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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 the inspection, the infant was sleeping in the crib and had a blanket and two toys in the crib. TA was provided that toys and blankets are not allowed due to strangulation risk. The provider removed the items during the inspection. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-02. View official inspection document (report 7548fe75-8672-4364-aaca-5f1e362e2405)

14. (14-02)

All reading, painting and other close work areas did not have lighting equivalent to 50 foot candles on the work surface. CCF Handbook, Section 3.3.1, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, the lighting in the 4- & 5-year-old classroom measured 28.8 and 31.9 above the 2 tables and the lighting is required to be 50 ft candles. TA was provided to add more lighting above the tables or move the tables below the existing light fixtures by the due date. The lighting was measured by the licensing specialist during the inspection, and all other classrooms measured the required 20ft to 50 ft candlelight. 15. Licensed Capacity CCF Handbook , Section 3.4 CCF Handbook , Section 3.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Due: 5/2/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-02. View official inspection document (report 7548fe75-8672-4364-aaca-5f1e362e2405)

12. (12-06)

A safety deficiency having a low potential for harm to the children in care was observed. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, the back classroom that leads to the playground had cords that were no secured to the wall. TA was provided that all cords must be secured to the walls due to strangulation risks. The cords must be secured 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) Compliance 14. Lighting, Temperature, and Ventilation CCF Handbook, Section 3.3 CCF Handbook, Section 3.3 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Noncompliance Due: 5/2/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-02. View official inspection document (report 7548fe75-8672-4364-aaca-5f1e362e2405)

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 the inspection, the licensing specialist observed several areas throughout the facility with peeling paint. The walls entering the bathroom area on both sides, the blue bathroom, the green classroom and the walls and baseboards in the 4- & 5-year-old classroom have peeling paint. There is also a cabinet in the 4- & 5-year-old classroom that has a hole on the backboard accessible to children and two chairs that have foam exposed. TA was provided to sand and paint the areas and to repair the hole and remove the chairs by the due date. Due: 5/2/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-02. View official inspection document (report 7548fe75-8672-4364-aaca-5f1e362e2405)

07. (07-06)

The vehicle alarm installed was not in working condition. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, the van alarm did not sound in the first minute. TA was provided to have the vehicle alarm repair by the due date. a. The alarm system must be armed or activated automatically when the vehicles ignition is turned on. b. The alarm system must be designed and installed so that the vehicle horn, siren or other type of audio alarm will sound if the driver/staff member does not walk to the rear or, in the case of a passenger van, the side entry point of the vehicle, to manually shut off or deactivate the alarm. c. The time delay from the time the ignition is turned off after activation of the alarm system until the alarm sounds shall be no longer than one minute. d. The alarm must be audible from the distance of 500 feet from the vehicle. e. The alarm system must be installed so that the driver must walk to the back of the vehicle to reach the deactivation mechanism. Deactivation mechanisms installed in locations that do not require the driver to walk to the back of the vehicle and view all seating areas will not be acceptable. Licensing Specialist reviewed a vehicle inspection which is current through 8/25/26. Licensing Specialist reviewed the vehicle insurance which is valid through 10/30/26. Compliance Comments Licensing Specialist conducted a visual and physical inspection of the vehicle(s) used to transport children. The seat belts/child restraints were age appropriate and could be safely operated. 08. Seat Belts/Child Restraints CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 and CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.5 CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 and CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.5 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Due: 5/2/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-02. View official inspection document (report 7548fe75-8672-4364-aaca-5f1e362e2405)

45. (45-02)

Documentation of Level 2 Clearinghouse screening clearance was missing for child care personnel. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1,C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, the staff listed in the supplemental had a screening, but it was only eligible for General not childcare. TA was provided to do a re-submit by the due date. Due: 12/12/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-12-02. View official inspection document (report 7aba8f64-9744-4417-9674-51f3dbb4498d)

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 the inspection, the licensing specialist found milk in the refrigerator in the kitchen dated 11/27/25 and 2 containers of milk in the 2-year-old classroom dated 12/1/25. The staff discarded the milk during the inspection. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-12-02. View official inspection document (report 7aba8f64-9744-4417-9674-51f3dbb4498d)

23. (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 (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, the provider has not had an annual fire inspection conducted. The previous year was conducted on 6/6/24 and expired 6/6/25 and the facility is open year-round. TA was provided that the fire inspection is due annually. Fire drills had been conducted monthly, and a fire drill was conducted with the licensing specialist during the inspection with the fire approved system. FOOD AND NUTRITION 24. Food Preparation Area CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Due: 8/4/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-07-25. View official inspection document (report ee1eb346-a863-497c-a44c-b144e6f82ca0)

12. (12-06)

A safety deficiency having a low potential for harm to the children in care was observed. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, there are several cords dangling in the 2- & 3-year-old classroom and the 4 - & 5-year-old classroom within reach of children. The cords are for the televisions, and the fans that are mounted to the wall. TA was provided that all cords must be secured to the wall to prevent a strangulation hazard. The cord in the 2 - & 3-year-old classroom was raised higher and secured during the inspection. These items must be fixed 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) Compliance 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 Due: 8/24/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-07-25. View official inspection document (report ee1eb346-a863-497c-a44c-b144e6f82ca0)

46. Daily Attendance CCF Handbook, Section 7.5 CCF Handbook, Section 7.5 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (46-07)

The attendance roster did not accompany the group of children in that [12 children were present and not signed in and there were 12 children in the classroom and 15 signed in.].CCF Handbook, Section 7.5, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed 12 children were present and not signed in the 2- & 3-year-old classroom and in the 3- & 4-year-old classroom there were 12 children in the classroom and 15 signed in. Both staff corrected the classroom attendance during the inspection. ENFORCEMENT Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-03-31. View official inspection document (report 9b95d224-28c0-4c2f-80d9-115a188c466c)

03. Ratio Sufficient CCF Handbook, Section 2.3 CCF Handbook, Section 2.3 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (03-01)

A ratio of [2] child care personnel for [5] children is required. A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [5] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed 1/infant and 4/1-year-olds to one staff in the classroom. The second staff entered the room after the director was informed, making it completed at the time of the inspection. The staff names are listed in the supplemental. 1/infant, 4/1/1. When Licensing specialist arrived. Then 2nd staff came back into classroom. Then 1/infant, 4/1/2. 16/VPK/1. 12/3&4/1. 11/2/1. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-03-31. View official inspection document (report 9b95d224-28c0-4c2f-80d9-115a188c466c)

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 the inspection, the licensing specialist observed in one restroom there was water damage behind the toilet on the left and the baseboard behind the toilet is water damage. Also, there is peeling paint on the wall next to the toilet. In the second restroom there is a large area of peeling paint and several broken vinyl tiles. TA was provided to repair, sand and paint all areas and to replace the floor tiles. These items must be completed 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) Compliance 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 2025-03-31. View official inspection document (report 9b95d224-28c0-4c2f-80d9-115a188c466c)

24. (24-24)

Frozen food was not [ labeled by date and type]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, F.2 and 3. (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, the pancakes in the freezer were taken out of their original container and not labeled and dated. TA was provided that the provider will need to make sure to label and date all food. The director listed in the supplemental labeled the pancakes during the inspection. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-03-31. View official inspection document (report 9b95d224-28c0-4c2f-80d9-115a188c466c)

33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 CCF Handbook, Section 4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Comments: At the time of the inspection, the staff listed in the supplemental started in the industry on 11/1/21 and should have completed the 5-hour literacy by 11/1/22. TA was provided the staff will need to complete the training by the due date. Due: 4/30/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-03-31. View official inspection document (report 9b95d224-28c0-4c2f-80d9-115a188c466c)

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: The staff listed in the supplemental started back at this facility on 12/11/24 and did not complete the required additional health and safety SR training in her first 90 days. TA was provided the staff will need to complete the training by the due date. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-03-31. View official inspection document (report 9b95d224-28c0-4c2f-80d9-115a188c466c)

30. Diapering CCF Handbook, Section 3.10 CCF Handbook, Section 3.10 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (30-06)

Diaper changing occurred on a surface that was not impermeable. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, E (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed two tears in the diaper changing pad. TA was provided that the surface must be impermeable and the provider will need to replace the changing pad. Compliance Comments At the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed the indoor equipment was in good repair. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-11-25. View official inspection document (report e675d6cb-ba89-4104-9ba6-b872756950a7)

13. (13-03)

Harmful items including cleaning supplies, flammable products, poisonous, toxic, and hazardous materials were accessible to children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, the office had bleach and hand sanitizer accessible to children and the storage closet off the infant room was not locked and has bleach accessible to children. TA was provided to put a lock on the doors or move the chemicals out of the reach of children. The owner that is listed in the supplemental moved the chemicals out of the reach of children during the inspection. 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 2024-11-25. View official inspection document (report e675d6cb-ba89-4104-9ba6-b872756950a7)

18. Bedding and Linens CCF Handbook, Section 3.6 CCF Handbook, Section 3.6 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (18-10)

Linens were not provided for sleeping children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1, F (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, the cribs did not have fitted sheets for the 2 infants present. TA was provided that the cribs must have linens, and they must fit tightly. 19. Nap/Sleep Space Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.2 CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.2 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-11-25. View official inspection document (report e675d6cb-ba89-4104-9ba6-b872756950a7)

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 the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed a baby mobile above the crib with an infant in the crib. TA was provided that mobiles are not allowed due to strangulation risk. The staff removed the mobile during the inspection. 21. Restrooms and Bath Facilities CCF Handbook, Section 3.7 CCF Handbook, Section 3.7 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Compliance Comments At the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed an operable phone. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-11-25. View official inspection document (report e675d6cb-ba89-4104-9ba6-b872756950a7)

24. (24-02)

Preparation of food occurred in an area that is not a designated food preparation area. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed bottled water and infant formula in the infant room. The staff listed in the supplemental stated she has been mixing bottles in the classroom. TA was provided that unless the provider adds another sink with hot water measuring at least 100 degrees, the bottles will need to be prepped in the kitchen or prepared at home by the parents. Bottle prep is considered meal prep. The provider moved the water and formula to the kitchen during the inspection. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-11-25. View official inspection document (report e675d6cb-ba89-4104-9ba6-b872756950a7)

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 the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed bottles in the infant room that were not labeled. TA was provided that all bottles and sippy cups are required to have the child's first and last name. The staff listed in the supplemental put the first and last names on the bottles during the inspection. 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 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-11-25. View official inspection document (report e675d6cb-ba89-4104-9ba6-b872756950a7)

33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 CCF Handbook, Section 4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Comments: The staff listed in the supplemental started in the industry on 4/24/23 and she started her DCF 40-hour training on 8/7/23, the staff should have completed the training by 7/24/24. The staff was child care personnel and working with children until 11/11/24 per her 5131-form attached. The provider moved her to the kitchen as other personnel. TA was provided the staff will need to complete the DCF 40 hours before she can be moved back to child care personnel. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-11-25. View official inspection document (report e675d6cb-ba89-4104-9ba6-b872756950a7)

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 observed that the staff listed in the supplemental had an expired Abuse and Neglect form. TA was provided that these forms are due annually. At the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist reviewed 12 staff files and updated them in CARES. 45. Background Screening Documents CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-11-25. View official inspection document (report e675d6cb-ba89-4104-9ba6-b872756950a7)