Raising A Nation Childcare

24. Food Preparation Area CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 (24-15)

Children were present in the food preparation area when meals and snacks were being prepared. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.1, C Food and Nutrition [SR] Comments: Licensing observed a child in the kitchen area in company of a staff. The staff took the child back to the classroom thus it was completed at the time of the inspection. Licensing provided technical assistance explaining For safety, children must not be present in the food preparation area when meals and snacks are prepared unless being supervised or participating in a cooking activity. Compliance Comments During the inspection, the Operator advised that the facility provides meals and snacks to the children that are in care. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-06-12. View official inspection document (report 2fd2e618-3d3d-46d8-89a3-f47f915d5d8d)

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 [1] credentialed child care personnel and had [1] credentialed child care personnel CCF Handbook, Section 4.6.1, B Comments: The center has only one staff credential employee and there are 41 children enrolled. During the inspection there were 29 children and no staff credentialed staff. Licensing provided technical assistance explaining. 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. A credential staff returned to the program prior to submission of this inspection placing this standard back into compliance. 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) Compliance Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-02-23. View official inspection document (report f1f2889f-09e6-4acc-b88f-467a004b8f32)

30. Diapering CCF Handbook, Section 3.10 CCF Handbook, Section 3.10 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (30-06)

Diaper changing occurred on a surface that was not impermeable. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, E (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments: The diaper mat in the infant room was torn. Licensing provided technical assistance explaining 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. This was corrected prior submission of this inspection thus this was resolved. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-02-23. View official inspection document (report f1f2889f-09e6-4acc-b88f-467a004b8f32)

26. (26-01)

The facility's menu was not [ was not posted at the beginning of each week in an easily seen place]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, H (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR] Comments: The menu was not UpToDate and was not showing this week. Licensing provided technical assistance explaining Meal and snack menus must be planned, written, dated, and posted at the beginning of each week in an easily seen place, accessible to the parents/guardians. This was corrected prior submission of this inspection thus this was completed. 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 Applicable 28. Bottles, Breastmilk, Formula and Infant Food CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) 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 Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-02-23. View official inspection document (report f1f2889f-09e6-4acc-b88f-467a004b8f32)

17. (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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: The outdoor play area had trash, pieces of broken glass, a multicolor large toy was apart and spread out on the ground. Licensing provided technical assistance explaining. All childcare 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. The areas were corrected before the inspections submission thus this completed. The areas were repaired or corrected prior submission of this inspection; thus this has been completed. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-02-23. View official inspection document (report f1f2889f-09e6-4acc-b88f-467a004b8f32)

42. (42-01)

Child(ren) did not have a Student Health Examination/DH (Form 3040), or an equivalent health statement on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: The children named on the notes did not have a physical exam. Licensing provided technical assistance explaining the program has one month from the date of enrollment to obtain the form. Compliance Comments Reviewed all 27 children's files. 43. Enrollment Information CCF Handbook, Section 7.3 & s. 402.3054(2), F.S. CCF Handbook, Section 7.3 & s. 402.3054(2), F.S. (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Due: 10/15/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-09-15. View official inspection document (report 4d4f6401-5d9a-41fd-bb6d-1803df77a3c9)

41. (41-01)

Child(ren) did not have a Florida Certification of Immunization (DH Form 680) or a Religious Exemption from Immunization (DH Form 681), on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: The children named on the notes have expired vaccinations. Technical assistance was provided. CCF Handbook 7.1 The child care facility is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete, and properly executed Florida Certification of Immunization form Part A-1, B, or C, DH 680. Please look at the notes for the missing vaccinations and email them by the due date. 42. Student Health and Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Noncompliance Due: 10/15/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-09-15. View official inspection document (report 4d4f6401-5d9a-41fd-bb6d-1803df77a3c9)

24. (24-09)

The food preparation area does not have a hand washing station or the hand washing station did not include the following: [hot water]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.1, A.7. (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR] Comments: A portable sink was used in the kitchen for handwashing that had no hot water. Licensing provided technical assistance explaining a food preparation area is required for facilities that choose to prepare food in a manner consistent with the definition of preparation of food. Specific requirements for the food preparation area 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 childcare 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. Due: 10/15/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-09-15. View official inspection document (report 4d4f6401-5d9a-41fd-bb6d-1803df77a3c9)

20. Crib Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 3.6 CCF Handbook, Section 3.6 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (20-06)

Child/ren were placed in a crib, playpen, play yard or other sleeping and napping bedding with items that could pose a strangulation or suffocation risk. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.4, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: Licensing observed an infant placed on the crib and with a cord attached to the pacifier. The staff removed the cord thus it was completed at the time of the inspection. Licensing provided technical assistance explaining Children must not be placed in the cribs, playpens, play yards or other sleeping and napping bedding with items that could pose a strangulation or suffocation risk. Cribs, playpens, play yards, other napping and sleeping bedding being used by a child must be placed a minimum of 18 inches away from window blinds, draperies or any window treatment/cover that pose a strangulation hazard. 21. Restrooms and Bath Facilities CCF Handbook, Section 3.7 CCF Handbook, Section 3.7 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-09-15. View official inspection document (report 4d4f6401-5d9a-41fd-bb6d-1803df77a3c9)

18. Bedding and Linens CCF Handbook, Section 3.6 CCF Handbook, Section 3.6 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (18-04)

The bedding available was not sanitary and poses a threat to the health, safety or well-being of a child in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: Two cribs did not have a mattress. Playpens for the infants who did not have mattresses, it was a hard surface made of wood wrapped with cloth with little cushion inside. The LS provided technical assistance that the mattress for playpen materials is one inch thick, impermeable, and fits well within the playpen. 19. Nap/Sleep Space Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.2 CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.2 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Due: 10/15/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-09-15. View official inspection document (report 4d4f6401-5d9a-41fd-bb6d-1803df77a3c9)

03. Ratio Sufficient CCF Handbook, Section 2.3 CCF Handbook, Section 2.3 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (03-01)

A ratio of [2] child care personnel for [7] children is required. A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [7] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR] Comments: Licensing observed 7 children age two including a one-year-old, one staff was added thus it was completed at the time of the inspection. Licensing provided technical assistance explaining the ratio for one-year olds is 1:6. Ratios after corrections: 1:13 age 2-3 2:7 age 1-2 1:7 infants Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-09-15. View official inspection document (report 4d4f6401-5d9a-41fd-bb6d-1803df77a3c9)

45. (45-02)

Documentation of Level 2 Clearinghouse screening clearance was missing for child care personnel. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1,C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: A staff noted on the supplemental did not have screening, the director noted she was hired but was waiting for the screening. The staff left thus it was completed at the time of the inspection. Licensing provided technical assistance explaining a screening must be conducted as a condition of employment Due: 6/23/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-05-21. View official inspection document (report 957534ce-ddf8-47db-a667-b3637f25c2d0)

45. (45-11)

Child care personnels Level 2 documentation was incomplete in that [ A copy of out-of-state child abuse and neglect registry search is missing., A copy of out-of-state sexual offender/predator registry search is missing.]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1, D, E, and F (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: The staff noted on the supplemental was missing out of state child abuse and neglect registry search and out of state sexual offender predator search. Licensing provided technical assistance explaining please follow the instructions on the 45-day letter for how to complete these steps. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-05-21. View official inspection document (report 957534ce-ddf8-47db-a667-b3637f25c2d0)

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: The program didn't have an employee roster. Licensing provided technical assistance explaining lease follow the instructions prior sent and create a roster. Due: 6/23/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-05-21. View official inspection document (report 957534ce-ddf8-47db-a667-b3637f25c2d0)

33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 CCF Handbook, Section 4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (33-15)

Child care personnel, who were not in compliance with preservice training requirements when they left a School Readiness provider, did not complete required training and any new mandated training prior to employment with a School Readiness provider. (Section 3.4.B Training Requirements, Page 7) [SR] Comments: The staff noted on the supplemental did not complete school readiness training prior to employment with a School Readiness provider. Licensing provided technical assistance explaining Preservice Training refers to training requirements completed prior to unsupervised contact with or care of children participating in the School Readiness Program, or within 90 days of employment at a program facility. Child care personnel are not allowed to have unsupervised contact with or care of children prior to completion of preservice training requirements. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-05-21. View official inspection document (report 957534ce-ddf8-47db-a667-b3637f25c2d0)

30. Diapering CCF Handbook, Section 3.10 CCF Handbook, Section 3.10 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (30-07)

Items unrelated to diaper changing were stored in the diaper changing area or placed on the diaper changing table/surface. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, G (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments: Licensing observed ratios, control remote, and a clipboard on the diapering changing area of the 1-2 year old group. The staff remove the items thus it was completed at the time of the inspection. Licensing provided technical assistance explaining: items unrelated to diaper changing shall not be stored in the diaper changing area nor shall they be placed on the diaper changing table. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-05-21. View official inspection document (report 957534ce-ddf8-47db-a667-b3637f25c2d0)

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: Licensing observed blankets touching each other in the infant room, outside the 1-2 year old group. The staff sent the items to wash thus it was completed at the time of the inspection. Licensing provided technical assistance explaining 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 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-05-21. View official inspection document (report 957534ce-ddf8-47db-a667-b3637f25c2d0)

17. (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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: Licensing observed a broken bench/table with sharp edges, a torn blue cart, a metal rake, a hole digger, pieces of a broken glass bottle and trash on the playground. Also the grounds need maintenance as it has weeds growing all over the area. Please make sure to check the playground every morning and use the log it in the provided log. Licensing provided technical assistance explaining: The outdoor play area must be clean and free from litter, nails, glass and other hazards. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-05-21. View official inspection document (report 957534ce-ddf8-47db-a667-b3637f25c2d0)

09. Planned Activities CCF Handbook, Section 2.6 CCF Handbook, Section 2.6 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (09-07)

The facility used electronic media that was not for educational purposes or for physical activity for children 2 years of age and older. CCF Handbook, Section 2.6, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR] Comments: Licensing observed a mixed group of ones to four-year-olds watching TV for non-educational purposes. Licensing provided technical assistance explaining do not include the use of electronic media for children under two years of age. Electronic media may only be used for educational purposes or physical activity for children 2 years of age and older for no more than 1 to 2 hours per day. 10. Field Trip Permission CCF Handbook, Section 2.7 CCF Handbook, Section 2.7 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Applicable Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-05-21. View official inspection document (report 957534ce-ddf8-47db-a667-b3637f25c2d0)

09. Planned Activities CCF Handbook, Section 2.6 CCF Handbook, Section 2.6 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (09-06)

The facility used electronic media time with children younger than 2 years of age. CCF Handbook, Section 2.6, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR] Comments: Licensing observed the infants watching tv. The staff turned off the tv thus it was completed at the time of inspection. Licensing provided technical assistance explaining Do not include the use of electronic media for children under two years of age. Electronic media may only be used for educational purposes or physical activity for children 2 years of age and older for no more than 1 to 2 hours per day. You can play music instead. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-05-21. View official inspection document (report 957534ce-ddf8-47db-a667-b3637f25c2d0)

04. Supervision CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (04-18)

An unscreened individual was left alone with children in care. s.435.06(2)(a), F.S. and CCF Handbook, Section 5.2, C (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR] Comments: Licensing observed an unscreened individual caring for four infants. A second staff joined the group thus it was completed at the time of the inspection. Licensing provided technical assistance explaining A screening must be conducted as a condition of employment. The employer/owner/operator must review each employment application to assess the relevancy of any issue uncovered by the complete background screening, including any arrest, pending criminal charge, or conviction, and must use this information in employment decisions in accordance with state laws. A. Level 2 screening as outlined in s. 435.04, F.S., is required for all child care personnel and includes a criminal records check (both national and statewide), a sexual predator and sexual offender registry search, and child abuse and neglect history of any state in which an individual resided during the preceding 5 years. All fingerprints must be submitted and processed through the Background Screening Clearinghouse and therefore a LiveScan vendor that is Clearinghouse compatible must be used for submission of fingerprints. B. The fingerprint results from the Federal Bureau of Investigation will be returned to DCF via the Florida Department of Law Enforcement. DCF will review both the federal and state criminal history results, along with state criminal records, national sex offender registry, Florida sex offender registry, and the Florida child abuse and neglect registry. C. DCF will issue an eligible or non-eligible result through the Clearinghouse upon completion of searches and results from other states, if applicable. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-05-21. View official inspection document (report 957534ce-ddf8-47db-a667-b3637f25c2d0)

04. Supervision CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (04-09)

Children were left in high chairs or other confining devices outside of feeding times. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4.4, B (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR] Comments: Licensing observed infants in highchairs or feeding like chairs while outside feeding times during different occasions. The staff moved the infants out of the highchairs thus it was completed at the time of the inspection. Licensing provided technical assistance explaining Children must not be left in highchairs or other types of feeding chairs other than during feeding times. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-05-21. View official inspection document (report 957534ce-ddf8-47db-a667-b3637f25c2d0)

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

Supervision of children in the [age 2-3] group was inadequate in that [staff left the classroom ]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR] Comments: Licensing observed the staff leaving her classroom to go the kitchen and also to adjacent the infant room. The staff returned to the room thus it was completed at the time of the inspection. Licensing provided technical assistance explaining supervision must be direct meaning actively watching and directing childrens activities within the same room or designated outdoor play area, during transportation, any activity outside of the facility, and responding to the needs of each child while in care. Child care personnel must be assigned to provide direct supervision to a specific group of children and be with that group of children at all times. Children must never be left without child care personnel supervision inside or outside the facility, in a vehicle, or at a field trip location. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-05-21. View official inspection document (report 957534ce-ddf8-47db-a667-b3637f25c2d0)

03. Ratio Sufficient CCF Handbook, Section 2.3 CCF Handbook, Section 2.3 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (03-01)

A ratio of [3] child care personnel for [13] children is required. A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [13] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR] Comments: Licensing observed one staff caring for a mixed group of 13 children: 3 were one, 4 age two, 4 age 4. This was completed at the time of the inspection when the group was broken down as more children and staff came in as follows: 2:5 infants 1:11 age 4 1:6 age 1-2 1:8 age 2-3 Licensing provided technical assistance explaining the staff-to-child ratio, as established in Section 402.305(4), F.S., is based on primary responsibility for the direct supervision of children and applies at all times while children are in care. In groups of mixed age ranges, where children one year of age but under two years of age are included, one childcare personnel must be responsible for no more than six children of any age group, at all times. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-05-21. View official inspection document (report 957534ce-ddf8-47db-a667-b3637f25c2d0)

12. Facility Environment CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 (12-02)

An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A Physical Environment [SR] Comments: The tile in the hallway by the bathroom was damaged and came loose. Please replace it. Also, the facility's rugs needed to be vacuumed and the floors had dirt. Please make sure to clean and sanitize the facility before the children arrive. Also, the yellow rug is torn and needs to be replaced. Licensing will complete a second visit on 2/26/25 to inspect the areas. Licesning provided technical assistance explaining all childcare facilities must be clean, in good repair, free from health and safety hazards and from the 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. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-02-20. View official inspection document (report 7f56de45-1971-4050-91f5-350c610192bb)