Busy Kids Creative Learning Center

SEBRING, FLChild Care FacilityLicensed

4.3based on state inspection data
Capacity195
HoursMon 7:00AM to 5:30PM; Tue 7:00AM to 5:30PM; Wed 7:00AM to 5:30PM; Thu 7:00AM to 5:30PM; Fri 7:00AM to 5:30PM
Est. price$1,009/mo

Contact information

Address922 Persimmon Ave, Sebring FL, 33870

CitySEBRING, FL 33870

CountyHIGHLANDS

Phone8633860808

Operating details

HoursMon 7:00AM to 5:30PM; Tue 7:00AM to 5:30PM; Wed 7:00AM to 5:30PM; Thu 7:00AM to 5:30PM; Fri 7:00AM to 5:30PM

Capacity195

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 9/12/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High4
  • Medium-High5
  • Medium3
  • Medium-Low2
  • Low0

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922 Persimmon Ave, Sebring FL, 33870, SEBRING, FL 33870

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  1. This facility has staffing or training findings on its state record - ask about background checks, required training completion, and staff turnover
  2. This facility has food-service findings on its state record - ask how meals are prepared and how allergies are handled
  3. Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
  4. This is a large program - ask how children are grouped, how ratios are kept in each room, and how staff cover breaks

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 9/12/2025

  • High2
  • Medium-High4
  • Medium3
  • Medium-Low1
  • Low0

2025

  1. Medium-High riskStandard 329/12/2025

    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 plastic Jeep was observed broken and a picnic table was observed broken on the top.]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B and F Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed a plastic Jeep that had multiple broken areas with sharp edges accessible to the children and a plastic picnic table that was broken on the top. The provider removed the Jeep and the picnic table while the licensing specialist was still present placing the facility back into compliance for this standard. TRAINING Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-09-12. View official inspection document (report 4634b41a-e1d9-4304-b70a-6fe29080d94d)

    Corrected at inspection
  2. Medium riskStandard 339/12/2025

    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 childcare industry. The staff completed training after the 15 months had passed. Technical assistance was given to the provider as a reminder that staff have 1 year (not to exceed 15 months) from industry start date to complete training. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-09-12. View official inspection document (report 4634b41a-e1d9-4304-b70a-6fe29080d94d)

    Corrected at inspection
  3. Medium riskStandard 339/12/2025

    33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 (33-08)

    Documentation of in-service training was not recorded on CF-FSP Form 5268, Child Care In-service Training Record. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.7, B [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed all staff files and determined that the staff listed on the supplemental had completed sufficient training for the 2024 - 2025 fiscal year, but was not documented on the in-service log, form CF-FSP 5268. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff document on the log prior to the due date. Due: 10/11/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-09-12. View official inspection document (report 4634b41a-e1d9-4304-b70a-6fe29080d94d)

    Not corrected
  4. High riskStandard 459/12/2025

    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. Technical assistance was given to the provider to obtain the reports prior to the due date. Lastly, a copy of the spreadsheet for out of state checks was emailed to the provider on today's date for use/reference. Due: 10/11/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-09-12. View official inspection document (report 4634b41a-e1d9-4304-b70a-6fe29080d94d)

    Not corrected
  5. Medium-High riskStandard 334/28/2025

    33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 CCF Handbook, Section 4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) 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 2025-04-28. View official inspection document (report 1eeb1b6b-5c7b-45b4-94e1-70d18594f6c8)

    Not corrected
  6. Medium-High riskStandard 414/28/2025

    41. (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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed the child listed on the supplemental only had an immunization history and was missing form DH Form 680 in their file. Technical assistance was given to the provider to obtain the form from the parent/guardian prior to the due date. Compliance Comments At the time of the inspection, the provider stated there were 123 children enrolled, and children's 37 files I - S were reviewed and found to be in compliance. 42. Student Health and Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Compliance Comments At the time of the inspection, the provider stated there were 123 children enrolled, and children's 37 files I - S were reviewed and found to be in compliance. 43. Enrollment Information CCF Handbook, Section 7.3 & s. 402.3054(2), F.S. CCF Handbook, Section 7.3 & s. 402.3054(2), F.S. (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Compliance Comments At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed all 24 staff files and found to be in compliance. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-04-28. View official inspection document (report 1eeb1b6b-5c7b-45b4-94e1-70d18594f6c8)

    Not corrected
  7. Medium-High riskStandard 411/17/2025

    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 142 children enrolled and 46 children's files A - H were reviewed and found to be in compliance. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-01-17. View official inspection document (report 052343d5-25ca-42a6-936b-8d8beb6eb305)

    Not corrected
  8. Medium-Low riskStandard 431/17/2025

    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 children listed on the supplemental was missing an enrollment date on their enrollment form. Technical assistance was given to the provider to complete prior to the due date. The provider was also encouraged to review all children's files to ensure each file is complete and has an enrollment date. Compliance Comments At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed all 22 staff files and found to be in compliance. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-01-17. View official inspection document (report 052343d5-25ca-42a6-936b-8d8beb6eb305)

    Not corrected

2024

  1. Medium riskStandard 339/19/2024

    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. The staff began employment in the industry on October 11, 2019, and completed training on September 14, 2024, after her hire date. Technical assistance was given to the provider as a reminder that staff who previously started in the industry that are outside the 15 months allowed, must finish training prior to hire. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-09-19. View official inspection document (report 440897d7-c175-4784-b636-05e4976e4bdc)

    Not corrected
  2. High riskStandard 449/19/2024

    44. Personnel Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 (44-04)

    The personnel/ volunteer (ten hours or more per month) record did not include a CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form signed annually. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, C Record Keeping [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed all staff files and determined the staff listed on the supplemental had an expired Child Abuse & Neglect form in their file. The staff signed a new form 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 21 staff files and found to be in compliance. The provider was reminded that the facility now has 5 days to add or delete staff from the roster in the Clearinghouse. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-09-19. View official inspection document (report 440897d7-c175-4784-b636-05e4976e4bdc)

    Not corrected

Safety & Compliance Analysis

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

14Total Violations
0Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

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Estimated monthly cost

$1,009/month

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About this daycare

  • Location: SEBRING, HIGHLANDS County
  • Capacity: 195
  • Type: Child Care Facility

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