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 (2) staff member files observed without a current health statement on file.
Correction status
Due by July 24, 2026
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 05 - Health Requirements Group: Sec. 7-32, Ordinance
Official code
05-01
Higher concern: Supervision
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4.2.4(B), Handbook: the facility shall maintain the following number of child care personnel with the CPR certification and first aid training that are on site at the facility at all times children are in care. For child care personnel to count to meet requirement in the below chart, they shall be child care personnel assigned to provide direct supervision of children in care: 1. For 0-25 child care personnel in direct supervision of children to meet staff to child operating ratios there must be 3 child care personnel with pediatric CPR and first aid certification, 2. For 26-50 child care personnel in direct supervision of children to meet staff to child operating ratios there must be 4 child care personnel with pediatric CPR and first aid certification, 3. For 51-75 child care personnel in direct supervision of children to meet staff to child operating ratios there must be 5 child care personnel with pediatric CPR and first aid certification, 4. For 76-100 child care personnel in direct supervision of children to meet staff to child operating ratios there must be 6 child care personnel with pediatric CPR and first aid certification, 5. For 101+ child care personnel in direct supervision of children to meet staff to child operating ratios there must be 7 child care personnel with pediatric CPR and first aid certification The facility had an inadequate number of child care personnel appropriately trained in pediatric CPR and/or first aid. Health Program [SR]
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The facility had an inadequate number of child care personnel appropriately trained in pediatric CPR and/or first aid, there were only (1) present staff member trained in CPR on site. FOOD SERVICE/NUTRITION
Correction status
Due by July 10, 2026
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 30 - First Aid/CPR Certification Group: DCF Handbook
7(C), Handbook: Copies of required records are acceptable for documentation. Original documents are the property of the party providing the information. Electronic records are acceptable for documentation as long as the records are available and accessible for review by licensing authority during an inspection. Facility failed to have access to records for the licensing authority to review. Staff Requirements [SR]
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At the time of inspection, the files were not available or presented for review by licensing monitor. RATIOS/DISCIPLINE
Correction status
Due by May 15, 2026
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 06 - Personnel Records Group: Sec. 7-33, Ordinance, DCF Handbook, and Sec.
Official code
06-03
Low concern: Recordkeeping
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7.3(A), Handbook: Enrollment information shall be kept on file, current and available for review by the licensing authority. Child records or copies of records were not being maintained at the facility and available for review by the licensing authority. Childrens Records [SR]
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At the time of inspection, enrollment files were not available or presented for review by licensing monitor.
Correction status
Due by May 15, 2026
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 36 - Enrollment Information Group: Sec. 7-43, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
Official code
36-02
Higher concern: Transportation
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3.8.4(C), Handbook: The operator must maintain a written record of the fire drills showing the date, number of children and child care personnel in attendance, evacuation route used, and time taken for all individuals to evacuate the premises. Each fire drill record must be maintained for a minimum of 12 months from the date of the fire drill. The facilitys record of fire drills was missing [see below], or was not maintained for 12 months. License/Certificates [SR]
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At the time of inspection, posted fire drill log did not contain evidence of the required fire drill/emergency preparedness drill completed for the month of March. Drill log as follows: Last documented FIRE drill 02/20/2026 Last fire drill done using an alternate evacuation route 12/10/2025 Last fire drill done during naptime pending Last fire drill done at the request and in the presence of licensing monitor pending Last LOCKDOWN drill pending Last INCLEMENT WEATHER drill pending
Correction status
Due by May 15, 2026
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TRANSPORTATION - 48 - Fire Drills/Emergency Procedures Group: DCF Handbook
Sec. 7-35(c)(2), Ordinance: Any child care facility with a licensed capacity of 50 children or fewer shall install a minimum of two drinking fountains, including at least one inside the facility and at least one in any outdoor play area. Child care facilities with a licensed capacity of more than 50 children shall have one additional drinking fountain located either inside or outside the facility for each additional 50 children licensed capacity or any fraction thereof. Manual or electrically powered commercial water coolers may be used to meet the indoor drinking fountain requirements. Electrically powered commercial water coolers may be used to meet the outdoor drinking fountain requirements. Water coolers with a hot water feature are prohibited for use by children at child care facilities. The facility has an inadequate number of working indoor/outdoor drinking fountains. An additional [1] indoor/outdoor fountain(s) is/are required.
Inspector notes
At time of inspection, licensing monitor observed the water fountain on the playground to be broken.
Correction status
Due by December 14, 2025
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 14 - Drinking Fountains/Water Coolers Group: Sec. 7-35, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
4.7, Handbook: Section 402.305(2)(f), F.S., requires a child care facility to have a credentialed director. The facility has no director or the director does not meet the minimum qualifications.
Inspector notes
Program owner informed the Department that the credentialed director is no longer employed, effective 09/01/2025. A provisional license will be issued, effective from the date of separation.
Correction status
Due by February 28, 2026
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 02 - Education Requirements Group: Sec. 7-30, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
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 [1] staff for [8] children was observed
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, [1] personnel was observed leaving a mixed-age classroom out of ratio to answer the front door. The required ratio for [8] children including [3] one year old children is 2:8. The observed ratio was 1:8 Provider resolved by moving [2] two year old children to the next classroom. Resolved ratio: 1-2yr, 1-6 2-SA, 1:9 Following progressive enforcement procedures, a Notice of Violation is issued as this standard was previously out of compliance on 12/04/2024 and 08/25/2025.
Correction status
Due by September 4, 2025
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 07 - Ratios of Personnel to Children Group: Sec. 7-33, Ordinance, DCF Handbook, and Sec.
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 [1] staff for [9] children was observed
Inspector notes
Total attendance at inspection 17 At the time of inspection, a staff-to-child-ratio of [1] staff to [6] children was required and a staff-to-child ratio of [1] staff to [9] children was observed, including [3] 1yr old children. Observed ratio: 1yr-2yr, 1:9 and 1 RBT VPK, 1:8 This item was resolved when a teacher returned from lunch break and [2] children were picked up. Resolved ratio: 1yr-2yr, 2:7 and 1 RBT Following progressive enforcement procedures, a Notice of Violation is issues as this standard was out of compliance on 12/04/2024. A Notice of Violation will be issued.
Correction status
Due by August 26, 2025
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 07 - Ratios of Personnel to Children Group: Sec. 7-33, Ordinance, DCF Handbook, and Sec.
Official code
07-02
Higher concern: Supervision
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Sec. 7-33(e), Ordinance: There shall be at least one child care staff member providing direct supervision at all times when one or more children are present. At no time shall any children be left alone for any reason without direct supervision by a child care staff member. Direct supervision means watching and directing the childrens activities within close proximity in the same room or within a designated outdoor play area, and responding to each childs needs. Child care personnel and volunteers at a facility must be assigned to provide care to a specific group of children and be present with that group at all times during the day, including during meals, napping, and transportation of children 2.4.1(B), Handbook: Children must never be left inside or outside the facility, in a vehicle, or at a field trip location by themselves. Lack of direct supervision was observed in the [after care]. (Section 2.1(A) Health and Safety, Page 3) Ratios/Discipline [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, a teacher departed the facility for lunch break and returned with their own [2] school-age children. [2] school-age children were observed in the VPK classroom without supervision. The VPK teacher had taken the rest of the class next door to use the restroom and prepare snack. This item was resolved at the time of inspection when the director stepped into the classroom to satisfy supervision. This is the second non-compliance of this standard. The first was on 12/04/2024. A Notice of Violation will be issued.
Correction status
Due by August 25, 2025
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 07 - Ratios of Personnel to Children Group: Sec. 7-33, Ordinance, DCF Handbook, and Sec.
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
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, one teacher was observed in care of a mixed age group of children ages 1-5yr. Teacher observed with this group was responsible for this classroom and the sleeping [1yr] olds in another classroom. Observed ratio 1:13, including three [1yr] olds. Provider resolved by returning [1yr] olds to their classroom Resolved ratio 1:9, 2-5yr Page 1 of 5
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 07 - Ratios of Personnel to Children Group: Sec. 7-33, Ordinance, DCF Handbook, and Sec.
Official code
07-02
Higher concern: Supervision
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Sec. 7-33(e), Ordinance: There shall be at least one child care staff member providing direct supervision at all times when one or more children are present. At no time shall any children be left alone for any reason without direct supervision by a child care staff member. Direct supervision means watching and directing the childrens activities within close proximity in the same room or within a designated outdoor play area, and responding to each childs needs. Child care personnel and volunteers at a facility must be assigned to provide care to a specific group of children and be present with that group at all times during the day, including during meals, napping, and transportation of children 2.4.1(B), Handbook: Children must never be left inside or outside the facility, in a vehicle, or at a field trip location by themselves. Lack of direct supervision was observed in the [1yr old classroom]. Ratios/Discipline [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
At the time of inspection, licensing monitor observed two [1yr] old children sleeping in a classroom with no teacher. The teacher was observed providing supervision to a group two classrooms over. Provider corrected at the time of inspection by returning teacher to the [1yr] old room. Licensing monitor observed the same teacher in the classroom next door, again leaving the [1yr] old children unsupervised as and was asked to return to her room. A Notice of Violation will be issued.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 07 - Ratios of Personnel to Children Group: Sec. 7-33, Ordinance, DCF Handbook, and Sec.
Official code
07-04
Medium concern: Facility condition
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3.1(A), Handbook: All child care facilities must be clean, in good repair, free from health and safety hazards and from evidence of, or presence of, vermin infestation. Areas of the facility were found to be in need of cleaning. Facility/Storage [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, licensing monitor observed cups brought from home that had not been returned. The cups contained beverage other than water and had attracted many ants to the basked and surrounding items.
Correction status
Due by January 4, 2025
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 10 - General Facility Requirements Group: Sec. 7-35, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
Official code
10-13
Higher concern: Transportation
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3.8.4(C)(1-3), Handbook: The fire drills conducted must include, at a minimum: one fire drill using an alternate evacuation route; one fire drill during napping/sleeping times; and one fire drill in the presence and at the request of the licensing authority. Fire drills conducted during the licensure year did not include the following [alternate route, naptime, or inclement weather drills]. License/Certificates [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of previous inspection, provider was informed that specialty drills needed to be conducted prior to license expiration. At the time of inspection, provider had not conducted specialty drills within the licensure year 2023-2024 Last FIRE drill 11/22/2024 Last fire drill done at the request and in the presence of licensing monitor pending Last fire drill done during naptime missing Last fire drill done using an alternate evacuation route missing Last LOCKDOWN drill 08/21/2024 Last INCLEMENT WEATHER drill missing
Correction status
Due by December 14, 2024
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TRANSPORTATION - 48 - Fire Drills/Emergency Procedures Group: DCF Handbook
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) Toilet/Bath Facility [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, licensing monitor observed multiple unrelated items on the diaper changing table including a child's puzzle and a pair of scissors. Additional items, including used tissues, wipes, and gloves indicated diaper changing table was not properly sanitized after usage. Provider resolved by removing items and properly sanitizing changing table.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 27 - Diaper Changing Procedures Group: Sec. 7-5.05, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-5.05, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 12.3 Diapering, Pages 28-29)
Official code
27-01
Higher concern: Supervision
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Sec. 7-8.10(a), Ordinance: A password or number identifier known only to the parent and the person in charge at the facility shall be recorded on the No. 1 card, Child Care Enrollment Information Card or its equivalent.A password is missing for children listed on the Supplemental Inspection Sheet. Childrens Records [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, licensing monitor observed enrollment files without passwords. Per provider, passwords were not collected.
Correction status
Due by August 21, 2024
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 44 - Written Release Procedures Group: Sec. 7-8.10, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-8.10, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 5 Supervision, Pages 16-17)
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 that the required number of staff members with active CPR and first aid certification are present on-site at all times?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from an inspection in June 2026 indicate that the facility did not have the required number of staff members trained in pediatric CPR and first aid on-site.
Context
The facility is currently working toward a correction due date of 7/10/2026 for this requirement.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps have been taken to ensure that staff-to-child ratios are consistently maintained, especially during transitions like lunch breaks or when staff need to step away?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records show multiple instances between 2024 and 2025 where staff-to-child ratios were not met according to local ordinances.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How does the center ensure that children are always under direct supervision, and what is the protocol if a teacher needs to leave a classroom briefly?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Official inspection reports from several dates between 2024 and 2026 have noted concerns regarding the direct supervision of children in various classrooms.
Related violations
Finding-specific
Can you describe the current schedule and process for conducting emergency and fire drills to ensure all requirements are met throughout the year?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from inspections in 2024 and 2026 show that the facility had missing documentation for required specialty fire and emergency drills.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your approach to maintaining a clean and sanitary environment, and how do you ensure that all facility equipment, like water fountains, remains in good working order?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection reports from 2024 and 2025 mention findings related to facility cleanliness and the maintenance of drinking fountains.