The Learning Experience

19. (19-02)

A minimum distance of 18'' was not maintained between each napping/sleeping space. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.2, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: During the inspection visit Licensing Specialist observed that in the Twaddler, Infant A and Toddler A room some children were napping with mats less than 18 inches apart. LS gave TA to the director and staff explaining that a minimum of 18 inches must be maintained around individual napping and sleeping spaces. A maximum of two sides of a napping or sleeping space may be against a solid barrier, such as the wall. The staff person then separated the children; thus, this regulation is marked back into compliance. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-01-28. View official inspection document (report 6cc4da0c-0f5b-49d3-8271-21c37dda6f1f)

27. Catered Food and Food Provided by Outside Sources CCF Handbook, Section 7 & Section 3.9.3 (27-05)

Food Acceptance Log was missing or was incomplete in that it did not [include the temperatures of the food received. ]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, E.1. Food and Nutrition [SR] Comments: Meals are catered in by an approved provider (JJ's Cafeteria). The food acceptance log was reviewed during this inspection visit. During the inspection the LS counselor observed that the Food Acceptance Log was missing the temperatures of the food that was received. TA was giving to the director explaining that 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 provider will be providing the LS with the Food Acceptance Log starting tomorrow and showing that every area has been checked by the above due date. Compliance Comments Per director, this bottles come prepared from home and they just heat them up in the classrooms. Due: 11/10/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-09-29. View official inspection document (report e0ef1055-16ea-4eca-90d0-ce70111c450b)

46. Daily Attendance CCF Handbook, Section 7.5 (46-03)

Child care personnel failed to ensure arrival and departure times were complete and accurate at the time of arrival or departure. CCF Handbook, Section 7.5, B Record Keeping [SR] Comments: July 28, 2025, the GOC1 observed the attendance sheet for the infant classroom. There were only 4 infants in the classroom, but there were 5 infants signed in on the attendance sheet. The teacher noted that one infant was in the one year old classroom, and was not signed out of the infant classroom. The GOC1 observed that the infant was signed into the one year old classroom. Technical assistance was provided to the director and the assistant director to ensure that the children are signed in and out on the attendance sheet with the correct times. Picture taken. July 28, 2025, the GOC1 observed the attendance sheet in the three year old classroom. There were 7 children in the classroom, but there were 6 children signed in until the GOC1 arrived and the teacher then grabbed the attendance sheet and wrote in the child's time. It was 9:10am and the teacher wrote that the child arrived at 8:00am. The GOC1 provided technical assistance to the teacher, the director and the assistant director so that the arrival and departure times for the children are correct and write down as soon as the change happens. ENFORCEMENT Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-07-28. View official inspection document (report dcb24735-914d-4eb5-a20c-3db10264972a)

28. Bottles, Breastmilk, Formula and Infant Food CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 (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 Food and Nutrition [SR] Comments: July 24, 2025, the Early Learning Coalition observed two bottles/sippy cups without the children's names labeled on them in the three year old classroom and the two year old classroom. Technical assistance was provided to the director and the assistant director to be sure that all bottles/sippy cups are labeled with each child's name. 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 HEALTH REQUIREMENTS 35. Communicable Disease Control CCF Handbook, Section 6.1 Not Monitored 36. CPR Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4 Not Monitored 37. First Aid Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4 and 6.2 Not Monitored 38. Emergency Telephone Numbers CCF Handbook, Section 6.3 Not Monitored 39. Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation CCF Handbook, Section 6.3 & 6.4 Not Monitored 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 Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-07-28. View official inspection document (report dcb24735-914d-4eb5-a20c-3db10264972a)

24. Food Preparation Area CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 (24-21)

Open packages of perishable or leftover foods were not [ properly stored]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, D Food and Nutrition [SR] Comments: July 24, 2025, the Early Learning Coalition observed food left out on the counter in the three year old classroom. Technical assistance was provided to the director so that all food is taken out and disposed of properly and in a timely manner from the classrooms. 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 Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-07-28. View official inspection document (report dcb24735-914d-4eb5-a20c-3db10264972a)

46. Daily Attendance CCF Handbook, Section 7.5 (46-03)

Child care personnel failed to ensure arrival and departure times were complete and accurate at the time of arrival or departure. CCF Handbook, Section 7.5, B Record Keeping [SR] Comments: July 10, 2025, it was observed by ELC that there were 6 children in the one year old classroom and only 5 children signed in on the roster. Technical assistance was provided to the director and the teacher to ensure that all children are signed in to the roster accurately at the time of arrival and departure. ENFORCEMENT Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-07-16. View official inspection document (report e950ce62-6aff-420d-b44b-1e3e11175508)

31. Indoor Equipment CCF Handbook, Section 3.11 (31-04)

Toys, equipment and/or furnishings were not safe in that [adult scissors left on the counter within chilren's reach] and pose a threat to the health, safety or well-being of the children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.11 Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments: July 10, 2025, the Early Learning Coalition observed adult scissors on a counter within reach of children in the one year old classroom. Technical assistance was provided to the director and the one year old classroom teacher to ensure that equipment used within the classroom that is unsafe for children is placed out of the children's reach. 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 HEALTH REQUIREMENTS 35. Communicable Disease Control CCF Handbook, Section 6.1 Not Monitored 36. CPR Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4 Not Monitored 37. First Aid Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4 and 6.2 Not Monitored 38. Emergency Telephone Numbers CCF Handbook, Section 6.3 Not Monitored 39. Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation CCF Handbook, Section 6.3 & 6.4 Not Monitored 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 Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-07-16. View official inspection document (report e950ce62-6aff-420d-b44b-1e3e11175508)

24. Food Preparation Area CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 (24-13)

Child care personnel working in the food preparation area did not wear proper head covering. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.1, B Food and Nutrition [SR] Comments: July 10, 2025, the Early Learning Coalition observed the cook in the kitchen without a hairnet while prepping food. Technical assistance was provided to the director and the cook that hairnets must be worn when in the kitchen area. 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 Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-07-16. View official inspection document (report e950ce62-6aff-420d-b44b-1e3e11175508)

33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 (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 Comments: Licensing Specialist (LS) observed that the individuals listed on the supplemental page did not complete the 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. The LS provided technical assistance (TA) to the director explaining that training must be completed within 12 months from the day employment begins in the child care industry. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-06-06. View official inspection document (report 518dcfa9-cf4f-40c2-8af7-37d6bb67213b)

24. Food Preparation Area CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 (24-13)

Child care personnel working in the food preparation area did not wear proper head covering. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.1, B Food and Nutrition [SR] Comments: Licensing specialist observed a staff member working in the food preparation area not wearing a hair net or hat. Technical Assistance (TA) was given by LS to director and staff explaining that while working in the food preparation area, staff must wear proper head covering. The staff person then placed a hairnet on head, thus this regulation is marked back into compliance. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-06-06. View official inspection document (report 518dcfa9-cf4f-40c2-8af7-37d6bb67213b)

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: April 2, 2025, an incident occurred in the four-year-old classroom between a child and a teacher. The child sustained a mark under his right eye when the teacher tossed a workbook across the table. It is alleged that in the four-year-old classroom, the teacher did the same action of tossing a workbook across the table at the child again on May 9, 2025, there was not enough evidence to substantiate a violation. Technical assistance was provided to the director and the teacher to explain that tossing workbooks at children is not appropriate interaction with children. 8.2 Child Safety C. Childcare personnel must appropriately interact with children to foster a healthy, safe environment that will encourage the childs physical, intellectual, motor, and social development. Interactions with children that are aggressive, demeaning or intimidating in nature are strictly prohibited. Owner/Director/Staff Responsible Comments The provider had no additional comments or concerns. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-05-13. View official inspection document (report f5350cff-3b22-41d8-8bb2-4103309a89dc)

39. Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation CCF Handbook, Section 6.3 & 6.4 (39-03)

Child care personnel failed to document an accident or incident on the day that it occurred. CCF Handbook, Section 6.4, A Health Requirements [SR] Comments: April 2, 2025, an incident occurred in the four-year-old classroom in which a child sustained a mark under his right eye which was not documented. Technical assistance was given to the director to explain that when an accident or incident occurs it must be documented the day that it occurred. May 9, 2025, there was not enough evidence to substantiate a violation. Technical assistance was provided to the director to explain that when an accident or incident occurs it must be documented the day that it occurred. CCF Handbook, Section, 6.4 Accident/Incident Notification A. All accidents and incidents or unusual occurrences that are threatening to the health, safety, or welfare of a child that occur while the child is in care must be documented on the same day they occur. 40. Medication CCF Handbook, Section 6.5 Not Monitored Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-05-13. View official inspection document (report f5350cff-3b22-41d8-8bb2-4103309a89dc)

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: April 2, 2025, the facility failed to notify the licensing authority of an incident or unusual occurrence. A child in the four-year-old classroom stated that a teacher threw a book at him causing a mark under his right eye. The teacher admitted to tossing the workbook at the child. Technical assistance was given to the director of the facility so that any unusual incident or occurrence is reported to the licensing authority. CCF Handbook, 3.8.7, Emergency Procedures A. The facility must have a written plan for reporting and managing any incident or unusual occurrence that is threatening to the health, safety, or welfare of the children or childcare personnel 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 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-05-13. View official inspection document (report f5350cff-3b22-41d8-8bb2-4103309a89dc)

17. Outdoor Play Area/Fencing CCF Handbook, Section 3.5 (17-01)

The facilitys outdoor play area contained litter, nails, glass or other hazards that posed a low potential for harm to children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A Physical Environment [SR] Comments: On the day of the investigation, the fence lock at the playground was broken. The director stated that there was someone coming out that day to repair it. Technical assistance was given to the director to ensure that the facility locks are working and operational at all times with children present. The director sent a follow up picture showing the repaired lock on Friday, February 14, 2025. 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 Compliance Comments The director reported the incident to the Licensing Specialist. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-02-11. View official inspection document (report 4a883159-6fb3-4d4a-9508-9758da34b7d6)

04. Supervision CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 (04-04)

Children in the outdoor play area were not adequately supervised in that [a child sustained injury on the playground.]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4.1, A General Requirements [SR] Comments: On February 4, 2025, a child sustained an injury while playing on the playground. The teacher has stepped away to hand off another child to his parent when this child fell on the playground equipment and hit his lip. Technical assistance was given to the director to be sure there is direct supervision at all times. 05. Transportation CCF Handbook, Section 2.5 Not Monitored 06. Driver's License, Physician Certification & First Aid/CPR Training CCF Handbook, Section 2.5 and CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 Not Monitored 07. Vehicle Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 Not Monitored 08. Seat Belts/Child Restraints CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 and CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.5 Not Monitored Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-02-11. View official inspection document (report 4a883159-6fb3-4d4a-9508-9758da34b7d6)

45. (45-09)

The facility failed to maintain a current Employee/Contractor Roster for all child care personnel in the Clearinghouse. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, K (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: Licensing specialist while reviewing the Employee Roster in the Clearinghouse noticed that the Individuals listed on the supplemental page need to be either added or removed from the Employee Roster in the Clearinghouse. LS gave TA to the staff responsible in reference to maintaining a current Employee Roster in the Clearinghouse. The employer/owner/operator must add child care personnel to their Employee/Contractor Roster in the Clearinghouse within 5 days of when the individual has received a child care eligible result and has been hired at the facility. Employer/owner/operator must add an end date for individuals on the Employee/Contractor Roster in the Clearinghouse within 5 days of the employment termination. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-02-05. View official inspection document (report 03b989cc-242e-40db-b320-58ed54fc40bc)

39. (39-05)

Documentation of an accident or incident was insufficient in that it did not include the [the name of the person that was contacted, the time and the date that the parents signed the form. ]. CCF Handbook, Section 6.4, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR] Comments: Licensing specialist while reviewing the incident/accident reports observed that a few reports did not have all required areas completed (Pictures were taken). Documentation must include the name of the affected party, date and time of the occurrence, description of the occurrence, actions taken and by whom, and appropriate signatures of program child care personnel and the custodial parent or legal guardian. Program child care personnel signatures may include the director/child care personnel that witnessed the incident, who were involved in the incident, and/or responded to the childs needs. LS gave TA to the staff responsible explaining all the areas that need to be completed in the accident/incident reports. This was completed at time of inspection placing this standard back in compliance. During this inspection visit 11 accident/Incident reports were reviewed from 1/31/2025 - 2/3/2025. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-02-05. View official inspection document (report 03b989cc-242e-40db-b320-58ed54fc40bc)

34. Credentialed Staff CCF Handbook, Section 4.6 & 4.7 CCF Handbook, Section 4.6 & 4.7 (34-01)

The facility was required to have at least [5] credentialed child care personnel and had [2] credentialed child care personnel CCF Handbook, Section 4.6.1, B Comments: Licensing specialist observed that there were 103 children present at time of inspection with only 2 staff credentialed on site. TA was provided to the staff responsible explaining the amount of credentialed staff necessary depending on the amount of children at the center. For every 20 children, a child care facility must have one child care personnel who meets the staff credential requirement. Based on this formula, child care facilities with 20-39 children must have one credentialed child care personnel, facilities with 40-59 children must have two credentialed child care personnel, and so on. The licensing authority will calculate the number of credentialed personnel required based on daily attendance. HEALTH REQUIREMENTS 35. Communicable Disease Control CCF Handbook, Section 6.1 CCF Handbook, Section 6.1 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 36. CPR Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4 CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 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) Compliance 38. Emergency Telephone Numbers CCF Handbook, Section 6.3 CCF Handbook, Section 6.3 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 39. Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation CCF Handbook, Section 6.3 & 6.4 CCF Handbook, Section 6.3 & 6.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Noncompliance Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-02-05. View official inspection document (report 03b989cc-242e-40db-b320-58ed54fc40bc)

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: Licensing specialist observed in the two year old classroom sippy cups brought from home that were not labeled or only had a first name. The staff responsible was provided TA by the licensing specialist on the requirement for last and first names on cups and bottles brought from home. 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. The staff responsible then correctly labeled the cups, thus this regulation is marked back into compliance. 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) Compliance Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-02-05. View official inspection document (report 03b989cc-242e-40db-b320-58ed54fc40bc)

25. Meals and Snacks CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (25-15)

Milk and/or food sat out longer than 15 minutes prior to the beginning of the meal. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.5, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR] Comments: The Licensing Specialist (LS) observed food sitting out for more than 15 minutes (Pictures were taken). The staff responsible explained that the food/milk was served, and those children were in ballet class. LS explained to the staff responsible that milk and food should not be out more than 15 minutes prior to the beginning of the meal. The food/milk was then discarded, and new food was served to the children placing this standard back into compliance. 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) Compliance Compliance Comments Meals are catered in by an approved provider (JJ's Cafeteria LLC). The food acceptance log was reviewed during this inspection visit. 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) Compliance 28. Bottles, Breastmilk, Formula and Infant Food CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Noncompliance Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-02-05. View official inspection document (report 03b989cc-242e-40db-b320-58ed54fc40bc)

13. (13-02)

The facilitys storage of harmful items including cleaning supplies, flammable products, and poisonous, toxic and hazardous materials allowed access by children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: Licensing specialist observed wipes (labeled keep out of reach of children), within the reach of children on a basket on the floor accessible to the children (Picture was taken). Technical Assistance (TA) was given to the staff responsible by the Licensing specialist explaining that these items must be inaccessible and out of a child's reach at all times . Items were removed and placed out of reach of children by the staff member, placing this standard back in compliance. All potentially harmful items, including cleaning supplies, flammable products, poisonous, toxic, and hazardous materials, must be labeled and used according to manufacturers recommendation. These items, as well as knives, sharp tools, and other potentially dangerous hazards, must be stored in a locked area or must be inaccessible and out of a child's reach at all times. 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 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-02-05. View official inspection document (report 03b989cc-242e-40db-b320-58ed54fc40bc)