Little Caterpillar Childcare

2025

1. Medium-High riskStandard 1711/11/2025

   17. Outdoor Play Area/Fencing CCF Handbook, Section 3.5 (17-02)

   The facility's outdoor play area contained litter, nails, glass or other hazards that posed a threat to the health, safety or well-being of the children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A Physical Environment [SR] Comments: November 11, 2025, the GOC1 observed the playground which had steel bolts that were sticking up over 2 threads on the playground in two areas. (Picture taken by GOC1) Technical assistance was given to the provider to ensure that the steel bolts are cut to a safe level to ensure the safety of the children. 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 SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT 29. Health and Sanitation CCF Handbook, Section 3.6, 3.9, and 3.10 Not Monitored 30. Diapering CCF Handbook, Section 3.10 Not Monitored 31. Indoor Equipment CCF Handbook, Section 3.11 Not Monitored Due: 1/5/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-11-11. View official inspection document (report 09ce25f5-9667-433d-bfea-7a2999b8da67)

   Not corrected
2. High riskStandard 338/5/2025

   33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 CCF Handbook, Section 4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (33-13)

   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 provider. (Section 3.1 and 3.2 Training Requirements, Page 7) [SR] Comments: During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed one staff member did not complete School Readiness training within 90 days of hire. The facility was given 30 instead of 14 days to align with the due dates. The Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance from the School Readiness handbook Section 3.1 and 3.2 3.1 Preservice Child care personnel must successfully complete the preservice training coursework described in this section, as applicable. All child care personnel must complete these preservice training requirements within 90 days of initial employment with any School Readiness provider. This timeframe does not start over if personnel change employment to another School Readiness provider within this initial 90 days. Personnel who have not completed all preservice training requirements are not allowed any unsupervised contact with or care of children in a School Readiness program. Within 90 days of initial employment with any SR provider, new hires and current pre-service trainees must complete all required preservice training by successfully completing one of the options below: Option 1 (DCF courses, plus corresponding exams) Existing courses available now under the Child Care Facility Part 1 heading for $10 per course: Health, Safety and Nutrition (8 hours) Child Growth and Development (6 hours) Behavioral Observation and Screening (6 hours) Identifying and Reporting Child Abuse and Neglect (4 hours) PLUS Health and Nutrition in the School Readiness Program (4 hours) Safety Practices in the School Readiness Program (5 hours) OR Option 2 (DEL Florida Early Childhood PD Registry) New courses available under the School Readiness Pre-Service heading for free: Child Development in the School Readiness Program (4 hours) Health and Nutrition in the School Readiness Program (4 hours) Safe Sleep Practices in Child Care (2 hours; not required for school-age only programs) Safety Practices in the School Readiness Program (5 hours) Transportation Safety in Child Care Programs (2 hours; if applicable) Due: 9/4/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-08-05. View official inspection document (report 22358da5-f233-45a5-aac4-6d5d8eebe5cc)

   Not corrected
3. Medium-High riskStandard 338/5/2025

   33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 CCF Handbook, Section 4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (33-06)

   The facility did not have documentation to show completion of a Department approved five-hour early literacy and language development course for child care personnel within 12 months of date of employment in child care industry and/or the early literacy course documentation was not uploaded in the Florida Pathways/Registry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.2 and 4.5, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Comments: At the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed one staff record didnt have documentation of completing Literacy training within 12 months of the date of employment in the child care industry. The Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance from the handbook Section 4.2.2 Early Literacy Training Pursuant to Section 402.305(2)(e)5., F.S., all child care personnel must complete a single course of training in early literacy and language development of children ages birth through five years that is a minimum of five clock hours or .5 CEUs. Early literacy training must be completed within 12 months of date of employment in the child care industry. Proof of completion may be documented on a certificate of course completion, classroom transcript, or diploma. Child care personnel must complete one of the following: A. One of the Departments online literacy courses available on the Departments website. B. One of the Departments approved literacy courses. A list of these courses can be obtained from the Departments website. (No additional courses will be approved by the Department.) C. One college level early literacy course (for credit or non-credit) if taken within the last five years. Due: 9/4/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-08-05. View official inspection document (report 22358da5-f233-45a5-aac4-6d5d8eebe5cc)

   Not corrected
4. Medium-High riskStandard 338/5/2025

   33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 CCF Handbook, Section 4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (33-03)

   The facility did not have documentation to show child care personnel had begun the introductory training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Comments: At time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed one staff records did not have documentation of starting training within 90 days of hire. The Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance from the handbook Section 4.1 Beginning Training Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month must begin training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry and successfully complete departments training within 12 months from the date training begins. Training taken prior to employment in the child care industry does not constitute begin training. The begin training timeframes begin at the time of employment in the child care industry. Training completion may not exceed 15 months from the date of employment in the child care industry in any licensed Florida child care facility. This may be accomplished by classroom attendance in a Department-approved training course, acquiring an educational exemption from a Department-approved training course, beginning a Department-approved online child care training course, or by receiving results from a Department-approved competency examination. The child care program is responsible for obtaining training documentation from child care personnel. Due: 9/4/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-08-05. View official inspection document (report 22358da5-f233-45a5-aac4-6d5d8eebe5cc)

   Not corrected
5. Medium-High riskStandard 338/5/2025

   33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 CCF Handbook, Section 4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (33-01)

   Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the 40 hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement. CCF Handbook Section 4.2.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Comments: At the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed one staff record didn't have documentation of completing the 40 hour Introductory Training requirement. The Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance from the handbook Section 4.1 Beginning Training Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month must begin training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry and successfully complete departments training within 12 months from the date training begins. Training taken prior to employment in the child care industry does not constitute begin training. The begin training timeframes begin at the time of employment in the child care industry. Training completion may not exceed 15 months from the date of employment in the child care industry in any licensed Florida child care facility. This may be accomplished by classroom attendance in a Department-approved training course, acquiring an educational exemption from a Department-approved training course, beginning a Department-approved online child care training course, or by receiving results from a Department-approved competency examination. The child care program is responsible for obtaining training documentation from child care personnel. 4.2.1 Mandated Introductory Training Child care personnel must successfully complete 40 hours of child care training as evidenced by successful completion of competency examinations offered by the Department or its designated representative with a weighted score of 70 or better. Child care personnel who successfully completed the mandatory 40-hour Introductory Child Care Training prior to January 1, 2004 are not required to fulfill the competency examination requirement. A. Part I Courses (30 Hours) Child care personnel must complete all of the following: Child Care Facility Rules and Regulations Health, Safety and Nutrition Identifying and Reporting Child Abuse and Neglect Child Growth and Development , Behavioral Observation and Screening B. Part II Courses (10 Hours) Child care personnel must also complete 10 hours of the following Part II courses: Special Needs Appropriate Practices (10 hours), or Understanding Developmentally Appropriate Practices (5 hours) and one of the Due: 9/4/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-08-05. View official inspection document (report 22358da5-f233-45a5-aac4-6d5d8eebe5cc)

   Not corrected
6. Medium-High riskStandard 188/5/2025

   18. Bedding and Linens CCF Handbook, Section 3.6 CCF Handbook, Section 3.6 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (18-12)

   Bedding and/or linens were not stored in a sanitary manner. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1, G & H (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, The Licensing Specialist observed the linens in the Age 2-3 classroom were stored touching the floor and touching other children's linens. The licensing specialist alerted the classroom teacher who took the linens and placed them in the laundry bring the center back into compliance. The licensing specialist provided technical assistance from the hand book Section 3.6.1 G. Bedding and linens, when not in use, must be stored in a sanitary manner which prevents the spread of germs or lice from other linens. All bedding and linens must be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized at least once a week, and before use by another child. 19. Nap/Sleep Space Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.2 CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.2 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-08-05. View official inspection document (report 22358da5-f233-45a5-aac4-6d5d8eebe5cc)

   Corrected at inspection
7. Medium-High riskStandard 128/5/2025

   12. (12-07)

   A safety deficiency having a moderate potential for harm to the children in care was observed. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: At time of the inspection the Licensing Specialist observed there were books piled high up in a manner that they could fall on the children sitting in the potty chair, in the Age 2-3 bathroom. The Licensing Specialist took pictures. The director removed the books before the end of the inspection bringing the center in to compliance. The Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance from the handbook 3.1 General Health and Safety Requirements A. 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. Indoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety and documented on a daily inspection log. Outdoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety. Any problems must be corrected before the play area is used by children. Documentation of the indoor play area inspection must be maintained for 12 months. Compliance Comments Provided technical assistance about checking all areas of the classrooms and bathrooms prior to use by children. The licensing specialist observed a fork and diaper cream in a drawer of the bathroom in a closed classroom. 13. Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons CCF Handbook, Section 3.2 CCF Handbook, Section 3.2 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 14. Lighting, Temperature, and Ventilation CCF Handbook, Section 3.3 CCF Handbook, Section 3.3 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 15. Licensed Capacity CCF Handbook , Section 3.4 CCF Handbook , Section 3.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-08-05. View official inspection document (report 22358da5-f233-45a5-aac4-6d5d8eebe5cc)

   Corrected at inspection
8. Medium-High riskStandard 128/5/2025

   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: At time of the inspection the Licensing Specialist observed cracks in the ceiling or plaster patch from a previous repair in the infant room. The Licensing Specialist took pictures. The Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance from the handbook 3.1 General Health and Safety Requirements A. 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. Indoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety and documented on a daily inspection log. Outdoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety. Any problems must be corrected before the play area is used by children. Documentation of the indoor play area inspection must be maintained for 12 months. Due: 9/4/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-08-05. View official inspection document (report 22358da5-f233-45a5-aac4-6d5d8eebe5cc)

   Not corrected
9. Medium-High riskStandard 396/30/2025

   39. Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation CCF Handbook, Section 6.3 & 6.4 (39-04)

   Child care personnel failed to share the accident/incident form with the custodial parent/ legal guardian or the individual authorized to pick up child on the day that the incident occurred. CCF Handbook, Section 6.4, B & D Health Requirements [SR] Comments: June 26, 2025, an incident occurred with a teacher in the three year old classroom and a child. The facility failed to share the accident / incident form with the parent / legal guardian or the individual authorized to pick up the child on the day the incident occurred. Technical assistance was provided to the director to explain that the facility needs to share the incident / accident form with the parent / legal guardian on the day the incident / accident occurs. 40. Medication CCF Handbook, Section 6.5 Not Monitored RECORD KEEPING 41. Immunization Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 Not Monitored 42. Student Health and Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 Not Monitored 43. Enrollment Information CCF Handbook, Section 7.3 & s. 402.3054(2), F.S. Not Monitored 44. Personnel Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 Not Monitored 45. Background Screening Documents CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 Not Monitored Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-06-30. View official inspection document (report 80e3e16b-06b0-40f1-a759-a55b6bb6445a)

   Not corrected
10. Medium-High riskStandard 476/30/2025

    47. Access/Child Safety CCF Handbook, Section 8 (47-01)

    Child care personnel inappropriately interacted with children in care in a manner that was aggressive, demeaning or intimidating in nature. CCF Handbook, Section 8.2, C Enforcement [SR] Comments: The GOC1 observed a video from June 26, 2025, in which a teacher in the three year old classroom forcefully fed a child in her care. The video shows the teacher aggressively trying to feed a child while hold the child's head backward. The child in the video can be seen trying to catch her breath and with tears in her eyes after being released by the teacher. Technical assistance was given to the director to explain that this is an inappropriate interaction with a child. Owner/Director/Staff Responsible Comments The provider has stated that she became aware of the incident when the CPI (Child Protective Investigator) first contacted her. She stated that at that time, CPI informed her that DCF Licensing would be conducting a follow up visit the next day. For that reason, she did not reach out to DCF directly. The provider also stated to please know that at Little Caterpillars Childcare, they do not condone or tolerate any form of harm to the children in care. The safety and well-being of the children remain their highest priority. ____________________________________________ Inspected by: Taya Christopher Date: 06/30/2025 ____________________________________________ Received by: Thomas Anna Arnold Date: 06/30/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-06-30. View official inspection document (report 80e3e16b-06b0-40f1-a759-a55b6bb6445a)

    Not corrected
11. Medium-High riskStandard 236/30/2025

    23. Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness CCF Handbook, Section 3.8 (23-25)

    The facility failed to notify the licensing authority of an incident or unusual occurrence that was threatening to the health, safety, or welfare of the children or child care personnel. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.7 Physical Environment [SR] Comments: The GOC1 observed a video from June 26, 2025, in which an incident occurred between a child and a teacher in the three year old classroom. The teacher can be seen holding a child's head and aggressively force feeding her. The incident was observed by the director via video on June 27, 2025, and the facility failed to notify the licensing authority. Technical assistance was provided to the director to explain that all unusual occurrences must be reported to the licensing authority. 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 SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT 29. Health and Sanitation CCF Handbook, Section 3.6, 3.9, and 3.10 Not Monitored 30. Diapering CCF Handbook, Section 3.10 Not Monitored 31. Indoor Equipment CCF Handbook, Section 3.11 Not Monitored 32. Outdoor Equipment CCF Handbook, Section 3.12 Not Monitored TRAINING 33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 Not Monitored 34. Credentialed Staff CCF Handbook, Section 4.6 & 4.7 Not Monitored Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-06-30. View official inspection document (report 80e3e16b-06b0-40f1-a759-a55b6bb6445a)

    Not corrected
12. Medium-High riskStandard 234/17/2025

    23. Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness CCF Handbook, Section 3.8 (23-02)

    The facility did not have a current and approved annual fire safety inspection by the local fire authority. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, A Physical Environment [SR] Comments: During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored the Fire Drill Log and observed documentation of the last fire drill having been conducted on 3/31/2025. The last approved fire inspection for this facility was dated 3/27/2024. The fire extinguisher certifications are valid until 6/2025. At the time of the inspection the Licensing Specialist observed the last approved fire inspection by the Fire Marshall was dated 3/272024 which is over a year ago. The Licensing Specialist advised the license will be issued as provisional until the new approved report with no violations is received. The Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance from the handbook 3.8.2 Fire Safety A. Unless statutorily exempted, all child care facilities must conform to state standards adopted by the State Fire Marshal, Chapter 69A-36, F.A.C., Uniform Standards for Life Safety and Fire Prevention in Child Care Facilities. A copy of the current and approved annual fire inspection report completed by a certified fire inspector must be on file with the licensing authority. If the program is granted a fire inspection exemption by the local fire inspection office, the exemption must be documented and maintained on file at the program FOOD AND NUTRITION Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-04-17. View official inspection document (report cfa4715a-1b99-4a7c-ba49-63e4e9f3894f)

    Not corrected