The Learning Ladder Christian Preschool LLC

NEW PORT RICHEY, FLChild Care FacilityLicensed

1.2based on state inspection data
Capacity147
HoursMon 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Tue 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Wed 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Thu 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Fri 7:00AM to 6:00PM
Est. price$1,009/mo

Contact information

Address6825 Trouble Creek Rd, New Port Richey FL, 34653

CityNEW PORT RICHEY, FL 34653

CountyPASCO

Phone7277554379

Operating details

HoursMon 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Tue 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Wed 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Thu 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Fri 7:00AM to 6:00PM

Capacity147

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 5/29/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High2
  • Medium-High18
  • Medium5
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

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6825 Trouble Creek Rd, New Port Richey FL, 34653, NEW PORT RICHEY, FL 34653

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Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 5/29/2026

  • High2
  • Medium-High18
  • Medium5
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

2026

  1. Medium-High riskStandard 455/29/2026

    45. (45-04)

    An employment history verification was not documented and on file. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: 45-4: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that there was 4 employees that did not have documentation that the 5 year employment history was verified. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, 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. Due: 6/29/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-05-29. View official inspection document (report c804fd0d-73c7-47a6-a7e2-eec36c105a88)

    Not corrected
  2. Medium-High riskStandard 405/29/2026

    40. Medication CCF Handbook, Section 6.5 CCF Handbook, Section 6.5 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (40-17)

    Medication which had expired or is no longer being administered was not discarded or returned to the custodial parent or legal guardian. CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, H (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR] Comments: 40-17: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed 2 expired medications (Babyganics sunscreen exp 3/2026 and Parent Choice diaper rash cream exp 9/2025). During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, H Medication that has expired or that is no longer being dispensed must be returned to the custodial parent or legal guardian or discarded. RECORD KEEPING 41. Immunization Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 42. Student Health and Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Compliance Comments During the time of the inspection, the Owner/Operator advised the Licensing Specialist that there are currently 93 children enrolled. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 93 of the 93 childrens records. 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 During the time of inspection, the Owner/Operator/Director advised the Licensing Specialist that there 20 employees. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 20 of the 20 employee records. Due: 6/29/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-05-29. View official inspection document (report c804fd0d-73c7-47a6-a7e2-eec36c105a88)

    Not corrected
  3. Medium-High riskStandard 405/29/2026

    40. Medication CCF Handbook, Section 6.5 CCF Handbook, Section 6.5 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR] Comments: 40-5: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed 3 medications (Nystatin (x2) and Childrens Zyrtec (for a one year old)) did not have the doctors script. 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. Due: 6/29/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-05-29. View official inspection document (report c804fd0d-73c7-47a6-a7e2-eec36c105a88)

    Not corrected
  4. Medium-High riskStandard 335/29/2026

    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, the use of fire extinguishers]. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.3 and 4.2.5 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Training [SR] Comments: 33-9: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed 2 child care personnel did not complete the fire extinguisher training within 30 days of employment. Licensing Specialist observed 1 child care personnel did not complete the safe sleep training within 30 days of employment. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.3 and 4.2.5 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: Departments Health Safety and Nutrition course, Safe Sleep course, or the Early Learning Floridas Safe Sleep Practices. Documentation of training must be maintained on the Departments training transcript in the child care personnel record. Fire Extinguisher Training All child care personnel shall be trained in the use and operation of a fire extinguisher, at each facility they are employed, within 30 days of date of hire. The facility must maintain documentation that all child care personnel have completed training. Due: 6/29/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-05-29. View official inspection document (report c804fd0d-73c7-47a6-a7e2-eec36c105a88)

    Not corrected
  5. Medium-High riskStandard 335/29/2026

    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: 33-06: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed 1 child care personnel did not complete the DCF 5 hour early literacy training within 12 months of their child care industry date. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.2 and 4.5, C Pursuant to Section 402.305(2)(e)5., F.S., all child care personnel must complete a single course of training in early literacy and language development of children ages birth through five years that is a minimum of five clock hours or .5 CEUs. Early literacy training must be completed within 12 months of date of employment in the child care industry. Proof of completion may be documented on a certificate of course completion, classroom transcript, or diploma. Child care personnel must complete one of the following: A. One of the Departments online literacy courses available on the Departments website. B. One of the Departments approved literacy courses. A list of these courses can be obtained from the Departments website. (No additional courses will be approved by the Department.) C. One college level early literacy course (for credit or non-credit) if taken within the last five years. Due: 6/29/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-05-29. View official inspection document (report c804fd0d-73c7-47a6-a7e2-eec36c105a88)

    Not corrected
  6. Medium-High riskStandard 335/29/2026

    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: 33-3: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed 1 child care personnel did not start the DCF 40 hours of introductory training within 90 days of the child care industry start date. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 4.1Child 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 child care 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. Due: 6/29/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-05-29. View official inspection document (report c804fd0d-73c7-47a6-a7e2-eec36c105a88)

    Not corrected
  7. Medium-High riskStandard 335/29/2026

    33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 CCF Handbook, Section 4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Comments: During the time of inspection, the Owner/Operator/Director advised the Licensing Specialist that there 20 employees. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 20 of the 20 employee records. REMINDER: In-service training for 2025/2026 fiscal year must be completed before July 1, 2026. 33-01: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed 5 child care personnel did not complete the 40 hours of introductory training within 12 months from the class start date, exceeding 15 months for their child care industry start date. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 4.2.1 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 child care 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. Due: 6/29/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-05-29. View official inspection document (report c804fd0d-73c7-47a6-a7e2-eec36c105a88)

    Not corrected
  8. Medium riskStandard 334/20/2026

    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: 33-01: During the previous inspection, Licensing Specialist observed 2 child care personnel did not complete the DCF 40 hours of introductory training within the proper time frame. During the reinspection on 3/11/2026, Licensing Specialist observed 1 child care personnel did not complete the DCF 40 hours of introductory training. Staff stated that the other child care personnel is no longer employed. During the reinspection on 4/20/2026, Licensing Specialist observed 1 child care personnel did not complete the DCF 40 hours of introductory training. During the reinspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 4.2.1 Child care personnel must successfully complete 40 hours of child care training as evidenced by successful completion of competency examinations offered by the Department or its designated representative with a weighted score of 70 or better. Child care personnel who successfully completed the mandatory 40-hour Introductory Child Care Training prior to January 1, 2004 are not required to fulfill the competency examination requirement. A. Part I Courses (30 Hours) Child care personnel must complete all of the following: ? Child Care Facility Rules and Regulations ? Health, Safety and Nutrition ? Identifying and Reporting Child Abuse and Neglect ? Child Growth and Development ? Behavioral Observation and Screening B. Part II Courses (10 Hours) Child care personnel must also complete 10 hours of the following Part II courses: ? Special Needs Appropriate Practices (10 hours), or ? Understanding Developmentally Appropriate Practices (5 hours) and one of the following courses: 1. Infant and Toddler Appropriate Practices (5 hours) 2. Preschool Appropriate Practices (5 hours) 3. School- Age Appropriate Practices (5 hours Due: 5/20/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-20. View official inspection document (report 464167ab-d676-4c68-9bfa-3ddca9190eb6)

    Not corrected
  9. Medium riskStandard 334/20/2026

    33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 (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 Comments: 33-6: During the previous inspection, Licensing Specialist observed 7 child care personnel did not complete the 5 hour early literacy training within 12 months of their hire date/child care industry date. During the reinspection on 3/11/2026, Licensing Specialist observed that 3 child care personnel completed the 5 hour early literacy training. Staff stated that 2 child care personnel are no longer employed. Licensing Specialist observed that the 2 child care personnel has not completed the 5 hour early literacy training. During the reinspection on 4/20/2026, Licensing Specialist observed 1 child care personnel completed the 5 hour early literacy training and 1 child care personnel has not completed the 5 hour early literacy. Licensing Specialist called the facility and the staff stated that the 2 child care personnel are still employed. During the reinspection on, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.2 and 4.5, C Pursuant to Section 402.305(2)(e)5., F.S., all child care personnel must complete a single course of training in early literacy and language development of children ages birth through five years that is a minimum of five clock hours or .5 CEUs. Early literacy training must be completed within 12 months of date of employment in the child care industry. Proof of completion may be documented on a certificate of course completion, classroom transcript, or diploma. Child care personnel must complete one of the following: A. One of the Departments online literacy courses available on the Departments website. B. One of the Departments approved literacy courses. A list of these courses can be obtained from the Departments website. (No additional courses will be approved by the Department.) C. One college level early literacy course (for credit or non-credit) if taken within the last five years. 34. Credentialed Staff CCF Handbook, Section 4.6 & 4.7 Not Monitored HEALTH REQUIREMENTS 35. Communicable Disease Control CCF Handbook, Section 6.1 Not Monitored 36. CPR Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4 Not Monitored 37. First Aid Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4 and 6.2 Not Monitored 38. Emergency Telephone Numbers CCF Handbook, Section 6.3 Not Monitored 39. Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation CCF Handbook, Section 6.3 & 6.4 Not Monitored 40. Medication CCF Handbook, Section 6.5 Not Monitored RECORD KEEPING 41. Immunization Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 Not Monitored 42. Student Health and Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 Not Monitored 43. Enrollment Information CCF Handbook, Section 7.3 & s. 402.3054(2), F.S. Not Monitored Due: 5/20/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-20. View official inspection document (report 464167ab-d676-4c68-9bfa-3ddca9190eb6)

    Not corrected
  10. Medium riskStandard 333/11/2026

    33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 (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 Comments: 33-6: During the previous inspection, Licensing Specialist observed 7 child care personnel did not complete the 5 hour early literacy training within 12 months of their hire date/child care industry date. During the reinspection, Licensing Specialist observed that 3 child care personnel completed the 5 hour early literacy training. Staff stated that 2 child care personnel are no longer employed. Licensing Specialist observed that the 2 child care personnel has not completed the 5 hour early literacy training. During the reinspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.2 and 4.5, C Pursuant to Section 402.305(2)(e)5., F.S., all child care personnel must complete a single course of training in early literacy and language development of children ages birth through five years that is a minimum of five clock hours or .5 CEUs. Early literacy training must be completed within 12 months of date of employment in the child care industry. Proof of completion may be documented on a certificate of course completion, classroom transcript, or diploma. Child care personnel must complete one of the following: A. One of the Departments online literacy courses available on the Departments website. B. One of the Departments approved literacy courses. A list of these courses can be obtained from the Departments website. (No additional courses will be approved by the Department.) C. One college level early literacy course (for credit or non-credit) if taken within the last five years. 34. Credentialed Staff CCF Handbook, Section 4.6 & 4.7 Not Monitored HEALTH REQUIREMENTS 35. Communicable Disease Control CCF Handbook, Section 6.1 Not Monitored 36. CPR Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4 Not Monitored 37. First Aid Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4 and 6.2 Not Monitored 38. Emergency Telephone Numbers CCF Handbook, Section 6.3 Not Monitored 39. Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation CCF Handbook, Section 6.3 & 6.4 Not Monitored 40. Medication CCF Handbook, Section 6.5 Not Monitored RECORD KEEPING 41. Immunization Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 Not Monitored 42. Student Health and Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 Not Monitored 43. Enrollment Information CCF Handbook, Section 7.3 & s. 402.3054(2), F.S. Not Monitored 44. Personnel Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 Not Monitored Due: 4/10/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-11. View official inspection document (report 122ff102-05ed-4107-b6f4-e56e917d37b2)

    Not corrected
  11. Medium riskStandard 333/11/2026

    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: 33-3: During the previous inspection, Licensing Specialist observed 1 child care personnel did not start the DCF 40 hours of introductory training within 90 days of their hire date. During the reinspection, Licensing Specialist observed 1 child care personnel did not start the DCF 40 hours of introductory training within 90 days of their hire date. During the reinspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 4.1 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 child care 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. Due: 4/10/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-11. View official inspection document (report 122ff102-05ed-4107-b6f4-e56e917d37b2)

    Not corrected
  12. Medium riskStandard 333/11/2026

    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: 33-01: During the previous inspection, Licensing Specialist observed 2 child care personnel did not complete the DCF 40 hours of introductory training within the proper time frame. During the reinspection, Licensing Specialist observed 1 child care personnel did not complete the DCF 40 hours of introductory training. Staff stated that the other child care personnel is no longer employed. During the reinspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 4.2.1 Child care personnel must successfully complete 40 hours of child care training as evidenced by successful completion of competency examinations offered by the Department or its designated representative with a weighted score of 70 or better. Child care personnel who successfully completed the mandatory 40-hour Introductory Child Care Training prior to January 1, 2004 are not required to fulfill the competency examination requirement. A. Part I Courses (30 Hours) Child care personnel must complete all of the following: ? Child Care Facility Rules and Regulations ? Health, Safety and Nutrition ? Identifying and Reporting Child Abuse and Neglect ? Child Growth and Development ? Behavioral Observation and Screening B. Part II Courses (10 Hours) Child care personnel must also complete 10 hours of the following Part II courses: ? Special Needs Appropriate Practices (10 hours), or ? Understanding Developmentally Appropriate Practices (5 hours) and one of the following courses: 1. Infant and Toddler Appropriate Practices (5 hours) 2. Preschool Appropriate Practices (5 hours) 3. School- Age Appropriate Practices (5 hours) Due: 4/10/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-11. View official inspection document (report 122ff102-05ed-4107-b6f4-e56e917d37b2)

    Not corrected
  13. Medium-High riskStandard 242/6/2026

    24. (24-11)

    Garbage containing food waste was not disposed of in a leak proof, nonabsorbent container with a tight fitting lid. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.1, A.8. (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR] Comments: During the inspection, the Operator advised that the childrens custodial parents/legal guardians provide their children with their meals and the facility provides the children with their snacks. The snacks are stored in a closet in the office.24-11: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the food waste garbage in Room 101 and Room 108 had a broken lid that was missing pieces. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.1, A.8 Leak-proof, non-absorbent containers covered with a tight-fitting lid for all food waste stored inside the facility. The container must be emptied, cleaned, and sanitized or disinfected daily. Due: 3/9/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-02-06. View official inspection document (report fdcab5fe-bcc4-4525-bf0c-9cc652658544)

    Not corrected
  14. Medium-High riskStandard 242/6/2026

    24. (24-22)

    Open packages of dried goods were not [ properly covered or sealed]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, E (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR] Comments: 24-22: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that there were two dried food items (cheez-its and Honey Nut Os) that were not sealed after they were opened. During the inspection, the food items were 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, E Opened packages of dried goods must be properly covered/sealed, properly stored, and discarded according to the manufacturers recommended date or if the quality of the food has been compromised. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-02-06. View official inspection document (report fdcab5fe-bcc4-4525-bf0c-9cc652658544)

    Corrected at inspection
  15. Medium-High riskStandard 292/6/2026

    29. (29-02)

    Child care personnel did not wash their hands [after changing a diaper]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments: 29-2: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that a teacher in Room 108 completed a diaper change and did not wash their hands after the diaper change was completed. The staff utilized hand sanitizer. During the inspection, the teacher washed their hands after it was addressed by Licensing Specialist. This is being marked corrected at the time of the inspection. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.1 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 2026-02-06. View official inspection document (report fdcab5fe-bcc4-4525-bf0c-9cc652658544)

    Corrected at inspection
  16. Medium-High riskStandard 292/6/2026

    29. (29-03)

    Child care personnel did not assist children with hand washing [after a diaper change]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments: 29-3: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that a teacher in Room 108 completed a diaper change and did not wash the childs hands after the diaper change was completed. During the inspection, the teacher washed the childs hands after it was addressed by Licensing Specialist. This is being marked corrected at the time of the inspection. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.1 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 2026-02-06. View official inspection document (report fdcab5fe-bcc4-4525-bf0c-9cc652658544)

    Corrected at inspection
  17. Medium-High riskStandard 332/6/2026

    33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 CCF Handbook, Section 4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Comments: During the time of inspection, the Owner/Operator/Director advised the Licensing Specialist that there 19 employees. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 19 of the 19 employee records. REMINDER: In-service training for 2025/2026 fiscal year must be completed before July 1, 2026. 33-01: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed 2 child care personnel did not complete the DCF 40 hours of introductory training within the proper time frame. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 4.2.1 Child care personnel must successfully complete 40 hours of child care training as evidenced by successful completion of competency examinations offered by the Department or its designated representative with a weighted score of 70 or better. Child care personnel who successfully completed the mandatory 40-hour Introductory Child Care Training prior to January 1, 2004 are not required to fulfill the competency examination requirement. A. Part I Courses (30 Hours) Child care personnel must complete all of the following:, Child Care Facility Rules and Regulations, Health, Safety and Nutrition, Identifying and Reporting Child Abuse and Neglect, Child Growth and Development, Behavioral Observation and Screening B. Part II Courses (10 Hours) Child care personnel must also complete 10 hours of the following Part II courses:, Special Needs Appropriate Practices (10 hours), or, Understanding Developmentally Appropriate Practices (5 hours) and one of the following courses: 1. Infant and Toddler Appropriate Practices (5 hours) 2. Preschool Appropriate Practices (5 hours) 3. School- Age Appropriate Practices (5 hours) Due: 3/9/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-02-06. View official inspection document (report fdcab5fe-bcc4-4525-bf0c-9cc652658544)

    Not corrected
  18. Medium-High riskStandard 332/6/2026

    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: 33-3: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed 1 child care personnel did not start the DCF 40 hours of introductory training within 90 days of their hire date. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 4.1 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 child care 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. Due: 3/9/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-02-06. View official inspection document (report fdcab5fe-bcc4-4525-bf0c-9cc652658544)

    Not corrected
  19. Medium-High riskStandard 332/6/2026

    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: 33-6: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed 7 child care personnel did not complete the 5 hour early literacy training within 12 months of their hire date/child care industry date. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.2 and 4.5, C Pursuant to Section 402.305(2)(e)5., F.S., all child care personnel must complete a single course of training in early literacy and language development of children ages birth through five years that is a minimum of five clock hours or .5 CEUs. Early literacy training must be completed within 12 months of date of employment in the child care industry. Proof of completion may be documented on a certificate of course completion, classroom transcript, or diploma. Child care personnel must complete one of the following: A. One of the Departments online literacy courses available on the Departments website. B. One of the Departments approved literacy courses. A list of these courses can be obtained from the Departments website. (No additional courses will be approved by the Department.) C. One college level early literacy course (for credit or non-credit) if taken within the last five years. Due: 3/9/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-02-06. View official inspection document (report fdcab5fe-bcc4-4525-bf0c-9cc652658544)

    Not corrected
  20. High riskStandard 332/6/2026

    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: 33-13: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the 1 child care personnel did not complete the School Readiness Pre- Service training within 90 days of their hire date. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, Section 3.1 and 3.2 Training Requirements, Page 7, 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: 3/9/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-02-06. View official inspection document (report fdcab5fe-bcc4-4525-bf0c-9cc652658544)

    Not corrected
  21. Medium-High riskStandard 352/6/2026

    35. (35-12)

    The facility does not have documentation for all child care personnel on required annual refresher education of the facilitys exposure plan. CCF Handbook, Section 6 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR] Comments: 35-12: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed 10 employees did not have documentation that the exposure plan was reviewed annually and 1 employee had no documentation. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 6 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 (CCF Handbook, p. 53). 36. CPR Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4 CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 37. First Aid Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4 and 6.2 CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4 and 6.2 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 38. Emergency Telephone Numbers CCF Handbook, Section 6.3 CCF Handbook, Section 6.3 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Due: 3/9/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-02-06. View official inspection document (report fdcab5fe-bcc4-4525-bf0c-9cc652658544)

    Not corrected
  22. Medium-High riskStandard 402/6/2026

    40. Medication CCF Handbook, Section 6.5 CCF Handbook, Section 6.5 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR] Comments: 40-5: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that there was a tube of Nystatin (prescription medication) that did not have the doctors script. 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. Due: 3/9/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-02-06. View official inspection document (report fdcab5fe-bcc4-4525-bf0c-9cc652658544)

    Not corrected
  23. Medium-High riskStandard 402/6/2026

    40. Medication CCF Handbook, Section 6.5 CCF Handbook, Section 6.5 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (40-11)

    The facility did not maintain a record for each child who received medication while in care. CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, F (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR] Comments: 40-11: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that there was a tube of Nystatin (prescription medication) that did not have the doctors script. During the inspection, staff advised that the medication had been administered to the child however the log did not reflect that the prescription medication was applied to the child. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, F The facility must maintain a record for each child receiving any medications that documents the full name of the child, the name of the medication, the date and time the medication was given, the amount and dosage, and the name and signature of the person who gave the medication. This record must be initialed or signed by the program personnel who gave the medication. The record must be maintained for a minimum of 12 months after the last day the child received the dosage. Due: 3/9/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-02-06. View official inspection document (report fdcab5fe-bcc4-4525-bf0c-9cc652658544)

    Not corrected
  24. Medium-High riskStandard 402/6/2026

    40. Medication CCF Handbook, Section 6.5 CCF Handbook, Section 6.5 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (40-17)

    Medication which had expired or is no longer being administered was not discarded or returned to the custodial parent or legal guardian. CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, H (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR] Comments: 40-17: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that there was an expired diaper cream (A&D exp 1/2024) in Room 108. Staff discarded the diaper cream. This is being marked corrected at the time of the inspection. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, H Medication that has expired or that is no longer being dispensed must be returned to the custodial parent or legal guardian or discarded. RECORD KEEPING 41. Immunization Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 42. Student Health and Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Compliance Comments During the time of the inspection, the Owner/Operator advised the Licensing Specialist that there are currently 88 children enrolled. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 49 of the 88 childrens records (Schoolage, VPK and A-D childrens files and newly enrolled childrens files since the last inspection). 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 Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-02-06. View official inspection document (report fdcab5fe-bcc4-4525-bf0c-9cc652658544)

    Corrected at inspection
  25. High riskStandard 442/6/2026

    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: During the time of inspection, the Owner/Operator/Director advised the Licensing Specialist that there 19 employees. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 19 of the 19 employee records.44-4: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed 12 employees did not have documentation that the Child Abuse and Neglect form was signed annually. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, C 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: C. 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 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) Compliance Due: 3/9/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-02-06. View official inspection document (report fdcab5fe-bcc4-4525-bf0c-9cc652658544)

    Not corrected

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About this daycare

  • Location: NEW PORT RICHEY, PASCO County
  • Capacity: 147
  • Type: Child Care Facility

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