Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 2.08
- Local median
- 1.29
Cora Donaldson FCCH
1117 SW Avenue J, Belle Glade, FL 33430
- License:
- F15PB0304
- Type:
- Family Day Care Home
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 11, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, After School, Before School, Food Served, Full Day, Infant Care, Night Care, Weekend Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 6:00AM to 6:00PM; 7:00PM to 12:00AM; Sat: 6:00AM to 6:00PM; 7:00PM to 12:00PM; Sun: 6:00AM to 6:00PM; 7:00PM to 12:00AM
- Capacity:
- 6
- License expiration:
- February 28, 2027
Typical cost: Not available for Palm Beach County.
Inspection snapshot
Questions worth asking
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Latest inspectionJanuary 28, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsJanuary 28, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 13 available inspections for Cora Donaldson FCCH from January 24, 2023 through January 28, 2026.
Five inspections recorded violations, with 27 recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on January 22, 2026 and involved equipment or readiness, with a due date of February 3, 2026.
Child guidance was a higher-concern topic that showed up in two 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
- 27
- Higher-concern violations
- 4
- Repeated topics
- 3
3 in last 12 months
6 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
13 total inspections vs 13 local median in 33430
Compared to 13 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 15%
- Local median
- 14%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 38%
- Local median
- 40%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 3
- Local average
- 2.15
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Health or food records
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 4 recorded violations.
February 6, 2025August 5, 2025January 22, 2026Equipment or readiness
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
January 17, 2024January 22, 2026Recordkeeping
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
February 6, 2025January 22, 2026Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
No recorded violations in this report
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. (Section 11.3, number 5) General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, observed 2 children's books and a wooden block under the diaper changing mat. The Operator removed the items at the time of the inspection. T.A Items unrelated to diapering may not be stored on the diapering changing table due to unsanitary issues.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 09 - Diaper Changing Area (Article VIII.H) (Article VIII.H) (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 11 Health and Sanitation, Page 23-24)
- Official code
- 09-08
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The following areas of the home were in disrepair: [wall in living room]. (Section 10) Physical Facility [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, observed a broken outlet on the base of the located in the living room ( adjacent to the front door). The outlet was not capped and presented sharp/ jagged edges. T.A - All areas of the home must be in good repair at all times.
- Correction status
- Due by February 3, 2026
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 15 - Physical Facility in Good Repair (Article VIII.H) (Article VIII.H) (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 10 Equipment and Furnishings, Pages 21-22)
- Official code
- 15-02
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The operator failed to maintain a written record of monthly fire drills. There was no record that a fire drill had been conducted for the month(s) of [licensure year]. (Section 13.2, number 2) Safety/Health [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, a record of monthly fire drills for February 2025 - November 2025 were not available for review. A fire drill was conducted with the DOH present. 1 adult: 4 children 1 minute to clear. T.A - Fire drills must be documented for the licensure year and be available for review.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SAFETY, HEALTH AND SANITATION - 35 - Fire Safety and Emergency Planning (Article VIII. A and J; 65C-20.010) (Article VIII. A and J; 65C-20.010) (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 13 Fire Safety and Emergency Preparedness and Response, Pages 26-28)
- Official code
- 35-05
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The operator did not have complete enrollment information on file for the child(ren) in care. (Section 18.2, numbers 6 and 7) Children Records [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection observed 7 enrollment forms incomplete. B. H.- enrollment date -9/10/2025 J. S - 9/12/2025 J.O - 9/12/2025 E. A - 9/10/2025 L.L - 9/1/2025 N D - 9/13/2025 N D- 9/13/2025 T.A.- Upon enrollment all enrollment forms must be completed in its entirety. See supplement for names.
- Correction status
- Due by February 26, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PERSONNEL - 51 - Childrens Records and Enrollment (Article XV.A and B) (Article XV.A and B) (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 18.2 Record Keeping/Childrens Files, Pages 36-38)
- Official code
- 51-02
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Parents were not provided information detailing the causes, symptoms, and transmission of the influenza virus annually during the months of August through September. (Section 18.2, number 9) Children Records [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, a current influenza brochure was not available for D.J- date of enrollment - 7/18/2025 T.A.- Influenza brochures must be provided to parents every August or September to be signed and dated.
- Correction status
- Due by February 26, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PERSONNEL - 51 - Childrens Records and Enrollment (Article XV.A and B) (Article XV.A and B) (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 18.2 Record Keeping/Childrens Files, Pages 36-38)
- Official code
- 51-09
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The operator did not have Form 3040 Student Health Examination on file for each child enrolled. (Section 18.2, number 1) Children Records [SR]
- Report comments
- Child JS had no shot record on file TA: All children must have current immunization records The issue was resolved at the time of inspection as the child was picked up from care and will not be readmitted without the shot record
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PERSONNEL - 52 - Physical Examination and Immunization (Article XV.A) (Article XV.A) (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 18.2 Record Keeping/Childrens Files, Pages 36-38)
- Official code
- 52-01
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- There was no statement of a current tuberculosis risk assessment for a household/family member older than 12 years of age.
- Report comments
- Current TB risk assessment not available for household member T.H.
- Correction status
- Due by February 21, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PERSONNEL - 48 - Physical and TB Certifications (Article VI.C) (Article VI.C)
- Official code
- 48-03
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The operator did not have any enrollment information on file for the child(ren) in care. (Section 18.2, numbers 6 and 7) Children Records [SR]
- Report comments
- Enrollment form not available for C.B. Per Operator the child was enrolled approximately 8 months ago. Please be advised that enrollment forms are required for all children.
- Correction status
- Due by February 17, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PERSONNEL - 51 - Childrens Records and Enrollment (Article XV.A and B) (Article XV.A and B) (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 18.2 Record Keeping/Childrens Files, Pages 36-38)
- Official code
- 51-01
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The operator did not have complete enrollment information on file for the child(ren) in care. (Section 18.2, numbers 6 and 7) Children Records [SR]
- Report comments
- - Parent's signature and date missing from page 1 of the enrollment form for O.J - Parent's home address, phone number, employment address, phone number, child's physician and hours of care missing from application for D.J. Please be advised that the enrollment forms must be completed in its entirety.
- Correction status
- Due by February 21, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PERSONNEL - 51 - Childrens Records and Enrollment (Article XV.A and B) (Article XV.A and B) (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 18.2 Record Keeping/Childrens Files, Pages 36-38)
- Official code
- 51-02
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Parents were not provided information detailing the causes, symptoms, and transmission of the influenza virus annually during the months of August through September. (Section 18.2, number 9) Children Records [SR]
- Report comments
- Influenza brochure not available for D.J and C.B. Please be advised that influenza brochures must be provided to parents August or September annually.
- Correction status
- Due by February 21, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PERSONNEL - 51 - Childrens Records and Enrollment (Article XV.A and B) (Article XV.A and B) (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 18.2 Record Keeping/Childrens Files, Pages 36-38)
- Official code
- 51-09
Higher concern: Child guidance
- Report finding
- The custodial parents or legal guardians were not provided written notification of the homes expulsion policy. (Section 8, number 3) Children Records [SR]
- Report comments
- Expulsion policy not available for review for D.J. and T.C. Please be advised that an expulsion policy must be provided to parents at the time of enrollment. Owner/Director/Staff Responsible Comments N/A Counselor Comments FDOH Inspection Results: Unsatisfactory School Readiness Inspection Results: Unsatisfactory Reinspection Date: 2/17/2025 & 2/21/2025 ____________________________________________ Inspected by: Vanessa Sankar-Ramsahai 02/06/2025 ____________________________________________ Received by: Cora Donaldson 02/06/2025
- Correction status
- Due by February 21, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PERSONNEL - 53 - Discipline Policy and Daily Program (Article XII.A - F) (Article XII.A - F) (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 8 Child Discipline, Pages 16-17)
- Official code
- 53-09
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The ground cover or other protective surface under the [play dome and riding horse.] was not maintained. (Section 9.8, number 2) Safety/Health [SR]
- Report comments
- Resilient surfacing was not maintained under the climbing done and riding horses. Mulch measured approximately 3 inches. Please be advised that a minimum of 6 inches of resilient surfacing is required. The Outdoor playground hand book was emailed to the provider. There are two monkey bars ( red and blue) present on the out door play area which are not in use. Per the provider the monkey bars are not in use due to an inappropriate height/size for young children. The provider also stated that the bars are difficult to remove because they are cemented into the ground.
- Correction status
- Due by February 1, 2024
More details
- Report section
- SAFETY, HEALTH AND SANITATION - 31 - Play Equipment (Article VIII.G) (Article VIII.G) (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 9 Physical Environment, Pages 17-21 and Section 10 Equipment and Furnishings, Pages 21-22)
- Official code
- 31-15
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The home did not provide protective covers for all electrical outlets within the children's reach.
- Inspector notes
- Observed 2 uncovered electrical outlets in the children's restroom. The provider covered the outlets at the time of inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 19 - Lighting and Electrical (Article VIII.A) (Article VIII.A) (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 9 Physical Environment, Pages 17-21 and Section 13.1 Fire Safety, Page 27)
- Official code
- 19-01
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. (Section 9.8, number 2) Physical Facility [SR]
- Report comments
- The base of the fence on the North side of the out door play area was not at ground level as evidenced by a 6 inch gap,
- Correction status
- Due by February 3, 2023
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 21 - Fenced Areas (Article VIII.C) (Article VIII.C) (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 9 Physical Environment, Pages 17-21 and Section 10 Equipment and Furnishings, Pages 21-22)
- Official code
- 21-04
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- Toys, equipment and/or furnishings were not safe and pose a threat to the health, safety, or well-being of the children in care. (Section 10.1, number 2 and Section 10.2, numbers 2 and 4) Safety/Health [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Observed peeling paint on a blue riding horse toy. Observed peeling paint and sharp edges on the climbing dome on the outdoor play area.
- Correction status
- Due by February 3, 2023
More details
- Report section
- SAFETY, HEALTH AND SANITATION - 31 - Play Equipment (Article VIII.G) (Article VIII.G) (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 9 Physical Environment, Pages 17-21 and Section 10 Equipment and Furnishings, Pages 21-22)
- Official code
- 31-13
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The operator did not conduct a fire drill for the month(s) of [11/2022]. (Section 13.2, number 1) Safety/Health [SR]
- Report comments
- A fire drill was not conducted for 11/2022. A fire drill was conducted in the presence of the DOH. 1 adult: 5 children 47 minutes to clear.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SAFETY, HEALTH AND SANITATION - 35 - Fire Safety and Emergency Planning (Article VIII. A and J; 65C-20.010) (Article VIII. A and J; 65C-20.010) (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 13 Fire Safety and Emergency Preparedness and Response, Pages 26-28)
- Official code
- 35-01
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The home did not have an operable smoke detector. (Section 13.1, number 2) Safety/Health [SR]
- Report comments
- No operable smoke detectors present in the home.
- Correction status
- Due by February 3, 2023
More details
- Report section
- SAFETY, HEALTH AND SANITATION - 35 - Fire Safety and Emergency Planning (Article VIII. A and J; 65C-20.010) (Article VIII. A and J; 65C-20.010) (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 13 Fire Safety and Emergency Preparedness and Response, Pages 26-28)
- Official code
- 35-13
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- There was no verification of level 2 clearance for a household member. (Section 18.4; Section 2.1, number 2; Section 2.2, number 1) Background Screening [SR]
- Report comments
- Level 2 Clearance not available for household member TH HOUSEHOLD/SUB RECORD
- Correction status
- Due by February 3, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PERSONNEL - 47 - Background Screening (Article VII.B) (Article VII.B) (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 18.4 Background Screening, Pages 38-39)
- Official code
- 47-09
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- There was no statement of a current tuberculosis risk assessment for the substitute.
- Report comments
- Current TB Risk assessment - ZC
- Correction status
- Due by February 3, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PERSONNEL - 48 - Physical and TB Certifications (Article VI.C) (Article VI.C)
- Official code
- 48-02
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Documentation of in-service training for the operator was not recorded on Form OEL-SR-6207, In-service Training Record School Readiness Program, or on CF-FSP Form 5268, Child Care In-Service Training Record for providers licensed and/or regulated by DCF. (Section 17.6, numbers 5 and 6) Household/Sub Record [SR]
- Report comments
- 10 hours annual in service for the fiscal year July 1, 2021- June 30, 2022 not documented for ZC and CD. CHILDREN RECORDS
- Correction status
- Due by February 3, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PERSONNEL - 50 - Training Requirements (Article VI.B) (Article VI.B) (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 12.4 First Aid and Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation, Page 25-26 and Section 17 Training Requirements, Pages 32-35)
- Official code
- 50-15
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The operator did not have any enrollment information on file for the child(ren) in care. (Section 18.2, numbers 6 and 7) Children Records [SR]
- Report comments
- Enrollment information not available for PB , CB., ET, GS
- Correction status
- Due by February 3, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PERSONNEL - 51 - Childrens Records and Enrollment (Article XV.A and B) (Article XV.A and B) (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 18.2 Record Keeping/Childrens Files, Pages 36-38)
- Official code
- 51-01
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The operator did not have complete enrollment information on file for the child(ren) in care. (Section 18.2, numbers 6 and 7) Children Records [SR]
- Report comments
- Incomplete enrollment for BW. Child's physician and phone number missing.
- Correction status
- Due by February 3, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PERSONNEL - 51 - Childrens Records and Enrollment (Article XV.A and B) (Article XV.A and B) (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 18.2 Record Keeping/Childrens Files, Pages 36-38)
- Official code
- 51-02
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The operator did not have written parental permission for emergency health care or treatment on file for the child(ren) in care.
- Report comments
- Emergency authorization not available for CB, PB, ET, GS
- Correction status
- Due by February 3, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PERSONNEL - 51 - Childrens Records and Enrollment (Article XV.A and B) (Article XV.A and B) (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 18.2 Record Keeping/Childrens Files, Pages 36-38)
- Official code
- 51-03
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The operator did not have a written agreement signed by the parent and operator for children whose parents furnish meals and snacks.
- Report comments
- Alternate nutrition plan not avialble for CB, PB. ET, GS
- Correction status
- Due by March 3, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PERSONNEL - 51 - Childrens Records and Enrollment (Article XV.A and B) (Article XV.A and B) (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 18.2 Record Keeping/Childrens Files, Pages 36-38)
- Official code
- 51-06
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Parents were not provided information detailing the causes, symptoms, and transmission of the influenza virus annually during the months of August through September. (Section 18.2, number 9) Children Records [SR]
- Report comments
- Current influenza brochure not available for CB, CB, PB, TC, ET, GS
- Correction status
- Due by February 3, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PERSONNEL - 51 - Childrens Records and Enrollment (Article XV.A and B) (Article XV.A and B) (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 18.2 Record Keeping/Childrens Files, Pages 36-38)
- Official code
- 51-09
Higher concern: Child guidance
- Report finding
- The operator did not have parents sign a statement that they had received information regarding the specific types of discipline used for each age group. (Section 8, number 3) Children Records [SR]
- Report comments
- Signed Discipline Policy not availbe for CB, PB, ET, GS
- Correction status
- Due by February 3, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PERSONNEL - 53 - Discipline Policy and Daily Program (Article XII.A - F) (Article XII.A - F) (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 8 Child Discipline, Pages 16-17)
- Official code
- 53-02
Higher concern: Child guidance
- Report finding
- The custodial parents or legal guardians were not provided written notification of the homes expulsion policy. (Section 8, number 3) Children Records [SR]
- Report comments
- Expulsion Policy not available for CB,PB, ET, GS, BW. Owner/Director/Staff Responsible Comments N/A Counselor Comments FDOH INSPECTION RESULTS: UNSATISFACTORY SCHOOL READINESS INSPECTION RESULTS: UNSATISFACTORY REINSPECTION DATE: 02/04/2023 ____________________________________________ Inspected by: Vanessa Sankar-Ramsahai 01/24/2023 ____________________________________________ Received by: Cora Donaldson 01/24/2023
- Correction status
- Due by February 3, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PERSONNEL - 53 - Discipline Policy and Daily Program (Article XII.A - F) (Article XII.A - F) (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 8 Child Discipline, Pages 16-17)
- Official code
- 53-09
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 explain the process for ensuring all families receive and understand the center's expulsion policy upon enrollment?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from February 2025 noted that the expulsion policy was not provided to some families at the time of enrollment. Asking about this helps clarify how the center ensures all parents receive required policy documentation.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you maintain your records for monthly fire drills to ensure they are always available for review?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an inspection in January 2026 show that a written record of monthly fire drills was not available at that time. This question helps parents understand how the center tracks and documents its emergency preparedness activities.
- Context
- The provider conducted a fire drill with the Department of Health present during the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your current process for checking the facility to ensure all areas, such as electrical outlets or fixtures, remain in good repair?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from January 2026 noted an area in the living room that required repair. This question helps parents understand the center's routine for identifying and addressing maintenance needs.
- Context
- The correction for this finding was due by February 3, 2026.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you manage the storage of items in the diaper changing area to ensure it remains clean and organized?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from January 2026 indicate that items unrelated to diapering were found in the changing area. This question helps parents understand the center's practices for maintaining sanitary standards in diapering spaces.
- Context
- The items were removed at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps do you take to ensure that all required health and immunization records for children are complete and up-to-date?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records from August 2025 show that a student health examination form was missing for a child. This question helps parents understand how the center monitors and collects necessary health documentation for all enrolled children.
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