Lil Stars Learning Center

05. Transportation CCF Handbook, Section 2.5 (05-04)

The facility's transportation log did not include [the return to facility times on the 6/12/2026 fieldtrip and the 6/19/2026 fieldtrip. ]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.2 General Requirements [SR] Comments: 5-4-During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the transportation logs did not include the return to facility times on the 6/12/2026 fieldtrip and the 6/19/2026 fieldtrip. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.2 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. Compliance Comments The provider advised that they utilized their sister facilitys driver to complete the fieldtrips. 06. Driver's License, Physician Certification & First Aid/CPR Training CCF Handbook, Section 2.5 and CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 Compliance Compliance Comments The provider advised that they utilized their sister facilitys vehicle to complete the fieldtrips. The vehicle was not on site during the inspection. Due: 7/22/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-06-22. View official inspection document (report 103f9897-7b60-41a1-a346-67d09ab17ad3)

24. Food Preparation Area CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 (24-18)

Stored food was not consumed or discarded on or before the expiration date listed by the manufacturer. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, B Food and Nutrition [SR] Comments: During the inspection, the Operator advised that the facility provides meals and snacks to the children that are in care. ***The provider is a food program participant. **** 24-18: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that there were some expired baby food in the infant classroom. During the inspection, the baby food was discarded. This is being marked corrected at the time of the inspection. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, B Stored food must be consumed or discarded on or before the expiration dates listed by the manufacturer. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-06-22. View official inspection document (report 103f9897-7b60-41a1-a346-67d09ab17ad3)

30. Diapering CCF Handbook, Section 3.10 (30-06)

Diaper changing occurred on a surface that was not impermeable. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, E Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments: 30-6: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the diaper mat in the one year old room was not impermeable, in that it had a tear in it, exposing the foam within. 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. Due: 7/22/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-06-22. View official inspection document (report 103f9897-7b60-41a1-a346-67d09ab17ad3)

40. Medication CCF Handbook, Section 6.5 (40-05)

The label on the prescription medication did not have the required information in that it did not include [the doctor's script]. CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, C Health Requirements [SR] Comments: 40-5: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed 1 medication (Nystatin) that did not have the doctors script that included the following information: the name and contact information of the physician and/or pharmacy, childs name, name of the medication, and medication directions. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, 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. RECORD KEEPING Due: 7/22/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-06-22. View official inspection document (report 103f9897-7b60-41a1-a346-67d09ab17ad3)

17. Outdoor Play Area/Fencing CCF Handbook, Section 3.5 (17-07)

The base of the fence in the outdoor play area was not at ground level and could allow inside or outside access by children or animals. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, F Physical Environment [SR] Comments: 17-7: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that some of the fence on right side of the big playground was not at ground level. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, 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. Due: 4/9/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-09. View official inspection document (report 100e277a-10d3-4404-8dbd-f66855c0a5a2)

29. Health and Sanitation CCF Handbook, Section 3.6, 3.9, and 3.10 (29-02)

Child care personnel did not wash their hands [see below]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.1 Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments: 29-2: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that that the portable handwashing sink in the one year old room did not have running water. During the inspection, staff stated that a new portable handwashing sink was ordered. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist asked how that one year olds and the teacher was washing their hands, and the teacher stated that they used a wipe to wash their hands and then used hand sanitizer. Staff advised that they will utilize the infant sink to wash hands (located on the other side of the half wall). This is being marked corrected at the time of the inspection. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.1 Child care personnel and children must wash their hands thoroughly with soap and running water, dry, and follow personal hygiene procedures for themselves and while assisting others. Examples of activities when handwashing is required include but are not limited to: before and after eating, immediately following outdoor play, after toileting, following the use of any cleaners or toxic chemicals, before and after administering medication, and during food preparation and snack distribution. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-09. View official inspection document (report 100e277a-10d3-4404-8dbd-f66855c0a5a2)

29. Health and Sanitation CCF Handbook, Section 3.6, 3.9, and 3.10 (29-03)

Child care personnel did not assist children with hand washing [see below]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.1 Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments: 29-3: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that that the portable handwashing sink in the one year old room did not have running water. During the inspection, staff stated that a new portable handwashing sink was ordered. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist asked how that one year olds and the teacher was washing their hands, and the teacher stated that they used a wipe to wash their hands and then used hand sanitizer. Staff advised that they will utilize the infant sink to wash hands (located on the other side of the half wall). This is being marked corrected at the time of the inspection. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.1 Child care personnel and children must wash their hands thoroughly with soap and running water, dry, and follow personal hygiene procedures for themselves and while assisting others. Examples of activities when handwashing is required include but are not limited to: before and after eating, immediately following outdoor play, after toileting, following the use of any cleaners or toxic chemicals, before and after administering medication, and during food preparation and snack distribution. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-09. View official inspection document (report 100e277a-10d3-4404-8dbd-f66855c0a5a2)

30. Diapering CCF Handbook, Section 3.10 (30-02)

The hand washing station in the diapering area did not include [ running water]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, A Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments: 30-2: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that that the portable handwashing sink in the one year old room did not have running water. During the inspection, staff stated that a new portable handwashing sink was ordered. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, A When children in diapers are in care, a hand-washing station that includes a sink with running water, soap, trash receptacle, and disposable towels or hand drying machines that are properly installed and maintained shall be provided in the room or in an adjoining area which opens into the room. Due: 4/9/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-09. View official inspection document (report 100e277a-10d3-4404-8dbd-f66855c0a5a2)

45. Background Screening Documents CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 (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 Record Keeping [SR] Comments: 45-9: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the background screening employee/contractor roster was not maintained in that there were employees that needed to be added within 10 days of their hire date and 2 employees that needed to be given an end date with 10 days of their end date. During the inspection, staff updated the roster. This is being marked corrected at the time of the inspection. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, K The 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: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-09. View official inspection document (report 100e277a-10d3-4404-8dbd-f66855c0a5a2)

33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 CCF Handbook, Section 4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (33-09)

The facility did not have documented proof that all child care personnel were trained and knowledgeable within 30 days of date of hire in [ safe sleep practices and shaken baby syndrome]. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.3 and 4.2.5 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Training [SR] Comments: During the time of inspection, the Owner/Operator/Director advised the Licensing Specialist that there 6 employees. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 6 of the 6 employee records. Counselor reviewed 10 hours of annual in-service, completed, for all child care personnel for the 2024/2025 fiscal year. REMINDER: In-service training for 2025/2026 fiscal year must be completed before July 1, 2026. 33-9: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed 1 child care personnel did not complete the safe sleep training within 30 days of their hire date. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.3 All child care personnel who work in a facility that offers care to infants must have training regarding guidance on safe sleep practices, preventing shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma; recognition of signs and symptoms of shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma; strategies for coping with crying, fussing, or distraught child and the development and vulnerabilities of the brain in infancy in early childhood within 30 days of hire at the facility. For child care personnel to satisfy this requirement the training must be accomplished through one of following methods: Department's Health Safety and Nutrition course, Safe Sleep course, or the Early Learning Floridas Safe Sleep Practices. Documentation of training must be maintained on the Department's training transcript in the child care personnel record. Due: 12/5/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-11-05. View official inspection document (report 64610c59-e814-4f5a-a34a-80bf7658d886)

34. Credentialed Staff CCF Handbook, Section 4.6 & 4.7 CCF Handbook, Section 4.6 & 4.7 (34-04)

The director responsible for the daily operation of the program did not have an active Director Credential. CCF Handbook, Section 4.7 Comments: 34-4: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the facility does not have a director. Staff stated that they have submitted the new directors director credential to the training department on 6/23/2025. They are waiting for the director credential to show up on the DCF transcript. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 4.7 Section 402.305(2)(g), F.S., requires a child care facility to have a credentialed director. Every applicant for a license to operate a child care facility or a license for a change of ownership of a child care facility must document that the facility director has an active Director Credential prior to issuance of the license. An applicant for the Director Credential must meet the requirements referenced in CFFSP Form 5290, Florida Child Care and Education Program Director Credential and Renewal Application, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(k), F.A.C. CFChild FSP Form 5290 may be obtained from the Departments website at www.myflfamilies.com/childcare. All applications and documentation will be verified, and, if complete, the credential will be issued by the Department or its designated representative on CF-FSP Form 5252, Florida Child Care and Education Program Director Credential, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(g), F.A.C. A. Each child care facility must have a credentialed director who is on-site a majority of hours, excluding weekends and evening hours that the facility is in operation. Documentation of majority of hours must be maintained and available for review by the licensing authority. B. CF- FSP Form 5252, Florida Child Care and Education Program Director Credential, must be maintained at the facility for review by the licensing authority. A Director Credential, as documented on CF-FSP Form 5252, Florida Child Care and Education Program Director Credential, is active for five years from the date of issuance. C. An individual may not be the director of child care facilities that overlap in the hours of operation. D. An individual with an inactive Director Credential is ineligible to be the director of a child care facility. E. Every applicant for a license to operate a child care facility or a license for a change of ownership of a child care facility must document that the facility director has an active Director Credential prior to issuance of the license. F. Child care facility owners must notify the licensing authority within five working days of when the facility loses a credentialed director or when there is a change of director. 1. The licensing authority will then issue a provisional license for a period not to exceed six months for any facility without a credentialed director. 2. The provisional license will have an effective date of the first day the facility was without a credentialed director. HEALTH REQUIREMENTS Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-06-30. View official inspection document (report a7144d07-de56-432a-aa0f-88aaeafa93e1)

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: 28-2: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that there were 3 infants bottles that were brought from home were not labeled with the childs first and last name. The teacher labeled the infant bottles. This is being marked corrected at the time of the inspection. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.5, B Bottles and sippy cups brought from home shall be individually labeled with the childs first and last name and shall be returned to the custodial parent or legal guardian daily. SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT 29. Health and Sanitation CCF Handbook, Section 3.6, 3.9, and 3.10 CCF Handbook, Section 3.6, 3.9, and 3.10 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-03-19. View official inspection document (report 53b2cf15-cb0f-4636-aed2-35c73fcda2e6)

33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 CCF Handbook, Section 4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (33-09)

The facility did not have documented proof that all child care personnel were trained and knowledgeable within 30 days of date of hire in [ safe sleep practices and shaken baby syndrome]. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.3 and 4.2.5 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Training [SR] Comments: During the time of inspection, the Owner/Operator/Director advised the Licensing Specialist that there 4 employees. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 4 of the 4 employee records. REMINDER: In-service training for 2024/2025 fiscal year must be completed before July 1, 2025. 33-9: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed 1 child care personnel did not complete the safe sleep training within 30 days of their hire date. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.3 All child care personnel who work in a facility that offers care to infants must have training regarding guidance on safe sleep practices, preventing shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma; recognition of signs and symptoms of shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma; strategies for coping with crying, fussing, or distraught child and the development and vulnerabilities of the brain in infancy in early childhood within 30 days of hire at the facility. For child care personnel to satisfy this requirement the training must be accomplished through one of following methods: Department's Health Safety and Nutrition course, Safe Sleep course, or the Early Learning Floridas Safe Sleep Practices. Documentation of training must be maintained on the Department's training transcript in the child care personnel record. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-03-19. View official inspection document (report 53b2cf15-cb0f-4636-aed2-35c73fcda2e6)