A Blessed Child II
LAKE WALES, FL·Child Care FacilityLicensed
Contact information
Address245 E Bullard Ave, Lake Wales FL, 33853
CountyPOLK
Phone8632238174
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
Capacity43
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 3/13/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High5
- Medium-High14
- Medium3
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
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245 E Bullard Ave, Lake Wales FL, 33853, LAKE WALES, FL 33853
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Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 3/13/2026
- High5
- Medium-High12
- Medium0
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2026
- Medium-High riskStandard 123/13/2026
12. (12-02)
An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. SACCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the parts of the facilitys laminate flooring is peeling and/or missing. Technical assistance was provided that all school-age program facilities must be clean, in good repair, and free from health and safety hazards and vermin. Due: 4/12/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-13. View official inspection document (report 83e85787-1931-4925-ae3e-da93a5b9f392)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 393/13/2026
39. (39-07)
The attendance roster did not accompany the group of children in that [it did not reflect the children present]. SACCF 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 (2-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 Provider completed the attendance roster. • ENFORCEMENT 40. Access/Child Safety SACCF Handbook, Section 8 SACCF Handbook, Section 8 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance SCHOOL READINESS Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-13. View official inspection document (report 83e85787-1931-4925-ae3e-da93a5b9f392)
Corrected at inspection - Medium-High riskStandard 393/13/2026
39. (39-01)
There were no daily attendance records or they were unavailable for review by the licensing authority. SACCF Handbook, Section 7, B.4 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist was advised by the Designated Representative that the attendances (sign-in and sign-out logs) for December 2025 to February 2026 are housed at the facilitys sister facility (A Blessed Child Pre-School Day Care, Inc C10PO0224). Technical assistance was provided that records shall be on-site, available for review by the licensing authority. Due: 4/12/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-13. View official inspection document (report 83e85787-1931-4925-ae3e-da93a5b9f392)
Not corrected - High riskStandard 313/13/2026
31. (31-01)
The facility did not have at least one child care personnel with current and valid pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation certification present during all hours of operation. SACCF Handbook, Section 4.2.2, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the Child Care Personnel did not have current and valid pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certification. Technical assistance was provided that each school-age child care program must have at least one child care personnel with a current and valid certificate(s) of course completion for first aid training and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) procedures. The CPR the Child Care Personnel possessed was on-line based training. Provider was encouraged to review the Child Care Facility Handbook for guidance. • 32. First Aid Requirements SACCF Handbook, Section 4.2.2 and 6.2 SACCF Handbook, Section 4.2.2 and 6.2 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 33. Emergency Telephone Numbers SACCF Handbook, Section 6.3 SACCF Handbook, Section 6.3 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 34. Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation SACCF Handbook, Section 6.3 & 6.4 SACCF Handbook, Section 6.3 & 6.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Not Applicable Comments At the time of inspection, Provider stated they do not dispense medication to children, including diaper rash cream, sunscreen, insect repellant or any life- sustaining medications such as inhalers, epi pens, etc. • Due: 4/12/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-13. View official inspection document (report 83e85787-1931-4925-ae3e-da93a5b9f392)
Not corrected - High riskStandard 293/13/2026
29. Credentialed Staff SACCF Handbook, Section 4.7 SACCF Handbook, Section 4.7 (29-01)
The director responsible for the daily operation of the program did not have an active Director Credential. SACCF Handbook, Section 4.7 Comments: At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the name Director credential expired on 2/12/26. The facility does not have an active director. Technical assistance was provided that per Section 402.305(2)(f), F.S., requires a child care facility to have a credentialed director. HEALTH REQUIREMENTS 30. Communicable Disease Control SACCF Handbook, Section 6.1 SACCF Handbook, Section 6.1 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 31. CPR Requirements SACCF Handbook, Section 4.2.2 SACCF Handbook, Section 4.2.2 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Noncompliance Due: 8/13/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-13. View official inspection document (report 83e85787-1931-4925-ae3e-da93a5b9f392)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 263/13/2026
26. (26-03)
Toys, equipment and/or furnishings were not safe in that [the items shows signs of wear]. SACCF Handbook, Section 3.11 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, Licensing Speicalist observed the facility tables taped together with gray duct tape. Also, the high heels shoes used in dramatic play fell apart and had holes. Also, the pool table fabric was separating from the table. Technical assistance was provided that equipment, materials, furnishings and play areas should be sturdy, safe and in good repair. 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) Compliance Due: 4/12/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-13. View official inspection document (report 83e85787-1931-4925-ae3e-da93a5b9f392)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 233/13/2026
23. (23-21)
The facility's menu was not [ was not posted at the beginning of each week in an easily seen place, was not written]. SACCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, G (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that facilitys menu dated 12/15/25 to 12/19/25. Technical assistance was provided that meal and snack menus must be planned, written, dated, and posted at the beginning of each week in an easily seen place accessible to parents. Not Applicable Comments At the time of inspection, Provider stated that all children receive a meal from the child care facility and do not order food from any outside source including pizza. • 24. Catered Food and Food Provided by Outside Sources SACCF Handbook, Section 7 & Section 3.9.3 SACCF Handbook, Section 7 & Section 3.9.3 Not Applicable SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT 25. Health and Sanitation SACCF Handbook, Section 3.6, 3.9, and 3.10 SACCF Handbook, Section 3.6, 3.9, and 3.10 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 26. Indoor Equipment SACCF Handbook, Section 3.11 SACCF Handbook, Section 3.11 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Noncompliance Due: 4/12/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-13. View official inspection document (report 83e85787-1931-4925-ae3e-da93a5b9f392)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 213/13/2026
21. (21-01)
The facility did not have documented proof of an annual fire inspection by the local fire authority. SACCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the facility failed to have the fire inspection conducted annually. Last year the facility fire inspection was conducted on 1/15/25 and this year fire inspection was conducted on 3/3/26. Technical assistance was provided that a copy of the current and approved annual fire inspection report by a certified fire inspector must be on file with the licensing authority. This standard was brought back into compliance when the fire inspection was completed. • Fire drills were conducted on 5/25/25, 6/24/25, 7/22/25, 8/27/25, 9/21/25, 10/21/25, 11/19/25, 12/30/25, 1/14/26, and 2/13/26. • 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 drill conducted 8/6/25/25 (inclement weather). • Fire extinguisher serviced September 2025. • Fire inspection completed 3/3/26. • 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) Noncompliance Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-13. View official inspection document (report 83e85787-1931-4925-ae3e-da93a5b9f392)
Corrected at inspection - Medium-High riskStandard 173/13/2026
17. (17-03)
The facility did not provide shade on the playground. SACCF Handbook, Section 3.5, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the outdoor play area without shade. Technical assistance was provided that the outdoor play area must have a shaded area for children. Due: 4/12/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-13. View official inspection document (report 83e85787-1931-4925-ae3e-da93a5b9f392)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 173/13/2026
17. (17-01)
The facilitys outdoor play area contained litter, nails, glass or other hazards that posed a low potential for harm to children. SACCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed strap wood on the playground accessible to the children in care. Provider recently completed some woodwork on the ramp leading outside and left the leftover wooden on the playground. Technical assistance was provided that the outdoor play area must be clean and free from litter, nails, glass and other hazards. Due: 4/12/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-13. View official inspection document (report 83e85787-1931-4925-ae3e-da93a5b9f392)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 123/13/2026
12. (12-06)
A safety deficiency having a low potential for harm to the children in care was observed. SACCF Handbook, Section 3.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the transportation van used to transport children in care with the fire extinguishers in the van placed between the driver seat and front passenger seat that was not secured onto anything. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that the fire extinguishers are secured in the vehicles by the due date 13. Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons SACCF Handbook, Section 3.1 and 3.2 SACCF Handbook, Section 3.1 and 3.2 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Compliance Comments At the time of the inspection, the lighting throughout the facility was checked: Room (capacity 43) measured between 31.9 to 50.0 candle foot. • 14. Lighting, Temperature, and Ventilation SACCF Handbook, Section 3.3 SACCF Handbook, Section 3.3 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 15. Licensed Capacity SACCF Handbook , Section 3.4 SACCF Handbook , Section 3.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 16. Indoor Floor Space SACCF Handbook, Section 3.4.2 SACCF Handbook, Section 3.4.2 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 17. Outdoor Play Area/Fencing SACCF Handbook, Section 3.5 SACCF Handbook, Section 3.5 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Noncompliance Due: 4/12/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-13. View official inspection document (report 83e85787-1931-4925-ae3e-da93a5b9f392)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 123/13/2026
12. (12-01)
Areas of the facility were found to be in need of cleaning. SACCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the facilitys vent covered with dust. Also, the floor appeared not swept properly under the table and in corners were dust, dirt, and debris. Technical assistance was provided that all school-age program facilities must be clean, in good repair, and free from health and safety hazards and vermin. Due: 4/12/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-13. View official inspection document (report 83e85787-1931-4925-ae3e-da93a5b9f392)
Not corrected - High riskStandard 053/13/2026
05. Transportation SACCF Handbook, Section 2.5 SACCF Handbook, Section 2.5 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (05-04)
The facility's transportation log did not include [driver signature]. SACCF Handbook, Section 2.5.2 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the facility failed to document the signature of the driver who verified all children exited the vehicle. Technical assistance was provided that a log must be maintained for all children being transported in a vehicle or on foot away from and/or to the premises of the child care facility. And to ensure the form is documented completely. This standard was brought back into compliance. • 06. Driver's License, Physician Certification & First Aid/CPR Training SACCF Handbook, Section 2.5.1 and SACCF Handbook, Section 7.4 SACCF Handbook, Section 2.5.1 and SACCF Handbook, (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-13. View official inspection document (report 83e85787-1931-4925-ae3e-da93a5b9f392)
Corrected at inspection
2025
- High riskStandard 3812/17/2025
38. Background Screening Documents SACCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 and Section 5 (38-06)
The Child Care Attestation of Good Moral Character was not completed at the time of initial screening or upon change in employers. SACCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1, B Record Keeping [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed all staff files & observed the staff listed on the supplemental did not have an Attestation of Good Moral Character form in their file. The staff completed the form while the licensing specialist was present putting them back into compliance for this standard. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-12-17. View official inspection document (report a539b51a-7002-4c97-97ff-de08b1600b3c)
Corrected at inspection - High riskStandard 3712/17/2025
37. Personnel Records SACCF Handbook, Section 7.4 (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 Record Keeping [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed all 4 staff files and determined the staff listed on the supplemental was missing a 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 2025-12-17. View official inspection document (report a539b51a-7002-4c97-97ff-de08b1600b3c)
Corrected at inspection - Medium-High riskStandard 2712/17/2025
27. Outdoor Equipment SACCF Handbook, Section 3.12 (27-04)
Inspections were not conducted and documented monthly of all supports, above and below the ground, all connectors, and moving parts. SACCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed the facility's physical environment log and observed the facility failed to complete inspections during the months of September, October and November 2025. Technical assistance was given to the provider that these checks must be completed monthly, documented on the physical environment log, retained for 12 months and available for review by licensing. Due: 1/16/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-12-17. View official inspection document (report a539b51a-7002-4c97-97ff-de08b1600b3c)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 338/19/2025
33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 CCF Handbook, Section 4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (33-16)
All child care personnel who completed DCF training did not complete additional DEL-approved health and safety training by required date. (Section 3.2.A.1. and 3.2.C Training Requirements, Page 7) [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed the staff files and the staff that is listed in the supplemental did not complete the additional SR training by June 30, 2024. TA was provided that the staff will need to complete the training by the due date. Due: 9/18/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-08-19. View official inspection document (report 7fb79779-b5ca-4aef-a433-6d70734065b7)
Not corrected
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(Past 6 Months)
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$1,121/month
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About this daycare
- Location: LAKE WALES, POLK County
- Capacity: 43
- Type: Child Care Facility
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