Happy Corner Academy

78. Food/Nutrition (78-04)

Menus were not dated for [the week of 3-16-26]. Comments: Ensure menus are dated for each week. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-16. View official inspection document (report be49d750-8aff-45fe-8c84-547b4572688a)

68. First Aid Kit and Materials on Premises/Field Trips VII. B. (68-03)

The first aid kit of the childrens center did not contain the following item(s): [soap, hand sanitizer, bandages, thermometer, and moistened wipes] Comments: Obtain the missing items and ensure the First Aid Kit remains fully stocked at all times. Submit proof to the License Board office the items have been obtained. In addition, ensure the First Aid Kit is clean and free of debris. Observed several soiled gauze pads and Q-tips, rusty scissors, leaves and dirt in the bottom of the container/First Aid Kit. All medication and non-essential items (aspirin, iodine, ointment, etc.) should be removed from the Kit. Due: 3/20/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-16. View official inspection document (report be49d750-8aff-45fe-8c84-547b4572688a)

31. Separate Room (Infants) VI.C. (31-02)

child care personnel in the [1's] infant classroom failed to keep a door closed that lead to [3's - 5's classroom]. Comments: The half door leading into the toddler classroom was observed propped open with a toy farmhouse. Staff have been previously advised this is not allowed. Ensure the door leading to the toddler classroom is kept closed at all times. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-16. View official inspection document (report be49d750-8aff-45fe-8c84-547b4572688a)

18. Medication: V. A. (18-20)

Child care personnel administering medication did not have documentation of education on proper administration procedures. Comments: Ensure the documentation to administer medication (Epi Pen) is completed. Submit a copy of the documentation to the License Board office once complete. Due: 3/20/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-16. View official inspection document (report be49d750-8aff-45fe-8c84-547b4572688a)

16. Childrens Records (16-02)

See Childrens Records Summary for [1] records with incomplete information. Comments: Obtain the missing information for the child listed on the Childrens Records Summary. Submit documentation to the License Board office which shows the information has been obtained and is now on file. An Administrative Fine will be issued for this violation. A random sample of six childrens records and five toddler records was inspected; 10 records were in compliance. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-16. View official inspection document (report be49d750-8aff-45fe-8c84-547b4572688a)

12. (12-08)

See the Personnel Records Summary for [1] Child Care staff who did not attend the entire Department of Children and Family Services specialized training course Infant and Toddler Appropriate Practices Within 90 days of employment in the infant room. Comments: Staff hired on 6-2-25 did not complete Infant Training by 9-2-25. Ensure staff listed on the Personnel Records Summary dated 12-5-25 complete the required training. Submit a copy of the updated training transcript to the License Board office once the training is complete. 13. Staff Credential: I.B. I.B. Not Monitored 14. Director Credential: I.B. I.B. (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 2 Minimum Age Requirements, Page 13) Not Monitored RECORDS V A Due: 1/15/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-01-08. View official inspection document (report f004c00e-dc40-47ca-81ff-71358863caf4)

16. (16-05)

See Childrens Records Summary for [1] records with incomplete Emergency Medical Release forms. (Section 19.2, number 7) Comments: The Emergency Medical Release form in the child's file since 9-29-25, was not notarized or signed by the parent. Obtain a completed Emergency Medical Release for the child listed on the Children's Records Summary. Submit a copy of the updated Emergency Medical Release form to the License Board office upon receipt. A random sample of six children's records and four toddler records was inspected; eight records were in compliance. 17. Daily Attendance/Center Closing Log: V.A. V.A. (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 19.3 Record Keeping/Attendance, Page 48) Noncompliance Due: 12/12/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-12-05. View official inspection document (report 8f244a09-e547-47e5-8c1f-b60b7045776c)

12. (12-08)

See the Personnel Records Summary for [1] Child Care staff who did not attend the entire Department of Children and Family Services specialized training course Infant and Toddler Appropriate Practices Within 90 days of employment in the infant room. Comments: Staff hired on 6-2-25 did not complete Infant Training by 9-2-25. Ensure staff listed on the Personnel Records Summary complete the required training. Submit a copy of the updated training transcript to the License Board office once the training is complete. Due: 12/12/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-12-05. View official inspection document (report 8f244a09-e547-47e5-8c1f-b60b7045776c)

16. (16-02)

See Childrens Records Summary for [1] records with incomplete information. (Section 19.2, number 7) Comments: Obtain the missing information for the child listed on the Children's Records Summary. Submit documentation to the License Board office which shows the information has been obtained and is now on file. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-12-05. View official inspection document (report 8f244a09-e547-47e5-8c1f-b60b7045776c)

17. (17-01)

Staff did not record complete and accurate attendance records to included childs first and last name time in and out and date. [In the Toddler classroom, there were four children present but only three marked on the attendance roster]. (Section 19.3, numbers 1 and 3) Comments: The staff member corrected the attendance roster during the inspection by obtaining the time the child arrived from ProCare and documenting the attendance roster accordingly. Submit a Corrective Action Plan to the License Board office which ensures the Director has reviewed with staff the importance of maintaining complete and accurate attendance at all times children are in care. Due: 12/12/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-12-05. View official inspection document (report 8f244a09-e547-47e5-8c1f-b60b7045776c)

18. Medication: V. A. V. A. (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 16 Medication, Pages 35-36) (18-07)

The written medication record did not include the following information:the childs name, the name of the medication, date, time, amount of dosage to be given, and signature of the custodial parent or legal guardian. (Section 16, number 1 and 6) Comments: All four toddlers did not have completed permission forms of file for non-prescription diaper rash creams. Ensure the parents of the children complete the forms and submit copies to the License Board upon receipt. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-12-05. View official inspection document (report 8f244a09-e547-47e5-8c1f-b60b7045776c)

72. Diapering Practices VII. E. (72-03)

Diaper changing occurred on a surface that was not impermeable. Comments: The diaper changing pad in the 1's classroom was observed to have rips and small holes. Repair or replace the diaper changing pad and ensure the surface is impermeable. TRANSPORTATION VIII Due: 8/18/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-08-15. View official inspection document (report 671b43a8-1f96-4bea-ab6b-369d9258c5d0)

65. Handwashing VII. A. (65-07)

Hand hygiene procedures, including situations at times, were not posted in food preparation diapering and toileting areas. Comments: A handwashing sign was not posted in the 2's bathroom. Ensure handwashing signs are posted at all sinks. Due: 8/18/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-08-15. View official inspection document (report 671b43a8-1f96-4bea-ab6b-369d9258c5d0)

55. Isolation Area (55-07)

The childrens center does not have documentation of all child care personnel on required annual refresher education of the childrens center exposure plan. Comments: Three staff did not complete the center's Refresher Training for the Exposure Control Plan on or before the date of expiration. Ensure the Refresher Training is completed annually. SAFETY, HEALTH AND SANITATION VII Compliance Comments A Food Service inspection dated 5-22-25 is on file. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-08-15. View official inspection document (report 671b43a8-1f96-4bea-ab6b-369d9258c5d0)

55. Isolation Area (55-06)

The childrens center did not have a written exposure plan regarding safety precautions for exposure to blood and potentially infectious fluids. Comments: Staff hired on 6-2-25 did not complete the center's written Exposure Control Plan. Ensure staff listed on the Personnel Records Summary sign and date the Exposure Control Plan once reviewed. Submit a copy to the License Board office. Due: 8/18/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-08-15. View official inspection document (report 671b43a8-1f96-4bea-ab6b-369d9258c5d0)

16. Childrens Records (16-11)

See Childrens Records Summary for [2] records with the Florida Certificate of Immunization that was not acceptable in that the form was not current (expired) an applicable part of the record was not complete it did not include the signature of the physician or it did not include the date the form was issued by the physician. Comments: Obtain updated Immunization forms for the children listed on the Children's Records Summary. Submit copies to the License Board office upon receipt. The annual inspection of 25 children's records conducted; 22 records were in compliance. The Director was reminded that the Flu and Distracted Adult brochures are no longer required. Due: 8/22/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-08-15. View official inspection document (report 671b43a8-1f96-4bea-ab6b-369d9258c5d0)

16. Childrens Records (16-02)

See Childrens Records Summary for [2] records with incomplete information. Comments: Obtain the missing information for the children listed on the Children's Records Summary. Submit proof to the License Board office the information has been obtained and is now on file. Due: 8/22/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-08-15. View official inspection document (report 671b43a8-1f96-4bea-ab6b-369d9258c5d0)

57. Premises Free of Health and Safety Hazards (57-08)

Indoor and outdoor play areas were not inspected daily for basic health and safety and/or any problems were not corrected before the play area is used by children and/or daily inspection logs were not maintained for 12 months. Comments: The Director was unable to locate the Indoor Inspection Logs for the past several months. Ensure the Indoor Inspection Log is completed and documented daily for basic health and safety. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-04-11. View official inspection document (report 00e7d7c4-9d29-4187-bd21-5ea73cd74dbd)

80. Formula (80-01)

Bottles and/or sippy cups brought from home were not labeled with childs first and last name. Comments: Water bottles in all classrooms did not have first and last names or were worn off. Ensure all bottles are clearly labeled with first and last names. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-04-11. View official inspection document (report 00e7d7c4-9d29-4187-bd21-5ea73cd74dbd)

50. Maintained/Safe (Outdoor Equipment) VI.G. (50-05)

Inspections were not conducted and documented monthly of all supports, above and below the ground, all connectors, and moving parts. Comments: There was no daily Outdoor Inspection Log completed since December 2024. Ensure the Outdoor Inspection Log is completed and documented daily to ensure all outdoor equipment is safe and in good working order. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-04-11. View official inspection document (report 00e7d7c4-9d29-4187-bd21-5ea73cd74dbd)

36. Clean Good Repair (Indoor Play Space) VI. C. (36-01)

An area of the childrens center was not cleaned as evidence by [dirty air vents in the 2's/3's classroom which were accessible to children]. Comments: Clean the air vents and ensure they are included in the routine indoor cleaning schedule. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-04-11. View official inspection document (report 00e7d7c4-9d29-4187-bd21-5ea73cd74dbd)

20. Administrative Fine Posted: V. A. (20-01)

The citation for a violation of a licensing standard or requirement of ss. 402.301-402.319 F.S. that resulted in disciplinary action did not remain posted with the license for a full year after its effective date. Comments: Three fines were not posted. Copies of the fines were provided and all fines were posted during the inspection. Ensure all fines remain posted for a full year from the date of issuance. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-04-11. View official inspection document (report 00e7d7c4-9d29-4187-bd21-5ea73cd74dbd)

50. (50-04)

The placement of [a green bench] did not allow for adequate distance/clearance from other equipment, fences and objects in the area. (Section 11.2, number 4) Comments: The bench was placed less than two feet away from a climbing structure's ladder. Relocate the bench to another place on the playground where it allows for adequate clearance from equipment and does not pose a hazard to children. Submit a photo to the License Board office showing the bench has been relocated. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-12-13. View official inspection document (report 41bbaf85-3602-4c0f-b17d-b1e19d270cd2)

39. (39-01)

A resilient surface was not provided beneath and within the fall/use zone for [the play structure on the toddler playground]. (Section 11.2, number 3) Comments: Add a resilient surface to the fall/use zones of the play structure on the toddler playground to prevent injury to children in the event of a fall. Submit photo proof to the License Board office once the resilient surface has been added. An Administrative Fine will be issued for this violation. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-12-13. View official inspection document (report 41bbaf85-3602-4c0f-b17d-b1e19d270cd2)