Highsmith Early Childhood Learning Center Inc
LAKELAND, FL·Child Care FacilityLicensed
Contact information
Address1741 E Gary Rd, Lakeland FL, 33801
CountyPOLK
Phone8636878721
Operating details
HoursMon 6:00AM to 8:00PM; Tue 6:00AM to 8:00PM; Wed 6:00AM to 8:00PM; Thu 6:00AM to 8:00PM; Fri 6:00AM to 8:00PM
Capacity137
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 6/25/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High5
- Medium-High16
- Medium3
- Medium-Low1
- Low0
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1741 E Gary Rd, Lakeland FL, 33801, LAKELAND, FL 33801
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Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 6/25/2026
- High5
- Medium-High16
- Medium3
- Medium-Low1
- Low0
2026
- High riskStandard 446/25/2026
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, the Licensing specialist observed the child care personnel listed on the supplemental with the Child Abuse and Neglect form not signed annually. The staff last signed the form on 4/23/2025. The staff signed a current form on 5/7/2026. TA was provided to ensure that the child care personnel and volunteer sign a Child Abuse and Neglect form signed annually. Specialist reviewed all 14 staff files. 45. Background Screening Documents CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-06-25. View official inspection document (report 245369ff-251b-4b96-a3da-62bf5a5c3da2)
Corrected at inspection - Medium-High riskStandard 286/25/2026
28. (28-02)
Bottles and/or sippy cups brought from home were not labeled with childs first and last name. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.5, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed a couple of infant and toddlers bottles with not labeled appropriately with childrens full first and last names labeled on the bottles. The specialist asked the staff to label the bottles appropriately at time of inspection. The staff immediately labeled the bottles to include full first and last name. TA was provided to ensure that the bottles and sippy cups provided from home are labeled with childrens full 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: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-06-25. View official inspection document (report 245369ff-251b-4b96-a3da-62bf5a5c3da2)
Corrected at inspection - Medium-High riskStandard 266/25/2026
26. (26-01)
The facility's menu was not [ was not posted at the beginning of each week in an easily seen place]. 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, the Licensing specialist observed the facilitys menu posted in the lobby area. The menu was dated for last weeks date, 6/15/26-6/19/26. The specialist asked the provider if she had a current menu. The provider replied, yes and posted the current weeks menu in the lobby at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the facility post the current weeks menu at the beginning of the week in an inconspicuous place where parents can view. Not Applicable Comments At the time of the inspection, the provider stated that all children receive a meal and snack from the 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: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-06-25. View official inspection document (report 245369ff-251b-4b96-a3da-62bf5a5c3da2)
Corrected at inspection - Medium-Low riskStandard 462/12/2026
46. Daily Attendance CCF Handbook, Section 7.5 (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 Record Keeping [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed the classroom attendance roster in the 1 & 2-year-old classroom had 5 children in attendance and no children were signed in. The provider corrected the sheet placing the facility back into compliance for this standard. Technical assistance was given to the provider to ensure the rosters are current at all times and was reminded that each classroom must have an attendance sheet/class roster for the group of children occupying that space and the rosters must accompany the childcare personnel and the group of children throughout the day should they leave the classroom. ENFORCEMENT Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-02-12. View official inspection document (report 1e364970-6de7-40ba-9790-a126d9c5a5a7)
Corrected at inspection - High riskStandard 452/12/2026
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 the inspection, the licensing specialist reviewed the facilitys employee/staff roster through the Clearinghouse and observed there was one staff who was no longer employed and was not removed from the roster. Technical assistance was given to the provider to update the roster prior to the due date. Additional technical assistance specific to this standard is notated on the supplemental. Due: 3/11/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-02-12. View official inspection document (report 1e364970-6de7-40ba-9790-a126d9c5a5a7)
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 142/12/2026
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 licensing specialist observed the 3-year-old classroom had a light fixture that was inoperable, however, and the lighting still measured above 20-foot candles. (measured 38.1 foot-candles). Under the work areas though, the lighting measured 28.4 - 46.2-foot candles. The provider replaced the light bulbs, (the areas measured 57.4 -67.6-foot candles) while the specialist was present placing the facility back into compliance for this standard. Lastly, a suggestion was given to the provider to re-position the work areas for reading, homework, painting, and other close work areas directly under the lighting to ensure it maintains the 50-foot candle illuminance. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-02-12. View official inspection document (report 1e364970-6de7-40ba-9790-a126d9c5a5a7)
Corrected at inspection - Medium-High riskStandard 171/5/2026
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's playground still had small white insects throughout the older children's side in multiple places. The provider stated the area has been treated multiple times and would get another opinion to effectively treat the insects. Technical assistance was given to the provider to ensure the playground is treated and insect free prior to the due date. 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 27. Catered Food and Food Provided by Outside Sources CCF Handbook, Section 7 & Section 3.9.3 Not Monitored 28. Bottles, Breastmilk, Formula and Infant Food CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 Not Monitored SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT 29. Health and Sanitation CCF Handbook, Section 3.6, 3.9, and 3.10 Not Monitored 30. Diapering CCF Handbook, Section 3.10 Not Monitored 31. Indoor Equipment CCF Handbook, Section 3.11 Not Monitored Due: 2/4/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-01-05. View official inspection document (report 3589792d-11a5-4202-bb7c-eb1017f65257)
Not corrected
2025
- Medium riskStandard 3312/1/2025
33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 (33-07)
Child care personnel, including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the required in-service training during the states fiscal year beginning July 1 and ending June 30. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.7 Training [SR] Comments: At the time of reinspection, the Licensing specialist reviewed 8 child care personnel training log and certificates from a previous due date. The specialist determined that 1 staff did not complete 10 hours of inservice training during the training year 7/1/2024-6/30/2025 nor did they make up hours prior to the previous due date of 11/21/2025. The remaining 6 staff completed hours for inservice/ training logs prior to the due date and are in compliance. Make up In service hours are required as well as a completed training log/ certificates for the child care personnel listed on the supplemental to bring the standard into compliance. TA was provided to ensure that the child care personnel complete 10 in service hours for the current training year by 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 43. Enrollment Information CCF Handbook, Section 7.3 & s. 402.3054(2), F.S. Not Monitored 44. Personnel Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 Not Monitored 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: 12/31/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-12-01. View official inspection document (report a5e7ae2f-419b-4a58-a564-c7dddad15aed)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 1712/1/2025
17. (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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: At the time of reinspection, the Licensing specialist observed the facilitys outdoor playground to include both the younger and older childrens play area. On todays date the specialist did not observe the whiteish colored small insects on the younger childrens playground in the resilient surface of mulch near stationary equipment. However, the Licensing specialist observed the older childrens play area near stationary equipment with multiple small whiteish colored insects in the mulch on the ground. The provider advised that they have acquired pest control services to treat the outdoor area, the technician was on site on 11/22/2025. The specialist, provider and technician spoke to the technician at time of inspection today and the specialist described to the technician observations and concerns. The specialist also texted the technician photos of the whiteish colored insects at time of inspection. The technician confirmed and stated that based on the photos the insects resemble termites. The provider and the specialist discussed treating the outdoor play areas for termites or the appropriate pesticide. TA was provided to ensure that the outdoor area is treated and the resilient surface is observed free of insects by the due date. 18. Bedding and Linens CCF Handbook, Section 3.6 CCF Handbook, Section 3.6 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 19. Nap/Sleep Space Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.2 CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.2 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 20. Crib Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 3.6 CCF Handbook, Section 3.6 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 21. Restrooms and Bath Facilities CCF Handbook, Section 3.7 CCF Handbook, Section 3.7 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 22. Operable Phone CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.1 CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.1 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 23. Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness CCF Handbook, Section 3.8 CCF Handbook, Section 3.8 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored FOOD AND NUTRITION 24. Food Preparation Area CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored 25. Meals and Snacks CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Monitored Due: 12/31/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-12-01. View official inspection document (report 6e666c35-6d1b-4a99-b204-c318651f98aa)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 1310/24/2025
13. (13-01)
A potentially harmful item, [a spray bottle in the infant classroom with one year old children with a solution stored in the bottle.], was not labeled as required. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: At time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed a spray bottle in the infant classroom with one year old children with a solution stored in the bottle. The specialist asked the staff what the solution was and the staff replied, bleach and water. The specialist asked the staff to label the spray bottle with the chemical name. The staff immediately labeled the bottle at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that spray bottles containing toxic and hazardous materials are labeled. 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 2025-10-24. View official inspection document (report de299fb0-8892-420c-bab8-dc0086d9145d)
Corrected at inspection - Medium-High riskStandard 1210/24/2025
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, the Licensing specialist observed in the back classroom for school aged children the base board on the back wall to the right had a piece of the baseboard separated from the wall. The provider immediately repaired the area at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the baseboard is reattached and the facility is in good repair. 13. Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons CCF Handbook, Section 3.2 CCF Handbook, Section 3.2 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Noncompliance Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-10-24. View official inspection document (report de299fb0-8892-420c-bab8-dc0086d9145d)
Corrected at inspection - Medium-High riskStandard 1710/24/2025
17. (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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: At time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed whiteish colored insects in the facilitys playground near all stationary equipment in the resilient surface of mulch. The provider advised that she recently purchased mulch for the playground. It is unknown what insect observed was, and the specialist advised the provider to contact pest control and to also ensure the mulch is treated. The specialist suggested to keep the children indoors until pest control be contacted and the provider agreed and decided the children will remain indoors. TA was provided to ensure the potential hazard of whiteish colored insects are eliminated from the playground by the due date. Due: 11/21/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-10-24. View official inspection document (report de299fb0-8892-420c-bab8-dc0086d9145d)
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 3310/24/2025
33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 CCF Handbook, Section 4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (33-07)
Child care personnel, including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the required in-service training during the states fiscal year beginning July 1 and ending June Comments: At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist determined that all of the child care personnel listed on the supplemental did not complete 10 hours of inservice training for the current year 7/1/2024-6/30/2025. The specialist observed training logs not dated and training recorded were completed before the required start date of 7/1/2024. The provider is aware that the 10 hours for the current year must be made up as well TS offered to ensure staff also complete 10 hours for the upcoming year. Training courses complete must be recorded on the required in service log with any applicable transcripts/certificates and placed on file. TA was provided to ensure that the child care personnel complete 10 hours of inservice training by the due date. Due: 11/21/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-10-24. View official inspection document (report de299fb0-8892-420c-bab8-dc0086d9145d)
Not corrected - High riskStandard 3310/24/2025
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 inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the child care personnel listed on the supplemental supervising the one and two year old children but has not completed all required pre service courses. The staff started at the facility on 10/20/2025. The staff must complete Safe sleep practices in child care and Transportation safety in child care before returning to a classroom unsupervised. TA was provided to ensure that the training courses are completed by the due date. Due: 11/21/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-10-24. View official inspection document (report de299fb0-8892-420c-bab8-dc0086d9145d)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 466/20/2025
46. Daily Attendance CCF Handbook, Section 7.5 CCF Handbook, Section 7.5 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (46-07)
The attendance roster did not accompany the group of children in that [observed the infant classroom attendance and observed 3 infants but only 2 infants were accounted for. Also, in the school aged classroom the specialist observed 13 children but only 10 children were accounted for. ].CCF Handbook, Section 7.5, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the infant classroom attendance and observed 3 infants but only 2 infants were accounted for. Also, in the school aged classroom the specialist observed 13 children but only 10 children were accounted for. The staff immediately signed the children in at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the attendance roster follows the children at all times. ENFORCEMENT Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-06-20. View official inspection document (report 48b2a3e9-3c91-4d3f-abac-6c761bacd184)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 336/20/2025
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 5 hour Literacy within 12 months of working in the industry. Staff started in the industry on 6/20/2023. The staff started at the facility on 5/26/2025. TA was provided to ensure that the staff completes the training by the due date. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-06-20. View official inspection document (report 48b2a3e9-3c91-4d3f-abac-6c761bacd184)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 306/20/2025
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, the Licensing specialist observed the diaper changing station in the one year old classroom with other items stored unrelated to diapering. The specialist observed empty sippy cups as well as extra blankets on the station. The provider removed the items at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the items unrelated to diapering are not stored on the diapering station area. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-06-20. View official inspection document (report 48b2a3e9-3c91-4d3f-abac-6c761bacd184)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 286/20/2025
28. (28-02)
Bottles and/or sippy cups brought from home were not labeled with childs first and last name. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.5, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Food and Nutrition [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed a few childrens water bottles provided from home that were not labeled. The specialist advise the provider that bottles and cups provided from home must be labeled with the childrens first and last names. The staff immediately labeled the childrens bottles at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the cups and bottles provided from home are labeled appropriately at all times. 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 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-06-20. View official inspection document (report 48b2a3e9-3c91-4d3f-abac-6c761bacd184)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 236/20/2025
23. (23-12)
Child care personnel failed to possess a current attendance record and parent contact information during a fire drill, emergency preparedness drill or an actual emergency. CCF Handbook Section 3.8.4, C and 3.8.5, A (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist and provider conducted a fire drill the provider failed to possess current copies of the childrens emergency contacts at time of the drill. The provider and specialist conducted a second fire drill at time of inspection and the provider did have emergency contacts available during the drill. TA was provider to ensure that the provider possess both attendance rosters and emergency contacts for all enrolled children at time of drills as well as actual emergencies. At the time of the inspection, Licensing counselor observed the providers last fire drill was conducted on ___6/2/2025__________. The provider conducted a lockdown drill on ___5/2/2025__________ and a weather drill conducted on __2/3/2025_______. The fire extinguishers were last tagged on _June___ 2025. A fire drill was conducted today in the presence of a DCF Licensing counselor utilizing the facilitys approved fire system, pull station. Fire drill was conducted utilizing the providers alternate route as well as during naptime. FOOD AND NUTRITION 24. Food Preparation Area CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-06-20. View official inspection document (report 48b2a3e9-3c91-4d3f-abac-6c761bacd184)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 206/20/2025
20. Crib Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 3.6 CCF Handbook, Section 3.6 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (20-06)
Child/ren were placed in a crib, playpen, play yard or other sleeping and napping bedding with items that could pose a strangulation or suffocation risk. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.4, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed while conducting ratio infants in the infant classroom placed in cribs with thick loose blankets. As well as an infant propped on a boppy pillow inside the crib as well. The provider immediately removed the blankets once Licensing walking in the classroom. The specialist asked the staff to remove the boppy pillow from the crib at time of inspection and reminded staff that the items like pillow and blankets are potential suffocation hazards. The staff stated she understood. TA was provided to ensure that additional items are not added to the crib that may cause suffocation hazards. 21. Restrooms and Bath Facilities CCF Handbook, Section 3.7 CCF Handbook, Section 3.7 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-06-20. View official inspection document (report 48b2a3e9-3c91-4d3f-abac-6c761bacd184)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 126/20/2025
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, the Licensing specialist observed some areas of the facility not in good repair. In the middle mixed classroom with two and three year old children in the childrens restroom, the drywall was cracked from the door handle hitting the wall. Also, near the back exit door in that same classroom on the left side bottom corner under the fire extinguisher the specialist observed paint peeling and chipped. As well as to the right side of the classroom closest to the one year old classroom by the carpet on the lower part of the wall paint was also observed chipping. In the childrens restroom in the four and five year old classroom the boys restroom in the left side stall near the back of the toilet along the bottom of the wall paint was observed cracked and peeling. Also, in the girls restroom on the wall near the handwashing sink there were small holes in the wall. The specialist advised the provider that holes in the wall need to be patched and also reminded the staff that if they remove anything from the wall and notice a hole to immediately patch them and repaint to ensure compliance for this standard. Lastly, the specialist observed the floor tiles in the food preparation area near the entrance door frame until the sink that were cracked. TA was provided to ensure that the facility is in good repair by the due date. 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) Compliance 15. Licensed Capacity CCF Handbook , Section 3.4 CCF Handbook , Section 3.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-06-20. View official inspection document (report 48b2a3e9-3c91-4d3f-abac-6c761bacd184)
Not corrected - High riskStandard 242/25/2025
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, the Licensing specialist observed in the milk cooler in the lunch room individual chocolate milk that expired as of 2/23/2025. Also, in the infant room there was infant yogurt in the mini refrigerator that was expired as of 1/31/25. The provider discarded of all the expired food items at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the provider follows the recommendation set by the manufacturer for expiration dates. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-02-25. View official inspection document (report 4233f2f7-2c38-4cda-b32c-26ddb57e046b)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 352/25/2025
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, the Licensing specialist determined that the child care personnel listed on the supplemental did not complete annual exposure plan training. The specialist observed in most of the personnel files the last training was completed in 2022. TA was provided to ensure that child care personnel complete the training course by the due date and annual therefore after to remain in compliance for this standard. 36. CPR Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4 CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-02-25. View official inspection document (report 4233f2f7-2c38-4cda-b32c-26ddb57e046b)
Not corrected - High riskStandard 332/25/2025
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 inspection, the Licensing specialist determined that the child care personnel listed on the supplemental did not complete all of the required School Readiness preservice training course prior to directly supervising children in care alone. Staff 1 started at the facility on 5/ 6/2024. Staff 2 started on 7/22/2024. Child care personnel have 90 days from their start date to complete pre service training courses. As of todays date both staff have not taken Child Development in the school readiness program. TS was provided to the provider on two previous inspections to provider on the following dates 6/27/2024 and 2/26/2024 detailing training requirements and courses needed to complete on the supplemental page. TA was provided to ensure that the child care personnel complete the required training course by the due date. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-02-25. View official inspection document (report 4233f2f7-2c38-4cda-b32c-26ddb57e046b)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 322/25/2025
32. (32-07)
The ground cover or other protective surface under the [the blue merry go round, the red stationary bikes and the red, blue and yellow stationary 4 way seesaw] 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 inspection, the Licensing specialist observed on the older childrens playground stationary outdoor equipment with a resilient surface of mulch that was not maintained to measure to 6 inches in depth and 6 feet in perimeter. The equipment to include the blue merry go round, the red stationary bikes and the red, blue and yellow stationary 4 way seesaw measured to 5 inches in depth. The provider stated that they have mulch stored outside on the playground and when weather permits they planned to add mulch as needed. TA was provided to ensure that the resilient surface near the stationary equipment measures to 6 inches in depth and 6 feet in perimeter by the due date. TRAINING Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-02-25. View official inspection document (report 4233f2f7-2c38-4cda-b32c-26ddb57e046b)
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Estimated monthly cost
$1,009/month
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About this daycare
- Location: LAKELAND, POLK County
- Capacity: 137
- Type: Child Care Facility
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