Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 1.32
- Local median
- 0.31
THE WEST HOLLYWOOD PRESCHOOL CENTER INC.
1911 N 66th Ave, Hollywood, FL 33024
- License:
- C17BO0924
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 11, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- VPK, Before School, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:45PM to 4:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 132
- License expiration:
- March 31, 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.
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Inspection snapshot
Recent higher-concern violation
At least one higher-concern violation appears in the last 12 months.
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Latest inspectionJune 30, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsJune 30, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 22 available inspections for THE WEST HOLLYWOOD PRESCHOOL CENTER INC. from February 16, 2023 through June 30, 2026.
Eight inspections recorded violations, with 29 recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on February 27, 2026 and involved sleep safety.
That higher-concern topic showed up in two 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
- 22
- Recorded violations
- 29
- Higher-concern violations
- 15
- Repeated topics
- 3
4 in last 12 months
1 in last 12 months
1 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
22 total inspections vs 13 local median in 33024
Compared to 41 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 36%
- Local median
- 13%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 36%
- Local median
- 21%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 3
- Local average
- 0.95
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 4 inspections, with 4 recorded violations.
February 15, 2024July 1, 2024August 12, 2024February 20, 2025Facility condition
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
February 15, 2024February 20, 2025Sleep safety
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
February 20, 2025February 27, 2026Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Sleep safety
- Report finding
- Sec. 7-38(b)(7), Ordinance: All cribs and play yards shall contain mattresses or mats that fit the dimensions of such cribs or play yards without any gaps and that are in compliance with the manufacturer's specifications for mattresses or mats to be utilized in such cribs and play yards. The crib/play yard mattress did not meet the requirements.
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, a crib was observed with two stacked crib mattresses. Provider resolved by removing second mattress.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SAFETY, HEALTH AND SANITATION - 20 - Crib Requirements/Bedding Group: Sec. 7-38, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 20-03
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
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
- Report finding
- Sec. 7-33(c)(2), Ordinance: In groups where children of varying ages are combined, the staff-to-children ratio shall be based on the youngest child in the group. A staff-to-child ratio of [...] staff for [...] children was observed
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of inspection, licensing monitor observed [1] staff member leave a mixed-age classroom and walk into the kitchen. A staff-to-child ratio of [1] staff for [6 mixed infants and 1yr] was observed. Ratio was corrected when teacher returned to the classroom at initiation of fire drill Total attendance at inspection 101 Infant-1yr, 1:6, corrected at the time of inspection to 2:6 1 1/2-2yr, 5:25 2-3yr, 2:11 3yr, 2:13 and 1 RBT 3yr, 2:16 and 1 RBT 3-VPK, 2:16
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- STAFFING REQUIREMENTS - 07 - Ratios of Personnel to Children Group: Sec. 7-33, Ordinance, DCF Handbook, and Sec.
- Official code
- 07-02
Higher concern: Sleep safety
- Report finding
- 3.6.1(G) and (H), Handbook: Bedding and linens, when not in use, must be stored in a sanitary manner which prevents the spread of germs or lice from other linens. Bedding and linens shall not be stored in the bathroom, unless stored in cabinets. The storage of bedding and/or linens was not sanitary.
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, licensing monitor observed teacher's belongings, a basket, children's dress up clothing, and nap time linens stored on top of the cots. Provider resolved by removing items.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SAFETY, HEALTH AND SANITATION - 19 - Napping Space Group: DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 19-04
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- 3.5(A), Handbook: The outdoor play area must be clean and free from litter, nails, glass and other hazards. The following hazard was observed in the outdoor play space [trash in mid-section of playground].
- Report comments
- Following the recommendation of CCLE management and to resolve a previous non-compliance, provider fenced off section of playground that held materials for delayed playground installation. The playground installation is still pending, and the packing materials are degrading. Additionally, the area now contains additional trash, broken toys, and broken furniture. Provider must clean the area, limiting the space to properly stored items related to the playground installation only. Materials should be properly stored or covered and trash, including degrading packaging, should be removed from the area to discourage pests and vermin. Failure to maintain the area will result in the ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by March 14, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 21 - Outdoor Play Space Group: Sec. 7-37, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 21-04
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- 3.7(I), Handbook: Each toilet and sink must be maintained in good operating condition, cleaned and sanitized or disinfected as needed, but at least once per day. The restroom was found to be unsanitary.
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, licensing monitor observed the bathroom in the PreK 3 room to be in need of cleaning. The garbage can was overflowing, and discarded paper towels were observed on the floor and in the tub. Bathtub was also full of bins, papers, discarded paper towel and other materials unrelated to bathroom needs. Provider resolved by cleaning restroom
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 24 - Toilet/Bath Facilities Group: Sec. 7-39, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 24-02
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- 3.10.1(D), Handbook: Situations or times that children, child care personnel, and/or volunteers must perform hand hygiene must be posted in all food preparation, diapering, and toileting areas. Hand hygiene signs were not posted in the [...].
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, handwashing signs were not posted in the PreK 3 bathroom. Provider resolved by placing signage HEALTH PROGRAM
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 26 - Handwashing Facilities and Use Group: Sec. 7-41, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 26-04
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- 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, provider has paid relicensing fee but has not submitted the relicensing application. A late fee may be assessed at receipt of application. The providers license expires on 03/31/2025. All other areas of this report that fail to comply must be corrected by 03/14/2025 or the renewal license may be denied
- Correction status
- Due by March 14, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRANSPORTATION - 45 - License/Inspection Reports Group: Secs. 7-3, 7-11, 7-12, 7-13, 7-38, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 45-05
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Transportation
- 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.
- Report comments
- At the time of reinspection, provider was in receipt of a current but unapproved fire inspection. Last FIRE inspection 08/12/2024 Last APPROVED fire inspection 05/04/2023 This item was out of compliance on 07/01/2024 This item continues to be out of compliance; therefore, a Notice of Violation is issued. THE WEST HOLLYWOOD PRESCHOOL CENTER INC. C17BO0924 / 50357 1911 N 66th Ave Hollywood FL 33024 Revisit 08/12/2024 Page 3 of 4
- Correction status
- Due by September 12, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRANSPORTATION - 49 - Fire and Emergency Safety Group: Sec. 7-5.08, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 49-01
Higher concern: Pool barrier
- Report finding
- 2.4.5(C), Handbook: Wading pools are prohibited. A wading pool was in use.
- Inspector notes
- Licensing monitor observed [2] inflatable wading pools and [1] inflatable bouncy house with slide and wading in use Provider resolved by removing children, emptying water, and deflating. TOILET/BATH FACILITY
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SAFETY, HEALTH AND SANITATION - 25 - Swimming Pool Group: Sec. 7-5.03, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 25-04
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- 7(B)(15), Handbook: Copy of license or permit for caterers is required to be at the facility for review by the licensing authority.The facility had no verification of a license or food permit for the catering service used.
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, provider did not have a valid food certificate Meals and snacks provided by KC Market/Kosher Central
- Correction status
- Due by August 1, 2024
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 34 - Menus/Catering Group: Secs. 7-7.06 and 7-7.09, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 34-06
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- 3.9.3(E)(1), Handbook: A log must be maintained for all prepared meals being transported into the facility. The log must be retained for a minimum of 4 months. The log must include the delivery date, time of arrival, quantity and types of food, verification by the recipient of adequate temperatures of food, and the name and signature of the recipient. The facility shall not accept food that is not at the appropriate holding temperature. The facility failed to maintain a food acceptance log to verify that food was delivered at the correct temperature.
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, provider was not using food acceptance logs
- Correction status
- Due by August 1, 2024
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 35 - Food Protection and Service Group: Secs. 7-7.09 and 7-7.11, Ordinance, and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 35-09
Higher concern: Transportation
- 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.
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, licensing monitor observed an expired fire inspection Last fire INSPECTION 05/04/2023 Last EXTINGUISHER service 10/2023 THE WEST HOLLYWOOD PRESCHOOL CENTER INC. C17BO0924 / 50357 1911 N 66th Ave Hollywood FL 33024 Routine1 07/01/2024 Page 4 of 5
- Correction status
- Due by August 1, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRANSPORTATION - 49 - Fire and Emergency Safety Group: Sec. 7-5.08, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 49-01
No recorded violations in this report
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
- Licensing monitor observed [10] personnel without proof of education
- Correction status
- Due by March 21, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 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 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.
- Inspector notes
- Licensing monitor observed [2] personnel who have not completed the department's training within 15 months from the date of employment in the child care industry.
- Correction status
- Due by March 21, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 03 - Personnel Training Group: Secs. 7-4.01 and 7-4.02, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 03-03
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: [materials and supplies for new playground were stored at back of playground. Material was unsecured and accessible to children.].
- Inspector notes
- Licensing monitor observed materials and supplies intended for new playground installation stored at the back of playground. Materials were accessible to children. Some other play materials require remove, repair, or replace Provider's maintenance replaced divider, limiting access of materials to children
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 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.Staff did not clean and disinfect the diaper changing surface as required.
- Inspector notes
- Licensing monitor observed the diaper changing surface in the 1yr old room to be visibly stained and soiled. Surface is also torn and permeable. Provider resolved by replacing with non-permeable mat disinfecting surface.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 27 - Diaper Changing Procedures Group: Sec. 7-5.05, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 27-01
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- Sec. 7-10, Ordinance:At the time of licensure, the owner or director of the child care facility shall have obtained a comprehensive general liability policy in the minimum amount of one hundred thousand dollars ($100,000) as a continued single limit for bodily injury and property damage.The facility must provide the local licensing agency with a certificate of insurance evidencing the required coverage.The facility did not have evidence of the required coverage.
- Report comments
- Licensing monitor did not observe provider to have obtained a comprehensive general liability policy
- Correction status
- Due by March 21, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRANSPORTATION - 51 - Insurance Group: Sec 7-10, Ordinance
- Official code
- 51-01
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Pool barrier
- Report finding
- 2.4.5(C), Handbook: Wading pools are prohibited. A wading pool was in use.
- Inspector notes
- During today's inspection 6 separate wading pools were observed in use by children in the school. All pools were immediately emptied out. Technical assistance was provided on pool requirements. TOILET/BATH FACILITY
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SAFETY, HEALTH AND SANITATION - 25 - Swimming Pool Group: Sec. 7-5.03, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 25-04
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- 7.5(D), Handbook: Attendance records must be maintained for a minimum of four months.Attendance records were not retained for four months.
- Correction / follow-up note
- During today's inspection of the 4-year-old classwork was observed to not have an updated attendance record for the children present in the classroom. The attendance record was immediately revised and corrected during inspection. 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: Gabriella Guerrier ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- TRANSPORTATION - 52 - Daily Attendance Group: DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 52-03
No recorded violations in this report
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 comments below.].
- Inspector notes
- This area, cited for being out of compliance during the last inspection, was found to be in compliance during today's revisit inspection for all documented areas except for the following: Outdoor playground wooden equipment was observed to still have loose parts in need of repair, replacement, or removal. (This equipment will be taped off until it is brought up to compliance) (Owner stated that the removal of the equipment will take place on March 30th, 2023) Please note a notice of violation will be issued for a second time non-compliance on the same standard. Notice of violation occurred on: March 10th, 2023. Notice of violation was issued on: March 13th, 2023
- Correction status
- Due by March 24, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 11 - General Facility Requirements Group: Sec. 7-5.01, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 11-13
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- 3.8.4(A) and (C), Handbook:During the facilitys license year, fire drills utilizing the approved alarm system 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 staff in attendance, evacuation route used, and time taken for all individuals to evacuate the premises. Each fire drill record must be maintained for a minimum of two years from the date of the fire drill.Documentation of conducted fire and emergency preparedness drills must be available at the time of inspection.3.8.5(D), Handbook: There was no documentation available to show that monthly fire drills have been completed for the month(s) of [See comments below].
- Inspector notes
- Fire inspection was observed to have several areas in non-compliance.
- Correction status
- Due by March 10, 2023
More details
- Report section
- TRANSPORTATION - 50 - Fire Drills/Emergency Procedures Group: DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 50-01
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. (Section 19.5, number 1)
- Inspector notes
- During Inspection, a staff member working in the kitchen area was observed not to have a background screening. Technical assistance was provided on all required documentation for school staff.
- Correction status
- Due by February 17, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PERSONNEL - 01 - Background Screening Group: Sec. 7-4, Ordinance, DCF Handbook, and Secs.
- Official code
- 01-01
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- Sec. 7-8.03, Ordinance: Personnel records shall be maintained for: owner(s), the director, and child care personnel, including volunteers who work forty (40) hours or more per month. These records shall include: the name, address, and home telephone number, person to contact in case of an emergency, and the employee's position and date of employment.See Supplemental Inspection Sheet for name(s) of staff who do not have this information on file. (Section 19.4)
- Inspector notes
- During inspection staff member in the kitchen did not have a personal file record. Technical assistance was provided on all required documentation for staff files. Page 1 of 6 RATIOS/DISCIPLINE
- Correction status
- Due by February 16, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 07 - Personnel Records Group: Sec. 7-8.03, Ordinance [SR]
- Official code
- 07-01
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]. (Section 10, number 1)
- Inspector notes
- During inspection the following areas were observed to need repairing, repainting, or removing: INDOOR : - Baseboards were observed to be dirty and in need of cleaning/repairing/and or cleaning. - Ceiling tiles throughout the facility that were observed to have holes and/or stains are in need of repair/replace. - Peeling paint throughout the facility was observed in need of repair. - All furniture and tables throughout the facility observed to be in poor shape are in need of repair, replacement, or removal. - All cabinet hinges observed to be broken need to be repaired. - All air vents throughout the facility Bathroom : - Holes on the walls were observed in the restroom area ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by March 10, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 11 - General Facility Requirements Group: Sec. 7-5.01, Ordinance and DCF Handbook [SR]
- Official code
- 11-13
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- Sec. 7-5.01(f), Ordinance:A limited exception to storage of toxic substances is the storage of a spray bottle of sanitizing solution consisting of one (1) part sanitizing solution to sixty (60) parts water (equivalent to one-fourth () cup of household liquid chlorine bleach solution per gallon of tap water mixed fresh daily) near the diaper table so long as the solution is kept out of the reach of children when not in use. The sanitizing solution was stored within reach of children. (Section 10, number 4)
- Inspector notes
- Janitorial closet was observed to be open on one side and with a broken lock on the opposite side in need of repair.
- Correction status
- Due by February 17, 2023
More details
- Report section
- SAFETY, HEALTH AND SANITATION - 12 - Toxins/Hazardous Materials Group: Sec. 7-5.01, Ordinance and DCF Handbook [SR]
- Official code
- 12-03
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Sec. 7-5.05(a), Ordinance:Each child care facility shall provide conveniently located toilet and bath facilities that are easily accessible to the children.The facilities must be maintained in a sanitary condition and supplied with toilet paper, liquid soap in a dispenser, disposable towels, and trash receptacles that are easily accessible to the children.Disposable towels are recommended, but if not used, no child shall share the same towel or washcloth.Automatic hand-drying devices are permitted when installed by a licensed electrician.The restroom was not supplied with [Paper Towels]. (Section 10.6, number 7)
- Report comments
- Technical assistance was provided on the required materials inside each bathroom.
- Correction status
- Due by March 10, 2023
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 26 - Toilet/Bath Facilities Group: Sec. 7-5.05, Ordinance and DCF Handbook [SR]
- Official code
- 26-01
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.Staff did not clean and disinfect the diaper changing surface as required. (Section 12.3, numbers 2 and 3)
- Inspector notes
- Diaper changing procedures were not being implemented in the 2 year old classroom as staff member was observed to change a child on top of their cot's sheets and sleeping linens.
- Correction status
- Due by February 17, 2023
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 27 - Diaper Changing Procedures Group: Sec. 7-5.05, Ordinance and DCF Handbook [SR]
- Official code
- 27-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- 3.9.1(A)(7), Handbook: The food preparation area must include a separate handwashing station with hot running water, a minimum of 100 degrees Fahrenheit. The handwashing station must include a sink with running water and drainage, soap, trash can, and disposable towels or hand-drying machines that are properly installed and maintained. A handwashing sink shall not be used for any purpose other than handwashing. Handwashing stations must include posted signs visible to employees and children, demonstrating proper handwashing technique. Portable sinks may not be used for dishwashing or food preparation. If a portable sink is used for handwashing in the food preparation area, hot water must be provided.The handwashing area was noncompliant because [SEE COMMENTS BELOW]. (Section 17.1, number 1)
- Inspector notes
- During inspection the handwashing station in the infant class, and the handwashing station in the kitchen were both observed to have food items inside of them. As per child care licensing ordinance: A handwashing sink shall not be used for any purpose other than handwashing. Technical assistance was provided on the proper use of a handwashing sink.
- Correction status
- Due by February 17, 2023
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 35 - Food Protection and Service Group: Secs. 7-7.09 and 7-7.11, Ordinance, and DCF Handbook [SR]
- Official code
- 35-13
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- 3.8.4(A) and (C), Handbook:During the facilitys license year, fire drills utilizing the approved alarm system 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 staff in attendance, evacuation route used, and time taken for all individuals to evacuate the premises. Each fire drill record must be maintained for a minimum of two years from the date of the fire drill.Documentation of conducted fire and emergency preparedness drills must be available at the time of inspection.3.8.5(D), Handbook: There was no documentation available to show that monthly fire drills have been completed for the month(s) of [SEE COMMENTS BELOW]. (Section 14.3, numbers 1 and 2)
- Inspector notes
- Fire drills were not conducted and missing for September, October, November, and January. Documented fire drill was observed for 12/26/22. Preschool will conduct two fire drills this month. Technical assistance was provided on required fire drill procedures and documentation.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- TRANSPORTATION - 50 - Fire Drills/Emergency Procedures Group: DCF Handbook [SR]
- Official code
- 50-01
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 tell me about the current procedures for ensuring cribs and bedding are set up correctly for nap time?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records show an inspection in February 2026 noted a concern regarding crib mattress requirements. Asking about current practices helps parents understand how the center maintains safe sleep environments.
- Context
- The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How does your team manage classroom supervision to ensure that appropriate staff-to-child ratios are maintained at all times?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from February 2025 identified a concern regarding staff-to-child ratios during a classroom transition. This question helps parents understand how the center ensures consistent supervision throughout the day.
- Context
- The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you communicate with families about any changes to facility operations or licensing status?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from several inspections between 2024 and 2025 show concerns related to administrative documentation, such as license renewal applications and fire inspection reporting. This question helps parents understand how the center stays organized and keeps families informed.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps are taken to ensure that outdoor play areas remain clean and free of any hazards or debris?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records indicate multiple instances where sanitation or facility conditions, including outdoor play spaces and restrooms, were noted as needing attention. This helps parents understand the center's daily maintenance and cleaning routines.
Related violations
General question
What is your process for training new staff on health and safety protocols, such as diapering or handwashing?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Understanding how staff are trained on hygiene routines helps parents feel confident in the daily care provided to children. This is a standard way to learn about the center's commitment to health and safety standards.