Kid City Usa - Lake Wales
LAKE WALES, FL·Child Care FacilityLicensed
Contact information
Address712 N Scenic Hwy, Lake Wales FL, 33853
CountyPOLK
Phone8636762351
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
Capacity98
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 5/20/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High8
- Medium-High12
- Medium4
- Medium-Low1
- Low0
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712 N Scenic Hwy, Lake Wales FL, 33853, LAKE WALES, FL 33853
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Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 5/20/2026
- High8
- Medium-High12
- Medium4
- Medium-Low1
- Low0
2026
- High riskStandard 335/20/2026
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, Licensing Specialist determined that the Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental did not complete required School Readiness preservice training. 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: 6/19/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-05-20. View official inspection document (report d57b023e-ce75-4a4c-95c7-fb240bf9507c)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 325/20/2026
32. (32-07)
The ground cover or other protective surface under the [swing set] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments: At the time of reinspection, Licensing Specialist observed the stationary equipment (swing set) with less than 6 inches of ground cover or protective surface in the fall zone area. Technical assistance was provided that permanent or stationary playground equipment must have a fall/use zone that extends a minimum of 6 feet in all directions from the perimeter of the equipment. All types of ground cover must be maintained to provide resilience and reduce the incidence of injuries to children in the event of falls. This standard was brought back into compliance when Provider added more mulch. • TRAINING Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-05-20. View official inspection document (report d57b023e-ce75-4a4c-95c7-fb240bf9507c)
Corrected at inspection - Medium-High riskStandard 305/20/2026
30. Diapering CCF Handbook, Section 3.10 CCF Handbook, Section 3.10 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (30-07)
Items unrelated to diaper changing were stored in the diaper changing area or placed on the diaper changing table/surface. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, G (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed a cup and ball on the changing table in the classroom with capacity of 15. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that only items related to diapering should be on/under the table changing table. This standard was brought back into compliance when Provider removed the items from under the changing table. • Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-05-20. View official inspection document (report d57b023e-ce75-4a4c-95c7-fb240bf9507c)
Corrected at inspection - Medium-High riskStandard 235/20/2026
23. (23-15)
Emergency preparedness drills were not conducted when children were in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.5, B (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 conduct an emergency preparedness drill (lock down) the prior licensed year. On 1/6/26, Provider was advised to ensure emergency preparedness drill is conducted prior to license expires. Technical assistance was provided lockdown and inclement weather drills shall be conducted a minimum of one time each per operating year when children are in care and the documentation of these drills must be maintained for 12 months from the date of the drill. Fire drills were conducted 3/12/26 and 4/9/26. • Emergency preparedness drill was conducted 2/25/26 (lock down). • Fire inspection conducted on 1/21/26. • Fire extinguisher serviced January 2026. • FOOD AND NUTRITION 24. Food Preparation Area CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Due: 6/19/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-05-20. View official inspection document (report d57b023e-ce75-4a4c-95c7-fb240bf9507c)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 145/20/2026
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 lighting throughout the facility was checked: Room 1 (capacity 7) measured between 12.13 to 124.8 candle foot. • Room 2 (capacity 10) measured between 56.9 to 103.9 candle foot. • Room 3 (capacity 16) measured between 39.9 to 100.4 candle foot. • Room 4 (capacity 15) measured between 13.29 to 84.6 candle foot. • Room 5 (capacity 24) measured between 25.3 to 100.9 candle foot. • Room 6 (capacity 26) measured between 30.4 to 110.9 candle foot. • Classrooms with capacity of 7 and 15 did not have appropriate candle foot. Technical assistance was provided that all areas of the facility must have lighting that provides adequate illumination and comfort for facility activities, a minimum of 20 foot-candles of lighting is required. Lighting must be sufficient to allow for adequate supervision and safe entering and exiting of the room. 15. Licensed Capacity CCF Handbook , Section 3.4 CCF Handbook , Section 3.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Due: 6/19/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-05-20. View official inspection document (report d57b023e-ce75-4a4c-95c7-fb240bf9507c)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 241/6/2026
24. (24-24)
Frozen food was not [ labeled by date and type]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, F.2 and 3. (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed packages of frozen foods (hamburgers, pancakes, and French toast sticks) stored in freezer in the food storage area that were not labeled with the food item name and dated with the expiration date. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that the frozen food items stored are labeled with name and date of expiration by the due date. Due: 2/5/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-01-06. View official inspection document (report 49555a92-235b-48ca-87c4-1ed415baa8c4)
Not corrected - High riskStandard 051/6/2026
05. Transportation CCF Handbook, Section 2.5 CCF Handbook, Section 2.5 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (05-02)
The facility did not maintain a log for all children being transported in a vehicle. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.2 A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the transportation log on several dates with, the second sweep signature was missing and the time on and off the van missing Technical assistance was provided to ensure that the transportation logs are completed in its entirety. This standard was brought back into compliance. • 06. Driver's License, Physician Certification & First Aid/CPR Training CCF Handbook, Section 2.5 and CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 CCF Handbook, Section 2.5 and CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Compliance Comments Transportation Vans 35E X5Z Ford E-350 (alarm working) • 07. Vehicle Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 08. Seat Belts/Child Restraints CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 and CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.5 CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 and CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.5 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-01-06. View official inspection document (report 49555a92-235b-48ca-87c4-1ed415baa8c4)
Corrected at inspection - Medium-High riskStandard 131/6/2026
13. (13-01)
A potentially harmful item, [cleaning chemical], was not labeled as required. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed spray two bottles inside the infant 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 Provider labeled the spray bottle. • 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 2026-01-06. View official inspection document (report 49555a92-235b-48ca-87c4-1ed415baa8c4)
Corrected at inspection - Medium-High riskStandard 301/6/2026
30. Diapering CCF Handbook, Section 3.10 CCF Handbook, Section 3.10 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (30-07)
Items unrelated to diaper changing were stored in the diaper changing area or placed on the diaper changing table/surface. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, G (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed clean sheets, shoes, baby food, etc. stored under the changing table in the infant classroom. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that only items related to diapering should be on/under the table changing table. This standard was brought back into compliance when Provider removed the items from under the changing table. • Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-01-06. View official inspection document (report 49555a92-235b-48ca-87c4-1ed415baa8c4)
Corrected at inspection - Medium-High riskStandard 451/6/2026
45. (45-04)
An employment history verification was not documented and on file. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined the Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental had an incomplete 5-year work history in their file (no verifications completed and/or not a full 5-years' worth of employment). Technical assistance was given to the provider to complete prior to the due date. Due: 2/5/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-01-06. View official inspection document (report 49555a92-235b-48ca-87c4-1ed415baa8c4)
Not corrected - High riskStandard 451/6/2026
45. (45-07)
Background screening was not completed: [ after a 90-day break in service.] CCF Handbook, Section 5.2 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental had a 90-day break in services and a background screening resubmission was not completed. Technical assistance was provided to rescreen any Child Care Personnel with a 90-day break in service. Due: 2/5/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-01-06. View official inspection document (report 49555a92-235b-48ca-87c4-1ed415baa8c4)
Not corrected
2025
- High riskStandard 249/12/2025
24. Food Preparation Area CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 (24-21)
Open packages of perishable or leftover foods were not [ labeled with date]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, D Food and Nutrition [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, sausage and chicken patties in the freezer was not labeled with a date. the provider was advised to ensure that if food is not kept in the original content's container or box, the mfg expiration date is save or written out to maintain compliance of this standard. The kitchen personnel and director were present and asked questions about the process to remedy going forward. The kitchen personnel added the date that reflected when the package was opened per the last menu it was used to resolve this noncompliance. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-09-12. View official inspection document (report bb25a021-213d-4469-8034-ca2064812362)
Corrected at inspection - Medium riskStandard 149/12/2025
14. Lighting, Temperature, and Ventilation CCF Handbook, Section 3.3 (14-02)
All reading, painting and other close work areas did not have lighting equivalent to 50 foot candles on the work surface. CCF Handbook, Section 3.3.1, B Physical Environment [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection the lighting in the VPK in several different areas where children were reading, or work areas did not read at least 50 ft candles. On their rug during active circle time, the ft candle meter read 30.9 and the two tables in the front of the classroom where they do their work read 29.0. The provider was advised to change the bulbs to maintain compliance of this standard. Due: 10/10/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-09-12. View official inspection document (report bb25a021-213d-4469-8034-ca2064812362)
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 129/12/2025
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 bathroom in the after schoolers classroom on the left side of the 2 year old class had built up dirt along side of the sink on the floor between the toilet bottom and sink in both bathrooms. The sink handles in this classroom bathroom also had grime, rust, calcium build up on it. The double french doors in this classroom that leads to the outside of the building on the far right side of the building had black mildew and water stains coming from the outside. The outside of the door frame and the top of the door leaked into the inside and caused staining. The diapering changing table in the 2 year old classroom had sand/dirt along the impermeable pad surface it was stained. The sponge blue and white numbers rug in the infant classroom and the alphabet colorful rug in the 1 year old classroom is in need of cleaning. Thos rugs have high traffic spots and needs to be cleaned. The provider was advised to clean the area to maintain compliance of this standard. The french doors, the diapering table and the bathroom noncompliances were resolved, however the sponge mats in the infant class were removed to be cleaned at a later time. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-09-12. View official inspection document (report bb25a021-213d-4469-8034-ca2064812362)
Corrected at inspection - Medium-Low riskStandard 466/2/2025
46. Daily Attendance CCF Handbook, Section 7.5 (46-07)
The attendance roster did not accompany the group of children in that [it did not represent the number of children inside the classroom].CCF Handbook, Section 7.5, A Record Keeping [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed classrooms (infant 1-year-old and 3-year-old 4-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. The children were moved into on classroom as the numbers when down but was not accounted for. 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 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-06-02. View official inspection document (report 3947e05d-6447-4421-a405-8d5a06101295)
Not corrected - High riskStandard 456/2/2025
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. This standard was brought back into compliance when provider updated clearinghouse roster. • Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-06-02. View official inspection document (report 3947e05d-6447-4421-a405-8d5a06101295)
Not corrected - High riskStandard 446/2/2025
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, Licensing Specialist determined that the Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental did not have a current CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form signed on file. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that the Child Care Personnel must sign CF FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements annually. Licensing Specialist reviewed all Child Care Personnel files, totaling 8. • Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-06-02. View official inspection document (report 3947e05d-6447-4421-a405-8d5a06101295)
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 333/11/2025
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 the reinspection, the licensing specialist observed the staff listed on the supplemental did not successfully complete the Departments training. The staff needs to complete Part 2. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff complete/pass the test prior to the due date. 34. Credentialed Staff CCF Handbook, Section 4.6 & 4.7 Not Monitored HEALTH REQUIREMENTS 35. Communicable Disease Control CCF Handbook, Section 6.1 Not Monitored 36. CPR Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4 Not Monitored 37. First Aid Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4 and 6.2 Not Monitored 38. Emergency Telephone Numbers CCF Handbook, Section 6.3 Not Monitored 39. Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation CCF Handbook, Section 6.3 & 6.4 Not Monitored 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 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-03-11. View official inspection document (report 93962058-d80c-4ecf-832b-75732edebeac)
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 123/11/2025
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 the reinspection, the licensing specialist observed the upstairs classroom (near the 3-year-old classroom) and the 2-year-old classroom near the exit door to the playground still had peeling paint. Technical assistance was given to the provider to repaint all areas prior to the due date. 13. Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons CCF Handbook, Section 3.2 Not Monitored 14. Lighting, Temperature, and Ventilation CCF Handbook, Section 3.3 Not Monitored 15. Licensed Capacity CCF Handbook , Section 3.4 Not Monitored 16. Indoor Floor Space CCF Handbook, Section 3.4 Not Monitored Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-03-11. View official inspection document (report 93962058-d80c-4ecf-832b-75732edebeac)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 173/11/2025
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 reinspection, the licensing specialist observed the facility still has multiple boards on the playground fencing that were loose. Technical assistance was given to the provider to walk the entire perimeter of the fencing and secure all loose boards prior to the 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 FOOD AND NUTRITION 24. Food Preparation Area CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 Not Monitored 25. Meals and Snacks CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 Not Monitored 26. Meal and Snack Menus CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3 & Section 7 Not Monitored Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-03-11. View official inspection document (report 93962058-d80c-4ecf-832b-75732edebeac)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 462/7/2025
46. Daily Attendance CCF Handbook, Section 7.5 CCF Handbook, Section 7.5 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (46-03)
Child care personnel failed to ensure arrival and departure times were complete and accurate at the time of arrival or departure. CCF Handbook, Section 7.5, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed all daily attendance sheets and observed that the children listed on the supplemental were missing time in, time out and or a parent or guardian signature. Technical assistance was given to the provider to designate 1 staff to be responsible to ensure the daily attendance sheets are complete daily. Another suggestion was to highlight the entry on the sheet to ensure the parent/guardian sees and can correct and to ensure all daily attendance sheets are accurate/current prior to the due date. ENFORCEMENT Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-02-07. View official inspection document (report 37a081c2-66df-412c-b1e7-b2df410b63b0)
Not corrected - High riskStandard 452/7/2025
45. (45-07)
Background screening was not completed: [ after a 90-day break in service.] CCF Handbook, Section 5.2 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed all staff files & observed the staff listed on the supplemental had a 90-day break in service and was not rescreened prior to employment. Technical assistance was given to the provider to initiate a resubmission through the Clearinghouse prior to the due date. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-02-07. View official inspection document (report 37a081c2-66df-412c-b1e7-b2df410b63b0)
Not corrected - High riskStandard 442/7/2025
44. Personnel Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed all 11 staff files and observed the staff listed on the supplemental had an expired Child Abuse & Neglect form in their file. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff sign a new form prior to the due date. The provider was reminded this form must be signed annually on or before the prior year's date. 45. Background Screening Documents CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Noncompliance Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-02-07. View official inspection document (report 37a081c2-66df-412c-b1e7-b2df410b63b0)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 412/7/2025
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 the inspection, the licensing specialist observed the child listed on the supplemental had an expired immunization record in their file. Technical assistance was given to the provider to obtain a current form from the parent/guardian prior to the due date. Compliance Comments At the time of the inspection, the provider stated there were 63 children enrolled and 24 children's files Q - Z and A- C were reviewed and found to be in compliance. 42. Student Health and Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Compliance Comments At the time of the inspection, the provider stated there were 63 children enrolled and 24 children's files Q - Z and A- C were reviewed and found to be in compliance. 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 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-02-07. View official inspection document (report 37a081c2-66df-412c-b1e7-b2df410b63b0)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 332/7/2025
33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 CCF Handbook, Section 4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Comments: At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed all staff files and determined that the staff listed on the supplemental had not started the required DCF 40 hour training within 90 days of employment/industry start date. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff start a class in Part 1 or Part 2 prior to the due date. Due: . Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-02-07. View official inspection document (report 37a081c2-66df-412c-b1e7-b2df410b63b0)
Not corrected
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About this daycare
- Location: LAKE WALES, POLK County
- Capacity: 98
- Type: Child Care Facility
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