Free To Grow Academy Inc

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

Child care personnel failed to ensure arrival and departure times were complete and accurate at the time of arrival or departure. CCF Handbook, Section 7.5, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed Child care personnel failed to ensure arrival and departure times were complete and accurate at the time of arrival or departure in that there was one child present at the facility that was not listed as present on the attendance roster. The Owner/Operator/Director advised the Licensing Specialist the custodial parent or guardian documents the time when his/her child enters and departs the child care facility or program. This standard was resolved at the time of the inspection in that the Owner/Operator/Director listed the child as signed in on the attendance roster. CCF Handbook, Section 7.5, B The custodial parent or guardian may document the time when his/her child enters and departs the child care facility or program. ENFORCEMENT Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-12-29. View official inspection document (report c2036433-362a-4eb0-9ab6-8912312d0755)

41. (41-02)

The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 (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 20 children enrolled. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 20 of the 20 childrens records. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed 4 children files with an expired Florida Certificate of immunization. The provider has been given until 1/29/2026 to bring this standard back into compliance. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1: The child care facility is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed Florida Certification of Immunization form Part A-1, B, or C, DH 680, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(o), F.A.C., or the Religious Exemption from Immunization form, DH 681, which is incorporated by reference in 65C[if !supportFootnotes][1] 22.001(7)(p), F.A.C., from the custodial parent or legal guardian. DH Form 680 and DH Form 681 may be obtained from the local county health department. Specific immunization requirements are included and detailed in the most current edition of the Immunization Guidelines-Florida Schools, Child Care Facilities and Family Day Care Homes as promulgated by the Florida Department of Health. 42. Student Health and Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 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 Compliance Comments During the time of the inspection, the Owner/Operator/Director advised the Licensing Specialist that there are currently 6 employees. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 6 of the 6 employees records. Due: 1/29/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-12-29. View official inspection document (report c2036433-362a-4eb0-9ab6-8912312d0755)

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

Child care personnel did not complete preservice training requirements prior to unsupervised contact with or care of children or, if supervised, within 90 days of beginning employment or service with the provider. (Section 3.1 and 3.2 Training Requirements, Page 7) [SR] Comments: During the time of inspection, the Owner/Operator/Director advised the Licensing Specialist that there are 6 employees. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 6 of the 6 employee records. The Licensing Specialist reviewed 10 hours of annual in- service, completed, for all child care personnel for the 2024/2025 fiscal year. REMINDER: In-service training for 2025/2026 fiscal year must be completed before July 1, 2026. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed 3 child care personnel did not complete preservice training requirements within 90 days of beginning employment or service with the provider. The provider has been given until 1/29/2026 to bring this standard back into compliance. School Readiness Health and Safety Handbook Section 3.1: Child care personnel must successfully complete the preservice training coursework described in this section, as applicable. All child care personnel must complete these preservice training requirements within 90 days of initial employment with any School Readiness provider. This timeframe does not start over if personnel change employment to another School Readiness provider within this initial 90 days. Personnel who have not completed all preservice training requirements are not allowed any unsupervised contact with or care of children in a School Readiness program. Due: 1/29/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-12-29. View official inspection document (report c2036433-362a-4eb0-9ab6-8912312d0755)

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: During the time of the inspection, the Owner/Operator/Director advised the Licensing Specialist that the facility is a Food Program participant providing food to the children in their care. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed Stored food was not consumed or discarded on or before the expiration date listed by the manufacturer. The Licensing Specialist observed Sara Lee hamburger buns that had expired on 12/11/2025, Sara Lee hotdog buns that had expired on 12/14/2025, and Homestyle Jumo Pack fajita flour tortillas that had expired on 10/29/2025. This standard was resolved at the time of the inspection in that the Owner/Operator/Director discarded the expired stored foods. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, B Stored food must be consumed or discarded on or before the expiration dates listed by the manufacturer. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-12-29. View official inspection document (report c2036433-362a-4eb0-9ab6-8912312d0755)

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 time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed, on the facilitys outdoor play area underneath the tree next to the tables, there was a large mushroom on the ground. The mushroom measured at approximately 6 inches in length, 6 inches in width, and 1 inch in height. The mushroom was yellow and brown in color and had a white substance on top. A photo was taken at the time of the inspection. This standard was resolved at the time of the inspection in that the Owner/Operator/Director removed and disposed of the mushroom. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A The outdoor play area must be clean and free from litter, nails, glass and other hazards. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-12-29. View official inspection document (report c2036433-362a-4eb0-9ab6-8912312d0755)

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, the Licensing Specialist observed, in the one and two year old classroom, the lower left cabinet to the right of the fridge was unlocked and contained several bottles of hand sand sanitizer within reach of children. This standard was resolved at the time of the inspection in that the Owner/Operator/Director put a lock on the cabinet containing the hand sanitizer. 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 2025-12-29. View official inspection document (report c2036433-362a-4eb0-9ab6-8912312d0755)

33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 CCF Handbook, Section 4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (33-03)

The facility did not have documentation to show child care personnel had begun the introductory training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Comments: During the time of inspection, the Director advised the Licensing Specialist that there 7 employees. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 7 of the 7 employee records. REMINDER: In-service training for 2024/2025 fiscal year must be completed before July 1, 2025. The owner brought this standard back in compliance at the time of inspection by having her staff member start the classes. When the Licensing Specialist was reviewing the files the licensing specialist observed one personnel did not finish her 40-hour training. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 4.1 Beginning Training Childcare personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month must begin training within 90 days of employment in the childcare industry and successfully complete Departments training within 12 months from the date training begins. Training taken prior to employment in the childcare industry does not constitute begin training. The begin training timeframes begin at the time of employment in the childcare industry. Training completion may not exceed 15 months from the date of employment in the childcare industry in any licensed Florida childcare 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 childcare training course, or by receiving results from a department-approved competency examination. The childcare program is responsible for obtaining training documentation from childcare personnel. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-11-20. View official inspection document (report 999e7cd1-a1e7-44b8-9928-ff2d2734e90f)

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 in the hallway by the exit Door to the playground the blue double door closet the door on the right has a screw sticking out. In the hallway the corner of the wall by the bathroom the paint is peeling. In classroom 5 the door to the white and green cabinet(sink) is coming off the henge. The owner was given until March 14, 2023, 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 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 2024-11-20. View official inspection document (report 999e7cd1-a1e7-44b8-9928-ff2d2734e90f)

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, Licensing Specialist observed in classrooms 4 and 5 there were mats that were ripped and exposing the foam. The owner was given until December 20, 2024, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, 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. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-11-20. View official inspection document (report 999e7cd1-a1e7-44b8-9928-ff2d2734e90f)

23. (23-02)

The facility did not have a current and approved annual fire safety inspection by the local fire authority. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, A (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: The last fire drill was conducted on 11/20/24. During the inspection, a fire drill was conducted in the presence of the Licensing Specialist. The fire extinguisher certification(s) are valid until 11/2025. The annual fire inspection was conducted on 11/14/23. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the fire inspection was not conducted annually in that the last inspection was conducted on 11/14/23. The owner was given until December 4, 2024, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook 3.8.2 Fire Safety Unless statutorily exempted, all childcare facilities must conform to state standards adopted by the State Fire Marshal, Chapter 69A-36, F.A.C., Uniform Standards for Life Safety and Fire Prevention in Child Care Facilities. A copy of the current and approved annual fire inspection report completed by a certified fire inspector must be on file with the licensing authority. If the program is granted a fire inspection exemption by the local fire inspection office, the exemption must be documented and maintained on file at the program FOOD AND NUTRITION Compliance Comments 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. 24. Food Preparation Area CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-11-20. View official inspection document (report 999e7cd1-a1e7-44b8-9928-ff2d2734e90f)

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

Child care personnel did not complete preservice training requirements prior to unsupervised contact with or care of children or, if supervised, within 90 days of beginning employment or service with the provider. (Section 3.1 and 3.2 Training Requirements, Page 7) [SR] Comments: During the time of inspection, the Owner advised the Licensing Specialist that there 7 employees. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 7 of the 7 employee records. The owner was given until December 20, 2024, to come into compliance with this standard. When the Licensing Specialist was reviewing the files the licensing specialist observed one personnel did not their School Readiness training within the 90 days. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, School Readiness Program Health and Safety Standards Handbook Section 3.1 Preservice. Child care personnel must successfully complete the preservice training coursework described in this section, as applicable. All child care personnel must complete these preservice training requirements within 90 days of initial employment with any School Readiness provider. This timeframe does not start over if personnel change employment to another School Readiness provider within this initial 90 days. Personnel who have not completed all preservice training requirements are not allowed any unsupervised contact with or care of children in a School Readiness program. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-11-20. View official inspection document (report 999e7cd1-a1e7-44b8-9928-ff2d2734e90f)