Happy Faces Learning Center Caritas Felices Inc

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: At the time of the inspection, the facility does not have a credentialed director. The current directors credentials expired on 3/24/26. Technical assistance was given to the provider that per Section 402.305(2)(g), F.S., the facility is required to have a credentialed director and to actively seek a credentialed director or update the current directors credentials prior to the due date. Due: 9/25/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-06-02. View official inspection document (report 3ef648fd-87c6-4404-97ba-7a2b7a338eb7)

37. First Aid Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4 and 6.2 (37-02)

The facility did not have an adequate number of child care personnel appropriately trained in first aid to maintain coverage both on- site and on field trips. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4, B Health Requirements [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed only 2 staff was onsite with current First Aid. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have additional staff complete the training prior to the due date to ensure compliance at all times children are in care. Due: 5/3/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-23. View official inspection document (report 120dba89-b73d-43aa-8c2d-aab2a19c0eac)

36. CPR Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4 (36-03)

The facility had an inadequate number of child care personnel appropriately trained in CPR to maintain coverage both on-site and on field trips. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4, B Health Requirements [SR] Comments: At the time of the reinspection, the licensing specialist observed only 2 staff were onsite with current/valid CPR. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have a sufficient number of staff complete the training prior to the due date to ensure compliance at all times children are in care. Due: 5/3/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-23. View official inspection document (report 120dba89-b73d-43aa-8c2d-aab2a19c0eac)

17. Outdoor Play Area/Fencing CCF Handbook, Section 3.5 (17-07)

The base of the fence in the outdoor play area was not at ground level and could allow inside or outside access by children or animals. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, F Physical Environment [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed a hole in the fencing located near the right rear of the playground that measured 7 inches. The provider had the fencing repaired by the handyman while the specialist was present placing the facility back into compliance for this standard. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-23. View official inspection document (report 120dba89-b73d-43aa-8c2d-aab2a19c0eac)

17. Outdoor Play Area/Fencing CCF Handbook, Section 3.5 (17-01)

The facilitys outdoor play area contained litter, nails, glass or other hazards that posed a low potential for harm to children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A Physical Environment [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed the following: multiple empty fruit cup containers were observed on the playground (removed at time of inspection) • a section of the unpainted wooden border was rotten (removed at time of inspection) • the yellow art easel is not steady in the ground and needs to be cleaned if staying on the playground (removed at time of inspection) • a Little Tykes car was observed missing a door and has a small crack on the top where the door should have been (removed at time of inspection) • a deflated blue basketball was observed (removed at time of inspection) • Technical assistance was given to the provider to ensure daily all toys and equipment are clean and in good condition and any hazards removed prior to use by the children. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-23. View official inspection document (report 120dba89-b73d-43aa-8c2d-aab2a19c0eac)

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 Record Keeping [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed the facility's employee/staff roster through the Clearinghouse and observed there the staff listed on the supplemental was not removed from the facility's roster. Technical assistance was given to the provider to update the roster prior to the due date. Due: 1/7/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-12-08. View official inspection document (report d06094a4-990b-4cfc-b6a9-2ccb601e3df9)

17. Outdoor Play Area/Fencing CCF Handbook, Section 3.5 (17-01)

The facilitys outdoor play area contained litter, nails, glass or other hazards that posed a low potential for harm to children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A Physical Environment [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed multiple areas of indoor/outdoor carpeting that was not in good repair that posed a tripping hazard on the playground. Technical assistance was given to the provider to remove/replace the indoor/outdoor carpeting prior to the due date. Due: 1/7/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-12-08. View official inspection document (report d06094a4-990b-4cfc-b6a9-2ccb601e3df9)

36. CPR Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4 (36-03)

The facility had an inadequate number of child care personnel appropriately trained in CPR to maintain coverage both on-site and on field trips. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4, B Health Requirements [SR] Comments: At the time of the reinspection, the licensing specialist observed only 1 staff was onsite with current and valid CPR. Technical assistance was given to the provider that for 0 -25 staff, a minimum of 3 staff must be on hand and in direct supervision of the children with valid CPR while children are in care and to have sufficient number of staff complete the training prior to the due date to ensure compliance at all times children are in care. Lastly, the provider was reminded it must be an instructor led, hands on course. Due: 8/22/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-08-12. View official inspection document (report eed61a2a-17d7-4abf-8590-cb63411a0ef0)

25. Meals and Snacks CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 (25-01)

Meals and/or snacks supplied by the facility did not meet the daily nutritional needs of the children in care in that [the current menu has water listed on Monday, Wednesday and Friday with snack.]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, B Food and Nutrition [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed the facility's menu and observed on Monday, Wednesday and Friday, the children were being served water during snack time. The provider updated the menu to include milk rather than water placing the facility back into compliance for this standard. The provider was reminded that the menu must provide nutritious meals and snacks of a quantity and quality to help meet the daily nutritional needs of the children which includes 3 food groups for breakfast, 4 food groups for lunch and 2 food groups for snack. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-08-12. View official inspection document (report eed61a2a-17d7-4abf-8590-cb63411a0ef0)

24. Food Preparation Area CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 (24-18)

Stored food was not consumed or discarded on or before the expiration date listed by the manufacturer. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, B Food and Nutrition [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed strawberry jelly in the refrigerator that expired on 11/9/24 and mayonnaise in the refrigerator that expired on 11/6/24 . The provider discarded the items while the licensing specialist was present placing them back into compliance for this standard. Technical assistance was given to the provider that foods must be consumed or discarded on or before the expiration dates listed by the manufacturer and to check all food items regularly. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-08-12. View official inspection document (report eed61a2a-17d7-4abf-8590-cb63411a0ef0)

23. Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness CCF Handbook, Section 3.8 (23-02)

The facility did not have a current and approved annual fire safety inspection by the local fire authority. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, A Physical Environment [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, the facility failed to have the annual fire inspection completed on or before last year's date. The current year was completed on7/30/25, but the facility did not pass and has corrections to be made. The prior year was completed on7/16/24. Technical assistance was given to the provider as a reminder that an approved and passed fire inspection must be completed on or before the prior year's date. The due date was adjusted to align with the fire department's due date of 8/29/25. The last fire drill was conducted on 8/5/25 and emergency preparedness drills were conducted on 5/7/25 ((lockdown) and 2/5/25 (weather). The fire extinguisher(s) were last tagged in August 2024. Provider is aware fire extinguishers need to be serviced/tagged by the end of this month. A fire drill was conducted with the licensing specialist using the fire panel, which sounded the alarm. FOOD AND NUTRITION Due: 8/29/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-08-12. View official inspection document (report eed61a2a-17d7-4abf-8590-cb63411a0ef0)

17. Outdoor Play Area/Fencing CCF Handbook, Section 3.5 (17-01)

The facilitys outdoor play area contained litter, nails, glass or other hazards that posed a low potential for harm to children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A Physical Environment [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed a plastic rocking chair on the playground that was broken/split on the bottom. The provider removed the chair while the licensing specialist was present placing the facility back into compliance for this standard. Technical assistance was given to the provider to ensure all toys and equipment are in good repair and remove or repair prior to use by the children. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-08-12. View official inspection document (report eed61a2a-17d7-4abf-8590-cb63411a0ef0)

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: At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed all daily attendance sheets and observed that the children listed on the supplemental were missing time in, time out and/or a parent or guardian signature. Technical assistance was given to the provider to designate 1 staff to be responsible to ensure the daily attendance sheets are complete daily. Another suggestion was to highlight the entry on the sheet to ensure the parent/guardian sees and can correct. The provider was reminded that each the parent or guardian may document the time when time when his or her child enters and departs the childcare facility, however, the provider is responsible for ensuring that attendance records are complete and accurate. If the parent/guardian fails to sign his or her child in or out, the provider is responsible for doing so. Lastly, the provider was reminded that attendance sheet or class rosters must accompany the childcare personnel and the group of children throughout the day should they leave the classroom. ENFORCEMENT Due: 8/22/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-07-23. View official inspection document (report 5d976839-1fba-4f91-8368-93608d6ee69b)

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

A ratio of [3] child care personnel for [13 children (3 which were age 1)] children is required. A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [13 children (3 which were age 1)] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. General Requirements [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed 2 staff onsite in separate rooms. When questioned how breakfast was prepared and served, the person in charge stated the classrooms were combined during that time and she was in the kitchen preparing the food. A review of the daily attendance logs showed 14 children in care between 6:45am and 8:05am, three of which were 1-year-olds. When the person in charge was questioned further, she admitted that they were out of ratio. the other teacher admitted she came into the room to watch the children while the teacher went into the kitchen to cook. She further stated that the only other staff they have is on vacation this week and doesn't work in the summer. The owner had a family emergency but is expected to be back on Saturday. Technical assistance was given to the provider as a reminder that when 1-year-old children are in care, the ratio is 1:6 and to ensure sufficient staff are onsite to cover breakfast and lunch or order pizza and document on a food acceptance log. Another suggestion was given if additional staff are not available, to pick up muffins, Danishes, juice boxes, etc. on the way in for breakfast. A parent brought frozen uncrustables, banana slices and juices to the facility for the children for lunch. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-06-19. View official inspection document (report ceb8c841-d2c9-4b2e-ae46-b7806bbc639e)

09. Planned Activities CCF Handbook, Section 2.6 (09-07)

The facility used electronic media that was not for educational purposes or for physical activity for children 2 years of age and older. CCF Handbook, Section 2.6, C General Requirements [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed 2 children (school age) using electronic media. One child was on a phone and the other on a tablet. The child on the phone was playing a shooting game using guns/rifles and the other child was playing a construction game. The provider was unaware the one child was playing a shooting game until it was brought to the providers attention, and she immediately had the child turn the game off. Technical assistance was given to the provider as a reminder that 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. Not Applicable Comments At the time of the inspection, the provider stated they do not take children on field trips, including walking field trips. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-06-19. View official inspection document (report ceb8c841-d2c9-4b2e-ae46-b7806bbc639e)

13. Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons CCF Handbook, Section 3.2 (13-01)

A potentially harmful item, [bleach and water and soap and water], was not labeled as required. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B Physical Environment [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed 2 spray bottles in the 1 & 2-year-old classroom that were not labeled. The staff stated it was bleach water and soap and water. The provider labeled the bottle while the counselor was present placing them back into compliance for this standard. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-06-19. View official inspection document (report ceb8c841-d2c9-4b2e-ae46-b7806bbc639e)

26. Meal and Snack Menus CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3 & Section 7 (26-01)

The facility's menu was not [ did not have substitutions noted]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, H Food and Nutrition [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed the facility's menu and observed on today's date, the children were to be served. apples, french toast. The licensing specialist observed bread/toast with cheese in the oven that was still warm. Approximately 45 minutes later, the licensing specialist observed the toast with cheese was still in the oven. Additionally, a warm container of Twix yogurt and a piece of toast with cheese was observed on the room divider area. When questioned, the provider stated she switched the menu and a sticky note that said "switch days" was on the menu. Technical assistance was given to the provider that substitutions must be noted on the menu. Lastly, the provider was reminded that the menu must be planned, written, dated, and posted at the beginning of each week in an easily seen place, accessible to the parents/guardians and any substitutions must be noted. Not Applicable Comments At the time of the inspection, the provider stated that all children receive a meal and snack from the facility and do not order food from any outside source including pizza. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-06-19. View official inspection document (report ceb8c841-d2c9-4b2e-ae46-b7806bbc639e)

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: At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed multiple cups from were not labeled with the child's first and last name. The provider labeled the cups while the licensing specialist was present placing the facility back into compliance for this standard. The provider labeled the cups while the licensing specialist was present placing the facility back into compliance for this standard. Technical assistance was given to the provider as a reminder that all bottles, sippy cups, etc. must be labeled with the child's first and last name. SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-06-19. View official inspection document (report ceb8c841-d2c9-4b2e-ae46-b7806bbc639e)

17. Outdoor Play Area/Fencing CCF Handbook, Section 3.5 (17-01)

The facilitys outdoor play area contained litter, nails, glass or other hazards that posed a low potential for harm to children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A Physical Environment [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed the following: multiple pieces of trash (empty cups, torn wash cloths, an open bag of mulch, torn black mat, used diaper, torn indoor/outdoor carpeting and a broken storage tote lid near the steps 1. near the door leading to the playground, there is a tattered section of indoor-outdoor carpeting on the top rail. Upon looking underneath, the licensing specialist observed a section of wood that was rotten and not in good repair 2. multiple pieces of equipment had standing water 3. all outdoor equipment & toys need to be cleaned (pressure washed/scrubbed) and old toys removed from the playground 4. the multi- colored slide on the smaller playground has a small crack on the bottom and needs to be removed 5. 2 plastic ride on cars were observed with the seats missing, but located a short distance away 6. Technical assistance was given to the provider to clean, remove, repair all above-mentioned areas prior to the due date. Compliance Comments At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed blankets in the VPK classroom, and some appeared to be stained. The provider stated the linens are washed weekly. Technical assistance was given to the provider as a reminder that linens must be washed at least once a week and more often if soiled or dirty and linens used by more than one child must be washed in between usage. Additionally, when the linens cannot be cleaned, new ones should be requested to the parent/guardian. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-06-19. View official inspection document (report ceb8c841-d2c9-4b2e-ae46-b7806bbc639e)

43. Enrollment Information CCF Handbook, Section 7.3 & s. 402.3054(2), F.S. (43-10)

The facility did not maintain documentation that the parent(s) or legal guardian(s) of each child were provided information regarding the potential for distracted adults to fail to drop off a child and leave them in the car annually during the months of April and September in that [the brochure was missing for 1 child.]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.3, C.5. Record Keeping [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed the child listed on the supplemental was missing a distracted adult brochure in their file. Technical assistance was given to the provider as a reminder that the distracted adult brochure must be distributed twice annually only during the months of April & September. Technical assistance was given to the provider to get a signed current brochure from the parent/guardian prior to the due date. Compliance Comments At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed all 4 staff files and found to be in compliance. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-05-13. View official inspection document (report 5fb996c6-330e-471f-819d-622e9a633b4b)

29. Health and Sanitation CCF Handbook, Section 3.6, 3.9, and 3.10 (29-15)

Single service items were not discarded after each use. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.4 Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed Kix cereal and corn flakes cereal stored in animal cracker containers. Technical assistance was given to the provider that opened packages of dried goods must be properly covered/sealed, properly stored, and discarded according to the manufacturers recommended date or if the quality of the food has been compromised and was advised to use the manufacturers container or food storage containers. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-04-21. View official inspection document (report 05ba293f-830e-48fc-9fef-3004920bb58e)

24. Food Preparation Area CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 (24-18)

Stored food was not consumed or discarded on or before the expiration date listed by the manufacturer. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, B Food and Nutrition [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed a partial loaf of bread that expired on 11/24/24 and a half gallon of mayonnaise that expired on 2/9/24. The provider discarded the bread and mayo while the licensing specialist was present placing the facility back into compliance for this standard. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-12-10. View official inspection document (report 99a1df0e-6c22-45b0-9056-e586d556f336)

17. Outdoor Play Area/Fencing CCF Handbook, Section 3.5 (17-03)

The facility did not provide shade on the playground. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, C Physical Environment [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed there was no shade on the smaller playground. The provider stated the facility will be building a new shade structure. Technical assistance was given to the provider to ensure shade is provided prior to the due date. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-12-10. View official inspection document (report 99a1df0e-6c22-45b0-9056-e586d556f336)

17. Outdoor Play Area/Fencing CCF Handbook, Section 3.5 (17-01)

The facilitys outdoor play area contained litter, nails, glass or other hazards that posed a low potential for harm to children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A Physical Environment [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed the following: a) a section of fencing located near the front of the facility had come unattached from the support pole along the top allowing the fence to pulled inwards or outwards. The remaining fencing panels had a metal clip attaching it to the top pole. Also, another section located in the center to the right of the playground had a top center pole that appeared to have something fall onto it causing it to sag. b) the blue picnic table had a few areas of peeling paint and also had 1 section of missing wood with sharp edges located at the end of the seat part c) multiple active ant piles were observed near the smaller playground Technical assistance was given to the provider to repair and/or repaint and treat for ants all areas prior to the due date. Last Due: 1/9/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-12-10. View official inspection document (report 99a1df0e-6c22-45b0-9056-e586d556f336)

12. Facility Environment CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 (12-18)

The facility did not have electrical outlet covers or the outlet covers were not in place. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, I Physical Environment [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed a missing electrical outlet cover in the 4 & 5-year-old classroom. The provider installed the cover placing the facility back into compliance for this standard. Technical assistance was given to the provider to ensure outlet covers are installed at all times when children are in care. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-12-10. View official inspection document (report 99a1df0e-6c22-45b0-9056-e586d556f336)