18-07 · Technical assistance was provided to the director to explain that the children should be placed on the appropriately sized cots when resting and sleeping

May 30, 2025, the two members of another agent of the department observed children in the three & four year old classroom resting on cots that were not the appropriate size for them

Corrected Corrected by Jun 3, 2025

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

44-05 · Technical assistance was provided to the director to explain that a volunteer acknowledgement form must be filled out and kept in a file for all volunteers

May 30, 2025, the facility had a person at the facility that is not listed on the staff roster as a teacher or staff. The director stated that she is a volunteer, however she does not have the proper documentation for her to be a volunteer

Corrected Corrected by Jun 3, 2025

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

44-06 · Technical assistance was provided to the director to explain that the volunteers' hours must be documented and monitored so that if the volunteer goes over the allotted 10 hours per month, the appropriate training can be done

June 3, 2025, the LS and the GOC1 noted that on May 30, 2025, there were two personnel at the facility that are not on the staff roster as teachers or staff. The director stated that they are volunteers, and she did not have written documentation for the hours that either of the volunteers have been at the facility

Corrected Corrected by Jun 3, 2025

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

23-02 · Fire Drills

During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored the Fire Drill Log and observed documentation of the last fire drill having been conducted on 2/12/2025. The last approved fire inspection for this facility was dated 11/30/2023 and it is currently expired. The fire extinguisher certifications are valid until 4/2025. Licensing Specialist (LS) Provided Technical Assistance (TA) to the director explaining that the annual fire inspection is valid for 1 year from the time of completion and must not expire. An updated fire inspection must be completed by the

Corrected Corrected by Mar 10, 2025

Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.

24-18 · Food Preparation Area

Licensing Specialist (LS) provided TA to the Director in regards to discarding expired food. Stored food must be consumed or discarded on or before the expiration dates listed by the manufacturer. Food in the refrigerator and shelves was expired (Pictures were taken). Staff responsible for the kitchen discarded all expired food during the inspection visit, thus placing this standard back in compliance

Corrected Corrected by Mar 10, 2025

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

33-13 · Training Requirements

During the inspection visit Licensing Specialist (LS) observed that the staff member listed on the supplemental did not complete the preservice training requirement. LS provided technical assistance to the director explaining that all pre-service training requirements must be completed by all program personnel, volunteers and substitutes, each as defined in the handbook, within 90 days of initial employment with any provider participating in the school readiness program

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.

45-09 · Background Screening Documents

The facility is responsible for adding child care personnel to their Employee Roster in the Clearinghouse within 5 days of when the individual has received a child care eligible result and has been hired at the facility. The facility is also, responsible for adding an end date for individuals on the Employee Roster in the Clearinghouse within 5 days of the employment termination. The Individuals listed on the supplemental page need to be either added or removed from the Employee Roster in the Clearinghouse. LS gave TA to the director in reference to maintaining a current Employee Roster in the Clearinghouse

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: background checks. Open / not marked corrected.

04-05 · Technical assistance was provided by ELC and the director and the teacher were explained the importance of proper supervision at all times while the facility is open. Technical assistance provided by GOC 1 that personnel must be within sight and hearing of all the children during nap time

On February 26, 2025, it was observed by the ELC that the three-year-old room was left unattended while 12 children were napping at approximately 1:35pm

Corrected Corrected by Feb 28, 2025

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

30-07 · Diapering

On the day of the investigation, February 28, 2025, it was observed by the Licensing Specialist and the Government Operations Consultant 1, that there are items being stored under the changing table in the one year old room that are not related to diapering. The director was provided technical assistance and it was discussed that only items related to diapering can be stored under the changing table

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: ratio. Open / not marked corrected.

12-01 · Technical assistance was given to the director and the importance of cleaning these areas was addressed. Pictures are provided

On the day of the investigation, February 19, 2025, it was observed by the LS and GOC1 that several of the vents throughout the classrooms and hallways were not clean and have a layer of dust that needs cleaning. In addition, the ceiling fans throughout the building have a layer of dust that needs to be cleaned

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: physical safety. Open / not marked corrected.

12-02 · Facility Environment

It was observed on February 14, 2025 by ELC that the light wasn't completely attached to the ceiling. Pictures were provided. It was observed again by the GOC 1 and the LS on February 19, 2025 during the investigation, that the light housing for the ceiling light was falling on one side. There was a gap between the light housing and the ceiling. The GOC 1 took pictures. The GOC 1 gave technical assistance so that the director understands the danger of the hanging light and it was requested the fixture be fixed and documented to the GOC 1 to show that it has been completed. The director expressed understanding of this information

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: physical safety. Open / not marked corrected.

12-10 · Technical assistance was given to the director to explain the dangers of insulation being inhaled by children and workers in this environment. The director was advised to remove the insulation from the vent. Pictures are provided

During the investigation on February 19, 2025 it was observed by the LS and the GOC1 that the AC is blowing through some insulation in a vent on the ceiling in the community room

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

18-04 · Bedding and Linens

An onsite visit this date confirms that the mattresses in the playpens were not one inch thick, impermeable, and didn't fit well within the playpen posing a threat to the health and safety of the children. Two Licensing Specialist observed a playpen in the infant room with a loose fitting sheet and a foam pad under that was exposed (Pictures was taken). Another two playpens used for infants were observed no having tight fitted sheets and with excess bedding (Pictures were taken). The LS provided technical assistance to the staff and director explaining that the bedding should be sanitary and not pose a threat to the health, safety or well-being of a child in care

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

03-01 · Ratio Sufficient

On January 30, 2025 it was observed by the ELC that there was 1 teacher to 10 one year old's in the one year old classroom. Technical assistance was provided by ELC to explain the proper ratio for the one year olds is 1 teacher to 6 children. Please ensure the proper ratio is kept during all hours of operation. Ratios observed by the Licensing Specialist and the Government Operations Consultant 1 on February 3, 2025 are as follows: 2:3 Infants 3:9 age One year olds 1:9 age Two's and Three's 1:9 age Two's and Three's 1:13 age Three's and Four's 1:14 age Four's and Five's

Corrected Corrected by Feb 3, 2025

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

12-01 · Technical assistance was provided to the director, she was explained that this could be hazard for the children. The director was instructed to keep the floor free of debris. Pictures were taken on the day of the inspection

On the day of the investigation, February 3, 2025, there were areas of the infant classroom in which toys were observed laying on the floor. There was a block underneath the rug

Corrected Corrected by Feb 3, 2025

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

14-01 · Lighting, Temperature, and Ventilation

On the day of the inspection, February 3, 2024, the three year old classroom was observed by the LS and the GOC1 to have a desk lamp while the overhead lights were not working. This was also observed by ELC during their inspection on January 30, 2025. The director was provided with technical assistance and explained that the classrooms needs sufficient lighting. Pictures were taken on the day of the inspection

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: physical safety. Open / not marked corrected.

15-05 · Licensed Capacity

On the day of the investigation, February 3, 2025, GOC 1 and LS observed in the three year old classroom that there was no capacity signage posted. When the director was asked what her capacity is for that room, she stated that it was 8. On the day of the inspection, 9 children were observed in this room. The LS spoke with the director and provided technical assistance to explain that there were too many children in the room for the room's capacity. The director noted that there were signs on the table in the office ready to be put up, however it has not been done as yet. In addition, the director immediately went over and removed one of the children placing him/her in another classroom so as to be in capacity. Pictures were taken on the day of the inspection

Corrected Corrected by Feb 3, 2025

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

18-12 · Bedding and Linens

On the day of the inspection February 3, 2025, the blankets in the two-three year old room were observed by the LS and the GOC1 to be on top of each other touching and not separated. The teacher for the classroom was provided technical assistance as well as the director so that each child's blanket and bedding is stored separately and in a sanitary manner. Pictures were taken on the day of the inspection

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: physical safety. Open / not marked corrected.

19-02 · Nap/Sleep Space Requirements

On January 30, 2025 it was observed by ELC that the cots in the three & four year old classroom were not 18 inches apart. Technical assistance was provided to the director ensuring a minimum distance of 18" maintained between each napping/sleeping space. Pictures were taken on the day of the inspection

Corrected Corrected by Feb 3, 2025

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

23-23 · Fire Drills

On the day of the inspection, February 3, 2025, it was observed by the LS and the GOC1 that the one year old classroom gate was being held closed with a zip tie. The teacher was provided technical assistance and it was cut open and taken off. The director was also given technical assistance and explained the importance of not blocking the exit area. Pictures were taken on the day of the inspection

Corrected Corrected by Feb 3, 2025

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

03-01 · Ratio Sufficient

The Licensing Specialist (LS) observed five infants with one staff member, and a second staff member arrived, so it was completed at the time of the inspection. The LS provided technical assistance, so it was completed at the time of the inspection, explaining that the ratio for infants is 1:4. Please ensure enough staff during all hours of operation. Rations after corrections: 2:5 infants 1:4 age 1-2 3:24 age 3-5

Corrected Corrected by Dec 18, 2024

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

04-01 · Supervision

The LS observed two four-year-olds walking alone from the main entrance in the hallway to the four-year-old classroom without staff supervision during drop-off. The LS provided technical assistance, which was completed during the inspection, explaining that children must be supervised at all times

Corrected Corrected by Dec 18, 2024

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

04-09 · Supervision

The LS observed a three-year-old child being placed in a high chair for discipline purposes as a "time out." The staff removed the child from the chair; thus, it was completed at the time of the inspection. Also, in the infant room, two infants were observed placed in the high chairs while not eating; the staff removed the infants from the table; thus, it was completed at the time of the inspection. The LS provided technical assistance explaining high chairs must be used for feeding only. It was discussed with the director that better discipline practices according to the facility protocol and age must be followed, as well as the CCF Handbook regarding discipline

Corrected Corrected by Dec 18, 2024

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

11-03 · Child Discipline

The LS observed a staff member confine a child in a highchair as a discipline and time-out method. This action is against DCF policy and not in accordance with the program's written facility disciplinary policy. The LS provided technical assistance and spoke with the staff members and the director, explaining that using highchairs for discipline is not allowed and reminding them to follow their discipline policies. The action was resolved at the time of the inspection

Corrected Corrected by Dec 18, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

14-01 · Lighting, Temperature, and Ventilation

The lights in the infant room were off, and it was very dark. Also, some children were awake and seated at the feeding table. The staff turned on the lights; thus, it was completed at the time of the inspection. The LS provided technical assistance explaining lighting must be sufficient to supervise the children at all times

Corrected Corrected by Dec 18, 2024

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

18-04 · Bedding and Linens

The LS observed playpens for the infants who did not have mattresses. Children were sleeping on a hard surface made of wood wrapped with cloth. The LS provided technical assistance that the mattress for playpen materials is one inch thick, impermeable, and fits well within the playpen

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

20-04 · Crib Requirements

The LS observed two infants sleeping in car seats. The staff placed the infants in the playpens; thus, it was completed during the inspection. The LS provided technical assistance explaining infants must sleep in cribs and playpens, but car seats are not allowed for sleeping areas because they pose a suffocation risk

Corrected Corrected by Dec 18, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

45-02 · Background Screening Documents

The staff noted on the supplemental did not have a level two background screening. The LS provided technical assistance from the CCF Handbook 7.4.1, C. A copy of the eligible results, for the Level 2 screening, generated from the Clearinghouse must be on record for each personnel

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: background checks. Open / not marked corrected.

33-01 · Training Requirements

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. The staff members noted on the supplemental page did not complete the Departments training within 12 months from the day employment began in the child care industry. The Licensing (LS) observed an employee listed as other personnel in the classroom and in direct contact with the children. LS explained to the director that since this individual listed on the supplemental was in contact with the children training will be required or she cannot be allowed in the classroom in direct contact with the children. Director explained that this individual will no longer be in the classroom assisting children

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: recordkeeping. Open / not marked corrected.

33-06 · Technical assistance was given to the Director. Director was advised to have the staff member complete the training

Pursuant to Section 402.305(2)(e)5., F.S., all child care personnel must complete a single course of training in early literacy and language development of children ages birth through five years that is a minimum of five clock hours or .5 CEUs. Early literacy training must be completed within 12 months of date of employment in the child care industry. Proof of completion may be documented on a certificate of course completion, classroom transcript, or diploma. Child care personnel must complete one of the following: The staff members noted on the supplemental page did complete the Department approved-five hour early literacy and language development course for child care personnel within 12 months of date of employment in child care industry

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: recordkeeping. Open / not marked corrected.

45-07 · Background Screening Documents

A screening conducted under this rule is valid for five years, at which time a re-screen must be conducted in the same manner as the initial screening. A. The five-year re-screen is required for all child care personnel. B. The five-year re-screen must include, at a minimum, a criminal records check (both national and statewide), a sexual predator and sexual offender registry search, and child abuse and neglect history of any state in which an individual resided during the preceding 5 years. The employee listed on the supplemental page did not have a current background screening. Licensing Specialist (LS) gave Technical Assistance (TA) to the person in charge in reference to having employees with the proper screening. The director informed LS that this employee won't be returning until she has her current cleared background results

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: background checks. Open / not marked corrected.

04-07 · Supervision

Infants must be held for bottle feedings until they are developmentally ready to sit in an age appropriate chair with good head control. Children must not be left in high chairs or other types of feeding chairs other than during feeding times. The use of safety straps is required to prevent children from falling out of the high chair. Licensing Specialist (LS) observed an infant sitting in a bouncing chair with a bottle wrapped in a blanket (Pictures were taken). Technical Assistance (TA)A was giving to the staff member and director. This was corrected at time of inspection

Corrected Corrected by Nov 5, 2024

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

12-02 · Facility Environment

Licensing Specialist observed a cabinet in a bathroom in one of the classrooms not currently being used by children, with a broken cabinet, door was totality loose. However, even though the children are not using this room currently they can easily access the room because the gate to the room was open (Pictures were taken) Licensing Specialist discussed this with the director and technical assistance was provided reminding staff of the importance in keeping the facility in good repair to avoid accidents. Gate was closed at time of inspection, thus this item was marked back into compliance

Corrected Corrected by Nov 5, 2024

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

13-02 · Technical assistance was provided to the director, and the spray was removed and gate was closed. This standard is back in compliance

LS observed a potentially harmful item, Air freshener, on top of a cabinet accessible to children (Picture was taken). This was observed in a bathroom in one of the classrooms not currently being used by children. However, even though the children are not using this room currently they can easily access the room because the gate to the room was open (Pictures were taken)

Corrected Corrected by Nov 5, 2024

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

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

Bottles and sippy cups brought from home shall be individually labeled with the childs first and last name and shall be returned to the custodial parent or legal guardian daily. LS observed sippy cups and infant bottles brough from home not labeled with child's first and first and last name (Pictures were taken). The staff person and director were educated by the licensing specialist on the requirement for last and first names on cups and bottles brought from home. The staff person then correctly labeled the items, thus this regulation is marked back into compliance

Corrected Corrected by Nov 5, 2024

Category: nutrition. Marked corrected in the state record.

28-13 · Bottles, Breastmilk, Formula and Infant Food

A bottle can only be warmed once. A warmed bottle cannot be returned to the refrigerator or re-warmed. LS observed the staff member saving a bottle that had already been heated, because there was some milk left in it. The staff member explained to the LS that she does that because milk was left and the infant can drink it later. LS gave TA to the staff member and director explaining that bottles cannot be returned to the refrigerator or re-warmed. Bottles were emptied at time of inspection, thus this item was marked back into compliance

Corrected Corrected by Nov 5, 2024

Category: nutrition. Marked corrected in the state record.

33-01 · Training Requirements

Child care personnel must successfully complete 40 hours of child care training as evidenced by successful completion of competency examinations offered by the Department or its designated representative with a weighted score of 70 or better. Child care personnel who successfully completed the mandatory 40-hour Introductory Child Care Training prior to January 1, 2004 are not required to fulfill the competency examination requirement. A. Part I Courses (30 Hours) Child care personnel must complete all of the following: ? Child Care Facility Rules and Regulations ? Health, Safety and Nutrition ? Identifying and Reporting Child Abuse and Neglect ? Child Growth and Development ? Behavioral Observation and Screening Part II Courses (10 Hours) Child care personnel must also complete 10 hours of the following Part II courses: ? Special Needs Appropriate Practices (10 hours), or ? Understanding Developmentally Appropriate Practices (5 hours) and one of the following courses: 1. Infant and Toddler Appropriate Practices (5 hours) 2. Preschool Appropriate Practices (5 hours) 3. School- Age Appropriate Practices (5 hours) The staff member noted on the supplemental who started in the child care industry on 1/25/2023 has not completed the Introduction Course. LS provided technical assistance explaining that training must be completed within 12 months from the day employment begins in the child care industry. Director was advised to have the staff member complete the training

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: background checks. Open / not marked corrected.

33-06 · Training Requirements

The facility did not have documentation to show completion of a Department approved five-hour early literacy and language development course for child care personnel listed on the supplemental page within 12 months of date of employment in child care industry. Technical assistance was given to the Director by the LS. Director was advised to have the staff member complete the training

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: recordkeeping. Open / not marked corrected.

12-01 · Technical assistance was provided. Photos were taken

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. Area rugs throughout the facility need to be cleaned, it looks like something was spilled on them

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

46-02 · Daily Attendance

Daily attendance of children must be taken and recorded accurately by the child care personnel, documenting the time when each child enters and departs the program. The custodial parent or guardian may document the time when his/her child enters and departs the child care facility or program. However, child care facility personnel are responsible for ensuring that attendance records are complete and accurate. The attendance records were missing time of arrival for all children. Pictures were taken. CCRC gave TA to teachers and director on the importance of signing every child in and out of the center. The teachers corrected this at time of inspection placing this standard back in compliance

Corrected Corrected by Mar 8, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

03-01 · Ratio Sufficient

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. In the 1 and 2 year old classroom child care regulation counselor observed 1 teacher to 9 children ages 1 & 2. TA was given to the staff member and the director. Another staff member came into the classroom placing this standard back in compliance. 1:16 Children ages 2 & 3 out of ratio (Corrected to 1:15 Children during this inspection visit). 2:8 Children age 1 1:4 Infants 2:13 Children ages 3 & 4 2:16 ages 4 & 5

Corrected Corrected by Nov 6, 2023

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

46-01 · Technical assistance was given by the CCRC and it was corrected at time of inspection, placing this standard back in compliance

Daily attendance of children records must be maintained for a minimum of 12 months. CCRC observed that the infant room and 1 year old room did not have a daily attendance record for CCRC to review

Corrected Corrected by Nov 6, 2023

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

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. There were 56 pre-school children present at time of inspection on 7/19/2023 with only 1 staff credentialed on site. On 9/21/2023 CCRC spoke to director and she explained that she still only has 1 staff credentialed and is in the process of hiring another staff member with the credential. CCRC provided TA explaining the amount of staff credentialed needed per children at the center

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

12-02 · Facility Environment

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. CCRC observed several areas on the playground where asphalt was missing creating small pot holes (Pictures were taken). TA was giving to the staff and director explaining that this could be a hazard to children and staff. Asphalt must be repaired by 8/19/2023

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

17-03 · Outdoor Play Area/Fencing

The outdoor play area must provide shade. Shade may be provided by trees, buildings, or structures. Currently there is no shade in the outside play area (Pictures were taken). CCRC gave TA to the director in reference to having shade in the playground

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: physical safety. 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. There were 56 pre-school children present at time of inspection with only 1 staff credentialed on site. The CCRC provided TA explaining the amount of staff credentialed needed per children at the center

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

24-09 · Food Preparation Area

The handwashing sink in the preparation area did have hot water. 3.9.1 Food Preparation Area A food preparation area is a designated room, such as a kitchen, or a designated space in a facility not normally used or accessible to the children in daily operations for indoor play, classroom, work or nap spaces, and not included when calculating usable indoor floor space. A. A food preparation area is required for facilities that choose to prepare food in a manner consistent with the definition of preparation of food. Specific requirements for the food preparation area include: 7. A separate handwashing station with hot running water, a minimum of 100 degrees Fahrenheit. The handwashing station must include a sink with running water and drainage, soap, trash can, and disposable towels or hand-drying machines that are properly installed and maintained. A handwashing sink shall not be used for any purpose other than handwashing. Handwashing stations must include posted signs visible to child care personnel and children demonstrating proper handwashing technique. Portable sinks may not be used for dishwashing or food preparation. If a portable sink is used for handwashing in the food preparation area, hot water must be provided

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: ratio. Open / not marked corrected.