La Petite Academy

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: During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed 1 childcare personnel was not re-screened following a break in employment in the childcare industry that exceeded 90 days. The Licensing Specialist observed the individual in a classroom with a screened individual. This standard has been brought back into compliance in that the staff member left the facility during the inspection. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 5.2: Re-Screening: A screening conducted under this rule is valid for five years, at which time a re-screen must be conducted in the same manner as the initial screening. A. The five-year re-screen is required for all childcare personnel. B. The five-year re-screen must include, at a minimum, a criminal records check (both national and statewide), a sexual predator and sexual offender registry search, and child abuse and neglect history of any state in which an individual resided during the preceding 5 years. C. Childcare personnel must be re-screened following a break in employment in the childcare industry that exceeds 90 days. Child care personnel/individual with a break in service that exceeds 90 days are considered unscreened child care personnel/individuals until completion of re-screening. These child care personnel/individuals shall not have unsupervised contact with children in care. D. If child care personnel take a leave of absence, such as maternity leave, extended sick leave, migrant child care programs, etc. re-screening is not required unless the five-year re-screen comes due during the leave of absence. All screening and rescreening must be processed using the Background Screening Clearinghouse. [go to View official inspection document and View official inspection document eSignOnPortal%2f] Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-07-08. View official inspection document (report 60c49c7f-e4b0-457c-afb9-daba0ebb7aaf)

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: During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that the facility does not have documentation for all child care personnel on required annual refresher education of the facilitys exposure plan. This standard has been brought back into compliance in that the staff member completed an annual refresher course during the inspection. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 6: Health Requirements: There are three common modes of transmission for the spread of microorganisms in child care settings: contact, droplet, and airborne. Many common infections encountered in the child care 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 facilitys exposure plan regarding standard precautions before beginning to work and annually thereafter. Written documentation that child care personnel have participated in the facilitys 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. 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 Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-07-08. View official inspection document (report 60c49c7f-e4b0-457c-afb9-daba0ebb7aaf)

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: During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed 2 Child care personnel did not complete 40 hours of child care training as evidenced by successful completion of competency examinations offered by the Department. The Operator has been given until 8/8/2026 to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 4.2.1: Mandated Introductory Training: Child care personnel must successfully complete 40 hours of child care training as evidenced by successful completion of competency examinations offered by the Department or its designated representative with a weighted score of 70 or better. Child care personnel who successfully completed the mandatory 40-hour Introductory Child Care Training prior to January 1, 2004 are not required to fulfill the competency examination requirement. A. Part I Courses (30 Hours) Child care personnel must complete all of the following: ? Child Care Facility Rules and Regulations ? Health, Safety and Nutrition ? Identifying and Reporting Child Abuse and Neglect ? Child Growth and Development ? Behavioral Observation and Screening B. Part II Courses (10 Hours) Child care personnel must also complete 10 hours of the following Part II courses: ? Special Needs Appropriate Practices (10 hours), or ? Understanding Developmentally Appropriate Practices (5 hours) and one of the following courses: 1. Infant and Toddler Appropriate Practices (5 hours) 2. Preschool Appropriate Practices (5 hours) 3. School- Age-Appropriate Practices (5 hours) During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 4.1 Beginning Training Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month must begin training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry and successfully complete Departments training within 12 months from the date training begins. Training taken prior to employment in the child care industry does not constitute begin training. The begin training timeframes begin at the time of employment in the child care industry. Training completion may not exceed 15 months from the date of employment in the child care industry in any licensed Florida child care facility. This may be accomplished by classroom attendance in a Department-approved training course, acquiring an educational exemption from a Department-approved training course, beginning a Department-approved online child care training course, or by receiving results from a Department-approved competency examination. The child care program is responsible for obtaining training documentation from child care personnel. Due: 8/8/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-07-08. View official inspection document (report 60c49c7f-e4b0-457c-afb9-daba0ebb7aaf)

30. Diapering CCF Handbook, Section 3.10 CCF Handbook, Section 3.10 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (30-12)

The container used for the disposal of soiled diapers or the storage of used cloth diapers was accessible to children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, J & K (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments: During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed soiled or wet disposable diapers were disposed of in plastic lined, not securely covered containers that was accessible to the children in care in that the trash receptacles in toddlers, twos, and early preschool classrooms could be opened by pressing the foot petal or lifting the lid. This standard has been brought back into compliance in that the trash receptacles containing diapers were moved to locked closets and out of childrens reach during the inspection. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, J.: Diapering Requirements: J: Soiled or wet disposable diapers must be disposed of in a plastic lined, securely covered container that is not accessible to the children. The container must be emptied, cleaned and sanitized or disinfected, at least, daily. K. Soiled cloth diapers must be emptied of feces in the toilet and soiled or wet cloth diapers shall be placed in a securely covered container that is not accessible to the children. The container must be emptied, cleaned and sanitized or disinfected, at least, daily. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-07-08. View official inspection document (report 60c49c7f-e4b0-457c-afb9-daba0ebb7aaf)

23. (23-07)

Fire drills conducted during the licensure year did not include the following [a Fire drill using the alternate route]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.4, C (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored the Fire Drill Log and observed documentation of the last fire drill having been conducted on 6/17/2026. The last approved fire inspection for this facility was dated 05/21/2026. The fire extinguisher certifications are valid until 02/2027. ***During the inspection, an alternate route fire drill was conducted during naptime in the presence of the Licensing Specialist. There were 14 adults and 84 children present. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed during the facilitys licensure year, fire drills conducted during the licensure year did not include the following a fire drill using the alternate route. This standard has been brought back into compliance in that a fire drill using the alternate route was conducted during the inspection. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.4 C Emergency Preparedness: C. A current attendance record and parent contact information must accompany childcare personnel out of the building during a drill or actual evacuation and be used to account for all children. The operator must maintain a written record of the fire drills showing the date, number of children and childcare personnel in attendance, evacuation route used, and time taken for all individuals to evacuate the premises. Each fire drill record must be maintained for a minimum of 12 months from the date of the fire drill. The fire drills conducted must include, at a minimum: 1. One fire drill using an alternate evacuation route, 2. One fire drill during napping/sleeping times, and 3. One fire drill in the presence and at the request of the licensing authority. This drill will be coordinated with the operator or designee. FOOD AND NUTRITION 24. Food Preparation Area CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Compliance Comments During the inspection, the Operator advised that the facility provides meals and snacks to the children that are in care. ***The provider is a food program participant. **** Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-07-08. View official inspection document (report 60c49c7f-e4b0-457c-afb9-daba0ebb7aaf)

20. Crib Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 3.6 CCF Handbook, Section 3.6 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (20-07)

Cribs, playpens, play yards, other napping and sleeping bedding being used by a child was not placed a minimum of 18 inches away from window blinds, draperies, or any window treatment/cover that could pose a strangulation or suffocation risk. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.4, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed a child was placed in a crib, that was not a minimum of 18 inches away from a window. This standard has been brought back into compliance in that the infants were removed from the crib during the inspection. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.4, C: Safe Sleep: Children must not be placed in the cribs, playpens, play yards or other sleeping and napping bedding with items that could pose a strangulation or suffocation risk. Cribs, playpens, play yards, other napping and sleeping bedding being used by a child must be placed a minimum of 18 inches away from window blinds, draperies or any window treatment/cover that pose a strangulation hazard. 21. Restrooms and Bath Facilities CCF Handbook, Section 3.7 CCF Handbook, Section 3.7 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-07-08. View official inspection document (report 60c49c7f-e4b0-457c-afb9-daba0ebb7aaf)

19. (19-02)

A minimum distance of 18'' was not maintained between each napping/sleeping space. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.2, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed two infants sleeping in cribs that were not minimum distance of 18 around each napping/sleeping space. This standard has been brought back into compliance in that the children were removed from the cribs during the inspection. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.2, C: Nap/Sleep Space C: A minimum of 18 inches must be maintained around individual napping and sleeping spaces. A maximum of two sides of a napping or sleeping space may be against a solid barrier, such as the wall. The solid side of a crib does not meet the requirements for a solid barrier. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-07-08. View official inspection document (report 60c49c7f-e4b0-457c-afb9-daba0ebb7aaf)

17. (17-05)

The facilitys outdoor play space was not enclosed with fencing or walls a minimum of 4 feet in height. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, F (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed the facilitys outdoor play area space was not enclosed with fencing or walls a minimum of 4 feet in height in that the three and four-year-olds playground had a chain link fence that measure 3 feet 8 inches, 3 feet 9 inches, and 3 feet 10 inches. This area is located directly across from the facility to the right of the wooded fence on the three and four- year-olds playground. The Operator has been given until 7/18/2026 to come into compliance with this standard. 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 buildup 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. Due: 7/18/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-07-08. View official inspection document (report 60c49c7f-e4b0-457c-afb9-daba0ebb7aaf)

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: This is being marked completed at the time of the inspection, in that the personnel signed a CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect requirements form. The licensing specialist provided technical assistance from CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, C. CF-FSP Form 5337, Child Abuse & Neglect Reporting Requirements, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(l), F.A.C., must be signed on or before hire date and annually thereafter by all child care personnel. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-11-21. View official inspection document (report 4f68e2e7-9607-434d-b55f-e81a462547fc)

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: During the time of inspection, the Operator advised the Licensing Specialist that there 17 employees. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 17 of the 17 employee records. This is being marked completed at the time of the inspection, in that the personnel signed a CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form while the Licensing Specialist was in the facility. When the Licensing Specialist was reviewing the files the licensing counselor seen 2 personnel that did not have a Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements Form signed. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 C Personnel Records C. CF-FSP Form 5337, Child Abuse & Neglect Reporting Requirements, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(l), F.A.C., must be signed on or before Child Care Facility Handbook Page | 62 hire date and annually thereafter by all childcare personnel. 45. Background Screening Documents CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-07-09. View official inspection document (report a3d1bd7b-a59e-488e-830e-b06a40394fbb)

40. Medication CCF Handbook, Section 6.5 CCF Handbook, Section 6.5 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR] Comments: During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that there was medication expired, and no longer being administered to the children at the time of the inspection. 2 Diaper creams in the two-year-old classroom, one expired 5/2025 and the other expired 10/2024. The third diaper cream, the date was disappearing. The Operator advised that all of these diaper creams are no longer being administered. The Operator has been given a due date of 8/9/2025 to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, H Medication. H. 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 41. Immunization Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 42. Student Health and Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Due: 8/9/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-07-09. View official inspection document (report a3d1bd7b-a59e-488e-830e-b06a40394fbb)

40. Medication CCF Handbook, Section 6.5 CCF Handbook, Section 6.5 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (40-01)

A prescription or non-prescription medication, specifically [Desitin, and Butt Paste Diaper Creams], was dispensed without written authorization from the custodial parent or legal guardian. CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, A and K (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR] Comments: During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that the facility did not have written authorization form, in the toddler and two-year -old classroom. The medication, Desitin Diaper cream expires 12/2026. The Butt Paste diaper creams expires 8/2025 and 1/2027. The Operator was given until 7/19/2025, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 6.5 A. Medication. Child care programs are not required to give medication; however, if a program chooses to do so, it must comply with the following requirements: A. The child care program must have written authorization from the custodial parent or legal guardian to give prescription and non- prescription medications. This authorization must be dated and signed by the custodial parent or legal guardian and contain the childs name; the name of the medication to be given; and date, time and amount of the correct dosage to be given. Prescription and non- prescription medications that are used on an as needed basis require the parent/ legal guardian to provide additional documentation on the authorization form to describe symptoms that would require the medication to be given. The child care provider must never administer a medication that is prescribed for one child to another child. Due: 7/19/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-07-09. View official inspection document (report a3d1bd7b-a59e-488e-830e-b06a40394fbb)

18. Bedding and Linens CCF Handbook, Section 3.6 CCF Handbook, Section 3.6 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (18-06)

The floor mats available for children in care were not covered with an impermeable surface. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed in the infant classroom 3 mattresses that were ripped and exposing the foam. The director was given until August 9, 2025, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 3.6.1,D- Bedding and Linens. Each child in care must be provided safe and sanitary bedding to be used when napping or sleeping. Nap bedding is not required for school-age children; however, the program must provide an area for children that choose to rest. D. Floor mats must be at least one-inch thick and covered with an impermeable surface. 19. Nap/Sleep Space Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.2 CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.2 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Due: 8/9/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-07-09. View official inspection document (report a3d1bd7b-a59e-488e-830e-b06a40394fbb)

45. (45-01)

A complete CF-FSP Form 5131, Background Screening and Personnel File Requirements, was not on file for all employees. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: 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. During the time of inspection, the Director advised the Licensing Specialist that there 20 employees. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 20 of the 20 employee records. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed three personnel that did not have a CF-FSP Form 5131 completed in their file. The director brought this standard back in compliance at the time of inspection the director completed the 5131 form and placed it into their files. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 7.4.1 Background Screening Documents A. Each personnel record must have a completed CF-FSP Form 5131, Background Screening and Personnel File Requirements, which is incorporated by reference in paragraph 65C-22.001(7)(b), F.A.C. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-03-24. View official inspection document (report 38dbbc21-1005-4af1-8bff-912614a63e70)

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 inspection, Licensing Specialist observed six personnel still on the provider roster that no longer worked at the facility. The director was given until April 24, 2025, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 5.1, K Initial Screening. 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 5 days of the employment termination. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-03-24. View official inspection document (report 38dbbc21-1005-4af1-8bff-912614a63e70)

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, Licensing Specialist observed one personnel that did not have the eligible background screening in their file for the specialist to review. The director brought this standard back in compliance at the time of inspection the director printed out the Background Screening from the clearinghouse. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 7.4.1 Background Screening Documents 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. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-03-24. View official inspection document (report 38dbbc21-1005-4af1-8bff-912614a63e70)

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: During the time of inspection, the Director advised the Licensing Specialist that there 20 employees. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 20 of the 20 employee records. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that none of the personnel had done an annual refresher of the facility's exposure plan. The director was given until April 24, 2025, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 6 Health Requirements There are three common modes of transmission for the spread of microorganisms in child care settings: contact, droplet, and airborne. Many common infections encountered in the child care 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 facilitys exposure plan regarding standard precautions before beginning to work and annually thereafter. Written documentation that child care personnel have participated in the facilitys 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. 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 2025-03-24. View official inspection document (report 38dbbc21-1005-4af1-8bff-912614a63e70)

24. (24-21)

Open packages of perishable or leftover foods were not [ labeled with date, discarded within 7 calendar days]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR] Comments: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed a bowl of hummus that was not labeled with the date from when the provider opened the container on the facility menu they had the hummus on March 18, 2025 and was not discarded within the seven calendar days. There was a bag of cheese that was labeled it was opened on March 10, 2025 and it had a green substance in the cheese. The director brought this standard back in compliance at the time of inspection by discarding the items in the trash. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Hand book, Section 3.9.2 Food Storage D. Opened packages of perishable or leftover food items must be properly covered or sealed in containers or bags, labeled with the date, and properly stored and discarded within seven calendar days. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-03-24. View official inspection document (report 38dbbc21-1005-4af1-8bff-912614a63e70)

24. (24-11)

Garbage containing food waste was not disposed of in a leak proof, nonabsorbent container with a tight fitting lid. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.1, A.8. (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR] Comments: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed in the 3 year old room and the 3/4 year old room had a trash can that did not have a lid and the children was throwing away their food in the trash can. The director was given until April 24, 2025, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Hand book, Section 3.9.1, A. 8 Food Preparation Area 8. Leak-proof, non-absorbent containers covered with a tight-fitting lid for all food waste stored inside the facility. The container must be emptied, cleaned, and sanitized or disinfected daily. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-03-24. View official inspection document (report 38dbbc21-1005-4af1-8bff-912614a63e70)

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: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed on the 3 year old's playground in the left back part of the playground the top of the chain link fence is hanging down and leaving a 5 inch gap. The director was given until April 24, 2025, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 3.5 A- Outdoor Play Area. A. The outdoor play area must be clean and free from litter, nails, glass and other hazards. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-03-24. View official inspection document (report 38dbbc21-1005-4af1-8bff-912614a63e70)

12. (12-12)

A fire hazard, [dust build up in the bathroom vents], was observed in the facility. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed a buildup of dust in the bathroom vents in the following classrooms toddlers, 3year old's and 4/5 year old's. The director was given until April 2, 2025, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 3.1 B.- General Health and Safety Requirements. B. It is the responsibility of the director/operator to ensure all areas and equipment of the facility are free from fire hazards, such as lint build up in heating and air vents, filters, exhaust fans, ceiling fans, and dryer vents. This includes grease build-up in ovens, stoves and food equipment. 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 2025-03-24. View official inspection document (report 38dbbc21-1005-4af1-8bff-912614a63e70)

12. (12-07)

A safety deficiency having a moderate 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: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed cords hanging down and or in the reach of the children in the following rooms 4/5 year old's room(cords hanging by the cubbies) and in the second 4/5 year old room (the plug for the light table was lose and within the children's reach and the tablet charging cord was within the children reach.) The director brought this standard back in compliance at the time of inspection by removing the cords out of the reach of the children. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 3.1 D.- General Health and Safety Requirements. D. Strangulation hazards, strings, and cords long enough to encircle a childs neck such as those on toys and window coverings must not be accessible to children in care. Due: 4/2/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-03-24. View official inspection document (report 38dbbc21-1005-4af1-8bff-912614a63e70)

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: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the handwashing sink pipe is leaking under the sink in the kitchen. In the 3 year old's room there are holes in the left wall. The director was given until April 24, 2025, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 3.1 A.- General Health and Safety Requirements. A. All child care 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. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-03-24. View official inspection document (report 38dbbc21-1005-4af1-8bff-912614a63e70)

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, Licensing Specialist observed that one of the drivers did not have an annual physical. The last physical was completed on 10/19/23. The director was given until April 2, 2025, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.1 B Driver Requirements The driver of any vehicle used by a child care program to provide transportation must have the following: 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. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-03-24. View official inspection document (report 38dbbc21-1005-4af1-8bff-912614a63e70)

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: During the complaint inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed 5 personnel files, four of which had expired Form 5337, Child Abuse & Neglect Reporting Requirements. During the complaint inspection, the Licensing Specialist took photos of the non-compliance. This standard was brought back into compliance on 6/1/2025 in that the Operator provider the Licensing Specialist with update Child Abuse and Neglect forms via email. During the inspection the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.C: Personnel Records: C: CF-FSP Form 5337, Child Abuse & Neglect Reporting Requirements, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(l), F.A.C., must be signed on or before hire date and annually thereafter by all childcare personnel. 45. Background Screening Documents CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 Not Monitored 46. Daily Attendance CCF Handbook, Section 7.5 Not Monitored ENFORCEMENT Not Monitored Comments The facility was found in compliance for standard 47. Enforcement CCF Handbook, Section 8 47. Access/Child Safety CCF Handbook, Section 8 Not Monitored Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-03-05. View official inspection document (report a232c923-90b0-466d-82ae-3cbbf211c19d)