Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 1.84
- Local median
- 0.45
TRAILBLAZERS PREPARATORY ACADEMY
1081 NW 24th Ave, Pompano Beach, FL 33069
- License:
- C17BO0898
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 11, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, After School, Before School, Drop In, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care, Weekend Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 5:30AM to 7:00PM; Sat: 8:00AM to 3:00PM; Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 47
- License expiration:
- June 30, 2027
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
Questions worth asking
The available records raise questions worth asking before enrolling.
Next: Review the inspection history below and ask the provider what the records mean and what changed afterward.
Latest inspectionMay 6, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMay 6, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 19 available inspections for TRAILBLAZERS PREPARATORY ACADEMY from January 5, 2023 through May 6, 2026.
Eight inspections recorded violations, with 35 recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on January 27, 2025 and involved facility condition, with a due date of February 24, 2025.
Medication was a higher-concern topic that showed up in one inspection.
Five later inspections, from March 10, 2025 through May 6, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 19
- Recorded violations
- 35
- Higher-concern violations
- 9
- Repeated topics
- 4
3 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
19 total inspections vs 18 local median in 33069
Compared to 13 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 21%
- Local median
- 11%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 42%
- Local median
- 22%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 4
- Local average
- 1.23
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Health or food records
Appeared across 6 inspections, with 10 recorded violations.
September 20, 2023January 30, 2024April 3, 2024May 29, 2024September 6, 2024January 27, 2025Facility condition
Appeared across 4 inspections, with 4 recorded violations.
September 20, 2023January 30, 2024September 6, 2024January 27, 2025Staff training
Appeared across 4 inspections, with 7 recorded violations.
January 30, 2024April 3, 2024May 29, 2024September 6, 2024Background screening
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
January 30, 2024May 29, 2024Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
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.
- Inspector notes
- There were four (4) staff member files observed without current No. 8 forms.
- Correction status
- Due by February 24, 2025
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 05 - Health Requirements Group: Sec. 7-32, Ordinance
- Official code
- 05-01
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. An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. Facility/Storage [SR]
- Report comments
- The following areas of the facility were found to be in need of repairs, - The red and blue torn naptime mats, crib mattresses, and diaper changing pads - Add classroom materials to the centers and organize the classroom materials - Additional mulch playground area (underneath slides and swings) - Remove broken infants toys from underneath the shaded area - Secure tarp to the shaded structure - Repair the red and blue swing playground structure (displaying rust) - Post evacuation routes, inclement weather schedules, emergency phone numbers, directions, handwashing signs and capacities - Clear out the shower ( can not be used as a storage) - Light fixtures operable condition - ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by February 24, 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: 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 Certification of Immunization form Part A-1, B, or C, DH 680, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(o), F.A.C., or the Religious Exemption from Immunization form, DH 681, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(p), F.A.C., from the custodial parent or legal guardian. The Florida Certificate of immunization was expired for children in care. Childrens Records [SR]
- Inspector notes
- There were ten (10) children files observed without current/expired Florida Certificate of immunization.
- Correction status
- Due by February 24, 2025
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 37 - Health Examinations/Health Maintenance Group: Sec. 7-43, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 37-04
No recorded violations in this report
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 [See below]. Facility/Storage [SR]
- Inspector notes
- The following areas are in need of repair: Peeling paint in the 1-year-old classroom. • Bathroom light switch plate needs to be installed • Light cover in school age room needs to be installed • Protruding staples on the walls need to be removed. • One swing was observed to be broken, and another was inaccessible. •
- Correction status
- Due by September 20, 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: Staff training
- Report finding
- Sec. 7-6.01(c), Ordinance:The child care facility is required to have at least two (2) adult staff members who have first aid and Pediatric Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) training and at least one (1) of these staff members shall be on the premises at all times that children are present in the facility.The required amount of trained staff were not on the premises. Health Program [SR]
- Report comments
- There were no staff members with current First Aid/CPR training at the time of the inspection. FOOD SERVICE/NUTRITION
- Correction status
- Due by September 20, 2024
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 32 - First Aid/CPR Certification Group: Sec. 7-6.01, Ordinance
- Official code
- 32-01
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 the inspection an expired gallon of milk was observed at the refrigerator. The director discarded the milk.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 35 - Food Protection and Service Group: Secs. 7-7.09 and 7-7.11, Ordinance, and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 35-21
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- Sec. 7-8.01, Ordinance:The director shall obtain and keep on file at the child care facility on the No. 1 card, Child Care Enrollment Information Card or its equivalent, The facility did not have an enrollment form completed for each child in care. See Supplemental Inspection Sheet for name(s) of those that are missing forms and obtain. Childrens Records [SR]
- Report comments
- Several files were missing enrollment form.
- Correction status
- Due by September 9, 2024
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 38 - Enrollment Information Group: Secs. 7-8 and 7-8.01, Ordinance
- Official code
- 38-02
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. Childrens Records [SR]
- Report comments
- There were 3 children's files with expired immunization records. See supplement.
- Correction status
- Due by September 20, 2024
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 39 - Health Examinations/Health Maintenance Group: Sec. 7-8.02, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 39-03
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- Sec. 7-8.04(a-d), Ordinance:The child care facility must maintain in each child's records signed statements that the child care facility has provided the following information to the child's parent: DCF's child care facility brochure DCF PI Form 175-24, "Know Your Child Care Center," or the local licensing agency's equivalent brochure approved by DCF; a written description of disciplinary practices used by the child care personnel; a written notification of the child care facility's scheduled hours of operation; and alternate nutrition plan: any written agreement to provide a bag lunch or the child's own special food. See Supplemental Inspection Sheet for name(s) of child(ren) missing a required signed statement. Childrens Records [SR]
- Report comments
- Several student's files are incomplete and missing signed statements.
- Correction status
- Due by September 9, 2024
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 40 - Signed Statements Group: Sec. 7-8.04, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 40-01
Higher concern: Medication
- Report finding
- 6.5(A), Handbook:The child care program must have written authorization from the custodial parent or legal guardian to give prescription and non-prescription medications. This authorization must be dated and signed by the custodial parent or legal guardian and contain the childs name; the name of the medication to be given; and date, time and amount of the correct dosage to be given.There was incomplete information for a medication dispensed. Childrens Records [SR]
- Report comments
- There was no medical authorization form completed for a child' allergy medication that was stored at the facility at the time of the inspection. See supplement.
- Correction status
- Due by September 20, 2024
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 41 - Medication Requirements Group: Sec. 7-8.05, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 41-03
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- 3.4.1(A), Handbook: The capacity, as calculated by the licensing authority, must be posted in a conspicuous location within each room.The capacity was not posted in the [see below]classroom. License/Certificates [SR]
- Report comments
- Capacity sign was not posted in any of the classrooms.
- Correction status
- Due by September 9, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRANSPORTATION - 47 - License/Inspection Reports Group: Sec. 7-11, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 47-08
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 [2 year old ] classroom. License/Certificates [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- There was no attendance record in the 2-year-old classroom. Teacher corrected at the time of the visit. 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. Provider was given information regarding progressive enforcement for Class II and III violations during this inspection. TRAILBLAZERS PREPARATORY ACADEMY C17BO0898 / 50323 1081 NW 24th Ave Pompano Beach ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- TRANSPORTATION - 52 - Daily Attendance Group: DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 52-01
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- 7.4.1(A), Handbook: Each personnel record must have a completed CF-FSP Form 5131, Background Screening and Personnel File Requirements, which is incorporated by reference in paragraph 65C-22.001(8)(b), F.A.C. (Section 19.5, number 3) Staff Requirement [SR]
- Report comments
- All staff must have a completed background screening and personnel file requirements form completed. Not Monitored Comments there is no credentialed director, facility is on a provisional license and has until 6/30/24 to comply.
- Correction status
- Due by June 7, 2024
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 01 - Background Screening Group: Sec. 7-4, Ordinance, DCF Handbook, and Secs.
- Official code
- 01-18
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. Staff Requirement [SR]
- Report comments
- This area was cited on previous licensing visit dated on 4/3/24. This standard continues to be out of compliance therefore a class III Notice of Violation will be issued. Page 1 of 7
- Correction status
- Due by June 7, 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
- 03-03
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Sec 7-4.02(j), Ordinance: All child care personnel who provide care to infants at child care facilities shall, prior to caring for such infants, successfully complete the most current training course(s) approved by the local licensing agency relating to providing an infant safe sleep environment, as identified on the local licensing agency's website. The owner of a child care facility must ensure that all such child care personnel are in compliance with the training requirements of this section, and that such training is renewed every two (2) years, in the same manner as provided for the initial training. Successful completion of the required training must be evidenced by a certificate, or any equivalent documentation, issued by the applicable training organization in the name of the individual who completed the course and indicating the date the course was completed. Documentation evidencing compliance with the training requirements under this section shall be included in the individual's personnel file maintained at the child care facility. See Supplemental Inspection Sheet for name(s) of staff missing the required training. Staff Requirement [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- There were two staff members that did not have proof of safe sleep training. The approved safe sleep training can be obtained at https://safesleepacademy.org/safe-sleep-training/ see supplement.
- Correction status
- Due by June 5, 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
- 03-06
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]
- Correction / follow-up note
- There were 2 staff members that did not have proof of a valid physical form. see supplement.
- Correction status
- Due by June 12, 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
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 2 students with expired immunization records. See supplement. This area was cited on previous licensing visit dated on 4/3/24. This standard continues to be out of compliance therefore a class III Notice of Violation will be issued.
- Correction status
- Due by June 12, 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: Staff training
- Report finding
- 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 meet the minimum qualifications. Staff Requirement [SR]
- Report comments
- As of 04/03/2024, a provisional license is issued as the facility has no credentialed director.
- Correction status
- Due by May 3, 2024
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 02 - Education Requirements Group: Secs. 7-3 and 7-4.01, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 02-01
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. Staff Requirement [SR]
- Report comments
- This standard was marked not compliance on a previous visit (1/30/2024) and was found to be out of compliance during todays revisit. The staff member has not yet completed 40-hr training requirement. See supplemental sheet for additional information.
- Correction status
- Due by April 30, 2024
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
- 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. Childrens Records [SR]
- Report comments
- This standard was marked not compliance on a previous visit (1/30/2024) and was found to be out of compliance during todays revisit. See supplemental sheet for additional information.
- Correction status
- Due by April 30, 2024
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 39 - Health Examinations/Health Maintenance Group: Sec. 7-8.02, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 39-03
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- 7.4(C), Handbook: CF-FSP Form 5337, Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements must be signed annually by all child care personnel. See Supplemental Inspection Sheet for name(s) of staff with missing/expired forms. Staff Requirement [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the R2 inspection, it was observed that staff members do not have the Child Abuse and Neglect form updated. See supplemental sheet for additional information.
- Correction status
- Due by March 1, 2024
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 01 - Background Screening Group: Sec. 7-4, Ordinance, DCF Handbook, and Secs.
- Official code
- 01-16
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- 7.4.1(B), Handbook: Rule CF Form 1649A, Child Care Attestation of Good Moral Character, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(8)(a), F.A.C., must be completed for all child care personnel at the time of initial screening or upon change in employer. The Attestation of Good Moral Character is not on file for the employee(s) listed on the Supplemental Inspection Sheet. Staff Requirement [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the R2 inspection, it was observed that 1 staff member do not have the Child Care Attestation of Good Moral Character updated. See supplemental sheet for additional information.
- Correction status
- Due by March 1, 2024
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 01 - Background Screening Group: Sec. 7-4, Ordinance, DCF Handbook, and Secs.
- Official code
- 01-19
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. Staff Requirement [SR]
- Report comments
- During the R2 inspection it was noted that one (1) staff member had not completed the required training within 15 months of being hired in the industry. Please see supplemental sheet for additional information. Page 1 of 6
- Correction status
- Due by March 1, 2024
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: Staff training
- Report finding
- Sec 7-4.02(j), Ordinance: All child care personnel who provide care to infants at child care facilities shall, prior to caring for such infants, successfully complete the most current training course(s) approved by the local licensing agency relating to providing an infant safe sleep environment, as identified on the local licensing agency's website. The owner of a child care facility must ensure that all such child care personnel are in compliance with the training requirements of this section, and that such training is renewed every two (2) years, in the same manner as provided for the initial training. Successful completion of the required training must be evidenced by a certificate, or any equivalent documentation, issued by the applicable training organization in the name of the individual who completed the course and indicating the date the course was completed. Documentation evidencing compliance with the training requirements under this section shall be included in the individual's personnel file maintained at the child care facility. See Supplemental Inspection Sheet for name(s) of staff missing the required training. Staff Requirement [SR]
- Report comments
- During R2's inspection it was noted that the staff member in the infant room had not completed the required training on a safe sleeping environment for infants. See supplemental sheet for additional information.
- Correction status
- Due by February 1, 2024
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Personnel Training Group: Secs. 7-4.01 and 7-4.02, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 03-06
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 [See comments below]. Facility/Storage [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, the classrooms were observed to be disorganized, with material on the children's work area, which blocked access to the tables and play areas. It is necessary to clear and keep organized the classrooms. TRAILBLAZERS PREPARATORY ACADEMY C17BO0898 / 50323 1081 NW 24th Ave Pompano Beach FL 33069 Routine2 01/30/2024 Page 2 of 6
- Correction status
- Due by March 1, 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: 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. Childrens Records [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- Obtain a current immunization record observed expired for two (2) children present, see supplemental sheet for additional information.
- Correction status
- Due by March 1, 2024
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 39 - Health Examinations/Health Maintenance Group: Sec. 7-8.02, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 39-03
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Sec. 7-8.02(a), Ordinance: Within fifteen (15) days of enrollment, each child must have a written statement on file from a licensed physician or authorized agent of a county health department attesting that immunizations appropriate to the childs age are up-to-date or are in the process of being brought up-to-date.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. See Supplemental Inspection Sheet for name(s) of child(ren) missing form and obtain. Childrens Records [SR]
- Report comments
- It was noted that a current immunization record is missing for four (4) children present; See supplemental sheet for additional information.
- Correction status
- Due by March 1, 2024
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 39 - Health Examinations/Health Maintenance Group: Sec. 7-8.02, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 39-04
No recorded violations in this report
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]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, Physician's Statement of Good Health was observed missing for twos staff members. See supplemental sheet for additional information
- Correction status
- Due by October 3, 2023
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 05 - Health Requirements Group: Sec. 7-4.05, Ordinance
- Official code
- 05-01
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 [See comments below]. Facility/Storage [SR]
- Inspector notes
- The following areas were observed to be in need of repair: Replace the tarp located on the playground. Was ripped and broken. Repair toilet flushing system (One of the bathroom)
- Correction status
- Due by October 3, 2023
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 11 - General Facility Requirements Group: Sec. 7-5.01, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 11-13
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
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 item of this area was out of compliance during the previous inspection, the item was not addressed and continues to be out of compliance. One (1) staff member has not completed the required training within 15 months of being hired in the industry. Please see supplemental sheet for additional information.
- Correction status
- Due by February 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
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- 5.1(A), Handbook: A screening must be conducted as a condition of employment. Level 2 screening as outlined in s. 435.04, F.S., is required for all child care personnel and includes a criminal records check (both national and statewide), a sexual predator and sexual offender registry search, and child abuse and neglect history of any state in which an individual resided during the preceding 5 years. See the Supplemental Inspection Sheet for the name(s) of staff whose background screening results are not on file. Staff Requirement [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the R2 inspection one (1) staff member was observed without proof of eligible- Level 2 background screening in the Clearinghouse. The staff member was observed working alone with 9 school age children. Please see supplemental sheet for additional information. Childcare personnel without an eligible screening cannot be in promises during operations hours.
- Correction status
- Due by January 5, 2023
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 01 - Background Screening Group: Sec. 7-4, Ordinance, DCF Handbook, and Secs.
- Official code
- 01-01
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.
- Report comments
- During the inspection it was noted that one staff person had not begin training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry. See supplemental sheet for more information. Page 1 of 5
- Correction status
- Due by January 6, 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
- 4.1, 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
- During the R2 inspection it was noted that one (1) staff member had not completed the required training within 15 months of being hired in the industry. Please see supplemental sheet for additional information.
- Correction status
- Due by January 5, 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
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. 7. When children 2 years of age and older are in care, the staff-to-children ratio shall be based on the age group with the largest number of children within the group. A staff-to- child ratio of [4] staff for [9] children was observed. Ratios/Discipline [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the onsite inspection the following ratios were observed: Infants/Toddlers: 2:9 Twos: 1:7 Threes/Fours/Fives: 1: 6 Fives and older: 1:9 During the inspection one of the classrooms was observed with 2 infants and 7 toddlers under the supervision of 2 staff members. For children from birth through 1 year of age, there must be one child care personnel for every four children.
- Correction status
- Due by January 6, 2023
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 08 - Ratios of Personnel to Children Group: Sec. 7-4.06, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 08-01
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- 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 comments below] classroom. License/Certificates [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Daily attendance sheets/rosters with time of arrival and departure documented by child care personnel was observed missing in infants/toddlers classroom, Threes-fours-fives classroom and school age program. 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 by: Andreina Story 01/05/2023 _______________ ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by January 6, 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
Could you explain the current process for ensuring all medication authorization forms are complete and signed before a child receives any medicine?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an inspection report show a finding regarding incomplete documentation for medication stored at the facility. This question helps clarify how the center currently manages these important health records for children.
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Finding-specific
How does the center ensure that all staff members have their required background screenings and personnel files fully updated and on record?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records show that background screening documentation has been a repeated topic of discussion in past reports. Asking about current practices helps parents understand how the center maintains compliance with these staff requirements.
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Finding-specific
What is the center's current routine for maintaining and documenting the facility's physical condition and equipment repairs?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records indicate that facility maintenance and repair needs have been noted across multiple inspections. This question allows the director to explain the current process for identifying and addressing these needs to keep the environment in good repair.
- Context
- A later clean inspection was recorded on May 6, 2026.
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Finding-specific
How does the center ensure that all children's immunization records are kept current and properly filed?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Official inspection records show that keeping children's immunization files up-to-date has been a recurring topic. This question helps parents understand the current system for tracking and updating these essential health documents.
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Finding-specific
What steps are taken to ensure that all staff members complete their required training, such as safe sleep or first aid, in a timely manner?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records show that staff training compliance has been a repeated topic in past reports. This question provides insight into how the center currently monitors and manages professional development requirements for its team.
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