17-07 · Technical assistance was provided, and the TV was removed. It was later observed to be returned to the same location. Provider resolved by removing the TV and its components

At the time of inspection, licensing monitor observed a flat-screen TV in the 3yr old room that was not properly mounted. The TV was situated on the front edge of a small, round table

Corrected Corrected by Jul 7, 2025

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

41-02 · Field Trip Notification/Permission Group: DCF Handbook

At the time of inspection, licensing monitor observed documentation related to field trip activities that took place on 06/24/2025 and 06/25/2025. As evidenced by review of documentation provided and verified by personnel, the following occurred: -During field trip activities on 06/24/2025, [1] personnel and [14] school-age children were dropped off at Oakwood Theatre. Per provider, the driver of the vehicle left Oakwood Theatre and returned to the facility to pickup more children, leaving the group at Oakwood Theatre out of ratio. The driver returned with an undocumented number of children as there was no transportation log available for this trip, and [1] additional personnel per provider. Required field trip ratio 2:14, school age. Documented field trip ratio 1:14 A Notice of Violation is issued

Corrected Corrected by Jul 7, 2025

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

43-05 · Vehicle Requirements Group: Sec. 7-45, Ordinance, DCF Handbook, and Sec. 316.615, Florida

At the time of inspection, licensing monitor observed documentation related to field trip activities that took place on 06/24/2025 and 06/25/2025. As evidenced by review of documentation provided and verified by personnel, the following occurred: -During a field trip on 06/25/25, two transportation logs were observed listing [14] students each, travelling to Flamingo Gardens. Transportation was provided with a vehicle owned by provider and a leased vehicle. The 15-passenger leased vehicle transported [1] driver and [14] school-age children. The vehicle owned by the provider and driven by personnel is a 15-passenger van and 16 passengers were documented on the transportation log. Vehicle (VAN) VIN 20990 (Facility Owned), Seating Capacity: 15 Persons documented on vehicle: [1] staff member, [1] volunteer who met training and screening requirements and [14] school- age children Last vehicle INSPECTION 06/03/2025 Liability insurance exp 03/19/2026 A Notice of Violation is being issued

Corrected Corrected by Jul 7, 2025

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

43-11 · Vehicle Requirements Group: Sec. 7-45, Ordinance, DCF Handbook, and Sec. 316.615, Florida

At the time of inspection, licensing monitor observed documentation related to field trip activities that took place on 06/24/2025 and 06/25/2025. As evidenced by review of documentation provided, the following occurred: -During a field trip on 06/25/2025, provider utilized a 15-passenger van, leased from Enterprise. The vehicle did not have a child safety alarm approved by the Department, as verified by Enterprise representative. Vehicle (VAN) VIN 84357 (Leased from Enterprise) It is unclear if vehicle rented through Enterprise met additional vehicle requirements including VEHICLE SIGNAGE, FIRST AID KIT, FIRE EXTINGUISHER, OR PROOF OF VEHICLE INSPECTION. The following technical assistance is provided: CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 and (F) "For the purpose of this section, vehicles refer to those owned, operated or regularly used by the child care program, and vehicles that provide transportation through a contract or agreement with an outside entity. Parents/guardians personal vehicles used for transporting during field trips are excluded from meeting the requirements of this sub-section. By January 1, 2022 all vehicles used by child care facilities to transport children must be equipped with a reliable alarm system approved by the Department which prompts the driver to inspect the vehicle for children before exiting the vehicle. 1. Approved alarm systems must meet the following criteria: a. The alarm system must be armed or activated automatically when the vehicles ignition is turned on. b. The alarm system must be designed and installed so that the vehicle horn, siren or other type of audio alarm will sound if the driver/staff member does not walk to the rear or, in the case of a passenger van, the side entry point of the vehicle, to manually shut off or deactivate the alarm. c. The time delay from the time the ignition is turned off after activation of the alarm system until the alarm sounds shall be no longer than one minute. d. The alarm must be audible from the distance of 500 feet from the vehicle. e. The alarm system must be installed so that the driver must walk to the back of the vehicle to reach the deactivation mechanism. Deactivation mechanisms installed in locations that do not require the driver to walk to the back of the vehicle and view all seating areas will not be acceptable. 2. List of approved alarm manufacturers may be found on the Departments website at www.myflfamilies.com/childcare . 3. Alarms must be installed and maintained according to the manufacturers recommendations. 4. Alarm systems installed according to the manufacturers instructions prior to October 1, 2021, will be deemed to satisfy this requirement if they meet the criteria set forth in 2.5.4.F.1. above. Under this allowance, the existing alarm system must always be properly maintained in working order. Should at any time the alarm system require replacement, the new system must be selected from the Departments approved list referenced in 2.5.4 F.2. above. Section 7-45(b), Ordinance "Vehicles must state the name of the child care facility on each side panel in six-to-eight inch letters. The back panel must have the wording "Caution Transporting Children" in a minimum of four-inch letters. The facility's license number also must be printed on the side and back panels of the vehicle." CCF Handbook, Section 6.2(B), "A first aid kit must be accessible and available to child care personnel when children are participating on field trips, during transporting, and other activities away from the facility." CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2(C), "A fire extinguisher must be pre3sent in vehicles used to transport children and areas where food is prepared."

44-02 · Drivers Qualifications/Requirements Group: Sec. 7-45, Ordinance and DCF Handbook

At the time of inspection, licensing monitor observed field trip activities where [2] drivers did not have an annual driver's physical

Corrected Corrected by Jul 7, 2025

Category: transportation. Marked corrected in the state record.

01-10 · Background Screening Group: Sec. 7-29, Ordinance, DCF Handbook, and Secs. 402.3055 and

At the time of inspection, [1] child care personnel did not have the required re-screen. Retained prints expired 11/26/2024

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: background checks. Open / not marked corrected.

35-04 · Nutritional Meals and Snacks Group: Sec. 7-42, Ordinance and DCF Handbook

At the time of inspection, licensing monitor observed VPK students being served potato chips at lunch time. Per provider, the potato chips were provided by caterer as the starch component to the meal. For compliance, provider must contact food program or caterer regarding non-compliance of menu items supplied

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: nutrition. Open / not marked corrected.

43-01 · Vehicle Requirements Group: Sec. 7-45, Ordinance, DCF Handbook, and Sec. 316.615, Florida

At the time of inspection, the following was observed • [2] broken plastic supports for armrests. [1] plastic support is missing • [2] missing AC vent covers in the ceiling • Trash on floor and underneath seats throughout the vehicle Vehicle (VIN 20990) Last vehicle INSPECTION 07/09/2024 Liability insurance exp 03/19/2025 This is the third non-compliance of this standard. Therefore, a Notice of Violation is issued

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: transportation. Open / not marked corrected.

43-01 · Vehicle Requirements Group: Sec. 7-45, Ordinance, DCF Handbook, and Sec. 316.615, Florida

At the time of reinspection, licensing monitor has not received verification or evidence that required repairs have been made to interior of van. At this time, provider is not approved to provide transportation services until vehicle meets compliance. VIN (20990) Last vehicle INSPECTION 07/09/2024 Liability insurance exp 03/19/2025 Vehicle signage is pending, due 12/15/2024

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: transportation. Open / not marked corrected.

43-08 · Vehicle Requirements Group: Sec. 7-45, Ordinance, DCF Handbook, and Sec. 316.615, Florida

At the time of reinspection. licensing monitor is not in receipt of verification or evidence that fire extinguisher has been serviced

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: transportation. Open / not marked corrected.

25-05 · Diaper Changing Procedures Group: Sec. 7-35, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-35

At the time of inspection. licensing monitor observed a bag of soiled diapers sitting outside of the classroom door. Provider resolved by properly disposing diapers

Corrected Corrected by Nov 14, 2024

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

29-09 · Communicable Diseases/Care Of Sick Child Group: DCF Handbook DCF Handbook (Form

At the time of inspection, [9 of 10] personnel had did not have written documentation that an annual refresher training for bloodborne pathogens/exposure plan was completed. [1 of 10] is a new hire and training was not documented as completed prior to caring for children

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

43-01 · Vehicle Requirements Group: Sec. 7-45, Ordinance, DCF Handbook, and Sec. 316.615, Florida

At the time of inspection, licensing monitor observed vehicle (VIN 20990) with two broken arm rests and two seats with holes. Last vehicle INSPECTION 07/09/2024 Liability insurance exp 03/19/2025

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: transportation. Open / not marked corrected.

43-04 · Vehicle Requirements Group: Sec. 7-45, Ordinance, DCF Handbook, and Sec. 316.615, Florida

At the time of inspection, licensing monitor observed vehicle signage that did not meet size requirements. The license number was not observed on the back of the vehicle

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: transportation. Open / not marked corrected.

43-08 · Vehicle Requirements Group: Sec. 7-45, Ordinance, DCF Handbook, and Sec. 316.615, Florida

At the time of inspection. licensing monitor observed an unmaintained fire extinguisher on the vehicle Last EXTINGUISHER service 08/2023

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

11-13 · General Facility Requirements Group: Sec. 7-5.01, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-5.01

The baseboard on the south wall in the three year old classroom is becoming separated from the wall. Blinds in all classrooms will be cleaned

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

12-05 · Toxins/Hazardous Materials Group: Sec. 7-5.01, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-5.01

The following possible hazards/toxins were observed as accessible to children. They were locked during inspection: -Purses -Cleaning/sanitizing supplies -Janitorial supplies -Hand sanitizer/room deodorizer

Corrected Corrected by Nov 17, 2023

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

24-03 · Outdoor Equipment Group: Sec. 7-5.03, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-5.03, Ordinance

Various areas of disrepair on the outdoor play space were observed during this inspection: -The house with no roof is cracked -Picnic tables in disrepair -Bridge on climber is cracked -Exposed screws on the blue fence -Peeling paint on blue fence -The metal car on the playground with turf needs to be repaired or removed

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: physical safety. Open / not marked corrected.

11-13 · General Facility Requirements Group: Sec. 7-5.01, Ordinance and DCF Handbook

During today's inspection various areas were observed in need of maintenance: - All base boards throughout the classrooms should be in good repair. - All improperly installed ceiling tiles should be replaced or reinstalled. - All classroom floors, and classroom wall corners should be clean and in good condition. - All play centers should be clean and in good repair

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

08-03 · Ratios of Personnel to Children Group: Sec. 7-4.06, Ordinance and DCF Handbook

A complaint allegation was received on 4/3/2023 alleging that a child (SW) was sexually assaulted at the preschool. Child alleged another child(L) told SW to go under the desk to play, hide and seek where He unbuttoned her skirt and pulled it down. Child alleged He touched her on the front and on the back of her pantie near her private area. Parent stated she walked into Aftercare, Saw her daughter crying with her pants down. A complaint inspection was conducted on 4/6/2023 and a statement from the director (CW) was received for compliance. Per the director, the incident occurred after hours. The mother was late at picking up her two children so the director took the two girls into her office to wait for their mom. The director was working on something on her computer when the boy (L) came in the room and asked her if he can play hide and seek with the girls. The director said yes and they started playing. Shortly after, they were playing under the table and the mother of the girls walked in. The girl's skort was not down, it was on but it looked crooked/ uneven. When asked what happened to her skirt, she said the boy (L) pulled her skort down and touched her private area over her underwear. Per the Director, the boy (L) was questioned by the director and school head of board members and the child admitted to having touched the child's bottom. This complaint is substantiated as there was inadequate supervision of the children at the time the incident took place

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.

52-01 · Daily Attendance Group: DCF Handbook

Attendance in the infant classroom was not recorded for the day

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: recordkeeping. Open / not marked corrected.

08-01 · Ratios of Personnel to Children Group: Sec. 7-4.06, Ordinance and DCF Handbook

During today's inspection the following nap time ratios were observed: - 0-1 year olds: 1/3 - 1 year olds: 1/11 (OUT OF RATIO) - 2 and 3 years olds: 1/12 - 3 and 4 years olds: 1/20

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: ratio. Open / not marked corrected.

11-13 · General Facility Requirements Group: Sec. 7-5.01, Ordinance and DCF Handbook

All facility walls observed to have chipped paint or unfinished reparations need to be in good repair and completed. All outdoor equipment observed to have rust and damage have to be repaired, replaced, or removed

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: ratio. Open / not marked corrected.

12-05 · Toxins/Hazardous Materials Group: Sec. 7-5.01, Ordinance and DCF Handbook

During today's inspection, the 1 year old classroom was observed to have a cabinet filled with toxins accessible to children. The cabinet was closed with a child safety lock during time of inspection

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

35-03 · Food Protection and Service Group: Secs. 7-7.09 and 7-7.11, Ordinance, and DCF Handbook

During today's inspection non-disposable utensils were observed to be washed in the handwashing sink. As per Broward County ordinance, If the childcare facility lacks adequate dishwashing and sanitation described in this section for dishes, equipment and utensils, only disposable single-use items may be used

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.