Rising Little Stars Academy

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, there were three staff that were unable to sign updated CAAN at the time of the inspection. At this time, they have until the due date to sign an updated CAAN; at that time the facility will return to compliance for this standard. 45. Background Screening Documents CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Due: 5/15/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-15. View official inspection document (report a72f09dc-d44b-4d5c-bea9-0c898294e46c)

29. Health and Sanitation CCF Handbook, Section 3.6, 3.9, and 3.10 (29-02)

Child care personnel did not wash their hands [The specialist observed the staff changing one child's diaper; and then began to change another without changing gloves and the staff did not sanitize the changing table in between.]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.1 Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, the specialist observed that a staff member (one year old teacher) did not change gloves between changing diapers. TA was given to the provider to reiterate the sanitary need to change gloves between each child to reduce the spread of germs. This was completed at the time of the inspection. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-12-12. View official inspection document (report 0f9a6d4c-e697-4657-865e-d3a7bd06aa0a)

24. Food Preparation Area CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 (24-16)

Food was stored in an inappropriate area. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2 Food and Nutrition [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, the specialist observed that there were boxes of unopened chips and drinks being stored in the tub of the bathroom by the kitchen. Although none of the products were opened; the specialist asked the provider to remove these items and have them located somewhere in the pantry for non-perishable items. This was completed at the time of inspection. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-12-12. View official inspection document (report 0f9a6d4c-e697-4657-865e-d3a7bd06aa0a)

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 Record Keeping [SR] Comments: At the time of reviewing files, the specialist found that 2 listed staff were missing an updated CAAN form. The provider has until the due date to have these forms, by these staff updated and placed in the appropriate files. At that time the facility will return to compliance for this standard. Due: 9/19/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-08-22. View official inspection document (report 03c1efd3-6a12-44b3-9a0f-9dcbe4c00d44)

29. (29-13)

A three compartment sink (or two compartment sink plus portable compartment receptacle) used for ware washing and sanitization was not sanitized before and after each use. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.4, B.2. (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, the specialist observed the kitchen did not have a- by standards means- of sanitizing the dishes nor did they have the test strips for testing chlorine balance in the sanitizer water. The provider has until the due date to purchase these test strips and return to compliance. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-03-12. View official inspection document (report 693c5e68-5fc0-415f-886d-ea49b23e2868)

29. (29-09)

Non-disposable food equipment, tableware, and utensils utilized for food preparation and food consumption were not properly washed and sanitized on-site. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.4 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, the specialist observed dishes in the handwashing sink in the kitchen. The kitchen staff removed the items at the time of the inspection. Due: 4/4/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-03-12. View official inspection document (report 693c5e68-5fc0-415f-886d-ea49b23e2868)

23. (23-12)

Child care personnel failed to possess a current attendance record and parent contact information during a fire drill, emergency preparedness drill or an actual emergency. CCF Handbook Section 3.8.4, C and 3.8.5, A (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: At the time of the fire drill; the four year old class teachers did not have the roster with them, when taking the children outside. Another teacher brought the roster out to the teacher. This was done during the fire drill. This returns them back to compliance for this standard. FOOD AND NUTRITION 24. Food Preparation Area CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-03-12. View official inspection document (report 693c5e68-5fc0-415f-886d-ea49b23e2868)

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 the inspection, the specialist observed that the concrete at the end of the sidewalk at building 3 was broken; and has a present sharp edge. The provider has until the due date to have the end repaired or find means to cover the area from the children. At the time of the repair, then the facility will return to compliance. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-03-12. View official inspection document (report 693c5e68-5fc0-415f-886d-ea49b23e2868)

15. (15-05)

The facility failed to post the room capacity in each room. CCF Handbook, Section 3.4.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, the specialist observed a missing capacity in the VPK classroom; this was replaced at the time of the inspection, returning the facility back to compliance. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-03-12. View official inspection document (report 693c5e68-5fc0-415f-886d-ea49b23e2868)

13. (13-02)

The facilitys storage of harmful items including cleaning supplies, flammable products, and poisonous, toxic and hazardous materials allowed access by 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 specialist observed that there were hand sanitizers in reach of the children all over the facility. They were at a position where the children could obtain the bottle and possibly ingest the sanitizer. The provider went throughout the facility and removed the bottles of hand sanitizer at the time of the inspection; returning the facility back into compliance for this standard. 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) Noncompliance Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-03-12. View official inspection document (report 693c5e68-5fc0-415f-886d-ea49b23e2868)

12. (12-01)

Areas of the facility were found to be in need of cleaning. 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 air conditioning vent in the two year old bathroom was dirty. The provider cleaned the air conditioning vent therefore it was completed at the time of the inspection. 13. Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons CCF Handbook, Section 3.2 CCF Handbook, Section 3.2 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 14. Lighting, Temperature, and Ventilation CCF Handbook, Section 3.3 CCF Handbook, Section 3.3 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 15. Licensed Capacity CCF Handbook , Section 3.4 CCF Handbook , Section 3.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 16. Indoor Floor Space CCF Handbook, Section 3.4 CCF Handbook, Section 3.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored Compliance Comments At the time of the inspection, the provider fixed the air conditioning fence and replaced the fence panel in the children's playground. Therefore, the standard was put back into compliance. 17. Outdoor Play Area/Fencing CCF Handbook, Section 3.5 CCF Handbook, Section 3.5 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Compliance Comments At the time of the inspection, cots were removed from the bathroom and stored in the one-year-old classroom. Also, toys were removed from the bathroom and stored in the 3-5 year old classroom. Therefore, the standard was put back into compliance. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-09-11. View official inspection document (report d2629569-2065-40fd-ab8a-490359e66af7)