Dawson's Learning Academy LLC

LAKELAND, FLChild Care FacilityLicensed

4.5based on state inspection data
Capacity51
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$973/mo

Contact information

Address905 E Parker St, Lakeland FL, 33801

CityLAKELAND, FL 33801

CountyPOLK

Phone8638163081

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

Capacity51

Compliance snapshot

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

  • High1
  • Medium-High14
  • Medium7
  • Medium-Low3
  • Low0

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905 E Parker St, Lakeland FL, 33801, LAKELAND, FL 33801

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Violation summary

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

  • High0
  • Medium-High11
  • Medium4
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

2026

  1. Medium-High riskStandard 302/2/2026

    30. Diapering CCF Handbook, Section 3.10 (30-05)

    The diaper changing surface was not cleaned and sanitized or disinfected after each use. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, E Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, the specialist observed the diaper changing tables (both one year old classrooms) were in need of cleaning. The provider has until the due date to have these areas cleaned. At that time they will return to compliance for these standards. Due: 3/2/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-02-02. View official inspection document (report eb19503d-9767-456a-89cc-6905d4910b7e)

    Not corrected
  2. Medium-High riskStandard 302/2/2026

    30. Diapering CCF Handbook, Section 3.10 (30-03)

    The hand washing sink was used for something other than hand washing in that [There were sippy cups in the sink.]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, C Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, the specialist observed cups in the sink of the infant room, the specialist gave TA to the staff and the staff removed the cups from the sink. This returned the facility back into compliance for this standard. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-02-02. View official inspection document (report eb19503d-9767-456a-89cc-6905d4910b7e)

    Corrected at inspection
  3. Medium riskStandard 122/2/2026

    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 the inspection, the specialist observed the back door that leads to the playground is in need of cleaning. The provider has until the due date to have these areas cleaned. At that time they will return to compliance for these standards. Due: 3/2/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-02-02. View official inspection document (report eb19503d-9767-456a-89cc-6905d4910b7e)

    Not corrected

2025

  1. Medium riskStandard 3310/2/2025

    33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 (33-03)

    The facility did not have documentation to show child care personnel had begun the introductory training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.1 Comments: At the time of the inspection, the provider had a staff member that began employment in June of 2025. As of this inspection, the specialist was not given proof that the employee had begun her training. The provider is checking with the staff member as the staff is a student, and classes are provider through school. The provider has until the due date, or the staff shows proof that the classes began in the allotted timeframe. At that time the facility will return to compliance for this standard. Due: 11/12/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-10-02. View official inspection document (report 0062f741-46eb-450b-b917-746fd95e329a)

    Not corrected
  2. Medium-High riskStandard 306/2/2025

    30. Diapering CCF Handbook, Section 3.10 CCF Handbook, Section 3.10 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (30-03)

    The hand washing sink was used for something other than hand washing in that [used for bottle washing, mixing formula for current feedings]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, the specialist observed prepared and recently cleaned bottles on the handwashing sink. There was also a brush for bottle cleaning on the handwashing sink. The specialist recommended to the staff to only make one bottle at a time right before feeding each infant. The specialist also gave TA as a reminder that nothing can be rinsed out or washed in the handwashing only sink; the staff should have these items cleaned in the food preparation area- or kitchen only. The staff moved the bottles and cleansing brush from the handwashing sink; returning the facility back into compliance for this standard. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-06-02. View official inspection document (report e1da1438-cde3-4c1e-8245-cda25bdd646e)

    Not corrected
  3. Medium-High riskStandard 236/2/2025

    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 the renewal inspection, the provider did not have a current fire inspection completed. The last fire inspection was completed on 4/15/2024. The provider has until the due date to have the fire department come to the facility and complete a current, passing fire inspection. At that time the facility will return to compliance. FOOD AND NUTRITION 24. Food Preparation Area CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-06-02. View official inspection document (report e1da1438-cde3-4c1e-8245-cda25bdd646e)

    Not corrected
  4. Medium-High riskStandard 126/2/2025

    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 specialist observed a vent that was very rusty. The specialist recommended having the vent replaced. The provider has until the due date to have the vent replaced and that will return the facility back into compliance. 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 2025-06-02. View official inspection document (report e1da1438-cde3-4c1e-8245-cda25bdd646e)

    Not corrected
  5. Medium-High riskStandard 302/5/2025

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

    The hand washing station in the diapering area did not include [ running water]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, A Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, the specialist observed that the handwashing sink in the one year old class had no handle to pump in the water. The provider has until the due date to have the handle fixed or replaced. This will return the provider to compliance Due: 3/4/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-02-05. View official inspection document (report c4080bdb-62a6-4b2f-8c5b-c0cf3609c1f4)

    Not corrected
  6. Medium-High riskStandard 302/5/2025

    30. Diapering CCF Handbook, Section 3.10 (30-03)

    The hand washing sink was used for something other than hand washing in that [items in around the handwashing sink (dishes, paint, paintbrushes, clean diapers)]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, C Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, the specialist observed the handwashing sink in the one year old classroom was missing its handle and had clean diapers sitting inside the bowl. The diapers were removed. The specialist also observed bowls, cups, and paintbrushes on the sink in the VPK room. The specialist observed that there were items on the ledge of the sink in the infant room; the items were removed. TA was given to inform teachers that the sink is for handwashing only. The items were removed. The provider has until the due date to have the sink in the one year old room fixed or replaced to return to compliance. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-02-05. View official inspection document (report c4080bdb-62a6-4b2f-8c5b-c0cf3609c1f4)

    Not corrected
  7. Medium riskStandard 332/5/2025

    33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 (33-02)

    The facility did not have documentation of child care personnel's completion of required training on the training transcript in that [staff records missing training logs and transcripts.]. CCF Handbook, Section 4.5 Training [SR] Comments: The specialist observed that 8/12 staff files were missing the training logs and/or transcripts. The provider has until the due date to present the transcripts and/or training logs to the specialist to return to compliance. Due: 3/5/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-02-05. View official inspection document (report c4080bdb-62a6-4b2f-8c5b-c0cf3609c1f4)

    Not corrected
  8. Medium riskStandard 332/5/2025

    33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 (33-03)

    The facility did not have documentation to show child care personnel had begun the introductory training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.1 Comments: At the time of the inspection, the specialist observed that an employee that began working on 10/24/24 has not begun introductory training (today's date: 2/5/25). Provider has until due date, to show that the staff member has begun training courses, this will return the facility back to compliance. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-02-05. View official inspection document (report c4080bdb-62a6-4b2f-8c5b-c0cf3609c1f4)

    Not corrected

2024

  1. Medium-High riskStandard 2010/29/2024

    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 the inspection, there was one infant in the bouncy with a blanket. The provider took off the blanket from the infant therefore it was completed at the time of the inspection. 21. Restrooms and Bath Facilities CCF Handbook, Section 3.7 CCF Handbook, Section 3.7 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 22. Operable Phone CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.1 CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.1 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 23. Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness CCF Handbook, Section 3.8 CCF Handbook, Section 3.8 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored FOOD AND NUTRITION 24. Food Preparation Area CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 25. Meals and Snacks CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 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) Not Monitored Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-10-29. View official inspection document (report e14b8569-70a2-46b3-bc45-5d2bf778b8a3)

    Not corrected
  2. Medium-High riskStandard 129/24/2024

    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 rug in the three year old room and the rug in the four year old room were dirty. The diaper change mat in the one year old room was dirty. The rug in the three year old room and the rug in the four year old room will need to be cleaned. The diaper mat in the one year old room will need to be replaced before the due date on the inspection. 13. Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons CCF Handbook, Section 3.2 CCF Handbook, Section 3.2 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 14. Lighting, Temperature, and Ventilation CCF Handbook, Section 3.3 CCF Handbook, Section 3.3 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 15. Licensed Capacity CCF Handbook , Section 3.4 CCF Handbook , Section 3.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 16. Indoor Floor Space CCF Handbook, Section 3.4 CCF Handbook, Section 3.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 17. Outdoor Play Area/Fencing CCF Handbook, Section 3.5 CCF Handbook, Section 3.5 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 18. Bedding and Linens CCF Handbook, Section 3.6 CCF Handbook, Section 3.6 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 19. Nap/Sleep Space Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.2 CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.2 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 20. Crib Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 3.6 CCF Handbook, Section 3.6 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 21. Restrooms and Bath Facilities CCF Handbook, Section 3.7 CCF Handbook, Section 3.7 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 22. Operable Phone CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.1 CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.1 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 23. Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness CCF Handbook, Section 3.8 CCF Handbook, Section 3.8 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored FOOD AND NUTRITION 24. Food Preparation Area CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 25. Meals and Snacks CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 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) Not Monitored Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-09-24. View official inspection document (report b0e0b5e6-6815-4934-a48f-0530d6337031)

    Not corrected
  3. Medium-High riskStandard 259/24/2024

    25. Meals and Snacks CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (25-02)

    Children were provided food that was not age appropriate and/or posed a choking hazard. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, B & C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, in the one year old room the sausages were not cut into pieces inch or smaller to prevent choking. The provider cut the sausages in quarters therefore it was completed at the time of the inspection. 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 Not Applicable Comments At the time of the inspection, the provider does not receive food from an outside source. 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) Not Applicable 28. Bottles, Breastmilk, Formula and Infant Food CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 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 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-09-24. View official inspection document (report d891ca41-5b79-469e-b085-5d24fe90f0ff)

    Not corrected
  4. Medium-High riskStandard 129/24/2024

    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 the inspection, one electrical outlet cover was missing from two year old room. The provider plugged the tv in the electrical outlet therefore it was completed at the time of the inspection. 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 2024-09-24. View official inspection document (report d891ca41-5b79-469e-b085-5d24fe90f0ff)

    Not corrected

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About this daycare

  • Location: LAKELAND, POLK County
  • Capacity: 51
  • Type: Child Care Facility

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