Elite Academy Of Polk County LLC
WINTER HAVEN, FL·Child Care FacilityLicensed
Contact information
Address560 3rd St SW, Winter Haven FL, 33880
CountyPOLK
Phone8636320171
Operating details
HoursMon 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Tue 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Wed 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Thu 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Fri 6:30AM to 6:00PM
Capacity110
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 4/15/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High8
- Medium-High15
- Medium2
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
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560 3rd St SW, Winter Haven FL, 33880, WINTER HAVEN, FL 33880
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Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 4/15/2026
- High6
- Medium-High8
- Medium1
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2026
- High riskStandard 334/15/2026
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 observed the child care personnel listed on the supplemental did not completed required school readiness preservice courses within 90 days of employment at the facility. Staff 1 started at the facility on 9/23/2024. Staff 2 started at the facility on 9/8/2025. TA was provided to ensure that the training courses are completed by the due date. Due: 5/15/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-15. View official inspection document (report 350929e2-8d33-4691-9164-4bd94c28f665)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 254/15/2026
25. Meals and Snacks CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (25-01)
Meals and/or snacks supplied by the facility did not meet the daily nutritional needs of the children in care in that [ the facilitys menu and food items served for lunch did not meet 5 food groups on the monthly menu]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the facilitys menu and food items served for lunch did not meet 5 food groups on the monthly menu. The provider also advised that they offer a beverage of 100 percent juice or milk with each meal that counts as a food group. The provider and specialist verbally discussed added an extra food group as needed for the remainder of the current week. The provider is aware that the next following weeks the menu must contain a total of 5 food groups for compliance. The provider revised the menu at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the weekly posted menu includes all appropriate food groups per meal. 5 f.g. = lunch 2 f.g. = snack 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 stated that all children receive a meal and snack from the facility and do not order food from any outside source including pizza. 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 Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-15. View official inspection document (report 350929e2-8d33-4691-9164-4bd94c28f665)
Corrected at inspection - Medium-High riskStandard 184/15/2026
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 a couple of childrens napping mats in the VPK classroom that were torn with tears causing the mats to not be impermeable. The provider had extra new mats on hand and replaced the mats at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the childrens 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 2026-04-15. View official inspection document (report 350929e2-8d33-4691-9164-4bd94c28f665)
Corrected at inspection - Medium-High riskStandard 124/15/2026
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 inspection, the Licensing specialist observed air conditioning vents with dust build up in the VPK classroom near the front side of the classroom. Also, in the mixed classroom of one and two year old children in the restroom the air circulator was also observed with dust in need of cleaning. The provider cleaned the vents at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the facility is observed clean. 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 2026-04-15. View official inspection document (report 350929e2-8d33-4691-9164-4bd94c28f665)
Corrected at inspection
2025
- High riskStandard 3311/4/2025
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. Due: 12/4/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-11-04. View official inspection document (report 88a4454b-5651-4a17-9db4-aae52aa44eb8)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 358/8/2025
35. (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 (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 Due: 9/7/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-08-08. View official inspection document (report 9e7d2d9d-31a0-411d-b106-738726711eca)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 338/8/2025
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: 9/7/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-08-08. View official inspection document (report 9e7d2d9d-31a0-411d-b106-738726711eca)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 238/8/2025
23. (23-01)
The facility did not have documented proof of an annual fire 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, Licensing Specialist determined that the facility failed to have the annual fined inspection completed annually. The facility last year fire inspection was completed on 7/30/24 and this year fire inspection was completed on 8/1/25. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that fire inspection is completed annually. This standard was brought back into compliance when provided had fire inspection completed. • Fire drill conducted 9/18/24, 10/24/24, 11/18/24, 12/16/24, 1/20/25, 2/18/25, 3/17/25, 4/8/25, 5/2/25, 6/12/25, and 7/2/25. • A fire drill was conducted today in the presence of the licensing authority using the approved fire alarm system which made an audible sound. • Emergency Preparedness drill conducted 2/20/25 (lock down) and 6/17/25 (inclement weather). • Fire inspection conducted 8/1/25 • Fire extinguisher serviced November 2024. • FOOD AND NUTRITION 24. Food Preparation Area CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-08-08. View official inspection document (report 9e7d2d9d-31a0-411d-b106-738726711eca)
Corrected at inspection - Medium-High riskStandard 173/18/2025
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 the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the yellow steering wheel post on the platform bus with rust, peeling paint, and signs of wear. Technical assistance was provided to repair or replace the play equipment before the due date on the inspection. Also, to monitor all playground equipment for signs of wearing and damage and repair or replace. This standard was brought back into compliance when Provider repainted the post. • Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-03-18. View official inspection document (report 85377102-30de-4122-afa6-de335b0f681f)
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 123/18/2025
12. Facility Environment CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 (12-02)
An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A Physical Environment [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed several stained ceiling tiles throughout the facility. Technical assistance was provided to ensure the tiles are replaced. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that the bathroom in the classroom not is use is cleaned regularly. Also, clean the carpet in the classroom not in use is cleaned. • Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-03-18. View official inspection document (report 85377102-30de-4122-afa6-de335b0f681f)
Not corrected - High riskStandard 133/18/2025
13. Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons CCF Handbook, Section 3.2 (13-01)
A potentially harmful item, [cleaning chemical], was not labeled as required. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B Physical Environment [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed spray bottle in the VPK classroom with unknown cleaning chemical that was not labeled. It was later determined the spray bottle contained cleaning solution. Technical assistance was provided to ensure all harmful chemicals are labeled. This standard was brought back into compliance when the provider labeled the spray bottle. • Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-03-18. View official inspection document (report 85377102-30de-4122-afa6-de335b0f681f)
Not corrected - High riskStandard 133/18/2025
13. Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons CCF Handbook, Section 3.2 (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 Physical Environment [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed a classroom not in use, used as a storage room with paint, chemicals, and other hazardous chemicals. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that the room is secured and not accessible to the children in care. This standard was brought back into compliance when Provider locked/secured the door. • Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-03-18. View official inspection document (report 85377102-30de-4122-afa6-de335b0f681f)
Not corrected - High riskStandard 453/18/2025
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 10 days. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-03-18. View official inspection document (report 85377102-30de-4122-afa6-de335b0f681f)
Not corrected - High riskStandard 041/31/2025
04. Supervision CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 (04-01)
Supervision of children in the [1 year old] group was inadequate in that [several children were climbing on table different times, resulting in one child pulling a peer off the table.]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 General Requirements [SR] Comments: During the investigation, video surveillance obtained revealed that a teacher removed children from climbing off the table several times during the timeframe she was diapering. During this the children that were climbing on table one child pulled a peer off the table making them fall and bump their head. The noncompliance was resolved due to the teacher being fired, and the table being removed from the classroom. 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 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-01-31. View official inspection document (report 9759fd22-0e1d-4863-83f9-3c0c2535ea84)
Not corrected
2024
- Medium-High riskStandard 3911/5/2024
39. Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation CCF Handbook, Section 6.3 & 6.4 (39-03)
Child care personnel failed to document an accident or incident on the day that it occurred. CCF Handbook, Section 6.4, A Health Requirements [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the facility failed to complete an incident report. Initially, no Child Care Personnel had noticed that the childs eye was swollen, but when the Parent pointed it out, Child Care Personnel admitted that the childs eye swollen therefore an incident report should have been written. Technical assistance was incident/accident report must be shared with the custodial parent or legal guardian on the date of occurrence. This standard was brought back into compliance as the child no longer is enrolled. • 40. Medication CCF Handbook, Section 6.5 Not Monitored RECORD KEEPING 41. Immunization Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 Not Monitored 42. Student Health and Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 Not Monitored 43. Enrollment Information CCF Handbook, Section 7.3 & s. 402.3054(2), F.S. Not Monitored 44. Personnel Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 Not Monitored 45. Background Screening Documents CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 Not Monitored 46. Daily Attendance CCF Handbook, Section 7.5 Not Monitored ENFORCEMENT 47. Access/Child Safety CCF Handbook, Section 8 Not Monitored Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-11-05. View official inspection document (report 3fad4b26-a554-4a03-b72a-e5357dcec6c3)
Not corrected
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About this daycare
- Location: WINTER HAVEN, POLK County
- Capacity: 110
- Type: Child Care Facility
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