STEAM Preschool Academy On Sparta

37. (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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed only 2 staff were 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. 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 Not Applicable Comments At the time of the inspection, the provider stated they do not dispense medication to children, including diaper rash cream, sunscreen, insect repellant or any life sustaining medications such as inhalers, epi pens, etc. No medication was observed. Due: 6/10/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-06-01. View official inspection document (report 79f2e1e5-a3ef-4f15-8745-5f26fa496e80)

32. Outdoor Equipment CCF Handbook, Section 3.12 (32-04)

Inspections were not conducted and documented monthly of all supports, above and below the ground, all connectors, and moving parts. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed the facility's physical environment log and observed the facility failed to complete an inspection during the month of September 2025. Technical assistance was given to the provider that these checks must be completed monthly, documented on the physical environment log, retained for 12 months and available for review by licensing. Lastly, technical assistance was given to the provider to ensure either the year is written on the form or full date including the year. TRAINING Due: 11/14/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-10-15. View official inspection document (report e54839db-4aea-43ec-b739-f30ba9b457ef)

45. Background Screening Documents CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 (45-04)

An employment history verification was not documented and on file. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, D Record Keeping [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed all staff files and determined the staff listed on the supplemental had an incomplete 5-year work history in their file. (missing verifications). Technical assistance was given to the provider to complete prior to the a. (3) attempts must be made and documented and failed attempts to obtain employment history must be documented in the personnel file and include date, time, and the reason the information was not obtained b. A complete 5 years' worth of prior employment must be documented and verified c. The documentation must include the applicants job title and description of his/her regular duties, confirmation of employment dates, and level of job performance Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-02-21. View official inspection document (report 47086e57-bb6d-4ec4-b0ef-4d00c21fc37f)

32. Outdoor Equipment CCF Handbook, Section 3.12 (32-02)

The frame of the [blue boat and red bus] was not securely anchored in the ground or stationary by design. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed the blue boat and red bus had anchors that were not fully secured into the ground and were protruding upwards. The provider used a hammer and got the anchors fully into the ground placing the facility back into compliance for this standard. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-02-21. View official inspection document (report 47086e57-bb6d-4ec4-b0ef-4d00c21fc37f)

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

Frozen food was not [ labeled by date and type]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, F.2 and 3. Food and Nutrition [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed a package of pancakes, waffles, chicken nuggets and quesadillas in the freezer that were not labeled with type & date. The provider labeled the items placing the facility back into compliance for this standard. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-02-21. View official inspection document (report 47086e57-bb6d-4ec4-b0ef-4d00c21fc37f)

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 3 gallons of milk that expired on 2/14/25 and 2/19/25. The provider discarded the milk while the licensing specialist was present placing the facility back into compliance for this standard. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-02-21. View official inspection document (report 47086e57-bb6d-4ec4-b0ef-4d00c21fc37f)

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 the double gate on the smaller playground had a 6-inch gap on the left side and a 4-inch gap on the right side from the ground to the gate on the right side. Also, to the left of the double gate was an area of fencing that had a 4-inch hole. Technical assistance was given to the provider to adjust the fence, add a barrier or install a surface under the double gate and repair the hole in the fencing prior to the due date Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-02-21. View official inspection document (report 47086e57-bb6d-4ec4-b0ef-4d00c21fc37f)

45. Background Screening Documents CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 (45-04)

An employment history verification was not documented and on file. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, D Record Keeping [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed all staff files and determined the staff listed on the supplemental had an incomplete 5-year work history in their file. (no verifications completed and/or not a full 5-years' worth of employment). Technical assistance was given to the provider to complete prior to the due date. The provider was reminded that 5-year employment history's must include the following: a. (3) attempts must be made and documented and failed attempts to obtain employment history must be documented in the personnel file and include date, time, and the reason the information was not obtained b. A complete 5 years' worth of prior employment must be documented and verified c. The documentation must include the applicants job title and description of his/her regular duties, confirmation of employment dates, and level of job performance Due: 11/20/2024 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-10-21. View official inspection document (report 39f91e03-8240-41fd-93f2-cc9cb00f8524)

45. Background Screening Documents CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 (45-11)

Child care personnels Level 2 documentation was incomplete in that [ A copy of out-of-state child abuse and neglect registry search is missing., A copy of out-of-state sexual offender/predator registry search is missing.]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1, D, E, and F Record Keeping [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed all staff files & observed the staff listed on the supplemental had resided outside of the state of Florida within the past 5 years and no documentation that abuse & neglect or sexual offender checks were completed. Technical assistance was given to the provider to obtain the reports prior to the due date. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-10-21. View official inspection document (report 39f91e03-8240-41fd-93f2-cc9cb00f8524)