The personnel record for staff did not include a signed "Affidavit of Good Moral Character".
Inspector notes
During the inspection, observed the Affidavit of Good Moral Character for staff T.E. was not in the file/missing. Technical assistance was provided for record-keeping of the annual Affidavit of Good Moral Character, which is valid annually, for staff personnel.
Correction status
Due by May 22, 2026
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PERSONNEL - 60 - Good Moral Character Affidavit (Article VII.A)
Official code
60-01
Higher concern: Background screening
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Documented verification of screening clearance for staff was not available at the facility for review during inspection.
Inspector notes
Observed background screening for Clearinghouse level 2 for T.E. missing on file. Technical assistance was provided that the Department requires/reviews Level 2 Background Screening, specifically DCF Childcare eligibility and retention dates. Facility is aware and is working on resolving the non-compliance with administration. PERSONNEL RECORDS
Correction status
Due by May 22, 2026
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PERSONNEL - 62 - Local, State, Federal Check (Article VII.A, and F)
Official code
62-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
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The facility did not have a current Form 680, Florida Certificate of Immunization, or Form 681 on file.
Inspector notes
During the inspection observed six children had expired temporary medical exemptions on file for immunizations. Technical assistance was provided that temporary medical exemptions are only valid until their dates listed on immunization paperwork. Facility is promptly working to resolve the non-compliance regarding current immunization files for the six children.
Correction status
Due by May 22, 2026
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PERSONNEL - 76 - Immunization Current (Form 680) (Article XV.C)
The personnel record for staff did not include a signed "Affidavit of Good Moral Character".
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Facility did not have Good Moral Character Affidavit for J.O., driver and staff member at the facility. Technical assistance was provided that all staff members around children in the facility are required to have completed and current paperwork.
Correction status
Due by December 29, 2025
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PERSONNEL - 60 - Good Moral Character Affidavit (Article VII.A)
Official code
60-01
Higher concern: Background screening
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Facility staff person or employee requiring screening did not have current Level 2 clearance to work with children and was working/assisting at the facility while children were present.
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Facility did not have driver cleared with background screening/background screening missing. Technical assistance was provided that all staff members around children in the facility are required to have completed and current paperwork. PERSONNEL RECORDS
Correction status
Due by December 29, 2025
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PERSONNEL - 62 - Local, State, Federal Check (Article VII.A, and F)
Official code
62-02
Higher concern: Child guidance
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The personnel record for staff did not include a statement that they read or had read to them and understood the contents of the pamphlet "Child Abuse and Neglect in Florida, A Guide for Professionals."
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Facility did not have child abuse and neglect reporting statement for staff J.O., driver and employee at the facility. Technical assistance was provided that all staff members around children in the facility are required to have completed and current paperwork.
A piece of stationary outdoor play equipment, a [playhouses and no mulch on resilient surface or all around the equipment], was not securely anchored.
Inspector notes
Observed the outdoor equipment playhouses were not anchored and no mulch on resilient surface or all around the equipment. Technical assistance was provided that the equipment has to be anchored and 6 inches of mulch has to be added on the fall zones and 6 feet all around.
Correction status
Due by March 15, 2024
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 31 - Play Equipment (Article X.A, and H)
The facility did not have verification of a fire drill during naptime within the program year.
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No nap time fire drill. Technical assistance was provided that a drill has to be done annually while the children are napping. Last fire drill was done on 10/17/2023 at 1:45PM with 36 staff and 195 children including the whole school. Time to clear was 4 minutes and 12 seconds. Fire Inspection by Palm Beach Fire Rescue Services was done on 9/21/2023. Emergency drill lockdown was done on 9/2023
Correction status
Due by November 28, 2023
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 28 - Fire Drills/Fire Plan/Fire Inspection (Articles X.A, F and XV.E)
The sign in or sign out record did not include the time the child was received or released.
Inspector notes
Attendance in real time was observed in the classrooms. The sign in and sign out log was also checked. 4 children were not signed out by the coach when he took them to soccer. Parent signatures/times of departures were monitored. Technical assistance was provided that the coach has to sign the children out.
Correction status
Due by April 28, 2023
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 34 - Daily Attendance Log (Article XV.E)
Official code
34-06
Low concern: Recordkeeping
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The manifest did not include all required information. Information noted in number(s) as follows was missing: [children were not marked out when they arrived at the field trip destination by staff] 1. The names of the children 2. Staff persons and volunteers attending the field trip 3. Current telephone numbers where parent(s) may be reached in the event of an emergency 4. The name of the specific person assigned to supervise each child
Inspector notes
Observed the transportation log and children were not logged off the sheet when they arrived at their field trip destination. Technical assistance was provided that children are to be signed out by face to name on the roster when they are on a field trip and checked off on the log when they arrive at their perspective destinations. The teacher signed the log during the inspection. The children are transported by the Boca Prep Interanational School bus.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 35 - Field Trips and Swimming Activities (Articles XV.E and XVIII.A, B)
Official code
35-06
Higher concern: Background screening
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Verification of an employment history check was not on file for personnel in the facility.
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Verification of employment history was not in the staff member's file M.G. 3 letters of reference were missing, employment application and Attachment G who began employment on 2/21/2023. Technical assistance was provided that these documents have to be in the file before the staff member can begin employment.
Correction status
Due by April 28, 2023
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PERSONNEL - 61 - Information Background Screening Check (Article VII.A, and B)
Official code
61-02
Medium concern: Health or food records
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The personnel record for staff did not include a statement that he/she was free of tuberculosis in a communicable stage as indicated by an approved TB risk assessment, skin test or chest X-ray.
Inspector notes
Observed that the file for M.G. did not have a copy of her Risk Assessment. Technical assistance was provided to have the staff member's risk assessment on file.
Correction status
Due by April 28, 2023
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PERSONNEL - 64 - Proof of Risk Assessment Completed/Negative TB Test (Article XV.D)
Official code
64-01
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 describe your current process for ensuring all staff personnel files are complete and up-to-date?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from an April 2026 inspection show that documented verification of staff screening clearance was not available at the facility. Asking about the current process helps families understand how the center maintains compliance with personnel record requirements.
Context
A later clean inspection was conducted on May 12, 2026.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you track and manage the annual requirements for staff documentation, such as Good Moral Character Affidavits?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records show a repeated pattern of missing personnel documentation, including Good Moral Character Affidavits, noted in reports from December 2025 and April 2026. This question allows the director to explain the systems now in place to ensure these annual requirements are consistently met.
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Finding-specific
What is your procedure for verifying that children's immunization records are current and that any temporary exemptions are updated on time?
Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from April 2026 noted that some children had expired temporary medical exemptions for immunizations on file. This question helps parents understand how the center monitors health records to ensure they remain current.
Context
A later clean inspection was conducted on May 12, 2026.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you ensure that all staff members are fully trained on your emergency and safety protocols, including fire drills?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from a November 2023 inspection indicated a missing naptime fire drill record. Asking about current training and drill procedures helps parents understand the center's commitment to emergency readiness.
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General question
What is your daily routine for ensuring that all children are properly signed in and out of the facility?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Understanding the check-in and check-out process helps parents feel confident about how the center maintains accurate attendance and ensures the safety of children during transitions.