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Home › FL › New Port Richey › Sarah Bee Bilingual Academy 2
5405 Water St, New Port Richey FL 34652 · License #C06PA0371 · Center · Child Care Facility
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33-06 · Training Requirements
During the time of inspection, the Owner/Operator/Director advised the Licensing Specialist that there 16 employees. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 16 of the 16 employee records. REMINDER: In-service training for 2024/2025 fiscal year must be completed before July 1, 2025. 33-6: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed 3 child care personnel did not complete the 5 hour early literacy training within 12 months of their hire date. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.2 and 4.5, C 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: A. One of the Departments online literacy courses available on the Departments website. B. One of the Departments approved literacy courses. A list of these courses can be obtained from the Departments website. (No additional courses will be approved by the Department.) C. One college level early literacy course (for credit or non-credit) if taken within the last five years
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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.
41-01 · Immunization Records
41-1: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed 5 childrens files that did not have an immunization within 30 days of their enrollment date. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 7.1, B 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 65C- 22.001(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. B. 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. The parent/guardian of a child who has not received the age-appropriate immunizations prior to enrollment and who does not have documented medical or religious exemptions from routine childhood immunizations must provide documentation of a scheduled appointment or arrangement to receive immunizations. Providers must include a general statement in parent handbook/policies to inform parents/guardians, at time of enrollment, that some children in care may not have current immunizations
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.
41-02 · Immunization Records
41-2: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed 14 childrens files that had expired immunizations. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 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 65C- 22.001(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
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.
42-01 · Student Health and Records
42-1: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed 15 childrens files that did not have a physical within 30 days of their enrollment date. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 7.2, C 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. 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.
42-02 · Student Health and Records
42-2: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed 9 childrens files that had expired physicals. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 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
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.
03-01 · Ratio Sufficient
The following ratios were observed during the routine walk through at 12:19pm... 1:7 Ones and Twos 2:8 Infants and Ones 1:9 Threes and Fours 1:11 Twos and Threes 1:9 Twos 2:12 Ones and Twos 2:20 Fours and Fives 1:12 Threes and Fours 3 additional personnel were present Licensing Specialist observed that there was one teacher in a classroom with seven one- and two-year-old children. "(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. Page 1 of 6 Name: Sarah Bee Bilingual Academy 2 License #: C06PA0371 Address: 5405 Water St New Port Richey FL 34652 Type: Routine Date: 05/15/2024 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. ..." The owner moved one of the two-year-old children to a different classroom; thus, returning this standard to compliance at the time of this inspection. The following ratios were observed after moving a two-year-old to return to compliance... 1:6 Ones and Twos 2:8 Infants and Ones 1:10 Two through Fours 1:11 Twos and Threes 1:9 Twos 2:12 Ones and Twos 2:20 Fours and Fives 1:12 Threes and Fours 3 additional personnel were present
Corrected Corrected by May 15, 2024
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
15-03 · Licensed Capacity
Licensing Specialist observed that there were seven children in the classroom by the second entrance door to the building from the parking lot. The capacity, based on the posted capacity for the classroom, allowed for only six children in the classroom. "3.4.2, D. Each room routinely used as a classroom must provide the minimum 35 square footage of usable indoor floor space per child." The owner moved a child out of the classroom; thus, returning this standard to compliance at the time of this inspection
Corrected Corrected by May 15, 2024
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
33-01 · Training Requirements
Licensing Specialist observed that one staff member did not complete the 40 hours of required training within the allotted time frame. "4.2.1 Mandated Introductory Training 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 B. 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 registered for the required courses at the time of this inspection; thus, returning this standard to compliance at the time of this inspection. If the staff does not complete and pass the tests on June 1, 2024, the staff will not be able to work at the facility until the tests are completed and passed after June 1, 2024
Corrected Corrected by May 15, 2024
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
30-03 · Diapering
Licensing Specialist observed that the sink in the one-year-old class was being used to wash bibs. "3.10.2, C. Handwashing sinks must not be used for food service preparation, dishwashing, or food clean up." The owner moved the bibs to the kitchen to be cleaned; thus, returning this standard to compliance at the time of this inspection
Corrected Corrected by Dec 20, 2023
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
30-06 · Diapering
Licensing Specialist observed that the diaper changing mat in the one- and two-year-old class had a tear in it. "E. When children in diapers are in care, there must be a diaper changing area with an impermeable surface that is cleaned and sanitized or disinfected after each use." The owner replaced the torn mat with an impermeable mat; thus, returning this standard to compliance at the time of this inspection
Corrected Corrected by Dec 20, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
33-01 · Training Requirements
Licensing Specialist observed that two teachers did not complete the required 40 hours of training within the required time frame. "4.2.1 Mandated Introductory Training 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 B. 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 facility will provide evidence of completed required courses no later than January 19, 2024
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: background checks. Open / not marked corrected.
33-06 · Training Requirements
Licensing Specialist observed that one teacher had not completed the required early literacy and language development course within the required time frame. "4.2.2 Early Literacy 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: A. One of the Departments online literacy courses available on the Departments website. B. One of the Departments approved literacy courses. A list of these courses can be obtained from the Departments website. (No additional courses will be approved by the Department.) C. One college level early literacy course (for credit or non-credit) if taken within the last five years. C. Early literacy courses and school-age training documentation must be uploaded into the Florida Pathways (Registry), which may be accessed from the Departments website at www.myflfamilies.com/childcare." The facility will provide evidence of completed course no later than January 19, 2024
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: recordkeeping. Open / not marked corrected.
28-02 · Bottles, Breastmilk, Formula and Infant Food
Child Care Regulation observed a cup and a bottle in the Infants and Ones classroom that did not have the last names written on them. "3.9.5, B. 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." The staff in charge wrote the last names on the cup and bottle; thus, returning this standard to compliance at the time of this inspection
Corrected Corrected by Sep 27, 2023
Category: nutrition. Marked corrected in the state record.
13-02 · Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons
Child Care Regulation observed that the facility stored cleaning supplies, including Lysol wipes and Febreze spray, in an unlocked cabinet under the sink in the Four and Five year old class. "3.2, B. All potentially harmful items, including cleaning supplies, flammable products, poisonous, toxic, and hazardous materials, must be labeled and used according to manufacturers recommendation. These items, as well as knives, sharp tools, and other potentially dangerous hazards, must be stored in a locked area or must be inaccessible and out of a childs reach at all times." The staff in charge moved the cleaning supplies to an area that was not accessible to children during the inspection; thus, returning this standard to compliance at the time of this inspection
Corrected Corrected by May 8, 2023
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
12-19 · Facility Environment
Child Care Regulation observed that the indoor play area was not inspected daily and documented for November and December 2022. "3.1 General Health and Safety Requirements 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." The facility has begun documenting the daily inspection; thus, returning this standard to compliance at the time of this inspection
Corrected Corrected by Jan 5, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.