• Class 2

  08-04 · Seat Belts/Child Restraints

  During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed the front row right side seat belt stuck, unable to retract. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed a seat buckle in the second row right side seat to be broken, missing the black outer cover of the buckle. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance: per the CCF Handbook "Seat Belt/Child Restraints Each child, when transported, must be seated in a back seat in an individual factory installed seat belt or federally approved child safety restraint. The child safety restraint must be installed, secured and used in accordance with the manufacturers instructions and a copy of such instructions must be maintained (in the vehicle and/or on file). Child safety restraint must be replaced if they have been recalled, are past the manufacturers date of use expiration date, or have been involved in a crash that meets the U.S. Department of Transportation crash severity criteria or the manufacturers criteria for replacement of restraints after a crash, as referenced in Caring for Our Children Basics Health and Safety Foundations for Early Care and Education, which is incorporated by in 65C22.001(7)(v), F.A.C."

  Open Not marked corrected in the state record

  Category: ratio. Open / not marked corrected.

• Class 3

  09-04 · Planned Activities

  During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist did not observe any inclement weather schedules to be posted in the classrooms. During the time of the inspection, this was resolved by the Operator printing inclement weather schedules and posting them in each classroom. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance: per the CCF Handbook "Planned Activities Each group or class must have a written and followed plan of scheduled activities posted in an easily seen location accessible to parents/guardians. The written plan must meet the needs of the children being served and must include alternate activities in case of bad weather. The written plan shall include a variety of activities that range from structured to unstructured activities that encourage a childs developmental growth. The written plan also must include scheduled activities that: A. Promote emotional, social, intellectual, and physical growth; B. Do not have children left in confining devices such as car seats as an alternative to active play or adult/child interaction, supervision, or discipline; C. Do not include the use of electronic media for children under two years of age. Electronic media may only be used for educational purposes or physical activity for children 2 years of age and older for no more than 1 to 2 hours per day. D. Include both active and quiet play. Active play includes outdoor activities a minimum of twice per day, weather permitting. E. Include meals, snacks, and nap times, if appropriate for the age and the times children are in care. F. Provide adequate time and space for infants, birth to 12 months, in care to engage in activities that promote development of movement skills (tummy time, crawling, turning over, sitting, etc.). Infant seats (swings, bouncers, etc.) must be used only for short periods of time, no more than 15 to 30-minute intervals per infant and no more than two times per day that the child is in care. Infants in care shall be provided opportunities for outdoor time each day that weather permits. G. An appropriate daily schedule provides flexibility and contains transition periods that help children move smoothly from one activity to another. H. Providers are encouraged to inform parents and legal guardians of their childs activities on a daily basis.I. Providers must implement program practices that promote consistency and continuity of care for infants and toddlers. Early care and education programs must provide opportunities for each child to build emotionally secure relationships with a limited number of child care personnel. Efforts to promote consistency and continuity of care are shown through following daily routines and communicating consistently with parents/guardians. J. The program must make reasonable accommodations to the environment, planned activities and schedule so that children with special needs may participate."

  Corrected Corrected by Jan 8, 2025

  Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

• Class 3

  12-01 · Facility Environment

  During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed the rug in the Einstein room to be severely stained and in need of cleaning. During the time of the inspection, the was resolved by the Operator removing the rug from the classroom. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed the yellow nugget seating in the Galileo room to be severely stained and in need of cleaning. During the time of the inspection, the was resolved by the Operator removing the nugget seating from the classroom. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed the floors around the facility to be in need of cleaning as they had old food, built up dirt, and stains. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance: per the CCF Handbook "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.

• Class 3

  12-02 · Facility Environment

  During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed areas or paint to be peeling around the facility. Specifically, the baseboards and windowsills show several areas of peeling paint. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance: per the CCF Handbook "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.

• Class 3

  12-03 · Facility Environment

  During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed there to be signed of water leaks and mold/mildew in several of the sink cabinets covering the base of the cabinets and the inside of the cabinet doors around the facility. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance: per the CCF Handbook "General Health and Safety RequirementsA. 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.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.C. Animals must be properly vaccinated (if a vaccination is available for the specific animal), free from disease, and clean. Animals that are poisonous, venomous, aggressive, or pose a potential threat of harm to children in care are prohibited. Parents/guardians must be informed in writing of all animals on the premises. Noticemay be provided by a conspicuously posted notice or bulletin, policy handbook, parent flier, or a statement included on the enrollment form. Current vaccinations records must be available for review by the licensing authority. No animal may freely roam the indoor/outdoor premises. Animals are prohibited in areas where food is prepared, stored, or served. If animals or birds are kept in classrooms, they shall be caged and cages must be kept clean.D. Strangulation hazards, strings, and cords long enough to encircle a childs neck such as those on toys and window coverings must not be accessible to children in care.E. Pursuant to Chapter 386.204, F.S., smoking is prohibited within the child care facility and in vehicles when being used to transport children. Smoking is prohibited in all outdoor areas, including on field trips, while children are in care. Owners/operators are to notify custodial parents and legal guardians, in writing, that smoking, including e-cigarettes and vaping, is prohibited on the premises of the child care facility.F. Design and construction of a new child care facility or modifications to an existing facility must meet the requirements of the applicable local governing body. The facility must provide current written approval from the local governing body to verify compliance with building requirements, which include construction of a new building; renovation of an older building; or after a natural disaster to properly evaluate and where necessary, remediate or avoid sites wheres childrens health could be compromised. The written approval must include assessments of:1.Potential air, soil, and water contamination on facility site and outdoor play areas;2.Potential toxic or hazardous materials in building construction, such as lead and asbestos; and3.Potential safety hazards in the community surrounding the site.G. Cleaning must not take place while rooms are occupied by children except for general clean-up activities that are part of the daily routine. General cleaning refers to cleaning necessary to maintain a sanitary environment but that does not pose a hazard to children, such as wiping the table after lunch, soaking toys in a tub on the countertop, or sweeping. This does not include cleaning with hazardous materials or any cleaning which poses a risk of slipping or falling.H. Pest control must not take place while rooms are occupied by children. Child care providers must adopt an integrated pest management progra

• Class 3

  12-09 · Facility Environment

  During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed there to be dead roaches in the sink cabinets around the facility. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed there to be dead termites and termite eggs in the sink cabinet in the Washington room. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance: per the CCF Handbook "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."

  Open Not marked corrected in the state record

  Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

• Class 3

  17-07 · Outdoor Play Area/Fencing

  During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed there to be a 3 1/2 inch gap between the bottom of the outdoor fencing and the ground. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance: per the CCF Handbook "F. The outdoor play area must have adequate fencing or walls a minimum of 4 feet in height. Fencing, including gates, must be continuous and must not have gaps or opening larger than 3 inches that would allow children to exit the outdoor play area. The base of the fence must remain at ground level and be free from erosion or buildup to prevent inside and outside access by children or animals. These areas must have at least two exits, with at least one being remote from the buildings. If an outdoor play area was approved for usage by the Department prior to October 25, 2017, no new exits are required to be added to meet this standard. However, if outdoor play area fencing is changed then the standard would apply, and two exits must be provided."

  Open Not marked corrected in the state record

  Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

• Class 2

  23-23 · 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 12/27/24. The last approved fire inspection for this facility was dated 11/14/24. The fire extinguisher certifications are valid until 5/2025. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed a table and chairs to be blocking an exit area. During the time of the inspection, the was resolved by the Operator removing the table and chairs from blocking the doorway. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance: per the CCF Handbook "Exit Areas The exits must be clearly marked, identifying the path to safety in case of an emergency, at all times during the operation of the child care facility. The exits must not be blocked at any time."

  Corrected Corrected by Jan 8, 2025

  Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

• Class 3

  25-17 · Meals and Snacks

  During the inspection, the Owner/Operator/Director advised that the facility provides meals and snacks to the children that are in care. ***The provider is a food program participant. **** During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed there to be a grocery bag filled with baby food to be stored in the sink cabinet in the infant room. The bag was stored on top of a water leak stain in need of cleaning. During the time of the inspection, this was resolved by the Operator discarding the baby food. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance: per the CCF Handbook "E. Food provided by parents/guardians must be properly stored and handled in a sanitary manner at all times to prevent contamination or spoilage. If food is supposed to be kept cold, the food must be stored in a refrigerator until eaten, or parents/guardians must include ice packs to keep food cold."

  Corrected Corrected by Jan 8, 2025

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

• Class 3

  31-05 · Indoor Equipment

  During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed there to be several toys around the facility to be in need of cleaning. A school bus in the Einstein room was found be have dirt and grime build up. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance: per the CCF Handbook "B. Toys, equipment, and furnishings must be safe and maintained in a sanitary condition following a routine schedule of cleaning, sanitizing and disinfecting. These items must be cleaned and sanitized or disinfected immediately or prior to another childs use if exposed to bodily fluids, such as saliva. Facilities must have a written routine schedule for cleaning, sanitizing and disinfecting equipment, materials, furnishings and play areas. This schedule must include items to be cleaned, sanitized or disinfected on a daily or weekly basis. Daily indoor equipment items include but are not limited to: counter/table tops, toys, drinking fountains, floors, diaper pails, toilets, and sinks. Weekly indoor equipment items include, but are not limited to: linens, machine washable cloth toys, play activity centers, dress-up clothes, cribs, mats, and cots."

  Open Not marked corrected in the state record

  Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

• Class 3

  35-12 · Communicable Disease Control

  During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed 9 personnel to not have documentation of having the annual refresher of the facility's exposure plan. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance: per the CCF Handbook " "There are three common modes of transmission for the spread of microorganisms in child care settings: contact, droplet, and airborne. Many common infections encountered in the child care setting are transmitted by direct or indirect contact. Child care facilities shall develop a written exposure plan regarding universal safety precautions, recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), to follow in the event there is exposure to blood and potentially infectious fluids. Personnel are required to be educated on the facilitys exposure plan regarding standard precautions before beginning to work and annually thereafter. Written documentation that child care personnel have participated in the facilitys annual refresher education for the exposure plan and understand the proper procedures in the event there is exposure to blood and potentially infectious fluids must be retained for 12 months and be available for licensing to review."

  Open Not marked corrected in the state record

  Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

• Class 2

  40-01 · Medication

  During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed there to be 2 jars of petroleum jelly to be dispensed without written authorization from the custodial parent or guardian. During the time of the inspection, the was resolved by the Operator removing the petroleum jelly's from the classrooms. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance: per the CCF Handbook "A. The child care program must have written authorization from the custodial parent or legal guardian to give prescription and non-prescription medications. This authorization must be dated and signed by the custodial parent or legal guardian and contain the childs name; the name of the medication to be given; and date, time and amount of the correct dosage to be given. Prescription and non-prescription medications that are used on an as needed basis require the parent/ legal guardian to provide additional documentation on the authorization form to describe symptoms that would require the medication to be given. The child care provider must never administer a medication that is prescribed for one child to another child.K. Use of diaper creams and insect repellant may only be utilized with written permission from parents/guardians. Manufacturer instructions must be followed."

  Corrected Corrected by Jan 8, 2025

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

• Class 3

  40-04 · Medication

  During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed there to be a homemade diaper cream in an old Desitin container which was sent in by the custodial parent or guardian. During the time of the inspection, this was resolved by the Operator removing the homemade diaper cream from the classroom. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance: per the CCF Handbook "C. Prescription and non- prescription medication brought to the child care facility by the custodial parent or legal guardian must be in the original container. Prescription medication must have a label stating the name and contact information of the physician and/or pharmacy, childs name, name of the medication, and medication directions. All prescription and non-prescription medication must be dispensed according to written directions on the prescription label or printed manufacturers label and maintained at the appropriate temperature."

  Corrected Corrected by Jan 8, 2025

  Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

• Class 3

  42-01 · Student Health and Records

  During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed there to be one child missing a health record in their file. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance: per the CCF Handbook "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.

• Class 3

  45-04 · Background Screening Documents

  During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed there to be 4 personnel not having page 2 of the employment verification documentation. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance: per the CCF Handbook "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.

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.