Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 7.6
- Local median
- 1.82
Boys and Girls Club of Manatee County - DeSoto
5236 30th St W, Bradenton, FL 34207-1600
- License:
- E12MA0078
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Exempt
- Records checked:
- July 14, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, After School, Food Served, Transportation
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 2:00PM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 345
- License expiration:
- June 13, 2027
Typical cost: $1,170 - $1,575 (Under 1)
Child’s age
$1,170 - $1,575/mo
Median daily rate: $54.00 - $72.70
Official Florida Division of Early Learning Manatee 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 inspectionMarch 18, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsAugust 2, 2024
Summary
This summary covers five available inspections for Boys and Girls Club of Manatee County - DeSoto from March 28, 2024 through March 18, 2026.
Four inspections recorded violations, with 38 recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on March 18, 2026 and involved background screening.
That higher-concern topic showed up in three inspections.
The available reports do not include a later inspection with no recorded violations after that violation.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 5
- Recorded violations
- 38
- Higher-concern violations
- 24
- Repeated topics
- 4
2 in last 12 months
19 in last 12 months
8 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
5 total inspections vs 11 local median in 34207
Compared to 10 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 80%
- Local median
- 30%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 80%
- Local median
- 52%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 4
- Local average
- 4.3
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Background screening
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 8 recorded violations.
March 28, 2024June 27, 2025March 18, 2026Staff training
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
June 27, 2025March 18, 2026Transportation
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 8 recorded violations.
June 27, 2025March 18, 2026Health or food records
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
June 27, 2025March 18, 2026Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documentation of an annual vehicle inspection for a vehicle used to transport children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the previous inspection, the Operator advised the Licensing Specialist that the transportation files were not on site. During the reinspection, Licensing Specialist observed 2 of the 3 vehicles inspection. This is being marked non-compliant. The provider did not have an annual inspection for the 2025 GMC Van. The director was given until April 18, 2026, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, School-Age Child Care Facility Handbook: 2.5.4: A: Vehicle Requirements A: For the purpose of this section, vehicles refer to those owned, operated or regularly used by the school-age childcare prog ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 18, 2026
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 07 - Vehicle Requirements
- Official code
- 07-04
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 [ the use of fire extinguishers]. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.3 and 4.2.5 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Training [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- 33- 05: During the previous inspection, the Operator was not able to provide access to personnel files including Fire Extinguisher Training. During the reinspection, Licensing Specialist observed 14 of the 29 personnel did not have the fire extinguisher training complete. This is being marked non-compliant. The director was given until April 18, 2026, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, School-Age Child Care Facility Handbook: Section 4.2.3 Fire Extinguisher Training: All childcare personnel shall be trained in the use and operation of a fire extinguisher, at each facility they are employed ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 18, 2026
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-05
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The facility did not have a written exposure plan regarding safety precautions for exposure to blood and potentially infectious fluids. CCF Handbook, Section 6 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the previous inspection, the Operator was not able to provide access to personnel files including exposure to blood and potentially infectious fluids training. During the reinspection, Licensing Specialist observed 17 out of the 29 personnel did not have the exposure training completed. This is being marked non-compliant. The director was given until April 18, 2026, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, School-Age Child Care Facility Handbook: 6 Health Requirements: There are three common modes of transmission for the spread of microorganisms in childcare settings: contact, droplet, an ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 18, 2026
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 34 - Communicable Disease Control
- Official code
- 34-11
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]
- Correction / follow-up note
- 44-02: During the previous inspection, the Operator was not able to provide the Licensing Specialist with access to the personnel records due to the HR Department not being on site during the time of the inspection. During the reinspection, Licensing Specialist observed 4 of the 28 personnel background screenings stated Agency Review Required. This is being marked non-compliant. The director brought this standard back in compliance at the time of inspection by letting the personnel know they cannot return to the facility until their backgrounds come back eligible. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, School-Age Child Care Facility Han ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 44-02
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]
- Inspector notes
- During the previous inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed the facilities clearinghouse and 6 personnel at the facility that were not on the facilities roster. During the reinspection, Licensing Specialist observed the rooster was not up to date in that the facility needed to remove 3 personnel from the roster and add 7 personnel. This is being marked non- compliant. The director was given until April 18, 2026, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, School-Age Child Care Facility Handbook: Section 5.1, K: Initial Screening K: The employer/owner/operator must add childcare personnel to t ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 18, 2026
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 44-09
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The facility's transportation log did not include [both signatures, second signature, date, times of departure and arrival]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.2 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the transportation log was missing the second childcare personnel signatures on 20 entries dated between 1/12/2026, 1/13/2026, 1/14/2026, 1/15/2026, 1/16/26, 1/20/2026, 1/21/2026, 1/22/2026, 1/23/2026, 1/26/2026, 2/17/2026, 2/18/2026, 2/23/2026, 2/24/2026, 2/25/2026, 2/27/2026, 3/2/2026, 3/3/2026, 3/4/2026, and 3/6/2026. Licensing Specialist observed that the transportation log was missing both childcare personnel signatures on 14 entries dated between 1/21/2026, 1/22/2026, 1/23/2026, 2/17/2026, 2/18/2026, 2/19/2026, 2/20/2026, 2/23/2026, 2/24/2026, 2/25/2026, 2/27/2026, 3/3/2026, 3/4/2026, 3/5/2026 and 3/6/2026. Licen ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 18, 2026
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 05 - Transportation
- Official code
- 05-04
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The vehicle alarm installed was not in working condition. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the programs vehicle (2025 GMC Van) the alarm sounded at 1 minute 5 seconds. The director was given until April 18, 2026, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, regarding the maintaining of the vehicle alarm. SACCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4, F.c - F. By January 1, 2022 all vehicles used by child care facilities to transport children must be equipped with a reliable alarm system approved by the Department which prompts the driver to inspect the vehicle for children before exiting the vehicle. 1. Approved alarm systems must meet the following c ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 18, 2026
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 07 - Vehicle Requirements
- Official code
- 07-06
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The vehicle had missing, broken or non-operable seat belts and/or safety restraints. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.5 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed on the international bus the very back seat on the driver side the the seat buckle is broken. On the Blue Bird bus seat number 4 the seat belt is broken. The director was given until April 18, 2026, to come into compliance with this standard. The provider was given extra time to bring this standard back into compliance due to having to find and purchase new seat belt and install them. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, SACCF Handbook, Section 2.5.5 Seat Belt/Child Restraints Each child, when transported, must be seated in a back seat in an individual factory installed seat belt or fed ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 18, 2026
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 08 - Seat Belts/Child Restraints
- Official code
- 08-04
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Areas of the facility were found to be in need of cleaning. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed in the game room the green couches has a black substance on them. In the girls restroom there is a brown substance on the wall. In room 136A the window seal is cracked and missing part of the drywall. The gym walls has a black substance on them. The girls and boys bathroom in the gym has black substance on the wall. The director was given until April 18, 2026, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, SACCF Handbook Section 3.1 General Health and Safety Requirements A . All school-age program facilities must be clean, in good repair, and free from ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 18, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-01
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
- During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed in room 112 the blue wall by the 2nd door the paint is peeling the couch is ripped and exposing the foam. In the game room the cover to the pool table the top layer is peeling. The wall outside of Room 112 the paint is peeling. The bag that is holding the stacking cups is ripping. The rugs in front of the sinks and water fountain is lifting up and rolling up. The sinks in the big stalls in the bathrooms the caulking is separating from the wall. In the gym the red padding and the white padding is ripped and exposing the foam. In the boys bathroom in the gym there is a hole in the wall by the big stall. In the both bathroom i ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 18, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- A safety deficiency having a low potential for harm to the children in care was observed. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed cords stored in an unlocked cabinet or out on the top of the cabinets in the following classrooms: 112, game room, 136A, and 136B. The director was given until April 18, 2026, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, SACCF Handbook Section 3.1 D.- General Health and Safety Requirements. D . Strangulation hazards, strings, and cords long enough to encircle a childs neck such as those on toys and window coverings must not be accessible to children in care.
- Correction status
- Due by April 18, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-06
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
- During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed cans of paint in the front lobby(the provider removed them). In the tech room in an unlocked cabinet there is adult scissors, a teacher purse, tape dispenser, multipurpose wipes, and ultra healing lotion. In room 112 there are push pins sitting on top of the counter by the sewing machines. There is an unlocked cabinet with adult scissors, a stapler, disinfectant wipes, multipurpose wipes, Lysol wipes, and Lysol refill bottle. In room 113 there are grocery bags, aluminum foil, and a tape dispenser in a drawer. In unlocked cabinets there are garden tools, a can of paint, and iron. In the corner by the cabinets there are large ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 18, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 13 - Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons
- Official code
- 13-02
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
- During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the padding around the poles is ripped and exposing the foam. The bottom pole of the black fence is broken and is sharp and sticking out. There is also a screw sticking out from the area where the pole is broken. The director was given until April 18, 2026, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, SACCF Handbook Section 3.5 Outdoor Play Area A . The outdoor play area must be clean and free from litter, nails, glass and other hazards. The outdoor play area must be designed to allow personnel to clearly see children while playing on all equipment.
- Correction status
- Due by April 18, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-01
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The base of the fence in the outdoor play area was not at ground level and could allow inside or outside access by children or animals. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, F (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed a several gaps at the bottom of the fence. The gaps were measuring between 5 -10 inches. There is a gap by the rolling gate and the fence measuring at 4 inches. There is a gap between the gate by the parking lot and the fence measuring at 7 inches. There is a gap between the black poles on the black metal fence measuring at 4 inches. The director was given until April 18, 2026, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, SACCF Handbook Section 3.5 Outdoor Play Area F. The outdoor play area must have adequate fencing or walls a minimum of 4 feet in he ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 18, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-07
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- The sink and/or toilet was not maintained in good operating condition, clean and/or sanitized or disinfected. CCF Handbook, Section 3.7, I (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed in the girls bathroom in the gym the fourth stall the toilet does not work. The provider has the stall locked and has a note stating Do Not Use. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, SACCF Handbook Section 3.7 I- Restrooms and Bath Facilities. I. Each toilet and sink must be maintained in good operating condition, cleaned and sanitized or disinfected as needed, but at least once per day. Sinks utilized for teeth brushing activities/procedures by the children must be sanitized prior to the activity occurring.
- Correction status
- Due by April 18, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 21 - Restrooms and Bath Facilities
- Official code
- 21-11
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- The facility did not have a current and approved annual fire safety inspection by the local fire authority. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the fire inspection was not an approved fire inspection. The fire inspection that was conducted by the fire marshal had some violations on it. The director was given until April 18, 2026, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, SACCF Handbook 3.8.2,A Fire Safety A. Unless statutorily exempted, all childcare facilities must conform to state standards adopted by the State Fire Marshal, Chapter 69A-36, F.A.C., Uniform Standards for Life Safety and Fire Prevention in Child Care Facilities. A copy of the current and approved annual fire inspectio ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 18, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-02
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- The facility did not have a fire extinguisher with a minimum rating of 2A10BC available in the food preparation area. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the 2025 GMC Van did not have a fire extinguisher. The director was given until April 18, 2026, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, SACCF Handbook 3.8.2,B Fire Safety B. Fire extinguishers with a minimum rating of 2A:10BC must properly installed, serviced, and maintained with current inspection tags at all times.
- Correction status
- Due by April 18, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-03
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- During the facilitys licensure year, fire drills utilizing the approved alarm system were not conducted monthly at various dates and times when children were in care [missing February 2026 fire drill]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.4, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored the Fire Drill Log and observed documentation of the last fire drill having been conducted on 1/26/2026. The last fire inspection for this facility was dated 11/03/2025 but had citations on it. The fire extinguisher certifications are valid until 10/2026. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the last fire drill was conducted on 1/26/26. A fire drill was not conducted for February 2026. The director brought this standard back in compliance at the time of inspection by completing a fire drill with the licensing specialist. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, SACCF Ha ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-06
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Child care personnel did not complete preservice training requirements prior to unsupervised contact with or care of children or, if supervised, within 90 days of beginning employment or service with the provider. (Section 3.1 and 3.2 Training Requirements, Page 7) [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of inspection, the Director advised the Licensing Specialist that there 29 employees. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 29 of the 29 employee records. When the Licensing Specialist was reviewing the files the licensing specialist observed 3 personnel did not complete their School Readiness training within the 90 days. The director was given until April 18, 2026, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, School Readiness Program Health and Safety Standards Handbook Section 3.1 Preservice. Child care personnel must successfully complete the preservice ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 18, 2026
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-07
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
- During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed two, individuals that were unscreened in the classroom with children. This standard was brought back into compliance in that the two individuals went home. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, F,.S. 435.06 (2)(a) An employer may not hire, select, or otherwise allow an employee to have contact with any vulnerable person that would place the employee in a role that requires background screening until the screening process is completed and demonstrates the absence of any grounds for the denial or termination of employment. If the screening process shows any grounds for the denial o ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
- Official code
- 04-18
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The facility did not maintain a log for all children being transported in a vehicle. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.2 A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- During the inspection, the Operator advised the Licensing Specialist that the transportation log was not on site. The director was given until July 7, 2025 to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, School Readiness Program Health and Safety Standards Handbook Section 2.1 G: Health and Safety G: School Readiness programs operated within a public school that utilize school buses or other district-approved vehicles for transporting School Readiness children in care must comply with minimum vehicle requirements for health and safety, maintenance, and inspections pursuant to ss. 316.615 and 1006.22, F ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by July 7, 2025
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 05 - Transportation
- Official code
- 05-02
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The drivers personnel record did not include [ A valid Florida drivers license, An annual physical examination which grants medical approval to drive, Valid certificate(s) of course completion for first aid training and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) procedures]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, E (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the inspection, the Operator advised the Licensing Specialist that all Drivers information was not on site. The director was given until July 27, 2025, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, School-Age Child Care Facility Handbook: 2.5.2 Driver Requirements: The driver of any vehicle used by a school-age childcare program to provide transportation must have the following: A. A valid Florida drivers license. B. An annual physical examination which grants medical approval to drive, and valid certificate(s) of course completion for first aid training and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscita ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by July 27, 2025
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- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 06 - Driver's License, Physician Certification & First Aid/CPR Training
- Official code
- 06-02
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documentation of an annual vehicle inspection for a vehicle used to transport children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the inspection, the Operator advised the Licensing Specialist that the transportation files were not on site. The director was given until July 27,2025, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, School-Age Child Care Facility Handbook: 2.5.4: A: Vehicle Requirements A: For the purpose of this section, vehicles refer to those owned, operated or regularly used by the school-age childcare program, and vehicles that provide transportation through a contract or agreement with an outside entity. Parents/guardians personal vehicles used for transporting during field trips are excluded from meetin ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by July 27, 2025
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- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 07 - Vehicle Requirements
- Official code
- 07-04
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Facility served catered food but did not have a copy of caterers license or permit. CCF Handbook, Section 7, B.15. (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the inspection, the inspection the Operator was not able to provide the Licensing Specialist with a catering license or permit. The operator has been given a due date of 7/27/2025 to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, School-Age Child Care Facility Handbook: Section 7, B.15.: Record Keeping B.15.: Each of the records described in this section must be maintained at the program location and must be available during the hours of operation for review by the licensing authority: B. The following is a list of documentation that is required to be at the facility for review by the licensing au ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by July 27, 2025
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- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 27 - Catered Food and Food Provided by Outside Sources
- Official code
- 27-01
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 [ the use of fire extinguishers]. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.3 and 4.2.5 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Training [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the inspection, the Operator advised that there are 17 personnel. During the inspection, the Operator was not able to provide access to personnel files including Fire Extinguisher Training The operator has been given a due date of 7/27/2025 to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, School-Age Child Care Facility Handbook: Secti on 4.2.3 Fire Extinguisher Training: All childcare personnel shall be trained in the use and operation of a fire extinguisher, at each facility they are employed, within 30 days of date of hire. The facility must maintain documentation that all childcare personnel h ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by July 27, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-05
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documented proof that child care personnel participating in the transportation of children were trained on safe transportation practices prior to participating in transportation of children. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.6 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Training [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the inspection, the Operator was not able to provide access to personnel files for drivers. The operator has been given a due date of 7/27/2025 to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, School-Age Child Care Facility Handbook: 4.2.4 Transportation Training: All childcare personnel participating in the transportation of children must have training regarding guidance on safe transportation practices prior to participating in transportation of children. For childcare personnel to satisfy this requirement the training must be accomplished through Departments Transportation Safety course or the ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by July 27, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-06
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The facility did not have a written exposure plan regarding safety precautions for exposure to blood and potentially infectious fluids. CCF Handbook, Section 6 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the inspection, the Operator advised that there are 17 personnel. During the inspection, the Operator was not able to provide access to personnel files including exposure to blood and potentially infectious fluids training. The operator has been given a due date of 7/27/2025 to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, School-Age Child Care Facility Handbook: 6 Health Requirements: There are three common modes of transmission for the spread of microorganisms in childcare settings: contact, droplet, and airborne. Many common infections encountered in the childcare setting are transmitted by di ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by July 27, 2025
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 34 - Communicable Disease Control
- Official code
- 34-11
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- Documentation of pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation certification was not on file for child care personnel. CCF Handbook Section 4.2.4, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the inspection, the Operator advised that there are 17 personnel. During the inspection, the Operator was not able to provide access to personnel files including Documentation of pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation certification. The operator has been given a due date of 7/27/2025 to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, School-Age Child Care Facility Handbook: 4.2.2 A: First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR): A: Each school-age childcare program must have at least one childcare personnel with a current and valid certificate(s) of course completion for first aid training and ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by July 27, 2025
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 35 - CPR Requirements
- Official code
- 35-02
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- Documentation of first aid training was not on file for child care personnel. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the inspection, the Operator advised that there are 17 personnel. During the inspection, the Operator was not able to provide access to personnel files including Documentation of first aid training. The operator has been given a due date of 7/27/2025 to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, School-Age Child Care Facility Handbook: 4.2.2 A: First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR): A: Each school-age childcare program must have at least one childcare personnel with a current and valid certificate(s) of course completion for first aid training and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscit ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by July 27, 2025
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 36 - First Aid Requirements
- Official code
- 36-07
Higher concern: Medication
- Report finding
- A medication, [Adderall], brought to the center for administration, was not in its original container. CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that medication for a child in care was not in original container. This standard was brought back into compliance at the time of the inspection in that the medication was sent home with the child's parents. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, School-Age Child Care Facility Handbook: Section 6.5, C: Medication C: Prescription and non-prescription medication brought to the school-age childcare program by the custodial parent or legal guardian must be in the original container. Prescription medication must have a label stating the name and contact information of the physician and/ ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 39 - Medication
- Official code
- 39-04
Higher concern: Background screening
- 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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the inspection, the director advised that there are currently 17 employees. During the inspection, the Operator was not able to provide the Licensing Specialist with access to the personnel records due to the HR Department not being on site during the time of the inspection. REMINDER: In-service training for 2025/2026 fiscal year must be completed before June 30, 2026. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, School Readiness Program Health and Safety Standards Handbook Section: 4 Record Keeping: School Readiness providers must maintain documentation required in Rule 65C- 22.001(6), F.A.C., Child Care Facility Handbook (October 202 ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by July 27, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 43 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 43-01
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- A complete CF-FSP Form 5131, Background Screening and Personnel File Requirements, was not on file for all employees. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the inspection, the Operator advised that there are 17 personnel. During the inspection, the Operator was not able to provide access to personnel files including CF-FSP Form 5131. The operator has been given a due date of 7/27/2025 to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, School-Age Child Care Facility Handbook: Secti on 7.4.1 A: Background Screening Documents : A: Background screening documentation must be maintained for all childcare personnel as defined by Section 402.302(3), F.S., which includes household members if the facility is located in or adjacent to the home of the operator. B ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by July 27, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Background Screening Documents
- 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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the inspection, the Operator advised that there are 17 personnel. During the inspection, the Operator was not able to provide access to personnel files including Background Screening. The operator has been given a due date of 7/7/2025 to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, School-Age Child Care Facility Handbook: Secti on 7.4.1 A: Background Screening Documents : A: Background screening documentation must be maintained for all childcare personnel as defined by Section 402.302(3), F.S., which includes household members if the facility is located in or adjacent to the home of the operator ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by July 7, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 44-02
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- The Child Care Attestation of Good Moral Character was not completed at the time of initial screening or upon change in employers. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the inspection, the director advised that there are currently 17 employees. During the inspection, the Operator was not able to provide the Licensing Specialist with access to the personnel records including The Child Care Attestation of Good Moral Character form. The Operator has been given until 7/27/2025 to come into compliance with this inspection. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, School-Age Child Care Facility Handbook: Section 7.4.1 Background Screening Documents Background screening documentation must be maintained for all childcare personnel as defined by Section 402.302(3), F.S., which includes household members if ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by July 27, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 44-06
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]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed the facilities clearinghouse and 6 personnel at the facility that were not on the facilities roster. The Operator has been given until 7/27/2025 to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed 1 personnel that was not added to the providers Clearinghouse roster. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, School-Age Child Care Facility Handbook: Section 5.1, K: Initial Screening K: The employer/owner/operator must add childcare personnel to their Employee/Contractor Roster in the Clearinghouse within 10 days of when the individual ha ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by July 27, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 44-09
Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
- Report finding
- At least one of the two teachers required to maintain staff to child ratio for a group size of [27] for [2] did not possess an active credential as recognized by the department. (Sections 2.2.1 and 2.2.4 Group Size, Page 4) School Readiness [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the inspection, the Licensing specialist observed that the facility did not have enough credentialed staff. There was a class that had a ratio of 2 personnel and 27 children and one that had 2 personnel and 26 children. The Operator was not able to provide of any of the personnel having a staff credential. The Operator has been given until 7/27/2025 to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, School Readiness Program Health and Safety Standards Handbook Section: 2.2.1 F: Facility Group Size: F: For school-age children, group size may not exceed fifty (50) children in a single classroom. For ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by July 27, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 47 - Group Size (Form DEL-SR-6200A)
- Official code
- 47-02
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Child guidance
- Report finding
- The personnel record did not include a current Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements Form, signed annually. (Section 19.4, number 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time inspection licensing specialist observed that all 25 staff files had expired child abuse and neglect forms. A mass email with the form attached was sent out ot all staff. Be sure to have updated forms on file by due date. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 C Personnel Records C. CF-FSP Form 5337, Child Abuse & Neglect Reporting Requirements, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(l), F.A.C., must be signed on or before Child Care Facility Handbook Page | 62 hire date and annually thereafter by all child care personnel.
- Correction status
- Due by April 26, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 40 - Personnel Records (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 19.4 Record Keeping/Personnel Records, Page 48)
- Official code
- 40-04
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- Documentation of Level 2 screening clearance from DCF was either incomplete or missing for the operator, program personnel, volunteers or substitutes. (Section 19.5, number 1) Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection licensing specialists observed that a missing background check for one staff member. Staff member was not alone with a group of children and she was immediately sent home and a background screening was scheduled bringing this back into compliance at the time of inspection. TA A copy of all background screening clearance documents for the director, owner, and personnel must be provided to the inspection authority to be included in the official inspection file.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Background Screening Documents (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 19.5 Record Keeping/Background Screening, Page 49)
- Official code
- 41-02
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 explain the current process for keeping the employee roster and background screening records up to date?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records show recent instances where the facility's personnel roster and background screening documentation were not fully current. Asking about the current process helps parents understand how the center manages these important administrative requirements for all staff.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps are taken to ensure that all hazardous materials and cleaning supplies are stored securely and out of reach of children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from March 2026 noted that some items like cleaning supplies and other materials were accessible in areas where children were present. This question allows the director to explain the current storage practices for these items.
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Finding-specific
What is the center's routine for checking that all transportation logs are correctly completed and that vehicle safety equipment is in good working order?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records indicate repeated concerns regarding transportation logs and vehicle safety equipment, such as alarms and seat belts. Asking about the current routine provides insight into how the center ensures safety during transportation.
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Finding-specific
How does the center verify that all staff members have completed their required training, such as fire extinguisher operation and preservice requirements?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- The available inspection records show multiple instances across different reports where documentation of required staff training was missing. This question helps parents understand how the center tracks and verifies that all employees have completed their necessary training.
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General question
How do you communicate with families about daily routines and any changes in classroom staffing or supervision?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Clear communication about daily operations and staffing helps parents feel informed and confident in the care their children receive. Understanding how the center shares this information is a helpful part of the enrollment process.