Mary's Little Lambs Enrichment Center

LAKELAND, FLChild Care FacilityLicensed

3.1based on state inspection data
Capacity100
HoursMon 6:00AM to 6:00PM; Tue 6:00AM to 6:00PM; Wed 6:00AM to 6:00PM; Thu 6:00AM to 6:00PM; Fri 6:00AM to 6:00PM
Est. price$922/mo

Contact information

Address1030 Olive St, Lakeland FL, 33815

CityLAKELAND, FL 33815

CountyPOLK

Phone8639440491

Operating details

HoursMon 6:00AM to 6:00PM; Tue 6:00AM to 6:00PM; Wed 6:00AM to 6:00PM; Thu 6:00AM to 6:00PM; Fri 6:00AM to 6:00PM

Capacity100

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 4/16/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High6
  • Medium-High16
  • Medium3
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

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1030 Olive St, Lakeland FL, 33815, LAKELAND, FL 33815

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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
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  3. This facility has health or sanitation findings on its state record - ask about their current cleaning, diapering, and handwashing procedures
  4. This facility has safety-related findings on its state record - ask how the cited hazards were corrected and when emergency drills were last run

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 4/16/2026

  • High6
  • Medium-High16
  • Medium3
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

2026

  1. High riskStandard 034/16/2026

    03. Ratio Sufficient CCF Handbook, Section 2.3 (03-01)

    A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [20 ages three and four (maj.4)] children is required. A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [22 ages three, four and school age (maj.4)] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. General Requirements [SR] Comments: 1 staff; 22 children ages three, four and school aged children (maj. 4) 1 staff; 4 infants and 6 children age one year old 1 staff; 19 children ages three, four and five years old 1 other staff Updated ratio 1 staff; 20 children ages three and four years old (maj.4) 1 staff; 4 infants 1 staff; 6 children ages one year old 1 staff; 19 children ages three, four and five years old 1 staff; 10 children school ages five through thirteen years old 04. Supervision CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 Not Monitored 05. Transportation CCF Handbook, Section 2.5 Not Monitored 06. Driver's License, Physician Certification & First Aid/CPR Training CCF Handbook, Section 2.5 and CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 Not Monitored 07. Vehicle Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 Not Monitored 08. Seat Belts/Child Restraints CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 and CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.5 Not Monitored 09. Planned Activities CCF Handbook, Section 2.6 Not Monitored 10. Field Trip Permission CCF Handbook, Section 2.7 Not Monitored 11. Child Discipline CCF Handbook, Section 2.8 Not Monitored Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-16. View official inspection document (report b81aa6ba-52de-49a7-8133-1f034da18b7b)

    Corrected at inspection
  2. Medium-High riskStandard 123/13/2026

    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 inspection, the Licensing specialist observed several cords throughout the facility loose and accessible to children in care. In the breezeway covered area near the employee parking lot the specialist observed a black cord for a camera or speaker that was plugged into a pillar hanging loose wrapped around the pillar. The provider unplugged the cord and wrapped it tightly around the pillar higher out of reach of children at time of inspection. In the infant classroom near the air conditioning unit near the window the specialist observed an electrical outlet strip under the unit accessible to children and a white long cord tucked under a pack n play. Also, the infant swing cord was accessible to children, the specialist advised when it is not being used unplug it and to wrap the cord around the top of the swing. There were two portable fans plugged in near the infant swing not being used with cords also accessible to children. In the school age/multipurpose classrooms the air conditioning cords were also tucked under the units not secured. TA was provided to ensure that all cords are secured in place and not accessible to children to eliminate a potential strangulation/ trip hazard. Compliance Comments TS was provided to ensure that spray bottles containing cleaning disinfectants are labeled with the specific product name. 13. Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons CCF Handbook, Section 3.2 CCF Handbook, Section 3.2 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Compliance Comments Lighting was measured throughout the facility meeting the requirement of at least 20 foot candles and 50 foot candles near all close work 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) Compliance Due: 4/10/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-13. View official inspection document (report db27720e-add1-4c4f-a56c-7b8f7514fb31)

    Not corrected
  3. Medium-High riskStandard 173/13/2026

    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, the Licensing specialist observed the multiple pieces of litter on the ground of the playground. The provider immediately cleaned all of the litter from the playground at time of inspection and discarded of it. TA was provided to ensure that litter and other potential hazards are not present on the outdoor playground. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-13. View official inspection document (report db27720e-add1-4c4f-a56c-7b8f7514fb31)

    Corrected at inspection
  4. Medium-High riskStandard 183/13/2026

    18. Bedding and Linens CCF Handbook, Section 3.6 CCF Handbook, Section 3.6 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (18-03)

    The bedding available for children in care was not cleaned and/or sanitized at least once a week, and/or before use by another child. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1, G (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the cots in the multipurpose classroom observed with three year old and VPK children napping during nap time with large stains on the cots. TA was provided to ensure that the cots are cleaned and stains are eliminated by the due date. 19. Nap/Sleep Space Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.2 CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.2 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Due: 4/10/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-13. View official inspection document (report db27720e-add1-4c4f-a56c-7b8f7514fb31)

    Not corrected
  5. Medium-High riskStandard 233/13/2026

    23. (23-02)

    The facility did not have a current and approved annual fire safety inspection by the local fire authority. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, A (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the facility did not have an approved fire inspection completed annually. The provider previously had a fire inspection dated 2/13/2025. The current fire inspection is dated 2/24/2026. The provider has an approved fire inspection, but it is completed late. TA was provided to ensure that the provider has an approved fire inspection completed annually. At the time of the inspection, Licensing counselor observed the providers last fire drill was conducted on__2/24/2026_________. The provider conducted a lockdown drill on_____11/3/2025________and a weather drill conducted on_________. The fire extinguishers were last tagged on_December__2025. TS was provided to ensure that the provider conducts an inclement weather drill before the end of the Licensing period by 3/25/2026. A fire drill was conducted today in the presence of a DCF Licensing counselor utilizing the facilitys approved fire system with pull station. FOOD AND NUTRITION 24. Food Preparation Area 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 2026-03-13. View official inspection document (report db27720e-add1-4c4f-a56c-7b8f7514fb31)

    Corrected at inspection
  6. High riskStandard 243/13/2026

    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 inspection, the Licensing specialist observed a couple of expired food items in the food preparation area of the facility. The yellow mustard was expired as of 3/15/2025. The sliced individual packaged cheese was expired as of 1/10/2026. The miracle whip was expired as of 4/28/2025. The slice roast beef was expired as of 1/27/2026. The provider immediately discarded of the food items at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the provider follows the recommendation of the expiration date set by manufacturers. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-13. View official inspection document (report db27720e-add1-4c4f-a56c-7b8f7514fb31)

    Corrected at inspection
  7. Medium-High riskStandard 283/13/2026

    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 a childs sippy cup in the mixed classroom of two and three year old children that was only labeled with the childs first name. Also, in the infant classroom the specialist observed two infants bottles also only labeled with the childs first name. The provider had staff to labeled all of the childrens cups and bottles provided from home appropriately at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that cups and bottles provided from home are labeled with the childs full first and last name. 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 2026-03-13. View official inspection document (report db27720e-add1-4c4f-a56c-7b8f7514fb31)

    Corrected at inspection
  8. Medium-High riskStandard 333/13/2026

    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, the Licensing specialist determined the provider failed to train the child care personnel listed on the supplemental in fire extinguishers within 30 days of employment at the facility. The staff started at the facility on 2/2/2026. TA was provided to ensure that the staff is trained on fire extinguishers by the due date. Due: 4/10/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-13. View official inspection document (report db27720e-add1-4c4f-a56c-7b8f7514fb31)

    Not corrected
  9. Medium-High riskStandard 413/13/2026

    41. (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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist determined the child listed on the supplemental did not have an Immunization record on file. The child is enrolled at a pre K program inside of a Polk country school board elementary and transported to the facility for after care. The child started at the facility on 9/13/2022. The child left the facilitys care for VPK recently. TA was provided to ensure that the child has a current Immunization record by the due date. Due: 4/10/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-13. View official inspection document (report db27720e-add1-4c4f-a56c-7b8f7514fb31)

    Not corrected
  10. Medium-High riskStandard 423/13/2026

    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 the child listed on the supplemental did not have a medical physical on file. The child is enrolled at a pre K program inside of a Polk county school board elementary and transported to the facility for after care. The child started at the facility on 9/13/2022. The child left the facilitys care for VPK recently. TA was provided to ensure that the child has a current medical physical by the due date. Compliance Comments Specialist reviewed 4 newly enrolled childrens files as well as 25 additional childrens files of the 87 children enrolled at the facility. 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 Specialist reviewed all staff files. Due: 4/10/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-13. View official inspection document (report db27720e-add1-4c4f-a56c-7b8f7514fb31)

    Not corrected

2025

  1. High riskStandard 4411/20/2025

    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, the Licensing specialist determined that the child personnel listed on the supplemental did not have a Child Abuse and Neglect form signed annually on file. The staff last signed the form on 11/4 and 11/5/2024. TA was provided to ensure that the child care personnel have Child Abuse and Neglect forms on file by the due date. Specialist reviewed all 16 staff files. Due: 12/19/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-11-20. View official inspection document (report 4529b58a-64ec-4a0e-9612-8831daacfe11)

    Not corrected
  2. Medium-High riskStandard 4211/20/2025

    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, the Licensing specialist determined that the child listed on the supplemental had an expired medical physical. The form was last dated 12/8/2022 and is valid for two years. TA was provided to ensure that the child has a current medical physical on file by the due date. Specialist reviewed 13 newly enrolled childrens files as well as 16 additional childrens files of the 87 children enrolled in the facility. (Q-Z preschool by last name, 2 - SA, last name A) Due: 12/19/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-11-20. View official inspection document (report 4529b58a-64ec-4a0e-9612-8831daacfe11)

    Not corrected
  3. Medium-High riskStandard 4211/20/2025

    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, the Licensing specialist determined that the child listed on the supplemental did not have a medical physical on file within 30 days of enrollment. The child has been enrolled since 9/23/2025. TA was provided to ensure that the child has a current medical physical on file by the due date. Due: 12/19/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-11-20. View official inspection document (report 4529b58a-64ec-4a0e-9612-8831daacfe11)

    Not corrected
  4. Medium-High riskStandard 4111/20/2025

    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, the Licensing specialist determined that the children listed on the supplemental had expired Immunization records on file. Child 1s form expired on 11/19/2025. Child 2s form expired on 11/7/2025. Child 3s form expired on 11/13/2025. Child 4s form expired on 11/7/2025. TA was provided to ensure that the children have current Immunization forms on file by the due date. Due: 12/19/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-11-20. View official inspection document (report 4529b58a-64ec-4a0e-9612-8831daacfe11)

    Not corrected
  5. Medium-High riskStandard 3511/20/2025

    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, the Licensing specialist determined that the child care personnel listed on the supplemental did not complete annual exposure plan training. The training was last completed on 11/4/2024. TA was provided to ensure that the exposure plan refresher training is completed annually and documentation is placed on file for Licensing to review. Due: 12/19/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-11-20. View official inspection document (report 4529b58a-64ec-4a0e-9612-8831daacfe11)

    Not corrected
  6. Medium-High riskStandard 3011/20/2025

    30. Diapering CCF Handbook, Section 3.10 (30-06)

    Diaper changing occurred on a surface that was not impermeable. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, E Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed diapering mat in the infant classroom torn with tears causing the mat to not be impermeable. The provider immediately discarded of the mat at time of inspection. There was an impermeable mat stored in the classroom that the provider replaced torn the mat with. TA was provided to ensure that the diaper changing surface is impermeable. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-11-20. View official inspection document (report 4529b58a-64ec-4a0e-9612-8831daacfe11)

    Corrected at inspection
  7. Medium-High riskStandard 3011/20/2025

    30. Diapering CCF Handbook, Section 3.10 (30-02)

    The hand washing station in the diapering area did not include [ disposable towels or properly installed hand drying machine]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, A Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the older two year old classroom diaper changing area handwash sink with no paper towels or properly installed hand drying machine. The provider immediately placed paper towels near the handwash sink designated diapering in the classroom at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the hand wash sink designated for handwashing is stocked with all essentials items to properly wash hands. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-11-20. View official inspection document (report 4529b58a-64ec-4a0e-9612-8831daacfe11)

    Corrected at inspection
  8. Medium riskStandard 0911/20/2025

    09. Planned Activities CCF Handbook, Section 2.6 (09-06)

    The facility used electronic media time with children younger than 2 years of age. CCF Handbook, Section 2.6, C General Requirements [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed one year old children watching Youtube, with Gracies corner video and music playing on an Ipad propped upright and the screen facing the children. The specialist reminded the staff that children under the age of two years old are not permitted to have media offered to them. The specialist further explained that the children can listen to the audio but can not have media. The staff immediately positioned the Ipad screen around away from the children at time of inspection, this way children can listen to the nursery rhymes. TA was provided to ensure that children under 2 are not offered media while in care. Not Applicable Comments At the time of the inspection, the provider stated they do not take children on field trips, including walking field trips. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-11-20. View official inspection document (report 4529b58a-64ec-4a0e-9612-8831daacfe11)

    Corrected at inspection
  9. Medium riskStandard 0911/20/2025

    09. Planned Activities CCF Handbook, Section 2.6 (09-03)

    The facility's written plan of scheduled activities was not posted in a conspicuous place accessible to the custodial parents or legal guardians. CCF Handbook, Section 2.6 General Requirements [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed in the classroom with younger two year old children with no planned daily activity schedule posted to reflect their daily activities. The provider advised that they were in a one year old classroom today. The schedule posted was a one year old schedule. The provider immediately placed a daily schedule in the classroom at time of inspection appropriate for the children present. TA was provided to ensure that the daily activity schedule is posted in each classroom. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-11-20. View official inspection document (report 4529b58a-64ec-4a0e-9612-8831daacfe11)

    Corrected at inspection
  10. High riskStandard 0511/20/2025

    05. Transportation CCF Handbook, Section 2.5 (05-04)

    The facility's transportation log did not include [required information missing. The 1st sweep and 2nd sweep conducted by staff on a few dates in the past few months were observed with no signature. ]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.2 General Requirements [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the facilitys walking transportation logs with required information missing. The 1st sweep and 2nd sweep conducted by staff on a few dates in the past few months were observed with no signature. TA was provided to ensure that transportation logs are completed to include all required information. 06. Driver's License, Physician Certification & First Aid/CPR Training CCF Handbook, Section 2.5 and CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 Compliance Due: 12/19/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-11-20. View official inspection document (report 4529b58a-64ec-4a0e-9612-8831daacfe11)

    Not corrected
  11. Medium-High riskStandard 479/2/2025

    47. Access/Child Safety CCF Handbook, Section 8 (47-01)

    Child care personnel inappropriately interacted with children in care in a manner that was aggressive, demeaning or intimidating in nature. CCF Handbook, Section 8.2, C Enforcement [SR] Comments: At the time of the complaint inspection, information obtained through interview, revealed that the teacher left a significant scratch mark on a child's arm when trying to redirect a child's behavior due to not listening to instructions. The teacher was suspended for 2 weeks and asked to obtain additional training hours on how to interact with children per the owner's request. The noncompliance was resolved as the teacher is no longer in direct supervision of the child's classroom. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-09-02. View official inspection document (report 387ee35a-7d1f-4bd4-8b1f-dddedc913659)

    Corrected at inspection
  12. Medium-High riskStandard 178/26/2025

    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 reinspection, the Licensing specialist observed the facilitys outdoor play ground with small white-ish colored insects still in the resilient surface of mulch. The provider advised that she treated the mulch with a natural product however the insects are still present inner mixed in the mulch and soil. The provider dug near the stationary equipment of the 4 way seesaw, the airplane and the stationary bikes and the insects were present near all the equipment surrounded by mulch. The specialist observed what seemed to be more of the small insects this inspection. The specialist advised the provider to treat the soil and mulch to eliminate the insects with advisement from a pest control professional. TA was provided to ensure that the provider eliminates the small insects by the due date. 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 Due: 9/25/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-08-26. View official inspection document (report 8e766fd4-1291-434f-acdd-dbf34a6a631f)

    Not corrected
  13. High riskStandard 038/26/2025

    03. Ratio Sufficient CCF Handbook, Section 2.3 (03-01)

    A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [4 infant] children is required. A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [5 infant] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. General Requirements [SR] Comments: 1 staff; 5 infants 1 staff; 6 children age one year old 2 staff; 13 children ages four and five years old 1 staff; 8 children ages two years old 1 staff; 9 children ages three years old 4 other staff New ratio - 2 staff; 5 infants 1 staff; 6 children age one year old 2 staff; 13 children ages four and five years old 1 staff; 8 children ages two years old 1 staff; 9 children ages three years old 3 other staff 04. Supervision CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 Not Monitored 05. Transportation CCF Handbook, Section 2.5 Not Monitored 06. Driver's License, Physician Certification & First Aid/CPR Training CCF Handbook, Section 2.5 and CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 Not Monitored 07. Vehicle Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 Not Monitored Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-08-26. View official inspection document (report 8e766fd4-1291-434f-acdd-dbf34a6a631f)

    Corrected at inspection
  14. High riskStandard 467/24/2025

    46. Daily Attendance CCF Handbook, Section 7.5 (46-07)

    The attendance roster did not accompany the group of children in that [specialist observed the mixed classroom of two and three year old children on the playground at time ratio was conducted. The specialist asked the staff to review the attendance roster and the staff replied she left attendance in the classroom].CCF Handbook, Section 7.5, A Record Keeping [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the mixed classroom of two and three year old children on the playground at time ratio was conducted. The specialist asked the staff to review the attendance roster and the staff replied she left attendance in the classroom. The classroom was headed back into the classroom leaving the playground. The specialist and provider went into the classroom of the same age group and observed the attendance roster not filled out accounting for any children in care. The specialist asked the staff to complete attendance and the staff completed attendance at time of inspection accounting for all children present. The specialist also observed several classrooms leaving their classroom to go to the dining room near the kitchen to eat lunch and had to remind staff to have attendance with them. TA was provided to ensure that attendance rosters follow the child at all times. ENFORCEMENT Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-07-24. View official inspection document (report 41a8544b-2605-4cec-bf47-12e7b105f240)

    Corrected at inspection
  15. Medium riskStandard 337/24/2025

    33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 (33-01)

    Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the 40 hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement. CCF Handbook Section 4.2.1 Comments: At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist determined that the child care personnel listed on the supplemental has not complete required DCF introductory training. The staff was observed in direct supervision alone with one year old children on the playground during the time ratio was conducted. The provider advised that the staff was supposed to only help in the kitchen due to no training. The specialist reviewed the personnels 5131 background screening form which reflected the staff was child care personnel. The staff started in the industry at the facility on 3/15/2024. TA was provided to ensure that the staff obtains 40 hour training by the due date. Due: 8/22/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-07-24. View official inspection document (report 41a8544b-2605-4cec-bf47-12e7b105f240)

    Not corrected

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About this daycare

  • Location: LAKELAND, POLK County
  • Capacity: 100
  • Type: Child Care Facility

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