Greater Heights Academy

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] During todays inspection two staff volunteers listed on the supplemental were left alone with children with no documentation of Level 2 Clearinghouse screening clearance. Staff listed on supplemental page did not have a background screening clearance. the facility was given technical assistance to cease all driving until each staff had documentation of a Level 2 Clearinghouse screening clearance. On May 15th, 2026, via email the director of the facility summitted documentation of Level 2 Clearinghouse screening clearance. A driver (listed on the supplemental) has a not eligible background screening and was terminated on May13th,2026. 5 Background Screening 5.1 Initial Screening 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 Live Scan ve…

A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [6] children is required. A ratio of [2] child care personnel for [30] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR] At todays inspection licensing specialist observed two childcare personnel with a group of 6 one year old children and 24 afterschool children. During todays inspection the director separated the two group of children bringing both groups into compliance. Technical assistance given: 2.3.1 Mixed Age Groups A. In groups of mixed age ranges, where children under one year of age are included, one child care personnel must be responsible for no more than four children of any age group, at all times. B. 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.

The facility's transportation log did not include [Signature of second staff member was missing on many Transportation Logs]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.2 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR] The programs transportation log did not include a signature of second staff member. During todays inspection a second signature was obtained on the transportation log. Technical assistance: .3. Drivers Log. A log must be maintained for all children being transported in the vehicle. The log must be retained for a minimum of 15 months. The log must include each childs name, date, time of departure, time of arrival, the signature of the driver, and the signature of a second staff member to verify the drivers log and that all children have left the vehicle. a. Prior to transporting children, the drivers log must be recorded, signed, and dated immediately, verifying that all children were accounted for and that the log is complete. b. Upon arrival at the destination, the driver of the vehicle must: Mark each child off the log as the child departs the vehicle; Conduct a physical inspection and visual sweep of the vehicle to ensure that no child is left in the vehicle; and Record, sign, and date the drivers log immediately, verifying that all children were accounted for, and that the visual sweep was conducted. c. Upon arrival at the destination, a second and different staff member must: Conduct a physical inspection and visual sweep of the vehicle to ensure that no child is left in the vehicle; and Sign, date and record the drivers log immediately, verifying that all children were accounted for, and that the log is complete. Due Date Completed at time of inspection

The drivers personnel record did not include [ A valid Florida drivers license, An annual physical examination which grants medical approval to drive, Valid certificate(s) of course completion for first aid training and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) procedures]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, E (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR] The driver listed on the supplemental personnel record did not include a valid Florida drivers license, an annual physical examination which grants medical approval to drive, Valid certificate(s) of course completion for first aid training and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) procedures. During todays inspection the facility was given technical assistant to cease all driving until all documentation was in the personnel file. On May15th, 2026 via email the director of the facility summitted documentation for each driver. A current valid Florida drivers license, an annual physical examination, Valid certificate(s) of course completion for first aid training and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) procedures. All drivers personnel files are current. Technical assistance: Driver Requirements The driver of any vehicle used by a childcare program to provide transportation must have the following: Child Care Facility Handbook Page | 15 A. A valid Florida drivers license including the proper endorsement; B. An annual physical examination which grants medical approval to drive, and valid certificate(s) of course completion for first aid training and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) procedures. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, E (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Due Date Completed at time of inspection

The bedding available was not safe 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] At todays inspection 3 infant children were sleeping on one large floor activity mat, one infant was laying propped on top of a boppy pillow on her stomach, and another infant was sleeping in an infant seat. During todays inspection all three infants were placed in cribs and technical assistance was given. 3.6.3 Crib Requirements Children up to one year of age must be in a crib or playpen/play yard with sides for napping. Crib sides must be secured while there is an infant in the crib. Bar spacing must not exceed two and three-eighths inches. 3.6.4 Safe Sleep A. All personnel that care for infants must follow safe sleep practices as recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) as referenced in Caring for Our Children Basics Health and Safety Foundations for Early Care and Education, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(v), F.A.C. Cribs or playpens/play yards used for infants must have tight fitted sheets and no excess bedding, which includes but is not limited to: bumper pads, hanging mobiles, quilts, comforters, receiving blankets, pillows, stuffed animals and cushions. C. 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 ha…

A Volunteer Acknowledgement (Form CF-FSP 5217) was not on file prior to volunteering. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, F (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Staff listed on supplemental page did not have a volunteer acknowledgement (Form CF-FSP 5217) was not on file prior to volunteering. At todays inspection technical assistance was given and volunteer acknowledgement forms were completed by each of the volunteers listed on the supplemental page. Technical assistance: F. Prior to beginning volunteering in a childcare facility, a CF-FSP 5217, Volunteer Acknowledgment which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(e), F.A.C., and may be obtained from the Departments website www.myflfamilies.com/childcare, must be completed and on file at the childcare facility for the volunteer. Written documentation of volunteer hours must be maintained at the facility for a minimum of 12 months and available for review by the licensing authority. Due Date Completed at time of inspection

The facility failed to maintain written documentation for the number of hours a volunteer worked. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, F (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] The facility failed to maintain written documentation for the number of hours a volunteer worked. At todays inspection volunteer acknowledgement forms and hours worked were documented by each of the volunteers. Technical assistance: F. Prior to beginning volunteering in a childcare facility, a CF-FSP 5217, Volunteer Acknowledgment which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(e), F.A.C., and may be obtained from the Departments website www.myflfamilies.com/childcare, must be completed and on file at the childcare facility for the volunteer. Written documentation of volunteer hours must be maintained at the facility for a minimum of 12 months and available for review by the licensing authority. Due Date Completed at time of inspection

The facility did not have electrical outlet covers or the outlet covers were not in place. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, I (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] In the one-year-old room there was and uncovered electric outlet. During the observation the teacher placed the electric outlet cover into place. TA was given about keeping the covers in place. Technical assistance: CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, I I. All accessible electrical outlets must be tamper-resistant electrical outlets that contain internal shutter mechanisms to prevent children from sticking objects into receptacles. In settings that do not have tamper-resistant electrical outlets, outlets shall have safety covers.

The facility did not have electrical outlet covers or the outlet covers were not in place. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, I (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] The facility had electrical outlet covers that were not in place. Both one year old rooms and the Infant room had missing outlet covers. At todays inspection the outlet covers were replace and TA was given about keeping the covers in place. Technical assistance: CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, I I. All accessible electrical outlets must be tamper-resistant electrical outlets that contain internal shutter mechanisms to prevent children from sticking objects into receptacles. In settings that do not have tamper-resistant electrical outlets, outlets shall have safety covers.

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] The facilitys storage of harmful items including cleaning supplies, flammable products, and poisonous, toxic and hazardous materials allowed access by children in care. The cleaning supplies were placed on a shelf out of reach of the children. Technical assistance: 3.2 Toxic/Hazardous Material/Firearms/Weapons B. 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 childs reach at all times. Due Date Completed at time of inspection

The hand washing station in the diapering area did not include [ running water]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR] The hand-washing station in the diapering area did not include [ running water]. The hand-washing station in the diapering area in the first one year old room was out of water. During todays inspection the hand-washing sink was refilled with water. Technical assistance given:3.10.2 Diapering Requirements A. When children in diapers are in care, a hand-washing station that includes a sink with running water, soap, trash receptacle, and disposable towels or hand drying machines that are properly installed and maintained shall be provided in the room or in an adjoining area which opens into the room. B. Hands must be washed and dried thoroughly after each diapering or toileting procedure, and all surfaces that have been touched must be cleaned and sanitized or disinfected to prevent the spread of germs. Due Date Completed at time of inspection

The facility's transportation log did not include [a second signature on the transportation log.]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.2 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR] The facility's transportation log did not include [ a second signature on the transportation log. ] . At the time of the inspection a second signature was added to the transportation log. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.2 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3 2.5.2 Transportation Log A. A log must be maintained for all children being transported in a vehicle or on foot away from and/or to the premises of the child care facility. The log must be retained on file at the facility for a minimum of 12 months and available for review by the licensing authority. The log must include: 1. Each childs name, 2. The date and time of departure, 3. Time of arrival at the destination, 4. The signature of the driver (or in the case of travelling on foot, the signature of the child care personnel), and 5. The signature of a second child care personnel or person(s) authorized by the provider to verify the transportation log

The toileting facility did not have: [ paper towels or hand drying machines] , and within the reach of children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.7, H (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] • The toileting facility did not have: [ paper towels or hand drying machines] , and within the reach of children. • At the time of inspection paper towels were placed into the two-year-old bathroom. • CCF Handbook, Section 3.7, H (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) • H. Running water, soap, trash receptacles, toilet paper, and disposable towels or hand-drying machines that are properly installed and maintained must be available and within reach of children using the bathroom.

Diapering occurred in a room that did not have a hand washing station or did not have a hand washing station in an adjoining area. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR] • Diapering occurred in a room that did not have a hand washing station. A portable handwashing sink was placed in the one year old room at the time of inspection. • Technical assistance: • CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) • 3.10.2 Diapering Requirements A. When children in diapers are in care, a hand-washing station that includes a sink with running water, soap, trash receptacle, and disposable towels or hand drying machines that are properly installed and maintained shall be provided in the room or in an adjoining area which opens into the room. B. Hands must be washed and dried thoroughly after each diapering or toileting procedure, and all surfaces that have been touched must be cleaned and sanitized or disinfected to prevent the spread of germs. C. Handwashing sinks must not be used for food service preparation, dishwashing, or food clean up. D. The diaper changing area must be physically separated from the food preparation, food service, and feeding area. E. 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. F. Children must be directly attended at all times when being diapered or when

Personnel records or copies of records were not being maintained at the facility and available for review by the licensing authority. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] • Personnel records or copies of records were not being maintained at the facility and available for review by the licensing authority. • At the time of inspection, a printed background screening was missing from the file. At the time of inspection, a cleared background screening was printed and put into the file. • CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) 7.4 Personnel Records Records must be maintained and kept current on all child care personnel, as defined by Section 402.302(3), F.S. These records shall be on-site, available for review by the licensing authority and must include: A. A complete employment application with the required statement pursuant to Section 402.3055(1)(b), F.S. B. Documentation of position and date of employment. C. CF-FSP Form 5337, Child Abuse & Neglect Reporting Requirements, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(l), F.A.C., must be signed on or before

A complete CF-FSP Form 5131, Background Screening and Personnel File Requirements, was not on file for all employees. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] • A completed Form 5131, Background Screening and Personnel File Requirements, was not on file for all employees. • A 5131 was completed for childcare personnel was completed at the time of inspection. • CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3)