Kids Nation II LLC
WINTER HAVEN, FL·Child Care FacilityLicensed
Contact information
Address1152 Havendale Blvd NW 23, Winter Haven FL, 33881
CountyPOLK
Phone8632920200
Operating details
HoursMon 6:30AM to 11:59PM; Tue 6:30AM to 11:59PM; Wed 6:30AM to 11:59PM; Thu 6:30AM to 11:59PM; Fri 6:30AM to 11:59PM
Capacity79
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 4/7/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High5
- Medium-High18
- Medium2
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
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1152 Havendale Blvd NW 23, Winter Haven FL, 33881, WINTER HAVEN, FL 33881
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Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 4/7/2026
- High5
- Medium-High15
- Medium1
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2026
- Medium-High riskStandard 444/7/2026
44. Personnel Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (44-06)
The facility failed to maintain written documentation for the number of hours a volunteer worked. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, F (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist determined that the staff listed on the supplemental previously documented as a volunteer now child care personnel as of todays date did not have documentation of hours volunteered on file. The provider decided to move the staff to child care personnel. The staff has a complete personnel file for child care personnel. TA was provided to ensure the individuals who volunteer at the facility maintain documented hours to ensure not to exceed 10 hours for the month. Specialist reviewed all 8 staff files. 45. Background Screening Documents CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-07. View official inspection document (report f6a1db22-f0dc-4bf2-83df-307593f54fd2)
Corrected at inspection - Medium-High riskStandard 424/7/2026
42. (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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist determined that the child listed on the supplemental did not have a medical physical on file within 30 days. The child started at the facility on 2/1/2026. TA was provided to ensure that the child has a current medical physical by the due date. Compliance Comments Specialist reviewed 17 childrens files of the 50 children enrolled at the facility. (F-M by last name) 43. Enrollment Information CCF Handbook, Section 7.3 & s. 402.3054(2), F.S. CCF Handbook, Section 7.3 & s. 402.3054(2), F.S. (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Due: 5/7/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-07. View official inspection document (report f6a1db22-f0dc-4bf2-83df-307593f54fd2)
Not corrected - High riskStandard 334/7/2026
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, the Licensing specialist determined that the child care personnel listed on the supplemental complete did not complete School readiness training courses, Health Safety and Nutrition in the school readiness program and Safety practices in the school readiness program within 90 days of starting at the facility. The staff started at the facility on 2/15/2025. TA was provided to ensure that the staff completes the training by the due date. Due: 5/7/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-07. View official inspection document (report f6a1db22-f0dc-4bf2-83df-307593f54fd2)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 304/7/2026
30. Diapering CCF Handbook, Section 3.10 CCF Handbook, Section 3.10 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (30-06)
Diaper changing occurred on a surface that was not impermeable. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, E (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the one year old classroom diapering surface of a mat torn with tears causing the mat to not be impermeable. The provider replaced the mat surface with another at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the diapering surface is impermeable. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-07. View official inspection document (report f6a1db22-f0dc-4bf2-83df-307593f54fd2)
Corrected at inspection - Medium-High riskStandard 284/7/2026
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 inspection, the Licensing specialist observed childrens water bottles and cups provided from home either not labeled or only labeled with the childs first name. The provider immediately had staff label all of the childrens bottles at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the bottles and cups are labeled appropriately at all times. SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-07. View official inspection document (report f6a1db22-f0dc-4bf2-83df-307593f54fd2)
Corrected at inspection - Medium-High riskStandard 254/7/2026
25. Meals and Snacks CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (25-07)
A refrigerator was observed without a thermometer or with a thermometer showing a temperature reading greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, F.1. (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the mini refrigerator in the infant classroom with no thermometer placed in the refrigerator. The provider placed a refrigerator in the fridge at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that a thermometer is placed in refrigerator and measures 41 degrees or below Fahrenheit. Compliance Comments TS was provided to ensure that any changes/substitutions are noted on the menu to ensure that parents/guardians can view. 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 27. Catered Food and Food Provided by Outside Sources CCF Handbook, Section 7 & Section 3.9.3 CCF Handbook, Section 7 & Section 3.9.3 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 28. Bottles, Breastmilk, Formula and Infant Food CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Noncompliance Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-07. View official inspection document (report f6a1db22-f0dc-4bf2-83df-307593f54fd2)
Corrected at inspection - Medium-High riskStandard 184/7/2026
18. Bedding and Linens CCF Handbook, Section 3.6 CCF Handbook, Section 3.6 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (18-06)
The floor mats available for children in care were not covered with an impermeable surface. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed childrens sleeping mats throughout the facility with mats torn with tears causing the mats to not be impermeable. The provider had extra mats on hand and replaced all torn mats at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the sleeping mats have an impermeable surface. 19. Nap/Sleep Space Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.2 CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.2 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-07. View official inspection document (report f6a1db22-f0dc-4bf2-83df-307593f54fd2)
Corrected at inspection - Medium-High riskStandard 154/7/2026
15. (15-05)
The facility failed to post the room capacity in each room. CCF Handbook, Section 3.4.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the back left hand classroom near the childrens restrooms where three and four year old children are present with no capacity posted. The provider posted the capacity in the classroom at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the capacity is posted in each room. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-07. View official inspection document (report f6a1db22-f0dc-4bf2-83df-307593f54fd2)
Corrected at inspection - Medium-High riskStandard 134/7/2026
13. (13-02)
The facilitys storage of harmful items including cleaning supplies, flammable products, and poisonous, toxic and hazardous materials allowed access by children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the storage closet in the VPK classroom with chemicals and disinfectant cleaners stored on the floor in the right hand side of the closet. The specialist advised the staff that the door needs to be locked or place a locking mechanism on the door to ensure chemicals are not accessible to children. The provider added a baby lock on the door handle at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that hazardous materials, toxic chemicals are not in reach of children in care. TS was provided to ensure that staff personal items to include topicals are not in reach of children and are placed in personal items applicable areas. 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) Noncompliance Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-07. View official inspection document (report f6a1db22-f0dc-4bf2-83df-307593f54fd2)
Corrected at inspection
2025
- High riskStandard 3310/27/2025
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. 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. Volunteers who supervise children alone must be completed at the same level as required for child care personnel. • Due: 11/26/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-10-27. View official inspection document (report 6ef15774-d7ed-44e3-ba7d-deba80446ec2)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 1710/27/2025
17. (17-06)
The facilitys fencing walls or gate area had gaps that could allow children to exit the outdoor play area. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, F (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the playground exit gate had at least 4 inch gap. Technical assistance was provided to ensure fencing, including gates, must be continuous and must not have gaps or opening larger than 3 inches that would allow children to exit the outdoor play area. This standard was brought back into compliance when provider fixed the exit gate. • Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-10-27. View official inspection document (report 6ef15774-d7ed-44e3-ba7d-deba80446ec2)
Corrected at inspection - High riskStandard 4710/27/2025
47. Access/Child Safety CCF Handbook, Section 8 CCF Handbook, Section 8 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (47-05)
The owner, operator, employee or substitute failed to grant the licensing authority access to the child care facility, or any portion thereof, during the hours of operation. s. 402.311, F.S. (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Enforcement [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, the facility failed to grant Licensing Specialist access to the facility at reasonable time. Licensing Specialist was left the front door ringing the doorbell for at least eight minutes to no avail. This provider was provided technical assistance about this situation in the past several times. While awaiting entrance into the facility a parent also arrived attempting to gain access to the facility. The Parent continued to press the doorbell and proceeded to the back of the facility to check the playground. While heading to the back towards the playground the door was popped open. Technical assistance was provided that a licensed child care facility shall accord to the Department the privilege of inspection, including access to facilities and personnel and to those records required in s. 402.305, at reasonable times during regular business hours, to ensure compliance with ss. 402.301-402.319. This standard is brought back into compliance when Licensing Specialist was granted access to the facility. • SCHOOL READINESS Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-10-27. View official inspection document (report 6ef15774-d7ed-44e3-ba7d-deba80446ec2)
Corrected at inspection - Medium-High riskStandard 467/30/2025
46. Daily Attendance CCF Handbook, Section 7.5 CCF Handbook, Section 7.5 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (46-07)
The attendance roster did not accompany the group of children in that [children was not current and did not represent the number of children inside the classroom].CCF Handbook, Section 7.5, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed classrooms (2-year-old) without a current roster. The attendance roster for the children was not current and did not represent the number of children inside the classroom. Technical assistance was provided that each classroom must have an attendance sheet/class roster for the group of children occupying that space. Attendance sheet/class roster must accompany the child care personnel and the group of children throughout the day should they leave the classroom. This standard was brought back into compliance when provider updated classroom roster. • ENFORCEMENT Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-07-30. View official inspection document (report a7e9b9a1-fbea-4fe6-bc52-733879f2926f)
Corrected at inspection - Medium-High riskStandard 417/30/2025
41. (41-02)
The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the child listed on the supplemental had an expired immunization forms 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. 42. Student Health and Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Compliance Comments Provided advised that 47 children are enrolled, Licensing Specialist 26 childrens file (S Z and A B). • 43. Enrollment Information CCF Handbook, Section 7.3 & s. 402.3054(2), F.S. CCF Handbook, Section 7.3 & s. 402.3054(2), F.S. (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Compliance Comments Licensing Specialist reviewed all Child Care Personnel files, totaling 9. • Due: 8/29/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-07-30. View official inspection document (report a7e9b9a1-fbea-4fe6-bc52-733879f2926f)
Not corrected - High riskStandard 337/30/2025
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. 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. Due: 8/29/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-07-30. View official inspection document (report a7e9b9a1-fbea-4fe6-bc52-733879f2926f)
Not corrected - High riskStandard 452/27/2025
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. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-02-27. View official inspection document (report 80fcf2e4-e31e-4704-9547-435546a13fef)
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 072/27/2025
07. Vehicle Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 (07-06)
The vehicle alarm installed was not in working condition. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 General Requirements [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the transportation vehicle (Ford Transit XLT) alarm was not working. Technical assistance was provided that transport vehicles must be equipped with a reliable alarm system approved by the Department. The time delay from the time the ignition is turned off after activation of the alarm system until the alarm sounds shall be no longer than one minute. The alarm must be audible from the distance of 500 feet from the vehicle. Ford Transit XLT NLH-P50 (alarm not working working) • Ford E350 XLT CH9-2SJ (at mechanic shop) • Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-02-27. View official inspection document (report 80fcf2e4-e31e-4704-9547-435546a13fef)
Not corrected
2024
- Medium-High riskStandard 4111/8/2024
41. (41-02)
The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, License Specialist reviewed childrens files and determined that the child listed on the supplemental had an expired immunization forms 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. 42. Student Health and Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-11-08. View official inspection document (report 07730d6c-bbbd-4008-9b06-958e8f4d3ab0)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 2011/8/2024
20. Crib Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 3.6 CCF Handbook, Section 3.6 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (20-06)
Child/ren were placed in a crib, playpen, play yard or other sleeping and napping bedding with items that could pose a strangulation or suffocation risk. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.4, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed two infants with a string attached to pacifier and bib on inside the crib. This poses a potential strangulation risk for the child. Technical assistance was provided that all personnel that care for infants must follow safe sleep practices and infant napping shall not have items that could pose a strangulation risk. This standard was brought back in compliance when the Provider was removed the pacifier and bib from child. • 21. Restrooms and Bath Facilities CCF Handbook, Section 3.7 CCF Handbook, Section 3.7 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-11-08. View official inspection document (report 07730d6c-bbbd-4008-9b06-958e8f4d3ab0)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 1711/8/2024
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 the green and brown bench table with a broke umbrella. Also, a brown and orange plastic play structure (house) cracked and broken posing hazard to the children in care. Technical assistance was provided to ensure repair or replaced affected area and ensure that the playground is clean. This standard was brought back into compliance when provider removed the umbrella from the green and brown bench table. And removed the brown and orange plastic play structure (house) from the playground. • Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-11-08. View official inspection document (report 07730d6c-bbbd-4008-9b06-958e8f4d3ab0)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 0911/8/2024
09. Planned Activities CCF Handbook, Section 2.6 CCF Handbook, Section 2.6 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (09-06)
The facility used electronic media time with children younger than 2 years of age. CCF Handbook, Section 2.6, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed infants in care watching television. Technical assistance was provided that electronic media for children under two years of age isn't permissible. Electronic media may only be used for educational purposes or physical activity for children two years of age and older for no more than 1 to 2 hours per day. This standard was brought back into compliance when the teacher turned off the television. • Not Applicable Comments Provider advised the facility did not participate in field trip since previous inspection. • 10. Field Trip Permission CCF Handbook, Section 2.7 CCF Handbook, Section 2.7 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Applicable Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-11-08. View official inspection document (report 07730d6c-bbbd-4008-9b06-958e8f4d3ab0)
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$918/month
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About this daycare
- Location: WINTER HAVEN, POLK County
- Capacity: 79
- Type: Child Care Facility
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