Little Footsteps Academy

31. Indoor Equipment CCF Handbook, Section 3.11 (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 Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments: At the time of reinspection, Licensing Specialist observed toy cart in the bathroom. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that toys are not stored in the restroom that are used for childrens use. Also, toys, equipment, and furnishings must be safe and maintained in a sanitary condition following a routine schedule of cleaning, sanitizing and disinfecting. These items must be cleaned and sanitized or disinfected immediately or prior to another childs use if exposed to bodily fluids, such as saliva. This standard was brought back into compliance when the cart was removed from the bathroom. • 32. Outdoor Equipment CCF Handbook, Section 3.12 Not Monitored TRAINING Compliance Comments At the time of reinspection, Licensing Specialist determined that Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental complete a department approved five-hour early literacy and language development course on 3/17/26. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-24. View official inspection document (report c7dbdaf4-abd3-4f77-8d13-a8e88a18837b)

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 listed on the supplemental did not complete a department approved five-hour early literacy and language development course 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. Due: 4/16/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-17. View official inspection document (report 76be48d7-1045-4497-9ca8-0994075d8a7f)

31. Indoor Equipment CCF Handbook, Section 3.11 (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 Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed toy cart and globe in the bathroom. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that toys are not stored in the restroom that are used for childrens use. Also, toys, equipment, and furnishings must be safe and maintained in a sanitary condition following a routine schedule of cleaning, sanitizing and disinfecting. These items must be cleaned and sanitized or disinfected immediately or prior to another childs use if exposed to bodily fluids, such as saliva. Compliance Comments Provider has two new blue shades that was placed on the playground over the equipment. • Due: 4/16/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-17. View official inspection document (report 76be48d7-1045-4497-9ca8-0994075d8a7f)

28. Bottles, Breastmilk, Formula and Infant Food CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 (28-04)

Formula and/or food brought from home was not labeled with the childs first and last name. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.6, B Food and Nutrition [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed breastmilk in the mini refrigerator/freezer in the infant classroom were not labeled with childs first and last name. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all breast milk, food, and formula are labeled with childs first and last name. This standard was brought back into compliance when Provider labeled the breastmilk. • SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT Compliance Comments At the time of inspection, the facility had test stripes for the sanitizer sink but the test stripes were outdated and expired in January 2026. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that test stripes are up to date. • Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-17. View official inspection document (report 76be48d7-1045-4497-9ca8-0994075d8a7f)

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, Licensing Specialist observed the fence surrounding the garden with algae. Children were observed putting their hands on the algae on the fence. Technical assistance was provided to ensure the outdoor play area must be clean and free from litter, nails, glass and other hazards. Compliance Comments At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the facility using cloth bags for the bedding. Two of the cloth bags were touching. Provider was advised that although the beddings are inside the bags, the bags are made of fabric material and will allow germs and other items like lice to spread. 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. • Due: 4/16/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-17. View official inspection document (report 76be48d7-1045-4497-9ca8-0994075d8a7f)

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 Physical Environment [SR] 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 Provider removed the torn/ripped nap mats. • Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-11-12. View official inspection document (report 574b42cc-84b5-4bfb-a012-f70102038793)

40. Medication CCF Handbook, Section 6.5 (40-01)

A prescription or non-prescription medication, specifically [nebulizer treatment], was dispensed without written authorization from the custodial parent or legal guardian. CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, A and K Health Requirements [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed medication (nebulizer) for the Child listed on the supplemental who did not have a parent authorization form on file. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that medication authorization must be on file. Due: 12/12/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-11-12. View official inspection document (report 574b42cc-84b5-4bfb-a012-f70102038793)

40. Medication CCF Handbook, Section 6.5 (40-04)

A medication, [nebulizer treatment], brought to the center for administration, was not in its original container. CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, C Health Requirements [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the for a child in care not inside its original container with medication name, contact information of the physician and/or pharmacy, childs name, name of medication, and medication direction. Technical assistance was provided that Prescription and non-prescription medication brought to the child care facility by the custodial parent or legal guardian must be in the original container. Prescription medication must have a label stating the name and contact information of the physician and/or pharmacy, childs name, name of the medication, and medication directions. All prescription and non-prescription medication must be dispensed according to written directions on the prescription label or printed manufacturers label and maintained at the appropriate temperature. Due: 12/12/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-11-12. View official inspection document (report 574b42cc-84b5-4bfb-a012-f70102038793)

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 Health Requirements [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed expired medication in the medicine cabinet for the children in care. There was inhaler expired 12/31/24, Zyrtec expired May 2025, and Mortin infant drops expired August 2025. Technical assistance was provided that medication that has expired or that is no longer being dispensed must be returned to the custodial parent or legal guardian or discarded. RECORD KEEPING Due: 12/12/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-11-12. View official inspection document (report 574b42cc-84b5-4bfb-a012-f70102038793)

Inspection recorded one or more areas of non-compliance

FL DCF CARES inspection on 2025-08-13 recorded non-compliance. Itemized detail is in the inspection report. View official inspection document (report 3adf7e07-e422-4d98-b618-460bf1d1f4bc)

12. Facility Environment CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 (12-03)

A health 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 in the main hallway of classes two mop bucket filled with water and chemical being stored in the hallway unsupervised. At that time parents were picking children up and the specialist observed the three year old children coming back into their classroom from the playground; the first mop bucket was stored directly in front of their classroom door. The other mop bucket was stored outside of the classroom with school aged children across from a two year old classroom. The provider explained that around 3pm they close some classrooms and the teacher clean the classrooms to include mopping the floors. The specialist asked the provider how long the mop bucket was stored unattended. The provider responded near the hour or within 15 mins after the hour. The specialist suggested that mop buckets are prepared at time of use and discarded immediately after use to avoid a potential health hazard. The specialist reiterated that there should be no standing water left unattended or stored with no supervision. The specialist asked the provider to have the mop buckets removed from the hallway and staff removed them at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that children have no access to low potential hazards while in care. 13. Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons CCF Handbook, Section 3.2 Not Monitored 14. Lighting, Temperature, and Ventilation CCF Handbook, Section 3.3 Not Monitored 15. Licensed Capacity CCF Handbook , Section 3.4 Not Monitored 16. Indoor Floor Space CCF Handbook, Section 3.4 Not Monitored 17. Outdoor Play Area/Fencing CCF Handbook, Section 3.5 Not Monitored 18. Bedding and Linens CCF Handbook, Section 3.6 Not Monitored 19. Nap/Sleep Space Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.2 Not Monitored 20. Crib Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 3.6 Not Monitored 21. Restrooms and Bath Facilities CCF Handbook, Section 3.7 Not Monitored 22. Operable Phone CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.1 Not Monitored 23. Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness CCF Handbook, Section 3.8 Not Monitored FOOD AND NUTRITION 24. Food Preparation Area CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 Not Monitored 25. Meals and Snacks CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 Not Monitored 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 2025-05-29. View official inspection document (report 814f8303-c38f-4511-9fb2-acabc674837b)

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 some four year old as well as aged children in the middle classroom typically used for the second VPK classroom watching Bluey. The specialist advised the staff that the cartoon was not educational and asked if a different program can be turned on in replace of Bluey. The counselor suggested Blippi or the magic school bus. The staff immediately turned on the magic school bus for the children at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that children in care are offered media that is used for educational purposes. 10. Field Trip Permission CCF Handbook, Section 2.7 Not Monitored 11. Child Discipline CCF Handbook, Section 2.8 Not Monitored PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT Compliance Comments At time of reinspection, the Licensing specialist observed the areas of the facility in good repair. The floor tiles in the first VPK classroom near infants as well as the three year old classroom across from that classroom were repaired. A material was added to the chipped ceiling tile in the restroom in VPK and the floor tiles near the three year old classroom were filled with a solution filler that filled the gap of the missing piece. The wall in the one year old classroom near the office near the light switch was repainted as well. This brings the provider back into compliance for this standard. At time of reinspection, the Licensing specialist observed the areas of the facility in good repair. The floor tiles in the first VPK classroom near infants as well as the three year old classroom across from that classroom were repaired. A material was added to the chipped ceiling tile in the restroom in VPK and the floor tiles near the three year old classroom were filled with a solution filler that filled the gap of the missing piece. The wall in the one year old classroom near the office near the light switch was repainted as well. This brings the provider back into compliance for this standard. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-05-29. View official inspection document (report 9731b0d6-b549-4589-bbc2-f8c392f332bc)

31. Indoor Equipment CCF Handbook, Section 3.11 (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 Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed plush and plastic toys in the first one year old classroom near the office as well as the older one year old classroom with toys that were heavily stained with stains and dirt/ debris build up on toys. In the older one year old classroom the specialist observed green and white plush soccer ball and stuffed brown dog. In the younger one year old classroom the specialist observed a black and white also plush soccer ball and the plastic walking push toys were observed with dirt/ debris build up. Also, in the infant classroom a boppy pillowcase was observed with milk stains and food stains on the cover. At the time of inspection, the specialist advised that these items and toys be removed from the classroom and cleaned. TA was provided to ensure that the toys and other items are cleaned and sanitized by the due date. Compliance Comments TS was provided to ensure that stationary equipment is spaced 6 feet from perimeter of other equipment for safety. Also, the infants/toddler swing set bar is rusted and chipping. TS was provided to repair the bar for the swings. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-04-24. View official inspection document (report d35fc6c3-8961-4c32-9eea-fc2d631757ce)

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

The facility's menu was not [ did not have substitutions noted]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, H Food and Nutrition [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the food preparation personnel serving breakfast to children in care. The specialist observed the plates with waffles, peaches sliced and milk. Later the specialist observed in the young two year old classroom the personnel delivered breakfast to the classroom which consisted of pancakes and diced pears and milk. The personnel advised that she ran out of certain food items as its towards the end of the week. The staff advised that she did add the substitution peaches to the menu posted in the lobby area, but the staff did not add pancakes as a substitution. Later in the inspection, the personnel fully noted all of the substitutions on the menu at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the provider adds substitutions for food items that are changed to the current weekly menu posted. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-04-24. View official inspection document (report d35fc6c3-8961-4c32-9eea-fc2d631757ce)

17. Outdoor Play Area/Fencing CCF Handbook, Section 3.5 (17-03)

The facility did not provide shade on the playground. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, C Physical Environment [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed both playgrounds for younger and older children with no shade. The provider advised that they removed the shade near the time of the last rain storm and are brainstorming a more durable material and post to use for shade. The specialist suggested that a temporary form of shade is added to the playgrounds as soon as possible as a requirement adequate shade must be present on the playgrounds. The provider advised that they will add temporary shade soon such as: a tent until a permanent form of shade is solidified. TA was provided to ensure that shade is added to both childrens playgrounds by the due date. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-04-24. View official inspection document (report d35fc6c3-8961-4c32-9eea-fc2d631757ce)

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

A potentially harmful item, [the provider what the solution was and the staff replied, a disinfectant], was not labeled as required. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B Physical Environment [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the a spray bottle storing a clear solution on near the sink in the second VPK half day program classroom. The specialist asked the provider what the solution was and the staff replied, a disinfectant. The specialist asked the provider to label the bottle with the chemical name. The provider had the bottle labeled at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that toxic and hazardous material stored in spray bottles are labeled at all times. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-04-24. View official inspection document (report d35fc6c3-8961-4c32-9eea-fc2d631757ce)

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 a few floor tiles chipped and missing pieces in the restroom of the first VPK classroom near infants as well as the three year old classroom across from the first VPK classroom near the sink with cabinets and drawers. Also, the specialist observed some paint chipping on the walls in the one year old classroom near the office in reach of children on the wall near the light switch. The provider is encouraged to paint the areas of the wall that paint is chipped as soon as the facility is made aware. TA was provided to ensure that the facility is in good repair by the due date. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-04-24. View official inspection document (report d35fc6c3-8961-4c32-9eea-fc2d631757ce)

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: [the provider stated that they have been preparing infant formula and breastmilk bottles in the infant classroom. The provider then expressed that the provider and owner were unclear and had additional questions on the standard.]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.1, A.7. Food and Nutrition [SR] Comments: At the of inspection, the provider stated that they have been preparing infant formula and breastmilk bottles in the infant classroom. The provider then expressed that the provider and owner were unclear and had additional questions on the standard. The provider and specialist discussed the non compliance and the specialist offered suggestions on how to remain in compliance for the standard as well as answered all of the questions the provider had at time of inspection. The provider and owner discussed the options for compliance and stated that for the remainder of the day as well as going forward infants bottles will be prepared in the food preparation area of the facility. The assistant director prepared a bottle for an infant in care at time of inspection and explained the preparation steps to the specialist which aligned with the provider preparing bottles in the food preparation area at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the provider continues with the corrective action plan set at time of inspection on today's date to remain in compliance for this standard. 25. Meals and Snacks CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 Not Monitored 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 SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT 29. Health and Sanitation CCF Handbook, Section 3.6, 3.9, and 3.10 Not Monitored 30. Diapering CCF Handbook, Section 3.10 Not Monitored 31. Indoor Equipment CCF Handbook, Section 3.11 Not Monitored 32. Outdoor Equipment CCF Handbook, Section 3.12 Not Monitored 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 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-01-07. View official inspection document (report 6caaa954-9dc5-449e-8d90-3e593b804b0b)

33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 (33-03)

The facility did not have documentation to show child care personnel had begun the introductory training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.1 Comments: At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist determined that the child care personnel listed on the supplemental did not start a DCF training course from part 1 or part 2 of introductory courses within 90 days of working in the industry. The staff did start a DCF course but late on 10/16/2024. The staff started at the facility and industry on 6/28/2024. TA was provided to ensure that child care personnel start a training course within 90 days of working in the industry. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-12-05. View official inspection document (report 36d0d5c4-aa67-4c70-b025-2abe94fc73b0)

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: [the Licensing specialist observed the infant classroom with formula in the classroom and staff stated that they prepare bottles in the classroom but no additional sink was present for food preparation]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.1, A.7. Food and Nutrition [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the infant classroom with formula in the classroom and staff stated that they prepare bottles in the classroom but no additional sink was present for food preparation. The specialist advised the provider that when bottles are prepared in the classroom a designated sink is required that must have hot water that reaches a minimum of 100 degrees. TA was provided to ensure that a sink or portable sink is added to the classroom that meet requirement by the due date. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-12-05. View official inspection document (report 36d0d5c4-aa67-4c70-b025-2abe94fc73b0)

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 paint peeling on the corner of the wall and also drywall exposed across from the restroom in the two year old classroom. Also, paint peeling was observed in the restroom inside the three year old classroom, called giraffes. Both areas needing to be repainted were observed low to the wall accessible to children in care. TA was provided to ensure that the areas in the facility are repainted and in good repair by the due date. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-12-05. View official inspection document (report 36d0d5c4-aa67-4c70-b025-2abe94fc73b0)

01. (01-03)

The facility failed to include their license number when advertising. s.402.318, F.S. Comments: At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed an advertising sign in the parking lot facing the street Old Road 37 that did not include the facilitys license number on the sign. TA was provided to ensure that all advertising for the facility includes the facilitys license number. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-12-05. View official inspection document (report 36d0d5c4-aa67-4c70-b025-2abe94fc73b0)