KinderCare #301959

33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 CCF Handbook, Section 4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (33-13)

Child care personnel did not complete preservice training requirements prior to unsupervised contact with or care of children or, if supervised, within 90 days of beginning employment or service with the provider. (Section 3.1 and 3.2 Training Requirements, Page 7) [SR] Comments: Refer to the supplemental for the staff member who has not completed the required training. Staff member will need to complete the training and provide the licensing specialist with proof of completion. 3 Training Requirements Training requirements of this section do not apply to child care personnel who do not work directly with children, such as cooks, bookkeepers, and janitors who are considered other personnel. Training is required for other personnel if they at any time fill in for classroom child care personnel and are in direct care of children. 3.1 Preservice 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. Due: 6/15/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-06-01. View official inspection document (report 422f5dc8-64b1-4f9b-9834-12d8b1cb160b)

33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 CCF Handbook, Section 4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (33-06)

The facility did not have documentation to show completion of a Department approved five-hour early literacy and language development course for child care personnel within 12 months of date of employment in child care industry and/or the early literacy course documentation was not uploaded in the Florida Pathways/Registry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.2 and 4.5, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Comments: Refer to the supplemental for the staff member who has not completed the required training. Staff member will need to complete the training and provide the licensing specialist with proof of completion. 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, Due: 6/15/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-06-01. View official inspection document (report 422f5dc8-64b1-4f9b-9834-12d8b1cb160b)

33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 CCF Handbook, Section 4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (33-03)

The facility did not have documentation to show child care personnel had begun the introductory training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Comments: Refer to the supplemental for the staff member who has been with the company of/on has not begun the required the training in order to work in the childcare industry. Staff member has recently been re-hired and still has not begun the training. Staff member will need to begin the required training and provide the specialist with proof of beginning training. 4 Training Training requirements of this section do not apply to child care personnel who do not work directly with the children such as cooks, book keepers, and janitors who are considered other personnel. If at any time other personnel fill in for classroom child care personnel and are in direct care of the children, training is required. Child care personnel in compliance with the school-age requirements shall be considered in compliance with the child care personnel training requirements. 4.1 Beginning Training Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month must begin training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry and successfully complete Departments training within 12 months from the date training begins. Training taken prior to employment in the child care industry does not constitute begin training. The begin training timeframes begin at the time of employment in the child care industry. Training completion may not exceed 15 months from the date of employment Due: 6/15/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-06-01. View official inspection document (report 422f5dc8-64b1-4f9b-9834-12d8b1cb160b)

21. (21-03)

The facility did not have the number of toilets and/or wash sinks required for the licensed capacity. CCF Handbook, Section 3.7, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: The toilet in the school age room was not working. The toilet will need to be repaired so that the children enrolled can have a the number of toilets to use. 3.7 Restrooms and Bath Facilities B. Facilities must have a sufficient number of toilets and sinks for the number of children being served. For facilities having from one to fifteen children, there must be at least one toilet and one sink. There must be at least one additional toilet and sink for every 30 children thereafter. For design and construction of a new child care facility or modification to an existing facility, the program must submit copies of permits obtained to do the work or proof that the permit was satisfied according to the city/county local jurisdiction. Due: 6/15/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-06-01. View official inspection document (report 422f5dc8-64b1-4f9b-9834-12d8b1cb160b)

06. (06-01)

The facility's driver did not have [ An annual physical examination which grants medical approval to drive]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR] Comments: Refer to the supplemental for the driver who physical has expired. The driver will need to get another physical and provide the specialist with a current physical. 2.5.1 Driver Requirements The driver of any vehicle used by a child care program to provide transportation must have the following: A. A valid Florida drivers license including the proper endorsement; B. An annual physical examination which grants medical approval to drive, and valid certificate(s) of course completion for first aid training and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) procedures. 07. Vehicle Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Due: 6/15/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-06-01. View official inspection document (report 422f5dc8-64b1-4f9b-9834-12d8b1cb160b)

45. (45-09)

The facility failed to maintain a current Employee/Contractor Roster for all child care personnel in the Clearinghouse. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, K (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: The facility failed to maintain the background screening roaster. Refer to the supplemental for the staff who names were not maintained.5 Background ScreeningThe employer/owner/operator must add child care personnel to their Employee/Contractor Roster in the Clearinghouse within 10 days of when the individual has received a child care eligible result and has been hired at the facility. Employer/owner/operator must add an end date for individuals on the Employee/Contractor Roster in the Clearinghouse within 10 days of the employment termination. Due: 2/13/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-02-03. View official inspection document (report 051e344f-0f21-47b7-9ca8-74fa0aa3b89d)

44. Personnel Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (44-04)

The personnel/ volunteer (ten hours or more per month) record did not include a CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form signed annually. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: Refer to the supplemental for the staff members who had expired forms on file during onsite visit. A new will need to be signed and provided to the licensing specialist for corrective action.7.4 Personnel RecordsCF-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. 45. Background Screening Documents CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Noncompliance Due: 2/13/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-02-03. View official inspection document (report 051e344f-0f21-47b7-9ca8-74fa0aa3b89d)

21. (21-11)

The sink and/or toilet was not maintained in good operating condition, clean and/or sanitized or disinfected. CCF Handbook, Section 3.7, I (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: The toilet in the 2 year old is not working order(see photos). The toilet needs to be fixed and back in working order.3.7 Restrooms and Bath Facilities.Each toilet and sink must be maintained in good operating condition, cleaned and sanitized or disinfected as needed, but at least once per day. Sinks utilized for teeth brushing activities/procedures by the children must be sanitized prior to the activity occurring. Due: 2/13/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-02-03. View official inspection document (report 051e344f-0f21-47b7-9ca8-74fa0aa3b89d)

07. (07-02)

The facility did not have documentation of current insurance coverage for the vehicle used to transport children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR] Comments: Facility did not have proof of current insurance for Van used to transport enrolled children. 2.5.4 Vehicle Requirements All child care facilities must comply with the insurance requirements found in Section 316.615(4), F.S. Documentation shall be maintained at the facility. Due: 10/17/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-10-06. View official inspection document (report 222de7c9-2356-4de1-a7e9-6b9c05e6c915)

06. (06-01)

The facility's driver did not have [ A valid Florida drivers license]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR] Comments: The driver listed on the supplemental did not have a Florida's drivers license on file. 2.5.1 Driver Requirements The driver of any vehicle used by a child care program to provide transportation must have the following: A valid Florida drivers license including the proper endorsement; 07. Vehicle Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Noncompliance Due: 10/17/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-10-06. View official inspection document (report 222de7c9-2356-4de1-a7e9-6b9c05e6c915)

07. (07-03)

A vehicle(s) used to transport children did not have an annual inspection by a mechanic to ensure it was in proper working order. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR] Comments: The facility did not have documentation of annual inspection for van #2. 2.5.4 Vehicle Requirements 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. All vehicles regularly used to transport children must be inspected annually by a mechanic to ensure that they are in proper working order. Documentation by the mechanic must be maintained in the vehicle. Due: 10/17/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-10-06. View official inspection document (report 222de7c9-2356-4de1-a7e9-6b9c05e6c915)

07. (07-06)

The vehicle alarm installed was not in working condition. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR] Comments: The alarm for Van #1 alarm was not sounding during onsite inspection. 2.5.4 Vehicle Requirements F. 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. 08. Seat Belts/Child Restraints CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 and CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.5 CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 and CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.5 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Due: 10/17/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-10-06. View official inspection document (report 222de7c9-2356-4de1-a7e9-6b9c05e6c915)

28. (28-02)

Bottles and/or sippy cups brought from home were not labeled with childs first and last name. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.5, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR] Comments: Bottles and infant formula in infant room 1 were not labeled with first and last name. The bottles only had first name and last initial. Item corrected at the time of inspection as bottles were properly labeled. 3.9.5 Food Handling A. Bottles and sippy cups provided by the facility must be washed, rinsed, and sanitized between each use and do not have to be labeled. 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. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-10-06. View official inspection document (report 222de7c9-2356-4de1-a7e9-6b9c05e6c915)

42. (42-01)

Child(ren) did not have a Student Health Examination/DH (Form 3040), or an equivalent health statement on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: Refer to the supplemental for the child who did not have a record on file during onsite inspection for review. Specialist observed a total of 85 records for total enrollment. 7.2 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. A. The Student Health Examination shall be completed by a person given statutory authority to perform health examinations. B. 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. 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. Compliance Comments Specialist observed a total of 85 records for total enrollment. 43. Enrollment Information CCF Handbook, Section 7.3 & s. 402.3054(2), F.S. CCF Handbook, Section 7.3 & s. 402.3054(2), F.S. (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Compliance Comments Specialist observed 7 new hires since the last inspection. Due: 10/17/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-10-06. View official inspection document (report 222de7c9-2356-4de1-a7e9-6b9c05e6c915)

03. Ratio Sufficient CCF Handbook, Section 2.3 CCF Handbook, Section 2.3 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (03-01)

A ratio of [2] child care personnel for [12] children is required. A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [12] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR] Comments: The facility was previously cited on May 22, 2025, during complaint investigation for being out of compliance with having 12 children with only 1 staff member. The facility was given a due date of 6/13/25. The non-compliance items were not in submitted to the local licensing office and the specialist reached out to the provider and informed them that the items will need to be in the local office before the end of June 19, 2025. The facility did not provide non-compliance office within the time frame therefore, the facility will be re-cited with a new date to have item provided to the licensing office. During onsite investigation the licensing specialist observed that on the day mentioned in the allegations the facility was out of compliance with ratio as well as there was staff member present starting at 8:13 am by herself with 12 children. There was a mixed group that included 6- 1 year old, 5- 2 year old, and 1- 4 year old. The second staff member did not come in until 9:40 am. All 12 children were signed in between 8:13 am and 9:15 am. The facility was out of compliance on this day as the ratio is 1 to 6 with 1 year old children in the mix. The facility is to conduct an all staff meeting discussing the importance of maintaining ratio. A copy of the meeting notes and signatures of each staff member in attendance is to be provided to the licensing specialist for corrective action. 04. Supervision CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 05. Transportation CCF Handbook, Section 2.5 CCF Handbook, Section 2.5 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 06. Driver's License, Physician Certification & First Aid/CPR Training CCF Handbook, Section 2.5 and CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 CCF Handbook, Section 2.5 and CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 07. Vehicle Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 08. Seat Belts/Child Restraints CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 and CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.5 CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 and CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.5 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 09. Planned Activities CCF Handbook, Section 2.6 CCF Handbook, Section 2.6 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-06-20. View official inspection document (report 0ae59873-9339-4712-99a9-c10eb7ef1418)

39. (39-05)

Documentation of an accident or incident was insufficient in that it did not include the [signature of director and date/time]. CCF Handbook, Section 6.4, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR] Comments: Specialist observed 7 reports for the month of May and observed that 5 of the reports were not signed by the director and date/time. Please have the reports dated and signed acknowledging awareness of what occurred while child was in care. 6.4 Accident/Incident Notification Documentation must include the name of the affected party, date and time of the occurrence, description of the occurrence, actions taken and by whom, and appropriate signatures of program child care personnel and the custodial parent or legal guardian. Program child care personnel signatures may include the director/child Child Care Facility Handbook Page | 56 care personnel that witnessed the incident, who were involved in the incident, and/or responded to the childs needs. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-05-22. View official inspection document (report 19edc62c-b1d8-42d3-97b6-19a6231db1fb)

05. Transportation CCF Handbook, Section 2.5 CCF Handbook, Section 2.5 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (05-04)

The facility's transportation log did not include [second signature]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.2 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR] Comments: During onsite inspection specialist observed that the transportation log for May 20, 2025, did not have the second signature indicating that a sweep was done by a second staff member. Please have second staff member attest by signing that a sweep was conducted. 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). 06. Driver's License, Physician Certification & First Aid/CPR Training CCF Handbook, Section 2.5 and CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 CCF Handbook, Section 2.5 and CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 07. Vehicle Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 08. Seat Belts/Child Restraints CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 and CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.5 CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 and CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.5 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-05-22. View official inspection document (report 19edc62c-b1d8-42d3-97b6-19a6231db1fb)

03. Ratio Sufficient CCF Handbook, Section 2.3 CCF Handbook, Section 2.3 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (03-01)

A ratio of [2] child care personnel for [12] children is required. A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [12] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR] Comments: During onsite investigation the licensing specialist observed that on the day mentioned in the allegations the facility was out of compliance with ratio as well as there was staff member present starting at 8:13 am by herself with 12 children, there was a mixed group that included 6- 1 year old, 5- 2-year-old, and 1- 4-year-old. The second staff member did not come in until 9:40 am. All 12 children were signed in between 8:13 am and 9:15am. The facility was out of compliance on this day as the ratio was 1 to 6 with 1 year old children in the mix. 2.3 Ratios The staff-to-child ratio, as established in Section 402.305(4), F.S., is based on primary responsibility for the direct supervision of children and applies at all times while children are in care. 2.3.1 Mixed Age Groups In groups of mixed age ranges, where children one year of age but under two years of age are included, one child care personnel must be responsible for no more than six children of any age group, at all times. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-05-22. View official inspection document (report 86fed9f6-201e-4948-aebb-750dee021dfa)

11. Child Discipline CCF Handbook, Section 2.8 CCF Handbook, Section 2.8 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (11-03)

Child care personnel did not comply with the facility's written disciplinary and expulsion policies. CCF Handbook, Section 2.8, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR] Comments: The facility is out of compliance with the discipline policy as the facility self-reported the incident of witnessing a staff member being aggressive and mishandling children in the classroom. The facility is to conduct an all-staff meeting discussing the written discipline policy. All copy of the discipline policy is to be provided to each staff member to read and sign and date acknowledging that they read and understand the policy. A copy of the sign policy is to be placed in each staff members file folder. A copy of the meeting notes showing all staff signatures and at least a copy of the discipline policy with a staff members signature showing acknowledgment of receiving and reading policy for corrective action to the licensing specialist. 2.8 Child Discipline A. The child care facility shall adopt a discipline policy consistent with Section 402.305(12), F.S., including standards that prohibit children from being subjected to discipline which is severe, humiliating, frightening, or associated with food, rest, or toileting. Spanking or any other form of physical punishment is prohibited. B. The child care facility operators, employees, and volunteers must comply with written disciplinary and expulsion policies. PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT 12. Facility Environment CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 13. Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons CCF Handbook, Section 3.2 CCF Handbook, Section 3.2 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 14. Lighting, Temperature, and Ventilation CCF Handbook, Section 3.3 CCF Handbook, Section 3.3 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 15. Licensed Capacity CCF Handbook , Section 3.4 CCF Handbook , Section 3.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 16. Indoor Floor Space CCF Handbook, Section 3.4 CCF Handbook, Section 3.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 17. Outdoor Play Area/Fencing CCF Handbook, Section 3.5 CCF Handbook, Section 3.5 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 18. Bedding and Linens CCF Handbook, Section 3.6 CCF Handbook, Section 3.6 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 19. Nap/Sleep Space Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.2 CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.2 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 20. Crib Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 3.6 CCF Handbook, Section 3.6 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 21. Restrooms and Bath Facilities CCF Handbook, Section 3.7 CCF Handbook, Section 3.7 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 22. Operable Phone CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.1 CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.1 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 23. Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness CCF Handbook, Section 3.8 CCF Handbook, Section 3.8 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-04-16. View official inspection document (report c894613e-5a1e-4259-bce9-3c9e07d85895)

39. (39-03)

Child care personnel failed to document an accident or incident on the day that it occurred. CCF Handbook, Section 6.4, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR] Comments: The facility is out of compliance with incident/accident report writing as an incident report was not written on the day the incident occurred or shared with the parent. The facility failed to document an incident report was not written on the day of the incident nor was the parents notified on the incident that something had occurred. Notification both written and verbalized to the parent was not done until two days later. Even though, an incident report had been written and signed by the parent, the licensure specialist recommends that an all-staff meeting be conducted discussing the importance of documenting any/all incident/accident reports. A copy of the meeting notes which should include all staff signature is to be provided to the licensing specialist for corrective action. 6.4 Accident/Incident Notification A. All accidents and incidents or unusual occurrences that are threatening to the health, safety, or welfare of a child that occur while the child is in care must be documented on the same day they occur. B. This documentation must be shared with the custodial parent or legal guardian on the date of occurrence. 40. Medication CCF Handbook, Section 6.5 CCF Handbook, Section 6.5 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored RECORD KEEPING 41. Immunization Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 42. Student Health and Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 43. Enrollment Information CCF Handbook, Section 7.3 & s. 402.3054(2), F.S. CCF Handbook, Section 7.3 & s. 402.3054(2), F.S. (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 44. Personnel Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 45. Background Screening Documents CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 46. Daily Attendance CCF Handbook, Section 7.5 CCF Handbook, Section 7.5 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored ENFORCEMENT Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-03-13. View official inspection document (report 30091e62-0154-4249-bb70-4fda1d287842)

11. Child Discipline CCF Handbook, Section 2.8 CCF Handbook, Section 2.8 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (11-03)

Child care personnel did not comply with the facility's written disciplinary and expulsion policies. CCF Handbook, Section 2.8, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR] Comments: The facility is out of compliance with not following the discipline policy as a staff member was observed by another staff member popping a child. The teacher admitted to popping the child for not laying down. The facility is to create a safety plan that all staff will follow to prevent an incident from occurring in the future. The safety plan will need to discuss what protocol that will be taken if a teacher shall become overwhelmed and shall need assistance in the classroom. A copy of the safety plan is to be provided to the licensing specialist for corrective action. 2.8 Child Discipline A. The child care facility shall adopt a discipline policy consistent with Section 402.305(12), F.S., including standards that prohibit children from being subjected to discipline which is severe, humiliating, frightening, or associated with food, rest, or toileting. Spanking or any other form of physical punishment is prohibited. B. The child care facility operators, employees, and volunteers must comply with written disciplinary and expulsion policies. PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT 12. Facility Environment CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 13. Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons CCF Handbook, Section 3.2 CCF Handbook, Section 3.2 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 14. Lighting, Temperature, and Ventilation CCF Handbook, Section 3.3 CCF Handbook, Section 3.3 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 15. Licensed Capacity CCF Handbook , Section 3.4 CCF Handbook , Section 3.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 16. Indoor Floor Space CCF Handbook, Section 3.4 CCF Handbook, Section 3.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 17. Outdoor Play Area/Fencing CCF Handbook, Section 3.5 CCF Handbook, Section 3.5 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 18. Bedding and Linens CCF Handbook, Section 3.6 CCF Handbook, Section 3.6 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 19. Nap/Sleep Space Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.2 CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.2 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 20. Crib Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 3.6 CCF Handbook, Section 3.6 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 21. Restrooms and Bath Facilities CCF Handbook, Section 3.7 CCF Handbook, Section 3.7 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 22. Operable Phone CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.1 CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.1 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 23. Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness CCF Handbook, Section 3.8 CCF Handbook, Section 3.8 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-03-13. View official inspection document (report 30091e62-0154-4249-bb70-4fda1d287842)

33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 (33-03)

The facility did not have documentation to show child care personnel had begun the introductory training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.1 Comments: Refer to the supplemental page for the staff member who has not begun the required training in order to work in the childcare industry. The staff member will need to begin one of the required courses. 4 Training Training requirements of this section do not apply to child care personnel who do not work directly with the children such as cooks, book keepers, and janitors who are considered other personnel. If at any time other personnel fill in for classroom child care personnel and are in direct care of the children, training is required. Child care personnel in compliance with the school-age requirements shall be considered in compliance with the child care personnel training requirements. 4.1 Beginning Training Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month must begin training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry and successfully complete Departments training within 12 months from the date training begins. Training taken prior to employment in the child care industry does not constitute begin training. The begin training timeframes begin at the time of employment in the child care industry. Training completion may not exceed 15 months from the date of employment Compliance Comments The Department of Children and Families in partnership with the Office of Early Learning is launching the Trauma Endorsement in July 2019. To earn the endorsement, you must have an active Director Credential and successfully complete the following courses: Online 5-hour DCF Trauma-Informed Care for Child Care Professionals and Instructor-led 40-hour DCF Trauma-Informed Care for Child Care Program Directors. To learn more about these courses, go to View official inspection document You may also contact your local Training Coordinator for Circuit 4, Vanessa Williams at (904) 632-3199, or the Child Care Training Information Center toll-free at 1-888-352-2842. Scholarships are available through T.E.A.C.H. who may be contacted toll-free at 1-877- FL TEACH (358-3224). the scholarship is not guaranteed and that one of the eligibility criteria is that the individuals Director Credential is due for renewal in the upcoming year. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-02-12. View official inspection document (report 24b192ac-22da-4f58-945c-97363525e136)

33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 (33-01)

Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the 40 hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement. CCF Handbook Section 4.2.1 Comments: Refer to the supplemental for the staff member who has been been in the industry since June 2023, has not completed the required training in order to work in the childcare industry. Item corrected at the time of inspection as the director was able to move children around to prevent any ratio concerns and the teacher left the childcare facility during onsite inspection until training is completed. 4.1 Beginning Training Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month must begin training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry and successfully complete Departments training within 12 months from the date training begins. Training taken prior to employment in the child care industry does not constitute begin training. The begin training timeframes begin at the time of employment in the child care industry. Training completion may not exceed 15 months from the date of employment in the childcare industry in any licensed Florida child care facility. This may be accomplished by classroom attendance in a Department-approved training course, acquiring an educational exemption from a Department-approved training course, beginning a Department-approved online child care training course, or by receiving results from a Department-approved competency examination. The child care program is responsible for obtaining training documentation from child care personnel. Compliance Comments The Department of Children and Families in partnership with the Office of Early Learning is launching the Trauma Endorsement in July 2019. To earn the endorsement, you must have an active Director Credential and successfully complete the following courses: Online 5-hour DCF Trauma-Informed Care for Child Care Professionals and Instructor-led 40-hour DCF Trauma-Informed Care for Child Care Program Directors. To learn more about these courses, go to View official inspection document You may also contact your local Training Coordinator for Circuit 4, Vanessa Williams at (904) 632-3199, or the Child Care Training Information Center toll-free at 1-888-352-2842. Scholarships are available through T.E.A.C.H. who may be contacted toll-free at 1-877- FL TEACH (358-3224). the scholarship is not guaranteed and that one of the eligibility criteria is that the individuals Director Credential is due for renewal in the upcoming year. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-10-15. View official inspection document (report 17c5d8f5-1462-4645-af5b-5f78f4e2539e)

44. Personnel Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 (44-04)

The personnel/ volunteer (ten hours or more per month) record did not include a CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form signed annually. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, C Record Keeping [SR] Comments: All staff at the facility had expired forms on file during onsite inspection. 7.4 Personnel Records. 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 Child Care hire date and annually thereafter by all child care personnel. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-10-15. View official inspection document (report 17c5d8f5-1462-4645-af5b-5f78f4e2539e)

44. Personnel Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 (44-01)

Personnel records or copies of records were not being maintained at the facility and available for review by the licensing authority. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 Record Keeping [SR] Comments: Refer to the supplemental for file folders that were incomplete. 7.4 Personnel Records Records must be maintained and kept current on all child care personnel, as defined by Section 402.302(3), F.S. These records shall be on-site, available for review by the licensing authority and must include: A. A complete employment application with the required statement pursuant to Section 402.3055(1)(b), F.S. Due: 10/16/2024 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-10-15. View official inspection document (report 17c5d8f5-1462-4645-af5b-5f78f4e2539e)