A family day care home may provide care for a maximum of: 4 children from birth to 12 months of age. 3 children from birth to 12 months of age, and other children, for a maximum total of six children. 6 preschool children if all are older than 12 months of age. 10 children if no more than 5 are preschool age and, of those 5, no more than 2 are under 12 months of age. There were [7] children observed in care and their ages were [2 infants, two age 1, two age 2, one age 3.]. 402.302(8), F.S., FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 2.2.1 Licensed Family [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
Ratios:1-7 (2 infants, two age 1, two age 2, one age 3) During the inspection, this has been resolved. One age 1 child was picked up around 10:40 AM by the father. One age 2 child was picked up by the father around 10:00 AM During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided Technical Assistance (TA) per FDCH Handbook: "2.2 Licensed Capacity 2.2.1 Family Day Care Home A family day care home may provide care for one of the following groups of children, which shall include household children under 13 years of age: A. A maximum of four children from birth to 12 months of age. B. A maximum of three children from birth to 12 months of age, and other children, for a maximum to ... [truncated]
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Completed at time of inspection
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LICENSED FAMILY - 01 - Licensed Capacity/ Ratio
Official code
01-01
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
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Indoor play areas were not in good repair. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.5, B Health Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist checked and confirmed that the peeling blue child sofa had been removed from the child care room. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist checked and confirmed that the broken wet wipe container had been removed from the child care room and replaced by a new one. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that the two bolt caps had been placed on the toilet but were not properly installed. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided Technical Assistance (TA) per FDCH Handbook: "7.5 Indoor Play Area B. All areas of the home including the play areas shall be in good repair, clean and free from li ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by February 6, 2026
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 13 - Indoor Play Areas
Official code
13-02
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
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Daily attendance was not maintained to account for all children in care. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.4, A and B Children's Records [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
During the inspection, the Operator failed to provide the Licensing Specialist with the daily attendance sheet since January 1st, 2026. The Operator advised the Licensing Specialist that she forgot to print out the daily attendance sheet until yesterday, January 5th,2026. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided TA per FDCH Handbook: "8.4 Daily Attendance A. Daily attendance of children must be taken and recorded by child care personnel, documenting the time when each child enters and departs the home. B. The custodial parent or guardian may document the time when his/her child enters and departs the family day care home. However, the operator is responsible f ... [truncated]
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Due by February 6, 2026
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 33 - Enrollment Information/Daily Attendance
The operator did not have documentation of current vaccination records for the pet observed.Vaccinations are available for this type of animal. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
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During the inspection, the Operator advised that there is one dog on the premises. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist checked the documentation of the dogs vaccinations and found the vaccination record had been expired on 07-06-2024. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided Technical Assistance (TA) per FDCH Handbook: "7.1 Animal Vaccinations Animals, pets or fowl must be properly vaccinated, if vaccinations are available for the type of animal, pet or fowl; and be free from disease. Animals that are poisonous, aggressive, venomous, or pose a potential threat of harm to children in care are prohibited. Custodial parents or legal guardian must be i ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by January 22, 2026
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 09 - Animal Vaccinations
Official code
09-01
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
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Indoor play areas were not in good repair. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.5, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that the surface of the blue child sofa was peeling. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed two toilet bolt caps were missing from the toilet in children's restroom. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed a broken diaper-changing wipe container, with the cap temporarily secured using tape. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided TA per FDCH Handbook: "7.5 Indoor Play Areas B. All areas of the home including the play areas shall be in good repair, clean and free from litter, nails, glass, and other hazards."
Correction status
Due by January 22, 2026
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 13 - Indoor Play Areas
Official code
13-02
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
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Outdoor play areas in the home were not free from litter, nails, glass, and other hazards. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.6, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed unknown black substances on the surface of a pink ball. During the inspection, this has been solved. The Operator discarded the pink ball into the trash can. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed unknown black substances on the seats cover for two jumper bouncers on the outdoor play area. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided TA per FDCH Handbook: "7.6 Outdoor Time, Fencing and Play Area Requirements "A. Outdoor Play areas shall be clean, in good repair and free from litter, nails, glass, and other hazards."
Correction status
Due by January 22, 2026
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 14 - Outdoor Time, Fencing and Play Area Requirements
Official code
14-01
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
Outdoor play areas were not in good repair. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.6, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed two broken fence panels and several protruding nails on the wooden fence in the outdoor playground. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided TA Per FDCH Handbook: "7.6 Outdoor Time, Fencing and Play Area Requirements A. Outdoor Play areas shall be clean, in good repair and free from litter, nails, glass, and other hazards."
Correction status
Due by January 22, 2026
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 14 - Outdoor Time, Fencing and Play Area Requirements
Official code
14-02
Medium concern: Facility condition
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Toys, equipment and/or furnishings were not maintained in a sanitary condition and not cleaned and sanitized or disinfected immediately following exposure to bodily fluids. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.10, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed debris and stains on the surface of the two white iron baby cribs. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed accumulated dust and debris on the wall-mounted shelves, on the top surface of the grey container beneath the printer, and on the shelves of the diaper-changing station. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed unknown black stains on the surface of toys in the child care room. The Licensing Specialist showed to the Operator that the stains could be removed using wet wipes. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided TA per FDCH Handbook: "7.10 Toys, Furnishings, Equipm ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by January 22, 2026
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 18 - Toys, Furnishings, Equipment and Plumbing
Official code
18-06
Medium concern: Health or food records
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The homes refrigerator and/or freezer does not have an appropriate thermometer. FDCH/ LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.13, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
During the inspection, the Operator advised that she is a Food Program participant providing meals and snacks to the children that are in care. During the inspection, the Operator informed the Licensing Specialist that she has three refrigerators in her home. A small black refrigerator without a freezer is used to store food for the children in care only. She also has one refrigerator in the kitchen and another in the laundry room. The Operator advised the Licensing Specialist that food provided to the children in care is also stored in the kitchen refrigerator. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that the thermometer in the kitchen refrigerator was not f ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by January 22, 2026
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 20 - Nutritious Meals and Snacks Provided
Official code
20-11
Medium concern: Facility condition
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The diaper changing surface was not cleaned and sanitized or disinfected after each use. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.18 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed unknown black substances on the top surface of the diaper-changing pad. The Operator advised the Licensing Specialist that the substances were coming from the children's hair. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist also observed dust and debris along the side of the diaper-changing pad and underneath it. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided TA per FDCH Handbook: "7.18 Diapering Area Cleanliness/Sanitization When children in diapers are in care, there shall be a diaper changing area with an impermeable surface that is cleaned and sanitized or disinfected after each use."
Correction status
Due by January 22, 2026
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 23 - Diapering Area Clean and Sanitized
Official code
23-02
Medium concern: Facility condition
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Items unrelated to diaper changing were stored in the diaper changing area or placed on the diaper changing table. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.18, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed one remote controller and one marker were placed on the diaper changing station. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided TA per FDCH Handbook: "7.18 Diapering Area Cleanliness/Sanitization B. 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
Due by January 22, 2026
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 23 - Diapering Area Clean and Sanitized
Official code
23-04
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
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The written record of fire drills was missing the following: [ date & time of the drill, number of children in attendance, evacuation route used, time taken to evacuate the home]. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.21, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that specific dates were missing from the fire drill log for the entire year of 2025. The Licensing Specialist also observed that, beginning in September, the fire drill records only documented the number of adults participating. The Operator advised the Licensing Specialist that since September, she had been conducting the fire drills alone, with no children participating. In addition, the Licensing Specialist observed that the evacuation route used and the time taken to evacuate the home had not been recorded on the fire drill logs since September. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided TA per FDCH H ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by January 22, 2026
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 27 - Fire Drills/Emergency Preparedness
Toxic Substances and/or Hazardous materials including cleaning supplies, flammable products, and poisonous items were accessible to children in care. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.2 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
During the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed alcohol wipes along with Tylenol and other medication in an unlocked drawer on the computer desk and in the bathroom which was accessible to the children. Provider advised that the medication belonged to her. Licensing Specialist observed provider remove all medication and place it out of reach of children. This standard was brought back into compliance during the time of inspection. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, section 7.2 Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Poisonous Items A. All areas and surfaces accessible to children shall be free from toxic substances and hazardous materials/equipment/tools, including power too ... [truncated]
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 10 - Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Hazardous
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 your current process for maintaining accurate daily attendance records for all children in your care?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from an inspection in January 2026 indicate that daily attendance records were not fully maintained at that time. Asking about the current process helps clarify how the center ensures all children are accounted for daily.
Context
The provider was required to address this record-keeping practice following the January 2026 inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you manage your daily schedule to ensure you always remain within the required staff-to-child ratios, especially during drop-off and pick-up times?
Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from January 2026 noted a finding regarding the number of children in care relative to the licensed capacity. This question allows you to understand how the provider monitors and maintains appropriate ratios throughout the day.
Context
This matter was noted as resolved at the time of the January 2026 inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps do you take to ensure that any pets on the premises are kept up to date with their required vaccinations?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records show that documentation for pet vaccinations was missing or expired during a past visit. Asking about this helps you understand the current procedures for keeping health records for animals in the home.
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Finding-specific
Could you describe your routine for inspecting play areas and equipment to ensure everything remains in good repair and free from potential hazards?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Official inspection reports from late 2025 and early 2026 identified multiple instances where indoor and outdoor play areas needed maintenance. This question helps you learn how the provider proactively checks the environment for safety and repair needs.
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General question
What is your approach to communicating with parents about daily activities and any changes to your facility's routines?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Understanding how a provider shares information helps you feel more connected to your child's day and ensures you are informed about how the center operates. Consistent communication is a key part of a strong partnership between families and childcare providers.