Okeechobee Children's Academy

2025

1. High riskStandard 0411/4/2025

   04. Supervision CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (04-01)

   Supervision of children in the [9] group was inadequate in that [1]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR] Comments: It was observed that the three years old teacher was not supervising the children. The teacher has no control of the children. The children were running around and climbing the wall. On 10/29/2025, Another child slammed the door on child left middle finger causing it to have a compound fracture. Child needed reconstructive surgery on her finger because of this. 05. Transportation CCF Handbook, Section 2.5 CCF Handbook, Section 2.5 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 06. Driver's License, Physician Certification & First Aid/CPR Training CCF Handbook, Section 2.5 and CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 CCF Handbook, Section 2.5 and CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 07. Vehicle Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 08. Seat Belts/Child Restraints CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 and CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.5 CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 and CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.5 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 09. Planned Activities CCF Handbook, Section 2.6 CCF Handbook, Section 2.6 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-11-04. View official inspection document (report 7f817183-ca0f-4b6f-bdfb-b2bbfdcaf7af)

   Corrected at inspection
2. Medium-High riskStandard 1211/4/2025

   12. (12-01)

   Areas of the facility were found to be in need of cleaning. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: It was observed the bathroom at the facility was not clean. The provider cleans the bathroom at the time of the Inspection. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-11-04. View official inspection document (report 7f817183-ca0f-4b6f-bdfb-b2bbfdcaf7af)

   Corrected at inspection
3. Medium-High riskStandard 1211/4/2025

   12. (12-02)

   An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: The window paint is coming out in the one-year-old classroom. 13. Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons CCF Handbook, Section 3.2 CCF Handbook, Section 3.2 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 14. Lighting, Temperature, and Ventilation CCF Handbook, Section 3.3 CCF Handbook, Section 3.3 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 15. Licensed Capacity CCF Handbook , Section 3.4 CCF Handbook , Section 3.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 16. Indoor Floor Space CCF Handbook, Section 3.4 CCF Handbook, Section 3.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 17. Outdoor Play Area/Fencing CCF Handbook, Section 3.5 CCF Handbook, Section 3.5 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Noncompliance Due: 11/21/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-11-04. View official inspection document (report 7f817183-ca0f-4b6f-bdfb-b2bbfdcaf7af)

   Not corrected
4. Medium-High riskStandard 1711/4/2025

   17. (17-03)

   The facility did not provide shade on the playground. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: The facility did not provide shade. Due: 11/21/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-11-04. View official inspection document (report 7f817183-ca0f-4b6f-bdfb-b2bbfdcaf7af)

   Not corrected
5. Medium-High riskStandard 1711/4/2025

   17. (17-06)

   The facilitys fencing walls or gate area had gaps that could allow children to exit the outdoor play area. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, F (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: It was observed a gap that could allow children to exit the outdoor play area. 18. Bedding and Linens CCF Handbook, Section 3.6 CCF Handbook, Section 3.6 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 19. Nap/Sleep Space Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.2 CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.2 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 20. Crib Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 3.6 CCF Handbook, Section 3.6 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 21. Restrooms and Bath Facilities CCF Handbook, Section 3.7 CCF Handbook, Section 3.7 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 22. Operable Phone CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.1 CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.1 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 23. Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness CCF Handbook, Section 3.8 CCF Handbook, Section 3.8 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored FOOD AND NUTRITION 24. Food Preparation Area CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Noncompliance Due: 11/21/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-11-04. View official inspection document (report 7f817183-ca0f-4b6f-bdfb-b2bbfdcaf7af)

   Not corrected
6. Medium-High riskStandard 2411/4/2025

   24. (24-21)

   Open packages of perishable or leftover foods were not [ properly stored]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR] Comments: The Director removed the leftover food on the counter and place it in the refrigerator. 25. Meals and Snacks CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 26. Meal and Snack Menus CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3 & Section 7 CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3 & Section 7 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 27. Catered Food and Food Provided by Outside Sources CCF Handbook, Section 7 & Section 3.9.3 CCF Handbook, Section 7 & Section 3.9.3 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 28. Bottles, Breastmilk, Formula and Infant Food CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Noncompliance Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-11-04. View official inspection document (report 7f817183-ca0f-4b6f-bdfb-b2bbfdcaf7af)

   Corrected at inspection
7. Medium-High riskStandard 2811/4/2025

   28. (28-02)

   Bottles and/or sippy cups brought from home were not labeled with childs first and last name. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.5, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR] Comments: It was observed in the Infant classroom bottle was not labeled with child's first and last name. The Director labeled bottle with child first and last name. SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT 29. Health and Sanitation CCF Handbook, Section 3.6, 3.9, and 3.10 CCF Handbook, Section 3.6, 3.9, and 3.10 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 30. Diapering CCF Handbook, Section 3.10 CCF Handbook, Section 3.10 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 31. Indoor Equipment CCF Handbook, Section 3.11 CCF Handbook, Section 3.11 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 32. Outdoor Equipment CCF Handbook, Section 3.12 CCF Handbook, Section 3.12 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored TRAINING 33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 CCF Handbook, Section 4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 34. Credentialed Staff CCF Handbook, Section 4.6 & 4.7 CCF Handbook, Section 4.6 & 4.7 Not Monitored HEALTH REQUIREMENTS 35. Communicable Disease Control CCF Handbook, Section 6.1 CCF Handbook, Section 6.1 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 36. CPR Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4 CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 37. First Aid Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4 and 6.2 CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4 and 6.2 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 38. Emergency Telephone Numbers CCF Handbook, Section 6.3 CCF Handbook, Section 6.3 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 39. Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation CCF Handbook, Section 6.3 & 6.4 CCF Handbook, Section 6.3 & 6.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 40. Medication CCF Handbook, Section 6.5 CCF Handbook, Section 6.5 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored RECORD KEEPING 41. Immunization Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-11-04. View official inspection document (report 7f817183-ca0f-4b6f-bdfb-b2bbfdcaf7af)

   Corrected at inspection
8. Medium-High riskStandard 324/22/2025

   32. Outdoor Equipment CCF Handbook, Section 3.12 (32-07)

   The ground cover or other protective surface under the [swingset on infant/1 year old playground] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments: Need to ensure there is a resilient surface of at least 6" deep under swing area on small playground. Ensure all areas of playground where a fall may occur has proper depth of resilient surface and rake/move mulch, as needed. Director purchased bags of mulch immediately and had it laid in needed areas during the inspection - corrected at time of inspection TRAINING Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-04-22. View official inspection document (report 561c92f7-5a9e-4a58-b460-e30d4a33033b)

   Not corrected
9. Medium riskStandard 112/21/2025

   11. Child Discipline CCF Handbook, Section 2.8 (11-03)

   Child care personnel did not comply with the facility's written disciplinary and expulsion policies. CCF Handbook, Section 2.8, B General Requirements [SR] Comments: A child was not complying with a request to sit at the table for breakfast and a teacher "grabbed" the child by the arm to assist moving to the table. Facility policy states that spanking or any other form of physical punishment is prohibited. Teacher was immediately suspended from caring for children upon facility learning of the incident. PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT 12. Facility Environment CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 Not Monitored 13. Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons CCF Handbook, Section 3.2 Not Monitored 14. Lighting, Temperature, and Ventilation CCF Handbook, Section 3.3 Not Monitored 15. Licensed Capacity CCF Handbook , Section 3.4 Not Monitored 16. Indoor Floor Space CCF Handbook, Section 3.4 Not Monitored 17. Outdoor Play Area/Fencing CCF Handbook, Section 3.5 Not Monitored 18. Bedding and Linens CCF Handbook, Section 3.6 Not Monitored 19. Nap/Sleep Space Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.2 Not Monitored 20. Crib Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 3.6 Not Monitored 21. Restrooms and Bath Facilities CCF Handbook, Section 3.7 Not Monitored 22. Operable Phone CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.1 Not Monitored 23. Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness CCF Handbook, Section 3.8 Not Monitored FOOD AND NUTRITION 24. Food Preparation Area CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 Not Monitored 25. Meals and Snacks CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 Not Monitored 26. Meal and Snack Menus CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3 & Section 7 Not Monitored 27. Catered Food and Food Provided by Outside Sources CCF Handbook, Section 7 & Section 3.9.3 Not Monitored 28. Bottles, Breastmilk, Formula and Infant Food CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 Not Monitored Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-02-21. View official inspection document (report 4f92f5a2-1e4b-4fbc-ae3b-1d208901bc1f)

   Not corrected