7STARS ACADEMY OF LAUDERDALE LAKES

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 [see below ] indoor/outdoor fountain(s) is/are required. Comments: The outdoor drinking fountain was not accessible to children. The fountain was located within a gated area, and the gate was not functioning properly. Additionally, the area surrounding the fountain was observed to be cluttered, further limiting access. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-06-04. View official inspection document (report 9842a2f4-42de-4427-bbb3-64424ad0bc2f)

33. Food Protection and Service Group: Sec. 7-42, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (33-11)

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 child care personnel 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 food preparation area does not have a hand washing station or the hand washing station did not include the following: [see below]. Food Service/Nutrition [SR] Comments: The sink in the food preparation area did not have hot water available. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-06-04. View official inspection document (report 9842a2f4-42de-4427-bbb3-64424ad0bc2f)

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: The attendance records in three of the classrooms were not accurate and did not reflect the total number of children physically present at the time of the inspection. 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. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-06-04. View official inspection document (report 9842a2f4-42de-4427-bbb3-64424ad0bc2f)

02. (02-04)

Sec. 7-30(c), 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: Proof of education was not on file for three staff members. 03. Personnel Training Group: Sec. 7-30, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-30, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Noncompliance Due: 3/23/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-02-23. View official inspection document (report ef6c4b7f-e5e7-4a68-b3e3-1f3aedefbe89)

03. (03-05)

Sec 7-30(a)(3), Ordinance: All child care personnel who provide care to infants at child care facilities shall, prior to caring for such infants, successfully complete the most current training course approved by the local licensing agency relating to providing an infant safe sleep environment, as identified on the local licensing agencys website. The owner of a child care facility must ensure that all such child care personnel are in compliance with the training requirements of this section, and that such training is renewed every 2 years, in the same manner as provided for the initial training. Successful completion of the required training must be evidenced by a certificate, or any equivalent documentation, issued by the applicable training organization in the name of the individual who completed the course and indicating the date the course was completed. Documentation evidencing compliance with the training requirements under this section shall be included in the individual's personnel file maintained at the child care facility. Child care personnel working with infants did not have the required training. Comments: Childcare personnel working with infants did not have the required Safe Sleep 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: 3/23/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-02-23. View official inspection document (report ef6c4b7f-e5e7-4a68-b3e3-1f3aedefbe89)

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. In groups where children of varying ages were combined, a staff-to-child ratio of [2] staff for [16] children was observed. Comments: Upon arrival, during breakfast time, a group of 16 children ages 1 to 4 were combined and supervised by two staff members in the eating area. Three of the children were 1 year of age and an additional staff member was required based on the youngest child in the group. Following progressive enforcement procedures, a Notice of Violation is being issued as this standard was previously cited out of compliance on 1/20/2026. The following ratios were taken after breakfast once additional staff members arrived and the children were sent to their individual classrooms: Infants: 1:3 1- year- old: 1:6 2-year-old: 1:5 3-year-old: 1:15 4-year-old: 1:15 08. Ratios of Personnel to Children Group: Sec. 7-33, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-33, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Applicable 09. Child Discipline Group: Sec. 7-34, Ordinance, DCF Handbook, and Sec. 402.305, Florida Statutes Sec. 7-34, Ordinance, DCF Handbook, and Sec. 402.305, Florida Statutes (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance FACILITY/STORAGE Compliance Comments During this inspection the VPK classroom was observed closed due to renovations. The VPK class was located in the aftercare room. 10. General Facility Requirements Group: Sec. 7-35, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-35, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 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 2026-02-23. View official inspection document (report ef6c4b7f-e5e7-4a68-b3e3-1f3aedefbe89)

34. (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. (Section 2.1(A) Health and Safety, Page 3) Food Service/Nutrition [SR] Comments: Bottles stored in the refrigerator were not labeled. 35. Nutritional Meals and Snacks Group: Sec. 7-42, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-42, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance CHILDRENS RECORDS 36. Enrollment Information Group: Sec. 7-43, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-43, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 37. Health Examinations/Health Maintenance Group: Sec. 7-43, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-43, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Due: 2/23/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-02-23. View official inspection document (report ef6c4b7f-e5e7-4a68-b3e3-1f3aedefbe89)

44. (44-12)

4.2.6, Handbook: All child care personnel participating in the transportation of children must have training regarding guidance on safe transportation practices prior to participating in transportation of children. For child care personnel to satisfy this requirement the training must be accomplished through the Departments Transportation Safety course or the Early Learning Floridas Precautions in Transporting Children course. Documentation of training must be maintained on the training transcript in the child care personnel file. The facility did not have documented proof that child care personnel participating in the transportation of children were trained on safe transportation practices prior to participating in transportation of children. (Section 2.1(A) Health and Safety, Page 3) [SR] Comments: The facility did not have documented proof that childcare personnel participating in the transportation of children were trained on safe transportation practices. LICENSE/CERTIFICATES Compliance Comments The facility license expires on 3/31/2026. All areas of this report that fail to comply must be corrected by 3/23/2026 or the renewal license may be denied. 45. License/Inspection Reports Group: Secs. 7-3, 7-11, 7-12, 7-13, 7-38, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Secs. 7-3, 7-11, 7-12, 7-13, 7-38, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form Compliance 46. Nighttime Child Care Group: Sec. 7-40, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-40, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Applicable Compliance Comments The fire inspection was conducted on 12/9/2025. The fire extinguishers were serviced in January 2026. Due: 3/23/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-02-23. View official inspection document (report ef6c4b7f-e5e7-4a68-b3e3-1f3aedefbe89)

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. In groups where children of varying ages were combined, a staff-to-child ratio of [see below] staff for [see below] children was observed. Comments: Complaint alleges that during breakfast time the facility out of ratio with [2] staff personnel supervising [32] children aged Infants - 4 years. FINDINGS: An on-site complaint inspection was conducted on 01.20.26. In groups where children of varying ages were combined, a staff-to-child ratio of [1] staff for [19] children, aged [5 months - 5 years] was observed. Both teacher and program director stated the facility's operating out of ratio the past couple months due to teachers having the flu virus, a lot of staff have called out sick. The program director stated she's currently hiring new staff and working on a plan of action to prevent future non-compliances. This complaint is substantiated for out of ratio as the program was observed out of ratio during today's complaint inspection. In groups where children of varying ages are combined, the staff-to-child ratio shall be based on the youngest child in the group. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-01-20. View official inspection document (report be9045f8-9937-4a02-a131-8be345914f91)

07. (07-03)

Sec. 7-33(c)(3), Ordinance: Infants shall not be cared for in the same classroom with any child over 24 months of age. Infants were observed in care with [see below]. Comments: Infants were observed in care with children over the age of 24 months. Technical Assistance was provided for Out of Ratio. 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 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-01-20. View official inspection document (report be9045f8-9937-4a02-a131-8be345914f91)

18. Activity Plan Group: Sec. 7-36, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (18-06)

2.6(C ), Handbook: The written plan also must include scheduled activities that do not include the use of electronic media for children under two years of age. Electronic media was used for children under two (2) years of age. Indoor/Outdoor Space [SR] Comments: Complaint also stated the children were directed to watch TV, no activities available. FINDINGS: An on-site inspection was conducted on 01.20.26, the licensing monitor observed electronic media being used for children under two years of age during breakfast time. This complaint is substantiated for media time used for children under two as this standard was observed out of compliance during today's complaint inspection. The written activity plan also must include scheduled activities that do not include the use of electronic media for children under two years of age. 19. Napping Space Group: DCF Handbook Not Monitored 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 Due: 2/10/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-01-20. View official inspection document (report be9045f8-9937-4a02-a131-8be345914f91)

10. General Facility Requirements Group: Sec. 7-35, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (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. Facility/Storage [SR] Comments: The gate at the food preparation area was not working properly. The gate was observed open, and the closing mechanism was broken. Due: 11/27/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-10-27. View official inspection document (report d3093b9d-3089-43b6-9b89-fd6b6fffef2b)

20. Crib Requirements/Bedding Group: Sec. 7-38, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (20-04)

3.6.4(A), Handbook: Cribs or playpens/play yards used for infants must have tight fitted sheets and no excess bedding, which includes but is not limited to: bumper pads, hanging mobiles, quilts, comforters, receiving blankets, pillows, stuffed animals and cushions. The crib/play yard sheets were not appropriate. Indoor/Outdoor Space [SR] Comments: Three cribs in the infant room were observed with loose sheets. Technical assistance was previously provided in this area during the inspection conducted on 8/26/2025. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-10-27. View official inspection document (report d3093b9d-3089-43b6-9b89-fd6b6fffef2b)

21. Outdoor Play Space Group: Sec. 7-37, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (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. Indoor/Outdoor Space [SR] Comments: The playground mulch was insufficient and did not meet a minimum of 6 feet in all directions from the perimeter of the equipment. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-10-27. View official inspection document (report d3093b9d-3089-43b6-9b89-fd6b6fffef2b)

43. (43-04)

Sec. 7-45(b)(1), Ordinance: Vehicles must state the name of the child care facility on each side panel in six- to eight-inch letters. The back panel must have the wording Caution Transporting Children in a minimum of four-inch letters. The facilitys license number also must be printed on the side and back panels of the vehicle. The facility's vehicle(s) did not meet the requirement in that [see below]. Comments: The vehicle signage stating the name of the facility and license number was missing on each side panel. Due: 11/27/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-10-27. View official inspection document (report d3093b9d-3089-43b6-9b89-fd6b6fffef2b)

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: The transportation log was missing the signature of the driver and the childcare personnel. LICENSE/CERTIFICATES 45. License/Inspection Reports Group: Secs. 7-3, 7-11, 7-12, 7-13, 7-38, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Compliance Due: 10/27/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-10-27. View official inspection document (report d3093b9d-3089-43b6-9b89-fd6b6fffef2b)