Little Blue Academy
PALM SPRINGS, FL·Child Care FacilityLicensed
Contact information
Address2423 S Congress Ave, Palm Springs FL, 33406
CountyPALM BEACH
Phone5619659899
Operating details
HoursMon 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Tue 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Wed 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Thu 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Fri 6:30AM to 6:00PM
Capacity112
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 12/9/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High2
- Medium-High2
- Medium3
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
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Location
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2423 S Congress Ave, Palm Springs FL, 33406, PALM SPRINGS, FL 33406
Questions to ask on a tour
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- Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
- This is a large program - ask how children are grouped, how ratios are kept in each room, and how staff cover breaks
- Ask about teacher-to-child ratios and how supervision is maintained through the day
- Ask about their illness policy and which symptoms require a child to stay home
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 12/9/2025
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2025
- Medium-High riskStandard 3312/9/2025
33. Accident/Incident Reports Complete (Articles XIII.B and XV.E) (33-01)
The facility failed to complete a written record of an unusual incident on the day of the occurrence. Safety [SR] Comments: The facility failed to complete an incident report for each child involved in the incident. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-12-09. View official inspection document (report efac1047-f054-4163-9d92-4ef04166ce8e)
Corrected at inspection - Medium-High riskStandard 3312/9/2025
33. Accident/Incident Reports Complete (Articles XIII.B and XV.E) (33-03)
The facility's documentation of an unusual incident/accident did not include information noted in number(s) as follows: [4] 1. The name of the affected person 2. Date and time of occurrence 3. Description of event 4. Actions taken by whom 5. Signatures of staff 6. Parent signature Safety [SR] Comments: - The report did not specify what action was taken. However, upon arrival at the facility, the Director stated she used paper tower/ tissue, applied little pressure to stop the bleed. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-12-09. View official inspection document (report efac1047-f054-4163-9d92-4ef04166ce8e)
Corrected at inspection - Medium riskStandard 0410/29/2025
04. (04-02)
The room capacity was not posted conspicuously in the following room(s): [1yr and Infant] (Section 1, number 1) General Requirements [SR] Comments: During the facility inspection, room capacity was not posted in the 1-year-old and infant classrooms respectively, preventing clear identification of enrollment limits for these spaces. Technical assistance was provided to facility staff regarding the importance of conspicuous room capacity posting for regulatory compliance and operational management. The violation was corrected on-site when room capacity signs were posted in the affected classrooms. The facility shall ensure that room capacity limits are conspicuously posted in each classroom to provide clear guidance for enrollment management and regulatory oversight. Compliance Comments At the time of inspection, observed staff ratio as follows: VPK - 13:2 (ML, MG) 3yr - 19:3 (CR, CA, YR) 1yr - 6:1 (LH) Infant - 4:1 (MJ) 2yr - 11:1 05. Staff Ratio (Articles VIII.B, C, and XVIII.A, B) (Articles VIII.B, C, and XVIII.A, B) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 4 Group Size, Pages 14-15) Compliance 06. Direct Supervision (Articles VII.B; VIII.C; X.E and XII.G) (Articles VII.B; VIII.C; X.E and XII.G) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 5 Supervision, Pages 16-17) Compliance Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-10-29. View official inspection document (report 8f7b78a1-302c-4320-899d-be9d7240e2a0)
Corrected at inspection - Medium riskStandard 0810/29/2025
08. (08-01)
The center failed to post the written activity program in a conspicuous place. (Section 7, number 1) General Requirements [SR] Comments: During the facility inspection, the written activity plan was not posted in the 1-year-old classroom, preventing visibility of planned daily activities for parents, staff, and regulatory personnel. Technical assistance was provided to facility staff regarding proper activity plan posting requirements and the importance of visible daily schedules for communication with parents and staff. The violation was corrected on-site when the written activity plan was posted in the 1-year-old classroom. The facility shall ensure that written activity plans are conspicuously posted in all classrooms to maintain transparency and regulatory compliance with program planning requirements. 09. Discipline (Article IX.C) (Article IX.C) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 9 Child Discipline, Pages 21-22) Compliance 10. Proper Hand Washing (Articles X.D) (Articles X.D) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10.6 Bathrooms and Sinks, Page 25) Compliance 11. Diaper Changing Area (Articles VIII.C and X.G) (Articles VIII.C and X.G) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 12.3 Diapering, Pages 28-29) Compliance Not Applicable Comments At the time of inspection, facility does not offer nighttime care. 12. Night-time Care (Article XVI) (Article XVI) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 12 Health and Sanitation, Page 28) Not Applicable Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-10-29. View official inspection document (report 8f7b78a1-302c-4320-899d-be9d7240e2a0)
Corrected at inspection - Medium riskStandard 1510/29/2025
15. (15-02)
The wall in the [front of the 1yr ] room was not in good repair as evidenced by [big hole in wall]. (Section 10, number 1) Physical Facility [SR] Comments: During the facility inspection, the wall in the passage leading to the infant and 1-year-old classrooms was not in good repair, with a large hole observed that appears to indicate the wall is undergoing remodeling. Technical assistance was provided to facility staff regarding the importance of maintaining facility structures in good repair and completing construction or remodeling work in a timely manner. The facility shall repair the damaged wall in the passage leading to the infant and 1-year-old classrooms to eliminate the hole, restore proper wall integrity, and maintain safe and appropriate facility conditions. 16. Storage (Article X.A and C) (Article X.A and C) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 12.4 Bedding and Linens, Page 29) Compliance Due: 11/29/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-10-29. View official inspection document (report 8f7b78a1-302c-4320-899d-be9d7240e2a0)
Not corrected - High riskStandard 797/16/2025
79. Driver (Article XVII.A) (79-02)
The personnel record did not include a copy of the driver's physician certification, or equivalent, granting medical approval to operate a vehicle. Transportation [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, driver (MG) did not have a current driver's physician certification on file. Expired - 05/17/25. Due: 8/18/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-07-16. View official inspection document (report 694ca6d3-dcf2-473c-90a3-f1e276eb474d)
Not corrected - High riskStandard 797/16/2025
79. Driver (Article XVII.A) (79-04)
The driver of a vehicle used to transport children in care did not have verification of an annual physical examination. Transportation [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, driver (MG) did not have a current physical on file. Expired - 05/17/25. Compliance Comments Vehicle: Ford, Econoline, 2011 Due: 8/18/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-07-16. View official inspection document (report 694ca6d3-dcf2-473c-90a3-f1e276eb474d)
Not corrected
Safety & Compliance Analysis
This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.
(Past 6 Months)
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Estimated monthly cost
$922/month
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Typical prices in Florida run about $904/month for infant care at a center (federal median) — see daycare costs in Florida by age group.
About this daycare
- Location: PALM SPRINGS, PALM BEACH County
- Capacity: 112
- Type: Child Care Facility
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