Wishing Wells Academy Llc

WINTER HAVEN, FLChild Care FacilityLicensed

2.9based on state inspection data
Capacity32
HoursMon 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Tue 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Wed 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Thu 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Fri 7:00AM to 6:00PM
Est. price$1,121/mo

Contact information

Address1615 5th St SE, Winter Haven FL, 33880

CityWINTER HAVEN, FL 33880

CountyPOLK

Phone8636561030

Operating details

HoursMon 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Tue 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Wed 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Thu 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Fri 7:00AM to 6:00PM

Capacity32

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 5/13/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High5
  • Medium-High7
  • Medium11
  • Medium-Low2
  • Low0

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1615 5th St SE, Winter Haven FL, 33880, WINTER HAVEN, FL 33880

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  1. This facility has safety-related findings on its state record - ask how the cited hazards were corrected and when emergency drills were last run
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  3. This facility has food-service findings on its state record - ask how meals are prepared and how allergies are handled
  4. Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 5/13/2026

  • High1
  • Medium-High5
  • Medium5
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

2026

  1. Medium-High riskStandard 425/13/2026

    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, the Licensing specialist determined that the child listed on the supplemental has an expired medical physical. The form is dated 8/22/2023 and is only valid for two years. 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 6 additional childrens files of the 30 children enrolled at the facility (A-E by last name) 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 8 staff files. Due: 6/12/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-05-13. View official inspection document (report ba75843b-7c3a-437c-9448-c486a5c1b8e6)

    Not corrected
  2. High riskStandard 335/13/2026

    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 determined that the child care personnel listed on the supplemental did not complete required School readiness pre service courses within 90 days of working at the facility and prior to offering care unsupervised. The staff started at the facility on 9/29/2025. All training pre service classes should have been completed within 90 days of working at the facility. TA was provided to ensure that the personnel complete the training by the due date. Due: 6/12/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-05-13. View official inspection document (report ba75843b-7c3a-437c-9448-c486a5c1b8e6)

    Not corrected
  3. Medium-High riskStandard 335/13/2026

    33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 CCF Handbook, Section 4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (33-06)

    The facility did not have documentation to show completion of a Department approved five-hour early literacy and language development course for child care personnel within 12 months of date of employment in child care industry and/or the early literacy course documentation was not uploaded in the Florida Pathways/Registry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.2 and 4.5, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Comments: At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist determined that the child care personnel listed on the supplemental did not complete required training course, 5 hour literacy. The staff started in the industry and at the facility on 9/4/2024. The training should have been completed within 12 months. TA was provided to ensure that the personnel completes the training by the due date. Due: 6/12/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-05-13. View official inspection document (report ba75843b-7c3a-437c-9448-c486a5c1b8e6)

    Not corrected
  4. Medium-High riskStandard 235/13/2026

    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 determined that the provider failed to have a fire inspection completed annually. The previous fire inspection was completed on 3/18/2025. The current fire inspection was completed on 3/31/2026. The provider has an approved fire inspection but it was completed late. TA was provided to ensure that the facility has an annual approved fire inspection completed and placed on file for Licensing to review. At the time of the inspection, Licensing counselor observed the providers last fire drill was conducted on_____4/30/2026______. The provider conducted a lockdown drill on____3/18/2026________and a weather drill conducted on____3/18/2026_____. The fire extinguishers were last tagged on March 2026. A fire drill was conducted today in the presence of a DCF Licensing counselor utilizing the facilitys approved fire system with pull station. TS was provided to ensure that emergency drills and fire are conducted on different days and at various times of the day. FOOD AND NUTRITION Compliance Comments At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist advised that they only offer morning/afternoon snack and water daily for children in care. Lunch is provided by parents/guardians from home. 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 2026-05-13. View official inspection document (report ba75843b-7c3a-437c-9448-c486a5c1b8e6)

    Corrected at inspection

2025

  1. Medium-High riskStandard 415/20/2025

    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 specialist observed two children in need of updated shot records. The provider has until the due date to provide updated records; this would return the facility back into compliance for this standard. 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 specialist observed and reviewed all 31 children files. 2 children were newly enrolled. 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 specialist observed and reviewed all 8 staff files. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-05-20. View official inspection document (report 3ce74148-be62-4377-9f69-35f55beca1e4)

    Not corrected
  2. Medium-High riskStandard 135/20/2025

    13. (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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, the specialist observed a mop bucket with dirty water in the shower of the bathroom used by the three and four year old children. This was poured out at the time of the inspection, returning the facility back into 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 2025-05-20. View official inspection document (report 3ce74148-be62-4377-9f69-35f55beca1e4)

    Not corrected
  3. Medium riskStandard 181/8/2025

    18. Bedding and Linens CCF Handbook, Section 3.6 (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 Physical Environment [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, the specialist observed in the three year old and one year old room sleeping mats that are in need of cleaning. The provider has until the due date to have sleeping mats cleaned and method in place to have the staff cleaning mats before and after the children take naps. Doing this will return them to compliance. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-01-08. View official inspection document (report 6def1f90-2a51-40c9-8a77-ce6c8d38e94f)

    Not corrected
  4. Medium riskStandard 121/8/2025

    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 specialist observed vents in the three year old classroom that are in need of cleaning. The provider has until the due date to have the vents clean; this will return them to compliance. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-01-08. View official inspection document (report 6def1f90-2a51-40c9-8a77-ce6c8d38e94f)

    Not corrected

2024

  1. Medium riskStandard 259/16/2024

    25. Meals and Snacks CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 (25-01)

    Meals and/or snacks supplied by the facility did not meet the daily nutritional needs of the children in care in that [provider offered morning and afternoon snack, with only one food group]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, B Food and Nutrition [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, the counselor observed that the provider offered morning and afternoon snack, with only one food group. The counselor observed the children eating morning snack of cookies and water that was in water bottles provided from home. The counselor advised the provider that the children should have at least two food groups provided at snack. The provider purchased bananas to serve with cheese balls for snack time today. Going forward the provider understands that the children need to have at least two food groups for snack time. TA was provided to ensure that two different food groups are offered per snack. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-09-16. View official inspection document (report 962247ce-0f5c-4c74-9cdc-58b74316c21d)

    Not corrected
  2. Medium riskStandard 129/16/2024

    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 time of inspection, the counselor observed dust build up on the ceiling near the a/c vents, and ceiling fans throughout the facility. Also, the counselor observed the a/c vent on the wall of the two year old classroom that needed to be cleaned. The counselor also observed the microwave in the food prep area, used for the childrens lunches, had food spills inside that needed to be cleaned; as well as dust and debris in the window seal of the one year old classroom. TA was provided to ensure that the facility is cleaned by the due date. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-09-16. View official inspection document (report 962247ce-0f5c-4c74-9cdc-58b74316c21d)

    Not corrected
  3. Medium riskStandard 149/16/2024

    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 counselor observed that the lighting in the three and four year old classroom did not have adequate lighting near the work surface. The lighting measured 47.6 fc. The counselor advised the provider that lighting near the work surface needs to be at least 50 fc. The counselor observed the children doing an activity with play-doh. The provider immediately moved the table to a different area of the room that had more lighting at the time of the inspection. TA was provided to ensure that in close work surface areas, lighting measures to the requirements of 50 fc. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-09-16. View official inspection document (report 962247ce-0f5c-4c74-9cdc-58b74316c21d)

    Not corrected

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25Total Violations
4Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

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About this daycare

  • Location: WINTER HAVEN, POLK County
  • Capacity: 32
  • Type: Child Care Facility

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