Innovative Minds Learning Academy LLC

BARTOW, FLChild Care FacilityLicensed

1.1based on state inspection data
Capacity42
HoursMon 7:20AM to 5:30PM; Tue 7:20AM to 5:30PM; Wed 7:20AM to 5:30PM; Thu 7:20AM to 5:30PM; Fri 7:20AM to 5:30PM
Est. price$1,121/mo

Contact information

Address1650 N Broadway Ave, Bartow FL, 33830

CityBARTOW, FL 33830

CountyPOLK

Phone8635377963

Operating details

HoursMon 7:20AM to 5:30PM; Tue 7:20AM to 5:30PM; Wed 7:20AM to 5:30PM; Thu 7:20AM to 5:30PM; Fri 7:20AM to 5:30PM

Capacity42

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 5/7/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High4
  • Medium-High20
  • Medium1
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

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1650 N Broadway Ave, Bartow FL, 33830, BARTOW, FL 33830

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Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 5/7/2026

  • High4
  • Medium-High20
  • Medium1
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

2026

  1. High riskStandard 335/7/2026

    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. 34. Credentialed Staff CCF Handbook, Section 4.6 & 4.7 CCF Handbook, Section 4.6 & 4.7 Not Monitored HEALTH REQUIREMENTS 35. Communicable Disease Control CCF Handbook, Section 6.1 CCF Handbook, Section 6.1 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 36. CPR Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4 CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 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) Not Monitored 38. Emergency Telephone Numbers CCF Handbook, Section 6.3 CCF Handbook, Section 6.3 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored Due: 6/6/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-05-07. View official inspection document (report f568855e-07bc-4256-81c2-e26cd1813797)

    Not corrected
  2. Medium-High riskStandard 154/6/2026

    15. (15-05)

    The facility failed to post the room capacity in each room. CCF Handbook, Section 3.4.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the classroom near the kitchen did not have the capacity posted. Technical assistance was provided that the capacity, as calculated by the licensing authority, must be posted in a conspicuous location within each room. Due: 5/6/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-06. View official inspection document (report cce33cc3-3537-4fdf-978a-759e2a857edf)

    Not corrected
  3. Medium riskStandard 014/6/2026

    01. (01-01)

    The license was not posted in a conspicuous place within the facility. s.402.3125(1)(a), F.S. Comments: At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the facilitys license posted inside the main lobby, however, the license was expired. The license that was posted was from the previous licensing year (8/21/24 2/20/25). Technical assistance was provided to ensure that current license is posted in a conspicuous place within the facility. 02. Minimum Age Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 2.2 CCF Handbook, Section 2.2 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Due: 5/6/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-06. View official inspection document (report cce33cc3-3537-4fdf-978a-759e2a857edf)

    Not corrected
  4. High riskStandard 034/6/2026

    03. Ratio Sufficient CCF Handbook, Section 2.3 CCF Handbook, Section 2.3 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (03-01)

    A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [6] children is required. A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [7] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed seven children (mixed age group of 1-year-old to 5-year-old) with one Child Care Personnel. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that ratio is always followed. This standard is back into compliance when another Child Care Personnel arrived. • At the time of inspection, ratio was as follows. 3-year-old 5-year-old 3:1 Child Care Personnel • During the inspection, ratio changed to the following.. 1-year-old 5-year-old 7:1 Child Care Personnel • Corrected ratio 1-year-old 5-year-old 9:2 Child Care Personnel • Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-06. View official inspection document (report cce33cc3-3537-4fdf-978a-759e2a857edf)

    Corrected at inspection
  5. Medium-High riskStandard 124/6/2026

    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 inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the baseboard being held up by clear tape. Technical assistance was provided that all child care facilities must be clean, in good repair, free from health and safety hazards and from evidence of, or presence of, vermin infestation. 13. Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons CCF Handbook, Section 3.2 CCF Handbook, Section 3.2 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Noncompliance Due: 5/6/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-06. View official inspection document (report cce33cc3-3537-4fdf-978a-759e2a857edf)

    Not corrected
  6. Medium-High riskStandard 134/6/2026

    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 a red spray bottle not labeled on the changing table in the classroom with a capacity of 9. Technical assistance was provided that all potentially harmful items, including cleaning supplies, flammable products, poisonous, toxic, and hazardous materials, must be labeled and used according to manufacturers recommendation. Due: 5/6/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-06. View official inspection document (report cce33cc3-3537-4fdf-978a-759e2a857edf)

    Not corrected
  7. Medium-High riskStandard 134/6/2026

    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 inspection, Licensing inspection observed a can of Advanced Sanitizer Spray 70% ethyl alcohol, hand sanitizer, baby lotion, lotion, deodorant on a counter and inside an unsecure cubby in the classroom with the capacity of 12. Also, Wizard fragrance beads were on the floor between the toilet and sink and cabinet combination. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all potentially harmful items, including cleaning supplies, flammable products, poisonous, toxic, and hazardous materials, must be stored in a locked area or must always be inaccessible and out of a childs reach. 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) Noncompliance Due: 5/6/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-06. View official inspection document (report cce33cc3-3537-4fdf-978a-759e2a857edf)

    Not corrected
  8. Medium-High riskStandard 154/6/2026

    15. (15-03)

    The facility did not have 35 square feet of usable floor space per child for the number of children observed in care. The facility had a capacity of [13] based on 35 square feet and [14] children were observed in care. CCF Handbook , Section 3.4.2, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed 14 children inside a classroom with a capacity of 13. Technical assistance was provided that each room routinely used as a classroom must provide the minimum 35 square footage of usable indoor floor space per child. This standard was brought back into compliance when the children were split up between classrooms when additional Child Care Personnel arrived. • Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-06. View official inspection document (report cce33cc3-3537-4fdf-978a-759e2a857edf)

    Corrected at inspection
  9. Medium-High riskStandard 174/6/2026

    17. (17-02)

    The facility's outdoor play area contained litter, nails, glass or other hazards that posed a threat to the health, safety or well-being of the children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the gray, blue, and green playground equipment (airplane) missing screws and not secured together. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that the playground equipment is in good repair. Due: 5/6/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-06. View official inspection document (report cce33cc3-3537-4fdf-978a-759e2a857edf)

    Not corrected
  10. Medium-High riskStandard 184/6/2026

    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, Licensing Specialist observed several torn and ripped nap mats/cots for the children in care. Technical assistance was provided that floor mats must be at least one-inch thick and covered with 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: 5/6/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-06. View official inspection document (report cce33cc3-3537-4fdf-978a-759e2a857edf)

    Not corrected
  11. High riskStandard 234/6/2026

    23. (23-09)

    The facility did not maintain fire drill records for the months of operation for a minimum of 12 months from the date of the fire drill. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.4, C (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 maintain the facilitys fire drill log. Provider advised that the facility previous fire drill log is stored in her personal residence and not onsite at the facility. Technical assistance was provided that each fire drill record must be maintained for a minimum of 12 months from the date of the fire drill. Fire drills were conducted on 12/22/25, 1/20/26, 2/2/26, and 3/24/26. • Emergency Preparedness drill 12/19/25 (inclement weather), 1/21/26 (inclement weather), 2/10/26 (lockdown), and 3/13/26 (inclement weather). • Fire extinguisher serviced September 2025. • Fire inspection conducted on 8/8/25. • Due: 5/6/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-06. View official inspection document (report cce33cc3-3537-4fdf-978a-759e2a857edf)

    Not corrected
  12. Medium-High riskStandard 234/6/2026

    23. (23-10)

    The facility's emergency evacuation plan did not include a diagram of safe routes and was not posted in each room. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.5, E (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed all classrooms without the facilitys emergency evacuation plan diagram without safe exit routes posted. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that the facilitys emergency evacuation plan diagram of safe routes is posted in each classroom. FOOD AND NUTRITION Compliance Comments The facility provided breakfast for the children in care. Parents/legal guardians provide nutritional food for children that is guide lined with the USDA recommendations. 24. Food Preparation Area CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Due: 5/6/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-06. View official inspection document (report cce33cc3-3537-4fdf-978a-759e2a857edf)

    Not corrected
  13. Medium-High riskStandard 254/6/2026

    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 [meals was missing a food group]. 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, Licensing Specialist observed the children served milk and cereal for breakfast. Breakfast was missing a food group as breakfast call for 3 food groups to be met. Technical assistance was provided to ensure nutritious meals and snacks of a quantity and quality to help meet the daily nutritional needs of the children. Provider was encouraged to review Child Care Food Program Meal Pattern for Children. Due: 5/6/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-06. View official inspection document (report cce33cc3-3537-4fdf-978a-759e2a857edf)

    Not corrected
  14. Medium-High riskStandard 254/6/2026

    25. Meals and Snacks CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (25-08)

    A freezer was observed without a thermometer or with a thermometer showing a temperature reading greater than 0 degrees Fahrenheit. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, F.1. (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the refrigerator in the kitchen and mini refrigerator in the infant classroom did not have a thermometer inside. Technical assistance was provided that an accurate thermometer designed to measure cold storage temperature must be placed inside each refrigeration and freezer unit. This standard was brought back into compliance when thermometer was placed in refrigerator. Due: 5/6/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-06. View official inspection document (report cce33cc3-3537-4fdf-978a-759e2a857edf)

    Not corrected
  15. Medium-High riskStandard 254/6/2026

    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 for over 15 minutes. 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. • Due: 5/6/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-06. View official inspection document (report cce33cc3-3537-4fdf-978a-759e2a857edf)

    Not corrected
  16. Medium-High riskStandard 254/6/2026

    25. Meals and Snacks CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (25-16)

    Child care personnel, while distributing snacks/serving food, did not use napkins, disposable gloves, utensils, or similar items to prevent skin contact with food. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.5, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the Child Care Personnel separating the 1-year-old childs breakfast sausage and pancake dog on a stick with her ungloved hands. Technical assistance was provided that child care personnel, while distributing snacks and serving food, must use disposable gloves, utensils, or similar items to prevent skin contact with food. 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) Noncompliance Due: 5/6/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-06. View official inspection document (report cce33cc3-3537-4fdf-978a-759e2a857edf)

    Not corrected
  17. Medium-High riskStandard 264/6/2026

    26. (26-01)

    The facility's menu was not [ was not posted at the beginning of each week in an easily seen place, was not written]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, H (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that menu posted since December. Provider advised she only provides breakfast. Technical assistance was provided that any menu substitutions must be noted on the menu. 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) Noncompliance Due: 5/6/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-06. View official inspection document (report cce33cc3-3537-4fdf-978a-759e2a857edf)

    Not corrected
  18. Medium-High riskStandard 284/6/2026

    28. (28-04)

    Formula and/or food brought from home was not labeled with the childs first and last name. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.6, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed breastmilk inside the kitchen freezer not labeled with childs first and last name. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all breast milk, food, and formula are labeled with childs first and last name. 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: 5/6/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-06. View official inspection document (report cce33cc3-3537-4fdf-978a-759e2a857edf)

    Not corrected
  19. Medium-High riskStandard 254/6/2026

    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 inspection, Licensing Specialist observed a 1-year-old child eating a breakfast sausage and pancake dog on a stick. Technical assistance was provided that foods that are associated with young childrens choking incidents must not be served to children under 4 years of age, such as, but not limited to, whole/round hot dogs, popcorn, chips, pretzel nuggets, whole grapes, nuts, cheese cubes/sticks and any food that is of similar shape and size of the trachea/windpipe. Food for infants must be cut into pieces inch or smaller, food for toddlers must be cut into pieces inch or smaller to prevent choking. This applies to all food, even food provided by parents/guardians. This standard was brought back into compliance when the food was separated in a smaller size. • Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-06. View official inspection document (report cce33cc3-3537-4fdf-978a-759e2a857edf)

    Corrected at inspection
  20. Medium-High riskStandard 304/6/2026

    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 miscellaneous items (backpack, candy bags, stored on/under changing inside the classrooms. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that only items related to diapering should be on the table changing table. Due: 5/6/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-06. View official inspection document (report cce33cc3-3537-4fdf-978a-759e2a857edf)

    Not corrected
  21. Medium-High riskStandard 324/6/2026

    32. (32-07)

    The ground cover or other protective surface under the [Slide] 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 (slide) with less 3 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. TRAINING Due: 5/6/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-06. View official inspection document (report cce33cc3-3537-4fdf-978a-759e2a857edf)

    Not corrected
  22. High riskStandard 334/6/2026

    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: 5/6/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-06. View official inspection document (report cce33cc3-3537-4fdf-978a-759e2a857edf)

    Not corrected
  23. Medium-High riskStandard 404/6/2026

    40. Medication CCF Handbook, Section 6.5 CCF Handbook, Section 6.5 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (40-15)

    Medication was not stored in either a locked area or inaccessible and out of a childs reach. CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, G (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed diaper rash cream, hydrocortisone ointment, sunscreen, etc. was in unsecured bin inside a cubby accessible to the children in care. Technical assistance was provided all medication must have child resistant caps, if applicable, and must either be stored in a locked area or must be out of any childs reach. If medication is stored in the food preparation area, it must be stored in a manner to prevent contamination of food, food contact surfaces, or medication. RECORD KEEPING 41. Immunization Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 42. Student Health and Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Compliance Comments Provided advised that 23 children are enrolled, Licensing Specialist reviewed 13 childrens files. 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: 5/6/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-06. View official inspection document (report cce33cc3-3537-4fdf-978a-759e2a857edf)

    Not corrected
  24. Medium-High riskStandard 444/6/2026

    44. Personnel Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (44-01)

    Personnel records or copies of records were not being maintained at the facility and available for review by the licensing authority. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist determined that the facility did not have a Child Care Personnel file available for review. Technical assistance was provided that records must be maintained and kept current on all child care personnel, as defined by Section 402.302(3), F.S. These records shall be on-site, available for review by the licensing authority Licensing Specialist reviewed all Child Care Personnel files, totaling 4. • Compliance Comments Technical assistance was provided to ensure that all Child Care Personnel signed updated Attestation of Good Moral Character (July 2024). 45. Background Screening Documents CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Due: 5/6/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-06. View official inspection document (report cce33cc3-3537-4fdf-978a-759e2a857edf)

    Not corrected
  25. Medium-High riskStandard 474/6/2026

    47. Access/Child Safety CCF Handbook, Section 8 CCF Handbook, Section 8 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (47-01)

    Child care personnel inappropriately interacted with children in care in a manner that was aggressive, demeaning or intimidating in nature. CCF Handbook, Section 8.2, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Enforcement [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist overheard a Child Care Personnel say something to the effect of, Sit the fuck down. Director was advised about the interaction and advised that she was aware of the incident as she heard it over the camera. Director advised that the Child Care Personnel was speaking to her biological child not toward the children enrolled. Licensing Specialist advised that the language was inappropriate either way while children are in care. Technical assistance was provided that child care personnel must appropriately interact with children to foster a healthy, safe environment that will encourage the childs physical, intellectual, motor, and social development. Interactions with children that are aggressive, demeaning or intimidating in nature are strictly prohibited. SCHOOL READINESS Due: 4/16/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-06. View official inspection document (report cce33cc3-3537-4fdf-978a-759e2a857edf)

    Not corrected

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About this daycare

  • Location: BARTOW, POLK County
  • Capacity: 42
  • Type: Child Care Facility

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