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40. Medication CCF Handbook, Section 6.5 (40-17)

Medication which had expired or is no longer being administered was not discarded or returned to the custodial parent or legal guardian. CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, H Comments: At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed medication in the infant classroom that was expired. The Orajel was expired as of 12/2025. The Aquaphor ointment was expired as of July 2025. The provider recently applied the Orajel on the child as recent as 1/15/2026. The provider immediately discarded of the medication at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the medication that has expired is discarded or returned to the parents/guardians. RECORD KEEPING Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-17. View official inspection document (report da4abc59-8503-442e-b121-d5167f23838e)

35. Communicable Disease Control CCF Handbook, Section 6.1 (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 Comments: At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the child care personnel listed on the supplemental did not complete exposure plan training annually. The staff last completed the training June 2024. The provider immediately had staff review a refresher of the exposure plan training on todays date at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the exposure plan training is completed initially and annually thereafter, and documentation is placed on file. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-17. View official inspection document (report da4abc59-8503-442e-b121-d5167f23838e)

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

The ground cover or other protective surface under the [stationary equipment near the yellow metal bus that measured to 5 inches in depth] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D Comments: At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the resilient surface on the providers playground near stationary equipment near the yellow metal bus that measured to 5 inches in depth. The provider immediately shoveled mulch from another area near the metal school bus at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the stationary equipment has a resilient surface of 6 inches in depth and 6 feet in perimeter. TRAINING Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-17. View official inspection document (report da4abc59-8503-442e-b121-d5167f23838e)

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

The facility's menu was not [ was not planned, was not posted at the beginning of each week in an easily seen place, was not written]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, H Comments: At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist determined that the facility offers children hot lunch meal plan for older children in the pre k through 1st grade classroom. Also, the provider provides snacks for both morning and afternoon daily to all children enrolled. The provider did not have a menu previously, but provider created a menu for the remainder of the current month for each classroom and posted the menu at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that food offered to children from the facility are documented on a weekly menu at the beginning of each week posted in an inconspicuous place for parents to view. Compliance Comments At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the catered food logs for the lunches served daily per month for hot food option for some children in care Kindergarten 1st grade for compliance. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-17. View official inspection document (report da4abc59-8503-442e-b121-d5167f23838e)

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 specialist asked the one year old staff what the afternoon snack for the day was and the staff replied goldfish. The specialist advised that snacks require 2 food groups. ]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, B Comments: At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist determined that the facility offers children hot lunch meal plan for older children in the pre k through 1st grade classroom. Also, the provider provides snacks for both morning and afternoon daily to all children enrolled. The provider advised that the mixed pre k through 1st grade classroom ends care at 2:30pm and this age group does not receive an afternoon snack except the before/afterschool care children. The specialist observed that each classroom had snacks stored which are donated by parents weekly for the specific class. The specialist asked the one year old staff what the afternoon snack for the day was and the staff replied goldfish. The specialist advised that snacks require 2 food groups. Also, the school has an option for hot food prepared by a catering company. The specialist reviewed the lunch items for todays date which reflected, pizza, corn and cookies. The provider advised that the students receiving hot meals also bring snacks from home. The provider advised that lunch must contain 5 food groups. The provider ensured that the childrens afternoon snack for todays date was revised to include pretzels and 100 % apple juice. The specialist encouraged the provider to revise and plan weekly menus for both lunch and snacks provided to ensure that sufficient nutrition is met daily per meal going forward. The provider created a menu for the remainder of the month to ensure meals are planned and include all required food groups. TA was provided to ensure that the childrens meals offered include significant amount of nutrition per meal. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-17. View official inspection document (report da4abc59-8503-442e-b121-d5167f23838e)

15. Licensed Capacity CCF Handbook , Section 3.4 (15-05)

The facility failed to post the room capacity in each room. CCF Handbook, Section 3.4.1, A Comments: At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the infants classroom in the back of the facility with no capacity posted. The provider and specialist reviewed the signed capacity calculator dated June 2025. The provider immediately posted the capacity on the evacuation route display in the classroom at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the capacity is posted in each room. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-17. View official inspection document (report da4abc59-8503-442e-b121-d5167f23838e)

35. Communicable Disease Control CCF Handbook, Section 6.1 (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 Comments: At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the Child Care Personnel did not have a current exposure plan training on file. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all Child Care Personnel have a current exposure plan on file. This standard was brought back into compliance when Child Care Personnel was trained on exposure plan today. • Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-11-04. View official inspection document (report 60b74145-975d-4b8d-9766-ba388b030561)

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 Comments: At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental did not have a five- year work history verification. Technical assistance was provided to ensure a complete five-year work history is completed on child care personnel prior to hiring. Due: 9/12/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-08-13. View official inspection document (report abaaf79a-6e56-43f2-9486-c32fcb568b18)

35. Communicable Disease Control CCF Handbook, Section 6.1 (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 Comments: At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the Child Care Personnel did not have a current exposure plan training on file. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all Child Care Personnel have a current exposure plan on file. Due: 9/12/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-08-13. View official inspection document (report abaaf79a-6e56-43f2-9486-c32fcb568b18)

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 Comments: At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the facility failed to have a fire inspection completed annually. Last year the facility fire inspection was completed on 7/31/24 and this year fire inspection was completed on 8/5/25. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that fire inspection is completed annually. This standard was brought back into compliance when fire inspection was completed on 8/5/25. • Fire drill conducted on 8/30/24, 9/17/24, 10/29/24, 11/13/24, 12/2/24, 1/8/25, 2/26/25, 3/13/25, 4/11/25, 5/16/25, 6/7/25, 7/7/25, and 8/1/24. • A fire drill was conducted today in the presence of the licensing authority using the approved fire alarm system which made an audible sound. • Emergency Preparedness drill conducted 10/7/24 (inclement weather), 12/6/24 (lock down), 12/9/24 (lock down), 2/10/25 (inclement weather), and 6/2/25 (inclement weather). • Fire extinguisher serviced August 2025. • FOOD AND NUTRITION Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-08-13. View official inspection document (report abaaf79a-6e56-43f2-9486-c32fcb568b18)

15. Licensed Capacity CCF Handbook , Section 3.4 (15-01)

The facility is licensed to serve [75] children. A total of [78] children were counted at the center and/or were on a field trip. CCF Handbook , Section 3.4.1, C Comments: At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed 78 children inside the licensed classrooms at the facility. The facility is only licensed to have a maximum of 75 children. Provider advised that the three additional children were from the private school classroom who were getting assistance from the Child Care Personnel inside the classroom. Technical assistance was provided that the total number of children in care on-site and while on field trips may never exceed the facilitys licensed capacity. This standard was brought back into compliance. • Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-08-13. View official inspection document (report abaaf79a-6e56-43f2-9486-c32fcb568b18)

31. Indoor Equipment CCF Handbook, Section 3.11 (31-07)

The facility did not have a written routine schedule for cleaning, sanitizing and disinfecting equipment, materials, furnishings and play areas on a daily and/or weekly basis. CCF Handbook, Section 3.11, B Comments: At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialists observed the infant classroom not cleaned. The Director, who was in the infant room, was asked for their routine cleaning schedule. She explained that they cleaned in the morning, evening, and night but when asked to present their schedule, she responded that they do not have one. Technical assistance was provided the facility must implement a written routine schedule for cleaning, sanitizing and disinfecting equipment, materials, furnishings and play areas on a daily and/or weekly basis. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-05-22. View official inspection document (report cb6a0680-67a9-49da-96a4-cfd34b232f04)

04. Supervision CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 (04-09)

Children were left in high chairs or other confining devices outside of feeding times. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4.4, B Comments: At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist and Licensing Supervisor observed three children sitting in highchair bucket seats outside of feeding while the rest of the classroom were laying on their nap mats asleep or going to sleep. One of the children placed her head on the table and was falling asleep. The teacher in the room explained she is not the normal teacher, and the initial teacher told her to get a child who has special needs to sleep first and leave the 3 children in the seats since they run around and hard to put down. The music was loud in the room as well. Technical assistance was provided to place the children on their mats, and they should have not had to sit in the bucket seats. Also, the music was turned down due to the volume. The initial teacher came back and assisted the teacher in the room. This standard was brought back into compliance when removed the children from the highchair bucket seats. • Not Applicable Comments At the time of inspection, Provider advised the facility does not provide transportation. • Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-05-22. View official inspection document (report cb6a0680-67a9-49da-96a4-cfd34b232f04)

29. Health and Sanitation CCF Handbook, Section 3.6, 3.9, and 3.10 (29-01)

Child care personnel did not wash their hands properly/thoroughly in that [Child Care Personnel did not wash hands after diaper changing]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.1 Comments: At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the Child Care Personnel observed in the 2-year-old changing diapers without washing hands. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that hands are being washed hands must be washed and dried thoroughly after each diapering or toileting procedure. This standard was brought back into compliance when Child Care Personnel washed her hands. • Compliance Comments Technical assistance provided that the infant classroom can have Plexi glass on the diapering changing area that is fitted to the diaper changing area instead of the pad that often tears and obtains hole. Also, the pac n play was observed dirty and in need of cleaning on the net area. • Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-05-22. View official inspection document (report cb6a0680-67a9-49da-96a4-cfd34b232f04)

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

The ground cover or other protective surface under the [yellow bus, red fire truck, and blue police care] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D Comments: At the time of reinspection, Licensing Specialist observed the stationary equipment (yellow bus, red fire truck, and blue police care) with over 6 inches of ground cover or protective surface in the fall zone area. However, there was less than 6 ft of clearance in all directions from the perimeter of the equipment. Technical assistance was provided that permanent or stationary playground equipment must have a fall/use zone that extends a minimum of 6 feet in all directions from the perimeter of the equipment. All types of ground cover must be maintained to provide resilience and reduce the incidence of injuries to children in the event of falls. TRAINING 33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 Not Monitored 34. Credentialed Staff CCF Handbook, Section 4.6 & 4.7 Not Monitored HEALTH REQUIREMENTS 35. Communicable Disease Control CCF Handbook, Section 6.1 Not Monitored 36. CPR Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4 Not Monitored 37. First Aid Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4 and 6.2 Not Monitored 38. Emergency Telephone Numbers CCF Handbook, Section 6.3 Not Monitored 39. Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation CCF Handbook, Section 6.3 & 6.4 Not Monitored 40. Medication CCF Handbook, Section 6.5 Not Monitored RECORD KEEPING 41. Immunization Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 Not Monitored 42. Student Health and Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 Not Monitored 43. Enrollment Information CCF Handbook, Section 7.3 & s. 402.3054(2), F.S. Not Monitored 44. Personnel Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 Not Monitored 45. Background Screening Documents CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 Not Monitored 46. Daily Attendance CCF Handbook, Section 7.5 Not Monitored ENFORCEMENT 47. Access/Child Safety CCF Handbook, Section 8 Not Monitored Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-04-25. View official inspection document (report 7fac989e-2871-4366-9d3a-900f0677a085)

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

The ground cover or other protective surface under the [stationary equipment(yellow bus, red fire truck, and blue police care) ] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D Comments: At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the stationary equipment (yellow bus, red fire truck, and blue police care) with 4 inches of ground cover or protective surface in the fall zone area. Technical Assistance was provided that at least 6 inches in depth of mulch is needed to comply with the standard. TRAINING Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-03-25. View official inspection document (report 2b8087cc-007d-45f2-9691-0ab17187c3c1)

18. Bedding and Linens CCF Handbook, Section 3.6 (18-12)

Bedding and/or linens were not stored in a sanitary manner. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1, G & H Comments: At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the bedding in the 2-year-old classroom stored with other children not stored in a sanitary manner. Technical assistance was provided that bedding and linens, when not in use, must be stored in a sanitary manner which prevents the spread of germs or lice from other linens. This standard was brought back into compliance when Provider moved and separated the children bedding. • Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-03-25. View official inspection document (report 2b8087cc-007d-45f2-9691-0ab17187c3c1)

18. Bedding and Linens CCF Handbook, Section 3.6 (18-06)

The floor mats available for children in care were not covered with an impermeable surface. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1, D Comments: At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed several torn and ripped nap mats for the children in care. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all nap mats are in good repair and with impermeable surface. This standard was brought back into compliance when parent brought in new nap mats and the torn/ripped nap mats were thrown out. • Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-03-25. View official inspection document (report 2b8087cc-007d-45f2-9691-0ab17187c3c1)

33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 (33-01)

Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the 40 hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement. CCF Handbook Section 4.2.1 Comments: At the time of reinspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental did not complete required DCF introductory training. The Child Care Personnel began DCF introductory training on 8/4/23. Child Care Personnel was supposed to complete DCF training on or before 11/4/24. Provider advised that the Child Care Personnel took exam the past weekend and is awaiting result. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all required trainings are completed. 34. Credentialed Staff CCF Handbook, Section 4.6 & 4.7 Not Monitored Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-01-22. View official inspection document (report 0568b459-89d0-44aa-9bfb-047640fb5a23)

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 Comments: At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the Child Care Personnel listed on supplemental did not have current CF- FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form signed annually. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that the CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form are signed annually. This standard brought back into compliance when Child Care Personnel signed a current Abuse and Neglect form. • Licensing Specialist reviewed all Child Care Personnel files, totaling 13. • Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-12-05. View official inspection document (report ca9e8f98-42fd-4a41-a194-a73941cc4080)

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

A potentially harmful item, [bleach water], was not labeled as required. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B Comments: At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed a spray bottle on a top shelf inside the 4-year-old school age classroom bathroom without a label. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all spray bottles are labeled. This standard was brought back into compliance when provider labeled the spray bottle (bleach water). • Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-12-05. View official inspection document (report ca9e8f98-42fd-4a41-a194-a73941cc4080)

23. Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness CCF Handbook, Section 3.8 (23-15)

Emergency preparedness drills were not conducted when children were in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.5, B Comments: At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the facility did not complete Emergency Preparedness drill (lock down) during the previous licensing year. On 7/26/24, Provider was given technical assistance to ensure lock down drill is complete prior to license expiring. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that a lock down drill is completed to satisfy last year drill. Fire drill conducted on 8/30/24, 9/17/24, 10/29/24, 11/13/24, and 12/2/24 • Emergency Preparedness drill conducted 10/7/24 (inclement weather). • Fire extinguisher serviced August 2024. • FOOD AND NUTRITION Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-12-05. View official inspection document (report ca9e8f98-42fd-4a41-a194-a73941cc4080)

33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 (33-01)

Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the 40 hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement. CCF Handbook Section 4.2.1 Comments: At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the facility hire a Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental who did not complete required DCF introductory training. The Child Care Personnel began DCF introductory training on 8/4/23. Child Care Personnel was supposed to complete DCF training on or before 11/4/24. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all required trainings are completed Due: 1/4/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-12-05. View official inspection document (report ca9e8f98-42fd-4a41-a194-a73941cc4080)

33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 (33-06)

The facility did not have documentation to show completion of a Department approved five-hour early literacy and language development course for child care personnel within 12 months of date of employment in child care industry and/or the early literacy course documentation was not uploaded in the Florida Pathways/Registry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.2 and 4.5, C Comments: At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that Child Care Personnel did not have documentation to show completion of a Department approved five-hour early literacy and language development course for child care personnel within 12 months of date of employment in child care industry. Technical assistance was provided to ensure Child Care Personnel complete the Department approved five-hour early literacy and language development prior to due date. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-12-05. View official inspection document (report ca9e8f98-42fd-4a41-a194-a73941cc4080)

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 Comments: At the time of inspection, License Specialist reviewed childrens files and determined that the child listed on the supplemental did not have immunization forms on file. Technical assistance was given to the provider to obtain a current form from the parent/guardian prior to the register to view FL shot records. The link given was: www.flshotsusers.com and the provider was reminded to go to the bottom of page under schools & licensed child care providers to register. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-12-05. View official inspection document (report ca9e8f98-42fd-4a41-a194-a73941cc4080)