Great Kidz Academy Inc

48. Group Size (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (48-02)

At least one of the two teachers required to maintain staff to child ratio for a group size of [(7) infants & (12) 2's] for [2 staff] did not possess an active credential as recognized by the department. (Sections 2.2.1 and 2.2.4 Group Size, Page 4) School Readiness [SR] Comments: At the time of the reinspection, the licensing specialist observed the staff listed on the supplemental with (7) infants and (12) 2s and none of staff have an active staff credential and none of the staff were enrolled in a CDA program. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff obtain staff credentials, enroll in a CDA class, or reduce the classroom back to approved ratios prior to the due date. Due: 6/6/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-05-07. View official inspection document (report 77f52c4c-1ea8-4c0b-b077-f19b9640c297)

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: At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed all staff files and observed the staff listed on the supplemental had an expired Child Abuse & Neglect form in their file. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff sign a new form prior to the due date. The provider was reminded this form must be signed annually on or before the prior years date. 45. Background Screening Documents CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Due: 6/6/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-05-07. View official inspection document (report 77f52c4c-1ea8-4c0b-b077-f19b9640c297)

33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 CCF Handbook, Section 4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (33-16)

All child care personnel who completed DCF training did not complete additional DEL-approved health and safety training by required date. (Section 3.2.A.1. and 3.2.C Training Requirements, Page 7) [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed all staff files and determined that the staff listed on the supplemental did not complete the 2 new additional pre-service classes. (Health & Safety & Health & Nutrition in the SR program courses). Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff start/complete prior to the due date. Due: 6/6/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-05-07. View official inspection document (report 77f52c4c-1ea8-4c0b-b077-f19b9640c297)

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

The attendance roster did not accompany the group of children in that [ first classroom near the office with VPK B children, the staff had no attendance completed. Also, in the one year old classroom near the staff break area the specialist observed that 1 of the 5 children present was not accounted for and was not signed in on the classroom roster.].CCF Handbook, Section 7.5, A Record Keeping [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist determined while conducting ratio in the first classroom near the office with VPK B children, the staff had no attendance completed. Also, in the one year old classroom near the staff break area the specialist observed that 1 of the 5 children present was not accounted for and was not signed in on the classroom roster. Both staff completed attendance to reflect the children present at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the attendance accompanies the children at all times. ENFORCEMENT Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-01-07. View official inspection document (report 3bcbb071-bc51-4eda-8141-a3a4e6eaf537)

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 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 refresher. The staff last completed the training on 9/10/2024. The provider advised that she was not aware that the training was completed every year annually on just thought it was required initially before starting work. TA was provided to ensure that the child care personnel completed the exposure plan refresher training by the due date. Due: 2/6/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-01-07. View official inspection document (report 3bcbb071-bc51-4eda-8141-a3a4e6eaf537)

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

The ground cover or other protective surface under the [stationary outdoor equipment blue airplane, the yellow swings and the yellow metal car with blue slide. On the younger childrens playground all of the stationary equipment to include the colored metal cars and the plastic playhouse with slide. ] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the facilitys outdoor playgrounds with resilient surface of mulch that was not maintained. On the older childrens playground the mulch measured to 4 inches in depth near the following stationary outdoor equipment blue airplane, the yellow swings and the yellow metal car with blue slide. On the younger childrens playground all of the stationary equipment to include the colored metal cars and the plastic playhouse with slide. TA was provided to ensure that the resilient surface measures to 6 inches in depth and 6 feet in perimeter near stationary outdoor equipment. TRAINING Due: 2/6/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-01-07. View official inspection document (report 3bcbb071-bc51-4eda-8141-a3a4e6eaf537)

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 observed the mixed classroom of two and three year old children on the left side of the hallway on the right side of the facility with a diapering mat on the changing station that had a hole exposing the foam cushion on the mat causing it to not be impermeable. The provider immediately replaced the mat with a new mat at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the diapering surface is impermeable. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-01-07. View official inspection document (report 3bcbb071-bc51-4eda-8141-a3a4e6eaf537)

45. (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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist determined that the provider failed to add the child care personnel listed on the supplemental to the facilitys Clearinghouse roster within 10 days of employment. The staff started at the facility on 8/27/2025 and as of todays date the staff has not been added to the roster. The provider immediately added the staff on their roster in the Clearinghouse at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that personell is added to the Clearinghouse roster within 10 days of employment. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-09-10. View official inspection document (report 0bf07131-2510-433f-98f5-5eb331593884)

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 determined that the child care personnel listed on the supplemental did not complete exposure plan training prior to starting employment at the facility. Staff 1 started on 8/27/2025. Staff 2 started on 9/8/2025. The provider had both staff review and trained the staff on exposure plan trianing at time of inspection and placed documentation on file for Licensing to review. TA was provided to ensure that child care personnel complete exposure plan training is completed initally and a refresher annually. 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 Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-09-10. View official inspection document (report 0bf07131-2510-433f-98f5-5eb331593884)

21. (21-05)

Cleaning and sanitizing potty chairs did not take place after each use. CCF Handbook, Section 3.7, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed a potty chair in the three year old classroom on the right side near the kitchen that was observed with urine. The specialist asked the staff how long the urine sat in the potty chair. The staff stated the child used the restroom at about 9am. The specialist noticed the time at 10:05am and the potty seat was not cleaned and immediately asked the staff to discard of the urine and sanitize the seat. The staff cleaned the seat at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that potty chairs are cleaned and sanitized after each use. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-09-10. View official inspection document (report 0bf07131-2510-433f-98f5-5eb331593884)

20. Crib Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 3.6 CCF Handbook, Section 3.6 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (20-06)

Child/ren were placed in a crib, playpen, play yard or other sleeping and napping bedding with items that could pose a strangulation or suffocation risk. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.4, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed a bottle placed in a pack n play with an infant while the child was sleeping. The specialist observed the infant sleeping and the bottle was placed near the infants face with the infant placed on their stomach. The specialist asked the staff to remove the bottle and reminded the staff that no other items such as bottles should be placed in the crib or pack n play to eliminate a choking/suffocation hazard. The provider immediately removed the bottle from the pack n play at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that no additional items are placed in cribs no pack n plays. 21. Restrooms and Bath Facilities CCF Handbook, Section 3.7 CCF Handbook, Section 3.7 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Noncompliance Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-09-10. View official inspection document (report 0bf07131-2510-433f-98f5-5eb331593884)

04. Supervision CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (04-08)

An infant was observed being fed with a propped bottle. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4.4, C (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed an infant in the infant classroom in a bouncer chair with a thick folded blanket placed on top of the child and a bottle resting on the blanket. The specialist advised the staff that propped bottles are not permitted. The staff replied that the child is able to hold their own bottle. The specialist further advised the staff that the infant should be placed in an appropriate feeding chair if the infant does not require assistance with feeding or held by child care personnel. The staff immediately removed the infant from the bouncer chair and held the infant for the duration of feeding. TA was provided to ensure that infants are actively supervised during feeding. Not Applicable Comments At the time of the inspection, the provider stated they do not provide transportation for children. This includes transportation by vehicle or by foot. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-09-10. View official inspection document (report 0bf07131-2510-433f-98f5-5eb331593884)

24. Food Preparation Area CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 (24-09)

The food preparation area does not have a hand washing station or the hand washing station did not include the following: [additional sink with hot water measuring to 100 degrees is required in areas where food preparation takes place]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.1, A.7. Food and Nutrition [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist asked the staff in the infant and one year old mixed class in the hallway to the right from the entrance to the facility if infant bottles are prepared in the classroom after observing water, formula and infant cereal. The staff replied, yes. The specialist reminded the staff and provider that an additional sink with hot water measuring to 100 degrees is required in areas where food preparation takes place. The specialist and provider discussed ways to be back in compliance for the standard. The provider decided that infant bottles for the remainder of the day and going forward would be prepared in the kitchen. TA was provided to ensure that areas where food preparation take place have a sink with hot water that measures to 100 degrees. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-05-15. View official inspection document (report 0bc1e7e0-bb65-4d1a-bd82-3f233938fde5)

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 inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the classroom with mixed ages of two and three year old children with the movie Trolls on the television. The specialist reminded the staff that media offer should be used for educational purposes. The specialist asked the staff if the movie was related to current lesson plan and the staff replied no. The specialist asked the staff if there was a different educational program she could change it to and the staff replied she would turn it off. The staff turned off the television at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that media offered to children in care is used for educational purposes. 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 2025-05-15. View official inspection document (report 0bc1e7e0-bb65-4d1a-bd82-3f233938fde5)

12. Facility Environment CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 (12-02)

An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A Physical Environment [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed some area of the facility not in good repair. In the one year old classroom the specialist observed the platform near the window in the classroom with duct tape in the corner as well as paint chipping on the lower part of the area accessible to children in front of the window to the right side. Also, in the same classroom to the left side of the wall from the entrance half door the wall paper was peeled and missing as well as a small hole in the wall with exposed drywall low the ground accessible to children. Lastly, the step leading to the entrance of the facility from the mixed classroom of three and four year old children was also observed with duct tape. The specialist advised the staff that duct tape can not be used to repair the facility. TA was provided to ensure that the areas of the facility are repaired by the due date. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-05-15. View official inspection document (report 0bc1e7e0-bb65-4d1a-bd82-3f233938fde5)

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

A potentially harmful item, [The specialist asked the staff what the solution was, the staff replied Fabuloso and water], was not labeled as required. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B Physical Environment [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed a spray bottle containing a purple solution stored in the mixed classroom of two and three year old children near the kitchen. The specialist asked the staff what the solution was, the staff replied Fabuloso and water. The specialist asked the staff to label the spray bottle with the chemical name. The staff immediately labeled the bottle at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that spray bottles containing potentially hazardous material are labeled at all times. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-05-15. View official inspection document (report 0bc1e7e0-bb65-4d1a-bd82-3f233938fde5)

45. Background Screening Documents CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 (45-02)

Documentation of Level 2 Clearinghouse screening clearance was missing for child care personnel. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1,C Record Keeping [SR] Comments: At time of inspection, the Licensing specialist determined that the child care personnel listed on the supplemental did not have an eligible screening status prior to directly supervising children in care. The staff was observed in the four and five year old classroom. TA was provided to ensure that child care personnel have an eligible background screening status prior to direct supervision with children in care. 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 2025-03-10. View official inspection document (report 816b6852-7fd2-40d1-b707-c4d595e43006)

25. Meals and Snacks CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 (25-02)

Children were provided food that was not age appropriate and/or posed a choking hazard. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, B & C Food and Nutrition [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed a one year old child in the infant classroom in a high chair eating lunch. The child was offered tater tots, whole broccoli stems, sliced sandwich meat and bread slices. The provider advised the staff that the tater tots offered needed to be cut into smaller pieces appropriate for a one year old child. The staff immediately cut up the toddlers food into smaller size at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that children in care are offered age appropriate sized food items especially those resembling whole circular shaped. 26. Meal and Snack Menus CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3 & Section 7 Not Monitored 27. Catered Food and Food Provided by Outside Sources CCF Handbook, Section 7 & Section 3.9.3 Not Monitored 28. Bottles, Breastmilk, Formula and Infant Food CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 Not Monitored Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-02-14. View official inspection document (report c630ae19-096c-44e4-81a3-8829bfea1376)

45. Background Screening Documents CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 (45-07)

Background screening was not completed: [ after a 90-day break in service.] CCF Handbook, Section 5.2 Record Keeping [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist determined that the provider failed to resubmit child care personnel listed on the supplemental prior to starting at the facility and being out of the industry for more than 90 days. The provider last worked in the industry at a Licensed facility in June 2024. The personnel started at the facility on October 21, 2024. TA was provided to ensure that the personnel has an eligible background screening through the Clearinghouse by the due date. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-01-10. View official inspection document (report 2e0af6e5-608d-437f-a090-e66021c2d8fb)

45. Background Screening Documents CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 (45-05)

Employment history check did not include all required information including applicants, job title, description of regular duties, confirmation of employment dates, and level of job performance. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, D Record Keeping [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist determined that the child care personnel listed on the supplemental did not have a complete 5 year work history to include all employment and verification prior to the staff starting at the facility. TA was provided to ensure that the personnel has a complete 5 year work history and documentation of verification and gaps of employment by the due date. Due: 1/20/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-01-10. View official inspection document (report 2e0af6e5-608d-437f-a090-e66021c2d8fb)

42. Student Health and Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 (42-02)

The Student Health Examination or equivalent health statement was not acceptable in that: [ It was not current (over two years old)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 Record Keeping [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist determined that the child listed on the supplemental had a medical physical that was expired. The form was last dated 9/2/2022 and the form is valid for two years. TA was provided to ensure that the child has a current medical physical by the due date. Compliance Comments Specialist reviewed 2 newly enrolled children's files of the 53 children enrolled at the facility. (K.Latt - Z by last name) Specialist also reviewed the facility's brochures, Distracted driver's and Influenza for compliance for September 2024 and August 2024. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-01-10. View official inspection document (report 2e0af6e5-608d-437f-a090-e66021c2d8fb)

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 inspection, the Licensing specialist observed a gallon of 1 % low fat milk stored in the first refrigerator in the kitchen to the left that was expired as of 1/8/2025. The specialist asked the provider to discard of the milk and the provider discarded of the milk at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the provider follows the recommended expiration dates set by the manufacturer. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-01-10. View official inspection document (report 2e0af6e5-608d-437f-a090-e66021c2d8fb)

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 inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the black rubber material and metal stakes in the ground surrounding the mulch with the material unattached and the metal stakes exposed causing a tripping hazard. The provider was advised to reattach the perimeter surrounding the mulch and ensure that the metal stakes are secured into the ground. The provider asked on other material that can create a boarder surrounding the mulch and equipment. The specialist and provider discussed plastic tubing as well as 2x4 wood planks secured with screws. TA was provided to ensure that the metal stakes are secured by the due date to eliminate a potential trip hazard. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-01-10. View official inspection document (report 2e0af6e5-608d-437f-a090-e66021c2d8fb)

12. Facility Environment CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 (12-06)

A safety deficiency having a low potential for harm to the children in care was observed. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 Physical Environment [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the pillar in the multi purpose room near the front lobby that had paint chipped and needing to be repainted towards the bottom of the pilar in reach of children in care. The specialist also observed the childrens chairs in the classroom throughout the facility with rust present and paint chipping on the legs of the chairs. TA was provided to ensure that the facility is in good repair by the due date. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-01-10. View official inspection document (report 2e0af6e5-608d-437f-a090-e66021c2d8fb)

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 inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the air conditioning vents in the ceiling over the right side classroom toddler through preschool classes with dust build up on the vents as well as the light fixture above the back three and four year old classroom to the right side. TA was provided to ensure that the areas are cleaned by the due date. Due: 2/7/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-01-10. View official inspection document (report 2e0af6e5-608d-437f-a090-e66021c2d8fb)