Catherine's Early Learning Academy

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 teacher 1 informed the Licensing Specialist and the Licensing Specialist Supervisor that she made nail marks on child 1s under her arm with her nails while she was holding child1 because child 1 was having a tantrum. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 8.2, 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. ____________________________________________ Inspected by: Andrea Butz Date: 06/12/2026 ____________________________________________ Received by: Sent To Sign Date: 06/12/2026 Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-06-12. View official inspection document (report a71487d1-332c-4153-8c9c-aa97f3cfa30d)

03. Ratio Sufficient CCF Handbook, Section 2.3 (03-01)

A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [6] children is required. A ratio of [2] child care personnel for [14 including a 1 year old] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. General Requirements [SR] Comments: 1:3 infant and one-year olds 2:14 one year old, three-year-old, four-year-olds, five-year-olds This was brought back into compliance by moving the one-year-old to the other classroom making the ratio: 1:4 infant and one-year olds 2:13 three-year-olds, four-year-olds, and five-year-olds Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-06-12. View official inspection document (report 637c0add-93b3-495c-a352-41475670a7a7)

07. Vehicle Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 (07-06)

The vehicle alarm installed was not in working condition. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 General Requirements [SR] Comments: During the previous renewal inspection, the Licensing Supervisor observed that the vehicle alarm is not working properly. Alarm did not sound within 1 minute. During the reinspection, the Licensing Specialist observed the vehicle alarm installed was not in working condition in that it did not sound within 1 minute. The Operator has been given until 2/15/2026 to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4: Vehicle Requirements: For the purpose of this section, vehicles refer to those owned, operated or regularly used by the childcare program, and vehicles that provide transportation through a contract or agreement with an outside entity. Parents/guardians personal vehicles used for transporting during field trips are excluded from meeting the requirements of this sub-section. A. All vehicles regularly used to transport children must be inspected annually by a mechanic to ensure that they are in proper working order. Documentation by the mechanic must be maintained in the vehicle. B. The maximum number of individuals transported in a vehicle may not exceed the manufacturers designated seating capacity or the number of factory installed seat belts. C. When transporting children, staff-to-child ratios must be maintained at all times. The driver may be included in the staff-to-child ratio if he or she meets screening and training requirements. D. All child care facilities must comply with the insurance requirements found in Section 316.615(4), F.S. Documentation shall be maintained at the facility. E. The interior of vehicles, when being used to transport children, must be maintained at a temperature comfortable to children (between 65- and 82- degrees Fahrenheit). The vehicle can be ventilated either by mechanical or natural means to maintain the temperature. F. By January 1, 2022 all vehicles used by child care facilities to transport children must be equipped with a reliable alarm system approved by the Department which prompts the driver to inspect the vehicle for children before exiting the vehicle. 1. Approved alarm systems must meet the following criteria: a. The alarm system must be armed or activated automatically when the vehicles ignition is turned on. b. The alarm system must be designed and installed so that the vehicle horn, siren or other type of audio alarm will sound if the driver/staff member does not walk to the rear or, in the case of a passenger van, the side entry point of the vehicle, to manually shut off or deactivate the alarm. c. The time delay from the time the ignition is turned off after activation of the alarm system until the alarm sounds shall be no longer than one minute. d. The alarm must be audible from the distance of 500 feet from the vehicle. e. The alarm system must be installed so that the driver must walk to the back of the vehicle to reach the deactivation mechanism. Deactivation mechanisms installed in locations that do not require the driver to walk to the back of the vehicle and view all seating areas will not be acceptable. 2. List of approved alarm manufacturers may be found on the Departments website at www.myflfamilies.com/childcare . 3. Alarms must be installed and maintained according to the manufacturers recommendations. 4. Alarm systems installed according to the manufacturers instructions prior to October 1, 2021, will be deemed to satisfy this requirement if they meet the criteria set forth in 2.5.4.F.1. above. Under this allowance, the existing alarm system must always be properly maintained in working order. Should at any time the alarm system require replacement, the new system must be selected from the Departments approved list referenced in 2.5.4 F.2. above. 08. Seat Belts/Child Restraints CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 and CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.5 Not Monitored 09. Planned Activities CCF Handbook, Section 2.6 Not Monitored 10. Field Trip Permission CCF Handbook, Section 2.7 Not Monitored 11. Child Discipline CCF Handbook, Section 2.8 Not Monitored PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT Compliance Comments During the previous renewal inspection, the Licensing Supervisor observed bathrooms needed to be cleaned in the VPK room and trash taken out. Also, a room not being used for care is in need of being cleaned it contained: a portable fan, cots, bins, and toys. During the reinspection, the Licensing Specialist observed the VPK bathrooms and the room currently not being used has been cleaned. This is being marked compliant. Due: 2/15/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-01-15. View official inspection document (report 6e47ea07-d6ac-4166-af82-e28bf8ac4335)

03. Ratio Sufficient CCF Handbook, Section 2.3 (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. General Requirements [SR] Comments: 1:11 - Mixed Group - (1 one-year-old, 5 Two-year-olds, 5 Three-year-olds) 1:9 - School Age 1:4 - Mixed Group - (3 infants and 1 One-year-old) 1 Staff During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that when a staff member answered the front door for the Licensing Specialist, the Licensing Specialist observed another staff member standing in the doorway between two classrooms. The Licensing Specialist observed the ratio to be 1 childcare personnel to 11 children. There was 1 one-year-old, 5 Two-year-olds, 5 Three-year-olds. This standard has been brought back into compliance in that the staff member that answered the door returned to their classroom. Ratio when the standard was brought back into compliance: 1:5 Three-year-olds 1:6 - Mixed Group - (1 One-year-old, 5 Two-year-olds) 1:9 - School Age 1:4 - Mixed Group - (3 infants and 1 One-year-old) 1 Staff During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, . s.402.305(4), F.S. (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. 04. Supervision CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 Not Monitored 05. Transportation CCF Handbook, Section 2.5 Not Monitored Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-01-15. View official inspection document (report 6e47ea07-d6ac-4166-af82-e28bf8ac4335)

12. (12-01)

Areas of the facility were found to be in need of cleaning. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: Licensing Supervisor observed bathrooms needed to be cleaned in the VPK room and trash taken out. Also, a room not being used for care is in need of being cleaned it contained: a portable fan, cots, bins, and toys. According to the DCF Facility Handbook: 3.1 General Health and Safety Requirements A. All childcare 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. Due: 12/24/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-11-24. View official inspection document (report 4b63f64a-7a9f-44eb-aff8-f348a3ca1ffb)

07. (07-06)

The vehicle alarm installed was not in working condition. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR] Comments: Licensing Supervisor observed that the vehicle alarm is not working properly. Alarm did not sound within 1 minute. According to the DCF Facility Handbook: F. By January 1, 2022, all vehicles used by childcare facilities to transport children must be equipped with a reliable alarm system approved by the Department which prompts the driver to inspect the vehicle for children before exiting the vehicle. 1. Approved alarm systems must meet the following criteria: a. The alarm system must be armed or activated automatically when the vehicles ignition is turned on. b. The alarm system must be designed and installed so that the vehicle horn, siren or other type of audio alarm will sound if the driver/staff member does not walk to the rear or, in the case of a passenger van, the side entry point of the vehicle, to manually shut off or deactivate the alarm. c. The time delay from the time the ignition is turned off after activation of the alarm system until the alarm sounds shall be no longer than one minute. d. The alarm must be audible from the distance of 500 feet from the vehicle. e. The alarm system must be installed so that the driver must walk to the back of the vehicle to reach the deactivation mechanism. Deactivation mechanisms installed in locations that do not require the driver to walk to the back of the vehicle and view all seating areas will not be acceptable. 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 Due: 12/24/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-11-24. View official inspection document (report 4b63f64a-7a9f-44eb-aff8-f348a3ca1ffb)

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: During the time of inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed the last fire drill was conducted on 6/30/2025. The fire extinguisher certification(s) are valid until 7/2025. The annual fire inspection was conducted on 7/9/2024. The Staff in charge advised the Licensing Specialist that the Fire Marshall did come out to conduct their annual fire inspection but that he was unable to approve until breaker box issue was resolved. Licensing Specialist informed the Director and Staff in charge that a fire safety plan would need to be in place and sent in to Licensing until the facility received an approved fire inspection. CCF Handbook Section 3.8.2, A Fire Safety A. 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 time of inspection, the Staff in charge advised the Licensing Specialist that the school provides the meals and snacks for the children in care. 24. Food Preparation Area CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Due: 7/25/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-07-14. View official inspection document (report b78bcdde-ba3f-42b3-99d2-20f7aeacd8ca)

17. (17-06)

The facilitys fencing walls or gate area had gaps that could allow children to exit the outdoor play area. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, F (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: During the time of inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that the fencing on the large/small playgrounds had gaps and/or needed repair/replacement which could allow a child or animals access to the playground areas. 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. Due: 7/25/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-07-14. View official inspection document (report b78bcdde-ba3f-42b3-99d2-20f7aeacd8ca)

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 inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that the grass was at ankle height in multiple places on both playgrounds. Licensing Specialist informed the staff person in charge. CCF Handbook Section 3.5, A Outdoor Play Area/Fencing A. The outdoor play area must be clean and free from litter, nails, glass and other hazards. Due: 8/13/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-07-14. View official inspection document (report b78bcdde-ba3f-42b3-99d2-20f7aeacd8ca)

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 inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed a pile of tree limbs on playground 1 causes by Hurricane Milton. Licensing Specialist advised by the Provider that playground 1 still being used by the children. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-11-18. View official inspection document (report b43bd280-7903-4b06-a8d8-9190eb9b55e9)