CRPE Academy
SARASOTA, FL·Child Care FacilityLicensed
Contact information
Address1621 66th Avenue Ter E, Sarasota FL, 34243
CountyMANATEE
Phone9412422515
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 5:00PM
Capacity131
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 12/11/2024 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High9
- Medium-High5
- Medium10
- Medium-Low1
- Low0
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1621 66th Avenue Ter E, Sarasota FL, 34243, SARASOTA, FL 34243
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Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 12/11/2024
- High6
- Medium-High2
- Medium2
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2024
- Medium-High riskStandard 4612/11/2024
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: 46-3:During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the infant and the three year old classroom did not have an accurate attendance. The director stated that the facility uses Brightwheel to track attendances and that the teachers have access to Brightwheel on the tablet or on their cell phones. The director stated that at around 9:00 am, staff will use a paper attendance as well. During the inspection, the teachers in the infant classroom and three year old classroom could not log into Brightwheel and the paper attendance was blank. During the inspection, staff signed the children in on the paper application. This is being marked corrected at the time of the inspection. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 7.5, B Attendance devices used for the purposes of tracking attendance may be used, but personnel must ensure the accuracy of the documented attendance. Each classroom must have an attendance sheet/class roster for the group of children occupying that space. Attendance sheet/class roster must accompany the child care personnel and the group of children throughout the day should they leave the classroom. 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 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-12-11. View official inspection document (report 5008468c-dbee-48a4-97a2-a95f01857e8a)
Not corrected - High riskStandard 2412/11/2024
24. (24-18)
Stored food was not consumed or discarded on or before the expiration date listed by the manufacturer. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR] Comments: 24-18: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that there were 3 milks in the refrigerator were past their expiration date. During the inspection, the director discarded the milks. This is being marked corrected at the time of the inspection. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, B Stored food must be consumed or discarded on or before the expiration dates listed by the manufacturer. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-12-11. View official inspection document (report 5008468c-dbee-48a4-97a2-a95f01857e8a)
Not corrected - High riskStandard 0412/11/2024
04. Supervision CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (04-01)
Supervision of children in the [four year old/five year old ] group was inadequate in that [tge one teacher in classroom left the children unsupervised when she left the classroom to answer the front door. ]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR] Comments: 4-01: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the children in the four year old/five year old classroom was inadequately supervised, in that there was one teacher in classroom that left the children unsupervised when she left the classroom to answer the front door. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist stated that the teacher cannot leave the children unattended. The teacher came back into the classroom. This is being marked corrected at the time of the inspection. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 2.4, General Supervision Requirements A. Child care personnel must position themselves in the outdoor play area so that all children can be observed and directly supervised. 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. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-12-11. View official inspection document (report 5008468c-dbee-48a4-97a2-a95f01857e8a)
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 3412/11/2024
34. (34-01)
During a previous inspection licensing specialist observed that the facility did not have enough credentialed staff. During the reinspection licensing specialist observed that only one staff member has a staff credential. During the reinspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the facility had 32 children in site and was required to have 1 staff credentialed employee on site. Licensing Specialist observed that the facility had 1 staff credentialed employee on site. This is being marked compliant. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-12-11. View official inspection document (report 4bdc92ed-f2a1-4094-9463-4135f09c022b)
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 3312/11/2024
33. (33-06)
During a previous inspection licensing specialist observed that one staff member did not have the 5-hour ELC training completed. Upon reinspection this staff member still has not completed the training. During the reinspection, Licensing Specialist observed that one staff is no longer child care personnel and had been moved to other personnel (in the kitchen and cleaning) and one child care personnel had completed the 5 hour early literacy training. Licensing Specialist observed one child care personnel that did not complete the 5 hour early literacy training within 12 months of their hire date. The director advised that the 1 child care personnel that did not complete the early literacy works with the after school children. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook 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. 33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 CCF Handbook, Section 4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored Compliance Comments Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-12-11. View official inspection document (report 4bdc92ed-f2a1-4094-9463-4135f09c022b)
Not corrected - High riskStandard 3212/11/2024
32. (32-07)
During the previous inspection, Licensing Specialist observed on the playground the mulch under the jungle gym with the blue slide(saw the ground)/the climber(saw the ground)/blue climber(saw the ground), green and red swing there was no mulch, jungle gym with the yellow slide(saw the ground) and the green swing (there was mulch but only a top layer. During the reinspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the depth of mulch and sand combination met the 6 inch depth requirements. This is being marked compliant. 32. Outdoor Equipment CCF Handbook, Section 3.12 CCF Handbook, Section 3.12 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance TRAINING Not Monitored Comments The standard is being marked Not Monitored and TA is being provided due to the provider being within their 21 day appeal timeframe for their administrative complaint that was deceived on 12/4/2024. 33-01: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed 2 child care personnel did not complete the DCF 40 hours of introductory training within 12 months the 40 hour training start date, exceeding 15 months. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 4.2.1 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) Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-12-11. View official inspection document (report 4bdc92ed-f2a1-4094-9463-4135f09c022b)
Not corrected - High riskStandard 2412/11/2024
24. (24-23)
During the previous inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the refrigerator in the 1 year old room was reading at 50 degree. During the reinspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the refrigerator in the one year old classroom was 40 degrees F. This is being marked compliant. 24. Food Preparation Area CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 25. Meals and Snacks CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 26. Meal and Snack Menus CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3 & Section 7 CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3 & Section 7 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 27. Catered Food and Food Provided by Outside Sources CCF Handbook, Section 7 & Section 3.9.3 CCF Handbook, Section 7 & Section 3.9.3 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 28. Bottles, Breastmilk, Formula and Infant Food CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT 29. Health and Sanitation CCF Handbook, Section 3.6, 3.9, and 3.10 CCF Handbook, Section 3.6, 3.9, and 3.10 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 30. Diapering CCF Handbook, Section 3.10 CCF Handbook, Section 3.10 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 31. Indoor Equipment CCF Handbook, Section 3.11 CCF Handbook, Section 3.11 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored Compliance Comments Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-12-11. View official inspection document (report 4bdc92ed-f2a1-4094-9463-4135f09c022b)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 1712/11/2024
17. (17-07)
During the previous inspection, Licensing Specialist observed on the playground the base of the fence had a gap that measure 5 inches. The gap was close to the road on the right side of gate. During the reinspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the fence was repaired and had no gaps that exceeded 3.5 inches. This is being marked compliant. 17. Outdoor Play Area/Fencing CCF Handbook, Section 3.5 CCF Handbook, Section 3.5 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 18. Bedding and Linens CCF Handbook, Section 3.6 CCF Handbook, Section 3.6 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 19. Nap/Sleep Space Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.2 CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.2 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 20. Crib Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 3.6 CCF Handbook, Section 3.6 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 21. Restrooms and Bath Facilities CCF Handbook, Section 3.7 CCF Handbook, Section 3.7 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 22. Operable Phone CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.1 CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.1 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 23. Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness CCF Handbook, Section 3.8 CCF Handbook, Section 3.8 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored FOOD AND NUTRITION Compliance Comments Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-12-11. View official inspection document (report 4bdc92ed-f2a1-4094-9463-4135f09c022b)
Not corrected - High riskStandard 1212/11/2024
12. (12-02)
During the previous inspection, Licensing Specialist observed paint peeling in the infant room on the wall by the fire alarm (right side of room). In the infant room a hole at the bottom of the 1st entrance door on the inside left side of the door there are sharp edges. Outside of the two year old's room at the bottom left side of the door there is a hole that has nails sticking out and sharp pieces. During the reinspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the facility was in good repair. This is being marked compliant. 12. Facility Environment CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 13. Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons CCF Handbook, Section 3.2 CCF Handbook, Section 3.2 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 14. Lighting, Temperature, and Ventilation CCF Handbook, Section 3.3 CCF Handbook, Section 3.3 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 15. Licensed Capacity CCF Handbook , Section 3.4 CCF Handbook , Section 3.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 16. Indoor Floor Space CCF Handbook, Section 3.4 CCF Handbook, Section 3.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored Compliance Comments Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-12-11. View official inspection document (report 4bdc92ed-f2a1-4094-9463-4135f09c022b)
Not corrected - High riskStandard 0312/11/2024
03. Ratio Sufficient CCF Handbook, Section 2.3 CCF Handbook, Section 2.3 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (03-01)
A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [6] children is required. A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [11] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR] Comments: 1:3 infants 1:11 one year olds and three year olds (out of ratio) 1:7 two year olds 1:11 four year olds, five year olds and school age 1 director Corrected ratio 1:3 infants 1:3 one year olds 1:7 two year olds 1:8 three year olds 1:11 four year olds, five year olds and school age 1 director 3-1: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed, in the three year old classroom,, there were 3 one year olds and 8 three year olds with one teacher. During the inspection, the one year old teacher arrived and took the one year olds to their classroom, making the ratio 1:8 three year olds and 1:3 one year olds. This is being marked corrected at the time of the inspection. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, (4) STAFF-TO-CHILDREN RATIO. (a) Minimum standards for the care of children in a licensed child care facility as established by rule of the department must include: 1. For children from birth through 1 year of age, there must be one child care personnel for every four children. 2. For children 1 year of age or older, but under 2 years of age, there must be one child care personnel for every six children. 3. For children 2 years of age or older, but under 3 years of age, there must be one child care personnel for every 11 children. 4. For children 3 years of age or older, but under 4 years of age, there must be one child care personnel for every 15 children. 5. For children 4 years of age or older, but under 5 years of age, there must be one child care personnel for every 20 children. 6. For children 5 years of age or older, there must be one child care personnel for every 25 children. 7. When children 2 years of age and older are in care, the staff-to-children ratio shall be based on the age group with the largest number of children within the group. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-12-11. View official inspection document (report 4bdc92ed-f2a1-4094-9463-4135f09c022b)
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About this daycare
- Location: SARASOTA, MANATEE County
- Capacity: 131
- Type: Child Care Facility
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