Bartow Wee Care Inc
BARTOW, FL·Child Care FacilityLicensed
Contact information
Address1570 S Gordon Ave, Bartow FL, 33830
CityBARTOW, FL 33830
CountyPOLK
Phone8635337221
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
Capacity125
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 2/20/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High3
- Medium-High5
- Medium3
- Medium-Low1
- Low0
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1570 S Gordon Ave, Bartow FL, 33830, BARTOW, FL 33830
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- This facility has supervision-related findings on its state record - ask specifically how ratios are maintained during transitions, outdoor play, and nap time
- Ask what changed after their most recent supervision citation and how compliance is monitored now
- 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
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 2/20/2026
- High3
- Medium-High5
- Medium2
- Medium-Low1
- Low0
2026
- Medium-High riskStandard 232/20/2026
23. (23-12)
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. CCF Handbook Section 3.8.4, C and 3.8.5, A (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the facility conducting a fire drill. During the fire drill, the Child Care Personnel had the current attendance record, but failed to utilize the attendance to account for all children. Child Care Personnel were observed only counting children. Technical assistance was provided that current attendance record must accompany Child Care Personnel out of the building during a drill or actual evacuation and be used to account for all children. This standard was brought back into compliance when Licensing Specialist requested the Child Care Personnel to utilize the attendance roster for children verification.Fire drills were conducted on 4/29/25, 5/27/25, 6/16/25, 7/10/25, 8/14/25, 9/10/25, 10/30/25, 11/21/25, 12/30/25, 1/30/26, and 2/11/26.A fire drill was conducted today in the presence of the licensing authority using the approved fire alarm system which made an audible sound.Emergency preparedness drills conducted 5/7/25 (inclement weather), 7/31/25 (lock down), 8/29/25 (lock down), 9/2/25 (inclement weather), 10/16/25 (lock down), 11/24/25 (lock down), 1/8/26 (lock down) and 2/13/26 (inclement weather).Fire extinguisher serviced November 2025.Fire inspection conducted on 2/4/26. FOOD AND NUTRITION 24. Food Preparation Area CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-02-20. View official inspection document (report 9fe9b9a7-a5ab-4a6a-96da-ac51bc5f92cb)
Corrected at inspection - Medium-High riskStandard 282/20/2026
28. (28-04)
Formula and/or food brought from home was not labeled with the childs first and last name. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.6, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed breastmilk in the refrigerator and freezer in the infant classroom were not labeled with childs first and last name. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all breast milk, food, and formula are labeled with childs first and last name.This standard was brought back into compliance when the first name was added to the breastmilk package. SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT 29. Health and Sanitation CCF Handbook, Section 3.6, 3.9, and 3.10 CCF Handbook, Section 3.6, 3.9, and 3.10 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-02-20. View official inspection document (report 9fe9b9a7-a5ab-4a6a-96da-ac51bc5f92cb)
Corrected at inspection - Medium-High riskStandard 462/20/2026
46. Daily Attendance CCF Handbook, Section 7.5 CCF Handbook, Section 7.5 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (46-07)
The attendance roster did not accompany the group of children in that [roster was not current].CCF Handbook, Section 7.5, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed classrooms (infant and 1-year-old) without a current roster. The attendance roster for the children was not current and did not represent the number of children inside the classroom. The children were moved into on classroom as the numbers when down but was not accounted for. Technical assistance was provided that each classroom must have an attendance sheet/class roster for the group of children occupying that space. Attendance sheet/class roster must accompany the child care personnel and the group of children throughout the day should they leave the classroom. This standard was brought back into compliance when the roster was updated. ENFORCEMENT Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-02-20. View official inspection document (report 9fe9b9a7-a5ab-4a6a-96da-ac51bc5f92cb)
Corrected at inspection
2025
- Medium-Low riskStandard 4611/19/2025
46. Daily Attendance CCF Handbook, Section 7.5 (46-02)
Attendance records did not include the time of each childs arrival and departure. CCF Handbook, Section 7.5 Record Keeping [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, the specialist observed that the two year old teacher had not completed the attendance with children already present in the classroom. The specialist gave TA as to the importance of marking each child present at the moment they are to be supervised by the staff. The staff completed the attendance while the specialist was in the classroom. This returns the facility to compliance for this standard. ENFORCEMENT Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-11-19. View official inspection document (report f13a693d-8382-4573-b82c-b4807e8979cd)
Corrected at inspection - High riskStandard 447/9/2025
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 Record Keeping [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed all 20 staff files and determined the staff listed on the supplemental had an expired Child Abuse & Neglect form in their file. The staff signed one while the licensing specialist was present placing the facility back into compliance for this standard. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-07-09. View official inspection document (report c7c55411-15e1-4b2f-917a-00083bc0611b)
Corrected at inspection - Medium-High riskStandard 313/19/2025
31. Indoor Equipment CCF Handbook, Section 3.11 CCF Handbook, Section 3.11 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (31-05)
Toys, equipment and/or furnishings were not maintained in a sanitary condition and not cleaned and sanitized or disinfected following exposure to bodily fluids. CCF Handbook, Section 3.11, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed water table activities and small toys in a toy bin stored under the sink in the childrens restroom in the three year old classroom. The provider had the staff immediately remove the indoor toys from the restroom, sanitize them and store the toys in the classroom. TA was provided to ensure that toys are maintained in a sanitary manner. 32. Outdoor Equipment CCF Handbook, Section 3.12 CCF Handbook, Section 3.12 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance TRAINING Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-03-19. View official inspection document (report 48e574b4-44a9-496c-84bd-2fcb5dbc4736)
Not corrected
2024
- High riskStandard 0411/21/2024
04. Supervision CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 (04-16)
Children were left unattended while being diapered or when changing clothes and/or a safety strap or harness was used on the diaper changing table/surface. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, F General Requirements [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed an infant being diaper changed by a staff in the infant classroom that was strapped down with a safety harness attached to the diapering station. The specialist advised the provider and staff that the safety harness can not be used in the child care setting. The staff immediately took the safety strap off at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the safety strap harness is never used while being diapered or changing clothes. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-11-21. View official inspection document (report 7e23d02e-49a7-4a54-941f-2d9777e55460)
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 1211/21/2024
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 inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the air conditioning vents and ceiling fans throughout the facility with dust build up and needing to be cleaned. The provider had staff clean the vents throughout the facility once VPK classroom closed and while children were outside on the playground. TA was provided to ensure that the areas of the facility are cleaned by the due date. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-11-21. View official inspection document (report 7e23d02e-49a7-4a54-941f-2d9777e55460)
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 1811/21/2024
18. Bedding and Linens CCF Handbook, Section 3.6 (18-06)
The floor mats available for children in care were not covered with an impermeable surface. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1, D Physical Environment [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed several childrens sleeping mat torn with tears causing the mats to not be impermeable. The provider immediately switched the childrens mats out at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the childrens mats are impermeable at all times. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-11-21. View official inspection document (report 7e23d02e-49a7-4a54-941f-2d9777e55460)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 3511/21/2024
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 Health Requirements [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist determined that the new child care personnel staff listed on the supplemental did not complete and document exposure plan training prior to starting at the facility. TA was provided to ensure that the staff completes and document training completed by the due date. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-11-21. View official inspection document (report 7e23d02e-49a7-4a54-941f-2d9777e55460)
Not corrected - High riskStandard 4411/21/2024
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 inspection, the Licensing specialist determined that the child care personnel listed on the supplemental failed to signed the Child Abuse and Neglect form annually. The staff last signed the form on 10/2/2023. The provider had all staff to sign a current form on todays date at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the child care personnel and volunteers sign the Child Abuse and Neglect form annually. Specialist reviewed all 22 staff files. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-11-21. View official inspection document (report 7e23d02e-49a7-4a54-941f-2d9777e55460)
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
$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: 125
- Type: Child Care Facility
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