Smart Start Youth & Families Services Inc. @ Sikes Kidcare
LAKELAND, FL·Child Care FacilityLicensed
Contact information
Address2727 Shepherd Rd, Lakeland FL, 33811
CountyPOLK
Phone8636865116
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
Capacity94
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 5/8/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
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Location
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2727 Shepherd Rd, Lakeland FL, 33811, LAKELAND, FL 33811
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- Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
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Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 5/8/2025
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2025
- Medium-High riskStandard 215/8/2025
21. (21-06)
During the facilitys licensure year, fire drills utilizing the approved alarm system were not conducted monthly at various dates and times when children were in care [There was no recorded fire drills for 2 consecutive months]. SACCF Handbook, Section 3.8.4, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, the specialist observed and recorded a fire drill (5/8/25). The last two fire drills were: 2/11/25 (active shooter), 1/14/25, 12/9/24. There were no fire drills recorded for the months of March or April. The provider is back on schedule with todays fire drill. The fire extinguishers were serviced: March 2025. FOOD AND NUTRITION 22. Food Preparation Area & Food Storage SACCF Handbook, Section 3.9.1 & 3.9.2 SACCF Handbook, Section 3.9.1 & 3.9.2 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 23. Food Safety SACCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3 SACCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Not Applicable Comments At the time of the inspection, the provider stated they do not have food catered from outside sources. The elementary cafeteria provides breakfast and afternoon snacks for the children. 24. Catered Food and Food Provided by Outside Sources SACCF Handbook, Section 7 & Section 3.9.3 SACCF Handbook, Section 7 & Section 3.9.3 Not Applicable Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-05-08. View official inspection document (report c26af2b2-f7d1-4ccb-99ca-f4e93c282d97)
Not corrected
Safety & Compliance Analysis
This daycare has few recorded violations. Always visit in person to verify conditions.
(Past 6 Months)
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Estimated monthly cost
$973/month
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Typical prices in Florida run about $904/month for infant care at a center (federal median) — see daycare costs in Florida by age group.
About this daycare
- Location: LAKELAND, POLK County
- Capacity: 94
- Type: Child Care Facility
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