YOUNG MINDS LEARNING CENTER OF COCONUT CREEK & PARKLAND

06. (06-05)

7.4(F), Handbook: Written documentation of volunteer hours must be maintained at the facility for a minimum of 12 months and available for review by the licensing authority. The facility failed to maintain written documentation for the number of hours a volunteer worked. Staff Requirements [SR] Comments: There was no volunteer log for T.C. RATIOS/DISCIPLINE Compliance Comments The following ratios were observed during todays visit: Infant-1 yr old: 2:6 2-3 yr old: 2:15 4yr old- school age: 2:16 07. Ratios of Personnel to Children Group: Sec. 7-33, Ordinance, DCF Handbook, and Sec. 402.305(4), Florida Statutes Compliance Due: 7/8/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-07-08. View official inspection document (report e8f5d04e-163f-4924-ab8d-243782a2f089)

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 following are in need of repair: Egress doors need to be fully functional in opening and closing in case of emergency. There were several doors leading out in 3 year old, 4 year old and school age classrooms that were difficult to open/close. Base boards in 3 year old classroom need to be replaced. Sink in 3 year old classroom is not working. Carpet in 3 year old classroom needs to be deep cleaned or replaced. Due: 7/29/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-07-08. View official inspection document (report e8f5d04e-163f-4924-ab8d-243782a2f089)

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 following is in need of repair: Slide on play equipment is broken. Ground covering was observed with cracks. Following progressive enforcement procedures, Class II Notice of Violation is being issued as this standard was previously cited on 3/10/26. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-07-08. View official inspection document (report e8f5d04e-163f-4924-ab8d-243782a2f089)

25. Diaper Changing Procedures Group: Sec. 7-35, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (25-01)

3.10.2(E), Handbook: When children in diapers are in care, there must be a diaper changing area with an impermeable surface that is cleaned and sanitized or disinfected after each use. Diaper changing occurred on a surface that was not impermeable. Toilet/Bath Facility [SR] Comments: The diaper changing pad in the 2 year old classroom was observed with holes on surface. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-07-08. View official inspection document (report e8f5d04e-163f-4924-ab8d-243782a2f089)

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 following are in need of repair: Spinning number attachment of the landing of slide structure were observed to be cracked. The slide has a crack in it. The outdoor equipment is rusted. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-10. View official inspection document (report e9df7ac1-bb04-4c40-8296-41679f0367d6)

03. (03-10)

Child care personnel did not complete preservice 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 3 Training Requirements, Pages 7-8) Staff Requirements [SR] Comments: All staff need to complete the preservice training before supervising children. 04. Minimum Age Requirements Group: Sec. 7-33, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-33, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Compliance Comments TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE WAS PROVIDED REGARDING PHYSICAL REQUIREMENT FOR ALL STAFF. Due: 12/2/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-11-24. View official inspection document (report 6bb96379-0044-470f-a107-77c247e22b67)

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: THERE WERE CEILING TILES OBSERVED TO BE STAINED IN THE 3 YEAR OLD CLASSROOM AND THE LUNCH AREA. THERE WAS A BROKEN CHAIR OBSERVED IN THE PLAY AREA IN THE SCHOOL AGE ROOM. THERE WAS A BROKEN SHELF OBSERVED IN THE PLAY AREA IN THE SCHOOL AGE ROOM. THERE WAS PEELING PAINT OBSERVED IN THE SCHOOL AGE ROOM. 11. Toxins/Hazardous Materials Group: Sec. 7-42, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-42, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Due: 12/2/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-11-24. View official inspection document (report 6bb96379-0044-470f-a107-77c247e22b67)

43. (43-02)

2.5.4(A), Handbook: 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. Provider did not obtain inspection by a qualified, certified mechanic and retain documentation in the vehicle. (Section 2.1(A) Health and Safety, Page 3) Transportation [SR] Comments: There was not a valid vehicle inspection. Due: 12/2/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-11-24. View official inspection document (report 6bb96379-0044-470f-a107-77c247e22b67)

43. (43-08)

3.8.2(B) and (C), Handbook: Fire extinguishers with a minimum rating of 2A:10BC must be properly installed, serviced and maintained with current inspection tags at all times. A fire extinguisher must be present in vehicles used to transport children and areas where food is prepared. The facility did not have a fire extinguisher with a current inspection in vehicles used to transport children. (Section 2.1(A) Health and Safety, Page 3) Transportation [SR] Comments: The fire extinguisher on the vehicle was expired as of 8/25. 44. Drivers Qualifications/Requirements Group: Sec. 7-45, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-45, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance LICENSE/CERTIFICATES Compliance Comments The providers license expires on 12/31/25. All areas of this report that fail to comply must be corrected by 12/5/25 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 5/15/25. The fire extinguishers were serviced on 7/25. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-11-24. View official inspection document (report 6bb96379-0044-470f-a107-77c247e22b67)