Happy Kids Academy Boca LLC
BOCA RATON, FL·Child Care FacilityLicensed
Contact information
Address4545 NW 2nd Ave, Boca Raton FL, 33431
CountyPALM BEACH
Phone3214628083
Operating details
HoursMon 7:30AM to 5:30PM; Tue 7:30AM to 5:30PM; Wed 7:30AM to 5:30PM; Thu 7:30AM to 5:30PM; Fri 7:30AM to 5:30PM; Sat 9:00AM to 3:00PM
Capacity108
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 12/1/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High1
- Medium-High3
- Medium14
- Medium-Low1
- Low0
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4545 NW 2nd Ave, Boca Raton FL, 33431, BOCA RATON, FL 33431
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Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 12/1/2025
- High1
- Medium-High3
- Medium14
- Medium-Low1
- Low0
2025
- Medium riskStandard 3612/1/2025
36. (36-07)
Staff purses or other personal items were observed accessible to children in the [3/4 years old classroom- Russian classroom]. Comments: Childcare personnel purse and personal items must be stored inaccessible to children in care. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-12-01. View official inspection document (report 1401a7c5-8b47-4b4f-a2b7-31ca8eefb5e8)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 6612/1/2025
66. (66-11)
The facility did not have documented proof that all staff were trained and knowledgeable in the use of fire extinguishers within 30 days of employment. (Section 14.2, number 3) Personnel Records [SR] Comments: Fire extinguisher training was not observed on file for child care personnels who have been employed more than 30 days. 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 Compliance Comments Director Credential expires on 7/21/2030- E. F. 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 CHILDREN’S RECORDS 71. Enrollment Information (Article XV.B and C) (Article XV.B and C) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 19.2 Record Keeping/Childrens Files, Page 47) Compliance 72. Alternate Nutrition Contract (Article XII.B) (Article XII.B) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 17 Food and Nutrition Services, Pages 36-42) Compliance Due: 12/12/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-12-01. View official inspection document (report 1401a7c5-8b47-4b4f-a2b7-31ca8eefb5e8)
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 6612/1/2025
66. (66-03)
There are staff who failed to begin the Department's required 40-hour introductory child care training within 90 days of employment or complete the training within one year. Comments: Childcare personnel have not completed the required training within one of hired date or in the child care industry. Due: 12/12/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-12-01. View official inspection document (report 1401a7c5-8b47-4b4f-a2b7-31ca8eefb5e8)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 6112/1/2025
61. (61-01)
The following supplementary records required for screening was incomplete or inaccurate [Form 5131]. Comments: DCF form 5131 not on file for staff. Document emailed to provider at time of inspection. 62. Local, State, Federal Check (Article VII.A, and F) (Article VII.A, and F) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 19.5 Record Keeping/Background Screening, Page 49) Compliance PERSONNEL RECORDS 63. Application (Article XV.D) (Article XV.D) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 19.4 Record Keeping/Personnel Records, Page 48) Compliance Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-12-01. View official inspection document (report 1401a7c5-8b47-4b4f-a2b7-31ca8eefb5e8)
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 4612/1/2025
46. (46-49)
Food provided by parents/guardians was not properly stored and handled in a sanitary manner to prevent contamination or spoilage. (Section 17.6, number 3) Food And Nutrition [SR] Comments: A designated food preparation sink is required. At time of inspection, observed raw chicken boiling, the facility operates as a full food service, which prepared meals onsite. The facility was approved with a commercial grade dishwasher, handwashing sink, and one of the 3 compartment sinks was designated as a food preparation sink,, with the intent the dishwasher would be used for all warewashing. It was observed, dishes were stored in all 3 compartments of the 3 compartment sink and a red dish rack with a drain board. Please be advise, all sink have sole use purposes. Not Applicable Comments Cooking and warming devices not observed at time of the facility. 47. Cooking and Warming Devices (Article XII.H) (Article XII.H) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 17.4 Breastmilk, Infant Formula and Food, Pages 40-41) Not Applicable MEDICATION 48. Prescription Only (Article XIII.C) (Article XIII.C) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 16 Medication, Pages 35-36) Compliance 49. Medication Storage (Article XIII.C) (Article XIII.C) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 16 Medication, Pages 35-36) Compliance 50. Written Medication Authorization (Article XIII.C) (Article XIII.C) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 16 Medication, Pages 35-36) Compliance 51. Medication Log (Article XIII.C) (Article XIII.C) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 16 Medication, Pages 35-36) Compliance COMMUNICABLE DISEASE Due: 12/12/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-12-01. View official inspection document (report 1401a7c5-8b47-4b4f-a2b7-31ca8eefb5e8)
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 4612/1/2025
46. (46-35)
The facility's three-compartment sink was improperly used for washing, rinsing, and sanitizing multi-use eating and drinking utensils in that [dishes stored in the sanitizer section. ]. Comments: Observed Due: 12/12/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-12-01. View official inspection document (report 1401a7c5-8b47-4b4f-a2b7-31ca8eefb5e8)
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 4612/1/2025
46. (46-20)
Food products, [case of water], were stored on floors. (Section 17.2, number 2) Food And Nutrition [SR] Comments: Case of bottle water observed on the floor in the kitchen. All food items including water can not be stored directly on the floor. Due: 12/12/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-12-01. View official inspection document (report 1401a7c5-8b47-4b4f-a2b7-31ca8eefb5e8)
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 4612/1/2025
46. (46-01)
The facility did not have verification that at least one person on staff had current Food Manager's Certification when food was being prepared or served Comments: Food manager certification: E.F. expires on 7/21/2028 Person I.S. observed preparing meals at time of inspection I.S.- Food manager certification not on file at time of inspection. Due: 12/12/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-12-01. View official inspection document (report 1401a7c5-8b47-4b4f-a2b7-31ca8eefb5e8)
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 3612/1/2025
36. (36-13)
A power cord from the [TV cord] was accessible to children. Comments: 3/4 years old classroom. TV cord hanging, accessible to children in care. Not Applicable Comments Pets not observed at time of inspection. 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 Due: 12/12/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-12-01. View official inspection document (report 1401a7c5-8b47-4b4f-a2b7-31ca8eefb5e8)
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 3612/1/2025
36. (36-12)
The facility did not provide protective covers for electrical outlets within the childrens reach. Comments: Outlet observed unprotected near the water dispenser stored in the wallway. Staff corrected violation at time of inspection, by providing a outlet cover on the outlet. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-12-01. View official inspection document (report 1401a7c5-8b47-4b4f-a2b7-31ca8eefb5e8)
Corrected at inspection - Medium riskStandard 0412/1/2025
04. (04-02)
The room capacity was not posted conspicuously in the following room(s): [all classrooms] (Section 1, number 1) General Requirements [SR] Comments: Room capacity was not observed posted in each classroom. Compliance Comments Staff to child ratio: 2/3 years, 1 teachers, 7 students 3 years old, 2 teachers, 14 students 3/4 years old, 2 teachers, 9 students 4 years old, 2 teachers, 13 students 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) Noncompliance Due: 12/12/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-12-01. View official inspection document (report 1401a7c5-8b47-4b4f-a2b7-31ca8eefb5e8)
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 3612/1/2025
36. (36-05)
An irritating odor/toxic fume was present in a room occupied by children. Comments: An air freshener observed plugged into an electrical outlet. Air fresheners are prohibited in childcare facilities. Due: 12/12/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-12-01. View official inspection document (report 1401a7c5-8b47-4b4f-a2b7-31ca8eefb5e8)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 3112/1/2025
31. (31-09)
The following equipment and/or toys were not safe: [Shelving] as evidenced by [unsecure/ easily movable]. (Section 11.1, number 2) (Section 11.2, numbers 2 and 4) Safety [SR] Comments: Observed shelving easily movable in the 3 to 4 years old Russian class. 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 Compliance Comments Observed real time attendance. 34. Daily Attendance Log (Article XV.E) (Article XV.E) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 19.3 Record Keeping/Attendance, Page 48) Compliance 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) Noncompliance Due: 12/12/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-12-01. View official inspection document (report 1401a7c5-8b47-4b4f-a2b7-31ca8eefb5e8)
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 2112/1/2025
21. (21-01)
Garbage, or other refuse was not stored in a manner to maintain the premises in a clean and sanitary condition. (Section 17.1, number 1) Physical Facility [SR] Comments: Dumpster garbage lid observed open. Black plastic used bag observed stored outside In front of entrance. 22. Physical Facility: Lighting, Temperature, Ventilation (Article X.A) Lighting, Temperature, Ventilation (Article X.A) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10 Physical Environment, Pages 23-24) Compliance 23. Toilet and Bath Facilities (Article X.D) (Article X.D) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10.6 Bathrooms and Sinks, Page 25) Compliance Due: 12/12/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-12-01. View official inspection document (report 1401a7c5-8b47-4b4f-a2b7-31ca8eefb5e8)
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 1712/1/2025
17. (17-02)
Potable water was not available to [children in care]. (Section 12.1) Physical Facility [SR] Comments: Observed cups not provided for water dispenser. 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 Compliance Comments Boca Raton Utilities. 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 Compliance Comments Boca Raton Utilities Due: 12/12/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-12-01. View official inspection document (report 1401a7c5-8b47-4b4f-a2b7-31ca8eefb5e8)
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 1512/1/2025
15. (15-03)
The following interior areas of the facility were observed to not be in good repair: [water fountain]. (Section 10, number 1) Physical Facility [SR] Comments: Observed water fountain missing handle which resulted in an hole with sharp diameters. 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 17. Water Fountains Per Licensed Capacity (Article X.A) (Article X.A) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 12 Health and Sanitation, Page 28) Noncompliance Due: 12/12/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-12-01. View official inspection document (report 1401a7c5-8b47-4b4f-a2b7-31ca8eefb5e8)
Not corrected - Medium-Low riskStandard 0912/1/2025
09. (09-08)
The custodial parent or legal guardian was not provided written notification of the programs expulsion policy. (Section 9, number 3) General Requirements [SR] Comments: Expulsion policy not observed on file at time of inspection for childcare personnel . 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 Compliance Comments Facility not approve to offer night time care services. 12. Night-time Care (Article XVI) (Article XVI) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 12 Health and Sanitation, Page 28) Compliance Due: 12/12/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-12-01. View official inspection document (report 1401a7c5-8b47-4b4f-a2b7-31ca8eefb5e8)
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 0912/1/2025
09. (09-05)
There was no written verification on file that staff had received a copy of the facility's disciplinary policy. Comments: Verification staff received policy not observed on file. Due: 12/12/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-12-01. View official inspection document (report 1401a7c5-8b47-4b4f-a2b7-31ca8eefb5e8)
Not corrected - High riskStandard 0612/1/2025
06. (06-18)
A staff member who had not completed all pre-service training requirements was allowed unsupervised contact or care of children. (Section 18.1) General Requirements [SR] Comments: Observed child care personnel directly supervising children in care without the required ELC preservice training. 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) Compliance Compliance Comments Observed posted in each classroom. 08. Daily Program (Article IX.A) (Article IX.A) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 7 Planned Activities, Pages 19-20) Compliance 09. Discipline (Article IX.C) (Article IX.C) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 9 Child Discipline, Pages 21-22) Noncompliance Due: 12/12/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-12-01. View official inspection document (report 1401a7c5-8b47-4b4f-a2b7-31ca8eefb5e8)
Not corrected
Safety & Compliance Analysis
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Estimated monthly cost
$1,009/month
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About this daycare
- Location: BOCA RATON, PALM BEACH County
- Capacity: 108
- Type: Child Care Facility
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