Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.69
- Local median
- 0.13
Gutierrez Family Day Care Home
2952 S US Highway 17, Crescent City, FL 32112
- License:
- F07PU0041
- Type:
- Family Day Care Home
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 14, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, After School, Before School, Food Served, Full Day
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 6:00AM to 8:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 10
- License expiration:
- October 30, 2026
Typical cost: $693 (Under 1)
Child’s age
$693/mo
Median daily rate: $32.00 (non-Gold Seal only)
Official Florida Division of Early Learning Putnam 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 inspectionApril 29, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsApril 29, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 13 available inspections for Gutierrez Family Day Care Home from March 27, 2023 through April 29, 2026.
Six inspections recorded violations, with nine recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on April 7, 2026 and involved background screening, with a due date of April 24, 2026.
That higher-concern topic 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
- 13
- Recorded violations
- 9
- Higher-concern violations
- 3
- Repeated topics
- 2
3 in last 12 months
1 in last 12 months
1 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
13 total inspections vs 8 local median in Putnam County
Compared to 12 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 23%
- Local median
- 6%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 46%
- Local median
- 13%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 2
- Local average
- 0.17
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Staff training
Appeared across 4 inspections, with 4 recorded violations.
September 22, 2023April 8, 2024May 3, 2024September 25, 2024Background screening
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
September 25, 2024April 7, 2026Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- Background screening was not completed every five years after the initial screening. 402.313(3), F.S. Staffing Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- In reviewing staff files and members licensing specialist observed the owner and a household member had expired Background screenings. This is due to be completed by 4/24/2026. 4.2 Re-Screening A screening conducted under this rule is valid for five years, at which time a re-screen must be conducted in the same manner as the initial screening. A. The five-year re-screen is required for the operator, household members, substitutes, and volunteers. B. The five-year re-screen must include, at a minimum, a criminal records check (both national and statewide), a sexual predator and sexual offender registry search, and child abuse and neglect history of any state in which an indivi ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 24, 2026
More details
- Report section
- STAFFING REQUIREMENTS - 06 - Background Screening Requirements
- Official code
- 06-06
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- Required background screening was missing for [ a substitute]. 402.313(3) F.S. and FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 4.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Staffing Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- In reviewing substitute's file, the background screening documentation was missing a physical copy for auditing purposes. Although counselor reviewed to make sure it was valid, specialist advised provider that documentation needs to be in the substitutes file at all times. A copy is due in the file by 10/17/2024. 4.1 Initial Screening Operators, household members (adults and children 12 to 17 years of age), substitutes, volunteers and Large Family Child Care Home employees must have a level 2 background screening clearance from the Department prior to obtaining a license, residing in the home, employment, or volunteering unsupervised with children. The employer/owner/operator ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by October 17, 2024
More details
- Report section
- STAFFING REQUIREMENTS - 06 - Background Screening Requirements
- Official code
- 06-01
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The 10 hours of annual in-service training had not been completed by the operator for the operators 12 month licensing period. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 5.6.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Staffing Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- Specialist found that substitutes yearly required training (10 hours) was not complete. This is due by 10/17/2024. Required courses are listed on Pg 24-25 of Family Home Daycare Handbook. 5.6 Annual In-Service Training 5.6.1 Operator In-Service Training All operators must complete a minimum of 10-clock-hours or one CEU of in-service training concentrating on children ages birth through 12 years annually during the 12-month licensing period. The annual 10-clock-hours or one CEU of in-service training must be completed.
- Correction status
- Due by October 17, 2024
More details
- Report section
- STAFFING REQUIREMENTS - 07 - Staff Training
- Official code
- 07-07
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The operator or substitutes First Aid or CPR certification was no longer current.FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 5.1.1, C
- Report comments
- Operator has not completed CPR/First Aid which was due to be completed by 4/22/2024. The operator will have this done by 5/20/2024. 5 Staff Training 5.1 Training Required Prior to Licensure/Caring for Children C. Have certificate(s) of course completion for pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) procedures and first aid training, which must be current and valid at all times. Certificates of course completion are valid based on the time frames established by each first aid and CPR training program, not to exceed three years. CPR courses must include an on-site instructor-based skills assessment that shall be documented by the certified CPR instructor. Documentation of c ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by May 20, 2024
More details
- Report section
- STAFFING REQUIREMENTS - 07 - Staff Training
- Official code
- 07-10
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The operator or substitutes First Aid or CPR certification was no longer current.FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 5.1.1, C
- Report comments
- In reviewing staff files counselor found that the substitute teacher had an expired CPR. Provider will have her substitute complete training by 4/22/2024. 5 Staff Training 5.1 Training Required Prior to Licensure/Caring for Children 5.1.1 Operators and Substitutes Prior to licensure and prior to caring for children, all home operators, substitutes for the operator, and substitutes working more than 40 hours per month on average over a 6-month period must: C. Have certificate(s) of course completion for pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) procedures and first aid training, which must be current and valid at all times. Certificates of course completion are valid based ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 22, 2024
More details
- Report section
- STAFFING REQUIREMENTS - 07 - Staff Training
- Official code
- 07-10
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The 10 hours of annual in-service training had not been completed by the operator for the operators 12 month licensing period. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 5.6.1 (Section 17.6, number 1) Staffing Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- In reviewing substitute trainings, counselor observed that the 10 hours of in-service required by School Readiness had not been completed for the substitute. This is due to be completed by 10/13/2023. 17.6 Annual In-Service Training 1. Upon successful completion of pre-service training requirements, all program personnel, volunteers and substitutes must complete a minimum of ten (10) clock-hours or one (1) CEU of in-service training annually during the programs corresponding DCF licensure or registration year.
- Correction status
- Due by October 13, 2023
More details
- Report section
- STAFFING REQUIREMENTS - 07 - Staff Training
- Official code
- 07-07
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- The operator, substitute and/or volunteer did not have a CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form signed annually. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 4.3, H Staffing Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- In reviewing staff files counselor found that the operator and substitute did not have abuse and neglect forms signed in their file. This is due to be completed by 4/7/2023. 4.3 Background Screening Documents H. The operator, substitute, employee and/or volunteer must complete a CF-FSP 5337, Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements, incorporated by reference in 65C22.001(7)(l), F.A.C., signed prior to initial licensure and annually thereafter.
- Correction status
- Due by April 7, 2023
More details
- Report section
- STAFFING REQUIREMENTS - 06 - Background Screening Requirements
- Official code
- 06-07
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The ground cover or other protective surface under the [slides] was not maintained. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.6, K Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Counselor observed that the playground did not have enough mulch particularly under slides. This is due to be completed by 4/7/2023. 7.6 Outdoor Time, Fencing and Play Area Requirements K. Permanent or stationary playground equipment must have a ground cover or other protective surface under the equipment that provides resilience and is maintained to reduce the incidence of injuries to children in the event of falls. Equipment used for climbing must not be placed over, or immediately next to hard surfaces not intended for use as surfacing for climbing equipment. All permanent/anchored playground equipment must be placed over a shock absorbing material that is either the unita ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 7, 2023
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 14 - Outdoor Time, Fencing and Play Area Requirements
- Official code
- 14-17
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Meal and snack menus were not maintained for 12 months. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.14, D
- Correction / follow-up note
- In reviewing meal menus counselor found that the menus were not being dated. Provider dated at time of inspection and this counselor advised provider that menus need to be dated and maintained. 7.14 Food and Nutrition D. Daily meal and snack menus shall be maintained for a minimum of 12 months for licensing purposes. Operators who participate in the USDA Food Program shall provide nutritious meals and snacks and must keep menus in accordance with the Department of Health and the USDA requirements.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 20 - Nutritious Meals and Snacks Provided
- Official code
- 20-09
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
Could you walk me through your process for tracking and renewing background screenings for everyone in the home?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an April 2026 inspection indicate that some background screenings had expired. Asking about the current process helps clarify how the provider ensures all required screenings remain up to date.
- Context
- A later clean inspection was recorded on April 29, 2026.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you ensure that all required staff training and certifications, such as CPR, are kept current and documented?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records show multiple instances between 2023 and 2024 where training or certification documentation was found to be incomplete or expired. This question helps understand the current system for maintaining these important records.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your routine for checking playground equipment to ensure it remains safe and well-maintained for the children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from 2023 noted a concern regarding the maintenance of protective surfacing under playground equipment. This question allows the provider to explain their current maintenance schedule.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you manage your daily meal and snack records to ensure they are consistently documented and available for review?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from a 2023 inspection mention that meal and snack menus were not being dated as required. Asking about this helps confirm that current documentation practices meet standards.
- Context
- The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
General question
What is your approach to communicating with parents about daily activities and any changes in the home's routine?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Clear communication helps families feel connected to their child's day and ensures everyone is aligned on daily operations. This question helps parents understand how the provider keeps families informed.