Early Childhood Kidcare, Inc. At Bartow Academy Kidcare
BARTOW, FL·Child Care FacilityLicensed
Contact information
Address590 S Wilson Ave, Bartow FL, 33830
CityBARTOW, FL 33830
CountyPOLK
Phone8635193828
Operating details
HoursMon 6:00AM to 6:00PM; Tue 6:00AM to 6:00PM; Wed 6:00AM to 6:00PM; Thu 6:00AM to 6:00PM; Fri 6:00AM to 6:00PM
Capacity104
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 3/14/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High2
- Medium-High2
- Medium2
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
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Location
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590 S Wilson Ave, Bartow FL, 33830, BARTOW, FL 33830
Questions to ask on a tour
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- Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
- This is a large program - ask how children are grouped, how ratios are kept in each room, and how staff cover breaks
- Ask about teacher-to-child ratios and how supervision is maintained through the day
- Ask about their illness policy and which symptoms require a child to stay home
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 3/14/2025
- High2
- Medium-High1
- Medium1
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2025
- Medium-High riskStandard 213/14/2025
21. (21-12)
Child care personnel failed to possess a current attendance record and parent contact information during a fire drill, emergency preparedness drill or an actual emergency. SACCF Handbook Section 3.8.4, C and 3.8.5, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed during a fire drill conducted, the staff did not possess current attendance roster nor emergency contacts for all children enrolled. The specialist advised that they would redo the fire drill and asked staff to grab the attendance and emergency contacts. The staff did complete the second fire drill with the current records in possession at time of inspection. TS was offered to encourage the staff to complete attendance utilizing face to name recognition to account for all children. TA was provided to ensure that during fire drills and emergency situations the provider possess contacts and current attendance. FOOD AND NUTRITION 22. Food Preparation Area & Food Storage SACCF Handbook, Section 3.9.1 & 3.9.2 SACCF Handbook, Section 3.9.1 & 3.9.2 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 23. Food Safety SACCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3 SACCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-03-14. View official inspection document (report f007f3dd-2009-4472-80a5-bd1f5007de86)
Not corrected - High riskStandard 253/14/2025
25. (25-15)
Hand hygiene procedures, including situations or times, were not posted in food preparation, diapering, and toileting areas. SACCF Handbook, Section 3.10.1, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the girls restroom used by children in care with hand washing procedures that only included when to wash hands and not how. The provider posted hand washing procedures to include both how and when to wash hands at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that hand washing procedures are posted near areas where toileting, diapering or food preparation take place. 26. Indoor Equipment SACCF Handbook, Section 3.11 SACCF Handbook, Section 3.11 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 27. Outdoor Equipment SACCF Handbook, Section 3.12 SACCF Handbook, Section 3.12 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance TRAINING 28. Training Requirements SACCF Handbook, Section 4 SACCF Handbook, Section 4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Noncompliance Due: 4/11/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-03-14. View official inspection document (report f007f3dd-2009-4472-80a5-bd1f5007de86)
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 283/14/2025
28. (28-03)
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. SACCF Handbook, Section 4.1 Comments: At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist determined that the child care personnel listed on the supplemental did not start a training course within 90 days of starting at the facility. The staff started on 9/24/2024. The staff left the industry on 12/3/2024 and the staff returned to the facility on 1/21/2025. TA was provided to ensure that the staff starts a required training course from introductory training by the due date. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-03-14. View official inspection document (report f007f3dd-2009-4472-80a5-bd1f5007de86)
Not corrected - High riskStandard 373/14/2025
37. (37-04)
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. SACCF Handbook, Section 7.4, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist determined that the child care personnel listed on the supplemental did sign the Child Abuse and Neglect form annually. The staff last signed on 1/12/2024. TA was provided to ensure that the staff has a signed CAAN by the due date on file for Licensing to review. Specialist reviewed 8 staff files. TS was provided to ensure that all staff, owners and designated representatives have files on site for Licensing to review. 38. Background Screening Documents SACCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 and Section 5 SACCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 and Section 5 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 39. Daily Attendance SACCF Handbook, Section 7.5 SACCF Handbook, Section 7.5 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance ENFORCEMENT 40. Access/Child Safety SACCF Handbook, Section 8 SACCF Handbook, Section 8 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance SCHOOL READINESS Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-03-14. View official inspection document (report f007f3dd-2009-4472-80a5-bd1f5007de86)
Not corrected
Safety & Compliance Analysis
This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.
(Past 6 Months)
Parent Recommendations
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Estimated monthly cost
$922/month
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Typical prices in Florida run about $904/month for infant care at a center (federal median) — see daycare costs in Florida by age group.
About this daycare
- Location: BARTOW, POLK County
- Capacity: 104
- Type: Child Care Facility
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