La Petite Academy

37. Square Footage (Outdoor) VI. D. (37-01)

The outdoor play space at the childrens center calculated at 90 square feet per child allowed [10] children to use the space at one time but [14] children were observed in the play area. Comments: Four Toddlers were taken inside the classroom, which corrected the capacity issue on the playground. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-04. View official inspection document (report 51bff704-b947-40fa-b160-41a948cb8428)

07. Infant Group Size II.C. (07-02)

The maximum group size of 10 infants for ages 1 year to 2 years old was exceed, in that a group of [14] infants were observed [on the playground together]. Comments: Licensing Specialist had one teacher take four of the Toddlers into the classroom, bringing this area into compliance. Scheduling will be adjusted to allow each Toddler classroom their own designated time to use the playground. The Toddler groups can be together as long as the number of children does not exceed 10. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-04. View official inspection document (report 51bff704-b947-40fa-b160-41a948cb8428)

80. Formula (80-01)

Bottles and/or sippy cups brought from home were not labeled with childs first and last name. Comments: Staff wrote the names on the cups during the inspection. APPLICATION, FEE, LICENSE X Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-11-24. View official inspection document (report dc3c48e7-0505-42d0-8490-49101f13f2fb)

60. (60-02)

Knives/sharp tools were observed within the reach of children as they were stored [in a cup holder next to the children's water cups]. (Section 10, number 4) Comments: Adult scissors were observed within reach of the children. Scissors were removed and placed out of reach of the children. 61. Animals Immunized/Parents Notified: VII.A. VII.A. (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10 Physical Environment, Pages 22-23) Not Applicable Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-07-08. View official inspection document (report 30b92853-bfdf-49dd-8d8e-3392727612df)

12. (12-18)

Program personnel returning to the industry and who were in compliance with training requirements when they left the industry did not complete new mandated training within 90 days of employment. (Section 18.3, number 1) Comments: A staff member that last worked in childcare in 2021, was hired 3-31-25, but did not complete the required School Readiness trainings until 7-7-25. Compliance Comments There are 7 staff members that hold current credentials. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-07-08. View official inspection document (report 30b92853-bfdf-49dd-8d8e-3392727612df)

72. Diapering Practices VII. E. (72-01)

Items unrelated to diapering were observed on the diaper changing surface or stored in the diaper changing area. Comments: Staff member in a Toddler classroom was preparing a project for the children and was using the changing table as a work surface. Staff member removed the items from the changing table. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-03-12. View official inspection document (report fbac81b9-37a6-44fc-b30f-eb12ff85e373)

16. Childrens Records (16-05)

See Childrens Records Summary for [1] records with incomplete Emergency Medical Release forms. Comments: Please submit a completed Emergency Medical Release form for the child whose form was not signed or notarized. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-03-12. View official inspection document (report fbac81b9-37a6-44fc-b30f-eb12ff85e373)