Eagle’s Nest Early Learning Center Of Avon Park, Inc.

AVON PARK, FLChild Care FacilityLicensed

2.9based on state inspection data
Capacity54
HoursMon 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Tue 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Wed 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Thu 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Fri 6:30AM to 6:00PM
Est. price$973/mo

Contact information

Address199 N Anoka Ave, Avon Park FL, 33825

CityAVON PARK, FL 33825

CountyHIGHLANDS

Phone8632017054

Operating details

HoursMon 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Tue 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Wed 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Thu 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Fri 6:30AM to 6:00PM

Capacity54

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 4/7/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High2
  • Medium-High10
  • Medium10
  • Medium-Low3
  • Low0

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199 N Anoka Ave, Avon Park FL, 33825, AVON PARK, FL 33825

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Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 4/7/2026

  • High2
  • Medium-High8
  • Medium9
  • Medium-Low1
  • Low0

2026

  1. Medium-High riskStandard 424/7/2026

    42. Student Health and Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 (42-01)

    Child(ren) did not have a Student Health Examination/DH (Form 3040), or an equivalent health statement on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2, C Record Keeping [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed the child(ren) listed on the supplemental was missing a health record in their file and had been enrolled more than 30 days. Technical assistance was given to the provider to obtain a current form from the parent/guardian prior to the due date. Compliance Comments At the time of the inspection, the provider stated there were 34 children enrolled, and 15 childrens files D - M including newly enrolled were reviewed and found to be in compliance. Due: 5/6/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-07. View official inspection document (report 50fdae7d-268a-455d-b088-0cef1726b82c)

    Not corrected
  2. Medium-High riskStandard 414/7/2026

    41. Immunization Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 (41-01)

    Child(ren) did not have a Florida Certification of Immunization (DH Form 680) or a Religious Exemption from Immunization (DH Form 681), on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1, B Record Keeping [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed childrens files and determined the child(ren) listed on the supplemental were missing immunization records in their file and had been enrolled more than 30 days. Technical assistance was given to the provider to obtain a current form from the parent/guardian prior to the due date. Due: 5/6/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-07. View official inspection document (report 50fdae7d-268a-455d-b088-0cef1726b82c)

    Not corrected
  3. Medium riskStandard 144/7/2026

    14. Lighting, Temperature, and Ventilation CCF Handbook, Section 3.3 (14-01)

    All rooms did not have sufficient lighting equivalent to 20 foot candles at three feet from the floor. CCF Handbook, Section 3.3.1, A Physical Environment [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, the lighting throughout the facility was checked. The rear 1-year-old classroom had a light fixture out and the lighting measured 18.9-foot candles. The work area measured 100.3-foot candles. Technical assistance was given to the provider to repair/replace the light bulbs/fixtures prior to the due date. The remaining rooms measured: The infant classroom measured between 100.4 -- 129.1-foot candles. • The 2 & 3-year-old classroom measured 134.2-foot candles over the work areas and 45.6-foot candles in the remainder of the room. • The 3-year-old classroom measured 132.2-foot candles over the work areas and 70.6-foot candles in the remainder of the room. • The 4 & 5-year-old classroom measured 53.0-foot candles over the work areas and 52.7-foot candles in the remainder of the room. • Due: 5/6/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-07. View official inspection document (report 50fdae7d-268a-455d-b088-0cef1726b82c)

    Not corrected

2025

  1. High riskStandard 4512/18/2025

    45. Background Screening Documents CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 (45-11)

    Child care personnels Level 2 documentation was incomplete in that [ A copy of out-of-state child abuse and neglect registry search is missing., A copy of out-of-state sexual offender/predator registry search is missing.]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1, D, E, and F Record Keeping [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed all staff files & observed the staff listed on the supplemental had resided outside of the state of Florida within the past 5 years, been employed for more than 45 days and had no documentation that abuse & neglect or sexual offender checks were completed. The provider completed the sexual offender search while the licensing specialist was still present but still needs an abuse & neglect check completed/requested. Technical assistance was given to the provider to obtain the report prior to the due date. Due: 1/17/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-12-18. View official inspection document (report 3868b108-7260-44bc-9383-8dac51c31a08)

    Not corrected
  2. Medium riskStandard 3312/18/2025

    33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 (33-06)

    The facility did not have documentation to show completion of a Department approved five-hour early literacy and language development course for child care personnel within 12 months of date of employment in child care industry and/or the early literacy course documentation was not uploaded in the Florida Pathways/Registry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.2 and 4.5, C Comments: At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed all staff files and observed the staff listed on the supplemental did not complete Early Literacy training within 1 year of their industry start date. The staff completed after the 12-month deadline. Technical assistance was given to the provider as a reminder that staff have 1 year from their industry start date to complete Early Literacy training. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-12-18. View official inspection document (report 3868b108-7260-44bc-9383-8dac51c31a08)

    Corrected at inspection
  3. Medium riskStandard 2112/18/2025

    21. Restrooms and Bath Facilities CCF Handbook, Section 3.7 (21-11)

    The sink and/or toilet was not maintained in good operating condition, clean and/or sanitized or disinfected. CCF Handbook, Section 3.7, I Physical Environment [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed one of the toilets located in the 4-year-old classroom was inoperable and had a piece of the toilet sitting near the toilet seat. Technical assistance was given to the provider to repair/replace the toilet prior to the Due: 1/17/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-12-18. View official inspection document (report 3868b108-7260-44bc-9383-8dac51c31a08)

    Not corrected
  4. Medium-High riskStandard 328/8/2025

    32. (32-04)

    Inspections were not conducted and documented monthly of all supports, above and below the ground, all connectors, and moving parts. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed there was no documentation of the facility completing monthly inspections since June 2024. Technical assistance was given to the provider that these checks must be completed monthly, documented on the physical environment log and available for review by licensing. TRAINING Due: 9/7/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-08-08. View official inspection document (report 09ead08e-179f-486e-909b-ff4e3ea2b4c0)

    Not corrected
  5. Medium riskStandard 124/16/2025

    12. Facility Environment CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 (12-02)

    An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A Physical Environment [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed an area of peeling paint in the 2 & 3-year-old classroom (near the kitchen) and multiple areas of peeling/chipped paint in the VPK classroom that was accessible to the children. Technical assistance was given to the provider to repaint all areas prior to the due date. Lastly, the licensing specialist observed a cracked floor tile under the half door between the front classrooms and the VPK classrooms. The tile was not sharp, but technical assistance was given to the provider to monitor the area and repair/replace as needed. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-04-16. View official inspection document (report 8e3fd62c-a027-40dc-8ca7-ba68c29b4d82)

    Not corrected
  6. Medium riskStandard 124/16/2025

    12. Facility Environment CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 (12-01)

    Areas of the facility were found to be in need of cleaning. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A Physical Environment [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed the main AC vent in the first classroom to the left (3-year-old classroom) and the AC vent in the left rear (VPK classroom) with an excess of lint/dust. Technical assistance was given to the provider to clean the vents prior to the due date. Due: 5/15/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-04-16. View official inspection document (report 8e3fd62c-a027-40dc-8ca7-ba68c29b4d82)

    Not corrected
  7. High riskStandard 452/14/2025

    45. Background Screening Documents CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 (45-07)

    Background screening was not completed: [ after a 90-day break in service.] CCF Handbook, Section 5.2 Record Keeping [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed new staff files & observed the staff listed on the supplemental had a 90-day break in service and was not rescreened prior to employment. Technical assistance was given to the provider to initiate a resubmission through the Clearinghouse prior to the due date. 46. Daily Attendance CCF Handbook, Section 7.5 Not Monitored ENFORCEMENT 47. Access/Child Safety CCF Handbook, Section 8 Not Monitored Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-02-14. View official inspection document (report bff14f69-4837-4f0a-aab3-6c59ad8c245c)

    Not corrected
  8. Medium-High riskStandard 321/15/2025

    32. Outdoor Equipment CCF Handbook, Section 3.12 (32-03)

    The play equipment was not maintained in a safe or sanitary condition for the children to use in that [a blue & white child's rocking chair was observed broken in multiple places.]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B and F Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments: At the time of the reinspection, the licensing specialist observed a blue & white child's rocking chair was observed broken in multiple places. The provider removed the chair while the specialist was present placing the facility back into compliance for this standard. TRAINING 33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 Not Monitored 34. Credentialed Staff CCF Handbook, Section 4.6 & 4.7 Not Monitored HEALTH REQUIREMENTS 35. Communicable Disease Control CCF Handbook, Section 6.1 Not Monitored 36. CPR Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4 Not Monitored 37. First Aid Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4 and 6.2 Not Monitored 38. Emergency Telephone Numbers CCF Handbook, Section 6.3 Not Monitored 39. Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation CCF Handbook, Section 6.3 & 6.4 Not Monitored 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 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-01-15. View official inspection document (report 87f59227-75f0-42e8-8567-3f5e223a2484)

    Not corrected
  9. Medium-High riskStandard 171/15/2025

    17. Outdoor Play Area/Fencing CCF Handbook, Section 3.5 (17-01)

    The facilitys outdoor play area contained litter, nails, glass or other hazards that posed a low potential for harm to children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A Physical Environment [SR] Comments: At the time of the reinspection, the licensing specialist observed several sections of the wooden border on the smaller playground that were rotten and/or missing. Technical assistance was given to the provider to replace all rotten/missing wood sections prior to the due date. 18. Bedding and Linens CCF Handbook, Section 3.6 Not Monitored 19. Nap/Sleep Space Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.2 Not Monitored 20. Crib Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 3.6 Not Monitored 21. Restrooms and Bath Facilities CCF Handbook, Section 3.7 Not Monitored 22. Operable Phone CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.1 Not Monitored 23. Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness CCF Handbook, Section 3.8 Not Monitored FOOD AND NUTRITION 24. Food Preparation Area CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 Not Monitored 25. Meals and Snacks CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 Not Monitored 26. Meal and Snack Menus CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3 & Section 7 Not Monitored 27. Catered Food and Food Provided by Outside Sources CCF Handbook, Section 7 & Section 3.9.3 Not Monitored 28. Bottles, Breastmilk, Formula and Infant Food CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 Not Monitored SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT 29. Health and Sanitation CCF Handbook, Section 3.6, 3.9, and 3.10 Not Monitored 30. Diapering CCF Handbook, Section 3.10 Not Monitored 31. Indoor Equipment CCF Handbook, Section 3.11 Not Monitored Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-01-15. View official inspection document (report 87f59227-75f0-42e8-8567-3f5e223a2484)

    Not corrected

2024

  1. Medium riskStandard 3312/11/2024

    33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 (33-01)

    Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the 40 hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement. CCF Handbook Section 4.2.1 Comments: At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed all staff files and determined that the staff listed on the supplemental did not successfully complete the Departments training within 12 months from the date training began, not to exceed 15 months from the date of employment in the child care industry. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff start complete/pass tests prior to the due date. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-12-11. View official inspection document (report ba92d104-f8eb-42bf-9e78-9956675ebc31)

    Not corrected
  2. Medium riskStandard 1712/11/2024

    17. Outdoor Play Area/Fencing CCF Handbook, Section 3.5 (17-03)

    The facility did not provide shade on the playground. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, C Physical Environment [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed the smaller playground does not have shade. The provider stated the storm destroyed the previous shade covering. Technical assistance was given to the provider to add shade prior to the due date. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-12-11. View official inspection document (report ba92d104-f8eb-42bf-9e78-9956675ebc31)

    Not corrected
  3. Medium-High riskStandard 3212/11/2024

    32. Outdoor Equipment CCF Handbook, Section 3.12 (32-03)

    The play equipment was not maintained in a safe or sanitary condition for the children to use in that [a chair was observed broken, the yellow stationary car had broken wood and the wooden bridge had multiple areas of broken or rotten wood.]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B and F Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed the following: a) a plastic chair on the smaller playground was broken on the bottom in 3 places (provider removed at time of inspection) b) the yellow stationary car had areas of broken wood on the floor section c) the wooden bridge had multiple areas of rotten or broken wood Note: both pieces of equipment (blue and yellow stationary equipment) and the teeter totter need to be sanded and repainted as they both have rust. Technical assistance was given to the provider to repair or remove from the playground prior to the due date. Note: additional time was allotted to align the due dates. Due: 1/10/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-12-11. View official inspection document (report ba92d104-f8eb-42bf-9e78-9956675ebc31)

    Not corrected
  4. Medium-High riskStandard 3212/11/2024

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

    The ground cover or other protective surface under the [yellow and blue stationary equipment] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed the yellow stationary equipment only had 3 inches of mulch and the blue stationary only had 4 inches of mulch. Technical assistance was given to the provider to add more mulch to maintain a minimum of 6 inches in depth prior to the due date. TRAINING Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-12-11. View official inspection document (report ba92d104-f8eb-42bf-9e78-9956675ebc31)

    Not corrected
  5. Medium riskStandard 3312/11/2024

    33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 (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 Comments: At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed all staff files and determined that the staff listed on the supplemental did not start DCF training within 90-days of employment/industry start date. The staff began training after the 90 days had passed. Technical assistance was given to the provider as a reminder that staff have 90 days from their industry start date to begin DCF training. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-12-11. View official inspection document (report ba92d104-f8eb-42bf-9e78-9956675ebc31)

    Not corrected
  6. Medium riskStandard 3312/11/2024

    33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 (33-06)

    The facility did not have documentation to show completion of a Department approved five-hour early literacy and language development course for child care personnel within 12 months of date of employment in child care industry and/or the early literacy course documentation was not uploaded in the Florida Pathways/Registry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.2 and 4.5, C Comments: At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed all staff files and observed the staff listed on the supplemental completed Early Literacy training after the 1-year industry start date. Technical assistance was given to the provider as a reminder that staff have 12 months from the industry start date to complete Early Literacy training. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-12-11. View official inspection document (report ba92d104-f8eb-42bf-9e78-9956675ebc31)

    Not corrected
  7. Medium-High riskStandard 4112/11/2024

    41. Immunization Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 (41-02)

    The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 Record Keeping [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed the child listed on the supplemental had an expired immunization record in their file. Technical assistance was given to the provider to obtain a current form from the parent/guardian prior to the due date. Compliance Comments At the time of the inspection, the provider stated there were 40 children enrolled and 15 children's files K - Z were reviewed and found to be in compliance. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-12-11. View official inspection document (report ba92d104-f8eb-42bf-9e78-9956675ebc31)

    Not corrected
  8. Medium-Low riskStandard 4312/11/2024

    43. Enrollment Information CCF Handbook, Section 7.3 & s. 402.3054(2), F.S. (43-02)

    The facility did not have a fully-completed enrollment form (CF-FSP Form 5219) or equivalent form for the child(ren) in care. CCF Handbook, Section 7.3 Record Keeping [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed the child listed on the supplemental was missing an enrollment date on their enrollment form. The provider entered the dates while the licensing specialist was present placing the facility back into compliance for this standard. Compliance Comments At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed all 12 staff files and found to be in compliance. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-12-11. View official inspection document (report ba92d104-f8eb-42bf-9e78-9956675ebc31)

    Not corrected

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About this daycare

  • Location: AVON PARK, HIGHLANDS County
  • Capacity: 54
  • Type: Child Care Facility

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