Country Lane Child Enrichment Center

LAKELAND, FLChild Care FacilityLicensed

4.5based on state inspection data
Capacity40
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
Est. price$1,121/mo

Contact information

Address105 W Daughtery Rd, Lakeland FL, 33809

CityLAKELAND, FL 33809

CountyPOLK

Phone8638588733

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

Capacity40

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 7/8/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High6
  • Medium-High6
  • Medium8
  • Medium-Low2
  • Low0

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105 W Daughtery Rd, Lakeland FL, 33809, LAKELAND, FL 33809

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  1. This facility has supervision-related findings on its state record - ask specifically how ratios are maintained during transitions, outdoor play, and nap time
  2. Ask what changed after their most recent supervision citation and how compliance is monitored now
  3. This facility has safety-related findings on its state record - ask how the cited hazards were corrected and when emergency drills were last run
  4. This facility has staffing or training findings on its state record - ask about background checks, required training completion, and staff turnover

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 7/8/2026

  • High2
  • Medium-High5
  • Medium1
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

2026

  1. Medium-High riskStandard 417/8/2026

    41. Immunization Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 (41-01)

    Child(ren) did not have a Florida Certification of Immunization (DH Form 680) or a Religious Exemption from Immunization (DH Form 681), on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1, B Comments: At the time of the inspection, the children listed in the supplemental did not have a current immunization on the first 30 days of enrollment. TA was provided the immunization is required by the due date. Due: 8/7/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-07-08. View official inspection document (report 57d4babc-ed39-4012-87db-7d7d046f9e4f)

    Not corrected

2025

  1. High riskStandard 4511/10/2025

    45. Background Screening Documents CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 (45-09)

    The facility failed to maintain a current Employee/Contractor Roster for all child care personnel in the Clearinghouse. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, K Comments: At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the facilitys personnel roster on the Clearinghouse and determined that the provider failed to remove a past employee within 10 days of leaving the facility. The staff stopped working at the facility on 7/31/2025 and on todays date the specialist asked the provider to end date the staff. The staff was removed from the Clearinghouse roster at todays date. TA was provided to ensure that child care personnel are added/removed from the Clearinghouse roster within 10 days of the event occurring. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-11-10. View official inspection document (report e229ea4e-1214-4653-ad8e-ce298a524377)

    Corrected at inspection
  2. High riskStandard 3411/10/2025

    34. Credentialed Staff CCF Handbook, Section 4.6 & 4.7 (34-04)

    The director responsible for the daily operation of the program did not have an active Director Credential. CCF Handbook, Section 4.7 Comments: At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist determined that the child care personnel listed on the supplemental responsible for day to day operations at the facility does not possess current Directors credentials. The personnels current credentials expired on 11/5/2025. The provider advised that she submitted the packet for renewal on 10/20/2025. The specialist advised the provider it is recommended that the directors renewal packet is submitted at least a month prior to expiration, however 2/3 months in advanced is suggested to allow appropriate time for review and approval. TA was provided to ensure that the personnel has current directors credentials reflected on the DCF transcript by the due date. HEALTH REQUIREMENTS Due: 5/8/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-11-10. View official inspection document (report e229ea4e-1214-4653-ad8e-ce298a524377)

    Not corrected
  3. Medium riskStandard 3311/10/2025

    33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 (33-08)

    Documentation of in-service training was not recorded on CF-FSP Form 5268, Child Care In-service Training Record. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.7, B Comments: At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist determined that the child care personnel listed on the supplemental did not complete an in-service training log on the required form, CF-FSP Form 5268 for classes completed during the current in service year 7/1/2024- 6/30/2025. The staff completed DCF introductory training on 4/9/2025. The provider had the staff to complete an in service log with completed training at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that child care personnel complete 10 hours of in service training and log the trainings on the required form. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-11-10. View official inspection document (report e229ea4e-1214-4653-ad8e-ce298a524377)

    Corrected at inspection
  4. Medium-High riskStandard 126/30/2025

    12. Facility Environment CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 (12-03)

    A health deficiency having a low potential for harm to the children in care was observed. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 Comments: At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed heavy rust on all of the paper towel dispensers throughout the facility in the main building. The rust was all over the dispenser but near the bottom of the unit to access paper towels rust was accessible to children in care. TA was provided to ensure that low potential hazards to children are eliminated and not accessible to children. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-06-30. View official inspection document (report 682c812e-953a-4dca-90f3-861dcc60638f)

    Not corrected
  5. Medium-High riskStandard 173/3/2025

    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 Comments: At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed a wasp nest and three wasp on the roof of the plastic playhouse with the blue roof and red shutters on the preschool playground. The specialist also observed two tricycles on the same playground with rust present on the play equipment. Rust was also observed present on the School age playground on the hinges and screws of the tire swing. The provider eliminated the wasp and nest at time of inspection. Also, the childrens tricylcles were removed from the playground at time of inspection. The provider advised she will treat the play equipment with rust remover and add them back to the playground once rust is removed. The tire swing hinges were sprayed with rust remover and paint at time of inspection as well eliminating rust. TA was provided to ensure that low potential hazards to the children are eliminated from the outdoor play area. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-03-03. View official inspection document (report d66f829a-2065-4c02-9ed1-805d658b4d1f)

    Not corrected

2024

  1. Medium-High riskStandard 1712/12/2024

    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 Comments: At the time of reinspection, the provider advised that she was not aware of the due date provided last inspection, therefore the equipment was not repainted. The specialist observed the blue metal car on the preschool playground with rust present and paint chipping. The provider advised that the children would not be outside the rest of the day and had staff to spray paint the equipment at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that no rust or paint chipping is observed on outdoor equipment that can cause a potential hazard to children in care. 18. Bedding and Linens CCF Handbook, Section 3.6 Not Monitored 19. Nap/Sleep Space Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.2 Not Monitored 20. Crib Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 3.6 Not Monitored 21. Restrooms and Bath Facilities CCF Handbook, Section 3.7 Not Monitored 22. Operable Phone CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.1 Not Monitored 23. Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness CCF Handbook, Section 3.8 Not Monitored FOOD AND NUTRITION 24. Food Preparation Area CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 Not Monitored 25. Meals and Snacks CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 Not Monitored 26. Meal and Snack Menus CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3 & Section 7 Not Monitored 27. Catered Food and Food Provided by Outside Sources CCF Handbook, Section 7 & Section 3.9.3 Not Monitored 28. Bottles, Breastmilk, Formula and Infant Food CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 Not Monitored SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT 29. Health and Sanitation CCF Handbook, Section 3.6, 3.9, and 3.10 Not Monitored 30. Diapering CCF Handbook, Section 3.10 Not Monitored 31. Indoor Equipment CCF Handbook, Section 3.11 Not Monitored 32. Outdoor Equipment CCF Handbook, Section 3.12 Not Monitored Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-12-12. View official inspection document (report 03e8b536-f5d7-43b6-9546-0d0836ca5e72)

    Not corrected
  2. Medium-High riskStandard 1711/8/2024

    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 Comments: At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the metal blue car on the preschool playground with paint chipping as well as rust present on the play equipment. The specialist advised the provider that the equipment needs to be sanded down and repainted. TA was provided to ensure that the equipment is repainted and the rust is eliminated by the due date. At the time of inspection, the provider advised that they are only using the right side of the preschool playground for all children enrolled in the facility. The provider advised that due to the recent hurricane that tree limbs are hanging low on the trees on the left side of the preschool playground as well as on trees on the school age playground, these areas are not being used at this time and are sectioned off with caution tape. The provider stated that she is trying to solidify an appointment and is working on quotes to get the limbs removed from the trees. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-11-08. View official inspection document (report bc472490-c5dc-4c87-94d3-71afb6f42090)

    Not corrected

Safety & Compliance Analysis

This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.

22Total Violations
1Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

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Estimated monthly cost

$1,121/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: LAKELAND, POLK County
  • Capacity: 40
  • Type: Child Care Facility

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