Leon County Schools - Desoto Trail Elementary - VPK Wrap

2026

1. Medium-High riskStandard 326/4/2026

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

   The ground cover or other protective surface under the [all anchored equipment at the facility] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments: The fall zones at the facility does not meet 6 inches in depth, it measures 2 inches. 3.12 Outdoor Equipment D. Permanent or stationary playground equipment must have a fall/use zone that extendsa minimum of 6 feet in all directions from the perimeter of the equipment. All types ofground cover must be maintained to provide resilience and reduce the incidence ofinjuries to children in the event of falls. 1. If the ground cover in place is loose ground cover (such as, but not limited to: mulch, shredded rubber chips, or sand) a minimum of 6 inches in depth is required in the use zone. Asphalt, concrete, hard packed dirt, hay, grass or leaves are unsuitable for use in the use zone area. Due: 7/6/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-06-04. View official inspection document (report d06c6a4a-a81d-416d-b146-14a224bd776a)

   Not corrected
2. Medium-High riskStandard 253/31/2026

   25. Meals and Snacks CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (25-07)

   A refrigerator was observed without a thermometer or with a thermometer showing a temperature reading greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, F.1. (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR] Comments: The refrigerator in the classroom did not have a thermometer. 3.9.2 Food Storage F. Refrigerators/freezers: 1. An accurate thermometer designed to measure cold storage temperature must be placed inside each refrigeration and freezer unit. Thermometers in refrigerators must show a reading of 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below, and thermometers in freezers must show a reading of 0 degrees Fahrenheit or below. The thermometer must be located in the center of the unit and be readily accessible. Thermometer temperature readings higher than specified above require further temperature testing of food samples stored in the unit using a probe type thermometer; and adjustments to the unit setting to reach and maintain the required readings must be made. Compliance Comments Menus posted. 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 Not Applicable Comments The facility provides breakfast, lunch and afternoon snack. 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 Not Applicable Comments No infants at this facility. 28. Bottles, Breastmilk, Formula and Infant Food CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Applicable 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: 5/1/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-31. View official inspection document (report e86de6b0-c058-41a6-99e5-79833e30e900)

   Not corrected
3. Medium-High riskStandard 323/31/2026

   32. (32-03)

   The play equipment was not maintained in a safe or sanitary condition for the children to use in that [there is no cover for the sandbox at the facility playground.]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B and F (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments: The facility sandbox on the VPK playground is without a cover at the time of inspection. The facility has 30 days to get a cover in place. 3.12 Outdoor Equipment B. All playground equipment must be securely anchored, unless portable or stationary by design, in good repair, maintained in safe and sanitary condition, and placed to ensure safe use by the children. Maintenance must include inspections conducted every month of all supports above and below the ground and of all connectors and moving Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-31. View official inspection document (report e86de6b0-c058-41a6-99e5-79833e30e900)

   Not corrected
4. Medium-High riskStandard 323/31/2026

   32. (32-07)

   The ground cover or other protective surface under the [the fall zones at the facility does not meet 6 inches in depth, it measures 2 inches.] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments: The fall zones at the facility does not meet 6 inches in depth, it measures 2 inches. 3.12 Outdoor Equipment D. Permanent or stationary playground equipment must have a fall/use zone that extends a minimum of 6 feet in all directions from the perimeter of the equipment. All types of ground cover must be maintained to provide resilience and reduce the incidence of injuries to children in the event of falls. 1. If the ground cover in place is loose ground cover (such as, but not limited to: mulch, shredded rubber chips, or sand) a minimum of 6 inches in depth is required in the use zone. Asphalt, concrete, hard packed dirt, hay, grass or leaves are unsuitable for use in the use zone area. TRAINING Due: 5/1/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-31. View official inspection document (report e86de6b0-c058-41a6-99e5-79833e30e900)

   Not corrected
5. Medium riskStandard 333/31/2026

   33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 CCF Handbook, Section 4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (33-08)

   Child care personnel, who were in compliance with preservice training requirements when they left a School Readiness provider, did not complete new mandated training within 90 days of employment with a School Readiness provider. (Section 3.4.A Training Requirements, Page 7) [SR] Comments: There are staff members that have not completed the SR preservice training at this facility. b. After January 1, 2024, the DEL-approved online School Readiness health and safety courses as evidenced by successful completion of the examination at the end of the modules with a weighted score of 70 or better. Course access can be found at the Florida Early Childhood Professional Development Registry website at www.myflfamilies.com/childcare. Child Development in the School Readiness Program; Health and Nutrition in the School Readiness Program; Safe Sleep Practices in Child Care (not required for school-age only programs); Safety Practices in the School Readiness Program; and Transportation Safety in Child Care Programs (if applicable). Due: 5/1/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-31. View official inspection document (report e86de6b0-c058-41a6-99e5-79833e30e900)

   Not corrected