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ODESSA, FL·Child Care FacilityLicensed
Contact information
Address2358 Gunn Hwy, Odessa FL, 33556
CityODESSA, FL 33556
CountyPASCO
Phone8134755337
Operating details
HoursMon 6:30AM to 6:30PM; Tue 6:30AM to 6:30PM; Wed 6:30AM to 6:30PM; Thu 6:30AM to 6:30PM; Fri 6:30AM to 6:30PM
Capacity182
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 1/26/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High7
- Medium-High14
- Medium4
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
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Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 1/26/2026
- High7
- Medium-High14
- Medium4
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2026
- Medium-High riskStandard 451/26/2026
45. (45-02)
Documentation of Level 2 Clearinghouse screening clearance was missing for child care personnel. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1,C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed one personnel did not have a cleared background screening. The director brought this standard back in compliance at the time of inspection by putting the personnel on leave until she has a cleared background screening. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 Background Screening Documents Background screening documentation must be maintained for all child care personnel as defined by Section 402.302(3), F.S., which includes household members if the facility is located in or adjacent to the home of the operator. Background screening documentation must be on-site and available for the licensing authority to review. C. A copy of the eligible results, for the Level 2 screening, generated from the Clearinghouse must be on record for each personnel. If awaiting Out-of-State criminal history results, a copy of the DCF email informing of the individuals eligibility for a provisional hire status must be in the personnel file. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-01-26. View official inspection document (report adcf3846-9e94-4e36-b30c-f1c143347d88)
Corrected at inspection - Medium-High riskStandard 401/26/2026
40. Medication CCF Handbook, Section 6.5 CCF Handbook, Section 6.5 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (40-09)
The facility did not obtain written authorization prior to administering emergency non-prescription medication. CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, D and K (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR] Comments: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed in classroom Preppers the facility did not have written authorization form for 2 diaper creams. The director was given until February 26, 2026, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 6.5 A. Medication. Child care programs are not required to give medication; however, if a program chooses to do so, it must comply with the following requirements: A. The child care program must have written authorization from the custodial parent or legal guardian to give prescription and non- prescription medications. This authorization must be dated and signed by the custodial parent or legal guardian and contain the childs name; the name of the medication to be given; and date, time and amount of the correct dosage to be given. Prescription and non- prescription medications that are used on an as needed basis require the parent/ legal guardian to provide additional documentation on the authorization form to describe symptoms that would require the medication to be given. The child care provider must never administer a medication that is prescribed for one child to another child. RECORD KEEPING 41. Immunization Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Due: 2/26/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-01-26. View official inspection document (report adcf3846-9e94-4e36-b30c-f1c143347d88)
Not corrected - High riskStandard 401/26/2026
40. Medication CCF Handbook, Section 6.5 CCF Handbook, Section 6.5 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (40-04)
A medication, [clonazepam], brought to the center for administration, was not in its original container. CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR] Comments: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed in classroom Preschool 2B there was medication (clonazepam) prescribed by a doctor that was not in its original container. The director was given until February 26, 2026, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 6.5 Medication 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: 2/26/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-01-26. View official inspection document (report adcf3846-9e94-4e36-b30c-f1c143347d88)
Not corrected - High riskStandard 331/26/2026
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: During the time of inspection, the Operator advised the Licensing Specialist that there 23 employees. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 23 of the 23 employee records. When the Licensing Specialist was reviewing the files the licensing specialist observed 5 personnel did not complete their School Readiness training within the 90 days. The director was given until February 26, 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: 2/26/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-01-26. View official inspection document (report adcf3846-9e94-4e36-b30c-f1c143347d88)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 331/26/2026
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 Operator advised the Licensing Specialist that there 23 employees. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 23 of the 23 employee records. When the Licensing Specialist was reviewing the files the licensing specialist observed one personnel did not finish her 40-hour DCF training. The director was given until February 26, 2026, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 4.2.1 Mandated Introductory Training Childcare personnel must successfully complete 40 hours of childcare 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. Childcare 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) Childcare 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: 2/26/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-01-26. View official inspection document (report adcf3846-9e94-4e36-b30c-f1c143347d88)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 231/26/2026
23. (23-02)
The facility did not have a current and approved annual fire safety inspection by the local fire authority. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, 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 12/04/2026. The last approved fire inspection for this facility was dated 01/23/2025. The fire extinguisher certifications are valid until 12/2026. ***During the inspection, a fire drill was not conducted in the presence of the Licensing Specialist due to inclement weather.*** During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the fire inspection was not conducted annually in that the last inspection was conducted on 1/23/2025. The director was given until February 1, 2026, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook 3.8.2 Fire Safety Unless statutorily exempted, all childcare facilities must conform to state standards adopted by the State Fire Marshal, Chapter 69A-36, F.A.C., Uniform Standards for Life Safety and Fire Prevention in Child Care Facilities. A copy of the current and approved annual fire inspection report completed by a certified fire inspector must be on file with the licensing authority. If the program is granted a fire inspection exemption by the local fire inspection office, the exemption must be documented and maintained on file at the program. FOOD AND NUTRITION 24. Food Preparation Area CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Compliance Comments During the inspection, the Operator advised that the facility provides meals and snacks to the children that are in care. Due: 2/1/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-01-26. View official inspection document (report adcf3846-9e94-4e36-b30c-f1c143347d88)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 121/26/2026
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: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed in classroom preschool 1B the blue couch was ripped. In classroom Toddler B the wall between the refrigerator and the cubbies and the back blue wall by the window there is paint peeling. In classroom Twaddler there is a hole in the wall behind the door in the bathroom. There is painting peeling on the wall above the kitchen set. In classroom Preschool 2A there is paint peeling under the window. In classroom Toddler A the outlet cover that is taped up on the left wall as you walk in. There is paint peeling on the wall between the shelf and the sink. The director was given until February 26, 2026, 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 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: 2/26/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-01-26. View official inspection document (report adcf3846-9e94-4e36-b30c-f1c143347d88)
Not corrected
2025
- Medium riskStandard 339/25/2025
33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 (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 30. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.7 Training [SR] Comments: During the time of inspection, the Operator advised the Licensing Specialist that there 18 employees. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 18 of the 18 employee records. When the Licensing Specialist was reviewing the files the Licensing Specialist observed two personnel did not complete their 10 in service for 24-25 year. The director was given until October 25, 2025, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.7 A-D Annual In-Service Training 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 onchildren ages birth through 12 must be completed in one or more of thefollowing areas (college level courses will be accepted):1. Health and safety, including universal precautions, prevention of infectiousdiseases, 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; Child Care Facility Handbook Page | 439. 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 personnelsupervision;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. C. All child care personnel employed in the industry beyond 15 months, who change employment from one child care program to another during the fiscal year must complete the annual in-service training requirement. D. Child care personnel not in compliance with the annual in-service training requirement described in this section must complete the remaining in-service training requirement within 30 days of the noncompliance finding by the licensing authority. These hours cannot be used to meet the current years in service training requirements. Due: 10/25/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-09-25. View official inspection document (report 58baeae0-7950-48b5-9a73-0161d47f8e4a)
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 339/25/2025
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: During the time of inspection, the Operator advised the Licensing Specialist that there 18 employees. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 18 of the 18 employee records. When the Licensing Specialist was reviewing the files the Licensing Specialist observed one personnel did not finish her 5 hours Early Literacy training. The director was given until October 25, 2025, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.2 Early Literacy Training Pursuant to Section 402.305(2)(e)5., F.S., all childcare 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 childcare industry. Proof of completion may be documented on a certificate of course completion, classroom transcript, or diploma. Childcare 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: 10/25/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-09-25. View official inspection document (report 58baeae0-7950-48b5-9a73-0161d47f8e4a)
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 339/25/2025
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: During the time of inspection, the Operator advised the Licensing Specialist that there 18 employees. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 18 of the 18 employee records. When the Licensing Specialist was reviewing the files the licensing specialist observed two personnel did not finish their DCF 40-hour training. The director was given until October 25, 2025, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 4.1 Beginning Training Childcare personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month must begin training within 90 days of employment in the childcare industry and successfully complete Departments training within 12 months from the date training begins. Training taken prior to employment in the childcare industry does not constitute begin training. The begin training timeframes begin at the time of employment in the childcare industry. Training completion may not exceed 15 months from the date of employment in the childcare industry in any licensed Florida childcare 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 childcare training course, or by receiving results from a department-approved competency examination. The childcare program is responsible for obtaining training documentation from childcare personnel. Due: 10/25/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-09-25. View official inspection document (report 58baeae0-7950-48b5-9a73-0161d47f8e4a)
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 485/14/2025
48. (48-02)
: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that there were 9 one and two year olds in the Toddler B classroom with 2 teachers. When Licensing Specialist monitored the employee files, Licensing observed that neither employee had a staff credential. During the reinspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the two toddler classrooms were split into two rooms with 1 teacher and 5 one year olds and 1 teacher and 6 one year olds. A staff credential is not required in either classroom. This is being marked compliant. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-05-14. View official inspection document (report f592c92a-7ae5-4898-bc9c-c60f19fc66c0)
Not corrected - High riskStandard 345/14/2025
34. Credentialed Staff CCF Handbook, Section 4.6 & 4.7 CCF Handbook, Section 4.6 & 4.7 (34-04)
The director responsible for the daily operation of the program did not have an active Director Credential. CCF Handbook, Section 4.7 Comments: 34-4: During the previous inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the facility does not have a director. During the re inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the facility does not have a director. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 4.7 Section 402.305(2)(g), F.S., requires a child care facility to have a credentialed director. Every applicant for a license to operate a child care facility or a license for a change of ownership of a child care facility must document that the facility director has an active Director Credential prior to issuance of the license. An applicant for the Director Credential must meet the requirements referenced in CFFSP Form 5290, Florida Child Care and Education Program Director Credential and Renewal Application, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(k), F.A.C. CF Child FSP Form 5290 may be obtained from the Departments website at www.myflfamilies.com/childcare. All applications and documentation will be verified, and, if complete, the credential will be issued by the Department or its designated representative on CF-FSP Form 5252, Florida Child Care and Education Program Director Credential, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(g), F.A.C. A. Each child care facility must have a credentialed director who is on-site a majority of hours, excluding weekends and evening hours that the facility is in operation. Documentation of majority of hours must be maintained and available for review by the licensing authority. B. CF- FSP Form 5252, Florida Child Care and Education Program Director Credential, must be maintained at the facility for review by the licensing authority. A Director Credential, as documented on CF-FSP Form 5252, Florida Child Care and Education Program Director Credential, is active for five years from the date of issuance. C. An individual may not be the director of child care facilities that overlap in the hours of operation. D. An individual with an inactive Director Credential is ineligible to be the director of a child care facility. E. Every applicant for a license to operate a child care facility or a license for a change of ownership of a child care facility must document that the facility director has an active Director Credential prior to issuance of the license. F. Child care facility owners must notify the licensing authority within five working days of when the facility loses a credentialed director or when there is a change of director. 1. The licensing authority will then issue a provisional license for a period not to exceed six months for any facility without a credentialed director. 2. The provisional license will have an effective date of the first day the facility was without a credentialed director. HEALTH REQUIREMENTS 35. Communicable Disease Control CCF Handbook, Section 6.1 CCF Handbook, Section 6.1 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 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) Not Monitored 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 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-05-14. View official inspection document (report f592c92a-7ae5-4898-bc9c-c60f19fc66c0)
Not corrected - High riskStandard 335/14/2025
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 previous inspection, Licensing Specialist observed 7 employees that did not complete the School Readiness Pre- Service training before they were left alone with children or within the 90 days of their hire date. During the reinspection, Licensing Specialist observed that 3 employees did not complete the School Readiness Pre-Service training before they were left alone with children or within the 90 days of their hire date. Staff advised that the other 4 employees are no longer employed. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, DEL SR Handbook, Section 3.1 and 3.2 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. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-05-14. View official inspection document (report f592c92a-7ae5-4898-bc9c-c60f19fc66c0)
Not corrected - High riskStandard 481/17/2025
48. Group Size (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (48-02)
At least one of the two teachers required to maintain staff to child ratio for a group size of [9 one year olds and two year olds] for [2 staff members] did not possess an active credential as recognized by the department. (Sections 2.2.1 and 2.2.4 Group Size, Page 4) School Readiness [SR] Comments: 48-2: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that there were 9 one and two year olds in the Toddler B classroom with 2 teachers. When Licensing Specialist monitored the employee files, Licensing observed that neither employee had a staff credential. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance DEL SR Handbook, Sections 2.2.1 B For children 1 year up to 24 months of age, group size may not exceed twelve (12) children in a single classroom. For classrooms operating with 7 to 12 children, there must be one designated lead teacher, and one of the two child care personnel must possess, at a minimum, an active credential pursuant to s. 402.305(3), F.S. For classrooms operating with 6 or fewer children, the child care personnel is not required to have an active credential. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-01-17. View official inspection document (report 4a26a3fc-c717-4350-957a-e7313bf792c6)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 451/17/2025
45. (45-05)
Employment history check did not include all required information including applicants, job title, description of regular duties, confirmation of employment dates, and level of job performance. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: 45-5: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed 6 employees 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. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-01-17. View official inspection document (report 4a26a3fc-c717-4350-957a-e7313bf792c6)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 451/17/2025
45. (45-02)
Documentation of Level 2 Clearinghouse screening clearance was missing for child care personnel. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1,C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: 45-2: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed 2 employees did not have the level 2 Background Screening completed through the Clearinghouse. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1, C A copy of the eligible results, for the Level 2 screening, generated from the Clearinghouse must be on record for each personnel. If awaiting Out-of-State criminal history results, a copy of the DCF email informing of the individuals eligibility for a provisional hire status must be in the personnel file. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-01-17. View official inspection document (report 4a26a3fc-c717-4350-957a-e7313bf792c6)
Not corrected - High riskStandard 451/17/2025
45. (45-01)
A complete CF-FSP Form 5131, Background Screening and Personnel File Requirements, was not on file for all employees. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1, A (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. 45.1 During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed 1 employee did not have the 5131 form, Background Screening and Personnel File Requirements form, on file. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1, A Each personnel record must have a completed CF-FSP Form 5131, Background Screening and Personnel File Requirements, which is incorporated by reference in paragraph 65C-22.001(7)(b), F.A.C. Due: 2/17/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-01-17. View official inspection document (report 4a26a3fc-c717-4350-957a-e7313bf792c6)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 431/17/2025
43. (43-10)
The facility did not maintain documentation that the parent(s) or legal guardian(s) of each child were provided information regarding the potential for distracted adults to fail to drop off a child and leave them in the car annually during the months of April and September in that [there was no documentation showing that the distracted driver brochure was provided to the custodial parents on September 2024]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.3, C.5. (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: 43-10: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that there was no documentation showing that the distracted driver brochure was provided to the custodial parents on September 2024. During the inspection, the staff emailed all the parents the distracted driver brochure. This is being marked compliant. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 7.3, C.5. Annually, in the months of April and September, the child care facility must provide parents/guardians of the children enrolled in the facility with information regarding the potential for distracted adults to fail to drop off a child at the facility and instead leave them in the adults vehicle upon arrival at the adults destination.CF/PI 175- 12, brochure, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(x), F.A.C. and may be obtained from the Departments website at www.myflfamilies.com . Compliance Comments During the time of inspection, the Owner/Operator/Director advised the Licensing Specialist that there 23 employees. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 23 of the 23 employee records. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-01-17. View official inspection document (report 4a26a3fc-c717-4350-957a-e7313bf792c6)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 431/17/2025
43. (43-06)
The facility did not maintain documentation that the parent(s) or legal guardian(s) of each child were provided information detailing the causes, symptoms, and transmission of the influenza virus annually during the months of August through September in that [no documentation showing that the influenza brochure was provided to the custodial parents on August/September 2024]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.3, C.4. (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: During the time of the inspection, the Owner/Operator advised the Licensing Specialist that there are currently 90 children enrolled. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 90 of the 90 childrens records. 43-6: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that there was no documentation showing that the influenza brochure was provided to the custodial parents on August/September 2024. During the inspection, the staff emailed all the parents the influenza brochure. This is being marked compliant. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 7.3, C.4. Annually, during the months of August and September, the child care facility must provide parents/guardians of children enrolled in the facility with information detailing the causes, symptoms, and transmission of the influenza virus. To assist providers, the Department developed a brochure, CF/PI 175-70, Influenza Virus, Guide to Parents, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(n), F.A.C. and may be obtained from the Departments website at www.myflfamilies.com/childcare. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-01-17. View official inspection document (report 4a26a3fc-c717-4350-957a-e7313bf792c6)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 351/17/2025
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: 35-12: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed 8 employees that did not have documentation that the facilitys exposure plan was completed before the employees started working. 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 facility's exposure plan regarding standard precautions before beginning to work and annually thereafter. Written documentation that child care personnel have participated in the facility's 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 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-01-17. View official inspection document (report 4a26a3fc-c717-4350-957a-e7313bf792c6)
Not corrected - High riskStandard 331/17/2025
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 7 employees that did not complete the School Readiness Pre-Service training before they were left alone with children or within the 90 days of their hire date. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, DEL SR Handbook, Section 3.1 and 3.2 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. Not Monitored Comments The facility was cited on the last routine inspection for not having a directors credentialed staff member and the due date is on 2/1/2025. 34. Credentialed Staff CCF Handbook, Section 4.6 & 4.7 CCF Handbook, Section 4.6 & 4.7 Not Monitored HEALTH REQUIREMENTS 35. Communicable Disease Control CCF Handbook, Section 6.1 CCF Handbook, Section 6.1 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Noncompliance Due: 2/17/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-01-17. View official inspection document (report 4a26a3fc-c717-4350-957a-e7313bf792c6)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 331/17/2025
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 7 employees did not have documentation that the fire extinguisher training was completed within 30 days of their hire date and 2 employees did not have documentation that the safe sleep training was completed within 30 days of their hire date. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.5 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. Section 4.2.3 All child care personnel who work in a facility that offers care to infants must have training regarding guidance on safe sleep practices, preventing shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma; recognition of signs and symptoms of shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma; strategies for coping with crying, fussing, or distraught child and the development and vulnerabilities of the brain in infancy in early childhood within 30 days of hire at the facility. For child care personnel to satisfy this requirement the training must be accomplished through one of following methods: Department's Health Safety and Nutrition course, Safe Sleep course, or the Early Learning Floridas Safe Sleep Practices. Documentation of training must be maintained on the Department's training transcript in the child care personnel record. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-01-17. View official inspection document (report 4a26a3fc-c717-4350-957a-e7313bf792c6)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 331/17/2025
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: During the time of inspection, the Owner/Operator/Director advised the Licensing Specialist that there 23 employees. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 23 of the 23 employee records. REMINDER: In-service training for 2024/2025 fiscal year must be completed before July 1, 2025. 33-6: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed 1 employee that did not complete the early literacy training within 12 months of their child care industry start 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: 2/17/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-01-17. View official inspection document (report 4a26a3fc-c717-4350-957a-e7313bf792c6)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 231/17/2025
23. (23-05)
The facility did not have documentation of a fire extinguisher being properly maintained to include being serviced and retagged timely, and/or with a current certificate. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, B (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: 23-5: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the fire extinguisher certificates were not tagged annual, in that the fire extinguisher certification(s) were valid until 5/2024, 8/2024 and 8/2024. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, B Fire extinguishers with a minimum rating of 2A:10BC must be properly installed, serviced and maintained with current inspection tags at all times. FOOD AND NUTRITION 24. Food Preparation Area CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-01-17. View official inspection document (report 4a26a3fc-c717-4350-957a-e7313bf792c6)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 231/17/2025
23. (23-02)
The facility did not have a current and approved annual fire safety inspection by the local fire authority. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, A (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: The last fire drill was conducted on 12/3/2024. 23-2: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the facility did not have an approved annual fire inspection conducted by a fire marshal. The annual fire inspection was conducted on 1/7/2025, however there were non-compliances on the report. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, A Unless statutorily exempted, all child care facilities must conform to state standards adopted by the State Fire Marshal, Chapter 69A-36, F.A.C., Uniform Standards for Life Safety and Fire Prevention in Child Care Facilities. A copy of the current and approved annual fire inspection report completed by a certified fire inspector must be on file with the licensing authority. If the program is granted a fire inspection exemption by the local fire inspection office, the exemption must be documented and maintained on file at the program. Due: 2/17/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-01-17. View official inspection document (report 4a26a3fc-c717-4350-957a-e7313bf792c6)
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About this daycare
- Location: ODESSA, PASCO County
- Capacity: 182
- Type: Child Care Facility
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