THE GENIUS KIDS ACADEMY

10. (10-14)

3.1(A), Handbook: All child care facilities must be clean, in good repair, free from health and safety hazards and from evidence of, or presence of, vermin infestation. An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. (Section 2.1(A) Health and Safety, Page 3) Facility/Storage [SR] Comments: The following area of the facility was in need of repairs: - Broken toilet (3 years old classroom) - The rusty and corroded handwashing sink knobs (3 years old classroom). - Remove the knife from the classroom sink and secure the knife to a locked cabinet. - Clean the stained area rugs (throughout the facility). - Ensure the childrens naptime blankets and sheets are stored separate and properly in accordance with school readiness rules. 11. Toxins/Hazardous Materials Group: Sec. 7-42, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-42, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-05-01. View official inspection document (report ab5ff986-a2c4-49f8-9952-d7a8e30b4eba)

47. Fire and Emergency Safety Group: DCF Handbook DCF Handbook (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (47-01)

3.8.2 (A), Handbook: Unless statutorily exempted, all child care facilities must conform to state standards adopted by the State Fire Marshal, Chapter 69A-36, F.A.C., Uniform Standards for Life Safety and Fire Prevention in Child Care Facilities. A copy of the current and approved annual fire inspection report completed by a certified fire inspector must be on file with the licensing authority. The facility has not been inspected and approved by the local fire department as required. (Section 2.1(A) Health and Safety, Page 3) License/Certificates [SR] Comments: The facility has not been inspected and approved by the local fire department as required (Last inspection date: 4/30/2025). Compliance Comments Firs drills were conducted monthly as required. Due: 5/29/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-05-01. View official inspection document (report ab5ff986-a2c4-49f8-9952-d7a8e30b4eba)

22. Outdoor Equipment Group: Sec. 7-37, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (22-03)

3.12(C), Handbook: All equipment, fences, and objects on the facilitys premises shall be free from sharp, broken and jagged edges, and properly placed to prevent overcrowding or safety hazards in any one area. Equipment in the outdoor space needs repair. Indoor/Outdoor Space [SR] Comments: The equipment in the outdoor space needs repair; the playground structure was observed exhibiting rust and peeling paint on the railings. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-01-05. View official inspection document (report 8595b910-bafa-4b57-a529-90b81a8581d0)

47. Fire and Emergency Safety Group: DCF Handbook (47-05)

3.8.2(B), Handbook: Fire extinguishers with a minimum rating of 2A:10BC must be properly installed, serviced and maintained with current inspection tags at all times. The fire extinguishers throughout the facility were not properly maintained. License/Certificates [SR] Comments: The fire extinguishers throughout the facility were observed with expired service tags. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-01-05. View official inspection document (report 8595b910-bafa-4b57-a529-90b81a8581d0)

03. Personnel Training Group: Sec. 7-30, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (03-06)

4.2.7(B), Handbook: Documentation of the in-service training requirement must be recorded on CF-FSP Form 5268, Child Care In- Service Training Record and included in the child care facilitys personnel records. A new in-service training record is required each fiscal year. The in-service training records for the previous two fiscal years must also be maintained at the child care facility for review by the licensing authority. Documentation of in-service training was not recorded on CF-FSP Form 5268, Child Care In-service Training Record. Staff Requirements [SR] Comments: There was no documentation of in-service training hours recorded on CF-FSP Form 5268, Child Care In-service Training Log. Due: 9/24/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-09-10. View official inspection document (report 807cc134-3465-4906-a618-9533758d4247)

03. Personnel Training Group: Sec. 7-30, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (03-07)

4.2.7 and 4.2.7(D), Handbook: Upon successful completion of the 40-hour introductory training requirements, child care personnel must complete a minimum of 10 clock-hours or one CEU of in-service training annually during the states fiscal year beginning July 1 and ending June 30. Sec. 7-30(a)(1), Ordinance: All child care personnel permanently assigned to care for infants must complete four hours of annual in-service training specifically geared to infant care. Child care personnel, including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the required in-service training. Staff Requirements [SR] Comments: There were (2) two staff members who did not complete the required 10 hours in service training. Due: 9/24/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-09-10. View official inspection document (report 807cc134-3465-4906-a618-9533758d4247)

14. (14-02)

Sec. 7-35(c)(2), Ordinance: Any child care facility with a licensed capacity of 50 children or fewer shall install a minimum of two drinking fountains, including at least one inside the facility and at least one in any outdoor play area. Child care facilities with a licensed capacity of more than 50 children shall have one additional drinking fountain located either inside or outside the facility for each additional 50 children licensed capacity or any fraction thereof. Manual or electrically powered commercial water coolers may be used to meet the indoor drinking fountain requirements. Electrically powered commercial water coolers may be used to meet the outdoor drinking fountain requirements. Water coolers with a hot water feature are prohibited for use by children at child care facilities. The facility has an inadequate number of working indoor/outdoor drinking fountains. An additional [see below] indoor/outdoor fountain(s) is/are required. Comments: The facility has an inadequate number of working indoor/outdoor drinking fountains. An additional [...] indoor/outdoor fountain(s) is/are required. According to the facility's capacity (123), there shall be a total of 4 working indoor/outdoor drinking fountains; only 3 fountains were observed in working order (drinking fountains in the 3 years old classroom is out of order). 15. Phone/Emergency Numbers Posted Group: Sec. 7-35, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-35, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance INDOOR/OUTDOOR SPACE 16. Useable Indoor Play Space Group: Secs. 7-37 and 7-48, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Secs. 7-37 and 7-48, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 17. Equipment and Furnishings Group: Sec. 7-36, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-36, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 18. Activity Plan Group: Sec. 7-36, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-36, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-04-28. View official inspection document (report d1ad1c7c-80f4-4533-9bb1-d49755dc3240)

47. Fire and Emergency Safety Group: DCF Handbook DCF Handbook (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (47-01)

3.8.2 (A), Handbook: Unless statutorily exempted, all child care facilities must conform to state standards adopted by the State Fire Marshal, Chapter 69A-36, F.A.C., Uniform Standards for Life Safety and Fire Prevention in Child Care Facilities. A copy of the current and approved annual fire inspection report completed by a certified fire inspector must be on file with the licensing authority. The facility has not been inspected and approved by the local fire department as required. (Section 2.1(A) Health and Safety, Page 3) License/Certificates [SR] Comments: The facility has not been inspected and approved by the local fire department as required (fire inspection report consisted of 3 violations). Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-04-28. View official inspection document (report d1ad1c7c-80f4-4533-9bb1-d49755dc3240)

11. General Facility Requirements Group: Sec. 7-5.01, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (11-13)

3.1(A), Handbook: All child care facilities must be in good repair, free from health and safety hazards. Areas of the facility were found to be in need of repair in the following areas [1 Ceiling tiles in the 4 year old room and 1 ceiling tiles in the 1 year old room need replacing.]. Facility/Storage [SR] Comments: During a previous inspection it was noted that 7 Ceiling tiles in the 4 year old room and 3 ceiling tiles in the 2 year old room need replacing. During this revisit the facility presented CCLE with emails indicating that repair orders were made and more extensive roof repair is needed. Currently, 1 Ceiling tiles in the 4 year old room and 1 ceiling tiles in the 1 year old room need replacing. An extension is being given so repairs to the roof can be completed. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-09-30. View official inspection document (report 529872fa-531e-408f-94bf-dc3409fd7eba)

24. Outdoor Equipment Group: Sec. 7-5.03, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (24-03)

Sec. 7-5.03(i), Ordinance: All equipment must be installed safely and maintained in a safe condition. All play equipment shall be of substantial construction and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters, and exposed bolts. Ladders on slides must have a handrail. The following equipment in the outdoor space is broken and needs to be repaired: [Rust has developed at the bottom of the green railing. In addition, the first step rusted out under the rubber covering of the climber.]. Indoor/Outdoor Space [SR] Comments: It was noted during a previous inspection that Rust has developed at the bottom of the green railing. In addition, the first step rusted out under the rubber covering of the climber. A repair person was sent to the facility and a special tool has been ordered for the removal of the step in addition to the matching paint. An extension is being given to complete the repairs. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-09-30. View official inspection document (report 529872fa-531e-408f-94bf-dc3409fd7eba)

11. General Facility Requirements Group: Sec. 7-5.01, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (11-13)

3.1(A), Handbook: All child care facilities must be in good repair, free from health and safety hazards. Areas of the facility were found to be in need of repair in the following areas [7 Ceilling tiles in the 4 year old room and 3 ceiling tiles in the 2 year old room need replacing.]. Facility/Storage [SR] Comments: 7 Ceilling tiles in the 4 year old room and 3 ceiling tiles in the 2 year old room need replacing. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-09-16. View official inspection document (report 848d9a1d-f617-4190-8505-d80ddc627855)

24. Outdoor Equipment Group: Sec. 7-5.03, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (24-03)

Sec. 7-5.03(i), Ordinance: All equipment must be installed safely and maintained in a safe condition. All play equipment shall be of substantial construction and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters, and exposed bolts. Ladders on slides must have a handrail. The following equipment in the outdoor space is broken and needs to be repaired: [Rust has developed at the bottom of the green railing. In addition, the first step rusted out under the rubber covering of the climber.]. Indoor/Outdoor Space [SR] Comments: Rust has developed at the bottom of the green railing. In addition, the first step rusted out under the rubber covering of the climber. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-09-16. View official inspection document (report 848d9a1d-f617-4190-8505-d80ddc627855)