Lighthouse Community Preschool

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 facilitys employee/staff roster through the Clearinghouse and observed the staff listed on the supplemental is still listed as current on a provisional hire and the other staff is not showing as current on the facilitys roster through the Clearinghouse. The provider updated the roster while the specialist was present placing the facility back into compliance for this standard. The provider was reminded the facility has 5 days to add or remove staff from the roster. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-01. View official inspection document (report 610a9171-cb46-432f-b455-eec0587d55b9)

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

The ground cover or other protective surface under the [blue stationary car, jungle gym and large climbing equipment] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed the blue stationary car, jungle gym and large climbing equipment did not have sufficient mulch located underneath. (areas measured 0 -3 inches). Technical assistance was given to the provider to add more mulch to measure a minimum of 6 inches in depth prior to the due date. TRAINING Due: 4/30/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-01. View official inspection document (report 610a9171-cb46-432f-b455-eec0587d55b9)

32. Outdoor Equipment CCF Handbook, Section 3.12 (32-06)

A resilient surface was not provided beneath and within the fall/use zone for [blue stationary car]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed the blue stationary car and jungle gym did not have a fall/use zone that extends a minimum of 6 feet in all directions from the perimeter of the equipment. Technical assistance was given to the provider to add resilient surface that measures 6 inches in depth and 6 feet in perimeter from the base of the equipment prior to the due date. Additional time was allotted to align the due dates. Lastly, technical assistance was given to the provider to monitor the wood planks on the blue car as they are showing signs of age and replace as needed. Due: 4/30/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-01. View official inspection document (report 610a9171-cb46-432f-b455-eec0587d55b9)

21. Restrooms and Bath Facilities CCF Handbook, Section 3.7 (21-11)

The sink and/or toilet was not maintained in good operating condition, clean and/or sanitized or disinfected. CCF Handbook, Section 3.7, I Physical Environment [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed the sink cabinet in the 4 & 5-year-old classroom bathroom was broken/not in good repair on the top and had a piece of tape on it. Technical assistance was given to the provider to replace the sink cabinet prior to the due date. Lastly, technical assistance was given to the provider to not use the bathtub as storage in the event it is needed in an emergency. Due: 4/30/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-01. View official inspection document (report 610a9171-cb46-432f-b455-eec0587d55b9)

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 single gate located on the playground had a 5 1/2-inch gap from the ground to the gate. Technical assistance was given to the provider to adjust the fence lower to the ground and/or add a barrier, mulch, etc. prior to the due date. Due: 4/30/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-01. View official inspection document (report 610a9171-cb46-432f-b455-eec0587d55b9)

14. Lighting, Temperature, and Ventilation CCF Handbook, Section 3.3 (14-01)

All rooms did not have sufficient lighting equivalent to 20 foot candles at three feet from the floor. CCF Handbook, Section 3.3.1, A Physical Environment [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, the lighting throughout the facility was checked. The bathroom in the 3-year-old classroom measured 7.94- foot candles. Technical assistance was given to the provider to update the lighting with brighter bulbs or add additional lighting to ensure the area measures a minimum of 20-foot candles prior to the due date. The remaining rooms measured: The infant classroom measured between 68.4 - 135.6-foot candles. • The 1-year-old classroom measured 53.8-foot candles over the work areas and 27.5-foot candles in the remainder of the room. • The 2-year-old classroom measured 142.7-foot candles over the work areas and 54.6-foot candles in the remainder of the room. • The 3-year-old classroom measured 88.4-foot candles over the work areas and 104.9-foot candles in the remainder of the room. • The 4 & 5-year-old classroom measured 81.1-foot candles over the work areas and 67.5-foot candles in the remainder of the room. • Due: 4/30/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-01. View official inspection document (report 610a9171-cb46-432f-b455-eec0587d55b9)

12. Facility Environment CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 (12-01)

Areas of the facility were found to be in need of cleaning. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A Physical Environment [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed several exhaust vents in multiple bathrooms with an excess of lint/dust/debris. Technical assistance was given to the provider to clean the vents prior to the due date. Due: 4/30/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-01. View official inspection document (report 610a9171-cb46-432f-b455-eec0587d55b9)

20. Crib Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 3.6 (20-08)

A sleep sack used did not fit according to manufacturers recommendations, restricted the infants arms, or slid up around the infants face. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.4, B Physical Environment [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed an infant sleeping in a crib swaddled in a sleep sack that restricted the infants arms. The specialist advised the provider that sleep sacks restricting the infants arms are not permitted for use for child care. The specialist and provider discussed the types of sleep sacks that are permitted and specialist answered all of the providers questions. The specialist asked the staff to remove the strap on the swaddle that restricted the sleeping infants arms at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that swaddles that restrict infants arms are not used in child care. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-12-09. View official inspection document (report 574de88e-855e-41fe-b5c9-057acd186fba)

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: At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the now two year old classroom previously the multi- purpose added classroom with handwashing procedures to include when to wash hands not posted in the restroom of the classroom used by children in care. The provider placed a handwashing sign to include when to wash hands at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that handwashing procedures to include how and when to wash your hands are posted near handwashing sinks where toileting, diapering or food preparation takes place. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-12-09. View official inspection document (report 574de88e-855e-41fe-b5c9-057acd186fba)

30. Diapering CCF Handbook, Section 3.10 (30-06)

Diaper changing occurred on a surface that was not impermeable. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, E Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist the diapering mat used in the one year old classroom that was torn exposing the foam cushion inside the mat causing it to not be an impermeable surface. The provider immediately replaced the mat/surface used to diaper children at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the diapering mat/surface is impermeable. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-12-09. View official inspection document (report 574de88e-855e-41fe-b5c9-057acd186fba)

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 inspection, the Licensing specialist determined that the facility failed to initiate an out of state search for the child care personnel listed on the supplemental for sexual offender search and Child Abuse and Neglect registry. The staff started at the facility on 9/15/2025. The staff lived in the state of Texas within the past 5 years. TA was provided to ensure that the provider initiates out of state searches for sexual offender search and Child Abuse and Neglect registry by the due date. Due: 1/8/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-12-09. View official inspection document (report 574de88e-855e-41fe-b5c9-057acd186fba)

35. (35-12)

The facility does not have documentation for all child care personnel on required annual refresher education of the facilitys exposure plan. CCF Handbook, Section 6 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the child care personnel listed on the supplemental did not complete exposure plan training prior to starting at the facility. The staff started at the facility on 7/22/2025. The provider had the staff review the training and document on file at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that child care personnel complete exposure plan training initially and annually and place on file for Licensing to review. 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 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: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-08-14. View official inspection document (report ac7d036b-481c-444d-87ae-533a1f084c89)

28. (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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed childrens bottles and sippy cups provided from home that were either not labeled, labeled with only the childs first name and/or labeled with the childs first name and last initial. The staff immediately labeled the childrens bottles and cups at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that bottles and sippy cups provided from home are labeled appropriately. SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT 29. Health and Sanitation CCF Handbook, Section 3.6, 3.9, and 3.10 CCF Handbook, Section 3.6, 3.9, and 3.10 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-08-14. View official inspection document (report ac7d036b-481c-444d-87ae-533a1f084c89)

33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 CCF Handbook, Section 4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (33-17)

Child care personnel who completed ELFL health and safety modules did not complete additional DEL-approved health and safety training by required date. (Section 3.2.A.2.a. and 3.2.C Training Requirements, Page 7) [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist determined that the child care personnel listed on the supplemental did not completed the required SR courses within 90 days of employment. The staff started at the facility on 6/17/2024. The staff started Health Safety and Nutrition in a school readiness program but has not finished the course. The staff needs to complete Safety Practices in a school readiness course. The provider is aware from a previous inspection that both courses need to be completed by the due date. TA was provided to ensure that the required courses are completed by the due date. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-04-25. View official inspection document (report 2777afb1-fd56-4503-8fed-76ab196e0222)

31. Indoor Equipment CCF Handbook, Section 3.11 CCF Handbook, Section 3.11 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (31-05)

Toys, equipment and/or furnishings were not maintained in a sanitary condition and not cleaned and sanitized or disinfected following exposure to bodily fluids. CCF Handbook, Section 3.11, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed in the infant classroom toys and furniture for infants to include a rocker horse, rocking chairs, bouncers, etc. stored in an unused restroom. The specialist advised that toys can not be stored in the restroom. The provider advised that the toys are not used and that the program receives a lot of donations. The specialist asked the provider to remove the toys from the restroom. The provider immediately removed the toys from the restroom at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that toys and furniture are stored in sanitary condition. 32. Outdoor Equipment CCF Handbook, Section 3.12 CCF Handbook, Section 3.12 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance TRAINING Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-04-25. View official inspection document (report 2777afb1-fd56-4503-8fed-76ab196e0222)

24. (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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed some food items in the facilitys food preparation area where childrens snacks and beverages are stored and in some classrooms that were expired. The specialist observed three boxes of graham crackers that were expired as of 3/24/25 and Welchs fruit snacks expired as of 3/4/2025. In the infant classroom there was a loaf of bread in the refrigerator that was expired as of 4/23/2025. The provider immediately discarded of the expired food items at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the provider follows the recommendation for expiration dates listed by the manufacturer. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-04-25. View official inspection document (report 2777afb1-fd56-4503-8fed-76ab196e0222)

17. (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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed three blue tricycle's on the older childrens playground with paint chipping and the rubber handle material cracked of some of the bikes. TA was provided to ensure that the tricycles are repainted and handles repaired by the due date. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-04-25. View official inspection document (report 2777afb1-fd56-4503-8fed-76ab196e0222)

13. (13-01)

A potentially harmful item, [The staff replied Odo-Ban and water], was not labeled as required. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed a spray bottle in the one year old classroom containing a clear solution. The specialist asked the staff what was in the bottle. The staff replied Odo-Ban and water. The specialist asked if she can label the spray bottle with the chemical name. The staff labeled the spray bottle accordingly at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that spray bottles containing toxic or hazardous material are labeled at all times. 14. Lighting, Temperature, and Ventilation CCF Handbook, Section 3.3 CCF Handbook, Section 3.3 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 15. Licensed Capacity CCF Handbook , Section 3.4 CCF Handbook , Section 3.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-04-25. View official inspection document (report 2777afb1-fd56-4503-8fed-76ab196e0222)

12. (12-02)

An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed a few areas of the facility with paint chipping, drywall exposed and a piece of baseboard missing. In the infant classroom to the left side of the room where the storage closeted area where infant food and bottle warmer is stored the specialist observed paint chipping on the wall and to the left side of the wall near the bottom of the wall the baseboard was missing in an area of the wall. In the one year old classroom near the carpeted area to the right of the classroom near the books the specialist observed some of the blue paint on the walls chipped near the bottom of the wall near the wall plastic plates. In the hallway leading to the laundry room outside of the three through five year old classroom on the edge of the right side of the wall paint was chipping and at the bottom of the wall drywall was exposed and missing. TA was provided to ensure that the areas of the facility are repaired by the due date. 13. Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons CCF Handbook, Section 3.2 CCF Handbook, Section 3.2 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Noncompliance Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-04-25. View official inspection document (report 2777afb1-fd56-4503-8fed-76ab196e0222)

46. Daily Attendance CCF Handbook, Section 7.5 CCF Handbook, Section 7.5 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (46-01)

There were no daily attendance records or they were unavailable for review by the licensing authority. CCF Handbook, Section 7, B.4 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that the daily attendance was not completed in the - & 2-year-old classroom. There were 5 children present and no children were signed in. The staff signed the children in during the inspection. TA was provided that the classroom must have all children signed in at all times. ENFORCEMENT Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-12-18. View official inspection document (report 703ac88c-89b1-49a6-a647-0f232dbc1964)

33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 CCF Handbook, Section 4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (33-17)

Child care personnel who completed ELFL health and safety modules did not complete additional DEL-approved health and safety training by required date. (Section 3.2.A.2.a. and 3.2.C Training Requirements, Page 7) [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that the staff listed in the supplemental did not complete the health and safety required SR training that was due by June 30, 2024. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-12-18. View official inspection document (report 703ac88c-89b1-49a6-a647-0f232dbc1964)

36. (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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, there were 3 classrooms and 5 staff and only the director that is listed in the supplemental had current CPR and first aid. TA was provided that 0-25 staff at least 3 staff are required to have current CPR and first aid that are in direct supervision of children. TA was provided that more staff will need to complete the required CPR and first aid. 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) Noncompliance Due: 12/28/2024 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-12-18. View official inspection document (report 703ac88c-89b1-49a6-a647-0f232dbc1964)

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, there were 3 classrooms and 5 staff and only the director that is listed in the supplemental had current CPR and first aid. TA was provided that 0-25 staff at least 3 staff are required to have current CPR and first aid that are in direct supervision of children. TA was provided that more staff will need to complete the required CPR and first aid. 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 2024-12-18. View official inspection document (report 703ac88c-89b1-49a6-a647-0f232dbc1964)