Little Silver Streak Academy

LAKE WALES, FLChild Care FacilityLicensed

4.5based on state inspection data
Capacity45
HoursMon 7:45AM to 3:15PM; Tue 7:45AM to 3:15PM; Wed 7:45AM to 3:15PM; Thu 7:45AM to 3:15PM; Fri 7:45AM to 3:15PM
Est. price$1,063/mo

Contact information

Address306 Florida Ave, Lake Wales FL, 33853

CityLAKE WALES, FL 33853

CountyPOLK

Phone8636784211

Operating details

HoursMon 7:45AM to 3:15PM; Tue 7:45AM to 3:15PM; Wed 7:45AM to 3:15PM; Thu 7:45AM to 3:15PM; Fri 7:45AM to 3:15PM

Capacity45

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 4/9/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High4
  • Medium-High15
  • Medium2
  • Medium-Low4
  • Low0

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306 Florida Ave, Lake Wales FL, 33853, LAKE WALES, FL 33853

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Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 4/9/2026

  • High4
  • Medium-High15
  • Medium2
  • Medium-Low4
  • Low0

2026

  1. Medium-High riskStandard 424/9/2026

    42. Student Health and Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 (42-02)

    The Student Health Examination or equivalent health statement was not acceptable in that: [ It was not current (over two years old)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 Record Keeping [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the child listed on the supplemental had expired Student Health Examination on file. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all children have current Student Health Examination on file. Compliance Comments At the time of inspection, Provider advised that 30 children are enrolled, Licensing Specialist reviewed all childrens files. Due: 5/9/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-09. View official inspection document (report 091ec908-d2e7-4df5-81c8-58e862805ab3)

    Not corrected
  2. Medium-High riskStandard 424/9/2026

    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, Licensing Specialist determined that the child listed on the supplemental did not have a Student Health Examination on file. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all children have current Student Health Examination on file. Due: 5/9/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-09. View official inspection document (report 091ec908-d2e7-4df5-81c8-58e862805ab3)

    Not corrected
  3. Medium-High riskStandard 414/9/2026

    41. Immunization Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 (41-02)

    The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 Record Keeping [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the child listed on the supplemental had expired immunization form on file. Technical assistance was given to the provider to obtain a current form from the parent/guardian prior to the due date. Additional technical assistance was given regarding FL shots. The provider was given the link to their website and how to register to view FL shot records. The link given was: www.flshotsusers.com and the provider was reminded to go to the bottom of page under schools & licensed child care providers to register. Due: 5/9/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-09. View official inspection document (report 091ec908-d2e7-4df5-81c8-58e862805ab3)

    Not corrected
  4. Medium-High riskStandard 414/9/2026

    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 Record Keeping [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the child listed on the supplemental did not have an immunization form on file. Technical assistance was given to the provider to obtain a current form from the parent/guardian prior to the due date. Additional technical assistance was given regarding FL shots. The provider was given the link to their website and how to register to view FL shot records. The link given was: www.flshotsusers.com and the provider was reminded to go to the bottom of page under schools & licensed child care providers to register. Due: 5/9/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-09. View official inspection document (report 091ec908-d2e7-4df5-81c8-58e862805ab3)

    Not corrected

2025

  1. Medium-High riskStandard 4111/10/2025

    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 Record Keeping [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the child listed on the supplemental did not have an immunization form on file. Technical assistance was given to the provider to obtain a current form from the parent/guardian prior to the due date. Additional technical assistance was given regarding FL shots. The provider was given the link to their website and how to register to view FL shot records. The link given was: www.flshotsusers.com and the provider was reminded to go to the bottom of page under schools & licensed child care providers to register. Due: 12/10/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-11-10. View official inspection document (report b3a8d707-6e03-4130-8927-b7cfd085988d)

    Not corrected
  2. Medium riskStandard 1211/10/2025

    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, Licensing Specialist observed several vents throughout the facility with a coat of dust. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that the ceiling vents are cleaning regularly. Due: 12/10/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-11-10. View official inspection document (report b3a8d707-6e03-4130-8927-b7cfd085988d)

    Not corrected
  3. Medium-High riskStandard 1211/10/2025

    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. Due: 12/10/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-11-10. View official inspection document (report b3a8d707-6e03-4130-8927-b7cfd085988d)

    Not corrected
  4. High riskStandard 2311/10/2025

    23. Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness CCF Handbook, Section 3.8 (23-09)

    The facility did not maintain fire drill records for the months of operation for a minimum of 12 months from the date of the fire drill. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.4, C Physical Environment [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the facility failed to maintain fire drill records for the months of operation for a minimum of 12 months from the date of the fire drill. Technical assistance was provided that each fire drill record must be maintained for a minimum of 12 months from the date of the fire drill. Fire inspection conducted 3/31/25 and 7/30/25. • Fire extinguisher serviced April 2025. • FOOD AND NUTRITION Compliance Comments The program does provide snacks for the children in care that meets the nutritional guideline recommendations of USDA. Meals are provided by the school cafeteria nutritional program. • Due: 12/10/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-11-10. View official inspection document (report b3a8d707-6e03-4130-8927-b7cfd085988d)

    Not corrected
  5. Medium-High riskStandard 3311/10/2025

    33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 (33-09)

    The facility did not have documented proof that all child care personnel were trained and knowledgeable within 30 days of date of hire in [ the use of fire extinguishers]. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.3 and 4.2.5 Training [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the staff listed on the supplemental did not have documentation of fire extinguisher training in their file and had been employed more than 30 days. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff complete prior to the due date. Additional technical assistance was given to the provider as a reminder that all child care personnel shall be trained in the use and operation of a fire extinguisher, at each facility they are employed, within 30 days of date of hire. The facility must maintain documentation in their file that all child care personnel have completed training. Due: 12/10/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-11-10. View official inspection document (report b3a8d707-6e03-4130-8927-b7cfd085988d)

    Not corrected
  6. Medium-High riskStandard 3511/10/2025

    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, Licensing Specialist determined that the Child Care Personnel did not have a current exposure plan training on file. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all Child Care Personnel have a current exposure plan on file. Due: 12/10/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-11-10. View official inspection document (report b3a8d707-6e03-4130-8927-b7cfd085988d)

    Not corrected
  7. Medium-High riskStandard 4211/10/2025

    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, Licensing Specialist determined that the child listed on the supplement did not have a Student Health Examination on file. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all children have current Student Health Examination on file. Due: 12/10/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-11-10. View official inspection document (report b3a8d707-6e03-4130-8927-b7cfd085988d)

    Not corrected
  8. Medium-Low riskStandard 4311/10/2025

    43. Enrollment Information CCF Handbook, Section 7.3 & s. 402.3054(2), F.S. (43-02)

    The facility did not have a fully-completed enrollment form (CF-FSP Form 5219) or equivalent form for the child(ren) in care. CCF Handbook, Section 7.3 Record Keeping [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the Child listed on the supplemental did not have a fully completed enrollment form on file. Technical assistance was provided the facility operator shall obtain enrollment information from the childs custodial parent or legal guardian prior to accepting a child in care. At the time of inspection, Provider advised that 31 children are enrolled, Licensing Specialist reviewed a16 childrens files (M Z). • Due: 12/10/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-11-10. View official inspection document (report b3a8d707-6e03-4130-8927-b7cfd085988d)

    Not corrected
  9. Medium-Low riskStandard 4411/10/2025

    44. Personnel Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 (44-02)

    Child care personnel did not have an employment application on file. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, A Record Keeping [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental did not have an employment application on file. Technical assistance was provided that complete employment application with the required statement pursuant to Section 402.3055(1)(b), F.S. At the time of inspection, Provider advised that 6 Child Care Personnel are employed, Licensing Specialist reviewed all Child Care Personnel files. • Due: 12/10/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-11-10. View official inspection document (report b3a8d707-6e03-4130-8927-b7cfd085988d)

    Not corrected
  10. Medium-Low riskStandard 4411/10/2025

    44. Personnel Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 (44-03)

    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 Record Keeping [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental did not have a signed supplemental statement regarding any work in a center that had been subject to negative licensing action or the subject of disciplinary action while employed. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that the Child Care Personnel have a signed supplemental statement on file. Due: 12/10/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-11-10. View official inspection document (report b3a8d707-6e03-4130-8927-b7cfd085988d)

    Not corrected
  11. High riskStandard 4411/10/2025

    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 inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental did not have a current CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form signed on file. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that the Child Care Personnel must sign CF FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements annually. Due: 12/10/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-11-10. View official inspection document (report b3a8d707-6e03-4130-8927-b7cfd085988d)

    Not corrected
  12. High riskStandard 4511/10/2025

    45. Background Screening Documents CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 (45-04)

    An employment history verification was not documented and on file. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, D Record Keeping [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental did not have a five- year work history verification. Technical assistance was provided to ensure a complete five-year work history is completed on child care personnel prior to hiring. Due: 12/10/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-11-10. View official inspection document (report b3a8d707-6e03-4130-8927-b7cfd085988d)

    Not corrected
  13. 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 Record Keeping [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the Provider failed to update the facilitys clearinghouse roster. Technical assistance was provided to update (add/remove) Child Care Personnel to the Employee/Contractor Roster in the Clearinghouse within 5 days. Due: 12/10/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-11-10. View official inspection document (report b3a8d707-6e03-4130-8927-b7cfd085988d)

    Not corrected
  14. Medium-Low riskStandard 4611/10/2025

    46. Daily Attendance CCF Handbook, Section 7.5 (46-01)

    There were no daily attendance records or they were unavailable for review by the licensing authority. CCF Handbook, Section 7, B.4 Record Keeping [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist was unable to review attendance records. Provider recently moved to electronic application for attendance and the Child Care Personnel in charge was unable to provide the past attendance records. Technical assistance was provided that daily attendance of children records must be maintained for a minimum of 12 months. ENFORCEMENT Due: 12/10/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-11-10. View official inspection document (report b3a8d707-6e03-4130-8927-b7cfd085988d)

    Not corrected
  15. Medium-High riskStandard 359/12/2025

    35. Communicable Disease Control CCF Handbook, Section 6.1 (35-11)

    The facility did not have a written exposure plan regarding safety precautions for exposure to blood and potentially infectious fluids. CCF Handbook, Section 6 Health Requirements [SR] Comments: At the time of reinspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the Child Care Personnel did not have a current exposure plan training on file. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all Child Care Personnel have a current exposure plan on file. 36. CPR Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4 Not Monitored 37. First Aid Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4 and 6.2 Not Monitored 38. Emergency Telephone Numbers CCF Handbook, Section 6.3 Not Monitored 39. Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation CCF Handbook, Section 6.3 & 6.4 Not Monitored 40. Medication CCF Handbook, Section 6.5 Not Monitored RECORD KEEPING 41. Immunization Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 Not Monitored Due: 10/12/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-09-12. View official inspection document (report 6e59ecf4-6a05-446d-8edd-bfb14ccc63eb)

    Not corrected
  16. Medium-High riskStandard 339/12/2025

    33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 (33-09)

    The facility did not have documented proof that all child care personnel were trained and knowledgeable within 30 days of date of hire in [ the use of fire extinguishers]. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.3 and 4.2.5 Training [SR] Comments: At the time of reinspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the staff listed on the supplemental did not have documentation of fire extinguisher training in their file and had been employed more than 30 days. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff complete prior to the due date. Additional technical assistance was given to the provider as a reminder that all child care personnel shall be trained in the use and operation of a fire extinguisher, at each facility they are employed, within 30 days of date of hire. The facility must maintain documentation in their file that all child care personnel have completed training. 34. Credentialed Staff CCF Handbook, Section 4.6 & 4.7 Not Monitored HEALTH REQUIREMENTS Due: 10/12/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-09-12. View official inspection document (report 6e59ecf4-6a05-446d-8edd-bfb14ccc63eb)

    Not corrected
  17. Medium riskStandard 339/12/2025

    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 [SR] Comments: At the time of reinspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental did not have documented proof of in-service hours on CF-FSP Form 5268, Child Care In-Service Training Record. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that in-service training is documented on CF-FSP Form 5268, Child Care In-Service Training Record. Due: 10/12/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-09-12. View official inspection document (report 6e59ecf4-6a05-446d-8edd-bfb14ccc63eb)

    Not corrected
  18. Medium-High riskStandard 128/12/2025

    12. (12-18)

    The facility did not have electrical outlet covers or the outlet covers were not in place. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, I (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed missing outlet covers in several classrooms. Technical assistance was to ensure that all outlets are appropriately covered. This standard was placed back into compliance when outlet cover was placed back on outlets. • 13. Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons CCF Handbook, Section 3.2 CCF Handbook, Section 3.2 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 14. Lighting, Temperature, and Ventilation CCF Handbook, Section 3.3 CCF Handbook, Section 3.3 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 15. Licensed Capacity CCF Handbook , Section 3.4 CCF Handbook , Section 3.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-08-12. View official inspection document (report 2fba1bc8-498c-4c8c-9196-ac0498d7babb)

    Corrected at inspection
  19. Medium-High riskStandard 458/12/2025

    45. (45-04)

    An employment history verification was not documented and on file. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental did not have a five year work history verification. Technical assistance was provided to ensure a complete five-year work history is completed on child care personnel prior to hiring. Due: 9/11/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-08-12. View official inspection document (report 2fba1bc8-498c-4c8c-9196-ac0498d7babb)

    Not corrected
  20. Medium-High riskStandard 358/12/2025

    35. (35-11)

    The facility did not have a written exposure plan regarding safety precautions for exposure to blood and potentially infectious fluids. CCF Handbook, Section 6 (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 a current exposure plan training on file. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all Child Care Personnel have a current exposure plan on file. 36. CPR Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4 CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 37. First Aid Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4 and 6.2 CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4 and 6.2 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 38. Emergency Telephone Numbers CCF Handbook, Section 6.3 CCF Handbook, Section 6.3 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 39. Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation CCF Handbook, Section 6.3 & 6.4 CCF Handbook, Section 6.3 & 6.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Not Applicable Comments At the time of inspection, the 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: 9/11/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-08-12. View official inspection document (report 2fba1bc8-498c-4c8c-9196-ac0498d7babb)

    Not corrected
  21. Medium-High riskStandard 338/12/2025

    33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 CCF Handbook, Section 4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (33-09)

    The facility did not have documented proof that all child care personnel were trained and knowledgeable within 30 days of date of hire in [ the use of fire extinguishers]. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.3 and 4.2.5 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Training [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the staff listed on the supplemental did not have documentation of fire extinguisher training in their file and had been employed more than 30 days. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff complete prior to the due date. Additional technical assistance was given to the provider as a reminder that all child care personnel shall be trained in the use and operation of a fire extinguisher, at each facility they are employed, within 30 days of date of hire. The facility must maintain documentation in their file that all child care personnel have completed training. Due: 9/11/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-08-12. View official inspection document (report 2fba1bc8-498c-4c8c-9196-ac0498d7babb)

    Not corrected

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4Recent Violations
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About this daycare

  • Location: LAKE WALES, POLK County
  • Capacity: 45
  • Type: Child Care Facility

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