The Salvation Army - Northwest Community Center

WEST PALM BEACH, FLChild Care FacilityLicensed

4.4based on state inspection data
Capacity165
HoursMon 8:00AM to 5:30PM; Tue 8:00AM to 5:30PM; Wed 8:00AM to 5:30PM; Thu 8:00AM to 5:30PM; Fri 8:00AM to 5:30PM
Est. price$1,009/mo

Contact information

Address600 N Rosemary Ave, West Palm Beach FL, 33401

CityWEST PALM BEACH, FL 33401

CountyPALM BEACH

Phone5618336767

Operating details

HoursMon 8:00AM to 5:30PM; Tue 8:00AM to 5:30PM; Wed 8:00AM to 5:30PM; Thu 8:00AM to 5:30PM; Fri 8:00AM to 5:30PM

Capacity165

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 8/15/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High13
  • Medium-High6
  • Medium6
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

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600 N Rosemary Ave, West Palm Beach FL, 33401, WEST PALM BEACH, FL 33401

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  1. Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
  2. This is a large program - ask how children are grouped, how ratios are kept in each room, and how staff cover breaks
  3. Ask about teacher-to-child ratios and how supervision is maintained through the day
  4. Ask about their illness policy and which symptoms require a child to stay home

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 8/15/2025

  • High13
  • Medium-High6
  • Medium6
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

2025

  1. Medium riskStandard 698/15/2025

    69. 10-Hour Annual In-service (Article VI.G) (69-01)

    The personnel record for staff did not include verification that ten hours of annual in-service training had been completed during the fiscal year ending June 30. Personnel Records [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, no record of annual in-service hours for staffs AA, IP, and NB Due: 9/15/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-08-15. View official inspection document (report 952e1c25-479d-4b77-8266-01bedab03ed9)

    Not corrected
  2. High riskStandard 688/15/2025

    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: At the time of inspection, staff AA did not have a current Child Abuse and Neglect Statement on File. Due: 9/15/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-08-15. View official inspection document (report 952e1c25-479d-4b77-8266-01bedab03ed9)

    Not corrected
  3. Medium riskStandard 608/15/2025

    60. Good Moral Character Affidavit (Article VII.A) (60-01)

    The personnel record for staff did not include a signed "Affidavit of Good Moral Character". Comments: At the time of inspection, staffs AA, IP, and NB did not have a current Affidavit of Good Moral Character on file. Due: 9/15/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-08-15. View official inspection document (report 952e1c25-479d-4b77-8266-01bedab03ed9)

    Not corrected
  4. Medium-High riskStandard 288/15/2025

    28. Fire Drills/Fire Plan/Fire Inspection (Articles X.A, F and XV.E) (28-01)

    The facility did not conduct a fire drill for the month(s) of [January - July 2025]. Safety [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, no record of Fire drill for the months of January - July 2025 Compliance Comments Last service date Feb 2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-08-15. View official inspection document (report 952e1c25-479d-4b77-8266-01bedab03ed9)

    Not corrected
  5. High riskStandard 701/17/2025

    70. (70-02)

    The person responsible for the daily operation of the child care facility had no documentation of a Director Credential. Comments: Violation not corrected: No one onsite with a Director Credential. Council granted the program an extension for 1 month, a final decision decision will be made on the matter next month. CHILDREN’S RECORDS 71. Enrollment Information (Article XV.B and C) Not Monitored 72. Alternate Nutrition Contract (Article XII.B) Not Monitored 73. Signed Receipt for CCC Brochure (Article XV.B) Not Monitored 74. Signed Receipt for Discipline (Article XV.B) Not Monitored 75. Physical Examination (Form 3040) (Article XV.C) Not Monitored Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-01-17. View official inspection document (report 9d94b82a-23cb-48c5-9359-38d2b936e4e6)

    Not corrected
  6. High riskStandard 021/13/2025

    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: At time of inspection facility failed to submit a complete renewal application at least 45 days before expiration of the current license. 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 Compliance Comments At time of inspection observed staff ratio as follows: 25 children & 2 staff 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) 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 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-01-13. View official inspection document (report bdf910f1-60be-4389-9bf2-e5114d77eb40)

    Not corrected
  7. Medium riskStandard 021/13/2025

    02. Licensed Facility (Article IV.A, and E) (Article IV.A, and E) (02-03)

    The facility was operating while the annual license/certificate had expired and before a new license/certificate had been issued. Comments: At time of inspection facility was operating while the annual license/certificate had expired 12/31/24 and before a new license/certificate had been issued. Due: 1/17/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-01-13. View official inspection document (report bdf910f1-60be-4389-9bf2-e5114d77eb40)

    Not corrected

2024

  1. High riskStandard 7012/30/2024

    70. (70-02)

    The person responsible for the daily operation of the child care facility had no documentation of a Director Credential. Comments: Violation was not corrected: No one onsite with a Director credential. 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) Not Monitored 72. Alternate Nutrition Contract (Article XII.B) (Article XII.B) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 17 Food and Nutrition Services, Pages 36-42) Not Monitored 73. Signed Receipt for CCC Brochure (Article XV.B) (Article XV.B) Not Monitored 74. Signed Receipt for Discipline (Article XV.B) (Article XV.B) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 19.2 Record Keeping/Childrens Files, Page 47) Not Monitored 75. Physical Examination (Form 3040) (Article XV.C) (Form 3040) (Article XV.C) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 19.2 Record Keeping/Childrens Files, Page 46) Not Monitored 76. Immunization Current (Form 680) (Article XV.C) (Form 680) (Article XV.C) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 19.2 Record Keeping/Childrens Files, Page 47) Not Monitored 77. Emergency Medical Authorization (Article XV.B) (Article XV.B) Not Monitored TRANSPORTATION 78. Liability Insurance (Article XVII.A) (Article XVII.A) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 6 Transportation, Page 17-19) Not Monitored Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-12-30. View official inspection document (report bb1031d6-d573-4f3f-a5a4-2561da3f0e13)

    Not corrected
  2. Medium riskStandard 6412/30/2024

    64. Proof of Risk Assessment Completed/Negative TB Test (Article XV.D) (Article XV.D) (64-01)

    The personnel record for staff did not include a statement that he/she was free of tuberculosis in a communicable stage as indicated by an approved TB risk assessment, skin test or chest X-ray. Comments: Violation was not corrected: I.A did not have proof of T.B risk assessment on file 65. Physical Examination (Article XV.D) (Article XV.D) Not Monitored 66. Training Requirements (Articles VI and XV.D; 65C-22 F.A.C.) (Articles VI and XV.D; 65C-22 F.A.C.) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 18 Training Requirements, Pages 26-27) Noncompliance Due: 1/3/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-12-30. View official inspection document (report bb1031d6-d573-4f3f-a5a4-2561da3f0e13)

    Not corrected
  3. High riskStandard 6612/30/2024

    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: Staff : D.A and I.A missing the training requirements for ELC. Due: 1/3/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-12-30. View official inspection document (report bb1031d6-d573-4f3f-a5a4-2561da3f0e13)

    Not corrected
  4. Medium-High riskStandard 6612/30/2024

    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: Violation was not corrected: Two (2) staff missing fire extinguisher training on file. 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) Noncompliance Due: 1/3/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-12-30. View official inspection document (report bb1031d6-d573-4f3f-a5a4-2561da3f0e13)

    Not corrected
  5. High riskStandard 6712/30/2024

    67. (67-01)

    The facility did not have at least one staff member present during all hours of operation with proof of current approved first aid certification. (Section 13.4, numbers 1 and 2) Personnel Records [SR] Comments: All staff First Aid and CPR courses did not include an on-site instructor-based skills demonstration and assessment by a certified instructor Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-12-30. View official inspection document (report bb1031d6-d573-4f3f-a5a4-2561da3f0e13)

    Not corrected
  6. Medium-High riskStandard 6712/30/2024

    67. (67-05)

    The online CPR training did not include an on-site instructor-based skills assessment and is invalid for the individual. (Section 13.4, number 5) Personnel Records [SR] Comments: Violation was not corrected: The online CPR training for all staff did not include an on-site instructor-based skills assessment. 68. Child Abuse/Neglect Statement (Article VI.I) (Article VI.I) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 19.4 Record Keeping/Personnel Records, Page 48) Not Monitored 69. 10-Hour Annual In-service (Article VI.G) (Article VI.G) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 18 Training Requirements, Pages 26-27) Not Monitored 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) Noncompliance Due: 1/3/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-12-30. View official inspection document (report bb1031d6-d573-4f3f-a5a4-2561da3f0e13)

    Not corrected
  7. High riskStandard 7912/30/2024

    79. (79-04)

    The driver of a vehicle used to transport children in care did not have verification of an annual physical examination. (Section 6.2, numbers 1 and 2) Transportation [SR] Comments: Violation was not corrected: Physical examination for the driver(N.B) was not available for review. 80. Vehicle/Child Restraint (Article XVII.A and B) (Article XVII.A and B) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 6 Transportation, Pages 17-19) Noncompliance Due: 1/3/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-12-30. View official inspection document (report bb1031d6-d573-4f3f-a5a4-2561da3f0e13)

    Not corrected
  8. High riskStandard 8012/30/2024

    80. (80-04)

    The facility had no verification of an annual inspection by a mechanic for the vehicle(s) used to transport children. (Section 6.1, number 1) Transportation [SR] Comments: Proof of annual inspection was not provided for vehicle tag #:X1008E 81. Transportation Log (Article XVII.C) (Article XVII.C) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 6 Transportation, Pages 17-19) Not Monitored ENFORCEMENT 82. Violation Citations Posted (Article XXI.D) (Article XXI.D) Not Monitored 83. Explanation/Corrective Action Posted (Article XXI.D) (Article XXI.D) Not Monitored SCHOOL READINESS Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-12-30. View official inspection document (report bb1031d6-d573-4f3f-a5a4-2561da3f0e13)

    Not corrected
  9. Medium-High riskStandard 6612/16/2024

    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: (2) staff missing fire extinguisher on file. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-12-16. View official inspection document (report 79bacaae-6861-4cdf-bc5f-66cee3c510a8)

    Not corrected
  10. High riskStandard 8012/16/2024

    80. (80-04)

    The facility had no verification of an annual inspection by a mechanic for the vehicle(s) used to transport children. (Section 6.1, number 1) Transportation [SR] Comments: Proof of annual inspection was not provided for vehicle tag #:X1008E Compliance Comments Inspected 1 vehicle: X1008E 81. Transportation Log (Article XVII.C) (Article XVII.C) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 6 Transportation, Pages 17-19) Compliance ENFORCEMENT Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-12-16. View official inspection document (report 79bacaae-6861-4cdf-bc5f-66cee3c510a8)

    Not corrected
  11. High riskStandard 7912/16/2024

    79. (79-04)

    The driver of a vehicle used to transport children in care did not have verification of an annual physical examination. (Section 6.2, numbers 1 and 2) Transportation [SR] Comments: Physical examination for the driver was not available for review. 80. Vehicle/Child Restraint (Article XVII.A and B) (Article XVII.A and B) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 6 Transportation, Pages 17-19) Noncompliance Due: 12/27/2024 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-12-16. View official inspection document (report 79bacaae-6861-4cdf-bc5f-66cee3c510a8)

    Not corrected
  12. Medium-High riskStandard 6712/16/2024

    67. (67-05)

    The online CPR training did not include an on-site instructor-based skills assessment and is invalid for the individual. (Section 13.4, number 5) Personnel Records [SR] Comments: The online CPR training for all staff did not include an on-site instructor-based skills assessment and is invalid for the individual. 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 Not Monitored Comments Standard already marked as non-compliance on a reinspection conducted on the same day(12/16/2024) 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) Not Monitored 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 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-12-16. View official inspection document (report 79bacaae-6861-4cdf-bc5f-66cee3c510a8)

    Not corrected
  13. High riskStandard 6712/16/2024

    67. (67-01)

    The facility did not have at least one staff member present during all hours of operation with proof of current approved first aid certification. (Section 13.4, numbers 1 and 2) Personnel Records [SR] Comments: Staff First Aid and CPR courses did not include an on-site instructor-based skills demonstration and assessment by a certified instructor Due: 12/27/2024 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-12-16. View official inspection document (report 79bacaae-6861-4cdf-bc5f-66cee3c510a8)

    Not corrected
  14. High riskStandard 6612/16/2024

    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: All staff missing ELC training requirements I.A DCF transcript was not available for review Due: 12/27/2024 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-12-16. View official inspection document (report 79bacaae-6861-4cdf-bc5f-66cee3c510a8)

    Not corrected
  15. Medium riskStandard 6412/16/2024

    64. Proof of Risk Assessment Completed/Negative TB Test (Article XV.D) (Article XV.D) (64-01)

    The personnel record for staff did not include a statement that he/she was free of tuberculosis in a communicable stage as indicated by an approved TB risk assessment, skin test or chest X-ray. Comments: The T.B. risk assessment was not on file or on the DOH form for the following staff: D.A., N.B., I.A. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-12-16. View official inspection document (report 79bacaae-6861-4cdf-bc5f-66cee3c510a8)

    Not corrected
  16. Medium riskStandard 3412/16/2024

    34. (34-04)

    Child(ren) released to parent/guardian was/were not signed out by an authorized person. Comments: Two(2 ) children were not signed out by an authorized person: J.C : Not signed out on 12/5/2024 Z.B: Not signed out on 12/6/2024 Not Applicable Comments Not being conducted 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 Not 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 2024-12-16. View official inspection document (report 79bacaae-6861-4cdf-bc5f-66cee3c510a8)

    Not corrected
  17. High riskStandard 2812/16/2024

    28. (28-06)

    The facility did not have verification of a current and approved annual fire inspection. Inspection and approval was required as of [2]. 1. Ambulance 2. Fire 3. Police 4. Regional and National Poison Control 5. Florida Abuse Hotline 6. Palm Beach County Health Department (Section 14.2, number 1) Safety [SR] Comments: Proof of annual fire inspection was not provided at the time of the inspection. Compliance Comments Last serviced: 2/24 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) Compliance 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 2024-12-16. View official inspection document (report 79bacaae-6861-4cdf-bc5f-66cee3c510a8)

    Not corrected
  18. Medium-High riskStandard 2812/16/2024

    28. (28-01)

    The facility did not conduct a fire drill for the month(s) of [October and November]. (Section 14.3, number 1) Safety [SR] Comments: Drill log not available for review, per person in charge, last drills conducted was September 2024 Due: 12/27/2024 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-12-16. View official inspection document (report 79bacaae-6861-4cdf-bc5f-66cee3c510a8)

    Not corrected

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About this daycare

  • Location: WEST PALM BEACH, PALM BEACH County
  • Capacity: 165
  • Type: Child Care Facility

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