Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 1.81
- Local median
- 0.31
Sunrise Preschool II
8812 Springtree Lakes Dr, Sunrise, FL 33351
- License:
- C17BO0674
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 11, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- Gold Seal, School Readiness, VPK, After School, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Transportation
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 174
- License expiration:
- September 30, 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.
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 2, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsSeptember 5, 2025
Summary
This summary covers 16 available inspections for Sunrise Preschool II from April 20, 2023 through April 2, 2026.
Nine inspections recorded violations, with 29 recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on April 2, 2026 and involved attendance accountability, with a due date of April 16, 2026.
Transportation was a higher-concern topic that showed up in seven inspections.
The available reports do not include a later inspection with no recorded violations after that violation.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 16
- Recorded violations
- 29
- Higher-concern violations
- 13
- Repeated topics
- 3
4 in last 12 months
8 in last 12 months
5 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
16 total inspections vs 15 local median in 33351
Compared to 21 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 50%
- Local median
- 17%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 56%
- Local median
- 29%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 3
- Local average
- 1.19
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Transportation
Appeared across 5 inspections, with 7 recorded violations.
December 11, 2024April 9, 2025April 30, 2025August 25, 2025April 2, 2026Facility condition
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 4 recorded violations.
December 11, 2024August 25, 2025December 4, 2025Equipment or readiness
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 4 recorded violations.
August 7, 2024December 11, 2024Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
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 [see below].
- Inspector notes
- The vehicles being used to transport children were not in good repair. The following was observed; (VIN#1335) - Water leak on drivers door, as evidenced by water accumulation in the door handle pocket - Roaches observed in the van (VIN#3875) - The glove compartment needs to be secured (loose, hanging off) - The dashboard near the vehicles odometer display is cracked/ broken - The top of the dashboard has a missing cover, exposing wires and other parts - Back passenger double door seal came off
- Correction status
- Due by April 28, 2026
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
- 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 below]. Transportation [SR]
- Report comments
- The destination procedure was not conducted, as evidenced by the transportation log. The transportation log was missing the second persons signature for Wednesday and Todays run. TA was provided that after the driver signs the children out as they depart the vehicle and conducts his sweep, staff must 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. LICENSE/CERTIFICATES
- Correction status
- Due by April 23, 2026
More details
- Report section
- TRANSPORTATION - 44 - Drivers Qualifications/Requirements Group: Sec. 7-45, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 44-07
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- 3.8.4(A) and (C), Handbook: During the facilitys license year, fire drills utilizing the alarm system, approved by the local fire authority, 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 child care personnel in attendance, evacuation route used, and time taken for all individuals to evacuate the premises. During the facilitys licensure year, fire drills utilizing the approved alarm system were not conducted monthly at various dates and times when children were in care. License/Certificates [SR]
- Report comments
- A fire drill or emergency preparedness drill was not conducted in March. TA was provided on monthly fire drills.
- Correction status
- Due by April 23, 2026
More details
- Report section
- TRANSPORTATION - 48 - Fire Drills/Emergency Procedures Group: DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 48-01
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 attendance roster for the children in care. License/Certificates [SR]
- Report comments
- Attendance was not documented in the 2y/o and 3y/o classrooms. The attendance for the mixed group of 4y/o children and school agers was in accurate in that the school agers were not marked present in the room. The school age room had 19 children marked present but there were only 14 children in the room. TA was provided that the attendance sheet/class roster must accompany the child care personnel and the group of children throughout the day should they leave the classroom. 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 Cl ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 16, 2026
More details
- Report section
- TRANSPORTATION - 50 - Daily Attendance Group: DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 50-01
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. Areas of the facility were found to be in need of cleaning. Facility/Storage [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Room number 2 was observed in need of repairs and cleaning. The following was observed: - dust in window seals, white wooden kids furniture, white and black floating wall shelfs, kids play kitchen - dirty colorful sun rug - alphabet rug with dirt stains - dirt stains on white doors and walls - peeling paint in room - clutter observed in white cubby furniture
- Correction status
- Due by December 19, 2025
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 10 - General Facility Requirements Group: Sec. 7-35, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 10-13
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Sec. 7-35(c)(2), Ordinance: Any child care facility with a licensed capacity of 50 children or fewer shall install a minimum of two drinking fountains, including at least one inside the facility and at least one in any outdoor play area. Child care facilities with a licensed capacity of more than 50 children shall have one additional drinking fountain located either inside or outside the facility for each additional 50 children licensed capacity or any fraction thereof. Manual or electrically powered commercial water coolers may be used to meet the indoor drinking fountain requirements. Electrically powered commercial water coolers may be used to meet the outdoor drinking fountain requirements. Water coolers with a hot water feature are prohibited for use by children at child care facilities. The facility has an inadequate number of working indoor/outdoor drinking fountains. An additional [1] indoor/outdoor fountain(s) is/are required.
- Inspector notes
- During the course of a complaint inspection, the following was found out of compliance; - The school has a capacity of 174 children but only 3 water fountains and 1 electrical water cooler was observed. Of the 3 fountains observed, one of the fountains located in the playground is inoperable and the 1 electrical water cooler is all out of water.
- Correction status
- Due by December 19, 2025
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 14 - Drinking Fountains/Water Coolers Group: Sec. 7-35, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 14-02
No recorded violations in this report
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. (Section 2.1(A) Health and Safety, Page 3) Facility/Storage [SR]
- Inspector notes
- The following non-compliance was observed; - There is a water stain on ceiling tile in the open space behind the lobby area. - There is a missing tile in the kitchen area and a bucket on the floor to collect water from leakage. Per staff member, they have issues with the AC and the technician will be here tomorrow. - fix/replace the toilet paper caps that have cracks (4).
- Correction status
- Due by September 8, 2025
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 10 - General Facility Requirements Group: Sec. 7-35, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-35, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form DEL-SR-6200A)
- Official code
- 10-14
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. (Section 2.1(A) Health and Safety, Page 3) Transportation [SR]
- Report comments
- There are two drivers and both drivers do not have current driver physicals on file. LICENSE/CERTIFICATES
- Correction status
- Due by September 8, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRANSPORTATION - 44 - Drivers Qualifications/Requirements Group: Sec. 7-45, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-45, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form DEL-SR-6200A)
- Official code
- 44-02
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- 3.8.5(F), Handbook: A facility that chooses to operate using an alternate power source, such as a generator, must have the power source permanently installed and maintained in accordance with the manufacturers recommendations and comply with the Florida Building Code and the Florida Fire Prevention Code 69A-60, F.A.C. The alternate power source and fuel supply shall be located in an area that is not subject to flooding or damage from storm surge. Additionally, if the generator is gas powered, the facility must install and maintain a carbon monoxide detector. An alternate power source was used by the facility, was not installed and maintained in accordance with manufacturers instructions, and/or did not comply with the Florida Building Code or Florida Fire Prevention Code 69A-60, F.A.C. License/Certificates [SR]
- Inspector notes
- A complaint allegation was received alleging that a vehicle belonging to Sunrise Preschool II was observed transporting children with a running generator on the back of the vehicle. FINDINGS: A complaint inspection was conducted and a statement from the director was received. Director's statement: Per the director, she stated that the school installed a generator on the back of the vehicle to power an external AC unit that was installed on top of the van because the vehicle's AC is inoperable. CCLE also observed the generator mounted to the back of the vehicle. Instead of repairing the vehicle's manufactured AC, the school added external factors that pose a safety threat to t ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by May 14, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRANSPORTATION - 48 - Fire Drills/Emergency Procedures Group: DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 48-14
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- 2.5.4(F)(1), Handbook: Approved alarm systems must meet the following criteria: (a.) The alarm system must be armed or activated automatically when the vehicles ignition is turned on. (b.) The alarm system must be designed and installed so that the vehicle horn, siren or other type of audio alarm will sound if the driver/staff member does not walk to the rear or, in the case of a passenger van, the side entry point of the vehicle, to manually shut off or deactivate the alarm. (c.) The time delay from the time the ignition is turned off after activation of the alarm system until the alarm sounds shall be no longer than one minute. (d.) The alarm must be audible from the distance of 500 feet from the vehicle. (e.) The alarm system must be installed so that the driver must walk to the back of the vehicle to reach the deactivation mechanism. Deactivation mechanisms installed in locations that do not require the driver to walk to the back of the vehicle and view all seating areas will not be acceptable. The vehicle alarm does not meet requirements in that [the alarm does not go off within the requirement time frame of one minute] Transportation [SR]
- Report comments
- There are two vehicles assigned to the school Van VIN# 1139 and VIN#: 9965. The child safety alarm for vehicle with VIN#: 9965 is not triggering the vehicle's horn. TA was provided that the necessary repairs must be done to maintain compliance. Other items requiring attention to maintain compliance are; - signs of tear on the seats and AC functionality. Vehicle inspections dated 11/6/2024.
- Correction status
- Due by April 23, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRANSPORTATION - 43 - Vehicle Requirements Group: Sec. 7-45, Ordinance, DCF Handbook, and Sec. 316.615, Florida Statutes
- Official code
- 43-12
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 following was following in need of repair; - the restroom floor needs recaulking on the edges near the toilets and sinks - the metal plates on the toilets are rusty and need replacing/ repair -the bolt near the bottom of the toilet is rusty and/or corroded and needs repair/ replacing - clean the black trash can and lid that has spill stains over it - repair the swollen wood panel on half wall between the toilets in the 3y/o classroom - replace / repair the corroded bathroom stall brackets repair replace the 3 y/o classroom chairs with missing chair glides and the chairs showing signs of rust - remove excess dust in the 3 y/o room vents - replace rugs with excess dirt stai ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by January 1, 2025
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 10 - General Facility Requirements Group: Sec. 7-35, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 10-14
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
- The following was found in need of repair; - the broken red tunnel on the play structure - the green slide with a crack at the base of the slide - the black basketball hoop base with holes and jagged edges
- Correction status
- Due by January 1, 2025
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 22 - Outdoor Equipment Group: Sec. 7-37, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 22-03
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 [the back AC not cooling. ].
- Report comments
- The AC in one of the vehicles turns on but it blows warm/ hot air. TA was provided that the vehicle must be maintained in working order.
- Correction status
- Due by January 1, 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
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- 4.2.6, Handbook: Documentation of the in-service training requirement must be recorded on CF-FSP Form 5268, Child Care In- Service Training Record, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(8)(i), F.A.C., and included in the child care facilitys personnel records.A new in-service training record is required each fiscal year. The in-service training records for the previous two fiscal years must also be maintained at the child care facility for review by the licensing authority.See the Supplemental Inspection Sheet for name(s) of staff who did not have documentation of completing in-service training on file. (Section 18.6, numbers 5 and 6) Staff Requirement [SR]
- Report comments
- Staff do not have annual in-service courses documented on the CF-FSP 5268 form as required to track annual in-service training courses. Page 1 of 9
- Correction status
- Due by August 21, 2024
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
- 03-07
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- Program personnel did not complete training requirements prior to unsupervised contact with or care of children, or if supervised, within 90 days of beginning employment or service with the program. (Section 18.1) Staff Requirement [SR]
- Report comments
- Staff has not completed school readiness training requirements prior to unsupervised contact with or care of children.
- Correction status
- Due by August 21, 2024
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
- 03-12
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
- There are 3 staff members that are in need of an updated physical #8 form. see supplement.
- Correction status
- Due by August 7, 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
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. A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [15] children is required. A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [20] children was observed. (Section 3, numbers 1-9 and Section 6.1, number 5) Ratios/Discipline [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Upon arrival a mixed group of 3, 4 and 5 year old children were observed with a ratio of 1:20. This does not meet minimum requirement to satisfy this standard. The center director separated group and brought this standard into compliance at time of visit. The school ratio's were as follows: One year old: 1:3 Two year old: 1:9 Three and four year old: 1:20 School age: 2:21
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 08 - Ratios of Personnel to Children Group: Sec. 7-4.06, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-4.06, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 3 Ratios, Page 13 and Section 5 Supervision, Pages 16-17)
- Official code
- 08-09
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- Sec. 7-5.02(g)(6)(c)(1), Ordinance: Electronic media (computers, televisions, radios, smart phones, and other handheld devices) use is prohibited for children younger than two (2) years of age, including during inclement weather.Electronic media was used for children under two (2) years of age. (Section 7, number 1) Indoor/Outdoor Space [SR]
- Inspector notes
- The one year old class was observed watching television.
- Correction status
- Due by August 7, 2024
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 20 - Activity Plan Group: Sec. 7-5.02, Ordinance, and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-5.02, Ordinance, and DCF Handbook (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 7 Planned Activities, Pages 19-20)
- Official code
- 20-09
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Sec. 7-8.02(a)(1), Ordinance:Written proof of physical examinations must be kept on file at the facility and updated every two (2) years.The physical examination record is no longer current for children listed on the Supplemental Inspection Sheet. (Section 19.2, number 1) Childrens Records [SR]
- Report comments
- There were 3 students with expired/missing health records. See supplement.
- Correction status
- Due by August 21, 2024
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 39 - Health Examinations/Health Maintenance Group: Sec. 7-8.02, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-8.02, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 19.2 Record Keeping/Childrens Files, Page 46)
- Official code
- 39-02
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- 7.1, Handbook:The child care facility is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed Florida Certificate of Immunization form Part A-1, B, or C, DH 680, or the Religious Exemption from Immunization form, DH 681 from the custodial parent or guardian.An up-to-date and age-appropriate immunization record was not current for the children listed on the Supplemental Inspection Sheet. (Section 19.2, number 2) Childrens Records [SR]
- Report comments
- There were 4 students with expired immunization records. See supplement.
- Correction status
- Due by August 21, 2024
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 39 - Health Examinations/Health Maintenance Group: Sec. 7-8.02, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-8.02, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 19.2 Record Keeping/Childrens Files, Page 46)
- Official code
- 39-03
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
- The facility had an expired fire inspection conducted on 8/3/23. Sunrise Preschool II C17BO0674 / 50113 8812 Springtree Lakes Dr Sunrise FL 33351 Re-Licensure 08/07/2024 Page 7 of 9
- Correction status
- Due by August 14, 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
- 3.8.2(B), Handbook: Fire extinguishers with a minimum rating of 2A:10BC must be properly installed, serviced and maintained with current inspection tags at all times.The fire extinguishers throughout the facility were not properly maintained. (Section 14.2, number 3) License/Certificates [SR]
- Report comments
- The fire extinguishers were serviced on 7/23 and are due for annual inspection. Per director service appointment is scheduled for August 13th, 2024/
- Correction status
- Due by August 14, 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
- 49-05
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- 3.4.5(A) and (B), Handbook: The operator must develop a written emergency preparedness plan that includes at a minimum, procedures to be taken by the facility during a fire, evacuation, relocation, shelter in place, lockdown, and inclement weather (for example: hurricanes, tropical storms or tornadoes), and to facilitate parent/guardian reunification onsite and offsite.Lockdown and inclement weather drills shall be conducted a minimum of one time each per operating year when children are in care and the documentation of these drills must be maintained for two years. A lockdown or inclement weather drill may substitute for one monthly fire drill. No more than three fire drills may be substituted for during a 12 month period. Documentation of this substitution must be maintained for two years. The facility failed to conduct emergency preparedness drills as required. (Section 14.1, number 2) License/Certificates [SR]
- Report comments
- The emergency preparedness drill did not reflect drills conducted for months of April, May, June, July and August. The following drills were documented on the emergency preparedness drill log: Routine fire drill: 3/13/24 Alternate fire drill: 8/9/23 No nap time drill No lock down drill No inclement weather drill. CCLE staff advised center director to complete weekly fire drills to include a naptime drill for the month of August and also conduct an inclement weather and lockdown drill during the month of August.
- Correction status
- Due by August 30, 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
- 50-05
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- 7.5(B), 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.The custodial parent or guardian may document the time when his/her child enters and departs the child care facility or program. However, child care facility personnel are responsible for ensuring that attendance records are complete and accurate.The attendance sheet was missing [see below]. License/Certificates [SR]
- Report comments
- The one year old, two year old and VPK-B classrooms did not have an accurate attendance log at time of inspection. The school age attendance log was not available for review. A revisit will be scheduled. Owner/Director/Staff Responsible Comments .... 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 b ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by May 16, 2023
More details
- Report section
- TRANSPORTATION - 52 - Daily Attendance Group: DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 52-02
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Sec. 7-4.01(k)(8)(a-c), Ordinance: All child care personnel shall be a high school graduate or equivalent.See the Supplemental Inspection Sheet for the name(s) of any staff whose proof of education was not on file.
- Correction / follow-up note
- There was a staff member without proof of education. See supplement.
- Correction status
- Due by April 27, 2023
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 02 - Education Requirements Group: Secs. 7-3 and 7-4.01, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 02-06
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- 4.1, Handbook: Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month must begin training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry.See the Supplemental Inspection Sheet for staff who did not begin the training within 90 days of employment.
- Inspector notes
- There was a staff member that was observed supervising children without beginning required 40-hour childcare training courses. see supplement.
- Correction status
- Due by April 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
- 03-02
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- 4.2.2, Handbook: Pursuant to Section 402.305(2)(d)5., F.S., all child care personnel must complete a single course of training in early literacy and language development of children ages birth through five years that is a minimum of five clock hours or .5 CEUs. Early literacy training must be completed within twelve (12) months of date of employment in the child care industry.See Supplemental Inspection Sheet for name(s) of staff missing the training.
- Inspector notes
- There was a staff member observed supervising children without completing the required 5-hour childcare training course within the allotted time frame. See supplement.
- Correction status
- Due by April 27, 2023
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- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Personnel Training Group: Secs. 7-4.01 and 7-4.02, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 03-04
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. Facility/Storage [SR]
- Report comments
- There were chemicals stored in an unlocked cabinet in the school age room.
- Correction status
- Due by April 20, 2023
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- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 12 - Toxins/Hazardous Materials Group: Sec. 7-5.01, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 12-05
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- 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 [see below] classroom. License/Certificates [SR]
- Report comments
- The attendance recorded on the three year old and four year old class did not reflect the amount of children that were being supervised. The school age attendance was not recorded for today and yesterday's attendance log. Owner/Director/Staff Responsible Comments ... 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. _______________________________________ ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 20, 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 walk me through the current process for tracking children's attendance throughout the day, especially when they move between classrooms or outdoor areas?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an April 2026 inspection indicate that attendance rosters were not consistently maintained for children in certain classrooms. This question helps clarify how the center ensures all children are accounted for during transitions.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps have been taken to ensure that all required emergency and fire drills are conducted and documented on a consistent monthly schedule?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records show that fire and emergency drill documentation has been a recurring area of focus in multiple reports over the past few years. Asking this helps understand the center's current approach to maintaining these safety requirements.
Related violations
Finding-specific
Could you describe the routine maintenance and safety check process for the vehicles used to transport children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Official inspection reports have repeatedly noted concerns regarding vehicle maintenance and equipment functionality over several years. This question allows the director to explain the current procedures for keeping transportation vehicles in good repair.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How does the center manage ongoing facility repairs and ensure that all areas remain clean and in good working order for the children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from recent inspections have noted various facility maintenance and cleanliness issues, such as needed repairs and water fountain functionality. This question helps parents understand how the center prioritizes and addresses these upkeep needs.
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General question
What is your process for communicating with families regarding daily routines and any changes to center policies?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Establishing clear communication channels is essential for parents to stay informed about their child's daily experience and the center's operational standards. This helps ensure transparency and alignment between the family and the provider.