Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.25
- Local median
- 0.79
Latonia McFarland FCCH
230 SE 4th Ave, South Bay, FL 33493
- License:
- F15PB0606
- Type:
- Family Day Care Home
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 11, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, After School, Food Served, Infant Care, Night Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 5:30PM to 1:00AM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 6
- License expiration:
- March 31, 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 24, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsFebruary 24, 2026
Summary
This summary covers eight available inspections for Latonia McFarland FCCH from February 16, 2023 through February 24, 2026.
Two inspections recorded violations, with two recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on September 23, 2025 and involved equipment or readiness, with a due date of October 3, 2025.
DaycareFacts did not classify any of these violations at the Higher concern level.
Two later inspections, from September 26, 2025 through February 24, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 8
- Recorded violations
- 2
- Higher-concern violations
- 0
- Repeated topics
- 0
3 in last 12 months
1 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
8 total inspections vs 11.5 local median in 33493
Compared to 16 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 0%
- Local median
- 11%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 25%
- Local median
- 32%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 0
- Local average
- 2.75
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
No repeated topics found
The available reports do not show the same violation topic appearing in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. Review the inspection history below for any one-time violations or report details.
Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
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]
- Report comments
- Fire extinguisher last serviced June 2024
- Correction status
- Due by October 3, 2025
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
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
- A resilient surface was not provided beneath and within the fall zone for [climbing dome and swing set]. (Section 9.8, number 2) Safety/Health [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Observed a climbing dome and swing set on the out door play area. Resilient surfacing was not available. The provider removed all the play equipment at the time of 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
- 31-14
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 tell me about your current process for ensuring that fire safety equipment is regularly serviced and up to date?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records show an inspection in September 2025 noted that the fire extinguisher did not have a current certificate. Asking about the current maintenance schedule helps clarify how the home keeps emergency equipment ready for use.
- Context
- A later inspection on February 24, 2026, did not note any concerns.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you manage the outdoor play area to ensure that all equipment and surfaces meet current safety standards?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from February 2023 indicated that resilient surfacing was not available beneath outdoor play equipment at that time. This question allows you to understand how the provider evaluates outdoor spaces for children's play.
- Context
- The provider removed the equipment at the time of the 2023 inspection.
Related violations
General question
What is your daily routine for supervising children, especially during the evening hours?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Since this home offers night care, understanding the supervision routine helps parents feel comfortable with how the provider maintains engagement and monitoring during evening hours.
General question
How do you communicate with families about daily activities or any changes in the home's schedule?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Consistent communication is key to a strong partnership between families and childcare providers. Learning about their preferred methods helps parents know how to stay informed about their child's experience.
General question
What steps do you take to ensure that the environment remains organized and ready for children each day?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Asking about daily preparation helps parents understand the provider's commitment to maintaining a clean and orderly space for the children in their care.