Section 2.1(A) Health and Safety, Page 3) Childrens Records [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of the onsite visit (9) preschoolers files were observed missing health/ not available for review. See supplemental notes. SUNSHINE AFTER CARE AT SEA CASTLE ELEMENTARY C17BO0621 / 46197 9600 Miramar Blvd FL 33025 Renewal 05/08/2026 Page 3 of 5
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Due by May 30, 2026
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 37 - Health Examinations/Health Maintenance Group: Sec. 7-43, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-43, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form DEL-SR-6200A)
Official code
37-01
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. (Section 2.1(A) Health and Safety, Page 3) Childrens Records [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of the onsite visit (8) preschoolers files were observed with expired/ missing immunization. See supplemental notes for more information.
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Due by May 30, 2026
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 37 - Health Examinations/Health Maintenance Group: Sec. 7-43, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-43, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form DEL-SR-6200A)
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. The facility did not have documentation of child care personnel's completion of required training on the training transcript in that [see below].
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The facility did not have documentation of child care personnel's completion of departments training within 12 months from the date training begins. See supplemental notes.
Correction status
Due by June 6, 2025
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Personnel Training Group: Sec. 7-30, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-30, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form DEL-SR-6200A)
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]
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The facility has not been inspected and approved by the local fire department as required. The most current fire inspection was competed on 12/11/2023. Fire extinguishers tag dated 5/2024. TA, 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 for review.
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Due by February 17, 2025
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TRANSPORTATION - 47 - Fire and Emergency Safety Group: 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 tell me about the current status of the facility's fire safety inspection and how you ensure all documentation remains up to date?
Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from January 2025 noted that the facility did not have a current, approved fire inspection on file at that time.
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Finding-specific
What is the current process for ensuring the facility has a credentialed director in place?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from an inspection in May 2026 indicate the facility was working to secure a qualified director, and this topic has appeared in previous reports.
Context
A later clean inspection was recorded on June 3, 2026.
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Finding-specific
How do you manage and track staff training requirements to ensure all personnel stay current with their certifications?
Why ask this
Why ask this
The available inspection records show that staff training documentation has been a recurring topic in reports from 2025 and 2026.
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Finding-specific
What steps are taken to ensure that all children's immunization and health records are complete and organized upon enrollment?
Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from May 2026 noted that some student health and immunization records were missing or expired at the time of the visit.
Context
A later clean inspection was recorded on June 3, 2026.
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General question
How do you communicate with families if there are any changes to the daily routine or staffing transitions?
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Why ask this
Understanding how the center keeps parents informed helps ensure consistent communication and transparency regarding daily operations.