Kathleen Little D's Childcare Center

LAKELAND, FLChild Care FacilityLicensed

3.2based on state inspection data
Capacity42
HoursMon 6:30AM to 3:30PM; Tue 6:30AM to 3:30PM; Wed 6:30AM to 3:30PM; Thu 6:30AM to 3:30PM; Fri 6:30AM to 3:30PM
Est. price$966/mo

Contact information

Address1100 Red Devil Way, Lakeland FL, 33815

CityLAKELAND, FL 33815

CountyPOLK

Phone8634992655

Operating details

HoursMon 6:30AM to 3:30PM; Tue 6:30AM to 3:30PM; Wed 6:30AM to 3:30PM; Thu 6:30AM to 3:30PM; Fri 6:30AM to 3:30PM

Capacity42

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 3/24/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High2
  • Medium-High12
  • Medium4
  • Medium-Low1
  • Low0

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1100 Red Devil Way, Lakeland FL, 33815, LAKELAND, FL 33815

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  1. This facility has health or sanitation findings on its state record - ask about their current cleaning, diapering, and handwashing procedures
  2. This facility has safety-related findings on its state record - ask how the cited hazards were corrected and when emergency drills were last run
  3. This facility has staffing or training findings on its state record - ask about background checks, required training completion, and staff turnover
  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: 3/24/2026

  • High1
  • Medium-High4
  • Medium2
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

2026

  1. Medium-High riskStandard 303/24/2026

    30. Diapering CCF Handbook, Section 3.10 (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 Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed items (a bag with muffins) stored under the changing table. Technical assistance was provided to ensure that only items related to diapering should be on the table changing table. This standard was brought back into compliance when the muffins were removed. • Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-24. View official inspection document (report 5388c6b1-510d-4b9f-bdc0-640860c6cc56)

    Corrected at inspection
  2. High riskStandard 133/24/2026

    13. Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons CCF Handbook, Section 3.2 (13-03)

    Harmful items including cleaning supplies, flammable products, poisonous, toxic, and hazardous materials were accessible to children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B Physical Environment [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, Licensing inspection observed Clorox wipes under the changing table inside the classroom (capacity of 14) accessible to the children in care. Also, air freshener was observed under the changing table inside the classroom (capacity 17) accessible to the children in care. 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. This standard was brought back into compliance when provider removed the items out of reach of children. • Compliance Comments At the time of inspection, the lighting throughout the facility was checked: Room 1 (capacity 14) measured between 40 - 100 candle foot. • Room 2 (capacity 17) measured between 45 - 118 candle foot. • Room 1 (capacity 21) measured between 20 - 120 candle foot. • Room 1 (capacity 10) measured between 45 - 120 candle foot. • Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-24. View official inspection document (report 5388c6b1-510d-4b9f-bdc0-640860c6cc56)

    Corrected at inspection

2025

  1. Medium-High riskStandard 3212/12/2025

    32. Outdoor Equipment CCF Handbook, Section 3.12 (32-07)

    The ground cover or other protective surface under the [the resilient surface of mulch near the multicolored play equipment with slides measuring under 6 inches in depth.] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the resilient surface of mulch near the multicolored play equipment with slides measuring under 6 inches in depth. Near the furthest slide the mulch measured to about 5 inches and near the first slide the mulch measured to 4 inches in depth. The provider has mulch all over the playground. Immediately at time of inspection the provider raked mulch from other areas to add additional inches of resilient surface near stationary equipment to meet required 6 inches of mulch. TA was provided to ensure that the resilient surface measured to 6 inches in depth. TRAINING Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-12-12. View official inspection document (report 27b80202-414a-49a8-a54f-c2296857098b)

    Corrected at inspection
  2. Medium-High riskStandard 424/16/2025

    42. Student Health and Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 (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 Record Keeping [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist determined that the child listed on the supplemental had a medical physical that was expired. The form was last date 2/8/2023. TA was provided to ensure that the child has a current medical physical on file for Licensing to review by the due date. Compliance Comments Specialist reviewed all 12 enrolled childrens files. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-04-16. View official inspection document (report def25501-6df5-4d92-91aa-1d0954fa2db3)

    Not corrected
  3. Medium-High riskStandard 324/16/2025

    32. Outdoor Equipment CCF Handbook, Section 3.12 (32-07)

    The ground cover or other protective surface under the [resilient surface of mulch measured to 4 inches in depth near the brown and blue stationary equipment with slide and stairs.] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed the resilient surface of mulch measured to 4 inches in depth near the brown and blue stationary equipment with slide and stairs. The provider immediately raked mulch from under tables on the playground towards the outdoor equipment. The specialist remeasured the mulch and it measured to 6inches in depth and 6 feet in perimeter at time of inspection. TA was provided to ensure that the resilient surface is 6 inches in depth and 6 feet in perimeter. TRAINING Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-04-16. View official inspection document (report def25501-6df5-4d92-91aa-1d0954fa2db3)

    Not corrected
  4. Medium riskStandard 124/16/2025

    12. Facility Environment CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 (12-02)

    An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A Physical Environment [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, the Licensing specialist observed two holes in the wall behind the door from the two and three year old classroom in the hallway. The provider advised that the holes were caused by the door hitting the wall from the door handle and the bottom of the wall before a door stop was replaced. The specialist advised the provider to patch the holes and explained that duct tape can not be used to seal the holes. The provider advised that a ticket needs to be placed with the school board. TA was provided to ensure that the area of the facility is in good repair. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-04-16. View official inspection document (report def25501-6df5-4d92-91aa-1d0954fa2db3)

    Not corrected
  5. Medium riskStandard 124/16/2025

    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 inspection, the Licensing specialist observed air conditioning vents throughout the facility in the ceiling that were observed with some dust build up and needing to be cleaned. TA was provided to ensure that the air conditioning vents are cleaned. TS was provided to ensure that ceiling tiles are free of stains and observed clean. Due: 5/16/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-04-16. View official inspection document (report def25501-6df5-4d92-91aa-1d0954fa2db3)

    Not corrected

Safety & Compliance Analysis

This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.

19Total Violations
2Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

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Estimated monthly cost

$966/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: 42
  • Type: Child Care Facility

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