20-02 · Technical assistance was given to the director to let her know that there needs to be an adequate number of cribs, portable cribs or playpens with sides for the number of children up to one-year old in care. The director immediately gather staff to assist in moving the correct number of cribs into the infant room

April 28, 2025, the LS and the GOC observed the infant room in which there were 10 infants to one-year-olds and only 3 cribs. Picture taken

Corrected Corrected by Apr 28, 2025

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

46-03 · Technical assistance was given to the teacher and the director to ensure that each child is wrote on the attendance and the time is recorded when they arrive and depart

April 28, 2025, the LS and the GOC observed in the infants to one-year-old room that one of the children was not wrote in on the class attendance sheet. There were 10 children in the classroom and the attendance only showed 9 children

Corrected Corrected by Apr 28, 2025

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

45-05 · Background Screening Documents

At time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed 3 staff records did not have documentation of five years of employment history in the file. The Licensing Specialist took pictures. The Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance from the handbook 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 attempts to obtain employment history information. Failed attempts to obtain employment history must be documented in the personnel file and include date, time, and the reason the information was not obtained

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: background checks. Open / not marked corrected.

03-01 · Ratio Sufficient

The Licensing Specialist observed ratio at time of inspection AT Nap time Staff/children 2/14 Age 1-2 (8 Age 1 and 6 Age 2) 3/10 Infants - Age 1 1/8 Age 4-5 1/4 Age 3 Second Corrected Ratio 3/14 Age 1-2 (8 Age 1 and 6 Age 2) 3/10 Infants - Age 1 1/8 Age 4-5 1/4 Age 3 The Licensing Specialist gave Technical Assistance to the staff responsible for the center during the visit about the importance of maintaining the correct staff-to-child ratio at all times. An additional teacher was added to the classroom placing the facility back in compliance. The Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance from Statue Section 402.305(4), F.S., 4) STAFF-TO-CHILDREN RATIO. (a) Minimum standards for the care of children in a licensed child care facility as established by rule of the department must include: 1. For children from birth through 1 year of age, there must be one child care personnel for every four children. 2. For children 1 year of age or older, but under 2 years of age, there must be one child care personnel for every six children. 3. For children 2 years of age or older, but under 3 years of age, there must be one child care personnel for every 11 children. 4. For children 3 years of age or older, but under 4 years of age, there must be one child care personnel for every 15 children. 5. For children 4 years of age or older, but under 5 years of age, there must be one child care personnel for every 20 children. 6. For children 5 years of age or older, there must be one child care personnel for every 25 children. 7. When children 2 years of age and older are in care, the staff-to-children ratio shall be based on the age group with the largest number of children within the group. Info in handbook 2.3 Ratios The staff-to-child ratio, as established in Section 402.305(4), F.S., is based on primary responsibility for the direct supervision of children and applies at all times while children are in care. 2.3.1 Mixed Age Groups A. In groups of mixed age ranges, where children under one year of age are included, one child care personnel must be responsible for no more than four children of any age group, at all times. B. In groups of mixed age ranges, where children one year of age but under two years of age are included, one child care personnel must be responsible for no more than six children of any age group, at all times

Corrected Corrected by Apr 28, 2025

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

41-02 · Immunization Records

At the time of the inspection, the specialist observed one child's file had an expired immunization record. The Licensing Specialist took pictures. The Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance from the handbook Section 7.1, 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 reference in 65C-22.001(7)(o), F.A.C., or the Religious Exemption from Immunization form, DH 681, which is incorporated by reference in 65C22.001(7)(p), F.A.C., from the custodial parent or legal guardian. DH Form 680 and DH Form 681 may be obtained from the local county health department. Specific immunization requirements are included and detailed in the most current edition of the Immunization Guidelines-Florida Schools, Child Care Facilities and Family Day Care Homes as promulgated by the Florida Department of Health. A. Immunizations received out-of-state are acceptable; however, immunizations must be documented on the Florida Certification of Immunization form and must be signed by a physician practicing in the State of Florida

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

33-13 · Training Requirements

At time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed one staff member did not complete School Readiness training within 90 days of hire. The Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance provided Within 90 days of initial employment with any SR provider, new hires and current pre-service trainees must complete all required pre-service training by successfully completing one of the options below: Option 1 (DCF courses, plus corresponding exams) Existing courses available now under the Child Care Facility Part 1 heading for $10 per course: Health, Safety and Nutrition (8 hours) Child Growth and Development (6 hours) Behavioral Observation and Screening (6 hours) Identifying and Reporting Child Abuse and Neglect (4 hours) PLUS Health and Nutrition in the School Readiness Program (4 hours) Safety Practices in the School Readiness Program (5 hours) OR Option 2 (DEL Florida Early Childhood PD Registry) New courses available under the School Readiness Pre-Service heading for free: Child Development in the School Readiness Program (4 hours) Health and Nutrition in the School Readiness Program (4 hours) Safe Sleep Practices in Child Care (2 hours; not required for school-age only programs) Safety Practices in the School Readiness Program (5 hours) Transportation Safety in Child Care Programs (2 hours; if applicable) Please note, SR child care personnel with exemptions from completing the DCF introductory child care training based on educational credentials or passing of competency examinations per s. 402.305(2), F.S., must also complete all mandated pre-service training in option 1 or option 2 by June 30, 2024, or within 90 days of initial employment

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.

42-02 · Student Health and Records

At time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed One child had an non current student health examination form. The Licensing Specialist took pictures. The Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance from the handbook. Section 7.2, 7.2 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. and may be obtained from the local county health department, the parent or legal guardian, or a signed statement by authorized professionals that indicate the results of the components of the Student Health Examination form are included in the health examination. A. The Student Health Examination shall be completed by a person given statutory authority to perform health examinations. B. The Student Health Examination or the signed statement is valid for two years from the date the physical was performed. An up-to-date version must be on file for as long as the child is enrolled at the facility. C. If the custodial parents or legal guardians fail to provide the documentation required above within 30 days of enrollment, the facility shall not allow the child to remain in the program

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

23-01 · Fire Drills

The last fire drill 4/5/2024. Last approved fire report 4/17/2023. At the time of the inspection the last approved annual fire inspection was dated 4/17/204. Advised the license will be issued as provisional until the new approved report with no violations is provided. Extended the due based on the time frame for compliance in the report provided from the local fire authority Provided technical assistance from the handbook 3.8.2 Fire Safety A. Unless statutorily exempted, all child care 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: recordkeeping. Open / not marked corrected.

28-02 · Bottles, Breastmilk, Formula and Infant Food

At the time of the inspection, the counselor observed that bottles in both infant rooms were not labeled with both the first and last name of the child. During the inspection the staff labeled all the bottles that were missing any information with the first and last name of the child. The counselor observed the labeled bottles with both the first and last name before leaving the facility. Provided technical assistance form the handbook Section 3.9.5 Food Handling B. Bottles and sippy cups brought from home shall be individually labeled with the child's first and last name and shall be returned to the custodial parent or legal guardian daily

Corrected Corrected by May 6, 2024

Category: nutrition. Marked corrected in the state record.

40-59 · Medication

children must havetwo credentialed child care personnel, and so on. The licensing authority will calculate the number of credentialed personnel required based on daily attendance. C. Child care personnel meeting the staff credential requirement must work at the facility a minimum of 20 hours per week, excluding naptime. A credentialed child care personnel must be on-site during all operational hours for those facilities that operate 20 hours or less per week

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: ratio. Open / not marked corrected.

33-13 · Training Requirements

At the time of the inspection, the counselor observed one staff member did not complete School Readiness training within 90 days of hire. Reviewed the school readiness handbook Section 3.2 pages 7,8, and 9

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.

40-59 · Medication

children must have two credentialed child care personnel, and so on. The licensing authority will calculate the number of credentialed personnel required based on daily attendance. C. Child care personnel meeting the staff credential requirement must work at the facility a minimum of 20 hours per week, excluding naptime. A credentialed child care personnel must be on-site during all operational hours for those facilities that operate 20 hours or less per week

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: ratio. Open / not marked corrected.

42-01 · Student Health and Records

At the time of the inspection, the counselor observed one child's file did not have a current Student Health Examination within 30 days of Enrollment. Provided technical assistance from the handbook. Section 7.2, 7.2 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. and may be obtained from the local county health department, the parent or legal guardian, or a signed statement by authorized professionals that indicate the results of the components of the Student Health Examination form are included in the health examination. A. The Student Health Examination shall be completed by a person given statutory authority to perform health examinations. B. The Student Health Examination or the signed statement is valid for two years from the date the physical was performed. An up-to-date version must be on file for as long as the child is enrolled at the facility. C. If the custodial parents or legal guardians fail to provide the documentation required above within 30 days of enrollment, the facility shall not allow the child to remain in the program

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

33-03 · Training Requirements

At the time of the inspection the counselor observed 2 staff records did not have documentation of starting training within 90 days of hire. Provided technical assistance from the handbook Section 4.1 Beginning Training Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month must begin training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry and successfully complete departments training within 12 months from the date training begins. Training taken prior to employment in the child care industry does not constitute begin training. The begin training timeframes begin at the time of employment in the child care industry. Training completion may not exceed 15 months from the date of employment in the child care industry in any licensed Florida child care 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 child care training course, or by receiving results from a Department-approved competency examination. The child care program is responsible for obtaining training documentation from child care personnel

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: recordkeeping. Open / not marked corrected.