Teachable Moments Learning Center LLC
BRADENTON, FL·Child Care FacilityLicensed
Contact information
Address3005 26th St W, Bradenton FL, 34205
CountyMANATEE
Phone9419001022
Operating details
HoursMon 6:00AM to 6:00PM; Tue 6:00AM to 6:00PM; Wed 6:00AM to 6:00PM; Thu 6:00AM to 6:00PM; Fri 6:00AM to 6:00PM
Capacity108
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 10/30/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
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- Medium1
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
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Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 10/30/2025
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2025
- High riskStandard 0510/30/2025
05. Transportation CCF Handbook, Section 2.5 CCF Handbook, Section 2.5 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR] Comments: During the time of inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed, 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. This standard is being marked as resolved at the time of the inspection. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.2, 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. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.2, 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 CCF Handbook, Section 2.5 and CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 07. Vehicle Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 08. Seat Belts/Child Restraints CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 and CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.5 CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 and CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.5 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 09. Planned Activities CCF Handbook, Section 2.6 CCF Handbook, Section 2.6 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 10. Field Trip Permission CCF Handbook, Section 2.7 CCF Handbook, Section 2.7 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 11. Child Discipline CCF Handbook, Section 2.8 CCF Handbook, Section 2.8 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-10-30. View official inspection document (report 352363ee-e0e2-473f-90f7-d8d23ade521b)
Corrected at inspection - High riskStandard 0510/30/2025
05. Transportation CCF Handbook, Section 2.5 CCF Handbook, Section 2.5 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (05-04)
The facility's transportation log did not include [the date and time of departure, time of arrival at the destination, the signature of the driver, the signature of a second child care personnel or person(s) authorized by the provider to verify the transportation log and that all children have arrived safely and left the vehicle]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.2 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR] Comments: During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed the facility's transportation log did not include: the date and time of departure, time of arrival at the destination, the signature of the driver, the signature of a second child care personnel or person(s) authorized by the provider to verify the transportation log and that all children have arrived safely and left the vehicle. This standard is being marked as resolved at time of inspection. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.2 A log must be maintained for all children being transported in a vehicle or on foot away from and/or to the premises of the child care facility. The log must be retained on file at the facility for a minimum of 12 months and available for review by the licensing authority. The log must include: 1. Each childs name, 2. The date and time of departure, 3. Time of arrival at the destination, 4. The signature of the driver (or in the case of travelling on foot, the signature of the child care personnel), and 5. The signature of a second child care personnel or person(s) authorized by the provider to verify the transportation log and that all children have arrived safely and left the vehicle (if applicable). Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-10-30. View official inspection document (report 352363ee-e0e2-473f-90f7-d8d23ade521b)
Corrected at inspection - High riskStandard 0410/30/2025
04. Supervision CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (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 (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR] Comments: During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed a child was left without child care personnel supervision in a vehicle while at a field trip location away from the facility. This is being marked as corrected at time of inspection. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4.1, B Child care personnel must be assigned to provide direct supervision to a specific group of children and be with that group of children at all times. Children must never be left without child care personnel supervision inside or outside the facility, in a vehicle, or at a field trip location. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-10-30. View official inspection document (report 352363ee-e0e2-473f-90f7-d8d23ade521b)
Corrected at inspection - Medium-High riskStandard 409/3/2025
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, in the infant room, the Licensing Specialist observed two medications that had expired. Medication one had an expiration date of 05/2024, and Medication two had an expiration date of 06/2025. During the time of the inspection, the standard was brought back into compliance in that the Director disposed of the expired medications. CCF Handbook 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 81 children enrolled. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 81 of the 81 childrens records. 41. Immunization Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 (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 81 children enrolled. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 81 of the 81 childrens records. 42. Student Health and Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-09-03. View official inspection document (report 0b79ecb3-5e86-4526-bfd3-9fd01ee15dce)
Corrected at inspection - High riskStandard 339/3/2025
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 24 employees. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 24 of the 24 employee records. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed 4 childcare personnel that did not complete preservice training requirements within 90 days of beginning employment with the provider. One childcare personnel who did not complete all preservice training requirements was unsupervised while caring for children in a school readiness program. The provider has until 10/3/2025 to bring the standard back into compliance. School Readiness Program Health and Safety Standards Handbook 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: 10/3/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-09-03. View official inspection document (report 0b79ecb3-5e86-4526-bfd3-9fd01ee15dce)
Not corrected - High riskStandard 339/3/2025
33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 CCF Handbook, Section 4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (33-10)
The facility did not have documented proof that child care personnel participating in the transportation of children were trained on safe transportation practices prior to participating in transportation of children. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.6 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Training [SR] Comments: The Owner/Operator/Director advised the Licensing Specialist that there are 24 employees. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 24 of the 24 employee records. The Owner/Operator/Director advised that there are 5 drivers. Driver 1s license will expire on 6/10/2028, physical was conducted on 6/15/2025, and the CPR and First Aid certificate is valid until 8/31/2026. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed Driver 1 did not have complete training on safe transportation practices prior to participating in the transportation of children. The provider has until 10/03/2025 to bring the standard back into compliance. CCF Handbook 4.2.6: All child care personnel participating in the transportation of children must have training regarding guidance on safe transportation practices prior to participating in transportation of children. For child care personnel to satisfy this requirement the training must be accomplished through the Departments Transportation Safety course or the Early Learning Floridas Precautions in Transporting Children course. Child care personnel working at a facility currently providing transportation must complete training by April 1, 2020. Documentation of training must be maintained on the training transcript in the child care personnel file. Due: 10/3/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-09-03. View official inspection document (report 0b79ecb3-5e86-4526-bfd3-9fd01ee15dce)
Not corrected - High riskStandard 249/3/2025
24. (24-13)
Child care personnel working in the food preparation area did not wear proper head covering. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.1, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR] Comments: During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed a personnel member working in the food service preparation area that did not wear proper head covering. The provider has until 10/3/2025 to bring this standard back into compliance. CCF Handbook 3.9.1 B: Child care personnel, while working in the food preparation area, must wear proper head covering, such as a hair net or hat. To prevent contact with ready to eat foods, child care personnel must use clean disposable gloves, utensils, or similar items in the food preparation area. Due: 10/3/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-09-03. View official inspection document (report 0b79ecb3-5e86-4526-bfd3-9fd01ee15dce)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 239/3/2025
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 [during the month of August]. 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 on August 2025, and the annual fire inspection was conducted on 8/11/2025. During the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed the last fire drill was conducted on 7/15/2025. The standard was brought back into compliance during the inspection in that a fire drill was conducted in the presence of the Licensing Specialist. The fire drill was conducted during naptime. There was a total of 15 adults, 81 children at the time of the fire drill. CCF Handbook 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) Noncompliance Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-09-03. View official inspection document (report 0b79ecb3-5e86-4526-bfd3-9fd01ee15dce)
Corrected at inspection - Medium-High riskStandard 199/3/2025
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 time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed 1 of the one-year-old classrooms, 1 of the two-year-old classrooms, and 1 of the three-year-old classrooms did not maintain a minimum distance of 18 inches between each napping/sleeping space. A photo was taken at the time of inspection. The provider has until 10/03/2025 to bring the standard back into compliance. CCF Handbook 3.6.2 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: 10/3/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-09-03. View official inspection document (report 0b79ecb3-5e86-4526-bfd3-9fd01ee15dce)
Not corrected - High riskStandard 049/3/2025
04. Supervision CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (04-01)
Supervision of children in the [VPK] group was inadequate in that [a child was in the bathroom across the hall alone not in view of the teacher.]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR] Comments: During the time of the inspection, in the VPK room, the Licensing Specialist observed that at 1:33 pm, a child stated that he had to use the restroom. The restroom was located directly across the hall, out of sight of the teacher. The teacher then allowed the child to walk over to the bathroom, and the teacher did not watch the child walk into the bathroom. The teacher then proceeded to walk across the room looking away from the bathroom, and nobody was in line of sight of the child in the bathroom. At 1:36 pm, another teacher walking by found the child sitting on the floor of the bathroom. The director walked past shortly after. The teacher of the VPK room then stated to the director, Oh, I was going to call you over to help me. The standard was brought back into compliance when the teacher walking by stayed with the child in the bathroom and then escorted him back to his class. CCF Handbook 2.4.1 B: Child care personnel must be assigned to provide direct supervision to a specific group of children and be with that group of children at all times. Children must never be left without child care personnel supervision inside or outside the facility, in a vehicle, or at a field trip location. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-09-03. View official inspection document (report 0b79ecb3-5e86-4526-bfd3-9fd01ee15dce)
Corrected at inspection - High riskStandard 038/8/2025
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 [4] children is required. A ratio of [2] child care personnel for [9] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR] Comments: First observed ratio 2:9 infants (out of ratio) 1:6 one year olds 1:6 one year olds 1:4 two year olds 1:7 two year olds 1:6 two year olds 1:10 three year olds 1:12 three year olds 1:10 school age 1:10 schoolage 3 staff Second observed ratio 3:9 infants 1:6 one year olds 1:6 one year olds 1:4 two year olds 1:7 two year olds 1:6 two year olds 1:10 three year olds 1:12 three year olds 1:10 school age 1:10 schoolage 3 staff 3-1: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the infant classroom was out of ratio, in that there were 2 teachers with 9 infants. One of the infant teachers said that that last child that came into the room arrived 5 minutes ago. During the inspection, one infant was removed from the classroom and was with the director until the 3rd infant teacher arrived at the facility. During the inspection, the third teacher arrived making the ratio 3 teachers and 9 infants. This is being marked corrected at the time of the inspection. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, 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. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-08-08. View official inspection document (report 0f71ff67-8d6b-42b7-904f-983017e94e43)
Corrected at inspection - Medium-High riskStandard 408/8/2025
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: 40-17: During the inspection the director stated that epipen jr was expired and kept in the front office drawer. After the incident on 8/5/2025, the director discarded the medication. This is being marked corrected at the time of the inspection. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance 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 41. Immunization Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 42. Student Health and Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 43. Enrollment Information CCF Handbook, Section 7.3 & s. 402.3054(2), F.S. CCF Handbook, Section 7.3 & s. 402.3054(2), F.S. (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 44. Personnel Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 45. Background Screening Documents CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 46. Daily Attendance CCF Handbook, Section 7.5 CCF Handbook, Section 7.5 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored ENFORCEMENT 47. Access/Child Safety CCF Handbook, Section 8 CCF Handbook, Section 8 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored SCHOOL READINESS 48. Group Size (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-08-08. View official inspection document (report 0f71ff67-8d6b-42b7-904f-983017e94e43)
Corrected at inspection - Medium-High riskStandard 408/8/2025
40. Medication CCF Handbook, Section 6.5 CCF Handbook, Section 6.5 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (40-15)
Medication was not stored in either a locked area or inaccessible and out of a childs reach. CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, G (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR] Comments: 40-15: During the inspection the director stated that the Epi-Pen Jr was in the front office, in an unlocked drawer that was accessible to anyone that goes into the office. After the incident on 8/5/2025, the director discarded the medication. This is being marked corrected at the time of the inspection. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, G All medication must have child resistant caps, if applicable, and must either be stored in a locked area or must be out of any childs reach. If medication is stored in the food preparation area, it must be stored in a manner to prevent contamination of food, food contact surfaces, or medication. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-08-08. View official inspection document (report 0f71ff67-8d6b-42b7-904f-983017e94e43)
Corrected at inspection - Medium-High riskStandard 398/8/2025
39. (39-03)
Child care personnel failed to document an accident or incident on the day that it occurred. CCF Handbook, Section 6.4, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR] Comments: 39-3: During the inspection, the director stated that she did not write an incident report for the child that pricked their finger on the needle of the Epipen Jr on 8/5/2025. Licensing Specialist advised that an incident report needs to be created for the child. The director emailed a copy of the incident report. This is being marked corrected at the time of the inspection. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance CCF Handbook, Section 6.4, A All accidents and incidents or unusual occurrences that are threatening to the health, safety, or welfare of a child that occur while the child is in care must be documented on the same day they occur. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-08-08. View official inspection document (report 0f71ff67-8d6b-42b7-904f-983017e94e43)
Corrected at inspection - Medium-High riskStandard 238/8/2025
23. (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 (Section 2.4.B.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: 23-24: During the inspection Licensing Specialist determined that the director did not contact anyone within Child Care Licensing after the unusual incident that occurred on 8/5/2025. The director stated that they did not contact Licensing. This is being marked corrected at the time of the inspection. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.7 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 CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 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 Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-08-08. View official inspection document (report 0f71ff67-8d6b-42b7-904f-983017e94e43)
Corrected at inspection - High riskStandard 048/8/2025
04. Supervision CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (04-01)
Supervision of children in the [front office] group was inadequate in that [the child was in the front office and was able to grab another childs EpiPen Jr, which was kept in an unlocked drawer. The child was able to prick their finger on the needle of the EpiPen Jr. The director heard the child say look I got blood on my finger. ]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR] Comments: 4-1: During the inspection Licensing Specialist determined that the child was not being supervised 8/5/2025, in that the child was in the front office and was able to grab another childs EpiPen Jr, which was kept in an unlocked drawer. The child was able to prick their finger on the needle of the EpiPen Jr. The director heard the child say look I got blood on my finger. The director called 911 and talked with poison control and started to administer first aid. The child was looked at by EMS. This is being marked corrected at the time of the inspection. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 2.4 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 05. Transportation CCF Handbook, Section 2.5 CCF Handbook, Section 2.5 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 06. Driver's License, Physician Certification & First Aid/CPR Training CCF Handbook, Section 2.5 and CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 CCF Handbook, Section 2.5 and CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 07. Vehicle Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 08. Seat Belts/Child Restraints CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 and CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.5 CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 and CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.5 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 09. Planned Activities CCF Handbook, Section 2.6 CCF Handbook, Section 2.6 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 10. Field Trip Permission CCF Handbook, Section 2.7 CCF Handbook, Section 2.7 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 11. Child Discipline CCF Handbook, Section 2.8 CCF Handbook, Section 2.8 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT 12. Facility Environment CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 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 17. Outdoor Play Area/Fencing CCF Handbook, Section 3.5 CCF Handbook, Section 3.5 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-08-08. View official inspection document (report 0f71ff67-8d6b-42b7-904f-983017e94e43)
Corrected at inspection - High riskStandard 135/15/2025
13. Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons CCF Handbook, Section 3.2 (13-03)
Harmful items including cleaning supplies, flammable products, poisonous, toxic, and hazardous materials were accessible to children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B Physical Environment [SR] Comments: Durig the time of inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that there was a cleaning solution called Neutral Disinfectant Spray bottle on the counter in the 4 yr olds classroom that was in reach of the children. The Owner, Director was given technical assistance on the dangers this can be for the children. The Owner, Director removed the solution to a shelve that is out of the reach of the children. This brought it back into compliance. CCF Handbook 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 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-05-15. View official inspection document (report 587ca267-7967-4c9b-9424-d492f2a416c0)
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 125/15/2025
12. Facility Environment CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 (12-18)
The facility did not have electrical outlet covers or the outlet covers were not in place. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, I Physical Environment [SR] Comments: During the time of inspection, The Licensing Specialist observed three outlet covers missing in the 3/4 yr olds classroom. The Licensing Specialist gave the Owner, Director Technical Assistance. This was brought back into compliance at the time of inspection. CCF Handbook 3.1 I All accessible electrical outlets must be tamper-resistant electrical outlets that contain internal shutter mechanisms to prevent children from sticking objects into receptacles. In settings that do not have tamper-resistant electrical outlets, outlets shall have safety covers. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-05-15. View official inspection document (report 587ca267-7967-4c9b-9424-d492f2a416c0)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 471/8/2025
47. Access/Child Safety CCF Handbook, Section 8 (47-01)
Child care personnel inappropriately interacted with children in care in a manner that was aggressive, demeaning or intimidating in nature. CCF Handbook, Section 8.2, C Enforcement [SR] Comments: During the complaint inspection, Licensing Specialist reviewed the video footage and observed a teacher pulling a child out from under the castle jungle gym. The director brought this standard back in compliance at the time of inspection in that the owner let the staff know that if a child is not hurting anyone then to radio the person in charge to come help with the child. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 8.2,C Child Safety. C. Child care personnel must appropriately interact with children to foster a healthy, safe environment that will encourage the childs physical, intellectual, motor, and social development. Interactions with children that are aggressive, demeaning or intimidating in nature are strictly prohibited. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-01-08. View official inspection document (report e678f827-0d43-472b-8747-3b99d2e07193)
Not corrected
2024
- Medium-High riskStandard 409/9/2024
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: 40-17: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that there were a number of diaper creams that were expired in the older two year old classroom (1 A+D ointment, 3 Boudreauxs Butt Paste, 1 Aquaphor, 1 Destin). During the inspection, staff discarded the creams. This is being marked corrected at the time of the inspection. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, 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 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 Compliance Comments During the time of the inspection, the Owner/Operator advised the Licensing Specialist that there are currently 110 children enrolled. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 110 of the 110 childrens records. REMINDER: Influenza brochures must be provided annually between August 1st and September 30th for each enrolled child. Distracted Adult brochures must be provided semi-annually in the months of April and September for each enrolled child. 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 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-09-09. View official inspection document (report 8efbc332-d765-4886-9859-af42ca403130)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 339/9/2024
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: 33-6: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed 1 child care personnel did not complete the 5 hours of early literacy training within 12 months of the child care industry state date. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.2 and 4.5, C 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. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-09-09. View official inspection document (report 8efbc332-d765-4886-9859-af42ca403130)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 339/9/2024
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 time of inspection, the Owner/Operator/Director advised the Licensing Specialist that there 24 employees. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 24 of the 24 employee records. Counselor reviewed 10 hours of annual in-service, completed, for all child care personnel for the 2023/2024 fiscal year. REMINDER: In-service training for 2024/2025 fiscal year must be completed before July 1, 2025. 33-01: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed 2 child care personnel did not complete the competency exams for the DCF 40 hours of introductory training within 12 months of their child care industry state date, exceeding 15 months. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook Section 4.2.1 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) Due: 10/9/2024 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-09-09. View official inspection document (report 8efbc332-d765-4886-9859-af42ca403130)
Not corrected - High riskStandard 059/9/2024
05. Transportation CCF Handbook, Section 2.5 CCF Handbook, Section 2.5 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (05-04)
The facility's transportation log did not include [the time on the vehicle, the time off the vehicle, the driver's signature, the secondary signature, and the children checked off the vehicle]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.2 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR] Comments: 5-4: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that the transportation logs did not include all the required information, in that there were a number of transportation log entries that were missing the time on the vehicle and the time off the vehicle and the date of the trip. Licensing Specialist observed 1 entry were the children being checked off the vehicle was missing, and one entry were the drivers signature and secondary signature were missing. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook 2.5.2 A. A log must be maintained for all children being transported in a vehicle or on foot away from and/or to the premises of the child care facility. The log must be retained on file at the facility for a minimum of 12 months and available for review by the licensing authority. The log must include: 1. Each childs name, 2. The date and time of departure, 3. Time of arrival at the destination, 4. The signature of the driver (or in the case of travelling on foot, the signature of the child care personnel), and 5. The signature of a second child care personnel or person(s) authorized by the provider to verify the transportation log and that all children have arrived safely and left the vehicle (if applicable). Compliance Comments The director advised that there are 5 drivers. Driver 1s license will expire on 3/20/2025, physical was conducted on 5/23/2024, the CPR and First Aid certificate is valid until 3/31/2025 and the driver has completed the transportation training. Driver 2s license will expire on 7/4/2026, physical was conducted on 5/23/2024, the CPR and First Aid certificate is valid until 3/31/2025 and the driver as completed transportation safety training. Driver 3s license will expire on 7/24/2031, physical was conducted on 5/24/2024, the CPR and First Aid certificate is valid until 3/31/2025 and the driver as completed transportation safety training. Driver 4s license will expire on 5/25/2025, physical was conducted on 7/12/2024, the CPR and First Aid certificate is valid until 3/31/2025 and the driver as completed transportation safety training. Driver 4s license will expire on 12/5/2027, physical was conducted on 5/23/2024, the CPR and First Aid certificate is valid until 3/31/2025 and the driver as completed transportation safety training. 06. Driver's License, Physician Certification & First Aid/CPR Training CCF Handbook, Section 2.5 and CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 CCF Handbook, Section 2.5 and CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Compliance Comments During the inspection, the director advised that currently there are two transportation vehicles. The first vehicle is a 2008 Chevy Express (130830) that was last inspected on 2/23/2024 and is insured through Progressive Express Ins with an effective date of 5/12/2024. The second vehicle is a 2017 Ford Transit (123225) that was last inspected on 8/20/2024 and is insured through Progressive Express Ins with an effective date of 5/12/2024. 07. Vehicle Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 08. Seat Belts/Child Restraints CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 and CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.5 CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 and CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.5 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-09-09. View official inspection document (report 8efbc332-d765-4886-9859-af42ca403130)
Not corrected - High riskStandard 049/9/2024
04. Supervision CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (04-01)
Supervision of children in the [young two year old classroom] group was inadequate in that [ 1 two year old child in the younger two year old classroom without a teacher ]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR] Comments: 4-1: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed 1 two year old child in the younger two year old classroom without a teacher. Staff advised that the young two year old classroom was outside. During the inspection, the director brought the 1 two year old child to the playground and gave the child to the teacher. This is being marked corrected at the time of the inspection. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook 2.4: 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 2024-09-09. View official inspection document (report 8efbc332-d765-4886-9859-af42ca403130)
Not corrected
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- Location: BRADENTON, MANATEE County
- Capacity: 108
- Type: Child Care Facility
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