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46. Daily Attendance CCF Handbook, Section 7.5 CCF Handbook, Section 7.5 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (46-03)

Child care personnel failed to ensure arrival and departure times were complete and accurate at the time of arrival or departure. CCF Handbook, Section 7.5, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed, in the two through four year old classroom, child care personnel failed to ensure arrival and departure times were complete and accurate at the time of arrival or departure in that the Licensing Specialist observed the attendance roster for the classroom did not reflect the correct number of students present. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist asked one of the two teachers in the classroom how many children were present. The teacher responded there were 16 children. The Licensing Specialist observed the attendance roster reflected 16 children were present. The Licensing Specialist conducted a head count of the children in the classroom and counted 14 children. The teacher then reviewed the attendance roster and informed the Licensing Specialist there were 15 children. The Licensing Specialist then conducted a second head count of the children in the classroom and counted 14 children. The teacher then began to search for the missing child. The teacher found the child in a separate adjacent classroom unsupervised. The teacher then held the child's hand and walked the child back into the classroom. The standard was resolved at the time of the inspection in that the teacher for the classroom corrected the attendance roster to reflect 15 of 15 children were present. CCF Handbook, Section 7.5, B The custodial parent or guardian may document the time when his/her child enters and departs the child care facility or program. However, child care facility personnel are responsible for ensuring that attendance records are complete and accurate. ENFORCEMENT Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-12-31. View official inspection document (report a2e48faf-5ade-4df4-aeff-3397f195e201)

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: During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed the facility failed to maintain a current Employee/Contractor Roster for all child care personnel in the Clearinghouse in that there is one personnel that is not listed on the Employee/Contractor Roster and one terminated employee did not have their end date updated within ten days. This standard was resolved at the time of the inspection in that the provider corrected the Employee/Contractor Roster to reflect all current child care personnel. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, K The employer/owner/operator must add child care personnel to their Employee/Contractor Roster in the Clearinghouse within 10 days of when the individual has received a child care eligible result and has been hired at the facility. Employer/owner/operator must add an end date for individuals on the Employee/Contractor Roster in the Clearinghouse within 10 days of the employment termination. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-12-31. View official inspection document (report a2e48faf-5ade-4df4-aeff-3397f195e201)

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: During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist reviewed the Background Screening Clearinghouse Roster. During the time of inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed one childcare personnel was missing documentation of Level 2 Clearinghouse screening clearance that states Childcare Eligible. The personnel member was present during the time of inspection and observed working with children with one other childcare personnel member in the classroom. The provider has been given until 1/10/2026 to bring this standard back into compliance. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1,C A copy of the eligible results, for the Level 2 screening, generated from the Clearinghouse must be on record for each personnel. If awaiting Out-of-State criminal history results, a copy of the DCF email informing of the individuals eligibility for a provisional hire status must be in the personnel file. Due: 1/10/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-12-31. View official inspection document (report a2e48faf-5ade-4df4-aeff-3397f195e201)

33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 CCF Handbook, Section 4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (33-13)

Child care personnel did not complete preservice training requirements prior to unsupervised contact with or care of children or, if supervised, within 90 days of beginning employment or service with the provider. (Section 3.1 and 3.2 Training Requirements, Page 7) [SR] Comments: During the time of the inspection, the Owner/Operator/Director advised the Licensing Specialist that there are currently 17 employees. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 17 of the 17 employees records. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed 3 child care personnel did not complete preservice training requirements within 90 days of beginning employment or service with the provider. The provider has been given until 1/31/2026 to bring this standard back into compliance. School Readiness Program Handbook Section 3.1 Child care personnel must successfully complete the preservice training coursework described in this section, as applicable. All child care personnel must complete these preservice training requirements within 90 days of initial employment with any School Readiness provider. This timeframe does not start over if personnel change employment to another School Readiness provider within this initial 90 days. Personnel who have not completed all preservice training requirements are not allowed any unsupervised contact with or care of children in a School Readiness program. Due: 1/31/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-12-31. View official inspection document (report a2e48faf-5ade-4df4-aeff-3397f195e201)

06. (06-01)

The facility's driver did not have [ Valid certificate(s) of course completion for first aid training and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) procedures]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR] Comments: During the time of the inspection, the Owner/Operator/Director advised that there are 3 drivers. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed Driver 1 did not have a valid certificate(s) of course completion for first aid training and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) procedures. The provider has been given until 1/10/2026 to bring this standard back into compliance. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.1 The driver of any vehicle used by a child care program to provide transportation must have the following: A. A valid Florida drivers license including the proper endorsement; B. An annual physical examination which grants medical approval to drive, and valid certificate(s) of course completion for first aid training and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) procedures. 07. Vehicle Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 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: 1/10/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-12-31. View official inspection document (report a2e48faf-5ade-4df4-aeff-3397f195e201)

04. Supervision CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (04-01)

Supervision of children in the [two through four year old] group was inadequate in that [the staff was unaware a child had left a classroom and was in a separate classroom.]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR] Comments: During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed supervision of children in the two through four year old group was inadequate in that the staff was unaware a child had left a classroom and was in a separate classroom. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist asked one of the two teachers in the classroom how many children were present. The teacher responded there were 16 children. The Licensing Specialist observed the attendance roster reflected 16 children were present. The Licensing Specialist conducted a head count of the children in the classroom and counted 14 children. The teacher then reviewed the attendance roster and informed the Licensing Specialist there were 15 children. The Licensing Specialist then conducted a second head count of the children in the classroom and counted 14 children. The teacher then began to search for the missing child. The teacher found the child in a separate adjacent classroom. The teacher then held the child's hand and walked the child back into the classroom. Additionally, during the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed a child was not adequately supervised and left the facility premises without child care personnel supervision. This standard was resolved at the time of the inspection in that the teacher brought the children back inside the classroom. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4.1 B Child care personnel must be assigned to provide direct supervision to a specific group of children and be with that group of children at all times. Children must never be left without child care personnel supervision inside or outside the facility, in a vehicle, or at a field trip location. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-12-31. View official inspection document (report a2e48faf-5ade-4df4-aeff-3397f195e201)

39. (39-03)

Child care personnel failed to document an accident or incident on the day that it occurred. CCF Handbook, Section 6.4, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR] Comments: During the time of the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the child care personnel failed to document an accident or incident on the day that it occurred. This standard is being marked as resolved at the time of the inspection. CCF Handbook, Section 6.4, A All accidents and incidents or unusual occurrences that are threatening to the health, safety, or welfare of a child that occur while the child is in care must be documented on the same day they occur. 40. Medication CCF Handbook, Section 6.5 CCF Handbook, Section 6.5 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored RECORD KEEPING 41. Immunization Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 42. Student Health and Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 43. Enrollment Information CCF Handbook, Section 7.3 & s. 402.3054(2), F.S. CCF Handbook, Section 7.3 & s. 402.3054(2), F.S. (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-09-24. View official inspection document (report fcfc560b-83e7-4c98-8137-1188500a4661)

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: During the inspection, the Operator advised the Licensing Specialist that there are currently 2 transportation vehicles utilized by the facility when transporting the children that are in care. 2008 Chevy Collins 14 (81132287) that was last inspected on 07/16/25 and 2024 Chevy Girardin 14 (R1186400) that was last inspected on 07/16/25. Both transportation vehicles are insured by ACE American Insurance Company with an effective date of 04/1/25. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that the program's vehicle was monitored at time of inspection. The installed vehicle alarm was not in working condition in that it did not provide sound. The Operator was given until 9/27/25 to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4, For the purpose of this section, vehicles refer to those owned, operated or regularly used by the child care program, and vehicles that provide transportation through a contract or agreement with an outside entity. Parents/guardians personal vehicles used for transporting during field trips are excluded from meeting the requirements of this sub-section. F. By January 1, 2022 all vehicles used by child care facilities to transport children must be equipped with a reliable alarm system approved by the Department which prompts the driver to inspect the vehicle for children before exiting the vehicle. 1. Approved alarm systems must meet the following criteria: 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. 2. List of approved alarm manufacturers may be found on the Departments website at www.myflfamilies.com/childcare . 3. Alarms must be installed and maintained according to the manufacturers recommendations. 4. Alarm systems installed according to the manufacturers instructions prior to October 1, 2021, will be deemed to satisfy this requirement if they meet the criteria set forth in 2.5.4.F.1. above. Under this allowance, the existing alarm system must always be properly maintained in working order. Should at any time the alarm system require replacement, the new system must be selected from the Departments approved list referenced in 2.5.4 F.2. above. 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: 9/27/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-08-27. View official inspection document (report 9734a353-5fdc-4574-b32a-ffe5b68693e8)

06. (06-01)

The facility's driver did not have [ An annual physical examination which grants medical approval to drive]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR] Comments: During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that three of the drivers had expired physicals. The Operator has been given until 9/6/25 to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.1 A-B Driver Requirements The driver of any vehicle used by a childcare program to provide transportation must have the following: A. A valid Florida drivers license including the proper endorsement; B. An annual physical examination which grants medical approval to drive, and valid certificate(s) of course completion for first aid training and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) procedures 07. Vehicle Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Noncompliance Due: 9/6/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-08-27. View official inspection document (report 9734a353-5fdc-4574-b32a-ffe5b68693e8)

47. Access/Child Safety CCF Handbook, Section 8 (47-01)

Child care personnel inappropriately interacted with children in care in a manner that was aggressive, demeaning or intimidating in nature. CCF Handbook, Section 8.2, C Enforcement [SR] Comments: Inappropriate Interaction During the inspection, Teacher 2 advised the Licensing Specialist that they witnessed Teacher 1 inappropriately interacting with a child. This standard has been brought into compliance. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section: 8.2, C: Child Safety: C: Childcare personnel must appropriately interact with children to foster a healthy, safe environment that will encourage the childs physical, intellectual, motor, and social development. Interactions with children that are aggressive, demeaning or intimidating in nature are strictly prohibited. Owner/Director/Staff Responsible Comments The provider did not have any questions, comments, or concerns. Counselor Comments Information Updates: Please visit our website at, View official inspection document for information regarding - Child care news/announcements - Florida Statutes, Florida Administrative Codes, Licensing Handbooks, and Classification Summaries - Brochures, fact sheets, publications, reports, forms, and applications Important Contacts: Child Care Training Information Center [CCTIC]: 1-888-FL-CCTIC | 1-888-352-2842 Background Screening Helpdesk: 1-888-352-2849 Florida Abuse Hotline: 1-800-96-ABUSE | 1-800-962-2873 Background Screening Documents Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse: The Background Screening Clearinghouse will generate e-mails and send you, the provider, a reminder at 60, 30, and 21 days prior to the retention date expiration. Please note, you will only receive that notification for the staff that are on your facility/home roster. Please keep your roster current in the Clearinghouse to avoid confusion on expiration dates, or unwanted notifications. ***Please ensure that your email in the Clearinghouse is current, as notifications are sent via email. ***** Communicable Disease Control REMINDER: There are three common modes of transmission for the spread of microorganisms in childcare settings: contact, droplet, and airborne. Many common infections encountered in the childcare setting are transmitted by direct or indirect contact. Child Care facilities shall develop a written exposure plan regarding universal safety precautions, recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), to follow in the event there is exposure to blood and potentially infectious fluids. Personnel are required to be educated on the facility's exposure plan regarding standard precautions before beginning to work and annually thereafter. Written documentation that childcare personnel have participated in the facility's annual refresher education for the exposure plan and understand the proper procedures in the event there is exposure to blood, and potentially infectious fluids must be retained for 12 months and be available for licensing to review. CCF In-Service REMINDER: In-service training for 2025/2026 fiscal year must be completed before June 30, 2025. Counselor reviewed 10 hours of annual in-service, completed, for all childcare personnel for the July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025 fiscal year. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-05-09. View official inspection document (report bee85451-9fae-40db-96b8-06408dc2d2be)

17. Outdoor Play Area/Fencing CCF Handbook, Section 3.5 (17-06)

The facilitys fencing walls or gate area had gaps that could allow children to exit the outdoor play area. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, F Physical Environment [SR] Comments: During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed a gap in the fence surrounding the children's outdoor play area. The fence was missing one panel. Photos were taken of the noncompliance. This standard has been brought back into compliance at the time of the inspection in that the personnel replaced the missing panel with the Licensing Specialist was at the facility. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section: 3.5: F: Outdoor Play Area F: The outdoor play area must have adequate fencing or walls a minimum of 4 feet in height. Fencing, including gates, must be continuous and must not have gaps or opening larger than 3 inches that would allow children to exit the outdoor play area. The base of the fence must remain at ground level and be free from erosion or build-up to prevent inside and outside access by children or animals. These areas must have at least two exits, with at least one being remote from the buildings. If an outdoor play area was approved for usage by the Department prior to October 25, 2017, no new exits are required to be added to meet this standard. However, if outdoor play area fencing is changed then the standard would apply, and two exits must be provided. 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 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 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-05-09. View official inspection document (report bee85451-9fae-40db-96b8-06408dc2d2be)

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: During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed a soap dispenser, when walking into the classroom area, in the sink area on the right side, that did not have a cover that was accessible to the children. The provider removed the soap dispenser at the time of the inspection. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed the door that leads to the playground was not properly maintained in that the right portion of the bar of the door that allows one to push or open the door, did not have a cover. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed a wall to the right of the classroom area when first entering the area, near the sand table, that had peeling paint. The Licensing Specialist observed a child laying in that place pulling the paint that was peeling from the wall. Photos were taken of the noncompliance. The Operator has been given until June 9, 2025 to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section: 3.1.A General Health and Safety Requirements A: All childcare facilities must be clean, in good repair, free from health and safety hazards and from evidence of, or presence of, vermin infestation. Indoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety and documented on a daily inspection log. Outdoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety. Any problems must be corrected before the play area is used by children. Documentation of the indoor play area inspection must be maintained for 12 months. 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 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-05-09. View official inspection document (report bee85451-9fae-40db-96b8-06408dc2d2be)

03. Ratio Sufficient CCF Handbook, Section 2.3 (03-01)

A ratio of [2] child care personnel for [12] children is required. A ratio of [2] child care personnel for [13] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. General Requirements [SR] Comments: 1:1 Front office (Four-year-old) 2:6 (Infants) 2:13 - (one-year-olds) 3rd teacher arrived while Licensing Specialist was in the classroom 2:17 (10 four-year-olds, 7 three-year-olds) 2:21 (10 three-year-olds, 11 four-year-olds) 1:11 (10 two-year-olds, 1 three-year-old) 2 staff The facility was found in non-compliance for CCF Handbook, Section 2.3: Ratio: During the complaint inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed in the one-year-old classroom, there were 13 children with 2 teachers. Photos were taken of the attendance. This standard was brought back into compliance at the time of the inspection in that a third teacher came into the classroom while the Licensing Specialist was still in the classroom. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 2.3: Ratio: The staff-to-child ratio, as established in Section 402.305(4), F.S., is based on primary responsibility for the direct supervision of children and applies at all times while children are in care. Section 402.305(4), F.S.,: (4) STAFF-TO-CHILDREN RATIO. (a) Minimum standards for the care of children in a licensed childcare facility as established by rule of the department must include: 1. For children from birth through 1 year of age, there must be one childcare personnel for every four children. 2. For children 1 year of age or older, but under 2 years of age, there must be one childcare personnel for every six children. Compliance Comments The facility was found in compliance for standard 4 Supervision CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-05-09. View official inspection document (report bee85451-9fae-40db-96b8-06408dc2d2be)

32. (32-07)

The ground cover or other protective surface under the [Toddler and school age playground around all climbers] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed on the playground in the school age playground around all climbers and the toddler playground around all climbers the mulch under the fall zones were not 6 inches in depth in that you were able to see the ground. The director advised that they were getting mulch over the weekend. The director was given October 14,2024, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 3.12.D.1- Outdoor Equipment. D. Permanent or stationary playground equipment must have a fall/use zone that extends a minimum of 6 feet in all directions from the perimeter of the equipment. All types of ground cover must be maintained to provide resilience and reduce the incidence of injuries to children in the event of falls. Child Care Facility Handbook Page | 39 1. If the ground cover in place is loose ground cover (such as, but not limited to: mulch, shredded rubber chips, or sand) a minimum of 6 inches in depth is required in the use zone. Asphalt, concrete, hard packed dirt, hay, grass or leaves are unsuitable for use in the use zone area. TRAINING Compliance Comments During the time of inspection, the Owner/Operator/Director advised the Licensing Specialist that there 17 employees. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 17 of the 17 employee records. REMINDER: In-service training for 2024/2025 fiscal year must be completed before July 1, 2025. Counselor reviewed 10 hours of annual in-service, completed, for all childcare personnel for the 2023/2024 fiscal year. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-09-13. View official inspection document (report 11753e4c-210a-47b8-9252-894b3e550620)