Kids Cove Child Care Center

ZEPHYRHILLS, FLChild Care FacilityLicensed

3.1based on state inspection data
Capacity134
HoursMon 6:00AM to 6:00PM; Tue 6:00AM to 6:00PM; Wed 6:00AM to 6:00PM; Thu 6:00AM to 6:00PM; Fri 6:00AM to 6:00PM
Est. price$922/mo

Contact information

Address38839 5th Ave, Zephyrhills FL, 33542

CityZEPHYRHILLS, FL 33542

CountyPASCO

Phone8133958741

Operating details

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

Capacity134

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 1/14/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High3
  • Medium-High15
  • Medium5
  • Medium-Low2
  • Low0

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38839 5th Ave, Zephyrhills FL, 33542, ZEPHYRHILLS, FL 33542

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  1. This facility has supervision-related findings on its state record - ask specifically how ratios are maintained during transitions, outdoor play, and nap time
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Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 1/14/2026

  • High3
  • Medium-High13
  • Medium2
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

2026

  1. Medium-High riskStandard 301/14/2026

    30. Diapering CCF Handbook, Section 3.10 CCF Handbook, Section 3.10 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (30-06)

    Diaper changing occurred on a surface that was not impermeable. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, E (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments: During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed 2 diaper changing mats with surfaces that were not impermeable in the infant and Two-year-olds classroom located in the front room near the front entrance. The Operator has been given until 2/14/2026 to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, the 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: 2/14/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-01-14. View official inspection document (report 3033b40c-ade3-4eb5-99e7-11733465063e)

    Not corrected
  2. High riskStandard 241/14/2026

    24. (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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR] Comments: During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed stored 4 milk containers that were not consumed or discarded on or before the expiration date listed by the manufacturer. Expired Milk: 2 containers of milk expired 1/10/2026, 1 container of milk expired 1/8/2026, 1 container of milk expired 1/9/2026. This standard has been brought back into compliance in that a staff member disposed of the expired milk. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, B: Food Storage: Proper storage of food is essential to prevent food contamination, as well as, insect and rodent infestation. Correct handling and storage of all food is a key component in preventing food-borne illnesses. To prevent bacteria growth, cold food must be kept at or below 41 degrees Fahrenheit and hot foods at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Facilities choosing to prepare food must have a designated space for food storage within the designated food preparation area or in a room not calculated as part of indoor floor space, and in an area not used for diapering. Off-site food storage is permissible only if the site of storage is a licensed child care facility under the same ownership that includes a food preparation area that meets licensing standards. B: Stored food must be consumed or discarded on or before the expiration dates listed by the manufacturer. Compliance 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. **** Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-01-14. View official inspection document (report 3033b40c-ade3-4eb5-99e7-11733465063e)

    Corrected at inspection
  3. Medium-High riskStandard 121/14/2026

    12. (12-09)

    There was evidence or the presence of rodent or vermin observed in the facility. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed an area of the facility had the presence of vermin. The Operator has been given until 2/14/2026 to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 A: General Health and Safety Requirements A. All childcare facilities must be clean, in good repair, free from health and safety hazards and from evidence of, or presence of, vermin infestation. Indoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety and documented on a daily inspection log. Outdoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety. Any problems must be corrected before the play area is used by children. Documentation of the indoor play area inspection must be maintained for 12 months. 13. Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons CCF Handbook, Section 3.2 CCF Handbook, Section 3.2 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 14. Lighting, Temperature, and Ventilation CCF Handbook, Section 3.3 CCF Handbook, Section 3.3 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 15. Licensed Capacity CCF Handbook , Section 3.4 CCF Handbook , Section 3.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Due: 2/14/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-01-14. View official inspection document (report 3033b40c-ade3-4eb5-99e7-11733465063e)

    Not corrected

2025

  1. High riskStandard 4411/5/2025

    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 inspection the licensing specialist observed that one employee did not have a current Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form signed annually. During the inspection the director was informed that she has until 12/05/2025 to come back into compliance with the standard. During the inspection the director was provided Technical Assistance and informed of the regulation. 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: 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) Not Monitored 46. Daily Attendance CCF Handbook, Section 7.5 CCF Handbook, Section 7.5 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored ENFORCEMENT 47. Access/Child Safety CCF Handbook, Section 8 CCF Handbook, Section 8 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored SCHOOL READINESS 48. Group Size (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored Owner/Director/Staff Responsible Comments The provider director stated that she has no comments at this time. Due: 12/5/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-11-05. View official inspection document (report f4c46540-10d9-4d7c-bcc9-8893447d4b20)

    Not corrected
  2. Medium-High riskStandard 3911/5/2025

    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: During the inspection the director informed the licensing specialist that she could not find the accident report and stated the teacher didn't write one. She also informed the licensing specialist that she was unaware that a child was bit, therefore she did not follow up with the teacher to ensure that she created an accident report. During the inspection the licensing specialist informed the director that she has until 12/05/2025, to bring the standard back into compliance. Technical Assistance was provided to the director at the time of inspection to inform her of the regulation. 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. 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 Due: 12/5/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-11-05. View official inspection document (report f4c46540-10d9-4d7c-bcc9-8893447d4b20)

    Not corrected
  3. Medium-High riskStandard 3511/5/2025

    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: During the inspection the licensing specialist observed that three employees did not have documentation of the required annual refresher education of the facility's exposure plan. During the inspection the licensing specialist informed the director that she has until 12/05/2025 to bring the standard back into compliance. During the inspection the licensing specialist provided technical assistance and informed the director of the regulation. 6 Health Requirements 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. 36. CPR Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4 CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 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) Not Monitored 38. Emergency Telephone Numbers CCF Handbook, Section 6.3 CCF Handbook, Section 6.3 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 39. Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation CCF Handbook, Section 6.3 & 6.4 CCF Handbook, Section 6.3 & 6.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Noncompliance Due: 12/5/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-11-05. View official inspection document (report f4c46540-10d9-4d7c-bcc9-8893447d4b20)

    Not corrected
  4. Medium-High riskStandard 1311/5/2025

    13. (13-02)

    The facilitys storage of harmful items including cleaning supplies, flammable products, and poisonous, toxic and hazardous materials allowed access by children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: During the inspection, the licensing specialist observed a spray bottle of "Method All Purpose Cleaner" on top of a shelf that was accessible to the children in care. During the inspection the standard was brought back into compliance when the director removed the spray bottle of "Method All Purpose Cleaner," and place it out of reach of children. The director was provided Technical Assistance during the inspection and informed of the regulation. 3.2 Toxic/Hazardous Material/Firearms/Weapons B. All potentially harmful items, including cleaning supplies, flammable products, poisonous, toxic, and hazardous materials, must be labeled and used according to manufacturers recommendation. These items, as well as knives, sharp tools, and other potentially dangerous hazards, must be stored in a locked area or must be inaccessible and out of a childs reach at all times. 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 FOOD AND NUTRITION 24. Food Preparation Area CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-11-05. View official inspection document (report f4c46540-10d9-4d7c-bcc9-8893447d4b20)

    Corrected at inspection
  5. Medium riskStandard 127/28/2025

    12. Facility Environment CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 (12-09)

    There was evidence or the presence of rodent or vermin observed in the facility. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A Physical Environment [SR] Comments: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed roaches in the infants and young ones classroom (not in use) and in the adult bathroom. The director was given until August 28, 2025, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 3.1 A.- General Health and Safety Requirements. A. All child care facilities must be clean, in good repair, free from health and safety hazards and from evidence of, or presence of, vermin infestation. Indoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety and documented on a daily inspection log. Outdoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety. Any problems must be corrected before the play area is used by children. Documentation of the indoor play area inspection must be maintained for 12 months. 13. Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons CCF Handbook, Section 3.2 Not Monitored 14. Lighting, Temperature, and Ventilation CCF Handbook, Section 3.3 Not Monitored 15. Licensed Capacity CCF Handbook , Section 3.4 Not Monitored 16. Indoor Floor Space CCF Handbook, Section 3.4 Not Monitored 17. Outdoor Play Area/Fencing CCF Handbook, Section 3.5 Not Monitored 18. Bedding and Linens CCF Handbook, Section 3.6 Not Monitored 19. Nap/Sleep Space Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.2 Not Monitored 20. Crib Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 3.6 Not Monitored 21. Restrooms and Bath Facilities CCF Handbook, Section 3.7 Not Monitored 22. Operable Phone CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.1 Not Monitored 23. Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness CCF Handbook, Section 3.8 Not Monitored FOOD AND NUTRITION 24. Food Preparation Area CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 Not Monitored 25. Meals and Snacks CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 Not Monitored 26. Meal and Snack Menus CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3 & Section 7 Not Monitored 27. Catered Food and Food Provided by Outside Sources CCF Handbook, Section 7 & Section 3.9.3 Not Monitored 28. Bottles, Breastmilk, Formula and Infant Food CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 Not Monitored Due: 8/28/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-07-28. View official inspection document (report c2174e3b-1126-4ea0-b8a3-40ffea92b62e)

    Not corrected
  6. High riskStandard 031/31/2025

    03. Ratio Sufficient CCF Handbook, Section 2.3 (03-01)

    A ratio of [3] child care personnel for [31] children is required. A ratio of [2] child care personnel for [31] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. General Requirements [SR] Comments: The ratio was non - compliant: 2:1 - Infants 4:2 - 1 year old's 31:2 - 6(2year old's), 9(3 year old's), 7(4 year old's), 9(School Age) During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed 31 children and 2 adults in the main room. The ages and the amount were 6( 2 year old's), 9 (3 year old's), 7(4 year old's), 9(School Age). The staff took the children to their individual classrooms which brought the ratio back in compliance. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 2.3.1 Mixed Age Groups A. In groups of mixed age ranges, where children under one year of age are included, one child care personnel must be responsible for no more than four children of any age group, at all times. B. 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 2025-01-31. View official inspection document (report 967d6abb-5d29-4fb0-b450-b6828cdfad0b)

    Not corrected

2024

  1. Medium-High riskStandard 359/11/2024

    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 that there was no documentation that the exposure plan was reviewed annually for 4 employees and there was no documentation that the exposure plan was reviewed before they started working for 1 employee. 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. 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 39. Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation CCF Handbook, Section 6.3 & 6.4 CCF Handbook, Section 6.3 & 6.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-09-11. View official inspection document (report 78eb8c79-4938-4d95-a212-d23e1d5a1006)

    Not corrected
  2. Medium-High riskStandard 129/11/2024

    12. (12-02)

    An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: 12-2: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed at there was an area in the facility that was not in good repair in that the sink in the kitchen was leaking. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A: All child care facilities must be clean, in good repair, free from health and safety hazards and from evidence of, or presence of, vermin infestation. Indoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety and documented on a daily inspection log. Outdoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety. Any problems must be corrected before the play area is used by children. Documentation of the indoor play area inspection must be maintained for 12 months. 13. Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons CCF Handbook, Section 3.2 CCF Handbook, Section 3.2 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 14. Lighting, Temperature, and Ventilation CCF Handbook, Section 3.3 CCF Handbook, Section 3.3 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 15. Licensed Capacity CCF Handbook , Section 3.4 CCF Handbook , Section 3.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-09-11. View official inspection document (report 78eb8c79-4938-4d95-a212-d23e1d5a1006)

    Not corrected
  3. Medium-High riskStandard 219/11/2024

    21. (21-13)

    Running water was not available and within reach of children using the toileting facility. CCF Handbook, Section 3.7, H (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: 21-13: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the infant rooms portable handwashing sink did not have any water. During the inspection, water was added to the portable sink. This is being marked corrected at the time of the inspection. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 3.7, H: Running water, soap, trash receptacles, toilet paper, and disposable towels or hand drying machines that are properly installed and maintained must be available and within reach of children using the bathroom. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-09-11. View official inspection document (report 78eb8c79-4938-4d95-a212-d23e1d5a1006)

    Not corrected
  4. Medium-High riskStandard 269/11/2024

    26. (26-01)

    The facility's menu was not [ did not have substitutions noted]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, H (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR] Comments: 26-1: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the menu was not updated with the foods that were substituted for lunch on 9/11/2024, in that the menu stated that that they were having coleslaw and bread for lunch and the facility had green beans and tortillas instead. The menu was updated. This is being marked corrected at the time of the inspection. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, H Meal and snack menus must be planned, written, dated, and posted at the beginning of each week in an easily seen place, accessible to the parents/guardians. Any menu substitutions must be noted on the menu. A generalized menu of possible snack choices for programs that receive food donations is acceptable. All meals and snacks prepared outside of the facilitys kitchen or designated food preparation area, such as catered food, must be listed along with the source. Daily meal and snack menus must be maintained for a minimum of 12 months for licensing purposes. Operators who participate in the USDA Food Program must keep menus in accordance with the Department of Health and USDA requirements. Not Applicable Comments During the inspection, the Owner/Operator/Director advised the school prepares the food for the children on site. 27. Catered Food and Food Provided by Outside Sources CCF Handbook, Section 7 & Section 3.9.3 CCF Handbook, Section 7 & Section 3.9.3 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Applicable 28. Bottles, Breastmilk, Formula and Infant Food CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-09-11. View official inspection document (report 78eb8c79-4938-4d95-a212-d23e1d5a1006)

    Not corrected
  5. Medium-High riskStandard 339/11/2024

    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 17 employees. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 17 of the 17 employee records. Counselor reviewed 10 hours of annual in-service, completed, for all child care personnel for the 2023/2024 fiscal year. REMINDER: In- service training for 2024/2025 fiscal year must be completed before July 1, 2025. 33-01: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that there was 1 child care personnel that did not complete the DCF 40 hours of introduction training within 12 months of their child care industry date. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 4 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. 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) Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-09-11. View official inspection document (report 78eb8c79-4938-4d95-a212-d23e1d5a1006)

    Not corrected
  6. Medium riskStandard 349/11/2024

    34. Credentialed Staff CCF Handbook, Section 4.6 & 4.7 CCF Handbook, Section 4.6 & 4.7 (34-01)

    The facility was required to have at least [3] credentialed child care personnel and had [2] credentialed child care personnel CCF Handbook, Section 4.6.1, B Comments: 34-1: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that there was not enough staff credentialed employees on site. Licensing Specialist observed that there were 68 children on site, which required 3 employees to have a staff credential on-site and only observed 2 employees with a staff credential on-site. The director advised that the owner has a staff credential and they were coming to the facility. The owner arrived at the facility. This is being marked corrected at the time of the inspection. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 4.6.1, B: For every 20 children, a child care facility must have one child care personnel who meets the staff credential requirement. Based on this formula, child care facilities with 20-39 children must have one credentialed child care personnel, facilities with 40-59 children must have two credentialed child care personnel, and so on. The licensing authority will calculate the number of credentialed personnel required based on daily attendance. HEALTH REQUIREMENTS 35. Communicable Disease Control CCF Handbook, Section 6.1 CCF Handbook, Section 6.1 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Noncompliance Due: 10/11/2024 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-09-11. View official inspection document (report 78eb8c79-4938-4d95-a212-d23e1d5a1006)

    Not corrected
  7. Medium-High riskStandard 409/11/2024

    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 expire diaper cream (Aquaphor exp 6/2024) in the three year old classroom. During the inspection, 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 86 children enrolled. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 86 of the 86 childrens records. REMINDER: Influenza brochures must be provided annually between August 1st and September 30th for each enrolled child. Distracted Adult brochures must be provided semi-annually in the months of April and September for each enrolled child. 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 17 employees. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 17 of the 17 employee records. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-09-11. View official inspection document (report 78eb8c79-4938-4d95-a212-d23e1d5a1006)

    Not corrected
  8. Medium-High riskStandard 459/11/2024

    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: Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse: The Background Screening Clearinghouse will generate e-mails and send you, the provider, a reminder at 60, 30, and 21 days prior to the retention date expiration. Please note, you will only receive that notification for the staff that are on your facility/home roster. Please keep your roster current in the Clearinghouse to avoid confusion on expiration dates, or unwanted notifications. 45-4: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that there was 1 employee that did not have the documentation that the 5 year employment history verifications were conducted. 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. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-09-11. View official inspection document (report 78eb8c79-4938-4d95-a212-d23e1d5a1006)

    Not corrected
  9. Medium-High riskStandard 469/11/2024

    46. Daily Attendance CCF Handbook, Section 7.5 CCF Handbook, Section 7.5 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (46-02)

    Attendance records did not include the time of each childs arrival and departure. CCF Handbook, Section 7.5 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: 46-02: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the attendance was not accurate in the young one year old classroom in that there were 5 one year olds in the classroom and only 3 children signed in and the infant classroom attendance was inaccurate in that that there were 4 children in the classroom and 5 children signed in. Staff stated that 1 child was moved into a different classroom. The teachers corrected the attendance. This is being marked corrected at the time of the inspection. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 7.5 Daily attendance of children must be taken and recorded accurately by the child care personnel, documenting the time when each child enters and departs the program. A. Attendance devices used for the purposes of tracking attendance may be used, but personnel must ensure the accuracy of the documented attendance. Each classroom must have an attendance sheet/class roster for the group of children occupying that space. Attendance sheet/class roster must accompany the child care personnel and the group of children throughout the day should they leave the classroom. ENFORCEMENT Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-09-11. View official inspection document (report 78eb8c79-4938-4d95-a212-d23e1d5a1006)

    Not corrected

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About this daycare

  • Location: ZEPHYRHILLS, PASCO County
  • Capacity: 134
  • Type: Child Care Facility

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