Keeping It Real Ministries
LAKELAND, FL·Child Care FacilityLicensed
Contact information
Address1015 Sikes Blvd, Lakeland FL, 33815
CountyPOLK
Phone8636878811
Operating details
HoursMon 3:15PM to 6:00PM; Tue 3:15PM to 6:00PM; Wed 3:15PM to 6:00PM; Thu 3:15PM to 6:00PM; Fri 3:15PM to 6:00PM; Sat 10:00AM to 2:00PM
Capacity225
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 5/21/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High4
- Medium-High7
- Medium11
- Medium-Low3
- Low0
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1015 Sikes Blvd, Lakeland FL, 33815, LAKELAND, FL 33815
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Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 5/21/2026
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- Medium-High5
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- Medium-Low2
- Low0
2026
- Medium riskStandard 285/21/2026
28. Training Requirements SACCF Handbook, Section 4 (28-01)
Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the 40 hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement. SACCF Handbook Section 4.2.1 Comments: At the time of the reinspection, the provider stated the staff listed on the supplemental still has not completed DCF training. The staff completed all courses but has not taken/passed the exams. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff schedule and pass the exams prior to the due date. 29. Credentialed Staff SACCF Handbook, Section 4.7 Not Monitored HEALTH REQUIREMENTS 30. Communicable Disease Control SACCF Handbook, Section 6.1 Not Monitored 31. CPR Requirements SACCF Handbook, Section 4.2.2 Not Monitored 32. First Aid Requirements SACCF Handbook, Section 4.2.2 and 6.2 Not Monitored 33. Emergency Telephone Numbers SACCF Handbook, Section 6.3 Not Monitored Due: 6/20/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-05-21. View official inspection document (report a6f460d4-b11b-4f60-865b-0c6f13ec9840)
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 284/21/2026
28. Training Requirements SACCF Handbook, Section 4 (28-01)
Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the 40 hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement. SACCF Handbook Section 4.2.1 Comments: At the time of the reinspection, the staff listed on the supplemental still has not completed DCF training. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff start complete/pass tests prior to the due date. 29. Credentialed Staff SACCF Handbook, Section 4.7 Not Monitored Due: 5/20/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-21. View official inspection document (report ec932726-8079-4f71-87bf-4d1d26002430)
Not corrected - High riskStandard 053/13/2026
05. Transportation SACCF Handbook, Section 2.5 (05-04)
The facility's transportation log did not include [driver or second sweep signature.]. SACCF Handbook, Section 2.5.2 Comments: At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed transportation logs and observed while during a trip on todays date, the driver and second sweep staff failed to sign the transportation log. (note: the staff did eventually sign). Technical assistance was given to the provider as a reminder that: Prior to transporting children by vehicle, the transportation log must be recorded with each childs name, the date and time of departure and initialed by child care personnel verifying that all children were accounted for and that the log is complete. Upon arrival at the destination by vehicle, the driver of the vehicle must: a. Mark each child off the log as the child departs the vehicle; b. Conduct a physical inspection and visual sweep of the vehicle interior to ensure that no child is left in the vehicle; and c. Record, sign, and date the transportation log immediately, verifying that all children were accounted for, and that the visual sweep was conducted. d. Ensure that a second child care personnel conducts a second visual sweep, signs and dates the transportation log verifying that all children were accounted for, and that the log is complete. Due: 4/12/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-13. View official inspection document (report 47e4b642-68fa-423b-a1dd-12a637f66b7f)
Not corrected - High riskStandard 053/13/2026
05. Transportation SACCF Handbook, Section 2.5 (05-06)
Upon arrival at the destination, the driver of the vehicle and second adult failed to conduct a physical inspection and visual sweep of the vehicle to ensure that no child was left in the vehicle. SACCF Handbook, Section 2.5.2, Fand G Comments: At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed the staff listed on the supplemental arrive at the facility with 2 children. The staff exited the vehicle and took the children inside. The licensing specialist waited 6 minutes, and no additional staff came out to complete a second sweep. Upon entering the facility, the specialist observed the same staff was the only person onsite. Technical assistance was given to the provider to ensure additional staff are onsite with approved transportation training to ensure visual sweeps are being conducted after each trip. A second sweep was eventually completed while the specialist was still onsite. 06. Driver's License, Physician Certification & First Aid/CPR Training SACCF Handbook, Section 2.5.1 and SACCF Handbook, Section 7.4 Noncompliance Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-13. View official inspection document (report 47e4b642-68fa-423b-a1dd-12a637f66b7f)
Corrected at inspection - Medium riskStandard 063/13/2026
06. (06-01)
The facility's driver did not have [An annual physical examination which grants medical approval to drive]. SACCF Handbook, Section 2.5.1 Comments: At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed all staff files and observed the staff listed on the supplemental had an annual physical that expired on 12/31/25 and has still been transporting per transportation logs. Technical assistance was given to the provider to obtain a current drivers physical that includes medical approval to drive prior to the due date and was reminded the staff cannot drive until it has been completed. Compliance Comments At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed the vehicle safety alarm for the vehicles with tag #'s HCT-L82, CM5-2HV, Z75-9RP, 403-OXD and CM3-5MD used to transport children. All alarm mechanisms were in proper working order and in accordance with the alarm requirements. Due: 3/23/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-13. View official inspection document (report 47e4b642-68fa-423b-a1dd-12a637f66b7f)
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 123/13/2026
12. Facility Environment SACCF Handbook, Section 3.1 (12-02)
An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. SACCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A Comments: At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed the following: the vehicle with tag # 403-OXD has a metal strip along the floor that has come loose from the floor with a screw exposed • the vehicle with tag # CM5-2HV has multiple seats with tears/rips/holes • the vehicle with tag # Z75-9RP has one seat in the rear with a large tear • Technical assistance was given to the provider to repair all abovementioned items prior to the due date. Due: 4/12/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-13. View official inspection document (report 47e4b642-68fa-423b-a1dd-12a637f66b7f)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 213/13/2026
21. Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness SACCF Handbook, Section 3.8 (21-05)
The facility did not have documentation of a fire extinguisher being properly maintained to include being serviced and retagged timely, and/or with a current certificate. SACCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, B Comments: At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed the facilitys fire extinguishers located in all but 1 vehicle were last tagged in February 2024. One vehicle (with tag #CM3-5MD) was missing the fire extinguisher. The provider placed a spare one in the vehicle, but it still needs to be tagged. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have all the extinguishers retagged prior to the due date. Due: 4/12/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-13. View official inspection document (report 47e4b642-68fa-423b-a1dd-12a637f66b7f)
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 283/13/2026
28. Training Requirements SACCF Handbook, Section 4 (28-01)
Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the 40 hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement. SACCF 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: 4/12/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-13. View official inspection document (report 47e4b642-68fa-423b-a1dd-12a637f66b7f)
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 283/13/2026
28. Training Requirements SACCF Handbook, Section 4 (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 the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed all staff files and determined that the staff listed on the supplemental started the required DCF 40-hour training after the 90 days of employment/industry start date. The staff began employment in the industry in August 2025 and did not begin training until January 2026. Technical assistance was given to the provider as a reminder that staff must begin training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry. Lastly, training taken prior to employment in the child care industry does not constitute begin training. The begin training timeframes begin at the time of employment in the child care industry. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-13. View official inspection document (report 47e4b642-68fa-423b-a1dd-12a637f66b7f)
Corrected at inspection - High riskStandard 283/13/2026
28. Training Requirements SACCF Handbook, Section 4 (28-09)
The facility did not have documented proof that child care personnel participating in the transportation of children were trained on safe transportation practices prior to participating in transportation of children. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4 Comments: At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed the staff listed on the supplemental has not completed transportation safety training and was observed transporting children by the licensing specialist. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff complete either the Departments Transportation Safety course or the Early Learning Floridas Precautions in Transporting Children course prior to the due date. Due: 4/12/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-13. View official inspection document (report 47e4b642-68fa-423b-a1dd-12a637f66b7f)
Not corrected - High riskStandard 383/13/2026
38. Background Screening Documents SACCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 and Section 5 (38-09)
The facility failed to maintain a current Employee/Contractor Roster for all child care personnel in the Clearinghouse. SACCF Handbook, Section 5.1, K Comments: At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed the facilitys employee/staff roster through the Clearinghouse and observed the staff listed on the supplemental is no longer employed at the facility and never removed from the roster. Technical assistance was given to the provider to update the roster prior to the due date. Due: 4/12/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-13. View official inspection document (report 47e4b642-68fa-423b-a1dd-12a637f66b7f)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 213/13/2026
21. Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness SACCF Handbook, Section 3.8 (21-15)
Emergency preparedness drills were not conducted when children were in care. SACCF Handbook, Section 3.8.5, B Comments: At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed the facilitys fire drill log and observed the facility failed to conduct a lockdown drill during the facilitys previous licensing year. The only emergency drill completed was a weather drill on 6/30/25. Technical assistance was given to the provider as a reminder that 1 lockdown & 1 weather drill must be completed during the facilitys licensing year while children are in care and to complete the drill prior to the due date. Additional time was allotted as the facility is closed next week for spring break. FOOD AND NUTRITION Due: 3/27/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-13. View official inspection document (report 47e4b642-68fa-423b-a1dd-12a637f66b7f)
Not corrected
2024
- Medium-High riskStandard 2812/16/2024
28. Training Requirements SACCF Handbook, Section 4 (28-08)
The facility did not have documented proof that all child care personnel were trained and knowledgeable in the use of fire extinguishers within 30 days of date of hire. SACCF Handbook, Section 4.2.3 Comments: At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist determined that the child care personnel listed on the supplemental did not complete fire extinguisher training within 30 days of employment at the facility. The staff started at the facility on 4/22/2024. TA was provided to ensure that the staff completes fire extinguisher training by the due date. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-12-16. View official inspection document (report 41ded31f-fbfc-4fb1-941b-5cc188c6015d)
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 2812/16/2024
28. Training Requirements SACCF Handbook, Section 4 (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 required training course within 30 days of employment in the industry. The staff started in the industry on 4/22/2024. The staff was supposed to start a course by 7/22/2024. The staff started training course Identifying and Reporting Child Abuse and Neglect at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the staff starts a required training by the due date. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-12-16. View official inspection document (report 41ded31f-fbfc-4fb1-941b-5cc188c6015d)
Not corrected - Medium-Low riskStandard 3710/23/2024
37. Personnel Records SACCF Handbook, Section 7.4 (37-03)
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 inspection, the counselor determined that the child care personnel listed on the supplemental did not have a signed supplemental statement on file for Licensing to review. The provider had the staff sign the statement at time of inspection and place it on file. TA was provided to ensure that the staff has a signed supplemental statement on file. 38. Background Screening Documents SACCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 and Section 5 Not Monitored 39. Daily Attendance SACCF Handbook, Section 7.5 Not Monitored ENFORCEMENT 40. Access/Child Safety SACCF Handbook, Section 8 Not Monitored Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-10-23. View official inspection document (report 8f752a61-b1a0-453f-9592-9df86c706157)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 2810/23/2024
28. Training Requirements SACCF Handbook, Section 4 (28-08)
The facility did not have documented proof that all child care personnel were trained and knowledgeable in the use of fire extinguishers within 30 days of date of hire. SACCF Handbook, Section 4.2.3 Comments: At the time of inspection, the counselor determined that the child care personnel listed on the supplemental did not have documentation of completed fire extinguisher training within 30 days of starting at the facility. The staff started at the facility on 9/16/2024. The provider advised that the staff completed the DCF course Orientation. The counselor advised the staff that the requirement also includes hands on training that must be completed. The provider trained the staff on fire extinguishers at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the staff is trained on fire extinguishers within 30 days of employment. 29. Credentialed Staff SACCF Handbook, Section 4.7 Not Monitored Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-10-23. View official inspection document (report 8f752a61-b1a0-453f-9592-9df86c706157)
Not corrected - Medium-Low riskStandard 3010/23/2024
30. Communicable Disease Control SACCF Handbook, Section 6.1 (30-12)
The facility does not have documentation for all child care personnel on required annual refresher education of the facilitys exposure plan. SACCF Handbook, Section 6 Comments: At the time of inspection, the counselor determined that the child care personnel listed on the supplemental did not complete exposure plan training initially before starting at the facility. The provider trained the staff on exposure plan training at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that staff complete the exposure plan training initially and annually. 31. CPR Requirements SACCF Handbook, Section 4.2.2 Not Monitored 32. First Aid Requirements SACCF Handbook, Section 4.2.2 and 6.2 Not Monitored 33. Emergency Telephone Numbers SACCF Handbook, Section 6.3 Not Monitored 34. Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation SACCF Handbook, Section 6.3 & 6.4 Not Monitored 35. Medication SACCF Handbook, Section 6.5 Not Monitored RECORD KEEPING 36. Enrollment Information SACCF Handbook, Section 7.3 & s. 402.3054(2), F.S. Not Monitored Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-10-23. View official inspection document (report 8f752a61-b1a0-453f-9592-9df86c706157)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 129/16/2024
12. Facility Environment SACCF Handbook, Section 3.1 (12-03)
A health deficiency having a low potential for harm to the children in care was observed. SACCF Handbook, Section 3.1 Comments: At the time of reinspection, the counselor observed the fire extinguishers in the 3 of the 5 vehicles used to transport children in care were placed in crate boxes in the front of the vehicle with a bungee cord securing the fire extinguisher. The counselor advised the provider that the fire extinguisher was not mounted or secured properly that way and reminded the provider that the fire extinguisher is a potential hazard if it is not secured properly in place inside the vehicle. TA was provided to ensure that the fire extinguishers in all the vehicles are mounted or secured properly. 13. Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons SACCF Handbook, Section 3.1 and 3.2 Not Monitored 14. Lighting, Temperature, and Ventilation SACCF Handbook, Section 3.3 Not Monitored 15. Licensed Capacity SACCF Handbook , Section 3.4 Not Monitored 16. Indoor Floor Space SACCF Handbook, Section 3.4.2 Not Monitored 17. Outdoor Play Area/Fencing SACCF Handbook, Section 3.5 Not Monitored 18. Rest Area SACCF Handbook, Section 3.6 Not Monitored 19. Restrooms and Bath Facilities SACCF Handbook, Section 3.7 Not Monitored 20. Operable Phone SACCF Handbook, Section 3.8.1 Not Monitored 21. Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness SACCF Handbook, Section 3.8 Not Monitored FOOD AND NUTRITION 22. Food Preparation Area & Food Storage SACCF Handbook, Section 3.9.1 & 3.9.2 Not Monitored 23. Food Safety SACCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3 Not Monitored 24. Catered Food and Food Provided by Outside Sources SACCF Handbook, Section 7 & Section 3.9.3 Not Monitored SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT 25. Health and Sanitation SACCF Handbook, Section 3.6, 3.9, and 3.10 Not Monitored 26. Indoor Equipment SACCF Handbook, Section 3.11 Not Monitored 27. Outdoor Equipment SACCF Handbook, Section 3.12 Not Monitored TRAINING 28. Training Requirements SACCF Handbook, Section 4 Not Monitored Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-09-16. View official inspection document (report 312f3fb9-79c8-4ce2-aac6-a061780e6396)
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About this daycare
- Location: LAKELAND, POLK County
- Capacity: 225
- Type: Child Care Facility
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