CORAL SPRINGS MONTESSORI SCHOOL

03. (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 [see below]. Comments: There is a staff member that has not completed the required 40-hr childcare training. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-05-26. View official inspection document (report 6cbece09-b9da-4559-a4ae-4d418681a195)

03. (03-14)

All child care personnel who completed DCF training did not complete additional DEL-approved health and safety training by required date. (Section 3 Training Requirements, Pages 7-8) Staff Requirements [SR] Comments: All staff need to complete the additional DEL- approved training. 04. Minimum Age Requirements Group: Sec. 7-33, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-33, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Due: 6/9/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-05-26. View official inspection document (report 6cbece09-b9da-4559-a4ae-4d418681a195)

21. (21-05)

3.12(D)(1) and (2), Handbook: Permanent or stationary playground equipment must have a fall/use zone that extends a minimum of 6 feet in all directions from the perimeter of the equipment. If the ground cover in place is loose ground cover (such as, but not limited to: mulch, shredded rubber chips, or sand) a minimum of 6 inches in depth is required in the use zone. Asphalt, concrete, hard packed dirt, hay, grass or leaves are unsuitable for use in the use zone area. If the ground cover in place is a unitary playground surface, then the unitary surfacing materials must be installed, maintained, or replaced according to manufacturers instructions. Unitary surfaces must be tested to and comply with ASTM F1292; documentation of test data must be retained at the facility and available for licensing to review. The playground surface was insufficient. (Section 2.1(A) Health and Safety, Page 3) Indoor/Outdoor Space [SR] Comments: There was an insufficient amount of mulch under the play equipment on playground during todays visit. 22. Outdoor Equipment Group: Sec. 7-37, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-37, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 23. Swimming Pool Group: DCF Handbook Sec. 7-33, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Applicable TOILET/BATH FACILITY 24. Toilet/Bath Facilities Group: Sec. 7-39, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-39, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 25. Diaper Changing Procedures Group: Sec. 7-35, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-35, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 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 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-05-26. View official inspection document (report 6cbece09-b9da-4559-a4ae-4d418681a195)

10. General Facility Requirements Group: Sec. 7-35, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (10-24)

Sec. 7-35(j), Ordinance: Exits from a child care facility shall open onto safe, protected, fenced areas, or shall have active audible alert mechanisms to alert child care staff when such doors are opened. A limited exception for the front door will apply provided a child care staff member is present in the immediate vicinity of the front door at all times when the child care facility is open and caring for one or more children. An exit did not meet the requirements in that [see below]. Comments: The classroom doors leading to the parking lot were observed without an active audible alert mechanism to alert child care staff when such doors are opened. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-01-27. View official inspection document (report 0e9151bf-3e0d-4e7b-bd23-80c7a48def4a)

02. Education Requirements Group: Sec. 7-30, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (02-04)

Sec. 7-30(b), Ordinance: All staff members of child care facilities must have a high school diploma or the equivalent. A high school diploma or equivalent was not on file for all staff members. Comments: During the Routine #2 inspection it was noted that two staff did not have proof of education on file as required. Facility was given a deadline of 2/6/2025 to obtain proof of education. An email was received from the director stating that the two staff persons had not obtained translated documents to prove education and are working on obtaining these documents. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-02-12. View official inspection document (report 669f9017-ecf3-4789-8270-409b88be15a4)

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 [see below]. Comments: During the Routine #2 inspection it was noted that one staff person had begun the 40 hour training in December 2022 and there was no evidence that the person had completed the training within 15 months from the date of employment in the child care industry. A deadline of 2/6/2025 was given for this standard to come into compliance. An email was received from the director stating that the staff person had not taken the exam within the deadline period and would be taking it this month. 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 RATIOS/DISCIPLINE 07. Ratios of Personnel to Children Group: Sec. 7-33, Ordinance, DCF Handbook, and Sec. 402.305(4), Florida Statutes Not Monitored Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-02-12. View official inspection document (report 669f9017-ecf3-4789-8270-409b88be15a4)

02. Education Requirements Group: Sec. 7-30, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (02-04)

Sec. 7-30(b), Ordinance: All staff members of child care facilities must have a high school diploma or the equivalent. A high school diploma or equivalent was not on file for all staff members. Comments: At the time of this inspection it was noted that two staff did not have proof of education on file as required. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-01-06. View official inspection document (report 28584546-fb45-423b-a98a-f92f79557c36)

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 [see below]. Comments: At the time of this inspection it was determined one staff person who had begun working in the industry on 09/20/2022 had not completed the 40 hours of training as required. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-01-06. View official inspection document (report 28584546-fb45-423b-a98a-f92f79557c36)

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: [see comments]. Indoor/Outdoor Space [SR] Comments: Repairs required on the outside playground. Repair or remove rusted First-aid box on wall. Remove rust on medal clamp on gutters. Repair water fountain observed clogged. Provide sufficient mulch where dirt ground was observed. Provide sufficient mulch around walk way to prevent tripping hazards. Remove rust on poles on chain link fence. Replace worn mats around poles. Repair or remove cracks and holes on picnic table. Paint and remove rust on multiple areas of the large climber (yellow poles, blue frame) and red cars. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-09-20. View official inspection document (report 1581be1e-3567-459f-88ca-6e3f24592190)

35. Food Protection and Service Group: Secs. 7-7.09 and 7-7.11, Ordinance, and DCF Handbook (35-09)

3.9.3(E)(1), Handbook: A log must be maintained for all prepared meals being transported into the facility. The log must be retained for a minimum of 4 months. The log must include the delivery date, time of arrival, quantity and types of food, verification by the recipient of adequate temperatures of food, and the name and signature of the recipient. The facility shall not accept food that is not at the appropriate holding temperature. The facility failed to maintain a food acceptance log to verify that food was delivered at the correct temperature. Food Service/Nutrition [SR] Comments: The food acceptance log was observed missing signatures. Contact the catering company to have the food delivered when temperatures can be verified by the recipient. Technical assistance was provided on the food acceptance log. E. If a facility chooses to provide or make available food to children in care from an outside source, such as a caterer, or a licensed child care facility under the same ownership that includes a food preparation area that meets licensing standards, or as the result of a learning activity provided by a child care program, such as a garden, it is the responsibility of the provider to ensure all food intended for consumption by a child in care is free from spoilage and contamination and safe for human consumption.1. A log must be maintained for all prepared meals being transported into the facility. The log must be retained for a minimum of 12 months. The log must include the delivery date, time of arrival, quantity and types of food, verification by the recipient of adequate temperatures of food, and the name and signature of the recipient. The facility shall not accept food that is not at the appropriate holding temperature.2. If food delivered by an outside source does not meet licensing standards, the facility must have an alternate plan for meals. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-09-20. View official inspection document (report 1581be1e-3567-459f-88ca-6e3f24592190)

35. Food Protection and Service Group: Secs. 7-7.09 and 7-7.11, Ordinance, and DCF Handbook (35-13)

3.9.1(A)(7), Handbook: The food preparation area must include a separate handwashing station with hot running water, a minimum of 100 degrees Fahrenheit. The handwashing station must include a sink with running water and drainage, soap, trash can, and disposable towels or hand-drying machines that are properly installed and maintained. A handwashing sink shall not be used for any purpose other than handwashing. Handwashing stations must include posted signs visible to employees and children, demonstrating proper handwashing technique. Portable sinks may not be used for dishwashing or food preparation. If a portable sink is used for handwashing in the food preparation area, hot water must be provided.The handwashing area was noncompliant because [See comment ]. Food Service/Nutrition [SR] Comments: The food prep area was observed with one sink only for handwashing. Food was observed in the same sink. Provide one additional sink for food prep only. Food is catered by Sergio. Caterer means a duly-licensed food service business that provides ready-to-be-served meals to a provider. A copy of the license or permit must be in the child care facility and available for review by the licensing authority. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-09-20. View official inspection document (report 1581be1e-3567-459f-88ca-6e3f24592190)