Learning Gate Preschool and Aftercare

2025

1. Medium riskStandard 3210/17/2025

   32. Outdoor Equipment CCF Handbook, Section 3.12 (32-07)

   The ground cover or other protective surface under the [ red slide/gray climber on toddler playground, the 2 green slides/climber and the round yellow tube slide on the preschool playground all have less than 1 inch of mulch that] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D Comments: During the time of the re inspection the Licensing Specialist observed that the mulch was less then 1 inch under the red slide/gray climber on toddler playground, the 2 green slides/climber and the round yellow tube slide on the preschool playground. Per the DCF Handbook Permanent or stationary playground equipment must have a fall/use zone that extends a minimum of 6 feet in all directions from the perimeter of the equipment. All types of ground cover must be maintained to provide resilience and reduce the incidence of injuries to children in the event of falls. 1. If the ground cover in place is loose ground cover (such as, but not limited to: mulch, shredded rubber chips, or sand) a minimum of 6 inches in depth is required in the use zone. Asphalt, concrete, hard packed dirt, hay, grass or leaves are unsuitable for use in the use zone area. 2. If the ground cover in place is a unitary playground surface, then the unitary surfacing materials must be installed, maintained, or replaced according to manufacturers instructions. Unitary surfaces must be tested to and comply with ASTM F1292; documentation of test data must be retained at the facility and available for licensing to review. 3. If the play area was approved by the Department prior to January 1, 2020 and does not meet the 6-foot fall/use zone requirement, then the facility must submit a written notification, including photographs and layout of the play area, to the Department prior to or on April 1, 2020, notifying its intention to continue to operate using the prior approved play area. However, if the permanent or stationary playground equipment is moved or replaced then the standard would apply, and 6 feet of use zone must be provided. Any new equipment added would be required to have the 6 feet of use zone in all directions from the perimeter of the equipment. TRAINING Compliance Comments During the re inspection the Licensing Specialist monitored that all 5 staff have completed the required Fire Extinguisher Training. this standard is being marked as in compliance at this time. Due: 11/17/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-10-17. View official inspection document (report 266b58e5-14dc-4c3b-9e36-2dc7c0a76754)

   Not corrected
2. Medium riskStandard 328/28/2025

   32. Outdoor Equipment CCF Handbook, Section 3.12 (32-07)

   The ground cover or other protective surface under the [ the red slide/gray climber on toddler playground and less than 1 inch under the 2 green slides/climber on the preschool playground. ] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D Comments: During the time of the Inspection the Licensing Specialist observed that the mulch was less then 1 inch under the red slide/gray climber on toddler playground and less than 1 inch under the 2 green slides/climber on the preschool playground. Per the DCF Handbook Permanent or stationary playground equipment must have a fall/use zone that extends a minimum of 6 feet in all directions from the perimeter of the equipment. All types of ground cover must be maintained to provide resilience and reduce the incidence of injuries to children in the event of falls. 1. If the ground cover in place is loose ground cover (such as, but not limited to: mulch, shredded rubber chips, or sand) a minimum of 6 inches in depth is required in the use zone. Asphalt, concrete, hard packed dirt, hay, grass or leaves are unsuitable for use in the use zone area. 2. If the ground cover in place is a unitary playground surface, then the unitary surfacing materials must be installed, maintained, or replaced according to manufacturers instructions. Unitary surfaces must be tested to and comply with ASTM F1292; documentation of test data must be retained at the facility and available for licensing to review. 3. If the play area was approved by the Department prior to January 1, 2020 and does not meet the 6-foot fall/use zone requirement, then the facility must submit a written notification, including photographs and layout of the play area, to the Department prior to or on April 1, 2020, notifying its intention to continue to operate using the prior approved play area. However, if the permanent or stationary playground equipment is moved or replaced then the standard would apply, and 6 feet of use zone must be provided. Any new equipment added would be required to have the 6 feet of use zone in all directions from the perimeter of the equipment. TRAINING Due: 9/29/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-08-28. View official inspection document (report ee1fb398-5dfa-4759-99ed-a9e4929eefbd)

   Not corrected
3. Medium-High riskStandard 338/28/2025

   33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 (33-09)

   The facility did not have documented proof that all child care personnel were trained and knowledgeable within 30 days of date of hire in [ the use of fire extinguishers]. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.3 and 4.2.5 Comments: During the inspection the Licensing Specialist monitored 5 staff files in which the 5 staff had not completed the required Fire Extinguisher Training. Per the DCF Handbook Fire Extinguisher Training All child care personnel shall be trained in the use and operation of a fire extinguisher, at each facility they are employed, within 30 days of date of hire. The facility must maintain documentation that all child care personnel have completed training. Due: 9/29/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-08-28. View official inspection document (report ee1fb398-5dfa-4759-99ed-a9e4929eefbd)

   Not corrected
4. Medium-Low riskStandard 358/28/2025

   35. Communicable Disease Control CCF Handbook, Section 6.1 (35-12)

   The facility does not have documentation for all child care personnel on required annual refresher education of the facilitys exposure plan. CCF Handbook, Section 6 Comments: During the inspection the Licensing Specialist monitored 5 staff files in which the 5 staff had not completed the required Exposure Plan Training. Per the DCF Handbook There are three common modes of transmission for the spread of microorganisms in child care settings: contact, droplet, and airborne. Many common infections encountered in the child care setting are transmitted by direct or indirect contact. Child care facilities shall develop a written exposure plan regarding universal safety precautions, recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), to follow in the event there is exposure to blood and potentially infectious fluids. Personnel are required to be educated on the facilitys exposure plan regarding standard precautions before beginning to work and annually thereafter. Written documentation that child care personnel have participated in the facilitys annual refresher education for the exposure plan and understand the proper procedures in the event there is exposure to blood and potentially infectious fluids must be retained for 12 months and be available for licensing to review. Due: 9/29/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-08-28. View official inspection document (report ee1fb398-5dfa-4759-99ed-a9e4929eefbd)

   Not corrected