Bartow Educational Center, Inc.

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 [attendance roster for the children was not current and did not represent the number of children inside the classroom].CCF Handbook, Section 7.5, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed a classroom (1-year-old) without a current roster, there were 5 children on roster and 6 children present. The attendance roster for the children was not current and did not represent the number of children inside the classroom. The children were moved into on classroom as the numbers when down but was not accounted for. Technical assistance was provided that each classroom must have an attendance sheet/class roster for the group of children occupying that space. Attendance sheet/class roster must accompany the child care personnel and the group of children throughout the day should they leave the classroom. ENFORCEMENT Due: 6/13/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-05-14. View official inspection document (report 7158c9f2-b785-437a-ac2a-c20e3e1a247c)

31. Indoor Equipment CCF Handbook, Section 3.11 CCF Handbook, Section 3.11 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed high chair stored in the bathroom inside the 3-year-old classroom. 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. 32. Outdoor Equipment CCF Handbook, Section 3.12 CCF Handbook, Section 3.12 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance TRAINING Due: 6/13/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-05-14. View official inspection document (report 7158c9f2-b785-437a-ac2a-c20e3e1a247c)

23. (23-06)

During the facilitys licensure year, fire drills utilizing the approved alarm system were not conducted monthly at various dates and times when children were in care [April 2026]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.4, A (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the facility failed to complete fire drill for April 2026. Technical assistance was provided that during the facilitys license year, fire drills utilizing the alarm system, approved by the local fire authority, must be conducted monthly at various dates and times when children are in care. Fire drills were conducted on 7/20/25, 8/29/25, 9/29/25, 10/28/25, 11/25/25, 12/22/25, 1/22/26, 2/20/26, and 3/19/26. A fire drill was conducted today in the presence of the licensing authority using the approved fire alarm system which made an audible sound. Fire extinguisher serviced June 2025. Fire inspection conducted on 6/10/25. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that Emergency Preparedness drills (lock down and inclement weather) are conducted before license expires. FOOD AND NUTRITION Compliance Comments The program does not provide meals and snacks; parents/legal guardians provide nutritional food for children that is guide lined with the USDA recommendations. 24. Food Preparation Area CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Compliance Comments The program does not provide meals and snacks; parents/legal guardians provide nutritional food for children that is guide lined with the USDA recommendations. Due: 6/13/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-05-14. View official inspection document (report 7158c9f2-b785-437a-ac2a-c20e3e1a247c)

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 inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the metal play equipment on the playground showing signs of rust and peeling paint. Also, the wood planks attached to the black metal helicopter and black car rotting away. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that the playground equipment is in good repair. Due: 6/13/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-05-14. View official inspection document (report 7158c9f2-b785-437a-ac2a-c20e3e1a247c)

14. (14-01)

All rooms did not have sufficient lighting equivalent to 20 foot candles at three feet from the floor. CCF Handbook, Section 3.3.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, the lighting throughout the facility was checked: Room 1 (capacity 6) measured between 12.22 to 28.4 candle foot. • Room 2 (capacity 14) measured between 22.3 to 84.6 candle foot. • Room 3 (capacity 18) measured between 28.7 to 75.4 candle foot. • Room 4 (capacity 6) measured between 25.1 to 30.6 candle foot. • Room 5 (capacity 12) measured between 41.6 to 78.9 candle foot. • Classrooms with capacity of 6 did not have appropriate candle foot. Technical assistance was provided that all areas of the facility must have lighting that provides adequate illumination and comfort for facility activities, a minimum of 20 foot-candles of lighting is required. Lighting must be sufficient to allow for adequate supervision and safe entering and exiting of the room. Compliance Comments At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed a paper posted in each classroom with capacity of the classroom by colors. Licensing Specialist had to inquire from the Child Care Personnel to decipher the code to understand that the Color the chair corresponded to the classroom which in turn tell the capacity of the classroom. Technical assistance was provided to post capacity for each classroom in a more simplicity manner for everyone to understand. 15. Licensed Capacity CCF Handbook , Section 3.4 CCF Handbook , Section 3.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Due: 6/13/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-05-14. View official inspection document (report 7158c9f2-b785-437a-ac2a-c20e3e1a247c)

09. Planned Activities CCF Handbook, Section 2.6 CCF Handbook, Section 2.6 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (09-06)

The facility used electronic media time with children younger than 2 years of age. CCF Handbook, Section 2.6, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed a 1-year-old classroom watching Ms. Rachel on the tablet propped up for the children to watch. Technical assistance was provided that electronic media for children under two years of age isnt permissible. Electronic media may only be used for educational purposes or physical activity for children two years of age and older for no more than 1 to 2 hours per day. This standard was brought back into compliance when the tablet was laid down, and only the audio was heard by the children in care. • Not Applicable Comments At the time of inspection, Provider stated the facility has not conduct field trips since last inspection; therefore, this standard is not applicable at this time. 10. Field Trip Permission CCF Handbook, Section 2.7 CCF Handbook, Section 2.7 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Applicable Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-05-14. View official inspection document (report 7158c9f2-b785-437a-ac2a-c20e3e1a247c)

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 stuff animals, toy blocks, puzzle pieces, and other miscellaneous toys stored in the bathroom near the kitchen. 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 Due: 2/26/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-01-27. View official inspection document (report 8fbb3746-af86-4beb-b634-774d7cb938bf)

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, Licensing Specialist observed the time in the 1-year-old 2-year-old classroom (capacity of 12) cracked/broken. Also, the area rugs inside the same classroom are fraying and worn. Technical assistance was provided to repair or replace the cabinet and to ensure that facility is in good repair. Due: 2/26/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-01-27. View official inspection document (report 8fbb3746-af86-4beb-b634-774d7cb938bf)

13. Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons CCF Handbook, Section 3.2 (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 Physical Environment [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, Licensing inspection observed a large amount of plastic bags under the sink inside the 3-year-old classroom (capacity of 14) accessible to the children in care. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all potentially harmful items, including cleaning supplies, flammable products, poisonous, toxic, and hazardous materials, must be stored in a locked area or must always be inaccessible and out of a childs reach. Due: 2/26/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-01-27. View official inspection document (report 8fbb3746-af86-4beb-b634-774d7cb938bf)

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 metal play equipment on the playground showing signs of rust and peeling paint. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that the playground equipment is in good repair. Due: 2/26/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-01-27. View official inspection document (report 8fbb3746-af86-4beb-b634-774d7cb938bf)

20. Crib Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 3.6 (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 Physical Environment [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed an infant asleep inside a playpen with a blanket and stuffed animal. This poses a potential suffocation risk for the child. Technical assistance was provided that all personnel that care for infants must follow safe sleep practices and infant napping shall not have items that could pose a strangulation risk. This standard was brought back in compliance when the blanket and stuffed animal was removed. • Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-01-27. View official inspection document (report 8fbb3746-af86-4beb-b634-774d7cb938bf)

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 [only one food group was provided for snack]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, B Food and Nutrition [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the facilitys snack menu to only obtain one food group item. The AM and PM snack menu rotates weekly and only provides for one food group item. Technical assistance was provided to ensure nutritious meals and snacks of a quantity and quality to help meet the daily nutritional needs of the children. Provider was encouraged to review Child Care Food Program Meal Pattern for Children. Compliance Comments The facility only provides AM snack and PM snack for the children in care. Parents/legal guardians provide nutritional food (breakfast and lunch) for children that is guide lined with the USDA recommendations. • Due: 2/26/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-01-27. View official inspection document (report 8fbb3746-af86-4beb-b634-774d7cb938bf)

28. Bottles, Breastmilk, Formula and Infant Food CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 (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 Food and Nutrition [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the cups in the 3-year-old classroom (capacity of 14) and infant classroom (capacity 5) were not labelled with first and last names. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all cups are labeled. SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT Due: 2/26/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-01-27. View official inspection document (report 8fbb3746-af86-4beb-b634-774d7cb938bf)

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: 2/26/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-01-27. View official inspection document (report 8fbb3746-af86-4beb-b634-774d7cb938bf)

33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 (33-09)

The facility did not have documented proof that all child care personnel were trained and knowledgeable within 30 days of date of hire in [ safe sleep practices and shaken baby syndrome]. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.3 and 4.2.5 Training [SR] Comments: At time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental did not complete safe sleep training within 30 days of employment. Technical assistance was provide that all child care personnel who work in a facility that offers care to infants must have training regarding guidance on safe sleep practices, preventing shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma; recognition of signs and symptoms of shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma; strategies for coping with crying, fussing, or distraught child and the development and vulnerabilities of the brain in infancy in early childhood within 30 days of hire at the facility. Due: 2/26/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-01-27. View official inspection document (report 8fbb3746-af86-4beb-b634-774d7cb938bf)

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, Licensing Specialist determined that the child listed on the supplement had expired Student Health Examination on file. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all children have current Student Health Examination on file. Compliance Comments Provided advised that 48 children are enrolled, Licensing Specialist reviewed 22 childrens files (M Z). • Due: 2/26/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-01-27. View official inspection document (report 8fbb3746-af86-4beb-b634-774d7cb938bf)

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 inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental did not have a current CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form signed on file. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that the Child Care Personnel must sign CF FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements annually. Licensing Specialist reviewed all Child Care Personnel/Other Personnel files, totaling 16. • Compliance Comments Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all Child Care Personnel signed updated Attestation of Good Moral Character (July 2024). • Due: 2/26/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-01-27. View official inspection document (report 8fbb3746-af86-4beb-b634-774d7cb938bf)

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 inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the back two year old classroom with the right side wall with a medium sized area missing paint. Also, in the infant classroom on the right side back corner of the wall above a crib the specialist observed small holes in the wall where something had been removed from the wall. The provider immediately repaired the areas of the facility at time of inspection. The provider advised that she had someone coming in to paint the wall in the back classroom and also patch the holes on the walls. At time of inspection, the provider decided to place a mirror in the classroom for the children on that wall and also patched the holes in the wall in the infant classroom. TA was provided to ensure that the facility is in good repair. 13. Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons CCF Handbook, Section 3.2 CCF Handbook, Section 3.2 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Noncompliance Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-06-19. View official inspection document (report 86be0a56-9081-4ecb-aa0c-d5e9c848898d)

45. (45-07)

Background screening was not completed: [ after a 90-day break in service.] CCF Handbook, Section 5.2 (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 resubmit child care personnel listed on the supplemental after more than a 90 day break in service and leaving the industry. The staff started at the facility on 5/14/2025 but provider used an existing background screening results on file through the Clearinghouse. The staff started in the industry in 2021 but left in 4/2024 and did not return to the industry until 12/23/2024 which was more than a 90 day break in service. The provider immediately resubmitted the staff in the Clearinghouse at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that personnel who leave the industry and have more than 90 day break in service are resubmitted and granted an eligible status in the Clearinghouse prior to starting at the facility. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-06-19. View official inspection document (report 86be0a56-9081-4ecb-aa0c-d5e9c848898d)

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 observed the child care personnel listed on the supplemental did not complete exposure plan training initially/annually. Staff 1 started at the facility on 1/10/2025 but was not trained in exposure plan until 5/8/2025. Staff 2 last completed exposure plan training on 3/6/2024 and did not complete the training again annually. TA was provided to ensure that child care personnel complete exposure plan training initially/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 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-06-19. View official inspection document (report 86be0a56-9081-4ecb-aa0c-d5e9c848898d)

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 inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the middle classroom with four and five year old children with water bottles provided from home labeled with the childrens full first name and last initial. The specialist advised that bottles provided from home must be labeled with the childrens full first and last name at all times. The staff immediately added the childrens full last names to bottles at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the bottles and cups are labeled appropriately at all times. 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 Compliance Comments TS was provided to ensure that soiled diapers are discarded after diaper change into the garbage can lined with a bag and a tight fitted lid. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-06-19. View official inspection document (report 86be0a56-9081-4ecb-aa0c-d5e9c848898d)

13. (13-01)

A potentially harmful item, [provider advised that it was water, alcohol and dish soap mixed], was not labeled as required. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed a spray bottle containing a solution near the diaper changing station in the infant classroom. The provider advised that it was water, alcohol and dish soap mixed. The bottle was previous labeled with SW, the specialist asked if the staff can label the bottle with the name of the contents at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that spray bottles containing hazardous material are labeled at all times. 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 2025-06-19. View official inspection document (report 86be0a56-9081-4ecb-aa0c-d5e9c848898d)

40. Medication CCF Handbook, Section 6.5 (40-15)

Medication was not stored in either a locked area or inaccessible and out of a childs reach. CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, G Health Requirements [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, the specialist observed that a childs medication and paper work sat on the top of the cage of the office pet, guinea pig. TA was given to the provider about sanitation and sterility of medication. The medication was moved at the time of the inspection; returning the facility into compliance. RECORD KEEPING Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-02-12. View official inspection document (report ca3736bf-cd74-43d3-a5b0-b8d8d55de17b)

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 the inspection, the specialist observed that a staff member began employment 10/13/23, and has not completed their Literacy training. The staff member has until the due date to complete the training; this will return them to compliance for this standard. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-02-12. View official inspection document (report ca3736bf-cd74-43d3-a5b0-b8d8d55de17b)

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 the inspection, the specialist observed that a staff member began employment in the industry 3/8/23 and has not completed their 40 hr training. The staff has until the due date to complete the required training, until that time the staff member must be with another staff member while supervising the children. Due: 3/17/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-02-12. View official inspection document (report ca3736bf-cd74-43d3-a5b0-b8d8d55de17b)