Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 1.33
- Local median
- 0.39
KIDDIE CARE BROWARD INC.
3269 W Broward Blvd, Lauderhill, FL 33312
- License:
- C17BO0832
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 11, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, VPK, After School, Drop In, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care, Transportation
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 70
- License expiration:
- December 31, 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.
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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 17, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsApril 17, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 21 available inspections for KIDDIE CARE BROWARD INC. from March 29, 2023 through April 17, 2026.
12 inspections recorded violations, with 28 recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on March 25, 2026 and involved transportation, with a due date of April 15, 2026.
That higher-concern topic showed up in three inspections.
A later inspection showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether it was a formal follow-up.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 21
- Recorded violations
- 28
- Higher-concern violations
- 11
- Repeated topics
- 7
7 in last 12 months
10 in last 12 months
3 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
21 total inspections vs 14 local median in 33312
Compared to 24 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 38%
- Local median
- 11%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 57%
- Local median
- 25%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 7
- Local average
- 1.54
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Facility condition
Appeared across 4 inspections, with 5 recorded violations.
August 1, 2023August 20, 2024September 18, 2024July 22, 2025Equipment or readiness
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 4 recorded violations.
August 20, 2024September 18, 2024November 21, 2024Health or food records
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 5 recorded violations.
November 21, 2024July 22, 2025March 25, 2026Transportation
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
November 21, 2024March 26, 2025March 25, 2026Hazardous access
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
August 1, 2023October 29, 2024Sleep safety
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
August 1, 2023November 18, 2025Staff-to-child ratio
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
June 4, 2024February 20, 2026Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- 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. Food Service/Nutrition [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the inspection, the thermometer in the students refrigerator was showing a reading of 50 degrees Fahrenheit, and 20 degrees Fahrenheit in the freezer. Provider has another refrigerator use for staff members. Provider has been advised to dispose the milk that has been store in the students refrigerator, and per providers statement, they will contact the caterer to get more milk. This area was corrected at the time of the inspection, and technical assistance was provided regarding this standard.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 33 - Food Protection and Service Group: Sec. 7-42, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 33-03
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 [See comments].
- Inspector notes
- The vehicle with VIN 0068 was observed in need of repair in the following areas Single seat was observed missing the arm rest. • One of the air vents was missing the cap • The vehicle inspection was conducted on 8/16/25 and the insurance is valid until 4/30/2026. Note: Another vehicle with VIN 3689 was station at the facility however per providers statement this particular vehicle is not used for transportation services at this location. Therefore, this vehicle was not monitored during todays routine inspection.
- Correction status
- Due by April 15, 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: 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 [2] child care personnel for [12] children is required. A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [12] children was observed. Ratios/Discipline [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Complaint alleges that there is insufficient staffing to appropriately supervise the children.____________________________________________________________________________________FINDINGS:A complaint inspection was conducted on 2/20/2026 and the following ratios were observed: _________________________________________________________________________________________infants and 1y/o 1:4, 1y/o and 2y/o 1:12, 2y/o, 3y/o and 4y/o 2:30____________________________________________________________________________________Upon arrival, a mixed group of 3s and 4s was observed in the main room at the center of the facility. It was later determined that there was a 2y/o child (K.B.) among t ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by March 6, 2026
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 07 - Ratios of Personnel to Children Group: Sec. 7-33, Ordinance, DCF Handbook, and Sec.
- Official code
- 07-01
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Sleep safety
- Report finding
- 3.6.4(A), Handbook: Cribs or playpens/play yards used for infants must have tight fitted sheets and no excess bedding, which includes but is not limited to: bumper pads, hanging mobiles, quilts, comforters, receiving blankets, pillows, stuffed animals and cushions. The crib/play yard sheets were not appropriate. (Section 2.1(A) Health and Safety, Page 3) Indoor/Outdoor Space [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Upon arriving to the infant classrooms, all three play yards were observed without fitted sheets. Technical assistance was provided regarding this standard. KIDDIE CARE BROWARD INC. C17BO0832 / 50255 3269 W Broward Blvd Lauderhill FL 33312 Renewal 11/18/2025 Page 2 of 5
- Correction status
- Due by November 25, 2025
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 20 - Crib Requirements/Bedding Group: Sec. 7-38, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-38, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form DEL-SR-6200A)
- Official code
- 20-04
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- 4.2.7(B), Handbook: Documentation of the in-service training requirement must be recorded on CF-FSP Form 5268, Child Care In- Service Training Record 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. Documentation of in-service training was not recorded on CF-FSP Form 5268, Child Care In-service Training Record. Staff Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- Documentation of in-service training was not recorded on CF-FSP Form 5268, Child Care In-service Training Record.
- Correction status
- Due by August 5, 2025
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Personnel Training Group: Sec. 7-30, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 03-06
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]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, licensing monitor observed the following in need of repair: -Water stains in the ceiling throughout the facility -Clogged sink drain in 1's classroom -Lint build up in the air conditioning vents -Chipped paint throughout the facility
- Correction status
- Due by August 5, 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: Facility condition
- Report finding
- 3.1(B), Handbook: It is the responsibility of the director/operator to ensure all areas and equipment of the facility are free from fire hazards, such as lint build up in heating and air vents, filters, exhaust fans, ceiling fans, and dryer vents. This includes grease build-up in ovens, stoves and food equipment. Fire hazard(s), such as [lint build up in air vents] was/were observed in the facility. Facility/Storage [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Fire hazard(s), such as [ lint build up in air vents ] was observed in the facility.
- Correction status
- Due by August 5, 2025
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 10 - General Facility Requirements Group: Sec. 7-35, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 10-15
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- 3.9.2(B), Handbook: Stored food must be consumed or discarded on or before the expiration dates listed by the manufacturer. Expired food was observed. Food Service/Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the licensing monitor observed expired formula in the infant's classroom. Provider resolved by discarding expired formula.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 33 - Food Protection and Service Group: Sec. 7-42, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 33-19
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- 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
- While inspecting the infant classroom, the monitor observed cereal in a child's bottle. No documentation/authorization from a physician was provided. 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 August 5, 2025
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 34 - Feeding Procedure/Seating Group: Sec. 7-42, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 34-17
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- 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. Childrens Records [SR]
- Report comments
- The Student Health Examination or equivalent health statement was missing for children in care. Technical Assistance was provided for student health exam missing.
- Correction status
- Due by August 5, 2025
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 37 - Health Examinations/Health Maintenance Group: Sec. 7-43, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 37-01
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- Sec. 7-45(b)(1), Ordinance: Vehicles must state the name of the child care facility on each side panel in six- to eight-inch letters. The back panel must have the wording Caution Transporting Children in a minimum of four-inch letters. The facilitys license number also must be printed on the side and back panels of the vehicle. The facility's vehicle(s) did not meet the requirement in that [see details below].
- Report comments
- Vehicles must state the name of the child care facility on each side panel in six- to eight-inch letters. The back panel must have the wording Caution Transporting Children in a minimum of four-inch letters. The facilitys license number also must be printed on the side and back panels of the vehicle.
- Correction status
- Due by April 9, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRANSPORTATION - 43 - Vehicle Requirements Group: Sec. 7-45, Ordinance, DCF Handbook, and Sec. 316.615, Florida Statutes
- Official code
- 43-04
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- 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.
- Report comments
- Physician's Statement of Good Health form missing for staff personnel.
- Correction status
- Due by December 5, 2024
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 05 - Health Requirements Group: Sec. 7-32, Ordinance Sec. 7-32, Ordinance
- Official code
- 05-01
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- Sec. 7-37(b), Ordinance: Secure and adequate locks and/or latches must be on all gates. Locks and/or latches on exit gates must be approved by the appropriate fire authority having jurisdiction. The locks or latches on the gate were not secured, not adequate or missing.
- Report comments
- Chain link fence needs upper clips.
- Correction status
- Due by December 5, 2024
More details
- Report section
- 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
- 21-03
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. (Section 2.1(A) Health and Safety, Page 3) Indoor/Outdoor Space [SR]
- Report comments
- Clean, sanitary drinking water shall be readily accessible in indoor and outdoor areas, throughout the day.
- Correction status
- Due by December 5, 2024
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 22 - Outdoor Equipment Group: Sec. 7-37, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-37, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form DEL-SR-6200A)
- Official code
- 22-03
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- 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. (Section 2.1(A) Health and Safety, Page 3) License/Certificates [SR]
- Report comments
- During today's inspection, the owner provided a text message thread from the Fort Lauderdale Fire Department stating that the next available inspection date will be Monday, 11/25/24. The last fire inspection was conducted on 11/15/23.
- Correction status
- Due by December 5, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRANSPORTATION - 47 - Fire and Emergency Safety Group: DCF Handbook DCF Handbook (Form DEL-SR-6200A)
- Official code
- 47-01
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 accurate attendance roster for the children in care. (Section 2.1(A) Health and Safety, Page 3) License/Certificates [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- During today's inspection the monitor found inaccurate attendance recordings in the 2's and 1's classroom. The monitor brought this concern to the Director and teachers on site. The teachers immediately corrected the attendance record sheet, bringing this violation into compliance. SCHOOL READINESS
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- TRANSPORTATION - 50 - Daily Attendance Group: DCF Handbook DCF Handbook (Form DEL-SR-6200A)
- Official code
- 50-02
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- Sec. 7-39(a) and (c), Ordinance: The minimum fixture requirements for child care facilities shall be: 5-10 Capacity - 1 Toilet, 1 Sink, 1 Bathtub/Shower/Deep Sink; 11-15 Capacity - 1 Toilet, 2 Sinks, 1 Bathtub/Shower/Deep Sink; 16-30 Capacity - 2 Toilets, 3 Sinks, 1 Bathtub/Shower/Deep Sink; 31-50 Capacity - 3 Toilets, 4 Sinks, 1 Bathtub/Shower/Deep Sink; Above 50 Capacity - 3+1 Toilets and 4+1 Sinks for every additional 30 children, 1 Bathtub/Shower/Deep Sink. Urinals are permitted but do not count towards the required number of toilets. 3.7(C), Handbook: If only diapered infants are in care at the facility, then one toilet and two sinks per 30 infants is required. This requirement was not met in that [3 toilets are inperable].
- Inspector notes
- During the course of a revisit inspection, the following was observed in the girls and boys restroom; - One of three toilets in the girls restroom is inoperable - Two of three toilets in the boys restroom is inoperable There are a total of 3 toilets accessible to children and 4 are required for the licensed capacity of 70. The boys restroom is in the process of being remodeled. The restroom used to have three sinks, and one was removed. There are a total of 8 sinks for hand washing at the facility and five sinks are required for the school's capacity.
- Correction status
- Due by November 20, 2024
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 24 - Toilet/Bath Facilities Group: Sec. 7-39, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 24-06
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- 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 [boys and girls restroom, 1y/o clasroom]. Facility/Storage [SR]
- Report comments
- This standard was non-compliant on previous inspection dated 8/20/2024. On today's inspection, the necessary repairs have not been made. The boys restroom was under construction and inoperable. Listed below are the items cited on the previous report that have not come into compliance; repair restroom half wall that has missing top piece. repair bottom of half wall in boys restroom covered in tape. repair toilet covered in tape in the girls restroom. repair ceiling stained with water damage in the 1y/o room. remove dust in the 3y/o room corners and walls. This is the second occurrence and a notice of violation is being issued. If this standard is cited a third time, a second n ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by October 9, 2024
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 11 - General Facility Requirements Group: Sec. 7-5.01, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 11-13
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- Sec. 7-5.03(i), Ordinance: All equipment must be installed safely and maintained in a safe condition. All play equipment shall be of substantial construction and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters, and exposed bolts. Ladders on slides must have a handrail. The following equipment in the outdoor space is broken and needs to be repaired: [the play structure in the playground]. Indoor/Outdoor Space [SR]
- Report comments
- This standard was non-compliant on previous inspection dated 8/20/2024; The play structure in the playground was compromised in that the platform where children stand and staircase was rusty and chipping. The structure appears to be compromised in another area where the bracket holding the structure together on one of four poles is broken. On today's inspection, the necessary repairs have not been made to the play structure. It appears that they attempted to repair a part of the stairs and platform but the back material that was used is not solidified and gets stuck to your fingers. This is the second occurrence and a notice of violation is being issued. If this standard is c ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by October 9, 2024
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 24 - Outdoor Equipment Group: Sec. 7-5.03, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 24-03
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- 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 [girls and boys restroom and 1y/o classroom]. Facility/Storage [SR]
- Report comments
- repair restroom half wall that has missing top piece. repair bottom of half wall in boys restroom covered in tape. repair toilet covered in tape in the girls restroom. repair ceiling stained with water damage in the 1y/o room. remove dust in the 3y/o room corners and walls.
- Correction status
- Due by September 3, 2024
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 11 - General Facility Requirements Group: Sec. 7-5.01, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 11-13
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- Sec. 7-5.03(i), Ordinance: All equipment must be installed safely and maintained in a safe condition. All play equipment shall be of substantial construction and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters, and exposed bolts. Ladders on slides must have a handrail. The following equipment in the outdoor space is broken and needs to be repaired: [the play structure in the playground]. Indoor/Outdoor Space [SR]
- Report comments
- The play structure in the playground was compromised in that the platform where children stand and staircase was rusty and chipping. The structure appears to be compromised in another area where the bracket holding the structure together on one of four poles is broken.
- Correction status
- Due by September 10, 2024
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 24 - Outdoor Equipment Group: Sec. 7-5.03, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 24-03
No recorded violations in this report
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 [2] child care personnel for [7] children is required. A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [7] children was observed. Ratios/Discipline [SR]
- Report comments
- During the course of a complaint inspection, the 1y/o classroom was found out of ratio. There were seven children with 1 staff member. Copy of attendance received.
- 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
- Official code
- 08-09
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- 3.1(A) and (G), 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.Cleaning must not take place while rooms are occupied by children except for general clean-up activities that are part of the daily routine.This does not include cleaning with hazardous materials or any cleaning which poses a risk of slipping or falling.Areas of the facility were found to not be clean, sanitary or well maintained Facility/Storage [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Paint areas throughout the facility observed with peeling paint. TWO's CLASSROOM: Secure electrical wire in the corner observed loose and hanging. Repair low black shelf observed cracked and exposing screw.
- Correction status
- Due by August 29, 2023
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 11 - General Facility Requirements Group: Sec. 7-5.01, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 11-12
Higher concern: Sleep safety
- Report finding
- 7-5.04(c)(2), Ordinance: All crib and play yard mattresses must be covered with a tightly-fitted sheet and be capable of maintaining their shape when covered with such fitted sheet. The crib/play yard sheets were not appropriate. Indoor/Outdoor Space [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- Obtain tightly fitted sheets for the cribs and play yards observed loose.
- Correction status
- Due by August 29, 2023
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 22 - Crib Requirements/Bedding Group: DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 22-04
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- Sec. 7-5.03(f), Ordinance: The outdoor play space 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 using the outdoor play area.This includes reasonably foreseeable conditions located on-site, adjacent to the facility, or off-site of the facility; and includes, but is not limited to, the presence of hazardous materials and high-tension wires.The following hazards were observed: [SEE COMMENTS]. Indoor/Outdoor Space [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Repaint sliding equipment observed with peeling paint. Close gate leading to neighboring business observed open/unlocked. Remove metal pole close to the fence and climbing equipment.
- Correction status
- Due by August 29, 2023
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 23 - Outdoor Play Space Group: Sec. 7-5.03, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 23-07
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Sec. 7-5.05(g)(1), Ordinance: When children in diapers are in care, there shall be a diaper changing surface with an impermeable surface that shall be replaced and/or cleaned with a sanitizing solution after each use.The diaper changing surface was not impermeable and could not be adequately sanitized. Toilet/Bath Facility [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Replace diaper changing pad in the one year old classroom observed torn.
- Correction status
- Due by August 15, 2023
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 27 - Diaper Changing Procedures Group: Sec. 7-5.05, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 27-02
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- 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.
- Report comments
- One (1) staff member present has not completed the 40-hour Department of Children and Families training within the required timeframe, see supplemental sheet for additional information.
- Correction status
- Due by April 28, 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
- 03-03
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.
- Correction / follow-up note
- Obtain a current No. 8 form, Physician's Statement of Good Health observed expired for one staff member present, see supplemental sheet for additional information.
- Correction status
- Due by April 12, 2023
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 05 - Health Requirements Group: Sec. 7-4.05, Ordinance
- Official code
- 05-01
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 your current process for inspecting and maintaining your transportation vehicles?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records show an inspection in March 2026 noted that a vehicle was in need of repair, including a missing armrest and air vent cap. This question helps clarify the center's ongoing maintenance routine for vehicles used to transport children.
- Context
- A later clean inspection was recorded on April 17, 2026.
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Finding-specific
How do you ensure that staff-to-child ratios are consistently maintained throughout the day, especially during transitions or in shared spaces?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from February 2026 and a previous report from June 2024 both identified instances where staff-to-child ratios did not meet requirements. This question helps parents understand the current staffing practices and supervision protocols in place.
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Finding-specific
What is your current procedure for ensuring that all infant sleep areas, such as cribs and play yards, meet safety standards?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records show that concerns regarding appropriate bedding in infant sleep areas were noted in November 2025 and August 2023. This question allows the director to explain the current steps taken to ensure all sleep equipment is safe and compliant.
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Finding-specific
Could you describe how you manage and monitor the facility's physical environment to ensure all areas remain in good repair?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from inspections in 2023 and 2024 identified concerns regarding facility maintenance, including inoperable fixtures and general repairs. This question helps parents understand how the center currently tracks and addresses facility upkeep.
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Finding-specific
How do you handle the storage and expiration tracking for food and formula provided for the children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from July 2025 noted concerns regarding expired formula and food storage temperatures. This question helps parents understand the current procedures for managing food safety and record-keeping at the center.
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