The Salvation Army Pasco County
PORT RICHEY, FL·Child Care FacilityLicensed
Contact information
Address7745 Ridge Rd, Port Richey FL, 34668
CountyPASCO
Phone7278158539
Operating details
HoursMon 8:00AM to 6:00PM; Tue 8:00AM to 6:00PM; Wed 8:00AM to 6:00PM; Thu 8:00AM to 6:00PM; Fri 8:00AM to 6:00PM
Capacity132
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 3/16/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High1
- Medium-High6
- Medium0
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
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7745 Ridge Rd, Port Richey FL, 34668, PORT RICHEY, FL 34668
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- Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
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Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 3/16/2026
- High1
- Medium-High6
- Medium0
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2026
- Medium-High riskStandard 063/16/2026
06. (06-01)
The facility's driver did not have [An annual physical examination which grants medical approval to drive]. SACCF Handbook, Section 2.5.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR] Comments: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the driver 1 physical expired on 11/8/25. The director brought this standard back in compliance at the time of inspection by removing the driver until the driver can complete a physical. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, SACCF Handbook Section 2.5.1 Driver Requirements. The driver of any vehicle used by a school-age child care program to provide transportation must have the following: A. A valid Florida drivers license; B. An annual physical examination which grants medical approval to drive, and valid certificate(s) of course completion for first aid training and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) procedures. 07. Vehicle Requirements SACCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 SACCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 08. Seat Belts/Child Restraints SACCF Handbook, Sections 2.5.4 and 2.5.5 SACCF Handbook, Sections 2.5.4 and 2.5.5 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-16. View official inspection document (report aaa553aa-1860-4c46-ab76-3d99b8c22466)
Corrected at inspection - Medium-High riskStandard 123/16/2026
12. (12-02)
An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. SACCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed in the hallway into the mens bathroom there is paint peeling on the wall under the window. In the mens bathroom the bottom of the first stall there is blue tape wrapped around it and the tile that is to the right of the door is broken and sharp. In the gym the blue padding that is on the wall is ripped and exposing the foam, there is paint peeling on the grey wall to the left of the entrance doors next to the double white doors(Room 158 HVAC). The director was given until April 16, 2026, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, SACCF Handbook Section 3.1 General Health and Safety Requirements A. All school-age program facilities must be clean, in good repair, and free from health and safety hazards and vermin. During the hours that the program is in operation, no portion of the building can be used for any activity that presents a risk to the health and safety of the children. Indoor and outdoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety and documented on a daily inspection log. Any problems must be corrected before the play area is used by children. Documentation must be maintained for 12 months. Due: 4/16/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-16. View official inspection document (report aaa553aa-1860-4c46-ab76-3d99b8c22466)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 123/16/2026
12. (12-12)
A fire hazard, [dust build up on vents], was observed in the facility. SACCF Handbook, Section 3.1, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed in the bathrooms there was a build up of dust on the vents. The director brought this standard back in compliance at the time of inspection by cleaning the vents. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, SACCF Handbook Section 3.1 General Health and Safety Requirements B. It is the responsibility of the director/owner to ensure that all areas and equipment of the facility are free from fire hazards, such as lint and dust build-up in heating and air vents, filters, exhaust fans, ceiling fans and dryer vents. This includes grease buildup in ovens, stoves and food equipment. 13. Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons SACCF Handbook, Section 3.1 and 3.2 SACCF Handbook, Section 3.1 and 3.2 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 14. Lighting, Temperature, and Ventilation SACCF Handbook, Section 3.3 SACCF Handbook, Section 3.3 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-16. View official inspection document (report aaa553aa-1860-4c46-ab76-3d99b8c22466)
Corrected at inspection - Medium-High riskStandard 173/16/2026
17. (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. SACCF Handbook, Section 3.5, F (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed on the playground there was a couple holes and the fence was not at ground level in those areas. The first area was the fence next to the building had a hole measuring 4 feet in width and 2 feet in length and the gap between the fence and the ground was measuring 6 inches. The second area was the fence next to the drive way the hole 2 feet in width and 1 foot in length and the gap between the fence and the ground was measuring at 6 inches. The director brought this standard back in compliance at the time of inspection by filling in the holes. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, SACCF Handbook Section 3.5 Outdoor Play Area 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 openings 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 build-up to prevent inside or 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: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-16. View official inspection document (report aaa553aa-1860-4c46-ab76-3d99b8c22466)
Corrected at inspection - Medium-High riskStandard 213/16/2026
21. (21-06)
During the facilitys licensure year, fire drills utilizing the approved alarm system were not conducted monthly at various dates and times when children were in care [the last fire drill conducted on 9/22/25]. SACCF Handbook, Section 3.8.4, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored the Fire Drill Log and observed documentation of the last fire drill having been conducted on 9/22/2025. The last approved fire inspection for this facility was dated 06/23/2025. The fire extinguisher certifications are valid until 03/2026. ***During the inspection, a fire drill was conducted in the presence of the Licensing Specialist. There were 4 adults and 12 children present. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the last fire drill was conducted on 9/22/25. A fire drill was not conducted for the following months: October 2025, November 2025, December 2025, January 2026 and February 2026. The director brought this standard back in compliance at the time of inspection by completing a fire drill with the licensing specialist. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, SACCF Handbook Section 3.8.4 Fire Drills A. During the facilitys licensure year, fire drills utilizing the alarm system, approved by the local fire authority, must be conducted monthly at various dates and times when children are in care. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-16. View official inspection document (report aaa553aa-1860-4c46-ab76-3d99b8c22466)
Corrected at inspection - High riskStandard 283/16/2026
28. (28-12)
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: During the time of inspection, the Operator advised the Licensing Specialist that there 3 employees. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 3 of the 3 employee records. When the Licensing Specialist was reviewing the files the licensing specialist observed one personnel that did not finish their School Readiness training within the 90 days. The director was given until April 16, 2026, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, School Readiness Program Health and Safety Standards Handbook Section 3.1 Preservice. Child care personnel must successfully complete the preservice training coursework described in this section,as applicable. All child care personnel must complete these preservice training requirements within 90 days of initial employment with any School Readiness provider. This timeframe does not start over if personnel change employment to another School Readiness provider within this initial 90 days. Personnel who have not completed all preservice training requirements are not allowed any unsupervised contact with or care of children in a School Readiness program. Due: 4/16/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-16. View official inspection document (report aaa553aa-1860-4c46-ab76-3d99b8c22466)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 383/16/2026
38. (38-09)
The facility failed to maintain a current Employee/Contractor Roster for all child care personnel in the Clearinghouse. SACCF Handbook, Section 5.1, K (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed three personnel that was not the facilities rooster. The director was given until April 16, 2026, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, SACCF Handbook Section 5.1, K Initial Screening K. The employer/owner/operator must add child care personnel to their Employee/Contractor Roster in the Clearinghouse within ten 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. 39. Daily Attendance SACCF Handbook, Section 7.5 SACCF Handbook, Section 7.5 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance ENFORCEMENT 40. Access/Child Safety SACCF Handbook, Section 8 SACCF Handbook, Section 8 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance SCHOOL READINESS Due: 4/16/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-16. View official inspection document (report aaa553aa-1860-4c46-ab76-3d99b8c22466)
Not corrected
Safety & Compliance Analysis
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(Past 6 Months)
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Estimated monthly cost
$1,009/month
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About this daycare
- Location: PORT RICHEY, PASCO County
- Capacity: 132
- Type: Child Care Facility
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