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.
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The facility notified Child Care licensing that the Director was no longer at the facility as of 6/4/2026. The facility will be issued a Provisional License until a new Director is hired.
Correction status
Due by December 7, 2026
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TRAINING - 02 - Education Requirements Group: Sec. 7-30, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
5.2(C), Handbook: Child care personnel must be re-screened following a break in employment in the child care industry that exceeds 90 days. The facility failed to conduct a re-screen for child care personnel with a break in employment.
Correction / follow-up note
Four staff was observed with a 90-day break in employment. Send staff to vendor for a new screening.
Correction status
Due by April 16, 2026
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PERSONNEL - 01 - Background Screening Group: Sec. 7-29, Ordinance, DCF Handbook, and Secs.
Official code
01-12
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. A complete CF-FSP Form 5131 was not on file for all employees.
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Multiple staff were missing the 5131 Background Screening and Personnel File Requirement form.
Correction status
Due by April 23, 2026
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PERSONNEL - 01 - Background Screening Group: Sec. 7-29, Ordinance, DCF Handbook, and Secs.
Official code
01-15
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 Child Care Attestation of Good Moral Character was not completed at the time of initial screening or upon change in employers.
Inspector notes
Technical assistance was provided on past inspections. Most staff were observed missing the Child Care Attestation of Good Moral Character. The staffed signed the form during the licensing inspection.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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PERSONNEL - 01 - Background Screening Group: Sec. 7-29, Ordinance, DCF Handbook, and Secs.
Official code
01-16
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. The facility did not have documentation of child care personnel's completion of required training on the training transcript in that [see comment].
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One staff did not complete training and exceeded 15 months from the date of employment.
Correction status
Due by May 15, 2026
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TRAINING - 03 - Personnel Training Group: Sec. 7-30, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
Official code
03-02
Higher concern: Transportation
Report finding
7-38(a), Ordinance: The child care facility must obtain written approval from the local licensing agency to care for infants prior to caring for infants. The facility does not have approval for infant care.
Inspector notes
During todays inspection one infant was observed at the facility. Technical assistance was provided to add infant care to the facilities existing license.
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 staff members have their required background screenings and personnel documentation up to date?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from an April 2026 inspection show that some personnel files were missing required background screening forms and attestations. Asking about the current process helps parents understand how the center maintains compliance with these important administrative requirements.
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Finding-specific
What is the center's current policy on infant care, and is the facility fully licensed to provide these services?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from an April 2026 inspection indicate that the facility needed to obtain specific approval for infant care. This question helps parents confirm that the center is currently authorized to provide care for their specific age group.
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Finding-specific
What is the center's current status regarding the director position, and how is leadership being managed during this transition?
Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from June 2026 noted that the facility was in the process of hiring a new director. This question allows parents to learn about the current leadership structure and the plan for consistent management.
Context
The facility is currently operating under a provisional license while a new director is being hired.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How does the center track and verify that all staff members complete their required training within the designated timeframes?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records from April and June 2026 show repeated findings regarding staff training documentation. Discussing the current tracking system helps parents understand how the center ensures all caregivers are properly trained.
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General question
How do you communicate with families about changes in staffing or leadership at the center?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Regular communication regarding center operations helps families feel informed and connected. Understanding the center's approach to updates ensures parents know what to expect during their time at the facility.