Tiny Treasures Learning Academy
TAVARES, FL·Child Care FacilityLicensed
Contact information
Address1201 E Alfred St, Tavares FL, 32778
CountyLAKE
Phone3523438585
Operating details
HoursMon 6:30AM to 5:30PM; Tue 6:30AM to 5:30PM; Wed 6:30AM to 5:30PM; Thu 6:30AM to 5:30PM; Fri 6:30AM to 5:30PM
Capacity165
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 6/2/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High2
- Medium-High23
- Medium0
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
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1201 E Alfred St, Tavares FL, 32778, TAVARES, FL 32778
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Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 6/2/2026
- High2
- Medium-High19
- Medium0
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2026
- Medium-High riskStandard 326/2/2026
32. (32-09)
The equipment used in the outdoor play area was not constructed and maintained according to manufacturers recommendations, and/or to allow for water drainage or open containers for water play were not emptied. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, F (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments: Water retained in the big circle shapes in the climbing equipment. TA to find out a mechanism to drain the stuck water. TRAINING Due: 6/16/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-06-02. View official inspection document (report 7e1f34ea-b82a-46a1-b345-572c843d1caf)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 326/2/2026
32. (32-03)
The play equipment was not maintained in a safe or sanitary condition for the children to use in that [ropes observed lose and not achored to the ground. ]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B and F (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments: Ropes not anchored to the ground. These ropes are part of the big equipment as a climbing part. There is missing the hook that attached the ropes to the ground. Due: 6/16/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-06-02. View official inspection document (report 7e1f34ea-b82a-46a1-b345-572c843d1caf)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 061/14/2026
06. (06-01)
The facility's driver did not have [ An annual physical examination which grants medical approval to drive]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR] Comments: No driver's physical available for review. Driver's physical must be done every year and available for review. 07. Vehicle Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 08. Seat Belts/Child Restraints CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 and CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.5 CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 and CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.5 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Due: 1/28/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-01-14. View official inspection document (report df18378e-9447-4407-9b93-b4f17bd824f2)
Not corrected
2025
- Medium-High riskStandard 329/22/2025
32. (32-06)
A resilient surface was not provided beneath and within the fall/use zone for [All climb equipment]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments: All metal climb equipment needs 6" of resilient surface under and beneath the falling zone area. TRAINING Due: 10/6/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-09-22. View official inspection document (report 3e5a89b6-b91c-44a5-9939-afe20aba53fe)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 079/22/2025
07. (07-06)
The vehicle alarm installed was not in working condition. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR] Comments: Vehicle alarm did not go off within a minute of the ignition is off. The time delay from the time the ignition is turned off after activation of the alarm system until the alarm sounds shall be no longer than one minute. 08. Seat Belts/Child Restraints CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 and CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.5 CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 and CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.5 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Due: 10/6/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-09-22. View official inspection document (report 3e5a89b6-b91c-44a5-9939-afe20aba53fe)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 398/11/2025
39. Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation CCF Handbook, Section 6.3 & 6.4 (39-04)
Child care personnel failed to share the accident/incident form with the custodial parent/ legal guardian or the individual authorized to pick up child on the day that the incident occurred. CCF Handbook, Section 6.4, B & D Health Requirements [SR] Comments: No report given to parents at the time of child picked up. 40. Medication CCF Handbook, Section 6.5 Not Monitored RECORD KEEPING 41. Immunization Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 Not Monitored 42. Student Health and Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 Not Monitored 43. Enrollment Information CCF Handbook, Section 7.3 & s. 402.3054(2), F.S. Not Monitored 44. Personnel Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 Not Monitored 45. Background Screening Documents CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 Not Monitored 46. Daily Attendance CCF Handbook, Section 7.5 Not Monitored ENFORCEMENT 47. Access/Child Safety CCF Handbook, Section 8 Not Monitored Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-08-11. View official inspection document (report 44cd00c9-b615-4af2-ba3f-ba434762f401)
Corrected at inspection - Medium-High riskStandard 328/11/2025
32. Outdoor Equipment CCF Handbook, Section 3.12 (32-10)
A wading pool, or inflatable water slide with a landing area where water collects, was used by children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, H Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments: Wading pool used by children during a summer event. Wading pool was discard at the time of inspection. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-08-11. View official inspection document (report 44cd00c9-b615-4af2-ba3f-ba434762f401)
Corrected at inspection - High riskStandard 246/13/2025
24. (24-18)
Stored food was not consumed or discarded on or before the expiration date listed by the manufacturer. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR] Comments: Counselors observed expired food upon checking the freezer. Technical assistance provided that expired food should be thrown out. Due: 7/17/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-06-13. View official inspection document (report 6054f2aa-90af-4b73-af71-772575bcc431)
Not corrected - High riskStandard 336/13/2025
33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 CCF Handbook, Section 4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (33-13)
Child care personnel did not complete preservice training requirements prior to unsupervised contact with or care of children or, if supervised, within 90 days of beginning employment or service with the provider. (Section 3.1 and 3.2 Training Requirements, Page 7) [SR] Comments: Counselors observed that childcare personnel did not complete school ready course. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-06-13. View official inspection document (report 6054f2aa-90af-4b73-af71-772575bcc431)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 326/13/2025
32. (32-08)
The placement of [Monkey bar and swings] did not allow for adequate distance/clearance from other equipment, fences, and objects in the area. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments: Counselors observed a swing and monkey bar that was not placed 6 feet from fencing area. Technical Assistance provided that the swing and monkey bars needed to be placed 6 feet away from fence. TRAINING Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-06-13. View official inspection document (report 6054f2aa-90af-4b73-af71-772575bcc431)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 326/13/2025
32. (32-07)
The ground cover or other protective surface under the [swings, slides, and monkey bars.] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments: Counselors observed on the playground there was not 6 inches of resilient surface on all equipment. Facility was using back rubber mat in place of resilient surface that was sticking up that could potentially cause a tripping hazard. Due: 7/17/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-06-13. View official inspection document (report 6054f2aa-90af-4b73-af71-772575bcc431)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 326/13/2025
32. (32-03)
The play equipment was not maintained in a safe or sanitary condition for the children to use in that [chipped paint, green residue on equipment, rotted wood, broken toys, and some play equipment not six feet from fence]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B and F (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments: Counselors observed the following on playground chipped paint, green residue on equipment, rotted wood, broken toys, and some play equipment not six feet from fence Technical assistance provided that equipment should be maintained and checked daily. Due: 7/17/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-06-13. View official inspection document (report 6054f2aa-90af-4b73-af71-772575bcc431)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 296/13/2025
29. (29-02)
Child care personnel did not wash their hands [after changing a diaper]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments: Counselor observed in the one-year-old classroom that childcare personnel did not wash her hands or child's hand after changing diaper. Technical assistance provided to director to ensure all staff wash their hands after changing diapers. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-06-13. View official inspection document (report 6054f2aa-90af-4b73-af71-772575bcc431)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 286/13/2025
28. (28-02)
Bottles and/or sippy cups brought from home were not labeled with childs first and last name. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.5, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR] Comments: Counselors observed in the infant room and school age room bottles and cups were not labeled with children names. Technical assistance provided that all cups and bottles need to be properly labeled with child's first and last name. 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) Noncompliance Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-06-13. View official inspection document (report 6054f2aa-90af-4b73-af71-772575bcc431)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 246/13/2025
24. (24-21)
Open packages of perishable or leftover foods were not [ labeled with date]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR] Comments: Counselors observed open food containers and food stored in kitchen pantry, refrigerator, and freezer removed from original packaging and not labeled or dated properly. Technical assistance provided that all opened food should be labeled with a date. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-06-13. View official inspection document (report 6054f2aa-90af-4b73-af71-772575bcc431)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 246/13/2025
24. (24-17)
Food containers were not stored above the floor on clean surfaces to protect from splash and other contamination. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR] Comments: Counselors observed a storage container full of rice on the floor in the closet. Technical assistance provided that food should not be stored on the floor Due: 7/17/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-06-13. View official inspection document (report 6054f2aa-90af-4b73-af71-772575bcc431)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 186/13/2025
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: Counselors observed in the school aged classroom cots stored in the bathroom and all blankets were stored on top of each other with not separation. Technical assistance provided that cots are not allowed to be stored in a bathroom and blankets should not touch each other. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-06-13. View official inspection document (report 6054f2aa-90af-4b73-af71-772575bcc431)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 176/13/2025
17. (17-02)
The facility's outdoor play area contained litter, nails, glass or other hazards that posed a threat to the health, safety or well-being of the children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: Counselors observed an area near the playground used to dispose leftover repair material. There were nails, water hazardous materials, and other materials not safe for children. Fencing had a gap with nails exposed. Technical Assistance provided that the outdoor play area should be clean and free of hazardous materials. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-06-13. View official inspection document (report 6054f2aa-90af-4b73-af71-772575bcc431)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 126/13/2025
12. (12-02)
An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: Counselors observed in the cafeteria, handwashing sink had black sticky build up on the knobs. The Air Vent in cafeteria was dirty with lots of dust. Near the cafeteria area the green walls had holes and chipped paint. The kitchen had old, dried food on the cabinets. In the VPK room the air vent on the ceiling had water stains and black slimy substance. The one-year-old classroom door had chipped paint. Technical Assistance provided that facility should maintain a clean environment at all times Section 3.1 A 13. Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons CCF Handbook, Section 3.2 CCF Handbook, Section 3.2 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 14. Lighting, Temperature, and Ventilation CCF Handbook, Section 3.3 CCF Handbook, Section 3.3 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 15. Licensed Capacity CCF Handbook , Section 3.4 CCF Handbook , Section 3.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-06-13. View official inspection document (report 6054f2aa-90af-4b73-af71-772575bcc431)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 331/14/2025
33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 CCF Handbook, Section 4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (33-03)
The facility did not have documentation to show child care personnel had begun the introductory training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Comments: Staff in the classroom have not commenced trainings within timeframe. TA given to have trainings commenced within 90 days of employment. Other personnel must to start trainings before enter in the room and be considered as Childcare personnel. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-01-14. View official inspection document (report e022e8c1-c0d0-4450-875e-3e4f3ee5ad5b)
Not corrected
2024
- Medium-High riskStandard 3310/2/2024
33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 CCF Handbook, Section 4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (33-03)
The facility did not have documentation to show child care personnel had begun the introductory training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Comments: Staff have commenced training within timeframe. Training must be commenced within 90 days of employment Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-10-02. View official inspection document (report 11955c4b-caf3-4f64-87a8-2326bebd344f)
Not corrected
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About this daycare
- Location: TAVARES, LAKE County
- Capacity: 165
- Type: Child Care Facility
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