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

A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [4] children is required. A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [5] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. General Requirements [SR] Comments: The licensing specialist took ratio and observed the infant class containing 5 infants and one teacher. The director stated the extra child must have been dropped off without her realizing it and remained with the classroom bringing them back into ratio compliance. Ratios observed - Infants 5:1, then 5:2 Ones 5:1 Twos 7:1 Fours/fives 15:1 The Child Care Facility Handbook states - 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. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-29. View official inspection document (report b51ad593-1118-4335-a96e-4801163bf19e)

41. (41-02)

The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: The licensing specialist reviewed 15 childrens files. Child AP had an expired immunization. The director contacted the parent and explained the child cannot come back until they provide current immunizations. To come into compliance, the director will provide the licensing specialist with APs updated immunization form by 4/7/26. The Child Care Facility Handbook states: Immunization Records The child care facility is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed Florida Certification of Immunization form Part A-1, B, or C, DH 680, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(o), F.A.C., or the Religious Exemption from Immunization form, DH 681, which is incorporated by reference in 65C- 22.001(7)(p), F.A.C., from the custodial parent or legal guardian. DH Form 680 and DH Form 681 may be obtained from the local county health department. Specific immunization requirements are included and detailed in the most current edition of the Immunization Guidelines-Florida Schools, Child Care Facilities and Family Day Care Homes as promulgated by the Florida Department of Health. Compliance Comments The licensing specialist reviewed 15 children's files. 42. Student Health and Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Compliance Comments The licensing specialist reviewed 15 children's files. 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) Compliance Compliance Comments The licensing specialist reviewed all 9 staff records. Due: 4/7/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-24. View official inspection document (report a99ce0d8-8730-4e15-a529-4c3dd6984012)

11. Child Discipline CCF Handbook, Section 2.8 (11-03)

Child care personnel did not comply with the facility's written disciplinary and expulsion policies. CCF Handbook, Section 2.8, B General Requirements [SR] Comments: The licensing specialist observed a video of a child crying and trying to leave the hold of a staff member a classroom of mixed aged children 2 to4 year olds. The staff member continued to hold onto the child and restrict him and did not release him as he was trying to get away. To come into compliance, all staff members are being assigned the 5 credit hour course Challenging Behaviors Awareness and Prevention Training (CBAP) and the 5 credit hour Basic Guidance and Discipline (BGD) class, they must complete the training before 2/28/26. The Child Care Facility Handbook states: A. The child care facility shall adopt a discipline policy consistent with Section 402.305 (12), F.S., including standards that prohibit children from being subjected to discipline which is severe, humiliating, frightening, or associated with food, rest, or toileting. Spanking or any other form of physical punishment is prohibited. B. The child care facility operators, employees, and volunteers must comply with written disciplinary and expulsion policies. PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT Compliance Comments No vermin or pests were found during this inspection. Due: 2/28/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-12-15. View official inspection document (report ac0b34a0-25cc-4b1a-bb0c-8bcb60ffdc0f)

29. Health and Sanitation CCF Handbook, Section 3.6, 3.9, and 3.10 (29-16)

Hand hygiene procedures, including situations or times, were not posted in food preparation, diapering, and toileting areas. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.1, D Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments: The licensing specialist observed a bathroom that did not have hand hygiene procedures posted. The director placed the correct hand washing procedures in the bathroom, bringing this facility back into compliance. The Child Care Facility Handbook states: 3.10.1 Handwashing D. Situations or times that children, child care personnel, and/or volunteers must perform hand hygiene must be posted in all food preparation, diapering, and toileting areas. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-07-21. View official inspection document (report 8f22951a-b6e7-4ec3-961c-1e74df0519bd)

41. Immunization Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 (41-02)

The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 Record Keeping [SR] Comments: The licensing specialist observed a children's file that had an expired immunization record. The director stated the child will not return without an updated immunization report. The Child Care Facility Handbook states: 7.1 Immunization Records The child care facility is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed Florida Certification of Immunization form Part A-1, B, or C, DH 680, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(o), F.A.C., or the Religious Exemption from Immunization form, DH 681, which is incorporated by reference in 65C- 22.001(7)(p), F.A.C., from the custodial parent or legal guardian. DH Form 680 and DH Form 681 may be obtained from the local county health department. Specific immunization requirements are included and detailed in the most current edition of the Immunization Guidelines-Florida Schools, Child Care Facilities and Family Day Care Homes as promulgated by the Florida Department of Health. Compliance Comments The licensing specialist reviewed all 46 children's files. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-07-21. View official inspection document (report 8f22951a-b6e7-4ec3-961c-1e74df0519bd)

13. Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons CCF Handbook, Section 3.2 (13-03)

Harmful items including cleaning supplies, flammable products, poisonous, toxic, and hazardous materials were accessible to children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B Physical Environment [SR] Comments: In the infant and one-year-old room, the cabinet under the bathroom sink contained cleaning chemicals (liquid laundry detergent and soap) that was unlocked and accessible to children. The licensing specialist locked the cabinet and alerted the teacher. The Child Care Facility Handbook states: 3.2 Toxic/Hazardous Material/Firearms/Weapons B. All potentially harmful items, including cleaning supplies, flammable products, poisonous, toxic, and hazardous materials, must be labeled and used according to manufacturers recommendation. These items, as well as knives, sharp tools, and other potentially dangerous hazards, must be stored in a locked area or must be inaccessible and out of a childs reach at all times. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-04-15. View official inspection document (report 78391a5d-9551-455c-a792-95f968bfac03)

23. Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness CCF Handbook, Section 3.8 (23-06)

During the facilitys licensure year, fire drills utilizing the approved alarm system were not conducted monthly at various dates and times when children were in care [missing the March fire drill.]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.4, A Physical Environment [SR] Comments: This facility did not conduct a March fire drill. To come back into compliance, the director will conduct two April fire drills and provide the licensing specialist with the update fire drill log. The Child Care Facility Handbook States: 3.8.4 Fire Drills A. During the facilitys license year, fire drills utilizing the alarm system, approved by the local fire authority, must be conducted monthly at various dates and times when children are in care. FOOD AND NUTRITION Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-04-15. View official inspection document (report 78391a5d-9551-455c-a792-95f968bfac03)

28. Bottles, Breastmilk, Formula and Infant Food CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 (28-02)

Bottles and/or sippy cups brought from home were not labeled with childs first and last name. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.5, B Food and Nutrition [SR] Comments: In the three- and four-year-old classroom, several water bottles were missing the first and last name. Technical assistance was given on ways to assure children have the label when arriving. The Child Care Facility Handbook states: 3.9.5 Food Handling B. Bottles and sippy cups brought from home shall be individually labeled with the childs first and last name and shall be returned to the custodial parent or legal guardian daily. SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-04-15. View official inspection document (report 78391a5d-9551-455c-a792-95f968bfac03)

13. Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons CCF Handbook, Section 3.2 (13-02)

The facilitys storage of harmful items including cleaning supplies, flammable products, and poisonous, toxic and hazardous materials allowed access by children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B Physical Environment [SR] Comments: While inspecting the bathroom in the infant classroom, the cabinets under the sink were left unlocked with cleaning chemicals inside. The licensing specialist informed the director who immediately locked the cabinet, putting this standard back in compliance. The Child Care Facility Handbook states: B. All potentially harmful items, including cleaning supplies, flammable products, poisonous, toxic, and hazardous materials, must be labeled and used according to manufacturers recommendation. These items, as well as knives, sharp tools, and other potentially dangerous hazards, must be stored in a locked area or must be inaccessible and out of a childs reach at all times. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-12-20. View official inspection document (report b1c03d24-90af-4645-93d9-94320f7aa06b)

19. Nap/Sleep Space Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.2 (19-02)

A minimum distance of 18'' was not maintained between each napping/sleeping space. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.2, C Physical Environment [SR] Comments: This inspection occurred during naptime. While inspecting the toddler classroom, the licensing specialist observed a child sleeping on their mat that was closer than 18 inches to two other children's mats. The licensing specialist notified the teacher who then moved the children further apart, putting this standard back into compliance. The Child Care Handbook states: 3.6.2 Nap/Sleep Space C. A minimum of 18 inches must be maintained around individual napping and sleeping spaces. A maximum of two sides of a napping or sleeping space may be against a solid barrier, such as the wall. The solid side of a crib does not meet the requirements for a solid barrier. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-12-20. View official inspection document (report b1c03d24-90af-4645-93d9-94320f7aa06b)