Leaders OF Excellence Academy Inc.

29. (29-14)

A three compartment sink (or two compartment sink plus portable compartment receptacle) used for ware washing and sanitization was not utilized properly in that [the sanitisation compartment was located in the rinsing basin of the sink.]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.4, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments: The sink lacked a dedicated section for sanitisation. The sanitisation compartment was being stored in the rinsing basin. Staff was instructed to separate and label the two sections. Resolved at time of inspection. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-06-02. View official inspection document (report b346556f-672e-4f0c-b656-65d1476772ad)

23. (23-03)

The facility did not have a fire extinguisher with a minimum rating of 2A10BC available in the food preparation area. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, B (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: The fire extinguisher present in the food preparation area expired in December of 2014. An up-to-date extinguisher from another room was used to replace it. FOOD AND NUTRITION 24. Food Preparation Area CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-06-02. View official inspection document (report b346556f-672e-4f0c-b656-65d1476772ad)

42. (42-01)

Child(ren) did not have a Student Health Examination/DH (Form 3040), or an equivalent health statement on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: Licensing Specialist review missing form DH3040 in childs file. Compliance Comments Licensing Specialist reviewed all children's files (19) 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 Licensing Specialist reviewed all personnel files and added new hires. Due: 3/17/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-02-17. View official inspection document (report cfba7f0d-ca4c-4e18-bf93-ea060c7e53d0)

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: Licensing specialist reviewed expired immunization form in childs file. 42. Student Health and Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Noncompliance Due: 3/17/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-02-17. View official inspection document (report cfba7f0d-ca4c-4e18-bf93-ea060c7e53d0)

41. (41-01)

Child(ren) did not have a Florida Certification of Immunization (DH Form 680) or a Religious Exemption from Immunization (DH Form 681), on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: License specialist review childrens file with missing immunization. Due: 3/17/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-02-17. View official inspection document (report cfba7f0d-ca4c-4e18-bf93-ea060c7e53d0)

33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 CCF Handbook, Section 4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (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 Comments: License specialist reviewed employees with insufficient hours for in service Due: 3/17/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-02-17. View official inspection document (report cfba7f0d-ca4c-4e18-bf93-ea060c7e53d0)

32. (32-07)

The ground cover or other protective surface under the [Tree house and Swing Set] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments: Licensing Specialist reviewed playground and observed insufficient amount of mulch or protective ground barrier in fall zones. TRAINING Due: 3/17/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-02-17. View official inspection document (report cfba7f0d-ca4c-4e18-bf93-ea060c7e53d0)

32. (32-02)

The frame of the [Tree house] was not securely anchored in the ground or stationary by design. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments: Licensing Specialist observed tree house in playground area not anchored to the ground. Due: 3/17/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-02-17. View official inspection document (report cfba7f0d-ca4c-4e18-bf93-ea060c7e53d0)

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 [April, May and June 2025]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.4, A Physical Environment [SR] Comments: The last fire drill was conducted on March 4th, 2025 at 10am. 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 Due: 8/10/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-07-10. View official inspection document (report 7a7e7215-d431-4142-83c1-44ef3b4893bf)

12. Facility Environment CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 (12-17)

The facility did not have documentation of approval from the local governing body to verify compliance for structural modifications made to an existing facility or new building. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, F Physical Environment [SR] Comments: Physical log not available to review at time of inspection. Facility completed a new log for the month of June and July at time of inspection. 3 Physical Environment Children are much more susceptible to the adverse effects of environmental factors, materials and toxicants. It is imperative that the child care environment is conducive to the healthy development of children. 3.1 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 Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-07-10. View official inspection document (report 7a7e7215-d431-4142-83c1-44ef3b4893bf)

24. Food Preparation Area CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 (24-14)

Child care personnel working in the food preparation area did not use disposable gloves, utensils or similar items to prevent bare hand contact with ready-to-eat foods. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.1, B Food and Nutrition [SR] Comments: At time of inspection, childcare personnel preparing food, did not wear gloves when handling the food. 3.9.5 Food Handling Gloves/Utensils Not Used Child care personnel working in the food preparation area did not use disposable gloves, utensils or similar items to prevent bare hand contact with ready-to-eat foods. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.1, B Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-07-10. View official inspection document (report 7a7e7215-d431-4142-83c1-44ef3b4893bf)

41. Immunization Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 (41-01)

Child(ren) did not have a Florida Certification of Immunization (DH Form 680) or a Religious Exemption from Immunization (DH Form 681), on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1, B Record Keeping [SR] Comments: 2 students had no record of immunization: 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. Due: 8/10/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-07-10. View official inspection document (report 7a7e7215-d431-4142-83c1-44ef3b4893bf)

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 5 students records contain expired immunization: 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. Due: 8/10/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-07-10. View official inspection document (report 7a7e7215-d431-4142-83c1-44ef3b4893bf)

42. Student Health and Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 (42-01)

Child(ren) did not have a Student Health Examination/DH (Form 3040), or an equivalent health statement on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2, C Record Keeping [SR] Comments: One student did not have a record of Physical Evaluation form in their file. 7.2 Student Health Records The childcare facility is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed Student Health Examination form DH 3040, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(q), F.A.C. and may be obtained from the local county health department, the parent or legal guardian, or a signed statement by authorized professionals that indicate the results of the components of the Student Health Examination form are included in the health examination. A. The Student Health Examination shall be completed by a person given statutory authority to perform health examinations. B. The Student Health Examination or the signed statement is valid for two years from the date the physical was performed. An up-to-date version must be on file for as long as the child is enrolled at the facility. C. If the custodial parents or legal guardians fail to provide the documentation required above within 30 days of enrollment, the facility shall not allow the child to remain in the program. Due: 8/10/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-07-10. View official inspection document (report 7a7e7215-d431-4142-83c1-44ef3b4893bf)

44. Personnel Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 (44-04)

The personnel/ volunteer (ten hours or more per month) record did not include a CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form signed annually. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, C Record Keeping [SR] Comments: 3 personnel did not have CF-FSP 5337 on file. 7.4 Personnel Records C. CF-FSP Form 5337, Child Abuse & Neglect Reporting Requirements, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(l), F.A.C., must be signed on or before Child Care Facility Handbook Page | 62 hire date and annually thereafter by all child care personnel. Due: 8/10/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-07-10. View official inspection document (report 7a7e7215-d431-4142-83c1-44ef3b4893bf)

44. Personnel Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 (44-05)

A Volunteer Acknowledgement (Form CF-FSP 5217) was not on file prior to volunteering. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, F Record Keeping [SR] Comments: License specialist reviewed 3 volunteer personnel did not have form CF-FSP 5217on file. 7.4 Personnel Records F. Prior to beginning volunteering in a child care facility, a CF-FSP 5217, Volunteer Acknowledgment which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(e), F.A.C., and may be obtained from the Departments website www.myflfamilies.com/childcare, must be completed and on file at the child care facility for the volunteer. Written documentation of volunteer hours must be maintained at the facility for a minimum of 12 months and available for review by the licensing authority. Due: 8/10/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-07-10. View official inspection document (report 7a7e7215-d431-4142-83c1-44ef3b4893bf)

44. Personnel Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 (44-06)

The facility failed to maintain written documentation for the number of hours a volunteer worked. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, F Record Keeping [SR] Comments: License specialist reviewed 3 volunteer personnel did not have volunteer log on file. F. Prior to beginning volunteering in a child care facility, a CF-FSP 5217, Volunteer Acknowledgment which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(e), F.A.C., and may be obtained from the Departments website www.myflfamilies.com/childcare, must be completed and on file at the child care facility for the volunteer. Written documentation of volunteer hours must be maintained at the facility for a minimum of 12 months and available for review by the licensing authority. Due: 8/10/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-07-10. View official inspection document (report 7a7e7215-d431-4142-83c1-44ef3b4893bf)

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 Record Keeping [SR] Comments: License specialist observed 1 student was not on the daily attendance roster. The childcare personnel completed the roster 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. D. Attendance records must be maintained for a minimum of 12 months. E. Attendance records for Voluntary Pre-Kindergarten or School Readiness may be used, if applicable. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-07-10. View official inspection document (report 7a7e7215-d431-4142-83c1-44ef3b4893bf)

46. Daily Attendance CCF Handbook, Section 7.5 (46-07)

The attendance roster did not accompany the group of children in that [ for Infant and Two year old ].CCF Handbook, Section 7.5, A Record Keeping [SR] Comments: License specialist observed attendance log for Infant and Two-year-old were not with childcare personnel during outside time. The attendance logs were inside the facility. 7.5 Daily Attendance Attendance sheet/class roster must accompany the child care personnel and the group of children throughout the day should they leave the classroom. ENFORCEMENT Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-07-10. View official inspection document (report 7a7e7215-d431-4142-83c1-44ef3b4893bf)

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: During inspection the specialist noticed that director's credentials were expired (2/19/2025). Nonetheless, the director still had active staff credentials during operations. Thus, the facility still had at least one childcare personnel with active credentials during operations HEALTH REQUIREMENTS 35. Communicable Disease Control CCF Handbook, Section 6.1 CCF Handbook, Section 6.1 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 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 39. Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation CCF Handbook, Section 6.3 & 6.4 CCF Handbook, Section 6.3 & 6.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-03-07. View official inspection document (report c61811c3-f441-4a72-b8ee-0c1c2319da21)

44. Personnel Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (44-04)

The personnel/ volunteer (ten hours or more per month) record did not include a CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form signed annually. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: One personnel with expired document. 45. Background Screening Documents CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-11-04. View official inspection document (report ae301726-0132-459d-a380-8e0d609fe328)

42. (42-01)

Child(ren) did not have a Student Health Examination/DH (Form 3040), or an equivalent health statement on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: One file with missing document. 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 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-11-04. View official inspection document (report ae301726-0132-459d-a380-8e0d609fe328)

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: One file with expired document. 42. Student Health and Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Noncompliance Due: 12/4/2024 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-11-04. View official inspection document (report ae301726-0132-459d-a380-8e0d609fe328)

41. (41-01)

Child(ren) did not have a Florida Certification of Immunization (DH Form 680) or a Religious Exemption from Immunization (DH Form 681), on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: One file with missing document. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-11-04. View official inspection document (report ae301726-0132-459d-a380-8e0d609fe328)

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: Kitchen fire extinguisher was last tagged in 2008. 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 2024-11-04. View official inspection document (report ae301726-0132-459d-a380-8e0d609fe328)