Children's Day Academy
WINTER HAVEN, FL·Child Care FacilityLicensed
Contact information
Address515 Avenue I NW, Winter Haven FL, 33881
CountyPOLK
Phone8632928200
Operating details
HoursMon 6:00AM to 11:00PM; Tue 6:00AM to 11:00PM; Wed 6:00AM to 11:00PM; Thu 6:00AM to 11:00PM; Fri 6:00AM to 11:00PM
Capacity35
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 5/6/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High10
- Medium-High11
- Medium3
- Medium-Low1
- Low0
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515 Avenue I NW, Winter Haven FL, 33881, WINTER HAVEN, FL 33881
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Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 5/6/2026
- High2
- Medium-High8
- Medium1
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2026
- High riskStandard 445/6/2026
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 observed the Child Abuse and Neglect form for the child care personnel listed on the supplemental not completed annually. The staff previously signed the form on 1/6/2025 and the staff last signed the form on 2/10/2026. TA was provided to ensure that the Child Abuse and Neglect form is signed annually and placed on file for Licensing to review. Specialist reviewed all 8 staff files. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-05-06. View official inspection document (report c96b71f3-9e3e-4382-b920-9bec901a8e57)
Corrected at inspection - Medium-High riskStandard 425/6/2026
42. Student Health and Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 (42-01)
Child(ren) did not have a Student Health Examination/DH (Form 3040), or an equivalent health statement on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2, C Record Keeping [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the childs medical physical page 1 of 2 that was completed with the parents signature and medical information for the child listed on the supplemental. The second page with the doctors signature and page was not on file. The specialist advised the provider that the entire form, Form 3040 with doctors signature is needed for compliance. TA was provided to ensure that the child has a current medical physical by the due date. Compliance Comments Specialist reviewed 8 childrens files of the 22 children enrolled at the facility. Due: 6/5/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-05-06. View official inspection document (report c96b71f3-9e3e-4382-b920-9bec901a8e57)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 305/6/2026
30. Diapering CCF Handbook, Section 3.10 (30-10)
Soiled disposable diapers were not disposed of in a plastic-lined, securely covered container. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, J Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the trash can used to dispose of diapers in the mixed classroom of one and two year old children without a covered lid. The specialist advised the provider that the trash can used to dispose of diapers must be covered. The provider immediately switched the trash can out with another can stored at the facility that had a cover at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the trash can used for disposing diapers has a plastic lined bag and is covered. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-05-06. View official inspection document (report c96b71f3-9e3e-4382-b920-9bec901a8e57)
Corrected at inspection - Medium riskStandard 195/6/2026
19. Nap/Sleep Space Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.2 (19-02)
A minimum distance of 18'' was not maintained between each napping/sleeping space. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.2, C Physical Environment [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed children sleeping during nap time in the mixed age classroom of three and four year old children not spaced at least 18 inches apart from one another. The specialist observed the four children to the right side of the classroom near the tv too close. The specialist reminded the provider that the children must be spaced at least 18 inches apart while napping. The staff immediately moved children further apart to ensure they were spaced 18 inches apart during time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the children in care are spaced 18 inches apart while napping. Not Applicable Comments At the time of inspection, the provider advised that they do not care for infants, no cribs were observed; therefore this standard is not applicable. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-05-06. View official inspection document (report c96b71f3-9e3e-4382-b920-9bec901a8e57)
Corrected at inspection
2025
- Medium-High riskStandard 2412/1/2025
24. (24-21)
Open packages of perishable or leftover foods were not [ properly covered or sealed]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed an open clear bag of sausage patties and corndogs inside the white chest freezer in the storage room. The bag was torn and/or open to the elements. Technical assistance was provided that opened packages of perishable or leftover food items must be properly covered or sealed in containers or bags, labeled with the date, and properly stored and discarded within seven calendar days. This standard was brought back into compliance when provided bagged up the properly package up the food items. • Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-12-01. View official inspection document (report 4d275d53-9edd-42a1-a764-21252644d826)
Corrected at inspection - Medium-High riskStandard 1712/1/2025
17. (17-01)
The facilitys outdoor play area contained litter, nails, glass or other hazards that posed a low potential for harm to children. CCF 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 water hose on the playground. The water hose causes a potential safety hazard. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that the hazards are off the playground. This standard was brought back into compliance when Provider removed the water hose from the playground. • Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-12-01. View official inspection document (report 4d275d53-9edd-42a1-a764-21252644d826)
Corrected at inspection - Medium-High riskStandard 178/28/2025
17. Outdoor Play Area/Fencing CCF Handbook, Section 3.5 (17-01)
The facilitys outdoor play area contained litter, nails, glass or other hazards that posed a low potential for harm to children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A Physical Environment [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed metal stakes on the playground. The metal stakes cause a potential safety hazard. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that the hazards are off the playground. This standard was brought back into compliance when Provider removed the metal stakes from the playground. • Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-08-28. View official inspection document (report bcaa4b13-d88e-418e-b5b1-39fd8a023bf0)
Corrected at inspection - Medium-High riskStandard 128/28/2025
12. Facility Environment CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 (12-19)
Indoor and outdoor play areas were not inspected daily for basic health and safety and/or any problems were not corrected before the play area is used by children and/or daily inspection logs were not maintained for 12 months. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A Physical Environment [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, the facility failed to complete the facilitys daily indoor and outdoor checklist inspection. The provider was reminded that indoor and outdoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety and documented on a daily inspection log and any problems must be corrected before the play area is used by children. The facility was clean, however, some trash can were not emptied at the closed of the previous day. • Due: 9/27/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-08-28. View official inspection document (report bcaa4b13-d88e-418e-b5b1-39fd8a023bf0)
Not corrected - High riskStandard 334/4/2025
33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 CCF Handbook, Section 4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (33-13)
Child care personnel did not complete preservice training requirements prior to unsupervised contact with or care of children or, if supervised, within 90 days of beginning employment or service with the provider. (Section 3.1 and 3.2 Training Requirements, Page 7) [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental did not complete required School Readiness preservice training prior to being left alone unsupervised with children. The Child Care Personnel was observed inside a classroom alone. Technical assistance was provided that school readiness preservice training is complete within 90 days of employment or prior to unsupervised contact with children in care. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-04-04. View official inspection document (report 470af198-0ba5-4118-a6ce-ce5b1218d783)
Not corrected
2024
- Medium-High riskStandard 2512/2/2024
25. Meals and Snacks CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (25-14)
The facility did not share with child care personnel or post in an easily accessible location, special food restrictions for a child. CCF 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 childrens allergy and special food restrictions records posted in every classroom visible to parents and other non-Child Care Personnel. Technical assistance was provided previously on 9/4/24 to ensure special food restrictions are shared with child care personnel posted in an easily seen location that is not readily visible by parents or non-Child Care Personnel and followed. Place a cover sheet over the list labeled Allergy. This standard was brought back into compliance when provider placed a covering over the posted allergy list. • 26. Meal and Snack Menus CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3 & Section 7 CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3 & Section 7 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-12-02. View official inspection document (report 7edc3d8e-097b-4a80-b567-8359ddc3a18a)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 0612/2/2024
06. (06-01)
The facility's driver did not have [ An annual physical examination which grants medical approval to drive]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental did not have a current Drivers physical (expired 10/6/24) but transported children in care between 10/18/24 11/22/24. Technical assistance was provided that an annual physical examination which grants medical approval to drive is required for drivers. This standard was brought back into compliance as the provider has another driver with all current requirements to transport the children in care. • Compliance Comments Ford Transit tag BD41GT, alarm is working properly. • 07. Vehicle Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 08. Seat Belts/Child Restraints CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 and CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.5 CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 and CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.5 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-12-02. View official inspection document (report 7edc3d8e-097b-4a80-b567-8359ddc3a18a)
Not corrected
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Safety & Compliance Analysis
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(Past 6 Months)
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Estimated monthly cost
$1,024/month
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About this daycare
- Location: WINTER HAVEN, POLK County
- Capacity: 35
- Type: Child Care Facility
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