KidShip Early Learning Academy, LLC.
LAKE WALES, FL·Child Care FacilityLicensed
Contact information
Address207 Emerald Ave, Lake Wales FL, 33853
CountyPOLK
Phone8635895441
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
Capacity39
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 5/19/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High8
- Medium-High16
- Medium1
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
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207 Emerald Ave, Lake Wales FL, 33853, LAKE WALES, FL 33853
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Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 5/19/2026
- High8
- Medium-High16
- Medium1
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2026
- High riskStandard 445/19/2026
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 reinspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the Child Care Personnel/Volunteer 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 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 Due: 6/18/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-05-19. View official inspection document (report 658b2258-aac5-4499-a4e5-6989a16ad6d7)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 355/19/2026
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 reinspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the Child Care Personnel listed on the supplemental did not have exposure plan/bloodborne pathogen training on files. Technical assistance was provided that personnel are required to be educated on the homes exposure plan regarding standard precautions before beginning to work and annually thereafter. Written documentation that child care personnel have participated in the homes annual refresher education for the exposure plan and understand the proper procedures in the event there is exposure to blood and potentially infectious fluids must be retained for 12 months and be available for licensing to review. 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 Compliance Comments At the time of reinspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the child listed on the supplemental had current immunization on file. Due: 6/18/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-05-19. View official inspection document (report 257edc9d-0bb8-442a-8f67-12c38fac1ef6)
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 145/19/2026
14. Lighting, Temperature, and Ventilation CCF Handbook, Section 3.3 (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 Physical Environment [SR] Comments: At the time of the reinspection, the lighting throughout the facility was checked: Room 3 (capacity 12) measured between 11.24 to 181.9 candle foot. • Room 4 (capacity 12) measured between 17.01 to 114.1 candle foot. • Classrooms with capacity of 12 and 12 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 Not Monitored 16. Indoor Floor Space CCF Handbook, Section 3.4 Not Monitored Compliance Comments At the time of reinspection, Licensing Specialist did not observe any gaps larger than 3 inches. Provider placed lattice in the gapped area. Due: 6/18/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-05-19. View official inspection document (report 257edc9d-0bb8-442a-8f67-12c38fac1ef6)
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) (25-15)
Milk and/or food sat out longer than 15 minutes prior to the beginning of the meal. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.5, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed a gallon of cow milk on the cabinet/counter for over 15 minutes. Licensing Specialist first observed the milk at 7:42am and it sat out after 8:14am, evidence with photo timestamps. Technical assistance was provided that milk and food must not sit out for longer than 15 minutes prior to the beginning of the meal to avoid contamination and spoilage. This standard was brought back into compliance when Provider placed the milk back in the refrigerator. • 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 inspection, Provider stated that all children receive a meal from the child care 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 510609e6-39c2-480a-9e46-cf5060506f96)
Corrected at inspection - Medium-High riskStandard 124/15/2026
12. (12-19)
Indoor and outdoor play areas were not inspected daily for basic health and safety and/or any problems were not corrected before the play area is used by children and/or daily inspection logs were not maintained for 12 months. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, the facility failed to complete the facilitys daily indoor and outdoor checklist inspection. The provider was reminded that indoor and outdoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety and documented on a daily inspection log and any problems must be corrected before the play area is used by children. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that the bathroom ceiling vents are cleaned. • 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) Noncompliance Due: 5/15/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-15. View official inspection document (report 510609e6-39c2-480a-9e46-cf5060506f96)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 144/15/2026
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 6) measured between 51.6 to 102.8 candle foot • Room 2 (capacity 11) measured between 21.0 to 73.1 candle foot. • Room 3 (capacity 12) measured between 8.79 to 68.7 candle foot. • Room 4 (capacity 12) measured between 9.80 to 127.9 candle foot. • Classrooms with capacity of 12 and 12 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: 5/15/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-15. View official inspection document (report 510609e6-39c2-480a-9e46-cf5060506f96)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 174/15/2026
17. (17-06)
The facilitys fencing walls or gate area had gaps that could allow children to exit the outdoor play area. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, F (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the playground fence had at least 4 inch gap. Technical assistance was provided to ensure fencing, including gates, must be continuous and must not have gaps or opening larger than 3 inches that would allow children to exit the outdoor play area. Due: 5/15/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-15. View official inspection document (report 510609e6-39c2-480a-9e46-cf5060506f96)
Not corrected - High riskStandard 244/15/2026
24. (24-13)
Child care personnel working in the food preparation area did not wear proper head covering. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.1, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, Volunteer listed on the supplemental were preparing lunch plates for the children in the kitchen without head covering. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that head covering is used while preparing food. Due: 5/15/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-15. View official inspection document (report 510609e6-39c2-480a-9e46-cf5060506f96)
Not corrected - High riskStandard 244/15/2026
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, Licensing Specialist observed Blue Diamone Almond Breeze expired on 4/3/26 inside the kitchen refrigerator. Technical assistance was provided to discard on or before the expiration date listed by the manufacturer. Opened packages of perishable or leftover food items must be properly covered or sealed in containers or bags, labeled with the date, and properly stored and discarded within seven calendar days. • Opened packages of dried goods must be properly covered/sealed, properly stored, and discarded according to the manufacturers recommended date or if the quality of the food has been compromised. • Due: 5/15/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-15. View official inspection document (report 510609e6-39c2-480a-9e46-cf5060506f96)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 304/15/2026
30. Diapering CCF Handbook, Section 3.10 CCF Handbook, Section 3.10 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (30-14)
Diaper changing procedure was not posted in the changing area and/or was not followed. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, L (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the classroom capacity of 6 without diaper changing procedure posted. Technical assistance was provided that diaper changing procedure must be posted in the changing area and followed to protect the health and safety of children and child care personnel. Due: 5/15/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-15. View official inspection document (report 510609e6-39c2-480a-9e46-cf5060506f96)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 314/15/2026
31. Indoor Equipment CCF Handbook, Section 3.11 CCF Handbook, Section 3.11 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (31-05)
Toys, equipment and/or furnishings were not maintained in a sanitary condition and not cleaned and sanitized or disinfected following exposure to bodily fluids. CCF Handbook, Section 3.11, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed toys, art supplies and miscellaneous items stored in the bathroom in the classroom with a capacity of 12. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that toys are not stored in the restroom that are used for childrens use. Also, toys, equipment, and furnishings must be safe and maintained in a sanitary condition following a routine schedule of cleaning, sanitizing and disinfecting. 32. Outdoor Equipment CCF Handbook, Section 3.12 CCF Handbook, Section 3.12 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance TRAINING Due: 5/15/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-15. View official inspection document (report 510609e6-39c2-480a-9e46-cf5060506f96)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 354/15/2026
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 listed on the supplemental did not have exposure plan/bloodborne pathogen training on files. Technical assistance was provided that personnel are required to be educated on the homes exposure plan regarding standard precautions before beginning to work and annually thereafter. Written documentation that child care personnel have participated in the homes annual refresher education for the exposure plan and understand the proper procedures in the event there is exposure to blood and potentially infectious fluids must be retained for 12 months and be available for licensing to review. 36. CPR Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4 CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Due: 5/15/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-15. View official inspection document (report 510609e6-39c2-480a-9e46-cf5060506f96)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 414/15/2026
41. (41-02)
The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the child listed on the supplemental had expired immunization form on file. Technical assistance was given to the provider to obtain a current form from the parent/guardian prior to the due date. Additional technical assistance was given regarding FL shots. The provider was given the link to their website and how to register to view FL shot records. The link given was: www.flshotsusers.com and the provider was reminded to go to the bottom of page under schools & licensed child care providers to register. 42. Student Health and Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Noncompliance Due: 5/15/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-15. View official inspection document (report 510609e6-39c2-480a-9e46-cf5060506f96)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 424/15/2026
42. (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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the child listed on the supplemental had an expired Student Health Examination on file. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all children have current Student Health Examination form on file. Compliance Comments Licensing Specialist advised that 30 children are enrolled, Licensing Specialist reviewed 16 children files (M Z). Provider uses their Enrollment form, technical assistance was provided that the enrollment form must have the same information that is found on CF-FSP 5219, Child Care Application for Enrollment form. Provider was encouraged to update their enrollment form. 43. Enrollment Information CCF Handbook, Section 7.3 & s. 402.3054(2), F.S. CCF Handbook, Section 7.3 & s. 402.3054(2), F.S. (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Due: 5/15/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-15. View official inspection document (report 510609e6-39c2-480a-9e46-cf5060506f96)
Not corrected - High riskStandard 444/15/2026
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 inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the Child Care Personnel/Volunteer 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 6. • Due: 5/15/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-15. View official inspection document (report 510609e6-39c2-480a-9e46-cf5060506f96)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 444/15/2026
44. Personnel Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (44-05)
A Volunteer Acknowledgement (Form CF-FSP 5217) was not on file prior to volunteering. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, F (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that a parent was present majority of the morning working with organizing and gathering forms from parents (Department of Health hearing and vision forms) and assisted Licensing Specialist with Child Care Personnel and Childrens files. The parent was also observed assistance with kitchen duties without having a volunteer acknowledge forms. Technical assistance was advised that prior to beginning volunteering in a child care facility, a CF-FSP 5217, Volunteer Acknowledgment which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(e), F.A.C. Written documentation of volunteer hours must be maintained at the facility for a minimum of 12 months and available for review by the licensing authority. Due: 5/15/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-15. View official inspection document (report 510609e6-39c2-480a-9e46-cf5060506f96)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 444/15/2026
44. Personnel Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (44-06)
The facility failed to maintain written documentation for the number of hours a volunteer worked. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, F (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the Volunteer listed on the supplemental did not have documentation of hours. Provider advised that this was the first that Volunteer 1 worked in a while. Also Volunteer 2 (parent) is only helping due to the Child Care Personnel being out. Technical assistance was provided that written documentation of volunteer hours must be maintained at the facility for a minimum of 12 months and available for review by the licensing authority. 45. Background Screening Documents CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Noncompliance Due: 5/15/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-15. View official inspection document (report 510609e6-39c2-480a-9e46-cf5060506f96)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 454/15/2026
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 Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all Child Care Personnel signed updated Attestation of Good Moral Character (July 2024). • Background screening & Personnel File Requirement (authority s. 402.301-319, F.S., and s. 435, F.S.) CF-FSP 5131 2nd page are required. The form is two pages and is required all forms in the personnels files. • Due: 5/15/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-15. View official inspection document (report 510609e6-39c2-480a-9e46-cf5060506f96)
Not corrected - High riskStandard 042/9/2026
04. Supervision CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (04-05)
Child care personnel were not within sight and hearing of all the children during nap time. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4.2 (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, the Owner had 10/VPK students, 1 staff had 6/1- & 2-year-olds, and 1 staff had 7/2-year-olds there were 8/3- year-olds and the staff had left the building during nap time. The staff returned during the inspection. TA was provided that the staff that was responsible for the 3-year-olds has to be within sight or hearing of the classroom during nap time. Staff arrived during the inspection places it completed at the time of the inspection. 05. Transportation CCF Handbook, Section 2.5 CCF Handbook, Section 2.5 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 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) Not Monitored 07. Vehicle Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 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) Not Monitored 09. Planned Activities CCF Handbook, Section 2.6 CCF Handbook, Section 2.6 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 10. Field Trip Permission CCF Handbook, Section 2.7 CCF Handbook, Section 2.7 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 11. Child Discipline CCF Handbook, Section 2.8 CCF Handbook, Section 2.8 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-02-09. View official inspection document (report 67ddb1fc-ff10-4be1-8988-938890c5c1bd)
Corrected at inspection - Medium-High riskStandard 331/20/2026
33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 CCF Handbook, Section 4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (33-16)
All child care personnel who completed DCF training did not complete additional DEL-approved health and safety training by required date. (Section 3.2.A.1. and 3.2.C Training Requirements, Page 7) [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed that the staff listed in the supplemental did not complete the required additional SR training in her first 90 days. TA was provided that the staff will need to complete the training by the due date. Due: 2/19/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-01-20. View official inspection document (report dc822fa9-c593-451b-8a3e-13d332f7a98a)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 171/20/2026
17. (17-05)
The facilitys outdoor play space was not enclosed with fencing or walls a minimum of 4 feet in height. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, F (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist measured the fencing and the fencing for the large area to the playground and the first playground does not measure the required 48". The playground has a 6 ft fence around most of the playground, but one area is only 45 inches. TA was provided to add lattice or fencing back to the fencing along the inside of the 2nd playground and the front fencing to the area that is not used in order for the playground to be incased with the required 48 inches in height. Both gates measure over 48 inches and must be maintained at this height. This must be completed by the due. Due: 1/30/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-01-20. View official inspection document (report dc822fa9-c593-451b-8a3e-13d332f7a98a)
Not corrected
2025
- High riskStandard 459/19/2025
45. (45-11)
Child care personnels Level 2 documentation was incomplete in that [ A copy of out-of-state child abuse and neglect registry search is missing., A copy of out-of-state sexual offender/predator registry search is missing.]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1, D, E, and F (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 resided outside of the state of Florida within the past 5 years and no documentation an abuse & neglect or sexual offender check was completed. The provider was reminded that any staff who resided outside the state of Florida within 5 years must have the above-mentioned documentation in their file along with the 45-day provisional hire letter (if applicable) from DCF. Lastly, a copy of the spreadsheet for out of state checks was emailed to the provider on today's date for use/reference. Due: 10/18/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-09-19. View official inspection document (report c7e5b83a-82f1-42a0-ad30-9728e4666354)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 429/19/2025
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 the inspection, the licensing specialist observed the child listed on the supplemental was missing a health record in their file and had been enrolled more than 30 days. 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 37 children enrolled, and 16 children's files A - G 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 Compliance Comments At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed all 6 staff files and found to be in compliance. Due: 10/18/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-09-19. View official inspection document (report c7e5b83a-82f1-42a0-ad30-9728e4666354)
Not corrected - High riskStandard 339/19/2025
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 the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed all staff files and determined that the staff listed on the supplemental did not complete the required pre-service training prior to being alone with the children and was observed in a classroom alone with children. Technical assistance was given to the provider to have the staff start and complete pre-service training prior to the due date. The provider was reminded that staff who have not completed the 45 hours DCF training must complete all pre-service courses or all Part 1 DCF classes and test prior to unsupervised contact with children. Due: 10/18/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-09-19. View official inspection document (report c7e5b83a-82f1-42a0-ad30-9728e4666354)
Not corrected - High riskStandard 445/13/2025
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, there was one a volunteer (under 10hours) that didn't not have Child Abuse and Neglect form on file. TA: The staff will need a Child Abuse and Neglect from before the due date on the inspection. 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 2025-05-13. View official inspection document (report 23bbcdb9-948b-48d1-9f1a-751cab621975)
Not corrected
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Safety & Compliance Analysis
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Estimated monthly cost
$1,024/month
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About this daycare
- Location: LAKE WALES, POLK County
- Capacity: 39
- Type: Child Care Facility
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