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581 Berkley Rd, Auburndale FL 33823 · License #C10PO0360 · Center · Child Care Facility
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23-02 · Technical assistance was provided to ensure that fire inspections are completed annually. • This standard is back into compliance when fire inspection was completed. • Fire drills conducted 6/13/24, 7/31/24, 9/7/24, 10/31/24, 11/18/24, 12/20/24, 1/27/25, 2/14/25, and 4/30/25. • A fire drill was conducted today in the presence the licensing agency. • Emergency preparedness drill conducted 8/30/24 (inclement weather) and 3/31/25 (lockdown). • Fire inspection conducted 2/13/25. • Fire extinguisher serviced July 2024
At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the Facility failed have an annual fire inspection competed timely. Last year the fire inspection was completed on 1/19/24 and this year ono 2/13/25
Corrected Corrected by May 2, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
36-03 · Technical assistance was provided to ensure that adequate number of Child Care Personnel had cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) training. • The standard was brought back into compliance when several Child Care Personnel arrived with current cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)
At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the facility did not have adequate number of Child Care Personnel with cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) training
Corrected Corrected by May 2, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
37-02 · Technical assistance was provided to ensure that adequate number of Child Care Personnel had first aid training. • The standard was brought back into compliance when several Child Care Personnel arrived with current first aid
At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the facility did not have adequate number of Child Care Personnel with first aid training
Corrected Corrected by May 2, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
43-10 · Enrollment Information
At the time of the inspection, Licensing Specialist reviewed childrens files determined no parent received information about Distracted Adult brochure April 2025. Provider advised that the information was not provided to the parents in the month of April. Technical assistance was given to the provider as a reminder that the distracted adult brochure must be distributed twice annually only during the months of April & September. • This standard was brought back into compliance, as April has passed. • Provider advised that 99 children are enrolled, Licensing Specialist reviewed 37 childrens files (14 newly enrolled and 23 A-C)
Corrected Corrected by May 2, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
04-29 · Supervision
At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the older one year old classroom too dark at nap time. The specialist asked the staff to open the blinds all the way to illuminate the room while children are napping. TA was provided to ensure that there is adequate lighting during naptime while children are sleeping
Corrected Corrected by Dec 19, 2024
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
19-04 · Nap/Sleep Space Requirements
At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed children in the two and three year old mixed classroom next to infants with children sleeping near stacked chairs. The specialist advised that the stacked chairs placed next to children napping creates a potential hazard for children in care. The provider removed the chairs from near the children at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that children do not sleep near potential hazards or near furniture
Corrected Corrected by Dec 19, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
28-02 · Bottles, Breastmilk, Formula and Infant Food
At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed multiple childrens bottles and sippy cups not labeled or labeled with only the childrens first name and last initial. The provider had staff to label the bottles and sippy cups appropriately at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the childrens bottles and sippy cups provided from home are labeled with full first and last names
Corrected Corrected by Dec 19, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
33-16 · Training Requirements
At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist determined that the child care personnel listed on the supplemental did not complete School Readiness required preservice training courses, Health Safety and Nutrition in a school readiness program and Safety practices in a school readiness program. The staff started at the facility on 6/24/2024 but did not complete the training until 11/18/2024. The staff should have completed the training within 90 days of starting at the facility. TA was provided to ensure that child care personnel complete the required preservice training within 90 days
Corrected Corrected by Dec 19, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
42-01 · Student Health and Records
At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist determined that the children listed on the supplemental did not have a medical physical on file for Licensing to review within 30 days of enrollment at the facility. Both children started at the facility on 10/14/2024. TA was provided to ensure that the children have a medical physical on file by the due date
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.
12-02 · Facility Environment
At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the one year old classroom with the younger one year olds with a wall near the toy structures that had paint chipping on the lower area of the wall in reach of children in care. The counselor advised that the wall needs to be repainted. The counselor also observed multiple ceiling tiles throughout the facility that are stained with wet spots possibly caused by water damage. The provider advised that they have roof leaks and they are working to repair the roof and are changing the ceiling tiles out as needed as they become damaged. The provider advised they will get with maintenance. TA was provided to ensure that the facility is in good repair by the due date
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: physical safety. Open / not marked corrected.
17-07 · Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the younger childrens outdoor play area with the black fencing near the double gate doors not at base level. The counselor measure a gap of over 3 and a half inches at the bottom of the fencing. The counselor advised that the fence needs to be at base level with no gaps of more than 3 and a half inches present. TA was provided to ensure that the fence is lowered to eliminate the gap of more than 3 and a half inches by the due date
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: physical safety. Open / not marked corrected.
18-06 · Bedding and Linens
At the time of inspection, the counselor observed a childs mat that was not impermeable in the upstairs three year old classroom at the end of the hallway near the exit door. The mat was observed with several tears exposing the foam material causing it to not be sanitary. The provider had an extra mat that she swapped out for the childs mat that was impermeable at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the childrens nap mats are always impermeable to ensure they are sanitary
Corrected Corrected by Aug 28, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
24-09 · Food Preparation Area
At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the infant classroom preparing bottles in the classroom, but the classroom only had one handwash sink designated for diapering. The counselor advised the provider that because food preparation took place in a classroom an additional sink is required that reached 100 degrees Fahrenheit. The counselor and provider discussed other areas and procedures for preparing bottles. The provider stated that they will prepare bottles as needed in the caf area which has a sink going forward. TA was provided to ensure that the food preparation area has a sink that meet the requirement
Corrected Corrected by Aug 28, 2024
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
30-06 · Diapering
At the time of inspection, the counselor observed a diapering mat used in the two year old classroom downstairs next to infants that was not impermeable. The provider immediately removed the mat from the classroom, she advised they typically change the toddlers standing up in the restroom since they are potty training. TA was provided to ensure that the diapering surface is always impermeable
Corrected Corrected by Aug 28, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
32-03 · Outdoor Equipment
At the time of inspection, the counselor observed a plastic see saw dog with cotton ears that were ripped and exposing the cotton material that caused a choking hazard for toddlers. The provider immediately removed the equipment from the playground at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the outdoor equipment and toys remain safe and sanitary for use of children in care
Corrected Corrected by Aug 28, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
35-12 · Communicable Disease Control
At the time of inspection, the counselor determined that the child care personnel listed on the supplemental either did not complete exposure plan training before starting at the facility or did not complete the required training annually. The counselor and provider discussed the requirement and how to stay in compliance. The counselor answered all of the providers questions. TA was provided to ensure that all child care personnel complete the training and document on file by the due date
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.
45-07 · Background Screening Documents
At the time of inspection, the counselor determined that the child care personnel listed on the supplemental was not resubmitted in the Clearinghouse for eligibility to work in child care prior to starting at the facility. The staff left the industry 10/2023 and did not return to the industry until starting at the facility on 6/24/2024. TA was provided to ensure that the staff is resubmitted in Clearinghouse with an updated eligibility date by the due date
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: background checks. Open / not marked corrected.
44-04 · Personnel Records
At time of inspection, the counselor observed that the volunteer listed on the supplemental did not have a signed Child Abuse and Neglect form. The provider had the volunteer sign a Child Abuse and Neglect form today at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that all child care personnel and volunteers have a signed Child Abuse and Neglect form on file for review
Corrected Corrected by Jun 3, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
44-05 · Personnel Records
At the time of inspection, the counselor determined the volunteer listed on the supplemental on site at the facility volunteering but did not have a signed acknowledgement form on file prior to volunteering. The volunteer started volunteering on 5/28/2024. The provider had the volunteer sign a volunteer acknowledgement form today at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the volunteers have acknowledgement on file for Licensing to review
Corrected Corrected by Jun 3, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
44-06 · Personnel Records
At the time of inspection, the counselor determined the volunteer listed on the supplemental on site at the facility volunteering but did not have volunteer hours documented on file. The volunteer started volunteering on 5/28/2024. The provider had the volunteer complete a log documenting hours volunteered today at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the volunteers have hours documented on file for Licensing to review
Corrected Corrected by Jun 3, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
12-03 · Facility Environment
At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the wall near the window in the older one year old classroom downstairs with paint peeling. The counselor also observed the window seal of the same classroom with wood in the frame peeling and paint chipping. TA was provided to ensure that the area is repainted and repaired by the due date
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.
13-01 · Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons
At the time of inspection, the counselor observed a spray bottle in the upstairs three year old classroom that stored a liquid was not labeled. The counselor asked the provider what solution was in the bottle. The provider responded anti-bacterial soap and water. The counselor asked the staff to label the bottle. The counselor also observed a spray bottle in the kitchen that was not labeled. The provider advised that the solution stored in the bottle was fabuloso and water. The staff labeled the bottle at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure all spray bottles storing hazard material are labeled at all times
Corrected Corrected by Apr 30, 2024
Category: nutrition. Marked corrected in the state record.
25-08 · Meals and Snacks
At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the mini refrigerator/ freezer in the younger one year old classroom and the infant classroom with no thermometer. TA was provided to ensure that a thermometer is placed in the freezers by the due date
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: nutrition. Open / not marked corrected.
30-14 · Diapering
At the time of inspection, the counselor observed there were not diapering procedures posted in both one year old classrooms and the infant classroom downstairs. The provider posted diaper procedures at time of inspection. Also, the counselor observed the staff in the younger one year old classroom change a toddler's diaper, staff disinfected the surface and washed staff's hands but did not wash the child's hands. The counselor advised staff that she forgot to wash the child's hands as she was grabbing another toddler to change their diaper. Counselor instructed the additional staff in the classroom to wash the previous child's hands and any other children after diapering as noted in the diapering procedures. The additional staff washed the child's hands at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the diaper changing procedures are posted at all times
Corrected Corrected by Apr 30, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
32-07 · Outdoor Equipment
At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the older childrens playground stationary equipment with the green slide resilient surface of mulch not meeting the requirement of 6 inches in depth and 6 feet in perimeter. The mulch measured to 3 inches in depth. The provider raked mulch from another area that did not require a resilient surface to meet the 6 inches. The counselor remeasured the area and it measured 6 inches in depth and 6 feet in perimeter. was provided to ensure that the resilient surface meets the requirement at all times
Corrected Corrected by Apr 30, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
33-06 · Training Requirements
At the time of inspection, the counselor determined that the child care personnel listed on the supplemental did not complete 5 hr. literacy course within 12 months of employment in the industry. The staff started in the industry on 10/28/2022 and completed the 5 hr literacy course on 11/21/2023 but late. A was provided to ensure that child care personnel completes the course within 12 months of working in the industry
Corrected Corrected by Apr 30, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
33-09 · Training Requirements
At the time of inspection, the counselor determined that the child care personnel listed on the supplemental did not complete fire extinguisher training within 30 days of employment at the facility. TA was provided to ensure that the staff has documented completion of fire extinguisher training by the due date
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: recordkeeping. Open / not marked corrected.
37-06 · First Aid Requirements
At the time of inspection, the counselor observed the facilitys first aid kit incomplete. The kit was missing the following required items bottled water, soap and current CPR guidelines. TA was provided to ensure that the provider stocks the first aid kit with the missing items by the due date
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.
38-01 · Emergency Telephone Numbers
At the time of inspection, the counselor observed that the facilitys emergency numbers were missing the health department number and also has no written directions to the facility using a local landmark or major intersection. TA was provided to ensure provider has the missing information posted by the due date
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.
12-19 · Facility Environment
At the time of the inspection, the facility did not have a daily indoor checklist. A sample daily indoor checklist was reviewed and emailed to the provider on today's date for use going forward. The provider was reminded that indoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety and documented on a daily inspection log and any problems must be corrected before the play area is used by children
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.
32-04 · Outdoor Equipment
At the time of the inspection, the provider stated they did not have a physical environment log. A blank form was reviewed with the provider and a copy emailed on today's date for use going forward. The provider was reminded that maintenance must include inspections conducted each month and documentation of maintenance inspections must be kept for 12 months
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: recordkeeping. Open / not marked corrected.
33-03 · Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff start a class in Part 1 or Part 2 prior to the due date
At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed all staff files and determined that the staff listed on the supplemental had not started the required DCF 40 hour training within 90 days of employment/industry start date
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: recordkeeping. Open / not marked corrected.
41-02 · Technical assistance was given to the provider to obtain a current form from the parent/guardian prior to the due date
At the time of the inspection, the CCR counselor reviewed childrens files B - H and determined the child listed on the supplemental had an expired immunization record in their file
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.
25-02 · Technical assistance was provided to ensure that food for infants must be cut into pieces one fourth inch or smaller, food for toddlers must be cut into pieces a half of an inch or smaller to prevent choking. This applies to all food, even food provided by parents/guardians. The standard was brought back into compliance as the child had finished eating
At the time of inspection, Counselor observed an infant in a highchair eating food provided by the parent not cut one fourth of an inch or smaller. The child was eating tomato and squash wedges
Corrected Corrected by Sep 1, 2023
Category: nutrition. Marked corrected in the state record.
30-07 · Technical assistance was provided to ensure that only items related to diaper changing shall be stored in the diaper changing area or changing table. This standard was brought back into compliance when provider removed the items from the diaper changing area/table
At the time of inspection, Counselor observed cups and walking rope for toddler on the diaper changing table in the two-year-old classroom
Corrected Corrected by Sep 1, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
44-04 · Technical assistance was provided to ensure that the CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form are signed annually. This standard was brought back into compliance when Child Care Personnel signed the form today. Counselor reviewed all Child Care Personnel files, totaling 23
At the time of inspection, Counselor determined that the Child Care Personnel listed on supplemental did not have current CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form signed annually
Corrected Corrected by Sep 1, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
13-01 · Technical assistance was provided to ensure that spay bottles are labeled correctly. The standard was brought back into compliance when the provider labeled the spray bottles
At the time of inspection, Counselor observed spray bottles of chemicals in the 1-year-old 2-year-old classroom, infant classroom, and the upstairs bathroom without labels
Corrected Corrected by May 1, 2023
Category: nutrition. Marked corrected in the state record.
23-06 · Technical assistance was proved to ensure that fire drills are conducted using the approved alarm system. Fire drills conducted 2/16/23, 3/30/23, and 4/17/23. Emergency preparedness drill conducted 8/25/22 (inclement weather) and 1/30/23 (lockdown). A fire drill was conducted today in the presence the licensing agency. Fire extinguisher serviced July 2022
At the time of inspection, Provider completed fire drill using an alarm sound from a cell phone via handle held walkie talkie and not using the approved alarm system. Provider advised that fire drills are completed using this method
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: physical safety. Open / not marked corrected.
35-12 · Technical assistance was provided to ensure that documentation of exposure plan refresher is completed on an annual basis and maintained in personnel files
At the time of inspection, Counselor determined that all staff did not have documentation of annual refresher of exposure plan on file
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.
40-01 · Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all medication provided to children have a prescription or non-prescription medication authorization. The standard was brought back into compliance when provider obtained as signed medication authorization
At the time of inspection, Counselor determined that the child listed on the supplemental did not have a written prescription or non- prescription medication authorization on file
Corrected Corrected by May 1, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
12-01 · Facility Environment
All the air intake vents and air flow vents in the facility are dirty and need to be cleaned
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: physical safety. Open / not marked corrected.
12-02 · Facility Environment
At the time of the inspection, the ceiling tiles in the yellow, dark grey, teal, light grey and tan classrooms have water damage and are stained. The provider stated the roof has been repaired and she will have the ceiling tiles replaced
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: physical safety. Open / not marked corrected.