WELLINGTON ELEMENTARY
WELLINGTON, FL·Child Care FacilityLicensed
Contact information
Address13000 Paddock Dr, Wellington FL, 33414
CountyPALM BEACH
Phone5616510630
Operating details
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 4/8/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High0
- Medium-High9
- Medium2
- Medium-Low7
- Low0
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13000 Paddock Dr, Wellington FL, 33414, WELLINGTON, FL 33414
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Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 4/8/2026
- High0
- Medium-High8
- Medium1
- Medium-Low6
- Low0
2026
- Medium-Low riskStandard 394/8/2026
39. Daily Attendance (Form OEL-SR-6204, Section 19.3 Record Keeping/Attendance, Page 44) (39-02)
Attendance records did not include the time of each childs arrival and departure. (Section 19.3, number 1) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: The arrival / departure times are on the sign in / out sheet however the signatures of the parents are missing for 4 students. ENFORCEMENT Due: 4/24/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-08. View official inspection document (report 1c8efd87-4c81-432a-a8d0-ee89a41ce7b7)
Not corrected - Medium-Low riskStandard 364/8/2026
36. (36-06)
Parents were not provided information detailing the causes, symptoms, and transmission of the influenza virus annually during the months of August through September as evidenced by their signed statement. (Section 19.2, number 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: The child (DJ) in the VPK C classroom, the parent did not sign/ provided a date that they received the influenza brochure. Due: 4/24/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-08. View official inspection document (report 1c8efd87-4c81-432a-a8d0-ee89a41ce7b7)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 224/8/2026
22. (22-02)
The program facility did not have a current and approved annual fire safety inspection by the local fire authority. (Section 14.2, number 1) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: The Annual Fire Inspection was completed on 10/8/2024, However there are 2 non serious violation documented on report. The Reinspection dates are set for 3/18/2026 and 6/30/2027. The Final Draft of the Annual Fire Inspection is not available. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-08. View official inspection document (report 1c8efd87-4c81-432a-a8d0-ee89a41ce7b7)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 134/8/2026
13. (13-03)
The programs storage of harmful items including cleaning supplies, flammable products, poisonous, toxic, and hazardous materials were accessible to children in care. (Section 10, number 4) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: Observed in the VPK C a container of Clorox wipes/ baby wipes stored on the children handwashing sink. The Teacher removed during the time of inspection. 14. Lighting, Temperature and Ventilation Form OEL-SR-6204, Section 10 Physical Environment, Pages 21-25) Compliance Due: 4/24/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-08. View official inspection document (report 1c8efd87-4c81-432a-a8d0-ee89a41ce7b7)
Not corrected - Medium-Low riskStandard 124/8/2026
12. Facility Environment (Form OEL-SR-6204, Section 10 Physical Environment, Pages 21-25) (12-02)
An area(s) of the program facility was observed to not be in good repair. (Section 10, number 1) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: Observed peeling paint on the wall below restroom sign in VPK A classroom. Due: 4/24/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-08. View official inspection document (report 1c8efd87-4c81-432a-a8d0-ee89a41ce7b7)
Not corrected - Medium-Low riskStandard 124/8/2026
12. Facility Environment (Form OEL-SR-6204, Section 10 Physical Environment, Pages 21-25) (12-01)
Areas of the program facility were found to be in need of cleaning. (Section 10, number 1) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: Observed the VPK play area, the childrens water fountain was not in sanitary condition, there was leaves/ sand / sticks inside drainage holes Due: 4/24/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-08. View official inspection document (report 1c8efd87-4c81-432a-a8d0-ee89a41ce7b7)
Not corrected
2025
- Medium-High riskStandard 225/27/2025
22. (22-05)
During the programs contract year, fire drills utilizing the approved alarm system were not conducted monthly at various dates and times when children were in care [Monthly Drills]. (Section 14.3, number 1) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: The Fire Drill was unavailable for review. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-05-27. View official inspection document (report 9e33843b-6e89-4b44-80ed-e4900277249e)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 225/27/2025
22. (22-01)
The program facility did not have documented proof of an annual fire inspection by the local fire authority. (Section 14.2, number 1) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: Annual Fire Inspection was not available for review. Due: 6/12/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-05-27. View official inspection document (report 9e33843b-6e89-4b44-80ed-e4900277249e)
Not corrected - Medium-Low riskStandard 375/9/2025
37. (37-01)
Personnel records or copies of records were not being maintained at the program and available for review by the inspection authority. (Section 19.4) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: The staff files, were not available for review during the time of inspection. The Department was able to review the staff files on 5/12/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-05-09. View official inspection document (report 2a9e183a-7219-471e-acac-cb4fbbc129a7)
Not corrected - Medium-Low riskStandard 365/9/2025
36. (36-01)
Child records or copies of records, including enrollment information, were not being maintained at the program and available for review by the inspection authority. (Section 19.2, numbers 1 and 2) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: Immunization records was unavailable or have expired for the following children. (EH), (ME), (LG), (AK), (CA), (TC), (JK), (JY),(AB) and (CC). The Department Returned on 5/12/2025, The Data processor provided current immunization for the children. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-05-09. View official inspection document (report 2a9e183a-7219-471e-acac-cb4fbbc129a7)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 225/9/2025
22. (22-05)
During the programs contract year, fire drills utilizing the approved alarm system were not conducted monthly at various dates and times when children were in care [April]. (Section 14.3, number 1) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: No fire drill conducted monthly, Observe the fire drill log , there no drill done for the month of May. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-05-09. View official inspection document (report 2a9e183a-7219-471e-acac-cb4fbbc129a7)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 225/9/2025
22. (22-01)
The program facility did not have documented proof of an annual fire inspection by the local fire authority. (Section 14.2, number 1) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: The annual fire inspection was not available for review. Due: 5/27/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-05-09. View official inspection document (report 2a9e183a-7219-471e-acac-cb4fbbc129a7)
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 135/9/2025
13. (13-04)
Knives and/or sharp tools were accessible to children in care. (Section 10, number 4) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: Observed adult size scissor accessible in the classroom A, B and C . The scissor was seen located on the counter or either lower shelve where the children have access, the teachers removing during the time of inspection. The Teacher removed on 5/12/2025 Also observed thumb tacks, located counter and on shelve which children have access, the staff member removed during the time of inspection. 14. Lighting, Temperature and Ventilation Form OEL-SR-6204, Section 10 Physical Environment, Pages 21-25) Compliance Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-05-09. View official inspection document (report 2a9e183a-7219-471e-acac-cb4fbbc129a7)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 135/9/2025
13. (13-03)
The programs storage of harmful items including cleaning supplies, flammable products, poisonous, toxic, and hazardous materials were accessible to children in care. (Section 10, number 4) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: Observed in classroom A, B and C there was container of disinfectant wipes, and sanitizer and cottonelle / huggees wipes, in the cabinet above the small hand washing sink, unlocked kitchen area and children restroom stored on top of paper napkin dispenser. The teacher removed during the time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-05-09. View official inspection document (report 2a9e183a-7219-471e-acac-cb4fbbc129a7)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 125/9/2025
12. Facility Environment (Form OEL-SR-6204, Section 10 Physical Environment, Pages 21-25) (12-06)
An area of the program facility was observed to be a serious safety hazard to children in care. (Section 10, numbers 1-11) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: Observed a small desk size fan located on the counter accessible to the children in care. The staff removed during the time of inspection. Returned on 5/12/2025, The Desk fan has been removed. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-05-09. View official inspection document (report 2a9e183a-7219-471e-acac-cb4fbbc129a7)
Not corrected
Safety & Compliance Analysis
This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.
(Past 6 Months)
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Estimated monthly cost
$966/month
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Typical prices in Florida run about $904/month for infant care at a center (federal median) — see daycare costs in Florida by age group.
About this daycare
- Location: WELLINGTON, PALM BEACH County
- Type: Child Care Facility
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