Cartesia Jones Family Child Care Home

PAHOKEE, FLFamily Day Care HomeLicensed

3.7based on state inspection data
Capacity5
HoursMon 7:00AM to 5:00PM; Tue 7:00AM to 5:00PM; Wed 7:00AM to 5:00PM; Thu 7:00AM to 5:00PM; Fri 7:00AM to 5:00PM
Est. price$1,255/mo

Contact information

CityPAHOKEE, FL 33476

CountyPALM BEACH

Phone5617632809

Operating details

HoursMon 7:00AM to 5:00PM; Tue 7:00AM to 5:00PM; Wed 7:00AM to 5:00PM; Thu 7:00AM to 5:00PM; Fri 7:00AM to 5:00PM

Capacity5

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 4/30/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High1
  • Medium-High6
  • Medium6
  • Medium-Low2
  • Low0

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Location

Daycare Location

This daycare is located in PAHOKEE, FL (33476).

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  1. Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
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Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 4/30/2026

  • High0
  • Medium-High4
  • Medium2
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

2026

  1. Medium-High riskStandard 354/30/2026

    35. (35-03)

    The operator failed to conduct at least one fire drill during naptime as required. Comments: At the time of the inspection, observed that a nap time fire drill was not conducted during the licensure year ( November 1, 2024- October 31, 2025) Technical assitance: A nap time drill must be conducted before the expiration of the license. Compliance Comments At the time of the inspection, the first aid kit was fully stocked. 36. First Aid Supplies (Article IX.A) (Article IX.A) (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 12 Health Related Requirements, Pages 25-26) Compliance Not Applicable Comments At the time of the inspection, no accident or incident reports were observed. 37. Accident or Incident Reports (Article IX.B) (Article IX.B) (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 14 Emergency Procedures and Notification, Page 28) Not Applicable Not Applicable Comments At the time of the inspection, the Operator stated that field trips are not provided. 38. Field Trips (Article XVI) (Article XVI) (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 5 Transportation (If Applicable), Pages 14-15) Not Applicable FOOD AND NUTRITION Compliance Comments Operator provides breakfast, lunch and snacks. Due: 6/1/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-30. View official inspection document (report 51fa9126-bc6a-4dc4-b74d-bead7ea00a34)

    Not corrected

2024

  1. Medium-High riskStandard 319/18/2024

    31. (31-15)

    The ground cover or other protective surface under the [slide and rocking toys] was not maintained. (Section 9.8, number 2) Safety/Health [SR] Comments: Observed a slide set on the out door play area. The protective surface under the slide was artificial turf. The artificial turf was placed directly on the ground without any padding. Observed 4 blue riding toys on a black mat. The mat was place on the dirt without any resilient surfacing. Please be advised that resilient surfacing is required under and around all fall zones. Refer to Outdoor Playground Handbook. 32. Safe Environment (Article VIII.A and 65C-20.010) (Article VIII.A and 65C-20.010) (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 9 Physical Environment, Pages 17-21) Compliance Not Applicable Comments No water hazards on site. 33. Water Hazards (Articles VI.B and VIII.C) (Articles VI.B and VIII.C) (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 9 Physical Environment, Pages 17-21) Not Applicable Not Applicable Comments Pets not observed on site. 34. Animals/Pets (Article VIII.A and 65C-20.010) (Article VIII.A and 65C-20.010) (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 9 Physical Environment, Pages 17-21) Not Applicable Compliance Comments Fire drill conducted with the DOH present. Alternate Location 1 adult: 5 children Time to clear: 2 minutes 12 seconds. Technical Assistance: Please document on log when an alternate route and nap time drill was conducted. 35. Fire Safety and Emergency Planning (Article VIII. A and J; 65C-20.010) (Article VIII. A and J; 65C-20.010) (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 13 Fire Safety and Emergency Preparedness and Response, Pages 26-28) Compliance 36. First Aid Supplies (Article IX.A) (Article IX.A) (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 12 Health Related Requirements, Pages 25-26) Compliance 37. Accident or Incident Reports (Article IX.B) (Article IX.B) (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 14 Emergency Procedures and Notification, Page 28) Compliance Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-09-18. View official inspection document (report 96006a9e-dec2-4125-8b57-2387864ef811)

    Not corrected
  2. Medium riskStandard 509/18/2024

    50. (50-15)

    Documentation of in-service training for the operator was not recorded on Form OEL-SR-6207, In-service Training Record School Readiness Program, or on CF-FSP Form 5268, Child Care In-Service Training Record for providers licensed and/or regulated by DCF. (Section 17.6, numbers 5 and 6) Household/Sub Record [SR] Comments: In service training record not available for the Operator and Substitute for fiscal year July 1, 2023 - June 30, 2024. CHILDREN RECORDS 51. Childrens Records and Enrollment (Article XV.A and B) (Article XV.A and B) (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 18.2 Record Keeping/Childrens Files, Pages 36-38) Noncompliance Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-09-18. View official inspection document (report 96006a9e-dec2-4125-8b57-2387864ef811)

    Not corrected
  3. Medium riskStandard 519/18/2024

    51. (51-06)

    The operator did not have a written agreement signed by the parent and operator for children whose parents furnish meals and snacks. Comments: Observed the alternate nutrition contract for D.L not signed. The parent came to the FCCH and signed the document at the time of the inspection. 52. Physical Examination and Immunization (Article XV.A) (Article XV.A) (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 18.2 Record Keeping/Childrens Files, Pages 36-38) Noncompliance Due: 10/18/2024 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-09-18. View official inspection document (report 96006a9e-dec2-4125-8b57-2387864ef811)

    Not corrected
  4. Medium-High riskStandard 529/18/2024

    52. (52-01)

    The operator did not have Form 3040 Student Health Examination on file for each child enrolled. (Section 18.2, number 1) Children Records [SR] Comments: Student Health Examination not available for D.L and D.L. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-09-18. View official inspection document (report 96006a9e-dec2-4125-8b57-2387864ef811)

    Not corrected
  5. Medium-High riskStandard 529/18/2024

    52. (52-06)

    The operator did not have a current Form 680, Florida Certificate of Immunization on file for the child(ren) in care. (Section 18.2, number 5) Children Records [SR] Comments: Observed an expired immunization record for: J.M - expiration date 7/15/2024 D.L - expiration date 8/30/2024 53. Discipline Policy and Daily Program (Article XII.A - F) (Article XII.A - F) (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 8 Child Discipline, Pages 16-17) Compliance Owner/Director/Staff Responsible Comments N/A Counselor Comments Report amended on 10/2/2024. Violation of standard 15-2 was removed and marked Compliance. FDOH Inspection Results: Unsatisfactory School Readiness Inspection Results: Unsatisfactory Reinspection Date: Oct 1, 2024 & October 18th, 2024. ____________________________________________ Inspected by: Vanessa Sankar-Ramsahai Date: 09/18/2024 ____________________________________________ Received by: Cartesia Jones Date: 09/18/2024 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-09-18. View official inspection document (report 96006a9e-dec2-4125-8b57-2387864ef811)

    Not corrected

Safety & Compliance Analysis

This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.

15Total Violations
1Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

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Estimated monthly cost

$1,255/month

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About this daycare

  • Location: PAHOKEE, PALM BEACH County
  • Capacity: 5
  • Type: Family Day Care Home

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