Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 1.8
- Local median
- 0.37
Chery Childcare Center
3528 Depew Ave, Port Charlotte, FL 33952
- License:
- C20CH6771
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 14, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, After School, Before School, Drop In, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care, Night Care, Weekend Care
- Hours:
- Mon: 6:00AM to 11:59PM; Tue-Fri: 12:00AM to 11:59PM; Sat: 12:00AM to 11:59AM; Sun: 12:00AM to 6:00AM
- Capacity:
- 40
- License expiration:
- December 20, 2026
Typical cost: $1,083 - $1,192 (Under 1)
Child’s age
$1,083 - $1,192/mo
Median daily rate: $50.00 - $55.00
Official Florida Division of Early Learning Charlotte County data.
Not this provider’s price.
Inspection snapshot
Recent higher-concern violation
At least one higher-concern violation appears in the last 12 months.
Next: Read reports, examine repeated topics below, look at the broader history, and ask what changed afterward.
Latest inspectionMay 26, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMay 26, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 20 available inspections for Chery Childcare Center from December 20, 2023 through May 26, 2026.
12 inspections recorded violations, with 36 recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on May 13, 2026 and involved staff training, with a due date of May 23, 2026.
Sleep safety was a higher-concern topic that showed up in three inspections.
A later inspection showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether it was a formal follow-up.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 20
- Recorded violations
- 36
- Higher-concern violations
- 15
- Repeated topics
- 9
6 in last 12 months
6 in last 12 months
1 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
20 total inspections vs 11 local median in 33952
Compared to 14 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 40%
- Local median
- 0%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 60%
- Local median
- 19%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 9
- Local average
- 1.29
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Supervision
Appeared across 5 inspections, with 5 recorded violations.
April 10, 2024September 16, 2024November 26, 2024December 5, 2024December 10, 2024Facility condition
Appeared across 4 inspections, with 7 recorded violations.
August 13, 2024November 26, 2024April 25, 2025December 9, 2025Health or food records
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 5 recorded violations.
April 10, 2024August 13, 2024December 5, 2024Sleep safety
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
April 8, 2025April 25, 2025December 9, 2025Staff-to-child ratio
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
April 10, 2024September 16, 2024November 26, 2024Background screening
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
April 10, 2024April 8, 2025Equipment or readiness
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
August 13, 2024April 16, 2026Incident records
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
April 10, 2024December 10, 2024Staff training
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
April 10, 2024May 13, 2026Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The credentialed director was not on-site a majority of the hours that the facility is in operation as documented on timesheets, personnel schedules or employment records. CCF Handbook, Section 4.7, B
- Inspector notes
- On May 13, 2026, the hours of the director were stated to the GOC1 and found not to be accurate for the percentage necessary for compliance. GOC1 observed the timesheet for the staff responsible which confirmed the noncompliance of hours. The owner/directors hours were not available to GOC1 at the time of the inspection.
- Correction status
- Due by May 23, 2026
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 34 - Credentialed Staff
- Official code
- 34-05
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facilitys outdoor play area contained litter, nails, glass or other hazards that posed a low potential for harm to children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, the GOC1 observed litter and shingles on the side of the walkway that posed a low potential for harm to children. (photo taken.) Technical assistance was provided to the director so that the facilitys outdoor area is free and clean of litter and shingles that could pose a low potential for harm to children.
- Correction status
- Due by May 15, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-01
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The ground cover or other protective surface under the [fall zone (did not measure to 6 inches) ] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, the GOC1 observed that the fall zone on the playground measured 3 and a half inches at the deepest area of the fall zone. (picture taken). Technical assistance was provided to the director to ensure that the fall zone on the playground measures 6 inches in depth.
- Correction status
- Due by May 15, 2026
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-07
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- The GOC 1 observed peeling paint on the walls in the one year old classroom and in the infant classroom. Technical assistance was provided to the director to repair the walls with the peeling paint. The GOC1 observed staples in the wall in the one year within reach of children. Technical assistance was provided to the director, and the director removed the staples.
- Correction status
- Due by January 8, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
Higher concern: Sleep safety
- Report finding
- The bedding available was not safe and poses a threat to the health, safety or well-being of a child in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- The GOC1 observed two cribs in the infant classroom which has linens were not snug, therefore a potential hazard. Technical assistance was provided to the teacher and the director to ensure the linens are snug in the cribs for safe sleeping. The director and the teacher corrected the linens and positioned them snugly in the cribs.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 18 - Bedding and Linens
- Official code
- 18-02
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Diaper changing occurred on a surface that was not impermeable. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, E (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- The GOC1 observed the changing pad in the one year old classroom had a hole in it, therefore it was not impermeable. Technical assistance was provided to the director, and the director replaced the pad with a new pad.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
- Official code
- 30-06
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Sleep safety
- Report finding
- A minimum distance of 18'' was not maintained between each napping/sleeping space. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.2, C Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- On April 25, 2025, it was observed by the LS and the GOC 1 that two mats in the 4- and 5-year-old classroom were not 18 inches apart. Technical assistance was given to the director on how to position the mats within the classroom so that they can be 18 inches apart during nap/sleep time. Pictures taken.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 19 - Nap/Sleep Space Requirements
- Official code
- 19-02
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- Exit areas were blocked off and inaccessible in an emergency. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.3 Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- On April 25, 2025, it was observed by the LS and the GOC 1 in the 4- and 5-year-old classroom that the secondary door was blocked by a child on a sleeping mat. Technical assistance was provided to the director explaining the necessity to keep exit door/ fire exit doors clear and accessible in the need for emergency. Technical assistance was also given on positioning of the mats within the classroom so this exit will not be blocked. Picture taken.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-23
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Child care personnel did not wash their hands [the teacher did not change gloves between children when changing diapers.]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.1 Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- April 25, 2025, it was observed by the LS and the GOC 1 via video provided by the director that the teacher in the two-year-old room on April 23, 2025, did not change her gloves between changing the diaper for three children. Technical assistance was provided to the director to explain that hand washing, and glove changes must be made between each child in changing diapers. Video was recorded by the GOC 1 on phone.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 29 - Health and Sanitation
- Official code
- 29-02
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Child care personnel did not assist children with hand washing [after changing diapers.]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.1 Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- On April 25, 2025, the LS and the GOC 1 observed a video provided by the director of the two-year-old classroom dated April 22, 2025. The video shows the teacher changed two children's diapers and did not assist either child with hand washing after diaper change. Technical assistance was provided to the director explaining the guidelines for hand washing after each diaper change. Video was taken.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 29 - Health and Sanitation
- Official code
- 29-03
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- The diaper changing surface was not cleaned and sanitized or disinfected after each use. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, E Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Report comments
- On April 25, 2025, the LS and the GOC 1 reviewed a video provided by the director of the two-year-old classroom dated April 22, 2025. The video shows the teacher had just changed a child, put her down and went to pick up another child to change, place him on the changing table without cleaning and sanitizing or disinfecting the changing surface between uses. Technical assistance was given to the director explaining the cleaning and sanitizing or disinfecting guidelines after each use. Video was taken.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
- Official code
- 30-05
Higher concern: Sleep safety
- Report finding
- A minimum distance of 18'' was not maintained between each napping/sleeping space. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.2, C Physical Environment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the inspection, the licensing specialist observed children napping closer than a minimum of 18 inches. The licensing specialist took pictures. The issue was corrected immediately once mentioned to the staff in charge. The licensing specialist provided technical assistance from the handbook 3.6.2.C. C. A minimum of 18 inches must be maintained around individual napping and sleeping spaces. A maximum of two sides of a napping or sleeping space may be against a solid barrier, such as the wall. The solid side of a crib does not meet the requirements for a solid barrier.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 19 - Nap/Sleep Space Requirements
- Official code
- 19-02
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The personnel/ volunteer (ten hours or more per month) record did not include a CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form signed annually. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, C Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- The Licensing Specialist reviewed all 10 staff records. At time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed, three staff member did not have a current C. CF-FSP Form 5337, Child Abuse & Neglect Reporting Requirements, that was signed annually. The forms had been signed by the staff more than a year before the date of inspection. The Licensing Specialist took pictures. The staff signed the forms bringing the center into compliance. The Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance from the handbook Section 7.4 Personnel Records Records must be maintained and kept current on all child care personnel, as defined by Section 402.302(3), F.S. These records shall be on ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-04
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- An employment history verification was not documented and on file. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, D Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed one staff records did not have documentation of five years of employment history in the file. The Licensing Specialist took pictures. The Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance from the handbook 5.1, D The employer/owner/operator must conduct employment history checks, including documented attempts to contact each employer that employed the individual within the preceding five years, and documentation of the findings. Documentation must include the applicants job title and description of his/her regular duties, confirmation of employment dates, and level of job performance. The employer/owner/operator mu ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by May 8, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-04
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- Supervision of children in the [Four- and Five-Year Olds ] group was inadequate in that [the teacher left the classroom to go open the front door]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 General Requirements [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- The Early Learning Coalition (ELC) observed that a teacher had left the children alone in the classroom to open the front door. The Licensing Specialist (LS) gave TA to the staff responsible and director explaining that "Childcare personnel must be assigned to provide direct supervision to a specific group of children and be with that group of children at all times. Children must never be left without child care personnel supervision inside or outside the facility, in a vehicle, or at a field trip location". The action was corrected when the teacher walked back to the classroom.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
- Official code
- 04-01
Medium concern: Incident records
- Report finding
- Child care personnel failed to document an accident or incident on the day that it occurred. CCF Handbook, Section 6.4, A Health Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- All accidents and incidents or unusual occurrences that are threatening to the health, safety, or welfare of a child that occur while the child is in care must be documented on the same day they occur. Parent/guardian was notified of some of the occurrences by staff, however incident reports were not given to parent on each occasion. TA was given to the staff responsible explaining that reports must be given on the same day they occur.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 39 - Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation
- Official code
- 39-03
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- Child care personnel who had not completed all preservice training requirements were allowed unsupervised contact or care of children. (Section 3.1 - Training Requirements, Page 7) General Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observer three newly hired staff were alone supervising children when they had not completed the School Readiness training requirements. Extended the due date for training completion to align with the due date for the immunization record due date. The licensing specialist provided technical assistance from the School Readiness Handbook Section 3.1 3.1 Child care personnel must successfully complete the preservice training coursework described in this section, as applicable. All child care personnel must complete these preservice training requirements within 90 days of initial employment with any School Readiness provider ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by January 6, 2025
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
- Official code
- 04-31
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- The facilitys storage of harmful items including cleaning supplies, flammable products, and poisonous, toxic and hazardous materials allowed access by children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, disinfectant spray and disinfectant wipes were observed stored on the counter in the bathroom of room one. The bathroom had a stepping stool to assist children reach the sink which could make the cleaners accessible. The owner removed the cleaners from the bathroom during the inspection. The Licensing specialist took picture. The (LS) provided technical assistance from the handbook, section 3.2, B All potentially harmful items, including cleaning supplies, flammable products, poisonous, toxic, and hazardous materials, must be labeled and used according to manufacturers recommendation. These items, as well as knives, sharp tools, and other potent ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 13 - Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons
- Official code
- 13-02
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the specialist observed one child's file had an expired immunization record. Provided technical assistance from the handbook Section 7.1, Immunization Records 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 65C22.001(7)(p), F.A.C., from the custodial parent or legal guardian. DH Form 680 and DH Form 681 may be obtained from the local county health de ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by January 6, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-02
Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
- Report finding
- A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [4] children is required. A ratio of [3] child care personnel for [12] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- The Early Learning (ELC) observed a ratio violation while visiting the facility on 11/22/24. As they entered the building, they observed 18 children in the front room seated watching T.V. with three teachers. The ages of the children ranged from infants to four-year-olds. With the infants and one-year-olds present, five staff members would need to be present. L.S. provided technical assistance on ratios for mixed groups. The infants and one-year-olds need to be in separate groups. 2.3.1 Mixed Age Groups A. In groups of mixed age ranges, where children under one year of age are included, one child care personnel must be responsible for no more than four children of any age gro ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Ratio Sufficient
- Official code
- 03-01
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- Supervision of children in the [2 year olds and 4 year olds]] group was inadequate in that [Once the classes were divided, a two- year -old child opened the door to the classroom, left the classroom unattended, crossed the front room, jumped up on a chair and tossed her sippy cup into the kitchen sink. Several children in the four-year-old room were observed leaving the classroom unattended to use the bathroom down the hall.]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- The ELC observed two instances of supervision violations. First, the two-year-old classroom teacher left the room to get a book, leaving the class without a teacher. Then, she left the classroom again to get a broom and dustpan. L.S. provided technical assistance on supervision. Staff must always remain in the rooms with the group of children.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
- Official code
- 04-01
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- A safety deficiency having a low potential for harm to the children in care was observed. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- The ELC observed a cord from the large T.V. hanging within the reach of the children, and a teacher's purse was left within the reach of the two-year-olds. There are pictures of that as well. The LS provided technical assistance. All childcare facilities must be clean, in good repair, and free from health and safety hazards. The T.V. cord is now moved and covered so the children cannot reach it.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-06
Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
- Report finding
- A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [6] children is required. A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [7] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. General Requirements [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- The Licensing Specialist observed ratio at time of inspection Naptime Staff/children 1/7 Age 1-2 1/5 Age 3 1/3 Infants 1/4 Age 4 A one year old was moved to infants Corrected Ratio 1/6 Age 1-2 1/5 Age 3 1/4 Infants 1/4 Age 4 The (LS) provided technical assistance from the from statue 402.305(4) STAFF-TO-CHILDREN RATIO. (a) 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 ever ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Ratio Sufficient
- Official code
- 03-01
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- Children were left unattended while being diapered or when changing clothes and/or a safety strap or harness was used on the diaper changing table/surface. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, F General Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- This violation has been given based on documented staff observations from the Representative of the Early Learning Coalition (ELC). During a site visit on 9/12//2024, (ELC) found the program out of compliance for supervision. At the time of the Licensing Specialist (LS) visit on 9/16/2024, the center complied supervising the children in their care during the inspection. The (LS) provided technical assistance from the handbook 3.10.2,F. Children must be directly attended at all times when being diapered or when changing clothes. Child care personnel must not leave children unattended on a table or countertop. A safety strap or harness must not be used on the diaper changing table/surface.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
- Official code
- 04-16
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- The attendance roster did not accompany the group of children in that [the staff provided an attendance that did not include all the children in the room. ].CCF Handbook, Section 7.5, A Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the staff with the age 1-2 children had a classroom roster on the tablet that showed the room contained 3 children and there were 7 children present. The staff completed a handwritten showing into the space the children occupied the room bring the center into compliance. The (LS) provided technical assistance from the handbook 7.5. A. 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. Attendance sheet/class roster must accompany the child care pers ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 46 - Daily Attendance
- Official code
- 46-07
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Open packages of perishable or leftover foods were not [ labeled with date]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, D
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the specialist observed 3 plastic containers with cut up food that were not labeled with the date. Pictures taken. The director labeled the containers bringing the center into compliance. Provided technical assistance from the handbook 3.9.2.D Opened packages of perishable or leftover food items must be properly covered or sealed in containers or bags, labeled with the date, and properly stored and discarded within seven calendar days.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-21
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Items unrelated to diaper changing were stored in the diaper changing area or placed on the diaper changing table/surface. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, G Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, there was a cell phone on the diapering station in the infant room. Pictures taken. The director educated the staff and the phone was removed bringing the center into compliance. Provided technical assistance from the handbook 3.10.2.G G. Items unrelated to diaper changing shall not be stored in the diaper changing varea nor shall they be placed on the diaper changing table.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
- Official code
- 30-07
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The play equipment was not maintained in a safe or sanitary condition for the children to use in that [there were broken wooded boards on the top of the slide enclosure.]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B and F Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the inspection, the specialist observed there were broken wooded boards on the top of the slide enclosure. Pictures taken. The Director advised they have not allowed the children on that equipment and will rope off the area until it is repaired. Provided technical assistance from the handbook Section 3.12. 3.12 Outdoor Equipment A. A child care facility must provide and maintain enough usable equipment suitable to each childs age and development and of a quantity for each to be involved in activities. B. All playground equipment must be securely anchored, unless portable or stationary by design, in good repair, maintained in safe and sanitary condition, and pla ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by August 23, 2024
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-03
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documented proof that all child care personnel were trained and knowledgeable within 30 days of date of hire in [ safe sleep practices and shaken baby syndrome]. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.3 and 4.2.5
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the counselor observed two staff record didnt have documentation of completing Safe Sleep/Fire Extinguisher training within 30 days of hire. Provided technical assistance from the handbook Section4.2.3 Safe Sleep/ Shaken Baby Syndrome Training All child care personnel who work in a facility that offers care to infants must have training regarding guidance on safe sleep practices, preventing shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma; recognition of signs and symptoms of shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma; strategies for coping with crying, fussing, or distraught child and the development and vulnerabilities of the brain in infancy in ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by May 13, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-09
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Child(ren) did not have a Florida Certification of Immunization (DH Form 680) or a Religious Exemption from Immunization (DH Form 681), on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1, B (Section 19.2, number 2) Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the counselor observed two child's file did not have a current Florida Certification of Immunization within 30 days of Enrollment. Provided technical assistance from the handbook Section 7.1, Immunization Records 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 65C22.001(7)(p), F.A.C., from the custodial parent or legal guardian. DH Form 680 and DH Fo ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by May 13, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 (Section 19.2, number 2) Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the counselor observed two child's file had an expired immunization record. Provided technical assistance from the handbook Section 7.1, Immunization Records 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 65C22.001(7)(p), F.A.C., from the custodial parent or legal guardian. DH Form 680 and DH Form 681 may be obtained from the local county health dep ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by May 13, 2024
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- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-02
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Child(ren) did not have a Student Health Examination/DH (Form 3040), or an equivalent health statement on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2, C (Section 19.2, number 1) Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the counselor observed three child's file did not have a current Student Health Examination within 30 days of Enrollment. Provided technical assistance from the handbook. Section 7.2, 7.2 Student Health Records The child care facility is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed Student Health Examination form DH 3040, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(q), F.A.C. and may be obtained from the local county health department, the parent or legal guardian, or a signed statement by authorized professionals that indicate the results of the components of the Student Health Examination f ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by May 13, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
- Official code
- 42-01
Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
- Report finding
- A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [15] children is required. A ratio of [0] child care personnel for [15] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. General Requirements [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- The Licensing Specialist observed ratio at the during of inspection Staff/children 1/4 Age 1 2/8 Infants 1/7 Age 2 0/5 Age 3 The adult in the room was not yet fully background screened. The adult was waiting the results of fingerprinting. 1/5 Age 4 The Licensing Specialist observed the corrected ratio at end of inspection note that some new children had arrived during the inspection Staff/children 1/4 Age 1 2/8 Infants 1/7 Age 2-3 1/12 Age 3-4 The Licensing Specialist (LS) provided technical assistance from statue 402.305(4) STAFF-TO-CHILDREN RATIO. (a) Minimum standards for the care of children in a licensed child care facility as established by rule of the department must i ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Ratio Sufficient
- Official code
- 03-01
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- An unscreened individual was left alone with children in care. s.435.06(2)(a), F.S. and CCF Handbook, Section 5.2, C General Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- During the inspection, the (LS) learned five children in the age three classroom were being supervised by a new staff member who had not completed background screening. The staff member was waiting for the results of fingerprinting. The director resolved the issue by promptly sending the staff member home and redistributing the children into other classrooms. The (LS) explained to the director that staff must meet all the requirements in statue s. 435.06(2)(a) prior to any unsupervised contact with children. The staff member must have eligible results for fingerprints not still in process. Additionally explained that if the staff member had a provisional letter from backgroun ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
- Official code
- 04-18
Medium concern: Incident records
- Report finding
- Documentation of an accident or incident was insufficient in that it did not include the [parent signature]. CCF Handbook, Section 6.4, C Health Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, the center did not have an incident report with the parent signature. This requirement was reviewed with the provider during the inspection, thus is marked back into compliance this date. Provided technical assistance from the handbook 6.4.C C. Documentation must include the name of the affected party, date and time of the occurrence, description of the occurrence, actions taken and by whom, and appropriate signatures of program child care personnel and the custodial parent or legal guardian. Program child care personnel signatures may include the director/child care personnel that witnessed the incident, who were involved in the incident, and/o ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 39 - Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation
- Official code
- 39-05
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- Documentation of Level 2 Clearinghouse screening clearance was missing for child care personnel. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1,C Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, one staff member did not have documentation of Level 2 Clearinghouse screening in the file. The staff member fingerprints were in process. Prior to the completion of this report the director noticed licensing that staff member was eligible. The licensing specialist reviewed the results on the background screening site that showed the staff member now eligible as of 4/10/2024. Provided technical assistance from the handbook Section 7.4.1 Background Screening Documents Background screening documentation must be maintained for all child care personnel as defined by Section 402.302(3), F.S., which includes household members if the facility is locate ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-02
No recorded violations in this report
Questions to ask
Suggested questions for parents based on recorded violations in inspection reports. If there are not enough source-backed violations, you will see general questions for daycare.
Finding-specific
Can you walk me through the current process for ensuring infant cribs are set up safely with snug linens?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records show an inspection report from December 2025 where crib linens were found not to be snug. Asking about current procedures helps parents understand how the center maintains safe sleep environments for infants.
- Context
- The finding was corrected at the time of the inspection.
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What steps does the center take to ensure that nap mats are always spaced correctly for the children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- The available inspection records show multiple instances across 2025 where nap or sleep spaces were not maintained at the required 18-inch distance. This question helps parents understand how staff monitor and maintain these spacing requirements during nap times.
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How do you verify and document the employment history for new staff members during the hiring process?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from April 2025 noted that employment history documentation was missing for a staff member. Asking about this process helps parents understand how the center ensures all personnel meet hiring and background screening requirements.
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What is the center's current policy for ensuring that children are always directly supervised, even during transitions or routine tasks?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records indicate several supervision-related findings throughout 2024 where children were left unattended during various activities. This question allows parents to learn about the center's current supervision protocols and how they keep children attended at all times.
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How does the center ensure that staff-to-child ratios are maintained at all times, especially when children are in mixed-age groups?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- The available inspection records show multiple findings related to staff-to-child ratios during 2024. Asking about this helps parents understand how the center manages staffing levels to ensure compliance with state requirements.
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