Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 2.17
- Local median
- 0.92
Early Life Academy
6209 Land O Lakes Blvd, Land O Lakes, FL 34638
- License:
- X06PA0205
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Exempt
- Records checked:
- July 13, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, Full Day, Infant Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 31
- License expiration:
- September 24, 2026
Typical cost: $1,278 - $1,322 (Under 1)
Child’s age
$1,278 - $1,322/mo
Median daily rate: $59.00 - $61.00
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 inspectionJune 1, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsJune 1, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 12 available inspections for Early Life Academy from January 31, 2024 through June 1, 2026.
Seven inspections recorded violations, with 26 recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on April 22, 2026 and involved child guidance.
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
- 12
- Recorded violations
- 26
- Higher-concern violations
- 6
- Repeated topics
- 3
7 in last 12 months
9 in last 12 months
3 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
12 total inspections vs 10 local median in 34638
Compared to 10 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 33%
- Local median
- 20%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 58%
- Local median
- 44%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 3
- Local average
- 2
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 6 inspections, with 9 recorded violations.
January 31, 2024April 9, 2025November 5, 2025December 10, 2025February 18, 2026April 22, 2026Health or food records
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 4 recorded violations.
January 31, 2024February 18, 2026April 22, 2026Staff training
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
January 31, 2024April 9, 2025Inspection 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 facilitys outdoor play area contained litter, nails, glass or other hazards that posed a low potential for harm to children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- 17-1: During the previous inspection, Licensing Specialist observed a few wasp nests forming under the roof of the building on the playground side. During the reinspection, Licensing Specialist observed a number of wasp nests forming under the roof of the building, in the window sills and under the shade structure. During the reinspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, The outdoor play area must be clean and free from litter, nails, glass and other hazards.
- Correction status
- Due by May 22, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Garbage containing food waste was not disposed of in a leak proof, nonabsorbent container with a tight fitting lid. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.1, A.8. (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- 24-11: During the previous inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the food waste garbage did not have a lid. During the reinspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the food waste garbage did not have a lid. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.1, A.8. (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.1, A.8 Leak-proof, non-absorbent containers covered with a tight-fitting lid for all food waste stored inside the facility. The container must be emptied, cleaned, and sanitized or disinfected daily
- Correction status
- Due by May 22, 2026
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-11
Higher concern: Child guidance
- Report finding
- Child care personnel did not comply with the facility's written disciplinary and expulsion policies. CCF Handbook, Section 2.8, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- 11-3: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the administrator did not follow the schools discipline policy. The schools discipline policy states, We will not subject children in our care to discipline that is severe, humiliating or frightening. We will not associate discipline with food rest or toileting. Under no circumstances will we spank, strike or use other forms of physical punishment. The administrator stated that she had slapped the two children, child 2 and child 3, on the hand for continuously slamming the door and not listening. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 2.8, B The child care ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 11 - Child Discipline
- Official code
- 11-03
Higher concern: Child guidance
- Report finding
- A form of discipline used by child care personnel included the use of spanking or other form of physical punishment. CCF Handbook, Section 2.8, F.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- 11-6: During the inspection, it was determined that the administrator used physical punishment for discipline. The administrator stated that child 1, child 2 and child 3 are in the two-year-old classroom. The administrator stated that she has slapped the childs hand. The administrator stated that child 2 and child 3 are twins, and they would continuously slam the door, and they would not listen when they are told to stop, so she has slapped them on the hand. The administrator stated that the last time she slapped one of them on the hand was probably yesterday. The administrator stated, should I do that? Probably not. The children say, no Becky, but they would stop slamming th ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 11 - Child Discipline
- Official code
- 11-06
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facilitys outdoor play area contained litter, nails, glass or other hazards that posed a low potential for harm to children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- 17-1: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed a few wasp nests forming under the roof of the building on the playground side. Licensing Specialist also observed that there was a pipe that was coming out of the ground and the pipe had a lid, however the lid and part of the pipe was cracked/broken. None of the edges were sharp. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, The outdoor play area must be clean and free from litter, nails, glass and other hazards.
- Correction status
- Due by March 20, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Garbage containing food waste was not disposed of in a leak proof, nonabsorbent container with a tight fitting lid. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.1, A.8. (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the inspection, the Operator advised that the childrens custodial parents/legal guardians provides all food.24-11: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the food waste garbage did not have a lid. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.1, A.8 Leak-proof, non-absorbent containers covered with a tight-fitting lid for all food waste stored inside the facility. The container must be emptied, cleaned, and sanitized or disinfected daily
- Correction status
- Due by March 20, 2026
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-11
Higher concern: Medication
- Report finding
- The label on the prescription medication did not have the required information in that it did not include [the prescription label]. CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- 39-5: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that there was a ziplock bag of albuterol (prescription medication) that did not have the doctors script. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, C Prescription and non-prescription medication brought to the child care facility by the custodial parent or legal guardian must be in the original container. Prescription medication must have a label stating the name and contact information of the physician and/or pharmacy, childs name, name of the medication, and medication directions. All prescription and non-prescription medication must be dispensed according ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by March 20, 2026
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 39 - Medication
- Official code
- 39-05
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The ground cover or other protective surface under the [jungle gym and slide] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the previous inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that the facility did not maintain the fall zone material around the tall climber with the red slide and the smaller climber with the blue slide, in that the grass had grown through the mulch, making the area appear to only have grass under the climber and the 6 inch depth of mulch did not go 6 feet around the perimeter of both equipment. During the reinspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the facility did not maintain the fall zone material around the tall climber with the red slide the mulch was reading 3 1/2 inches at the 5 feet 10 inches and the smaller climber with the blue slide you were able to s ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by January 10, 2026
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-07
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The ground cover or other protective surface under the [see below] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- 32-07 During the previous inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the facility did not maintain the fall zone material around the tall climber with the red slide, in that the grass had grown through the mulch, making the area appear to only have grass under the climber. Licensing Specialist observed that the facility did not have enough mulch to meet the 6 inch depth requirement in that the depth requirement at the smaller climber with the blue slide, in that the depth of mulch was 4.5 inches. During the reinspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the facility did not maintain the fall zone material around the tall climber with the red slide and the smaller climbe ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by December 5, 2025
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-07
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facilitys outdoor play area contained litter, nails, glass or other hazards that posed a low potential for harm to children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, Child Care Regulation observed two wasp nests forming under the roof of the building on the playground side. During the inspection, Child Care Regulation provided technical assistance, The outdoor play area must be clean and free from litter, nails, glass and other hazards.
- Correction status
- Due by May 9, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-01
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documentation of a fire extinguisher being properly maintained to include being serviced and retagged timely, and/or with a current certificate. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- The last fire drill was conducted on 2/27/2025. The annual fire inspection was conducted on 2/27/2025. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that that fire extinguisher certificates were not valid in that they were valid until 2/2025. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, Fire extinguishers with a minimum rating of 2A:10BC must be properly installed, serviced and maintained with current inspection tags at all times.
- Correction status
- Due by May 9, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-05
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The ground cover or other protective surface under the [tall climber with the red slide and the smaller climber with the blue slide] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Licensing Specialist observed that the facility did not maintain the fall zone material around the tall climber with the red slide, in that the grass had grown through the mulch, making the area appear to only have grass under the climber. Licensing Specialist observed that the facility did not have enough mulch to meet the 6 inch depth requirement in that the depth requirement at the smaller climber with the blue slide, in that the depth of mulch was 4.5 inches. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D Permanent or stationary playground equipment must have a fall/use zone that extends a minimum of 6 feet in all ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by May 9, 2025
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-07
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documented proof that all child care personnel were trained and knowledgeable within 30 days of date of hire in [ the use of fire extinguishers]. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.3 and 4.2.5 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Training [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of inspection, the Owner/Operator/Director advised the Licensing Specialist that there 5 employees. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 5 of the 5 employee records. REMINDER : In-service training for 2024/2025 fiscal year must be completed before July 1, 2025. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed 3 employees did not have documentation that the fire extinguisher training was completed within 30 days of their hire date. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.5 Fire Extinguisher Training All child care personnel shall be trained in the use and operation ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by May 9, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-05
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Child care personnel, who were not in compliance with preservice training requirements when they left a School Readiness provider, did not complete required training and any new mandated training prior to employment with a School Readiness provider. (Section 3.4.B Training Requirements, Page 7) [SR]
- Inspector notes
- 33-13: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed 2 employees that did not complete the School Readiness Pre-Service training before they were left alone with children or within the 90 days of their hire date. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, DEL SR Handbook, Section 3.1 and 3.2 Child care personnel must successfully complete the preservice training coursework described in this section, as applicable. All child care personnel must complete these preservice training requirements within 90 days of initial employment with any School Readiness provider. This timeframe does not start over if personnel change employment to another ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by May 9, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-09
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The personnel/ volunteer (ten hours or more per month) record did not include a CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form signed annually. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the time of inspection, the Owner/Operator/Director advised the Licensing Specialist that there 5 employees. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 5 of the 5 employee records. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that there were 2 Child Abuse and Neglect forms that were not signed annually by the employees and 1 employee that did not have a signed Child Abuse and Neglect form on file. During the inspection, staff signed a new Child Abuse and Neglect form. This is being marked corrected at the time of the inspection. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CF-FSP Form 5337, Child Abuse & ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 43 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 43-04
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- A complete CF-FSP Form 5131, Background Screening and Personnel File Requirements, was not on file for all employees. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed 3 employees did not have the 5131 form, Background Screening and Personnel File Requirements form, on file. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1, A Each personnel record must have a completed CF-FSP Form 5131, Background Screening and Personnel File Requirements, which is incorporated by reference in paragraph 65C-22.001(7)(b), F.A.C.
- Correction status
- Due by May 9, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 44-01
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- An employment history verification was not documented and on file. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed 3 employees did not have documentation that the 5 year employment history was verified. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, D The employer/owner/operator must conduct employment history checks, including documented attempts to contact each employer that employed the individual within the preceding five years, and documentation of the findings. Documentation must include the applicants job title and description of his/her regular duties, confirmation of employment dates, and level of job performance. The employer/owner/operator must make at least three attempt ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by May 9, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 44-04
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- An area(s) of the program facility was observed to not be in good repair. (Section 10, number 1) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, Licensing Counselor observed paint peeling (back restroom, library room, toddlers/two year old room) 1. cabinet door peeling in the toddlers/two year old room 2. picnic table plastic broken with sharp edge 3. sand box broke 4. top of little tyke play house broke 5. white pipe on playground broken 6. little tyke slide broken 7. rusted wheel barrel on playground The director was given until March 1, 2024, to come into compliance with this standard. 8. During the inspection, Licensing Counselor provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 3.1 A.- General Health and Safety Requirements. A. All child care facilities must be clean, in good repair, free ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by March 1, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10 Physical Environment, Pages 22-23)
- Official code
- 12-02
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- A fire hazard, [there is clutter built up in the following rooms the kitchen and cooperative play area], was observed in the program facility. (Section 10, number 2) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, Licensing Counselor observed there is clutter built up in the following rooms the kitchen and cooperative play area. The director was given until February 14, 2024, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, CCR provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 3.1 B.- General Health and Safety Requirements. B . It is the responsibility of the director/operator to ensure all areas and equipment of the facility are free from fire hazards, such as lint build up in heating and air vents, filters, exhaust fans, ceiling fans, and dryer vents. This includes grease build-up in ovens, stoves and food equipment.
- Correction status
- Due by February 14, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10 Physical Environment, Pages 22-23)
- Official code
- 12-10
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- The programs storage of harmful items including cleaning supplies, flammable products, and poisonous, toxic and hazardous materials allowed access by children in care. (Section 10, number 4) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, Licensing Counselor observed diaper ointment was stored in a plastic bucket under the changing table in the infant room 1. hand sanitizer with in reach of the children in the toddler/two room and in the infant room 2. in the bathroom by the toddlers/two room there there is a closet that has no door or barrier and there is chemicals and cords the children has access too. 3. in the same bathroom the other end there is a chair by the other closet where the children can climb to reach the cleaning solution 4. paper cutter in unlocked cabinet 5. tools in unlocked cabinet The director was given until March 1, 2024, to come into compliance with this standard. ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by March 1, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 13 - Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10 Physical Environment, Pages 22-23)
- Official code
- 13-02
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The program did not have documentation of a fire extinguisher being properly maintained to include being serviced and retagged timely, and/or with a current certificate. (Section 14.2, number 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, Licensing Counselor observed that the fire Extinguisher was not properly maintained. The last service was done on 10/2022. The director was given until March 1, 2024, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Counselor provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook 3.8.2 B Fire Safety -B . Fire extinguishers with a minimum rating of 2A:10BC must be properly installed, serviced and maintained with current inspection tags at all times.
- Correction status
- Due by March 1, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 22 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 14 Fire Safety and Emergency Preparedness and Response, Pages 32-34)
- Official code
- 22-05
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- During the programs contract year, fire drills utilizing the approved alarm system were not conducted monthly at various dates and times when children were in care [the last fire drill was conducted on 9/18/23]. (Section 14.3, number 1) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, Licensing Counselor observed that the last fire drill was not conducted annually in that the last fire drill was conducted on 9/18/23. The provider brought this standard back into compliance at the time of the inspection by doing a fire drill with licensing counselor. During the inspection, CCR provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook 3.8.4 A-C Fire Drills A. During the facilitys license year, fire drills utilizing the alarm system, approved by the local fire authority, must be conducted monthly at various dates and times when children are in care. Child Care Facility Handbook Page | 28 B. When the facilitys approved fire alarm alert system is activa ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 22 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 14 Fire Safety and Emergency Preparedness and Response, Pages 32-34)
- Official code
- 22-06
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The ground cover or other protective surface under the [The ground was showing and in one area it was 4 inches. ] was not maintained at a minimum of six (6) inches in depth. (Section 11.2, number 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the inspection, Licensing Counselor observed on the playground the mulch under the fall zones were not 6 inches in depth. The ground was showing and in one area it was 4 inches. The director was given until April 27, 2024, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Counselor provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 3.12.D.1- Outdoor Equipment. D. Permanent or stationary playground equipment must have a fall/use zone that extends a minimum of 6 feet in all directions from the perimeter of the equipment. All types of ground cover must be maintained to provide resilience and reduce the incidence of injuries to children in the e ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by March 1, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 27 - Outdoor Equipment (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 11 Equipment and Furnishings, Pages 26-27)
- Official code
- 27-05
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Program personnel did not complete the required in-service training during the states fiscal year beginning July 1 and ending June 30. (Section 18.6, number 1) Training [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, the director advised that there are currently 5 employees. During the inspection, Licensing Counselor observed 5 of 5 employee records. When the Licensing Counselor was reviewing the files the Licensing Counselor seen the personnel did not complete their 10 in service for 22-23 year. The director was given until March 1, 2024, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Counselor provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.7 A-D Annual In-Service
- Correction status
- Due by March 1, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 28 - Training Requirements (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 18 Training Requirements, Pages 26-27)
- Official code
- 28-04
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The Florida Certificate of Immunization was not acceptable in that [The forms are expired] 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. (Section 19.2, number 2) Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, the director advised that there are currently 20 children enrolled. During the inspection, Licensing Counselor monitored 20 of the 20 children's records. Licensing Counselor found two children who had an expired immunization form. The director was given until March 1, 2024, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Counselor provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 F Immunization Records The child care facility is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed Florida Certification of Immunization form Part A-1, B, or C, DH 680, which is incorporated by refere ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by March 1, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 37 - Immunization Records (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 19.2 Record Keeping/Childrens Files, Page 47)
- Official code
- 37-02
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The Student Health Examination or equivalent health statement was not acceptable in that [it was expired]. 1.It was not current (over two years old). 2.It did not indicate results of all components included in DH Form 3040. 3.The exam was completed by a person without statutory authority to perform health exams. 4.The health statement was completed by an unauthorized professional. (Section 19.2, number 1) Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, the director advised that there are currently 20 children enrolled. During the inspection, Licensing Counselor monitored 20 of the 20 children's records. Licensing Counselor found two children who had an expired health form. The director was given until March 1, 2024, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Counselor provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 B Student Health Records The child care facility is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed Student Health Examination form DH 3040, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(q), F.A.C. a ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by March 1, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 38 - Student Health and Records (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 19.2 Record Keeping/Childrens Files, Page 46)
- Official code
- 38-02
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
Can you share more about the current training and support provided to staff regarding positive child guidance and discipline strategies?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an April 2026 inspection report included a finding regarding the use of physical discipline by staff. Asking about current guidance policies helps parents understand how the center supports staff in managing behavior in a positive way.
- Context
- The finding was noted as corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your current process for ensuring that all prescription medications brought to the center are properly labeled and stored according to safety requirements?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from February 2026 identified a concern regarding medication labeling. This question helps parents understand the current procedures for managing health needs and medications at the facility.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you maintain the playground equipment and outdoor play areas to ensure they remain clean and hazard-free for the children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records show multiple reports between 2025 and 2026 regarding the maintenance of outdoor play areas and equipment. This question allows the director to explain the current maintenance schedule and how they keep the outdoor environment ready for daily use.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps are taken to ensure that all food waste containers are properly managed and kept in a sanitary condition?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from recent 2026 inspections noted concerns regarding the use of proper lids on food waste containers. Asking about this helps parents understand the center's current commitment to maintaining a sanitary food preparation environment.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you ensure that all staff members are up to date on their required annual training and professional development?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records from 2024 and 2025 show findings related to staff training documentation. This question helps parents understand how the center tracks and verifies that all employees complete their required training on time.
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