Northern Private School
LAKE WORTH, FL·Child Care FacilityLicensed
Contact information
Address1822 High Ridge Rd, Lake Worth FL, 33461
CountyPALM BEACH
Phone5615854053
Operating details
HoursMon 6:45AM to 6:00PM; Tue 6:45AM to 6:00PM; Wed 6:45AM to 6:00PM; Thu 6:45AM to 6:00PM; Fri 6:45AM to 6:00PM
Capacity124
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 4/29/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High7
- Medium-High5
- Medium11
- Medium-Low2
- Low0
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Location
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1822 High Ridge Rd, Lake Worth FL, 33461, LAKE WORTH, FL 33461
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- This facility has supervision-related findings on its state record - ask specifically how ratios are maintained during transitions, outdoor play, and nap time
- Ask what changed after their most recent supervision citation and how compliance is monitored now
- 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
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 4/29/2026
- High6
- Medium-High3
- Medium4
- Medium-Low2
- Low0
2026
- Medium-Low riskStandard 844/29/2026
84. Group Size (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 4 Group Size, Pages 14-15) (84-01)
A group size of no more than [12] children is required for [One year olds ]. A group size of [15 & 16] children was observed. (Section 4, numbers 1 8) School Readiness [SR] Comments: On 4/23/2026, staff from the Early Learning Coalition observed 3 educators with 15 children in the One-year-old classroom (K1) and 2 educators with 16 children in the Two-year-old classroom (K2) while the max group size per SR for these age groups are 12 children. On 4/24/2026, staff from the Early Learning Coalition observed 3 educators with 16 children in the One-year-old classroom (K1) and 3 educators with 15 children in the Two-year-old classroom (K2) while the max group size per SR for these age groups are 12 children. At the time pf the complaint, staff had resolved the issue of group size. Hence the following was observed: VPK A, 1:8 ---Staff K.C Three and Four year olds, 1:9 --Staff Y.C VPK B and D, 1:18 ----Staff M.T One year olds, 1:4 ----Staff R.H Two year olds, 2:7 ----Staff S.A and J.M (K2 room) Three year olds, 3:24 ---Staff D.W., E.M. and M.R One year olds, 2:10 ----Staff S.M and D.G (K1 room) Infant 2:4 -----Staff A.L and Z.S Counselor Comments This report was amended on 5/20/2026, to show that standard 84-1 (Inadequate group size observed) was resolved at the time of the inspection due to the fact that the group sizes observed were in accordance with Early Learning Coalition. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-29. View official inspection document (report 2353286b-e2bb-47ee-b465-422c641c66af)
Not corrected - Medium-Low riskStandard 844/15/2026
84. Group Size (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 4 Group Size, Pages 14-15) (84-01)
A group size of no more than [12] children is required for [One year olds]. A group size of [14] children was observed. (Section 4, numbers 1 8) School Readiness [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, 14 children were in the toddler classroom. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-15. View official inspection document (report 5ee382ca-0129-4261-8d32-d1b3a9309159)
Not corrected
2025
- Medium riskStandard 6512/23/2025
65. Physical Examination (Article XV.D) (65-01)
The personnel record for staff did not include a current statement attesting that he/she was physically qualified to care for children. Comments: Noncompliance Comment: At time of inspection observed one staff member did not include a current statement attesting that she was physically qualified to care of children. JM Technical assistance was provided. Due: 1/6/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-12-23. View official inspection document (report d90f7f82-7a44-4bf2-848b-ad84f6604fea)
Not corrected - High riskStandard 6112/23/2025
61. Information Background Screening Check (Article VII.A, and B) (61-01)
The following supplementary records required for screening was incomplete or inaccurate [One staff member is in Process for Background Screening results.]. Comments: Noncompliance Comment: At time of inspection observed one staff member is in Process for Background Screening results. JM Technical assistance was provided. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-12-23. View official inspection document (report d90f7f82-7a44-4bf2-848b-ad84f6604fea)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 2911/17/2025
29. (29-02)
The fire extinguisher did not have a tag or label to show it had been serviced annually. (Section 14.2, number 3) Safety [SR] Comments: The fire extinguishers in the school vans with tag numbers JBQY52, LTVF50 and HMRS7O did not have service tags on them. 30. Emergency Response Plan (Articles X.F and XV.E) (Articles X.F and XV.E) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 14 Fire Safety and Emergency Preparedness and Response, Pages Compliance 31. Play Equipment (Article X.A, and H) (Article X.A, and H) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 11 Equipment and Furnishings, Pages 26-27) Compliance 32. First Aid Supplies Complete with Manual (Article XIII.A) (Article XIII.A) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 13.4 First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Pages 31-32) Compliance 33. Accident/Incident Reports Complete (Articles XIII.B and XV.E) (Articles XIII.B and XV.E) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 15 Emergency Procedures and Notification, Page 35) Compliance 34. Daily Attendance Log (Article XV.E) (Article XV.E) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 19.3 Record Keeping/Attendance, Page 48) Compliance Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-11-17. View official inspection document (report f1cbe4b4-c217-4936-890c-6a6185d6941e)
Not corrected - High riskStandard 798/12/2025
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: Staff member Alana F. driver's physical expired on 1/15/2025. Due: 9/10/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-08-12. View official inspection document (report e4303087-cb25-462e-af04-1cc4fb0d0de1)
Not corrected - High riskStandard 688/12/2025
68. Child Abuse/Neglect Statement (Article VI.I) (68-01)
The personnel record for staff did not include a statement that they read or had read to them and understood the contents of the pamphlet "Child Abuse and Neglect in Florida, A Guide for Professionals." Personnel Records [SR] Comments: Staff member Shakira R. had an expired Child Abuse and Neglect Statement on file. Due: 9/10/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-08-12. View official inspection document (report e4303087-cb25-462e-af04-1cc4fb0d0de1)
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 318/12/2025
31. Play Equipment (Article X.A, and H) (31-02)
A sharp or jagged edge was exposed on the [playground utilized by the 4 years old and aftercare children]. Comments: Tree stumps were seen on the playground that is playground utilized by the 4 years old and aftercare children. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-08-12. View official inspection document (report e4303087-cb25-462e-af04-1cc4fb0d0de1)
Not corrected - High riskStandard 288/12/2025
28. Fire Drills/Fire Plan/Fire Inspection (Articles X.A, F and XV.E) (28-06)
The facility did not have verification of a current and approved annual fire inspection. Inspection and approval was required as of [Fire and Rescue]. 1. Ambulance 2. Fire 3. Police 4. Regional and National Poison Control 5. Florida Abuse Hotline 6. Palm Beach County Health Department Safety [SR] Comments: Palm Beach County Fire Rescue last conducted an inspection on 8/6/2024. Compliance Comments The fire extinguishers seen in the buildings and in the bus were serviced in October of 2024. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-08-12. View official inspection document (report e4303087-cb25-462e-af04-1cc4fb0d0de1)
Not corrected - High riskStandard 624/21/2025
62. Local, State, Federal Check (Article VII.A, and F) (62-02)
Facility staff person or employee requiring screening did not have current Level 2 clearance to work with children and was working/assisting at the facility while children were present. Background Screening [SR] Comments: Maintenance personnel present at facility during operating hours has not conducted level II background screening - Daniel Rodriguez. PERSONNEL RECORDS Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-04-21. View official inspection document (report 344af92f-c10c-4aef-85b8-7adc2b98aafa)
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 314/21/2025
31. Play Equipment (Article X.A, and H) (31-13)
Peeling paint was observed on the surface of the [stand alone slide] in the outdoor area. Comments: Peeling (red) paint and rusting observed on stand alone slide in outdoor play area Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-04-21. View official inspection document (report 344af92f-c10c-4aef-85b8-7adc2b98aafa)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 314/21/2025
31. Play Equipment (Article X.A, and H) (31-09)
The following equipment and/or toys were not safe: [rope ladder to play structure] as evidenced by [rope tearing]. Safety [SR] Comments: Rope ladder pieces are torn and additional pieces are tearing. Due: 5/5/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-04-21. View official inspection document (report 344af92f-c10c-4aef-85b8-7adc2b98aafa)
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 134/21/2025
13. Appropriate Sanitizers (Articles XIV.D and XV.E) (13-02)
The bleach solution being used for sanitizing was less than 50 ppm when tested with a chlorine test strip. Comments: Bleach solution tested in Infants room - providing 0 ppm Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-04-21. View official inspection document (report 344af92f-c10c-4aef-85b8-7adc2b98aafa)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 334/10/2025
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: According to the incident report, incident occurred on 3/27/2025 at 3pm. Teacher, director, parent, and guardian signed incident/ accident report on 3/28/2025 at 8:30 am. 34. Daily Attendance Log (Article XV.E) Not Monitored 35. Field Trips and Swimming Activities (Articles XV.E and XVIII.A, B) Not Monitored 36. Toxic/Hazardous Items (Article X.A) Not Monitored 37. Pet Prohibited (Article X.A) Not Monitored 38. Furniture/Bedding (Articles X.A, C; XII.I and XV.E) Not Monitored 39. Audible Alert Mechanism (Article X.A) Not Monitored 40. Control Point (Article X.A) Not Monitored FOOD AND NUTRITION 41. Meals and Snacks (Article XII.A and C) Not Monitored 42. Special Diets/Food Restrictions (Articles XII.D and E) Not Monitored 43. No Propped Bottles or Mechanical Devices (Article XII.G) Not Monitored 44. Menu Posted/Filed (Article XII.F) Not Monitored 45. Bottles Capped and Labeled (Article XII.G) Not Monitored 46. Food Handling (Articles XI; XV.E and Chapter 64E-11 FAC) Not Monitored 47. Cooking and Warming Devices (Article XII.H) Not Monitored MEDICATION 48. Prescription Only (Article XIII.C) Not Monitored 49. Medication Storage (Article XIII.C) Not Monitored 50. Written Medication Authorization (Article XIII.C) Not Monitored 51. Medication Log (Article XIII.C) Not Monitored Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-04-10. View official inspection document (report 56935e05-311b-4744-8d6b-a280fb3644ea)
Not corrected - High riskStandard 064/10/2025
06. Direct Supervision (Articles VII.B; VIII.C; X.E and XII.G) (06-01)
Child care staff failed to provide direct supervision of children in the [7 year old] group as evidenced by [student inappropriately touched ]. General Requirements [SR] Comments: Child care personnel Ms. Brown stated two children ran ahead of her as they were walking to the outdoor cubby area to grab snacks from their backpack. When the student was walking back, student told her another student touched student inappropriately. 07. Telephone/Communication Device (Articles X.F and XVIII.A) Not Monitored 08. Daily Program (Article IX.A) Not Monitored 09. Discipline (Article IX.C) Not Monitored 10. Proper Hand Washing (Articles X.D) Not Monitored 11. Diaper Changing Area (Articles VIII.C and X.G) Not Monitored 12. Night-time Care (Article XVI) Not Monitored 13. Appropriate Sanitizers (Articles XIV.D and XV.E) Not Monitored 14. Access to Records (Article XV.A) Not Monitored Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-04-10. View official inspection document (report 56935e05-311b-4744-8d6b-a280fb3644ea)
Not corrected
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Estimated monthly cost
$922/month
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About this daycare
- Location: LAKE WORTH, PALM BEACH County
- Capacity: 124
- Type: Child Care Facility
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