Tiny Tots University Inc

PALMETTO, FLChild Care FacilityLicensed

1.5based on state inspection data
Capacity140
HoursMon 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Tue 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Wed 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Thu 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Fri 6:30AM to 6:00PM
Est. price$922/mo

Contact information

Address930 9th Street Dr W, Palmetto FL, 34221

CityPALMETTO, FL 34221

CountyMANATEE

Phone9417239072

Operating details

HoursMon 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Tue 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Wed 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Thu 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Fri 6:30AM to 6:00PM

Capacity140

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 5/22/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High7
  • Medium-High12
  • Medium6
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

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930 9th Street Dr W, Palmetto FL, 34221, PALMETTO, FL 34221

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Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 5/22/2026

  • High7
  • Medium-High9
  • Medium2
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

2026

  1. High riskStandard 475/22/2026

    47. Access/Child Safety CCF Handbook, Section 8 (47-03)

    As a mandated reporter, the owner, operator, employee, volunteer or substitute failed to report suspected child abuse or neglect as required in section 39.201, Florida Statutes. CCF Handbook, Section 8.2, B Enforcement [SR] Comments: During the inspection, the provider stated they did not report it to the hotline because they did not know I had to. The director brought this standard back in compliance at the time of inspection by stating they will notify the hotline the next time. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 8.2, B Child Safety. B. The operational status of a training provider who has been approved to provide the Birth Through Five and/or School-Age FCCPC Program but is not currently accepting students shall be referred to as Compliant/Non-operational. Compliant/Non-operational Birth Through Five and School-Age FCCPC training providers are required to maintain program accreditation or licensure during the time they are not accepting students. The signed attestation page of the CF-FSP 5191 (Birth Through Five Providers) and CF-FSP 5257 (School- Age Providers) is to be submitted annually to the Department or its designated representative. Prior to returning to Compliant status, the training provider must notify the Department in writing of the intent to re-open the program and receive written approval from the Department before enrolling students. Owner/Director/Staff Responsible Comments During the inspection, the Operator did not have any additional questions, comments or concerns that they wanted to include in the inspection. 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: 1-850-300-4247 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. ***** Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-05-22. View official inspection document (report 99a3b7c5-95eb-4de0-bd12-488571afb6cc)

    Corrected at inspection
  2. Medium-High riskStandard 395/22/2026

    39. Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation CCF Handbook, Section 6.3 & 6.4 (39-03)

    Child care personnel failed to document an accident or incident on the day that it occurred. CCF Handbook, Section 6.4, A Health Requirements [SR] Comments: During the inspection, the director stated I did not write the accident report the day it happened because I was at my sons school, and it was chaotic. We did not write an accident report yesterday I was going to write it today with you. The director brought this standard back in compliance at the time of inspection by writing up a accident report. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 6.4 A. Accident/Incident Notification 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 Not Monitored RECORD KEEPING 41. Immunization Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 Not Monitored 42. Student Health and Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 Not Monitored 43. Enrollment Information CCF Handbook, Section 7.3 & s. 402.3054(2), F.S. Not Monitored 44. Personnel Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 Not Monitored 45. Background Screening Documents CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 Not Monitored 46. Daily Attendance CCF Handbook, Section 7.5 Not Monitored Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-05-22. View official inspection document (report 99a3b7c5-95eb-4de0-bd12-488571afb6cc)

    Corrected at inspection
  3. Medium-High riskStandard 395/22/2026

    39. Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation CCF Handbook, Section 6.3 & 6.4 (39-01)

    Child care personnel failed to immediately contact emergency services and the child's custodial parents or legal guardians in the event of a serious illness, accident, injury or emergency to their child. CCF Handbook, Section 6.3, B & C and 2.5.3, E Health Requirements [SR] Comments: During the inspection, the director stated they did not call 911 because the child seemed to be ok. The director brought this standard back in compliance at the time of inspection the provider stated they will call emergency service if anything like this happens again. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 6.3, B&C Emergency Telephone Numbers B. For life threatening injuries, the provider shall call 911 and then notify the parent. C. Custodial parents or legal guardians must be notified immediately if the event of any serious illness, accident, injury or emergency to their child, and their specific instructions regarding action to be taken under such circumstances must be obtained and followed. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-05-22. View official inspection document (report 99a3b7c5-95eb-4de0-bd12-488571afb6cc)

    Corrected at inspection
  4. Medium-High riskStandard 235/22/2026

    23. Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness CCF Handbook, Section 3.8 (23-24)

    The facility did not have a written plan for reporting and managing any incident or unusual occurrence that is threatening to the health, safety, or welfare of the children or child care personnel to the licensing authority. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.7 Physical Environment [SR] Comments: During the inspection, the provider stated she did not have an Emergency Preparedness Plan. The director was given until July 16, 2026, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.7, A Emergency Procedures Facilities must have a procedure for responding to situations when an immediate emergency response is required. A contingency plan for emergency or disaster situations needs to be in place when it may not be possible to follow standard emergency procedures. Emergency procedures must be posted and readily available. All providers and child care personnel must be trained to manage in an emergency. A. The facility must have a written plan for reporting and managing any incident or unusual occurrence that is threatening to the health, safety, or welfare of the children or child care personnel to the licensing authority. The following types of incidents must be addressed: 1. Lost or missing child; 2. Suspected maltreatment of a child; 3. Injuries or illness requiring hospitalization or emergency treatment; 4. Death of child or child care personnel; 5. Presence of a threatening individual who attempts or succeeds in gaining entrance to the facility. 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 32. Outdoor Equipment CCF Handbook, Section 3.12 Not Monitored TRAINING 33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 Not Monitored 34. Credentialed Staff CCF Handbook, Section 4.6 & 4.7 Not Monitored HEALTH REQUIREMENTS 35. Communicable Disease Control CCF Handbook, Section 6.1 Not Monitored Due: 7/16/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-05-22. View official inspection document (report 99a3b7c5-95eb-4de0-bd12-488571afb6cc)

    Not corrected
  5. Medium riskStandard 125/22/2026

    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, Licensing Specialist observed in the 2017 Chevy Express 3500 (177092) the back of the seat were ripped and exposing the foam. The director was given until July 16, 2026, 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. 13. Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons CCF Handbook, Section 3.2 Not Monitored 14. Lighting, Temperature, and Ventilation CCF Handbook, Section 3.3 Not Monitored 15. Licensed Capacity CCF Handbook , Section 3.4 Not Monitored 16. Indoor Floor Space CCF Handbook, Section 3.4 Not Monitored 17. Outdoor Play Area/Fencing CCF Handbook, Section 3.5 Not Monitored 18. Bedding and Linens CCF Handbook, Section 3.6 Not Monitored 19. Nap/Sleep Space Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.2 Not Monitored 20. Crib Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 3.6 Not Monitored 21. Restrooms and Bath Facilities CCF Handbook, Section 3.7 Not Monitored 22. Operable Phone CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.1 Not Monitored Due: 7/16/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-05-22. View official inspection document (report 99a3b7c5-95eb-4de0-bd12-488571afb6cc)

    Not corrected
  6. Medium-High riskStandard 085/22/2026

    08. Seat Belts/Child Restraints CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 and CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.5 (08-04)

    The vehicle had missing, broken or non-operable seat belts and/or safety restraints. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.5 General Requirements [SR] Comments: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed there were 3 seat belts on the 04 Chevy Express (190074) that were not in working condition. The director was given until June 26, 2026, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.5 Seat Belt/Child Restraints: Each child, when transported, must be seated in a back seat in an individual factory installed seat belt or federally approved child safety restraint. The child safety restraint must be installed, secured and used in accordance with the manufacturers instructions and a copy of such instructions must be maintained (in the vehicle and/or on file). Child safety restraint must be replaced if they have been recalled, are past the manufacturers date of use expiration date, or have been involved in a crash that meets the U.S. Department of Transportation crash severity criteria or the manufacturers criteria for replacement of restraints after a crash, as referenced in Caring for Our Children Basics Health and Safety Foundations for Early Care and Education, which is incorporated by in 65C- 22.001(7)(v), F.A.C. 09. Planned Activities CCF Handbook, Section 2.6 Not Monitored Due: 6/26/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-05-22. View official inspection document (report 99a3b7c5-95eb-4de0-bd12-488571afb6cc)

    Not corrected
  7. High riskStandard 085/22/2026

    08. Seat Belts/Child Restraints CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 and CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.5 (08-03)

    The facility's use of seat belts was not age appropriate for children being transported who required safety restraints. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.5 General Requirements [SR] Comments: During the inspection, the director stated to the licensing specialist the child was in a booster seat asleep in the second row. The director brought this standard back in compliance at the time of inspection by providing a car seat not a booster seat for the child to be transported in. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.5 Seat Belt/Child Restraints: Each child, when transported, must be seated in a back seat in an individual factory installed seat belt or federally approved child safety restraint. The child safety restraint must be installed, secured and used in accordance with the manufacturers instructions and a copy of such instructions must be maintained (in the vehicle and/or on file). Child safety restraint must be replaced if they have been recalled, are past the manufacturers date of use expiration date, or have been involved in a crash that meets the U.S. Department of Transportation crash severity criteria or the manufacturers criteria for replacement of restraints after a crash, as referenced in Caring for Our Children Basics Health and Safety Foundations for Early Care and Education, which is incorporated by in 65C- 22.001(7)(v), F.A.C. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-05-22. View official inspection document (report 99a3b7c5-95eb-4de0-bd12-488571afb6cc)

    Corrected at inspection
  8. High riskStandard 085/22/2026

    08. Seat Belts/Child Restraints CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 and CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.5 (08-01)

    The vehicle had operating seat belts and/or safety restraints for [10] children and [13] children were transported at one time. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.5 General Requirements [SR] Comments: During the inspection, when the licensing specialist observed the 04 Chevy Express (190074) there were only 10 working seat belts. Then the Licensing Specialist observed the transportation logs for the 04 Chevy Express (190074). The licensing specialist observed May 18, 2026, in the morning drop off there were 13 children checked in on the log. On May 19, 2026, in the morning drop off there were 12 children checked in on the log. On May 20, 2026, in the morning drop off there were 14 children checked in on the log. On May 21, 2026 (the day the complaint happened) in the morning drop off there were 12 children checked in on the log. On May 22, 2026, in the morning drop off there were 12 children checked in on the log. The director brought this standard back in compliance at the time of inspection the director stated they were not going to use the seats that do not have a working seatbelt until she has them fixed. She stated that she was going to see if she could get the seat belt repaired over the weekend. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.5 Seat Belt/Child Restraints: Each child, when transported, must be seated in a back seat in an individual factory installed seat belt or federally approved child safety restraint. The child safety restraint must be installed, secured and used in accordance with the manufacturers instructions and a copy of such instructions must be maintained (in the vehicle and/or on file). Child safety restraint must be replaced if they have been recalled, are past the manufacturers date of use expiration date, or have been involved in a crash that meets the U.S. Department of Transportation crash severity criteria or the manufacturers criteria for replacement of restraints after a crash, as referenced in Caring for Our Children Basics Health and Safety Foundations for Early Care and Education, which is incorporated by in 65C- 22.001(7)(v), F.A.C. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-05-22. View official inspection document (report 99a3b7c5-95eb-4de0-bd12-488571afb6cc)

    Corrected at inspection
  9. High riskStandard 055/22/2026

    05. Transportation CCF Handbook, Section 2.5 (05-06)

    Upon arrival at the destination, the driver of the vehicle, or assigned child care personnel, and second adult failed to conduct a physical inspection and visual sweep of the vehicle to ensure that no child was left in the vehicle. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.2, F and G General Requirements [SR] Comments: During the inspection, the director stated to the licensing specialist I did not do the first or second sweep I just got my stuff went to the bathroom then left. I did not ask anyone to do the second sweep because I was in a hurry to get to my sons school. The operator brought this standard back in compliance at the time of inspection by stating they will go through the bus to check for the children and to turn the alarm off. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 2.5.2, F&G Transportation By Vehicle. F. Upon arrival at the destination by vehicle, the driver of the vehicle must: 1. Mark each child off the log as the child departs the vehicle; 2. Conduct a physical inspection and visual sweep of the vehicle interior to ensure that no child is left in the vehicle; and 3. Record, sign, and date the transportation log immediately, verifying that all children were accounted for, and that the visual sweep was conducted. 4. Ensure that a second child care personnel conducts a second visual sweep, signs and dates the transportation log verifying that all children were accounted for, and that the log is complete. 5. If the provider contracts with an outside entity to provide transportation, then the provider must assign a child care personnel to perform the duties of the driver outlined above in numbers 1-3. G. Upon arrival at the destination by vehicle, a second and different child care personnel must: 1. Conduct a physical inspection and visual sweep of the vehicle to ensure that no child is left in the vehicle; and 2. Sign, date and record the transportation log immediately, verifying that all children were accounted for, and that the log is complete. 06. Driver's License, Physician Certification & First Aid/CPR Training CCF Handbook, Section 2.5 and CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 Not Monitored 07. Vehicle Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 Not Monitored Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-05-22. View official inspection document (report 99a3b7c5-95eb-4de0-bd12-488571afb6cc)

    Corrected at inspection
  10. High riskStandard 055/22/2026

    05. Transportation CCF Handbook, Section 2.5 (05-05)

    Upon arrival at the destination, it was determined that the driver of the vehicle, or assigned child care personnel, failed to mark each child off the log as children departed the vehicle. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.2, F General Requirements [SR] Comments: During the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed the transportation log, and the child was not marked on or off the bus the day of the incident. The director was given until June 26, 2026, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 2.5.2, F Transportation By Vehicle. F. Upon arrival at the destination by vehicle, the driver of the vehicle must: 1. Mark each child off the log as the child departs the vehicle; 2. Conduct a physical inspection and visual sweep of the vehicle interior to ensure that no child is left in the vehicle; and 3. Record, sign, and date the transportation log immediately, verifying that all children were accounted for, and that the visual sweep was conducted. 4. Ensure that a second child care personnel conducts a second visual sweep, signs and dates the transportation log verifying that all children were accounted for, and that the log is complete. 5. If the provider contracts with an outside entity to provide transportation, then the provider must assign a child care personnel to perform the duties of the driver outlined above in numbers 1-3. Due: 6/26/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-05-22. View official inspection document (report 99a3b7c5-95eb-4de0-bd12-488571afb6cc)

    Not corrected
  11. High riskStandard 045/22/2026

    04. Supervision CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 (04-10)

    A child was left without child care personnel supervision inside or outside the facility, in a vehicle, or at a field trip location away from the facility. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4.1, B General Requirements [SR] Comments: During the inspection, the director stated to the licensing specialist the assistant director called me, and she said the child was left in the van and was standing in the parking lot. The assistant director stated that the childs teachers in the afternoon were the ones that found her standing alone in the parking spot next to the road and the van. The operator brought this standard back in compliance at the time of inspection by bringing the child back to the teachers that are her teachers in the afternoon. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 2.4.1,B General Supervision Requirements 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 2026-05-22. View official inspection document (report 99a3b7c5-95eb-4de0-bd12-488571afb6cc)

    Corrected at inspection
  12. Medium riskStandard 175/21/2026

    17. Outdoor Play Area/Fencing CCF Handbook, Section 3.5 (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 Physical Environment [SR] Comments: During the inspection, the provider stated they opened the wooden gate to playground and put up a baby gate so they could get the air to flow because it is hot. The director brought this standard back in compliance at the time of inspection by removing the baby gate and closing the gate which is 4 feet in height. During the inspection, 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. 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 Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-05-21. View official inspection document (report fbc01052-fedc-4b90-8a9d-55c1d8baa922)

    Corrected at inspection

2025

  1. Medium-High riskStandard 338/20/2025

    33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 CCF Handbook, Section 4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Comments: During the time of inspection, the Owner/Operator/Director advised the Licensing Specialist that there are 12 employees. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 12 of the 12 employee records. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed one employee that did not have 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. The provider has until 9/19/2025 to bring the standard back into compliance. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.2 Pursuant to Section 402.305(2)(e)5., F.S., all child care personnel must complete a single course of training in early literacy and language development of children ages birth through five years that is a minimum of five clock hours or .5 CEUs. Early literacy training must be completed within 12 months of date of employment in the child care industry. Proof of completion may be documented on a certificate of course completion, classroom transcript, or diploma. Child care personnel must complete one of the following: A. One of the Departments online literacy courses available on the Departments website. B. One of the Departments approved literacy courses. A list of these courses can be obtained from the Departments website. (No additional courses will be approved by the Department.) C. One college level early literacy course (for credit or non-credit) if taken within the last five years. CCF Handbook, Section 4.5, C Early literacy courses and school-age training documentation must be uploaded into the Florida Pathways (Registry), which may be accessed from the Departments website at www.myflfamilies.com/childcare. Due: 9/19/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-08-20. View official inspection document (report 818055fc-ab62-4b17-9599-707ba1cd62a9)

    Not corrected
  2. High riskStandard 448/20/2025

    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 the inspection, the Owner/Operator/Director advised the Licensing Specialist that there are currently [12] employees. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored [12] of the [12] employees records. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed 2 employees did not include a CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form signed annually. During the time of the inspection, the standard was brought back into compliance in that the 2 employees signed a CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, C Records must be maintained and kept current on all child care personnel, as defined by Section 402.302 (3), F.S. These records shall be on-site, available for review by the licensing authority and must include: 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. Compliance 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 roster. Please keep your roster current in the Clearinghouse to avoid confusion on expiration dates, or unwanted notifications. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist reviewed the Background Screening Clearinghouse Roster. 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 2025-08-20. View official inspection document (report 818055fc-ab62-4b17-9599-707ba1cd62a9)

    Corrected at inspection
  3. Medium-High riskStandard 428/20/2025

    42. (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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: During the time of the inspection, the Owner/Operator/Director advised the Licensing Specialist that there are currently [108] children enrolled. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored [108] of the [108] childrens records. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed two children with Student Health Examinations on file that were over two years old. Child one had a Student Medical Evaluation last completed on 4/23/2023. Child two had a Student Medical Evaluation last completed on 6/16/2023. The provider has until 9/19/2025 to bring the standard back into compliance. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 The child care facility is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed Student Health Examination form DH 3040, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(q), F.A.C. and may be obtained from the local county health department, the parent or legal guardian, or a signed statement by authorized professionals that indicate the results of the components of the Student Health Examination form are included in the health examination. B. The Student Health Examination or the signed statement is valid for two years from the date the physical was performed. An up-to-date version must be on file for as long as the child is enrolled at the facility. Compliance Comments During the time of the inspection, the Owner/Operator/Director advised the Licensing Specialist that there are currently [108] children enrolled. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored [108] of the [108] childrens records. 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) Compliance Due: 9/19/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-08-20. View official inspection document (report 818055fc-ab62-4b17-9599-707ba1cd62a9)

    Not corrected
  4. Medium-High riskStandard 408/20/2025

    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 time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that one child had one medication in the facility that had an expiration date of 06/2025. The Licensing Specialist also observed a second child that had one medication in the facility that had an expiration date of 02/2023. The standard was brought back into compliance during the time of the inspection in that the Director discarded the expired medications; therefore, this is being marked as resolved at time of inspection. CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, 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 Compliance Comments During the time of the inspection, the Owner/Operator/Director advised the Licensing Specialist that there are currently [108] children enrolled. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored [108] of the [108] childrens records. 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) Noncompliance Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-08-20. View official inspection document (report 818055fc-ab62-4b17-9599-707ba1cd62a9)

    Corrected at inspection
  5. Medium-High riskStandard 238/20/2025

    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 [for the months of June, July, and August 2025]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.4, A (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: During the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed the fire extinguisher was last serviced in July 2025, and the annual fire inspection was conducted on 7/9/2025. During the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed the last fire drill was conducted on 5/9/2025. The standard was brought back into compliance during the inspection in that the facility conducted a fire drill during the inspection in the presence of the Licensing Specialist. There was a total of 11 adults, 42 children at the time of the fire drill. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.4, A 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. FOOD AND NUTRITION 24. Food Preparation Area CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-08-20. View official inspection document (report 818055fc-ab62-4b17-9599-707ba1cd62a9)

    Corrected at inspection
  6. Medium-High riskStandard 138/20/2025

    13. (13-02)

    The facilitys storage of harmful items including cleaning supplies, flammable products, and poisonous, toxic and hazardous materials allowed access by children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: During the time of the inspection, in the VPK classroom, the Licensing Specialist observed a blue cup on the table where a child was seated and having breakfast. The Licensing Specialist asked the teacher what was inside the cup. The teacher responded, "It has hot coffee". Photos were taken at time of inspection. The standard was brought back into compliance during the inspection in that the teacher removed the cup from the table and put it inside a closet out of reach of children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B: All potentially harmful items, including cleaning supplies, flammable products, poisonous, toxic, and hazardous materials, must be labeled and used according to manufacturers recommendation. These items, as well as knives, sharp tools, and other potentially dangerous hazards, must be stored in a locked area or must be inaccessible and out of a childs reach 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 Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-08-20. View official inspection document (report 818055fc-ab62-4b17-9599-707ba1cd62a9)

    Corrected at inspection

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About this daycare

  • Location: PALMETTO, MANATEE County
  • Capacity: 140
  • Type: Child Care Facility

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