First United Methodist Church Preschool
LAKELAND, FL·Child Care FacilityLicensed
Contact information
Address72 Lake Morton Dr, Lakeland FL, 33801
CountyPOLK
Phone8636839049
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
Capacity147
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 2/24/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High3
- Medium-High11
- Medium6
- Medium-Low3
- Low0
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Location
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72 Lake Morton Dr, Lakeland FL, 33801, LAKELAND, FL 33801
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Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 2/24/2026
- High1
- Medium-High2
- Medium2
- Medium-Low2
- Low0
2026
- Medium-Low riskStandard 442/24/2026
44. Personnel Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 (44-03)
The child care personnel record did not include a signed statement regarding any work in a center that had been subject to negative licensing action or the subject of disciplinary action while employed. s.402.3055(1)(b), F.S. and Section 7.4, A Comments: At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed all staff files and determined the staff listed on the supplemental did not have a Supplement to the Child Care Facility form on file. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff sign prior to the Compliance Comments At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed all 26 staff files and found to be in compliance. Technical assistance was given to the provider to ensure all staff have an Attestation of Good Moral Character form that is dated July 2024 at the bottom of the form to maintain compliance. Due: 3/23/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-02-24. View official inspection document (report 1e19a2c6-44e4-4ad0-96b0-125d9cb96863)
Not corrected
2025
- Medium riskStandard 3010/20/2025
30. Diapering CCF Handbook, Section 3.10 (30-07)
Items unrelated to diaper changing were stored in the diaper changing area or placed on the diaper changing table/surface. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, G Comments: At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed books, stuffed animals, papers and a marker in 2 different classrooms. Technical assistance was provided given to the provider to ensure no unrelated items are placed on the diaper changing areas prior to the Due: 11/19/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-10-20. View official inspection document (report b69bdf16-3d13-4701-a030-690bbed145b5)
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 2810/20/2025
28. Bottles, Breastmilk, Formula and Infant Food CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 (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 Comments: At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed the sippy cups in the VPK classroom that were not labeled with the child's first and last name. Technical assistance was given to the provider as a reminder that all bottles, sippy cups, etc. must be labeled with the child's first and last name. SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT Due: 11/19/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-10-20. View official inspection document (report b69bdf16-3d13-4701-a030-690bbed145b5)
Not corrected - High riskStandard 1310/20/2025
13. Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons CCF Handbook, Section 3.2 (13-02)
The facilitys storage of harmful items including cleaning supplies, flammable products, and poisonous, toxic and hazardous materials allowed access by children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B Comments: At the time of the inspection, multiple classrooms were observed with hazardous items (liquid air freshener, Borax laundry soap, candle in a plastic cup, scissors, staplers, a can of opened mixed nuts, empty plastic bags, batteries and essential oils) that were located in drawers or under counters. Technical assistance was given to the provider to either lock the drawers and cabinets or remove all hazardous items out of the reach of the children prior to the due date. Due: 11/19/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-10-20. View official inspection document (report b69bdf16-3d13-4701-a030-690bbed145b5)
Not corrected - Medium-Low riskStandard 432/27/2025
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 reviewed observed the children listed on the supplemental were missing enrollment dates 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 23 staff files and found to be in compliance. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-02-27. View official inspection document (report 5481d5fd-505f-401c-9c1a-c90f4903d3d9)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 422/27/2025
42. Student Health and Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 (42-02)
The Student Health Examination or equivalent health statement was not acceptable in that: [ It was not current (over two years old)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 Comments: At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed the children listed on the supplemental had expired health records in their file. Technical assistance was given to the provider to obtain a current form from the parent/guardian prior to the due date. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-02-27. View official inspection document (report 5481d5fd-505f-401c-9c1a-c90f4903d3d9)
Not corrected
2024
- Medium-High riskStandard 4110/25/2024
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 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. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-10-25. View official inspection document (report 715d3bca-c030-40bd-a9e8-54ce2ba7d954)
Not corrected
Safety & Compliance Analysis
This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.
(Past 6 Months)
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Estimated monthly cost
$1,009/month
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About this daycare
- Location: LAKELAND, POLK County
- Capacity: 147
- Type: Child Care Facility
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