06-02 · Driver's License, Physician Certification

The director advised that there are 2 drivers. Driver 1s license will expire on 7/3/2026, the physical was conducted on 5/24/2024, the CPR and First Aid certificate is valid until 1/31/2026 and the driver has completed the transportation training. Driver 2s license will expire on 4/21/2026 and physical was conducted on 4/23/2025. 6-2: During the inspection, the facility did not have the current CPR/First Aid card on file for Driver 2. The provider had the email with the link to Driver 2s CPR card, however the link from the email is not working. The provider is trying to reach out to the instructor so that they can send another copy of the CPR card. The provider advised that driver 2 completed the CPR/First Aid class on 4/23/2025. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, E For the driver only: Florida drivers license and driver physical examination documentation. A copy of the drivers license and the physician certification, or another form containing the same elements of the physician certification, granting medical approval to operate the vehicle, and valid certificate(s) of course completion for first aid training, pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) procedures, and background screening must also be maintained in the drivers personnel file

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: background checks. Open / not marked corrected.

23-07 · Fire Drills

The fire extinguisher certification(s) are valid until 2/2026. The annual fire inspection was conducted on 5/7/2025. 23-7: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the last fire drill was conducted on 3/31/2025. During the inspection, a fire drill was conducted with Licensing Specialist. This is being marked corrected at the time of the inspection. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.4, C 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. 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 May 14, 2025

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

24-23 · Food Preparation Area

During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the thermometer in the freezer was not operational, in that the thermometer was digital and would not turn on. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, F.1 An accurate thermometer designed to measure cold storage temperature must be placed inside each refrigeration and freezer unit. Thermometers in refrigerators must show a reading of 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below, and thermometers in freezers must show a reading of 0 degrees Fahrenheit or below. The thermometer must be located in the center of the unit and be readily accessible. Thermometer temperature readings higher than specified above require further temperature testing of food samples stored in the unit using a probe type thermometer; and adjustments to the unit setting to reach and maintain the required readings must be made

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: ratio. Open / not marked corrected.

26-01 · Meal and Snack Menus

26-1: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the menu posted was not dated accurately, in that the menu was dated for 4/21/2025. During the inspection, staff posted an updated menu for this week, 5/12/2025. This is being marked corrected at the time of the inspection. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, H Meal and snack menus must be planned, written, dated, and posted at the beginning of each week in an easily seen place, accessible to the parents/guardians. Any menu substitutions must be noted on the menu. A generalized menu of possible snack choices for programs that receive food donations is acceptable. All meals and snacks prepared outside of the facilitys kitchen or designated food preparation area, such as catered food, must be listed along with the source. Daily meal and snack menus must be maintained for a minimum of 12 months for licensing purposes. Operators who participate in the USDA Food Program must keep menus in accordance with the Department of Health and USDA requirements

Corrected Corrected by May 14, 2025

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

30-06 · Diapering

30-6: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the diaper changing mat in the one-year-old room was onto impermeable, in that fabric is worn and tearing. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, 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

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

12-02 · Facility Environment

12-2: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that there were areas of the facility that were not in good repair, in that there were some floor boards in the VPK classroom that were not attached to the floor and the sink cabinet door was damaged in the VPK classroom and one of the outlet plates in the three year old classroom was cracked. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, 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.

12-12 · Facility Environment

During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the vents in the VPK classroom were dusty. During the inspection, staff cleaned the vents. This is being marked corrected at the time of the inspection. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, 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

Corrected Corrected by Feb 5, 2025

Category: nutrition. Marked corrected in the state record.

40-17 · Medication

During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that there was 1 diaper cream in the two year old classroom that was expired. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, H Medication that has expired or that is no longer being dispensed must be returned to the custodial parent or legal guardian or discarded

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 that there were 3 childrens files that had expired immunization forms. 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.

12-02 · Facility Environment

During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the molding in the block center located in the fours room was cracked with nails sticking out of it. During the inspection the director brought this standard back in compliance at the time of inspection by placing a shelf to cover the nails. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 3.1 A.- General Health and Safety Requirements. A. All child care facilities must be clean, in good repair, free from health and safety hazards and from evidence of, or presence of, vermin infestation. Indoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety and documented on a daily inspection log. Outdoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety. Any problems must be corrected before the play area is used by children. Documentation of the indoor play area inspection must be maintained for 12 months

Corrected Corrected by Sep 19, 2024

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

12-18 · Facility Environment

During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed an outlet without a safety cover in the fours room. The director brought this standard back in compliance at the time of inspection by placing a safety cover. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 3.1 I. All accessible electrical outlets must be tamper-resistant electrical outlets that contain internal shutter mechanisms to prevent children from sticking objects into receptacles. In settings that do not have tamper-resistant electrical outlets, outlets shall have safety covers

Corrected Corrected by Sep 19, 2024

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

17-02 · Outdoor Play Area/Fencing

During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed on the playground the board on the fence was cut in half and is sharp. The wood has a broken spot that is sharp. The director was given until October 21, 2024 to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 3.5 A- Outdoor Play Area. A. 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.

30-14 · Diapering

During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed no diaper changing procedures in the infant room as well as the ones classroom. The director brought this standard back in compliance at the time of inspection. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 3.10.2, L Diapering Requirements- L. Diaper changing procedure must be posted in the changing area and followed to protect the health and safety of children and child care personnel

Corrected Corrected by Sep 19, 2024

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

41-02 · Immunization Records

Child Care Regulation observed that one child had an expired immunization form in their file. "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 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. 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. 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. C. School-aged children attending public or non-public schools are not required to have student health examination and immunization records on file at the child care facility as such records are on file at the school where the child is enrolled. D. If the custodial parents or legal guardians need assistance concerning these requirements, the facility shall refer them to the Department of Health or to the childs physician. E. Medical records in this section are the property of the custodial parent or legal guardian and must be returned to them when the child withdraws from the facility. The medical records are transferable if the child attends another facility. 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." The facility will provide evidence of current immunization via email no later than November 8, 2023

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

05-04 · Transportation

Child Care Regulation observed that the second signature was missing from the transportation log for May 19, 2023. The director stated that she signed all the children off and did the sweep, but she forgot to sign the log. The driver stated that the director always does the sweep and she knows the director did it that day. "2.5.2 Transportation Log A. A log must be maintained for all children being transported in a vehicle or on foot away from and/or to the premises of the child care facility. The log must be retained on file at the facility for a minimum of 12 months and available for review by the licensing authority. The log must include: 1. Each childs name, 2. The date and time of departure, 3. Time of arrival at the destination, 4. The signature of the driver (or in the case of travelling on foot, the signature of the child care personnel), and 5. The signature of a second child care personnel or person(s) authorized by the provider to verify the transportation log and that all children have arrived safely and left the vehicle (if applicable). ... Transportation By Vehicle E. Prior to transporting children by vehicle, the transportation log must be recorded with each childs name, the date and time of departure and initialed by child care personnel verifying that all children were accounted for and that the log is complete. F. Upon arrival at the destination by vehicle, the driver of the vehicle must: 1. Mark each child off the log as the child departs the vehicle; 2. Conduct a physical inspection and visual sweep of the vehicle interior to ensure that no child is left in the vehicle; and 3. Record, sign, and date the transportation log immediately, verifying that all children were accounted for, and that the visual sweep was conducted. 4. Ensure that a second child care personnel conducts a second visual sweep, signs and dates the transportation log verifying that all children were accounted for, and that the log is complete. 5. If the provider contracts with an outside entity to provide transportation, then the provider must assign a child care personnel to perform the duties of the driver outlined above in numbers 1-3. G. Upon arrival at the destination by vehicle, a second and different child care personnel must: 1. Conduct a physical inspection and visual sweep of the vehicle to ensure that no child is left in the vehicle; and 2. Sign, date and record the transportation log immediately, verifying that all children were accounted for, and that the log is complete." The log is complete for all dates after May 19, 2023; thus, returning this standard to compliance at the time of this inspection

Corrected Corrected by Jun 1, 2023

Category: transportation. Marked corrected in the state record.

23-06 · Fire Drills

During the inspection, the facility had documentation of having an approved fire inspection completed on 5/22/2023. The last fire drill was conducted on May 16, 2023. The fire extinguishers are certified through March 2024. Child Care Regulation observed that the facility did not complete or document a fire drill during the month of March 2023. "3.8.4 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 Regulation monitored a fire drill; thus, returning this standard to compliance at the time of this inspection

Corrected Corrected by Jun 1, 2023

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

33-01 · Training Requirements

Child Care Regulation observed that one child care personnel did not complete the 40 hour Introductory 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 personnel will have the training completed no later than July 31, 2023. Child Care Regulation will confirm completion after this date

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: background checks. Open / not marked corrected.

33-06 · Training Requirements

Child Care Regulation observed that one child care personnel did not complete the five-hour early literacy and language development course within 12 months of date of employment. "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." "4.5, 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 one personnel will complete the training by July 31, 2023. Child Care Regulation will confirm completion after this date

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: recordkeeping. Open / not marked corrected.

12-02 · Facility Environment

Child Care Regulation observed that an outlet cover in the Three and Four year old class was broken and had tape over the missing portion. "3.1 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." The assistant director replaced the cover; thus, returning this standard to compliance at the time of this inspection

Corrected Corrected by Feb 17, 2023

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

20-07 · Crib Requirements

Child Care Regulation observed that two of the cribs in the Infant room were directly against windows with window treatments that could pose a strangulation or suffocation risk due to the strings on the blinds. "C. Children must not be placed in the cribs, playpens, play yards or other sleeping and napping bedding with items that could pose a strangulation or suffocation risk. Cribs, playpens, play yards, other napping and sleeping bedding being used by a child must be placed a minimum of 18 inches away from window blinds, draperies or any window treatment/cover that pose a strangulation hazard." A staff person removed the window treatments; thus, returning this standard to compliance at the time of this inspection

Corrected Corrected by Feb 17, 2023

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