Precious Little Moments, LLC

DELAND, FLChild Care FacilityLicensed

4.5based on state inspection data
Capacity34
HoursMon 5:30AM to 6:00PM; Tue 5:30AM to 6:00PM; Wed 5:30AM to 6:00PM; Thu 5:30AM to 6:00PM; Fri 5:30AM to 6:00PM
Est. price$1,024/mo

Contact information

Address209 S Spring Garden Ave Ste A, Deland FL, 32720

CityDELAND, FL 32720

CountyVOLUSIA

Phone3867348382

Operating details

HoursMon 5:30AM to 6:00PM; Tue 5:30AM to 6:00PM; Wed 5:30AM to 6:00PM; Thu 5:30AM to 6:00PM; Fri 5:30AM to 6:00PM

Capacity34

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 4/1/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High10
  • Medium-High2
  • Medium12
  • Medium-Low1
  • Low0

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209 S Spring Garden Ave Ste A, Deland FL, 32720, DELAND, FL 32720

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  1. This facility has supervision-related findings on its state record - ask specifically how ratios are maintained during transitions, outdoor play, and nap time
  2. Ask what changed after their most recent supervision citation and how compliance is monitored now
  3. This facility has health or sanitation findings on its state record - ask about their current cleaning, diapering, and handwashing procedures
  4. This facility has staffing or training findings on its state record - ask about background checks, required training completion, and staff turnover

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 4/1/2026

  • High8
  • Medium-High1
  • Medium8
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

2026

  1. Medium riskStandard 464/1/2026

    46. Daily Attendance CCF Handbook, Section 7.5 (46-03)

    Child care personnel failed to ensure arrival and departure times were complete and accurate at the time of arrival or departure. CCF Handbook, Section 7.5, B Comments: Licensing specialist observed two classroom rosters did not have times of arrival and departures. Provider added times at time of inspection. 7.5 Daily Attendance Daily attendance of children must be taken and recorded accurately by the child care personnel, documenting the time when each child enters and departs the program. A. Attendance devices used for the purposes of tracking attendance may be used, but personnel must ensure the accuracy of the documented attendance. Each classroom must have an attendance sheet/class roster for the group of children occupying that space. Attendance sheet/class roster must accompany the child care personnel and the group of children throughout the day should they leave the classroom. B. The custodial parent or guardian may document the time when his/her child enters and departs the child care facility or program. However, child care facility personnel are responsible for ensuring that attendance records are complete and accurate. ENFORCEMENT Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-01. View official inspection document (report 039fa416-5ee6-4f08-be33-5ca88ba57eb4)

    Corrected at inspection
  2. High riskStandard 454/1/2026

    45. Background Screening Documents CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 (45-09)

    The facility failed to maintain a current Employee/Contractor Roster for all child care personnel in the Clearinghouse. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, K Comments: Licensing specialist observed BGS Roster has not been updated. This must be updated by 4/20/2026. 5 Background Screening 5.1 Initial Screening A screening must be conducted as a condition of employment. The employer/owner/operator must review each employment application to assess the relevancy of any issue uncovered by the complete background screening, including any arrest, pending criminal charge, or conviction, and must use this information in employment decisions in accordance with state laws. K. The employer/owner/operator must add child care personnel to their Employee/Contractor Roster in the Clearinghouse within 10 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. Due: 4/20/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-01. View official inspection document (report 039fa416-5ee6-4f08-be33-5ca88ba57eb4)

    Not corrected
  3. Medium riskStandard 094/1/2026

    09. Planned Activities CCF Handbook, Section 2.6 (09-03)

    The facility's written plan of scheduled activities was not posted in a conspicuous place accessible to the custodial parents or legal guardians. CCF Handbook, Section 2.6 Comments: Licensing specialist observed the daily schedule was missing in the Ones room. This must be posted by 4/20/2026. 2.6 Planned Activities Each group or class must have a written and followed plan of scheduled activities posted in an easily seen location accessible to parents/guardians. The written plan must meet the needs of the children being served and must include alternate activities in case of bad weather. The written plan shall include a variety of activities that range from structured to unstructured activities that encourage a childs developmental growth. The written plan also must include scheduled activities that: A. Promote emotional, social, intellectual, and physical growth; B. Do not have children left in confining devices such as car seats as an alternative to active play or adult/child interaction, supervision, or discipline; C. Do not include the use of electronic media for children under two years of age. Electronic media may only be used for educational purposes or physical activity for children 2 years of age and older for no more than 1 to 2 hours per day. D. Include both active and quiet play. Active play includes outdoor activities a minimum of twice per day, weather permitting. E. Include meals, snacks, and nap times, if appropriate for the age and the times children are in care. F. Provide adequate time and space for infants, birth to 12 months, in care to engage in activities that promote development of movement skills (tummy time, crawling, turning over, sitting, etc.). Infant seats (swings, bouncers, etc.) must be used only for short periods of time, no more than 15 to 30-minute intervals per infant and no more than two times per day that the child is in care. Infants in care shall be provided opportunities for outdoor time each day that weather permits. G. An appropriate daily schedule provides flexibility and contains transition periods that help children move smoothly from one activity to another. H. Providers are encouraged to inform parents and legal guardians of their childs activities on a daily basis. I. Providers must implement program practices that promote consistency and continuity of care for infants and toddlers. Early care and education programs must provide opportunities for each child to build emotionally secure relationships with a limited number of child care personnel. Efforts to promote consistency and continuity of care are shown through following daily routines and communicating consistently with parents/guardians. J. The program must make reasonable accommodations to the environment, planned activities and schedule so that children with special needs may participate. Due: 4/20/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-01. View official inspection document (report 039fa416-5ee6-4f08-be33-5ca88ba57eb4)

    Not corrected
  4. Medium riskStandard 074/1/2026

    07. Vehicle Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 (07-06)

    The vehicle alarm installed was not in working condition. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 Comments: Licensing Specialist observed during inspection the E150 1999 Ford Van had a delayed alarm, approximately 15 minutes. This must be repaired by 4/20/2026. 2.5.4 Vehicle Requirements For the purpose of this section, vehicles refer to those owned, operated or regularly used by the child care program, and vehicles that provide transportation through a contract or agreement with an outside entity. Parents/guardians personal vehicles used for transporting during field trips are excluded from meeting the requirements of this sub-section. A. All vehicles regularly used to transport children must be inspected annually by a mechanic to ensure that they are in proper working order. Documentation by the mechanic must be maintained in the vehicle. B. The maximum number of individuals transported in a vehicle may not exceed the manufacturers designated seating capacity or the number of factory installed seat belts. C. When transporting children, staff-to-child ratios must be maintained at all times. The driver may be included in the staff-to-child ratio if he or she meets screening and training requirements. D. All child care facilities must comply with the insurance requirements found in Section 316.615(4), F.S. Documentation shall be maintained at the facility. E. The interior of vehicles, when being used to transport children, must be maintained at a temperature comfortable to children (between 65- and 82- degrees Fahrenheit). The vehicle can be ventilated either by mechanical or natural means to maintain the temperature. F. By January 1, 2022 all vehicles used by child care facilities to transport children must be equipped with a reliable alarm system approved by the Department which prompts the driver to inspect the vehicle for children before exiting the vehicle. 1. Approved alarm systems must meet the following criteria: a. The alarm system must be armed or activated automatically when the vehicles ignition is turned on. b. The alarm system must be designed and installed so that the vehicle horn, siren or other type of audio alarm will sound if the driver/staff member does not walk to the rear or, in the case of a passenger van, the side entry point of the vehicle, to manually shut off or deactivate the alarm. c. The time delay from the time the ignition is turned off after activation of the alarm system until the alarm sounds shall be no longer than one minute. d. The alarm must be audible from the distance of 500 feet from the vehicle. e. The alarm system must be installed so that the driver must walk to the back of the vehicle to reach the deactivation mechanism. Deactivation mechanisms installed in locations that do not require the driver to walk to the back of the vehicle and view all seating areas will not be acceptable. 2. List of approved alarm manufacturers may be found on the Departments website at www.myflfamilies.com/childcare . 3. Alarms must be installed and maintained according to the manufacturers recommendations. 4. Alarm systems installed according to the manufacturers instructions prior to October 1, 2021, will be deemed to satisfy this requirement if they meet the criteria set forth in 2.5.4.F.1. above. Under this allowance, the existing alarm system must always be properly maintained in working order. Should at any time the alarm system require replacement, the new system must be selected from the Departments approved list referenced in 2.5.4 F.2. above. Due: 4/20/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-01. View official inspection document (report 039fa416-5ee6-4f08-be33-5ca88ba57eb4)

    Not corrected
  5. High riskStandard 343/27/2026

    34. Credentialed Staff 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: During inspection on 11/19/2025 licensing specialist observed that the directors credentials had lapsed and expired on 9/14/2025. The provider had a corrective action due date of 3/13/2026. On this date 3/27/2026 the director has not complied and will have until 4/30/2026 to satisfy this requirement. 4.7 Director Credential 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 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. Childcare facility owners must notify the licensing authority within five working days of hen 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 Not Monitored 36. CPR Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4 Not Monitored 37. First Aid Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4 and 6.2 Not Monitored 38. Emergency Telephone Numbers CCF Handbook, Section 6.3 Not Monitored 39. Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation CCF Handbook, Section 6.3 & 6.4 Not Monitored 40. Medication CCF Handbook, Section 6.5 Not Monitored RECORD KEEPING 41. Immunization Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 Not Monitored 42. Student Health and Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 Not Monitored 43. Enrollment Information CCF Handbook, Section 7.3 & s. 402.3054(2), F.S. Not Monitored 44. Personnel Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 Not Monitored Due: 4/30/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-27. View official inspection document (report e816b1a5-93be-467b-94cd-ce4d4f4da054)

    Not corrected

2025

  1. High riskStandard 3411/19/2025

    34. Credentialed Staff 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: During inspection licensing specialist observed that the director's credentials have lapsed and expired on 9/14/2025. The provider is currently not in compliance with the Director Credential. The provider has a corrective action due date of 3/13/2026. Licensing staff will conduct a re-inspection to ensure compliance by the due date. 4.7 Director Credential 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 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 Due: 3/13/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-11-19. View official inspection document (report 8efbe183-d115-43fa-a43a-dd9f5b653993)

    Not corrected
  2. Medium riskStandard 3211/19/2025

    32. Outdoor Equipment CCF Handbook, Section 3.12 (32-03)

    The play equipment was not maintained in a safe or sanitary condition for the children to use in that [three picnic tables on the playground had peeling paint and some of the wood was lifting and splintered.]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B and F Comments: Licensing specialist observed three picnic tables on the playground. These tables had peeling paint and some of the wood was lifting and splintered. Provider will repair, sand and repaint by 12/12/2025. 3.12 Outdoor Equipment B. All playground equipment must be securely anchored, unless portable or stationary by design, in good repair, maintained in safe and sanitary condition, and placed to ensure safe use by the children. Maintenance must include inspections conducted every month of all supports above and below the ground and of all connectors and moving parts. Documentation of maintenance inspections must be maintained for 12 months. 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. 1. If the ground cover in place is loose ground cover (such as, but not limited to: mulch, shredded rubber chips, or sand) a minimum of 6 inches in depth is required in the use zone. Asphalt, concrete, hard packed dirt, hay, grass or leaves are unsuitable for use in the use zone area. 2. If the ground cover in place is a unitary playground surface, then the unitary surfacing materials must be installed, maintained, or replaced according to manufacturers instructions. Unitary surfaces must be tested to and comply with STM F1292; documentation of test data must be retained at the facility and available for licensing to review. 3. If the play area was approved by the Department prior to January 1, 2020, and does not meet the 6-foot fall/use zone requirement, then the facility must submit a written notification, including photographs and layout of the play area, to the Department prior to or on April 1, 2020, notifying its intention to continue to operate using the prior approved play area. However, if the permanent or stationary playground equipment is moved or replaced then the standard would apply, and 6 feet of use zone must be provided. Any new equipment added would be required to have the 6 feet of use zone in all directions from the perimeter of the equipment. TRAINING Due: 12/12/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-11-19. View official inspection document (report 8efbe183-d115-43fa-a43a-dd9f5b653993)

    Not corrected
  3. High riskStandard 457/24/2025

    45. Background Screening Documents CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 (45-02)

    Documentation of Level 2 Clearinghouse screening clearance was missing for child care personnel. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1,C Comments: In reviewing staff files, this provider did not have documentation ready for this licensing specialist to review at time of inspection. Provider did print the background screening at time of inspection. 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 individual's eligibility for a provisional hire status must be in the personnel file. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-07-24. View official inspection document (report b55268b3-7703-40d1-ace6-3dd0fb9d8a29)

    Corrected at inspection
  4. High riskStandard 367/24/2025

    36. CPR Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4 (36-01)

    The facility did not have at least one child care personnel with current and valid pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation certification present during all hours of operation. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4, A Comments: While reviewing staff files, licensing specialist observed that all staff CPR/First Aid had been expired. This facility requires 3 valid and instructor led CPR/First aid courses to be completed by 8/7/2025. 4.2.4 First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) A. One child care personnel with current and valid certificate(s) of course completion for first aid training and one child care personnel with current and valid certificate of course completion for pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) procedures must be present at all times that children are in care. The same child care personnel may satisfy both requirements. Documentation of first aid training must be kept on file and available for licensing to review. B. By December 31, 2021, the facility shall maintain the following number of child care personnel with the CPR certification and first aid training that are on site at the facility at all times children are in care. For child care personnel to count to meet requirement in the below chart, they shall be child care personnel assigned to provide direct supervision of children in care: Total number of child care personnel in direct supervision of children to meet staff to child operating ratios: Total minimum number of child care personnel with Pediatric CPR certification on site when children are present: 3 Total minimum number of child care personnel with first aid training on site when children are present: 3 A Director, on site when children are present, with pediatric CPR certification and first aid training may qualify as one of the child care personnel for purposes of meeting the above requirements. Documentation of pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certification and first aid training must be kept on file and available for licensing to review. Child care personnel satisfying the certification and training requirements shall be present at all times that children are in care at the facility, and at least one child care personnel with the CPR certification and first aid training on field trips which includes all activities away from the program, and during all transportation activities. Due: 8/7/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-07-24. View official inspection document (report b55268b3-7703-40d1-ace6-3dd0fb9d8a29)

    Not corrected
  5. Medium riskStandard 337/24/2025

    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 Comments: In reviewing staff files licensing specialist observed that all staff had incomplete 10-hour in- service requirements for July 1, 2024- June 30, 2025. These are due to be completed by 8/7/2025. 4.2.7 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 inending 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; Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-07-24. View official inspection document (report b55268b3-7703-40d1-ace6-3dd0fb9d8a29)

    Not corrected
  6. Medium riskStandard 207/24/2025

    20. Crib Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 3.6 (20-06)

    Child/ren were placed in a crib, playpen, play yard or other sleeping and napping bedding with items that could pose a strangulation or suffocation risk. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.4, A Comments: Licensing specialist observed an infant child napping in a crib with a bib. Staff member removed bib at time of inspection. 3.6.4 Safe Sleep A. All personnel that care for infants must follow safe sleep practices as recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) as referenced in Caring for Our Children Basics Health and Safety Foundations for Early Care and Education, which is incorporated by reference in 65C- 22.001(7)(v), F.A.C. Cribs or playpens/play yards used for infants must have tight fitted sheets and no excess bedding, which includes but is not limited to: bumper pads, hanging mobiles, quilts, comforters, receiving blankets, pillows, stuffed animals and cushions. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-07-24. View official inspection document (report b55268b3-7703-40d1-ace6-3dd0fb9d8a29)

    Corrected at inspection
  7. High riskStandard 037/24/2025

    03. Ratio Sufficient CCF Handbook, Section 2.3 (03-01)

    A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [6] children is required. A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [20] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. Comments: Licensing specialist observed a staff member was among 20 sleeping children, 6 of those children were 1 years old. A staff member who was in the office came back to her classroom and put them back into compliance. 2.3 Ratios The staff-to-child ratio, as established in Section 402.305(4), F.S., is based on primary responsibility for the direct supervision of children and applies at all times while children are in care. 2.3.1 Mixed Age Groups A. In groups of mixed age ranges, where children under one year of age are included, one child care personnel must be responsible for no more than four children of any age group, at all times. B. In groups of mixed age ranges, where children one year of age but under two years of age are included, one child care personnel must be responsible for no more than six children of any age group, at all times. when children are separated from their group. D. At all times, lighting must allow child care personnel to see and supervise children while in care. E. A program is responsible for the supervision of a child until an authorized individual retrieves Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-07-24. View official inspection document (report b55268b3-7703-40d1-ace6-3dd0fb9d8a29)

    Corrected at inspection
  8. Medium riskStandard 203/24/2025

    20. Crib Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 3.6 (20-06)

    Child/ren were placed in a crib, playpen, play yard or other sleeping and napping bedding with items that could pose a strangulation or suffocation risk. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.4, A Comments: Licensing specialist observed a child in a crib with a blanket during nap time. Staff member removed the blanket right away. 3.6.4 Safe Sleep A. All personnel that care for infants must follow safe sleep practices as recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) as referenced in Caring for Our Children Basics Health and Safety Foundations for Early Care and Education, which is incorporated by reference in 65C- 22.001(7)(v), F.A.C. Cribs or playpens/play yards used for infants must have tight fitted sheets and no excess bedding, which includes but is not limited to: bumper pads, hanging mobiles, quilts, comforters, receiving blankets, pillows, stuffed animals and cushions. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-03-24. View official inspection document (report b1490e58-8630-4a66-a52b-9dfeb4103e7d)

    Not corrected
  9. High riskStandard 073/24/2025

    07. Vehicle Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 (07-03)

    A vehicle(s) used to transport children did not have an annual inspection by a mechanic to ensure it was in proper working order. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4, A Comments: In reviewing vehicle documentation. Licensing specialist observed that the vehicle inspection on file had been expired. Provider must provide a new vehicle inspection for both vehicles (Ford Vans) being used for transportation by 4/11/2025. 2.5.4 Vehicle Requirements For the purpose of this section, vehicles refer to those owned, operated or regularly used by the child care program, and vehicles that provide transportation through a contract or agreement with an outside entity. Parents/guardians personal vehicles used for transporting during field trips are excluded from meeting the requirements of this sub-section. A. All vehicles regularly used to transport children must be inspected annually by a mechanic to ensure that they are in proper working order. Documentation by the mechanic must be maintained in the vehicle. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-03-24. View official inspection document (report b1490e58-8630-4a66-a52b-9dfeb4103e7d)

    Not corrected
  10. High riskStandard 043/24/2025

    04. Supervision CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 (04-06)

    There were insufficient personnel readily accessible to meet ratio requirements during nap time. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4.2 Comments: Licensing specialist observed a staff member sitting between infants and one's rooms, during nap time. Specialist advised that infants and one's need exact staff to child ratio even during nap times. There were 8 children (1 infant & 7 one's) with 1 staff. By the time this Licensing specialist left another staff member arrived putting them back in compliance. 2.4.2 Nap time Supervision During nap time, childcare personnel must be within sight and hearing of all the children. All other child care personnel required to meet the staff-to-child ratio must be within the building on the same floor and available to be summoned if needed to ensure the safety of the children. Nap time supervision does not apply to children up to 24 months of age, who must have direct supervision at all times. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-03-24. View official inspection document (report b1490e58-8630-4a66-a52b-9dfeb4103e7d)

    Not corrected

2024

  1. Medium riskStandard 3211/15/2024

    32. Outdoor Equipment CCF Handbook, Section 3.12 (32-07)

    The ground cover or other protective surface under the [slides] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D Comments: Licensing specialist observed mulch was not replenished timely and some grass growing through the mulch in areas of the playground. This is due to be fixed by 12/6/2024. 3.12 Outdoor Equipment 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 around cover must be maintained to provide resilience and reduce the incidence of injuries to children in the event of falls. 1. If the ground cover in place is loose ground cover (such as, but not limited to: mulch, shredded rubber chips, or sand) a minimum of 6 inches in depth is required in the use zone. Asphalt, concrete, hard packed dirt, hay, grass or leaves are unsuitable for use in the use zone area. 2. If the ground cover in place is a unitary playground surface, then the unitary surfacing materials must be installed, maintained, or replaced according to manufacturers instructions. Unitary surfaces must be tested to and comply with ASTM F1292; documentation of test data must be retained at the facility and available for licensing to review. 3. If the play area was approved by the Department prior to January 1, 2020 and does not meet the 6-foot fall/use zone requirement, then the facility must submit a written notification, including photographs and layout of the play area, to the Department prior to or on April 1, 2020, notifying its intention to continue to operate using the prior approved play area. However, if the permanent or stationary playground equipment is moved or replaced then the standard would apply, and 6 feet of use zone must be provided. Any new equipment added would be required to have the 6 feet of use zone in all directions from the perimeter of the equipment. E. Equipment used for climbing should not be placed over, or immediately next to, hard surfaces such as asphalt, concrete, dirt, grass, or flooring covered by carpet or gym mats not intended for use as surfacing for climbing equipment. F. All equipment used in the outdoor play area must be constructed and maintained according to manufacturers recommendations and allow for water drainage. Any open containers with water must be emptied immediately after use, i.e. pots, toys, or other equipment that collects water. G. Sandboxes must be covered at the end of each day. The covering used must prevent access to the sandbox by animals. H. Wading pools, including inflatable water slides with a landing area where water collects, are prohibited. I. The provider shall maintain manufacturers instructions on file electronically or in paper format for outdoor playground equipment purchased or installed on or after January 1, 2020, and/or have available for licensing to review upon request. TRAINING Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-11-15. View official inspection document (report 4f4029d7-0027-428f-836a-c3d8fc2d8b86)

    Not corrected
  2. Medium-High riskStandard 0611/15/2024

    06. (06-01)

    The facility's driver did not have [ Valid certificate(s) of course completion for first aid training and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) procedures]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.1 Comments: In reviewing driver's information, specialist observed that one driver did not have a valid CPR/First Aid. This is due to be completed by 12/6/2024 in order to continue doing the bus run. 2.5.1 Driver Requirements The driver of any vehicle used by a childcare program to provide transportation must have the following: A. A valid Florida drivers license including the proper endorsement; 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. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-11-15. View official inspection document (report 4f4029d7-0027-428f-836a-c3d8fc2d8b86)

    Not corrected

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About this daycare

  • Location: DELAND, VOLUSIA County
  • Capacity: 34
  • Type: Child Care Facility

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