Head Of The Class Learning Center

LAKELAND, FLChild Care FacilityLicensed

3.1based on state inspection data
Capacity187
HoursMon 6:30AM to 5:30PM; Tue 6:30AM to 5:30PM; Wed 6:30AM to 5:30PM; Thu 6:30AM to 5:30PM; Fri 6:30AM to 5:30PM
Est. price$922/mo

Contact information

Address1836 Kathleen Rd, Lakeland FL, 33805

CityLAKELAND, FL 33805

CountyPOLK

Phone8636824252

Operating details

HoursMon 6:30AM to 5:30PM; Tue 6:30AM to 5:30PM; Wed 6:30AM to 5:30PM; Thu 6:30AM to 5:30PM; Fri 6:30AM to 5:30PM

Capacity187

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 3/11/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High3
  • Medium-High12
  • Medium5
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

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1836 Kathleen Rd, Lakeland FL, 33805, LAKELAND, FL 33805

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  1. This facility has food-service findings on its state record - ask how meals are prepared and how allergies are handled
  2. Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
  3. This is a large program - ask how children are grouped, how ratios are kept in each room, and how staff cover breaks
  4. Ask about teacher-to-child ratios and how supervision is maintained through the day

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 3/11/2026

  • High1
  • Medium-High7
  • Medium0
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

2026

  1. Medium-High riskStandard 313/11/2026

    31. Indoor Equipment CCF Handbook, Section 3.11 CCF Handbook, Section 3.11 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (31-05)

    Toys, equipment and/or furnishings were not maintained in a sanitary condition and not cleaned and sanitized or disinfected following exposure to bodily fluids. CCF Handbook, Section 3.11, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed that in the VPK restroom there were toys being stored on the top shelf. TA was provided that toys cannot be stored in the restrooms. The staff removed the toys during the inspection. Compliance Comments At the time of the inspection, the outdoor equipment was in good repair. 32. Outdoor Equipment CCF Handbook, Section 3.12 CCF Handbook, Section 3.12 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance TRAINING Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-11. View official inspection document (report b98e7d48-40b7-4c3c-ac96-77b128c4b267)

    Corrected at inspection
  2. Medium-High riskStandard 283/11/2026

    28. (28-02)

    Bottles and/or sippy cups brought from home were not labeled with childs first and last name. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.5, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, the water bottles in the 4- & 5-year-old classroom and the VPK classroom were not labeled correctly. TA was provided that all water bottles are required to have the childs first and last name. The staff labeled the water bottles during the inspection. SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT 29. Health and Sanitation CCF Handbook, Section 3.6, 3.9, and 3.10 CCF Handbook, Section 3.6, 3.9, and 3.10 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-11. View official inspection document (report b98e7d48-40b7-4c3c-ac96-77b128c4b267)

    Corrected at inspection
  3. High riskStandard 243/11/2026

    24. (24-18)

    Stored food was not consumed or discarded on or before the expiration date listed by the manufacturer. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed that the box of sun chips had expired on 3/10/26. The provider discarded the box during the inspection. TA was provided to monitor the expiration dates. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-11. View official inspection document (report b98e7d48-40b7-4c3c-ac96-77b128c4b267)

    Corrected at inspection
  4. Medium-High riskStandard 143/11/2026

    14. (14-01)

    All rooms did not have sufficient lighting equivalent to 20 foot candles at three feet from the floor. CCF Handbook, Section 3.3.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist checked all lighting in the facility and the restroom in the 4- & 5-year-olds classroom only measured 7.78, the 3-year-old classroom measured 2.42 and the 4-year-old restroom measured 5.54. There were bulbs burned out in the 2-year-old classroom and the lighting only measured 10.18. TA was provided that the lighting is required to be 20 ft candles. The lighting must be fixed by the due date. 15. Licensed Capacity CCF Handbook , Section 3.4 CCF Handbook , Section 3.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Due: 4/10/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-11. View official inspection document (report b98e7d48-40b7-4c3c-ac96-77b128c4b267)

    Not corrected
  5. Medium-High riskStandard 123/11/2026

    12. (12-06)

    A safety deficiency having a low potential for harm to the children in care was observed. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed that there are several cords in the VPK classroom, the 4-year-old classroom the water cooler and the 2-year-old classroom that need to be secured to the wall. TA was provided that all cords must be secured to the wall by the due date. 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) Noncompliance Due: 4/10/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-11. View official inspection document (report b98e7d48-40b7-4c3c-ac96-77b128c4b267)

    Not corrected
  6. Medium-High riskStandard 123/11/2026

    12. (12-02)

    An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed that the 2-year-old classroom had duct tape holding the cover to the intake closed, the toilet tank cover in the 4-year-old classroom restroom was cracked and sharp, in the VPK restroom the toilet paper holder was broken and taped up with duct tape, the bookshelves in the 4 year old classroom had peeling contact paper and in the VPK classroom had a bookshelves has a few areas of broken laminate and there were several ceiling tiles in the 4 & 5 year old classroom. TA was provided to repair the intake cover, replace the tank cover, repair the bookshelves, replace or repair the toilet paper holder and replace the ceiling tiles by the due date. Due: 4/10/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-11. View official inspection document (report b98e7d48-40b7-4c3c-ac96-77b128c4b267)

    Not corrected
  7. Medium-High riskStandard 123/11/2026

    12. (12-01)

    Areas of the facility were found to be in need of cleaning. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed that the flooring in the restroom of the 3-year-old classroom was in need of cleaning and the toilet in the 4- & 5-year-old classroom was in need of cleaning. The provider cleaned the flooring and toilet during the inspection. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-11. View official inspection document (report b98e7d48-40b7-4c3c-ac96-77b128c4b267)

    Corrected at inspection

2024

  1. Medium-High riskStandard 1211/13/2024

    12. (12-02)

    An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: The Licensing Specialist observed peeling paint on the baseboards in the 3-year-olds classroom. TA was provided to sand and paint the baseboards and to checked for peeling paint on a regular basis. 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 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-11-13. View official inspection document (report b14ada9a-24f6-4682-b441-408ab5376520)

    Not corrected

Safety & Compliance Analysis

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

20Total Violations
7Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

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Estimated monthly cost

$922/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: 187
  • Type: Child Care Facility

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