Heritage Academy

18. Bedding and Linens CCF Handbook, Section 3.6 CCF Handbook, Section 3.6 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (18-12)

Bedding and/or linens were not stored in a sanitary manner. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1, G & H (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: 18:12: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the bedding in the VPK classroom was not stored in a sanitary manner, in that the sheets and blankets were in individual bags, however the sheets and blankets were coming out of the top of the bags and touching other childrens sheets and blankets. During the inspection, the bags were separated. This is being marked corrected at the time of the inspection. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1, G & H Bedding and linens, when not in use, must be stored in a sanitary manner which prevents the spread of germs or lice from other linens. All bedding and linens must be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized at least once a week, and before use by another child. Not Monitored Comments Licensing Specialist did not observe naptime. 19. Nap/Sleep Space Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.2 CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.2 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored Not Applicable Comments This facility does not offer infant care. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-20. View official inspection document (report e666dc73-12c7-4ed8-bb08-9dcdec64b1af)

45. (45-07)

Background screening was not completed: [ every five years after the initial screening.] CCF Handbook, Section 5.2 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: 45-7: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the directors background screening was not completed every five years, in that the background screening expired on 1/20/2026 and it did not get a new eligibility date until 2/25/2026. This is being marked corrected at the time of the inspection. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 5.2 A screening conducted under this rule is valid for five years, at which time a re-screen must be conducted in the same manner as the initial screening. A. The five-year re-screen is required for all child care personnel. B. The five-year re-screen must include, at a minimum, a criminal records check (both national and statewide), a sexual predator and sexual offender registry search, and child abuse and neglect history of any state in which an individual resided during the preceding 5 years. C. Child care personnel must be re-screened following a break in employment in the child care industry that exceeds 90 days. Child care personnel/individual with a break in service that exceeds 90 days are considered unscreened child care personnel/individuals until completion of re-screening. These child care personnel/individuals shall not have unsupervised contact with children in care. D. If child care personnel take a leave of absence, such as maternity leave, extended sick leave, migrant child care programs, etc. re-screening is not required unless the five-year re-screen comes due during the leave of absence. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-20. View official inspection document (report e666dc73-12c7-4ed8-bb08-9dcdec64b1af)

32. (32-08)

The placement of [see below] did not allow for adequate distance/clearance from other equipment, fences, and objects in the area. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments: 32-8: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the facility had removed the fence that was dividing two playgrounds (one playground was licensed and the other playground was for the elementary school). Staff advised that the licensed children use the whole playground now. Licensing Specialist observed that one of the climbers did not have the 6 foot clearance around the perimeter of the equipment, in that the ladder of the climber is 3 feet 5 inches away from the sidewalk. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D Permanent or stationary playground equipment must have a fall/use zone that extends a minimum of 6 feet in all directions from the perimeter of the equipment. All types of ground cover must be maintained to provide resilience and reduce the incidence of injuries to children in the event of falls. TRAINING Due: 9/22/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-08-20. View official inspection document (report f1d34952-4e7f-4ce0-b778-e49601c0f32f)

33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 CCF Handbook, Section 4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (33-07)

Child care personnel, including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the required in-service training during the states fiscal year beginning July 1 and ending June Comments: During the time of inspection, the Owner/Operator/Director advised the Licensing Specialist that there 11 employees. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 11 of the 11 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. 33-7: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed 1 child care personnel that did not have documentation showing that the 10 hours of annual in-service training between 7/1/2024 through 6/30/2025 was completed. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.7 Upon successful completion of the 40-hour introductory training requirements, child care personnel must complete a minimum of 10 clock-hours or one CEU of in-service training annually during the states fiscal year beginning July 1 and ending June 30. A. The annual 10 clock-hours or one CEU of in-service training concentration on children ages birth through 12 must be completed in one or more of the following areas (college level courses will be accepted): 1. Health and safety, including universal precautions, prevention of infectious diseases, sudden infant death syndrome, emergencies due to food and allergic reactions, shaken baby syndrome, use of safe sleep practices, administration of medicine, emergency preparedness, and handling of hazardous materials; 2. Pediatric CPR; 3. First Aid (may be taken to meet the in-service requirement only once every two years); 4. Nutrition; 5. Child development - typical and atypical; 6. Child transportation and safety; 7. Behavior management; 8. Working with families; 9. Design and use of child-oriented space; 10. Community, health and social service resources; 11. Child abuse; 12. Child care for multilingual children; 13. Working with children with disabilities in child care; 14. Safety in outdoor play; 15. Literacy; 16. Guidance and discipline; 17. Computer technology; 18. Leadership development/program management and child care personnel supervision; 19. Age-appropriate lesson planning; 20. Homework assistance for school-age care; 21. Food safety training; 22. Developing special interest centers/spaces and environments; 23. Other course areas relating to child care or child care management; 24. Any of the online courses offered through the Departments child care website. B. Documentation of the in-service training requirement must be recorded on CFFSP Form 5268, Child Care In-Service Training Record, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(i), F.A.C., and included in the child care facilitys personnel records. CF-FSP Form 5268 may be obtained from the Departments website at www.myflfamilies.com/childcare. A new in-service training record is required each fiscal year. The in-service training records for the previous two fiscal years must also be maintained at the child care facility for review by the licensing authority. Due: 9/22/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-08-20. View official inspection document (report f1d34952-4e7f-4ce0-b778-e49601c0f32f)