Children were present in the food preparation area when meals and snacks were being prepared. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.1, C Food and Nutrition [SR]
Inspector notes
Licensing observed a child in the kitchen area in company of a staff. The staff took the child back to the classroom thus it was completed at the time of the inspection. Licensing provided technical assistance explaining For safety, children must not be present in the food preparation area when meals and snacks are prepared unless being supervised or participating in a cooking activity.
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
The outdoor play area had trash, pieces of broken glass, a multicolor large toy was apart and spread out on the ground. Licensing provided technical assistance explaining. All childcare facilities must be clean, in good repair, free from health and safety hazards and from evidence of, or presence of, vermin infestation. Indoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety and documented on a daily inspection log. Outdoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety. Any problems must be corrected before the play area is used by children. The areas were corrected before the inspections submission thus this completed. The areas were repaired o ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
Official code
17-01
Low concern: Administrative posting
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The facility's menu was not [ was not posted at the beginning of each week in an easily seen place]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, H (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
The menu was not UpToDate and was not showing this week. Licensing provided technical assistance explaining Meal and snack menus must be planned, written, dated, and posted at the beginning of each week in an easily seen place, accessible to the parents/guardians. This was corrected prior submission of this inspection thus this was completed.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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FOOD AND NUTRITION - 26 - Meal and Snack Menus
Official code
26-01
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]
Correction / follow-up note
The diaper mat in the infant room was torn. Licensing provided technical assistance explaining When children in diapers are in care, there must be a diaper changing area with an impermeable surface that is cleaned and sanitized or disinfected after each use. This was corrected prior submission of this inspection thus this was resolved.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
Official code
30-06
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
The facility was required to have at least [1] credentialed child care personnel and had [1] credentialed child care personnel CCF Handbook, Section 4.6.1, B
Report comments
The center has only one staff credential employee and there are 41 children enrolled. During the inspection there were 29 children and no staff credentialed staff. Licensing provided technical assistance explaining. For every 20 children, a child care facility must have one child care personnel who meets the staff credential requirement. Based on this formula, child care facilities with 20-39 children must have one credentialed child care personnel, facilities with 40-59 children must have two credentialed child care personnel, and so on. The licensing authority will calculate the number of credentialed personnel required based on daily attendance. A credential staff returned ... [truncated]
A ratio of [2] child care personnel for [7] children is required. A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [7] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
Licensing observed 7 children age two including a one-year-old, one staff was added thus it was completed at the time of the inspection. Licensing provided technical assistance explaining the ratio for one-year olds is 1:6. Ratios after corrections: 1:13 age 2-3 2:7 age 1-2 1:7 infants
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Ratio Sufficient
Official code
03-01
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
The bedding available was not sanitary 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]
Report comments
Two cribs did not have a mattress. Playpens for the infants who did not have mattresses, it was a hard surface made of wood wrapped with cloth with little cushion inside. The LS provided technical assistance that the mattress for playpen materials is one inch thick, impermeable, and fits well within the playpen.
Correction status
Due by October 15, 2025
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 18 - Bedding and Linens
Official code
18-04
Higher concern: Sleep safety
Report finding
Child/ren were placed in a crib, playpen, play yard or other sleeping and napping bedding with items that could pose a strangulation or suffocation risk. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.4, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
Licensing observed an infant placed on the crib and with a cord attached to the pacifier. The staff removed the cord thus it was completed at the time of the inspection. Licensing provided technical assistance explaining Children must not be placed in the cribs, playpens, play yards or other sleeping and napping bedding with items that could pose a strangulation or suffocation risk. Cribs, playpens, play yards, other napping and sleeping bedding being used by a child must be placed a minimum of 18 inches away from window blinds, draperies or any window treatment/cover that pose a strangulation hazard.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 20 - Crib Requirements
Official code
20-06
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
The food preparation area does not have a hand washing station or the hand washing station did not include the following: [hot water]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.1, A.7. (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR]
Report comments
A portable sink was used in the kitchen for handwashing that had no hot water. Licensing provided technical assistance explaining a food preparation area is required for facilities that choose to prepare food in a manner consistent with the definition of preparation of food. Specific requirements for the food preparation area 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 handwas ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by October 15, 2025
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FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
Official code
24-09
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 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
Report comments
The children named on the notes have expired vaccinations. Technical assistance was provided. CCF Handbook 7.1 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. Please look at the notes for the missing vaccinations and email them by the due date.
Correction status
Due by October 15, 2025
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RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
Official code
41-01
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 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
The children named on the notes did not have a physical exam. Licensing provided technical assistance explaining the program has one month from the date of enrollment to obtain the form.
A ratio of [3] child care personnel for [13] children is required. A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [13] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
Licensing observed one staff caring for a mixed group of 13 children: 3 were one, 4 age two, 4 age 4. This was completed at the time of the inspection when the group was broken down as more children and staff came in as follows: 2:5 infants 1:11 age 4 1:6 age 1-2 1:8 age 2-3 Licensing provided technical assistance explaining the staff-to-child ratio, as established in Section 402.305(4), F.S., is based on primary responsibility for the direct supervision of children and applies at all times while children are in care. In groups of mixed age ranges, where children one year of age but under two years of age are included, one childcare personnel must be responsible for no more t ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Ratio Sufficient
Official code
03-01
Higher concern: Supervision
Report finding
Supervision of children in the [age 2-3] group was inadequate in that [staff left the classroom ]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
Licensing observed the staff leaving her classroom to go the kitchen and also to adjacent the infant room. The staff returned to the room thus it was completed at the time of the inspection. Licensing provided technical assistance explaining supervision must be direct meaning actively watching and directing childrens activities within the same room or designated outdoor play area, during transportation, any activity outside of the facility, and responding to the needs of each child while in care. Child care 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 witho ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
Official code
04-01
Higher concern: Supervision
Report finding
Children were left in high chairs or other confining devices outside of feeding times. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4.4, B (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
Licensing observed infants in highchairs or feeding like chairs while outside feeding times during different occasions. The staff moved the infants out of the highchairs thus it was completed at the time of the inspection. Licensing provided technical assistance explaining Children must not be left in highchairs or other types of feeding chairs other than during feeding times.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
Official code
04-09
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 (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
Licensing observed an unscreened individual caring for four infants. A second staff joined the group thus it was completed at the time of the inspection. Licensing provided technical assistance explaining A screening must be conducted as a condition of employment. The employer/owner/operator must review each employment application to assess the relevancy of any issue uncovered by the complete background screening, including any arrest, pending criminal charge, or conviction, and must use this information in employment decisions in accordance with state laws. A. Level 2 screening as outlined in s. 435.04, F.S., is required for all child care personnel and includes a criminal r ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
Official code
04-18
Low concern: Administrative posting
Report finding
The facility used electronic media time with children younger than 2 years of age. CCF Handbook, Section 2.6, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
Licensing observed the infants watching tv. The staff turned off the tv thus it was completed at the time of inspection. Licensing provided technical assistance explaining Do not include the use of electronic media for children under two years of age. Electronic media may only be used for educational purposes or physical activity for children 2 years of age and older for no more than 1 to 2 hours per day. You can play music instead.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 09 - Planned Activities
Official code
09-06
Low concern: Administrative posting
Report finding
The facility used electronic media that was not for educational purposes or for physical activity for children 2 years of age and older. CCF Handbook, Section 2.6, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
Licensing observed a mixed group of ones to four-year-olds watching TV for non-educational purposes. Licensing provided technical assistance explaining do not include the use of electronic media for children under two years of age. Electronic media may only be used for educational purposes or physical activity for children 2 years of age and older for no more than 1 to 2 hours per day.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 09 - Planned Activities
Official code
09-07
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
Licensing observed a broken bench/table with sharp edges, a torn blue cart, a metal rake, a hole digger, pieces of a broken glass bottle and trash on the playground. Also the grounds need maintenance as it has weeds growing all over the area. Please make sure to check the playground every morning and use the log it in the provided log. Licensing provided technical assistance explaining: The outdoor play area must be clean and free from litter, nails, glass and other hazards.
Correction status
Due by June 23, 2025
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
Official code
17-01
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
Bedding and/or linens were not stored in a sanitary manner. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1, G & H (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
Licensing observed blankets touching each other in the infant room, outside the 1-2 year old group. The staff sent the items to wash thus it was completed at the time of the inspection. Licensing provided technical assistance explaining 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. All bedding and linens must be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized at least once a week, and before use by another child.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 18 - Bedding and Linens
Official code
18-12
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
Inspector notes
Licensing observed ratios, control remote, and a clipboard on the diapering changing area of the 1-2 year old group. The staff remove the items thus it was completed at the time of the inspection. Licensing provided technical assistance explaining: items unrelated to diaper changing shall not be stored in the diaper changing area nor shall they be placed on the diaper changing table.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
Official code
30-07
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
Child care personnel, who were not in compliance with preservice training requirements when they left a School Readiness provider, did not complete required training and any new mandated training prior to employment with a School Readiness provider. (Section 3.4.B Training Requirements, Page 7) [SR]
Report comments
The staff noted on the supplemental did not complete school readiness training prior to employment with a School Readiness provider. Licensing provided technical assistance explaining Preservice Training refers to training requirements completed prior to unsupervised contact with or care of children participating in the School Readiness Program, or within 90 days of employment at a program facility. Child care personnel are not allowed to have unsupervised contact with or care of children prior to completion of preservice training requirements.
Correction status
Due by June 23, 2025
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TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-15
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
Report comments
A staff noted on the supplemental did not have screening, the director noted she was hired but was waiting for the screening. The staff left thus it was completed at the time of the inspection. Licensing provided technical assistance explaining a screening must be conducted as a condition of employment
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
Official code
45-02
Higher concern: Background screening
Report finding
The facility failed to maintain a current Employee/Contractor Roster for all child care personnel in the Clearinghouse. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, K (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
Report comments
The program didn't have an employee roster. Licensing provided technical assistance explaining lease follow the instructions prior sent and create a roster.
Correction status
Due by June 23, 2025
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RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
Official code
45-09
Higher concern: Background screening
Report finding
Child care personnels Level 2 documentation was incomplete in that [ A copy of out-of-state child abuse and neglect registry search is missing., A copy of out-of-state sexual offender/predator registry search is missing.]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1, D, E, and F (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
Report comments
The staff noted on the supplemental was missing out of state child abuse and neglect registry search and out of state sexual offender predator search. Licensing provided technical assistance explaining please follow the instructions on the 45-day letter for how to complete these steps.
Correction status
Due by June 23, 2025
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RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A Physical Environment [SR]
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The tile in the hallway by the bathroom was damaged and came loose. Please replace it. Also, the facility's rugs needed to be vacuumed and the floors had dirt. Please make sure to clean and sanitize the facility before the children arrive. Also, the yellow rug is torn and needs to be replaced. Licensing will complete a second visit on 2/26/25 to inspect the areas. Licesning provided technical assistance explaining all childcare facilities must be clean, in good repair, free from health and safety hazards and from the evidence of, or presence of, vermin infestation. Indoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety and documented on a daily inspection log. ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by March 20, 2025
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PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
Official code
12-02
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
Bottles and/or sippy cups brought from home were not labeled with childs first and last name. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.5, B Food and Nutrition [SR]
Inspector notes
Licesning observed the bottles in the infant room were not labeled. Licensing provided technical assistance explaining that bottles must be individually labeled with first and last name. Also, infants should be food solid food on
Correction status
Due by March 20, 2025
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FOOD AND NUTRITION - 28 - Bottles, Breastmilk, Formula and Infant Food
Official code
28-02
Low concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
Personnel records or copies of records were not being maintained at the facility and available for review by the licensing authority. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 Record Keeping [SR]
Report comments
The staff noted on the supplemental did not have a file. Licensing provided technical assistance explaining that complete files must be available at the facility for licensing review. Please email all the records for staff members by the due date of 3/20/25.
Correction status
Due by March 20, 2025
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RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
Official code
44-01
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
The staff noted on the supplemental did not have background screening. Licensing provided technical assistance explaining that staff are cleared when it shows eligible under childcare. Please make sure to follow the instructions emailed on the agency review. Instructions on the clearinghouse were also emailed. The staff completed the agency review by the due date, thus it was resolved.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
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
What steps are currently in place to ensure that items in cribs do not pose a risk to infants during nap time?
Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from September 2025 noted an instance where an item was found in a crib that could pose a risk. Asking about current practices helps parents understand how the facility maintains a secure sleep environment for infants.
Context
Corrected at time of inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How does the center monitor and maintain staff-to-child ratios throughout the day, especially during transitions or when children from different age groups are together?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records show multiple instances in 2025 where staff-to-child ratios were not met. This question allows the director to explain the current system for ensuring adequate supervision at all times.
Related violations
Finding-specific
Can you describe the process for verifying and documenting that all staff members have completed their required background screenings before they begin working with children?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records from 2025 indicate several findings related to background screening documentation. Asking about the current process helps parents understand how the facility ensures all personnel are properly cleared.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your daily routine for inspecting the outdoor play area to ensure it remains free of hazards like litter or broken items?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from 2025 and 2026 show findings regarding debris or hazards in the outdoor play area. This question helps parents understand the current maintenance and safety check procedures.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you ensure that all children have their required health and immunization records updated and on file within the necessary timeframes after enrollment?
Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from September 2025 noted missing health and immunization documentation for some children. Asking about current record-keeping practices helps parents understand how the facility stays in compliance with health requirements.