4.7(A), Handbook: Each child care facility must have a credentialed director who is on-site a majority of hours, excluding weekends and evening hours that the facility is in operation. Documentation of majority of hours must be maintained and available for review by the licensing authority. The credentialed director is not on site on a regular basis enough to meet this standard.
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, credentialed director is not on site. Per personnel, credentialed director has not been on site since the beginning of the month. Director has not been observed on site by licensing monitor. Site does not qualify for multi-site director as [11] preschool children are enrolled.
Correction status
Due by May 30, 2026
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 02 - Education Requirements Group: Sec. 7-30, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
Official code
02-02
Low concern: Recordkeeping
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7.4, Handbook: Records must be maintained and kept current on all child care personnel, as defined by Section 402.302(3), F.S. These records shall be on-site and available for review by the licensing authority. Personnel records or copies of records were not being maintained at the facility and available for review by the licensing authority. Staff Requirements [SR]
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At the time of inspection, a substitute was being utilized and a file was not available for review by licensing monitor. RATIOS/DISCIPLINE
Correction status
Due by May 30, 2026
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 06 - Personnel Records Group: Sec. 7-33, Ordinance, DCF Handbook, and Sec.
Official code
06-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
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3.9.4, Handbook: For facilities that prepare food, non-disposable food equipment, tableware, and utensils utilized for food preparation must be properly cleaned by pre-rinsing or scraping, washing, rinsing, sanitizing, and air drying. If the child care facility lacks adequate dishwashing and sanitation described in this section for dishes, equipment and utensils, only disposable single-use items may be used. All single service items must be discarded after each use. Food equipment, tableware and utensils used to prepare food must be washed and sanitized on-site except when a caterer is used, and the caterer is responsible for dishwashing as evidenced by a written agreement. Non-disposable food equipment, tableware, and utensils utilized for food preparation and food consumption were not properly washed and sanitized on-site. Food Service/Nutrition [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, licensing monitor observed a red igloo being utilized to serve water to children. Additionally, children were observed using their drinking cups to scoop ice for the drinking water from a separate cooler. Per provider, the igloo is washed with soap and water. Igloo is not properly washed and sanitized on site.
Correction status
Due by May 9, 2026
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 33 - Food Protection and Service Group: Sec. 7-42, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
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.
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, licensing monitor observed [1] expired No.8 form.
Correction status
Due by January 18, 2026
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 05 - Health Requirements Group: Sec. 7-32, Ordinance
Official code
05-01
Higher concern: Transportation
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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]
Inspector notes
The elementary school has a current comprehensive safety inspection conducted on 09/03/2025. There are deficiencies indicated on the report, some of which are fire safety related in the classrooms/areas being utilized by the afterschool program. Based on this information, the inspection is deemed not approved. An approved inspection is required. Last EXTINGUISHER service 11/2026
Correction status
Due by June 16, 2026
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TRANSPORTATION - 47 - Fire and Emergency Safety Group: DCF Handbook
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.
Report comments
At the time of inspection, program does not have a credentialed director. Program requires a single credentialed director as preschoolers are enrolled.
Correction status
Due by February 16, 2026
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 02 - Education Requirements Group: Sec. 7-30, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-30, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form DEL-SR-6200A)
Official code
02-01
Higher concern: Transportation
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Sec. 7-11.10(c), Ordinance: A completed application for renewal of a license must be submitted to the local licensing agency at least 45 days prior to the expiration date of the current license to ensure that a lapse in licensure does not occur. The facility failed to submit a complete renewal application 45 days prior to the license expiration.
Correction / follow-up note
At the time of inspection, a completed application and renewal payment has not been received by Department. A late fee may be assessed. The providers license expires on 09/30/2025. All areas of this report that fail to comply must be corrected by 09/06/2025 or the renewal license may be denied. AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAMS AT PEMBROKE PINES ELEMENTARY C17BO0816 / 50243 6700 SW 9th St Pembroke Pines FL 33023 Renewal 08/20/2025 Page 4 of 6
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. (Section 2.1(A) Health and Safety, Page 3) License/Certificates [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, licensing monitor observed inaccurately recorded attendance. Time of student arrival is not documented on staff rosters. SCHOOL READINESS
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. License/Certificates [SR]
Report comments
Last EXTINGUISHER service 09/2023 Last fire INSPECTION 10/12/23 Fire inspection is unapproved
Correction status
Due by May 19, 2024
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TRANSPORTATION - 49 - Fire and Emergency Safety Group: Sec. 7-5.08, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
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 current fire inspection exp on 8/25/23, an inspection has been schedule in the coming days.
Correction status
Due by September 12, 2023
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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)
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 explain the current status of the facility's fire safety inspection and how you ensure all documentation is kept up to date?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records show that an inspection report from December 2025 noted that the facility had not been approved by the local fire department as required. This question helps clarify the current status of these safety requirements.
Context
The inspection report noted that an approved annual fire inspection is required.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How does your team manage daily attendance rosters to ensure that every child's arrival and departure is accurately recorded?
Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from August 2025 indicated that attendance records were not being accurately maintained. This question allows the provider to explain their current process for tracking children throughout the day.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your current process for ensuring that a credentialed director is on-site during the required hours of operation?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records from April 2026 noted that a credentialed director was not on-site as required. This question helps parents understand how the center ensures consistent leadership presence.
Related violations
Finding-specific
Can you describe your procedures for cleaning and sanitizing food service equipment to ensure they meet health standards?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from an April 2026 inspection identified a concern regarding the cleaning and sanitizing of non-disposable food equipment. This question provides an opportunity to learn about the current sanitation practices in place.
Related violations
General question
How do you maintain and organize personnel records to ensure all staff documentation is current and easily accessible?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Maintaining organized and up-to-date staff records is essential for ensuring that all personnel meet health and safety requirements. This question helps parents understand the administrative oversight at the center.