Montessori Academy of Carrollwood

2025

1. Medium riskStandard 334/10/2025

   33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 (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 Comments: During the time of the inspection the Licensing Specialist observed that 1 staff has not completed the part 2 of the 40 hour introductory Child Care Training requirement. The Licensing Specialist extended the due date until 6/10/25 for the staff to have time to schedule the testing for this requirement. Per the DCF Handbook 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 2025-04-10. View official inspection document (report 69505581-818a-4a4e-b459-9979da10eaee)

   Not corrected
2. Medium-High riskStandard 414/10/2025

   41. Immunization Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 (41-02)

   The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 Comments: During the time of the inspection the Licensing Specialist observed 7 children's file that had an expired Immunization Record. Per the DCF Handbook 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- 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. A. Immunizations received out-of-state are acceptable; however, immunizations must be documented on the Florida Certification of Immunization form and must be signed by a physician practicing in the State of Florida. B. If the custodial parents or legal guardians fail to provide the documentation required above within 30 days of enrollment, the facility shall not allow the child to remain in the program. The parent/guardian of a child who has not received the age-appropriate immunizations prior to enrollment and who does not have documented medical or religious exemptions from routine childhood immunizations must provide documentation of a scheduled appointment or arrangement to receive immunizations. Providers must include a general statement in parent handbook/policies to inform parents/guardians, at time of enrollment, that some children in care may not have current immunizations. C. School-aged children attending public or non-public schools are not required to have student health examination and immunization records on file at the child care facility Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-04-10. View official inspection document (report 69505581-818a-4a4e-b459-9979da10eaee)

   Not corrected
3. Medium-High riskStandard 424/10/2025

   42. Student Health and Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 (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 Comments: During the time of the inspection the Licensing Specialist observed 1 child's file with an out of date Student Health Examination. Per the DCF Handbook 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. A. The Student Health Examination shall be completed by a person given statutory authority to perform health examinations. 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. C. If the custodial parents or legal guardians fail to provide the documentation required above within 30 days of enrollment, the facility shall not allow the child to remain in the program. D. School-aged children attending public or non-public schools are not required to have student health examination and immunization records on file at the child care facility as such records are on file at the school where the child is enrolled. E. If the custodial parents or legal guardians need assistance concerning these requirements, the facility shall refer them to the Department of Health or to the childs physician. F. Medical records in this section are the property of the custodial parent or legal guardian and must be returned to them when the child withdraws from the facility. The medical records are transferable if the child attends another facility. G. Any child who has or is at an increased risk for a chronic physical, developmental, behavioral or emotional condition and requires additional services must have a current Emergency Care Plan, prepared by the parent/guardian or physician, included in the childs file and readily accessible for those caring for the child. Child care personnel caring for a child with an Emergency Care Plan must be trained to recognize and respond appropriately to a medical emergency. Compliance Comments During the time of the inspection, the Owner/Operator/Director advised the Licensing Specialist that there are currently 84 children enrolled. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 84 of the 84 childrens records. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-04-10. View official inspection document (report 69505581-818a-4a4e-b459-9979da10eaee)

   Not corrected