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Home › FL › Bradenton › Free To Grow Academy Inc
5304 7th St E, Bradenton FL 34203 · License #C12MA0349 · Center · Child Care Facility
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12-02 · Facility Environment
During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed in the hallway by the exit Door to the playground the blue double door closet the door on the right has a screw sticking out. In the hallway the corner of the wall by the bathroom the paint is peeling. In classroom 5 the door to the white and green cabinet(sink) is coming off the henge. The owner was given until March 14, 2023, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist 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 from health and safety hazards and from evidence of, or presence of, vermin infestation. Indoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety and documented on a daily inspection log. Outdoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety. Any problems must be corrected before the play area is used by children. Documentation of the indoor play area inspection must be maintained for 12 months
Generated from this facility's specific inspection record
Data synced from Florida DCF, Office of Child Care Regulation on Jul 8, 2026 · Source records · Report an error
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.
18-06 · Bedding and Linens
During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed in classrooms 4 and 5 there were mats that were ripped and exposing the foam. The owner was given until December 20, 2024, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 3.6.1,D- Bedding and Linens. Each child in care must be provided safe and sanitary bedding to be used when napping or sleeping. Nap bedding is not required for school-age children; however, the program must provide an area for children that choose to rest. D. Floor mats must be at least one-inch thick and covered with an impermeable surface
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.
23-02 · Fire Drills
The last fire drill was conducted on 11/20/24. During the inspection, a fire drill was conducted in the presence of the Licensing Specialist. The fire extinguisher certification(s) are valid until 11/2025. The annual fire inspection was conducted on 11/14/23. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the fire inspection was not conducted annually in that the last inspection was conducted on 11/14/23. The owner was given until December 4, 2024, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook 3.8.2 Fire Safety Unless statutorily exempted, all childcare facilities must conform to state standards adopted by the State Fire Marshal, Chapter 69A-36, F.A.C., Uniform Standards for Life Safety and Fire Prevention in Child Care Facilities. A copy of the current and approved annual fire inspection report completed by a certified fire inspector must be on file with the licensing authority. If the program is granted a fire inspection exemption by the local fire inspection office, the exemption must be documented and maintained on file at the program
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.
33-03 · Training Requirements
During the time of inspection, the Director advised the Licensing Specialist that there 7 employees. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 7 of the 7 employee records. REMINDER: In-service training for 2024/2025 fiscal year must be completed before July 1, 2025. The owner brought this standard back in compliance at the time of inspection by having her staff member start the classes. When the Licensing Specialist was reviewing the files the licensing specialist observed one personnel did not finish her 40-hour training. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 4.1 Beginning Training Childcare personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month must begin training within 90 days of employment in the childcare industry and successfully complete Departments training within 12 months from the date training begins. Training taken prior to employment in the childcare industry does not constitute begin training. The begin training timeframes begin at the time of employment in the childcare industry. Training completion may not exceed 15 months from the date of employment in the childcare industry in any licensed Florida childcare facility. This may be accomplished by classroom attendance in a department-approved training course, acquiring an educational exemption from a department-approved training course, beginning a department-approved online childcare training course, or by receiving results from a department-approved competency examination. The childcare program is responsible for obtaining training documentation from childcare personnel
Corrected Corrected by Nov 20, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
33-13 · Training Requirements
During the time of inspection, the Owner advised the Licensing Specialist that there 7 employees. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 7 of the 7 employee records. The owner was given until December 20, 2024, to come into compliance with this standard. When the Licensing Specialist was reviewing the files the licensing specialist observed one personnel did not their School Readiness training within the 90 days. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, School Readiness Program Health and Safety Standards Handbook Section 3.1 Preservice. 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 School Readiness provider within this initial 90 days. Personnel who have not completed all preservice training requirements are not allowed any unsupervised contact with or care of children in a School Readiness program
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.
30-10 · Diapering
During the time of inspection licensing specialist observed a trash can without a lid in the hallway between the 1 yr old and 2 yr old room. Licensing specialist observed teachers disposing of the soiled diapers in the can with no lid and photo was taken. Staff emptied the trash can, relined the can and placed the lid on the trash can during the inspection bringing this back into compliance. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 3.10.2, J Diapering Requirements Soiled or wet disposable diapers must be disposed of in a plastic lined, securely covered container that is not accessible to the children. The container must be emptied, cleaned and sanitized or disinfected, at least, daily
Corrected Corrected by Aug 22, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
17-07 · Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
At the time of inspection licensing specialist observed and photographed that fence along the backside of the playground behind the large tree was not at ground level. Be sure to have the fence panel at ground level by due date. TA The base of the fence must remain at ground level and be free from erosion or build-up to prevent inside and outside access by children or animals
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: physical safety. Open / not marked corrected.
24-16 · Food Preparation Area
At the time of inspection licensing specialist observed and photographed an open bag of Chex mix and an open bag of Cheez It crackers not stored properly in the kitchen area. Staff were able to place the open snacks into a ziploc bag bringing this standard back into compliance. TA Opened packages of perishable or leftover food items must be properly covered or sealed in containers or bags, labeled with the date, and properly stored and discarded within seven calendar days
Corrected Corrected by Apr 24, 2024
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
35-12 · Communicable Disease Control
At the time of inspection licensing specialist observed and photographed a new employee file that did not have documentation of exposure plan training. Be sure to have staff member educated and have documentation to the training added to the employee file. TA There are three common modes of transmission for the spread of microorganisms in child care settings: contact, droplet, and airborne. Many common infections encountered in the child care setting are transmitted by direct or indirect contact. Child care facilities shall develop a written exposure plan regarding universal safety precautions, recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), to follow in the event there is exposure to blood and potentially infectious fluids. Personnel are required to be educated on the facilitys exposure plan regarding standard precautions before beginning to work and annually thereafter. Written documentation that child care personnel have participated in the facilitys annual refresher education for the exposure plan and understand the proper procedures in the event there is exposure to blood and potentially infectious fluids must be retained for 12 months and be available for licensing to review
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.
09-06 · Planned Activities
At the time of inspection, licensing specialist observed and photographed the children in the one year old class watching an iPad video while teacher was changing diapers. The iPad was turned off bringing this back into compliance. TA per child care facility handbook: Activities do not include the use of electronic media for children under two years of age. Electronic media may only be used for educational purposes or physical activity for children 2 years of age and older for no more than 1 to 2 hours per day
Corrected Corrected by Dec 11, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
29-01 · Health and Sanitation
At the time of inspection, licensing specialist observed child care personnel used a baby wipe to wash her hands. TA per facility hand book hands must be washed and dried thoroughly after each diapering or toileting procedure, and all surfaces that have been touched must be cleaned and sanitized or disinfected to prevent the spread of germs. The owner spoke with staff member and she washed her hands using the handwashing sink
Corrected Corrected by Dec 11, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
29-03 · Health and Sanitation
At the time of inspection, licensing specialist observed staff cleaning a child's hands and face with a baby wipe instead of soap and water. Be sure to assist the children with hand washing using the hand washing sink in the classroom. The owner spoke with staff and reminded that hands must be washed in the handwashing sink with soap and water. Staff member washed her hands with soap and water. TA per child care facility handbook hands must be washed and dried thoroughly after each diapering or toileting procedure, and all surfaces that have been touched must be cleaned and sanitized or disinfected to prevent the spread of germs
Corrected Corrected by Dec 11, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
33-03 · Training Requirements
At time of inspection, licensing specialist observed that one staff member did not begin her 40 hours of training within 90 days of hire. Be sure to remind staff they must start training by the
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: recordkeeping. Open / not marked corrected.
35-12 · Communicable Disease Control
At time of inspection, licensing specialist observed there was no documentation for annual refresher of the center's exposure plan. Be sure to have all staff trained in the facility's exposure plan by due date. TA per child care handbook written documentation that child care personnel have participated in the facilitys annual refresher education for the exposure plan and understand the proper procedures in the event there is exposure to blood and potentially infectious fluids must be retained for 12 months and be available for licensing to review
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.
37-06 · First Aid Requirements
At the time of inspection, licensing specialist observed that the first aid kit was missing first aid tape and gloves. Gloves were added and be sure to replace it by due date. TA per child care handbook each kit must be kept in a closed container and labeled First Aid and must, at a minimum, include: 1. Soap and hand sanitizer (to be used with supervision if hands are not visibly soiled and if no water is present), 2. Adhesive bandages, 3. Disposable, non-porous gloves, 4. Cotton balls or applicators, 5. Sterile gauze pads or rolls, 6. Adhesive tape, 7. Digital thermometer, 8. Tweezers, 9. Pre-moistened wipes, 10. Scissors, 11. Bottled water (for cleaning wounds or eyes), and 12. A current resource guide on first aid and CPR procedures
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.
36-02 · CPR Requirements
AT time of reinspection, two staff members had CPR certification certificates from the American Red Cross dated for 8/8/2023. BE sure to have a third staff member with CPR certification on file. TA was given in that a minimum of 3 staff members must have CPR certification on site at all times. BE sure to have the third staff member's certificate on site by due date
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.
37-07 · First Aid Requirements
At time of reinspection, no staff members had certification of first aid training on file. Be sure to have staff take first aid training and have their certificates of completion on file. TA was given in that facility must have 3 members at all times trained in first aid according to CCF handbook. Be sure to have their certificates on file by due date
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.
12-18 · Facility Environment
At time of inspection, counselor observed an outlet cover missing in the VPK/Sacc room behind the building shelf under the tv as well as in the first classroom that was not being used at time of inspection (signage states 1 yr old class) but outlet covers were missing and current lesson plans from the previous week were posted in this room. Photos were taken. The tv has an extension cord and the cord is just laying on the ground under the block/building manipulative storage area in the VPK classroom. The director replaced the outlet covers and taped the extension cord to the wall out of reach of children
Corrected Corrected by Aug 7, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
13-02 · Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons
At time of inspection, counselor observed and photographed the kitchen area is open. There is a door to the kitchen but counselor did not observe the door being closed at any time during the inspection. No lock is on the door. There were bottles of GOO Gone, Hand sanitizer, and other chemicals stored under the 3-sink station that have no child locks. Be sure to have the cabinets locked by due date
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: nutrition. Open / not marked corrected.
17-07 · Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
At time of inspection counselor observed one section of the playground fence that had a large gap at bottom of the fence. Photos were taken. Be sure to close the gap of the fence and be sure that no nails are exposed by
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: physical safety. Open / not marked corrected.
28-02 · Bottles, Breastmilk, Formula and Infant Food
At the time of inspection, counselor observed and photographed children sippy cups stored in the kitchen refrigerator with no children's name on them. Be sure to label all sippy cups with first and last names at the time of arrival if parents do not label the cups. Staff added the names to all the cups and TA was given to director to be sure to let all staff know to label the cups every day at arrival
Corrected Corrected by Aug 7, 2023
Category: nutrition. Marked corrected in the state record.
29-16 · Health and Sanitation
At time of inspection, only the kitchen and the one-year-old back classroom had signage posted stating how and when to wash hands. Director posted signage at time of inspection at the other handwashing sinks resolving this issue at time of inspection
Corrected Corrected by Aug 7, 2023
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
30-06 · Diapering
At time of inspection, counselor observed and photographed the diaper changing pad in the one-year-old back classroom had a tear in the pad making the surface impermeable. Be sure to replace the changing pad by due date
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.
32-07 · Outdoor Equipment
The mulch under the bouncing seats was not 6" deep. Be sure to add mulch to areas around the stationary equipment by due date
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.
36-01 · CPR Requirements
At time of inspection, no staff members had a valid CPR certification. One staff member did have the curriculum refresher but did not have skills demonstrating CPR portion completed. Be sure to have staff members certified in CPR present during all hours of operation by due date
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: ratio. Open / not marked corrected.
37-01 · First Aid Requirements
At time of inspection, no staff members were present with current first aid certification. Be sure to have present at all times with proper certification by due date
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.
11-03 · Child Discipline
CCRC on 2/1/23 commenced investigation from the ELC based on class observation by the ELC on 1/30/23. It was noted that the discipline policy was not being followed as it was stated they use a time out chair "thinking spot" based on the age of the child. Second round of interviews conducted by the RSPM. Two children were interviewed and both alleged "getting in trouble" or being sent to the "thinking spot" when they didn't follow the rules
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: recordkeeping. Open / not marked corrected.
39-05 · Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation
CCRC observed that the accident/incident report was written in procare however the parent was not given an accident/incident report to sign on day of incident. T.A. Per the CCF Handbook; 6.4 Accident/Incident Notification: A. All accidents and incidents or unusual occurrences that are threatening to the health, safety, or welfare of a child that occur while the child is in care must be documented on the same day they occur. B. This documentation must be shared with the custodial parent or legal guardian on the date of occurrence. C. Documentation must include the name of the affected party, date and time of the occurrence, description of the occurrence, actions taken and by whom, and appropriate signatures of program child care personnel and the custodial parent or legal guardian. Program child care personnel signatures may include the director/child care personnel that witnessed the incident, who were involved in the incident, and/or responded to the childs needs. Child and parent have not returned to the facility
Corrected Corrected by Jan 30, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.