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6209 Land O Lakes Blvd, Land O Lakes FL 34638 · License #X06PA0205 · Center · Child Care Facility
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11-03 · Child Discipline
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 facility operators, employees, and volunteers must comply with written disciplinary and expulsion policies
Corrected Corrected by Apr 22, 2026
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
11-06 · Child Discipline
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 the door. There were no marks on the children, and the children did not cry. This had occurred a handful of times. The administrator stated that she never slapped child 1 on the hand before. The administrator stated that the schools policy stated that they are not supposed to do that, but she probably lost her temper. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 2.8, F.1 The following discipline techniques shall be prohibited in the child care facility: 1. The use of corporal punishment/including, but not limited to: a) Hitting, spanking, shaking, slapping, twisting, pulling, squeezing, or biting; b) Demanding excessive physical exercise, excessive rest, or strenuous or bizarre postures; c) Compelling a child to eat or have in his/her mouth soap, food, spices, or foreign substances; d) Exposing a child to extremes temperature; e) Rough or harsh handling of children, including but not limited to: lifting or jerking by one or both arms; pushing; forcing or restricting movement; lifting or moving by grasping clothing; covering a childs head
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Data synced from Florida DCF, Office of Child Care Regulation on Jul 8, 2026 · Source records · Report an error
Corrected Corrected by Apr 22, 2026
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
17-01 · Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
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
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.
32-07 · Outdoor Equipment
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 see the ground at 5 feet 10 inches, 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.. This is being marked non-compliant. The director was given until January 10, 2026, to come into compliance with this standard. During the time of 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 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 event of falls. 1. If the ground cover in place is loose ground cover (such as, but not limited to: mulch, shredded rubber chips, or sand) a minimum of 6 inches in depth is required in the use zone. Asphalt, concrete, hard packed dirt, hay, grass or leaves are unsuitable for use in the use zone area. 2. If the ground cover in place is a unitary playground surface, then the unitary surfacing materials must be installed, maintained, or replaced according to manufacturers instructions. Unitary surfaces must be tested to and comply with ASTM F1292; documentation of test data must be retained at the facility and available for licensing to review. 3. If the play area was approved by the Department prior to January 1, 2020 and does not meet the 6-foot fall/use zone requirement, then the facility must submit a written notification, including photographs and layout of the play area, to the Department prior to or on April 1, 2020, notifying its intention to continue to operate using the prior approved play area. However, if the permanent or stationary playground equipment is moved or replaced then the standard would apply, and 6 feet of use zone must be provided. Any new equipment added would be required to have the 6 feet of use zone in all directions from the perimeter of the equipment
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.
17-01 · Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
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
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.
23-05 · Fire Drills
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
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.
32-07 · Outdoor Equipment
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 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 event of falls. 1. If the ground cover in place is loose ground cover (such as, but not limited to: mulch, shredded rubber chips, or sand) a minimum of 6 inches in depth is required in the use zone. Asphalt, concrete, hard packed dirt, hay, grass or leaves are unsuitable for use in the use zone area. 2. If the ground cover in place is a unitary playground surface, then the unitary surfacing materials must be installed, maintained, or replaced according to manufacturers instructions. Unitary surfaces must be tested to and comply with ASTM F1292; documentation of test data must be retained at the facility and available for licensing to review. 3. If the play area was approved by the Department prior to January 1, 2020 and does not meet the 6-foot fall/use zone requirement, then the facility must submit a written notification, including photographs and layout of the play area, to the Department prior to or on April 1, 2020, notifying its intention to continue to operate using the prior approved play area. However, if the permanent or stationary playground equipment is moved or replaced then the standard would apply, and 6 feet of use zone must be provided. Any new equipment added would be required to have the 6 feet of use zone in all directions from the perimeter of the equipment
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.
33-05 · Training Requirements
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 of a fire extinguisher, at each facility they are employed, within 30 days of date of hire. The facility must maintain documentation that all child care personnel have completed training
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: ratio. Open / not marked corrected.
33-13 · Training Requirements
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 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.
43-04 · Personnel Records
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 & Neglect Reporting Requirements, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(l), F.A.C., must be signed on or before hire date and annually thereafter by all child care personnel
Corrected Corrected by Apr 9, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
44-01 · Background Screening Documents
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
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: background checks. Open / not marked corrected.
44-04 · Background Screening Documents
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 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.
12-02 · Facility Environment (Form OEL-SR-6202
During the inspection, Licensing Counselor observed 1. paint peeling (back restroom, library room, toddlers/two year old room) 2. cabinet door peeling in the toddlers/two year old room 3. picnic table plastic broken with sharp edge 4. sand box broke 5. top of little tyke play house broke 6. white pipe on playground broken 7. little tyke slide broken 8. rusted wheel barrel on playground 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 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
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.
12-10 · Facility Environment (Form OEL-SR-6202
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
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.
13-02 · Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons (Form OEL-SR-6202
During the inspection, Licensing Counselor observed 1. diaper ointment was stored in a plastic bucket under the changing table in the infant room 2. hand sanitizer with in reach of the children in the toddler/two room and in the infant room 3. 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. 4. 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 5. paper cutter in unlocked cabinet 6. tools in unlocked cabinet 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 3.2 Toxic/Hazardous Material/Firearms/Weapons A. All areas and surfaces accessible to children must be free from toxic substances, bio contaminants, and hazardous materials/equipment/tools, including power tools, plastic bags, matches, candles, lighters, etc
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.
22-05 · Fire Drills
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
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: recordkeeping. Open / not marked corrected.
22-06 · Fire Drills
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 activated or initiated, all adults and children must evacuate the facility. C. A current attendance record and parent contact information must accompany child care personnel out of the building during a drill or actual evacuation and be used to account for all children. The operator must maintain a written record of the fire drills showing the date, number of children and child care personnel in attendance, evacuation route used, and time taken for all individuals to evacuate the premises. Each fire drill record must be maintained for a minimum of 12 months from the date of the fire drill. The fire drills conducted must include, at a minimum: 1. One fire drill using an alternate evacuation route, 2. One fire drill during napping/sleeping times, and 3. One fire drill in the presence and at the request of the licensing authority. This drill will be coordinated with the operator or designee
Corrected Corrected by Jan 31, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
27-05 · Outdoor Equipment (Form OEL-SR-6202
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 event of falls. Child Care Facility Handbook Page | 39 1. If the ground cover in place is loose ground cover (such as, but not limited to: mulch, shredded rubber chips, or sand) a minimum of 6 inches in depth is required in the use zone. Asphalt, concrete, hard packed dirt, hay, grass or leaves are unsuitable for use in the use zone area
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: physical safety. Open / not marked corrected.
22-23 · Fire Drills
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 Training Upon successful completion of the 40-hour introductory training requirements, child care personnel must complete a minimum of 10 clock-hours or one CEU of in-service training annually during the states fiscal year beginning July 1 and ending June 30.A. The annual 10 clock-hours or one CEU of in-service training concentration onchildren ages birth through 12 must be completed in one or more of thefollowing areas (college level courses will be accepted):1. Health and safety, including universal precautions, prevention of infectiousdiseases, sudden infant death syndrome, emergencies due to food andallergic reactions, shaken baby syndrome, use of safe sleep practices,administration of medicine, emergency preparedness, and handling ofhazardous materials;2. Pediatric CPR;3. First Aid (may be taken to meet the in-service requirement only once everytwo years);4. Nutrition;5. Child development - typical and atypical;6. Child transportation and safety;7. Behavior management;8. Working with families;Child Care Facility Handbook Page | 439. Design and use of child-oriented space;10. Community, health and social service resources;11. Child abuse;12. Child care for multilingual children;13. Working with children with disabilities in child care;14. Safety in outdoor play;15. Literacy;16. Guidance and discipline;17. Computer technology;18. Leadership development/program management and child care personnelsupervision;19. Age-appropriate lesson planning;20. Homework assistance for school-age care;21. Food safety training;22. Developing special interest centers/spaces and environments;23. Other course areas relating to child care or child care management;24. Any of the online courses offered through the Departments child care website. B. Documentation of the in-service training requirement must be recorded on CFFSP Form 5268, Child Care In-Service Training Record, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(i), F.A.C., and included in the child care facilitys personnel records. CF-FSP Form 5268 may be obtained from the Departments website at www.myflfamilies.com/childcare. A new in- service training record is required each fiscal year. The in-service training records for the previous two fiscal years must also be maintained at the child care facility for review by the licensing authority. C. All child care personnel employed in the industry beyond 15 months, who change employment from one child care program to another during the fiscal year must complete the annual in-service training requirement. D. Child care personnel not in compliance with the annual in-service training requirement described in this section must complete the remaining in-service training requirement within 30 days of the noncompliance finding by the licensing authority. These hours cannot be used to meet the current years in service training requirements
37-02 · Immunization Records (Form OEL-SR-6202
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 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. F. It is recommended that child care personnel are current with all immunizations routinely recommended for adults by the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), as referenced in Caring for Our Children Basics Health and Safety Foundations for Early Care and Education, which is incorporated by in 65C-22.001(7)(v), F.A.C
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.
38-02 · Student Health and Records (Form OEL-SR-6202
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. 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. 1. 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
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.