Sec. 7-6(c), Ordinance: A completed application for renewal of a license must be submitted to the local licensing agency at least 45 days prior to the expiration date of the current license to ensure that a lapse in licensure does not occur. The facility failed to submit a complete renewal application 45 days prior to the license expiration.
Correction / follow-up note
Program failed to submit the application renewal 45 days before the expiration date. Technical assistance was provided regarding this standard. The facility's registration expires on 9/30/25, and based upon the results of this inspection, the issuance of a regular license is recommended. The facility is accredited by Cognia. Accreditation expires 6/30/27.
Sec. 7-44(f), Ordinance: The childs arrival and departure must be recorded by child care personnel at the time the child enters and departs the child care facility. The attendance sheet/class roster must accompany the child care personnel and the group of children throughout the day should they leave the classroom. In order to account for childrens whereabouts, children who are reassigned to different classrooms throughout the day should be signed in and/or out of the rosters for those respective classrooms each time. The facility failed to maintain an attendance roster for the children in care.
Report comments
Upon arriving to classroom #102, there was no record of a current sheet/class roster for the children occupying the space. Technical assistance was provided regarding daily attendance record keeping requirements. Counselor Comments FOR GOLD SEAL PROVIDERS: Be advised that if this inspection includes the issuance of a Class I violation and/or the issuance of a third Class II violation for a repeated violation within a two (2) year period, the violation may affect the status of your Gold Seal designation pursuant to s. 402.281, Florida Statutes. Inspection was conducted on 8/27/25, report was submitted on 8/29/25. ____________________________________________ Inspected by: Veron ... [truncated]
Sec. 7-6.01(c), Ordinance:The child care facility is required to have at least two (2) adult staff members who have first aid and Pediatric Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) training and at least one (1) of these staff members shall be on the premises at all times that children are present in the facility.The required amount of trained staff were not on the premises.
Inspector notes
VERIFICATION OF COMPLETED FIRST AIDE CPR TRAINING MUST BE SUBMITTED ON OR BEFORE THE DEADLINE INDICATED FOOD SERVICE/NUTRITION
Correction status
Due by April 9, 2024
More details
Report section
TRAINING - 32 - First Aid/CPR Certification Group: Sec. 7-6.01, Ordinance
Official code
32-01
Higher concern: Transportation
Report finding
Sec. 7-5.08(b), Ordinance: A copy of the current and approved annual fire inspection report indicating compliance by a certified fire inspector shall be on file with the licensing agency and must be conspicuously posted.The facility has not been inspected and approved by the local fire department as required.
Report comments
The fire inspection was conducted. However, the fire department is requiring additional repairs be completed prior to passing the inspection.
Correction status
Due by April 9, 2024
More details
Report section
TRANSPORTATION - 49 - Fire and Emergency Safety Group: Sec. 7-5.08, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
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 walk me through your current process for tracking children's attendance throughout the day?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from an August 2025 inspection indicate a finding regarding the maintenance of accurate attendance rosters for children in care. Asking about the current process helps clarify how staff ensure every child is accounted for at all times.
Context
The issue was noted as corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you manage your administrative deadlines and licensing renewals to ensure everything stays up to date?
Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from August 2025 noted that the facility did not submit a renewal application by the required deadline. This question allows the director to explain the systems now in place to keep administrative requirements current.
Context
The issue was noted as corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your process for ensuring that all required safety inspections are completed and documented on time?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records show that documentation related to safety and facility requirements has been a topic of concern in past reports. Understanding how the center stays on top of these requirements provides insight into their operational oversight.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you ensure that staff members are always up to date on their required first aid and CPR certifications?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from a 2024 inspection noted a finding regarding the presence of staff with the required first aid and CPR training. This question helps parents understand how the center tracks and maintains staff training compliance.
Related violations
General question
How does your team communicate with families about daily routines and any changes in classroom assignments?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Clear communication about daily routines and transitions helps families feel confident in how the center manages the children's day. Understanding these practices provides insight into the center's commitment to transparency and organization.