Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 1.93
- Local median
- 0.34
PINA ARGENTEL LARGE FAMILY CHILD CARE HOME, LLC
8935 Sterling Ln, Port Richey, FL 34668
- License:
- L06PA0035
- Type:
- Large Family Child Care Home
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 13, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, After School, Before School, Drop In, Food Served, Full Day, Infant Care, Weekend Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Sat: 6:00AM to 6:00PM; Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 12
- License expiration:
- April 8, 2027
Typical cost: $953 (Under 1)
Child’s age
$953/mo
Median daily rate: $44.00 (non-Gold Seal only)
Official Florida Division of Early Learning Pasco 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 inspectionMarch 11, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsDecember 9, 2025
Summary
This summary covers 15 available inspections for PINA ARGENTEL LARGE FAMILY CHILD CARE HOME, LLC from March 1, 2023 through March 11, 2026.
Nine inspections recorded violations, with 29 recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on March 11, 2026 and involved background screening.
The available reports do not include a later inspection with no recorded violations after that violation.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 15
- Recorded violations
- 29
- Higher-concern violations
- 11
- Repeated topics
- 5
4 in last 12 months
13 in last 12 months
6 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
15 total inspections vs 5 local median in 34668
Compared to 27 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 33%
- Local median
- 5%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 60%
- Local median
- 20%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 5
- Local average
- 0.96
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 3 inspections, with 4 recorded violations.
March 28, 2025September 29, 2025March 11, 2026Attendance accountability
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
September 6, 2023March 15, 2024Hazardous access
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
September 6, 2023September 20, 2024Facility condition
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
September 6, 2023March 15, 2024Staff training
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
March 15, 2024September 29, 2025Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- Operator failed to maintain a current Employee/Contractor Roster for substitutes, employees or household members in the Clearinghouse. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 4.1, L (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Large Family [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that the Family Day Care Homes Clearinghouse Employee/Contractor Roster was not current. The provider brought this standard back in compliance at the time of inspection by updating the roster. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 4.1, L Initial Screening L . The employer/owner/operator must add substitutes, employees and household members to their Employee/Contractor Roster within five days of when the individual has received a child care eligible result. Employer/owner/operator must add an end date within five days of termination for individuals on the ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- LICENSED FAMILY - 07 - Background Screening Requirements
- Official code
- 07-10
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- An unscreened individual was left alone with children in care. s.435.06(2)(a), F.S. and FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 4.2, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Large Family [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the owner, and the employee background screening was expired. Both personnel background screening expired on 3/2/26. The provider brought this standard back in compliance at the time of inspection by sending the children home and going non operational until their background screenings come back. During the inspection, Licensing Counselor provided technical assistance, FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 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. C. An operator, substitute, employee, volunteer and all househ ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- LICENSED FAMILY - 09 - Supervision
- Official code
- 09-01
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- Outdoor play areas 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 time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the little tykes jungle gym the tunnel has cracks on the top part of it. The green outdoor rug has strings sticking out of it and is coming off of the wall on the right side. The blue and green plastic basketball hoop the net is coming off and dangling down. The director was given until April 11, 2026, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, FDCH/LFCCH 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 April 11, 2026
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 15 - Outdoor Time, Fencing, and Play Area Requirements
- Official code
- 15-01
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- During the licensure year, the operator failed to conduct monthly fire drills utilizing the approved fire alarm system or smoke detector at various dates and times when children are in care. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.21, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the inspection, the licensing specialist observed that the provider did not document the date the last fire drill was conducted. The provider provide all the information on the documentation form except the date. ***Reminder to the provider to complete and document one lockdown drill and one inclement weather drill prior to the expiration of their current licensing year. ******** During the inspection, a fire drill was conducted in the presence of the Licensing Specialist. There were 4 adults and 3 children present. The provider brought this standard into compliance by completing a fire drill with the licensing specialist. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist pr ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 28 - Fire Drills/Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 28-01
Higher concern: Medication
- Report finding
- Prescription or nonprescription medication provided for a child was not dispensed when needed in that [Nystatin Cream]. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.24, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, the licensing specialist observed that the provider was using diaper ointment (Nystatin Cream) on a child without written permission from the parent. The provider was given until March 21, 2026, to come into compliance with this standard During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.24, F Medication F . In the event of an emergency, non-prescription medication that is not brought in by the custodial parent or legal guardian can be dispensed only if the operator has written authorization from the custodial parent or legal guardian to do so. Any medication dispensed under these conditions must be ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by March 21, 2026
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 30 - Medication
- Official code
- 30-03
Higher concern: Medication
- Report finding
- Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, the licensing specialist observed that the provider did not have the original container for the Nystatin Cream. The provider was given until April 11, 2026, to come into compliance with this standard During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance , FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.24,C Medication C. Prescription and non-prescription medication brought to the home by the custodial parent or legal guardian must be in the original container.
- Correction status
- Due by April 11, 2026
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 30 - Medication
- Official code
- 30-06
Higher concern: Medication
- Report finding
- Medication which had expired or was no longer being administered was not returned to the custodial parent or legal guardian or discarded if the child is no longer enrolled. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.24, I (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, the licensing specialist observed expired Destin. The Destin expired on 8/2024. The director brought this standard back in compliance at the time of inspection by disposing of the diaper cream. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.24, I Medication I. Medication which has expired or is no longer being administered shall be returned to the custodial parent or legal guardian or discarded if the child is no longer enrolled in care at the home.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 30 - Medication
- Official code
- 30-10
Higher concern: Medication
- Report finding
- Additional documentation describing the symptoms that would require the prescription and/or non-prescription medication used on an as needed basis to be administered was not on file. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.24, A and 2.4.3, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the medication forms for diaper ointment cream did not state how much to apply on the child and when to apply. It did not state what to look for. The director was given until April 11, 2026, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.24 Medication The family day care home or large family child care home is not required to give medication; however, if they choose to do so, the following shall apply: A. The operator must have written authorization from the custodial parent or legal guardian to dispense prescription ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 11, 2026
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 30 - Medication
- Official code
- 30-13
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ the form was not current (expired)]. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.1, A and B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Children's Records [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed one child who had an expired immunization form. The provider was given until April 11, 2026, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Counselor provided technical assistance, FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.1 Health/Immunization
- Correction status
- Due by April 11, 2026
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 32 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 32-02
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The Student Health Examination was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)]. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.2 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Children's Records [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Licensing Specialist observed one child who had an expired health form. The provider was given until April 11, 2026 to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Counselor provided technical assistance, FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.2, A Student Health Records A. The operator is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed DH 3040, Student Health Examination form, incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(q), F.A.C. and may be obtained from the local county health department, or a signed statement by an authorized professional that indicates the results of the components of the form are included in ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 11, 2026
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 33 - Health Records
- Official code
- 33-02
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- Outdoor play areas were not in good repair. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.6, A Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the previous inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed the tan shed has exposed screws on the door and does not have a lock on it. There is yard tools and cords in the shed. There is a white pipe coming up from the ground that does not have a cover on it therefore leaving a open hole. The wooden wall near the driveway is chipping and pieces were on the ground in front of the wall. During the reinspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the everything was repaired expect for the lock on the shed. This is being marked non-compliant. The operator was given until October 29, 2025, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Speciali ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by October 29, 2025
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 15 - Outdoor Time, Fencing, and Play Area Requirements
- Official code
- 15-02
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The home did not have at least one person providing care to children with a valid and current certification in pediatric CPR procedures and/or first aid training. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 5.1.1, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Large Family [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the owner/Employee/sub did not have a current CPR training with on-site instructor- based skills assessment. The owner/employee CPR/First Aid expired on 7/31/25. The owner was given until October 8, 2025, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Counselor provided technical assistance, FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 5.1.1, C Operators and Substitutes. 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 ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by October 8, 2025
More details
- Report section
- LICENSED FAMILY - 08 - Staff Training
- Official code
- 08-07
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The employee did not complete the ten hours of annual in-service during the 12 month licensure period. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 5.6.2 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Large Family [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the sub did not have the 2024-2025 in-service completed by 4/8/25. The operator brought this standard back in compliance at the time of inspection by having the sub complete the 2024-2025 in-service on 7/3/25. During the inspection, Licensing Counselor provided technical assistance, FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 5.6.2 Large Family Child Care Home Employee Annual In-Service Training. All large family child care employees must complete the annual in-service training requirements as outlined in 5.6.1.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- LICENSED FAMILY - 08 - Staff Training
- Official code
- 08-11
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]
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the wooden steak is broken and had sharp pieces( provider removed this from the play area. The white gate that divides the playground and the provider personal yard one of the post is missing the cap leaving screws exposed(the provider put the cap on the post) . The tan shed has exposed screws on the door and does not have a lock on it. There is yard tools and and cords in the shed (needs to be corrected). There is a white pipe coming up from the ground that does not have a cover on it therefore leaving a open hole (This needs to be corrected). The wooden wall near the driveway is chipping and pieces were on th ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 28, 2025
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 15 - Outdoor Time, Fencing, and Play Area Requirements
- Official code
- 15-02
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- 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]
- Inspector notes
- 10-1: During the inspection, the Owner/Operator/Director advised that there is one dog on the premises. The dog does not have a current vaccination on file. The last vaccinations were current until 4/23/2024. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.1 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 informed in writing of all animals on the premises of the ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by October 21, 2024
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 10 - Animal Vaccinations
- Official code
- 10-01
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The operator failed to maintain and/or document an active Staff Credential Verification on the departments training transcript. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 5.1.3, A
- Inspector notes
- 8-13: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the owners staff credential on the DCF training transcript was expired. The provider showed that the staff credential was renewed and good until 8/29/2026, however it was not upload on the DCF training website for review. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, In addition to the training requirements identified above, large family child care home operators must: A. Possess an active Staff Credential Verification Confirmation, documented on the Training Transcript for at least one year prior to licensure. B. Maintain an active staff credential, documented on the individuals Trai ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 15, 2024
More details
- Report section
- LICENSED FAMILY - 08 - Staff Training
- Official code
- 08-13
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Floor mats available for children in care were not covered with an impermeable surface. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.8, F (Section 11.4, number 3) Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- 17-7: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed a pack and play had a crib mat within, however the mat was not impermeable in that the cover was missing (only was foam). During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, Sleep bedding includes beds, cribs, or mattresses. Nap bedding includes sleep bedding, cots, playpens, play yards or floor mats. Air and foam mattresses are prohibited. Floor mats must be at least one- inch thick, and covered with an impermeable surface.
- Correction status
- Due by April 15, 2024
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 17 - Appropriate, Safe and Sanitary Bedding
- Official code
- 17-07
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- Daily attendance was not maintained to account for all children in care. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.4 A and B
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, the owner advised that there are currently 13 children enrolled. During the inspection, Child Care Regulation monitored 13 of the 13 childrens records. Licensing Specialist reviewed the September 2023 Distracted Driver Brochures. Licensing Specialist reviewed the August/September 2023 Influenza Brochures. 34-6: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the daily attendance was not accurate in that there was 3 children signed in and 5 children not signed in for 3/15/2024. There were 7 children during the inspection, 1 child had already gone one and they were not signed out. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical as ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 15, 2024
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 34 - Enrollment Information/ Daily Attendance
- Official code
- 34-06
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- A Toxic substance or hazardous material, [spray bottle with a sanitzation soluation], was not labeled. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.2 (Section 9, number 5) Health Requirements [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- 11-2: During the inspection, Child Care Regulation observed 1 spray bottle in the bathroom that was not labeled with the name of what was inside the spray bottle. The owner advised that the spray bottle is used for sanitization. During the inspection, the spray bottle was labeled. This is being marked corrected. During the inspection, Child Care Regulation provided technical assistance, All potentially harmful items including cleaning supplies, flammable products, poisonous, toxic, and hazardous materials must be labeled and used according to manufacturers recommendation.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 11 - Toxic, Hazardous Materials and Harmful Items
- Official code
- 11-02
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- The bedding available for children in care was not sanitary. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.8, A (Section 11.4, number 1) Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- 17-3: During the inspection, Child Care Regulation observed that the napping sheets were being stored on each childs mat, however that mats were hung up on a hook on top of each other, causing the napping sheets to touch each other. During the inspection, Child Care Regulation provided technical assistance, A home must include a designated area where each child can sit quietly or lie down to rest or nap. Each child in care must be provided safe and sanitary bedding to be used when napping or sleeping. Linens must be washed at least once a week and more often if soiled or dirty. All bedding and linens must be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized at least once a week and before use ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by October 6, 2023
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 17 - Appropriate, Safe and Sanitary Bedding
- Official code
- 17-03
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- Daily attendance was not maintained to account for all children in care. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.4 A and B
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, the owner advised that there are currently 10 children enrolled. During the inspection, Child Care Regulation monitored 10 of the 10 childrens records. During the inspection, Child Care Regulation observed that the daily attendance was not completed for all of the children in attendance during the month of September 2023. Child Care Regulation observed that the provider had a daily attendance sheet for each child enrolled in the home for the month of September 2023 and not child had a sign in or an sign out time. The provider advised that she was open on 9/1/2023, 9/4/2023 and 9/5/2023. Child Care Regulation observed 6 children in attendance during the ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by October 6, 2023
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 34 - Enrollment Information/ Daily Attendance
- Official code
- 34-06
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Child(ren) did not have a Florida Certification of Immunization (DH Form 680) or a, Religious Exemption from Immunization (DH Form 681), on file within 30 days of enrollment. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.1, A Children's Records [SR]
- Inspector notes
- 32-1: During the previous inspection, Child Care Regulation observed 2 children records did not have an immunization on file within 30 days of their enrollment. During the reinspection, Child Care Regulation received an email on 3/28/2023 with the 1 childs current immunizations. The employee advised that the other childs appointment is on Monday 4/17/2023. During the inspection, Child Care Regulation provided technical assistance, The operator is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed Florida Certification of Immunization form, Parts A-1, B, and/or C, DH 680 (July 2010), or the Religious Exemption from Immunization form, DH ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by May 15, 2023
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 32 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 32-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Child(ren) did not have a Student Health Examination/DH (Form 3040), or an equivalent health statement on file within 30 days of enrollment. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.2, A Children's Records [SR]
- Inspector notes
- 33-1: During the previous inspection, Child Care Regulation observed 4 children records did not have a physical on file within 30 days of their enrollment. During the reinspection, Child Care Regulation received via email on 3/28/2023 the current physical for 3 childrens records. The employee advised that the last childs appointment is on Monday 4/17/2023. During the reinspection, Child Care Regulation provided technical assistance, The operator is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed DH 3040, Student Health Examination form, incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7) (q), F.A.C. and may be obtained from the local county h ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by May 15, 2023
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 33 - Health Records
- Official code
- 33-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The Student Health Examination was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)]. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.2
- Inspector notes
- 33-2: During the previous inspection, Child Care Regulation observed 1 childs record did not have a current physical on file. During the reinspection, the employee advised that the 1 childs appointment is on Wednesday 4/19/2023. During the reinspection, Child Care Regulation provided technical assistance, The operator is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed DH 3040, Student Health Examination form, incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7) (q), F.A.C. and may be obtained from the local county health department, or a signed statement by an authorized professional that indicates the results of the components of the form are ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by May 15, 2023
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 33 - Health Records
- Official code
- 33-02
Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
- Report finding
- A Large Family Child Care Home may provide care for a maximum of: 1. 8 children from birth to 24 months of age. 2. 12 children with no more than 4 from birth to 24 months of age. There were [1 owner 12 children] children observed in care and their ages were [4 one year olds, 1 two year olds (25 months) , 3 three year olds, 3 four year olds, 1 five year olds]. 402.302 (11), F.S., FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 2.2.2 (Section 3.2) [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the inspection, Child Care Regulation observed the owner and another individual with 12 children at the home at 1:30 pm. Child Care Regulation asked where the employee was, and she advised that she had left to go pick up her children from school. Child Care Regulation asked the name of the individual at the home and observe that the individual was not listed as a substitute or as the employee. Child Care Regulation waited for the employee to return to put the home back into compliance. The employee arrived at 2:45 pm, making the ratio 2:12 children. This is being marked as corrected at the time of the inspection. During the inspection, Child Care Regulation provided te ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- LICENSED FAMILY - 01 - Licensed Capacity/Ratio
- Official code
- 01-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Child(ren) did not have a Florida Certification of Immunization (DH Form 680) or a, Religious Exemption from Immunization (DH Form 681), on file within 30 days of enrollment. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.1, A (Section 18.2, number 2) Children's Records [SR]
- Inspector notes
- 32-1: During the inspection, Child Care Regulation observed 2 children records did not have an immunization on file within 30 days of their enrollment. During the inspection, Child Care Regulation provided technical assistance, The operator is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed Florida Certification of Immunization form, Parts A-1, B, and/or C, DH 680 (July 2010), or the Religious Exemption from Immunization form, DH 681 (July 2008), which are incorporated herein by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(o) and (p), F.A.C., from the custodial parent or legal guardian, within 30 days of enrollment. DH Form 680 and DH Form 681 may be ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by March 31, 2023
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 32 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 32-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ the form was not current (expired)]. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.1, A and B
- Inspector notes
- 32-2: During the inspection, Child Care Regulation observed 1 childs record did not have a current immunization on file. During the inspection, Child Care Regulation provided technical assistance, The operator is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed Florida Certification of Immunization form, Parts A-1, B, and/or C, DH 680 (July 2010), or the Religious Exemption from Immunization form, DH 681 (July 2008), which are incorporated herein by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(o) and (p), F.A.C., from the custodial parent or legal guardian, within 30 days of enrollment. DH Form 680 and DH Form 681 may be obtained from the local health ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by March 31, 2023
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 32 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 32-02
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Child(ren) did not have a Student Health Examination/DH (Form 3040), or an equivalent health statement on file within 30 days of enrollment. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.2, A (Section 18.2, number 1) Children's Records [SR]
- Inspector notes
- 33-1: During the inspection, Child Care Regulation observed 4 children records did not have a physical on file within 30 days of their enrollment. During the inspection, Child Care Regulation provided technical assistance, The operator is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed DH 3040, Student Health Examination form, incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(q), F.A.C. and may be obtained from the local county health department, or a signed statement by an authorized professional that indicates the results of the components of the form are included in the health examination from the custodial parent or legal guardian, with ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by March 31, 2023
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 33 - Health Records
- Official code
- 33-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The Student Health Examination was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)]. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.2
- Inspector notes
- 33-2: During the inspection, Child Care Regulation observed 1 childs record did not have a current physical on file. During the inspection, Child Care Regulation provided technical assistance, The operator is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed DH 3040, Student Health Examination form, incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(q), F.A.C. and may be obtained from the local county health department, or a signed statement by an authorized professional that indicates the results of the components of the form are included in the health examination from the custodial parent or legal guardian, within 30 days of enrollment.
- Correction status
- Due by March 31, 2023
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 33 - Health Records
- Official code
- 33-02
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 current process for ensuring all staff have active background screenings before they are left alone with children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from a March 2026 inspection indicate a finding regarding personnel background screening status. Asking about current procedures helps families understand how the center maintains compliance with staff screening requirements.
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What is your current procedure for documenting and verifying parental authorization for any medication administered to children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from March 2026 noted that documentation for medication administration was incomplete. This question allows the provider to explain the steps taken to ensure all necessary forms and permissions are correctly on file.
- Context
- Correction due date is 4/11/2026.
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How do you ensure that all 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 has been a topic of concern in past reports. This question helps parents understand how the center manages health requirements for animals on-site.
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What steps are taken to ensure that daily attendance records are accurate and fully completed for every child in your care?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from multiple inspections indicate that maintaining accurate daily attendance logs has been a recurring area of focus. Asking this helps parents understand the current system for tracking child attendance.
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How do you perform regular safety checks on outdoor play equipment to ensure everything remains in good repair?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Official inspection reports have noted findings related to the maintenance of outdoor play areas and equipment. This question provides insight into the center's routine for identifying and addressing maintenance needs to keep play areas safe.
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