Palm Springs Christian Academy, Inc

10. Proper Hand Washing (Articles X.D) (10-09)

The hot water at the hand washing sink in the [Kitchen handwashing sink] area exceeded 110 degrees. Comments: At the time of inspection, at handwashing sink in kitchen hot water = 196 degrees F. Compliance Comments At the time of inspection, diaper changing station in infant room in good repair. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-05-21. View official inspection document (report a499a1a3-c338-48a7-bde2-9ec8205f1479)

10. Proper Hand Washing (Articles X.D) (10-03)

Toilet paper was not available in the [VPK bathroom] toilet room/bathroom. General Requirements [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, Bathroom in VPK has no toilet paper. Technical assistance was provided. Corrected at the time of inspection. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-05-21. View official inspection document (report a499a1a3-c338-48a7-bde2-9ec8205f1479)

04. Indoor/Outdoor Square Footage (Article X.A and B and Rule 65C-22.002(3), FAC) (04-01)

The facility did not have a minimum of 35 square feet of usable space for each child. The [VPK] room which is routinely occupied by children has a capacity of [12] children and [20] children were observed in care. General Requirements [SR] Comments: During the facility inspection, the facility was found to be significantly exceeding capacity in the VPK room. The room has a maximum capacity of 12 children; however 20 children were observed in care, resulting in eight children over the authorized limit. Technical assistance was provided to facility staff regarding room capacity limitations and proper enrollment management procedures. The violation was corrected on-site through immediate adjustment of child placement to bring the room into compliance with capacity limits. The facility shall ensure that the number of children in the VPK room does not exceed the designated room capacity of 12 children at any given time to maintain compliance with safety and space requirements. Compliance Comments At the time of inspection, observed staff ratio as follows: VPK - 20:1 (TL) Infants and Toddlers - 4:1 (MN) 2yrs - 11:1 (RM) Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-11-04. View official inspection document (report d006efd9-d18f-4588-a0c7-a71ef1ac9f86)

01. Insurance (Article IV.B) (01-06)

The license holder did not provide evidence of Florida Worker's Compensation insurance or a notarized statement attesting that worker's compensation insurance is not applicable. Comments: During the facility inspection, the license holder did not provide evidence of Florida Worker's Compensation insurance or a notarized statement attesting that worker's compensation insurance is not applicable, indicating non-compliance with mandatory employment insurance documentation requirements. Technical assistance was provided to facility staff regarding Worker's Compensation insurance requirements and documentation obligations for childcare facilities. The facility shall provide evidence of current Florida Worker's Compensation insurance coverage or submit a notarized statement attesting that worker's compensation insurance is not applicable to demonstrate compliance with employment insurance requirements for licensed childcare operations. Due: 12/4/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-11-04. View official inspection document (report d006efd9-d18f-4588-a0c7-a71ef1ac9f86)

28. (28-10)

All adults and children failed to evacuate the program facility when the approved fire alarm system was activated. (Section 14.3, number 2) Safety [SR] Comments: During the facility inspection and fire drill exercise conducted, it was observed that Teacher DM and the children in the 3- and 4-year-old classroom did not initiate evacuation procedures upon activation of the facilitys fire alarm system. This failure to respond promptly constituted a violation of established emergency protocols. Immediate technical assistance and guidance were provided on-site to ensure the safety of all occupants and to reinforce proper evacuation procedures. Following intervention, Teacher DM successfully evacuated the classroom with all children present.The issue was addressed and resolved during the inspection, and corrective actions were implemented to prevent recurrence. All staff were reminded of the importance of strict adherence to emergency response protocols, particularly in early childhood settings. 29. Fire Extinguisher (Article X.A and F; 69A-36, FAC) (Article X.A and F; 69A-36, FAC) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 14 Fire Safety and Emergency Preparedness and Response, Pages 32-34) Noncompliance Due: 10/13/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-10-03. View official inspection document (report 6e8afd38-a328-456d-9114-acff6e5f4f53)

01. (01-05)

The license holder did not maintain required Florida Worker's Compensation insurance. Comments: During the inspection, it was noted that the facility did not possess a valid and current Florida Workers Compensation insurance policy. Technical assistance was provided on-site to guide the facility through the necessary steps to obtain and maintain appropriate coverage. The issue was addressed with administrative staff, and corrective measures were initiated to ensure future compliance. Compliance Comments At the time of inspection, facility license current and conspicuously displayed. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-10-03. View official inspection document (report 6e8afd38-a328-456d-9114-acff6e5f4f53)

10. (10-04)

Disposable towels or individual towels were not available in the [kicthen] hand washing area. (Section 10.6, number 7) (Section 17.1, number 1) (Section 12.3, number 1) General Requirements [SR] Comments: During the facility inspection, the facility did not have disposable or individual towels available in the kitchen handwash area, compromising proper hand drying procedures following handwashing. Technical assistance was provided to facility staff regarding the importance of maintaining adequate supplies of disposable or individual towels in food service areas and implementing regular monitoring procedures. The facility shall ensure that disposable or individual towels are available at the kitchen handwash area at all times to maintain proper hand hygiene completion procedures and food safety standards. Due: 11/3/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-10-03. View official inspection document (report 6e8afd38-a328-456d-9114-acff6e5f4f53)

10. (10-08)

Hot running water was not available in the [infant and toddler room diaper change] hand washing area. (Section 17.1, number 1) (Section 12.3, number 1) General Requirements [SR] Comments: During the facility inspection, hot running water was not available in the infant and toddler diaper change handwashing area. Technical assistance was provided to facility staff regarding the importance of adequate hot water availability for effective handwashing procedures in diaper changing areas. The facility shall ensure that hot running water is available and functioning at the handwashing station in the infant and toddler diaper change area to maintain compliance with health and sanitation requirements for proper hand hygiene following diaper changing activities. 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: 11/3/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-10-03. View official inspection document (report 6e8afd38-a328-456d-9114-acff6e5f4f53)

15. (15-02)

The wall in the [2yr, and 3 & 4yr] room was not in good repair as evidenced by [peiling paint, and a broken skirting board at the base of the wall.]. (Section 10, number 1) Physical Facility [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection observed peeling paint on the walls of the 2yr, and 3 & 4yr old classrooms. A broken skirting board was also observed in the 3 & 4 yr old classroom. Technical assistance was provided. During the facility inspection, peeling paint was observed on the walls of the 2-year-old and 3&4-year-old classrooms, and a broken skirting board was also observed in the 3&4-year-old classroom. Technical assistance was provided to facility staff regarding proper facility maintenance standards and the importance of maintaining classroom surfaces in good repair. The facility shall repair the peeling paint on classroom walls and replace or repair the broken skirting board in the 3&4-year-old classroom to eliminate potential safety hazards and maintain proper facility conditions for children in care. 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 Compliance Comments At the time of inspection, observed 2 water dispensers. 17. Water Fountains Per Licensed Capacity (Article X.A) (Article X.A) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 12 Health and Sanitation, Page 28) Compliance 18. Premises Clean/Sanitary/in Good Repair (Article X.A) (Article X.A) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10 Physical Environment, Pages 22-23) Compliance 19. Water System DEP/DOH Standards (Article X.A, 64E-8, 62-550 and 62-555, FAC) (Article X.A, 64E-8, 62-550 and 62-555, FAC) Compliance Due: 11/3/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-10-03. View official inspection document (report 6e8afd38-a328-456d-9114-acff6e5f4f53)

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: During the facility inspection, two fire extinguishers were observed that had not been serviced annually as required for fire safety equipment maintenance. One fire extinguisher in the hallway had a last service date of September 2024, and another in the kitchen had a last service date of September 2023, both exceeding the annual service requirement. Technical assistance was provided to facility staff regarding annual fire extinguisher service requirements and the importance of maintaining current inspection tags on all fire safety equipment. The facility shall ensure that all fire extinguishers are serviced annually by a qualified technician and that current service documentation is maintained on each unit to ensure fire safety equipment remains in proper working condition and regulatory compliance. Compliance Comments At the time of inspection, observed last emergency drill as: 9/19/25, 3:10pm, 5 adults and 30 children present, inclement weather drill. 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) Noncompliance Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-10-03. View official inspection document (report 6e8afd38-a328-456d-9114-acff6e5f4f53)

34. (34-04)

Child(ren) released to parent/guardian was/were not signed out by an authorized person. Comments: During the facility inspection, children in the 3&4-year-old classroom were observed to have not been signed out on the attendance log despite having departed from care. Technical assistance was provided to facility staff regarding proper attendance documentation procedures and the importance of maintaining accurate sign-out records for all children. The facility shall ensure that all children are properly signed out on attendance logs at the time of departure to maintain complete accountability and safety tracking of children in care. Not Applicable Comments At the time of inspection, facility does not offer field trips. 35. Field Trips and Swimming Activities (Articles XV.E and XVIII.A, B) (Articles XV.E and XVIII.A, B) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 8 Field Trip Activity, Pages 20-21) Not Applicable 36. Toxic/Hazardous Items (Article X.A) (Article X.A) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10 Physical Environment, Pages 22-23) Compliance Not Applicable Comments At the time of inspection, no pets observed. 37. Pet Prohibited (Article X.A) (Article X.A) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10 Physical Environment, Pages 22-23) Not Applicable 38. Furniture/Bedding (Articles X.A, C; XII.I and XV.E) (Articles X.A, C; XII.I and XV.E) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 12.4 Bedding and Linens, Page 29) Compliance Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-10-03. View official inspection document (report 6e8afd38-a328-456d-9114-acff6e5f4f53)

66. (66-08)

Program personnel did not complete training requirements prior to unsupervised contact with or care of children, or if supervised, within 90 days of beginning employment or service with the program. (Section 18.1) Personnel Records [SR] Comments: During the facility inspection, staff member DM was observed providing care for children in the 3&4-year-old classroom in an unsupervised capacity despite not having completed required training requirements. Technical assistance was provided to facility staff regarding proper supervision requirements for staff who have not yet completed training and the importance of maintaining appropriate oversight during the training period. The facility shall ensure that staff member DM works only under direct supervision of fully trained personnel until all required training is completed and shall not assign untrained staff to unsupervised childcare responsibilities to maintain proper care standards and regulatory compliance. 67. Staff With Current CPR/First Aid (Article VI.I) (Article VI.I) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 13.4 First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Pages 31-32) Compliance 68. Child Abuse/Neglect Statement (Article VI.I) (Article VI.I) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 19.4 Record Keeping/Personnel Records, Page 48) Compliance 69. 10-Hour Annual In-service (Article VI.G) (Article VI.G) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 18 Training Requirements, Pages 26-27) Compliance 70. Sufficient Credentialed Staff - Credentialed Staff On-site - Minimum Time Met (Article VI. E and H; VIII.A) (Article VI. E and H; VIII.A) Compliance Due: 11/3/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-10-03. View official inspection document (report 6e8afd38-a328-456d-9114-acff6e5f4f53)

16. Storage (Article X.A and C) (16-04)

Improper storage of unnecessary materials/equipment was observed as evidenced by [cleaning supplies and sleeping mats stored in classroom restroom.]. Comments: At the time of inspection, observed cleaning supplies, and children sleeping mats improperly stored in the classroom restroom. Compliance Comments At the time of inspection, observed 2 water dispensers. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-06-10. View official inspection document (report adb84633-5cb3-42b8-87f9-e90519837c74)

04. Indoor/Outdoor Square Footage (Article X.A and B and Rule 65C-22.002(3), FAC) (04-01)

The facility did not have a minimum of 35 square feet of usable space for each child. The [Classrom A of building C] room which is routinely occupied by children has a capacity of [12] children and [23] children were observed in care. General Requirements [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, observed 2 classes combined due to one teacher calling in sick. In doing so, did not meet the minimum required space per child. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-06-10. View official inspection document (report adb84633-5cb3-42b8-87f9-e90519837c74)

05. Staff Ratio (Articles VIII.B, C, and XVIII.A, B) (05-01)

A staffing ratio of [15:1] for the children age [3 & 4] is the minimum required. There was/were [1] staff for [23] children aged [3 & 4] observed. General Requirements [SR] Comments: At time of inspection, there were 23 kids in Classroom A of Building C, and there was only 1 teacher. A teacher in the school called in sick so 2 classes were combined. In doing so, failed to meet the minimum required ratio. Staff Ratio observed as follows: Building D Classroom A (Toddlers & 2 yr olds) - 10:1 (DM) Classroom B (Infants) - 4:1 (RM) Building C Classroom A (3 & 4 yr olds) - 23:1 (TL) Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-06-10. View official inspection document (report adb84633-5cb3-42b8-87f9-e90519837c74)

15. Floor, Walls, and Ceiling Good Repair (Article X.A) (15-01)

The floor in the [front of classroom B in building C, and in front of the toilet in the hallway] area was defective or not in good repair. Physical Facility [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, observed the floor in front of classroom B in building C, and the floor in front of the restrooms in the hallway not in good repair, and represent a trip hazard for the kids. Due: 7/10/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-06-10. View official inspection document (report adb84633-5cb3-42b8-87f9-e90519837c74)

15. Floor, Walls, and Ceiling Good Repair (Article X.A) (15-02)

The wall in the [Classroom A in Building C] room was not in good repair as evidenced by [peeling]. Physical Facility [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, observed paint peeling of the walls in classrooms. Photo evidence attached. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-06-10. View official inspection document (report adb84633-5cb3-42b8-87f9-e90519837c74)

25. Outdoor Play Area Free of Debris/Fenced/Shaded (Article X.B) (25-04)

The outdoor play space was not adequately enclosed; fencing was missing, broken or not safely secure as evidenced by [10 inch gap in the fence directly accessible from playground area.]. Physical Facility [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, observed the outdoor play space was not adequately enclosed; fencing was missing, broken or not safely secure as evidenced by [ 10-inch gap in the fence directly accessible from playground area. Not Applicable Comments At the time of inspection, no swimming pool/wading pools observed. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-06-10. View official inspection document (report adb84633-5cb3-42b8-87f9-e90519837c74)

34. Daily Attendance Log (Article XV.E) (34-05)

Children received and present in the program were not signed in as required. Comments: At the time of inspection, observed Children received and present in the program were not signed in as required. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-06-10. View official inspection document (report adb84633-5cb3-42b8-87f9-e90519837c74)

47. Cooking and Warming Devices (Article XII.H) (47-01)

A crock pot used for warming infant formula and food contained water that exceeded 120 degrees Fahrenheit. Comments: A crock pot used for warming infant formula and food contained water that exceeded 120 degrees Fahrenheit. MEDICATION Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-06-10. View official inspection document (report adb84633-5cb3-42b8-87f9-e90519837c74)

34. Daily Attendance Log (Article XV.E) (34-01)

The daily attendance log for the [3-4 Yrs old class and the 4-5 Yrs old classroom] group was not completed to give real time information. Safety [SR] Comments: At the time of the complaint investigation, the daily attendance for the 3-4 Yr & 4-5 Yr old classroom groups were not completed to give real time information, but at the time of investigation it was completed. 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 2025-01-17. View official inspection document (report 2325271b-0793-4653-b519-a745f6cb0a55)

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: At the time of the compliant investigation, facility failed to complete a written record of an unusual incident on the day of the occurrence and not given to the parent. But it was completed the following day. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-01-17. View official inspection document (report 2325271b-0793-4653-b519-a745f6cb0a55)

02. Licensed Facility (Article IV.A, and E) (Article IV.A, and E) (02-05)

The facility failed to submit a complete renewal application at least 45 days before expiration of the current license. Comments: Article IV.A.8. Unless revoked or surrendered, all licenses or certificates of compliance or certificates of substantial compliance shall expire December 31st of each year. All applications for renewal for the following calendar year must be completed and filed with the Department no later than November 1st of the current year. The application was received on 12/4/2024. The violation was cleared on and corrected. 03. License Capacity (Article IV.A) (Article IV.A) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 1 - Capacity, Page 10) Not Monitored 04. Indoor/Outdoor Square Footage (Article X.A and B and Rule 65C-22.002(3), FAC) (Article X.A and B and Rule 65C-22.002(3), FAC) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 1 - Capacity, Page 10) Not Monitored 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) Not Monitored 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) Not Monitored 07. Telephone/Communication Device (Articles X.F and XVIII.A) (Articles X.F and XVIII.A) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 14.2 Fire Safety, Page 33) Not Monitored 08. Daily Program (Article IX.A) (Article IX.A) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 7 Planned Activities, Pages 19-20) Not Monitored 09. Discipline (Article IX.C) (Article IX.C) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 9 Child Discipline, Pages 21-22) Not Monitored 10. Proper Hand Washing (Articles X.D) (Articles X.D) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10.6 Bathrooms and Sinks, Page 25) Not Monitored Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-01-09. View official inspection document (report ba4e363e-0f67-4219-8fc1-f799442c3455)