KID CADOODLES ACADEMY

HOLLYWOOD, FLChild Care FacilityLicensed

4.5based on state inspection data
Capacity140
HoursMon 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Tue 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Wed 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Thu 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Fri 6:30AM to 6:00PM
Est. price$922/mo

Contact information

Address4947 Sheridan St, Hollywood FL, 33021

CityHOLLYWOOD, FL 33021

CountyBROWARD

Phone9549861515

Operating details

HoursMon 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Tue 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Wed 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Thu 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Fri 6:30AM to 6:00PM

Capacity140

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 3/23/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High10
  • Medium-High5
  • Medium9
  • Medium-Low1
  • Low0

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4947 Sheridan St, Hollywood FL, 33021, HOLLYWOOD, FL 33021

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  1. This facility has safety-related findings on its state record - ask how the cited hazards were corrected and when emergency drills were last run
  2. This facility has staffing or training findings on its state record - ask about background checks, required training completion, and staff turnover
  3. Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
  4. 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: 3/23/2026

  • High10
  • Medium-High5
  • Medium9
  • Medium-Low1
  • Low0

2026

  1. Medium-High riskStandard 483/23/2026

    48. Fire Drills/Emergency Procedures Group: DCF Handbook (48-05)

    3.8.5(A) and (B), Handbook: The operator must develop a written emergency preparedness plan that includes, at a minimum, procedures to be taken by the facility during a fire, evacuation, relocation, shelter in place, lockdown, and inclement weather (for example: hurricanes, tropical storms or tornadoes), and to facilitate parent/guardian reunification onsite and offsite. Lockdown and inclement weather drills shall be conducted a minimum of one time each per operating year when children are in care and the documentation of these drills must be maintained for 12 months from the date of the drill. A lockdown or inclement weather drill may substitute for one monthly fire drill. Substitutions for fire drills may not occur more than three times within the licensure year. Documentation of this substitution must be maintained for 12 months from the date of the drill. The facility failed to conduct emergency preparedness drills as required. License/Certificates [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, the inclement weather drill was not conducted prior to 2025 license expiration Last documented INCLEMENT WEATHER drill 12/05/2024 Last FIRE drill 03/17/2026 Last fire drill done using an alternate evacuation routed pending Last fire drill done during naptime pending Last fire drill done at the request and in the presence of licensing monitor pending Last LOCKDOWN drill 03/05/2026* *Technical assistance: CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.5(B), The documentation of these drills must be maintained for 12 months from the date of the drill. Compliance Comments Liability insurance exp 03/04/2027 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-23. View official inspection document (report bef4a391-ffb7-4ce5-86fc-c37a9c2a3f66)

    Not corrected
  2. Medium riskStandard 343/23/2026

    34. Feeding Procedure/Seating Group: Sec. 7-42, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (34-03)

    3.9.5(B), Handbook: Bottles and sippy cups brought from home shall be individually labeled with the childs first and last name and shall be returned to the custodial parent or legal guardian daily. 3.9.6(B), Handbook: The provider must make sure all formula and food brought from home are labeled with the childs first and last name. The provider is responsible for the label; therefore, if the label is not completed by the parent, the facility staff must put the label on when the formula or food is received. Bottles, sippy cups or food were not labeled and/or stored properly. Food Service/Nutrition [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, licensing monitor observed multiple cups and water bottles from home across the 2yr and 3yr old classrooms that were partially labeled or unlabeled. Provider resolved by labeling cups and bottles Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-23. View official inspection document (report bef4a391-ffb7-4ce5-86fc-c37a9c2a3f66)

    Corrected at inspection
  3. High riskStandard 263/23/2026

    26. Handwashing Facilities and Use Group: Sec. 7-41, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (26-04)

    3.10.1(D), Handbook: Situations or times that children, child care personnel, and/or volunteers must perform hand hygiene must be posted in all food preparation, diapering, and toileting areas. Hand hygiene signs were not posted in the [1yr old]. Toilet/Bath Facility [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, the hand hygiene sign was not posted in the 1yr old room. Technical assistance: sinks assigned to diapering areas are for handwashing only. Liquids (such as milk, juice, food waste, etc.) may NOT be poured in handwashing sinks. HEALTH PROGRAM Due: 4/23/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-23. View official inspection document (report bef4a391-ffb7-4ce5-86fc-c37a9c2a3f66)

    Not corrected
  4. Medium riskStandard 143/23/2026

    14. Drinking Fountains/Water Coolers Group: Sec. 7-35, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (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 [1] indoor/outdoor fountain(s) is/are required. Comments: At the time of inspection, the water fountain on the toddler playground was not working. [4] water fountains are required for the licensed capacity. [3] are working. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-23. View official inspection document (report bef4a391-ffb7-4ce5-86fc-c37a9c2a3f66)

    Not corrected

2025

  1. Medium-High riskStandard 4711/5/2025

    47. Fire and Emergency Safety Group: DCF Handbook DCF Handbook (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (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. (Section 2.1(A) Health and Safety, Page 3) License/Certificates [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, licensing monitor observed the fire extinguishers to be unmaintained Last EXTINGUISHER service 09/2024 Last fire INSPECTION 12/05/2024 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-11-05. View official inspection document (report 8691ad2b-4524-49b1-a4f5-4fa80359f17d)

    Not corrected
  2. Medium-High riskStandard 2511/5/2025

    25. (25-09)

    3.10.2(G), Handbook: Items unrelated to diaper changing shall not be stored in the diaper changing area nor shall be placed on the diaper changing table. [children's lunches/lunchbags] was observed being stored on the diaper changing table. (Section 2.1(A) Health and Safety, Page 3) Toilet/Bath Facility [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, licensing monitor observed children's lunch containers and bags placed on the changing table in the 1yrA room. Personnel resolved by removing items. Compliance Comments Technical assistance: sinks assigned to diapering areas are for handwashing only. Liquids (such as milk, juice, food waste, etc) may be poured in handwashing sinks. 26. Handwashing Facilities and Use Group: Sec. 7-41, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-41, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance HEALTH PROGRAM 27. Written Instructions for Serious Illness/Injury: Sec. 7-41, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-41, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-11-05. View official inspection document (report 8691ad2b-4524-49b1-a4f5-4fa80359f17d)

    Corrected at inspection
  3. Medium-High riskStandard 0111/5/2025

    01. (01-09)

    5.1(K), Handbook: The employer/owner/operator must add child care personnel to their Employee/Contractor Roster in the Clearinghouse within 10 days of when the individual has received a child care eligible result and has been hired at the facility. Employer/owner/operator must add an end date for individuals on the Employee/Contractor Roster in the Clearinghouse within 10 days of the employment termination. The Clearinghouse roster was not updated. (Section 2.1(A) Health and Safety, Page 3) Staff Requirements [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, licensing monitor observed the Clearinghouse Roster to be unmaintained. Technical assistance was previously provided. Provider resolved by removing [6] personnel and adding [3] personnel. 02. Education Requirements Group: Sec. 7-30, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-30, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Compliance Comments As a result of an amendment to Senate Bill 738, all courses to meet the 40-hour introductory training requirement, transportation safety, and safe sleep are free to complete on the DCF training portal. Online exams are not available at this time and shall still be completed in-person until further notice. *Note, this does not replace 'Cribs for Kids' safe sleep training as required by Broward County. 03. Personnel Training Group: Sec. 7-30, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-30, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 04. Minimum Age Requirements Group: Sec. 7-33, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-33, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-11-05. View official inspection document (report 8691ad2b-4524-49b1-a4f5-4fa80359f17d)

    Not corrected
  4. Medium riskStandard 197/31/2025

    19. Napping Space Group: DCF Handbook (19-05)

    3.6.2(C), Handbook: A minimum of 18 inches must be maintained around individual napping and sleeping spaces. A maximum of two sides of a napping or sleeping space may be against a solid barrier, such as the wall. The solid side of a crib does not meet the requirements for a solid barrier. Bedding was not spaced appropriately. Indoor/Outdoor Space [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, space between individual napping and sleeping spaces was inadequate in the 2yr(A), SA, and 4yr old rooms. Provider resolved at the time of inspection by properly spacing bedding. 20. Crib Requirements/Bedding Group: Sec. 7-38, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Not Monitored 21. Outdoor Play Space Group: Sec. 7-37, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Not Monitored 22. Outdoor Equipment Group: Sec. 7-37, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Not Monitored 23. Swimming Pool Group: DCF Handbook Not Monitored TOILET/BATH FACILITY 24. Toilet/Bath Facilities Group: Sec. 7-39, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Not Monitored 25. Diaper Changing Procedures Group: Sec. 7-35, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Not Monitored 26. Handwashing Facilities and Use Group: Sec. 7-41, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Not Monitored Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-07-31. View official inspection document (report 5aa94a4d-818d-4110-8e54-865b8ccf40e9)

    Corrected at inspection
  5. High riskStandard 077/31/2025

    07. (07-07)

    2.4.2, Handbook: During nap time, all other staff required to meet the staff-to-child ratio must be within the building on the same floor and available to be summoned if needed to ensure the safety of the children. Staff to child ratios were not met in areas where children napped, because there were not enough additional staff readily available in the building/on the same floor; [9] staff were in the building and on the same floor and [10] were required. Ratios/Discipline [SR] Comments: During a routine inspection on 07/16/2025, a non-compliance was issued for standard 07-02 (Out of ratio- mixed ages). During a complaint inspection on 07/22/2025, non-compliances were issued for standard 07-02 (out of ratio) and standard 07-04 (lack of direct supervision.) At the time of inspection, staff to child ratios were not met in areas where children napped because there were not enough additional staff readily available in the building: infant, 1:4 1yr, 1:5 1yr, 2:11 2yr, 1:15 (naptime ratio) 2yr, 1:11 3yr, 1:15 and 1 RBT 4yr, 1:13 SA, 1:20 08. Ratios of Personnel to Children Group: Sec. 7-33, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Not Monitored 09. Child Discipline Group: Sec. 7-34, Ordinance, DCF Handbook, and Sec. 402.305, Florida Statutes Not Monitored FACILITY/STORAGE 10. General Facility Requirements Group: Sec. 7-35, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Not Monitored 11. Toxins/Hazardous Materials Group: Sec. 7-42, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Not Monitored 12. Facility Storage Group: Sec. 7-35, Ordinance Not Monitored 13. Inside Temperature/Ventilation Group: Sec. 7-35, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Not Monitored 14. Drinking Fountains/Water Coolers Group: Sec. 7-35, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Not Monitored Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-07-31. View official inspection document (report 5aa94a4d-818d-4110-8e54-865b8ccf40e9)

    Not corrected
  6. High riskStandard 157/31/2025

    15. Phone/Emergency Numbers Posted Group: Sec. 7-35, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (15-03)

    Sec. 7-35(e), Ordinance: At all times during the facilitys operating hours, a child care facility must have a person responsible for answering the telephone, including periodically checking voicemail for any messages. A staff member actively handling telephone calls shall not be included as a staff member for purposes of staff-to-children ratios. This area was out of compliance in that [see below]. Comments: At the time of inspection, personnel necessary for staff-to-child ratio was responsible for answering the phone and door. This item was resolved when staff (including child care personnel and those designated as "other personnel") returned to the facility. INDOOR/OUTDOOR SPACE Compliance Comments During a routine inspection on 07/16/2025, a non-compliance was issued for standard 16-03 (minimum square footage per child) where a classroom with a licensed capacity of 12 children was observed to have [91] children. During this inspection, room capacities were observed in compliance. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-07-31. View official inspection document (report 5aa94a4d-818d-4110-8e54-865b8ccf40e9)

    Corrected at inspection
  7. High riskStandard 487/31/2025

    48. Fire Drills/Emergency Procedures Group: DCF Handbook (48-12)

    3.8.3, Handbook: The exits must be clearly marked, identifying the path to safety in case of an emergency, at all times during the operation of the child care facility. The exits must not be blocked at any time. Exit areas were blocked off and inaccessible. License/Certificates [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, licensing monitor observed [2] children sleeping in front of the emergency exit door in the school-age/summer camp classroom and [1] child sleeping in front of the emergency exit door in the 3yr old room. Provider resolved by relocating children. 49. Insurance Group: Sec 7-22, Ordinance Not Monitored Compliance Comments Classrooms have paper attendance sheets in addition to ProCare. Attendance observed in compliance. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-07-31. View official inspection document (report 5aa94a4d-818d-4110-8e54-865b8ccf40e9)

    Not corrected
  8. Medium-Low riskStandard 507/22/2025

    50. Daily Attendance Group: DCF Handbook (50-02)

    Sec. 7-44(f), Ordinance: The childs arrival and departure must be recorded by child care personnel at the time the child enters and departs the child care facility. The attendance sheet/class roster must accompany the child care personnel and the group of children throughout the day should they leave the classroom. In order to account for childrens whereabouts, children who are reassigned to different classrooms throughout the day should be signed in and/or out of the rosters for those respective classrooms each time. The facility failed to maintain an accurate attendance roster for the children in care. License/Certificates [SR] Comments: During the course of a complaint inspection relating to supervision and an incident that occurred, the following non-compliance was observed; The attendance for the date of the incident was not accurate. Therefore, I could not confirm how many children were in the mixed group of 2A and 2B classroom. Today's 4y/o attendance was not accurate. TA was provided about maintaining accurate attendance records. Counselor Comments FOR GOLD SEAL PROVIDERS: Be advised that if this inspection includes the issuance of a Class I violation, the issuance of three or more Class II violations, and/or issuance of a third Class III for a repeated violation within a two (2) year period, the violation may affect the status of your Gold Seal designation pursuant to s. 1002.945, Florida Statutes. ____________________________________________ Inspected by: Quendra Gomez Date: 07/22/2025 ____________________________________________ Received by: Vanessa Valverde Date: 07/22/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-07-22. View official inspection document (report 45f6b3c0-8fcb-41ad-86f1-568e9d737eb3)

    Not corrected
  9. Medium-High riskStandard 197/22/2025

    19. Napping Space Group: DCF Handbook (19-01)

    3.6.2(A-B) and (D), Handbook: Each child care program must include a designated area where each child can sit quietly or lie down to rest or nap. When not in use, napping space and indoor floor space may be used interchangeably as indoor floor space. Napping and sleeping spaces must not be under furniture or against furniture that creates a hazard. A designated napping space was not provided or inappropriate. Indoor/Outdoor Space [SR] Comments: During the course of a complaint inspection regarding supervision, the following non-compliance was observed; - A child was observed napping in the restroom located inside the classroom. Such napping space is inappropriate and should not be used for napping. The Director stated that the teacher will be written up. 20. Crib Requirements/Bedding Group: Sec. 7-38, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Not Monitored 21. Outdoor Play Space Group: Sec. 7-37, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Not Monitored 22. Outdoor Equipment Group: Sec. 7-37, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Not Monitored 23. Swimming Pool Group: DCF Handbook Not Monitored TOILET/BATH FACILITY 24. Toilet/Bath Facilities Group: Sec. 7-39, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Not Monitored 25. Diaper Changing Procedures Group: Sec. 7-35, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Not Monitored 26. Handwashing Facilities and Use Group: Sec. 7-41, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Not Monitored HEALTH PROGRAM 27. Written Instructions for Serious Illness/Injury: Sec. 7-41, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Not Monitored 28. First Aid Supplies Group: DCF Handbook Not Monitored 29. Communicable Diseases/Care Of Sick Child Group: DCF Handbook Not Monitored 30. First Aid/CPR Certification Group: DCF Handbook Not Monitored FOOD SERVICE/NUTRITION 31. Alternate Nutrition Plan Group: Sec. 7-42, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Not Monitored 32. Menus/Catering Group: Sec. 7-42, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Not Monitored 33. Food Protection and Service Group: Sec. 7-42, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Not Monitored 34. Feeding Procedure/Seating Group: Sec. 7-42, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Not Monitored 35. Nutritional Meals and Snacks Group: Sec. 7-42, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Not Monitored Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-07-22. View official inspection document (report 45f6b3c0-8fcb-41ad-86f1-568e9d737eb3)

    Corrected at inspection
  10. High riskStandard 077/22/2025

    07. (07-04)

    Sec. 7-33(e), Ordinance: There shall be at least one child care staff member providing direct supervision at all times when one or more children are present. At no time shall any children be left alone for any reason without direct supervision by a child care staff member. Direct supervision means watching and directing the childrens activities within close proximity in the same room or within a designated outdoor play area, and responding to each childs needs. Child care personnel and volunteers at a facility must be assigned to provide care to a specific group of children and be present with that group at all times during the day, including during meals, napping, and transportation of children 2.4.1(B), Handbook: Children must never be left inside or outside the facility, in a vehicle, or at a field trip location by themselves. Lack of direct supervision was observed in the [4y/o class]. Ratios/Discipline [SR] Comments: Complaint allegation states that there are concerns with adequate supervision. During today's complaint inspection, a lack of supervision was observed in the 4y/o classroom. Upon entering the 4y/o classroom, the Director called out a teacher's name and the teacher emerged from the 3y/o adjoining classroom. The teacher stated that she was checking to see if a certain child had fell asleep in the 3/yo classroom. Then, she proceeded to say that she is in charge of watching both classes because the teacher is out to lunch. I informed her that this is unacceptable and direct supervision means watching and directing the childrens activities within close proximity in the same room. This complaint is substantiated. The provider came into compliance during inspection. Provider was informed that a revisit will be conducted to ensure continued compliance with supervision. 08. Ratios of Personnel to Children Group: Sec. 7-33, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Not Monitored 09. Child Discipline Group: Sec. 7-34, Ordinance, DCF Handbook, and Sec. 402.305, Florida Statutes Not Monitored FACILITY/STORAGE 10. General Facility Requirements Group: Sec. 7-35, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Not Monitored 11. Toxins/Hazardous Materials Group: Sec. 7-42, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Not Monitored 12. Facility Storage Group: Sec. 7-35, Ordinance Not Monitored 13. Inside Temperature/Ventilation Group: Sec. 7-35, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Not Monitored 14. Drinking Fountains/Water Coolers Group: Sec. 7-35, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Not Monitored 15. Phone/Emergency Numbers Posted Group: Sec. 7-35, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Not Monitored INDOOR/OUTDOOR SPACE 16. Useable Indoor Play Space Group: Secs. 7-37 and 7-48, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Not Monitored 17. Equipment and Furnishings Group: Sec. 7-36, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Not Monitored 18. Activity Plan Group: Sec. 7-36, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Not Monitored Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-07-22. View official inspection document (report 45f6b3c0-8fcb-41ad-86f1-568e9d737eb3)

    Not corrected
  11. High riskStandard 077/22/2025

    07. (07-01)

    Sec. 402.305(4)(a), Florida Statutes: Minimum standards for the care of children in a licensed child care facility as established by rule of the department must include: 1. For children from birth through 1 year of age, there must be one child care personnel for every four children. 2. For children 1 year of age or older, but under 2 years of age, there must be one child care personnel for every six children. 3. For children 2 years of age or older, but under 3 years of age, there must be one child care personnel for every 11 children. 4. For children 3 years of age or older, but under 4 years of age, there must be one child care personnel for every 15 children. 5. For children 4 years of age or older, but under 5 years of age, there must be one child care personnel for every 20 children. 6. For children 5 years of age or older, there must be one child care personnel for every 25 children. A ratio of [2] child care personnel for [12] children is required. A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [12] children was observed. Ratios/Discipline [SR] Comments: During today's complaint inspection regarding supervision, the following non-compliance was observed; ratios were as follows - infants 2:5, 1y/o 1:6, 1y/o 1:12(out of ratio), 2y/o 1:9, 2y/o 1:16, 3y/o, 14:1, 4y/o 15:0(lack of supervision being cited). The provider came into compliance during inspection as some staff came back from lunch. Provider was informed that a revisit will be conducted to ensure continued compliance. This standard has been cited on previous inspection during the last 2 years. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-07-22. View official inspection document (report 45f6b3c0-8fcb-41ad-86f1-568e9d737eb3)

    Not corrected
  12. Medium riskStandard 167/16/2025

    16. Useable Indoor Play Space Group: Secs. 7-37 and 7-48, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (16-03)

    3.4.2(A), Handbook: A child care that had a valid license on October 1, 1992 must have a minimum of 20 square feet of usable indoor floor space for each child. This provision is not affected by a change of ownership as long as the program remains continuously licensed at the original site. A child care facility that did not hold a valid license on October 1, 1992 and seeks approval to operate as a child care facility must have a minimum of 35 square feet for each child. The child care facility no longer meets the minimum square footage requirement per child. Indoor/Outdoor Space [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, the following was observed: A magic show was taking place in 'VPK B,' a room with a licensed capacity of 17 based on floor plan review. At the time of inspection, a total of 102 persons were observed in the room: [91] children ages 1yr-SA, [8] child care personnel, [2] RBTs, and the magician. Capacity was resolved upon conclusion of the magic show. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-07-16. View official inspection document (report 3e61a8b5-baa2-44eb-9cca-84e1d3495ff2)

    Not corrected
  13. High riskStandard 447/16/2025

    44. Drivers Qualifications/Requirements Group: Sec. 7-45, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (44-06)

    2.5.2(A)(1-5), Handbook: A log must be maintained for all children being transported in a vehicle or on foot away from and/or to the premises of the child care facility. The log must include: (1.) Each childs name, (2.) The date and time of departure, (3.) Time of arrival at the destination, (4.) The signature of the driver (or in the case of travelling on foot, the signature of the child care personnel), and (5.) The signature of a second child care personnel or person(s) authorized by the provider to verify the transportation log and that all children have arrived safely and left the vehicle (if applicable). The facilitys log did not include all required information. Transportation [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, licensing monitor observed transportation logs for field trip activities on 06/11/2025 and 06/24/2025, [3] logs for 06/11/2025 and [2] logs for 06/24/2025. Information is missing from logs as follows: -06/11/2025 (Sparez Bowling Alley)- one log missing all signatures and one log missing arrival and departure times. -06/24/2025 (Butterfly World)- one log missing arrival and departure time and first signature, one log missing first signature Technical assistance CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.2(A)(-5) "A log must be maintained for all children being transported in a vehicle or on foot away from and/or to the premises of the child care facility. The log must be retained on file at the facility for a minimum of 12 months and available for review by the licensing authority. The log must include: 1. Each childs name, 2. The date and time of departure, 3. Time of arrival at the destination, 4. The signature of the driver (or in the case of travelling on foot, the signature of the child care personnel), and 5. The signature of a second child care personnel or person(s) authorized by the provider to verify the transportation log and that all children have arrived safely and left the vehicle (if applicable)." LICENSE/CERTIFICATES 45. License/Inspection Reports Group: Secs. 7-3, 7-11, 7-12, 7-13, 7-38, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Compliance Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-07-16. View official inspection document (report 3e61a8b5-baa2-44eb-9cca-84e1d3495ff2)

    Corrected at inspection
  14. High riskStandard 437/16/2025

    43. (43-05)

    2.5.4(B), Handbook: The maximum number of individuals transported in a vehicle may not exceed the manufacturers designated seating capacity or the number of factory installed seat belts. The vehicle has a capacity for [15] persons and [17] were in the vehicle. Transportation [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, licensing monitor observed field trip permission slips and transportation logs for field trip activities that took place on 06/11/2025 and 06/24/2025. As evidenced by review of documentation and verified by personnel, the following occurred:-During a field trip on 06/11/2025 three transportation logs were observed listing [14] students traveling to Sparez Bowling Alley. Transportation services and driver were provided by Twinkle Toes Transportation. A 15-passenger leased vehicle transported [1] driver, [2] child care personnel and [14] 4-5yr old children. Twinkle Toes Transportation states that fleet of vehicles meets licensing requirements, however provider does not have verification that additional transportation requirements including DRIVER PHYSICAL, TRANSPORTATION SAFETY TRAINING, VEHICLE SIGNAGE, FIRST AID KIT, FIRE EXTINGUISHER, OR PROOF OF VEHICLE INSPECTION. The following technical assistance is provided: CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 "For the purpose of this section, vehicles refer to those owned, operated or regularly used by the child care program, and vehicles that provide transportation through a contract or agreement with an outside entity. Parents/guardians personal vehicles used for transporting during field trips are excluded from meeting the requirements of this sub-section. A. All vehicles regularly used to transport children must be inspected annually by a mechanic to ensure that they are in proper working order. Documentation by the mechanic must be maintained in the vehicle. B. The maximum number of individuals transported in a vehicle may not exceed the manufacturers designated seating capacity or the number of factory installed seat belts. D. All child care facilities must comply with the insurance requirements found in Section 316.615(4), F.S. Documentation shall be maintained at the facility. F. By January 1, 2022 all vehicles used by child care facilities to transport children must be equipped with a reliable alarm system approved by the Department which prompts the driver to inspect the vehicle for children before exiting the vehicle." Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-07-16. View official inspection document (report 3e61a8b5-baa2-44eb-9cca-84e1d3495ff2)

    Not corrected
  15. High riskStandard 077/16/2025

    07. (07-02)

    Sec. 7-33(c)(2), Ordinance: In groups where children of varying ages are combined, the staff-to-children ratio shall be based on the youngest child in the group. A staff-to-child ratio of [8] staff for [91] children was observed Comments: At the time of inspection, a ratio of 8:91 children were observed in a classroom. Observed ratio 1yr-SA, 8:91 and 2 RBT and 1 enrichment provider (magician) Required ratio 15:91 Ratio was resolved by the conclusion of the magic show. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-07-16. View official inspection document (report 3e61a8b5-baa2-44eb-9cca-84e1d3495ff2)

    Not corrected
  16. Medium riskStandard 035/12/2025

    03. Personnel Training Group: Sec. 7-30, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (03-02)

    4.1, Handbook: Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month must successfully complete the departments training within 12 months from the date training begins. Training completion may not exceed 15 months from the date of employment in the child care industry in any licensed Florida child care facility. The facility did not have documentation of child care personnel's completion of required training on the training transcript in that [training incomplete]. Comments: At the time of previous inspection, [1] personnel had not completed introductory training requirements. At the time of reinspection, [1] personnel has not completed introductory training requirements, as evidenced by review of the DCF training transcript. Personnel was hired out of compliance 12/2024. No update from provider has been received. 04. Minimum Age Requirements Group: Sec. 7-33, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Not Monitored 05. Health Requirements Group: Sec. 7-32, Ordinance Not Monitored 06. Personnel Records Group: Sec. 7-33, Ordinance, DCF Handbook, and Sec. 402.302(3), Florida Statutes Not Monitored Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-05-12. View official inspection document (report a06ea635-606a-4bae-88b6-61b60bfdff90)

    Not corrected
  17. Medium riskStandard 015/12/2025

    01. (01-09)

    5.1(K), Handbook: The employer/owner/operator must add child care personnel to their Employee/Contractor Roster in the Clearinghouse within 10 days of when the individual has received a child care eligible result and has been hired at the facility. Employer/owner/operator must add an end date for individuals on the Employee/Contractor Roster in the Clearinghouse within 10 days of the employment termination. The Clearinghouse roster was not updated. Staff Requirements [SR] Comments: At the time of reinspection, licensing monitor is not in receipt of verification that provider Clearinghouse roster has been updated. Failure to maintain roster was noted in the 04/03/25 routine inspection, where a Class 1 violation was issued for no proof of background screening. The report was revised on 05/05/2025, rescinding the Class 1 violation and issuing the noncompliance for Clearinghouse Roster. Item was due for compliance on 05/09/2025. 02. Education Requirements Group: Sec. 7-30, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Not Monitored Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-05-12. View official inspection document (report a06ea635-606a-4bae-88b6-61b60bfdff90)

    Not corrected
  18. Medium riskStandard 194/3/2025

    19. Napping Space Group: DCF Handbook (19-05)

    3.6.2(C), Handbook: A minimum of 18 inches must be maintained around individual napping and sleeping spaces. A maximum of two sides of a napping or sleeping space may be against a solid barrier, such as the wall. The solid side of a crib does not meet the requirements for a solid barrier. Bedding was not spaced appropriately. Indoor/Outdoor Space [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, licensing monitor observed the following: Five [5] children in the 2yr old room were placed with less than 18 inches around individual napping/sleeping space. • Two [2] children in the 2yr old room were place with three sides against a solid barrier. • Chairs in the 2yr old room were stacked in front of an emergency exit. • One [1] child in the 3yr old room slept in front of an emergency exit. • Provider resolved by relocating children and clearing emergency exits. Compliance Comments Technical assistance regarding spare crib sheets Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-04-03. View official inspection document (report e253a103-de37-4755-95cd-93a1c46c56b7)

    Not corrected
  19. Medium riskStandard 034/3/2025

    03. Personnel Training Group: Sec. 7-30, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (03-02)

    4.1, Handbook: Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month must successfully complete the departments training within 12 months from the date training begins. Training completion may not exceed 15 months from the date of employment in the child care industry in any licensed Florida child care facility. The facility did not have documentation of child care personnel's completion of required training on the training transcript in that [exams were not completed]. Comments: At the time of inspection, [1] personnel had not completed introductory training requirements as evidenced by the DCF training transcript. Personnel hired out of compliance in 12/2024. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-04-03. View official inspection document (report e253a103-de37-4755-95cd-93a1c46c56b7)

    Not corrected
  20. Medium riskStandard 014/3/2025

    01. (01-09)

    5.1(K), Handbook: The employer/owner/operator must add child care personnel to their Employee/Contractor Roster in the Clearinghouse within 10 days of when the individual has received a child care eligible result and has been hired at the facility. Employer/owner/operator must add an end date for individuals on the Employee/Contractor Roster in the Clearinghouse within 10 days of the employment termination. The Clearinghouse roster was not updated. Staff Requirements [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, licensing monitor observed the following: One [1] personnel file contains a Level 2 Clearinghouse screening clearance letter that does not match what is observed in a Clearinghouse search. At the time of inspection, personnel is considered to be ineligible for child care. • [2] personnel missing documentation of Clearinghouse Screening. • Clearinghouse screening documents for several personnel printed in December 2024 under the name of a credentialed director who has not been employed at facility since September 2024. The Clearinghouse roster was not maintained. • Upon supervisory review and assistance from ACHA, the originally issued Class 1 Violation for unscreened individual is downgraded to a Class 3 non-compliance for failure to maintain the Clearinghouse Roster. A revised report is issued on 05/05/2025 The following technical assistance has been provided: CCF Handbook, 5.1(H) "The employer/owner/operator must maintain on-site at the program copies/documentation of completion of all applicable elements in the screening process for an individual in the personnel file for review by the licensing authority" Compliance Comments Technical assistance: owner has not completed required child care training and may not serve in any capacity as child care personnel (break coverage, naptime, etc.) Technical assistance regarding education translation requirements Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-04-03. View official inspection document (report e253a103-de37-4755-95cd-93a1c46c56b7)

    Not corrected
  21. High riskStandard 073/18/2025

    07. (07-01)

    Sec. 402.305(4)(a), Florida Statutes: Minimum standards for the care of children in a licensed child care facility as established by rule of the department must include: 1. For children from birth through 1 year of age, there must be one child care personnel for every four children. 2. For children 1 year of age or older, but under 2 years of age, there must be one child care personnel for every six children. 3. For children 2 years of age or older, but under 3 years of age, there must be one child care personnel for every 11 children. 4. For children 3 years of age or older, but under 4 years of age, there must be one child care personnel for every 15 children. 5. For children 4 years of age or older, but under 5 years of age, there must be one child care personnel for every 20 children. 6. For children 5 years of age or older, there must be one child care personnel for every 25 children. A ratio of [2] child care personnel for [11] children is required. A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [11] children was observed. Ratios/Discipline [SR] Comments: Complaint alleges that the school is understaffed. A classroom of two year old kids with a ratio of 17 kids and 1 teacher with help of one front desk employee. There are children that are unsupervised. FINDINGS: A walkthrough of the facility was done and supervision and ratios were checked for compliance. Ratios were as follows: Infants 2:5, 1y/o 1:11, 1y/o 1:11, 2y/o 1:7, 2y/o 12:19, 3y/o 1:14, 4y/o 1:14, 4y/o and 5y/o 1:16 Complaint regarding supervision is unsubstantiated. Complaint regarding ratio is substantiated as two toddler (1y/o )rooms did not have the necessary staff to meet minimum standard for ratio in the room. 08. Ratios of Personnel to Children Group: Sec. 7-33, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Not Monitored 09. Child Discipline Group: Sec. 7-34, Ordinance, DCF Handbook, and Sec. 402.305, Florida Statutes Not Monitored FACILITY/STORAGE 10. General Facility Requirements Group: Sec. 7-35, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Not Monitored 11. Toxins/Hazardous Materials Group: Sec. 7-42, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Not Monitored 12. Facility Storage Group: Sec. 7-35, Ordinance Not Monitored 13. Inside Temperature/Ventilation Group: Sec. 7-35, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Not Monitored 14. Drinking Fountains/Water Coolers Group: Sec. 7-35, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Not Monitored 15. Phone/Emergency Numbers Posted Group: Sec. 7-35, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Not Monitored INDOOR/OUTDOOR SPACE 16. Useable Indoor Play Space Group: Secs. 7-37 and 7-48, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Not Monitored Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-03-18. View official inspection document (report 6cb5bd0b-59bf-43e6-a69d-3b23dfb268d4)

    Not corrected

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  • Location: HOLLYWOOD, BROWARD County
  • Capacity: 140
  • Type: Child Care Facility

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