Faith Child Development Center

SEBRING, FLChild Care FacilityLicensed

4.5based on state inspection data
Capacity97
HoursMon 7:30AM to 5:30PM; Tue 7:30AM to 5:30PM; Wed 7:30AM to 5:30PM; Thu 7:30AM to 5:30PM; Fri 7:30AM to 5:30PM
Est. price$1,065/mo

Contact information

Address2740 Lakeview Dr, Sebring FL, 33870

CitySEBRING, FL 33870

CountyHIGHLANDS

Phone8633853232

Operating details

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

Capacity97

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 5/26/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High10
  • Medium-High7
  • Medium4
  • Medium-Low4
  • Low0

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2740 Lakeview Dr, Sebring FL, 33870, SEBRING, FL 33870

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  1. This facility has supervision-related findings on its state record - ask specifically how ratios are maintained during transitions, outdoor play, and nap time
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Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 5/26/2026

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  • Medium-High7
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  • Medium-Low4
  • Low0

2026

  1. Medium-High riskStandard 415/26/2026

    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 Comments: At the time of the inspection, the provider stated there were 28 children enrolled, and 10 childrens files T - Z and A - H) by first name) including newly enrolled were reviewed. 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 28 children enrolled, and 10 childrens files T - Z and A - H including newly enrolled were reviewed and found to be in compliance. Due: 6/25/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-05-26. View official inspection document (report fa3bd027-3e24-4002-87e0-27192e8cf53b)

    Not corrected
  2. Medium-Low riskStandard 355/26/2026

    35. Communicable Disease Control CCF Handbook, Section 6.1 (35-12)

    The facility does not have documentation for all child care personnel on required annual refresher education of the facilitys exposure plan. CCF Handbook, Section 6 Comments: At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed all staff files and observed the staff listed on the supplemental had a certificate of training on the facilitys exposure plan that was not dated. (only the staffs name was documented). Technical assistance was given to the provider to complete prior to the due date Due: 6/25/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-05-26. View official inspection document (report fa3bd027-3e24-4002-87e0-27192e8cf53b)

    Not corrected
  3. Medium riskStandard 335/26/2026

    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. Due: 6/25/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-05-26. View official inspection document (report fa3bd027-3e24-4002-87e0-27192e8cf53b)

    Not corrected
  4. High riskStandard 451/29/2026

    45. Background Screening Documents CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 (45-09)

    The facility failed to maintain a current Employee/Contractor Roster for all child care personnel in the Clearinghouse. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, K Comments: At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed the facility's employee/staff roster through the Clearinghouse and observed the staff listed on the supplemental is not listed as active on the facility's roster. Technical assistance was given to the provider to update the roster prior to the due date. Due: 2/28/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-01-29. View official inspection document (report d11636cb-bb0a-42ae-a9ba-c9c6e78c9ba3)

    Not corrected
  5. High riskStandard 451/29/2026

    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 Comments: At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed all 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. Due: 2/8/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-01-29. View official inspection document (report d11636cb-bb0a-42ae-a9ba-c9c6e78c9ba3)

    Not corrected
  6. High riskStandard 451/29/2026

    45. Background Screening Documents CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 (45-01)

    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 Comments: At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed all staff files & observed the staff listed on the supplemental was missing a 5131 form in their file. Technical assistance was given to the provider to complete prior to the due date. Additional technical assistance specific to this standard is notated on the supplemental. Due: 2/28/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-01-29. View official inspection document (report d11636cb-bb0a-42ae-a9ba-c9c6e78c9ba3)

    Not corrected
  7. Medium-Low riskStandard 351/29/2026

    35. Communicable Disease Control CCF Handbook, Section 6.1 (35-12)

    The facility does not have documentation for all child care personnel on required annual refresher education of the facilitys exposure plan. CCF Handbook, Section 6 Comments: At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed all staff files and observed the staff listed on the supplemental had expired training on the facilitys exposure plan. Technical assistance was given to the provider to review with the staff and document the training prior to the due date. Lastly, a conversation occurred with the specialist and the provider regarding exposure plan training. All staff recently updated their CPR/1st aid and as part of that training, an exposure/bloodborne training was included. Provider is aware that staff must also be trained on the facility's exposure plan on date of hire and annually thereafter and to complete the training with the staff on the supplemental prior to the due date. Due: 2/28/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-01-29. View official inspection document (report d11636cb-bb0a-42ae-a9ba-c9c6e78c9ba3)

    Not corrected

2025

  1. Medium-Low riskStandard 3510/3/2025

    35. Communicable Disease Control CCF Handbook, Section 6.1 (35-12)

    The facility does not have documentation for all child care personnel on required annual refresher education of the facilitys exposure plan. CCF Handbook, Section 6 Comments: At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed all staff files and observed the staff listed on the supplemental did not have documentation of annual refresher training on the facilitys exposure plan. Technical assistance was given to the provider to review with the staff and document the training prior to the due date. Due: 11/2/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-10-03. View official inspection document (report 87ead5f2-a563-463a-842a-434e940967e3)

    Not corrected
  2. Medium riskStandard 3310/3/2025

    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. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff complete prior to the due date. Due: 11/2/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-10-03. View official inspection document (report 87ead5f2-a563-463a-842a-434e940967e3)

    Not corrected
  3. Medium riskStandard 3310/3/2025

    33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 (33-07)

    Child care personnel, including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the required in-service training during the states fiscal year beginning July 1 and ending June 30. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.7 Comments: At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed all staff files and observed the staff listed on the supplemental did not have documentation of completing the required 10-hour annual in-service hours for the fiscal year 2024 - 2025. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff complete prior to the due date and log on the in-service form. Lastly, technical assistance was given to the provider that these hours cannot be used towards this years' in-service hours. The provider was reminded the fiscal year begins on July 1st and ends on June 30th. Due: 11/2/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-10-03. View official inspection document (report 87ead5f2-a563-463a-842a-434e940967e3)

    Not corrected
  4. High riskStandard 4410/3/2025

    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 Comments: At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed all staff files and observed the staff listed on the supplemental had an expired Child Abuse & Neglect form in their file. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff sign a new form prior to the due date. The provider was reminded this form must be signed annually on or before the prior year's date. Compliance Comments At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed all 5 staff files and found to be in compliance. Due: 11/2/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-10-03. View official inspection document (report 87ead5f2-a563-463a-842a-434e940967e3)

    Not corrected
  5. High riskStandard 457/2/2025

    45. Background Screening Documents CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 (45-09)

    The facility failed to maintain a current Employee/Contractor Roster for all child care personnel in the Clearinghouse. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, K Comments: At the time of the reinspection, the licensing specialist observed the facility's roster through the Clearinghouse was still not accurate. Technical assistance was given to the provider to update the roster 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 Owner/Director/Staff Responsible Comments At the time of the reinspection, the provider declined to add any comments. ____________________________________________ Inspected by: Dawn Altman Date: 07/02/2025 ____________________________________________ Received by: Nahiomi Medina Date: 07/02/2025 Due: 8/1/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-07-02. View official inspection document (report f8825dc0-8575-4032-8758-01cc5ced4bb5)

    Not corrected
  6. High riskStandard 447/2/2025

    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 Comments: At the time of the reinspection, the staff listed on the supplemental was rehired and had an expired Child Abuse & Neglect form in their file. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff sign a new form prior to the due date. Due: 8/1/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-07-02. View official inspection document (report f8825dc0-8575-4032-8758-01cc5ced4bb5)

    Not corrected
  7. Medium-High riskStandard 237/2/2025

    23. Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness CCF Handbook, Section 3.8 (23-07)

    Fire drills conducted during the licensure year did not include the following [at the request of the licenisng specialist.]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.4, C Comments: At the time of the reinspection, the facility was unable to complete a fire drill at the request of the licensing specialist using the facility's approved by the local fire authority. The director was not onsite during the reinspection and the person in charge stated she still did not know how to activate the alarm system to perform the drill. Technical assistance was given to the provider to at a minimum, train the person in charge in the use of the approved fire system prior to the due date so a fire drill can be completed after the due date with the licensing specialist. 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 32. Outdoor Equipment CCF Handbook, Section 3.12 Not Monitored Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-07-02. View official inspection document (report f8825dc0-8575-4032-8758-01cc5ced4bb5)

    Not corrected
  8. Medium riskStandard 335/29/2025

    33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 [SR] (33-07)

    Child care personnel, including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the required in-service training during the states fiscal year beginning July 1 and ending June Comments: At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed all staff files and observed the staff listed on the supplemental only had 9 hours in-service training documented for the fiscal year 2023 - 2024. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff complete additional in-service training prior to the due date and log on the in-service form. Lastly, technical assistance was given to the provider that these hours cannot be used towards this years' in-service hours. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-05-29. View official inspection document (report 7a5f4a4a-e187-4506-95e2-fdae830664e5)

    Not corrected
  9. High riskStandard 035/29/2025

    03. Ratio Sufficient CCF Handbook, Section 2.3 [SR] (03-01)

    A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [(6) 1 & 2-year-old ] children is required. A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [(7) 1 & 2-year- old] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Comments: At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed the staff listed on the supplemental had (7) 1 & 2-year-old children. The licensing specialist explained to the staff that the classroom was out of ratio and 1 child was moved to another classroom putting the facility back into compliance. Technical assistance was given to the provider as a reminder that infants and 1's must have ratios maintained at all times to remain in compliance. During walkthrough: Staff-Children-Age Group: 1/3/infants 1/7/1 & 2's 2/9/2's 2/8/3 & 4's After correction: Staff-Children-Age Group: 1/3/infants 1/6/1 & 2's 2/10/2 & 3's 2/8/3 & 4's Director was not onsite during the inspection. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-05-29. View official inspection document (report 7a5f4a4a-e187-4506-95e2-fdae830664e5)

    Not corrected
  10. Medium-High riskStandard 125/29/2025

    12. Facility Environment CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 [SR] (12-06)

    A safety deficiency having a low potential for harm to the children in care was observed. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Comments: At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed TVs in 2 separate classrooms (1 & 2-year-old and 2-year-old- classroom) with the power cord hanging that was accessible to the children. Also, in the 3 & 4-year-old classroom the alphabet rug was tattered in 2 areas and one section had the border separated from the rug. Technical assistance was given to the provider to permanently mount the cords to the wall or remove from the classrooms prior to the due date and to remove/replace the rug in the 3 & 4-year-old classroom prior to the due date. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-05-29. View official inspection document (report 7a5f4a4a-e187-4506-95e2-fdae830664e5)

    Not corrected
  11. Medium-High riskStandard 175/29/2025

    17. Outdoor Play Area/Fencing CCF Handbook, Section 3.5 [SR] (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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Comments: At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed an active ant pile near the red tire on the playground. Technical assistance was given to the provider to treat for the ants prior to the due date. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-05-29. View official inspection document (report 7a5f4a4a-e187-4506-95e2-fdae830664e5)

    Not corrected
  12. Medium-High riskStandard 235/29/2025

    23. Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness CCF Handbook, Section 3.8 [SR] (23-06)

    During the facilitys licensure year, fire drills utilizing the approved alarm system were not conducted monthly at various dates and times when children were in care [when requested by the licensing specialist.]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.4, A (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) Comments: At the time of the inspection, the facility was unable to complete a fire drill at the request of the licensing specialist using the facility's approved by the local fire authority. The director was not onsite during the inspection and the person in charge stated she did not know how to activate the alarm system. Technical assistance was given to the provider to train at least 1 staff on how to perform fire drills using the alarm system. Additionally, extra time was allotted to align the due dates. The last fire drill was conducted on 5/21/25 and emergency preparedness drills were conducted on 7/11/24 (weather) and 6/18/24 (lockdown. The fire extinguisher(s) were last tagged in April 2025. FOOD AND NUTRITION Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-05-29. View official inspection document (report 7a5f4a4a-e187-4506-95e2-fdae830664e5)

    Not corrected
  13. Medium-High riskStandard 445/29/2025

    44. Personnel Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 [SR] (44-01)

    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) Comments: At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed all 7 staff files and observed the staff listed on the supplemental did not have a file onsite available for review. The licensing specialist obtained the staff's info and was able to verify the staff had a valid background screening. Technical assistance was given to the provider to create a file and have onsite prior to the due date. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-05-29. View official inspection document (report 7a5f4a4a-e187-4506-95e2-fdae830664e5)

    Not corrected
  14. High riskStandard 455/29/2025

    45. Background Screening Documents CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 [SR] (45-09)

    The facility failed to maintain a current Employee/Contractor Roster for all child care personnel in the Clearinghouse. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, K (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Comments: At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed the facility's employee/staff roster through the Clearinghouse and observed there were 2 staff who were not listed as current and 1 staff who was not removed on the facility's roster. Technical assistance was given to the provider to update the roster prior to the due date. The provider was reminded that the facility has 5 days to add or remove staff from the roster. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-05-29. View official inspection document (report 7a5f4a4a-e187-4506-95e2-fdae830664e5)

    Not corrected
  15. High riskStandard 453/10/2025

    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 Comments: At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed a new staff file & observed the staff 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 Owner/Director/Staff Responsible Comments At the time of the reinspection, the provider declined to add any comments. ____________________________________________ Inspected by: Dawn Altman Date: 03/10/2025 ____________________________________________ Received by: Yvette Calderon Date: 03/10/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-03-10. View official inspection document (report 7d760be4-cc1c-472b-b919-64a20dc892d3)

    Not corrected
  16. High riskStandard 132/3/2025

    13. Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons CCF Handbook, Section 3.2 (13-03)

    Harmful items including cleaning supplies, flammable products, poisonous, toxic, and hazardous materials were accessible to children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B Comments: At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed hand sanitizer on a shelf in the 4 & 5-year-old classroom, Fabuloso cleaner, Windex cleaner and Lysol power clean in the bathroom of the 1-year-old classroom and spray disinfectant spray and hand sanitizer that was accessible to the children. The provider removed the items placing them back into compliance for this standard. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-02-03. View official inspection document (report e000b2bc-82ee-48d8-8deb-fa8ae7a9b549)

    Not corrected
  17. Medium-High riskStandard 472/3/2025

    47. Access/Child Safety CCF Handbook, Section 8 (47-06)

    The owner, operator, employee or substitute failed to grant the licensing authority access to facility records. s. 402.311, F.S. Comments: At the time of the inspection, the facility's director was not onsite. The staff in charge (listed on the supplemental) stated the director would be in around 10am. At 10:35, the director was still not onsite and the person in charge was unable to allow access to the office as it was locked and no one had keys. The director arrived at approximately 10:45am and allowed the licensing specialist onto the office to access the records. Technical assistance was given to the provider that all records must be accessible to licensing during operating hours. If there was an emergency with a child, the staff onsite would be unable to access emergency contacts, etc. The director arrived at approximately 10:45 placing the facility back into compliance for this standard. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-02-03. View official inspection document (report e000b2bc-82ee-48d8-8deb-fa8ae7a9b549)

    Not corrected
  18. Medium-Low riskStandard 432/3/2025

    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 Comments: At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed the child listed on the supplemental was missing an enrollment date on their application/registration form. Technical assistance was given to the provider to complete prior to the due date. Compliance Comments At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed all 5 staff files and found to be in compliance. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-02-03. View official inspection document (report e000b2bc-82ee-48d8-8deb-fa8ae7a9b549)

    Not corrected

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About this daycare

  • Location: SEBRING, HIGHLANDS County
  • Capacity: 97
  • Type: Child Care Facility

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