Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 1.3
- Local median
- 0.82
Day & Night Childcare Service
5764 Aruba Way, West Palm Beach, FL 33407
- License:
- F15PB0347
- Type:
- Family Day Care Home
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 11, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, After School, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care, Night Care
- Hours:
- Mon: 3:00PM to 12:00AM; 6:00AM to 2:00PM; Tue: 3:00PM to 10:00AM; 6:00AM to 2:00PM; Wed-Fri: 3:00PM to 12:00AM; 6:00AM to 2:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 6
- License expiration:
- February 28, 2027
Typical cost: Not available for Palm Beach County.
Inspection snapshot
Questions worth asking
The available records raise questions worth asking before enrolling.
Next: Review the inspection history below and ask the provider what the records mean and what changed afterward.
Latest inspectionFebruary 6, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsFebruary 6, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 10 available inspections for Day & Night Childcare Service from January 17, 2023 through February 6, 2026.
Four inspections recorded violations, with 13 recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on January 28, 2026 and involved equipment or readiness, with a due date of February 28, 2026.
Sleep safety was a higher-concern topic that showed up in one inspection.
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
- 10
- Recorded violations
- 13
- Higher-concern violations
- 1
- Repeated topics
- 2
2 in last 12 months
1 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
10 total inspections vs 10 local median in 33407
Compared to 30 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 10%
- Local median
- 18%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 40%
- Local median
- 40%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 2
- Local average
- 2.23
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Equipment or readiness
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 4 recorded violations.
February 21, 2024January 28, 2026Health or food records
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
August 7, 2023February 21, 2024Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The ground cover or other protective surface under the [the swingset ] was not maintained. (Section 9.8, number 2) Safety/Health [SR]
- Inspector notes
- 31-15 [SR] Class 3 Fall Zone Surface Not Maintained [SR] At the time of the inspection, observed the swing set lacking adequate mulch was not maintained with 6-inch resilient surface. Provided technical assistance that a resilient surface must be maintained based on each play structure. Provider understood and said she was going to fix it.
- Correction status
- Due by February 28, 2026
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
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The placement of electrical wiring in the [Childcare area near the TV] area presented a tripping hazard. (Section 10) Physical Facility [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- Observed at time of inspection that cables and outlet plugs were visible under the table and can be accessed by children as a hazard. Provided TA and Violation was corrected at 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
- 19-03
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The home's outdoor play area was not adequately fenced, in that there were holes or missing slats in the fencing, or fencing was unsecured. (Section 9.8, numbers 1 and 2) Physical Facility [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Observed that the background fence was not closed and had a Gaping hole that led to the front yard in the broken wood and Nails were exposed. Provided TA and informed provider that the gate needed to be closed and replaced. Will Verify correction on 02/27/2024
- Correction status
- Due by February 27, 2024
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
- 21-01
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- Signs of current pest infestation were observed as evidenced by [Baby Roaches walking under the sink ]. (Section 9, numbers 1 and 7) Physical Facility [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- Observed Dead roach on the side of the stove and observed small live roaches walking under the sink. TA Assistance provided. Informed Provider that she needs to have current pest control treatment especially if they plan to continue providing meals. Will F/U with provider on 02/27/2024 to verify violations has been corrected. TOILET/BATH FACILITY
- Correction status
- Due by February 27, 2024
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 27 - Vermin Control (Article VIII.A) (Article VIII.A) (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 9 Physical Environment, Pages 17-21)
- Official code
- 27-01
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The home did not have an operable fire extinguisher and/or fire extinguisher with a current certificate. (Section 13.1, number 2) Safety/Health [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Observed that the Fire extinguisher expired June 2022 Provided TA: informed provider that fire extinguisher should be inspected every year.
- Correction status
- Due by February 27, 2024
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
- 35-14
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Bottles of formula/beverage were not individually labeled. (Section 16.4, number 4) Food And Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Observed that children cups were not individually label. Per provider cups are provided by parents.
- Correction status
- Due by February 27, 2024
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 43 - Infant Feeding (Article XI.E) (Article XI.E) (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 16 Food and Nutrition, Pages 29-32)
- Official code
- 43-03
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Sleep safety
- Report finding
- The operator failed to provide each child in care safe, appropriate bedding as evidenced by [4 children and a 9 months old, were napping in a sofa]. Safety/Health [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection children were napping on the sofa, however proper bedding (crib and floor mat) was observed within the home. TA: Infants up to the age of twelve (12) months must nap or sleep in cribs with sides. Appropriate bedding should be provided. Bedding means a cot, crib, mattress, playpen, or floor mat. Air mattresses and foam mattresses may not be used for napping.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SAFETY, HEALTH AND SANITATION - 29 - Bedding and Cribs (Article VIII.D)
- Official code
- 29-04
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The operator did not have a current Form 680, Florida Certificate of Immunization on file for the child(ren) in care. Children Records [SR]
- Report comments
- Not current for one child TA: Immunizations should be kept current
- Correction status
- Due by September 7, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PERSONNEL - 52 - Physical Examination and Immunization (Article XV.A)
- Official code
- 52-04
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The following areas of the home were in disrepair: [cabinet on kitchen sink area is missing]. (Section 10) Physical Facility [SR]
- Report comments
- cabinet under kitchen sink area is missing, (counter top needs to be provided for food preparation). leaving that area complete open and some holes in the wall, needs to be repair
- Correction status
- Due by January 26, 2023
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 home's outdoor play area was not adequately fenced, in that there were holes or missing slats in the fencing, or fencing was unsecured. (Section 9.8, numbers 1 and 2) Physical Facility [SR]
- Report comments
- Wood fence area at playground needs to be cover there is a gap in between
- Correction status
- Due by January 26, 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
- 21-01
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- Signs of current pest infestation were observed as evidenced by [dead cockcroaches]. (Section 9, numbers 1 and 7) Physical Facility [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Inspector observed at bathroom used by the children in care, by the sink cabinet there was dead cockroaches . Technical assistant was offered and provider was able to clean it up at the time of the inspection TOILET/BATH FACILITY
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 27 - Vermin Control (Article VIII.A) (Article VIII.A) (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 9 Physical Environment, Pages 17-21)
- Official code
- 27-01
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The following equipment was not maintained in a clean and sanitary condition: [play equiptment not been clean up]. (Section 10.1, number 2 and Section 10.2, numbers 2 and 4) Safety/Health [SR]
- Inspector notes
- observed play equipment at playground not clean. Technical assistance was offered and provider clean up all equipment during the time of the inspection
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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
- 31-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The Florida Certificate of Immunization was not acceptable in that [inmunization expired for ZR]. 1.The form was not current (expired). 2.An applicable part of the record was not complete. 3.It did not include the signature of the physician. 4.It did not include the date the form was issued by the physician. 5.Other (Section 18.2, number 2) Children Records [SR]
- Report comments
- Inmunization record for ZR expired on 11/22
- Correction status
- Due by February 17, 2023
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
- 52-05
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 walk me through your current process for ensuring that infants have appropriate, safe sleeping arrangements?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from August 2023 noted that children were observed napping on a sofa rather than in appropriate cribs or mats. Asking about this helps clarify the current practice for infant sleep safety.
- Context
- Corrected at time of inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps do you take to maintain the outdoor play area and ensure the ground cover under the swings remains at the recommended depth?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from a January 2026 inspection indicate that the protective surface under the swingset was not maintained at the required depth. This question helps understand the ongoing maintenance schedule for outdoor equipment.
- Context
- Correction due by 2/28/2026.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you manage your equipment and facility maintenance to ensure everything remains in good working order for the children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records show that various equipment and emergency readiness topics, such as fencing, fire safety, and electrical hazards, have appeared in multiple reports over the last few years. Asking about this helps parents understand the center's approach to proactive facility upkeep.
Related violations
Finding-specific
Could you explain your process for keeping children's health and immunization records up to date?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records indicate that issues regarding children's immunization documentation have appeared in more than one inspection. This question allows the provider to explain how they track these important records to ensure they remain current.
Related violations
General question
What is your daily routine for communicating with parents about their child's needs and experiences throughout the day?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Establishing a clear communication routine helps families stay informed about their child's daily care, activities, and any updates regarding their health or development.